Built in 1906 as a shelter for young wayward or orphaned girls, The Chapel at the Good Shepherd Center in Seattle provided a new haven for two hundred Artists Den guests on a crisp autumn night. The Swell Season - led by Glen Hansard and backed by Marketa Irglova on piano and two of Hansard's band mates from The Frames on bass and violin - gave a special performance of their melodic, original songs months before winning the Academy Award for Best Original Song with "Falling Slowly".
In this captivating tale, lion researcher Dr. Philip Stander follows three orphaned desert lion cubs as they navigate the harsh realities of survival in one of the world's most unforgiving places, Namibia's brutal Skeleton Coast. Stander's passion for these majestic creatures began 40 years ago, when he encountered a lone desert lioness on the Coast shores. But the desert lions soon disappeared from the region, and more than a decade later, he discovers a female cub called "Queen" whose life unlocks the survival secrets of desert lions. One day tragedy strikes the Queen's three granddaughters who become unexpectedly orphaned, and they embark on a harrowing journey through the empty desert facing starvation. Stander documents their every move, revealing the unique and complex relationship between land and marine predators.
Can seaweed and beavers help save the world? Miles O'Brien travels the country to meet the innovators using nature-based solutions to tackle climate change in surprising ways.
Celebrate the life and career of legendary actor Dick Van Dyke on his 100th birthday. Known for films like Bye Bye Birdie, Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, TV show Diagnosis Murder and his classic CBS sitcom, Van Dyke has delighted audiences on screen and stage for eight decades. Featuring never-before-seen footage, photos and home movies that detail Van Dyke's extraordinary showbiz legacy.
Celebrity chef Ainsley Harriott is pitted against presenter and journalist Anne Diamond; Anne finds out how England became a nation of tea lovers and Ainsley learns about the world's first celebrity chef.
Wildfires are sweeping across southern France, as firefighters struggle to contain the flames. Fear is forcing many Russian dual citizens to think twice before traveling to Russia.
Allow the dancing waves of the sapphire ocean to inspire your practice as we focus on gentle stretches for the shoulders, neck and upper back, including moves to create more ease in the hips while using a chair for support.
Chris and Martin are determined to prove to Aviva that there's more to crocodiles than their reputation as scary brutes. They use an egg disguise, created by Aviva, to infiltrate a crocodile nest for an insider's look at the challenging journey of the infant crocs and their mom. Science Concept: Heat can be produced in many ways, and can move from one object to another by a process called conduction.
The Hunters set out on a family adventure halfway across the world in the Indonesian rainforest where they see a mysterious rain but no clouds! Together, the family works to piece together this weather mystery.
In this captivating tale, lion researcher Dr. Philip Stander follows three orphaned desert lion cubs as they navigate the harsh realities of survival in one of the world's most unforgiving places, Namibia's brutal Skeleton Coast. Stander's passion for these majestic creatures began 40 years ago, when he encountered a lone desert lioness on the Coast shores. But the desert lions soon disappeared from the region, and more than a decade later, he discovers a female cub called "Queen" whose life unlocks the survival secrets of desert lions. One day tragedy strikes the Queen's three granddaughters who become unexpectedly orphaned, and they embark on a harrowing journey through the empty desert facing starvation. Stander documents their every move, revealing the unique and complex relationship between land and marine predators.
Where did humans come from, and what makes us unique? Discover the remarkable origins of Homo sapiens, and the crucial moments of innovation, communication, and ritual that set us on our path.
Can seaweed and beavers help save the world? Miles O'Brien travels the country to meet the innovators using nature-based solutions to tackle climate change in surprising ways.
In Waldoboro, Maine, host Amy Traverso stops at a glamping resort and has a festive raclette dinner, then visits local landmarks Morse's Sauerkraut and Moody's Diner. In Mystic, Connecticut, host Richard Wiese finds out what gave the famous seaport its name and goes fishing. Finally, we tour Duparquet Copper Cookware, one of the few remaining makers of high-end copper cookware in North America.
As the Ice Age glaciers melted, prehistoric Europe bloomed with surprisingly sophisticated art. From Ireland to France, Scotland to the Greek Isles, we traverse that mystical world of mighty megaliths, torchlit cave paintings, magical goddesses, and wrinkled bog people. We stand in awe as a massive tomb is radiated by a dramatic beam of sunlight and listen to ritual horns that still play today.
Sevilla is the flamboyant city of Carmen and Don Juan. It's where bullfighting is still politically correct and where little girls dream of growing up to become flamenco dancers. Sevilla has soul-and we feel it in its lacy Moorish palace, massive cathedral, lavish royal tombs, labyrinthine Jewish quarter, and its people-filled streets. After munching tasty tapas, we head south for Andalusia's ultimate whitewashed hilltown, Arcos de la Frontera.
Internationally renowned turner, Pat Carroll takes over the Woodsmith Shop on this episode. He starts by making a round lidded box. The next step? Use a router at the lathe to carve the surface then add a decorative painted finish.
Jenn takes Swannanoa homeowners plant shopping and then helps with landscaping in North Asheville. Meanwhile, Kevin heads to Georgia for a carpet factory tour. Zack helps install a butcher block counter at Miah's.
