PBS NewsHour provides in-depth analysis of current events with a news summary, live studio interviews and discussions of domestic and international issues. Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett co-anchor.
Examine the global issues, domestic news and trends impacting the world. Christiane Amanpour leads conversations with thought leaders and influencers.
An incredible 89 curtain calls provide an enduring testament to the ballet history that was written at the Vienna State Opera on October 15, 1964. The event was a performance of Swan Lake choreographed by Russian dancer Rudolf Nureyev, who also took on the lead male role of the Prince; his partner was the great British prima ballerina Margot Fonteyn. In his novel interpretation of this iconic favorite of classical ballet, Nureyev revolutionized the role of the male dancer, seeking to be Fonteyn's equal counterpart. This fascinating behind the scenes film features extensive excerpts from the legendary production, which was captured for posterity two years after its 1964 stage premiere. In new interviews, dancers Michael Birkmeyer and Gisela Cech, who danced alongside Nureyev at the premiere of Swan Lake, share personal insights on Nureyev's peerless virtuosity as well as his mercurial off-stage personality, while contemporary experts look back at Nureyev groundbreaking technique from a modern-day perspective.
From rising star to celebrated musical master, this remastered portrait captures the early brilliance and charisma of Israeli-American violinist and conductor Pinchas Zukerman, whose legacy continues to inspire after more than five decades.
Desperate to raise money for the new Velvet collection, Alberto bets Velvet in a poker game. Cristina won't give up, despite having the papers to annul her marriage. Clara discovers signs of Barbara in Mateo's home.
How do you begin tough but necessary talks about aging and future care? Host Cathleen Toomey speaks with Rani Snyder, president of The John A. Hartford Foundation, about easing tension, building understanding, and opening conversations with compassion - offering real stories and practical guidance for families.
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.
Bask in the serene river falls setting as we gently stretch and lengthen the spine in a full range of motion. Including stretches to help move the energy, releasing tension while creating more ease in the shoulders and upper back using a chair for support.
As they prepare for a creature costume party, the Wild Kratts team begins to notice all sorts of strange things happening in the Tortuga HQ. Jimmy is sure there is a ghost or monster living with them, but the Kratt brothers are convinced it's some kind of creature. When the gang sets out to discover who is causing all the trouble, they discover that certain animals gravitate towards human habitation because it provides food and protection from predators.
The Hunters venture into the desert to investigate a weather mystery surrounding massive rocks that seemingly move all on their own. Settling on two theories, the Hunters set up camp in the desert hoping to uncover the truth.
Rae becomes a Building Inspector, checking every detail to make sure Skillsville's new art museum is safe for visitors. / As a Museum Conservator, Dev must stay focused to clean, restore and display a delicate artifact.
MotorWeek, television's longest running automotive series, is in its third decade of reviewing cars, trucks and utilities spanning the needs and dreams of a broad spectrum of buyers. From pure-electric to pure performance, MotorWeek looks at factors mattering most to consumers. But, MotorWeek is more than just a show about new cars. It's also about keeping the car you own running, and keeping pace with the latest automotive lifestyle trends as America continues its love affair with cars.
Travel the world to meet gifted artisans who pour passion and skill into timeless products made with love. From Ireland to Italy, the series showcases the landscapes and rich culture of each country and introduces the people who stay true to the artistry that shaped their lives, proudly passing their craft to the next generation.
Feel the sweet relief of a lavender-scented cold pack on your allergy-affected eyes. Maelynn Wood joins Sara Gallegos to show constructing a lavender-and-flax filled pillow, from quilting the outside with a walking foot to constructing the envelope back. This quick project is the quilter's answer to allergies, perfect for a gift or a treat for yourself!
Today's episode of Quilting Arts TV two different artists demonstrate approaches to stitching from real-life imagery. In the first segment, Kestrel Michaud instructs you on creating photo-realistic subject matter by identifying and creating the highlight, midtone, and shadows. Next, Judith Ahlborn uses travel photos to show her method for editing her photos-from cropping to filters-before ultimately stitching on the fabric picture. Learn techniques that will get you stitching realistically on this episode of Quilting Arts!
Katie Lila teams up with a custom builder to transform his latest treehouse into a floral wonderland.
Diversity is growing in our grocery aisles, proving there is real demand for authentic global flavors in the American diet. Filmmaker Liza deGuia goes behind the scenes with Mama Lam's, New York Shuk, and Oyamada Onigiri, three craft brands bringing their ethnic flavors to a much wider audience.
In Coahuila, wine was once made for the Spanish Crown, and today the same winery creates some of Mexico's most beloved wines. Pati visits Casa Madero in the town of Parras, where she discovers fascinating stories that reach back to ancient indigenous legends. Then, she visits the Chavez family to taste their traditional Mexican sweets, lovingly made by hand. Recipes: . Mole de Pinon con Pollo al Horno Pine Nut Mole with Roasted Chicken . Arroz con Datiles y Chabacanos. Rice with Dates and Apricots.
