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.
Topics: Allegations against NC gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson about past online comments surface; a look into NC races across the ballot; and anti-Israel demonstrations on UNC-Chapel Hill?s campus. Panelists: Dawn Vaughan (News & Observer), Mitch Kokai (John Locke Foundation), Billy Ball (Cardinal & Pine) and PR consultant Pat Ryan. Host: PBS NC?s Kelly McCullen.
Ridley investigates a jewelry heist that turns into a murder case, working with an undercover source whose cover soon risks being compromised. Ridley checks out the manager of the jewelry company, thinking it could've been an inside job.
Susan is living in Crete, when a couple asks her for help finding their missing daughter, Cecily. They believe her disappearance is connected to a murder that happened at their hotel and an Alan Conway novel that was inspired by the case.
After a whistleblower is murdered, the team must ensure the second whistleblower testifies to take down a criminal empire. Van der Valk is conflicted when he discovers the protection officer is a former flame.
Say Aloha to amazing Season 11 appraisals revisited 14 years later, including 19th-century Hawaiian poi pounders, a Dirk van Erp copper vase and an 1888 Joseph Nawahi oil painting. One is now worth $250, 000-$300,000.
"Spoon Mountain Opera," starring Betty Aberlin and Chuck Aber Wicked Knife and Fork is holding Purple Twirling Kitty captive on Spoon Mountain. Prince Extraordinary (Chuck Aber) and Betty Green (Betty Aberlin) from the Park Service must climb the mountain to rescue the kitty. They finally learn the reason for Wicked Knife and Fork's nasty behavior and are able to help him change.
Daniel's Allergy - When Daniel tries a peach for the first time, he learns he is allergic to the fruit. Dad and Doctor Anna take care of him, and Doctor Anna tells Daniel how he can take care of himself, too. Allergies at School - Daniel is celebrating the 100th day at school. He tells Teacher Harriet and his friends that he is allergic to peaches. Teacher Harriet, Katerina, Miss Elaina, O the Owl, and Prince Wednesday take care of Daniel by helping him avoid peaches. They all take care of each other in different ways throughout the school day. Strategy: We take care of each other.
Oscar's been feeling terrible all day. Elmo, Abby, Grundgetta, and Nina find ways to help Oscar feel better by looking for different exercises he could do. Running that makes you feel awake and energized, yoga that helps your body flexible and calm, and dancing that gets your body moving. As they go off to tell Oscar all the exercises he could do to feel better, they find him coming back from a long, grouchy walk picking up trash. Oscar feels much better and is back to feeling good and rotten.
Bob Dog can't join the Stuffie Playdate when he brings a ball instead. He and Donkey speak up about the unfair rules./Donkey feels nervous about playing in the swamp. Frannie Fox helps her find something familiar to feel comfortable in a new place.
"Spoon Sounds" Pinkalicious sets out to collect all the spoons in Pinkville to create a one-of-a-kind giant wind chime! Sounds like a pinkamazing plan, right? Curriculum: (Music / Visual Arts) Making wind chimes with spoons. "Robotta the Artiste" Dame Nostrella invites Pinkalicious to create one hundred line drawings for a new exhibit at the art museum. There is no humanly way Pinkalicious can make all those paintings in time. Pherhaps her robot can help? Curriculum: (Visual Arts) To bring awareness to the beauty of simple shapes in art. Interstitial: Kids meet artist Ken Butler, and explore the playful, interactive musical instruments he creates!
Molly can't wait to catch her first fish (and to earn her own first fish tale), but when she gets to the river, the only thing she catches is Tooey's missing boot! Molly must put her knowledge of the salmon life cycle to the test and find out where the fish are before the day is through. / Molly suggests a community fun-raiser to fix her school roof after a snow storm. The main attraction? A giant maze made of snow! All is well until Trini gets lost in the maze and Molly realizes the maze map is out of date. Can Molly and Tooey find a way to help Trini escape the maze?
The Unsinkable Lynx - It's a very snowy day and Elinor, Ari and Olive meet a new friend, Gael the lynx, who has just moved to Animal Town. The kids decide to play some fun SNOW TAG, and it quickly becomes clear that Gael is a master at the game. He moves impossibly fast in the snow. How does he do it? After some careful observations, the kids discover that Gael's paws are much wider than theirs, which helps him walk on top of the snow instead of sinking down into it. This discovery inspires the kids to make their own wide snowshoes! Rocky the Rock - Ari spots a funny looking rock with a smile on it and decides to make it his new friend, Rocky. When it's time for a snack, Ari notices that Rocky doesn't eat anything, which makes him worried. How will Ari take care of his friend Rocky? Enlisting the help of his friends, they wonder, are rocks alive? They make observations about what living things do and compare them to what Rocky does, which sparks a lively class debate. The kids decide that rocks are not alive, but that they can still be friends with nature.
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."
Step back in time with visits to old-school destinations, including two iconic general stores in Saluda.
My Home heads to the Highlands for some magical mountain stories.
Every week our viewers travel with us across the world to unusual locations where we visit beautiful, one-of-a-kind gardens. From ingenious tips to inspired plant combinations and landscape designs to abundant vegetable, flower and container gardens, GardenSMART packs every show with advice from experts. Plus an added benefit: Plenty of eye candy for the travel lovers in our audience.
Leslie Martin, an accomplished jazz musician and classical pianist, is also an avid gardener. His quarter-acre plot in the heart of New Orleans features English cottage-style gardening and Japanese traditional accents. He built waterfalls and bridges, and planted trees to create a rhythmic perimeter around his property. His overworked hands were relieved with pebble massages and stretches.
