LIVE FROM THE ARTISTS DEN is an innovative new music series featuring extraordinary artists performing in extraordinary settings. Each episode of the weekly series features an intimate, invitation-only concert by cutting-edge, contemporary musicians, along with artist interviews and insights about the unusual venues chosen. Season one opens with a hits-filled performance by seven-time Grammy Award-winning, pop singer/songwriter Alanis Morissette, recorded at Judson Memorial Church in New York City. Future episodes feature iconic feminist singer/songwriter Ani DiFranco at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, the oldest art museum in the United States; singer/songwriter Jakob Dylan, lead singer of platinum-selling band The Wallflowers and the son of Bob Dylan, at Desmond Tutu Cultural Center in New York City; recent indie-pop sensation Ingrid Michaelson ("The Way I Am") at Cape Cinema, a 1930s movie theater in Cape Cod; classic rock-inspired indie band The Hold Steady at a former bank cum designated NYC landmark; and soul singer/producer Raphael Saadiq (Tony! Toni! Tone!; Lucy Pearl) at the Harvard Club in Boston. Other featured artists this season include Aimee Mann, Patty Griffin, Ben Harper, The Swell Season, Crowded House, KT Tunstall and Josh Ritter. The Artists Den has been presenting emerging and established musicians in unique settings around the world since its inception in 2004. Initially a series of private living room concerts, the Artists Den has expanded to include unforgettable performances across North America and Europe by some of today's most significant names in music - in some of the most interesting, off-the-beaten-path locations imaginable. LIVE FROM THE ARTISTS DEN gives public television audiences a front row seat and behind-the-scenes look at these once-in-a-lifetime events.
Take a deep breath and experience the complex world of ocean waters. NATURE shows a never-before-seen look at how life underwater co-exists in a marriage of necessity.
Scientists and enthusiasts investigate the global insect "apocalypse, " revealing the crucial roles bugs play on our planet and the bleak picture future without them.
Katy Scoggin returns home to the Inland Empire to face her differences with her evangelical father. What begins as a project becomes a journey toward empathy and connection, as they confront faith, family, and memory on a cross-country trip.
A year after California's worst wildfire, the people of Paradise are still clearing the devastation. About 90% of the homes were lost. Kevin, Tom, and Richard meet three families determined to rebuild according to the wildland urban interface codes.
Silver screen legend Hayley Mills accompanies friend and fellow actor Stephen Tompkinson on an amble around the North East in a vintage E Type Jag and Rolls Royce. The `Wild at Heart' co-stars seek expert guidance from Christina Trevanion and David Harper as they visit antique shops and emporiums, all before an exciting West Yorkshire auction.
A residential project in France is creating community for queer seniors. Can the German pension system be saved?
Enjoy the magnificent mountain setting as we gently stretch and lengthen the spine in a full range of motion, helping to move energy while creating more ease in the shoulders and upper back, using a chair for support.
The Wild Kratts get an urgent call from a group of North American Wild Kratts kids telling them almost all of the trees in the forest are dying. It's a race against time to solve the mystery and help the forest and the creatures who live there.
Benny becomes enamored with the Hunter's neighborhood mail carrier, Ms. Hughes, but wonders how she can still deliver the mail in different weather conditions. As Benny begins to emulate her, he gains a new personal hero in the process.
Take a deep breath and experience the complex world of ocean waters. NATURE shows a never-before-seen look at how life underwater co-exists in a marriage of necessity.
PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA programs demystify science and technology and highlight the people involved in scientific pursuits.
PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA programs demystify science and technology and highlight the people involved in scientific pursuits.
This week, host Amy Traverso explores Indigenous and early American food traditions with chef Marc Sheehan and Wampanoag culinary expert Malissa Costa of Plimoth Patuxet Museums. On Cape Cod, host Richard Wiese goes clamming with the family behind The Clam Man fish market. And in Maine, Amy visits legendary Red's Eats to learn the secret behind their famous lobster roll.
Exploring the Nile Valley from north to south, we see the highlights of Egypt. In the fabled city of Alexandria, we venture through a market wonderland, smoke a shisha, and stroll a Mediterranean promenade. In Luxor, we explore the pharaohs' tombs and temples before sailing on a timeless felucca. Then we kick back on a riverboat cruise, enjoying iconic views of palm trees, minarets, and rustic villages. Our finale: Ramesses II's magnificent temple at Abu Simbel.
A longtime favorite escape of Europe's elite, the Riviera coastline still sparkles with yachts. We follow in the footsteps of 19th century aristocrats along Monaco's harbor and Nice's promenade des Anglais. Then we visit the picturesque, artist hangouts of Chagall, Matisse and Picasso.
Combine scrap wood, common router bits, and a little creativity to craft a variety of custom molding profiles. Chris shows how to make a table saw sled for cutting accurate miters. The result: eye-catching picture frames you can make in a short time.
Mauro helps Paula stain her front door. Jenn meets with the North Asheville landscaper who is using boulders to make a new retaining wall and steps. Kevin helps project manager Noah install an interior door.
Nathan Gilbert travels to a Mississippi Navy Seabees base, where he learned carpentry as part of his naval training, to see what his former battalion have been working on; Tom Silva walks Kevin O'Connor through different types of trailer hitches, their uses, and what to consider for safe towing; Mauro Henrique helps a homeowner repaint her peeling galvanized stair railing.
Nick Knowles follows the rescue of one of Britain’s most quirky and enigmatic buildings, The Brighton Pavilion. George IV was Britain’s most reviled king, hated for his excessive spending. But his penchant for a party lead to the building of this party palace that combines architectural styles from around the world. But today, its stone exterior is crumbling away, along with its intricate stone lattice screens and minarets, threatening its incredibly decadent interiors. Nick joins the masons as they fight save this glorious masterpiece and learns what a huge undertaking the restoration of the interior has been.
