Acclaimed singer, songwriter and actress Sara Bareilles takes the stage at the Kennedy Center with the National Symphony Orchestra for an enchanting evening of song and celebration in this New Year's Eve special. From her first smash hit "Love Song" to her Broadway songwriting and later performing debut with the musical "Waitress," Bareilles' amazing artistry has been recognized with multiple Grammy and Tony awards and nominations. She will be joined by special guests Rufus Wainwright, Emily King, and David Ryan Harris for this career-spanning night.
Acclaimed singer, songwriter and actress Sara Bareilles takes the stage at the Kennedy Center with the National Symphony Orchestra for an enchanting evening of song and celebration in this New Year's Eve special. From her first smash hit "Love Song" to her Broadway songwriting and later performing debut with the musical "Waitress," Bareilles' amazing artistry has been recognized with multiple Grammy and Tony awards and nominations. She will be joined by special guests Rufus Wainwright, Emily King, and David Ryan Harris for this career-spanning night.
A South African beauty queen faces an identity crisis upon learning she's born genetically male. Her path crosses with an intersex activist as they navigate a common journey marked by society's stigma and inner struggles in a male-female world.
Danielle Forestier prepares French breads, including baguette, boule, pain de mie and pain de campagne.
Head, shoulders, knees, and ROADSHOW! Give a big hand to this eye-catching collection of standouts from our body of work including a Willie Sutton prison-escape head and hand, an over-the-shoulder saxhorn, and a Victorian puffy heart charm necklace.
This animated series is based on Marc Brown's best-selling books about Arthur Read, an eight-year-old aardvark, his sister D.W., and their family and friends. In "Arthur's First Sleepover," the boys feel a bit uneasy being outside in the dark, due to the recent reports of UFO sightings. Arthur has a hard time staying up to find out what really happens at midnight, on "Arthur's New Year's Eve."
Blob on the Job - When a blob gets loose in Odd Squad headquarters, Olive and Otto compete against rival agents to catch it first. Curriculum: Measurement; capacity. Party of 54321 - When people in town can no longer count down, Olive and Otto must uncover who is causing the problem and why. Curriculum: Numbers and counting; deductive reasoning.
When the Wild Kratts gets marooned and lost a world away from the Tortuga, they must embark on a long journey home. The gang finds inspiration in several owls that they encounter along the way. As owls live on every continent except Antarctica, Aviva thinks it must be a sign. She has enough supplies and power to make one creature power suit and one only and ultimately it's up to owl power whether or not they ever get back home.
Alma teaches Emi how to be just like her, but now Emi won't stop imitating her. / Should Alma keep running and finish the "world's longest race"...or not?
When family and friends want their own fancy pin, Lyla and Everett must figure out how to make the pins for everyone in time for the New Year's Eve party. / Lyla and Everett clash as they make a fun unboxing video for Phan Hardware's Summer Sale.
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!
The Family Campout - Daniel and Dad Tiger head to the "Dad and Me" Camp-out, joined by his friends and their dads. When Katerina arrives with her mom, she notices that she's the only one who brought her mom. Henrietta assures Katerina that all families are different, and that's okay. A Game Night for Everyone - Daniel and Mom are on their way to "Mom and Me" Game Night when they run into O and X the Owl. O isn't sure if he can go to Game Night without a mom, but Uncle X assures him that he has his uncle, who loves him very much, to bring him.
111A When Rosie learns about a surprise for a sister, she tries to find out who that sister is. 111B Inspired by the cool stuff twins Jun and Quinn do together, Rosie tries to find someone to be her very own twin.
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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.
Donkey and Panda discover a golden rainbow outside after a storm. Will it lead them to a mythical bowl of Golden Crunchdoodles cereal? /When Grampy's walking stick breaks, Donkey vows to help fix it. But how? Maybe her pals' ideas can help.
When Pinkalicious loses her favorite button, they visit the Fairy Button Exchange in Fairyland to find it. / Peter is having trouble in the Pink Pong tournament, but he learns that music might be able to help him concentrate.
