Join award-winning journalists every Friday night in a robust roundtable discussion of the week's major national news stories.
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.
An international cast joins the New York Philharmonic for the American premiere of Emigre, a semi-staged oratorio that tells an unusual story of Jewish refugees during World War II. Following the Kristallnacht pogrom of 1938, to escape the looming Nazi threat, two brothers are sent halfway around the world to Shanghai. Otto cherishes his heritage, while Josef seeks a new path, and falls in love with Lina, a Chinese woman recovering from the loss of her mother in the Nanjing Massacre. A sweeping tale of love and loss, Emigre is set to music by film and concert composer Aaron Zigman with lyrics by Grammy-winning librettist Mark Campbell and additional lyrics by Brock Walsh. Long Yu conducts this New York Philharmonic co-commission with the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra.
Travel the globe to meet the many species of the wild dog family, from the formidable Arctic wolf to the talkative Dhole, from the tiny Fennec fox to the long-legged Maned wolf.
Discover the secrets to the canids' success, which enables them to survive and raise families in the most extreme locations. Black-backed jackals leap skywards to catch prey, Swift foxes hide in dens and African wild dogs vote on a hunt by sneezing.
Join the researchers making ground-breaking discoveries and going to extraordinary lengths to save wild canids around the world, from endangered wolves to injured African wild dogs.
Taking great photos is the first step for these quilters. Barbara Yates Beasley shows how she creates patterns from photographs for pet portrait quilts. Helen Parsons explains how she photographs her subjects for her art quilts, with tips on layout, lighting, and composition.
What methods do factories use to make garments look so professional? Host Peggy Sagers goes to the sewing machine to teach useful techniques for a neat neckline and a perfect zipper.
Seasonal weekly series with tips for the backyard gardener and homeowner, including lawn care, tree care, houseplants and flowers. Host and University of Tennessee Extension Agent Chris Cooper provides advice and tips for gardening success with the help of plant experts, Master Gardeners and other guests.
Gardeners tend to go with what's tried and true. A growing season is too precious to roll the dice on some wacky experimental technique that may or may not work. In this episode, foodscape correspondent Brie Arthur- basically a rocket scientist when it comes to growing things- thinks outside the pot to show unorthodox methods that can produce big results in the home garden.
FOOD PRODUCTION: Fresh food is one of the garden's best rewards. Visit a Mexican restaurant garden supporting sustainable foodways. Then explore a fifth-generation family farm to learn about their belief that 'if you know your farmer, you know your food.'
Special guests fly to Nashville to lend a hand. The crew visits a factory where siding is made from rice hulls, then it is installed at the project house. Brick repairs are done on the interior.
Nathan transforms a bathroom medicine cabinet; Mark replaces a chimney causing water damage to an indoor charcoal grill; Mark shows Kevin some of the little pieces of history he's found while doing masonry work over the years.
This miniature chest is perfectly sized to enhance any tabletop. Two router jig half- blind dovetail drawers are the key to this elegant mix of woods. Visit the Dave Moser Kiln to see how small batches of wood can be cured.
In this episode the team tackles two simple seating options. Logan makes a stool with bamboo-inspired turned legs. Chris returns to one of his first projects as a Woodsmith designer: a folding outdoor bench. Both are weekend projects you'll enjoy.
Milk Street takes a deep dive into the spice cabinet! Rosemary Gill starts off with a lesson on Spice Blends 101. Wes Martin uses an Egyptian seasoning to prepare Dukkah-Crusted Chicken Cutlets with Carrot-Cashew Salad. Christopher Kimball makes a pot of Berbere-Spiced Red Lentils, and Rosemary returns to whip up a tray of Butter Roasted Carrots with Za'atar and Pomegranate Molasses.
In Casas Grandes, Pati rides in style with local art curator Mayte Lujan in her 1960s Cadillac. Mayte owns a bed and breakfast, Las Guacamayas, where she invites Pati into the kitchen to make chile con queso in impossibly soft flour tortillas. Later, Pati learns about another tasty export from Chihuahua, pecans, at Gustavo Vazquez's farm, where his family has been growing them for generations.
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster Skillet-Roasted Chicken Breasts with Garlicky Green Beans. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of Vegan and Vegetarian Chicken Nuggets. Test cook Sam Block makes Braised Chicken Thighs with Fennel, Orange, and Cracked Olives.
Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster make Kombdi, Jira Ghalun (Cumin-Scented Chicken). Tasting Expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of honey. Toni Tipton-Martin talks about the history of hot honey, and test Cook Morgan Bolling makes her grandma's Hot-Honey Chicken.
The views are spectacular at Delaplane Cellars in the Northern Virgina countryside. Chief of Operations Angelo Tanner describes working in the wine industry for the very first time and history behind the Delaplane and Piedmont Station name connection. Recipes made in this episode: Thai Shrimp Vermicelli, Chicken Salad with Avocado and Dill Vinaigrette, and Sausage Tortellini Soup.
Jean-Louis Palladin ran his own restaurant in the Watergate Hotel for almost 20 years. He prepares foie gras (goose liver) with poached apples, roasts a duck breast over an open fireplace and, to accompany the duck, prepares sauteed porcini mushrooms.
Spring has sprung in the crisp mountain air of this alpine meadow. Paint along with Nicholas Hankins as we explore an expansive view of a Bob Ross snow capped mountain.
The Blue Ridge Parkway is arguably the most famous road in North America. It offers unrestricted views of the Appalachian mountains, along with plenty of hiking and waterfalls. Chris and Paul find almost endless photos during their adventures, along with a fair bit of education.
Host Will Clinger journeys hundreds of feet underground to tour the historic QUEEN COPPER MINE in Bisbee, Arizona; spends the night at the nearby bucolic SHADY DELL retro trailer park; goes nowhere but up at a WHITE MOUNTAIN HOT AIR BALLOONFEST and then tries to dodge ferocious flying carp at the annual central Illinois REDNECK FISHING TOURNAMENT (spoiler alert: he fails).
It's the bright lights of the stage for Samantha as she joins the cast of RENT for a vocal warmup on stage at Manchester's historic Palace Theatre before meeting CEO Peter Ramsey for a tour of the fully restored gem of a playhouse. In Manchester's Cat Alley, artists Vivian Beer and Dave Hady introduce Samantha to this one-of-a-kind feline fiesta of street art and good vibes. Nearby, Samantha takes in the fascinating historical artifacts on display at the Millyard Museum and talks with local expert John Clayton about how Manchester became a model city and hotspot of forward-thinking during the Industrial Revolution--a spirit that was carried into the computer age by Ralph Baer, Manchester resident and the founding father of modern video games. Then it's on to scenic Portsmouth where Sam finds something new to explore in the Museum of Dumb Guy Stuff (the brainchild of two retired guys united by a quirky passion for history and a need to stay out of their wives' hair). For an excellent coffee break, Samantha pops into Cup of Joe where she meets owner and Portsmouth's Assistant Mayor, JoAnna Kelley. In nearby Dover, Samantha is taught the fine art of making authentic dumplings at Hong Asian Noodle Bar where three friends created a restaurant serving the food they grew up with in China. To wash it all down, Samantha heads to Throwback Brewery in North Hampton, where she "throws back" a pint of hand-crafted microbrew with Master Brewer Annette Lee. Samantha is nostalgic as she heads to her former hometown of New Castle and meets her mom, Ellie Mae Brown, for a "beach day" before visiting a nearby grand dame coastal hotel, Wentworth by the Sea. She ends her trip with a cool cocktail and hot jazz at Jimmy's Jazz Club in Portsmouth.
Learn how the antiques market has evolved since 2008. Highlights include a Hank Aaron-signed game-used bat, a stickpin collection, ca. 1900, and an 1893 Tiffany & Co. World's Fair Exhibition vase. One find is now $100,000 to $150,000!
Modern energy transformed work over time. From farm to factory to office and the "work from home" revolution, energy is embedded in our systems of employment. What is the future of energy and work?
PBS NEWSHOUR WEEKEND features a summary of the day's national and international news, using renowned experts to offer analysis.
While the goal of wildlife rehabilitation is to restore wild animals to health and release them back into their natural habitats, it takes incredible efforts from many invested people to make it possible. From the individual who cared enough to stop and find help for an injured wild animal, to volunteer transporters, wildlife rehabilitators, veterinarians who provide medical assistance, and more - it truly "takes a village" to help a wild animal in need. Learn more about the entire wildlife rehabilitation process that takes place at the Wildlife Center of Virginia, a hospital for wildlife that treats more than 3,000 wild animals each year.
Carmody is challenged with learning how to be a vet. The new farmers have a worrying illness amongst their herd and James wants to help them. Helen rallies the community to help the newcomers whilst she waits for some personal news.
