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.
Meet North Carolinians who are cultivating stronger communities through passion and purpose. In Chapel Hill, we get to know Rebecca Sorensen and son Raimee, a young man with autism, who cofounded Blawesome, a flower farm that welcomes all people to share, learn and grow.
A look at three extraordinary North Carolina artists working across diverse mediums and communities. Through intimate studio visits and conversations, this film explores the people, places and creative processes behind their work, revealing how art reflects the state?s culture and transforms how we see the world.
Why one leech species favors alligators as its host, UNC Research examines natural structures built to fight erosion and protect marine life, and robots revolutionize vaccine-making. Plus, Adrian Smith of the NC Museum of Natural Sciences studies insect diversity in flight.
Celebrate the flavors of fall across North Carolina. Enjoy modern Chinese cuisine at The Majestic in Asheville, Thai favorites at Nai Thai 2 in Goldsboro and seasonal Italian cooking at Pizzeria Mercato in Carrboro.
Often, secrets are what make history happen. Juan Pujol Garcia, a failed chicken farmer turned double agent, altered the course of World War II. In Japan, legendary Shinobi spymasters faded into myth, becoming what we now call ninjas. And Moses Dickson, a traveling barber, secretly plotted an armed insurrection to free enslaved people in the South.
This PBS NC documentary follows the Snowbird Cherokee of western North Carolina as they fight to preserve their language, customs and ancestral traditions before they disappear. Through intimate storytelling about the Snowbird Cherokee?s art, culture and deep connections to their sacred land, the film offers a powerful portrait of a resilient community safeguarding its heritage.
SIT AND BE FIT is a popular exercise series designed to make exercise fun, easy and safe for people of all ages. Programs focus on therapeutic exercises that make everyday activities easier to perform; including core strengthening, balance work, stretching and relaxation. Host, Mary Ann Wilson, RN designs programs with physical therapists, using creative choreography and a diverse selection of music. Her warmth and encouragement effectively reaches out to people of all fitness levels and ages. She is especially loved by older adult viewers, children, and those managing chronic conditions and physical limitations.
Get a strong, flexible upper back in this full body Classical Stretch workout. The standing exercises will help improve your posture and stretch your chest muscles. The floor exercises will strengthen the stabilizer hip muscles, and the isometric sit-ups will work the entire torso to help you gain a strong, flexible back.
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.
On the town's football derby day, Osric tries to solve a case while being followed by a documentary crew. / Techie Tallulah heads to Niagara Falls on a mission that will get Orli out of Precinct 97531 so she can carry out her evil plan.
The Wild Kratts are creature adventuring in the Amazon when they accidentally get miniaturized. A mischievous monkey makes off with the Miniaturizer and the team must rely on the creature powers of the poison frog, going on a wild froggyback ride to rescue the Miniaturizer, or stay mini-sized forever! Curriculum: Coloration and mimicry.
Al updates his computer with fancy new weather icons to use in his broadcast, but just hours before he goes live, the computer breaks! Luckily, the kids come up with a creative, theatrical, musical plan for an unforgettable broadcast.
When Lyla's mistake causes Stu to make a mess, she and Luke must figure out how to get everything back in order before their older sisters' birthday is ruined. / Lyla loses Everett's coin and tries to get it back before he comes home.
Forrest makes too many plans on the same day and leaves a trail of disappointed friends. / Carl and Arugula are building an epic marble run, but despite many attempts, they can't quite seem to get the marble to run!
Daniel Waits for Show and Tell - Daniel is so excited to share a book he made with his class at "show and tell," but he's finding it very difficult to wait. He finds that singing on Trolley, playing during science time and imagining make the waiting much easier! A Night Out at the Restaurant - Daniel and his family are going out to dinner, and Katerina is coming too. Daniel and Katerina have a hard time waiting at the restaurant, but soon learn ways to make the waiting time easier...and even fun!
A rascally Lettersaur is loose in Reader Valley! When Mr. More borrows Princess Presto's wand for his magic show, things go bananas! The Shuffler invents a new dance that shuffles things that start with a b' into things that start with a d!'
Phoebe learns what privacy signs are and how to use them to help communicate to neighbors. Jay gets nervous about getting a haircut, but learns about a hairstyle menu and different clipper guard sizes.
Elmo and his friends try setting a cookie tower record, but Elmo feels discouraged when he keeps knocking it down. He does a wiggle break and then helps his team in another way. Meanwhile Grover tries taking a photo of Bert and Ernie.
Great Uncle Duper can't fall asleep without help from a noisy wind chime. Can the Wombats build one that's noisy enough Zeke struggles to make Snout out of clay, until Louisa shows him how to break Snout down into shapes.
The pals vote on different ideas for what to do with a giant rainbow potato./Donkey needs extra help to catch hopping honeyberries in Grampy's garden.
While trick-or-treating, Rosie and Javi try to avoid a pirate ghost who may be haunting their cul-de-sac. Rosie and Javi offer to help make Crystal's haunted house spooky, but their plan doesn't work when they have trouble communicating.
The kids learn the meaning of stories while visiting Olive's family in the rainforest.
When Alma and Rafia get an idea to make an animal photo book, they set out to get the perfect pictures. Too bad the animals won't cooperate. Will their photo book be a flop? When Safina hurts her arm, Alma and Rafia volunteer to be her "hands" for the day to help her finish all the things she has to do. But when Safina seems frustrated with their work, they've got to figure out how to do things right.
Molly and Tooey learn it's America's 250th birthday! But, hasn't Qyah been around longer than that? When they can't find the information online, Molly and Tooey join Nina and Olin on a cave exploration to find out how old Qyah really is!
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. meets actors LeVar Burton and Wes Studi two men who grew up without their fathers. With few clues to guide him, Gates introduces them to ancestors they've never known revealing connections to key moments in history.
Follow the Kashia Band of Pomo Indians as they undertake an extraordinary effort to reclaim their ancestral lands on the Sonoma Coast after 170 years of displacement. Interweaving the little-known history of Russian colonization in California with a modern story of negotiation, diplomacy, and ceremony, the film shows how land repatriation becomes a powerful act of cultural renewal. As the Kashia confront the legacy of historical trauma - including generational loss, addiction, and the ongoing impacts of colonialism - the return to sacred places like Metini and Danaka reveals how restoring land can help restore identity, resilience, and community.