Leave It To Ari - Elinor, Olive and Ari are helping Ari's dad rake the leaves in their yard, which leads them to wonder, "Who rakes the leaves in the forest?" They need more observations, so they head out to the forest, where they look at the leaves more closely and notice that some of them are fresh, others are a little worn, and others are really old and crumbling. The kids also notice some of the dirt on the ground has little bits of leaves in it, and they realize that the leaves that fall on the forest floor eventually get old and go back into the soil, just like the compost that Ari's Dad makes. Snow Friend - Elinor, Ari and Olive are building a giant Snow Friend, but there isn't enough snow to finish their masterpiece. Luckily, the next day brings fresh new snow, but this snow won't stay packed at all - it just falls apart. After they go in the house to warm up, they observe some snow melt and get sticky, and they figure out a solution - warm up the snow! When they put their plan into action, the warm snow has just the right stickiness for packing. Just in time to build a super Snow Friend. Hurrah!
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."
It feels hotter than ever in Qyah, and Molly is determined to find out the highest temperature on record. Tooey stays cool with Auntie Midge's fan until he breaks it. Has it always been this hot? And will Tooey find a fix for the fan? Molly and Trini must save Qyah from a wildflower-gone wild! It's an invasive plant that grows so fast it could crowd out all the other plants in Qyah. Can the village work together to nip this problem in the bud?
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.
Chef Roberto Donna creates pizza margherita and panino di pizza, and demonstrates his techniques for making pizza dough -- gently kneading, petting, patting and tossing the dough to avoid disturbing the yeast. He also suggests tearing basil leaves to get the best flavor.
This 1880 Country Cape started as a small house on a large piece of land but was added on to over time. The crew meets the new homeowners and their architect and gets a tour both inside and outside to learn about their future plans.
Join the party in the barn as the home cooks serve up their most cherished dish from a special event in their lives and best family-style holiday meal.
Picking up where the first film left off Scott Kelly's last day in space and return to Earth-the final installment also introduces viewers to the next generation of astronauts training to leave Earth's orbit and travel into deep space.
Join conservation scientist Dr. M. Sanjayan for a global environmental health check of seven of Earth's bellwether biomes. From the Arctic to the Amazon, these vulnerable habitats are changing, revealing surprising animal behaviors as species adapt.
ROADSHOW reveals remarkable appraisals at Grounds for Sculpture, including a Chinese imperial celadon charger, a 1968 "Yellow Submarine" animation cell and a Harry Bertoia Sonambient sculpture. Which appraisal is a shocking $80,000-$120,000?
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.
Experience this annual beloved concert from the Golden Hall of the Musikverein celebrating the 200th anniversary of the birth of Johann Strauss. Conducted by Riccardo Muti for the seventh time, PBS favorite Hugh Bonneville returns to host.
Experience this annual beloved concert from the Golden Hall of the Musikverein celebrating the 200th anniversary of the birth of Johann Strauss. Conducted by Riccardo Muti for the seventh time, PBS favorite Hugh Bonneville returns to host.
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.
Torun, the capital of the Kuyavian-Pomeranian region of Poland boasts of many original Polish flavors. Its old recipes developed over many centuries are a real culinary treasure and one worth exploring. This capital of the central northern region of Poland is the birthplace of the world famous astronomer, Nicolaus Copernicus as well as one of Poland's most iconic sweets - Torunskie Pierniki (the famous Toruń gingerbread)! Toruń is one of Poland's oldest cities. It received city rights in 1233 and in the times of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth it was one of the largest and richest cities in the nation - a royal and Hanseatic city with autonomous political rights. Visiting Toruń we'll begin with a stroll through the Old Market Square, which holds numerous monuments, witnesses of the city's former glory and power. We'll also stop in for a visit to the Toruń gingerbread factory - the Kopernik Confectionary Factory - to discover the secrets of the city's famous sweets, a more than 700-year-old tradition! Our day will also include a tasting at one of the city's modern restaurants where we'll learn about and sample the region's culinary character both past and present.
