This show features the gritty sounds of West Virginia Hall of Fame members The Carpenter Ants, along with fellow West Virginian and NPR's Mountain State founder Larry Groce. Renowned record producer Don Dixon joins the group bringing his own amazing music credentials. He helped shape the sounds of R.E.M. and he tours with Mary Chapin Carpenter's band playing bass. Hosted by singer-songwriter Eric Gnezda.
Taped deep within the subterranean amphitheater of The Caverns in Tennessee's majestic Cumberland Mountains, "The Caverns Sessions" (formerly known as "Bluegrass Underground") features both long-established and emerging artists within a broad spectrum of genres to include Roots-Rock, Jam Band, R&B, Country, Soul, Hip Hop, Folk, Americana and Bluegrass - music from the heart of the American experience.
THE SONGWRITERS features engaging conversations between host Ken Paulson and Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame members about their creative processes and the inspirations for some of their most iconic songs. Each episode reveals behind-the-scenes stories and showcases rare musical performances by the writers of some of the most-revered songs in music history. Season four features legendary songwriters John Prine (Angel from Montgomery, Hello in There), Jimmy Webb (Wichita Lineman, By the Time I Get to Phoenix), Gary Burr (Loves Been a Little Bit Hard on Me, Nobody Wants to Be Lonely), Sharon Vaughn (My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys), Mike Reid (I Can't Make You Love Me), Kent Blazy (If Tomorrow Never Comes) and Steve Bogard (Prayin' for Daylight).
This episode features a few Grand Ole Opry Stars - The Shootouts, a band that leans into many influences including blues, and rock AND Christian Lopez, pioneering his own brand of Americana. They're joined by Broadway songwriter Nellie McKay, who also contributes some touches of jazz, pop and cabaret styles to her tunes. Hosted by singer-songwriter Eric Gnezda.
SONG OF THE MOUNTAINS showcases the best talents in bluegrass and old-time country music from the heart of the region where it all began. Performances are held at the beautifully restored Lincoln Theatre in Marion, Virginia. Hosted by Tim White. The Lincoln Theatre in Marion, Va., was originally built in 1929. The theatre is on the National Register of Historic Places and has been designated a Virginia Historic Landmark. It is one of only three existing Mayan Revival-style theatres in America. Once known as the "finest showplace in Southwest Virginia," The Lincoln has been restored to its former grandeur, now fully accentuated by state-of-the-art computerized sound and lighting systems.
Instructor Wai Lana's approach to the ancient science of yoga targets overall health by focusing not only on the body, but also on the mind and spirit.
The key to a great workbench is stability. Logan and Phil build a bench that gets its strength from a clever, wall-mounted support structure with a quick way to make a benchtop.
Tom teaches Zack how to turn a flower vase on the lathe. Jenn explains how to start seeds indoors for spring. Mark breaks down common mortar cracks in fireplace hearths and surrounds. Ross upgrades a garage door opener by adding a Wi-Fi hub.
A landscape designer has tremendous benefit from a well-designed display garden. And GardenSMART is fortunate to be able to visit this garden and talk with the designer. A lot of great-looking plants and super garden ideas make for an enjoyable episode of GardenSMART.
Founded by Lauren Becks, Girls Gone Raw specializes in raw food diets for dogs and cats, promoting optimal health and vitality through a diverse selection of minimally processed ingredients tailored to meet the unique dietary needs of pets. This is story about perseverance and reinvention.
DINING WITH THE CHEF introduces Americans to the techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese cuisine. Hosted by Yu Hayami who cooks alongside master chef Tatsuo Saito, and co-host Patrick Harlan who cooks with chef Rika Yukimasa, with occasional appearances by other guest chefs, the series presents delicious Japanese dishes that can be made at home. Chef Tatsuo Saito, a prominent master of Japanese culinary arts, has served as head chef at the Japanese embassies in Paris and Washington and was an instructor in Japanese cuisine at a Swiss hotel school. He has also prepared tastings for the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. In Tokyo he operates a cooking school and is a prolific author, often appearing on television, in magazines and on the lecture circuit. In DINING WITH THE CHEF, Chef Saito takes us to the heart of Japanese cuisine by demonstrating culinary techniques, explaining ingredients, and showing how to arrange food to bring out its distinctive characteristics. Host Yu Hayami is an international singer and actress who was born in Japan and raised in Guam and Hawaii. Aside from her career and being a mother of two, she is also involved in charity work. Yu is a lover of good food, as well as a fine wine enthusiast.