Follow Kennedy into the White House through his assassination and the unfulfilled promise of his presidency. Offering fresh assessments of the successes and failures of his tenure, this episode features frank appraisals by administration officials, including John Siegenthaler, Thomas Hughes and Harris Wofford, civil rights leaders Andrew Young and Julian Bond, and journalists Evan Thomas and Richard Reeves.
Stacey Abrams became the first African American to serve as Georgia House Minority Leader, ran a historic campaign in the Georgia gubernatorial race, and continues to be a guardian of voting rights. She discusses the decades-long effort to dismantle the Voting Rights Act, the dangers of creeping authoritarianism, and what we can do to protect our fragile democracy.
Guest: Stanley McChrystal. Gen. Stanley McChrystal (ret.) discusses the role of the military in America's 250-year-old democracy, the dangers of politicizing the troops, the importance of presidential character, and the responsibilities citizens bear for preserving freedom.
Join PBS News Hour's Nick Schifrin and a panel of experts each week analyzing prominent international affairs topics and America's role in a shifting world, breaking down global conflicts, rising tensions, and their implications for U.S. interests.
En route to New York, Abe is ambushed by a desperate patriot. Washington charges Ben with the task of creating America's first spy ring.
A woman is found dead in the botanical gardens. Was she murdered or did she die of natural causes? Patience suspects foul play and falls out with Frankie who needs convincing. Meanwhile Patience tries to deny her feelings for Elliot.
Cathy's triumph at CeCe's turns dark when a club manager is found dead and Alphy is discovered in the depths of an illegal poker game. As Geordie uncovers a web of extortion, friendships fracture and faith falters.
The Spanish flu strikes Downton, disrupting one match, hastening another and transforming the fortunes of all. Mary, Sybil and Robert each confront a moment of truth. Anna and Bates know a moment of happiness.
Maggie and Lindsey explore how Walnut Grove Farms uses corn in both the commodity and consumer markets. In the kitchen, they prepare a pinto bean stuffed acorn squash with a cornmeal crust and cornmeal fried pickles. For dessert, they make a cornmeal pound cake with bourbon flambeed apples a la mode.
Test cook Bryan Roof makes host Julia Collin Davison a tender and delicious Texas Barbecue Brisket. Equipment expert Adam Ried shows host Bridget Lancaster his top pick of coolers.
For decades, Berlin's affordability and artistic freedom have drawn artists from around the world. Danielle Chang spends time with multihyphenated Asian creatives in Berlin who cook, perform, sing, and dance - sometimes all at once. Here, food is art in motion.
Celebrated vegan chef Laura Theodore prepares a festive vegan meal. Pecan Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a colorful and satisfying entree served with Maple Sweet Potatoes. For dessert, Happy Apple Cake is a moist and delicious sweet treat to finish this fancy meal with a flourish!
Visit Bob Ross as he paints a beautiful Autumn day down in the valley; enjoy all the fantastic colors!
Travel deep into the forest with Bob Ross and discover the beauty and serenity of an elegant waterfall.
Watch remarkable finds from ROADSHOW's stop in Iowa and guess which appraised for $70,000 to $90,000, among a 1967 NFL Championship "Ice Bowl" ticket stub, a 1989 Ronald Reagan letter, and a Robert Riggs Saturday Evening Post illustration.
In RICK STEVES CRUISING THE MEDITERRANEAN, Rick sails from Barcelona to Athens, with exciting stops along the way in the French Riviera, Rome, Naples and more. Rick's goal is to explore the ins and outs and pros and cons of this popular travel option. Throughout the course of his travels, he's captivated by some of the great ports of the Mediterranean - savoring iconic sights, romantic island getaways, and lazy time on the beach. He also learns how to make the most of the cruising experience, while taking advantage of his limited time on shore. In addition to highlighting all the benefits of cruising, Rick also points out the downsides, such as the inevitable congestion and commercialism that comes with mass tourism.
Celebrated vegan chef Laura Theodore prepares a festive vegan meal. Pecan Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a colorful and satisfying entree served with Maple Sweet Potatoes. For dessert, Happy Apple Cake is a moist and delicious sweet treat to finish this fancy meal with a flourish!
Pasta is pasta, right? You couldn't be more wrong. There's the cheap supermarket stuff that costs 60 cents a pound or you can buy...pasta. Real, authentic pasta makes you swoon with pleasure when you eat it. We'll talk all things pasta and visit an amazing family pasta company in Gragnano Italy. Recipes: Orecchiette con Patate e Rughetta; Spaghetti Nerano; Fettucine Alfredo.
Today on Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White for an all-standing workout at the Saasil Kantenah Wedding resort that will improve the mobility of your spine and keep you standing tall all-day long.
Allow the mountain skyline to inspire your practice as you enjoy a gentle seated yoga session using a chair for support. Includes seated sun salutations and gentle stretches designed to increase range of motion and enhance mobility in your shoulders, upper back, hips and more.
Tokyo is a bustling city where traditions and the latest trends co-exist. DIVE IN TOKYO brings to life the city's historic old towns and lesser-known spots, showcasing the allure of vibrant neighborhoods. Each week's episode features knowledgeable hosts who take viewers to locales not found in typical guidebooks, while encountering many fun surprises along the way. Past episodes have included a visit to Fussa with its American vibes and multicultural charm, beautiful Ueno Park, and Mt. Mitaki - a sanctuary in the sky.
