Above the American
ViewFinder
Above the American
ViewFinder
Air Date: 12/07/10
An aerial tour of one of California's most picturesque waterways, the American River. The journey begins at the confluence with the Sacramento River and travels the North, Middle and South Forks of the American. Incredible scenics, Old West history, wildlife, Native American artifacts and a thrilling ride down some of America's most famous whitewater rapids.
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Air Date: 12/09/20
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Air Date: 09/09/20
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Air Date: 09/04/20
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Air Date: 07/22/20
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Silent Death – Toxic Water in the Valley
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Devoted Dogs
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Life After Sight
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Air Date: 06/10/20
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Air Date: 02/20/20
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California’s Watershed
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Air Date: 01/22/20
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Air Date: 11/06/19
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Air Date: 10/03/19
UC Davis Environmental Health Sciences Center study the health effects of smoke.
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Air Date: 07/24/19
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Air Date: 04/24/19
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Air Date: 11/14/18
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Air Date: 11/21/18
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Air Date: 06/20/18
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Air Date: 05/30/18
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Air Date: 11/15/17
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The Empire of Agriculture
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Air Date: 11/01/17
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My Vietnam War Story – Civilians and Refugees
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Air Date: 09/21/17
Explore the stories of non-military individuals who were impacted by the Vietnam War.
My Vietnam War Story – Veterans
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Air Date: 09/21/17
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Air Date: 09/20/17
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Air Date: 06/21/17
Baby boomers are facing ever-increasing challenges.
Stories in Thread
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Air Date: 05/02/17
Explore the craft of traditional Hmong textiles.
Getting There – Transit in the Sacramento Region
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Air Date: 04/18/17
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Healing Beyond Medicine
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Air Date: 03/21/17
Explore how music and touch become powerful methods of healing.
Ladies to the Rescue
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Air Date: 10/11/16
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Stand and Salute Our Veterans
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Air Date: 11/09/16
Examine the challenges service members face, both during and after active duty.
Working Lands
S22 Ep9 | 26m 36s
Air Date: 09/27/16
Meet 12 ranching and farming families, preserving the traditions of the generations
Arnold Knows Me – The Tommy Kono Story
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Air Date: 08/02/16
Meet a local Olympic champion who inspired countless weightlifters.
Oh, My Aching Back! Prevention & Treatment
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Air Date: 04/05/16
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The Journey Ahead – End of Life
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Air Date: 03/22/16
Courageous people share their personal stories of end-of-life decisions.
Replacing the Past – Sacramento’s Redevelopment History
S22 Ep3 | 26m 56s
Air Date: 04/19/16
Sacramento’s redevelopment in the 1950s and 1960s.
Poverty and Poor Health
S22 Ep1 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 01/27/16
Northern California healthcare providers working to improve access for those who struggle.
Sands of War
S21 Ep7 | 27m 34s
Air Date: 11/11/15
Visit the WWII Desert Training Center in the Mojave desert.
A Path to Healing – Genomics and Disease Prevention
S21 Ep6 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 06/23/15
Scientists conduct research into the human genome, cracking codes to some cancer.
Tee Time — U.S. Senior Open: Del Paso Country Club
S21 Ep5 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 06/16/15
Explore Sacramento’s Del Paso Country Club as it prepares for the 2015 U.S. Senior Open.
Chinese Builders of Gold Mountain
S21 Ep4 | 26m 56s
Air Date: 04/21/15
Celebrate the hard work, courage, and determination of the Chinese pioneers of California.
Fading Away – Alzheimer’s
S21 Ep1 | 27m 8s
Air Date: 02/11/15
Get a personal, inside look at those affected by this memory-robbing disease.
A Likely Story
S20 Ep9 | 25m 15s
Air Date: 12/17/14
A retiring California cattle rancher goes on his last cattle drive.
Someone You Know
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Air Date: 10/21/14
Examine the troubling realities of sexual assault on college campuses.
