An Irish musical journey filmed in Dublin Castle during the Tradfest music festival. Trad without Frontiers' is the festival motto which inspired this series. Host Fiachna O Braonain breaks musical bread with his guests and uses Irish traditional music as a starting point that leads to many unexpected places. Guests: Steve and Joe Wall from The Stunning with Sive, Eleanor McEvoy, Damon Butcher, Robert Harvey, Cathy Jordan, Dervish.
Stephen Sondheim is widely hailed as the greatest modern American musical theater composer. Series creator Elisa New speaks with Broadway stage actors and writer Adam Gopnik to explore Sondheim's singular ability to blend lyrics and music - using as their case study "Finishing the Hat," from Sondheim's Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Sunday in the Park with George.
Explore the work of two legendary virtuosos, Nicolo Paganini and Robert Johnson, along with stars of today, Augustin Hadelich and Keb Mo. Joined by Cirque du Soleil acrobats, discover the secrets of being a virtuoso.
Renowned jazz saxophonist Joshua Redman takes the stage at the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater for a mesmerizing performance of his Blue Note Records debut album, where are we. Joining forces with soulful vocalist Gabrielle Cavassa, the artists take on music from Rodgers & Hart to Springsteen, all interpreted with the improvisational brilliance and melodic invention that is a hallmark of Redman's artistry -- and of this all-star ensemble featuring Aaron Parks (piano), Joe Sanders (bass), and Brian Blade (drums).
Join award-winning journalists every Friday night in a robust roundtable discussion of the week's major national news stories.
Guest: Melissa Murray. Constitutional scholar Melissa Murray discusses Donald Trump's first criminal trial in Manhattan, the importance of jury selection, the political implications of trying a former president, and what to expect in Trump's three other criminal cases.
Explore the work of two legendary virtuosos, Nicolo Paganini and Robert Johnson, along with stars of today, Augustin Hadelich and Keb Mo. Joined by Cirque du Soleil acrobats, discover the secrets of being a virtuoso.
Renowned jazz saxophonist Joshua Redman takes the stage at the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater for a mesmerizing performance of his Blue Note Records debut album, where are we. Joining forces with soulful vocalist Gabrielle Cavassa, the artists take on music from Rodgers & Hart to Springsteen, all interpreted with the improvisational brilliance and melodic invention that is a hallmark of Redman's artistry -- and of this all-star ensemble featuring Aaron Parks (piano), Joe Sanders (bass), and Brian Blade (drums).
Frozen Fish - After the lake freezes over, Elinor and her friends wonder what happens to all of their fishy friends during the wintertime. How can they survive? Do they freeze? After Ranger Rabbit cuts a hole in the ice to check on the fish, the kids gaze down through the thick ice and learn that the whole lake isn't frozen after all. The ice is only at the top, and there's still liquid at the bottom where the fish live comfortably when the lake freezes in the winter. Pirate Treasure - While the kids are playing pirates in search of treasure, pirate Ari realizes that he forgot where he hid their treasure. But, no worries, because the kids are pirates, and pirates always figure it out. Unfortunately, it's not that simple, and they can't even draw a map, because Ari can't remember exactly how to get to the treasure. Luckily, their friend Philbert the Squirrel helps them out by teaching the kids about landmarks and how to use them to find your way. So, the mighty pirates finally find their loot. Arrrr!
Elmo, Rosita, and Rudy are making a submarine! They use cardboard boxes to build their submarine but it's not big enough to fit all three of them. This is a problem! They wonder if there's something big enough that's not too heavy. What if they combine two boxes to make one big box? Let's try! It works. They didn't give up and added on windows, propellers, and rudders to their submarine and pretended to explore the ocean using their imagination.
For more than 75 years, generations of young children have been charmed by the literary adventures of Curious George. Based on the best-selling Curious George books by Margret and H. A. Rey, the daily series expands George's world to include a host of colorful new characters and original locales, while maintaining the charm of the beloved books. Each half-hour episode includes two animated stories, followed by short live-action pieces showing real kids who are investigating the ideas that George introduces in his stories. The series aims to inspire kids to explore science, math and engineering in the world around them.
Daniel Explores Nature It's a beautiful day in the Neighborhood! Daniel and his family are spending the day outside exploring, when Daniel spots a beautiful red bird. As they watch the busy bird, they learn about how a bird's nest is built. But when the nest falls out of the tree, will Daniel and Katerina be able to help her? Daniel's Nature Walk There's so much to explore when you're outside! Daniel is going on a nature walk in the forest with O the Owl and Uncle X. They see frogs, worms and even spot a rainbow in the sky! Strategy: There's so much to explore when you're outside!
"Environment" week continues as Mister Rogers and Mr. McFeely visit a recycling center to see how people sort trash.
Climb Every Mountain Molly invites Oscar to go mountain climbing with her and Grandpa Nat, but a fear of heights makes Oscar unsure he can do it. Will a little information and encouragement be enough to help Oscar overcome his fears? Happy Trails Travis the tourist returns to Qyah to photograph a "rare" willow ptarmigan. Turns out his map is more than a little out of date. With the help of Grandpa Nat, Molly and Tooey help Travis update his map and find the common state bird.
When the Loops vacuum breaks, Luke, Lyla, and Everett test vacuums to pick the best one. / When the Loops don't have the right ingredients to make cookies, the kids set out to make them using substituted ingredients.
When Mr. Ramirez takes too many cats into his shop, Alma helps him figure out what to do with them. When Alma asks her friends to play stickball, there's one hold-out Howard. How will she convince him he'll enjoy playing the game, too?
Work It Out Wombats! follows a playful trio of marsupial siblings -- Malik, Zadie, and Zeke -- who live with their grandmother (named Super!) in a fantastical treehouse apartment complex. The Treeborhood is home to a diverse and quirky community of neighbors who just happen to be wombats, snakes, moose, kangaroos, iguanas, fish, tarsiers, and eagles! Each day drops a new challenge into the Wombats' laps, requiring them to find, debug, fix, order (then re-order) -- and create, test, and re-create when things don't go according to plan. But thanks to their creativity and collaborative spirit, their sense of family, and the role they play within the larger Treeborhood community -- as problem-solvers, friends, and neighbors -- the Wombats always win the day. With an educational focus on computational thinking, Work It Out Wombats! introduces preschoolers to a way of thinking that enables them to solve problems, express themselves, and accomplish tasks using the practices, processes, and ideas at the core of computer science, laying important groundwork for success in school and life.
Perfectamundo isn't so perfect anymore - the trash is out of control! A giant garbage heap threatens to break through the cybersite's dome, and the CyberSquad must become garbologists in order to reduce the rubbish. Hacker, meanwhile, is digging through the very same heap for some mistakenly discarded seeds that will allow him to grow an army of monster plants to take over Cyberspace. Will he find the seeds before the Perfectamundians solve their trash problem? Or is the dome doomed?
Environmental artist Patrick Dougherty is known for his life-sized sculptures built using only sticks and saplings and exhibited around the world. We visit one of these, along with his home, surrounded by stick fences, stone archways, paths and walls all of which he built himself. Patrick is given a series of movements to increase flexibility in the ankle and restore function to the lower legs.
Born of an overabundance of mint, Bold Spoon Creamery's Rachel Burns left a finance career to pursue a passion for ice cream. On her "ice cream farm," Rachel grows herbs and fruit and welcomes school groups, using the math and science of ice cream to engage young minds. After a visit to the farm, head to the kitchen with Cat Neville to make an ice cream layer cake with red wine-chocolate ganache.
Christie Morrison makes host Julia Collin Davison Trout Amandine, and Toni Tipton-Martin discusses how Julia Child made French cuisine accessible in the US. Tasting expert Jack Bishop takes a deep dive into freshwater fish, and Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top picks for bench scrapers. Ashley Moore makes host Bridget Lancaster elegant Lentilles du Puy with Spinach and Creme Fraiche.
Test cook Carmen Dongo makes host Julia Collin Davison Chraime. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks about bitter herbs on the Passover seder plate and equipment expert Adam Ried reviews copper skillets. Test cook Keith Dresser makes Julia Coconut Macaroons with Chocolate Chips and Almonds.