Milk Street showcases three beef recipes that will change the way you cook. First, Christopher Kimball whips up a Sugar Steak with Rosemary Pan Sauce. Then, Bianca Borges uses a sheet pan to make weeknight friendly Turkish Beef and Pistachio Kebabs. Finally, Rosemary Gill uses a handful of ultra-flavorful ingredients to prepare Beer-Braised Short Ribs with Mustard and Dill.
Hosted by Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison, Cook's Country features the best regional home cooking in the country and relies on the same practical, no-nonsense food approach that has made Cook's Country magazine so successful. Cook's Country is where family-friendly recipes from every corner of America are reimagined for home cooks everywhere.
AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN FROM COOK'S ILLUSTRATED uses a common-sense, practical approach to solve everyday cooking problems and save viewers time and money. Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison lead a team of dedicated test kitchen cooks to reveal the basics of foolproof home cooking while preparing dozens of exhaustively tested recipes. The series also features the popular segments viewers know and love. In "The Tasting Lab," expert Jack Bishop puts supermarket staples to the test before revealing the series' top food recommendations. Then, equipment tester Adam Ried takes viewers through an exhaustive and unbiased search for the best kitchen items in "Equipment Corner." Meanwhile, in "Gadgets Galore," Lisa McManus reviews her favorite gadgets and reveals which ones are worth the cost-or not.
Part Four explores the people and institutions that push boundaries. Starting with education, we take an engrossing journey through the philosophy of John Dewey, leading to the hands-on style of Goddard College, the Putney School, and the inseparable connection between education and democracy. We explore other progressive movements: Vermont's famous Billboard law and Act 250, cultural movements such as Bread and Puppet Theater and finally Vermont's groundbreaking civil union law and gay6 marriage. Democracy at work - differing voices, different points of view.
Kevin and Zack visit the primary bathroom where they are framing the shower walls for subway tile. Architect Dan Kopec brings the plans to life at full 1-to-1 scale, and Richard installs a space-saving wall-hung toilet in a tight new half bath.
The Boreal Forest of Northern Canada is a vast tract of wilderness stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific. It is home to moose and beaver, crisscrossed by rivers and lakes and frost-free for only about three months of the year. Stroud intentionally tips his canoe in mid-stream and crawls from the icy waters onto shore.
In Naples, Florida, swamp buggy racing is a living tradition born from pioneers who built vehicles to navigate the Everglades. Invented by machinist Ed Frank around the 1920s and refined after WWII with leftover airplane tires and Jeep parts, hunting buggies evolved into racing buggies, with official races starting in 1949 - a unique and vibrant tradition that continues today. Featuring iconic drivers, vintage footage and historic race highlights, the film captures the sport's evolution, culture and legacy.
As the school board elections reach a crescendo, the conflict gets personal. Amid brief moments of connection, students and parents alike suffer bullying, threats, and isolation, while activists take their battles to a national stage. Election night comes at last, and the community gathers, terrified and hopeful, to hear the results.
Join award-winning journalists every Friday night in a robust roundtable discussion of the week's major national news stories.
Dive into the world of science, health, technology, and environmental issues making headlines each week, hosted by PBS News Hour's William Brangham, with in-depth discussions featuring leading experts and professionals.
Hyacinth borrows a holiday cottage in the country for the weekend and plans a small barbecue. Small, that is, only by comparison with the planning efforts used by Churchill in the last war.
Will weekends in the country give Lionel and Jean a chance to get away from it all, now that they are no longer beholden to the 'gang'?
The team enters the world of surfing when DI Goodman is convinced that there's more to the murder of a surf instructor than meets the eye. Dwayne works hard to impress the new sergeant.
Disillusioned with her work at MI6, spy Sylvia Fox travels to Italy for the wedding of her niece. Although her relationship with her sister, Isabel, is troubled, Sylvia is welcomed warmly by her family. But when the groom goes missing, leaving a dead woman behind, Sylvia feels compelled to investigate. The trail leads her from an empty pizza box and stolen children's book to a deadly showdown.
On a film set, an actor dies from fake bullets. Astrid and Raphaelle suspect a vengeful director lashing out at the man his wife was having an affair with, but is there more to the plot?
Grammy-nominated R&B singer-songwriter Ari Lennox brings her soulful vocals, effortless groove and magnetic presence to ACL. She performs highlights from her acclaimed album Vacancy alongside fan favorites "Soft Girl Era" and "Shea Butter Baby."
When Lidia was a child, ricotta had many uses in the kitchen, from appetizers, to pasta, to stuffings, to baked desserts. In this episode, Lidia plans a meal using ricotta in all its versatile glory. To start, Easy Bruschetta using three ingredients or less, Lidia makes a delicious appetizer with her grandson Miles. Then Lidia makes a much-loved classic baked pasta, Crespelle Manicotti, filled with a spinach ricotta stuffing. And for a sweet finish, the family's favorite Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cookies. This episode is all about ricotta!
I remind you that cooking can be cost effective with a bit of creativity. And share a cost-cutting complete meal, with my Vegetable Soup with Poached Eggs. Then my friend, Mark Randall, a honey-maker, calls to discuss a traditional Italian cookie that he stretches into two desserts by adding them to his honey ice cream. And a Poached Chicken Giardiniera Salad easily makes two meals out of one.
