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.
Enjoy Tony winner David Henry Hwang's comedy starring Daniel Dae Kim as an Asian American playwright who protests "yellowface" casting in the musical "Miss Saigon" only to mistakenly cast a white actor as the Asian lead in his own play.
Sir David Attenborough takes a plant's-eye view of life in a rainforest, a world of stunning beauty but also fierce competition. New film techniques allow us to enter their magical world as never before.
Sir David Attenborough discovers bizarre and beautiful water plants, which use nature's super-glue, counting, and killer spikes to get a leaf up. Some escape from animals by rolling away while others create bubbles in a magical river in Brazil.
Sir David Attenborough reveals the surprising and dramatic effects of the four seasons on plant life. In order to survive the huge challenges each season presents, plants must use strategy, deception and remarkable feats of engineering.
The varied ways art can be constructed is endlessly interesting. In this episode, artist Vicki Conley demonstrates a turned-edge machine piecing technique... that is NOT applique. Next, artist Kimberly Pierce Cartwright's passion for turning discarded fabric into new narratives of color and texture uses a bold take on raw edge applique. Whether turned edge or raw edge, you'll find yourself constructing something new after today's episode of Quilting Arts!
All garments, no matter how difficult, start with a straight stitch. There are a few methods we can learn that will inform how we hold our fabric, as we perfect the straight stitch. In this episode of Fit 2 Stitch, Maria King, a novice seamstress, brings her enthusiasm and humor to the set, as she demonstrates the ins and outs of creating fun and practical projects with a straight stitch.
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.
Being a small farmer can be difficult but rewarding work! On the next Virginia Home Grown learn about programs supporting our farmers - from training for military veterans, to adaptive tools for people with disabilities.
Mauro gives the homeowners guidance on painting one of their rooms. Tile installer Mike O'Neil retiles the fireplace on the second floor while repairing cracks. Kevin heads to Williamson College of the Trades to hear how some graduates are doing.
Ross explains common ductwork noises and offers some solutions; Lee helps a homeowner fix her dead lawn by teaching aerating and overseeding; Mark travels to Austin, Texas to repair cracked stucco over concrete foundation.
Scott and Suzy head to the woods to find unusual pieces of wood to incorporate into a beautiful table and a whimsical bench. Working with green wood has never been more fun. Learn how to finish green wood. Corkscrew willow accents make magic happen.
This chair takes its design cues from Welsh country chairs. The cast shows the steps and the hand tools to make one for yourself. The design lets you customize the look to your style.
Host Seth Tillman explores the vibrant and diverse flavors of South America, beginning at Fire Pit BBQ in Rockville, MD, where juicy picanha steak is on the menu. Next, the nikkei ceviche at Arlington, VA?s Inca Social wows diners by breaking down a whole tuna. The journey concludes in Wheaton, MD with Kantutas' silpancho, a Bolivian feast piled high with steak, eggs, rice and potatoes.
Milk Street travels to the street markets of Bangkok to learn Thai classics. J.M. Hirsch and Christopher Kimball begin with Thai-Style Coconut and Chicken Soup, using homemade coconut milk as the soup's base. Then, Rosemary Gill reveals the art of Hot and Sour Soup with Chicken and Mushrooms, and Bianca Borges shares the technique for making perfect Thai Salad Rolls with Green Chili Dipping Sauce.
Pati visits Mata Ortiz, a village known for its exquisite pottery, and learns its history from local potter Tavo Silveira, who is known worldwide and even made a piece for the pope. Then Pati gets her hands dirty with talented duo Laura Bugarini and Hector Gallegos, who teach her the basics of Mata Ortiz pottery. Turns out, Tavo can also cook and makes an asado de puerco feast in the town square
Host Julia Collin Davison makes Bridget Lancaster Spice-Rubbed Pork Roast en Cocotte with Caramelized Onion. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and Julia to a head-to-head tasting of chocolate cake mixes. Test cook Erica Turner makes Julia Double-Apple Bread Pudding.
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.
Tantalizing smoke treated foods paired with wines from Virginia and Washington State tease the senses at the 2020 Virginia Wine Expo. In the kitchen, Tassie Pippert shows how to make Smoked Pork Loin and two versions of Smoked Crab: Soft Shell Sandwiches and Crab with Old Bay-Cheddar Grits.
