On the bitterly cold winter night devoted fans huddled together outside the Angel Orensanz Center for a chance to see Grammy award winner Patty Griffin perform songs from her new album for the first time. The historic converted synagogue's neo-gothic arches were lit with the warm glow of candlelight as Griffin's singular voice filled the room, accompanied by new band members and longtime players alike.
In Canada, a tiny turtle ventures through a forest of giants in search of the lake where she will spend the next 50 years of her life. In South Africa, a young bushbaby is drawn towards a world of light in his quest to find a new home.
Dive into the colorful world of Earth's essential pollinators - bees, moths, and butterflies. Scientists and enthusiasts discuss life without these resilient creatures, whose impact goes far beyond their delicate appearance.
When the Soviet Union falls, Russia welcomes US astronauts to their space station Mir. But co-operation between former the Cold War enemies is threatened by a run of disasters onboard.
Meet the brilliant minds throughout history, from Galileo to Edwin Hubble, responsible for creating the telescope. Today, their invention allows humanity to reach the furthest limits of seeing 13 billion light-years out.
Pals Ricky Tomlinson and Micky Starke are off on a rollocking Road Trip adventure. Ricky turns out to be an impulse buyer, while Micky adopts a more relaxed approach. Gamble buys include antiques from Japan and China.
In France, school and daycare center staff are facing allegations of child sexual abuse. Hundreds have already been suspended. The housing crisis has become a problem in many European capitals, but Vienna is taking a different approach.
Bask in the paradise of the magnificent waterfall setting as we gently stretch and lengthen the spine in a full range of motion, including moves to create more ease in the hips, shoulders and upper back using a chair for support.
When Chris and Martin lose their gear to a snapping turtle, they are stuck mini-sized in a vast northern woodland lake. They come across a fluffy baby loon and decide to go on a mini quest to rescue the baby bird and find its parents. Along the way, they realize how much hard work goes into raising young creatures.
Lily and her family discover a surprise Great Grandpa Wallace left for them in the garage - a mobile weather station that can fly! They embark on their first weather hunting expedition - above the clouds.
In Canada, a tiny turtle ventures through a forest of giants in search of the lake where she will spend the next 50 years of her life. In South Africa, a young bushbaby is drawn towards a world of light in his quest to find a new home.
Join NOVA for New Horizon's historic flyby of Pluto, the culmination of the spacecraft's nine-year, three-billion-mile journey to reveal the first-ever detailed images of this strange, icy world at the very edge of our solar system.
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 "The Prettiest Village in Maine, " Wiscasset. She tours the town with interior decorator Alexander Widener and meets the makers and shopkeepers who make the town so special. In Portland, Maine, host Richard Wiese goes behind the scenes with the state's first professional soccer club, Hearts of Pine. We also tour Flume Gorge in Lincoln, New Hampshire.
Venturing beyond Europe, and with local experts as his guides, Rick uses Ethiopia as a classroom for understanding global hunger and extreme poverty - and how to beat it. Together, we witness the importance of water, education, empowering women, and nutrition during a child's first thousand days. And we see firsthand the impact of globalization and climate change. Our souvenir: A vivid appreciation of how ending hunger is possible - and how smart and modern development aid is the key.
Budapest, once Vienna's partner in ruling the Austro-Hungarian empire, feels like the capital of Eastern Europe. It's actually two cities- busy Pest and noble Buda-straddling the Danube and laced together by mighty bridges. Capitalism has taken hold with gusto as shopping boulevards thrive and stone Lenins and cast iron Stalins litter a theme park at the edge of town. Today Gypsy orchestras feature smoking violins, venerable mineral baths are the rage, and 19th century coffeehouses enjoy a renaissance.
Join Phil, Logan, and Chris as they build a new workbench for the Woodsmith Shop. This one is sized for smaller shops but still has big-time features. It also looks good too. Learn smart techniques for sturdy joinery and flattening benchtops.
Kevin takes a tour of the restaurants and breweries that are opening back up after Hurricane Helene. Later he joins Mauro in prepping homeowners Jim and Allies' house to be painted. Meanwhile, Mark installs a fireplace at the North Asheville project.
Lee helps a couple regrade their backyard to improve the lawn's health; Jenn shares houseplants that thrive at any light level, proving there's a perfect plant for every space; Nathan upgrades a homeowner's hollow-core doors to solid-core doors.
Nick Knowles follows detailed and intricate restoration work at Eastnor Castle in the Malvern Hills. As one of Britain’s finest fairy tale castles, built entirely to impress, for owners James Hervey Bathurst and his wife Lucy keeping the place alive is a full-time challenge. Enlisting armies of artisans, they take on their latest quests to save a beautiful iron bridge from collapse, rescue two irreplaceable hand painted ceilings and restore a valuable set of chairs designed by one of Britain’s most renowned architects.