Join Lidia at the table for some traditional winter fare of the northern Italian mountains. On a bed of soft polenta, Lidia serves up a heartwarming Mushroom Ragu. Then Lidia percolates the perfect cup of Italian coffee, with Lorenzo using her Moka Pot. To finish the meal, she makes her rendition of Kaiserschmarrn, a favorite mountain treat of the grandchildren, it's a fluffy, light, eggy pancake topped with jam. Andiamo, let's head to the Dolomites with Lidia!
I teach you that serving up pasta can open a world of possibilities. And share my recipes for two very different flavor-packed pasta dishes - Penne with Cauliflower & Green Olive Pesto and Fusilli with Salami & Roasted Peppers. I catch up with old friends, the Sofgline sisters, from Bologna, to talk all things fresh pasta. From the pasta shape to the sauce you can serve up pasta any way you like.
Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Davison Pasta Cacio e Uova. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews chef's knives under $75. Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage.
Diversity is growing in our grocery aisles, proving there is real demand for authentic global flavors in the American diet. Filmmaker Liza deGuia goes behind the scenes with Mama Lam's, New York Shuk, and Oyamada Onigiri, three craft brands bringing their ethnic flavors to a much wider audience.
On the charming Greek island of Lesvos, Sara discovers legendary ouzo paired with regional mezzes at a local cafe. Later, she goes to a heritage kitchen to make a filo wrapped Zucchini Pie and a satisfying White Bean Salad. On her new set Sara continues the Mediterranean theme with personal sized Spiced Lamb and Hummus Pita Pizza.
AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN FROM COOK'S ILLUSTRATED uses a common-sense, practical approach to solve everyday cooking problems and save viewers time and money. Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison lead a team of dedicated test kitchen cooks to reveal the basics of foolproof home cooking while preparing dozens of exhaustively tested recipes. The series also features the popular segments viewers know and love. In "The Tasting Lab," expert Jack Bishop puts supermarket staples to the test before revealing the series' top food recommendations. Then, equipment tester Adam Ried takes viewers through an exhaustive and unbiased search for the best kitchen items in "Equipment Corner." Meanwhile, in "Gadgets Galore," Lisa McManus reviews her favorite gadgets and reveals which ones are worth the cost-or not.
Kevin returns to Essex County, NJ where demolition gets underway, old wiring is tackled, and the new primary bath layout takes shape. Zack also explains lumber estimating and how materials arrive on site.
Heath Eastman upgrades basement lighting by wiring pull-chain fixtures to a wall switch for easier control. Lee Gilliam repairs snowplow lawn damage with a sod patch along a driveway. Then, the team revisits favorite 'What Is It' moments from over the years before guessing a new mystery item: a flat orange plate with spiky feet.
Iran's rich history goes back millennia, to the days when Persepolis was home to "the king of kings." In this episode, Rick Steves explores three historic capitals of Iran: Persepolis, with its splendid monuments; Shiraz, with the tombs of Iran's most beloved poets; and Esfahan, with its extraordinary mosques and endearing people.
In a densely covered spot hidden from the road lies a quiet pond; Bob Ross invites you along.
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! Join Miranda Esmonde-White for this episode that utilizes gentle but effective movements to strengthen your core & full body.
Certified instructor Deborah Devine leads aspiring Zoomer yogis in a healing, gentle yoga practice that focuses on preventing or relieving migraines and headaches.
The Ozark Mountains have provided indigenous tribes and early settlers with nutrition to thrive off the land for centuries. Chef Walter Staib meets with a few modern foragers who reuse the Ozarks' sustainable ingredients and natural resources to better their health and community. Recipes include acorn financier, pecan croquettes, and bitter green Panisse.
Sarah interviews Cheryl, a Canadian conservationist at the Right Whale Festival in Amelia Island, Florida. They discuss the endangered right whale's feeding habits and efforts to minimize human impact. Sarah highlights the festival's mission to raise awareness about whale conservation, focusing on threats like fishing gear and ship collisions. Roger paints a humpback whale, layering colors to create depth and subtle effects, inspired by the festival's message.
Heath Eastman upgrades basement lighting by wiring pull-chain fixtures to a wall switch for easier control. Lee Gilliam repairs snowplow lawn damage with a sod patch along a driveway. Then, the team revisits favorite 'What Is It' moments from over the years before guessing a new mystery item: a flat orange plate with spiky feet.
Kevin returns to Essex County, NJ where demolition gets underway, old wiring is tackled, and the new primary bath layout takes shape. Zack also explains lumber estimating and how materials arrive on site.
Our guest gardeners have given great thought to the plants for their garden, and they look super. They also walk us through their weekly maintenance schedule. Their garden brings them joy, and we think you will share their enthusiasm. Join us as we GardenSMART.
Between neglect and hurricanes this garden has had some tough times. But it has risen once again and is beautiful. The lessons learned over the years are helpful to home gardeners everywhere. Tune in as we GardenSMART.
