William Cecil, Queen Elizabeth I's spy master, intercepts a conspiracy to assassinate the queen. When he learns that Elizabeth's own cousin, Mary Queen of Scots, is behind the plot, he lays a trap to capture and execute her.
A visit to Union Station, the most visited place in Washington, DC. Also, master modeler and brass collector, Howard Zane; the commuter rail situation in Northern Indiana; and the northeast coast of Australia on the luxurious Great South Pacific Orient Express.
In this episode, test cook Becky Hays makes Julia a Brazilian classic: Shrimp and Fish Stew (Moqueca). Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of Pecorino Romano. Finally, Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to making Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pao de Queijo) at home.
Bryan Roof visits Albuquerque, New Mexico, and he and host Julia Collin Davison make New Mexican Bean-and-Cheese Turnovers with Green Chile. Toni Tipton-Martin shares the history of Tomato Clubs in the US, and Ashley Moore makes host Bridget Lancaster a beautiful Southwestern Tomato and Corn Salad.
Spy Creatures explore the rarely seen emotions of animals, revealing whether they are as strong and complex as our own. Join the spycams as they are accepted into a wild dog pack, witness elephant love, and are mourned by a troop of monkeys!
Spy Creatures infiltrate the world of animal intelligence, ingenuity, and creativity. Watch our spies disguised as animals observe a gray squirrel stealing Spy Nut, a sea otter cracking open a meal, and an orangutan washing with soap!
Spy Creatures and their new wild friends rely on each other to look out for predators. A Spy Meerkat babysits meerkat pups while a Spy Cobra pretends to attack the mob. Spy Crocs witness a convenient partnership between real crocodiles and birds.
Baratunde meets the people of Appalachia who are driving a revolution in how we see and interact with nature. Meet a record-breaking hiker, former coal miners raising bees, and activists working to make the outdoors accessible to everyone.
Bow your body upward, hold your feet, and balance on your belly. Then bow down for a counterpose to stretch out your back.
After a series of lift-up backbends and other poses, Wai Lana shows you how to calm the mind with Alternate Nostril Breathing and meditation.
"Acceptance is acknowledging that as things are, is exactly the way they should be at this moment." Filmed at sunrise by the ocean, this practice will empower you on the mat to meet yourself where you are and understand that adjusting postures for your needs and using yoga to heal is the most therapeutic and empowering approach. This is a slower yet transformative practice with modifications clearly demonstrated. Great for newer yoga practitioners as well as seasoned yogis, and especially useful if you are nursing an injury and need a slower and modified practice.
Bask in the serene sunflower meadow as you enjoy a gentle yoga practice using a chair for support. Including gentle seated sun salutations along with easy to follow yoga moves to create more ease in your hands, neck, shoulders, back, hips and more.
Your feet are the foundation for your body. Join Miranda Esmonde-White for a full-body relaxation workout that stretches and strengthens your feet and calves, leaving you flexible and pain free.
This workout begins with a focus on various ways to improve breathing. Mary Ann uses a large ball for upper and lower body exercises as well as back support.
San Francisco is a city of neighborhoods and within its seven-by- seven mile boundary it seems every patch of ground has a name. In this episode Joseph explores six of the city's famous, little-known and changing neighborhoods in search of what distinguishes them from the rest and makes them must-visit San Fran attractions. He learns that each has a unique history and iconic attractions, shops and restaurants that add their special zest to the San Fran mix. He finds neighborhoods where people in the mist of change are working together to not destroy what they have, but make their neighborhood more what it is. The song says, "I left my heart in San Francisco" and the city has more than 800,000 residents and millions and millions of visitors who have left at least a piece of theirs here - and Joseph discovers that he is one of them.
The Great White North beckons as Samantha begins her tour of this jewel-like Canadian city with Charlayne Thornton-Joe, Coordinator of the Chinese Canadian Museum found in Fan Tan Alley, the narrowest commercial street in North America. Charlayne tells of her ancestors' immigrant experience in Canada and shares authentic Chinese barbecued pork with Samantha at Loy Sing Meat Market, the oldest Chinese-owned business on the continent. Next, Samantha meets Richard Bell of The Pedaler Bike Tours and takes in the sites of Victoria including the Parliament Building and Beacon Hill Park. She ends her bicycle adventure with a delicious fish and chips lunch at Finest at Sea. Samantha marvels at the charm of Fisherman's Wharf, then joins Captain Brett Soberg of Eagle Wing Whale-Watching and Wildlife Tours for a breathtaking afternoon on the water complete with Humpback Whale sightings. Samantha learns about the emphasis they place on sustainability and conservation to improve the environment for the area's magnificent wildlife and for future generations to enjoy this special part of the world. Next, Samantha enjoys a unique cocktail experience at one of the most iconic hotels in the world--the Fairmont Empress. With a gorgeous sunset view of Victoria Harbor, Samantha enjoys tea-infused cocktails inspired by the high tea service for which the hotel is famous. The beauty of British Columbia comes to a crescendo at Butchart Gardens where Samantha tours the heavenly landscape with Director of Horticulture, Carlos Moniz, and learns how and why a former rock quarry transformed into one of the most beautiful gardens on earth. Finally, Samantha discovers the eclectic and uniquely Canadian puzzles that double as art in a quirky shop called the Puzzle Lab.
Artistry abounds when art quilters stitch and sew by machine! Margaret Abramshe uses her knowledge of the human facial structure to guide her quilting and create contour lines. Next, using a longarm machine, Carolina Asmussen introduces couching work into free-motion quilting.