Why one leech species favors alligators as its host, UNC Research examines natural structures built to fight erosion and protect marine life, and robots revolutionize vaccine-making. Plus, Adrian Smith of the NC Museum of Natural Sciences studies insect diversity in flight.
Celebrate the flavors of fall across North Carolina. Enjoy modern Chinese cuisine at The Majestic in Asheville, Thai favorites at Nai Thai 2 in Goldsboro and seasonal Italian cooking at Pizzeria Mercato in Carrboro.
Presented by Sumi Somaskanda and Caitriona Perry, BBC World News America gives audiences a detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington, DC.
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.
The Hayti Heritage Center stands as one of Durham?s most powerful symbols of Black history, creativity, and resilience. Host Kenia Thompson sits down with Mon?t Marshall, an artist and one of the center?s board members, and historian Andre Vann to explore the Hayti community?s complex past and the center?s dynamic new lineup of performances and events.
Announcing jobs in NC is easier than filling them. Learn how Cumberland County walks new child-welfare workers through a virtual home visit before the real one, how Randolph Community College in Asheboro pays recruits while training them for Toyota's battery plant and what Charlotte's investment means for workers on Albemarle Road, the commercial spine of one of the city's most diverse corridors.
Join award-winning journalists every Friday night in a robust roundtable discussion of the week's major national news stories.
In this roundtable discussion, experienced political analysts, journalists and elected officials examine the state's top legislative stories and current events.
A concert celebrating America's 250th birthday and NC's role in the foundation of the country. Performers include the NC Brass Band, led by conductor Brian Meixner; the NC Adult Chorus, led by conductor Carol Ann Forgas; and Darin and Brooke Aldridge. Presented at the High Point Theatre by the NC General Assembly's America's Semiquincentennial Committee and the Celebrate America Foundation.
Jason Kelce hosts Salute to Service 2026: A Veterans Day Celebration with The U.S. Army Field Band on PBS. This action-packed show features unique musical performances by 8-time Grammy winning musical legend Jon Batiste alongside the Six-String Soldiers and Jason Kelce wailing on the bari sax with the Jazz Ambassadors. Come with us as we take on training at the United States Military Academy at West Point with NFL offensive tackle Alejandro Villanueva, reminiscing on his time as a cadet. We will also meet members of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment 'The Old Guard' as they share what it takes to be a member of their elite team, defending the District of Columbia all while fulfilling the sacred duty of honoring all who have served this country. Join us for this moving celebration as we come together to express our gratitude to those who have worn the uniform in service to us all.
Examine the global issues, domestic news and trends impacting the world. Christiane Amanpour leads conversations with thought leaders and influencers.
Ever wish you could pause life long enough to figure out the answers to all your problems? Alma can! Follow her adventures in Alma's Way, as she learns to think for herself-making mistakes and decisions and finding solutions along the way!
Everett faces his fear of water by taking a swimming lesson. / Lyla doesn't want Miss Emmaline to move, so she recruits Everett and Luke to help replicate services offered in her new living community in the apartment building.
Arthur and his family are getting ready for Thanksgiving! But when Pal disappears to go on his own adventure, family, friends and the rest of Elwood City try to get Pal home. Will they be able to celebrate the best Thanksgiving yet?
The Wild Kratts are creature adventuring in the Amazon when they accidentally get miniaturized. A mischievous monkey makes off with the Miniaturizer and the team must rely on the creature powers of the poison frog, going on a wild froggyback ride to rescue the Miniaturizer, or stay mini-sized forever! Curriculum: Coloration and mimicry.
The Hunter's nice warm spring day is derailed when a cold snap suddenly hits. Worried about the low temperature's effect on outdoor plants, the kids band together to protect the gardens in their neighborhood.
Lyla and Everett coach Luke, Stu, and Idris in soccer drills before their first practice. / Liana and Louisa are fed up with living with each other and decide to switch rooms with Lyla and Luke, but living with new roommates isn't easy.
As Sue Ellen's friends help her look for her lost diary, they start to wonder -- how come she won't let them read it? What's in this diary anyway? In part two, Arthur's hurt his knee but won't tell Mom because then she'd know he'd been playing down at the dump -- where he was not allowed to go.
Quentin Bearantino needs a desert background for his latest movie starring Nature Cat. Can the gang find the perfect cactus? / Nature Cat and the gang head to Hugo's farm, only to find that it's barren. Can they bring some life back to it?
When Martin and Chris assist the Tasmanian Wildlife Service in tagging endangered Tasmanian Devils, they discover that Zach Varmitech has been kidnapping them to create a ferocious new Zachbot. Science Concepts: A healthy ecosystem has both predators and scavengers. Scavengers are animals that eat mostly other dead animals.
The Lilting Loons of Botsberg beloved for their soothing songs have gone missing, and the pond they call home has been replaced by trash. Thanks to Digit's shrink ray, the CyberSquad shrink down, travel through the water pipes and discover that the source of the pollution is coming from different places miles apart! Will their little actions lead to big solutions? Topics: Non-point Source Water Pollution; Mapping; Ratios; Measuring Distances Big Idea: When pollution comes from many different places, make choices that keep as much of it from reaching the water as possible to help improve the waterway's health.
When AJ accidentally ruins a schoolmate's box sled, Sparks' Crew pitches in to help find and test the right material to repair the sled. Curriculum: Materials have different properties. Some materials will work better than others for an intended purpose. / Sparks' Crew is taking care of someone else's class pet, a super frog that can leap high and far. But, when the frog gets out and hops through town, searching for food, Sparks' Crew has to figure out what frogs eat in order to lure him back. Curriculum: Different animals eat different kinds of food. They find food in different places.
Based on the popular Scholastic book series by Norman Bridwell about the lovable oversized canine with his head in the clouds but four paws planted firmly on the ground, Clifford presents a larger-than-life view of the world. With his loving human, Emily Elizabeth, and dog pals, Cleo and T-Bone, Clifford inhabits a colorful island community, inviting viewers on a fun-filled journey through childhood, navigating the dips and curves along the way. CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG emphasizes good citizenship and the importance of community. Each episode concludes with a component of Clifford's Big Ideas - 10 different attributes children learn to embrace - which leaves them with something to think about and practice in their lives.