Explore the early days of the space race, the struggle to catch up with the Soviet Union and the enormous stakes in the quest to reach the moon. This episode reveals both the breathtaking failures and successes of the developing U.S. space program.
"Live from the LBJ Library" celebrates America's 250th birthday by looking back at moments in the show that shed light on the American experience and our nation's rich history with reflections from Doris Kearns Goodwin, Andrew Young, Heather Cox Richardson, Bryan Cranston, Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, and others.
Guest: Neil Gorsuch. Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch discusses the heroes of the American Revolution, the importance of civics education, declining faith in democracy among young Americans, and the role of the court in sustaining America's ideals for the future.
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.
When an old threat returns to Setauket, Abe risks everything to protect Anna. Rogers travels to a prison ship seeking a mysterious man.
A monk is found dead, kneeling in prayer. Patience and Frankie investigate and secrets surface at the monastery. Meanwhile, Patience finds herself on stage as the face of City of York police and starts rethinking her decision about Elliot.
While Alphy seeks redemption and renewed faith, Geordie's investigation into a local crook ignites a high-stakes siege. As tensions rise and shots are fired, courage, love, and sacrifice are pushed to their limits.
In the finale, the family gathers at Downton Abbey for Christmas.
Maggie and Lindsey explore the journey of farm-to-table produce, starting at Old Home Place Farm. They follow the food and visit Chef Kristin Smith at her restaurant, The Wrigley. In the kitchen, they prepare a pub-style inspired menu featuring chicken wings with a miso honey sauce, a wedge salad topped with a homemade green goddess dressing and sauteed broccolini with whipped feta & breadcrumbs.
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.
London's Asian food culture is inseparable from the history of the British Empire. Danielle Chang moves through Chinatown, Brick Lane, and beyond to trace how tea, curry spices, and peppers arrived through trade and colonial rule, and how migrants adapted those ingredients into everyday food. From legacy restaurants to new voices, she explores who gets to tell these stories today.
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.
Enjoy the expanse of the wilderness with Bob Ross and find a quaint little home among soft blowing meadows.
The trees have shed their snow and ice begins to thaw in this incredibly beautiful Bob Ross landscape.
Discover delightful treasures at Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms including a 1954 Marilyn Monroe military defense ID photo, a Panama hat, ca. 1970 and an Andy Warhol Golden Shoe collage. Which is valued at $125,000 to $150,000?
RICK STEVES EGYPT: YESTERDAY & TODAY sails beyond Europe, exploring the historic and cultural wonders of Egypt. In the teeming metropolis of Cairo, Rick climbs to the center of a pyramid, greets the Sphinx and marvels at King Tut's gold. In the fabled city of Alexandria, Rick - in typical Through the Back Doorfashion - brings viewers into a wonderland of back lanes and introduces a traditional shisha (hookah) experience. In Luxor, the glories of the pharaohs are revealed through their temples and their hidden tombs. And on the Nile, after sailing on a timeless felucca, Rick upgrades to a riverboat and kicks back while enjoying iconic views of palm trees, minarets and rustic villages. Then, the finale shares a tour of Ramesses II's magnificent temple ruins at Abu Simbel.
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.
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at the beaches in Mexico. This workout focuses on your back and core, helping to relieve and prevent back pain.
Revitalize and recharge in the wilderness paradise as we focus on creating a stronger core while entirely seated in a chair! Receive all the amazing benefits of a strong core including improved balance and stability, reduced back pain and improved posture.
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 illustrates a different experience when sketching while traveling: slowing down to truly 'see' in a meditative state. Also, Kath discusses the importance of limiting your time of execution to keep your work fresh and your interest peaked.
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! Join Miranda Esmonde-White for an early morning workout on the beautiful beach of Jamaica! Miranda will take you through an all-barre workout that focuses on maintaining and improving posture.
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White at the beaches in Mexico. This workout focuses on your back and core, helping to relieve and prevent back pain.
Celebrated vegan chef Laura Theodore prepares a vegan party meal featuring an exquisite Fancy Roasted Vegetable Torte, served with Summer Tomato and Basil Salad on the side. To finish the meal with a flourish, an easy-to-prepare, Vegan Dessert Charcuterie Board offers a sensational finale to this beautiful plant-based meal.
Do you ever wonder how styles of eating became what they are? What's the history of food? I thought it might be fun to explore some of the history that makes the Mediterranean Diet, the Mediterranean Diet. We'll head to the ancient ruins of Pompeii for some answers. Recipes: Tabbouleh di Miglio; Gladiator Stew; Minestra di Lenticchie, Riso e Cicoria.
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.
Host J Schwanke educates viewers on flower care and they ways in which flowers contribute to self-care. J explains using flower food for bouquet longevity and learns the benefits of elderberry syrup from an expert.
University of Memphis Director of Landscape Joellen Dimond shows how to put pencil to paper and design your perfect landscape.