Host Christopher Kimball takes inspiration from a focaccia originating in Bari, Italy to create Pour in the Pan Pizza. Then, Milk Street Cook Rayna Jhaveri assembles the perfect side for a pizza party, Shaved Fennel, Mushroom and Parmesan Salad. We finish with Milk Street Cook Josh Mamaclay preparing Inverted Pizza with Onions, Potatoes and Thyme using store-bought dough for a perfect weeknight dinner.
Hosted by lifestyle expert Sira Williams, KARAMU: FEAST FOR THE 7TH DAY explores the tradition of Kwanzaa, focusing on the final feast that concludes the annual celebration. The half-hour program explores the history, principles, and symbols of Kwanzaa while celebrating the culinary traditions of West Africa. Featuring dishes from Mali, Ghana, and Nigeria, KARAMU: FEAST FOR THE 7TH DAY focuses on food and culture, and their integral relationship to building community. Sira also shares her personal story as a child born in Mali, West Africa, to her American mother and Malian father, giving viewers insight into her experience growing up and the importance of African roots in American culture.
Joanne and a group of friends get together on the island of Syros in Greece to prepare a feast of a whole roasted lamb and a few Greek inspired side dishes. Spit-Roasted Lamb; Greek Bread Salad with Capers, Olives and Herbs; Feta, Dill, Mint, Cucumber Salad.
This episode explores the best recipes for holiday entertaining. Milk Street Cook Matthew Card and Christopher Kimball prepare an Argentinian-Style Stuffed Pork Loin with Chimichurri, a layered and filling dinner. Then Milk Street Cook Erika Bruce whips up a buttery and rich French Walnut Tart, which is an elevated take on the classic American pecan pie.
Host Laura Theodore serves a festive mid-day, family meal. Vegan Spinach, Onion and Red Pepper Crustless Quiche is a delightfully delicious dairy-free, egg-free and gluten-free twist on a brunch classic. On the side, Baby Greens, Carrot and Cranberry Salad celebrates the season with healthy ingredients and vibrant colors. Sweet and tangy Lemon-Cranberry Muffins are served on the side. Maple-Chocolate Pots de Creme provides a luscious, rich tasting dessert.
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the most-watched cooking show on public television, the cast of America's Test Kitchen is hosting a party! In "America's Test Kitchen Celebrates 25 Years," hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison and the test cooks highlight the food, science, kitchen ingenuity, and fun that have made the show a fan favorite for over 600 episodes and bring viewers behind-the-scenes to see how it all gets made.
Steve shows us how to build a modern style flower box that will add life to any area, indoors and out.
Hydrangeas are the focus. Host J Schwanke visits a flower farm that grows the big and beautiful blooms, and arranges with garden hydrangea. J also creates both simple and elaborate bouquets, as well as a hydrangea cocktail.
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.
Bob Ross paints a fantastic old rustic shed sitting along a well-worn, overgrown country walkway.
Developing a passion for bees at the age of 12 when he won a beehive in a contest, Blake's interest in apiculture only increased into adulthood, driving him to start Desert Creek Honey, a company that sells raw, unfiltered honey and all things beekeeping to support a new generation of beekeepers.
Take time to rest and connect to stillness in this magical restorative practice immersed in atmospheric music and a dreamscape environment. There are only floor postures in this class, and each one is held longer, so you are invited to close your eyes, breathe slowly and deeply, and let yourself release and drift away. Holding the postures longer helps stretch the deep connective tissues between the muscles and the fascia throughout the body, in addition to improving circulation to the joints. Even though you can do this practice without props, feel free to have a block, folded blanket and pillow by your side in case you need it for support. If you need to reset and relax, treat yourself with this yoga class. Experience bliss.
A fashion designer is responsible for creating the specific look of individual garments - including a garment's - including a garment's shape, color, fabric, trimmings, and other aspects of the whole. Fashion designers hold a special place in the world. Their contributions have changes our lives, our choices, and what we wear every day. Today we look at the fabrics, the fit, and the details of several designs and begin to understand why one may cost more than another.
Nicholas Hankins paints an evening thunderstorm that calls back to Bob Ross's final episode of The Joy of Painting for inspiration; a dazzling sunset framed by dark clouds and trees. 
