American Masters
Discover insightful profiles of important figures in America's artistic and cultural life.
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HOPPER: An American love story
S38 Ep1 | 53m 3s
Discover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works.
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Moynihan
S38 Ep2 | 1h 43m 31s
Discover the life and legacy of former U.S. Senator and diplomat Daniel Patrick Moynihan.
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The Incomparable Mr. Buckley
S38 Ep3 | 1h 40m 39s
Discover the intellectual evolution and political legacy of William F. Buckley, Jr.
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Roberta Flack
S37 Ep1 | 1h 23m 33s
Discover music icon Roberta Flack’s rise to stardom and triumphs over racism and sexism.
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Dr. Tony Fauci
S37 Ep2 | 1h 53m 11s
Join Dr. Anthony Fauci as he reflects on his life and career as a public health advocate.
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In The Making
S37 Ep3 | 1h 51m 39s
Follow two performers as they break down barriers in opera and country music.
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Nam June Paik: Moon Is the Oldest TV
S37 Ep4 | 1h 45m 1s
See the world through the eyes of Nam June Paik, the father of video art.
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Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll
S37 Ep5 | 1h 29m 31s
Experience the meteoric rise and enduring legacy of Little Richard.
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Jerry Brown: The Disrupter
S37 Ep6 | 1h 33m 44s
Experience the political and personal journey of California governor Jerry Brown.
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Floyd Abrams: Speaking Freely
S37 Ep7 | 1h 22m 45s
Follow the 50-year career of First Amendment lawyer and legal expert Floyd Abrams.
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A Song for Cesar
S37 Ep8 | 1h 22m 12s
Trace the life and legacy of labor activist Cesar Chavez through music and the arts.
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Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes
S37 Ep9 | 1h 22m 29s
Experience the groundbreaking sounds of bebop pioneer and virtuoso composer Max Roach.
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José Clemente Orozco: Hombre de Fuego (En Español)
S37 Ep10 | 54m 31s
El artista José Clemente Orozco (1883-1945) encabezó el movimiento muralista en México.
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Marian Anderson: The Whole World in Her Hands
S36 Ep2 | 1h 53m 1s
Explore the life of the famous singer who became an icon for the civil rights movement.
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Waterman – Duke: Ambassador of Aloha
S36 Ep3 | 1h 23m 57s
Jason Momoa narrates the story of five-time Olympic medalist and surfer Duke Kahanamoku.
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Brian Wilson: Long Promised Road
S36 Ep5 | 1h 23m 22s
Explore the life of the legendary singer, songwriter and co-founder of The Beach Boys.
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Buffy Sainte-Marie: Carry It On
S36 Ep6 | 1h 29m 33s
See the story of the Indigenous singer-songwriter, social activist, educator and artist.
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The Adventures of Saul Bellow
S36 Ep7 | 1h 22m 55s
Explore Nobel Prize winner Saul Bellow's impact on American literature.
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Groucho & Cavett
S36 Ep8 | 1h 21m 59s
Discover the enduring friendship between legendary comedians Dick Cavett and Groucho Marx.
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How It Feels To Be Free
S35 Ep1 | 1h 53m 19s
The inspiring story of six trailblazing Black women entertainers.
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Twyla Moves
S35 Ep3 | 1h 22m 31s
Explore choreographer Twyla Tharp’s career and famously rigorous creative process.
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Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase The Blues Away
S35 Ep9 | 1h 22m 31s
Dive into the career of the legendary blues guitarist.
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Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go For It
S35 Ep10 | 1h 28m 42s
Explore the life and 70-year career of the iconic Latina actor, performer and activist.
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Becoming Helen Keller
S35 Ep11 | 1h 22m 50s
Revisit the remarkable career and life of an icon who became a human rights pioneer.
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Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am
S34 Ep3 | 1h 56m 29s
An artful and intimate meditation on the legendary storyteller.
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Keith Haring: Street Art Boy
S34 Ep8 | 52m 28s
Explore the life of artist Keith Haring who revolutionized pop culture and fine art.
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Basquiat: Rage to Riches
S32 Ep7 | 1h 24m 16s
He lived fast, died young and created thousands of drawings and paintings.
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Tyrus
S31 Ep7 | 1h 23m 11s
Tyrus Wong's pioneering artwork led to iconic works like Bambi and Rebel Without a Cause.
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Loretta Lynn: Still a Mountain Girl
S30 Ep5 | 1h 53m 14s
"The Queen of Country Music” is still going strong after more than 50 years of music.
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José Clemente Orozco: Man of Fire
S21 Ep7 | 55m 41s
Mexican muralist José Clemente Orozco led a life filled with drama, adversity & triumph.
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Bob Dylan: No Direction Home
S19 Ep7 | 3h 25m 42s
The two-part film, which focuses on the singer-songwriter’s life and music from 1961-66.
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James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket
S4 Ep4 | 1h 25m 19s
Explores the life, works and beliefs of the late writer and civil rights activist.
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Grace Abbott: Social Work Pioneer
9m 4s
Grace Abbott spent her life fighting for the rights of women, children and immigrants.
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Maggie Lena Walker: Civil Rights Activist and Entrepreneur
9m 40s
Maggie Lena Walker was the first African-American woman bank founder and president.
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Lillian Gilbreth: Pioneering Inventor
10m 20s
Lillian Gilbreth was the first woman elected to the National Academy of Engineering.
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Ynés Mexía: Mexican-American Botanist and Adventurer
9m 17s
Ynés Mexía became one of the most accomplished plant collectors of her time.
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Anna May Wong: The first Asian American Movie Star
11m 25s
Anna May Wong spent her acting career resisting racism and typecasting in Hollywood.
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Meta Warrick Fuller: Trailblazing African American Sculptor
11m 25s
Meta Warrick Fuller celebrated African American cultural identity through her artwork.
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The First Woman to Lead Arctic Expeditions
10m
Louise Arner Boyd was the first American woman to lead arctic expeditions.
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She was an American Cinema Pioneer
12m 12s
Lois Weber was an early film pioneer and one of the first directors to own a film studio.
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This Astronomer Discovered Over 300 Stars During Her Career
9m 34s
Williamina Fleming went from doing domestic work to becoming a trailblazing astronomer.
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She was the first Chinese American woman to vote in the U.S.
10m 18s
Tye Leung Schulze was the first Chinese American woman to vote in a U.S. election.
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She was a leader of the American labor movement
10m 59s
Rose Schneiderman was a pioneering labor organizer and suffragist.
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The First American-Born Chinese Woman Doctor
10m 18s
Margaret Chung became the first American-born Chinese woman doctor in 1916.
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Gladys Bentley: Gender-Bending Performer and Musician
11m 51s
Gladys Bentley was a musical sensation and gender identity pioneer.
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Annie Smith Peck: Record-Breaking Mountaineer
10m 40s
She was a record-breaking mountaineer, educator and suffragist.
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The First American Indian Doctor
11m 37s
Susan La Flesche Picotte became the first American Indian woman doctor.
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Sissieretta Jones was a Trailblazing Black Opera Singer
11m 5s
Sissieretta Jones was the first Black woman to headline a concert at Carnegie Hall.
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Queen Lili‘uokalani – The First and Last Queen of Hawai‘i
12m 14s
Queen Lili‘uokalani was the first sovereign queen, and the last monarch of Hawai'i.
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She was the First Woman to Swim Across the English Channel
11m 54s
Gertrude Ederle made history in 1926 as the first woman to swim across the English Channel
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She was a Daredevil Performer & Advocate for the Blind
10m 2s
Sonora Webster Carver (1904-2003) was one of the most famous horse divers in the world.
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She was a Civil Rights Activist and Co-Founder of the NAACP
11m 53s
Mary Church Terrell was a suffragist, civil rights activist and co-founder of the NAACP.
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Martha Hughes Cannon: The First Woman State Senator
12m 23s
Martha Hughes Cannon was a historic state senator and public health pioneer.
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Jovita Idar: Mexican American Activist and Journalist
11m 8s
Jovita Idar was a Latina journalist who worked for an end to segregation and racism.
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Jeannette Rankin: The First Woman Member of U.S. Congress
12m 38s
Jeannette Rankin made history as the first woman elected to the U.S. Congress.
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Zitkála-Šá: Trailblazing American Indian Composer and Writer
11m 39s
Zitkála-Šá co-composed and wrote the libretto for the first American Indian opera.
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The First Black Woman to Run for Vice President of The U.S.
12m 32s
Charlotta Bass was the first Black woman to run for Vice President of the United States.
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Jacques Pépin makes buttermilk pancakes
3m 3s
Jacques Pépin demonstrates how to make buttermilk pancakes from his home kitchen.
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Jacques Pépin makes cocotte eggs
3m 48s
Jacques Pépin makes eggs in a little container called a "cocotte."
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Jacques Pépin makes Eggs Jeannette
6m 27s
Jacques Pépin makes a very easy-to-do, delicious, and unusual way to enjoy eggs.
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Jacques Pépin makes a country omelet
6m 6s
Jacques Pépin makes a country omelet with potatoes, onions and cheese for a great lunch.
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Jacques Pépin makes a seafood omelet
6m 40s
Jacques Pépin makes a seafood omelet, a very elegant dish for a light supper.
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Jacques Pépin makes classic scrambled eggs
4m 55s
Jacques Pépin makes scrambled eggs "the classic way" for an elegant, simple dinner.
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Jacques Pépin makes rice cakes with eggs
3m 22s
Jacques Pépin makes rice cakes using leftover rice with eggs on top.
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Jacques Pépin makes an easy cream cheese soufflé
3m 28s
Jacques Pépin makes an easy cream cheese soufflé, great for a first course.
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Anik Khan: Street Level
13m 9s
Explore the music of Anik Khan, the Bangladesh-born, Queens, NY-raised hip-hop artist.
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Bunky Echo-Hawk: The Resistance
8m
How the reality of Native Americans inspires Pawnee artist Bunky Echo-Hawk's work.
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Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah: The New Chief
11m 20s
The Grammy-nominated musician from New Orleans defies the expectations of jazz music.
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Damon Davis: Apologue for the Darkest Gods
11m 52s
A look into the art of award-winning, post-disciplinary artist Damon Davis.
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Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorio: This Is the Way We Rise
12m 16s
Jamaica Heolimeleikalani Osorio is a Kanaka Maoli wahine poet, activist, and academic.
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Maia Cruz Palileo: Becoming the Moon
11m 54s
Maia Cruz Palileo is a multi-disciplinary artist who explores themes of migration.
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Vincent Valdez: The Beginning is Near
11m 1s
Artist Vincent Valdez emphasizes under-examined historical narratives in his work.
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Julian Eltinge: Female Impersonator of the Vaudeville Era
4m 45s
Julian Eltinge was a female impersonator who was once America's highest paid performer.
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Gladys Bentley: Drag King of the Harlem Renaissance
5m 57s
Gladys Bentley was a musician and drag king who was a part of the Harlem Renaissance.
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Renegades Pilot: Kitty O’Neil [Open Captions]
8m 55s
Discover "the fastest woman in the world," deaf racecar driver and daredevil Kitty O'Neil.
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Renegades Pilot: Kitty O’Neil [Audio Description + ASL]
8m 55s
Discover "the fastest woman in the world," deaf racecar driver and daredevil Kitty O'Neil.
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Jose Sarria: Legendary Drag Queen and Queer Activist
5m 52s
Sarria was a legend of the San Francisco drag scene.
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Joan Jett Blakk: The drag queen who ran for president
6m 13s
She ran for president in lipstick, heels and eyeshadow.
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Flawless Sabrina: Queer Icon and Star of ‘The Queen’
6m 30s
She was an artist, activist, gay mother and mentor to hundreds of queer youth.
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Jean Malin: Queen of the Pansies
5m 57s
Jean Malin was one of the first openly gay performers in the Prohibition era.
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Crystal Labeija: The Queen Who Reinvented Ball Culture
5m 38s
Crystal was a proud Black trans woman, a drag mother and, a pageant girl.
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William Dorsey Swann: The first “Queen of Drag”
4m 39s
Born into slavery, Swann was the first known person to identify as a “Queen of Drag.”
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Lights, Camera, Acción
24m 25s
Celebrate the incredible impact Latinos have made in Hollywood — past, present and future.
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Jacques Pépin Makes Sauteed Brussels Sprouts
2m 31s
Jacques Pépin shows us a simple but tasty Brussels sprouts recipe.
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Jacques Pépin Makes Shrimp-Stuffed Portobello
7m 24s
Pépin's recipe for stuffed portobello has breadcrumbs, garlic, butter and herbs.
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Jacques Pépin Makes Fresh Corn Purée
4m 9s
Pépin shows us how to make one of his favorite dishes for the summer, a fresh corn purée.
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Jacques Pépin Makes Cold Tomato-Cucumber Soup
5m 15s
Pépin loves a cold soup in the summer using this recipe.
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Jacques Pépin Makes Tomato Toasts
6m 41s
This recipe for tomato toasts with olives is inspired by Pépin's time in Spain.
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Jacques Pépin Makes Clam Fritters
5m 40s
Pépin's clam fritters bring back fond memories of going clamming in the sea.
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Jacques Pépin Makes Quiche Lorraine
12m 9s
Pépin's recipe for quiche Lorraine is inspired by his mother.
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Herbie Hancock on jazz and Quincy Jones’ influence
15m 39s
Herbie Hancock discusses the producer's career and influence in the music industry.
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Gloria Naylor on the American dream
15m 16s
Gloria Naylor speaks about the American dream and Nella Larsen's "Passing."
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Betty White talks about funny women in comedy history
12m 12s
Betty White talks about funny women in comedy history like Carol Burnett and Lucille Ball.
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Dionne Warwick on Lena Horne and her musical influences
11m 55s
Dionne Warwick discusses Lena Horne and her other musical influences.
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Patti Smith on Lou Reed and rock and roll
15m 35s
Patti Smith shares her thoughts on Lou Reed and the 70s rock and roll scene.
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Laura Linney on mastering acting at Juilliard
15m 7s
Laura Linney discusses her time at Juilliard and how it helped shape her as an actor.
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Gloria Steinem on the legacy of Marilyn Monroe
11m
Gloria Steinem talks about Marilyn Monroe in relation to the women's movement.
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I. M. Pei on sculpture
7m 26s
I. M. Pei shares his thoughts on the relationship between sculpture and scale.
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Baayork Lee on becoming a Broadway star at age 5
12m 24s
Baayork Lee discusses starring on Broadway at age 5 and working with Richard Rodgers.
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Tracey Ullman on Mel Brooks’ intrinsically American comedy
11m 45s
Tracey Ullman discusses the joys of working with Mel Brooks.