Inside California Education
S20 Ep6 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 10/05/14
The challenges and opportunities California’s public education system faces.
River Music
S20 Ep5 | 26m 54s
Air Date: 09/23/14
A moving musical tribute to the Yuba River and the life cycle of the salmon.
Impact of the Frolic
S20 Ep4 | 28m 18s
Air Date: 09/09/14
Uncover a story of global connections and a shipwreck that impacted California forever.
Yosemite — A Gathering of Spirit
S20 Ep3 | 25m 7s
Air Date: 09/02/14
Witness the birth of the national park idea.
Torn – Recovering California’s Stolen Cultural Heritage
S20 Ep2 | 27m 10s
Air Date: 08/19/14
In Owens Valley, looters have been stealing or destroying ancient artifacts.
Calling Tokyo
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Air Date: 07/08/14
The story of a group of Japanese-Americans who as American civilians served during WWII.
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S19 Ep7 | 27m 5s
Air Date: 06/24/14
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Rotaries — Avalanche on the Mountain
S19 Ep5 | 26m 57s
Air Date: 04/08/14
A story of survival when men and machines vied with the mountains and the elements.
The Story of Jug Handle
S19 Ep4 | 26m 50s
Air Date: 04/01/14
A group of passionate supporters save what is now Jug Handle State Reserve in Mendocino.
Treading Water
S19 Ep3 | 27m 17s
Air Date: 03/11/14
Facing an uncertain future, witness how Northern Californians confront water scarcity.
Workin’ Man Blues
S19 Ep2 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 01/22/14
Explore the dust bowl roots of country music in California.
Deadly Dust – Valley Fever
S19 Ep1 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 03/25/14
Hear from experts & survivors who have nearly lost their lives to this mysterious malady.
Tee Time 6 Golf in Northern California
S18 Ep1 | 27m 23s
Air Date: 09/24/13
Join Frank LaRosa and explore the lifelong love of the game.
The Collectors: Animals & Antiques
S17 Ep4 | 26m 54s
Air Date: 06/18/13
Explore the interesting and unusual world of collecting in Northern California.
Too Much, Too Little – Childhood Eating Disorders
S17 Ep2 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 04/23/13
Discussing weight can be a heavy topic, especially when it’s our children.
The Time is Now: Nathaniel Colley
S17 Ep1 | 26m 34s
Air Date: 02/20/13
Sacramento’s first practicing African American attorney and tireless Civil Rights leader.
Sidelined: Concussions in Sports
S16 Ep2 | 27m 3s
Air Date: 12/19/12
How modern science is tackling the growing problem of concussions.
Tee Time-Fifth Round: Golf in Northern California
S16 Ep1 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 09/18/12
Meet two of golf’s biggest names, Jack Nicklaus and Annika Sorenstam.
Better Safe Than Sorry – A Focus on Food Safety
S15 Ep6 | 27m 3s
Air Date: 03/27/12
Researchers uncover the answers to questions about a safe and abundant food supply.
Unusual Tales of the Sierra Nevada
S15 Ep4 | 26m 58s
Air Date: 02/28/12
Explore seven out-of-the-ordinary and largely unknown stories of Sierra Nevada.
Living With Pain
S15 Ep3 | 26m 53s
Air Date: 02/14/12
Meet those struggling with pain, and discover leading research efforts in our region.
The Hidden Wonder of the World
S15 Ep2 | 26m 47s
Air Date: 02/07/12
The hidden wonders of one of America's greatest engineering feats.
Tee Time-Fourth Round: Golf in Northern California
S15 Ep1 | 26m 47s
Air Date: 02/21/12
Ken Venturi, The Olympic Club, country music stars Clay Walker and Jack Ingram.
Overcoming the Deluge: California’s Plan for Managing Floods
S14 Ep6 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 11/08/11
Get a firsthand look at how Californians manage floods, especially in the Central Valley.