Host Eric Gorges visits a friend, April Wagner, a glassblower working in abstract art. Eric and April discuss the connection between making a sacrifice when starting up a business and the give-and-take that successful craft people must make and the rewards that eventually come. Eric learns how hot a glass studio can get and how to make a glass cup.
Take time to rest and connect to stillness in this magical restorative practice immersed in atmospheric music and a dreamscape environment. There are only floor postures in this class, and each one is held longer, so you are invited to close your eyes, breathe slowly and deeply, and let yourself release and drift away. Holding the postures longer helps stretch the deep connective tissues between the muscles and the fascia throughout the body, in addition to improving circulation to the joints. Even though you can do this practice without props, feel free to have a block, folded blanket and pillow by your side in case you need it for support. If you need to reset and relax, treat yourself with this yoga class. Experience bliss.
Morgan Bolling makes host Julia Collin Davison Jamaican Oxtail, and Toni Tipton-Martin talks about oxtail dishes around the world. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top picks for countertop compost bins, and Christie Morrison makes host Bridget Lancaster Jamaican Rice and Peas.
In this episode, Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to making the perfect Pane Francese at home, and equipment expert Adam Ried reviews his top pick for fine-mesh strainers. Then, test cook Erin McMurrer makes Bridget a foolproof recipe for an Italian classic: Chicken Vesuvio.
Go beyond the usual gondola ride down the Grand Canal for a behind-the-scenes look at the most iconic Venetian images as Alessandra island hops around the lagoon. Viewers will follow the preparations for the most lavish party in the world, the Ballo del Doge masquerade ball, choosing ingredients for the feast at an ancient market alongside the chef and joining the costumed revelers tableside at the palace. On Chioggia, Alessandra's adventures in her father's homeland include a visit to the last artisan making the traditional ceramic pipes Venice has been known for since the 1600s. A quick ferry ride to the island of Murano finds the son of one the greatest glass artists of the 19th century continuing his father's legacy of exceptional treasures inspired by the region, as well as a choreographer dedicated to teaching historical dances as if time has stood still.
An epic road trip into the Scottish Highlands continues as Jeff, Zack, Dave, and Jon discover the Isle of Skye, the legendary Loch Ness, the city of Inverness and a sobering look at the Culloden Battlefield where the Jacobite uprising of 1745 was smashed.
Europe's tumultuous 20th century spawned a kaleidoscope of cutting-edge art. From Spain to Hungary, Glasgow to Oslo, we seek out all that's wild, colorful, surreal, and just plain fun. The fascinating work of Pablo Picasso leads us through the century's major art styles. And in today's gleaming cities, we see how a persistent artistic spirit connects us with both our past and an exciting future.
Bob Ross creates a beautiful rocky stream gently rippling through the forest mist -- all in a fantastic oval setting!
Morgan Bolling makes host Julia Collin Davison Jamaican Oxtail, and Toni Tipton-Martin talks about oxtail dishes around the world. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top picks for countertop compost bins, and Christie Morrison makes host Bridget Lancaster Jamaican Rice and Peas.
In this episode, Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to making the perfect Pane Francese at home, and equipment expert Adam Ried reviews his top pick for fine-mesh strainers. Then, test cook Erin McMurrer makes Bridget a foolproof recipe for an Italian classic: Chicken Vesuvio.
A fashion designer is responsible for creating the specific look of individual garments - including a garment's - including a garment's shape, color, fabric, trimmings, and other aspects of the whole. Fashion designers hold a special place in the world. Their contributions have changes our lives, our choices, and what we wear every day. Today we look at the fabrics, the fit, and the details of several designs and begin to understand why one may cost more than another.
Nicholas Hankins paints an evening thunderstorm that calls back to Bob Ross's final episode of The Joy of Painting for inspiration; a dazzling sunset framed by dark clouds and trees. 
Host Eric Gorges visits a friend, April Wagner, a glassblower working in abstract art. Eric and April discuss the connection between making a sacrifice when starting up a business and the give-and-take that successful craft people must make and the rewards that eventually come. Eric learns how hot a glass studio can get and how to make a glass cup.