One of America's favorite TV gardeners is Paul James - THE Garden Guy - creator and host of HGTV's top-rated show, Gardening by the Yard. Yet after an astounding 13-year run, the show came to an end. Paul had a unique way of educating and entertaining his viewers with his light-hearted humor and approachable demeanor. He was the gardener next door that everyone wished was their neighbor. In the 10 years since the show ended, Paul has been out of the public spotlight, and his fans miss him. In this episode, host Joe Lamp'l catches up with Paul in his own home garden, and viewers are all invited to this long-overdue reunion. Local Angle: Atlanta area viewers will marvel at the productivity and abundance of host, Joe Lamp'l's thriving organic garden. Joe and Paul discuss steps for success as they tour the garden and grounds at Joe's GardenFarm.
It's been a long time since we've created patchwork yo-yo's on Love of Quilting, and we'd forgotten how much fun they can be! This episode features a pillow with appliqued yo-yos designed by Denise Buchwalter-Losczyk. You'll learn about the different types of hand-sewing needles, see how to create yo-yo's using a gathering stitch, and then finally how to bring it all together in an adorable pillow.
Learn firsthand about ties that bind a Sewing and Stitchery Expo together. Nancy Zieman interviews people that bring together the largest "sewing community-the Sewing and Stitchery Expo in Puyallup, WA. Among those interviewed were Pati Palmer, renowned pattern designer; Tula Pink, fabric designer; Kathy Marrone, editor of Vogue Patterns magazine; Candice Jewett, sewing/quilting teacher; Tina Torrey, Kathy Ackley, Brittany Revel, and Debbie Wilson, customers/students; and Joanne Ross, celebrating 30 years as director and founder of the expo.
Sean stays in a countryside castle and explores the traditions of Argentina's famous gauchos. He learns that Tango is much harder than it looks and finds inspiration in the Argentines' passion for dance, which leads to his painting "Tango."
In the final episode, Jerry shows his viewers how to begin the process of building layers of soft lighter gray tones to start layering the feather patterns. Gradually increasing the amount of white until reaching the bright white light for highlighting the upper structure of the bodies. He shows how to detail and brighten the beaks, legs, eyes, and miscellaneous feathers.
Steve builds a Shaker Lap Desk, using the table saw to cut dovetails.
An often-overlooked aspect of a great shop is dust control. On this episode, the Woodsmith team builds a roll-around air cleaner. With an adjustable fan and a large filter, this project is designed to clear the air in your shop.
This mid-century modern design is an ideal addition to any room in any home. It just happens to be for playing games. See this granite-top, three-drawer masterpiece come to life. Easy-to-use biscuits join it all together.
Termite damage has caused major construction changes. New footings are needed in the basement. A historic community garden is toured. A 15-year-old student talks about working on the project. The old sewer line is replaced without trenching.
Richard praises the marvel of modern plumbing, then retrofits a radiant floor system; Nathan explains cable railing connections and maintenance; Jenn shares the updated USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map.
From the heart of country and gospel music legend Jimmy Fortune comes an all-new show that celebrates the beauty of America, the courage of those who have made it free and the hymns that have warmed the hearts of citizens for centuries. Featuring an interview with Bill Gaither and performances by some of Nashville's most-noted musicians, the program showcases Fortune's unmistakable tenor with stirring renditions of congregational favorites and national classics honoring faith and freedom.
Jack Imel, longtime associate producer of the Welk Show, hosts a laugh filled program. This is a tongue in cheek look at how the show was put together every week. A production meeting leaves Joe Feeney "Without A Song" and Ava Barber and Charlie Parlato somehow manage to make it through "Tumbling Tumbleweeds" in spite of the comic antics of the "stagehands". Twenty years later Jack is seen working with the Branson ensemble and then dances with them to "Singin' in the Rain".
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the remarkable roots of singers Alanis Morissette and Ciara, using DNA analysis and genealogical detective work to travel back centuries, revealing his guest's hidden connections to history and to music.
Diana Rigg, Phyllis Logan and Ainsley Harriott are some of the celebrities that are hitting the Road Trip this season in search of antiques that will win big at auction. Travelling in vintage cars and accompanied by experts, these celebrities traverse Great Britain looking for the most interesting, unique and valuable treasures.
Relish the distinctive sounds of St. Vincent and Joy Oladokun. The Grammy-winning St. Vincent plays songs from her much-praised LP Daddy's Home. Versatile singer/tunesmith Oladkun performs tunes from her album In Defense of My Own Happiness.
Ramblin' is a series of fifteen one-hour television programs which presents a wide variety of traditional music from North America and the British Isles. Each Ramblin' program focuses on a different performer or group, and showcases the most respected names in acoustic music. In addition to presenting "live on tape" concerts, the Ramblin' production crew works closely with each artist to create personal and often introspective programs which are informative as well as highly entertaining. From New York to California, Ramblin' has gone on location to capture the true feeling of the artist and his music. By featuring a wide variety of traditional music, from singer/songwriters to "hot lick" pickers; the blues to childrens play songs, Ramblin' is a cohesive series designed to build viewer interest and loyalty.
While her department is overwhelmed by a flu epidemic, Nina finds Caroline, her best friend from high school, who has come to consult for her son.
From pythons in Bangkok to otters in Singapore, cities may seem unlikely havens for wildlife, but for animals able to adapt, the urban world is filled with opportunity.
In a modern migration, animals travel in and out of cities to find food and shelter or to start a family. See if the secret to success in a fast-changing world is commuting.
While in Rome investigating the leaking of classified documents from the American Embassy, McQuinn stumbles upon a German counterfeiting plot. Directed by: Erle C. Kenton Writer: Robert C. Dennis Cesar Romero as Steve McQuinn Donna Martell as Lilliana Carl Milletaire as Florio David Kasday as Nino Initially broadcast in 1955. The adventures of a U.S. diplomatic courier, as he travels to distant countries with important communiques to America's allies and dodges enemy agents.
McQuinn protects a Rumanian industrialist and his children from enemy agents. Directed by: Sobey Martin Writer: Donald S. Sanford Cesar Romero as Steve McQuinn Gladys Holland as Lucia Valencic John E. Wengraf as Colonel Bucar Initially broadcast on February 16, 1956. The adventures of a U.S. diplomatic courier, as he travels to distant countries with important communiques to America's allies and dodges enemy agents.
1952. A Quaker colony tries to save the giant sequoias from a timber baron. Kirk Douglas, Eve Miller, Edgar Buchanan
Salmon, reduced from a population of plentiful to pitiful, must navigate humanity's efforts to control flow in the Pacific Northwest. Watch what's left of the disappearing fish as they migrate 850 miles from Oregon's coast to Idaho's wilderness. This is the wild making its way with us in the way.
Appalachian Express / Olivia Jo.
From the heart of country and gospel music legend Jimmy Fortune comes an all-new show that celebrates the beauty of America, the courage of those who have made it free and the hymns that have warmed the hearts of citizens for centuries. Featuring an interview with Bill Gaither and performances by some of Nashville's most-noted musicians, the program showcases Fortune's unmistakable tenor with stirring renditions of congregational favorites and national classics honoring faith and freedom.
GEORGE WINSTON is one of the legendary pianists in America. He grew up in mainly Montana but spent formative years in Mississippi, and Florida. Inspired by R&B, jazz, blues, and rock (especially the Doors) he started playing the organ in 1967. Switching to an acoustic piano in 1971, he sold 15 million albums. His latest album, Night, is a collection of songs recorded at five different studios. CUTTER ELLIOTT has proven the doctors who said he would never walk, talk, or play guitar... very wrong. Born eight weeks premature and diagnosed with cerebral palsy, autism, and partly blind and deaf, his disabilities have turned into superpowers. He's now using his gifts to help archive and preserve the traditional sounds of country music. His newest album is titled Heartache Waiting to Happen. WoodSongs Kid: The Wallace Sisters are three sisters, Mia (16), Audrey (15), and Adrianna (13) from Lexington, KY who specialize in acapella.
After a nationwide search, Henry Louis Gates, Jr. solves deep family mysteries for three everyday Americans -- compelling each to reimagine their identity.
Diana Rigg, Phyllis Logan and Ainsley Harriott are some of the celebrities that are hitting the Road Trip this season in search of antiques that will win big at auction. Travelling in vintage cars and accompanied by experts, these celebrities traverse Great Britain looking for the most interesting, unique and valuable treasures.
Termite damage has caused major construction changes. New footings are needed in the basement. A historic community garden is toured. A 15-year-old student talks about working on the project. The old sewer line is replaced without trenching.
Richard praises the marvel of modern plumbing, then retrofits a radiant floor system; Nathan explains cable railing connections and maintenance; Jenn shares the updated USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map.