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How Harry Belafonte embraced Black culture in music
16m 49s
Harry Belafonte speaks about Paul Robeson and Black culture in music.
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Jacques Pépin Makes Ice Cream French Toast
3m 33s
Jacques Pépin adapted this recipe from his time as a breakfast cook in Paris.
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Jacques Pépin Makes Lemon Posset for Dessert
4m 16s
This lemon posset is one of Jacques Pépin's simplest recipes.
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Jacques Pépin Prepares Blueberries with Lemon and Mint
3m 24s
Another take on blueberries, lemon and mint from Jacques Pépin.
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Jacques Pépin Makes Spaghetti with Basil Pesto
8m 9s
In the summer, Pépin likes to use fresh basil from his garden to make this pesto recipe.
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Jacques Pépin Makes Pasta Primavera
5m 32s
This versatile pasta recipe can be made with any seasonal vegetables.
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Jacques Pépin Makes Pasta Fagioli
4m 28s
Pasta fagioli, or "pasta and beans," is a filling dish with pantry friendly ingredients.
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Jacques Pépin Makes Pork Roast with Ratatouille
5m 25s
Pépin slow roasts this dish for a tender and juicy pork.
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Martin Scorsese on the films of John Ford
19m 20s
Martin Scorsese discusses how John Ford's films have impacted his career.
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Jacques Pépin Makes Baked Salmon with Sautéed Endive
4m 2s
Pépin shares his method for a simple baked salmon served with caramelized endive.
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Jacques Pépin Makes Sautéed Cod with Mushrooms
5m 44s
Pépin serves cod with a garnish of vegetables including mushrooms, radishes and olives.
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Jacques Pépin Makes Tuna Tartare
6m 39s
Pépin serves his tuna tartare with onions, scallions and a garnish of bread and cucumbers.
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Lily Gladstone: Far Out There
13m 51s
Native American actress Lily Gladstone reflects on her origins and acting in Hollywood.
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Sydney G. James: How We See Us
15m 33s
Artist Sydney G. James’ bold brush strokes address racial injustice in her native Detroit.
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Jonathan Thunder: Good Mythology
14m 11s
Ojibwe artist Jonathan Thunder explores the mythic inspirations of his surrealist work.
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Alejandro Jimenez: The Ground I Stand On
12m
A lyrical exploration of the life and work of Mexican-American poet Alejandro Jimenez.
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Walshy Fire: Pull Up
10m 25s
Caribbean-American D.J. Walshy Fire electrifies audiences with dancehall-inspired beats.
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Senghor Reid: Make Way For Tomorrow
13m 4s
Artist Senghor Reid draws inspiration from current events and his hometown of Detroit.
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Ethan Lim: Cambodian Futures
16m 34s
Chef Ethan Lim creates vibrant dishes inspired by the rich, complex history of Cambodia.
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Keeping Video Art Alive With C.T. Lui
8m 24s
Engineer Chi-Tien Lui has restored most of Nam June Paik's video art over the years.
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Treat Williams on the acting process with Sidney Lumet
6m 24s
Actor Treat Williams describes working with director Sidney Lumet on “Prince of the City.”
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Lady Bunny on the echoes of Mae West in drag culture
12m 19s
Drag performer and artist Lady Bunny talks about Mae West's influence.
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James Earl Jones on Sidney Poitier and acting
16m 12s
James Earl Jones talks Sidney Poitier's impact on himself and other young Black actors.
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Fran Drescher on being a showrunner for the American sitcom
21m 12s
Fran Drescher talks about how she took inspiration from Lucille Ball for "The Nanny."
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André Leon Talley on Mae West’s impact on fashion and style
15m 24s
André Leon Talley recounts how Mae West used fashion and her sexuality to empower herself.
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Protactile: A Language of Touch
17m 42s
DeafBlind people are creating a new language called Protactile, based solely on touch.
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Protactile: A Language of Touch [Audio Description + ASL]
17m 42s
DeafBlind people are creating a new language called Protactile, based solely on touch.
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Protactile: A Language of Touch [Extended Audio Description]
21m 23s
DeafBlind people are creating a new language called Protactile, based solely on touch.
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Filmmaker Jonas Mekas on living in Andy Warhol’s New York
22m 21s
Filmmaker Jonas Mekas describes the burgeoning art scene of New York City in the 1960s.
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Steve Martin on how David Geffen thrived through friendships
14m 41s
Steve Martin discusses how David Geffen found Hollywood success through his friendships.
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John Singleton on having Maya Angelou as a mentor
13m 33s
John Singleton came to Maya Angelou for guidance while working on "Poetic Justice."
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How Billy Crystal learned to imitate Sammy Davis, Jr.
19m 23s
Billy Crystal speaks on his admiration for and working relationship with Sammy Davis, Jr.
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How Rita Moreno auditioned and rehearsed for West Side Story
20m 32s
Rita Moreno reflects on the 1961 production of "West Side Story."
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Neil Young on David Geffen’s success as a media mogul
15m 10s
Neil Young speaks about David Geffen’s role as a performer in the art of the deal.
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Jerry Lewis on comedy and his bond with Sammy Davis, Jr.
9m 45s
Jerry Lewis talks about becoming a comedian and his friendship with Sammy Davis, Jr.
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Louis Gossett, Jr. honors Maya Angelou’s storytelling impact
19m 53s
Lou Gossett, Jr. discusses Dr. Maya Angelou’s role as a "matriarch."
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HOPPER: An American love story (ASL + Audio Description)
53m 3s
Discover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works.
![American Masters Image](https://image.pbs.org/video-assets/qTk7UOQ-asset-mezzanine-16x9-3gcwPsK.jpg.crop.780x439.jpg)
HOPPER: An American love story (Extended Audio Description)
1h 7m 42s
Discover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works.
![American Masters Image](https://image.pbs.org/video-assets/VbPohxE-asset-mezzanine-16x9-U0FVJwJ.jpg.crop.780x439.jpg)
Searching for Augusta Savage
21m 48s
Discover Augusta Savage's legacy as a Harlem Renaissance sculptor and art activist.
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Becoming Yamazushi
14m 8s
A Japanese American rapper discovers how art can champion cultural liberation.
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Moynihan (ASL)
1h 43m 31s
Discover the life and legacy of former U.S. Senator and diplomat Daniel Patrick Moynihan.
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Moynihan (Extended Audio Description)
1h 44m 19s
Discover the life and legacy of former U.S. Senator and diplomat Daniel Patrick Moynihan.
![American Masters Image](https://image.pbs.org/video-assets/e50nwbU-asset-mezzanine-16x9-6KmD374.jpg.crop.780x439.jpg)
The Incomparable Mr. Buckley (Extended Audio Description)
1h 42m 8s
Discover the intellectual evolution and political legacy of William F. Buckley, Jr.
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The Incomparable Mr. Buckley (ASL)
1h 40m 40s
Discover the intellectual evolution and political legacy of William F. Buckley, Jr.
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Susie Essman on “Curb Your Enthusiasm” and the unique “genius” of Larry David
8m 45s
Comedian Susie Essman talks about the unique traits of "Curb Your Enthusiasm."
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Weaving Nature
18m 39s
David Bacharach creates "The Mounds," a land art installation confronting climate change.
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Jerry Seinfeld on his place in American sitcom history
16m 1s
Jerry Seinfeld discusses his collaboration with Larry David and the evolution of the sitcom.
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Joan Rivers finds humor in being yourself
9m 59s
Joan Rivers speaks about her experience as a female comic in the early 60s.
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Love, Jamie
19m 45s
Jamie Diaz is a trans woman and artist who has spent nearly 30 years in a men's prison in Texas.
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Jeff Foxworthy on how every American might be a “redneck”
15m 41s
Jeff Foxworthy discusses regionalism in comedy and why "redneck" is a state of mind.
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How Lily Tomlin found liberation in exploring her Laugh-In characters
12m 35s
Lily Tomlin speaks about her time on Laugh-In and how she developed her characters.
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Paul Mooney on his career and relationship with Richard Pryor
10m 39s
Paul Mooney reflects on the mechanics of stand-up and his role as Richard Pryor's best friend.
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How Phyllis Diller broke down the doors for female comics
11m 35s
Phyllis Diller reflects on how her comedy was a response to years of “take my wife” jokes.
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HOPPER: An American love story
S38 Ep1 | 1m 2s
Discover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works.
![American Masters Image](https://image.pbs.org/video-assets/tliFl8K-asset-mezzanine-16x9-d7Cto5h.jpg.crop.780x439.jpg)
Edward Hopper’s career soared as wife Jo Nivison’s faltered
S38 Ep1 | 2m 31s
Edward Hopper's career soared while his wife Jo Nivison's faltered.
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Edward Hopper’s simple lifestyle with wife Jo
S38 Ep1 | 1m 55s
Edward and Jo Hopper lived an extremely frugal life.
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Edward Hopper’s work showed a narrow view of New York
S38 Ep1 | 2m 39s
Edward Hopper showed no interest in the growing diversity of America.
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A closer look at Edward Hopper’s “Automat” and “Chop Suey”
S38 Ep1 | 1m 59s
Edward Hopper displayed a preference for quieter social commentary with his art.
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Rare interview footage of Edward Hopper on his process
S38 Ep1 | 29m 7s
Edward Hopper joins Brian O'Doherty for a conversation about his process and inspirations.
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Edward Hopper’s childhood in Nyack, New York
S38 Ep1 | 2m 3s
Edward Hopper was raised in Nyack, where his creativity was fostered by his parents.
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HOPPER: An American love story (EAD + ASL + OC Trailer)
S38 Ep1 | 2m 10s
Discover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works.
![American Masters Image](https://image.pbs.org/video-assets/SO1fMKH-asset-kids-mezzanine1-16x9-ul3WWJL.jpg.crop.780x439.jpg)
Moynihan
S38 Ep2 | 2m 49s
Discover the life and legacy of former U.S. Senator and diplomat Daniel Patrick Moynihan.
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Explaining the “Moynihan Report”
S38 Ep2 | 6m 3s
In 1965, Daniel Patrick Moynihan released the controversial "Moynihan Report."
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Daniel Patrick Moynihan on going “beyond the melting pot”
S38 Ep2 | 2m 40s
Daniel Patrick Moynihan's book transformed how ethnicity was viewed in America.
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Moynihan on working with Nixon across party lines
S38 Ep2 | 2m 23s
Against advice, Daniel Patrick Moynihan took a job as Richard Nixon's domestic advisor.
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When William F. Buckley, Jr. ran for mayor of New York City
S38 Ep3 | 2m 56s
William F. Buckley, Jr. ran for mayor of New York City under the Conservative Party.
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William F. Buckley, Jr.’s relationship with wife Patricia
S38 Ep3 | 2m 5s
William F. Buckley, Jr. and his wife Patricia had a brazen, but loving relationship.
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Buckley’s Yale criticism fueled the conservative movement
S38 Ep3 | 1m 47s
Yale administration feared Buckley's outspoken criticism of the university.
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William F. Buckley, Jr.’s early childhood life
S38 Ep3 | 3m 4s
William F. Buckley, Jr. grew up in Great Elm, a sprawling estate located in Sharon, Conn.
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The Incomparable Mr. Buckley
S38 Ep3 | 2m 31s
Discover the intellectual evolution and political legacy of William F. Buckley, Jr.
![American Masters Image](https://image.pbs.org/video-assets/fugkGtY-asset-mezzanine-16x9-YXLXiuC.jpg.crop.780x439.jpg)
Exclusive Preview: Who was William F. Buckley, Jr.?
S38 Ep3 | 10m 12s
Watch the first ten minutes of The Incomparable Mr. Buckley in this sneak preview.
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The Incomparable Mr. Buckley (AD + ASL + OC Trailer)
S38 Ep3 | 2m 47s
Discover the intellectual evolution and political legacy of William F. Buckley, Jr.
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5 Firing Line moments that are still relevant today
S38 Ep3 | 15m 34s
This Firing Line compliation shows Buckley in conversation with five of his most memorable guests.
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Roberta Flack
S37 Ep1 | 35s
Discover music icon Roberta Flack’s rise to stardom and triumphs over racism and sexism.
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Clint Eastwood loved “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face”
S37 Ep1 | 2m 42s
Clint Eastwood loved Roberta Flack's song "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face."
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How Roberta Flack created soul with “getting-togetherness”
S37 Ep1 | 2m 43s
Roberta Flack performed with all of that soulful "getting-toggetherness."
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The origin of Flack’s hit “Killing Me Softly With His Song”
S37 Ep1 | 2m 27s
How Roberta Flack made "Killing Me Softly With His Song" her own.
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Roberta Flack was a child piano prodigy
S37 Ep1 | 2m 9s
Growing up, Roberta Flack was known as a piano prodigy who "could play anything."
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Dr. Tony Fauci
S37 Ep2 | 2m 18s
Join Dr. Anthony Fauci as he reflects on his life and career as a public health advocate.
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How Dr. Fauci handled the AIDS crisis
S37 Ep2 | 4m 34s
Dr. Fauci's relationship with AIDS activists changed throughout the years.
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Dr. Fauci visits D.C. to battle vaccine hesistancy
S37 Ep2 | 7m 2s
Dr. Fauci and the mayor of D.C. encourage residents to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Dr. Fauci on retiring
S37 Ep2 | 2m 2s
Dr. Anthony Fauci sits down with his wife, Dr. Christine Grady, to discuss retiring.
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In The Making
S37 Ep3 | 3m 53s
Follow two performers as they break down barriers in opera and country music.
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The history of Black artists in country music
S37 Ep3 | 2m 20s
Black musicians have always had a place in the history of country music.
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The nomadic life of an opera singer
S37 Ep3 | 2m 38s
J'Nai Bridges talks about the pros and cons of life as an opera singer.
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Preparing for a final opera performance
S37 Ep3 | 3m 5s
In this outtake from "J'Nai Bridges Unamplified," J'Nai prepares for a final appearance.
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Nam June Paik: Moon Is the Oldest TV
S37 Ep4 | 2m 31s
See the world through the eyes of Nam June Paik, the father of video art.
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Nam June Paik’s communication problem
S37 Ep4 | 45s
Nam June Paik describes how everyday is a communication problem for him.
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Nam June Paik’s early art
S37 Ep4 | 42s
In Zen for Head (1962), Nam June Paik used his body as an instrument in the performance.
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Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll
S37 Ep5 | 28s
Experience the meteoric rise and enduring legacy of Little Richard.
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The king and queen of rock ‘n’ roll—and Sunset Boulevard
S37 Ep5 | 1m 33s
By 1985, Little Richard had abandoned rock 'n' roll and was living in a hotel in L.A.