Take time to rest and connect to stillness in this magical restorative practice immersed in atmospheric music and a dreamscape environment. There are only floor postures in this class, and each one is held longer, so you are invited to close your eyes, breathe slowly and deeply, and let yourself release and drift away. Holding the postures longer helps stretch the deep connective tissues between the muscles and the fascia throughout the body, in addition to improving circulation to the joints. Even though you can do this practice without props, feel free to have a block, folded blanket and pillow by your side in case you need it for support. If you need to reset and relax, treat yourself with this yoga class. Experience bliss.
A fashion designer is responsible for creating the specific look of individual garments - including a garment's - including a garment's shape, color, fabric, trimmings, and other aspects of the whole. Fashion designers hold a special place in the world. Their contributions have changes our lives, our choices, and what we wear every day. Today we look at the fabrics, the fit, and the details of several designs and begin to understand why one may cost more than another.
Test cook Dan Souza makes Bridget foolproof swordfish skewers with tomato-scallion caponata on the grill. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of feta, and then test cook Becky Hays makes Julia a vibrant Mediterranean favorite: Egyptian barley salad.
Featuring stories from around Indiana?experience the sights of sounds of an Indiana drive-in theater; grab a paintbrush at the 31st Annual Great Outdoor Art Contest; and take a tour of the Gabis Arboretum in Valparaiso.
Go beyond the usual gondola ride down the Grand Canal for a behind-the-scenes look at the most iconic Venetian images as Alessandra island hops around the lagoon. Viewers will follow the preparations for the most lavish party in the world, the Ballo del Doge masquerade ball, choosing ingredients for the feast at an ancient market alongside the chef and joining the costumed revelers tableside at the palace. On Chioggia, Alessandra's adventures in her father's homeland include a visit to the last artisan making the traditional ceramic pipes Venice has been known for since the 1600s. A quick ferry ride to the island of Murano finds the son of one the greatest glass artists of the 19th century continuing his father's legacy of exceptional treasures inspired by the region, as well as a choreographer dedicated to teaching historical dances as if time has stood still.
An epic road trip into the Scottish Highlands continues as Jeff, Zack, Dave, and Jon discover the Isle of Skye, the legendary Loch Ness, the city of Inverness and a sobering look at the Culloden Battlefield where the Jacobite uprising of 1745 was smashed.
Europe's tumultuous 20th century spawned a kaleidoscope of cutting-edge art. From Spain to Hungary, Glasgow to Oslo, we seek out all that's wild, colorful, surreal, and just plain fun. The fascinating work of Pablo Picasso leads us through the century's major art styles. And in today's gleaming cities, we see how a persistent artistic spirit connects us with both our past and an exciting future.
Kielce is a city in south central Poland surrounded by one of the most beautiful landscapes of Poland - its quaint countryside. In this episode we'll explore the history, culture and tastes of the region through the viewpoint of its old folk life. A visit to the Museum of the Kielce Countryside will allow us a deeper look into the old, daily life of the locals and give us a chance to sample its delicious homemade traditions - Kasiolki, Byki, Pasternocek, Spyrok, Zalewajka, Pokrzywianka... these are all the names of favorite local dishes, the products of the region's home cooks, and recipes developed from the heart. These are dishes made with the products picked from the land - none utilize mass produced products, artificial flavorings or colorants. The Holy Cross region's menu is a true farm to table experience. While in the area, we'll also have a chance to explore the city center of Kielce, local castles and monuments, all elements of a place that traces its history as far back as the 11th century!
What makes for the ultimate tailgate food? In the Homemade Live! kitchen this week, host Joel Gamoran shows us how to tailgate like a pro with a crowd-pleasing crab dip that's sure to impress. Joel is joined in the kitchen by chef Brad Leone, and together they cook up Seattle-style hot dogs topped with Brad's homemade sauerkraut.
Hosted by Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison, Cook's Country features the best regional home cooking in the country and relies on the same practical, no-nonsense food approach that has made Cook's Country magazine so successful. Cook's Country is where family-friendly recipes from every corner of America are reimagined for home cooks everywhere.