It's a celebration in Western North Carolina as five families return to their homes after rebuilding from Hurricane Helene. The crew tours the houses and connects with each family. The location of the next project is revealed.
Nick Knowles joins Charles Courtenay, the 19th earl of Devon, as he tries to save Powderham Castle from destruction at the hands of the weather. Charlie, as he prefers to be known, is the 28th generation of Courtenays to live in this fabulous castle…. But years of neglect, and a very dodgy roof, have seen water streaming into the building endangering its incredible historic interiors. And a split oak beam threatens to collapse an entire four story tower. Nick follows the team of skilled and passionate artisans, as well as uncovering secrets of some of the castle’s more colorful custodians.
FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED: DESIGNING AMERICA tells the story of the man who made public parks an essential part of American life. Known as the father of American landscape architecture, Frederick Law Olmsted was co-designer of Central Park, head of the first Yosemite commission, leader of the campaign to protect Niagara Falls, designer of the U.S. Capitol Grounds, site planner for the Great White City of the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition, planner of Boston's "Emerald Necklace" of green space, as well as designer of park systems in many other cities. To Olmsted, a park was both a work of art and a necessity for urban life. His efforts to preserve nature created an "environmental ethic" decades before the environmental movement became a force in American politics.
Explore all 65 of Maine's coastal lighthouses in the hour-long documentary SAFE HARBORS: THE LIGHTHOUSES OF MAINE. This unique program takes you on an adventure, navigating 3,500 miles of rocky coastline from Calais to Kittery and everywhere in between in search of Maine's iconic beacons. It's the first time in more than 30 years that all of Maine's coastal lighthouses have been captured through aerial footage. SAFE HARBORS: THE LIGHTHOUSES OF MAINE is a must-see film for architectural aficionados and casual viewers alike!
Stanley McChrystal served in the U.S. Army for 34 years, rising to the rank of Four-Star General. He was the Commander of International Security Assistance Forces in Afghanistan and Joint Special Operations Command. His expertise in leadership has led to six books. He discusses his latest, On Character, and the choices we make that reflect who we are and define our lives.
Join author, activist and political commentator Margaret Hoover for a public affairs talk show that delivers a civil and engaging contest of ideas among the brightest minds and freshest voices from across the political spectrum.
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.
Simcoe ignites a political witch-hunt to weed out rebel conspirators in Setauket. Washington assigns Ben to a secret mission.
Mysterious financial losses lead the Post Office to fire and prosecute village Subpostmasters, who have no way to prove their innocence.
Alan Bates and the Subpostmasters begin their fight for the truth and justice with new allies in Parliament, but first, they must convince an independent investigator of their honesty.
The Great War is over and the long-awaited engagement of Lady Mary and Matthew is on, but all is not tranquil at Downton Abbey as wrenching social changes, romantic intrigues, and personal crises grip the majestic English country estate. Shirley MacLaine joins the much-loved cast, which includes Dame Maggie Smith, Elizabeth McGovern, Hugh Bonneville, Dan Stevens, Michelle Dockery, Jim Carter, Penelope Wilton and many others. "No family is ever what it seems from the outside," observes Smith's shrewd character. The Crawley family faces its severest test yet. Meanwhile, new faces try to fit into the tight-knit circle of servants. New evidence turns up in a baffling case.
Follow the dedicated investigators of the picturesque Austrian town of Kitzbuhel. They tackle complex criminal cases where secrets unravel and danger lurks behind every mountain vista. From Walter Presents.
Woodland Farm, Bourbon County Bison - Maggie and Lindsey visit Woodland Farm and Bourbon County Bison to learn about the history of bison and the benefits of its meat. Later, they fire up the grill for bison ribeye steaks and bison kebabs, served with tzatziki sauce. They also make a bison smash burger with a special sauce and fresh fixings.
Test cook Bryan Roof hits the road to Oregon and makes Grilled Mussels for host Julia Collin Davison. Toni Tipton-Martin celebrates the Texas Shrimp Diva. And test cook Lawman Johnson prepares One-Pot Shrimp Piccata Pasta for host Bridget Lancaster.
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.
Inez's extreme approach to carbs has left her not only feeling tired, but stressed from making separate meals for herself and her family. Ellie helps Inez bring balance to her home, by dispelling misinformation about carbs and sharing healthy recipes she can enjoy with her family. Recipes: Whole grain penne with chicken, Mushrooms and spinach, basil pesto with spaghetti squash, 3 Ingredient Recipe: Quinoa pilaf.
Dark and mysterious, this Bob Ross masterpiece is a beautiful example of a truly mood-filled seascape on black canvas.
Travel to the tropics with Bob Ross, stroll along island shores and drink in the soul cleansing beauty of the sea.
Get wowed by shocking finds from Shelburne Museum, including a 1999 Pokemon Card collection, Winold Reiss Morning Star mixed-media art, ca. 1934 and a Raymond Yard platinum & diamond Ring, ca. 1940. Guess the find that's up to $100,000!