Elmo shares his scooter with Zoe and learns how to be patient and wait for his turn, while she practices and learns how to ride.
Outta Space's Gravity Ray sends everything up, up, and away! Three little Space Spiders are leaving their webs all over Reader Valley! A giant jam blob is oozing through town and only the Super Readers can stop it!
Cousin doesn't always like the way his new pet plays. Who can he talk to about it?/It's up to Weather Bird to help the pals prepare for silly weather.
Elmo and his friends learn that they can still have courage as they feel scared and find comfort in one another as they prepare and recover from a big storm passing through Sesame Street. Along the way, with the help of reporter Michelle Buteau and neighbor Post Malone, they discover how staying calm, being prepared, and offering even one small act of kindness can make a big difference.
Phoebe & Jay use a checklist on Community Cleanup Day to help guide them through their list of tasks. Jay creates his first-ever comic book and learns the importance of page order.
When Malik and Zadie can't agree on how tidy to keep their bedroom, the solution seems easy. Divide one room between three Wombats! It takes a village of Zeke's friends to build enough houses for the 'fairies' who have moved in.
Can Zeke manage a sleepover at the Creation Station when the bedtime routine is nothing like his own? / Hand-drawn map in hand, the Wombats navigate an exciting network of tunnels beneath the Treeborhood.
It's Love Day! - Ugga Mugga! It's Love Day in the Neighborhood of Make-Believe. Daniel and all of his friends come up with their own special ways to show their love and care for one another. The kids dance, sing, and tell jokes to say "I love you." Daniel's Love Day Surprise - It's Love Day and Grandpere is coming to visit! How can Daniel find a way to show how much he loves Grandpere? With a treasure hunt, that's how! Daniel hides little hearts all over the house for Grandpere to find... that is, unless little Margaret finds them first! Strategy: Find your own way to say "I love you."
"Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood" is an animated series with live-action interstitials. Fred Rogers' original Neighborhood of Make Believe is recreated in vibrant color and texture; his signature puppet Daniel Striped Tiger is transformed into a curious and playful 4-year-old joined by his friends O the Owl, Prince Wednesday, Katerina Kittycat and Miss Elaina. The series curriculum is school-readiness and social-emotional learning, and each preschool themed episode offers a musical strategy for children and parents to use together.
Outta Space's Gravity Ray sends everything up, up, and away! Three little Space Spiders are leaving their webs all over Reader Valley! A giant jam blob is oozing through town and only the Super Readers can stop it!
Using shortcuts, Carl tries to add other colored karate belts to his collection without having to practice and earn them himself. Carl's upset when his cucumber seeds don't sprout. How will he create his own Pickle Planet now.
When Lotta competes in the Fuzzytown Music Maker Championship, the noise on stage becomes too much and she needs to leave. / When Carl forgets his bottle cap collection at his dad's house, he must find a way to make it through the night without it.
The pals vote on different ideas for what to do with a giant rainbow potato./Donkey needs extra help to catch hopping honeyberries in Grampy's garden.
Ari and Olive visit Elinor, hoping she'll come out and play, but Elinor has hurt her foot and has to stay in bed for the afternoon. So, her friends decide to make her favorite snack, Backyard Soup! With Mr. Rabbit's approval, they go off to gather the vegetables from the garden, but many of the veggies they need seem to be missing. After investigating, they discover that the vegetables they're looking for are root vegetables, which means they're underground. They pluck and pull vegetables and make Elinor her favorite soup, changing the name to "Underground Soup!" When Elinor and Ranger Rabbit go help Deputy Mouse clean up his garden, Elinor be-comes fascinated with dandelions. Why does Deputy Mouse want to pull them out? Eli-nor learns that pulling out the weeds from a garden gives the vegetables room to grow, and composting the leftover weeds is good for the soil. But, when Ms. Llama announces that she's out of spinach for her salad party, Elinor learns that dandelions are actually good to eat, and she helps Ms. Llama make a new delicacy - a dandelion salad!
Rosie, Crystal and Iggy try to recreate Mom and Pap's beach anniversary tradition at home./It's Chiles en Nogada Day, but when Papa loses the recipe, it's up to Rosie to figure out who else might have it.
Phoebe & Jay use a checklist on Community Cleanup Day to help guide them through their list of tasks. Jay creates his first-ever comic book and learns the importance of page order.
Inspired by the best-selling kids book series, Ordinary People Change the World, by New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer and illustrator Christopher Eliopoulos, XAVIER RIDDLE AND THE SECRET MUSEUM follows the adventures of Xavier, Yadina and Brad as they tackle everyday problems by doing something extraordinary: traveling back in time to learn from real-life inspirational figures like Marie Curie, Harriet Tubman and Jackie Robinson when they were kids. Each adventure will help young viewers make the connection between the skills that made these historical figures heroes and those same qualities within themselves, helping them discover that they, too, can change the world.
Molly and her cousin Randall are fishing with Randall's special halibut hook! But when a sea lion with the word "glog" written on its side snatches a fish from Molly's line, she sets off to learn who this mystery sea lion is. The kids in Molly's scout troop, the Neegoo Tsal, are determined to earn a hiking badge. But when Trini scrapes her knee, the hike is put on hold - that is, until Atsaq teaches them to find some of the medicine that nature has to offer.
Pinkalicious is chosen to sing a solo in a class concert. She practices and practices to make sure she gets the solo just right, but on the morning of the performance she discovers she's lost her voice! How will she be able to sing? / Pinkalicious, Jasmine and Peter love playing with their dolls. When one of their dolls gets hurt, the fun doesn't end - instead, the game changes to playing doctor! Soon, Pinkalicious and Jasmine find themselves taking care of all the dolls in Pinkville while Peter feels a little left out.
When Alma and Rafia find a bird's nest in the park's basketball hoop, they recruit their friends to help keep it safe. But when it's time to go home, Alma tries to think of a way to protect the nest, even when her friends aren't around. After cleaning up the playground, Alma, her family, and friends are surprised to find it full of litter again the next day! Alma and her friends go undercover and follow the litter clues to find out where the trash is coming from.
Liana accidentally submits art that Stu made and she feels guilty taking the credit for Stu's work. / Lyla and Luke perform an "Anansi" folktale puppet show for a Jamaica Day celebration in the neighborhood.