Fairlight de Michele fondly remembers her Grandma Erna's noodle kugel on her childhood holiday tables. With no recipe, she experimented on her own, but with no success. So she turns to Milk Street to help her out!
Karen Clay has fond memories of her Grandma Margaret's coconut cake: a beautiful, towering creation she describes simply as "dreamy." For years, Karen has tried, but has been unsuccessful in trying to recreate the cake. Will Milk Street be able to help?
When Marie Griffin was growing up, Marie's grandmother, and later her mother, prepared gorton, a rich spiced pork spread. After losing the recipe during a move, she contacted Milk Street for help.
Linda White remembers a cake named Adena's Hot Milk Sponge from her grandmother's recipe collection. The vague instructions left her unable to recreate it, so Linda has contacted Milk Street for help.
When Royce Tanaka was growing up in Hawaii, his grandfather owned and operated a bakery that sold popular butter rolls. Royce turned to Milk Street to help recreate them.
Growing up, Sapna Pandya's grandmother often made a round, crisp snack called "crunchy pooris." Her grandmother didn't leave behind a recipe, so Pandya turned to Milk Street for assistance.
When feeding a crowd, Teryluz Andreu's mother would make pernil al caldero: a Puerto Rican staple of juicy slow-cooked pork with shatteringly crisp skin. She asked Milk Street to help recreate it.
Melissa Long's Czech friend Tatiana sometimes prepared a rustic pork, sausage and sauerkraut soup. Milk Street wants to add their own spin on it. Which version will she choose?
Tim Donovan has fond memories of calzone, a stuffed bread that his Italian mother and grandmother made. With no written recipe, he asked Milk Street for assistance.
Jessica Costantini misses her grandmother's popovers. When Jessica attempted to replicate them, hers ended up burnt on the outside, and doughy or dry on the inside. Can Milk Street help her out?
See how Indian breads are cooked to perfection in a tandoori oven with Anupy Singla. While naan is celebrated in the West, it's actually not the most commonly consumed bread in Indian households. Roti, a whole wheat flatbread, is the bread of choice and the workhorse of Indian bread. Watch how to prepare a roti to turn it into its delicious stuffed cousin, paratha. We will also showcase naan in an indoor tandoori oven in an Indian restaurant in Chicago.
Diane prepares a dinner party meal for a handful of her closest friends. Diane provides helpful tips to alleviate the stress that comes with planning a dinner party and provides easy recipes that are healthy and delicious. On the menu: Char-Broiled Cabbage "Steaks" with Pomegranate Seeds and Lemon Zest, Whole Baked Fish with Leeks, and Greek Yogurt Panna Cotta.
While her staff of accomplished bakers compete to make the best pie, Carrie takes employees to a South Carolina dairy farm to see how one of their essential ingredients, buttermilk, is made. The days ends by making fresh biscuits with the farmer's wife.
On this episode of Simply Ming, Chef Tsai and Henry are cooking two versions of a classic dish, Broccoli and Beef. First, he cooks delicious Beef and Broccoli Noodles with garlic and fresh minced ginger. Then, he cooks a vegan version, Vegan Beef and Broccoli Bing. Before he starts the cooking feast, he mixes up a tasty Wasabi Michelada for himself and a Virgin Wasabi Michelada, for his son Henry.
Location: Bentonville, AK Restaurant: Eleven. Alice Walton was just recently named "the world's richest woman." Her father, Sam Walton, started with one five-and-dime store in rural Arkansas and grew it into one of the most successful business stories of all time: Walmart. His only daughter, Alice, has used her immense wealth for philanthropic endeavors her entire life but it wasn't until she really leaned into her personal passion that her life changed so dramatically. On November 11, 2011, Alice opened the Crystal Bridges Art Museum in Bentonville, Arkansas, bringing a world-class art museum to a corner of the world that had never seen anything like it. Alice has continued her mission to champion art for rural areas with her Art Bridges Foundation and Alice L. Walton Foundation. From a table at Eleven, her favorite restaurant in Bentonville, Alice shares her incredible journey as part of one of the world's richest families and why art is her North star and why she believes so passionately in the ability of art to heal and inspire.
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster make a streamlined recipe for Cheesy Stuffed Shells. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for 13x9 broiler-safe baking dishes. Finally, test cook Bryan Roof shows Julia how to make Eggplant Pecorino.
ROADSHOW strikes gold in Colorado with amazing finds including Paul Revere Jr. silver tablespoons, a 1942 DC Comics promotional Superman figurine and a 1974 Sam Gilliam June 5 acrylic painting. One is $125, 000 to $150,000!
Fairlight de Michele fondly remembers her Grandma Erna's noodle kugel on her childhood holiday tables. With no recipe, she experimented on her own, but with no success. So she turns to Milk Street to help her out!
Karen Clay has fond memories of her Grandma Margaret's coconut cake: a beautiful, towering creation she describes simply as "dreamy." For years, Karen has tried, but has been unsuccessful in trying to recreate the cake. Will Milk Street be able to help?