This one-hour "best of Poland" special begins in Krakow, with a stunning square, historic castle, and nearby, communist-era Nowa Huta and Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp memorial. Then we head to bustling Warsaw for skyscrapers and Chopin, sample gingerbread in Torun, and ogle red-brick Malbork Castle. We finish in Gdansk with handsome Hanseatic townhouses and stirring Solidarity history.
Inez's extreme approach to carbs has left her not only feeling tired, but stressed from making separate meals for herself and her family. Ellie helps Inez bring balance to her home, by dispelling misinformation about carbs and sharing healthy recipes she can enjoy with her family. Recipes: Whole grain penne with chicken, Mushrooms and spinach, basil pesto with spaghetti squash, 3 Ingredient Recipe: Quinoa pilaf.
If I could have only one meal before I died, it would be pizza. I love the yeasty perfume of pizza baking, the spicy gravy smothered on top; the veggies, the crunch of the outer crust, the breadiness; the flavors. Nature's perfect food, in my view, began in Naples, so it's off we go to see how pizza became the food we love so much. Recipes: Calzone; Neapolitan Pizza; Florentine Apple Cake.
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White by the spa pool in beautiful Mexico. In this entry level standing and barre workout, Miranda will lead you through a series of exercises that will leave you feeling energized.
Relax in the beauty of the simple and peaceful rustic farm setting as you enjoy a total body stretch while using a chair for support. Includes gentle stretches for your chest, shoulders, hips, legs 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 illustrates the change of perspective if your eye level changes. Since the goal is to sketch and not create an architectural photograph, free hand is adequate without a ruler.
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! Boost your energy with this standing & floor workout filmed in sunny Bermuda! Miranda Esmonde-White combines leg, core, and back exercises to get your blood pumping, strengthen your entire body, and increase your overall energy!
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White by the spa pool in beautiful Mexico. In this entry level standing and barre workout, Miranda will lead you through a series of exercises that will leave you feeling energized.
We all love cheese - who doesn't? But there can be too much of a good thing. Ellie answers an SOS from a home where cheese has completely taken over the menu. Ellie, a self-proclaimed cheesehead herself, shows how to keep from going overboard with cheese and instead utilize its best assets - its great flavor and health benefits. Recipes: Skillet mac and cheese; Parmesan-crusted chicken breast ; Pan-steamed broccoli with lemon, garlic and parsley.
There's the family you're born into and the family you choose. It's a small group of people upon whom you depend and love you without condition. They created you and make you who you are in the world today. They're your home. For me, it's family over everything, so let's gather around the table and celebrate those we love. Recipes: Bucatini with Lentil Ragu; Borlotti Bean Soup with Escarole; and Tomatoes; Pasta and Potatoes.
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 takes inspiration from the earth, including a visit to a family farm, creating a berm for managing rainfall, and arranging flowers from the garden.
Master Gardener Tom Mashour shows how to start fall vegetable seeds indoors. Also, Bill Colvard gives tips for growing figs.
Chris and Paul start the new season by exploring Iceland, an island nation in the North Atlantic. They dive into its rugged and unique landscapes, from icebergs on black sand at Diamond Beach to a fresh lava field. Their adventure even takes them into the Highlands near Europe's largest glacier for an unexpected thrill.
Paul and Chris journey into Iceland's majestic, uninhabited interior, focusing on the vast scale and power of the landscape. They photograph glacial features, imposing mountain ranges, and roaring waterfalls, capturing the dramatic interplay of elements that define Iceland's iconic environment.
Just as rugged and beautiful as the more famous Tetons to the north, the Wind River Mountains offered plenty of photography and adventure for the View Finders, including a horseback ride they won't soon forget.
There are few places more historic than Savannah, and its beauty is just as captivating. Chris and Paul not only explore the picturesque downtown, but they find themselves exploring an island, a lighthouse, and a historic plantation.
The View Finders head to New Mexico to photograph Vermejo, a stunning Ted Turner Reserve that occupies over 550,000 acres outside of Taos. They also spend time with the Captain Planet Foundation and some students who want to create positive change for the Earth.
The Blue Ridge Parkway is arguably the most famous road in North America. It offers unrestricted views of the Appalachian mountains, along with plenty of hiking and waterfalls. Chris and Paul find almost endless photos during their adventures, along with a fair bit of education.
The View Finders continue their exploration of the Blue Ridge Parkway, which greets them with simply stunning light at sunset and sunrise. However it might be their hike to the top of picturesque Black Balsam Knob that they remember the most.
Chris and Paul hike the geological marvel that is Tallulah Gorge. Over 1,000 steps were grueling in the heat, but their images were worth it, as well as what they learned about along the way.
Chris and Paul explore the towering beauty of the Tetons in Wyoming, where they raft the Snake River, hike to hidden locations, and learn about conservation efforts to help protect this piece of western paradise.
Paul and Chris explore Ted Turner's Ladder Reserve in New Mexico, seeking unique compositions in the rugged landscape. They capture the American West's stark beauty, tracking from desert sunrise to sunset. They connect with wildlife experts to discuss vital conservation work focused on endangered species protection, celebrating a modern approach to preserving America's wild heritage.