Getting the chance to gather your loved ones around the table can be difficult in the fast-paced world we live in so in this show Lidia reminds us to always savor our time at the dinner table. Granddaughter Olivia Bastianich joins Lidia in her kitchen to practice a technique of creating a simple, yet elegant Citrus and Fennel Salad. Everybody likes Lidia's crispy Smashed Garlic Rosemary Potatoes, and she walks us through how to execute them with ease. And for the star of the table, Lidia's Roast Pork Shoulder is one of those festive preparations that requires time to cook, but the oven does most of the work! So let's cook up a feast with Lidia to enjoy with the ones we love!
What fuels Lidia's soul is being in the kitchen, surrounded by the smells and memories that remind her of her loved ones. So today, she invites us to do just that, starting with her Dandelion and Chickpea Salad, which brings back memories of foraging for this simple nutritious childhood favorite. And sometimes it's not just about the memory, but the warmth a dish delivers, like her One-Pan Chicken and Eggplant Parmigiana. It's so easy to throw together while still satisfying that classic craving. So let's cook the kind of food that nourishes the body, mind & soul!
The best part about gathering around the table is sharing good food with good company. Today Lidia showcases a menu fit to feed all your friends. Grandson Ethan swings by to help Lidia build the ultimate Italian Cheeseboard. Then she cooks up an easy crowd-pleaser with her Skillet Sausage & Peppers. For a sweet finish, Lidia makes a childhood favorite, St. Joseph's Zeppole. Fried dough filled with vanilla cream topped with Amarena cherries. So tune in to learn how to entertain with showstopping ease the Lidia way!
It's second nature for me to cook with seafood and I want that for you too. Baked Sardines is my favorite way to enjoy a fish that was always abundant growing up. Fennel with Anchovies bruschetta reminds me of the sandwiches I ate as a child. Foraging at the beach would reward me with a plate of this Istrian Pasutice with Mixed Seafood. Take a chance, open your kitchen to the bounty of the sea!
The founders of Florentine Films reflect on 50 years of programs.
Ken Burns traces the development of the Statue of Liberty, from its conception to its complicated and often controversial construction and final dedication. Hear from a wide range of Americans to explore the meaning of this monumental landmark.
MY MUSIC Presents THE CARPENTERS: CLOSE TO YOU is a music-filled documentary that traces the Carpenters' career through the eyes of Richard Carpenter and the group's friends in the music business, featuring their their top recording hits, including "(They Long to Be) Close to You," "Top of the World," "For All We Know," "Superstar," "Yesterday Once More," "Rainy Days and Mondays" and "We've Only Just Begun." Between 1970 and 1983, the Carpenters were awarded 10 gold singles and 9 gold albums, many of which also achieved multi-platinum status. They won Grammy Awards as Best New Artist and Best Contemporary Vocal group in 1970 and for Album of the Year in 1971. That same year, Karen and Richard hosted the NBC-TV summer series, "Make Your Own Kind of Music" and later starred in a series of specials on ABC-TV into the 1980s. Their soundtrack recording of "Bless the Beasts and Children" was nominated for an Academy Award, and they performed it at the Oscar telecast in 1972. From 1970 to 1981, the Carpenters consistently were represented on the Billboard charts with 17 of their singles in the Pop Top 20, including three #1 songs and six songs at #2 in addition to 17 songs hitting #1 on the Easy Listening chart. The Carpenters became the top American recording act of the 1970s and have sold over 100 million recordings worldwide. THE CARPENTERS: CLOSE TO YOU features interviews with Richard Carpenter in addition to the group's musicians, famous friends and colleagues, particularly those who helped them achieve stardom, including Herb Alpert, Paul Williams, Burt Bacharach and Petula Clark. The program also contains rare footage of Richard and Karen, including never-before-seen promotional films, concert performances, studio recording sessions, archival television appearances and outtakes.
Patti Page and Nick Clooney co-host new performances and archival classics from the vault. MOMENTS TO REMEMBER, featuring many more legends of the late fifties and early sixties pop era. In this trip down memory lane, the late Frankie Laine came out of retirement to "spend one more night in our old rendezvous" singing his sentimental "That's My Desire." Italian crooner Julius La Rosa takes the stage to perform his classics "Eh Compari" and "Domani" while Page sings her million-selling "Allegheny Moon." The Four Lads, Four Aces, Four Freshmen, Roger Williams, Herb Reed's Platters, The DeCastro Sisters and others appear to sing more greatest hits. Archival performances from Rosemary Clooney and Perry Como round out this nostalgic sequel to Magic Moments.
Celebrate the impact of the trio that provided America's soundtrack for generations and combined artistry with activism for five decades.
The legends of 60's and 70's soul music return to perform their biggest hits. Featuring The Temptations, James Brown, Patti LaBelle, The Chi-Lites, The Spinners, Sam Moore and more in this first-time-ever classic R&B and soul compilation from 30 years of the TJL archive.
As a blind, undocumented immigrant, Pedro faces obstacles to obtain his college degree, become a social worker, and support his family. Uncertainty looms over him even after he graduates. Through experimental cinematography and sound, unseen reimagines the accessibility of cinema, while exploring the intersections of immigration, disability, and mental health.
When legendary film editor Vivien Hillgrove begins losing her sight, she confronts memories of loss and resilience while reinventing herself as an artist with a disability. From her groundbreaking career in cinema to her life on a small farm with her partner, Karen, Vivien's story reveals how creativity, care, and connection can reshape what it means to see and belong.