From baseball games to marine life rehabilitation, Clearwater is the hot spot for your next Florida getaway. Colleen and her daughters take in a minor league baseball game, catch and cook their own food straight from the ocean, learn about the importance of the rescue and rehabilitation of marine life, and check out all the amazing things that can be built with sand. This perfect beach-side vacation will have viewers longing for the sea.
A rare opportunity to explore the Snake River through the eyes and voices of Native American Leaders from the Tribes that intimately understand the land, the River and the importance of the Salmon. Ride the rapids and float through this dramatic landscape that connects the past to the present - all while having a great time on the river.
California is a land of extremes - tallest, deepest, highest, hottest. But in a rapidly changing and thirsty world, drought, dams and fire pose dire threats to an ecosystem connected by rivers on land, in the air and in the sea.
Pears got their start in Oregon back in 1847 when an Iowa native brought the fruit to the region. In 2005, the Oregon legislature named the pear the state fruit as Oregon's climate and soil allow pears of many varieties to thrive. Capri visits an orchard owned by a Japanese American family whose founders were held captive in an internment camp during WWII and she learns different ways pears can be prepared.
Topic: Food Waste, Foraging, Gleaning, Dumpster Diving (Freeganing). In the U.S. alone, 133 billion pounds of food are wasted each year. It's no surprise that gleaning, foraging and freegan ideology are becoming a popular trend in the face of that number. Rodman and Gina join Freegan vlogger and co-creator of FallenFruit.org, Ethan Welte for a hands on demonstration of the good that can be done through gleaning local farmers markets for food banks, urban foraging for wild growing fruit and, in a segment that will test Rodman's (and the viewers) limits, Ethan takes Rodman dumpster diving to get an up close look at the U.S. food waste problem.
PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA programs demystify science and technology and highlight the people involved in scientific pursuits.
You may not be able to live like a royal, but wouldn't it be nice to shop like one? In this episode, we explore the curious world of Royal Warrants, a special designation given to only the best shops and services, literally fit for a king (or queen, or prince or princess). Kind of like knighthood for a shop. From the royal dressmakers to tiara makers to the royal cheesemonger (yes, there is such a thing); we take you across London, inside the world of the royals.
The road-trippers explore the Experience Music Project in Seattle, where experience designer Andrea Weatherhead advises that the best path toward happiness is getting to know yourself. In Colorado, the team meets interior designer Eiko Okura, who urges them to stop overthinking and see what emerges, and Michael Franti, who advocates for making lots of decisions and seeing what sticks.
FOREVER WILD chronicles an environmental and democratic triumph in the historic town of Telluride, Colorado. A billionaire developer plotted to turn 600 acres of pristine valley floor into a mammoth lake and golf resort by manipulating the politicians and press. Nothing stood in his way until a small group of citizens united the residents, rallied the community, and fought for the land.
While in Rome investigating the leaking of classified documents from the American Embassy, McQuinn stumbles upon a German counterfeiting plot. Directed by: Erle C. Kenton Writer: Robert C. Dennis Cesar Romero as Steve McQuinn Donna Martell as Lilliana Carl Milletaire as Florio David Kasday as Nino Initially broadcast in 1955. The adventures of a U.S. diplomatic courier, as he travels to distant countries with important communiques to America's allies and dodges enemy agents.
McQuinn protects a Rumanian industrialist and his children from enemy agents. Directed by: Sobey Martin Writer: Donald S. Sanford Cesar Romero as Steve McQuinn Gladys Holland as Lucia Valencic John E. Wengraf as Colonel Bucar Initially broadcast on February 16, 1956. The adventures of a U.S. diplomatic courier, as he travels to distant countries with important communiques to America's allies and dodges enemy agents.
Bring your appetites as the nine remaining home cooks share their favorite go-to quick meals and the dishes that always win over a crowd. Get ready for everything from mouth-watering shrimp tacos to a spicy sriracha pasta.
PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA programs demystify science and technology and highlight the people involved in scientific pursuits.
Elizabeth's enemies grow in strength, but her spymaster Robert Cecil also fights an enemy within. An ambitious aristocrat is trying to take over his network. At stake is control over the aging queen and the power to choose the next King of England.
FOREVER WILD chronicles an environmental and democratic triumph in the historic town of Telluride, Colorado. A billionaire developer plotted to turn 600 acres of pristine valley floor into a mammoth lake and golf resort by manipulating the politicians and press. Nothing stood in his way until a small group of citizens united the residents, rallied the community, and fought for the land.
Patti Little Bird is desperate to get her kids back, but she doesn't know where they have been taken. Eighteen years later, Bezhig/Esther is desperate to find her family. Both women are lost, tangled in the exact same place, decades apart.
A handful of senators plot to end his rule in the only way they can: by taking his life. But will it be enough to save the Republic?
Five hundred nautical miles from the North Pole, a research team sets out to measure the world's largest and oldest sea ice floes. Steve is an expedition leader who has led projects in the High Arctic for 40 years. Chris is a polar oceanographer who studies ice floes from a Harvard lab. They know the data, the models, the science. None of that has prepared them for the truth on the ground. The floes are crumbling and collapsing, the old ice is gone. Caught in a frozen maelstrom, something has to give.
Climate change is a critical scientific and social issue that confronts today's world. Nowhere are the consequences of a warming climate more pronounced and observable than in the Polar Regions. The documentary FROZEN OBSESSION follows the 18-day, 2,000-mile Northwest Passage Project expedition through the stunningly beautiful and extreme Canadian Arctic Archipelago aboard the Swedish research icebreaker Oden. During the expedition, the Northwest Passage Project team studies water chemistry, microbiology, birds, mammals, and physical oceanography. As FROZEN OBSESSION bears witness to a dramatically changing Arctic, we gain a sobering assessment of what's at stake. But in a hopeful turn, the film also witnesses the exhilarating life-changing experiences of the students on this expedition, who represent the next generation of scientists and decision makers who will surely make a difference in the world.
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.
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.
BRIDGING DIVIDES: SHARING HEARTBEATS profiles six organizations bringing people together whose beliefs, experiences and opinions may differ but who are united in their desire to find a common bond. The film asks pertinent questions about diversity and community, seeking ways to bridge the issues and ideas that divide us. In Northern Ireland's PeacePlayers program, Catholic and Protestant youth unite on and off the basketball court to break historical divisions. At the U.S.-Mexico border, Fandango Fronterizo - an annual music festival - creates a shared experience for people divided by a physical wall. In Omaha, Nebraska, a synagogue, mosque and church share a campus and interfaith center that brings the community together. The film also shares the work of the Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom, an organization of Jewish and Muslim women; an Israeli and Palestinian youth chorus in Jerusalem; and the Chicago Children's Choir, which has brought diverse young people together through music since 1956. Through these different stories, the film highlights how polarized groups can develop a greater understanding and respect for each other. In putting aside grievances, people discover shared interests and become enriched by the experience. BRIDGING DIVIDES reveals ways we all can learn to overcome our differences and find common ground.
This episode is all about greatness and passing that down! Starting with Susan Cohen, an immigration lawyer who has been fighting for the rights of a over the years is making history. We also have Ol ll people. We discover how her work Olympic Gold Medalist Cullen Jones who's story is one that started with trauma, it's fueled with breaking barriers and continues with his legacy building for future swimmers Joseph Gordon-Levitt . Plus to keep kids' imagination and creativity alive, we hear how tt is doing this with his new show, Wolfboy and the Everything Factory. Finally, when it comes to a positive impact, Tom Felter and his daughter, Emily, are showing others how to properly deal with individuals with cognitive impairment. Each guest truly making their impact and passing that down to the next generation!
Guest: Jeffrey Kolitch, Portfolio Manager, Baron Real Estate Fund. On this week's Consuelo Mack WealthTrack: Top-ranked real estate fund manager Jeffrey Kolitch on opportunities in commercial real estate.
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.
A handful of senators plot to end his rule in the only way they can: by taking his life. But will it be enough to save the Republic?
Five hundred nautical miles from the North Pole, a research team sets out to measure the world's largest and oldest sea ice floes. Steve is an expedition leader who has led projects in the High Arctic for 40 years. Chris is a polar oceanographer who studies ice floes from a Harvard lab. They know the data, the models, the science. None of that has prepared them for the truth on the ground. The floes are crumbling and collapsing, the old ice is gone. Caught in a frozen maelstrom, something has to give.