The Hunters venture into the desert to investigate a weather mystery surrounding massive rocks that seemingly move all on their own. Settling on two theories, the Hunters set up camp in the desert hoping to uncover the truth.
Flawed Squad - The Villains team up to break into Odd Squad headquarters. Curriculum: Data Collection and analysis; Using tally marks to track data; Graphing. The Creature Whisperer - The agents struggle to catch an odd creature. Curriculum: Composition and Decomposition of 2D shapes.
"Wild Kratts" joins the adventures of Chris and Martin Kratt as they encounter incredible wild animals, combining science education with fun and adventure as the duo travels to animal habitats around the globe. Each adventure explores an age-appropriate science concept central to an animal's life and showcases a never-before-seen wildlife moment, all wrapped up in engaging stories of adventure, mystery, rescue, and the Kratt brothers' brand of laugh-out-loud-comedy that kids love. Real-life Chris and Martin introduce each "Wild Kratts" episode with a live action segment that imagines what it would be like to experience a never-before-seen wildlife moment, and asks, "What if...?" The Kratt brothers transition into animation and the adventure begins, bringing early-elementary school children into the secret lives of extraordinary creatures, many of which have never been animated before -- including Tiger quolls, Draco lizards, and Caracals!
Just as the Hunters gear up for a snow day, they find no snow on the ground. After they investigate the lack of accumulation, they head to a nearby mountain and find an abundance of snow perfect for snow dragon building and snowshoeing.
The Loops family go on a scavenger hunt around the supermarket to solve clues to get tickets to "Oaty Zappers On Ice!" / Lyla tries to act older so she can spend time with her older cousin, Khamaal, when he visits.
Buenas Noches, Vicita - Vicita Molina has lost her favorite book - a lovely South American tale of friendship and courage in the Amazon Jungle. No book means no sleep for Vicita - or for any of the Molinas. Since Vicita knows the story by heart, maybe D.W. and Arthur can help her find a way to re-create it and get the family back to sleep. Prunella Packs It In - Everyone knows that elementary school is way too early to start thinking about college - except for Prunella. Her older sister's anxiety about college is so contagious that Prunella piles on extra-curricular activities to make her more "appealing." Will she crack under the heavy load? Or will she learn to relax and focus on the things that she actually enjoys?
Monstrous pumpkins are haunting Hugo's farm! Can the gang get rid of them in time for the Halloween party? / The gang investigates the curious case of the catfish's name, and they learn all about the aquatic animal's life. Glub-glub!
Chris and Martin are on a mission to discover why walrus look so weird, but discover that Zach Varmitech has kidnapped a herd to mine precious pearls for Donita Donata's fashion line. The Wild Kratts team must use the walrus features against Zach to save the creatures and return them to their Arctic domain. Science Concepts: Suction.
All is not well in Perfectamundo, a dome-enclosed cybersite, when orange spots are discovered building up on the dome's interior surface, blocking the site's precious sunlight. What source could be responsible for the spots multiplying so fast? Is it Hacker's new factory that pours out orange clouds through smoky stacks? It can't be that new Digifizz toy, with its tiny burst of colorful sparkles shooting into the air each time it gets used. With time running out, the CyberSquad must come to grips with the power of multiplication and use it to undo the site's pollution problem.
Sparks' Crew travels to Turtle Beach to see baby turtles hatching, but instead find the beach filled with litter. Our heroes investigate how the garbage got there and clean it up to make the path to the water clear and safe for the hatching turtles. Curriculum: Human activity has an impact on the world around us, but we can take action to reduce the impact of human activity. / Sparks' Crew gathers at night to help search for a missing superdog, Spotnado. When the dog gets ahold of a flashlight, they use what they learn about light to help catch the dog. Curriculum: Objects can only be seen if light is available to illuminate them or if they give off their own light. Some materials allow light to pass through them, others allow only some light through, and others block all the light.
Phoebe & Jay use a checklist on Community Cleanup Day to help guide them through their list of tasks. Jay creates his first-ever comic book and learns the importance of page order.
Inspired by the best-selling kids book series, Ordinary People Change the World, by New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer and illustrator Christopher Eliopoulos, XAVIER RIDDLE AND THE SECRET MUSEUM follows the adventures of Xavier, Yadina and Brad as they tackle everyday problems by doing something extraordinary: traveling back in time to learn from real-life inspirational figures like Marie Curie, Harriet Tubman and Jackie Robinson when they were kids. Each adventure will help young viewers make the connection between the skills that made these historical figures heroes and those same qualities within themselves, helping them discover that they, too, can change the world.
Molly and her cousin Randall are fishing with Randall's special halibut hook! But when a sea lion with the word "glog" written on its side snatches a fish from Molly's line, she sets off to learn who this mystery sea lion is. The kids in Molly's scout troop, the Neegoo Tsal, are determined to earn a hiking badge. But when Trini scrapes her knee, the hike is put on hold - that is, until Atsaq teaches them to find some of the medicine that nature has to offer.
Pinkalicious is chosen to sing a solo in a class concert. She practices and practices to make sure she gets the solo just right, but on the morning of the performance she discovers she's lost her voice! How will she be able to sing? / Pinkalicious, Jasmine and Peter love playing with their dolls. When one of their dolls gets hurt, the fun doesn't end - instead, the game changes to playing doctor! Soon, Pinkalicious and Jasmine find themselves taking care of all the dolls in Pinkville while Peter feels a little left out.
Writer/artist Jaime Hernandez discusses how the cast of his long-running series "Love and Rockets" write themselves. He also shares his approach to storytelling. "Comic Culture" is directed and crewed by students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke.
Why one leech species favors alligators as its host, UNC Research examines natural structures built to fight erosion and protect marine life, and robots revolutionize vaccine-making. Plus, Adrian Smith of the NC Museum of Natural Sciences studies insect diversity in flight.
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Follow the lifecycle of lake whitefish, from spawning and hatching to the struggle for survival in the Great Lakes transformed by invasive mussels. Scientists uncover how mussels have rewired food webs, clarified the water, and reshaped the ecosystem, with ripple effects devastating the Great Lakes communities that depend on these waters.
Scientists and innovators race to control quagga mussels in the Great Lakes. From the powerful "mussel masher" scouring lake bottoms to bold genetic experiments aimed at collapsing populations, new tools offer hope, yet success remains uncertain. Researchers carefully weigh risks, limits, and unintended consequences.