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.
The historic Telemark Canal takes Arne, Frida and Stig deep into the interior of Norway, offering a journey back in time. They explore the region's hospitality and delve into stories of heavy water and the Second World War. Then, they trek through a mountain to reach the summit. Frida prepares intriguing treats, while Stig crafts a dry martini to celebrate this unique region of Norway.
Greek small plates, or meze, are very much a part of Greek life. Join Joanne as she wanders the busy streets of Hermoupolis, the capital of the Greek island of Syros, shopping for the best local ingredients to prepare a few meze dishes. Then head back to the outdoor kitchen for a cooking class overlooking the Aegean Sea. Recipes: Saganaki; Rolled Grape Leaves; Htipiti- Spicy Feta with yogurt and paprika; Tzatziki.
Explore the development of religious freedom in the United States as told first through the eyes of six American faith communities - Quakers, Baptists, Black churches, Catholics, Mormons and Jews - then examining recent challenges.
In Bolivia, activists with disabilities risked everything for dignity. When pleas for a pension were ignored, they united in protest - trekking across the Andes in their wheelchairs. An inspiring journey followed, facing off against a government determined to silence them and a society indifferent to their struggle. But through cold, hunger, and vitriol, their resilience proved unstoppable.
Because of the lack of resources and difficult terrain, being dependent on a wheelchair in Guatemala is a life changing experience, leading to social isolation, school and job discrimination. One organization, whose mobility challenged staff builds customized wheelchairs, changes how those who use wheelchairs see themselves and how the larger society views their capabilities. This is exemplified by their basketball team where some of the players compete internationally in the Pan American Games and Special Olympics.
At 21, he was a leader of Hong Kong's Umbrella Revolution. By 23, he became Hong Kong's youngest elected lawmaker. At 26, he was Most Wanted under the National Security Law. Who's Afraid of Nathan Law? offers a close look at the city's most famous dissident to uncover what happens to freedom when an authoritarian power goes unchecked.
Walk the Walk, showcases a unique college class where students have been going beyond talking about possible solutions to problems facing American society to actually implementing policy changes which get at their root causes. Produced by Bob Gliner (Schools that Change Communities, Barefoot College) this very timely and informative documentary focuses on three critical issues the class addresses over a twelve year period, 2007 - 2019. Viewers see a diverse range of students try to implement an innovative solution to devastation caused along the Gulf Coast by Hurricane Katrina, successfully raise the minimum wage in San Jose California, and develop policies to confront increasing cases of homelessness among college students. While many of us feel increasing frustration and powerlessness when confronted with the nation's seeming inability to solve the many pressing social problems it faces, Walk the Walk provides a model for democracy to come alive in our nation's classrooms, in the process, educating and invigorating students to improve the communities and larger society they inhabit.
This week on ON STORY, we're joined by Justin Simien, the writer-director behind the film Dear White People, and its TV adaptation, to discuss his process creating the show's hyperreal Ivy League setting, and his strategies for tackling broader social issues within a character-driven story.
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 Dusseldorf, Germany, host Alexander Heffner interviews Mayor Stephan Keller.
In France, school and daycare center staff are facing allegations of child sexual abuse. Hundreds have already been suspended. The housing crisis has become a problem in many European capitals, but Vienna is taking a different approach.
Animals play a key role in many medical tests. Often they suffer and die. Could algae change that? Plus: Singapore's domestic workers become entrepreneurs
In Bolivia, activists with disabilities risked everything for dignity. When pleas for a pension were ignored, they united in protest - trekking across the Andes in their wheelchairs. An inspiring journey followed, facing off against a government determined to silence them and a society indifferent to their struggle. But through cold, hunger, and vitriol, their resilience proved unstoppable.
Because of the lack of resources and difficult terrain, being dependent on a wheelchair in Guatemala is a life changing experience, leading to social isolation, school and job discrimination. One organization, whose mobility challenged staff builds customized wheelchairs, changes how those who use wheelchairs see themselves and how the larger society views their capabilities. This is exemplified by their basketball team where some of the players compete internationally in the Pan American Games and Special Olympics.
Trailblazing businessman and philanthropist Paxton K. Baker, Minority Owner and Chairman of the Washington Nationals Founding Partners Group, joins Dr. Chavis for an inspiring conversation on leadership, culture, and community. Baker shares insights from his groundbreaking career and his mission to create a lasting impact.
Laura is joined by Angela Davis, a leading voice in the movement for abolition and feminism who has lots to share about her evolution and how decades of activism are coming together. From Palestine to elections, to our carceral state and collective liberation, this conversation is packed with her insight.
This episode explores people who make a difference, whether through years of hard-work or a strange turn of events. Featured stories highlight a librarian who fought for an East Texas forest, a man who stumbled upon an endangered species, and the woman who helped overturn the state's discriminatory braiding laws.