PBS NewsHour provides in-depth analysis of current events with a news summary, live studio interviews and discussions of domestic and international issues. Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett co-anchor.
Examine the global issues, domestic news and trends impacting the world. Christiane Amanpour leads conversations with thought leaders and influencers.
Go on a journey with parents who are preparing for babies to see how our bodies create and sustain new life. Through their stories, we learn about what is fundamentally shared and absolutely unique about the experience of birth.
This episode celebrates homegrown heroes shaping communities. Soccer player Justin Reynolds of Chicago Fire FC reflects on roots and representation. Dr. Patrick Kalenzi shares his journey from immigrant to impact-maker, and educator Martha Osornio Ruiz of MARWEN shows how nurturing creativity uplifts generations.
Dive into the world of science, health, technology, and environmental issues making headlines each week, hosted by PBS News Hour's William Brangham, with in-depth discussions featuring leading experts and professionals.
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.
As a blind, undocumented immigrant, Pedro faces obstacles to obtain his college degree, become a social worker, and support his family. Uncertainty looms over him even after he graduates. Through experimental cinematography and sound, unseen reimagines the accessibility of cinema, while exploring the intersections of immigration, disability, and mental health.
When legendary film editor Vivien Hillgrove begins losing her sight, she confronts memories of loss and resilience while reinventing herself as an artist with a disability. From her groundbreaking career in cinema to her life on a small farm with her partner, Karen, Vivien's story reveals how creativity, care, and connection can reshape what it means to see and belong.
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.
Whitney uncovers stories of bold dreams brought to life. Entrepreneur Betsy Fore honors her Native heritage while building future-forward businesses. Trent Davis turns pain into music, Victoria Thomas speeds ahead with Porsche, and celebrity Nigel Barker shares how vision and persistence turn dreams into legacy.
Meet the beloved Cuban singer Omara Portuondo, who has thrilled audiences for over half a century, from the stages of Havana's legendary nightclubs to her worldwide fame as part of the Grammy-winning Buena Vista Social Club.
Meet jazz legend Paquito D'Rivera and follow his extraordinary journey from child prodigy in Havana, Cuba to multiple Grammy winning performer and composer. Featuring performances and collaborations with pianist Chucho Valdes and cellist Yo-Yo Ma.
As a blind, undocumented immigrant, Pedro faces obstacles to obtain his college degree, become a social worker, and support his family. Uncertainty looms over him even after he graduates. Through experimental cinematography and sound, unseen reimagines the accessibility of cinema, while exploring the intersections of immigration, disability, and mental health.
When legendary film editor Vivien Hillgrove begins losing her sight, she confronts memories of loss and resilience while reinventing herself as an artist with a disability. From her groundbreaking career in cinema to her life on a small farm with her partner, Karen, Vivien's story reveals how creativity, care, and connection can reshape what it means to see and belong.
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 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.
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.
In part two of our interview with Bruce Springsteen, Springsteen and Bob Santelli, the Founding Director of the Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for American Music, talk to Mark about what characterizes American music; the musicians who have influenced Springsteen; and the Springsteen Center's mission to inspire a new generation of American musicians.
Julian Castro began his political career at the age of 26 and was elected Mayor of San Antonio in 2009. In 2014, he was appointed Secretary of Housing and Urban Development by Barack Obama. He talks to Mark about his American story, what values lie at the heart of today's Democratic Party, and the work needed to restore confidence in our government.
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026, AMERIGO: THE SEARCH FOR THE AMERICAN DREAM asks one urgent, unifying question - what happened to the American Dream - and explores if it is still attainable for many today. Filmed across all 50 states over two years, the program features unscripted interviews with everyday Americans, from blue-collar workers, veterans and immigrants to students, entrepreneurs and community leaders. Told in thematic chapters examining work, housing, healthcare, technology, art and more, AMERIGO captures a raw, panoramic and unexpectedly hopeful portrait of a country at a crossroads.
At the height of the Great Depression, a program took shape to provide work for unemployed young men that would teach them job skills, restore logged over forest, and take the concept of public parks from paper to reality. Just five days after taking office in 1933, President Roosevelt introduced a bill proposing the first of his New Deal programs and the most popular of them was the Civilian Conservation Corps. Although it lasted only 10 years, the boys of the Civilian Conservation Corps left a legacy in Minnesota that can still be seen today. BUILT TO LAST: THE LEGACY OF THE CIVILIAN CONSERVATION CORPS IN MINNESOTA explores the immediate impact of this program as well as its importance to the ecological efforts of countries around the world.
In 1862, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Homestead Act and created a world of opportunity for the 372,000 families who were able to take advantage of the program. Many had the will to work and the Homestead Act of 1862 granted them the legal right to claim 160 acres for their own for an unprecedentedly low cost with the requirement that they live on the land and cultivate it for a minimum of five years to gain the full title. Filmed in scenic Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota locations through the four seasons, HOMESTEADING blends interviews with historians, stories told by descendants of homesteaders, and dramatic readings from pioneer diaries and letters to paint a picture of the people who created a life for themselves on the prairie.