Climate change is a critical scientific and social issue that confronts today's world. Nowhere are the consequences of a warming climate more pronounced and observable than in the Polar Regions. The documentary FROZEN OBSESSION follows the 18-day, 2,000-mile Northwest Passage Project expedition through the stunningly beautiful and extreme Canadian Arctic Archipelago aboard the Swedish research icebreaker Oden. During the expedition, the Northwest Passage Project team studies water chemistry, microbiology, birds, mammals, and physical oceanography. As FROZEN OBSESSION bears witness to a dramatically changing Arctic, we gain a sobering assessment of what's at stake. But in a hopeful turn, the film also witnesses the exhilarating life-changing experiences of the students on this expedition, who represent the next generation of scientists and decision makers who will surely make a difference in the world.
Guest: Jeffrey Kolitch, Portfolio Manager, Baron Real Estate Fund. On this week's Consuelo Mack WealthTrack: Top-ranked real estate fund manager Jeffrey Kolitch on opportunities in commercial real estate.
This episode is all about greatness and passing that down! Starting with Susan Cohen, an immigration lawyer who has been fighting for the rights of a over the years is making history. We also have Ol ll people. We discover how her work Olympic Gold Medalist Cullen Jones who's story is one that started with trauma, it's fueled with breaking barriers and continues with his legacy building for future swimmers Joseph Gordon-Levitt . Plus to keep kids' imagination and creativity alive, we hear how tt is doing this with his new show, Wolfboy and the Everything Factory. Finally, when it comes to a positive impact, Tom Felter and his daughter, Emily, are showing others how to properly deal with individuals with cognitive impairment. Each guest truly making their impact and passing that down to the next generation!
DIVIDED WE FALL: LISTENING WITH CURIOSITY expands upon the conversations introduced in the documentary DIVIDED WE FALL: UNITY WITHOUT TRAGEDY, which focused on how two groups of strangers, divided over then President Trump, came to listen to each other with curiosity, see each other's humanity, and form bonds across political divides. LISTENING WITH CURIOSITY shows viewers how those bonds have endured. The program spotlights eight original cast members, equally ideologically divided between Red and Blue, who reunited for a screening of the original film and discussion with a live audience in April 2022. The new program presents the original UNITY WITHOUT TRAGEDY documentary to viewers, then includes highlights from the reunion screening and Q&A discussion. The program also features three experts in the field of conflict resolution who discuss the hope they see in the experiment.
Walk the Walk, showcases a unique college class where students have been going beyond talking about possible solutions to problems facing American society to actually implementing policy changes which get at their root causes. Produced by Bob Gliner (Schools that Change Communities, Barefoot College) this very timely and informative documentary focuses on three critical issues the class addresses over a twelve year period, 2007 - 2019. Viewers see a diverse range of students try to implement an innovative solution to devastation caused along the Gulf Coast by Hurricane Katrina, successfully raise the minimum wage in San Jose California, and develop policies to confront increasing cases of homelessness among college students. While many of us feel increasing frustration and powerlessness when confronted with the nation's seeming inability to solve the many pressing social problems it faces, Walk the Walk provides a model for democracy to come alive in our nation's classrooms, in the process, educating and invigorating students to improve the communities and larger society they inhabit.
A handful of senators plot to end his rule in the only way they can: by taking his life. But will it be enough to save the Republic?
Five hundred nautical miles from the North Pole, a research team sets out to measure the world's largest and oldest sea ice floes. Steve is an expedition leader who has led projects in the High Arctic for 40 years. Chris is a polar oceanographer who studies ice floes from a Harvard lab. They know the data, the models, the science. None of that has prepared them for the truth on the ground. The floes are crumbling and collapsing, the old ice is gone. Caught in a frozen maelstrom, something has to give.
Climate change is a critical scientific and social issue that confronts today's world. Nowhere are the consequences of a warming climate more pronounced and observable than in the Polar Regions. The documentary FROZEN OBSESSION follows the 18-day, 2,000-mile Northwest Passage Project expedition through the stunningly beautiful and extreme Canadian Arctic Archipelago aboard the Swedish research icebreaker Oden. During the expedition, the Northwest Passage Project team studies water chemistry, microbiology, birds, mammals, and physical oceanography. As FROZEN OBSESSION bears witness to a dramatically changing Arctic, we gain a sobering assessment of what's at stake. But in a hopeful turn, the film also witnesses the exhilarating life-changing experiences of the students on this expedition, who represent the next generation of scientists and decision makers who will surely make a difference in the world.
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 Helsinki's underground bunkers, some spaces are open to public use, with a pool, play areas and more.
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.
While traveling through the Amazon, Uyra shares ancestral knowledge with Indigenous youth to promote the significance of identity and place, threatened by Brazil's oppressive political regime. Through dance, poetry, and stunning characterization, Uyra boldly confronts historical racism, transphobia, and environmental destruction, while emphasizing the interdependence of humans and the environment.
Three communities intersect, sharing histories of forced removal - Japanese Americans who were incarcerated at the Manzanar WWII concentration camp, Native Americans who were forced from these lands, and ranchers turned environmentalists, who were bought out by the LA Department of Water and Power. How do they come together in the present moment to defend their land and water from Los Angeles?
Explore the fight against Asian American hate following the March 2021 mass shootings at three spas in Atlanta. Examine how this critical moment of racial reckoning sheds light on the struggles, triumphs and achievements of AAPI communities.
In HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS, a family reeling from the unjust incarceration of an ailing mentally ill loved one, calls on their faith and the strength of community to right a systemic wrong. Music, love and creativity are used to permeate the isolation of a solitary confinement cell, and a public performance on prison grounds is used to challenge the state to do better.
RECIPROCITY PROJECT is a collection of stories highlighting the value of communities living in reciprocity with the Earth. Featuring seven short films created with Indigenous communities across Turtle Island in the U.S. and Colombia, the filmmakers and community partners created stories in response to the question, "What does reciprocity mean to you and your community?" Each film shines a light on the challenges and triumphs of those who celebrate and fight for their communities, heritage, and land in the face of the modern industrial age. It invites learning from time-honored and current Indigenous ways of life and teaches us how to conserve our relationship with the Earth.
Kevin travels to Portland, Oregon to learn how to protect homes from earthquakes; Mark stains concrete; in Open House, Tom explains why and how to change the locks in a new home; Richard travels to Cleveland to reroute a lengthy dryer vent.
Tom installs crown molding on cabinets with full overlay doors; Richard discusses toilet seats; Mauro teaches apprentice Mary how to strip wallpaper without using any chemicals.
Mauro helps a homeowner clean up and repaint a rusty metal railing; Richard discusses some innovations that can make clearing a clogged sink easier; Tom and Kevin build a wine rack out of a reclaimed beam.
Tom demonstrates how to sharpen a knife; Mauro teaches a homeowner how to re-stain her deck; Mark demonstrates the best way to build a fire to prevent smoke from filling up the room; Ross learns about innovations to automatic water shutoff valves.
Test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison Alu Parathas (Punjabi Potato-Stuffed Griddle Breads). Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews ladles. Test cook Keith Dresser and host Bridget Lancaster fry up Pakoras (South Asian Spiced Vegetable Fritters).
Food writer Sheri Castle admits her love affair with homegrown tomatoes and talks with the "Tomato Man," heirloom tomato gardening expert Craig LeHoullier. She shares her recipes for a savory summertime tomato pie and a cherry tomato and black pepper cornbread panzanella. Sheri also cooks along with Yordanys "Jay" Bastardo to make his Dominican tomato and shellfish gumbo.
Today's trendsetting Asian restauranteurs/entrepreneurs are delighting diners with traditional Malay breakfast (Kopitiam), the unique Thai-Chinese cuisine of Phuket (Wan Wan), reimagined temaki (Nami Nori), luxe Michelin-starred contemporary Korean BBQ (Cote), and reimagined South Indian cuisine (Unapologetic Foods). Learn why Asian food has never been more exciting or inventive.
Test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Julia Collin Davison Alu Parathas (Punjabi Potato-Stuffed Griddle Breads). Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews ladles. Test cook Keith Dresser and host Bridget Lancaster fry up Pakoras (South Asian Spiced Vegetable Fritters).
Termite damage has caused major construction changes. New footings are needed in the basement. A historic community garden is toured. A 15-year-old student talks about working on the project. The old sewer line is replaced without trenching.
Richard praises the marvel of modern plumbing, then retrofits a radiant floor system; Nathan explains cable railing connections and maintenance; Jenn shares the updated USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map.
The small towns and rural charms of Tuscany give us a healthy dose of the "sweet life" as we hunt for truffles in an oak forest, nibble through an artichoke festival, share a farmhouse feast, and ride a classic convertible through the cypress groves of Mona Lisa's back yard.