American Graduate
S14 Ep5 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 11/01/11
California school districts transforming high school to ensure success beyond a diploma.
Collision Course: Teen Addiction Epidemic
S14 Ep2 | 26m 56s
Air Date: 10/11/11
Learn how our own community is helping fight teen substance abuse.
Tee Time: Third Round-Golf in Northern California
S14 Ep1 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 08/23/11
Golf in the morning at Bodega Bay and a play in the afternoon in the Sierra Mountains.
Up From the UnderStory
S13 Ep9 | 26m 33s
Air Date: 03/08/11
Residents of Blue Mountain revitalize their economy, environment, and regain pride.
Debating the Delta
S13 Ep6 | 56m 52s
Air Date: 06/21/11
Join a discussion about some of your biggest concerns regarding the Delta's future.
Tee Time-Second Round: Golf in Northern California
S13 Ep5 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 05/17/11
Golf legend Johnny Miller, the history of the Stockton Golf and Country Club, and more.
Stockton: All-America City
S13 Ep3 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 04/26/11
How Stockton is trying to overcome its greatest challenges, and emphasize its strengths.
Critical Condition – California’s Emergency Rooms
S13 Ep2 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 04/12/11
The impact overcrowded emergency rooms have on doctors, nurses and ultimately patients.
Sacramento Choral Society and Orchestra
S12 Ep8 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 01/25/11
The only large chorus to have its own professional orchestra.
Above the American
S12 Ep7 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 12/07/10
An aerial tour of one of California's most picturesque waterways: the American River.
From California to Kaiping
S12 Ep6 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 11/09/10
Casey Chin's personal odyssey to re-discover his ancestral roots in China.
Digital Doctors – The Future of Health Care
S12 Ep5 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 12/14/10
Technology is putting doctors and patients face-to-face though thousands of miles apart.
My Musical Life
S12 Ep4 | 26m 53s
Air Date: 11/02/10
Experience the thrill of watching homegrown talent blossom.
The Golden Game – The Minor Leagues
S12 Ep2 | 26m 54s
Air Date: 09/28/10
A unique glimpse into the lives of minor league baseball players.
Tee Time: Golf in Northern California
S12 Ep1 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 02/15/11
Celebrating golf in our region.
Staying Sharp
S11 Ep5 | 26m 56s
Air Date: 05/18/10
Staying Sharp takes an in-depth look at the history of Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
Crisis in Caring
S11 Ep3 | 26m 56s
Air Date: 03/23/10
The critical shortage of school nurses in No. California and its impact on the community.
Arts Alive – Second Saturday
S10 Ep10 | 26m 53s
Air Date: 05/04/10
Each month, Sacramento's Second Saturday is a lively celebration of art, music, and food.
High School Dropouts
S10 Ep8 | 26m 52s
Air Date: 03/29/11
Meet teens who have dropped out of school, then decided to return.
First Year Teachers: A Year in the Life
S10 Ep4 | 28m 11s
Air Date: 09/15/09
Why do 25% of teachers quit within four years? ViewFinder examines the reasons why.
Facing the Mortgage Crisis
S10 Ep2 | 56m 46s
Air Date: 05/05/10
Learn valuable information to help you through the foreclosure crisis.
Best of The Collectors
S9 Ep10 | 27m 2s
Air Date: 05/04/10
Jason Shoultz shares some of his favorite moments from The Collectors series.
Best of Street Signs
S9 Ep8 | 26m 49s
Air Date: 05/04/10
Have you ever encountered a street sign and wondered how it got its name?
Breathless – Asthma in the Valley
S9 Ep7 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 05/04/10
Asthma is a serious problem for people in the Sacramento Valley.
Arts Alive – Student Artists
S9 Ep5 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 04/08/09
Students who are creating some of the most imaginative artwork in the Valley.