THE LEGACY OF 4-H explores the origins of the nation's largest youth organization, tracing its roots to the early 1900s. The documentary celebrates Jessie Field Shambaugh, known as the "Mother of 4-H" and her lasting influence on youth education. Through history and reflection, the film shows how 4-H has empowered generations with skills, leadership and a commitment to community.
Alma really wants to have a sleepover in her room with her dog, Chacho, but when the mischievous pup hides Abuelo's lucky sock on the day of a big baseball game, Alma must find it before Chacho is sent to the doghouse. When Rafia wins the neighborhood spelling bee, Alma is chosen as her alternate for the city-wide competition. Rafia wants to practice for the big day, but Alma doesn't get it: What's so important about being an alternate?
Liana recruits Lyla to help put together a puzzle with over 1000 pieces in order to win a prize. / Lyla and Luke make their dream of driving a train come true by constructing one they can ride in using household materials.
Corky and Lily go trick-or-treating, but get lost when a sudden fog rolls in. They fight their fear and try to find their way as their parents search for them. When they finally reunite, the family continues their hunt for treats together.
The whole family is invited to join Elmo and the Sesame Street gang on a once-in-a-lifetime African safari.
After playing in a pile of leaves, the Hunter kids wonder why they change color so, the family heads to the state park to investigate the mystery and to find the Leaf Painter - a man, who Benny claims, paints all of the leaves.
Lyla, Luke, and Everett look for buried car keys at the beach. / Lyla and Everett take Stu to the park to find inspiration for their comic, "Super Stu," and realize that Stu can't solve problems on his own and needs their help.
Fernkenstein's Monster - Inspired by Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein," Fern tells a tale so scary that Arthur and the gang become afraid of her! Can Fern prove her skills as a writer and create a different story that's fun instead of frightening? D.W., Dancing Queen - Binky decides to teach D.W. to dance, but she just doesn't seem to get the moves. Is D.W. a no-talent klutz? Or is it Binky's teaching that needs practice?
The gang wants to climb to the top of Mighty Mountain, but some ATV riders keep getting in the way! Can the crew still enjoy their day? / The pals decide to split up after an argument. Oh no! Can they reunite and help each other out?
When a little brown bat crashlands into a plate of Jimmy Z's famous brownies, Martin and Chris out set out to convince Aviva, Jimmy Z and Koki that bats are nothing to be afraid of. With bat activated Creature Power Suits, the bros follow join their new friend on a nocturnal fly about, and the entire crew must come to the rescue when the bat colony's roost is destroyed by a lightning bolt. In the end the Wild Kratts crew "goes batty," as they gain a new appreciation for bat ecology, predators and insects and echolocation, and learn to love bats.
A mysterious creature is trampling all over Crestwood Park, and visitors are too scared to enter. Even Digit is frightened of the unknown. The CyberSquad goes to investigate. Along the way they experience the wonders of nature firsthand and discover why they should leave nature the way they found it. Can the kids find out who or what the creature is? Will Digit overcome his fears? Topics: Appreciating Nature; Telling Time; Mapping Big Idea: Being out in nature offers many rewards, but it's important to treat the natural world with respect, in return.
When an egg hatches and an unfamiliar bird emerges, Sparks' Crew vows to reunite the young bird with its parents. After some trial and error, they observe similarities and differences between young animals and their parents to find the baby bird's family. Curriculum: Young animals are very much like their parents, but there are differences as well as similarities that can be observed. / When the decorations of a young girl's birthday party are suddenly whisked away, Sparks' Crew wonder if this is the work of InvisiGirl. But once investigating further, they learn that something more natural might be the cause of this mayhem. Curriculum: There is so much to investigate, beyond what can be seen; forces of nature, such as the wind, can push objects.
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.
"Spooky Tree" - Shiny invites Annie Tyrannosaurus to Pteranodon Terrace for a sleepover, but all Annie wants to do is investigate the "spooky tree" that Don says "comes alive at night." All Shiny wants to do is stay as far away from the tree as possible. Can the kids get to the bottom of the mysterious tree, and figure out if it really comes alive at night? Educational Objectives: A wide variety of organisms produce light inside their bodies, and this light can be used for a variety of purposes. Some creatures have a chemical reaction in their bodies called "bio-luminescence," which causes them to glow. This bioluminescence can serve different functions, including camouflage, luring of prey, mimicry of other animals, and warnings for potential predators that the glowing critter is unpalatable. "Spinosaurus Super Model" - When Don stumbles across a stick that looks EXACTLY like Old Spinosaurus, he's determined to have the grumpy old dinosaur pose for his sculpture (so he can get the Spinosaurus's features exactly right). But when they arrive at Old Spinosaurus's home, he makes it clear that there's no way he's posing for anything. Can Don convince Old Spinosaurus to pose for his sculpture, or will Don have to come up with another plan? Educational Objectives: Spinosaurus, a gigantic theropod from the Cretaceous period, was the world's largest land carnivore, and the only Mesozoic dinosaur truly built for living in the water versus on land (as opposed to going into the water to cool off, for example).