Bob Ross paints a golden field of sparse pines and other greenery inside the unique shape with curved, cut-in corners.
Your core consists of more than just your abs - it includes your back, sides, and entire midsection! Having a strong core will reduce back pain while helping you to do any physical activities efficiently and without injury. In this intermediate standing & floor workout Miranda will work your entire core.
"Our roots ground us and bring us nourishment." Bring extra awareness to your feet and legs, which are your roots, so each yoga posture can build from a strong foundation. Nestled under towering trees, this practice includes postures to strengthen and stretch the lower and upper body. It also consists of different balancing postures to improve focus and balance and bring extra awareness to improve how we use our legs and feet. With solid roots we can face our world with more strength and resilience.
In part two of this two-part series, Angela re-visits the Feather Love quilt on a frame quilting machine to really dig into one of most enduringly popular quilting motifs: feathers. Whether you're using digitized quilting or rulers or free-motion to make them, these feather designs will be a feather in your quilting cap!
Wilson demonstrates his "Paint Smart, Not Hard" technique to create a pair of graceful waterflow. In part 1, he preps the swans and renders the background.
Richard praises the marvel of modern plumbing, then retrofits a radiant floor system; Nathan explains cable railing connections and maintenance; Jenn shares the updated USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map.
Termite damage has caused major construction changes. New footings are needed in the basement. A historic community garden is toured. A 15-year-old student talks about working on the project. The old sewer line is replaced without trenching.
Noted author of Weedless Gardening, Dr. Lee Reich knows a thing or two about gardening. This soil scientist and avid gardener has perfected the art and science of making great compost, and he's known for another specialty - growing unusual fruit. In this episode, we're back to visit Lee once again. This time, we dig into some of the other fascinating pursuits of this ever-curious and sought-after garden authority. Local Angle: New Paltz, NY resident and national authority on horticulture, Lee Reich shares tips for successfully growing fruit from his backyard farmden. This episode also features a segment from the iconic Mohonk Mountain House.
If our landscaping has gotten old and tired, where should we start in order to spruce it up? GardenSMART chronicles the steps taken to turn this dated space into a vibrant English cottage garden. This episode starts at the very beginning of the transformation, and there are great gardening lesson throughout. Tune in as we GardenSMART.
Lee troubleshoots why a backyard won't grow grass and installs a shade-tolerant sod; Ross shares what to consider before converting to heat pumps; Kevin and maker Sarah Nadarajah build a side table.
Nathan installs a shade sail for a sunny pool area; AskTOH spotlights the brothers of a fourth-generation landscaping company in the Atlanta area; Mark makes a cost-effective concrete walkway repair.
Mark replaces a chipped brick in a fireplace surround and then Mauro updates it with a whitewashed look; Richard shares some advice on maintaining water heaters; Tom demonstrates the importance of a properly installed drip edge.
Tom travels to Pittsburgh to replace a bi-fold closet door with one that is more appropriate for the house; Jenn discusses alternatives to flower bouquets that make great gifts; Mauro paints a bathroom using a mold resistant paint.
Mark explains how to make concrete; Tom replaces a broken pane in a basement window; in Future Hosue, Ross travels to NASA Johnson Space Center to learn about the technology they use on the International Space Station to keep the astronauts alive.
Jenn partners with an ecologist in Wyoming to learn about prairie grasses and how to care for them; Kevin learns about ways to make a home more resistant against wildfires; in Future House, Ross sees a robotic solar array that mimics a sunflower.
Kevin travels to Portland, Oregon to learn how to protect homes from earthquakes; Mark stains concrete; in Open House, Tom explains why and how to change the locks in a new home; Richard travels to Cleveland to reroute a lengthy dryer vent.
Tom installs crown molding on cabinets with full overlay doors; Richard discusses toilet seats; Mauro teaches apprentice Mary how to strip wallpaper without using any chemicals.
Mauro helps a homeowner clean up and repaint a rusty metal railing; Richard discusses some innovations that can make clearing a clogged sink easier; Tom and Kevin build a wine rack out of a reclaimed beam.
Tom demonstrates how to sharpen a knife; Mauro teaches a homeowner how to re-stain her deck; Mark demonstrates the best way to build a fire to prevent smoke from filling up the room; Ross learns about innovations to automatic water shutoff valves.
Termite damage has caused major construction changes. New footings are needed in the basement. A historic community garden is toured. A 15-year-old student talks about working on the project. The old sewer line is replaced without trenching.
Richard praises the marvel of modern plumbing, then retrofits a radiant floor system; Nathan explains cable railing connections and maintenance; Jenn shares the updated USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map.
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison bake perfectly spiced Kanelbullar (Swedish Cinnamon Buns). Gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews robot vacuums. Julia shows Bridget how to make Gravlax.'
Bryan Roof visits Marksville, Louisiana for a pig roast and shares his version of Cajun Rice Dressing with host Julia Collin Davison. Ashley Moore makes host Bridget Lancaster Stuffed Turkey Wings.
After Rome fell, Europe spent a thousand years in its Middle Ages. Its art shows how the light of civilization flickered in monasteries and on Europe's fringes: Christian Byzantium, Moorish Spain, and pagan Vikings. Then, around A.D. 1000, Europe rebounded. The High Middle Ages brought majestic castles, radiant Gothic cathedrals, and exquisite art that dazzled the faithful and the secular alike.
Connoisseurs of Italy find that its quintessential charms survive in its classic hill towns. From San Gimignano's medieval towers, to Cortona's charming lanes, to Orvieto's papal intrigue, to Civita di Bagnoregio's cliff-hanging vistas...all sit on lofty stone perches that now seem to protect them only from the modern world.
In this episode, we make our favorite Milk Street sweets. Milk Street Cook Lynn Clark whips up rich and gooey Maple-Whiskey Pudding Cakes. Milk Street Cook Catherine Smart teaches Christopher Kimball how to get the perfect texture on our Chocolate-Almond Spice Cookies. Briana Holt of Portland's Tandem Coffee and Bakery then stops by for a Milk Street Visit, where she walks Chris through a recipe for Triple Ginger Scones with Chocolate Chunks.
In this episode, we bake two chocolate cakes, one a special-occasion dessert and the other a quick, one-bowl affair. First, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges make Chocolate-Hazelnut Cream Cake with a whipped ganache filling. Then, Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri bakes a gooey-centered Swedish "Sticky" Chocolate Cake, topped with a Flavored Whipped Cream that balances out the cake's richness.
Cantina's have historically been bars that act as men's clubs where men come together to drink, eat and be merry. Or talk about their broken hearts. Pati meets with local author and Cantina historian David Canales who takes Pati to two very different style Cantina's in Monterrey and has a taste of the stories, and food they offer. In the kitchen recipes: Tacos Rojos de Queso Fresco con Salsa Verde con Piquin; Red Tacos with Queso Fresco and Piquin Salsa verde; Salsa Verde con Piquin; Piquin Salsa Verde; Huevos con Papa Hash, Elote y Chorizo; Hash, Corn, Chorizo and Eggs.
A Connecticut man attempts to convert an old farmhouse and barn filled with his late father's artwork into a memorial that celebrates his dad's accomplishments as an artist.
Bob Ross paints a golden field of sparse pines and other greenery inside the unique shape with curved, cut-in corners.
Bob Ross shows us how to paint a beautiful and detailed winter scene with graceful leafless trees galore.
After Rome fell, Europe spent a thousand years in its Middle Ages. Its art shows how the light of civilization flickered in monasteries and on Europe's fringes: Christian Byzantium, Moorish Spain, and pagan Vikings. Then, around A.D. 1000, Europe rebounded. The High Middle Ages brought majestic castles, radiant Gothic cathedrals, and exquisite art that dazzled the faithful and the secular alike.
Chef Jasper White creates a New England fish chowder and his special pan-roasted lobster. He also demonstrates his trick for getting all the meat out of a lobster claw.
Whether you're hosting guests or just seeking a reason to get out of bed, this show amps up your breakfast game by firing up the grill. First, a spectacular breakfast pizza. Next, a supremely satisfying twice grilled vegetable frittata. Finally, outrageous smoke-grilled cinnamon rolls from chef Russel Cunningham of St. Louis' Union Station. Of course, there will be bacon. BREAKFAST PIZZA; TWICE-GRILLED VEGETABLE FRITTATA; BACON BOURBON CINNAMON ROLLS Guest: Russel Cunningham - St. Louis Union Station Hotel.