Maggie and Lindsey go to Maker's Mark distillery to learn from president Rob Samuels about the role of regenerative farming practices to produce the corn and wheat used in making bourbon. They visit Star Hill Provisions, the distillery's restaurant, and meet its executive chef, AuCo Lai.
There is a long tradition of hunting wild game in the Plains. Capri travels to South Dakota for pheasant season which is welcomed by both locals and visitors each year. Capri witnesses a pheasant hunt and samples a famous pheasant sandwich that can trace its origins back to World War II.
Say Aloha to amazing Season 11 appraisals revisited 14 years later, including 19th-century Hawaiian poi pounders, a Dirk van Erp copper vase and an 1888 Joseph Nawahi oil painting. One is now worth $250, 000-$300,000.
In this second of a two episodes on Florence, we enjoy more of the exquisite artistic treasures of the city that propelled Europe out of the Middle Ages. Then we side-trip to a couple of rival cities and cultural capitals in their own right, Pisa and Lucca, where we'll marvel at a tipsy tower, circle a city on its ramparts, and enjoy some Puccini in his hometown.
Host Will Clinger drives the Illinois leg of historic ROUTE 66 to find: the birthplace of the COZY DOG in Springfield; a city hall with a phone booth on its roof in LINCOLN; the land-yacht of itinerant Route 66 artist Bob Waldmire in PONTIAC; a roadside attraction called HENRY'S RABBIT RANCH; and then rides along at the annual bike race/eating contest known as the TOUR DE DONUT in Staunton.
In OUTSIDE: BEYOND THE LENS, host Jeff Aiello and his Emmy Award-winning camera crew tell the stories of travel cinematically. They explore national parks and scenic wonders from Queenstown, New Zealand to Tornado Alley, Texas to the Alaskan wilderness, celebrating the art of photography by documenting how scenic shots are caught on film. But beyond the lens, Jeff and his team also discover the real magic of travel in the people, food and unplanned adventures on each trip.
Six finishing techniques can give you professional results. Learn the six steps to enhance wood, restore antiques, or create new masterpieces. Furniture restoration has never been this easy. See which finishes are the safest to use.
The renovation of the 1960 mid-century modern home is complete. It is now a fully accessible home to accommodate a family of five, including a child with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. The crew is back for a tour of the changes with the family.
The AskTOH team explores how homeowners can protect their houses against wildfires. Jenn learns about firescaping, Tom fire hardens a home, and Richard learns a weeding method to lower fire spreading.
This week on the Journal, we fish for speckle trout using live shrimp. In ?Gear Time,? our anglers show you the lures and tackle that they used to catch fish. Donna Reynolds prepares a fish recipe in the kitchen.
PBS NEWSHOUR WEEKEND features a summary of the day's national and international news, using renowned experts to offer analysis.
Agatha Christie's shocking disappearance in 1926 gripped the nation. Lucy Worsley unravels the mystery and reveals the profound influence this episode had on her writing.
Set amidst the passion and fanaticism of 1929 Australian Rules Football. When Phryne is duped into investigating the coach's missing 'lucky cap', she discovers a gruesome murder instead - the local team Captain is found hanging by a rival team's scarf and it seems at first a clear-cut case of murderous sabotage. Phryne's investigation is complicated by the return of Jack's ex-wife, her dashing fiance - and the Police Commissioner's fanatical support for the opposition team. As she uncovers a past crime, Phryne reveals the lengths some men will go to for the sake of the game.
In MIDSOMER MURDERS, the town of Causton's detective chief investigator and his detective sergeant investigate the scandals and deadly deeds that lurk just beneath the well-manicured surface of the county of Midsomer. The series is bolstered by a rotating cast of investigators and many special celebrity appearances.
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In MIDSOMER MURDERS, the town of Causton's detective chief investigator and his detective sergeant investigate the scandals and deadly deeds that lurk just beneath the well-manicured surface of the county of Midsomer. The series is bolstered by a rotating cast of investigators and many special celebrity appearances.
The team investigate the murder of an estate agent during the private sale of a picturesque beach and discover the buyers were victims of a scam. Meanwhile, Marlon leads a counterfeit goods case to impress the Commissioner.
Viniloversus lights up the stage at Sonark Studios in Hillsborough, North Carolina, with their vibrant Latin rock. Formed in Caracas, Venezuela, in 2004, the band delivers a riveting performance that showcases the power of live Latin rock.
The Stone Foxes are an indie rock sensation from San Francisco. Their music has been featured in the Academy-Award-Winning film Free Solo and a variety of episodes of FX's Son's Of Anarchy. The band has also played Outside Lands, Voodoo Music Experience, SXSW, and has performed with artists such as The Black Keys, Cage the Elephant, and ZZ Top. Don't forget to turn it up because this episode rocks!
Lyla and Everett make a lemonade stand to raise money for the animal shelter. / Lyla and Everett tackle learning Double Dutch to become a part of a neighborhood crew.
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."
Business is slow for Mr. and Mrs. Read, and Arthur is concerned. Can this "super saver" find ways to keep his family in the green? Educational Objective: Arthur learns how his family can work together to save money. When D.W. saves Tommy and Timmy from a nasty fall, they decide to repay the favor...whether D.W. likes it or not. Educational Objective: The Tibbles learn how to accept and reciprocate kindness.