Phryne, Dot and Dr. Mac happily accompany Aunt Prudence to a picturesque chalet to celebrate a white Christmas in July. The party arrives to find one of the residents dead - electrocuted while hanging festive lights. No more suspicious than the usual Miss Fisher investigation, until the body count starts to rapidly rise. Heavy snowfalls and harsh weather trap them all with a murderer in their midst - and any one of them the next victim. It's a race against time for Phryne and Jack to hunt down the culprit - and restore enough Christmas joy to take full advantage should they find themselves standing under that bunch of that mistletoe!
DCI Barnaby returns from a holiday in France to discover an unidentified tramp has been beaten to death in the woods near the village of Marshwood, and a local young man has been arrested by retiring Supt. Ronald Pringle. Barnaby's suspicion of the suspect's innocence is reinforced when there is an apparent suicide at the same spot. He tries to uncover the connection before another murder occurs.
DCI Barnaby returns from a holiday in France to discover an unidentified tramp has been beaten to death in the woods near the village of Marshwood, and a local young man has been arrested by retiring Supt. Ronald Pringle. Barnaby's suspicion of the suspect's innocence is reinforced when there is an apparent suicide at the same spot. He tries to uncover the connection before another murder occurs.
Lorraine Jordan & Carolina Road.
An international cast joins the New York Philharmonic for the American premiere of Emigre, a semi-staged oratorio that tells an unusual story of Jewish refugees during World War II. Following the Kristallnacht pogrom of 1938, to escape the looming Nazi threat, two brothers are sent halfway around the world to Shanghai. Otto cherishes his heritage, while Josef seeks a new path, and falls in love with Lina, a Chinese woman recovering from the loss of her mother in the Nanjing Massacre. A sweeping tale of love and loss, Emigre is set to music by film and concert composer Aaron Zigman with lyrics by Grammy-winning librettist Mark Campbell and additional lyrics by Brock Walsh. Long Yu conducts this New York Philharmonic co-commission with the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra.
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.
Join award-winning journalists every Friday night in a robust roundtable discussion of the week's major national news stories.
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.
An international cast joins the New York Philharmonic for the American premiere of Emigre, a semi-staged oratorio that tells an unusual story of Jewish refugees during World War II. Following the Kristallnacht pogrom of 1938, to escape the looming Nazi threat, two brothers are sent halfway around the world to Shanghai. Otto cherishes his heritage, while Josef seeks a new path, and falls in love with Lina, a Chinese woman recovering from the loss of her mother in the Nanjing Massacre. A sweeping tale of love and loss, Emigre is set to music by film and concert composer Aaron Zigman with lyrics by Grammy-winning librettist Mark Campbell and additional lyrics by Brock Walsh. Long Yu conducts this New York Philharmonic co-commission with the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra.
When Sally accidentally destroys Nick's model of a mountain, the Cat takes them to meet Sara of Serendip, an inventor who helps them understand that you can make new discoveries through your mistakes. Nick discovers that Sally can't hear him when he yells from his bedroom window if their bedroom windows are closed. The Cat takes them to the Soundy Sea and they learn that sound travels in waves.
Robo-Camping - It's off to the woods for a serene camping trip with Becky, Violet, Tobey... and his robots. While the other campers attempt to rough it, Tobey commands his robots to do all of his tasks and create a luxurious weekend free from work. But will Tobey and his robots survive an unexpected thunderstorm? Vocabulary Words: Independent, Serene. The Stew, The Proud... - Time is running out for Becky to return her library books and maintain her perfect record when Raul Demiglasse and the Butcher go head-to-head in a culinary showdown. Vocabulary Words: Overdue, Superior.
There's a mystery in Storybrook Village - the case of the broken guitar strings! Jack thinks Whyatt is the culprit, but he knows he's innocent! The Super Readers fly into the tale of Goldilocks and the Three Bears and meet up with Goldilocks, who is just as determined to prove that she didn't make the mess in the Three Bears' house! What will it take for Goldilocks, and Whyatt, to convince everyone they're telling the truth? Educational Objectives: To learn strategies for convincing someone, explore the practice the magic of spelling, and use the power to read to change the story.