Fish are adapting to the mussel invasion, with cisco making a surprising early comeback while efforts continue to restore the long-lost "river-run" whitefish. Offshore reefs teem with thriving fish, showing resilience in a transformed Great Lakes. Could there even be an upside to the mussels? Early successes offer hope for the ecosystem.
Susan Gravely, founder and creative director of VIETRI, reflects on turning adversity into a lifelong mission of spreading joy. She discusses how she built the North Carolina-based company into a premier importer of Italian dinnerware and decor, and how faith, courage and mentorship helped her build an iconic brand while inspiring others to heal and thrive.
This week on ON STORY, we're joined by writer and creator Ronald D. Moore to discuss the process from concept to completion on his celebrated, epic science fiction series BATTLESTAR GALACTICA.
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.
Mary Ann begins this workout with gentle functional exercises using a ball to improve posture and strengthen the core. Slow methodical movements with weights are incorporated during the strengthening segment. Things speed up with a variety of exercises to improve circulation, range of motion, mobility and balance. Dr. Emily shares four simple tricks to improve balance.
Welcome to Classical Stretch Season 13 with Miranda Esmonde-White! Filmed at the Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa Bermuda, in Episode 1 you'll rebalance the muscle chains of your lower body. This gentle, standing & barre workout will activate your calorie-burning mitochondria and leave you feeling energized and more flexible
Instructor Wai Lana's approach to the ancient science of yoga targets overall health by focusing not only on the body, but also on the mind and spirit.
Why one leech species favors alligators as its host, UNC Research examines natural structures built to fight erosion and protect marine life, and robots revolutionize vaccine-making. Plus, Adrian Smith of the NC Museum of Natural Sciences studies insect diversity in flight.
WORKS IN PROGRESS
Follow the lifecycle of lake whitefish, from spawning and hatching to the struggle for survival in the Great Lakes transformed by invasive mussels. Scientists uncover how mussels have rewired food webs, clarified the water, and reshaped the ecosystem, with ripple effects devastating the Great Lakes communities that depend on these waters.
Scientists and innovators race to control quagga mussels in the Great Lakes. From the powerful "mussel masher" scouring lake bottoms to bold genetic experiments aimed at collapsing populations, new tools offer hope, yet success remains uncertain. Researchers carefully weigh risks, limits, and unintended consequences.
Fish are adapting to the mussel invasion, with cisco making a surprising early comeback while efforts continue to restore the long-lost "river-run" whitefish. Offshore reefs teem with thriving fish, showing resilience in a transformed Great Lakes. Could there even be an upside to the mussels? Early successes offer hope for the ecosystem.
Narrated and hosted by the late actor Graham Greene, THE WAR THAT MADE AMERICA brings to life a vastly important time in American history, when events set forces in motion that would culminate in the American Revolution. The four-part dramatic documentary tells the story of the French and Indian War (1754-1763), which began in the wilderness of the Pennsylvania frontier and spread throughout the colonies, into Canada, and ultimately around the world. The series offers a compelling portrayal of the dangerous 18th century frontier and follows a brash and ambitious young George Washington, hoping to make his reputation in the military - and whose blunders inadvertently triggered the war. THE WAR THAT MADE AMERICA also focuses on the critical military importance and strategic diplomacy of Native Americans in the conflict between the English and French.
Narrated and hosted by the late actor Graham Greene, THE WAR THAT MADE AMERICA brings to life a vastly important time in American history, when events set forces in motion that would culminate in the American Revolution. The four-part dramatic documentary tells the story of the French and Indian War (1754-1763), which began in the wilderness of the Pennsylvania frontier and spread throughout the colonies, into Canada, and ultimately around the world. The series offers a compelling portrayal of the dangerous 18th century frontier and follows a brash and ambitious young George Washington, hoping to make his reputation in the military - and whose blunders inadvertently triggered the war. THE WAR THAT MADE AMERICA also focuses on the critical military importance and strategic diplomacy of Native Americans in the conflict between the English and French.
Welcome to tiny Tangier Island in the Chesapeake Bay. Pivotal in the War of 1812, it's where Francis Scott Key was inspired to write 'The Star-Spangled Banner' and where hundreds of self-emancipated men joined the British to take up arms against their former masters. Now, rising sea levels threaten the island, and the race is on to ensure Tangier will remain a witness to American history.
The War of 1812, the bloody two-year conflict often called the United States' "second war of independence," decided the fate of the North American continent. Produced to mark its 200th anniversary, THE WAR OF 1812 IN THE OLD NORTHWEST brings to life the struggle for the lands of the Northwestern Frontier, a territory stretching north and west into present-day Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin. Richly illustrated with contemporary footage, archival photos, paintings and newly rendered maps, the one-hour documentary recounts some of the most famous (and infamous) names, places and events of the war, including "Dudley's Defeat" at Fort Meigs, the attack on Tippecanoe, the River Raisin Massacre, and "Perry's Transfer" during the Battle of Lake Erie. Noted historians and authors also discuss some of the war's key moments, including the contentious face-to-face meeting between Indiana Territory Governor (and future U.S. President) William Henry Harrison and legendary Shawnee leader Tecumseh.
Learn along with NC Teachers as they share fun math and reading lessons and activities.
Learn along with NC Teachers as they share fun math and reading lessons and activities.
Allen explores how climbing plants stitch structure to sky: sweet potatoes and morning glories tumbling together, cypress vine and roses weaving up tuteurs, pear espaliers forming living walls, Boston ivy gripping brick in close-up, ending in the kitchen with a comforting sweet potato pie.
This week on ON STORY, we're joined by writer and creator Ronald D. Moore to discuss the process from concept to completion on his celebrated, epic science fiction series BATTLESTAR GALACTICA.
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Artist Erik Gist discusses the business side of creating comic book cover art, how to approach a portfolio review and choosing the correct medium for a project. "Comic Culture" is directed and crewed by students at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke.
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.
Celebrate the flavors of fall across North Carolina. Enjoy modern Chinese cuisine at The Majestic in Asheville, Thai favorites at Nai Thai 2 in Goldsboro and seasonal Italian cooking at Pizzeria Mercato in Carrboro.