Sounding the Alarm: Diabetes in the Valley
S9 Ep4 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 10/29/13
Timely advice on how your family can improve the odds against becoming victims of diabetes
KVIE at Fifty
S9 Ep1 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 02/11/09
Join us for a nostalgic journey through KVIE's fifty years of broadcasting history.
California Heat
S8 Ep5 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 06/03/08
Scientists provide a glimpse of California's future as the climate warms.
Rebuilding the Boat – Fixing I-5
S8 Ep4 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 11/19/08
How to fix a vital artery that carries 190,000 cars each day without causing major chaos.
Captive Audience – The 21st Century Challenge
S7 Ep14 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 06/18/08
Many of the nation's top zoos are stepping up their efforts to save threatened species.
Depression: Into the Light
S7 Ep13 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 01/01/15
We learn the signs and symptoms of both childhood and adult depression.
HAPA: One Step at a Time
S7 Ep11 | 26m 33s
Air Date: 05/07/08
A thought provoking exploration of what it means to be a mixed-race American today.
Cancer: What You Need to Know
S7 Ep10 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 06/16/09
Delve into the possibility of cancer clusters to better understand and cure cancer.
Sikhs in America
S7 Ep4 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 01/08/08
Sikh social and family life, spiritual life, and economic and work life.
Sacramento Railyards
S7 Ep3 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 04/29/08
Exploring Sacramento's pivotal role in building the transcontinental railroad.
Warriors With Wings: Valley Airbases in WWII
S6 Ep2 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 10/03/07
WWII forced Americans to endure more than they thought possible overseas and here at home.
Fighting Port – Stockton in WWII
S6 Ep1 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 09/19/07
Explore Stockton's contributions to WWII: Stockton Warbird Group, shipyard, Stockton Jeep
Someone’s Somebody
S5 Ep11 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 02/13/13
Experience the foster care system through Regina Louise’s first person account.
Little Manila: Filipinos in California’s Heartland
S5 Ep10 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 10/15/13
The immigrant story as Filipinos experienced it in Stockton.
Echoes of a Lost Valley
S5 Ep9 | 26m 46s
Air Date: 11/27/13
Travel deep into California's past to its geological birth.
Challenge Yourself: Women, Weight, and Well Being
S5 Ep7 | 27m 36s
Air Date: 03/01/14
Exercise and healthy eating, eating tips from nutritionists to cut calories
Frozen in Time
S5 Ep4 | 26m 50s
Air Date: 03/22/11
For more than 65 years, North Sacramento's Iceland Ice Rink has seen its share of history.
African Americans in CA’s Heartland – The Civil Rights Era
S5 Ep3 | 27m 55s
Air Date: 10/02/17
This documentary focuses on Sacramento during the late 1950s and early 1960s.
African Americans in California’s Heartland
S5 Ep2 | 27m 27s
Air Date: 02/08/11
Exploring the history of African Americans in the Central Valley and Sierra Nevada.
Heart of Woman
S4 Ep6 | 26m 9s
Air Date: 06/30/09
Personal stories of women who survived heart disease to raise risk awareness among women.
The Golden Game: Baseball In Sacramento
S4 Ep5 | 28m 4s
Air Date: 03/21/08
Based on Kevin Nelson's book The Golden Game, we examine Sacramento's baseball history.
Los Braceros: Strong Arms to Aid the USA
S3 Ep12 | 27m 14s
Air Date: 09/12/17
Trace the story of the millions of men who left their homeland to chase a dream.
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S30 Ep1 | 30s
Air Date: 07/05/23
See what mysteries the Salton Sea holds.
Hope for Healing – The Power of Stem Cells Preview
S29 Ep2909 | 30s
Air Date: 06/28/23
Discover why medical researchers are so hopeful about the future of stem cell research.
Psychedelics and Healing Preview
S29 Ep2907 | 30s
Air Date: 06/21/23
Delve into new research in psychedelic therapy that could have far-reaching effects.
Saving Americana – The Great Lincoln Highway Preview
S29 Ep2906 | 30s
Air Date: 06/14/23
Delve into the origins of the Lincoln Highway.