"Sunspot and the Great Red Spot" - Sunspot is determined to get to Jupiter to meet his fellow pet aliens, other members of the Red Spot Club. The Club is thousands of years old. They meet annually at an exact time to observe and celebrate the Red Spot. But, mechanical problems with the family wagon/saucer may thwart the trip. The kids and Celery do everything they can to get Sunspot to Jupiter and his Red Spot Club meet-up. Curriculum: The Great Red Spot is an enormous, high-pressure storm akin to an Earth hurricane that has been raging on the surface of Jupiter for at least 400 years. "Uncle Zucchini Babysits" - Uncle Zucchini finally gets to Earth for a visit, just as the Propulsion parents are called away on a work assignment. Uncle Zucchini volunteers to watch the kids. In the process of helping the kids coax Sunspot into taking a bath, Uncle Zucchini learns about the three states of water (solid, liquid, and gas). Curriculum: What is water and how does it change from one form to another? Water exists in three different states: solid, liquid, and gas. Clouds, snow, and rain are all made up of some form of water. Temperature and pressure can change water from solid (ice) to liquid (wet) to gas (vapor).
The Race Car Problem - Junk Yard/Race Track Stadium. Peg and Cat rebuild their homemade race car, "Hot Buttered Lightnin'," to compete in the Talla-peg-a 20 race. Primary Content: More than, less than; Secondary Content: Solid shapes. The Big Gig Problem - The Farm. Peg and Cat need to round up the missing members of their touring band, the Electric Eleven, in time for their big gig for 100 chickens. Primary Content: Counting backwards from 11; Secondary Content: Deductive reasoning, the 20s.
There's a mystery in Storybrook Village - the case of the broken guitar strings! Jack thinks Whyatt is the culprit, but he knows he's innocent! The Super Readers fly into the tale of Goldilocks and the Three Bears and meet up with Goldilocks, who is just as determined to prove that she didn't make the mess in the Three Bears' house! What will it take for Goldilocks, and Whyatt, to convince everyone they're telling the truth? Educational Objectives: To learn strategies for convincing someone, explore the practice the magic of spelling, and use the power to read to change the story.
Mister Rogers writes letters and erases the mistakes. Mr. McFeely brings the corrected Animal book that was shown the day before and a tape on HOW PEOPLE MAKE BOOKS and Quentin (real duck) visits. In Make-Believe, Audrey has for given but is upset that the king is making such a big fuss about her poem.
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. Arthur wants to prove to his parents that he's responsible, but gets more than he bargained for when opening "Arthur's Pet Business." Arthur is upset that D.W. doesn't share his tastes, but in "D.W. the Copycat," he finds that sometimes that's for the best.
This Halloween is sure to be the spookiest ever for Arthur and his friends. While trick-or-treating, Francine meets an elderly woman with a very mysterious past, while Binky finds himself at Mr. Ratburn's amazing haunted house (that's scarier than math class!). And as for Arthur, Buster, and Ladonna? Their tree house sleepover seems to be haunted? but by what?
After feeling left out, Luke decides that he wants to swap places with Stu, but being Stu isn't easy. / The Loops kids throw their parents a surprise party, and to keep it a secret, they come up with signals their parents won't pick up on.
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.
Miss Elaina Gets Hurt - Daniel is at Miss Elaina's house and the friends are playing "astronauts" with their toys! That is, until they crash into one another...OUCH! Lady Elaine comes and fixes up Miss Elaina's booboo but Daniel is reluctant to admit he is hurt as well. Later, Lady Elaine makes him feel better, too. Daniel Feels Better - Daniel is having a ball playing with Margaret but he accidentally falls, twisting his ankle. Mom is concerned so they pay a visit to Dr. Anna's office. He is scared at first but gradually becomes more comfortable with the idea that Dr. Anna can help take care of his ankle. He even learns about the X-ray machine, firsthand-or foot! Strategy: When you get hurt, find a grown-up to help you feel better.
Rosie's going ice skating with the Purple Knight, but when she decides not to wear a coat, she is too cold to skate. / Rosie and Javi find the perfect spot to watch the meteor shower, but it's not as perfect as they thought.
It's Wash Day today! It's a special time Gabrielle spends time with her Auntie Kayla, as she washes Gabrielle's hair. First, Auntie Kayla combs out Gabrielle's hair and puts shampoo. Next, Auntie Kayla uses warm water to rinse out the shampoo and puts conditioner to make Gabrielle's hair feel super soft and slippery. Then, a big comb is used to detangle and get out all the knots in Gabrielle's curls. For bath time, Auntie twists her hair up in a shower cap. After rinsing out the hair, it gets detangled one more time. Then she puts avocado oil and the leave-in conditioner to make Gabrielle's hair softer and smoother. Finally, Gabrielle picks out a style for her hair that can do so many different things afro, ponytail, box braids, or afro puffs! Wash Day is really special to Gabrielle and her family.