Undercover Olive - In this half-hour episode, Olive goes undercover in a high-stakes "Rock, Paper, Scissors" game. Curriculum: Data collection and analysis; solving simple probability problems.
Martin and Chris realize that the Hummingbird might be the ultimate flier in the Creature world and ask Aviva to create a new power disc with its powers. The only problem - it's not easy to touch Hummingbird!
While checking out the endangered Giant panda, the Wild Kratts gets stranded in the bamboo forests of China without power to any of their vehicles or equipment. They must figure out how to 'power up' in time to help save the pandas, who are being turned into roboticized stuffed toys by the nefarious villain, Zach Varmitech. An 'ancient panda secret' just might lead to the creature power that will restart their engines and save the pandas. Science Concept: Alternative energy.
Lyla and Everett make a lemonade stand to raise money for the animal shelter. / Lyla and Everett tackle learning Double Dutch to become a part of a neighborhood crew.
Layla's big pilot exam is right around the corner, but she's too sick to fly. Molly turns to a traditional remedy to help her mother get better in time - a steam bath. Can she and Oscar build one in time? / When Oscar thinks he's seen a snow monster, he's too scared to walk home from school. Molly and Trini offer to help. Now they're scared too! Inspired by a story from Auntie Midge, the three kids band together to face the monster.
Trini's excited to enter Big Green, her giant cabbage, into the Alaska State Fair, but a suspicious moose keeps nibbling its leaves. Trini and Molly research ways to keep moose out of gardens, and even email cabbage expert Sadie Albert for advice, but this moose is clever. Will there be anything left of Big Green before the final weigh in? / Molly wants to get her Native name when she discovers that her Mom, Dad, Grandpa and others in the community have one. But she soon learns that only an elder can give you your Native name and getting one will require impressing the unimpressible Aunt Merna.
Sparks' Crew is on a training mission to find their schoolmates, Petie Heat and Freeze Louise, who are hiding somewhere in Citytown. The team follows hot and cold clues to lead them to find their friends. Curriculum: Heating or cooling a substance may cause changes that can be observed. / The kids are shocked to see their teacher, Mr. Sparks, on the weekend, outside of school. But, when Mr. Sparks loses an important package, our heroes have to save the day without the use of the superhero technology they usually have with them on school days. Curriculum: When current technology is not available, there are other ways to solve problems.
Perfectamundo isn't so perfect anymore - the trash is out of control! A giant garbage heap threatens to break through the cybersite's dome, and the CyberSquad must become garbologists in order to reduce the rubbish. Hacker, meanwhile, is digging through the very same heap for some mistakenly discarded seeds that will allow him to grow an army of monster plants to take over Cyberspace. Will he find the seeds before the Perfectamundians solve their trash problem? Or is the dome doomed?
"Stinky Fruit" In Bangkok, Leo thinks he needs to like the taste of the very strong-smelling durian fruit to be a great chef. "Kick It Good" Andy wants to play ball with kids in Thailand, but thinks they're playing all wrong! He learns that sports from around the world are sometimes similar, but different, but also just as good.
The kids need to move a big rock in their backyard so they can plant an apple tree. The Cat takes them to Machine-a-Ma-Zoo, where they learn how a lever can solve their problem. Sally is playing a song on an instrument made up of different things in the Treehouse but she can't find the right note for her song. In Gongolia, they find out that bigger things make lower sounds and smaller things make higher sounds.
"Yodelahee Goat" Flora's goat Greta has escaped her farm, and Pinkalicious and Peter help track it down. After running all over Pinkville they find the goat on top of Town Hall! How in the world are they going to get Greta down? Curriculum: (Music) Introducing the singing form of yodeling, with a focus on using both high and low pitches. "Pink Mascot" The Pinksters have a new mascot - the pinkatoo. Pinkalicious and friends make a mascot costume, but who will wear it and help cheer the soccer team on? Curriculum: (Theatre) To create a character and embody that character when putting on a costume. Interstitial: Kids learn how to create a variety of different sounds using just their mouths with the help of beatboxer Nate Paul.
113A At the carnival, Rosie is finally ready to go into the Fun House, but then learns she doesn't have enough tickets. 113B A visit to the pet store for Crystal's new bunny finds Rosie struggling to figure out what the bunny wants vs. what it needs.
114A To help Mom, Rosie volunteers to put Iggy to bed, but she'll have to follow his special routine to do so. 114B Rosie is helping Crystal with her magic show, but for their big trick to work, she must follow the steps in order.
115A Rosie wants to have a nighttime job, so she turns into a Super Kid and tries different tasks to get her job done. 115B Rosie is helping out with the play at the community theater, but she must figure out what her job is before the play starts.
Rosie and Javi are making a chalk town in the circle drive, but things take a turn when others want to use the space too. / Rosie wants to fix the community garden for Story Time by herself, but it turns out to be harder than she thought.
Rosie and friends pretend to be pirates travelling around the world, but they need a globe to plan a route./While Jun is visiting Shanghai, she and Rosie plan a virtual breakfast. But when it's daytime for Rosie, it's nighttime for Jun.
While delivering popcorn in Maya's apartment building, Rosie, Crystal and Mom find a lost dog toy, so they become doggie detectives to find its owner./Rosie builds a cardboard house for Gatita so she can have a peaceful nap.
Calm at the Restaurant - The Tiger Family goes to the restaurant for taco night with Jodi and Dr. Plat. Daniel and Jodi find out that there are times to be silly and times to be calm. Calm in Class - Music Man Stan comes to school for a special musical story with the class. Daniel, Katerina, and Miss Elaina learn to be calm so that everyone can enjoy the story.