Rancho Cordova Preview
S29 Ep2903 | 1m 40s
Air Date: 03/22/23 | Expires: 09/09/77
Discover Rancho Cordova's important role in the history of Northern California.
The Power of Silence Preview
S29 Ep1 | 30s
Air Date: 07/13/22 | Expires: 09/09/77
Explore deafness and hearing loss through many different lenses.
Sacramento’s LGBTQ+ Communities Preview
S28 Ep21 | 30s
Air Date: 06/15/22 | Expires: 09/09/77
Explore the struggle for equality and dignity for Sacramento's LGBTQ+ community.
Before They Take Us Away Preview
S28 Ep20 | 30s
Air Date: 05/18/22 | Expires: 09/09/77
Chronicle the previously untold stories of Japanese Americans during World War II.
When the Smoke Clears Preview
S28 Ep18 | 30s
Air Date: 05/04/22 | Expires: 09/09/77
Follow the Camp Fire from its inception to its aftermath almost two years later.
More Than Skin Deep – Surviving Melanoma Preview
S28 Ep17 | 30s
Air Date: 04/20/22
Discover how immunotherapy drugs have changed the way melanoma is treated.
Rewilding a Mountain Preview
S28 Ep11 | 30s
Air Date: 12/29/21
Discover the restored Hart Mountain Antelope Refuge.
The Extraordinary Life of Joseph Bologne Preview
S28 Ep10 | 30s
Air Date: 12/22/21
Discover the little-known story of Joseph Bologne.
Sharing Butte Creek Preview
S28 Ep8 | 30s
Air Date: 11/17/21
Experience an incredible story of environmental change in the Northern Sacramento Valley.
Colors of California Preview
S28 Ep6 | 30s
Air Date: 10/27/21
Take a year-long journey through the natural colors of the Golden State.
Royal Chicano Air Force – Art and Activism Preview
S28 Ep4 | 30s
Air Date: 09/15/21
Discover Sacramento’s own Royal Chicano Air Force.
Tending Clouds Preview
S28 Ep3 | 30s
Air Date: 07/28/21
Examine the continued fight against sex trafficking in Cambodia.
COVID – Lost and Learned Preview
S28 Ep2 | 30s
Air Date: 07/14/21
See how people are surviving, coming back, and planning for a brighter future.
Healthy Body & Mind Preview
S27 Ep17 | 30s
Air Date: 06/23/21
Discover the ways we’ve stayed healthy in mind and body during the pandemic.
Healing From Home – Telehealth Panel Discussion
S27 Ep16 | 31m 55s
Air Date: 05/26/21
An online panel discussion of the documentary ViewFinder: Healing From Home – Telehealth.
Preview: Healing From Home – Telehealth
S27 Ep16 | 30s
Air Date: 06/02/21
Take a look at telehealth today and how modern medicine embraces technology.
The First Angry Man Preview
S27 Ep11 | 30s
Air Date: 01/06/21
Explore the campaign that slashed property taxes in California and launched a tax revolt.
California’s Ag Bounty Preview
S27 Ep10 | 30s
Air Date: 12/09/20
Explore the past and present of California’s rich agriculture.
Saving Species Together Preview
S27 Ep9 | 30s
Air Date: 12/16/20
Public-private collaborations are protecting threatened and endangered species.
Saving the Sacred Preview
S27 Ep8 | 29s
Air Date: 11/25/20
Urbanization and artifact looting threaten the histories of the Koi and Habematolel Pomo.
Wilder Than Wild Preview
S27 Ep5 | 30s
Air Date: 10/07/20
Examine how fire suppression and climate change have made wildfires more severe.
Newcastle, Gem of the Foothills Preview
S27 Ep4 | 30s
Air Date: 09/09/20
Explore one of California’s most compelling Gold Rush towns.