Kath demos each piece of equipment, why it is selected and how to use it. Kath shares an unusual way to politely repel interference, how to use your bag as an easel and how to unload it for use, then reload it very quickly without ever putting anything down. And, how to use the pen and brush for wash drawings and how to access your 'chi' in your sketches.
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! join Miranda in Riviera Maya, Mexico for a full-body, all-standing workout to strengthen and stretch your 650 muscles.
Today on Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White for an all-standing workout at the Saasil Kantenah Wedding resort that will improve the mobility of your spine and keep you standing tall all-day long.
Celebrated vegan chef Laura Theodore starts your day in the right way with protein rich Cinnamon-Spiced Quinoa Porridge. For something sweet, Easy Oat-Date Breakfast Treats are filled with kid-friendly ingredients like dates, sunflower seeds, and bananas. Sweet and crispy Vegan Smoked Maple "Bacon" is served on the side. Maple Tofu Whip with Fresh Berries rounds out this early morning meal.
I love Rome. I love the chaos, the traffic, the culture, the people, the history and the food. Ah, the food. But the lifestyle is what really grabs me and won't let go. A powerhouse of a city that manages wealth, history, banking, commerce, tourism and all the trapping of a major cultural hub, life in Rome has a rhythm that sings to me. Recipes: Carciofi alla Romana; Vignarola; Almond Ricotta on Toasted Bread.
TRAILS TO OISHII TOKYO (formerly called Trails to Tsukiji) takes an in-depth look at Japanese food available at Tokyo's iconic market, where every kind of fresh food, from seafood to produce, is gathered from around the country. The program traces unique Japanese foods from the market back to their original source. Past episodes included: "Abalone," called "the treasure of the sea" in Japan; "Oysters," which the Japanese have been eating for 4,000 years; and "Green Tea," the country's popular beverage of choice.
In JOURNEYS IN JAPAN, English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan exploring the culture, meeting local people, visiting historic sites, and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks. The series provides an eye-opening look at the many unique places to visit in Japan.
This show is of special interest for fans of Halloween, as ways to include flowers in your festivities are presented. Included: a bouquet of black blooms, building a cemeterrarium, pumpkin couture, flowers bloom while cauldron bubbles, and dried flowers are given new life for the holiday.
University of Memphis Director of Landscape Joellen Dimond talks about the steps she goes through to plan a landscape. Also, retired UT Extension Horticulture Specialist Carol Reese talks about some common problem plants you may have in your yard and some replacement options.
Homeowners John and Molly plan to put the history back into their 1890s Shingle-style home. They'll remove '70s carpet, repair cracking balusters and transform the front entry, restoring the home's original beauty and updating it for modern living.
Tommy and Kevin start laying subfloor in the new dining room. Charlie shows Jenn how he's drilling granite to make way for the new garage and driveway. Kevin tours Cape Ann before heading back to the house to see Tommy move an interior doorway.
Tommy and Charlie create a cathedral ceiling on the third floor. Mark McCullough breaks through the foundation to make space for mechanicals. Kevin learns about sun tunnels at the idea house. Back on Cape Ann, Richard creates a plan for cooling.
Mark McCullough finds granite on the property to match a new stone wall to the old. Heath buries the electrical underground. Kevin, homeowner Molly and her kitchen designer Michele look for design inspiration. Tommy creates a barrel ceiling.
Tommy and Charlie install rounded-top windows in the breakfast room. An easy-install roof shingle goes down. Roger and Kevin go fishing. Tommy adds a custom diamond detail with the siding. Radiant heat goes in somewhere unexpected: the ceiling.
Tommy repairs 130-year-old pocket doors. A new type of solar goes in. Jenn works with landscaper Fred to build a boulder wall. Richard gives a lesson on the modern furnace. Father Mark and son Erik Ferrante showcase the art of mosaic tile installation.
Original leaded glass windows are repaired. Jenn and Fred plant a bed of perennials along the new driveway. Mini splits solve a ductwork problem. Homeowner Molly and her designer Shelby make design decisions. Tommy tackles tricky original trim.
Richard learns about one of the most important plumbing inventions: the Stillson wrench. Mauro repairs 130-year-old plaster. Norm and Wayne repair broken balusters. Heath installs a new panel. Venetian plaster is applied to the dining room ceiling.
A custom brass handrail is fabricated. Molly and Mauro create a chalkboard finish in the playroom. The repaired balusters are reinstalled. Richard gives a lesson in make-up air. Work begins on a custom dining table. Heath talks smart electricity.
Work is finally complete on the Cape Ann Shingle Style project. The team tours the finished home, celebrating all of the historic details that were repaired and the new elements that are in keeping with its original style.
Anupy Singla breaks down one of the biggest misnomers about Indian cooking in the West - the word curry. In America it has come to mean a spice blend; but, to Indians it refers to the consistency of a dish and essentially means gravy. Authentic Indian cooking does not use curry powder, but whole basic spices and spice blends. We will make a traditional Punjabi Chicken Curry, which is a two-part process including marinating and cooking. We will also discuss an easy homemade achaar, or Indian pickle, and a smooth Mango Lassi drink.
Continuity, innovation and superfoods! Greece, with its rich flora and unique array of natural edible bounty, is a cornucopia of age-old natural superfoods. In this episode, Diane invites a well-known dietician into her kitchen and together they prepare a deliciously healthy meal that is brimming with Greek superfoods. On the menu: a Spiced Carrot Soup Three Ways, a Black-Eyed Pea Salad with Dried Figs, Pomegranate, EVOO and Herbs; and an ancient dessert of wheat kernels, Greek honey, nuts, and dried fruits called Varvara. Guest: Manos Dimitroulis.
On the day Carrie and her team are set to finally launch a rebrand of their biscuit business, the coronavirus overtakes America. Over the next months, she will shed staff and run out of flour, but also discover a new path to success.