Chef Michael Lomonaco marinates quail and venison, then creates boar bacon and rabbit sausage to form a mixed game grill. Using indirect heating with the coals on one side, Lomonaco cooks these dishes together outside on the grill. Back in the kitchen, he creates a berry relish and home-fried potatoes.
Experience the astonishing beauty of a spectacular Southwest desert, developed from the amazing brushes of Bob Ross.
This week, host and Yankee senior food editor Amy Traverso travels to the Mashpee Wampanoag tribal lands on Cape Cod to meet chef Sherry Pocknett, the first indigenous woman to win a James Beard Award. They enjoy a tasty squash soup in the tribe's wetu. Host Richard Wiese takes a bike tour along the New Hampshire Seacoast, and Yankee editor Ian Aldrich visits the Ben & Jerry's factory in Vermont.
Joseph revels in the rich tapestry of Malaysia as he swims with turtles on Redang Island, learns traditional Batik printing, discovers truths at the Crystal Mosque, and makes Roti Canai at a roadside stand. From singing with indigenous children at Royal Belum National Park to exploring Kuala Lumpur by Vespa, Joseph experiences the nation's vibrant markets, high-rise luxury, and inviting people.
Samantha returns to Route 66 in Luther, Oklahoma, visiting the Threatt Filling Station, a historical safe haven for Black motorists. In Oklahoma City, she meets "neon Queen" Kathy Reynolds and explores the First Americans Museum, the largest Indigenous cultural center. At Sid's Diner in El Reno, she enjoys Oklahoma's onion burger. Crossing into Texas, she visits the Devil's Rope Museum in McLean, learning how barbed wire tamed the West. In Amarillo, she admires jewelry from Cadillac Ranch and sees the buried vintage caddies. In Adrian, Texas, the halfway point, she discovers the best pies. In New Mexico, she finds a vintage, unpaved stretch of Route 66, promising more adventures ahead.
ANTIQUES ROADSHOW cameras capture tales of family heirlooms, yard sale bargains and long-lost items salvaged from attics and basements, while experts reveal the fascinating truths about these finds.
Henry Louis Gates maps the family trees of pop icon Cyndi Lauper and actors Jamie Chung and Danny Trejo, exploring records in Italy, Korea, and Mexico to uncover ancestors whose stories were lost when their families immigrated to America.
Hear a summary of the day's international and national news. Each weekend broadcast contains original in-depth reporting on topics including education, energy, politics, science, technology, religion, finance and the arts. John Yang anchors.
Join Ed, the Wildlife Center staff, and public health officials as they explain how human health, environmental health, and animal health depend on each other, a concept known as One Health.
When new Senior Medical Officer Eliza Harrod's first retrieval with the RFDS turns problematic, her team will be left wondering whether or not she has what it takes.
In the fast-moving world of an all-women's motorcar garage, Phryne's mechanic Ailsa is preparing for an annual rally put on by the Victorian Automobile Association. Everything changes when Gerty, the driver for the ladies' team, is found dead in her roadster. The crash deals a solid blow to the case for women drivers and has Phryne up in arms struggling to convince Jack that her friend's death was no accident. Jack has his own inner battle to contend with - coming to terms with the absolute desolation he experienced when he mistakenly thought the motorcar accident involved Phryne Fisher - and decides that he needs to step away
Barbara's life (aka Sophie Straw) changes overnight as the show is a huge hit. Intoxicated by success, she embarks on a romance with co-star Clive.
Samantha returns to Route 66 in Luther, Oklahoma, visiting the Threatt Filling Station, a historical safe haven for Black motorists. In Oklahoma City, she meets "neon Queen" Kathy Reynolds and explores the First Americans Museum, the largest Indigenous cultural center. At Sid's Diner in El Reno, she enjoys Oklahoma's onion burger. Crossing into Texas, she visits the Devil's Rope Museum in McLean, learning how barbed wire tamed the West. In Amarillo, she admires jewelry from Cadillac Ranch and sees the buried vintage caddies. In Adrian, Texas, the halfway point, she discovers the best pies. In New Mexico, she finds a vintage, unpaved stretch of Route 66, promising more adventures ahead.