Farmer Florist Preview
S27 Ep3 | 30s
Air Date: 09/02/20
Davis farmer-florist Katie Koch shares her deeply personal story.
Vanishing Chinatown Panel Discussion
S26 Ep17 | 34m 6s
Air Date: 05/27/20
Hear from Vanishing Chinatown’s director and producers.
Vanishing Chinatown Preview
S26 Ep17 | 30s
Air Date: 05/27/20
Discover the story of San Francisco’s changing Chinatown through a family photo studio.
Life After Sight Preview
S26 Ep14 | 30s
Air Date: 06/10/20
Meet three resilient individuals facing vision loss.
Cohousing – Best of Both Worlds
S26 Ep13 | 30s
Air Date: 03/18/20
Explore the concept of cohousing through first-hand observation and interviews.
The Not-Dying Girl preview
S25 Ep9 | 4m 7s
Air Date: 02/06/19
Meet Lauren McCullough, a star athlete who documented her fight with Ewing's Sarcoma.
The Boomer’s Guide to Growing Older Preview
S23 Ep5 | 30s
Air Date: 06/21/17
Baby boomers are facing ever-increasing challenges.
Getting There – Transit in the Sacramento Region Preview
S23 Ep3 | 30s
Air Date: 04/18/17
Take a look at transportation challenges in our expanding region.
Healing Beyond Medicine – Horseback Riding Therapy
S23 Ep2 | 3m 36s
Air Date: 03/28/17
Horses are being used as a form of therapy for children and adults with special needs.
Healing Beyond Medicine – Service Dogs
S23 Ep2 | 4m 17s
Air Date: 03/28/17
Discover how service dogs help both physically and emotionally.
Healing Beyond Medicine – Hospital Therapy Dogs
S23 Ep2 | 5m 6s
Air Date: 03/28/17
Meet the therapy dogs and their handlers making a difference in the lives of patients.
Healing Beyond Medicine – Music and Memory
S23 Ep2 | 3m 51s
Air Date: 03/28/17
Finding a pathway to movement and memory through music.
Healing Beyond Medicine – Music Therapy
S23 Ep2 | 5m 11s
Air Date: 03/28/17
We take a look at the healing power of music.
Healing Beyond Medicine – Cuddle Therapy
S23 Ep2 | 2m 35s
Air Date: 03/28/17
The simple act of touch is helping the health and development of newborns.
Healing Beyond Medicine Extra: Tai Chi
S23 Ep2 | 2m 28s
Air Date: 03/21/17
Visit the AAC Senior Center to explore the healing effects of Tai Chi.
Healing Beyond Medicine Extra: Service Dog Training
S23 Ep2 | 3m 5s
Air Date: 03/21/17
Margaret Peterson explains what it takes to train a CCI service dog.
Healing Beyond Medicine Preview
S23 Ep2 | 20s
Air Date: 03/21/17
Non-traditional healing methods are gaining acceptance within the medical community.
Chris Perrone
S22 Ep1 | 6m 5s
Air Date: 02/24/16
On improving access to affordable healthcare in California
A Path to Healing: Genomics and Disease Prevention Preview
S21 Ep6 | 30s
Air Date: 06/23/15
As scientists conduct research into the human genome, patients receive dramatic results
Fading Away Extra: Support Services
S21 Ep1 | 6m 45s
Air Date: 02/11/15
Learn about support systems that are available for both patients and caregivers.
Fading Away Extra: Mild Cognitive Impairment
S21 Ep1 | 2m 34s
Air Date: 02/11/15
Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), a slight but noticeable decline in cognitive abilities.
Fading Away Extra: Connecting With Patients
S21 Ep1 | 8m 45s
Air Date: 02/11/15
UC Davis Professor Sarah Farias highlights ways to connect with the Alzheimer’s patients.
Fading Away Extra: Imaging and Tracking
S21 Ep1 | 7m 27s
Air Date: 02/18/15
Tracking changes happening inside the brains of Alzheimer's patients.