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Little Richard preaches the gospel
S37 Ep5 | 2m
Little Richard had a fervid relationship with religion.
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The origins of “Tutti Frutti”
S37 Ep5 | 1m 41s
Little Richard first originated the famous refrain in "Tutti Frutti" at the Dew Drop Inn.
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Big Freedia on Little Richard, music and the queer community
S37 Ep5 | 13m 48s
Artist Big Freedia reflects on the similarities between herself and Little Richard.
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Jerry Brown: The Disrupter
S37 Ep6 | 2m 8s
Experience the political and personal journey of California governor Jerry Brown.
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The moment Jerry Brown found politics
S37 Ep6 | 1m 15s
While at the Governor's Mansion, Jerry Brown overheard his father talking politics.
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Jerry Brown’s second shot at governor
S37 Ep6 | 2m 12s
Jerry Brown runs for governor a second time and becomes the oldest sitting governor in CA.
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How Watergate changed the political landscape
S37 Ep6 | 1m 4s
Journalist Todd Purdum floated the idea of Jerry Brown running for governor.
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The history of the First Amendment
S37 Ep7 | 2m 48s
"We were making up, in a sense, First Amendment law as we went along," said Floyd Abrams.
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When The New York Times published the Pentagon Papers
S37 Ep7 | 2m 22s
The New York Times sought the legal counsel after publishing the Pentagon Papers.
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The case that protected corporate spending in elections
S37 Ep7 | 2m 26s
Learn how the First Amendment protects independent spending by corporations in elections.
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Floyd Abrams: Speaking Freely
S37 Ep7 | 2m 20s
Follow the 50-year career of preeminent First Amendment attorney Floyd Abrams.
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Dan Abrams on defending his father’s work on Citizens United
S37 Ep7 | 3m 40s
Dan Abrams discusses how he admires his father for working on cases he may not agree with.
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A Song for Cesar
S37 Ep8 | 1m 52s
See how Cesar Chavez and the farmworkers’ movement were influenced by music and the arts.
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Cesar Chavez’s love of jazz and pachuco culture
S37 Ep8 | 3m 27s
Civil rights activist Cesar Chavez expressed an interest in music from an early age.
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The music of America’s farmworkers
S37 Ep8 | 3m 10s
Daniel Valdez created a bolero song from the poem "Brown-Eyed Children of the Sun."
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Peaceful protest with Joan Baez
S37 Ep8 | 2m 31s
Singer Joan Baez was one of the peaceful protesters of the farmworkers’ movement.
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How the farmworkers’ movement used concerts to fundraise
S37 Ep8 | 3m 40s
Jim Cassell organized concerts as fundraisers for the farmworkers’ movement.
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Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes
S37 Ep9 | 1m 6s
Experience the groundbreaking sounds of bebop pioneer and virtuoso composer Max Roach.
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Documenting the legacy of drummer Max Roach
S37 Ep9 | 2m 28s
Director Sam Pollard was captivated by the life story of drummer and activist Max Roach.
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How Max Roach created the experimental sound of M’Boom
S37 Ep9 | 2m 12s
Max Roach founded M'Boom, a jazz group made up of experimental percussionists.
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How Max Roach fused jazz and hip hop
S37 Ep9 | 2m 47s
Max Roach was excited by the premise and promise of rap when it first hit the music scene.
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Rare footage of Max Roach and Abbey Lincoln’s collaboration
S37 Ep9 | 25m 51s
Take a peek inside Max Roach and Abbey Lincoln’s musical process in this exclusive.
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José Clemente Orozco: Hombre de Fuego (En Español)
S37 Ep10 | 40s
El artista José Clemente Orozco (1883-1945) encabezó el movimiento muralista en México.
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La chispa que encendió el interés de Orozco por hacer arte
S37 Ep10 | 1m 25s
Orozco quedó cautivado por el trabajo del artista mexicano José Guadalupe Posada.
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La historia de “Hidalgo y la Independencia Nacional”
S37 Ep10 | 1m 50s
Orozco pintó uno de los murales públicos más icónicos de México.
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Las pinturas de Orozco fueron destruidas en los EE. UU.
S37 Ep10 | 1m 19s
Las pinturas de Orozco fueron destruidas por agentes de aduana en los EE. UU.
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How Bella Abzug elevated feminist causes while in office
S37 Ep11 | 2m 15s
While in Congress, Bella Abzug elevated feminist causes.
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Bella Abzug defines what’s missing in our democracy
S37 Ep11 | 1m
Bella Abzug went on the "Dinah!" show and questioned what was missing in our democracy.
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Bella! This Woman’s Place is in the House
S37 Ep11 | 2m 45s
Follow the meteoric rise of firebrand politician and activist Bella Abzug.
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Rennie Harris on the power of the choreographer
S36 Ep1 | 57s
Rennie Harris describes how choreographers are responsible for their dancers.
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Alvin Ailey on Chauncey Green, the friend who saved his life
S36 Ep1 | 2m 56s
Ailey describes his "blood memories" and an impactful friendship.
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Ailey’s “Revelations” draws on African American spirituals
S36 Ep1 | 2m 24s
Ailey's "Revelations" performance depicted the "Black experience."
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Choreographer Rennie Harris on channeling Ailey
S36 Ep1 | 1m 51s
Rennie Harris choreographed a piece about Ailey for the 60th anniversary of the company.
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Bill T. Jones remembers the first time he met Alvin Ailey
S36 Ep1 | 2m 11s
"I was lonely for colleagues who were people of color," said Jones upon meeting Ailey.
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Ailey dancers reflect on company’s scrappy beginnings
S36 Ep1 | 1m 51s
Former Ailey dancers recall how Alvin Ailey worked hard to raise money for the company.
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How racism affected Marian Anderson’s vocal classification
S36 Ep2 | 1m 24s
Though Marian Anderson could sing both high and low notes, she was billed as a contralto.
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Marian Anderson’s singing recalls America’s racial unrest
S36 Ep2 | 3m 14s
"Crucifixion" recalled the racial unrest Marian Anderson saw during her time in Chicago.
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Marian Anderson’s love of fashion and shoes
S36 Ep2 | 1m 37s
Marian Anderson had a vast collection of couture clothing.
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Marian Anderson: The Whole World in Her Hands
S36 Ep2 | 1m 4s
Explore the life of the famous singer who became an icon for the civil rights movement.
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Marian Anderson overcame discrimination with Danbury farm
S36 Ep2 | 1m 34s
Anderson bought her beloved farm in Danbury, CT, with her husband, Orpheus Fisher.
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Denyce Graves and others discuss Marian Anderson’s legacy
S36 Ep2 | 1h 2m 5s
Celebrate Marian Anderson in this event with Denyce Graves, George Shirley and others.
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Waterman – Duke: Ambassador of Aloha
S36 Ep3 | 1m 56s
Jason Momoa narrates the story of five-time Olympic medalist and surfer Duke Kahanamoku.
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How Duke broke the swimming world record in Hawaii
S36 Ep3 | 2m 40s
Duke Kahanamoku shattered the Amateur Athletic Union's swim record in 1911.
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Duke’s incredible rescue mission while on a surfboard
S36 Ep3 | 2m 41s
Duke Kahanamoku rescued eight men from the capsized Thelma in California.
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Overcoming the distinct challenge of indoor swimming
S36 Ep3 | 2m 27s
Duke found his mind and body shocked by his first time swimming in an indoor pool.
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The meaning of Aloha
S36 Ep3 | 2m 10s
Paul Strauch recounts a conversation he had with Duke about the power of the word "Aloha."
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Joe Papp in Five Acts
S36 Ep4 | 1m 42s
Papp, founder of Free Shakespeare in the Park, believed great art is for all.
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Why Joe Papp thinks the theater should be free for all of us
S36 Ep4 | 1m 3s
Joe Papp made it his mission to have theater be accessible to the public.
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Representation in theater was important to Joe Papp
S36 Ep4 | 3m 19s
When developing Free Shakespeare in the Park, Joe Papp wanted people to feel represented.
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Papp turned a dilapidated building into The Public Theater
S36 Ep4 | 2m 14s
Joe Papp saved a historic building from demolition, which evolved into The Public Theater.
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The origins of Shakespeare in the Park
S36 Ep4 | 2m 25s
Papp built a stage on a 35 foot truck so he could bring Shakespeare to other communities.
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When Joe Papp asked Meryl Streep to take over the theater
S36 Ep4 | 1m 41s
Meryl Streep was touched, but perplexed when Papp asked her to run the theater.
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Brian Wilson: Long Promised Road
S36 Ep5 | 2m 4s
Explore the life and career of the legendary singer and co-founder of The Beach Boys.
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Watch Brian Wilson produce a song
S36 Ep5 | 4m 24s
See musical genius Brian Wilson at work producing his song, "Honeycomb."
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Rare studio footage of the Beach Boys’ “Good Vibrations”
S36 Ep5 | 1m 14s
Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys work on "Good Vibrations" in the studio in 1966.
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Brian Wilson visits his high school
S36 Ep5 | 2m 41s
Brian Wilson makes a stop at his high school alma mater.
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When journalist Jason Fine first met Brian Wilson
S36 Ep5 | 1m 21s
Jason Fine describes how his friendship with Brian Wilson first started.
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Buffy Sainte-Marie: Carry It On
S36 Ep6 | 3m 10s
See the story of the Indigenous singer-songwriter, social activist, educator and artist.
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How Buffy Sainte-Marie won an Oscar for “Up Where We Belong”
S36 Ep6 | 1m 39s
Buffy Sainte-Marie won an Oscar for her song "Up Where We Belong."
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The origins of Buffy Sainte-Marie’s “Universal Soldier”
S36 Ep6 | 2m 9s
"Who's responsible for war?" wonders Buffy Sainte-Marie in "Universal Soldier."
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Buffy Sainte-Marie brought Indigenous representation to TV
S36 Ep6 | 1m 55s
Sainte-Marie insisted that Indigenous people play the Indigenous roles on "The Virginian."
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When Buffy Sainte-Marie wrote the “first feminist anthem”
S36 Ep6 | 2m 17s
"I always wanna be offering people stuff that they won't get somewhere else," says Buffy.
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The Adventures of Saul Bellow
S36 Ep7 | 1m 32s
Explore Nobel Prize winner Saul Bellow's impact on American literature.
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Ernest Hemingway versus Saul Bellow
S36 Ep7 | 59s
Philip Roth talk about the opposing styles of Ernest Hemingway and Saul Bellow.
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A classic Saul Bellow rant about Chicago
S36 Ep7 | 1m 41s
Chicago in the 1980s is the backdrop for Bellow's novel "The Dean's December."
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Salman Rushdie on Saul Bellow’s books
S36 Ep7 | 3m 58s
Salman Rushdie talks about some of his favorite Saul Bellow books in this outtake.
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Philip Roth talks Saul Bellow in his final interview
S36 Ep7 | 8m 38s
Philip Roth describes his admiration for Saul Bellow in Roth's final interview.
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Groucho & Cavett
S36 Ep8 | 1m 44s
Discover the enduring friendship between legendary comedians Dick Cavett and Groucho Marx.
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When Groucho Marx hosted “The Tonight Show”
S36 Ep8 | 2m 9s
Groucho Marx was a guest host on "The Tonight Show."
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Groucho Marx roasts Dick Cavett
S36 Ep8 | 2m 1s
One of Groucho's best nights on "The Dick Cavett Show."
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What made Groucho Marx a great writer
S36 Ep8 | 3m 7s
Groucho Marx was a prolific writer with "a genuine intellect."
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Dick Cavett’s early days of standup comedy
S36 Ep8 | 8m 17s
Dick Cavett reflects on his early days of standup and the lessons he learned.
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How It Feels To Be Free documentary
S35 Ep1 | 30s
How six iconic African American female entertainers challenged the entertainment industry.
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Alicia Keys doesn’t mind being compared to Lena Horne
S35 Ep1 | 2m 1s
The musician talks about why she admires Horne so much.
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Diahann Carroll talks race and makeup while filming “Julia”
S35 Ep1 | 1m 50s
Carroll tells the story of an early makeup session for the TV show “Julia.”
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The role of women entertainers in the civil rights movement
S35 Ep1 | 1m 8s
Historian Ruth Feldstein on the role of women entertainers in the civil rights movement.
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Lena Waithe on why Cicely Tyson’s hair was revolutionary
S35 Ep1 | 1m 58s
Waithe describes how Tyson's natural hair was an inspiration to many others.
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Halle Berry on how seeing Diahann Caroll on TV changed her
S35 Ep1 | 1m 57s
Having a role model on TV who looked like her made a big difference for Halle Berry.
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Lena Waithe on mixed feelings towards Blaxploitation
S35 Ep1 | 1m 59s
Producer, actor and writer Lena Waithe on the mixed feelings Blaxploitation evokes.
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Why Cicely Tyson was selective about her acting roles
S35 Ep1 | 43s
Tyson was mindful of how she performed Black womanhood.
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Flannery
S35 Ep2 | 1m 54s
Explore the life of Flannery O’Connor whose fiction was unlike anything published before.
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Why did Flannery O’Connor detest “Gone with the Wind”?
S35 Ep2 | 2m 41s
She reportedly “couldn’t stand” the romanticized, Hollywood version of the old South.
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From the Director: The Making of Flannery
S35 Ep2 | 2m 18s
Hear from director Elizabeth Coffman about the making of American Masters: Flannery.
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Twyla Moves
S35 Ep3 | 2m 36s
Explore the life of legendary dancer, director and choreographer Twyla Tharp.
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How does Twyla Tharp create new dances?
S35 Ep3 | 1m 1s
Twyla Tharp's creative process is very physical.
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The time Twyla Tharp setup a performance in Central Park
S35 Ep3 | 1m 48s
Archival footage shows one of Twyla Tharp's dances in Central Park amongst the public.
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The time Twyla Tharp pushed David Byrne to his limits
S35 Ep3 | 2m 58s
In 1981, Twyla Tharp commissioned David Byrne of the Talking Heads to write music for her.
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Tharp and Baryshnikov’s “totally unexpected” collaboration
S35 Ep3 | 4m 32s
The collaboration was "lightening in a bottle," according to Tharp.
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Twyla Tharp’s very valuable college decision
S35 Ep3 | 1m 17s
How Tharp directed her own education at Barnard College.
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What’s it like choreographing a dance for Zoom?
S35 Ep3 | 2m 3s
Tharp discovers a technical challenge that makes choreographing virtually even harder.
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Twyla Tharp: Inside Look
S35 Ep3 | 2m
Twyla Tharp provide an inside look at the way she approaches her work.
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Twyla Tharp’s Famous ‘Eight Jelly Roll’ Dance
S35 Ep3 | 55s
'Eight Jelly Rolls' was one of Twyla Tharp's first music-inspired choreographed dances.