Taped deep within the subterranean amphitheater of The Caverns in Tennessee's majestic Cumberland Mountains, "The Caverns Sessions" (formerly known as "Bluegrass Underground") features both long-established and emerging artists within a broad spectrum of genres to include Roots-Rock, Jam Band, R&B, Country, Soul, Hip Hop, Folk, Americana and Bluegrass - music from the heart of the American experience.
Dwight Hawkins & The Piedmont Highballers/Songs From The Road Band.
Enjoy Tony winner David Henry Hwang's comedy starring Daniel Dae Kim as an Asian American playwright who protests "yellowface" casting in the musical "Miss Saigon" only to mistakenly cast a white actor as the Asian lead in his own play.
Examine the global issues, domestic news and trends impacting the world. Christiane Amanpour leads conversations with thought leaders and influencers.
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.
Enjoy Tony winner David Henry Hwang's comedy starring Daniel Dae Kim as an Asian American playwright who protests "yellowface" casting in the musical "Miss Saigon" only to mistakenly cast a white actor as the Asian lead in his own play.
Surprise Surprise - Try as they might, Nick and Sally just can't learn to do a somersault. Luckily Cat's friend Luis the Armadillo is the king of the roly polys! But when they find Luis, they learn that he only rolls when he gets surprised. They take turns trying to surprise him, and when they finally do, they're the ones surprised when they learn that not only can Luis roll, but he can even run underwater! Back at home, they follow Luis' advice and are now able to somersault! A Howling Good Time - Nick and Sally are pretending to be lost adventurers when Sally wonders what to do if you really do get lost. The Cat in the Hat knows a wolf pup who knows all about getting lost and found! In the Hooty Howly Woods Grayson shows them how wolves howl to communicate and to find each other. Now Sally and Nick know one thing to do if they get lost - howl for mom!
MY DAD, MY TEACHER, MY DAD, MY TEACHER - Mr. Botsford gets a job as Becky's substitute teacher, and even though Becky's classmates love the change, Becky feels picked on by her father, er, teacher? After a tough day at school, WordGirl must stop The Butcher and his father Kid Potato from robbing the bank, and she realizes she isn't the only one feeling frustrated by a parent. Can WordGirl figure out how to stop the crime and repair The Butcher and Kid Potato's relationship... or at least just stop the crime? Vocabulary Words: Faculty, Expect. CASTLE! DUNGEON! FORTRESS! SO? - Becky is having trouble finding anyone to play Pretty Princess Magic Pony with now that Violet only wants to play the latest card game, Castle! Dungeon! Fortress! Go!, with TJ, and elementary schoolers aren't the only one who enjoy the game. Chuck the Evil Sandwich Making Guy has a plan to steal the rarest Castle! Dungeon! Fortress! Go! card from a local shop. Can WordGirl stop Chuck in time? And more importantly, will she ever understand how to play this new game? Vocabulary Words: Absorbed, Include.
Whyatt's family is acting very sneaky and he wants to know why! The Super Readers waltz into the story of the Twelve Dancing Princesses - who are acting just as secretive. The Super Readers may be hot on the trail of the Princesses to discover what they're concealing, but will Whyatt uncover what his family is hiding? Educational Objectives: To learn about the fun of the unexpected, play with the alphabet and identify the letters W-I-N-D. In addition, young viewers will practice the magic of spelling, and use the power to read to change the story!
As the kids get ready for Valentines Day by making their own valentines out of paper, Mindy continues to feel sad that little, frozen Pluto is so far out at the edge of the solar system. When Sydney shows Mindy a newly-downloaded, full-color image of Pluto as seen by the New Horizons spacecraft, Mindy is intrigued by Pluto's "heart" of ice. Mindy once again feels that Pluto deserves our love, since it's no longer considered a planet, but is orbiting out there at the edge of our solar system, like a big frozen Valentine. She asks Sydney to bring her own little hand-made Valentine to Pluto on her behalf. Sydney leads an expedition of the kids to Pluto to bring Mindy's Valentine, experience the frozen dwarf planet themselves, and bring back their report to Mindy. / Sydney is directing the kids in a backyard movie, making her version of a Commander Cressida story about the formation of a star. The other kids all have parts, but Sunspot has the lead - as the star! The kids' movie coincides with the celebration of a star being born near (a.k.a. 10 light years away from) Bortron 7!