Discover how an Arkansas farm family is using technology to keep prices down for consumers. Peanut butter is one of our favorite foods. Come along on a peanut harvest in Georgia. Travel to Tennessee to meet some folks who claim that mules are the best farm animal around. Then, it's a sharp and spiny crop at this Arizona farm where one family is all about raising cacti.
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.
Husband and wife team, Paige and Juan met while working at a popular restaurant before creating Magdalena's Catering and Events, which has become one of Fort Worth's premier catering companies with a food truck, a permanent supper club, and a Spanish tapas restaurant.
In Dusseldorf, Germany, host Alexander Heffner interviews Mayor Stephan Keller.
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 Justin Simien, the writer-director behind the film Dear White People, and its TV adaptation, to discuss his process creating the show's hyperreal Ivy League setting, and his strategies for tackling broader social issues within a character-driven story.
In Bolivia, activists with disabilities risked everything for dignity. When pleas for a pension were ignored, they united in protest - trekking across the Andes in their wheelchairs. An inspiring journey followed, facing off against a government determined to silence them and a society indifferent to their struggle. But through cold, hunger, and vitriol, their resilience proved unstoppable.
Because of the lack of resources and difficult terrain, being dependent on a wheelchair in Guatemala is a life changing experience, leading to social isolation, school and job discrimination. One organization, whose mobility challenged staff builds customized wheelchairs, changes how those who use wheelchairs see themselves and how the larger society views their capabilities. This is exemplified by their basketball team where some of the players compete internationally in the Pan American Games and Special Olympics.
Beriot has been defeated by his own party; the communists want to win the next elections and set up Marcel as a hero.
In Canada, a tiny turtle ventures through a forest of giants in search of the lake where she will spend the next 50 years of her life. In South Africa, a young bushbaby is drawn towards a world of light in his quest to find a new home.
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the Caribbean heritage of actors Liza Colon-Zayas and Delroy Lindo - meeting women and men who crisscrossed the globe to help their families move forward, often taking enormous risks.
Explore the early days of the space race, the struggle to catch up with the Soviet Union and the enormous stakes in the quest to reach the moon. This episode reveals both the breathtaking failures and successes of the developing U.S. space program.
Lyla bakes a delicious cake without a recipe and needs to recreate it by figuring out the right ingredients. / Everett teaches his cat new tricks using sounds and symbols.
Do You Speak George?: Everyone at school is suddenly speaking their own made-up language. Whether it's the girls' secret code "Oola" or the boys' lingo "Arster-Buther," George can't make sense of what anyone is saying. Is creating his own language the answer? Or can he convince the kids to put their differences aside and start communicating again? World Girls: It's the grand opening of World Girl World, which sells dolls from every countryà and every girl in Elwood City is thrilled! But the trip there is less than ideal - Francine doesn't want to buy anything, Muffy wants to buy everything, and Sue Ellen is crushed to learn that her favorite doll was discontinued. But maybe with some creativity, the friends can work together and find a fun solution to their respective dilemmas.
Deposit Slip Up - Odd Squad builds an exact replica of the villain's vault to intercept a jetpack. Curriculum: symmetry and lines of symmetry. Villains Always Win - Olympia tries to win back a stolen gadget on a villain game show. Curriculum: Temperature at which water freezes.
With no big land predators, Chris realizes that Madagascar is one of the safest places in the world for adventuring. It's the perfect place to miniaturize and explore. But the 'mini' Kratts soon discover, they made a big mistake!
When the Kratt Bros meet a school of Archerfish, they are taught the secret of "water droplet" archery from an Archerfish named Arrow. Soon, they are using this newly learned skill to infiltrate Donita Donata's yacht and rescue the baby animals she has ben capturing for her newest high-end fashion line. Science Concept: Physics of Motion.
Al and the kids orchestrate a rainbow-filled Mother's Day surprise while Dot is away. When Benny realizes he doesn't know the colors of the rainbow, Al shares the recipe so all of the kids can create colorful presents for their mom.
A talented young guitar-playing Rooster comes to the Bebop Barnyard to join Jazz Greats Duck Ellington, Mules Davis, Ella Finchgerald, and Lil Herdin. Even though he's a star on solo guitar, he must learn new skills to play together in a jazz band.
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!
Elinor and her friends have a curious and fun adventure when they go camping with Ranger Rabbit to Hidden Lake, a place in the forest that they have never been to before. On their wonderful journey they bump into Bianca, an inventor and good friend of Ranger Rabbit who studies frogs. But on a hike to help Bianca observe them, the kids discover that the frogs seem to be missing from the lake. Why? It is up to Elinor, Bianca and her friends to solve the mystery of the missing frogs. Together, they discover the source of the problem: the lake is being dammed by sticks from a nearby road clearing project, causing the frogs to leave. By asking questions and getting inspiration from Nature, the team invents a new tool that looks like a frog's tongue to break loose the dam and save the frogs!!