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Never Too Late: The Doc Severinsen Story
S35 Ep4 | 1m 48s
Trace the life and career of master trumpeter and musical icon Doc Severinsen.
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Doc Severinsen’s advice for music students
S35 Ep4 | 2m 58s
Doc Severinsen gives the best piece of advice to one of his music students.
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Doc Severinsen’s fitness routine
S35 Ep4 | 2m 14s
Doc Severinsen goes tot he gym everyday. He also swears by a special preworkout meal.
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The best of Doc Severinsen’s eccentric outfits
S35 Ep4 | 2m 37s
Former Tonight Show bandleader Doc Severinsen was famous for his over the top outfits.
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Oliver Sacks: His Own Life
S35 Ep5 | 2m 2s
Explore the life and work of the legendary neurologist and storyteller Oliver Sacks.
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What made physician Oliver Sacks unique?
S35 Ep5 | 1m 26s
He used storytelling to connect people with great challenges "back into the world."
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What pushed Oliver Sacks’ brother towards psychosis?
S35 Ep5 | 1m 7s
Sacks wondered if he might be next.
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Why did Oliver Sacks love the periodic table so much?
S35 Ep5 | 1m 11s
He even incorporated it into his wardrobe.
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Amy Tan: Unintended Memoir
S35 Ep7 | 2m 14s
Amy Tan: Unintended Memoir is an intimate portrait of the groundbreaking writer.
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Amy Tan’s first job was writing astrology
S35 Ep7 | 2m 12s
Amy started out “making up” astrology for her friend’s business.
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How Amy Tan met her husband Lou
S35 Ep7 | 1m 14s
According to Amy Tan's husband Lou, it was "cluelessness at first sight."
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The author of “Crazy Rich Asians” describes Amy Tan’s impact
S35 Ep7 | 2m 33s
Kevin Kwan talks about how Amy Tan had an early impact on him.
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What was the Joy Luck Club?
S35 Ep7 | 1m 34s
The title of Amy Tan's famous novel was also the name of an investment club.
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Ballerina Boys
S35 Ep8 | 2m 36s
Discover The Trocks. Dancing on pointe shoes, these male ballerinas mix artistry and joy.
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Watch these drag ballerinas get ready for a show
S35 Ep8 | 2m 14s
Putting on makeup is about empowerment as much as it is about humor.
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What goes through a drag ballerina’s mind while dancing?
S35 Ep8 | 1m 32s
A "Trocks" dancer describes what goes through his mind while dancing.
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Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase The Blues Away
S35 Ep9 | 1m 58s
Dive into the career of the legendary blues guitarist.
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How blues legend Buddy Guy got his hands on his first guitar
S35 Ep9 | 3m 38s
Hear Buddy Guy play the song by John Lee Hooker that made him want to learn guitar
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The two people Buddy Guy admires most as a musician
S35 Ep9 | 1m 41s
Buddy Guy met John Lee Hooker and Big Mama Thornton after years of admiring their music.
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Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go For It
S35 Ep10 | 2m 2s
Explore the life and 70-year career of the iconic Latina actor, performer and activist.
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Rita Moreno on facing sexism in the industry
S35 Ep10 | 2m 56s
Rita Moreno recalls facing sexism in the industry.
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Rita Moreno’s mother inspired her “One Day at a Time” role
S35 Ep10 | 1m 43s
Rita Moreno's portrayal of her role on "One Day at a Time" was inspired by her mother.
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How Rita Moreno became a social activist
S35 Ep10 | 1m 6s
Rita Moreno attended the March on Washington and continued to advocate for social justice.
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Rita Moreno gives one of the shortest Oscars speeches ever
S35 Ep10 | 2m 25s
Rita Moreno recalls giving the shortest Oscars speeches ever for "West Side Story."
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Behind the Scenes | Rita Moreno
S35 Ep10 | 2m
Go behind the scenes of Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go For It.
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Lin-Manuel Miranda on his first viewing of “West Side Story”
S35 Ep10 | 1m
Lin-Manuel Miranda on his first viewing of "West Side Story"
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Becoming Helen Keller
S35 Ep11 | 1m 4s
Revisit the remarkable career and life of an icon who became a human rights pioneer.
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Helen Keller the suffragist
S35 Ep11 | 59s
Helen Keller was an activist who supported the labor movement and women's right to vote.
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Helen Keller studied socialism
S35 Ep11 | 1m 41s
Helen Keller became interested in socialism and demanded equal rights for all.
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Keller’s use of oral communication
S35 Ep11 | 2m 31s
Alexander Graham Bell shunned sign language, encouraging Keller to use oral communication.
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Rapper Warren “Wawa” Snipe on hip-hop in the Deaf community
S35 Ep11 | 3m 33s
Rapper Warren "Wawa" Snipe talks about the inspiration for what he calls "Dip-Hop."
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Elsa Sjunneson: DeafBlind fencer, hiker, published author
S35 Ep11 | 7m 48s
Elsa Sjunneson is a DeafBlind professor, published author, and modern-day Helen Keller.
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Elsa Sjunneson: DeafBlind author [Audio Description + ASL]
S35 Ep11 | 7m 46s
Elsa Sjunneson is a DeafBlind professor, published author, and modern-day Helen Keller.
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Elsa Sjunneson: DeafBlind author—Extended Audio Description
S35 Ep11 | 13m 16s
Elsa Sjunneson is a DeafBlind professor, published author, and modern-day Helen Keller.
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In Memoriam: Actress Zoe Caldwell
1m 53s
Zoe Caldwell discusses how she disrupted the English class system with song and dance.
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For Your Emmy® Consideration
1m
For Your Emmy® Consideration: Watch These American Masters Documentaries
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Two Things That Gave Carl Reiner the Most Pleasure in Life
1m 30s
Comic legend Carl Reiner describes the two things that gave him the most pleasure in life.
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Full Trailer | Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool
S34 Ep1 | 2m 24s
Discover the man behind the legend with never-before-seen footage and rare photos.
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Clip | How Miles Davis Recorded “Kind of Blue”
S34 Ep1 | 2m 27s
The musicians on Davis's iconic album "Kind of Blue" were not given any sheet music.
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Clip | How Miles Davis Recorded “Gems of Spontaneity”
S34 Ep1 | 1m 44s
Miles Davis recorded "gems" while fulfilling an obligation to Prestige Records.
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Clip | Miles Davis Loved Playing this Prince Album on Repeat
S34 Ep1 | 44s
Miles Davis' son Erin talks about the Prince album that his father played over and over.
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“We Don’t Sugarcoat Anything” in this “Definitive” Doc
S34 Ep1 | 2m
The Miles Davis Estate offered unprecedented access to its archive for this film.
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Preview | Director Stanley Nelson Talks About Miles Davis
S34 Ep1 | 1m 42s
Director Stanley Nelson on how this is more than just a film about a jazz musician.
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Full Trailer | Mae West: Dirty Blonde
S34 Ep2 | 1m 56s
Dive into the life of groundbreaking writer, performer and subversive star Mae West.
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The Mae West Film that Helped Save Paramount Pictures
S34 Ep2 | 2m 37s
The Mae West film "She Done Him Wrong" was credited with helping to save Paramount.
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Mae West Made this “Insane” Film in her 80’s
S34 Ep2 | 4m 19s
The film "Sextette," which Mae West made at age 87, was actually a "radical power move."
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Without “Talkies” There Would Be No Mae West
S34 Ep2 | 2m 32s
Why were "talkies" (films with sound) necessary for Mae West to have become a star?
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Why Didn’t Mae West Keep Up with the Latest Fashions?
S34 Ep2 | 3m 13s
Mae West's persona was inspired by the fashion trends of the 1890's.
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How Madonna May Have Been Influenced by Mae West
S34 Ep2 | 4m 14s
How have Madonna and other women entertainers followed in Mae West's footsteps?
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Full Trailer | Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am
S34 Ep3 | 2m 16s
An artful and intimate meditation on the legendary storyteller.
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The Story Behind the Title of the Novel “The Bluest Eye”
S34 Ep3 | 1m 27s
Toni Morrison recalls the time a Black childhood friend had been praying for blue eyes.
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Toni Morrison On Writing Without the “White Gaze”
S34 Ep3 | 2m 29s
Toni Morrison talks about writing without the "white gaze."
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Why Fran Lebowitz Always Sought Advice From Toni Morrison
S34 Ep3 | 3m 9s
Cultural critic Fran Lebowitz on why she would ask Toni Morrison for advice.
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When Toni Morrison Won The Nobel Prize
S34 Ep3 | 2m 34s
Toni Morrison tells the story of going to Stockholm to accept the Nobel Prize.
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Director Interview with Timothy Greenfield-Sanders
S34 Ep3 | 1m 37s
Director Timothy Greenfield-Sanders talks about how he first met Toni Morrison.
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Trailer | Unladylike2020: The Changemakers
S34 Ep4 | 1m
Illuminating the stories of extraordinary American heroines.
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The Making of Unladylike2020
S34 Ep4 | 1m 47s
Director Charlotte Mangin discusses what went into making Unladylike2020.
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What Unladylike Means to Me
S34 Ep4 | 1m 46s
Modern day women from the series discuss what the term "unladylike" means to them.
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An Interview with Activist Brittany Packnett Cunningham
S34 Ep4 | 1m 50s
Brittany Packnett Cunningham is a leader at the intersection of culture and justice.
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Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist Nikole Hannah Jones
S34 Ep4 | 2m 15s
She created the 1619 Project on slavery for The New York Times Magazine.
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Walter Winchell Trailer
S34 Ep5 | 2m
Meet the columnist who pioneered the fast-paced journalism that dominates today.
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The time Walter Winchell condemned an American Nazi rally
S34 Ep5 | 2m 53s
Walter Winchell condemned a rally of American Nazis in 1939.
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Walter Winchell and the “trial of the century”
S34 Ep5 | 2m 6s
How Walter Winchell used the "trial of the century" to blend news and entertainment.
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Michael Tilson Thomas Documentary Trailer
S34 Ep6 | 1m 11s
Explore the life and career of the Grammy-winning conductor, pianist and composer.
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The toy behind Michael Tilson Thomas’s love of dissonance
S34 Ep6 | 1m 59s
Meet Toodles, the toy behind Michael Tilson Thomas's love of dissonant music.
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Michael Tilson Thomas on what he learned from James Brown
S34 Ep6 | 2m 17s
MTT talks about the James Brown song that caused him to pull the car over as a teenager.
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Laura Ingalls Wilder: Prairie to Page trailer
S34 Ep7 | 3m 26s
A look at the unlikely author whose fiction helped shape American ideas of the frontier.
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The letter from NY that changed Laura Ingalls Wilder’s life
S34 Ep7 | 1m 49s
The news, at age 64, from a New York editor was unexpected for Laura Ingalls Wilder.
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How the logs of the “Little House” cabin were stolen
S34 Ep7 | 2m 8s
How the logs that Charles Ingalls used for the little house belonged to Osage Indians.
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Disaster was looming when the Ingalls moved to Minnesota
S34 Ep7 | 2m 14s
Disaster struck with the arrival of the Rocky Mountain locust invasion of 1875.
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The word that Laura refused to say in her wedding vows
S34 Ep7 | 3m 35s
Laura Ingalls' courtship with Almanzo Wilder led to a unique wedding ceremony.
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Until she was an author, money was a struggle for Wilder
S34 Ep7 | 2m 20s
Until she became a best-selling author, making ends meet was a struggle.
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The secret mother-daughter collaboration on “Little House”
S34 Ep7 | 4m 6s
Recent scholarship has shed light on this secret collaboration.
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“Little House” TV stars Alison Arngrim and Dean Butler
S34 Ep7 | 2m 58s
Arngrim and Butler talk about how the show had fans in Ronald Reagan and the Ayatollah.
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Roxane Gay and others on racist “Little House” depictions
S34 Ep7 | 2m 23s
Roxane Gay, Louise Erdrich and others discuss racist depictions in Wilder’s books.
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Keith Haring: Street Art Boy trailer
S34 Ep8 | 2m 16s
Explore the definitive story of international art sensation Keith Haring.
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Meet Keith Haring’s art dealer, famous for defacing Picasso
S34 Ep8 | 2m 48s
Keith Haring's choice for an art dealer was known for defacing a famous Picasso painting.
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American Masters has been nominated for an Emmy®!
1m
Nominated for “Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series” at the 72nd Annual Emmys.
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American Masters: Decoding Watson Trailer
S33 Ep1 | 2m 54s
Scientist James Watson, the man behind the Double Helix, confronts his complex legacy.
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Demystifying DNA Structure
S33 Ep1 | 2m 18s
Scientists explain how DNA’s double helix structure makes each of us genetically distinct.
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DNA Discoveries Before Watson and Crick
S33 Ep1 | 3m
Watson and Crick discovered DNA’s structure, but other scientists paved the way for them.
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James Watson on X-ray crystallographer Rosalind Franklin
S33 Ep1 | 2m 36s
Rosalind Franklin’s work contributed to Watson and Crick’s discovery of DNA’s structure.
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Sammy Davis, Jr.: I’ve Gotta Be Me Trailer
S33 Ep2 | 2m 36s
The first major film documentary of the life and art of entertainer Sammy Davis Jr.
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Sammy Davis, Jr. on His Greatest Fear
S33 Ep2 | 2m 10s
Sammy Davis, Jr. reveals why “Mr. Bojangles” hit so close to home.
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Norman Lear on how Sammy Davis, Jr. Broke Barriers on TV
S33 Ep2 | 1m 59s
Norman Lear discusses Sammy Davis, Jr.’s groundbreaking guest appearance on All in the Fam
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Sammy Davis, Jr.’s Close Call with Death
S33 Ep2 | 2m 11s
The car accident that forced Sammy Davis, Jr. to reevaluate his life.
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Charley Pride: I’m Just Me Preview
S33 Ep3 | 33s
Follow the country music superstar’s journey from segregated Mississippi to Nashville.
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Charley Pride: I’m Just Me Trailer
S33 Ep3 | 1m 43s
Follow the country music superstar’s amazing journey from Mississippi to Nashville.
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Holly Near: Singing for Our Lives Trailer
S33 Ep4 | 1m 49s
Holly Near’s music and life story illustrate how songs can have power.
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Holly Near on the story behind “Singing For Our Lives”
S33 Ep4 | 2m 49s
Holly Near shares the story behind her anthem for the LGBTQ movement, "Singing For Our L
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Jane Fonda and Gloria Steinem on Holly Near
S33 Ep4 | 3m 12s
Holly Near on the inspiration behind "I Am Willing".