"Pirate Dreamboat" - Captain Toothy McSquint is back and argghmazed that Pinkalicious and Peter have found his long lost pirate ship. But his ship is far from seaworthy, or pirate-tastic. Do mateys Pinkalicious and Peter have what it takes to give Toothy the ship of his dreams? Curriculum: (Visual Arts) Using art to express one's personality and interests. "Peter's Megaphone" - Peter is amazed that he sounds just like a radio announcer when speaking through a megaphone! But announcing everything may not be as enjoyable to the rest of his family as Peter had hoped. Curriculum: (Theater) Using your voice to create and role play a character with distinct traits; loud & soft sounds, and echoes. Interstitial: Using teamwork, cardboard, construction paper and other art supplies, the kids plan, design and build a cardboard city.
The Parade Problem - Park. Peg and Cat need to sort out recyclables to clean up the park in time for the nursery school's Halloween Parade. Primary Content: Sorting; Secondary Content: Estimating. The Halloween Problem - Peg's Neighborhood. While trick or treating, Peg and Cat find themselves pursued by a metal monster. Later they teach fair sharing to a "friend" who turns out to be a real tiger! Primary Content: Fair Sharing; Secondary Content: Positional relationships (in front of/behind).
Elmo, Tamir, Charlie, Julia, and Cookie Monster are making self-portraits in the community garden with Kayla. Kayla guides them to look into the mirror and notice the beautiful things that make you, you! Everyone looks at themselves in the mirror and starts drawing what they see. They also learn their identity is about what you love to do. So, they add onto their self-portraits and then share their drawings with each other. Cookie Monster draws his blue fur, his googly eyes, and cookies. Charlie draws her blue eyes, curly blonde hair, tap shoes, and challah bread because it's one of her favorite Jewish foods. Julia draws her straight hair, musical notes, paw prints, and her dog Rose. Elmo draws his red fur, orange nose, a piano, and watering a flower with Abby because being a kind neighbor is part of Elmo's identity. Tamir draws his brown skin, coily hair, comic books, and some veggies as he loves gardening in the community garden. There are so many special things that make you, you!
Jay and Phoebe bring Grandma Annie's favorite game to life, but they need to create and clearly communicate the rules. Phoebe & Jay must find the best way to spend the community coin jar money by taking a building-wide vote.
When Mr. E's cake table collapses, it's up to the Wombats to save Cake Day. Can they use a 3D printer to design a solution? / When Buckley's trip is cancelled, the Wombats create a new pretend vacation to cheer him up.
Super creates "Backwards Day," where dessert is eaten before dinner and photographs are taken after everyone gets muddy. And what's better than a pattern? A Pattern Fair - better yet, a Patternpalooza with a stuffed monster as Grand Prize.
Daniels Blueberry Paws - Daniel Tiger gets a special treat from Prince Tuesday's fruity ice treat cart, but when he's distracted by the other flavors, his ice starts to melt. Mom Tiger teaches Daniel to enjoy the "wow" - his blueberry ice - before it's gone. Wow at the Library - Daniel and O the Owl are enjoying a pop-up story at the library with Uncle X when O flutters off to find more books to read. X teaches O to enjoy the book they're already reading - the "wow" that's happening right now.
Outta Space's Gravity Ray sends everything up, up, and away! Three little Space Spiders are leaving their webs all over Reader Valley! A giant jam blob is oozing through town and only the Super Readers can stop it!
Carl and Nico argue over who gets to have Arugula as their magician's assistant, but what does Arugula want? / Carl realizes he has trouble listening when playing with a cool collection. Can Sheldon teach him how to become a good listener?
It's Purple Panda's first Halloween in Someplace Else, but he's afraid because he doesn't know what to expect. Donkey Hodie is here to help! She prepares Panda for all the things he'll see on Halloween while their neighbors make it extra special.
The whole family is invited to join Elmo and the Sesame Street gang on a once-in-a-lifetime African safari.
Olive gets inspired to play her violin after observing why crickets chirp. / Elinor and her friends learn why birds fly high while flying in a hot air balloon with Mz. Mole.
For their Day of the Dead celebration, Rosie is in charge of the Catrina doll, but it keeps disappearing. / Rosie celebrates Lunar New Year with the Lius, but when they miss the dragon dance, Jun, Quinn and Rosie decide to make their own.
Outta Space's Gravity Ray sends everything up, up, and away! Three little Space Spiders are leaving their webs all over Reader Valley! A giant jam blob is oozing through town and only the Super Readers can stop it!
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."
Stand Back Up Inspired by real-life athletes Sharon and Shirley Firth, the first Gwich'in female Olympians, Molly trains hard to participate in a cross-country ski race where Sharon will be speaking. But cross-country skiing is not as easy as it looks, and when Molly faces some big obstacles, she must decide if she'll give up or stand back up. Seal Meal When Molly and her family go fly fishing in Bristol Bay, a hungry seal sneaks into their boat and eats their precious sockeye salmon and their lunch! Can Molly figure out a way to lure the seal away from their boat so they can get back home?
Alma tells on Emi when she's doing something dangerous, but tells on Beto and Eddie when they weren't doing anything wrong. / All of Alma's friends bring snacks to share, but no one tries Aaron and Lucas' snacks.