Mad at the Crayon Factory - Daniel returns to the Crayon Factory with O the Owl and Jodi. When Daniel gets mad that he doesn't get a crayon box right away, he takes a deep breath and realizes there are plenty of boxes for everyone. Mad at School - Daniel and O are building a cardboard car contraption at school, but when it breaks, they get mad. Once they take a deep breath and count to four, they're able to fix their contraption together.
For more than 75 years, generations of young children have been charmed by the literary adventures of Curious George. Based on the best-selling Curious George books by Margret and H. A. Rey, the daily series expands George's world to include a host of colorful new characters and original locales, while maintaining the charm of the beloved books. Each half-hour episode includes two animated stories, followed by short live-action pieces showing real kids who are investigating the ideas that George introduces in his stories. The series aims to inspire kids to explore science, math and engineering in the world around them.
For more than 75 years, generations of young children have been charmed by the literary adventures of Curious George. Based on the best-selling Curious George books by Margret and H. A. Rey, the daily series expands George's world to include a host of colorful new characters and original locales, while maintaining the charm of the beloved books. Each half-hour episode includes two animated stories, followed by short live-action pieces showing real kids who are investigating the ideas that George introduces in his stories. The series aims to inspire kids to explore science, math and engineering in the world around them.
Donkey's cousin comes to visit, but they don't like doing the same things anymore. Can they still have fun together?/When Purple Panda wonders if he likes being different from other pandas, Donkey helps him realize his differences make him special.
Donkey hosts Gator's game show for the day. Can she figure out how to make the game fair and fun for everyone?/Donkey joins Harriett's Balance Ball team but feels uncomfortable doing something new. She takes things slowly until she's ready to play.
113A At the carnival, Rosie is finally ready to go into the Fun House, but then learns she doesn't have enough tickets. 113B A visit to the pet store for Crystal's new bunny finds Rosie struggling to figure out what the bunny wants vs. what it needs.
114A To help Mom, Rosie volunteers to put Iggy to bed, but she'll have to follow his special routine to do so. 114B Rosie is helping Crystal with her magic show, but for their big trick to work, she must follow the steps in order.
115A Rosie wants to have a nighttime job, so she turns into a Super Kid and tries different tasks to get her job done. 115B Rosie is helping out with the play at the community theater, but she must figure out what her job is before the play starts.
Rosie and Javi are making a chalk town in the circle drive, but things take a turn when others want to use the space too. / Rosie wants to fix the community garden for Story Time by herself, but it turns out to be harder than she thought.
Rosie and friends pretend to be pirates travelling around the world, but they need a globe to plan a route./While Jun is visiting Shanghai, she and Rosie plan a virtual breakfast. But when it's daytime for Rosie, it's nighttime for Jun.
While delivering popcorn in Maya's apartment building, Rosie, Crystal and Mom find a lost dog toy, so they become doggie detectives to find its owner./Rosie builds a cardboard house for Gatita so she can have a peaceful nap.
Lyla, Everett, and her sisters build makeshift carnival games for their brother Luke using household and recycled materials. / Louisa seeks help from Lyla, Luke, and Stu to create a special beat for her school presentation on Mae Jemison.
The gang finds a fluffle of baby bunnies with mom nowhere in sight. Oh no! Can the gang reunite the bunny family? / Nature Cat's backyard is full of bouncy castles, but now there's no room for deer on the move! Can the gang find a compromise?
When Rattles's mom starts dating Archie Vanderloo, Rattles finds himself spending lots of time with Archie's kids. The problem is, Rattles doesn't have anything in common with these twins! Can this blended family learn to get along? Educational Objective: Rattles learns how to adjust to life in a blended family. Arthur offers to babysit so that his parents can enjoy some peace and quiet in the backyard. What could go wrong? With D.W. on the loose... just about everything! Educational Objective: Arthur and D.W. learn when to ask for help.
Oscar of All Trades - Oscar tells Olive about his early days at Odd Squad. Curriculum: Numbers and counting; estimating. Swamps 'N' Gators - Olive and Otto get trapped inside a board game. Curriculum: Number counting and operations; recognizing the number items in a set and adding and subtracting.
The Wild Kratts are on a mission to decode the secret language of one of the smartest creatures on Earth - Dolphins!
"A Kid's Guide to Mars" - Celery and Carrot need to update their guidebook about Mars, and the kids join them on a trip to see how much things have changed on Mars in the last four billion years. Curriculum: Mars was once (4 billion years ago) a lot like Earth, with oceans, clouds and drinkable water. Something happened 3.7 billion years ago that turned Mars' atmosphere from warm and wet to dry and cold. "Jet 2" - Jet builds a robot version of himself, so that he can be in "two places at once!" But Jet learns what jealousy is when the other kids seem to be having more fun with Jet 2 than they are with him! Curriculum: A robot is an automatic mechanical device often resembling a human or animal. Humans build robots to perform the tasks humans can't do, but people are still in control because they give instructions to the robots.
Jackie is enjoying a snowy day with her family when her house becomes mysteriously cold inside. Meanwhile on Stellandia, a green haze has appeared and is heating up the weather. The CyberSquad help Bernice investigate before it gets too hot.
Who knew Hacker was a nature lover? Seems it all started many Cyber-years ago, when Motherboard banished him to the Northern Frontier. With only the trees to call his friends, Hacker developed a soft spot for the woodlands. That's why he's especially incensed when a new villain begins to zap his beloved trees into thin air. The tree-sanity must be stopped! In an unlikely pairing, the CyberSquad steps in to help Hacker. But, will they be able save the forest before it's too late?