This time on Louisiana Coastal Cooking we head to Thibodaux to tour the Nicholls State University Farm which supports coastal restoration. Then we join a Cajun Music Jam session for traditional music and dancing. Dishes include Game Bird Pepper Poppers prepared dockside by Louisiana Sportsman Don Dubuc, and a family recipe from St. James Parish, Carrots and Andouille with Dirty Rice.
How do you achieve a diet where plant-based foods outweigh meat? How do you take a meat-centric plate and shift things around so that vegetables take up the prominent place and meat plays a secondary role? And how do you take plant-based natural ingredients, such as nuts, and use them in a way that emulates the texture and craveability of meat? Diane and her son Yiorgos explore the geography of the dinner plate by recreating classic Greek recipes for meat with, well, less of it!
The Morey family puts together an annual outdoor feast on the barrier islands. This year, Carrie shows us how she prepares oyster pie with her aunt, makes a mess with a British guest, and passes a family recipe to her youngest daughter, Sarah. Then, on the bluffs over the river, under mossy oak trees, the family gives thanks.
On this episode of Simply Min, Chef Tsai is cooking sushi, home style. He starts by cooking Many Maki Rolls, with toasted nori, fresh fish, poached shrimp and avocado. Nothing better to accompany the delicious sushi than a Sake Royal made with Junmai sake and cassis, and a non-alcoholic Cassis-Lime Spritzer.
Location: New York, NY Restaurant: Hearth. Tim Ferriss is an entrepreneur, author, podcast host and angel investor who has been instrumental in defining the "modern American dream" for a generation. He rose to fame after his book, The 4-Hour Work Week, became a New York Times best-seller and international sensation...and lead to three other books along the same theme. Tim has become a thought-leader and an expert on how to live more efficiently and maximize time and happiness. His many businesses and "angel investing" have given him the freedom and time to explore subjects most interesting to him and pass on his knowledge to others. At a table from his favorite NYC haunt, Hearth, Tim shares his incredible journey to live a life "outside the norm" and then shares what he's learned with his millions of followers.
Bridget Lancaster shows Julia Collin Davison how to make an authentic version of a Basque favorite, garlic fried chicken. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top pick for budget-friendly Dutch ovens. Test cook Ashley Moore shows Bridget how to make the ultimate crispy parmesan potatoes.
Visit the Green Mountain State for colorful finds, like a women's Rolex gold & diamond bracelet watch, an American Girl Barbie & wardrobe, ca. 1965, and a schoolgirl needlework, ca. 1740. Can you guess which one is $50,000 to $125,000?
Chris and Paul start the new season by exploring Iceland, an island nation in the North Atlantic. They dive into its rugged and unique landscapes, from icebergs on black sand at Diamond Beach to a fresh lava field. Their adventure even takes them into the Highlands near Europe's largest glacier for an unexpected thrill.
Paul and Chris journey into Iceland's majestic, uninhabited interior, focusing on the vast scale and power of the landscape. They photograph glacial features, imposing mountain ranges, and roaring waterfalls, capturing the dramatic interplay of elements that define Iceland's iconic environment.
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 today's episode, the adventurous chef Sigrid joins Arne and Stig in Finse. Follow the team as they traverse from the snowy peaks of the Hardanger plateau down to Ulvik on mountain skis, navigating through a winter wonderland. Experience the transition from the majestic mountains to the blooming fjord valley of Hardanger in Spring.
Come along and meet the renowned Chef Massimo Spigaroli, who makes one of the most coveted and revered cured hams in the world. Share an insider's tour of the farm, restaurant and the esteemed cellar at Antica Corte Pallavicina. Back at home, in honor of everything Italian, Joanne creates a modern Italian dinner board perfect for a family dinner. Recipes: Porchetta Meatballs; Black Rice and Arugula Pesto Salad; Balsamic Tomato Dipping Sauce.
With 60% of the world's population in cities, urban spaces are more crowded than ever. From New York to Kolkata, discover the surprising and beneficial ways urban wildlife is transforming our concrete jungles into thriving, shared ecosystems.
Despite the loss of 90% of the world's grasslands on some continents, a new wave of optimism is rising. From Kenya to Mexico, witness how people and wildlife are finding a harmonious balance in Earth's most vulnerable landscapes.
For thirty years, camera operators in Kenya have followed one incredible pride of lions. The fates and fortunes of this family have been broadcast worldwide and touched the lives of millions. Now for the first time, the story of the lioness at the heart of this dynasty is being told. Hers is an epic tale of strength and survival in a place where lions and humans are increasingly at odds. This groundbreaking film introduces a new form of natural history storytelling. For the first time, her life will be told in 360 degrees by those who filmed her, those who protected her and those who wanted her dead. Bibi is more than just a lion. She is a powerful symbol of nature's fight for survival in a crowded world
UNDERDOGS follows three minimum-security prisoners as they care for and train homeless dogs with behavioral issues that have made them, until now, unadoptable. Through positive reinforcement training, a method that uses clear and consistent communication, the lives of both the inmates and the dogs are changed. DUIs, drug use, embezzlement, and other non-violent offenses landed these minimum-security inmates in county jail. This half-hour documentary explores the inmates' journey back to society, and follows the path of four strays toward their forever home.
Discover how a new awareness of nature is helping to restore ecosystems from Panama to China to Mozambique. See how innovative actions are being taken to repair man-made damage and restore reefs, rivers, animal populations and more.