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Joseph Pulitzer: Voice of the People Preview
S33 Ep5 | 2m 14s
Discover the man behind the Pulitzer Prizes.
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The Spanish-American War and Yellow Journalism
S33 Ep5 | 1m 3s
How Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst crossed the line into "yellow journalism."
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Joseph Pulitzer’s and the Brooklyn Bridge
S33 Ep5 | 2m 31s
How Joseph Pulitzer challenged the one-penny pedestrian toll on the Brooklyn Bridge.
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Garry Winogrand: All Things are Photographable Preview
S33 Ep6 | 1m 58s
Garry Winogrand turned spontaneous street photos into high art in 1960s-70s America.
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Garry Winogrand’s Early Career
S33 Ep6 | 1m 35s
Garry Winogrand got his start as a photojournalist before becoming a fine art photographer
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The Exhibition that Changed Modern Photography
S33 Ep6 | 1m 57s
The exhibition that established Garry Winogrand as an influential figure in photography.
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Garry Winogrand’s “Public Relations” Project
S33 Ep6 | 1m 33s
Why "Public Relations" is considered to be at the cusp of postmodernism.
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Robert Shaw – Man of Many Voices
S33 Ep7 | 2m 43s
Follow the journey of one of the greatest choral music conductors, Robert Shaw.
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Robert Shaw Was an Early Champion of Civil Rights
S33 Ep7 | 2m 7s
The story behind the Integrated Robert Shaw Chorale.
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Choral Music Conductor Robert Shaw Was Self-Taught
S33 Ep7 | 1m 59s
Despite a lack of formal training, Shaw inspired generations of musicians.
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Terrence McNally: Every Act of Life Preview
S33 Ep8 | 2m 20s
The documentary that traces Terrance McNally’s personal and professional successes.
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Edie Falco on “Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune.”
S33 Ep8 | 1m 58s
Edie Falco opens up about her experience in "Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune."
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Rita Moreno on Terrence McNally, plus Steinbeck’s advice
S33 Ep8 | 1m 34s
How Rita Moreno and John Steinbeck are connected to Terrence McNally.
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Worlds of Ursula K. Le Guin Preview
S33 Ep9 | 2m 17s
Explore the legacy of the feminist author who transformed U.S. literature with her science
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Learn About Ursula K. Le Guin’s Predecessor to Harry Potter
S33 Ep9 | 2m 45s
Explore the magical world Ursula K. Le Guin created in fantasy novel A Wizard of Earthsea.
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Ursula K. Le Guin’s Passionate Acceptance Speech
S33 Ep9 | 1m 58s
Watch the acceptance speech that shook the literary world.
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“The Left Hand of Darkness” and Gender Fluidity
S33 Ep9 | 3m 55s
Le Guin's 1969 novel "The Left Hand of Darkness" questioned binary concepts of gender.
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Rita Moreno & Edward James Olmos on the discrimination
S33 Ep10 | 2m 6s
Despite Raúl Juliá's talents, opportunities for Latino actors were scarce.
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Raúl Juliá and Meryl Streep Go Head-to-Head
S33 Ep10 | 3m
Raúl Juliá and Meryl Streep mesmerize in the 1978 production of The Taming of the Shrew.
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Raúl Juliá: The World’s a Stage Preview
S33 Ep10 | 1m 1s
Explore the life of a versatile Puerto Rican actor whose performances shook the world.
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Inside Look | Raúl Juliá
S33 Ep10 | 2m 5s
Get an inside look at Raúl Juliá: The World’s a Stage from American Masters and VOCES.
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Ben DeJesus Sheds Light on Latino Stories
S33 Ep10 | 1m 50s
Director Ben DeJesus discusses the importance of Raúl Juliá's story and cultural impact.
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Edward James Olmos on Raúl Juliá
S33 Ep10 | 1m 37s
Edward James Olmos recalls watching Raúl Juliá perform Shakespeare on tabletops.
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How Raúl Juliá Influenced Esai Morales
S33 Ep10 | 1m 3s
Morales reflects on Raúl Juliá's craft and discipline as an actor.
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How Raúl Juliá got his sister into Studio 54
S33 Ep10 | 1m 27s
Maria Eugenia Juliá talks about trying to get into Studio 54 with "Raúl from Dracula."
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Rothko: Pictures Must Be Miraculous Preview
S33 Ep11 | 30s
Discover the art world giant whose color fields changed art history and now fetch millions
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Why Mark Rothko Came to America
S33 Ep11 | 2m 42s
Learn why Rothko's family emigrated from Russia to the United States.
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How Abstract Expressionism Changed American Art
S33 Ep11 | 1m 57s
See how Abstract Expressionism shifted the center of the art world from Paris to New York
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Mark Rothko and Adolph Gottlieb on Creating Abstract Art
S33 Ep11 | 1m 22s
How Mark Rothko and Adoph Gottlieb responded to The New York Times.
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N. Scott Momaday: Words From a Bear
S33 Ep12 | 29s
Delve into the enigmatic life of Pulitzer Prize-winning author and poet N. Scott Momaday
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The First Native American to Win the Pulitzer
S33 Ep12 | 2m 43s
Jeff Bridges, Robert Redford, and others explain the importance of Momaday's writing.
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Indigenous Groups at the Forefront of Climate Action
S33 Ep12 | 1m 52s
N. Scott Momaday discusses the Native American tradition of protecting our planet.
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How N. Scott Momaday Connected with his Kiowa Ancestry
S33 Ep12 | 1m 16s
On his horse, N. Scott Momaday used his imagination to connect with his Kiowa ancestors.
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Lorraine Hansberry: Sighted Eyes/Feeling Heart – Trailer
S32 Ep1 | 2m 42s
Explore the life of activist and playwright Lorraine Hansberry.
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The Groundbreaking Broadway Casting of “A Raisin in the Sun”
S32 Ep1 | 3m
Sidney Poitier, Lloyd Richard and Ruby Dee reflect on casting for "A Raisin in the Sun."
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Lorraine Hansberry on being young, gifted and black
S32 Ep1 | 1m 41s
Lorraine Hansberry encourages young writers to represent their community in their work.
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Lorraine Hansberry speaks out against injustice
S32 Ep1 | 2m 3s
Lorraine Hansberry speaks out with "sighted eyes and feeling heart" against injustice.
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Lorraine Hansberry’s Inspiration for “A Raisin in the Sun”
S32 Ep1 | 2m 29s
Learn about the process that led Lorraine Hansberry to write her groundbreaking play.
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Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story – Trailer
S32 Ep2 | 1m 13s
How Hollywood film star Hedy Lamarr’s true legacy is that of a technological trailblazer.
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Hedy Lamarr and Howard Hughes’ Relationship
S32 Ep2 | 2m 41s
Hedy Lamarr and Howard Hughes' relationship was built on a love of invention.
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Interview with Director Alexandra Dean
S32 Ep2 | 3m 23s
Director Alexandra Dean shares all of her Hedy Lamarr memorabilia.
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Journalist Unearths Audio Taped Hedy Interviews
S32 Ep2 | 1m 47s
Journalist Fleming Meeks unearths never-before-heard audio tapes of Hedy Lamarr.
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Actress Gillian Jacobs on Hedy Lamarr
S32 Ep2 | 1m 53s
Gillian Jacobs on how she first learned about Hedy and the importance of women in STEM.
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Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams’ Friendship (Outtake)
S32 Ep3 | 1m 1s
A closer look at Joe DiMaggio and Ted Williams' healthy feud.
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The Mythology of Ted Williams
S32 Ep3 | 1m 38s
Ted Williams was "electric," "a baseball god" and his swing was "a work of art."
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The Science of Hitting
S32 Ep3 | 1m 20s
Ted Williams breaks down the perfect hit in his book, "The Science of Hitting."
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Ted Williams’ Heart of Gold
S32 Ep3 | 2m
Ted Williams was a hero to millions of children suffering from cancer.
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Never Before Seen Home Run Footage
S32 Ep3 | 2m 36s
Watch never before seen footage of Ted Williams' last home run.
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Eva Hesse Trailer
S32 Ep4 | 1m 43s
Meet one of the few women recognized as central to the 70's New York art scene.
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Elizabeth Murray Trailer
S32 Ep5 | 1m 4s
An intimate portrait of maverick painter and printmaker Elizabeth Murray.
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Elizabeth Murray on Using Bold Colors
S32 Ep5 | 1m 46s
How Elizabeth Murray made abstraction personal in her art.
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Elizabeth Murray on Being an Artist and Mother
S32 Ep5 | 1m 53s
Elizabeth Murray designed a unique life for herself.
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Andrew Wyeth Trailer
S32 Ep6 | 1m 36s
Wyeth tells the story of one of America’s most popular, but least understood, artists.
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Andrew Wyeth on “Christina’s World”
S32 Ep6 | 2m
The story behind Andrew Wyeth's iconic "Christina's World."
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Andrew Wyeth on Visiting the Kuerner Farm
S32 Ep6 | 1m 45s
See the Kuerner farm, a magical place for Andrew Wyeth.
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Jean-Michel Basquiat Trailer
S32 Ep7 | 3m 40s
He lived fast, died young and created thousands of drawings and paintings.
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Basquiat’s Childhood Accident
S32 Ep7 | 1m 27s
On Jean-Michel's first and most vivid childhood memory.
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Itzhak in theaters March 9 in New York City
S32 Ep8 | 1m 58s
An enchanting documentary featuring the sublime musician Itzhak Perlman.
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Itzhak Trailer
S32 Ep8 | 2m 1s
An intimate look at the extraordinary life and career of violinist Itzhak Perlman.
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Itzhak Perlman Plays “Theme From Schindler’s List”
S32 Ep8 | 2m 57s
Violinist Itzhak Perlman plays "Theme From Schindler’s List"
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Itzhak Perlman and Alan Alda’s Friendship
S32 Ep8 | 3m 16s
Itzhak Perlman and Alan Alda on life, food and more.
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By Sidney Lumet – Trailer
S31 Ep1 | 2m
Explore the socially conscious work of the director of “12 Angry Men” and “Network."
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Sidney Lumet on “Dog Day Afternoon”
S31 Ep1 | 1m 3s
Sidney Lumet describes the characters and the narrative drive behind "Dog Day Afternoon."
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Sidney Lumet Recalls Working with Katharine Hepburn
S31 Ep1 | 2m 36s
Sidney Lumet speaks about his work with Katharine Hepburn.
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Sidney Lumet Recalls Working with Walter Cronkite
S31 Ep1 | 2m 48s
Sidney Lumet speaks about his work adapting the radio show "You Are There" for television.
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Lumet On Blacklisting
S31 Ep1 | 3m 19s
Sidney Lumet describes his work on "Tragedy in a Temporary Town"
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Lumet’s Motivation for Making “12 Angry Men”
S31 Ep1 | 59s
Sidney Lumet describes his motivations for making the movie "12 Angry Men"
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Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise – Trailer
S31 Ep2 | 2m 38s
Maya Angelou gave people the freedom to think about their history in a way they never had.
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Maya Angelou & James Baldwin
S31 Ep2 | 1m 30s
“Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise” Film Excerpt: Maya Angelou & James Baldwin
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Maya Angelou On Teaching
S31 Ep2 | 2m 13s
Maya Angelou speaks about her work as a teacher and what she shares with her students.
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Behind the Scenes: Common, Rita Coburn-Whack & Maya Angelou
S31 Ep2 | 1m 37s
Rita Coburn-Whack originally introduced Maya Angelou and Common.
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See Maya Angelou’s early performances in the Bay Area
S31 Ep2 | 59s
Maya Angelou transitioned from dancing to singing early in her career.
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Learn why Maya Angelou signed with Porgy and Bess
S31 Ep2 | 57s
Dr. Maya Angelou started her career singing and dancing in San Francisco.
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Go behind the scenes with John Singleton
S31 Ep2 | 1m 30s
John Singleton shares why he believes Dr. Angelou's story is so important.
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Learn about Norman Lear’s friendship with Dr. Maya Angelou
S31 Ep2 | 2m 2s
Learn how Norman Lear struck up a friendship with Dr. Maya Angelou.
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Dr. Maya Angelou’s Inspiration and Poetry
S31 Ep2 | 3m 53s
Learn how Dr. Maya Angelou began writing and reading poetry as a child.
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Hear how Maya Angelou met Tupac Shakur for the first time
S31 Ep2 | 1m 52s
Without realizing it, Maya Angelou met Tupac Shakur.
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Maya Angelou’s missed opportunity to work with Pearl Bailey
S31 Ep2 | 1m 26s
Maya Angelou nearly had an opportunity early in her career to work with Pearl Bailey.
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Listen to Dr. Maya Angelou’s take on creative writing
S31 Ep2 | 49s
Dr. Maya Angelou describes the challenges she faced as a writer.
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Explore the friendship between Maya Angelou and Malcolm X
S31 Ep2 | 2m 4s
While Maya Angelou was living in Ghana, she met and began working with Malcolm X.
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Dr. Angelou’s inauguration poem for President Bill Clinton
S31 Ep2 | 2m 10s
Bill Clinton decided to have a poet read at his inauguration: Dr. Maya Angelou.
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PBS Previews: Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise
S31 Ep2 | 2m
A behind-the-scenes look at American Masters - Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise
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See Behind the Scenes of Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise
S31 Ep2 | 3m 57s
Bob Hercules and Rita Coburn-Whack share the inspiration and process behind their film.
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Louis Gossett Jr. shares a story about his great-grandmother
S31 Ep2 | 32s
Louis Gossett Jr. shares a story about his great-grandmother.
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Patsy Cline: Trailer
S31 Ep3 |
Patsy Cline defined modern country music with singular talent and heart?wrenching depth.
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PBS Previews: Patsy Cline
S31 Ep3 | 1m 45s
Producer and director Barbara Hall talks about the inspiration behind "Patsy Cline."
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How Patsy Cline balanced home life and commercial success
S31 Ep3 | 1m 15s
Despite a rigorous performing schedule, Patsy Cline continued to manage her household.
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Learn how Patsy Cline broke social norms in the ’50s
S31 Ep3 | 1m 32s
Cline worked hard and broke social norms, wearing men's pants and bright red lipstick.
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Hear how Patsy Cline met her husband, Charlie Dick.
S31 Ep3 | 2m
Patsy Cline and Charlie Dick met as young, talented musicians from working-class families.
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How a car crash nearly ended Patsy Cline’s career
S31 Ep3 | 1m 7s
At 29 years old Patsy Cline was almost killed in a head-on car collision.
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Learn about Patsy Cline’s first record deal
S31 Ep3 | 1m 16s
Under Patsy Cline's first contract, she was paid half the industry standard.