"Cusco, Weave Got A Problem" Luna returns a pollera skirt to a Peruvian friend who needs to wear it in a parade, but discovers there's a small hole in it! "Nice to Meet You, Machu Picchu" Andy, expert finder, helps Senor Fabuloso find Machu Picchu in the Peruvian Andes Mountains
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.
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.
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!
Stand Back Up Inspired by real-life athletes Sharon and Shirley Firth, the first Gwich'in female Olympians, Molly trains hard to participate in a cross-country ski race where Sharon will be speaking. But cross-country skiing is not as easy as it looks, and when Molly faces some big obstacles, she must decide if she'll give up or stand back up. Seal Meal When Molly and her family go fly fishing in Bristol Bay, a hungry seal sneaks into their boat and eats their precious sockeye salmon and their lunch! Can Molly figure out a way to lure the seal away from their boat so they can get back home?
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).
Step back in time with visits to old-school destinations, including two iconic general stores in Saluda.
My Home heads to the Highlands for some magical mountain stories.
Topics: Allegations against NC gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson about past online comments surface; a look into NC races across the ballot; and anti-Israel demonstrations on UNC-Chapel Hill?s campus. Panelists: Dawn Vaughan (News & Observer), Mitch Kokai (John Locke Foundation), Billy Ball (Cardinal & Pine) and PR consultant Pat Ryan. Host: PBS NC?s Kelly McCullen.
Conversation around immigration has intensified, with policies and political rhetoric shaping public opinion. Host Kenia Thompson discusses recent events across the country concerning immigrants with guests Mirlesna Azor-Sterlin, cofounder and chair of Haitians of the Triangle (HOTT), and Marlyne Silver, director of membership with the Carolina Haitian Women?s Society.
David Tayloe Jr. once considered becoming an Episcopal minister, but his father persuaded him to take up pediatric medicine instead. That fateful decision led him to advocate for improving the health outcomes of children, particularly in eastern North Carolina, for nearly 50 years.
Communities help BIPOC and female business owners achieve entrepreneurial success.
Panelists discuss the threats we may face in the first presidential election held in the age of AI. Speakers include Dara Lindenbaum, Matthew Perrault and Chris Bail.
UNC-TV's North Carolina Bookwatch is the state's premier local literary television series, bringing the Tar Heel State's best and brightest southern writers to the small screen. Spice up your reading lists with each episode's illuminating author interview, as host D.G. Martin sheds light on a writer's life, latest book and the state's indelible imprint on their work.
"Comic Culture" is a series of exclusive interviews with leading names in the comic book industry. Hosted by UNC-Pembroke professor and comic book enthusiast Terence Dollard, each episode is a half-hour conversation the creators of the comic world's greatest hits of past and present.
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 experiments with several ways to control breathing to efficiently distribute oxygen throughout the body.
In this episode, join Miranda at the Saasil Kantenah Wedding Resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico for a full-body, all-standing workout to strengthen and stretch your 650 muscles.
The secret to this forward bend is to use your arms and legs to achieve your maximum stretch. You'll also bend backward in Camel and sideways in Windblown Tree.
Step back in time with visits to old-school destinations, including two iconic general stores in Saluda.
My Home heads to the Highlands for some magical mountain stories.
Topics: Allegations against NC gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson about past online comments surface; a look into NC races across the ballot; and anti-Israel demonstrations on UNC-Chapel Hill?s campus. Panelists: Dawn Vaughan (News & Observer), Mitch Kokai (John Locke Foundation), Billy Ball (Cardinal & Pine) and PR consultant Pat Ryan. Host: PBS NC?s Kelly McCullen.
Conversation around immigration has intensified, with policies and political rhetoric shaping public opinion. Host Kenia Thompson discusses recent events across the country concerning immigrants with guests Mirlesna Azor-Sterlin, cofounder and chair of Haitians of the Triangle (HOTT), and Marlyne Silver, director of membership with the Carolina Haitian Women?s Society.
David Tayloe Jr. once considered becoming an Episcopal minister, but his father persuaded him to take up pediatric medicine instead. That fateful decision led him to advocate for improving the health outcomes of children, particularly in eastern North Carolina, for nearly 50 years.
Communities help BIPOC and female business owners achieve entrepreneurial success.
Panelists discuss the threats we may face in the first presidential election held in the age of AI. Speakers include Dara Lindenbaum, Matthew Perrault and Chris Bail.
Step back in time with visits to old-school destinations, including two iconic general stores in Saluda.
Why do leaves change color in the fall, and how will climate change affect that rainbow of color? Plus, urban trees, heat islands and how Bee Downtown builds safe spaces for honeybees.
My Home heads to the Highlands for some magical mountain stories.
Food writer Sheri Castle shares some of her sweetest blueberry recipes.
Host Laura Theodore prepares delicious vegan soups. Super Chunky Soup features big chunks of baby red potatoes, butternut squash, and red potatoes, perfect for a weeknight meal. Kale, Carrot, and White Bean Soup is made in less than 30 minutes, with fresh kale, carrots, and other common pantry ingredients. Chilled Minty Cucumber and Carrot Soup makes a colorful and refreshing first course on a hot summer day.