Sarah visits an important National Historical landmark on the Florida Black Heritage Trail in St. Augustine. A Florida living history expert describes the foods of the day and the reason that Fort Mose was built in 1738 for freed slaves. Roger sketches on location and then using oils on canvas, paints a woman in period costume cooking an autumn feast over an open fire.
This episode is primarily the illustration of the under-painting process starting with the sky. Jerry explains what happens when you are using too much water in your paint which he corrects by adding a bit more gesso to thicken up the paint. Uses the feathering and scrubbing processes. Discusses impressionist techniques which are "simply creating the suggestion" of something and illustrates the technique while blocking in distant trees.
Kevin, Tom, and Charlie install a five-layer Flitch beam. Jenn watches a tree company attach a cable on an old Hemlock for support and then prune an overgrown Crabapple tree. Tom and Charlie prepare for a footing to support the corner chimney.
Make a 9-patch block; then change fabric sizes to show artistic options. Nancy Zieman shows you the basics of stitching the versatile 9-patch quilt block, and then she details how to take a fresh approach toward assembling the block to change it up! Modify the size of the fabric strips, use fabric scraps to make a vintage quilt, or change the color to provide artistic options.
The fall and winter holidays call for big celebrations with friends and family and, of course, lots of baking! Sara has the perfect recipes for any occasion. For Thanksgiving - roasted glazed pears topped with shortbread pecan brittle and creme fraiche. For Christmas Eve, a comforting warm chocolate cheesecake. And for Christmas morning - sticky buns that are super quick because they don't require yeast. On Ask Sara, answers to a viewer's question about vanilla beans.
In this episode, Julia and Bridget unlock the secrets to the ultimate roast chicken with warm bread salad. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of white miso. Finally, test cook Elle Simone teaches Bridget how to make foolproof skillet-roasted Brussels sprouts with chile, peanuts, and mint.
Morgan Bolling makes host Bridget Lancaster Roasted Beef Chuck Roast with Horseradish-Parsley Sauce, and Toni Tipton-Martin talks about medicinal uses for horseradish. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for kitchen timers. Bryan Roof makes host Julia Collin Davison Torn and Fried Potatoes, and Lawman Johnson makes Creamed Spinach from the Recipe Box.
Beatrice Ojakangas prepares Danish pastry pockets, Danish braid, Norwegian potato crepe, potato lefse and Swedish oatmeal hardtack.
Chef/owner of Mark's Place in North Miami, Mark Militello creates Grilled Pork Tenderloin With Jamaican Spices. Militello demonstrates how to toast the spices; this practice, typical to Indian cooking, allows for more flavor to be released. As a side dish, Militello prepares rice with pumpkin.
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison Porchetta-Style Turkey Breast. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews smart ovens. Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Bridget Lancaster Roasted Fennel with Orange-Honey Dressing.
Morgan Bolling makes host Bridget Lancaster Grilled Bone-In Leg of Lamb with Charred Scallion Sauce. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top picks for spray mops. Toni Tipton-Martin talks about a popular cheesecake that's taking the world by storm, and Bridget makes host Julia Collin Davison a showstopping La Vina-Style Cheesecake.
For special occasion entertaining, Christopher Kimball makes Barolo-Braised Beef Short Ribs, demonstrating the right way to cook your meat in wine. Rosemary Gill shows off the magic of dried mushrooms with Porcini-Rubbed Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Portobello Mushrooms. Finally, Rose Hattabaugh modernizes chocolate mousse with a recipe for Dark Chocolate Terrine with Coffee and Cardamom.
In this episode of Moveable Feast with Relish, the lively mountains of Flagstaff, AZ are the backdrop for this week's feast. Local chefs Joe Rodger and Rochelle Daniel introduce host Alex Thomopoulos to the area, including a foraging collective owned by a group of friends and one of the highest-rated cattle ranches in the country. With delectable courses including a beef ragout and duck with cooked sunflowers, a feast is set high atop the woodsy Colorado Plateau.
Christiane Amanpour leads wide-ranging, in-depth conversations with global thought leaders and cultural influencers on the issues and trends impacting the world each day, from politics, business and technology to arts, science and sports.
Eric Hanson's perilous Grand Canyon adventure continues after having taken an unexpected and dangerous turn.
In Madison, Wisconsin, there’s a famous street that connects the Wisconsin State Capitol to the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. State Street has been a pedestrian mall since the 1970s and is lined with diverse shops, restaurants and art that makes it the go-to place to experience the Madison vibe.
Hosted by Sumi Somaskanda, BBC NEWS AMERICA gives audiences a detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington DC.
Hosted by Christian Fraser, BBC NEWS THE CONTEXT gives audiences a detailed look into news stories from around the world through discussions with expert panelists.
A dead body is found in a shop window, bound and gagged. When he is identified as a couples therapist, it's clear that he had no lack of enemies.
When Chloe appears on late-night radio, she gets a call from a woman who is terrified of her husband. Amidst the media frenzy, Chloe must find her.
BBC NEWS gives audiences a detailed look into news stories from around the world. Targeted to an audience looking for more depth to their daily coverage, it features field reporting with breakdowns from regional correspondents and expert guests covering a broad range of topics from breaking news to the latest in sport.
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.
Wes Cowan travels to Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and discovers a plan to hide atomic secrets in plain sight. A woman in Portland, Oregon believes she owns a 23-pound block of beeswax that was on a legendary ship that foundered more then 300 years ago. For centuries, ships carried beeswax on trade routes from the Far East to the American Pacific Coast. (2 of 11)