By the early 1970s, Papa Ray was a fan of Jamaica's contribution to world music, reggae. But he found out Bob Marley and Jimmy Cliff were only two examples of the talent this tiny island in the Caribbean had to offer. Having released and curated Reggae music on his store's label and for the international Trojan imprint, our crew goes to Kingston to check out the vibe and where things are going in the home of ska, roots, reggae, and dancehall. We'll be visiting shoppes including Rockers International Records, and Derrick Harriott's Record Shop. We'll also stop by Bob Marley's Tuff Gong International Distribution on Marcus Garvey Avenue.
The late Bob Ross delights and encourages the painting hobbyist. The soft-spoken Ross paints natural scenes, including his trademark "happy" clouds, mountains and trees, while soothingly offering words of encouragement to those painting at home.
The captivating woods of the Pacific Northwest are the subject of this Bob Ross Wet-On-Wet Technique landscape painting created by your host Nicholas Hankins using only a palette knife!
AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN FROM COOK'S ILLUSTRATED uses a common-sense, practical approach to solve everyday cooking problems and save viewers time and money. Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison lead a team of dedicated test kitchen cooks to reveal the basics of foolproof home cooking while preparing dozens of exhaustively tested recipes. The series also features the popular segments viewers know and love. In "The Tasting Lab," expert Jack Bishop puts supermarket staples to the test before revealing the series' top food recommendations. Then, equipment tester Adam Ried takes viewers through an exhaustive and unbiased search for the best kitchen items in "Equipment Corner." Meanwhile, in "Gadgets Galore," Lisa McManus reviews her favorite gadgets and reveals which ones are worth the cost-or not.
Hosted by Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison, Cook's Country features the best regional home cooking in the country and relies on the same practical, no-nonsense food approach that has made Cook's Country magazine so successful. Cook's Country is where family-friendly recipes from every corner of America are reimagined for home cooks everywhere.
Fort Larned was established in 1859 on the western Kansas prairie to protect U.S. mail and trade along the bustling Santa Fe Trail. Chef Walter Staib explores the living history of this well-preserved frontier fort and prepares authentic recipes with the soldiers. Recipes include mashed peas with salted pork and peach pie.
PATI'S MEXICAN TABLE brings authentic Mexican flavors, colors, textures and warmth into American kitchens. A former policy analyst focused on Latin American politics and history, Pati Jinich is a chef, cooking teacher, food writer and mother of three whose true passion lies in sharing the tastes of her childhood and culinary adventures in her native country. In each episode, Pati embarks upon an exciting and entertaining journey, where each dish serves as a point of departure into Mexico's rich history and culture, Pati's personal experiences, and her ongoing conversations with cooks in both Mexico and the United States. Each half-hour highlights a singular Mexican food - from familiar ingredients like vanilla, avocado and chorizo to the mysterious grains used by the Aztecs and the adventurous and trendy cuisine found across Mexico today. From traditional takes on tomatillos to modern spins on huevos rancheros, Pati inspires viewers to make great Mexican dishes in their own homes.
Steve Archer, a Chicago native, discovered his passion for urban farming at 11 years old when he grew his first pumpkin. That experience ignited a lifelong dedication to sustainable agriculture in city spaces. Today, he tends to his own thriving garden and is an active beekeeper in the heart of Chicago. Steve is deeply committed to empowering others to grow their own food and sharing his knowledge.
Myron, Bobby & Cissy perform "Dancin' the Devil Away", Anacani sings "Magic is the Moonlight", and Ava sings about the "Wayward Wind" on this show from 1978. Come join us for a colorful and fun Halloween Party!
John dives into San Antonio's Latino legacy, celebrating its cultural richness and resilience amid statewide political tensions.
Country star Ty Myers makes his ACL debut, showcasing his soulful Texas sound and dynamic guitar skills. The 18-year-old singer-songwriter performs highlights from his genre-blending album Heavy On The Soul, inspired by Southern rock, soul and blues.