In THE KEY INGREDIENT WITH SHERI CASTLE, renowned cookbook author, food writer, and cooking teacher Sheri Castle shares favorite recipes from her kitchen and the stories behind some of our most beloved ingredients. From apples and oysters to muscadines and cornmeal, Sheri explores ingredients from the ground up, going straight to the source with field trips to a trout farm, berry field, and dairy, among other adventures. She meets with local farmers, growers, fishermen and chefs, and then shares approachable home cooking recipes incorporating the featured ingredient.
In this roundtable discussion, experienced political analysts, journalists and elected officials examine the state's top legislative stories and current events.
The Hayti Heritage Center stands as one of Durham?s most powerful symbols of Black history, creativity, and resilience. Host Kenia Thompson sits down with Mon?t Marshall, an artist and one of the center?s board members, and historian Andre Vann to explore the Hayti community?s complex past and the center?s dynamic new lineup of performances and events.
Susan Gravely, founder and creative director of VIETRI, reflects on turning adversity into a lifelong mission of spreading joy. She discusses how she built the North Carolina-based company into a premier importer of Italian dinnerware and decor, and how faith, courage and mentorship helped her build an iconic brand while inspiring others to heal and thrive.
Announcing jobs in NC is easier than filling them. Learn how Cumberland County walks new child-welfare workers through a virtual home visit before the real one, how Randolph Community College in Asheboro pays recruits while training them for Toyota's battery plant and what Charlotte's investment means for workers on Albemarle Road, the commercial spine of one of the city's most diverse corridors.
Launching a new genre of television coined Survival TV, The Lost Pilot Winter chronicles Les Stroud's first time surviving for the cameras in the dead of winter. Les ventures to remote Northern Ontario to endure temperatures of -40 degrees F for a week alone.
In the remote winter forests of Northern Ontario, a crashed plane lies in the snow beside a frozen lake. There is no one alive on board. But this plane didn't crash here - the decrepit old wreck has been airdropped from a helicopter to provide a temporary home. For a week Stroud will have to survive in this harsh snowy wilderness with only an axe, a multi-tool and a single blanket to aid him.
Painting and Travel visit Amish country and the Miller Carriage Shop in Shipshewana, Indiana. Sarah talks with the owner of the hand built carriage business and watches the buggies being built to various stages of completion. Roger chooses to paint a landscape with one of the horse drawn carriages on a hilly country road.
In a densely covered spot hidden from the road lies a quiet pond; Bob Ross invites you along.
The indie duo Fancy Gap, a new musical collaboration by Raleigh natives Stuart McLamb (of The Love Language) and Charles Crossingham, aims for pure pop-rock bliss. They bring their lush and expansive songs to the "Shaped by Sound" stage. Plus, they discuss the Golden Age of Radio, how music can create a sense of place and how creating well-crafted songs is like making a juicy cheeseburger.
When a mill or a plant closes in NC, the town feels it for generations. Explore how Kannapolis built a biotech research campus on the site of the largest single-day layoff in state history, how Henderson County turned 19 miles of abandoned railroad into the Ecusta Trail and how Surry County families replanted tobacco land as vineyards.
From writing to math, art, science, literature, and even nutrition, gardening can help children learn. But it's important to engage children at an early age. GardenSMART visits one of the premier gardens in the U.S. that has embraced children and gardening. There's a lot to learn for everyone. Tune in as we GardenSMART.
Allen traces life back to its smallest beginnings: starting seeds in the greenhouse, saving purple coneflowers in the drying house, decorating with okra pods, painting with black walnut ink, then finishing in the kitchen with a simple, nourishing lentil stew.
This week on the Journal we?ll target black crappie on the Neuse River. A tough morning of fishing proved persistence pays off. On Gear Time our anglers discuss what they did to make a tough day on the water productive. Donna Reynolds prepares a smoked fish dip in the kitchen.
DINING WITH THE CHEF introduces Americans to the techniques, ingredients and harmony of Japanese cuisine. Hosted by Yu Hayami who cooks alongside master chef Tatsuo Saito, and co-host Patrick Harlan who cooks with chef Rika Yukimasa, with occasional appearances by other guest chefs, the series presents delicious Japanese dishes that can be made at home. Chef Tatsuo Saito, a prominent master of Japanese culinary arts, has served as head chef at the Japanese embassies in Paris and Washington and was an instructor in Japanese cuisine at a Swiss hotel school. He has also prepared tastings for the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. In Tokyo he operates a cooking school and is a prolific author, often appearing on television, in magazines and on the lecture circuit. In DINING WITH THE CHEF, Chef Saito takes us to the heart of Japanese cuisine by demonstrating culinary techniques, explaining ingredients, and showing how to arrange food to bring out its distinctive characteristics. Host Yu Hayami is an international singer and actress who was born in Japan and raised in Guam and Hawaii. Aside from her career and being a mother of two, she is also involved in charity work. Yu is a lover of good food, as well as a fine wine enthusiast.
When it comes to a surefire win, you can't go wrong with barbecue. Of course, in Lidia's Kitchen, it's with an Italian twist! To start, an American classic, Four Cheese Baked Macaroni, but this one is packed with asparagus and peas the Lidia way. Then Miles swings by the kitchen to pick up some leftovers, and gets a lesson on making his grandmother's childhood drink, a Cider Vinegar Spritz. And the star of the meal, a family favorite - Spicy Vinegar Ribs & Potatoes, they are finger-licking good! So tune in and let's make barbecue classics the Lidia way!
Host Bridget Lancaster makes host Julia Collin Davison Cacio e Pepe. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about packaged pastas. And test cook Erin McMurrer makes Pasta alla Vodka for Bridget.
Europe's best-preserved 17th-century city, Amsterdam is quaint and jarring, traditional and modern. Filled with history and happy-go-lucky, it's a delight to explore. Uniquely entertaining Amsterdam shows us Rembrandts and Van Goghs, more bikes than cars, flirting prostitutes, and pot-filled coffeeshops - all under tall, skinny facades leaning out below quaint church towers.
Who got hitched at Bordeaux Cathedral and why was it such an important moment in history? Did Parisian architecture actually come from Bordeaux? Why is Bordeaux so synonymous with wine? What was the Place de la Bourse hiding? What do all these sculptures mean at Place des Quinconces? Why were two ancient gates spared?