Southwestern New Hampshire's iconic Mount Monadnock attracts visitors from all over the world. It has inspired artists, athletes and nature lovers for millennia. This film explores the reasons why.
This week on ON STORY, we'll speak with Emmy-winning writer Cord Jefferson about writing and directing his debut feature, the biting, witty, cerebral satire AMERICAN FICTION.
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 Toronto, Canada, host Alexander Heffner interviews Mayor Olivia Chow.
Wildfires are sweeping across southern France, as firefighters struggle to contain the flames. Fear is forcing many Russian dual citizens to think twice before traveling to Russia.
Dengue is one of the world's fastest-growing mosquito-borne diseases. Indonesia is fighting back with an unlikely ally: mosquitoes.
For thirty years, camera operators in Kenya have followed one incredible pride of lions. The fates and fortunes of this family have been broadcast worldwide and touched the lives of millions. Now for the first time, the story of the lioness at the heart of this dynasty is being told. Hers is an epic tale of strength and survival in a place where lions and humans are increasingly at odds. This groundbreaking film introduces a new form of natural history storytelling. For the first time, her life will be told in 360 degrees by those who filmed her, those who protected her and those who wanted her dead. Bibi is more than just a lion. She is a powerful symbol of nature's fight for survival in a crowded world
UNDERDOGS follows three minimum-security prisoners as they care for and train homeless dogs with behavioral issues that have made them, until now, unadoptable. Through positive reinforcement training, a method that uses clear and consistent communication, the lives of both the inmates and the dogs are changed. DUIs, drug use, embezzlement, and other non-violent offenses landed these minimum-security inmates in county jail. This half-hour documentary explores the inmates' journey back to society, and follows the path of four strays toward their forever home.
Archaeologist and historian Dr. Cheryl LaRoche joins The Chavis Chronicles to discuss her latest book, Apostle of Liberation: AME Bishop Paul Quinn and the Underground Railroad. She uncovers Quinn's pivotal yet overlooked role in freedom movements, revealing the landscapes, artifacts, and stories that reshape our understanding of America's path to liberation.
who was shot to death after being pulled over by a Mount Pleasant police officer for riding a bicycle with no headlights. Laura Flanders sits down with the directors of CYCLE, an Ty'rese West, an 18-year-old Black teenager from Racine, Wisconsin investigative feature documentary that focuses on the 2019 killing of
In a quickly evolving state, a look at one's roots can sometimes bring clarity and reinvention. In this episode, we explore an indigenous cultural site reinventing itself in the wake of natural disaster, a pair of chefs reintroducing traditional Mexican tortillas to the state, and a punk band with a turbulent history reuniting and reentering the spotlight.
Saddle up! And join us on a cattle drive across the wide open spaces of the American West. We'll join a Utah ranching family as they move their cattle from winter grazing land to summer pasture. It's dusty... and dirty...and a life changing experience for these city slickers... who've left urban life behind to spend some time on horseback... ridin', ropin', and eating and sleeping under the night sky.
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.
Driven by compassion, empathy and professionalism, Mansfield Funeral Home and Cremations is setting a new standard in the funeral home industry with founder Kristy setting countless first in her field.
In Toronto, Canada, host Alexander Heffner interviews Mayor Olivia Chow.
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'll speak with Emmy-winning writer Cord Jefferson about writing and directing his debut feature, the biting, witty, cerebral satire AMERICAN FICTION.
For thirty years, camera operators in Kenya have followed one incredible pride of lions. The fates and fortunes of this family have been broadcast worldwide and touched the lives of millions. Now for the first time, the story of the lioness at the heart of this dynasty is being told. Hers is an epic tale of strength and survival in a place where lions and humans are increasingly at odds. This groundbreaking film introduces a new form of natural history storytelling. For the first time, her life will be told in 360 degrees by those who filmed her, those who protected her and those who wanted her dead. Bibi is more than just a lion. She is a powerful symbol of nature's fight for survival in a crowded world
UNDERDOGS follows three minimum-security prisoners as they care for and train homeless dogs with behavioral issues that have made them, until now, unadoptable. Through positive reinforcement training, a method that uses clear and consistent communication, the lives of both the inmates and the dogs are changed. DUIs, drug use, embezzlement, and other non-violent offenses landed these minimum-security inmates in county jail. This half-hour documentary explores the inmates' journey back to society, and follows the path of four strays toward their forever home.
A bloody accident at the sawmill sets off a political firestorm.
In this captivating tale, lion researcher Dr. Philip Stander follows three orphaned desert lion cubs as they navigate the harsh realities of survival in one of the world's most unforgiving places, Namibia's brutal Skeleton Coast. Stander's passion for these majestic creatures began 40 years ago, when he encountered a lone desert lioness on the Coast shores. But the desert lions soon disappeared from the region, and more than a decade later, he discovers a female cub called "Queen" whose life unlocks the survival secrets of desert lions. One day tragedy strikes the Queen's three granddaughters who become unexpectedly orphaned, and they embark on a harrowing journey through the empty desert facing starvation. Stander documents their every move, revealing the unique and complex relationship between land and marine predators.