Quilting Arts promises a new look for quilting television, with something for everyone who loves quilting. The show combines basic traditional quilt techniques every quilter needs to know with contemporary art designs and techniques. Host Patricia (Pokey) Bolton, invites quilt artists each week into her studio to share their expertise. She opens each show with a short feature relating to the show's theme. Tech savvy quilters will love the weekly digital segments. Also featured on each show is Sue Hausmann in a machine quilting segment.
Georgia traces the worldwide history and appeal of the Log Cabin pattern and highlights its many variations from Australia and Holland back to the North Carolina governor?s western North Carolina residence. Featuring block studies of Double Attic Windows and Shaded Trail.
Ox yokes and timber framing at a school dedicated to low tech solutions.
Wood is milled then installed to finish kitchen and gallery spaces! Cherry kitchen island ideas with custom trim invite culinary joy! Interior finish carpentry can be easy and fun to do. Make your kitchen more inviting with custom trims! Suzy's willow wood gallery loft trim is completed.
AMERICA'S HEARTLAND celebrates the men and women across who grow the country's crops, raise its livestock, tend its nurseries and prepare its food. AMERICA'S HEARTLAND taps into the national fascination with food and curiosity about unfamiliar places and ways of life, while also exploring the American values of family, hard work and the spirit of independence. The series, produced entirely on location, portrays the worlds of agriculture, horticulture and aquaculture complete with fascinating stories, compelling characters, innovative ideas and enticing travel destinations.
In this Into the Outdoors episode, we learn about the reintroduction of elk to the state of Wisconsin, and how the Native Ojibwe tribes were involved in the effort. Watch as Into the Outdoors Adventure Team members Zach and Aubrey investigate what makes these animals so important to the Ojibwe, how they're being taken care of now, and what the elk have to do with something called, "treaty rights."
On this edition of the Journal, we fish just off the Albemarle Sound in North Carolina for early spring striped bass. In ?Gear Time,? our anglers discuss the most productive lures to use this time of year. We join Donna Reynolds in the kitchen as she prepares a gamebird recipe.
George Beverly Shea's deep resonant voice has sung hope into the lives of hundreds of millions of people throughout his long and legendary career. Throughout his 65-year friendship with Billy Graham, he has been a permanent fixture at Billy Graham Crusades in all 50 states and on every continent in the world. He has sung to an estimated 220 million people during his lifetime, and currently holds the world record for singing to more people in person than any other artist.
The Bands of the Sand series is a collection of half-hour concerts performed by North Carolina's leading beach music bands. The series features performances by The Band of Oz, The Embers featuring Craig Woolard, North Tower, The Fantastic Shakers, Carolina Breakers, Blackwater Rhythm & Blues Band, Jim Quick & Coastline, Steve Owens and The Summertime Band and Envision.
Anyone who has experienced the band in action knows that their performances are the heaviest and sweatiest. "Incorporating Caribbean, African, and Latin sounds and everything in between, these musicians' sound as though they've been playing together since the sandbox days..." writes Mary Mistretta, of UpstateLIVE.
Viniloversus lights up the stage at Sonark Studios in Hillsborough, North Carolina, with their vibrant Latin rock. Formed in Caracas, Venezuela, in 2004, the band delivers a riveting performance that showcases the power of live Latin rock.
Farm life calls as Sarah and Austin finish up their chores with the animals before heading out on the road. Flood waters threaten to cancel a coastal concert and flood their RV as they sleep in the parking lot. Good things outweigh the bad when Chatham Rabbits shine through on stage.
From the Tennessee-Virginia State Line, Farm and Fun Time brings you a high-energy, fun-filled performance that puts a modern spin on classic live radio, featuring contemporary roots music artists & segments that celebrate Appalachian Culture. Host Kris Truelsen and house band Bill and the Belles tie it all together for an entertaining experience you won't soon forget! This week's show features an incredible mix of early jazz and honky tonk from Melissa Carper, and Scyhtian gives us an energetic blend of Irish and American string band music. We also take a visit to Horse Creek Farms in Chuckey, TN to learn more about diversified farming and agritourism in the 21st century.
Joe Hott / Grain Thief.
Experience the pinnacle of disco culture during the 1970s, set against the backdrop of black power and sexual liberation. As disco conquers the mainstream, Black women and gay men rise as superstars and icons..
Step back in time with visits to old-school destinations, including two iconic general stores in Saluda.
Samantha travels to the ancient city of Xi'an, China, that once served as China's capital and dates back over 3,000 years. Feeling a little jet-lagged, Samantha stops off a local health clinic that has been practicing for more than 500 years using traditional Chinese medicine. Along her journey, Samantha rides a bike atop the ancient City Wall that still fortifies Xi'an, visits the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Terracotta Warriors and attends a spectacular outdoor performance of "The Song of the Everlasting Sorrow." Exploring further, Samantha is guided to the Yuan Ji Village and is told a fable by the legendary Storyteller, flies an extraordinary kite that measures almost 30 meters, and takes in the unusual sights of Muslim Street.
In OUTSIDE: BEYOND THE LENS, host Jeff Aiello and his Emmy Award-winning camera crew tell the stories of travel cinematically. They explore national parks and scenic wonders from Queenstown, New Zealand to Tornado Alley, Texas to the Alaskan wilderness, celebrating the art of photography by documenting how scenic shots are caught on film. But beyond the lens, Jeff and his team also discover the real magic of travel in the people, food and unplanned adventures on each trip.
At the heart of Askinosie Chocolate's mission, aside from hand crafting bean-to-bar chocolate, is the desire to impact the lives of cacao farmers across the globe. Through direct trade, the team at Askinosie is helping to create economic opportunities for farmers, who are seen as not simply suppliers, but partners.