The Christmas Problem - The North Pole. When Santa Claus is in trouble, Peg and Cat have to solve their biggest problem ever: how to make and wrap presents for all the children of the world, and then deliver them using 100 sleighs. Primary Content: Solving a multi-step problem; Secondary Content: Counting to 100.
Whyatt's family is acting very sneaky and he wants to know why! The Super Readers waltz into the story of the Twelve Dancing Princesses - who are acting just as secretive. The Super Readers may be hot on the trail of the Princesses to discover what they're concealing, but will Whyatt uncover what his family is hiding? Educational Objectives: To learn about the fun of the unexpected, play with the alphabet and identify the letters W-I-N-D. In addition, young viewers will practice the magic of spelling, and use the power to read to change the story!
Mister Rogers talks in a way young children understand, at a pace they can absorb and with a consistency that creates a calm, safe place for preschoolers. Topics with sensitive emotional concerns are always carefully blended with fun and whimsy to match a young child's interests and level of understanding.
Muffy's homemade cookies hit the big time, but the recipe isn't really hers. Should she do the right thing -- or just keep quiet and rake in the dough? In the second story, Arthur and Francine would love to lend their sisters to Sue Ellen, who's sick of being an only child. But Sue Ellen realizes she should be careful what she wishes for, after her quest for the perfect sibling leads her to D.W.
While on an adventure to discover the toughest animal in Africa, Martin and Chris uncover the amazing relationship between the Honey guide bird and Honey badger. A relationship that the Wild Kratt team uses to foil the evil plans of Chef Gourmand.Science Concepts: Symbiotic relationships.
Alma, Andre, and friends can't wait for movie night in the park! But when Andre finds out tonight's feature stars a spooky blob monster, he suddenly remembers he has to help out at the community center. Alma offers to help him finish in time, but he doesn't seem excited. What's up? Alma, Eddie, and Junior need inspiration for the "hero song" they are writing for Papi, so they join him as he tries to catch a lost parrot named Wanda. Too bad they keep scaring Wanda away. Will this hero's song remain unsung?
Liana and Louisa compete to see who's the outdoorsiest twin, but sour the family camping trip in the process. / The Loops kids are bored on their camping trip until Lyla comes up with a game to get everyone excited about being in nature again.
When Lotta competes in the Fuzzytown Music Maker Championship, the noise on stage becomes too much and she needs to leave. / When Carl forgets his bottle cap collection at his dad's house, he must find a way to make it through the night without it.
Daniel helps to take care of Margaret. At the farm, Daniel and Max take care of ducks and Peaches the horse./Prince Wednesday and Jodi learn how to take care of Prince Wednesday's new pet guinea pig when she needs to rest.
Rosie's Rules is an 11-minute preschool family sitcom about a little girl just beginning to learn about the fascinating, baffling, thrilling world beyond her family walls. And it doesn't always go smoothly. In her resilient quest to make sense of the world's most mystifying concepts, she often plows her way into comic chaos. It's "learning-by-doing" and she usually does it a little bit wrong before she gets it right.
Elmo, Tamir, Charlie, Julia, and Cookie Monster are making self-portraits in the community garden with Kayla. Kayla guides them to look into the mirror and notice the beautiful things that make you, you! Everyone looks at themselves in the mirror and starts drawing what they see. They also learn their identity is about what you love to do. So, they add onto their self-portraits and then share their drawings with each other. Cookie Monster draws his blue fur, his googly eyes, and cookies. Charlie draws her blue eyes, curly blonde hair, tap shoes, and challah bread because it's one of her favorite Jewish foods. Julia draws her straight hair, musical notes, paw prints, and her dog Rose. Elmo draws his red fur, orange nose, a piano, and watering a flower with Abby because being a kind neighbor is part of Elmo's identity. Tamir draws his brown skin, coily hair, comic books, and some veggies as he loves gardening in the community garden. There are so many special things that make you, you!
Thanks to Ellie, best babysitter ever, the Wombats embark on a for-real Sticker Monster treasure hunt. / Kaya has to get creative when she breaks her tablet right before her Kaya-tastic Banana-tastic Halo-Halo Split cooking class.
Engine swaps have become the latest trend in car restoration. In this episode, we highlight the engine work on a 1991 Chevy Silverado, a 1955 Chevy pick-up truck, and a Grumman panel truck. Cars featured: 1991 Chevy Silverado; 1955 Chevy Pick-up; 1980 Grumman Truck.