Sean is planning his first sleepout under the stars with his Space Scouts troop, but the weather is threatening, and it looks like his sleepout will be rained out. The kids get help from Mitchell , building a weather observation station to make a weather prediction, and visit the DSA for further help by tracking the weather with satellites. A total eclipse of the Sun is coming to Boxwood Terrace! The kids prepare a Total Eclipse song and dance to perform at the DSA, where the whole town is gathered for the event. Meanwhile, Sunspot attempts to explain the eclipse to all the local animals so they won't think it's night and sleep through it.
Based on the popular Scholastic book series by Norman Bridwell about the lovable oversized canine with his head in the clouds but four paws planted firmly on the ground, Clifford presents a larger-than-life view of the world. With his loving human, Emily Elizabeth, and dog pals, Cleo and T-Bone, Clifford inhabits a colorful island community, inviting viewers on a fun-filled journey through childhood, navigating the dips and curves along the way. CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG emphasizes good citizenship and the importance of community. Each episode concludes with a component of Clifford's Big Ideas - 10 different attributes children learn to embrace - which leaves them with something to think about and practice in their lives.
Elmer Elasmosaurus - The Pteranodon family travels on the Dinosaur Train with the Aquacar to an underwater train station to transport Elmer Elasmosaurus back to his home in the ocean. At first Buddy is not enthusiastic about travelling underwater, but quickly becomes a convert when he sees the spectacular sights under the sea. Dinosaur Block Party - The Pteranodon family hosts a block party to introduce their new neighbors, the Lambeosaurus family, to all the other neighborhood creatures. The different species all join together to fly, dive, fish, race and especially, to rock the block!
Pinkalicious imagines creative possibilities everywhere she looks. Aimed at kids 3-5, PINKALICIOUS & PETERRIFIC encourages viewers to engage in the creative arts and self-expression, including music, dance, theater and visual arts. Get creative with Pinkalicious, Peter and all their friends in Pinkville!
The Dance Problem - Peg's Room / Radio City Music Hall. Peg and Cat can dance with their idol Misty Copeland, if Cat can overcome one big obstacle: his tail. Primary Content: Size, shape, color Secondary Content: Ordinal numbers. Follow the Bouncing Ball - Peg's Room / Peg's Neighborhood / Flying Saucer / Sky / The Pirate's Ship / Whale's Belly / Farm. Cat chases his favorite ball as it bounces through 10 different worlds to 10 different beats. Primary Content: Musical patterns Secondary Content: Counting to 10.
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Phoebe & Jay use Miss Jean's field guide to help identify their new butterfly friend. Phoebe needs to find the courage to perform at the talent show after she gets stage fright.
All aboard the Moo Moo Choo Choo - the Wombats are off to visit Great Uncle Duper in the Windborhood. / The World's Biggest Whirligig has blown away. Luckily, the Wombats are there to help Great Uncle Duper imagine how to build a new one.
Sammy speaks English, Benito speaks Spanish and Quique isn't there to translate. Can two cousins communicate without words? And Sammy wants to surprise his mom with a day of epic fun, but it all goes flat. Is fun still fun if it's not epic?
Super Daniel!: Daniel and Grandpere are at home pretending to be superheroes when Daniel notices that Dad has forgotten to take his lunch to work with him. He and Grandpere take Dad's lunchbox to the Clock Factory and Daniel uses his imagination to have several super adventures along the way. Play Pretend: Teacher Harriet shows the children a big cardboard box and asks them what they think it could be. Daniel and Miss Elaina have fun pretending the box is a space ship and a jungle boat, but O the Owl just sees a big cardboard box. With a little help from his friends, O discovers how much fun it is to pretend!
Daniel's New Friend: Daniel and Miss Elaina meet Prince Wednesday's cousin Chrissie during a playdate at the castle. As they play "knights," they discover that, although Chrissie needs some help walking, they are the same in many ways. Same and Different: While Daniel is playing dress up with his friends at school, he feels different when he realizes that not everyone has a tail like him. He learns that everyone has differences, but that these are the things that make us unique.
Dylan is excited to play his new board game with his friends, but things take a turn when the game pieces fall into a nearby floor vent. / Carl is determined to get into the FuzzyWorld Book of Records with his Pizza Pyramid house of cards!