This week on Simply Ming, Chef Tsai is cooking Henry's famous Five Spice Orange Pound Cake and Chef Tsai will cook and Warm GF Chocolate Rice Cake. Before cooking dessert he stirs up an Espresso-Bourbon Cream Martini, and a refreshing Lemongrass Tea for Henry.
Location: Dublin, Ireland Restaurant: La Gordita. Bobby Healy is the Founder and CEO of Manna, the fastest growing drone delivery service in the world. From humble beginnings, Bobby always knew he wanted to work in tech, even designing games for Nintendo in San Francisco at the age of 17. A serial entrepreneur, Bobby built and sold companies for years before having the idea for Manna. Manna is the biblical word for food from heaven, and the company works to deliver goods and food to your home in less than five minutes via drones. Over a meal of Spanish tapas at his favorite restaurant, La Gordita in Dublin, Bobby gives us a crash course on building and scaling a groundbreaking business - the risks, the rejections, and how he stayed the course despite it all. Bobby shares his definition of "visionary" and how it has changed and evolved through his years of entrepreneurship.
Test cook Bryan Roof makes host Julia Collin Davison flavor-packed Grilled Jerk Chicken. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried and host Bridget Lancaster discuss grill brushes. Finally, test cook Christie Morrison reveals the secrets to Smoked Chicken Wings.
Luminous treasures are unveiled at Living History Farms, including a 1943 Le Petit Prince signed first edition, an Arnold Schwarzenegger shirt and autograph, ca. 1990 and a 1907 E. Williams Gollings oil painting. One is $50,000 to $70,000!
Homeowners John and Molly plan to put the history back into their 1890s Shingle-style home. They'll remove '70s carpet, repair cracking balusters and transform the front entry, restoring the home's original beauty and updating it for modern living.
Tommy and Kevin start laying subfloor in the new dining room. Charlie shows Jenn how he's drilling granite to make way for the new garage and driveway. Kevin tours Cape Ann before heading back to the house to see Tommy move an interior doorway.
In CONFUCIUS WAS A FOODIE, celebrity chef and former Food Network host Christine Cushing takes viewers on a voyage of discovery, uncovering the fascinating traditions, philosophies and history of Chinese culinary culture and its surprising influence on food around the world. Christine's motivation to embark on this journey is her discovery that 2,500-year-old Chinese philosopher Confucius was actually-a foodie. From exploring Chinese cuisines in North America to the culinary politics of Taiwan, the tasty richness of Hong Kong, and the blended flavors of South East Asia, Christine finds connections to the gastronomic precepts of the great Chinese philosopher both ancient and modern. Each episode features Christine as a culinary adventurer, fearlessly leading viewers to a deeper appreciation of our world through a gourmand filter. In Italy Christine questions the origins of pizza, in Greece she uncovers the beginnings of her beloved baklava, and in Paris she discovers that crepes have Chinese roots. Featuring celebrity guests such as Anna Olson, chef Wan, Ming Tsai, Alvin Leung, and Janet Hsieh, CONFUCIUS WAS A FOODIE shakes up foodie myths, and takes a delicious look at the historical and contemporary landscape of Chinese cuisine.
In this episode, Arne leads the team to Etne and Vindafjord in Western Norway. Stig crafts a dry martini in an art studio, while Arne embarks on a hike to a cliff formation and Frida prepares a traditional Norwegian dish infused with distinctly Japanese flavors.
Joanne is having a love affair,-- in Italy with tomatoes! Join her and take in the bounty of the Italian tomato harvest in Parma, Italy. Then cook up a classic lasagna along with her chef friend, Alaria. Joanne brings a bit of Italy back home and cooks up some unique and delicious tomato dishes. Recipes: Lasagna di Alaria; Tomato Risotto; Upside-down Heirloom Tomato Cake.
Narrated and hosted by the late actor Graham Greene, THE WAR THAT MADE AMERICA brings to life a vastly important time in American history, when events set forces in motion that would culminate in the American Revolution. The four-part dramatic documentary tells the story of the French and Indian War (1754-1763), which began in the wilderness of the Pennsylvania frontier and spread throughout the colonies, into Canada, and ultimately around the world. The series offers a compelling portrayal of the dangerous 18th century frontier and follows a brash and ambitious young George Washington, hoping to make his reputation in the military - and whose blunders inadvertently triggered the war. THE WAR THAT MADE AMERICA also focuses on the critical military importance and strategic diplomacy of Native Americans in the conflict between the English and French.
Narrated and hosted by the late actor Graham Greene, THE WAR THAT MADE AMERICA brings to life a vastly important time in American history, when events set forces in motion that would culminate in the American Revolution. The four-part dramatic documentary tells the story of the French and Indian War (1754-1763), which began in the wilderness of the Pennsylvania frontier and spread throughout the colonies, into Canada, and ultimately around the world. The series offers a compelling portrayal of the dangerous 18th century frontier and follows a brash and ambitious young George Washington, hoping to make his reputation in the military - and whose blunders inadvertently triggered the war. THE WAR THAT MADE AMERICA also focuses on the critical military importance and strategic diplomacy of Native Americans in the conflict between the English and French.
Thoughtful essays from Martha R. Bireda, Ph.D., that examine race, class, and gender expectations for colored girls in Southwest Florida. Drawing on her decades of working with educators and civic leaders, Dr. Bireda connects personal reflection with American history.
The Body Politic is a harbinger of hope in a country plagued by gun violence. Follow Mayor Brandon Scott's first year in office as he fights political forces to save lives in Baltimore and reveal a path to healing for the nation.