Texas has long been a place of contentious borders and cross-cultural exchange. Six national flags have flown over Texas since the 1500s, starting with European contests for the land that followed 10,000 years of Native American history there. From Spanish missions, to a French shipwreck, to a former sugarcane plantation, we visit to ask: How did Texas become Texas?
Taped deep within the subterranean amphitheater of The Caverns in Tennessee's majestic Cumberland Mountains, "The Caverns Sessions" (formerly known as "Bluegrass Underground") features both long-established and emerging artists within a broad spectrum of genres to include Roots-Rock, Jam Band, R&B, Country, Soul, Hip Hop, Folk, Americana and Bluegrass - music from the heart of the American experience.
The Sound of Ideas reports the news, explains the news, and sometimes makes news. The Cleveland Press Club awarded it "Best Radio Show" in Ohio and thousands daily find it to be an indispensable source of information about what's most important to Northeast Ohioans. The Sound of Ideas airs live on 90.3 WCPN in Cleveland, on the Ohio Channel and at www.ohiochannel.org. Interact with The Sound of Ideas During the show: 216-578-0903 or 866-578-0903 Last Word line: 216-916-6397, e-mail Twitter: @soundofideas
All Sides with Ann Fisher is a daily public-affairs talk show designed to - over time - touch upon all sides of the issues and events that shape life in central Ohio. The coverage is fair and balanced with a civil tone. Topics are driven by the top news stories of the day - local, regional, national and international -- and the trends in what we read and what we like to eat, where we worship and play, and more. Local issues and news-related topics will tend to dominate the first hour with larger issues and authors saved for the second. Guests will include leaders in their fields, the vanguard of their movements, the hearts and souls of the central Ohio community, the authors that make us think.
All Sides with Ann Fisher is a daily public-affairs talk show designed to - over time - touch upon all sides of the issues and events that shape life in central Ohio. The coverage is fair and balanced with a civil tone. Topics are driven by the top news stories of the day - local, regional, national and international -- and the trends in what we read and what we like to eat, where we worship and play, and more. Local issues and news-related topics will tend to dominate the first hour with larger issues and authors saved for the second. Guests will include leaders in their fields, the vanguard of their movements, the hearts and souls of the central Ohio community, the authors that make us think.
The City Club of Cleveland is the oldest continuous free speech forum in America. Its speakers have included everyone from President Bill Clinton to Will Rogers and Jane Fonda.
A prolific writer of award-winning science fiction, nonfiction, columns and web pieces John Scalzi may be best known for his Old Man's War series. A former president of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, Scalzi writes from his home in the village of Bradford, Ohio.
The Ultimate Intersection of Arts & Culture. An exciting and original weekly magazine show, developed by the award-winning production team of WOSU Public Media, explores the character and creativity of Columbus and beyond.
Applause is a weekly series designed to celebrate and promote a regional lifestyle that has as its primary theme the use of the Cleveland area's arts and cultural resources.
The Ohio Arts Council's Riffe Gallery presents Material Pulses: 8 Viewpoints from May 12 - July 16, 2016. Nancy Crow, an internationally recognized quilt-maker and the co-founder of Quilt Surface Design Symposium andQuilt National, curates the exhibition of quilts and textiles. Though curated by Ohio-born Crow, the exhibition features eight international artists from the Midwest to the Southwest, Canada to the United Kingdom (UK). These artists investigate color, pattern, and size through traditional and experimental quilt-making applications. FEATURED ARTISTS Mary Lou Alexander, Hubbard, OH Claire Benn, Betchworth, Surrey, UK Elizabeth Brandt, Holland, MI Christine Mauersberger, Cleveland, OH Jan Myers-Newbury, Pittsburgh, PA Denise Roberts, Albright, WV Jayne Willoughby, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Weekly Ohio news program aimed at 4th-8th grade students. Produced by WVIZ in Cleveland.
Artists will make art out of anything. Ohio LEGO artist Dr. Paul Janssen creates small-scale and large-scale replicas using only LEGOs, and shares them with the world through the Central Ohio LEGO Train Club. The COLTC, founded in 2003 by a group of LEGO art enthusiasts, ignites passion in kids and adults alike by displaying members' replicas and unique creations in town-like settings. Watch Dr. Janssen's journey from the Columbus Zoo, to the Ohio State Fair, and finally to the Columbus Museum of Art's "Think Outside the Brick" exhibit.
Interstate 77, Interstate 75, The Ohio Turnpike. Where did these highways come from? We have all traveled a highway, but most of us have never thought about how these roads came to be. It seems so simple; jump in the car, get on the road, and arrive at your destination. It hasn't always been this way. Up until the 1950's, traveling across the country was not easy. Unless you traveled one roadway in particular. The Lincoln Highway.
Conservation partners work to reintroduce the American Burying Beetle in Ohio Life of a 13-lined ground squirrel Dove hunting with dogs Feeding meal worms to birds How to safely transport firearms Wild Game Gourmet: grilled venison kabobs.
Tom interviews Arif and discusses the benefits of TOMATOES and the research that has been accomplished at the Ohio State University South Centers. September 27, 2022
In rural parts of America, many residents lack access to high-speed Internet. Major carriers can't make it cost-effective to serve low-density areas, and government funding for broadband infrastructure has been minimal. "Life in the Heart Land" explores how Virginia electric co-ops are bringing broadband to Virginia's rural communities.
Steve show us how to build a patio table that will lead multiple lives.
David and Aaron Cabello are the founders of Black and Mobile. A food delivery company that is on a mission to help elevate underserved black owned businesses. Focused on businesses that are often overlooked, Black and Mobile provides them with the technology they need to not only expand their customer base and stay competitive in this rapid changing economy.
The first half of the 1900's represents the last era of American life that, for most families, began largely unchanged from the generations that came before. OUR AMERICAN FAMILY: THE BARRERAS From the darkness of a coal mine in New Mexico to vibrant beauty under the California sun, Our American Family: The Barreras Family provides a compelling narrative of unwavering commitment to family. Life in the remote company-owned town of Madrid in the 1920s and '30s was a mixture of hard, dangerous work offset by the joy of baseball and celebrations. With the closing of the mine in the early '40s, the extended family re-established itself in southern California by living frugally and powerfully supporting one another through challenges.
From the Tennessee-Virginia State Line, Farm and Fun Time brings you a high-energy, fun-filled performance that puts a modern spin on classic live radio, featuring contemporary roots music artists & segments that celebrate Appalachian Culture. Host Kris Truelsen and house band Bill and the Belles tie it all together for an entertaining experience you won't soon forget! This week's show features the high-octane new-grass inspired sounds of North Carolina based quintet Unspoken Tradition, and the dynamic musings of the heartfelt husband-wife duo, Darin & Brooke Aldridge. We also take a visit to Virginia to O'Possum's Bottom Farm in Gate City, VA to learn more about sustainable practices of goat cheese production in Southwest Virginia.
Explore the work of two legendary virtuosos, Nicolo Paganini and Robert Johnson, along with stars of today, Augustin Hadelich and Keb Mo. Joined by Cirque du Soleil acrobats, discover the secrets of being a virtuoso.
Renowned jazz saxophonist Joshua Redman takes the stage at the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater for a mesmerizing performance of his Blue Note Records debut album, where are we. Joining forces with soulful vocalist Gabrielle Cavassa, the artists take on music from Rodgers & Hart to Springsteen, all interpreted with the improvisational brilliance and melodic invention that is a hallmark of Redman's artistry -- and of this all-star ensemble featuring Aaron Parks (piano), Joe Sanders (bass), and Brian Blade (drums).
Follow actress Keira Knightley as she learns, through conversations with family members and historians, of the extraordinary triumphs and tragedies her grandparents faced during some of the biggest conflicts of World War II.
Lyla and Luke playfully create and act out variations on a fairy tale. / Lyla, Louis, and Stu explore the neighborhood to track down a lost package.
NATURE CAT follows Fred, a house cat who dreams of exploring the great outdoors. In each episode, once his family leaves for the day, Fred transforms into Nature Cat, "backyard explorer extraordinaire." Nature Cat can't wait to get outside for a day of backyard nature excursions and bravery, but there's one problem: He's still a house cat with no instincts for nature. Like many of today's kids, Nature Cat is eager and enthusiastic about outside activities, but is at times intimidated by them. With the help of his animal friends, Nature Cat embarks on action-packed adventures that include exciting missions full of nature investigation, "aha" discovery moments and humor, all while inspiring children to go outside and "play the show."