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Learn which Patsy Cline songs inspire Reba McEntire
S31 Ep3 | 1m 31s
Patsy Cline songs like "Sweet Dreams" still inspire Reba McEntire today.
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How Patsy Cline overcame the good ol’ boys club
S31 Ep3 | 1m 20s
When Patsy Cline began working in country music, female headliners were rare.
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Listen to how Patsy Cline “fibbed” to perform on CBS
S31 Ep3 | 2m 9s
How Patsy Cline fibbed in order to get onto Arthur Godfrey's CBS show to perform live.
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The tension between Patsy Cline and Jimmy Dean
S31 Ep3 | 36s
Bill Anderson on the "not quite oil-and-water" relationship between Cline and Dean.
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Alan Stoker shares some insight on Patsy Cline’s work
S31 Ep3 | 1m 16s
Alan Stoker talks about Patsy's gift as a singer and an artist.
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Patsy Cline: Filmmaker Interview
S31 Ep3 | 11m 16s
Filmmaker Barbara Hall comments on the making of the film, "Patsy Cline."
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Explore the advent of Food Television with James Beard
S31 Ep4 | 4m 4s
James Beard played a key role in the very first food shows on television.
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Insight into James Beard’s life as a gay man
S31 Ep4 | 2m 39s
When sexuality was not openly discussed, James Beard was comfortable, honest and open.
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Alice Waters remembers her early friendship with James Beard
S31 Ep4 | 1m 18s
Alice Waters recalls a party early in her friendship with James Beard.
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Discovered the doll designed to look like James Beard
S31 Ep4 | 1m 28s
Caroline Stuart discovered a doll that was designed to look like James Beard.
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Chris Cosentino shares how he discovered James Beard’s work
S31 Ep4 | 1m 11s
Chris Cosentino shares the surprising story of how he discovered James Beard's work.
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Duff Goldman remembers his first James Beard recipe
S31 Ep4 | 1m 16s
Baltimore-based Pastry Chef Duff Goldman shares his first James Beard memory.
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PBS Previews | American Masters presents A Chef’s Flight
S31 Ep4 | 1m
Executive Producer Michael Kantor comments on "A Chef's Flight."
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PBS Previews | James Beard: America’s First Foodie
S31 Ep4 | 1m 30s
Today’s American food movement can be traced back to one man: James Beard.
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James Beard’s mother was at the center of Portland’s market.
S31 Ep4 | 3m
James Beard's mother was at the center of Portland's market culture.
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James Beard as a Gastronomic Gigolo
S31 Ep4 | 1m 31s
James Beard began cooking and entertaining when his savings ran low as a young man.
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How James Beard pioneered the farm-to-table movement
S31 Ep4 | 4m 25s
James Beard was one of the pioneers of clean cooking.
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Learn Jacques Pépin’s famous omelet techniques
S31 Ep5 | 5m 52s
Jacques Pépin shares two different techniques for making the perfect omelet.
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José Andrés shares his first encounter with Jacques Pépin
S31 Ep5 | 3m 17s
Chef and restaurateur José Andrés talks about his first encounter with Jacques Pépin.
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Women in Jacques Pépin’s life were entrepreneurs and chefs
S31 Ep5 | 24s
Iconic chef and teacher Jacques Pépin shares his Inspiring Woman - his mother.
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How Jacques Pépin met his wife, Gloria
S31 Ep5 | 3m 13s
Gloria shares the story of how she met Jacques.
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PBS Previews | Jacques Pépin: The Art of Craft
S31 Ep5 | 1m
Jacques Pépin is known as a kitchen supernova.
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Pépin took de-boning a fish to new heights
S31 Ep5 | 3m 4s
Jacques Pépin truly mastered the art of craft.
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Life as a chef, husband and Jacques Pépin’s son-in-law
S31 Ep5 | 1m 42s
Rollie Wesen's love story with Claudine Pépin.
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How Jacques Pépin’s “La Technique” changed modern cooking
S31 Ep5 | 2m 47s
In 1976, Jacques Pépin published a groundbreaking new book: a cookbook without recipes.
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Richard Linklater: Dream is Destiny – Trailer
S31 Ep6 | 38s
Learn about Richard Linklater, the filmmaker behind Dazed and Confused, Boyhood, and more.
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Richard Linklater’s Roots with the Austin Film Society
S31 Ep6 | 2m 4s
Because of Linklater's unstoppable energy, the Austin Film Society was born.
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Watching “Boyhood” Come to Life
S31 Ep6 | 2m 38s
Richard Linklater and the cast of "Boyhood" discuss how the film developed over time.
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Making “School of Rock” with Richard Linklater
S31 Ep6 | 2m 30s
Jack Black and Richard Linklater talk about the making of "School of Rock"
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Why Linklater’s “Waking Life” was a groundbreaking film
S31 Ep6 | 1m 58s
Waking Life introduced a new, low-budget way for Richard Linklater to make his films.
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Matthew McConaughey on Richard Linklater as a Director
S31 Ep6 | 2m 17s
Matthew McConaughey talks about Richard Linklater's ability to capture authentic moments.
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Why Richard Linklater makes films about time
S31 Ep6 | 3m 7s
Ellar Coltrane on Linklater's focus on time and his effort to make films about real people
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Linklater and Matthew McConaughey on “Dazed and Confused”
S31 Ep6 | 2m 47s
Linklater and Matthew McConaughey talk about "Dazed and Confused."
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Bringing a film to life with “Everybody Wants Some”
S31 Ep6 | 2m 23s
Visit the set of "Everybody Wants Some" and see Linklaters direction and strategy.
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Richard Linklater’s process behind “Everybody Wants Some”
S31 Ep6 | 2m 41s
Take a look behind the scenes of "Everybody Wants Some."
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Glenn Powell talks about Linklater’s creativity and humility
S31 Ep6 | 1m 38s
Glenn Powell describes the autonomy and creativity Linklater gives actors.
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Tyrus – Trailer
S31 Ep7 | 2m 24s
Tyrus Wong's pioneering artwork led to iconic works like Bambi and Rebel Without a Cause.
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Tyrus Wong’s atmospheric work gave “Bambi” its unique style
S31 Ep7 | 1m 10s
Tyrus Wong's lighting and creative use of color gave "Bambi" its impressionistic style.
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Tyrus Wong’s detention as a new immigrant
S31 Ep7 | 57s
As a child, Tyrus Wong was detained at the U.S. border for a month during his immigration.
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Tyrus Wong at the advent of Chinese Modern home decor
S31 Ep7 | 1m 23s
Tyrus Wong's skillful, inspired painting made its way across America through home decor.
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See Tyrus Wong’s work in classic Warner Bros. movies
S31 Ep7 | 1m 8s
After leaving Disney, Tyrus Wong joined Warner Bros., illustrating for thousands of films.
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How Tyrus Wong got the job to animate Bambi
S31 Ep7 | 1m 18s
When a supervisor noticed Tyrus Wong's work, he was asked to paint for the film "Bambi"
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How Tyrus Wong influenced the makers of “The Dam Keeper”
S31 Ep7 | 9m 53s
Robert Kondo and Dice Tsutsumi discuss how Wong influenced them.
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Tyrus Wong revisits Angel Island
S31 Ep7 | 1m 56s
Tyrus Wong revisits Angel Island, where he was held as a child during immigration.
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Edgar Allan Poe: Buried Alive – Trailer
S31 Ep8 | 3m 5s
Discover the real story of the notorious author, starring Denis O’Hare as Edgar Allan Poe.
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Behind the scenes of “Edgar Allan Poe: Buried Alive”
S31 Ep8 | 2m
Actor Denis O'Hare and American Masters Executive Producer Michael Kantor discuss the film
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The fake news behind Edgar Allan Poe’s reputation
S31 Ep8 | 2m 35s
Rufus Griswold, Poe's rival, wrote the obituary that cast him as a lunatic and a madman.
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Experience Poe’s dramatic readings of “The Raven”
S31 Ep8 | 3m 1s
After Poe released "The Raven," he became famous for his dramatic readings of the poem.
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Denis O’Hare brings to life “The Man of the Crowd”
S31 Ep8 | 59s
"There are some secrets which do not permit themselves to be told..."
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The Deaths of the Women in Poe’s Life
S31 Ep8 | 1m 53s
Throughout his life, Edgar Allan Poe lost most of the women he loved.
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Denis O’Hare on Becoming Poe
S31 Ep8 | 1m 39s
Denis O'Hare discusses preparing for the role of Edgar Allan Poe.
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Mash-up: Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Raven”
S31 Ep8 | 8m 13s
Listen to a compilation of Edgar Allan Poe's famous poem "The Raven"
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See inside the mind of a ranting and raving Edgar Allan Poe
S31 Ep8 | 34s
Denis O'Hare embodies the caricature of a nervous, ranting and raving Poe.
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Filmmaker Roger Corman on “The Fall of the House of Usher”
S31 Ep8 | 58s
Roger Corman's success making "The Fall of the House of Usher" led to a "cyle of Poe"
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How Filmmaker Roger Corman brought Poe to the big screen
S31 Ep8 | 45s
Roger Corman discusses some of the challenges he faced in bringing Poe's stories to life.
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Filmmaker Roger Corman’s dream-like world of Edgar Allan Poe
S31 Ep8 | 3m 15s
In adapting Poe's work for cinema, Roger Corman wanted to emphasize the unconscious mind.
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Edgar Allan Poe: The Five Biggest Myths About Poe
S31 Ep8 | 2m 6s
How well do you know Edgar Allan Poe? See if you can separate fact from fiction.
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Garrison Keillor reads Edgar Allan Poe’s “Annabel Lee”
S31 Ep8 | 2m 10s
Author, radio host and American Master Garrison Keillor reads Edgar Allan Poe's "Annabel
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Hear the story of Edgar Allan Poe’s only novel
S31 Ep8 | 2m
Edgar Allan Poe's only novel was not well received and is still debated today.
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This Is Bob Hope… Trailer
S31 Ep9 | 56s
Explore the entertainer’s life with unprecedented access to his personal archives.
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Bob Hope, a model for public service in Hollywood
S31 Ep9 | 2m 50s
Hope's commitment to philanthropy changed Hollywood's view on the responsibility of fame.
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Learn how Bob Hope came up with his iconic standup routines
S31 Ep9 | 1m 4s
Bob Hope's fast-paced and improvisational comedic style was groundbreaking.
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How Bob Hope transformed monologue misfires
S31 Ep9 | 1m 39s
Bob Hope was known for his off-the-cuff comedic style and quick wit.
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Five Reasons Bob Hope is a Comedic Genius
S31 Ep9 | 1m 58s
Get to know Bob Hope in this short video highlighting his incredible career.
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Mike Nichols and “The Graduate”
S30 Ep1 | 1m 17s
Mike Nichols won an Academy Award for directing "The Graduate," his second film.
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Mike Nichols’ Laugh
S30 Ep1 | 47s
Stars of theater and film remember Mike Nichols' famous, uncontrollable laughter.
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Mike Nichols: An American Master – Preview
S30 Ep1 | 39s
The late, great director (The Graduate, Angels in America) discusses his 50-year career.
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Mike Nichols: Interview with Producer Julian Schlossberg
S30 Ep1 | 5m 2s
The producer of Mike Nichols: An American Master describes working with Nichols.
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Meryl Streep Interview: Working with Director Mike Nichols
S30 Ep1 |
Meryl Streep does a funny imitation of Nichols while describing working on films with him.
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B.B. King: The Life of Riley – Trailer
S30 Ep2 | 2m 23s
B.B. King, born Riley B. King, was one of the most celebrated blues musicians of all time.
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B.B. King’s Distinctive Guitar Playing
S30 Ep2 | 1m 33s
One note is all it takes to recognize the great guitar playing of B.B. King.
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B.B. King’s Start in Memphis: WDIA Radio
S30 Ep2 | 1m 19s
B.B. King tells the story of how his jingle got him a radio gig at WDIA in Memphis, TN.
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B.B. King’s Funeral Procession
S30 Ep2 | 6m 11s
See King's funeral procession, from Memphis, TN, to his resting place in Indianola, MS.
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Making B.B. King: The Life of Riley – Director Interview
S30 Ep2 |
Jon Brewer describes how the first documentary on B.B. King came to be.
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The Making of Carole King’s Album “Tapestry”
S30 Ep3 | 2m 24s
How Carole King recorded "Tapestry" with producer Lou Adler and other music legends.
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Carole King: Natural Woman – Trailer
S30 Ep3 | 2m 43s
King tells her story in a new documentary with previously unseen and rare performances.
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Carole King: A Teenage Songwriter in the Music Business
S30 Ep3 | 2m 53s
Carole King began getting paid for her songs when she was 16 years old.
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Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
S30 Ep3 |
Carole King didn't want a musical about her until she read the book by Douglas McGrath.
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Carole King (You Make Me Feel Like A) Natural Woman – Live
S30 Ep3 | 3m 45s
A never-before-seen clip of Carole King singing her song at the piano, recorded in 1982.
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Fats Domino and The Birth of Rock ‘n’ Roll – Preview
S30 Ep4 | 37s
How Fats Domino’s brand of New Orleans rhythm & blues morphed into rock 'n' roll.
![American Masters Image](https://image.pbs.org/video-assets/pbs/american-masters/207196/images/mezzanine_130.jpg.crop.780x439.jpg)
Fats Domino of New Orleans, the Music Mecca
S30 Ep4 | 2m 11s
Fats Domino, born and raised in New Orleans, was surrounded by music.
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Fats Domino Concerts: Riots and Rock n’ Roll
S30 Ep4 | 1m 55s
There were major riots at Domino's concerts in the 1950s, not just because of integration.
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Fats Domino Filmmaker Joe Lauro on Making the Documentary
S30 Ep4 | 8m 11s
The director of Fats Domino and The Birth of Rock ‘n’ Roll shares how the film got made.
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Fats Domino: I’m Ready, Performed with The Byrds, 1971
S30 Ep4 | 2m 59s
An outtake from Fats Domino and The Birth of Rock 'n' Roll: Domino and The Byrds
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Dave Bartholomew, Longtime Collaborator of Fats Domino
S30 Ep4 | 5m 25s
Dave Bartholomew of New Orleans: songwriter, bandleader, producer, trumpeter. Outtake.
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Loretta Lynn: Still a Mountain Girl – Trailer
S30 Ep5 | 2m 47s
"The Queen of Country Music” is still going strong after more than 50 years of music.
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Loretta Lynn and Conway Twitty
S30 Ep5 | 2m 59s
Lynn, Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood talk about Lynn's hit partnership with Twitty.
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Loretta Lynn’s Gowns
S30 Ep5 |
Loretta Lynn's personal designer shows two of her gowns displayed in her museum.