When we venture beyond the familiar, we can transform the unexplored into a canvas of discovery. Avesha's love of the outdoors is instilled by her father; Antonio turns a chaotic whale-watching trip into a memorable family adventure; and Jenny chronicles her run across America and the community who made it possible. Three storytellers, three interpretations of INTO THE WILD, hosted by Wes Hazard.
This week on On Story, we're joined by Patrick Schumacker, the co-showrunner of the hit comedy Abbott Elementary, to discuss his experience working with child actors and building the show's ensemble cast, and the benefits of writing 22 episode seasons.
This weekly news analysis program is the only woman-centered national news/talk show on television. Dedicated to the premise that women of all ethnic backgrounds and political persuasions are an important part of the national dialogues, the series provides a platform for the multifaceted views of involved, informed women journalists and commentators. Topics range from women's health to family issues to women in the workplace, the environment, women in finance and education.
Join award-winning journalists every Friday night in a robust roundtable discussion of the week's major national news stories.
In Texas host Alexander Heffner interviews Mayor Patrick Payton.
A residential project in France is creating community for queer seniors. Can the German pension system be saved?
How young Christians in the US are increasingly linking faith with politics. Under President Javier Milei, Argentina's mate tea farmers fear for their livelihoods. In Japan, a unique burial tradition turns loved ones' ashes into pearls.
Thoughtful essays from Martha R. Bireda, Ph.D., that examine race, class, and gender expectations for colored girls in Southwest Florida. Drawing on her decades of working with educators and civic leaders, Dr. Bireda connects personal reflection with American history.
Dr. Chavis interviews Anasa Troutman, CEO of the Historic Clayborn Temple. In a compelling conversation, Troutman shares her vision for restoring this landmark of the Civil Rights Movement as a hub for culture, community, and justice, while inspiring a new generation to carry forward the temple's legacy of freedom and change.
In 2023, New York City received over 100,000 asylum seekers, including 15,000 unaccompanied minors. Most are from Latin America, where they face extortion from gangs and LGBTQ+ persecution. Hear the harrowing journeys and hopes of refugees coming to NYC - and meet the growing network of volunteers and nonprofits working to give asylum seekers a welcome, shelter, and legal protection.
In many ways, the only constant is change. This episode explores three distinct stories of change, where traditions evolve, questions arise, and enterprising Texans rise to meet the moment. Featured stories highlight a North Texas barbecue joint, the town of Terlingua, and an iconic bakery at the center of Houston's Indian community.
Forget New York City! A "Big Apple" tradition at this Empire State location is all about the tasty fruit. An Ohio farm family finds new ways to market their products to overseas consumers. Carrots are good for you - and tasty, thanks to this Farm to Fork carrot soup recipe. Cows are getting ready to fly as an Ohio family takes a global approach to farming.
Climate change demands new solutions - and new stories. This is an invitation to Climate California, an original series that reminds us of the beauty of the world and the power we already have.
Wearing a Walmart dress purchased on the way to city hall wasn't the wedding Jennifer ever dreamed of, but it was all the motivation that she needed to start Just Elope, a business that specializes in micro weddings for people who want a beautiful wedding on a smaller scale.
In Texas host Alexander Heffner interviews Mayor Patrick Payton.
In a media landscape often polarized by extreme viewpoints on The Right and on The Left, "Balancing Act with John Katko" seeks to provide an alternative perspective: The Center. It will strive to bring balance to discussions on divisive political issues, while adding a touch of fun along the way.
This week on On Story, we're joined by Patrick Schumacker, the co-showrunner of the hit comedy Abbott Elementary, to discuss his experience working with child actors and building the show's ensemble cast, and the benefits of writing 22 episode seasons.
The Body Politic is a harbinger of hope in a country plagued by gun violence. Follow Mayor Brandon Scott's first year in office as he fights political forces to save lives in Baltimore and reveal a path to healing for the nation.
When we venture beyond the familiar, we can transform the unexplored into a canvas of discovery. Avesha's love of the outdoors is instilled by her father; Antonio turns a chaotic whale-watching trip into a memorable family adventure; and Jenny chronicles her run across America and the community who made it possible. Three storytellers, three interpretations of INTO THE WILD, hosted by Wes Hazard.
Suzanne and Loriot try to teach Gustave the values of his father; Heinrich Muller appears in Villeneuve to testify.
Take a deep breath and experience the complex world of ocean waters. NATURE shows a never-before-seen look at how life underwater co-exists in a marriage of necessity.
Henry Louis Gates uncovers the lost roots of actors Billy Crudup and Tamera Mowry-Housley, traveling back generations to recount significant events in history - from the American Revolution to the journey of the Mayflower - in a deeply personal way.
Follow Kennedy into the White House through his assassination and the unfulfilled promise of his presidency. Offering fresh assessments of the successes and failures of his tenure, this episode features frank appraisals by administration officials, including John Siegenthaler, Thomas Hughes and Harris Wofford, civil rights leaders Andrew Young and Julian Bond, and journalists Evan Thomas and Richard Reeves.
Lyla is coming up with a sandwich special for Loops Lunch, but when her siblings contribute their ideas, Lyla will need to lead the project before it crumbles. / Lyla helps her mom build a vertical garden behind Loops Lunch.
The Squirrels: After watching the classic horror movie, "The Squirrels," Arthur and his friends are scared to step out into the playgroundàand just about everywhere else! Are squirrels suddenly trying to take over the world? Will Arthur ever be able to go outside again? Or, will he and the gang find a way to make friends with their furry neighbors?Fern & Persimmony Glitchet: Fern's story about perfect Felicity Bonchance is thought perfectly boring by her friends, so Fern seeks advice from Persimmony Glitchet, the mysterious and elusive author of the book series, Horrendously Horrible Happenings. With Mr. Glitchet's help, Fern learns that creativity, imagination, and hard work - not sugar and spice - are the real ingredients for a good tale.