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. traces the family trees of talk show host Sara Haines and playwright Tracy Letts - traveling from frontier towns in the American west to surprising places in the east, revealing the complexity at our nation's core.
Celebrate the life and career of legendary actor Dick Van Dyke on his 100th birthday. Known for films like Bye Bye Birdie, Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, TV show Diagnosis Murder and his classic CBS sitcom, Van Dyke has delighted audiences on screen and stage for eight decades. Featuring never-before-seen footage, photos and home movies that detail Van Dyke's extraordinary showbiz legacy.
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.
When Mighty Mountain's school building gets flooded, the Lakewood Elementary students have to share everything with them: their classroom, their cafeteria food, and even their science fair secrets! / The Internet is out! How will Muffy post to her blog?! How will Buster research aliens?! Uh oh, looks like the gang will be stuck with the most boring day ever.
End of the Road - The Mobile Unit heads to Australia to stop The Shadow from causing world-wide oddness. Curriculum: Patterns and Coordinate Mapping.
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.
When the Wild Kratts team gets an alert from a Wild Kratts kid that an injured endangered Florida Panther was just spotted off the Alligator Alley highway, the team springs into rescue mode.
Inspired by their father's weather broadcasts, Lily, Corky, and Benny attempt to film their own. They soon learn, however, that there is a complex science behind the forecasts, and the tools for it are in Great Grandpa Wallace's workshop.
A compilation of three comedic shorts that feature Buzz and Delete using subtraction to catch smirbles on the loose, break a cyber world record, and help Hacker's niece with a big math problem.
Pack it! Stack it! Match it! Join in for three Cyberspace adventures where Buzz, Delete, Digit, Widget, and the CyberSquad use weight to save the day.
Molly's family goes on an epic river trip to a traditional Gwich'in village to celebrate their late Grandma Catherine. Getting there won't be easy. Molly will need to listen to the land and connect with her culture to get them there safely.
A popular new restaurant in Castleblanca serves delicious meals, but all the residents have become cranky and tired. The CyberSquad quickly learns the restaurant's food is unhealthy...and Hacker is behind it all. To get Hacker to stop making his unhealthy food, Digit challenges him to a cook-off. But if Hacker wins, the kids must leave Cyberspace forever! Who will win the hearts--and stomachs!--of Castleblanca? Big idea: Eat a balanced mix of food at meal times to keep your body healthy. Math concepts: Data Representation/Pie Charts.
How Come the Moon Changes Shape? - When Jet, Sydney, and Sean have a hard time trying to explain the phases of the Moon to Mindy, Jet's parents, Celery and Carrot, offer to fly them out to space so they can see how the Moon changes shape depending on perspective. Curriculum: The Moon changes shape depending on its position relative to the Earth and Sun. Night of a Bazillion Stars - Jet, Sydney, and Sean decide to have a sleepover in Jet's backyard. They use Sean's telescope to look at the night sky and learn why stars twinkle and planets don't. Curriculum: Star and planet gazing. Stars twinkle because of turbulence in the atmosphere of the Earth. Planets do not twinkle the way stars do.
Up Pup and Away! Emily Elizabeth has made a big surprise gift for her Aunt Violet: drawings of all the cherished moments they've shared together folded into paper airplanes. But, when Aunt Violet flies to Birdwell Island, the propellers on her seaplane send all the tiny paper planes scattering! Aboard their Big Red Airplane (Clifford), Violet and Emily Elizabeth go on a search for all the missing planes and make a brand new cherished memory in the process. Abra-Ca-lifford! When Emily Elizabeth's dad shares his old magic set with her and Clifford, the two friends decide to become magicians! As they practice new tricks (with mixed results), Samantha asks Emily Elizabeth to take care of Shelly, her pet hermit crab for the day. But, when Shelly REALLY disappears, Enchanted Emily Elizabeth and The Great Cliffini need to learn how to make her reappear! And fast!
"Where Have All the Lizards Gone?" - The Conductor takes the Pteranodon Family for a special trip to Lizard Island, where they discover that it's been overrun by plants and bugs, and there are few precious lizards left. The Conductor concludes that the Changyuraptor Family (that he dropped off there awhile ago, and has since multiplied) has been eating all the lizards and throwing the entire ecosystem out of balance. Can the Pteranodon Family and Mr. Conductor convince the Changyuraptor Family to leave their home in order to get the island ecosystem back in balance? Educational Objectives: Ecosystems thrive only when all the plants and animals are in balance with one another. But too much of one thing, and not enough of another, can have disastrous consequences. "Conductor's Sleepover" - With a hurricane looming, the Pteranodon Family convinces the Conductor to leave his train for the night and come with them to the safety of their hurricane shelter (a large, underground cave). But the Conductor has a hard time getting comfortable away from his train. Can the family and the Conductor pull together and help a family of beached Ichthyosaurs back into the ocean after the hurricane leaves them beached on the shore? Educational Objectives: Hurricanes (and other storms) often have major effects on both ocean and land animals, causing animals to change their behaviors, and sometimes resulting in devastation of coastal ecosystems.