ARTHUR is based on the best-selling children's books by Marc Brown. The series revolves around an eight year-old aardvark, his four year-old sister DW, and their family and friends. ARTHUR is a show about being a kid, exploring the world, and finding your place in it. It's about kids finding inner strengths, learning to make choices for themselves, taking responsibility for them and of course, having fun. In each episode, Arthur and his gang guide us through stories that deal with real "kid issues" -- timeless difficulties and joys that all kids experience. The series also models the joys and rewards of literacy by presenting the many ways kids and adults incorporate reading and writing into their lives. Above all, ARTHUR is a comedy that tells its stories from a kids' point of view, never moralizing or talking down to them.
A Case of the Sing-Alongs - When Mayor Macklemore catches a case of the Sing-A-Longs, Olive and Otto must discover the cause before the Mayor sings his way out of his job! Curriculum: Algebraic thinking; patterns. Ms. O Uh Oh - When a Ms. O from the past shows up at the office, Otto and Oscar must send her back to the day she came from or risk causing a time catastrophe. Curriculum: Measurement; calendar.
While cruising across the African savanna in the Tortuga, a gust of wind blows a piece of paper out of Aviva's hand and into an ostrich nest. The bros think it's a new secret formula and they spring into action to rescue her work from one of the most protective parents on earth - the ostrich! Science Concept: Ecology and reproduction of the ostrich.
When Koki and Jimmy get walloped by mosquitoes in the Cypress Swamp, Aviva, Martin, and Chris go on a fact-finding adventure to find out exactly why mosquitoes try to steal our blood in the first place!
Lyla and Luke playfully create and act out variations on a fairy tale. / Lyla, Louis, and Stu explore the neighborhood to track down a lost package.
Going Toe to Toe with a Dinosaur Molly and Vera join scientists as they visit a dinosaur excavation site. Will they find a real dinosaur fossil? After a few false starts, the girls uncover what they think might be the discovery of a lifetime. Sassy Ladies on Ice The Sassy Ladies of Saskatoon are back-this time in search of a glacier they saw 30 years ago. Molly is excited to join them, but after a long plane ride and hike, Molly and the Sassy Ladies are surprised to discover that the glacier has disappeared. What happened to it?
Ice Sculpture When Auntie Midge informs Molly that her Mom was once an accomplished ice sculptor, Molly decides to organize an ice-sculpting competition in Qyah. But when rising temperatures threaten to melt the ice, Molly must come up with a clever solution to save the contest. Tale of a Totem Molly's excitement about attending her first totem pole raising in Sitka quickly turns to panic when she and Randall accidentally lose an important piece of the totem pole-one of the abalone shell eyes on a raven. Can they find a replacement before the ceremony that afternoon?
When the bell on top of the school's Leaping Tower keeps ringing, Sparks' Crew plans and conducts an investigation. They discover that vibrations make sound, but what's causing the bell to vibrate and ring? Curriculum: Vibrating matter can make sounds. / When Sparks' Crew decides to restyle their current hero suits, they have to figure out what materials they can use. But, is it the right stuff to help them save the day? Curriculum: Materials have different properties; it is possible to sort, describe and compare materials based on their properties.
Math rules in the animated adventure series CYBERCHASE. CYBERCHASE energizes kids ages eight to eleven with math power. Full of cyber-mysteries with eye-popping animation and a sly comic flair, the daily series features the voices of Christopher Lloyd and Gilbert Gottfried. CYBERCHASE sends the message that math is fun - it's about problem solving and, boy, does it come in handy. When the dastardly villain Hacker (Lloyd) launches a mad mission to conquer the virtual universe, Motherboard calls upon three earth kids for help. They are Jackie, Matt and Inez - the culturally diverse heroes of CYBERCHASE - who, along with the wise-cracking cyber-bird Digit (Gottfried), travel from their real-world realm to the colorful virtual vistas of cyberspace, where they vanquish the bad guys in an all-out battle of wits. Each episode takes the kids on a thrilling adventure driven by a different math concept - from tackling time in ancient Egyptian tombs to cracking codes in creepy caves or making sense of numbers in a fractured fairy tale world.
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.
Trees Company - Sally and Nick are playing up in their treehouse when Nick's mom calls them for lunch. Nick wonders what it would be like to stay up in that tree all the time! The Cat in the Hat knows! Or at least he has friends that do. In Jimmer Jammer Jungle the kids learn how different animals spend their entire lives in trees. As neat as that is, there's one thing those trees don't have, and that's mom's home cooking! Now You See Me - Nick and Sally are playing hide and go seek, but Sally keeps getting found! The Cat takes the kids to meet the best hider ever, his friend Gecko! Through a game of hide and go seek in the jungle, the kids learn how Gecko not only hides, but how he runs and climbs. Now Sally knows how to camouflage herself so she won't be so easily found!
"The Sparkle Kart" Pinkalicious and Peter spot Kendra in a flashy store-bought go kart! With some help from Mommy, they make a homemade kart, the Sparkle Speedster, but is it fast enough to beat Kendra? Curriculum: (Visual Arts) Construct Assemblages; (STEAM) Engingeering - creating something out of existing materials. "The Pinkville Merry-Go-Round" The new Pinkville merry-go-round has... one bench? That's no fun to ride. Pinkalicious and friends search all over Pinkville to find ways to make the merry-go-round more pinkamazing. Curriculum: (Visual Arts) Model flexible thinking as part of creative problem solving. Interstitial: With help from Jay (AKA "The Pastry Queen"), kids accessorize their bikes with robot-inspired decorations to ride in a parade.
Robotta's Singing Delivery Service: When Robotta responds to a sung command, Pinkalicious and Peter get an idea to set up their own delivery service. Before long Robotta is singing and delivering packages all across Pinkville - though maybe not to the right address Curriculum: (Music) Changing the lyrics to a familiar song. The Rhyme Off: It's the right time for Pinkalicious to rhyme. Kendra agrees, and thinks it's a breeze. They must see who is truly the best when their rhyming is put to the test. Curriculum: Express yourself through rhymes. Interstitial: Kids from the Boston City Singers discuss the fundamentals of singing.
The Funky Seventies Problem - Woodstock. Peg's grandparents love groovy 60s tunes, but their pet goats only want 70s funk! Can Peg save the family? Primary Content: Counting, comparing 10s Secondary Content: Ordinal numbers. The Umbrella Problem - The Park. Peg and Cat search for their umbrellas, which they need for measuring puddle depth and singing in the rain! Primary Content: 2D shapes, octagons, triangles Secondary Content: Measuring depth.
Elmo, Rosita, and Rudy are making a submarine! They use cardboard boxes to build their submarine but it's not big enough to fit all three of them. This is a problem! They wonder if there's something big enough that's not too heavy. What if they combine two boxes to make one big box? Let's try! It works. They didn't give up and added on windows, propellers, and rudders to their submarine and pretended to explore the ocean using their imagination.
SESAME STREET has garnered more than 100 awards, including 101 Emmys, two Peabodys, four Parents' Choice Awards and an Action for Children's Television Special Achievement Award. The series delivers academic and social education that prepares kids for grade school. Since its premiere, the show's base curriculum has been set by academic research on preschoolers. Encore episodes focus on music and art and how these tools can be used to develop the whole child - the cognitive, social, emotional and physical attributes. In addition, "Elmo's World," which looks at the world through the eyes of a three-year-old, continues as a featured segment. Themes include birthdays, pets, teeth, families, games and more.
After discovering that Super takes an hour for herself every day, the Wombats go on a quest to create the perfect "Me Time."/After a too-calm "Quiet Day," Zadie yearns to make some noise with her Really Big, Really Loud Noisy Thing!
The Flapping Feathers's bus derails on its way to the Parranda. Super fans Sammy and Louisa save the celebration! / This year, the Wombats can stay up late to watch the New Year's Eve Acorn Drop - if they can keep from falling asleep.
Daniel Learns to Ask First - When Daniel needs a drumstick for his pretend marching band, he takes away a spoon that Margaret was using, which makes her cry. Dad Tiger teaches Daniel that he needs to ask first before taking something away from someone else. Friends Ask First - O the Owl is reading a story to his class at school, but when Prince Wednesday grabs the book to get a closer look, no one else can see the pictures. Teacher Harriet explains that you should ask first if it's okay before you take something away from someone else.
The Baby is Here - The baby is about to arrive and everyone is so excited! Mom and Dad head to the hospital while Daniel and Grandpere spend time at home going through some of Daniel's old things. In this half-hour musical episode everyone welcomes the new addition to the Neighborhood as Margaret comes home! Strategy: I can't wait to meet the baby!