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Loretta Lynn Wrote for Women. Her Song “The Pill.”
S30 Ep5 | 2m 15s
Loretta Lynn, Sissy Spacek and Sheryl Crow on Lynn's work and her song, "The Pill."
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Loretta Lynn: Lyricist and Songwriter
S30 Ep5 | 2m 33s
Sheryl Crow and Jack White talk about Loretta Lynn’s talent as a lyricist and songwriter.
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Why Loretta Lynn Wrote “You Ain’t Woman Enough”
S30 Ep5 | 1m 14s
Loretta Lynn wrote the song after hearing the plight of a young fan worried about a rival.
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Janis: Little Girl Blue – Trailer
S30 Ep6 | 1m 19s
Janis Joplin thrilled audiences and blazed new creative trails before her death at age 27.
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Dick Cavett on Janis Joplin’s Influence
S30 Ep6 | 5m 6s
Dick Cavett describes Janis Joplin’s influence on his show and their relationship.
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Letter Home Reveals Janis’ Greatest Ambition
S30 Ep6 | 54s
Janis' letter home reveals struggles and desires toward the end of her life.
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Merle Keeps You On Your Toes
S30 Ep6 | 3m 12s
Band members of The Strangers talk about performing with Merle Haggard, often unprepared.
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Why Janis Joplin left Big Brother & the Holding Company
S30 Ep6 | 33s
Why Janis Joplin left Big Brother & the Holding Company
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Director Amy Berg Brings Janis Back to Life
S30 Ep6 | 1m 30s
Director Amy Berg talks about bringing Janis Joplin back to life in her documentary.
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Chan Marshall Talks About Voicing Janis Joplin’s Letters
S30 Ep6 | 1m 25s
Chan Marshall Talks About Voicing Janis Joplin's Letters
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Janis Joplin’s former lover: “She set me free”
S30 Ep6 | 1m 11s
Janis Joplin's former lover, David Niehaus, remembers his relationship with Janis.
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P!nk, Melissa Etheridge, Juliette Lewis can relate to Janis
S30 Ep6 | 53s
P!nk, Melissa Etheridge, Juliette Lewis can relate to Janis Joplin.
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How Janis Joplin Made the Hell’s Angels Get Her Groceries
S30 Ep6 | 58s
How Janis Joplin Made the Hell's Angels Get Her Groceries
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The Highwaymen: Friends Till the End – Promo
S30 Ep7 | 2m 32s
The story behind the pioneering outlaw country music supergroup.
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How the Highwaymen Became Family in Montreux
S30 Ep7 | 1m 2s
How the Highwaymen Became Family in Montreux
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How Waylon Jennings Started the Outlaw Movement
S30 Ep7 |
How Waylon Jennings started and defined the outlaw movement in country music.
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The Highwaymen: ‘The Mount Rushmore of Country Music’
S30 Ep7 | 3m 16s
Find out why The Highwaymen were often called "The Mount Rushmore of Country Music."
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Filmmaker Jim Brown: The Highwaymen Had a Message
S30 Ep7 | 47s
Director and producer Jim Brown talks about the making of The Highwaymen documentary.
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The Havoc Behind ‘The Highwayman’ Music Video
S30 Ep7 | 2m 1s
How The Highwayman music video caused a massive havoc at the Glen Canyon Bridge
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How Kris Kristofferson Convinced Cash to Record His Songs
S30 Ep7 | 1m 3s
How did Kris Kristofferson convince Johnny Cash to record his songs?
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Willie Nelson Sings ‘Always On My Mind’ at Nassau Coliseum
S30 Ep7 | 2m 33s
Concert footage of Willie Nelson Sings "Always On My Mind" at Nassau Coliseum in 1990.
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Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You – Trailer
S30 Ep8 | 2m 24s
Trailer for the American Masters film Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You.
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Phil Rosenthal Discusses Norman Lear’s Impact
S30 Ep8 | 1m 9s
Phil Rosenthal discusses the changes brought about by "All In the Family."
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Norman Lear’s “Maude” on Tough Issues
S30 Ep8 | 31s
The groundbreaking show "Maude" addressed women's issues, like abortion, head-on.
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Norman Lear on Network Censorship
S30 Ep8 | 1m 23s
In his prolific career, Norman Lear often found himself arguing with network censors.
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Norman Lear’s Psychiatrist
S30 Ep8 | 1m 51s
A conversation with his psychiatrist helps Norman decide to sell syndication rights.
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Rob Reiner on “All in the Family” Success
S30 Ep8 | 51s
Rob Reiner talks about the series' 8-season run.
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Norman Lear – All in The Family Disclaimer
S30 Ep8 | 57s
Norman Lear's controversial work led to a disclaimer from CBS.
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Norman Lear on the Red Carpet
S30 Ep8 |
Norman Lear at the red carpet premiere of "Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You."
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Norman Lear on Tough Conversations
S30 Ep8 | 28s
Norman Lear's work focused on real people and real conversations.
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Norman Lear and Inspiration from The Jeffersons
S30 Ep8 | 2m 12s
Commentary and discussion on Norman Lear's legacy.
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Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady on Mentorship
S30 Ep8 | 1m 14s
Filmmakers Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady talk about their work as directors and mentors.
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Eero Saarinen: The Architect Who Saw the Future – Trailer
S30 Ep9 | 2m 22s
Explore the life of Finnish-American modernist architectural giant Eero Saarinen
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Eero and Eliel Saarinen Compete for St. Louis
S30 Ep9 | 1m 44s
Both Eliel and his son, Eero, competed to design a new monument in St. Louis, MO.
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Marking Man’s Time on Earth at General Motors
S30 Ep9 |
Eero Saarinen exhibited his architectural vision through his design for General Motors.
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Reconstructing Eero Saarinen’s MIT Chapel
S30 Ep9 | 2m 48s
MIT is renovating their chapel, designed by Eero Saarinen and dedicated in 1955.
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Eero Saarinen’s Design of the MIT Chapel
S30 Ep9 | 2m 12s
In designing the MIT Chapel, Eero Saarinen aimed to capture a basic spiritual environment.
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How Eero Saarinen Imagined the Ingalls Rink at Yale
S30 Ep9 | 1m 53s
Eero Saarinen broke the mold by creating emotionally compelling buildings.
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Aline Louchheim and Eero Saarinen
S30 Ep9 | 2m 18s
Aline Louchheim quickly developed a strong relationship with Eero Saarinen.
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Eero Saarinen and Aline Louchheim’s Shared Ambition
S30 Ep9 | 2m
Eero's relationship with Aline Louchheim and their shared professional ambition bloomed.
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Eero Saarinen’s Design of the CBS Building in New York City
S30 Ep9 | 1m 34s
The CBS Building, or Black Rock, is an imposing 38-story building of black marble.
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Eero Saarinen’s Revolutionary Design of the Dulles Airport
S30 Ep9 | 2m 47s
In designing the Dulles International Airport, Eero Saarinen re-imagined a jet-age world.
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Eliel and Eero Saarinen’s Work on First Christian Church
S30 Ep9 | 1m 2s
The First Christian Church in Columbus, IN, was designed by both Eliel and Eero Saarinen.
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Conquering gravity with Saarinen at the TWA Flight Center
S30 Ep9 | 2m 46s
At the TWA flight center, Saarinen tried to "express the drama and excitement of travel."
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Eero Saarinen: The Architect Who Saw the Future ~ Making the
S30 Ep9 | 10m 4s
Director Peter Rosen and Director of Photography, ASC, Eric Saarinen, discuss their film.
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Ricky Jay: Deceptive Practice – Trailer
S29 Ep1 | 2m 20s
The inimitable magician and his mysterious world of sleight-of-hand artists and conjurers.
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Sleight of Hand and Three-Card Monte with Ricky Jay
S29 Ep1 | 2m 23s
Ricky Jay demonstrates the three-card monte trick in his one-man show.
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Filmmaker Molly Bernstein on Ricky Jay: Deceptive Practice
S29 Ep1 | 4m 26s
The filmmaker's fascination with Ricky Jay led to a film more than a decade in the making.
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Ricky Jay on His Mentor: Charlie Miller
S29 Ep1 | 1m 32s
Jay describes working with Miller "as close to pure joy as anything that I can imagine."
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Ricky Jay on Ways of Learning: Books and Teachers
S29 Ep1 | 53s
Though he collects magic books, Jay says the key to learning is from a respected teacher.
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Ricky Jay Remembers Mentor Dai Vernon
S29 Ep1 | 3m 41s
Ricky Jay recalls the man he considers one of the greatest sleight-of-hand artists.
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Ricky Jay and Art Spiegelman in Conversation
S29 Ep1 | 51m 4s
Art Spiegelman and Ricky Jay in conversation at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles.
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August Wilson: The Ground on Which I Stand
S29 Ep2 | 2m 41s
The first documentary about the Tony- and Pulitzer-winning playwright August Wilson.
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Monologue from “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” by August Wilson
S29 Ep2 | 47s
"White folks don’t understand about the blues," says Ma Rainey in August Wilson's play.
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Scene from “Fences,” a Pulitzer Prize-Winning Play
S29 Ep2 | 1m 2s
August Wilson's "Fences" won a Pulitzer Prize and four Tony Awards in 1987.
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Phylicia Rashad Performs “Gem of the Ocean” Aunt Ester Scene
S29 Ep2 | 2m 23s
Rashad performs a scene from August Wilson's play "Gem of the Ocean," as Aunt Ester.
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Ruben Santiago-Hudson’s Skills for “Seven Guitars” Role
S29 Ep2 | 54s
The actor learned how to play harmonica for his Tony Award-winning role in Seven Guitars.
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August Wilson’s Youth
S29 Ep2 | 1m 24s
August Wilson describes his love of language and the racism he experienced at school.
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August Wilson in Seattle
S29 Ep2 | 1m 57s
August Wilson moved to Seattle in 1990 and lived there for the rest of his life.
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August Wilson: The Ground on Which I Stand, Panel Discussion
S29 Ep2 | 33m 31s
Director Sam Pollard moderates a panel at Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture.
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Actor James Earl Jones on August Wilson’s Plays
S29 Ep2 |
James Earl Jones won a Tony Award in 1987 for his role in August Wilson's "Fences."
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Filmmaker Sam Pollard on His August Wilson Documentary
S29 Ep2 | 2m 29s
Director Sam Pollard talks about Wilson's relevance, interviewing actors and more.
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Costume Designs for August Wilson Plays
S29 Ep2 | 3m 15s
Constanza Romero shares how she designed costumes for August Wilson's plays.
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August Wilson on the Dialogue in His Plays
S29 Ep2 | 1m 38s
August Wilson describes how dialogue comes to him and guides his character development.
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The Essential Ingredients for an August Wilson Play
S29 Ep2 | 35s
Ruben Santiago-Hudson shares the essential ingredients for any August Wilson play.
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August Wilson’s Timeless Work
S29 Ep2 | 35s
Ruben Santiago-Hudson shares why Wilson's work is so timeless and universal.
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August Wilson and African American Culture
S29 Ep2 | 20s
Ruben Santiago-Hudson describe August Wilson's work for the African American community
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Jascha Heifetz: God’s Fiddler Preview
S29 Ep3 | 36s
Discover the violin virtuoso through Itzhak Perlman, students and archival performances.
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Jascha Heifetz: Passion in His Playing
S29 Ep3 | 2m 51s
One can hear the passion in Heifetz' violin playing, even if his stance was impassive.
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Jascha Heifetz Tests Itzhak Perlman’s Skills
S29 Ep3 | 2m 25s
Itzhak Perlman recalls his first encounter with Jascha Heifetz as a teenage student.
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Jascha Heifetz: Patriotic Service During World War II
S29 Ep3 | 2m 8s
Violinist Jascha Heifetz toured military bases for the USO during World War II.
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Filmmaker Peter Rosen on Key Assets of Jascha Heifetz Film
S29 Ep3 | 5m 34s
Rosen describes key assets that allowed him to make the film and tell a new story.
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Jascha Heifetz Lives the Good Life
S29 Ep3 | 58s
"After I came to America, my one aim, it seems, was to enjoy myself," said the violinist.
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Jascha Heifetz Concerts for 1923 Japan Earthquake Victims
S29 Ep3 | 1m 23s
In 1923, Heifetz gave concerts for Japanese quake victims, and to raise money for them.
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Jascha Heifetz: Estrellita Encore Song
S29 Ep3 | 1m 18s
Jascha Heifetz arranged a popular Mexican song to include in his Mexico City concert.
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American Ballet Theatre: A History
S29 Ep4 | 3m 31s
Ric Burns’ documentary on the rich, 75-year history of the preeminent ballet company.
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The Choreographers of American Ballet Theatre
S29 Ep4 | 2m 1s
The company was unique since its founding for not being devoted to one choreographer.
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The Language of Ballet: French and Fit for a King
S29 Ep4 | 2m 41s
The language of the ballet is in French; it all began in France with King Louis XIV.
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Dancer Julie Kent on Beauty and Humanity
S29 Ep4 | 1m 58s
Julie Kent of American Ballet Theatre speaks about beauty and humanity in dance.
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How Ballet Dancers Partner and Rehearse
S29 Ep4 |
American Ballet Theatre dancers Gillian Murphy and Marcelo Gomes talk about partnering.
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American Ballet Theatre in the Rehearsal Studio
S29 Ep4 | 2m 17s
Artistic Director Kevin McKenzie guides dancers Julie Kent and Ethan Stiefel in a duet.
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Misty Copeland, American Ballet Theatre Soloist
S29 Ep4 | 1m 16s
Misty Copeland joined American Ballet Theatre in 2001.
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Seeking Perfection in Ballet
S29 Ep4 | 2m 55s
Daniil Simkin of American Ballet Theatre and former dancer Susan Jaffe address perfection.
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Ric Burns: Filmmaker Interview on American Ballet Theatre
S29 Ep4 | 10m 3s
Director Ric Burns describes the art and technology of capturing dance on film.
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Harper Lee – Preview
S29 Ep5 | 1m 49s
An updated version of Mary McDonagh Murphy’s 2012 film in time for Harper Lee's new book.
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James McBride on To Kill a Mockingbird
S29 Ep5 | 3m 29s
McBride reflects on Harper Lee's subtle activism and the role of writers in civil rights
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Mark Childress on To Kill a Mockingbird
S29 Ep5 | 2m 37s
Childress explains how the character Scout had a radical viewpoint in the segregated south
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Richard Russo on To Kill a Mockingbird
S29 Ep5 | 3m 34s
The Pulitzer Prize winning author discusses the impact of Harper Lee's characters
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Wally Lamb on To Kill a Mockingbird
S29 Ep5 | 3m 4s
The acclaimed author discusses To Kill a Mockingbird as an agent of radical change
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Harper Lee: From Mockingbird to Watchman
S29 Ep5 | 13m
In an American Masters exclusive, Murphy reports on meeting with Lee on June 30, 2015.