Other Olympia - Agent Olympia is not happy when an agent with the same name shows up at headquarters. Curriculum: measuring temperature. Total Zeroes - Ms. O tells Olympia and Otis a story about a famous villain duo. Curriculum: adding, subtracting and multiplying by zero.
During an argument over what is better - horns or antlers - Martin and Chris decide to go on an adventure with the horned Narwhal of the Arctic. But once they get there, they soon discover sometimes a horn isn't a horn and soon are unraveling the mystery of this amazing creature. Science Concept : Differences between horns, antlers and tusks. Rare growth patterns.
When a rogue wave crashes into the Tortuga, the Wild Kratts get separated. Jimmy and Aviva end up on rafts in the middle of the ocean. Koki is trapped on a sinking Tortuga. While Chris and Martin end up on two islands. Chris is alone on his island, but Martin isn't. He soon discovers a creature friend - a Puffin! Martin begins to devise a plan to use the powers of this little bird to get off the island and rescue his friends. Science Concept : Adaptation.
Lily and her family move into the home once occupied by her great grandpa, Wallace Hunter. Moving day becomes even more exciting when strong winds prevent Lily's dad Al from delivering his weather report, and the whole family pitches in.
After Junior gets his tonsils taken out, he's worried he'll never be able to roar like a dinosaur ever again. To make him feel better, Alma tells him a music-filled story about a magical place called Oz. There, a girl who needs to get home, a Juniorsaurus who wants a big roar, an artist with no inspiration, and a person who is the world's greatest everything except for the world's greatest friend, journey to ask the Rubber Band Wizard for help. Will she have the answers they need?
Alma and Eddie want to win the Song of Summer Contest, but what should their song be about?
Orli must find her way to the Odd Squad test center, while villains try to stop her from making it on time. / Ostin and Olyla tell the others the story of how they learned to love singing and dancing because of a villain.
Castles In the Sky - The gang is devastated after their tree house collapses. It was the best place to hang out in the whole world. Can architect Frank Gehry get them to agree on a new design and help them to rebuild? Tipping the Scales - Everyone in Arthur's chorus group is excited about their upcoming performance in Crown City. Everyone knows nothing beats that post-concert cheesecake at Finklemeyers! But when strict Dr. Fugue replaces fun Mrs. Krasny as their teacher, the gang worries -will music class ever be fun again?
(topic: Estimation) - Hacker steals the powerful sunisphere from Solaria, causing the cyberworld's sunny vacation paradise to be covered in snow! In a fun-filled chase across the snowy terrain, the kids discover the power and speed of estimation in order to recover the glowing orb from Buzz and Delete before the temperature reaches zero and the site freezes over forever. The Big Idea: Sometimes using a close answer is good enough for the problem you are solving. ~
"Mission to the Moon" - Sean tells Jet, Sydney, and Mindy about the Apollo 11 mission, and the kids decide to do a real-life reenactment of man's first mission landing on the Moon! Curriculum: The first manned mission to the Moon took place on July 20, 1969, and the first two humans on the Moon were Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin. The astronauts were launched from a Saturn V rocket on the Apollo 11 mission. "Mindy's Moon Bounce House" - Jet gives a special birthday gift to Mindy that allows her to defy gravity. She has so much fun hovering above everyone, the others have to convince her to come back to Earth in time for her party. Curriculum: Gravity is a natural phenomenon by which all physical bodies attract one another. Gravity gives weight to physical objects and causes them to fall towards the ground when dropped.
Set in breathtaking Sequoia National Park, Wowsabout is a Children's TV special following Roxy, a free-spirited hedgehog and Ronald, a rule-following pig. Their worlds collide until the AWE of the natural world shows them that they have a lot in common and hysterical adventures ensue!
Paulie Pliosaurus - The Pteranodon family takes the Dinosaur Train underwater to visit a marine reptile called Paulie Pliosaurus, a creature known as the "T. rex of the Ocean." Buddy and Paulie compare features and find that they actually have a lot in common. Elmer Visits the Desert - Our Pteranodon family takes their ocean friend Elmer Elasmosaurus on the Dinosaur Train to a place he's never been before: the desert! Once there, the kids compare the sandy terrain to Elmer's ocean, and they meet a local lizard named Percy who tells the tale of his desert home.
"The Sparkle Kart" Pinkalicious and Peter spot Kendra in a flashy store-bought go kart! With some help from Mommy, they make a homemade kart, the Sparkle Speedster, but is it fast enough to beat Kendra? Curriculum: (Visual Arts) Construct Assemblages; (STEAM) Engingeering - creating something out of existing materials. "The Pinkville Merry-Go-Round" The new Pinkville merry-go-round has... one bench? That's no fun to ride. Pinkalicious and friends search all over Pinkville to find ways to make the merry-go-round more pinkamazing. Curriculum: (Visual Arts) Model flexible thinking as part of creative problem solving. Interstitial: With help from Jay (AKA "The Pastry Queen"), kids accessorize their bikes with robot-inspired decorations to ride in a parade.
The Chicken Problem - The Farm. Peg and Cat have to get 100 chickens back in the coop before the farmer sees. Primary Content: Size correspondence; Secondary Content: The number 100. The Space Creature Problem - The Purple Planet. Peg, Cat and Richard must get the 100 chickens away from Big Mouth and back to their spaceship. Primary Content: Counting by tens; Secondary Content: The number 100.
Elmo tries to find something to do in the rain while he waits to jump in puddles.