Because Zeke won't let go of his beloved stuffy, and because Malik wrecks the instructions, Operation "Wash Stinky Snout!" doesn't go as planned. / The Wombats ask their friends for help in making a special Thank You treat for Super.
We visit the Wasaga Beach Cruisers at one of their events where we chat with some car owners and take a look at their vehicles then work is completed on a 1956 GMC and the owner takes it out for a spin. Cars Featured: 1970 Duster; 1928 Dodge Sedan; 1987 VW Cabriolet; 1969 Mustang Mach I; 1956 GMC truck.
This week, we're finding out if the latest Honda Passport really can get us anywhere thanks to a new TrailSport off-road grade. Then we'll stick to the road in a battery-electric utility from BMW, the iX M60. We'll go "Over the Edge" for a vintage race around Summit Point's Jefferson circuit and join our youngest "Your Drive" talent for a primer on body filler.
It seems we all enjoy attracting pollinators to our yards. But what's the best way to do it, and how do we know if we have enough space? In this episode a GardenSMART expert walks us through the process. Even if you only have a little corner of your garden to devote to pollinators, join us as we GardenSMART.
A leading marine biologist cultivates oysters at a natural shellfish farm, sharing with George the joy of life with millions of oysters. Then back in the kitchen, George cooks up an inspiring celebration menu with a classic Waldorf salad, oysters Rockefeller and chocolate dipped fruits and cake. Good to Know Tip: Be inspired. George's recipes: - George's Waldorf Salad - Oysters Rockefeller - Chocolate Dipping For Any Occasion.
Breakfast Paella; Cajun Shrimp Bowl; Chocolate Buttermilk Pie.
Greece's historic capital, Athens, is the setting for a delicious journey demonstrating what it means to "eat like the ancient Greek Gods." Inspired by her visit to the Keratsini fish market in Athens' port city, Piraeus, Chef Maria Loi and restauranteur Chrysoula Ypsilanti prepare Sardeles me Elies (Sardines with Olives) and Tyropitakia (Cheese Pies) at the iconic Taverna Zorbas in Athens' ancient Plaka district. Back in her kitchen in New York, Maria whips up a quick & easy Tyropita tis Tembelas (Lazy Chef's Cheese Pie). She then invites her good friend Christian Wistehuff over to reminisce, and eat her Athens-inspired dish-Lavraki me Elies (Branzino with Olives).
Set in the area around Paul's cousin's cottage, Les and Paul focus on one indecent, at two different stages of growth. Paul reminisces about his past while cooking dinner. Les makes a cocktail. The team is surprised at the results of their experiments.
This week, we're finding out if the latest Honda Passport really can get us anywhere thanks to a new TrailSport off-road grade. Then we'll stick to the road in a battery-electric utility from BMW, the iX M60. We'll go "Over the Edge" for a vintage race around Summit Point's Jefferson circuit and join our youngest "Your Drive" talent for a primer on body filler.
Meet a community group planting trees to reduce heat islands and improve health, then learn how the American Chestnut Foundation is working to create blight-resistant trees to restore our forests.
Follow the epic story of the Marsh pride of lions as it battles for survival in Kenya's Maasai Mara Reserve. This is a powerful tale of shifting loyalties, bloody takeovers, complex family dynamics and sheer resilience.
Follow filmmaker Vianet Djenguet as he documents a grueling but vital mission to habituate a notoriously protective 450-pound silverback, in a last-ditch effort to save the critically endangered Eastern lowland gorillas from extinction.
Out in the solar system, ice can get bizarre. Visit strange, frozen worlds - from Uranus's ultra-hot superionic ice, to glaciers of nitrogen ice on Pluto, to carbon dioxide snow on Mars - and discover why the ice here on Earth is so unique.
The search for remains of formerly enslaved Black Union soldiers brutally murdered by angry Southerners as the Civil War was ending. Learn about Camp Nelson, KY, the military base where these soldiers and thousands got their freedom papers.
ABOLITION tells the story of two friends, Frederick Douglass and John Brown, during the tumultuous decade leading up to the Civil War.