Chef Walter Staib tours the historic corridors of Philadelphia's Eastern State Penitentiary. Recipes include white bean & beef stew, and red bean chili.
Sara explores Bordeaux through its iconic wines, decadent desserts, and classic cuisine. After a hands-on wine blending experience, she prepares Steak in Bordelaise Sauce and Duck Fat Fried Potatoes, then creates a weeknight twist with Grilled Caesar Salad Steak.
Celebrate the flavors of fall across North Carolina. Enjoy modern Chinese cuisine at The Majestic in Asheville, Thai favorites at Nai Thai 2 in Goldsboro and seasonal Italian cooking at Pizzeria Mercato in Carrboro.
On her last stop in Coahuila, Pati is thrilled by the rodeo. After a mishap with her car, she arrives in the city of Piedras Negras, where she meets ranchers Carina De Leon and Patricia Finan, samples their family's cheese, and delves into the story behind the famous local dish: nachos. Then, a walk to the Friendship Bridge over the Rio Grande touches Pati's heart as her journey comes to an end. Recipes: . Frijoles Vascos en Tostada con Aguacate y Queso Basque Refried Bean Tostada with Avocado and Cotija Cheese . Cordero con Fideo Lamb with Pasta.
Glen of Antrim Crisps discovering how traditional chips are made. enjoys tapas at Ora, meets the team at Noble Restaurant, and ends at then stops by George Best's childhood home for a classic meal. He Neven visits Belfast's Titanic Museum to learn about onboard dining,
Host Bridget Lancaster makes host Julia Collin Davison Cacio e Pepe. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about packaged pastas. And test cook Erin McMurrer makes Pasta alla Vodka for Bridget.
The world of home cooking is undergoing a revolution with new tastes, flavors, techniques and influences. CHRISTOPHER KIMBALL'S MILK STREET TELEVISION wants to change how Americans cook by bringing home a fresher, bolder, simpler way of preparing food. Chris and his test cooks search the world over looking for the best recipes, and finding home cooks who can teach better ways to prepare a meal at home. The first season includes 40 all-new recipes, such as Central Mexican guacamole, Thai fried rice, Peruvian pesto, Japanese fried chicken, soba with miso butter and asparagus, tahini swirl brownies, lemon buttermilk pound cake, and more. Chris also shares tips and techniques designed to make home cooking easier, like how to make foolproof egg whites and how to season a carbon steel pan. As part of the debut season, Chris also travels overseas to cook with several internationally renowned chefs and authors, including: Fuchsia Dunlop, a Sichuan cooking expert; Claire Ptak, a food stylist and author of London's The Violet Bakery; and Andy Ricker in Thailand, known for his skill and expertise in northern Thai cuisine. Back in the kitchen, Chris transforms what the MILK STREET TELEVISION crew has learned into practical, simple recipes for home cooks everywhere.
Jacques' summer itinerary always includes friends, fishing, and cooking the wonderful bounty from the sea. He begins with a grilled striped bass with olive topping and then, as he loves all mollusks, he takes the time to demonstrate shucking clams two ways. The result is top neck clams with vinegar and scallion sauce, a tasty appetizer and Gloria's linguine with clam sauce, direct from his wife's preferred list. For the final seafood selection, he masterfully fillets and poaches fish for a delectable cod in light cream sauce.
Guest Martha Stewart returns to complete her three-tiered wedding cake decorated with yellow buttercreme icing and handmade marzipan fruit i n this episode of BAKING WITH JULIA. In this second of a two-part epis ode, Stewart puts together the individual cakes that serve as the buil ding blocks of this dessert, inserting a baked crunchy almond and egg white wafer and apricot jam between individual layers and decorating w ith the icing and candy fruit garnish.
When ordering a breakfast burrito in Santa Fe, you must specify red, green or Christmas, which is a combination of these two spicy chile pepper sauces. Samantha finds this out quickly at the popular Tia Sophia's, as she meets the renowned cartoonist, Ricardo Cate, whose Native American inspired cartoons combine politics with humor. From there, Samantha visits the New Mexico Capitol Art Collection, where the works of New Mexico artists are on display at the State Capitol Legislature building for all to experience. Hiking is a hugely popular activity, as Samantha often likes to do when returning to Santa Fe and does so as she climbs to the peak of Dale Ball Trail number 9 and enjoys the glorious views overlooking the entire city. From hiking to navigating the Margarita Trail, Samantha gets her book stamped at the legendary Cowgirl BBQ, where she enjoys their signature margarita while listening to some live western-folk music. A new day always rises and what not a better place than Ten Thousand Waves, where Samantha enjoys a therapeutic massage at this highly touted relaxation institution. Feeling quite rested, Samantha gets suddenly thrown in the immersive surreal world of Meow Wolf, where audiences are transported from creative art experiences into fantastic realms. Escaping through a refrigerator, Samantha arrives at a local favorite, Tomasita's, where she learns about the restaurant's 40-year history and how to make a Santa Fe style enchilada. Concluding her trip, Samantha makes a visit to the historic La Fonda On The Plaza and meets two of the original Harvey Girls, who are twin sisters in their 80's that worked prestigious positions at La Fonda during the 50's for the entrepreneur, Fred Harvey.
When it comes to a surefire win, you can't go wrong with barbecue. Of course, in Lidia's Kitchen, it's with an Italian twist! To start, an American classic, Four Cheese Baked Macaroni, but this one is packed with asparagus and peas the Lidia way. Then Miles swings by the kitchen to pick up some leftovers, and gets a lesson on making his grandmother's childhood drink, a Cider Vinegar Spritz. And the star of the meal, a family favorite - Spicy Vinegar Ribs & Potatoes, they are finger-licking good! So tune in and let's make barbecue classics the Lidia way!
Glasgow, once an industrial powerhouse, offers a fun look at Scotland's vibrantly gritty urban side - full of edgy street art, trendy dining, and the striking architecture of Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Leaving town, Rick taps into Scottish passions as he tours historic Stirling Castle, enjoys a bagpiping lesson, samples a dram at the land's most beloved distilleries on the Speyside Whisky Trail, and struggles to lift the Manhood Stone at a Highland Games.