Fading Away Extra: The Science of the Disease
S21 Ep1 | 11m 9s
Air Date: 02/11/15
ViewFinder Fading Away - Alzheimer's video extra: The Science of the Disease
Fading Away Extra: Signs and Symptoms
S21 Ep1 | 4m 18s
Air Date: 02/11/15
ViewFinder Fading Away - Alzheimer's video extra: Signs and Symptoms
Fading Away Extra: Improving Brain Health
S21 Ep1 | 4m 47s
Air Date: 02/11/15
ViewFinder Fading Away - Alzheimer's video extra: Improving Brain Health
Fading Away Extra: Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
S21 Ep1 | 7m 18s
Air Date: 02/11/15
ViewFinder Fading Away - Alzheimer's video extra: Alzheimer's Diagnosis
Fading Away Extra: Depression and Memory Problems
S21 Ep1 | 1m 26s
Air Date: 02/11/15
ViewFinder Fading Away - Alzheimer's video extra: Depression and Memory Problems
Fading Away – Alzheimer’s PROMO
S21 Ep1 | 30s
Air Date: 02/06/15
Promo for ViewFinder: Fading Away - Alzheimer's
Living With Parkinson’s Extra – Chevo Ramirez Interview
S19 Ep7 | 20m 13s
Air Date: 06/26/14
Retired business leader Chevo Ramirez discusses his diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease.
Living With Parkinson’s – Brian Grant Interview
S19 Ep7 | 9m 6s
Air Date: 06/24/14
Former Sacramento Kings power forward Brian Grant discusses his Parkinson's diagnosis.
Living With Parkinson’s Extra – Exercise, Activity, Hobbies
S19 Ep7 | 4m 30s
Air Date: 06/24/14
A UC Davis neurologist discusses exercise, activity, and hobbies.
Living With Parkinson’s Extra – Diagnosis And The DaTscan
S19 Ep7 | 4m 41s
Air Date: 06/24/14
Diagnosing Parkinson's disease and the role of a new imaging technique called the DaTscan.
Living With Parkinson’s Extra – Treatment Options
S19 Ep7 | 12m 23s
Air Date: 06/24/14
Neurologists discuss the various treatment options for Parkinson's disease.
PREVIEW: Rotaries – Avalanche on the Mountain
S19 Ep5 | 31s
Air Date: 04/08/14
A story of survival when men and machines vied with the mountains and the elements.
Deadly Dust Extra – Robin Smith
S19 Ep1 | 4m 26s
Air Date: 03/25/14
Valley Fever nearly claimed Robin Smith's life.
Deadly Dust Extra – Jerry Galang
S19 Ep1 | 4m 8s
Air Date: 03/25/14
Jerry Galang shares the story of his battle with Valley Fever.
Karen Ross
S15 Ep6 | 13m 28s
Air Date: 03/27/12
Karen Ross, secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture.
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Off the Beaten Path: The California Super Flood
Examine the effects of the 1862 43-day rainfall in Southern California, which forever changed the area's history and environment.
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Off the Beaten Path: The California Super Flood
Examine the effects of the 1862 43-day rainfall in Southern California, which forever changed the area's history and environment.
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Off the Beaten Path: The California Super Flood
Examine the effects of the 1862 43-day rainfall in Southern California, which forever changed the area's history and environment.
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Off the Beaten Path: The California Super Flood
Examine the effects of the 1862 43-day rainfall in Southern California, which forever changed the area's history and environment.
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Off the Beaten Path: The California Super Flood
Examine the effects of the 1862 43-day rainfall in Southern California, which forever changed the area's history and environment.
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Off the Beaten Path: The California Super Flood
Examine the effects of the 1862 43-day rainfall in Southern California, which forever changed the area's history and environment.
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Off the Beaten Path: The California Super Flood
Examine the effects of the 1862 43-day rainfall in Southern California, which forever changed the area's history and environment.
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