When Lidia was a child, ricotta had many uses in the kitchen, from appetizers, to pasta, to stuffings, to baked desserts. In this episode, Lidia plans a meal using ricotta in all its versatile glory. To start, Easy Bruschetta using three ingredients or less, Lidia makes a delicious appetizer with her grandson Miles. Then Lidia makes a much-loved classic baked pasta, Crespelle Manicotti, filled with a spinach ricotta stuffing. And for a sweet finish, the family's favorite Chocolate Chip Ricotta Cookies. This episode is all about ricotta!
Kielce is a city in south central Poland surrounded by one of the most beautiful landscapes of Poland - its quaint countryside. In this episode we'll explore the history, culture and tastes of the region through the viewpoint of its old folk life. A visit to the Museum of the Kielce Countryside will allow us a deeper look into the old, daily life of the locals and give us a chance to sample its delicious homemade traditions - Kasiolki, Byki, Pasternocek, Spyrok, Zalewajka, Pokrzywianka... these are all the names of favorite local dishes, the products of the region's home cooks, and recipes developed from the heart. These are dishes made with the products picked from the land - none utilize mass produced products, artificial flavorings or colorants. The Holy Cross region's menu is a true farm to table experience. While in the area, we'll also have a chance to explore the city center of Kielce, local castles and monuments, all elements of a place that traces its history as far back as the 11th century!
Ellie prepares an ensemble of make-ahead dishes that are designed so that both party-giver and partygoers can equally enjoy the festivities. All these dishes can be cooked and frozen ahead of time and then simply reheated at party time. Go ahead: enjoy your own party. Recipes: Asian shrimp cakes served with 3 Ingredient Recipe: avocado-wasabi sauce; Chicken phyllo pies; Broccoli and sun-dried tomato flatbread; Chipotle black bean dip.
No one gathers around the stove to watch soup simmer or meat roasting in the oven. But fire up your grill and you instantly become the center of attention. In this episode, Steven reinvents the cocktail party, harnessing the power of live fire to take finger food over the top. He begins with West Indian rum-and citrus-glazed jumbo shrimp grilled on sugarcane. Italian-inspired "finger-burner" lamb chops are next, along with a great grilled dish from Spain: Catalan tomato bread (grilled bread rubbed with grilled garlic and tomatoes and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil). Smoked nectarine bellinis keep appetites sharp and conversation flowing. And sommelier Kristine Bocchino shares suggestions for three great wines to serve at the party. Plantation shrimp with spiced rum glaze; Finger burner lamb chops; Catalan grilled tomato bread; Smoked nectarine bellinis.
Europe's tumultuous 20th century spawned a kaleidoscope of cutting-edge art. From Spain to Hungary, Glasgow to Oslo, we seek out all that's wild, colorful, surreal, and just plain fun. The fascinating work of Pablo Picasso leads us through the century's major art styles. And in today's gleaming cities, we see how a persistent artistic spirit connects us with both our past and an exciting future.
An epic road trip into the Scottish Highlands continues as Jeff, Zack, Dave, and Jon discover the Isle of Skye, the legendary Loch Ness, the city of Inverness and a sobering look at the Culloden Battlefield where the Jacobite uprising of 1745 was smashed.
Go beyond the usual gondola ride down the Grand Canal for a behind-the-scenes look at the most iconic Venetian images as Alessandra island hops around the lagoon. Viewers will follow the preparations for the most lavish party in the world, the Ballo del Doge masquerade ball, choosing ingredients for the feast at an ancient market alongside the chef and joining the costumed revelers tableside at the palace. On Chioggia, Alessandra's adventures in her father's homeland include a visit to the last artisan making the traditional ceramic pipes Venice has been known for since the 1600s. A quick ferry ride to the island of Murano finds the son of one the greatest glass artists of the 19th century continuing his father's legacy of exceptional treasures inspired by the region, as well as a choreographer dedicated to teaching historical dances as if time has stood still.
Bob Ross creates a beautiful rocky stream gently rippling through the forest mist -- all in a fantastic oval setting!