Becky Hays makes Julia Collin Davison Multicooker Chicken in a Pot with Lemon-Herb Sauce. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews multicookers and Lisa McManus provides care tips. Elle Simone Scott makes Bridget Lancaster Multicooker Hawaiian Oxtail Soup.
Eating together is not the only way for friends and family to bond. Cooking together also creates a special connection. So let's make dinner all together! A quick pesto pasta makes for a great weeknight meal, and Lidia's Penne with Cauliflower and Green Olive Pesto is perfect just for that. And with a little bit of planning ahead, Lidia's Poached Chicken and Giardiniera Salad is a complete meal packed with protein, vegetables, color, and flavor! So gather around the table... and the kitchen counter too, because Lidia is cooking up a smart, easy & always delicious meal just for us!
AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN FROM COOK'S ILLUSTRATED uses a common-sense, practical approach to solve everyday cooking problems and save viewers time and money. Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison lead a team of dedicated test kitchen cooks to reveal the basics of foolproof home cooking while preparing dozens of exhaustively tested recipes. The series also features the popular segments viewers know and love. In "The Tasting Lab," expert Jack Bishop puts supermarket staples to the test before revealing the series' top food recommendations. Then, equipment tester Adam Ried takes viewers through an exhaustive and unbiased search for the best kitchen items in "Equipment Corner." Meanwhile, in "Gadgets Galore," Lisa McManus reviews her favorite gadgets and reveals which ones are worth the cost-or not.
Bryan Roof visits San Diego, California and shares his version of San Diego Fish Tacos with host Julia Collin Davison. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a tasting of tortilla chips. Toni Tipton-Martin talks about the history of shrimping in America, and Ashley Moore cooks Bridget Crispy Fried Shrimp.
Christopher Kimball goes on a fishing trip off the Pacific Coast of Mexico to learn the art of Mexican seafood. Back at Milk Street, he prepares Slow-Roasted Snapper with Chili and Lime. Plus, Matt Card makes Mexican-Style Shrimp in Chili-Lime Sauce, Rosemary Gill gives a lesson on Chilis 101 and we visit Santiago Munoz at his tortilleria Maizajo to learn the secret to amazing heirloom tortillas.
U.S. Olympic Gold Medalist and World Champion Allyson Felix knows a thing or two about competition at the highest levels. Her incredible track and field career has led her to be the "winningest athlete of all time" and a champion for mothers everywhere. However, her athletic career is just the beginning of her tremendous story of "creating something out of nothing." Over the flavors of her favorite childhood restaurant, Harold and Belle's in LA, Allyson shares her tale of turning a setback into a setup for an entirely different kind of success. When Nike wouldn't support her pregnancy during her athletic career, Allyson decided to create her own footwear company that would put mothers' first. Allyson is now the CEO of Founder of Saysh, where she is marrying her competitive spirit and her fierce advocacy of maternal rights.
The fascinating capitals of Finland and Estonia offer a chance to sample each country's history, art, and distinct love of life. We'll start in Helsinki with its Neoclassical old town, modern flair for design, and steamy saunas. Then it's just a two-hour boat ride to Tallinn-with its medieval charms and new-found prosperity-celebrating its freedom and thriving in its post-USSR renaissance.
Joseph heads to South Padre Island for a host of activities that highlight the many pleasures available to visitors to the longest barrier island on the South Texas Coast. Besides enjoying the local's favorite pastime of kicking' back and breathing in the sweet sea breezes, Joseph partakes of the islands' many natural and manmade attractions. From fishing to bird watching and horseback riding, from building sand castles to kayaking the lagoon and hitting the surf, Joseph joins in the fun. A highlight of his visit is his in-depth visit to the only Sea Turtle rescue set in the United States -- South Padre Island Sea Turtle, Inc. To round out his stay he follows the Sandcastle Trail and Sea Turtle Art Trail and proves that South Padre Island has something to offer every visitor and the best time to visit is now.
On this edition of the Journal, we fish just off the Albemarle Sound in North Carolina for early spring striped bass. In ?Gear Time,? our anglers discuss the most productive lures to use this time of year. We join Donna Reynolds in the kitchen as she prepares a gamebird recipe.
Chef Leah Chase began collecting works by African American artists in the early 1970s and the restaurant is a visual feast thanks to the culinary icon who was a lifelong member of the New Orleans Museum of Art Board of Trustees. Chefs Dook and Zoe Chase revisit three dishes including Curried Chicken Salad, Crabmeat Salad, and Peach Cobbler, that were favorites at art patron parties.
While early Americans worked the land to survive, the job market of today allows greater freedom of choice. But is it harder to find purpose in our work now? And are we any happier than before? Special guest Mike Rowe helps Gabe figure out if working hard is worth all the hard work.
Just south of Naples we'll experience the breath-taking Amalfi Coastline, the trendy resort of Positano, the limoncello charms of Sorrento, the ancient Greek temples at Paestum, and the iridescent Blue Grotto hidden beneath the enchanting isle of Capri.
Roam the Wild West frontier land of the Rio Grande's Big Bend alongside its iconic animals, including black bears, rattlesnakes and scorpions.
What makes eagles so remarkable? Researchers study one special bird, revealing her exceptional strength, eyesight and flying skills. Meanwhile, in-the-nest footage of a new bald eagle family captures the drama of chicks struggling to survive.