MotorWeek, television's longest running automotive series, is in its third decade of reviewing cars, trucks and utilities spanning the needs and dreams of a broad spectrum of buyers. From pure-electric to pure performance, MotorWeek looks at factors mattering most to consumers. But, MotorWeek is more than just a show about new cars. It's also about keeping the car you own running, and keeping pace with the latest automotive lifestyle trends as America continues its love affair with cars.
Sometimes we need to think out of the box with our gardens and home. But where do we start on that journey? GardenSMART visits with interesting folks that designed a masterpiece. Tune in as we GardenSMART.
Ross explains common ductwork noises and offers some solutions; Lee helps a homeowner fix her dead lawn by teaching aerating and overseeding; Mark travels to Austin, Texas to repair cracked stucco over concrete foundation.
Traditional seafood boil; Crawfish bisque; Fried lobster with cream dill sauce.
Diane explores the meze tradition of small plates of vibrant food meant to be shared. In Volos, she meets up with a Meze meister who creates traditional meze dishes and heads off for a sip and a bite to a cutting-edge restaurant where they push the limits of meze. She uncovers the vast variety and robust flavors of the meze table and invites a wine expert into the kitchen for advice on what to pair when the meal includes spice, yogurt, cheese, crunch, comfort, seafood, meat and more, all in one sitting. The pungent Greek yogurt dip, tzatziki, is the perfect match for Diane's juicy keftedes, or Greek meatballs. A fiery shrimp dish gets a cooling dash of feta. All make up the mosaic of the meze table, with a few regional cooks' delights tossed in for fun. Discover the fun and festive meze tradition. Tzatziki, Greek yogurt dip; Keftedes, Greek meatballs; Shrimp saganaki with ouzo and feta cheese.
We visit farmer in Kansas who is trying to save the crops grown by his indigenous ancestors. Then we meet with Bill Moore in Omaha Nebraska to discuss the electric vehicle revolution and we learn about electric bikes at Day 6 Bikes.
MotorWeek, television's longest running automotive series, is in its third decade of reviewing cars, trucks and utilities spanning the needs and dreams of a broad spectrum of buyers. From pure-electric to pure performance, MotorWeek looks at factors mattering most to consumers. But, MotorWeek is more than just a show about new cars. It's also about keeping the car you own running, and keeping pace with the latest automotive lifestyle trends as America continues its love affair with cars.
Supporting Pollinators: Discover plants to support pollinators! Visit a home landscape in Stanardsville designed to provide habitat for birds and insects. Tour a cut-flower microfarm in Norfolk specializing in native perennials to support pollinators.
Ironically, the New River is one of the oldest rivers in the world. For millions and millions of years it has been charting a path through Appalachia. Join Patrick as he explores the unique life that has developed in this ancient valley right along with the traditional use and relationships of humans.
BEAUTY ON THE WING: LIFE STORY OF THE MONARCH BUTTERFLY chronicles the extraordinary journey of the monarch butterfly as it unfolds along the coasts of New England and in the heart of Mexico's forested volcanic mountains. Every stage of the monarch's life cycle is experienced in vibrant close-ups, from egg to caterpillar to adult. Through this story of adaptation and survival, BEAUTY ON THE WING explores the symbiotic relationship between habitats and the vital role they play in our interconnected ecosystems.
A wildlife cameraman spends his time during the pandemic lockdown filming the bees in his urban garden and discovers the many diverse species and personalities that exist in this insect family..
Surprisingly little is known about the behavior of cars and drivers in uncontrolled, real-world accidents, despite rigorous testing in laboratory-controlled crashes. Now, a first-of-its-kind experiment aims to discover what really happens in a multi-vehicle pileup and how cars and driving could be made safer. In the second episode of this two-part special, forensic analysis is put to the test. Real-life crash scene investigations have very little data to work with, so are they accurate? And what can we learn about car safety when there is actual data to show exactly what happened?
Dive into the colorful world of Earth's essential pollinators - bees, moths, and butterflies. Scientists and enthusiasts discuss life without these resilient creatures, whose impact goes far beyond their delicate appearance.
Experience an all-new season of exceptional items appraised at distinctive, historic venues across the country, kicking off from the stunning grounds of Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library with a heartwarming valuation of a $125,000 family treasure.