Follow the adventures of three friends - Leo, a wombat from Australia; Carmen, a butterfly from Mexico; and Andy, a frog from the U.S. - as they traverse the globe with their parents' traveling performance troupe, "Circo Fabuloso." At each of the Circo's stops, Luna the Moon, voiced by Judy Greer, guides the trio as they get to know the local region and its people. The gang's adventures take them through cities around the globe - from London to Cairo to Beijing - where they explore the food, music, art, architecture and other features that make each place distinctive.
Stu doesn't like baths, so Lyla and Luke find a way to clean and dry Stu. / Through trial and error, Lyla and Ale find a solution to protect the callaloo plants from stink bugs.
Will Buster's friends treat him the same after they learn he has asthm a? Maybe the answer will be found on a guided tour through...Buster's lungs! In the second story, prankster poltergeists have arrived in Elw ood City--and just in time for the "Scare Your Pants Off" costume part y! It's boys versus girls in what becomes a great big battle of the pr anks, until the kids learn a lesson about practical jokes...from a spo oky source.
Back to the Past - When the agents are accidentally transported to the future, they need to figure out what day it is or risk a time-tastrophe! Curriculum: Using a calendar, understanding the concept of past, present and future. Odd Squad Needs You - When Odd Squad is asked to make a recruitment commercial, Ms. O proves difficult. Curriculum: Time-learning how many seconds equal a minute, exploring what you can do in 1 minute.
While on a mission to discover the secret of the Draco lizard's gliding abilities, Martin and Chris uncover an evil plot by fashion designer, Donita Donata. She has been capturing these amazing creatures with a plan to make them part of her new Fall collection. It's the Wild Kratts team to the rescue! Science Concept: Gliding, Gravity.
Al updates his computer with fancy new weather icons to use in his broadcast, but just hours before he goes live, the computer breaks! Luckily, the kids come up with a creative, theatrical, musical plan for an unforgettable broadcast.
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.
Lyla, Everett, and her sisters build makeshift carnival games for their brother Luke using household and recycled materials. / Louisa seeks help from Lyla, Luke, and Stu to create a special beat for her school presentation on Mae Jemison.
This animated series is based on Marc Brown's best-selling books about Arthur Read, an eight-year-old aardvark, his sister D.W., and their f amily and friends. All the kids agree to write a poem as part of a bet , in "I'm A Poet." Guest poet Jack Prelutsky reads 3 of his poems from "The New Kid on the Block": "My Sister is a Sissy," "Today is Very Bo ring" and "Jelly Fish Stew." In "The Scare-Your-Pants-Off Club," when some parents get the kids' favorite books banned from the town library , the children themselves fight back.
With the help of Everett and Ale, Lyla overcomes her fear of rock-climbing. / The twins get Lyla and Ev's help to improve their riddle game about everyday objects made by Black inventors.
When Wicked casts a spell on the Pompadorians to make them all adore her, Jackie and Digit must reproduce the only symbol that can break it - without being able to see what the symbol looks like. Matt and Inez can't get to Pompadoria to help, so they describe the symbol through their Skwak. But how can they describe the odd-looking spell-breaker accurately so Jackie can make a reproduction that works?
Date Night - When Jet realizes that it's the anniversary of Carrot and Celery's first date, he wants to recreate that first picnic they had on one of Bortron 7's moons. The kids all get involved to help create the perfect date night. Curriculum: It's hard to have a picnic anywhere in the Solar System besides Earth - here we're not too near or too far from the Sun, so the temperature is just right, plus we have liquid oceans and a breathable atmosphre. Anywhere else, you'd definitely have a hard time enjoying a picnic outdoors. Face on the Fritz - When the kids are trying to build a new pet house for Sunspot and FACE 9000 gives them mixed-up directions, they learn that it is time for FACE 9000 to get upgraded. In the meantime FACE 9000's "substitute," the "DATA-BOX," is an old Earth computer from the early 1980s. The kids need to learn how to give instructions in the way computers understand, putting them in charge of using technology in an active way. When FACE 9000 comes back, they have learned to appreciate him, as well as to be more independent thinkers. Curriculum: Technology has advanced greatly since the days of the giant computers that guided man to the moon in 1969. However, even though technology is very useful, it is still a tool, not an end in itself, and people still need to know how to monitor and program it.
Outta Space's Gravity Ray sends everything up, up, and away! Three little Space Spiders are leaving their webs all over Reader Valley! A giant jam blob is oozing through town and only the Super Readers can stop it!
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."
Stand Back Up Inspired by real-life athletes Sharon and Shirley Firth, the first Gwich'in female Olympians, Molly trains hard to participate in a cross-country ski race where Sharon will be speaking. But cross-country skiing is not as easy as it looks, and when Molly faces some big obstacles, she must decide if she'll give up or stand back up. Seal Meal When Molly and her family go fly fishing in Bristol Bay, a hungry seal sneaks into their boat and eats their precious sockeye salmon and their lunch! Can Molly figure out a way to lure the seal away from their boat so they can get back home?
Alma tells on Emi when she's doing something dangerous, but tells on Beto and Eddie when they weren't doing anything wrong. / All of Alma's friends bring snacks to share, but no one tries Aaron and Lucas' snacks.