Nothing beats riding in The Man with the Yellow Hat's car with the top down and enjoying the fresh air. Until they hit a pothole and the car rattles and steams! Luckily there's a repair shop up ahead, where George meets Mick Kannick, the car mechanic. There's so much cool stuff in the garage - tools, hoses, and even a lift that raises the car so he can look underneath! George wants to help fix the car, so Mick teaches him how to handle the hoses, loosen and tighten the screws, and most importantly, to look for anything that doesn't look right. Mick even gives him a hat and George is thrilled. He's a real mechanic now! So when Mick steps away, George figures he can help. As Marco drops by with a deflated bike tire and his friend Lorelei brings her broken pedal car, George applies his new auto know-how to fix their problems. But George doesn't realize he's creating new problems - until his friend's car, still up on the auto lift, begins to leak the water that George accidentally filled the whole cab with! / George and The Man with the Yellow Hat love visiting Uncle Tam at his castle in Scotland. The sunsets and shoreline are so beautiful - and the seals are fun to paint! But Uncle Tam tells them that his absolute favorite animal in all of Scotland is the seahorse. These special creatures are very distinct: they're small, move slowly, and have long snouts to snort up food and grabby tails. When Uncle Tam explains that seahorses are hard to find in the sea these days, George embarks on a mission to find them on land. On his adventures, George encounters wonderful animals that have some of these characteristics - including a harvest mouse and a merry-go-round horse - but none have all four. Will George ever find a seahorse for Uncle Tam?
Panda looks to his pals to cheer him on during "Masked Veggies," but can he win the final round if he can't see them?/Donkey and Panda host King Friday for the day, but don't know what kings like to do. Will he think their fun ideas are too silly?
Otto is needed elsewhere by Royal appointment, so Milo and pals set to work painting Dame Delores' ballroom. But a mix of party food and a hungry Bruno causes chaos how will they exceed expectations for Otto's customer and earn a five-star review?
Olive's Library - It's Olive's birthday party and everyone has given her a book as a present, which makes Olive very happy. However, when she goes to her room to put them away, Olive finds there's no more room. Her shelf is CRAMMED full of books. What should she do with all these books? While outside playing, the kids observe how ants share food by storing it in a special communal room. Inspired by this, the kids help Olive make a little lending library so she can share her books with everyone in Animal Town! Nature Walk - It's Nature Day at school and Elinor, Olive and Ari have to make a Nature Walk at recess. But, it's a windy day and they run into problems when their arrow signs keep blowing over, confusing their classmates and causing them to get turned around on the nature path. Fortunately, the three kids learn how to improve their signs by copying an idea from the trees: underground roots! The kids bury the bottom part of their arrow signs, just like a tree, which works perfectly.
Rosie and Javi are ready for a pirate adventure, but wherever they go has rules that keep them from playing how they want. At their first Fun Club meeting, each member picks a job, but Rosie doesn't know what her job should be.
Gramma will not let Red into the kitchen to get some extra special Red Velvet Cake - and it's making Red extremely mad! The Super Readers head into the story of the Three Billy Goats Gruff, who really want to cross the Trolls bridge#only this time the Troll gets to tell his side of the story. The Super Readers wonder if anyone can make those rude Billy Goats Gruff behave, and Red figures out what Gramma needs to hear. Educational Objectives: To learn the importance of good behavior, discover the alphabet and identify the letters P-O-L-E. Kids will also practice the magic of spelling, and use the power to read to change the story.
I am Mary Shelley Xavier and the gang are excited for a Nature Troop campout, where Xavier has volunteered to tell the first campfire story. There's just one problem: everyone is expecting a spooky story, but Xavier only knows how to tell silly stories. What's he going to do? He doesn't want to disappoint everyone. To the Secret Museum! Our heroes are sent back in time to meet an expert spooky storyteller: Mary Shelley. Mary takes our trio on an imaginative playdate where she spins the leaves and wind into a very spooky tale, which Xavier can't help but turn funny. Is all hope lost?? Mary helps Xavier see that he can tell a story that's both spooky AND silly. The most important thing is to tell stories your own way. Curriculum: "Tell stories you own way." I am Harry Houdini The time has come from Brad to spend his very first night in the museum, and he couldn't be more excited. Except, when the lights go out, Brad realizes it's kind of... gulp... scary there at night. Too afraid to stay put in his sleeping bag, there's only one thing left to do... to the Secret Museum! Our heroes travel back in time to meet someone who knew how to face a scary situation: Harry Houdini. Harry wants nothing more than to be a brave performer, just like his hero, tightrope walker Fearless Jean. But, it turns out tightrope walking is scarier than he thought! Good thing Harry has a trick to help himself, and Brad, make it through to the end: when you're scared, take a deep breath to calm down and feel better. Curriculum: "When you're scared, you can take a deep breath to calm down and feel better."
While Molly and Layla fly to Shageluk for a delivery, Walter sets up a Mother's Day surprise party at home. But, when Molly loses the plane keys, she and Layla must search everywhere to find them! Will they make it home in time for the surprise?/While setting up birdfeeders for winter, Trini spots a talking white bird! When she shares about her special encounter, Molly doesn't believe her. Determined, Trini sets out to get a picture of the mysterious bird to prove it's real.
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?
When the Loops vacuum breaks, Luke, Lyla, and Everett test vacuums to pick the best one. / When the Loops don't have the right ingredients to make cookies, the kids set out to make them using substituted ingredients.