For more than 75 years, generations of young children have been charmed by the literary adventures of Curious George. Based on the best-selling Curious George books by Margret and H. A. Rey, the daily series expands George's world to include a host of colorful new characters and original locales, while maintaining the charm of the beloved books. Each half-hour episode includes two animated stories, followed by short live-action pieces showing real kids who are investigating the ideas that George introduces in his stories. The series aims to inspire kids to explore science, math and engineering in the world around them.
The Little Cats join The Cat in the Hat, Fish, Nick and Sally on a fun and frenzied outdoor adventure as they camp, hike and paddle their way to Fish's family reunion!
Donkey helps Bob Dog play Gameshow Gator's game, "How Does It Feel?" Can he imagine himself in others' places and name their feelings to win the game?/Bob Dog is excited for the Best Ball Fest, but how can he choose just one favorite ball?
Olive's Library - It's Olive's birthday party and everyone has given her a book as a present, which makes Olive very happy. However, when she goes to her room to put them away, Olive finds there's no more room. Her shelf is CRAMMED full of books. What should she do with all these books? While outside playing, the kids observe how ants share food by storing it in a special communal room. Inspired by this, the kids help Olive make a little lending library so she can share her books with everyone in Animal Town! Nature Walk - It's Nature Day at school and Elinor, Olive and Ari have to make a Nature Walk at recess. But, it's a windy day and they run into problems when their arrow signs keep blowing over, confusing their classmates and causing them to get turned around on the nature path. Fortunately, the three kids learn how to improve their signs by copying an idea from the trees: underground roots! The kids bury the bottom part of their arrow signs, just like a tree, which works perfectly.
Baby Joy is afraid of the dark! To show her there's nothing to fear, Super Why and his literacy friends fly into Bedtime for Bear and meet Charlie - a bear who is scared of just about everything! The super readers shed a little light on the problem (literally) while Charlie discovers a bit more about the world outside his cozy cave. Educational Objectives: To experience a familiar bedtime routine. Preschoolers will practice the alphabet, rhyme with AR words, learn what the word "fireflies" means, and use the power to read to change the story.
While delivering popcorn in Maya's apartment building, Rosie, Crystal and Mom find a lost dog toy, so they become doggie detectives to find its owner./Rosie builds a cardboard house for Gatita so she can have a peaceful nap.
I am George Washington Yadina is excited when she's chosen to be the leader of her Nature Troop, thinking this a great first step toward becoming President one day. Only problem is, she isn't entirely sure how to be a good leader. To the Secret Museum! Our heroes are sent back in time to meet one of the greatest leaders in the history of the United States: George Washington. Yadina is awe struck as she gets to meet her country's very first president, who offers to take them on a fishing trip. As he leads them through the woods to the fishing hole, George is polite, helpful, and supportive, showing Yadina that a good leader takes care of his or her team. I am Susan B. Anthony Xavier and Yadina are putting artifacts away on the shelves of the Secret Museum, deciding between the two of them where everything should go, and unintentionally leaving Brad out. To the Secret Museum! Our heroes are sent back in time to meet someone who always stood up for the rights of all people: Susan B. Anthony. Watching the young Susan advocate for all of her siblings to have a vote in what to name their new baby goat, and then for all women everywhere to have a vote over matters that affect their country, helps Xavier and Yadina to realize how important it is for Brad to have a say over what happens in the Secret Museum. Because everyone should have a vote.
When Mr. Ramirez takes too many cats into his shop, Alma helps him figure out what to do with them. When Alma asks her friends to play stickball, there's one hold-out Howard. How will she convince him he'll enjoy playing the game, too?
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?
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.
NATURE CAT follows Fred, a house cat who dreams of exploring the great outdoors. In each episode, once his family leaves for the day, Fred transforms into Nature Cat, "backyard explorer extraordinaire." Nature Cat can't wait to get outside for a day of backyard nature excursions and bravery, but there's one problem: He's still a house cat with no instincts for nature. Like many of today's kids, Nature Cat is eager and enthusiastic about outside activities, but is at times intimidated by them. With the help of his animal friends, Nature Cat embarks on action-packed adventures that include exciting missions full of nature investigation, "aha" discovery moments and humor, all while inspiring children to go outside and "play the show."
D.W.'S Stray Netkitin - D.W. is panicked when a "Scary Clown" virus ruins the Read family computer. Who will take care of her virtual Netkitin pet? "Tickly" needs her hair brushed just so and will only eat Net Nibbles! So D.W. turns to Arthur and Emily for help - but is she really ready to give up control? Bats in the Belfry - Arthur and D.W. are thrilled when Grandma Thora lets them turn her attic into a clubhouse. They each have their own fantasy vision of what it should look like... but their argument is interrupted by the appearance of a very real bat! Will the bat threaten their new play space? Or can they appreciate meeting this unfamiliar creature?
Slow Your Roll - A mysterious villain named The Shadow takes control of the Mobile Unit van. Curriculum: Word Problems, Friction (how to slow a moving object).
Using Aviva's newly invented Butterflier XT, the miniaturized Kratt Brothers embark on the most incredible insect voyage in the world - the Monarch butterfly's 2,000 mile migration. Science Concepts: Life cycles.
Carrot is about to turn 250 Bortronian years old, and the kids have set up a backyard circus to help him celebrate. They all notice that Earth's gravity makes it hard to perform their circus stunts, so they take the whole circus to the Moon, where its 1/6th gravity makes all their stunts much easier! It's Earth Day, and the kids are preparing posters for the big community celebration at the DSA. They decide to research their posters by traveling all around the Earth in Jet's family saucer and observing all the things that make Earth so special.
The Little Cats join The Cat in the Hat, Fish, Nick and Sally on a fun and frenzied outdoor adventure as they camp, hike and paddle their way to Fish's family reunion!
Get ready for some fun as Mr. Conductor and his nephew Gilbert lead Buddy, Tiny, Shiny, Don and all of their friends on explorations with the Nature Trackers Adventure Camp! Throughout their journeys, the group will find their courage as they race down rivers, have a snowball fight as they climb a tall mountain, ride a zipline over a dense rainforest canopy and even hike down a canyon to dig for fossils, all the while learning about nature and singing lots of wonderful songs that everyone can enjoy and sing along with! Learning about nature has never been this much fun!
Creech invites her good friends the CyberSquad to Tikiville to show off the amazing new bike path that has everyone driving their fantastic new bikes and trikes rather than cars. Everyone is having fun - even Hacker is joyriding on his bike (and if that isn't suspicious, Jackie doesn't know what is). Inez, who cares deeply for animals, soon realizes the bike path has divided the habitats of many of Tikiville's cute, cuddly creatures. Creature families have been split up, and the busy bike path is preventing animals from reaching their food and water sources. Inez feels the bike path should be shut down, but Creech doesn't want to take away the benefits the path has created for her community. The disagreement drives a wedge between the two good friends. Will they find a compromise? Will a map of the area help Inez and her friends reunite the cute critters to their families and homes? And what is that sneaky Hacker up to?!
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.
While delivering popcorn in Maya's apartment building, Rosie, Crystal and Mom find a lost dog toy, so they become doggie detectives to find its owner./Rosie builds a cardboard house for Gatita so she can have a peaceful nap.
I am George Washington Yadina is excited when she's chosen to be the leader of her Nature Troop, thinking this a great first step toward becoming President one day. Only problem is, she isn't entirely sure how to be a good leader. To the Secret Museum! Our heroes are sent back in time to meet one of the greatest leaders in the history of the United States: George Washington. Yadina is awe struck as she gets to meet her country's very first president, who offers to take them on a fishing trip. As he leads them through the woods to the fishing hole, George is polite, helpful, and supportive, showing Yadina that a good leader takes care of his or her team. I am Susan B. Anthony Xavier and Yadina are putting artifacts away on the shelves of the Secret Museum, deciding between the two of them where everything should go, and unintentionally leaving Brad out. To the Secret Museum! Our heroes are sent back in time to meet someone who always stood up for the rights of all people: Susan B. Anthony. Watching the young Susan advocate for all of her siblings to have a vote in what to name their new baby goat, and then for all women everywhere to have a vote over matters that affect their country, helps Xavier and Yadina to realize how important it is for Brad to have a say over what happens in the Secret Museum. Because everyone should have a vote.
When Mr. Ramirez takes too many cats into his shop, Alma helps him figure out what to do with them. When Alma asks her friends to play stickball, there's one hold-out Howard. How will she convince him he'll enjoy playing the game, too?
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?