When entering a song writing contest, Pinkalicious and Jasmine's lyrics are just too funny - they develop the case of the giggles! / Pinkalicious and her friends paint rocks for each other, but no one knows who painted what!
The Circus Problem - The Circus. When Peg and Cat find themselves in the center ring, they climb, swing, swoop and juggle their way over amazing heights and lengths. Primary Content: Measuring height, measuring length; Secondary Content: Counting by twos. The Buried Treasure Problem - Pirate Island. Peg and Cat measure their way to buried treasure using Cat as a measuring stick! Primary Content: Non-standard units of measurement; Secondary Content: Mapping.
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Phoebe, Jay, and Lupe get to practice their fire safety plan when the Fire Inspector visits Tobsy Towers. Phoebe and Jay are sent to buy juice from Mr. Aguilar, but when it goes awry, they must find a solution.
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?
What's a super sleepy Ellie to do, besides stumble around groggily and talk to bushes? The storytellers of her favorite sleepy time radio show are on vacation, so she's having trouble falling asleep! Zadie decides to come up with a soothing story just for Ellie, a story about a dragon who loves pizza; Malik and Zeke volunteer to help provide the relaxing sound effects. Guess what? It works! / When Super's favorite mug smashes into a bunch of pieces, the Wombats decide to fix it so Super won't be too sad. Sticky tape doesn't work, sticky taffy doesn't work, but Mr. E's Ooey Gooey Goo, shells and gold paint - plus a whole lotta love - do the trick!
The Tiger Family is heading out on a road trip to Grandpere's house! At first, Daniel doesn't know what to expect on the ride, but when Mom Tiger gives him a helpful map, he learns that there are so many exciting things to do and see when you're on a trip with your family. Strategy: There are so many things to do and see, when you're on a trip with your family.
A New Friend at School - Daniel can't wait to race the crafty car he made at school with Prince Wednesday! But Prince Wednesday is busy playing with Jodi now. Is Prince Wednesday still Daniel's friend? Of course he is! A New Friend at the Playground - Daniel and Miss Elaina are playing together at the park. When their new friend Jodi shows up to play, Daniel worries that Miss Elaina likes Jodi more than him, but then Daniel is reminded that they're all still friends.
Carl stretches the limits of honesty when he gets a universal screwdriver for his birthday. / When a storm creates a hole in the walkway to his house, Carl wants it fixed, until he discovers his friends have turned it into something magical.
A hole in the roof means George and the Man with the Yellow Hat must sleep in the living room while their bedrooms are being repaired. But their adventure quickly turns into a disaster when George's nightly trips to the kitchen keep the Man awake at night. Can George figure out a way to quietly find his way to the refrigerator in the dark? George and Hundley are amazed by all the flying machines at the museum's aviation exhibit. So when Hundley's souvenir airship flies out of reach in the lobby, he dreams he is British flying ace, Leftenant Doxie. Joined by the daring flyboy Chuck Monkey, the dynamic duo use propeller power as they race towards the finish line. When Hundley awakens from his dream, he has a few new ideas on how to get his ceiling bound toy within reach.
Donkey and Panda's snow snurdle is melting! Trolley helps them bring it to Someplace Cold, but can they get past the Puzzling Penguin in time?/The pals can't fit everyone in Panda's ship for a party back on Planet Purple. What else can they do?
Milo, Lofty and Lark know how important delivery drivers are to lots of people so they are polite and friendly. But trying to please everyone leads to one customer being disappointed can the three friends deliver just what the customer ordered?
The kids try to determine what the weather will be like during Animal Town's parade. / Olive must figure out what has given her the hiccups before the curtains open for their big play.
Rosie and Papa switch roles for the day, but it's a little trickier than they thought. / For Valentine's Day, Rosie tries to make a family tree by putting her family in a real tree.
And a 1, and a 2 and a 1, 2, 3! The kids are playing in the school band, but Red doesn't know what instrument to play! The super readers soar into the book Monty's Adventures in Music Town and meet a loveable monster named Monty who has the very same problem. Will the super readers be able to help Monty pick an instrument before the big show, or will their efforts fall flat? Educational Objectives: To learn some basic music concepts. Young viewers will catch the alphabet, rhyme with OW words, find out what the word "woodwind" means, and use the power to read to change the story.
Inspired by the best-selling kids book series, Ordinary People Change the World, by New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer and illustrator Christopher Eliopoulos, XAVIER RIDDLE AND THE SECRET MUSEUM follows the adventures of Xavier, Yadina and Brad as they tackle everyday problems by doing something extraordinary: traveling back in time to learn from real-life inspirational figures like Marie Curie, Harriet Tubman and Jackie Robinson when they were kids. Each adventure will help young viewers make the connection between the skills that made these historical figures heroes and those same qualities within themselves, helping them discover that they, too, can change the world.
A troublesome goose is pestering all of Qyah, even preventing an event outside the library! Molly and Trini learn more about geese and figure out how they can humanely get the goose to find another home. / When Mr. Patak goes out of town, his whistle disappears under Molly and Tooey's watch! With Khi's help, Molly searches for the missing whistle while Tooey tries to carve a new one before Mr. Patak comes back!
