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FutureStates

2010

FutureStates

2010
5.5
What will become of America in five, 25, or even 50 years from today? This series of independent mini-features explores possible future scenarios through the prism of today’s global realities. Immerse yourself in the visions of these independent prognosticators as they inhabit a future of their own imagining.
The Black Church: This Is Our Story, This Is Our Song

2021

The Black Church: This Is Our Story, This Is Our Song

2021
The 400-year-old story of the black church in America, the changing nature of worship spaces, and the men and women who shepherded them from the pulpit, the choir loft, and church pews.
The Contenders: 16 for '16

2016

The Contenders: 16 for '16

2016
Revisit the most influential presidential campaigns of the last 50 years. From Jesse Jackson’s groundbreaking 1984 and 1988 campaigns to Barry Goldwater’s 1964 campaign that launched of a brand of conservatism that influenced both Ronald Reagan and Hillary Clinton.
The Widower

2014

The Widower

2014
7.2
Over a thirteen year period, a seemingly mild‐mannered male nurse, Malcolm Webster, set about poisoning and murdering his first wife, attempting to do the same to his second wife and moving on to a further scheme to deceive his third fiancée.
Atlantic Crossing

2020

Atlantic Crossing

2020
6.5
The incredible, true story of the Norwegian Crown Princess Märtha’s efforts to support her country during World War II. After a headlong flight from the Nazis, she was forced to part from her husband and cross the Atlantic Ocean to seek refuge in the United States. There, she soon found herself involved in a close relationship with the President of the United States: Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Journey

2024

Journey

2024
7
Five equally talented candidates. One vacancy. Having journeyed through trying times in their lives, each of them must prove why they deserve the job. Can they rely on their past to help build their future?
Wild Nevada

2001

Wild Nevada

2001
Wild Nevada is a travel-destination series that explores the interior of Nevada. Each program is filmed over two days. Hosts Chris Orr and Dave Santina begin their trip at starting point and travel to their destination. Along the way, they take short side trips to investigate points of interest and unique landmarks.
A Taste of History

2009

A Taste of History

2009
A Taste of History is a TV cooking series that explores America’s culinary beginnings from the birthplace of American cuisine. This innovative series brings America’s history to life and makes it vibrant as we step back in time and get to know the founders of our country through the food they ate and the recipes they prepared.
Earth: A New Wild

2015

Earth: A New Wild

2015
6
A fresh look at humankind’s relationship to the planet’s wildest places and most fascinating species. Using advanced filming techniques, this series will provide visuals as stunning as the best natural history programs. Distinguishing itself from nearly all other nature films, however, the series turns the cameras around, showing the world as it really is—with humans in the picture.
Kentucky Afield

1952

Kentucky Afield

1952
Our host goes in search of outdoor adventure and showcases the best fishing, hunting, and wildlife-related recreation Kentucky has to offer. Produced by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife, Kentucky Afield is the longest continuously running outdoor television show in the nation.
Changing Seas

2009

Changing Seas

2009
Produced by South Florida PBS in Miami, Florida, Changing Seas gives viewers a fish-eye view of life in the deep blue. Join scientists as they study earth’s last frontier and discover the mysteries of our liquid planet.
Sound Field

2019

Sound Field

2019
Arthur Buckner and Nahre Sol are accomplished musicians and music teachers exploring the music theory, production, history and culture behind our favorite songs and musical styles.
We'll Meet Again

2018

We'll Meet Again

2018
9.5
Witness dramatic reunions of people whose lives crossed at pivotal moments. Each episode introduces us to two people who were affected by momentous events in American history. We follow them on a journey of detection as they look for a long-lost friend, family member or significant stranger.
Comando Squad: La presencia

2019

Comando Squad: La presencia

2019
4.3
History Detectives

2003

History Detectives

2003
7
A group of researchers help people to find answers to various historical questions they have, usually centering around a family heirloom, an old house or other historic object or structure. It devotes itself "to exploring the complexities of historical mysteries, searching out the facts, myths and conundrums that connect local folklore, family legends and interesting objects."
Elizabeth I's Secret Agents

2017

Elizabeth I's Secret Agents

2017
8
This three-part series uncovers the network of spymasters and secret agents that helped protect Queen Elizabeth I from assassination, terror and treason for over 40 years. During a period when Britain was divided, unstable and violent, one of the world’s first secret services was born. Run by William and Robert Cecil, this father and son team had the duty of protecting the Queen and the Country. This series asks leading historians to each study the period from a different key player’s point of view, dissecting the minds and motivations of the protagonists, to reveal a covert spy network - and present a picture of the Elizabethan Court as it really was. This series takes us through the biggest events of the period, from the entrapment and execution of Mary Queen of Scots to the death of Queen Elizabeth I, the capture and escape of Catholic fugitive John Gerard and the most infamous terrorist conspiracy in British history - the Gunpowder Plot.
Earth's Natural Wonders

2015

Earth's Natural Wonders

2015
7
Documentary series examining what it takes to survive in some of the most extreme places on the planet.
Reinventing China

2023

Reinventing China

2023
7.7
Nature's Epic Journeys

2017

Nature's Epic Journeys

2017
Follow three groups of animals – caribou, zebra, and elephants – as they face the immense challenges of migration in places around the world.
SciGirls

2010

SciGirls

2010
5.5
Scigirls is a show about teen girls getting involved with science by doing different experiments and studies.