Phoebe & Jay are responsible for bird-sitting, but the specific instructions make it extra difficult. Family Photo time has Jay determined to keep his sneakers spotless, which leads to an unexpected outfit disaster.
While Super hunts high and low for a favorite lost sticker, the Wombats collaborate on a new ending for an old Sticker Monster story. Then the Wombats travel in and around the Treeborhood, teaching Zeke how to count in order from 1 to 10.
Can the Wombats manage to watch their favorite game show AND water a plant for the Shellys at the same time? / A visit from Super's oldest and dearest friend, the trickster Chan'a, sends the Wombats on a riddle-solving scavenger hunt.
Daniel Says I'm Sorry: Daniel, Katerina and Miss Elaina are playing cars at school, until Miss Elaina accidentally upsets Daniel. Teacher Harriet helps the children learn how to apologize to a friend. Later, when Daniel accidentally upsets Katerina, he knows just what he needs to do! The Royal Sandbox: Daniel and Prince Wednesday are making sand pies in the sandbox. They decide to top off a sand pie with Prince Tuesday's royal crown, but they soon see that this wasn't such a good idea. They learn how to apologize to Prince Tuesday and make the situation better - by helping clean the crown and promising to ask first next time.
The Lemonade Stand - Daniel and Prince Wednesday are making a lemonade stand together. But when they don't agree about how to hand out the lemonade, they need to learn to express their mad feelings so they can find a solution...and provide lemonade for their neighbors! Mad at the Beach - Daniel is at the beach with Miss Elaina and they're building a sandcastle. Suddenly, the creation they worked so hard to make gets knocked down by a wave, and that makes them mad, mad, MAD! Dad teaches the kids that it helps to express your mad feelings. Strategy: Mad, mad, mad! It helps to say I'm MAD!
Nico is tired of being mistaken for her twin sister, Arugula. It's up to the Detail Detectives to observe what makes the twins unique. / Carl gets upset when Nico breaks the Lint Dinosaur Monday rules and makes a Lint Monster instead.
Curious George Sees Stars - George is determined to count all the stars in the sky but he just can't stay awake long enough to finish. And when he goes back to the city it's even more difficult-the stars have disappeared! Will George be able to come up with a system to keep track of his count? And exactly where do all the stars go when George goes to the city? Curious George Gets a Trophy - As a reward for helping him wash dishes at the restaurant, Chef Pisghetti gives George an ice cream sculpture in the shape of Gnocchi the cat. George really wants to show The Man with the Yellow Hat his new trophy, but the ice cream keeps melting! After a few melted dishes, George learns a whole lot about what happens to ice cream outside of the freezer.
Donkey is creating a sculpture for the Someplace Else art show. When she keeps making mistakes, she feels ready to give up./Panda wants to bring his pals to see the Lavender Lights in outer space, but Duck Duck is afraid of taking off in spaceships.
Milo and his pals are thrilled to help Vincent Verona direct his new superhero movie. Great directors always stay true to the script but the three friends listen to too many ideas and make too many changes so it's nearly a disaster movie instead!
Junior Ranger Elinor and Ranger Rabbit's favorite spot in the forest is ruined by a fire. / Ari and his friends learn why babies need a little more attention than they do.
Rosie, Iggy, and Crystal recreate Mom and Pap's favorite movie, but their different ages lead to problems. / Mom finds a photo from the day they got Gatita, but no one can quite remember what happened that day.
Princess Pea's father is busy, busy, busy with no time to help her tie up her skates. What's a Princess to do? The Super Readers use their literacy powers to visit another Princess whose funny little helper, Rumpelstiltskin, is far too busy to help her spin straw into gold. The Super Readers may be able to guess Rumpelstiltskin's name but they won't be able to guess what will happen in this story! Educational Objectives: To learn about the importance of doing things yourself, build the alphabet, and identify the letters S-P-I-N. Young viewers will rhyme with "at" words, and use the power to read to change the story and save the day!
I am Helen Keller Yadina becomes increasingly frustrated as she tries to read a book to Dr. Zoom, but has to keep stopping since it has words in it she doesn't know. Learning to read is SO hard - she feels like she'll never be able to do it. Xavier knows just what his little sister needs to the Secret Museum! Our heroes travel back in time to meet someone truly incredible, who had to overcome a whole lot to learn how to do just about anything: Helen Keller. Watching Helen first learn what words are, then how to read, and finally how to speak, all in her own unique way, inspires Yadina to go home and try to find her own way to learn to read. Because, as Helen shows her, there are many different ways to learn. Curriculum: "There are many different ways to learn" I am Alexander Graham Bell Losing his voice is frustrating enough for Brad, but it doesn't help matters when Xavier and Yadina do all the talking for him instead of trying to listen. To the Secret Museum! Brad takes his friends back in time to meet someone who worked his whole life to help people be heard: Alexander Graham Bell. Watching Alexander first help his deaf mother, then his whole school of deaf students, have their voices heard in any way they can, helps Xavier and Yadina realize that they should've tried harder to listen to Brad, even when they couldn't technically hear him. It's important to listen to everyone. Curriculum: "Listen to everyone."
Molly wants to make a salmon dish on her cooking show, but Grandpa Nat explains many threats to Alaska's salmon that have made it hard to catch any! So, when Molly sees tourists disrespecting the salmon, she teaches them how to fish respectfully./Randall is growing out his hair to use on a traditional Tlingit mask that he's gifting to Uncle Jack, but shhh... it's a surprise! Can Molly help him hide his long locks of hair from the family?
Alma takes shortcuts so she can play soccer with Beto, but she causes more problems in the long run. / When it's too dark for the Nighttime Dance Break, Alma brings her community together to help light up the block.