The Rideau Canal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a popular tourist and recreational attraction and the oldest continuously operating canal system in North America. At every bend along the scenic engineering miracle the traveler is gifted with a world of surprises in its adjacent cities, towns and villages. Joseph begins his Rideau Canal journey in Ottawa where he explores the capital's diverse neighborhoods, historic landmarks, farmer's markets and hip restaurants. From the Ottawa Locks he climbs aboard his personal craft and pilots the luxury vessel along the canal's watery trail on placid waters through thick forests to picturesque communities. He grinds flour in an ancient mill, samples "butter tarts" with the Gingerbread Man, blows glass "witch balls" and helps First Nations craftspeople build a birch bark canoe. From visiting a cannabis factory to dining on maple syrup soaked flapjacks and cranking open the 19th century locks by hand, Joseph's Rideau Canal adventure pleases the senses and touches the heart.
Hitch up the team for an Arizona draft horse vacation. Log on to the blog of a Virginia farm family that champions agriculture. Test your agriculture knowledge - just what is "gluten free"? Join a Kentucky sheep roundup for one-of-a- kind wool creations.
In the Arizona desert, scientists study a small ocean at Biosphere II facility, where researchers measure sea changes under controlled conditions. But the real ocean is uncontrolled and vast. David journeys to the Bahamas to join researchers in caves and in reefs who are making startling findings about changes in climate and their effects on our oceans.
Celebrate the flavors of fall across North Carolina. Enjoy modern Chinese cuisine at The Majestic in Asheville, Thai favorites at Nai Thai 2 in Goldsboro and seasonal Italian cooking at Pizzeria Mercato in Carrboro.
At Pickering House Inn in New Hampshire, host Amy Traverso enjoys a delicious inn breakfast before heading out to cross-country ski. In southern Maine, Richard Wiese hits the slopes of Pleasant Mountain and tries winter surfing. And on Nantucket, see the artistry of Hafsa Lewis, a floral designer whose work includes the huge wreath adorning Brant Point Light at Christmas.
Columbus spent nearly a decade in Spain lobbying for his expedition. More than anywhere else, he remained in Huelva, a port on Spain's southwestern coast. With him on his voyages he brought the heritage of his surroundings and their many assumptions. His quest shaped his mission and the sailors he chose were of critical importance to the success or failure of his mission. Understanding them and their times helps clarify the influence- and the destruction they would heap on the Americas.
Storyteller Bland Simpson takes a historical trip up the Intracoastal Waterway?s Dismal Swamp Canal, the oldest continuously used artificial waterway in America. And internationally renowned Asheville artist Ben Long keeps the ancient art of fresco alive.
Chef Walter Staib tours the historic corridors of Philadelphia's Eastern State Penitentiary. Recipes include white bean & beef stew, and red bean chili.
fine dining experience at Artis restaurant. Portrush, learns to drive a hovercraft, and finishes in Derry with a and explores Dunluce Castle. He samples ice cream at Morelli's in Neven visits Glenarm Castle, crosses the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge,
If you ask someone to name their favorite restaurant, you're likely to get a revealing answer. TO DINE FOR WITH KATE SULLIVAN uses this very question as a foundation for a conversation with an array of bright and innovative minds. In this new series, four-time Emmy Award-winning journalist Kate Sullivan accompanies 10 different guests to their favorite restaurants. They experience the atmosphere, the location, the ambience, and eat what they love. Over dinner, Kate's guests - entrepreneurs, change agents, musicians, actors, newsmakers and others - discuss their early lives, their struggles, their successes, the American dream, and how they have tried to achieve it. This season, Kate travels to Seattle to meet with Howard Schultz, CEO of Starbucks. While there they dine at Mamnoon, a Middle Eastern restaurant known for flavors so good "they'll make you cry." Then, she flies to Chicago to visit with Nike designer Jason Mayden, who grew up on the South Side of the city. Jason takes her to Giordano's Deep Dish pizza to tell her why he loves Chicago, and how it fueled his imagination and dreams.
When it comes to a surefire win, you can't go wrong with barbecue. Of course, in Lidia's Kitchen, it's with an Italian twist! To start, an American classic, Four Cheese Baked Macaroni, but this one is packed with asparagus and peas the Lidia way. Then Miles swings by the kitchen to pick up some leftovers, and gets a lesson on making his grandmother's childhood drink, a Cider Vinegar Spritz. And the star of the meal, a family favorite - Spicy Vinegar Ribs & Potatoes, they are finger-licking good! So tune in and let's make barbecue classics the Lidia way!
Sara explores Bordeaux through its iconic wines, decadent desserts, and classic cuisine. After a hands-on wine blending experience, she prepares Steak in Bordelaise Sauce and Duck Fat Fried Potatoes, then creates a weeknight twist with Grilled Caesar Salad Steak.
Host Bridget Lancaster makes host Julia Collin Davison Cacio e Pepe. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about packaged pastas. And test cook Erin McMurrer makes Pasta alla Vodka for Bridget.
The late-1800s saw old notions of beauty challenged by revolutionary artists. We enjoy pioneering Impressionist works Monet's lilies, Renoir's ladies, Degas' snapshots and Rodin's statues that capture the joie de vivre of the age. We trace the tempestuous travels of Van Gogh through his incomparable art. And we finish in Spain, with wild and crazy buildings that herald the dawn of a new century.
Espionage has taken many forms throughout history. Walter Loving infiltrated his own community for the U.S. military, women codebreakers exposed Soviet spies and ancient Atzec Pochteca merchants used masterful disguises to gather information for the empire. One thing has stayed the same: you can never know who to trust.
After a family night at the opera, Jo makes a life-changing discovery, while Soames, smitten with Irene, makes a hasty decision.
Marie Antoinette's dangerous sexual affair with Fersen reignites when they are cast to star in "The Marriage of Figaro." However, the production turns out to be a calculated plot, orchestrated by the Palais-Royal, to challenge Louis's authority.
Cristina's pregnancy threatens Ana and Alberto's future. She and Barbara devise a plan to win Alberto back. Meanwhile, Rita, Pedro, and Jonas uncover a secret that could ruin Velvet.
The indie duo Fancy Gap, a new musical collaboration by Raleigh natives Stuart McLamb (of The Love Language) and Charles Crossingham, aims for pure pop-rock bliss. They bring their lush and expansive songs to the "Shaped by Sound" stage. Plus, they discuss the Golden Age of Radio, how music can create a sense of place and how creating well-crafted songs is like making a juicy cheeseburger.