When Francine's Bubbe passes away, Muffy really wants to help her best friend, but can't seem to understand what Francine actually needs during her time of grieving. Can Muffy learn to become a better listener?/Every year the Read family goes to Codpocket Beach for vacation where they eat the same food, swim in the same ocean, and have the same fun. Arthur is ready for a change -can he succeed in making this year different?
Portalandia - The Mobile Unit's first case is to return a plant to the 17th dimension. Curriculum: Tessellation. Slides and Ladders - Oswald must learn everything he can about the Mobile Unit van before an important interview. Curriculum: Negative Numbers.
Chris, bummed that the gang must leave Madagascar without ever having seen amazing fossa, accidentally falls out the hatch of the Tortuga in mid-flight and lands deep in an island forest - amongst a group of the very creatures he longed to find!
While in Madagascar, the Wild Kratts learn from Wild Kratts Kid, Patricia Ranomafana, that a Golden Bamboo lemur baby has been born. The Team decides to stay a bit longer to learn about this rare lemur.
The Hunters monitor a thunderstorm, but when the power goes out, their drone stops working. With no way to keep a direct eye on the storm, the Hunters get creative so they can still alert all their neighbors about the storm's location.
A talented young guitar-playing Rooster comes to the Bebop Barnyard to join Jazz Greats Duck Ellington, Mules Davis, Ella Finchgerald, and Lil Herdin. Even though he's a star on solo guitar, he must learn new skills to play together in a jazz band.
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!
Elinor and her friends have a curious and fun adventure when they go camping with Ranger Rabbit to Hidden Lake, a place in the forest that they have never been to before. On their wonderful journey they bump into Bianca, an inventor and good friend of Ranger Rabbit who studies frogs. But on a hike to help Bianca observe them, the kids discover that the frogs seem to be missing from the lake. Why? It is up to Elinor, Bianca and her friends to solve the mystery of the missing frogs. Together, they discover the source of the problem: the lake is being dammed by sticks from a nearby road clearing project, causing the frogs to leave. By asking questions and getting inspiration from Nature, the team invents a new tool that looks like a frog's tongue to break loose the dam and save the frogs!!
Jet is amazed to find out that the entire Earth doesn't have the same season at the same time. So he flies with Sydney and Sean from the northern hemisphere to the southern hemisphere to compare and experience holidays in winter and summer...all in one day! Mindy feels bad that she's the smallest kid in the group, so sympathetic Jet and friends use a shrink-ray and become her size. The plan goes awry, and Jet, Sean, Sydney, and Sunspot become the size of mice. Mindy has to follow intricate diagrams to reverse the shrink-ray!
Gramma will not let Red into the kitchen to get some extra special Red Velvet Cake - and it's making Red extremely mad! The Super Readers head into the story of the Three Billy Goats Gruff, who really want to cross the Trolls bridge#only this time the Troll gets to tell his side of the story. The Super Readers wonder if anyone can make those rude Billy Goats Gruff behave, and Red figures out what Gramma needs to hear. Educational Objectives: To learn the importance of good behavior, discover the alphabet and identify the letters P-O-L-E. Kids will also practice the magic of spelling, and use the power to read to change the story.
I am Mary Shelley Xavier and the gang are excited for a Nature Troop campout, where Xavier has volunteered to tell the first campfire story. There's just one problem: everyone is expecting a spooky story, but Xavier only knows how to tell silly stories. What's he going to do? He doesn't want to disappoint everyone. To the Secret Museum! Our heroes are sent back in time to meet an expert spooky storyteller: Mary Shelley. Mary takes our trio on an imaginative playdate where she spins the leaves and wind into a very spooky tale, which Xavier can't help but turn funny. Is all hope lost?? Mary helps Xavier see that he can tell a story that's both spooky AND silly. The most important thing is to tell stories your own way. Curriculum: "Tell stories you own way." I am Harry Houdini The time has come from Brad to spend his very first night in the museum, and he couldn't be more excited. Except, when the lights go out, Brad realizes it's kind of... gulp... scary there at night. Too afraid to stay put in his sleeping bag, there's only one thing left to do... to the Secret Museum! Our heroes travel back in time to meet someone who knew how to face a scary situation: Harry Houdini. Harry wants nothing more than to be a brave performer, just like his hero, tightrope walker Fearless Jean. But, it turns out tightrope walking is scarier than he thought! Good thing Harry has a trick to help himself, and Brad, make it through to the end: when you're scared, take a deep breath to calm down and feel better. Curriculum: "When you're scared, you can take a deep breath to calm down and feel better."
While Molly and Layla fly to Shageluk for a delivery, Walter sets up a Mother's Day surprise party at home. But, when Molly loses the plane keys, she and Layla must search everywhere to find them! Will they make it home in time for the surprise?/While setting up birdfeeders for winter, Trini spots a talking white bird! When she shares about her special encounter, Molly doesn't believe her. Determined, Trini sets out to get a picture of the mysterious bird to prove it's real.
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?