Luke is determined to have the best weekend ever with his class hamster. / When Stu mysteriously starts beeping, the Loops embark on a fun and inquisitive journey to figure out the meaning of the beeps and how to make them stop.
Swept Away - It's summertime! Arthur, D.W. and Buster are spending a few days at the beach where they discover the simple joys of building sand castles. But can they save their beloved creation from the inevitable ocean tides? Germophobia - Buster's friends have had enough of his sloppy habits, so they band together to educate him on the realities of bacteria. But when Buster goes way overboard to avoid any kind of germs, his friends think he may have gone too far. Can they bring Buster back to reality before his pool party?
Hands on a Desk Chair - When Ms. O leaves to conduct a super-secret mission, the agents compete to figure out who is in charge. Curriculum: grouping and early division. There's No 'O' in Obot - Otis and Olympia are stuck with a new robot partner. Curriculum: data collection and analysis, using charts to analyze data.
The Wild Kratts arrive in Madagascar for the first time - touching down in the southern region known as the spiny desert - where they discover a group of sifaka lemurs. Soon, they are learning about these lemurs amazing vertical clinging and leaping abilities.
While cruising across the African savanna in the Tortuga, a gust of wind blows a piece of paper out of Aviva's hand and into an ostrich nest. The bros think it's a new secret formula and they spring into action to rescue her work from one of the most protective parents on earth - the ostrich! Science Concept: Ecology and reproduction of the ostrich.
The Hunters discover a stowaway in their picnic basket. The unknown guest, a dog, appears frightened, so the family investigates the cause. As their new furry friend warms up to them, they gain a new member of the family in the process.
After Junior gets his tonsils taken out, he's worried he'll never be able to roar like a dinosaur ever again. To make him feel better, Alma tells him a music-filled story about a magical place called Oz. There, a girl who needs to get home, a Juniorsaurus who wants a big roar, an artist with no inspiration, and a person who is the world's greatest everything except for the world's greatest friend, journey to ask the Rubber Band Wizard for help. Will she have the answers they need?
Alma and Eddie want to win the Song of Summer Contest, but what should their song be about?
Orli must find her way to the Odd Squad test center, while villains try to stop her from making it on time. / Ostin and Olyla tell the others the story of how they learned to love singing and dancing because of a villain.
Castles In the Sky - The gang is devastated after their tree house collapses. It was the best place to hang out in the whole world. Can architect Frank Gehry get them to agree on a new design and help them to rebuild? Tipping the Scales - Everyone in Arthur's chorus group is excited about their upcoming performance in Crown City. Everyone knows nothing beats that post-concert cheesecake at Finklemeyers! But when strict Dr. Fugue replaces fun Mrs. Krasny as their teacher, the gang worries -will music class ever be fun again?
The Belly Bowl is coming up and the penguins must choose a team captain! Will it be Mimi or Gabe Gibson The Squad introduces voting as a fair way to decide.
The kids observe the full Moon at night and wonder why it seems to have a "face." They research why the light and dark splotches seem to make a face, and ultimately decide to fly to the Moon's surface so they can see for themselves what the light and dark splotches are made of. The kids are digging again down by the Lake, and dig up a part of an old rocket. This leads Sydney to tell another "Lone Star" story, this one about how long ago, when Boxwood Terrace was called "Boxwood Territory," early astronomer Lone Star engineered and built the first rockets. This inspires the kids to engineer and build their own "foot rocket."
Princess Pea's father is busy, busy, busy with no time to help her tie up her skates. What's a Princess to do? The Super Readers use their literacy powers to visit another Princess whose funny little helper, Rumpelstiltskin, is far too busy to help her spin straw into gold. The Super Readers may be able to guess Rumpelstiltskin's name but they won't be able to guess what will happen in this story! Educational Objectives: To learn about the importance of doing things yourself, build the alphabet, and identify the letters S-P-I-N. Young viewers will rhyme with "at" words, and use the power to read to change the story and save the day!
I am Helen Keller Yadina becomes increasingly frustrated as she tries to read a book to Dr. Zoom, but has to keep stopping since it has words in it she doesn't know. Learning to read is SO hard - she feels like she'll never be able to do it. Xavier knows just what his little sister needs to the Secret Museum! Our heroes travel back in time to meet someone truly incredible, who had to overcome a whole lot to learn how to do just about anything: Helen Keller. Watching Helen first learn what words are, then how to read, and finally how to speak, all in her own unique way, inspires Yadina to go home and try to find her own way to learn to read. Because, as Helen shows her, there are many different ways to learn. Curriculum: "There are many different ways to learn" I am Alexander Graham Bell Losing his voice is frustrating enough for Brad, but it doesn't help matters when Xavier and Yadina do all the talking for him instead of trying to listen. To the Secret Museum! Brad takes his friends back in time to meet someone who worked his whole life to help people be heard: Alexander Graham Bell. Watching Alexander first help his deaf mother, then his whole school of deaf students, have their voices heard in any way they can, helps Xavier and Yadina realize that they should've tried harder to listen to Brad, even when they couldn't technically hear him. It's important to listen to everyone. Curriculum: "Listen to everyone."
Molly wants to make a salmon dish on her cooking show, but Grandpa Nat explains many threats to Alaska's salmon that have made it hard to catch any! So, when Molly sees tourists disrespecting the salmon, she teaches them how to fish respectfully./Randall is growing out his hair to use on a traditional Tlingit mask that he's gifting to Uncle Jack, but shhh... it's a surprise! Can Molly help him hide his long locks of hair from the family?
Alma takes shortcuts so she can play soccer with Beto, but she causes more problems in the long run. / When it's too dark for the Nighttime Dance Break, Alma brings her community together to help light up the block.