When Alma is elected mayor of Cardboard City, she promises to help the city run smoothly. But when Cardboard City's citizens start to feel unhappy with Alma's rule-making, she has to figure out how to make rules that are fair to everyone./Alma and Junior want to help out in a big way, but, after trial and error, they discover it's the little acts of kindness that make the biggest difference.
Liana accidentally submits art that Stu made and she feels guilty taking the credit for Stu's work. / Lyla and Luke perform an "Anansi" folktale puppet show for a Jamaica Day celebration in the neighborhood.
"Just Desserts" Arthur has a hard time resisting sweets, and one evening his overindulgence wins him an upset stomach and a series of rather "Grimm" dreams_ starring Mr. Ratburn as a child-eating witch, the Tibbles as seven dwarves, and a fearsome giant made entirely of food! "The Big Dig" Arthur and D.W. used to love it when Grandpa Dave came to visit _ but now he only wants to sleep and play checkers. Then one day Grandpa Dave shares a secret map, and Arthur and D.W. hunt for a buried treasure and discover some family history.
Music of Sound - The Mobile Unit must convince Soundcheck to get back together again. Curriculum: Venn Diagrams, Sound.
A twister surprises the Tortuga in flight - and all the gang abandons ship and gets separated out on the prairie. While searching for each other, the Wild Kratts Team discovers the amazing species that inhabit the Prairie.
Martin and Chris discover a hermit crab on the beach and soon the Wild Kratts team is exploring the amazing world of this shell changing creature.
After Corky is selected by her school to present during a science day celebration, she decides to interview the Leaf Painter. But as Corky sets out to make her video, unexpected humidity threatens to jeopardize her important video.
A compilation of three comedic shorts that feature Buzz and Delete using subtraction to catch smirbles on the loose, break a cyber world record, and help Hacker's niece with a big math problem.
Pack it! Stack it! Match it! Join in for three Cyberspace adventures where Buzz, Delete, Digit, Widget, and the CyberSquad use weight to save the day.
Molly's family goes on an epic river trip to a traditional Gwich'in village to celebrate their late Grandma Catherine. Getting there won't be easy. Molly will need to listen to the land and connect with her culture to get them there safely.
The citizens of Factoria have been put back to work at a toy factory where they get free meals. The problem? The benefactor is none other than Hacker, and the meals all come from vending machines. The CyberSquad and their new friend--a little Factorian girl named Zoreen--suspect Hacker is up to no good, and they discover he's not making toys, but spy planes! To get the Factorians out of Hacker's clutches, the CyberSquad must show them how to grow their own food. Can they put Hacker out of business for good? Big idea: Delicious, healthful vegetables don't just come from the store. They grow from seeds - and you can grow (and eat) them yourself! Math concept: Area.
"Tour of the Solar System" - Jet attempts to play the "Solar System" game with Sean, Sydney, and Mindy, but the kids don't quite understand which planets go where. Celery, Jet's mom, takes them on a tour of the solar system and introduces each of the eight planets. Curriculum: The sun is at the center of our solar system, and everything else revolves around it. The sun, planets, dwarf planets, moons, and different kinds of space rocks like asteroids and comets are all part of our solar system. "Jet Cooks Dinner" - Sydney, Mindy, Sunspot, and Sean help Jet cook a classic meal from Bortron 7 for his parents, Celery and Carrot. After some funny attempts, the kids find that using the Scientific Method works best to get the meal done in time. Curriculum: "Failure is not the opposite of success; failure is a stepping stone to success." This attitude can be applied to cooking as well as scientific discoveries!
And a 1, and a 2 and a 1, 2, 3! The kids are playing in the school band, but Red doesn't know what instrument to play! The super readers soar into the book Monty's Adventures in Music Town and meet a loveable monster named Monty who has the very same problem. Will the super readers be able to help Monty pick an instrument before the big show, or will their efforts fall flat? Educational Objectives: To learn some basic music concepts. Young viewers will catch the alphabet, rhyme with OW words, find out what the word "woodwind" means, and use the power to read to change the story.
Inspired by the best-selling kids book series, Ordinary People Change the World, by New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer and illustrator Christopher Eliopoulos, XAVIER RIDDLE AND THE SECRET MUSEUM follows the adventures of Xavier, Yadina and Brad as they tackle everyday problems by doing something extraordinary: traveling back in time to learn from real-life inspirational figures like Marie Curie, Harriet Tubman and Jackie Robinson when they were kids. Each adventure will help young viewers make the connection between the skills that made these historical figures heroes and those same qualities within themselves, helping them discover that they, too, can change the world.
A troublesome goose is pestering all of Qyah, even preventing an event outside the library! Molly and Trini learn more about geese and figure out how they can humanely get the goose to find another home. / When Mr. Patak goes out of town, his whistle disappears under Molly and Tooey's watch! With Khi's help, Molly searches for the missing whistle while Tooey tries to carve a new one before Mr. Patak comes back!
When Alma is elected mayor of Cardboard City, she promises to help the city run smoothly. But when Cardboard City's citizens start to feel unhappy with Alma's rule-making, she has to figure out how to make rules that are fair to everyone./Alma and Junior want to help out in a big way, but, after trial and error, they discover it's the little acts of kindness that make the biggest difference.