Lidia always says, "Let the ingredients shine!" When you choose quality ingredients, it's best to let them speak for themselves. And today is no different with Lidia's Steamed Broccoli, Cannellini, and Egg Salad, a simple, nourishing recipe great for lunch or a light dinner. Then, there's Skillet Tuna with Eggplant and Zucchini in Puttanesca Sauce which is an inspired take on the classic bold spicy sauce. Remember to listen to the ingredients - the Lidia way!
Using the Cunard Queen Elizabeth as home base, the tandem disembark in Sitka Alaska to meet local forger Mary Goddard to harvest sour dock and beach parsley. Later when back on the ship, Paul cooks with Executive Chef Roland while checking out the Hubbard glacier.
Christopher Kimball goes on a fishing trip off the Pacific Coast of Mexico to learn the art of Mexican seafood. Back at Milk Street, he prepares Slow-Roasted Snapper with Chili and Lime. Plus, Matt Card makes Mexican-Style Shrimp in Chili-Lime Sauce, Rosemary Gill gives a lesson on Chilis 101 and we visit Santiago Munoz at his tortilleria Maizajo to learn the secret to amazing heirloom tortillas.
Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama are two important guests who dined at Dooky Chase through the years. This episode shares memories of these and other distinguished visitors with specialties including Grits and Quail, Pecan Crusted Redfish and Stuffed Fillet of Beef prepared by Chefs Dook and Zoe Chase.
Chinese immigrants were the backbone of Vancouver as Sara discovers on a culinary tour of Chinatown. At a local tea shop, she learns to make two deceptively simple appetizers cooked with tea. She samples Dim Sum at a shop owned by an opera singing second generation Chinese local. Then, local Judy Lam Maxwell shows her a Chinese dumpling mashup filled with Korean bulgogi. Back home, Sara races the clock to prove she can make Chinese takeout faster than it can be delivered from a restaurant. Will her baby egg rolls with soy dipping sauce win the race?
In OUTSIDE: BEYOND THE LENS, host Jeff Aiello and his Emmy Award-winning camera crew tell the stories of travel cinematically. They explore national parks and scenic wonders from Queenstown, New Zealand to Tornado Alley, Texas to the Alaskan wilderness, celebrating the art of photography by documenting how scenic shots are caught on film. But beyond the lens, Jeff and his team also discover the real magic of travel in the people, food and unplanned adventures on each trip.
Step back in time with visits to old-school destinations, including two iconic general stores in Saluda.
In this episode, host Richard Wiese visits Solheimar Farm in Tunbridge, Vermont, for a trail ride on Icelandic horses through the surrounding hills. Co-host Amy Traverso heads to Rockland, Maine, to explore the gardens at chef Melissa Kelly's game-changing farm-to-table restaurant, Primo, before cooking a meal with her. Finally, New Hampshire's agricultural scene comes into bloom at Sunfox Farm in Concord, where 20 acres of fields offer a stunning display of sunflowers each summer.
Agatha Christie's shocking disappearance in 1926 gripped the nation. Lucy Worsley unravels the mystery and reveals the profound influence this episode had on her writing.
Rich, famous, successful... an enigma hiding in plain sight. Lucy Worsley examines Agatha Christie's later life, and discovers how she became the Queen of Crime.
Host Will Clinger drives the Illinois leg of historic ROUTE 66 to find: the birthplace of the COZY DOG in Springfield; a city hall with a phone booth on its roof in LINCOLN; the land-yacht of itinerant Route 66 artist Bob Waldmire in PONTIAC; a roadside attraction called HENRY'S RABBIT RANCH; and then rides along at the annual bike race/eating contest known as the TOUR DE DONUT in Staunton.
We follow Rome's rise through its awe-inspiring art, starting at Rome's humble birthplace in the Forum. Soon Rome is graced with supersized monuments like the majestic domed Pantheon and the Colosseum, where gladiators battled to the death. We also get a glimpse of Rome's more intimate side: the colorful mosaics, luxurious frescoes, and realistic portraits of the solid citizens who made Rome great.
Roam the Wild West frontier land of the Rio Grande's Big Bend alongside its iconic animals, including black bears, rattlesnakes and scorpions.
What makes eagles so remarkable? Researchers study one special bird, revealing her exceptional strength, eyesight and flying skills. Meanwhile, in-the-nest footage of a new bald eagle family captures the drama of chicks struggling to survive.
Discover one of the most significant British archaeological finds of the century in the Althorp estate, house to the late Diana, Princess of Wales. What treasures and history will this extensive excavation reveal?
The arc of Lyndon Baines Johnson's life is a version of the American dream: the poor boy from the backwaters of the Texas hill country who ascended to the very pinnacle of power - only to see his presidency undermined by the conflict in Vietnam, a war he supported and expanded but never understood. One of the most perplexing, astute and larger-than-life politicians in modern American history, LBJ set out to "out-Kennedy the Kennedys" by pushing through historic social legislation on a scale that rivaled FDR. Big, brash, intimidating and driven by an all-consuming ambition, Johnson dominated people and institutions. Part 2 of 2.
Discover how the pervasive racism of the time, particularly in the South, impacted women's fight for the vote during the final years of the campaign. Stung by a series of defeats in 1915, the suffragists concentrated on passing a federal amendment.
Meet the unsung women whose tireless work would finally ban discrimination at U.S. polls on the basis of sex. Alice Paul and Carrie Chapman Catt advocated different strategies, but their combined efforts led to the amendment's passage in 1920.