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Harper Lee Live Q&A: Joy Brown and Mary McDonagh Murphy
S29 Ep5 | 30m 11s
Questions about Harper Lee, her history and her new novel are answered in a live Q&A.
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Althea – Preview
S29 Ep6 | 2m 24s
The story of Althea Gibson, queen of the highly segregated tennis world in the 1950s.
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Althea: Race in the Sport of Tennis
S29 Ep6 | 1m 21s
Althea Gibson wasn't concerned with representing her race, she just wanted to play.
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Althea Gibson at the West Side Tennis Club in Forest Hills
S29 Ep6 | 1m 49s
Home movies of Althea Gibson practicing at the esteemed club in New York City.
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Filmmaker Interview with Rex Miller: Making “Althea”
S29 Ep6 | 2m 45s
A photo Althea Gibson with his mother was the film director's original inspiration.
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Pedro E. Guerrero: A Photographer’s Journey – Preview
S29 Ep7 | 3m 7s
The story of Pedro E. Guerrero (9/5/17 - 9/13/12), a Mexican American photographer.
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Filmmaker Interview on Photographer Pedro E. Guerrero
S29 Ep7 | 5m 30s
Raymond Telles and Yvan Iturriaga co-directed and co-produced a film on the photographer.
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Pedro E. Guerrero Photo Campaign
S29 Ep7 | 30s
Share your photos of architecture, design and sculpture with #PedroPBS on Instagram.
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Alexander Calder: Works Photographed by Pedro E. Guerrero
S29 Ep7 | 2m 19s
Guerrero photographed Calder's works at his home, his studios, and around the world.
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Pedro E. Guerrero’s Photographs Help Architect See a Problem
S29 Ep7 | 1m 20s
Guerrero's photographs allowed architect Frank Lloyd Wright to see a flaw in a design.
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Pedro E. Guerrero’s Photographs of a Connecticut Church
S29 Ep7 | 1m 20s
Pedro E. Guerrero documented The United Church of Rowayton, designed by Joseph Salerno.
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Photographer Pedro E. Guerrero, Master of Interior Lighting
S29 Ep7 | 2m 25s
Guerrero rose above challenges to make his interior lighting look natural.
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Photography Work in the Mad Men Era – Pedro E. Guerrero
S29 Ep7 | 1m 58s
Photographer Pedro E. Guerrero talks about his magazine work in the 1950s and 60s.
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Photographer Pedro E. Guerrero and Sculptor Louise Nevelson
S29 Ep7 | 2m 33s
Pedro E. Guerrero describes his work with Louise Nevelson, a sculptor based in New York.
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Pedro E. Guerrero’s Frank Lloyd Wright Photographs
S29 Ep7 | 2m 26s
Pedro E. Guerrero's photos taken with a 4x5 large format camera show texture and depth.
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Photography Inspired by Pedro E. Guerrero
S29 Ep7 | 6m 14s
View the photos and workshops inspired by "Pedro E. Guerrero: A Photographer’s Journey."
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The Women’s List – Trailer
S29 Ep9 | 1m 37s
Meet 15 women who define contemporary American culture in Greenfield-Sanders’ new film.
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Rosie Perez: Roles for Women of Color, Over 40
S29 Ep9 | 1m 4s
Rosie Perez, an Oscar-nominated actress, questions the roles offered to women of color.
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Fashion Designer Betsey Johnson on Inspiration and Deadlines
S29 Ep9 | 1m 18s
Betsey Johnson is an award-winning fashion designer known for whimsical, feminine designs.
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Comedian Margaret Cho on Her Parents
S29 Ep9 | 2m 18s
Margaret Cho is an American stand-up comedian known for social and political critiques.
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Filmmaker Timothy Greenfield-Sanders: The Women’s List
S29 Ep9 | 3m 53s
The "List" films of the photographer-filmmaker are his "portraits come to life."
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Laurie Anderson: On Identity and Her God Complex
S29 Ep9 | 1m 28s
"I am a New Yorker one, I’m an artist two, I’m a woman three,” says Laurie Anderson.
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Fran Drescher on Lucille Ball
S29 Ep9 | 1m 28s
Fran Drescher talks about how the character of Lucy resonated with women across America.
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Trailer: Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For Love
S28 Ep1 | 2m 35s
The awards the composer and conductor won in his career are matched by admiration for him.
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Marvin Hamlisch: Genius at Work
S28 Ep1 | 7m 20s
Luminaries of music and entertainment speak to the genius of Marvin Hamlisch.
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Marvin Hamlisch, a Mensch
S28 Ep1 | 10m 4s
The great composer offered his concern, time and problem-solving skills to all.
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Pianist Kevin Cole Performs Marvin Medley
S28 Ep1 | 6m 48s
Cole performs melody of Hamlisch songs in tribute to the great composer.
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Marvin Hamlisch, The Performer
S28 Ep1 | 1m 20s
The composer Marvin Hamlisch was an entertaining performer with a great sense of humor.
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Marvin’s Parents
S28 Ep1 | 1m 34s
A look at composer Marvin Hamlisch's parents, Max and Lilly Hamlisch.
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Concert Pianist vs. Pop Composer
S28 Ep1 | 2m 9s
Marvin Hamlisch seemed destined to become a classical pianist, but he had other ideas.
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Leaving Hollywood for Broadway
S28 Ep1 | 1m 15s
Marvin Hamlisch had won three Academy Awards but wanted to work on Broadway shows.
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“I Want to Be Cole Porter”
S28 Ep1 | 50s
Though classically trained, young Hamlisch knew he was destined for something different.
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Marvin Hamlisch: Sweet Smell of Success
S28 Ep1 | 1m 47s
Hear music from the Broadway show "Sweet Smell of Success" and see the marked score.
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Writing “The Way We Were”
S28 Ep1 | 1m 20s
Hamlisch reveals what inspired the opening notes to "The Way We Were."
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Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For Love – Preview
S28 Ep1 | 30s
Premieres Friday, December 27, 2013 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.
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Marvin Hamlisch and The Yankees
S28 Ep1 | 1m 43s
Baseball was a priority for Marvin Hamlisch, a native New Yorker.
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Salinger – Preview
S28 Ep2 | 34s
The first film to get beyond "The Catcher in the Rye" writer’s meticulously built wall.
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Salinger – Trailer
S28 Ep2 | 2m 28s
Watch the trailer to "Salinger," the director's cut airing January 21, 2014.
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Alice Walker: Beauty in Truth – Trailer
S28 Ep3 | 1m 50s
Alice Walker, winner of a Pulitzer Prize for Literature, is a writer and activist.
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Alice Walker: Beauty in Truth – Preview
S28 Ep3 | 30s
Premieres Friday, February 7, 2014 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings
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Alice Walker Reads from The Color Purple
S28 Ep3 | 1m 15s
Alice Walker reads from what she calls "the God section" of her novel "The Color Purple."
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Alice Walker Shines Light on Zora Neale Hurston
S28 Ep3 | 2m 29s
Alice Walker shines light on writer and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston.
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Going to College on a Segregated Bus
S28 Ep3 | 1m 26s
Alice Walker recalls the poignant parting from her father as she left for Spelman College.
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Howard Zinn on Alice Walker, His Former Student
S28 Ep3 | 47s
Howard Zinn compares his former student, Alice Walker, to Zora Neale Hurston.
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Gloria Steinem on Alice Walker, Her Friend
S28 Ep3 | 44s
"It's not possible to separate Alice from her work," says writer Gloria Steinem.
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Danny Glover on Alice Walker’s Activism
S28 Ep3 | 55s
Actor Danny Glover speaks about Alice Walker's work in the context of activism.
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Alice Walker: What’s in a Name
S28 Ep3 | 55s
Alice Walker talks about her great-great-great-great-grandmother's journey.
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A Fierce Green Fire – Trailer
S28 Ep4 | 2m 30s
Witness the battle for a living planet in this exploration of the environmental movement.
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Love Canal: Children and Toxic Waste
S28 Ep4 | 1m 3s
Love Canal residents rallied to protect their children from an underground waste site.
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When the Sierra Club Saved the Grand Canyon
S28 Ep4 | 3m 17s
The battle in the media between the Sierra Club and the IRS helped save the Grand Canyon.
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A Dangerous Whale Rescue Mission by Greenpeace
S28 Ep4 | 2m 48s
See archival footage as Greenpeace co-founders remember the first whale rescue mission.
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The Workers Who Saved the Amazon Rainforest
S28 Ep4 | 2m
The fate of the Amazon rainforest turned on an unlikely environmental hero: Chico Mendes.
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Are You an Environmentalist?
S28 Ep4 | 2m 12s
Two environmentalists talk about the breadth of the environmental movement.
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When Environmental Justice Meets Human Rights
S28 Ep4 | 1m 56s
Environmental justice is a movement to fight environmental racism.
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Women in the Environmental Movement
S28 Ep4 | 2m 13s
A web exclusive video on Indian and Kenyan women in the environmental movement.
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A Fierce Green Fire – Preview
S28 Ep4 | 31s
Premieres Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.
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Plimpton! Starring George Plimpton as Himself – Trailer
S28 Ep5 | 2m 8s
Journalist George Plimpton was a writer, Paris Review editor, amateur sportsman and more.
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George Plimpton’s Famous April Fool’s Day Joke
S28 Ep5 | 3m 11s
Plimpton's assistant was tasked with keeping his Sports Illustrated hoax going.
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Peter Matthiessen Interview About The Paris Review
S28 Ep5 | 1m 28s
Peter Matthiessen (May 22, 1927 – April 5, 2014) co-founded The Paris Review in 1953.
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Filmmakers’ Interview: Making a Film on George Plimpton
S28 Ep5 | 9m 32s
Luke Poling and Tom Bean talk about collaborative documentary filmmaking.
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George Plimpton at the Helm of The Paris Review
S28 Ep5 | 2m 38s
Plimpton shaped the prestigious literary magazine with the flair of a kindly ringmaster.
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George Plimpton: Making a Success out of Failure
S28 Ep5 | 3m 11s
Journalist George Plimpton did not show early promise when he failed at Exeter Academy.
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Robert F. Kennedy: Friend and Admirer of George Plimpton
S28 Ep5 | 1m 55s
In this excerpt, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recalls his father's admiration for Plimpton.
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Plimpton! Starring George Plimpton as Himself – Preview
S28 Ep5 | 31s
Premieres Friday, May 16, 2014 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.
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Ric Burns on George Plimpton’s Death
S28 Ep5 | 2m 10s
Documentary filmmaker Ric Burns describes the surprise of George Plimpton's death.
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Plimpton Gives Writer Jay McInerney His Debut
S28 Ep5 | 2m 17s
Plimpton published McInerney's first story ever in The Paris Review in 1982.
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Tanaquil Le Clercq: Afternoon of a Faun – Trailer
S28 Ep6 | 2m 21s
The ballerina's career, struggle with polio, and influence on great choreographers.
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Tanaquil Le Clercq, the Ideal Balanchine Dancer
S28 Ep6 | 1m 7s
Le Clercq was one of Balanchine's muses and her body and style became an ideal in ballet.
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Tanaquil Le Clercq in Jerome Robbins’ Afternoon of a Faun
S28 Ep6 | 1m 35s
Watch an excerpt of Le Clercq and partner performing Jerome Robbin's love pas de deux.
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Western Symphony: One of Tanaquil Le Clercq’s Last Dances
S28 Ep6 | 56s
Watch a clip of Le Clercq in Western Symphony, one of the last ballets she performed in.
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Polio and Iron Lungs in the 1950s. Le Clercq’s Illness.
S28 Ep6 | 1m 42s
An iron lung allowed Tanaquil Le Clercq to breathe after she contracted polio in 1956.
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Respect for People with Disabilities: Humor and Comebacks
S28 Ep6 | 1m 15s
An outtake from American Masters - Tanaquil Le Clercq: Afternoon of a Faun.
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Dorothea Lange: Grab a Hunk of Lightning – Preview
S28 Ep7 | 3m 31s
The life, passions and uncompromising vision of the woman behind the camera.
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Dorothea Lange’s Museum of Modern Art Retrospective
S28 Ep7 | 1m 51s
In 1965 Lange and the MoMA curator of photography prepared for her one-woman exhibition.
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Lange’s Eye on The Great Depression and Sharecropping
S28 Ep7 | 2m 53s
Lange documented those struggling with the Great Depression and sharecropping system.
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Dorothea Lange’s Portrait Studio in San Francisco
S28 Ep7 | 1m 45s
In 1919 at the age of 24, Dorothea Lange opened her own portrait studio in San Francisco.
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The Dust Bowl: Documenting the First Migrants to California
S28 Ep7 | 2m 41s
Dorothea Lange and her husband were the first to document Dust Bowl migrants.
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Lange’s Photos of the Internment of Japanese-Americans
S28 Ep7 |
Dorothea Lange was hired to document the internment process during World War II.
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Web Exclusive: Japanese-American Internees Today
S28 Ep7 | 4m 46s
A photo exhibit in 2012 featured former internees photographed by Dorothea Lange in 1942.
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The Boomer List – Trailer
S28 Ep8 | 1m 35s
The baby boomer generation (1946-1964) has significantly and uniquely changed our world.
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The Powerful Memory of Music
S28 Ep8 |
Serving in Vietnam and music of the era are inextricably linked for author Tim O'Brien.
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Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work – Preview
S28 Ep9 | 37s
A year-long ride with Joan Rivers in her 76th year -- at home, in the clubs and on stage.
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Bing Crosby Rediscovered
S28 Ep10 | 1m 56s
For more than three decades, Crosby reigned through radio, film, television and records.
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Bing Crosby’s Style of Singing
S28 Ep10 | 1m 56s
Michael Feinstein and Tony Bennett explain Crosby's intimate style of singing.
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Bing Crosby’s Charity and “Take Care of” List
S28 Ep10 | 1m 48s
Bing Crosby used his fame and wealth to help friends, acquaintances and strangers.
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Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, and Dean Martin Sing Together
S28 Ep10 | 2m 53s
America's most famous crooners have a swell time singing a number from Guys and Dolls.
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Filmmaker Interview: Bing Crosby Rediscovered
S28 Ep10 | 3m 29s
Director Robert Trachtenberg speaks about his new Bing Crosby documentary.
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The Road Films: Bing Crosby and Bob Hope
S28 Ep10 | 1m 46s
When Crosby's film career was at a crossroads, he found the perfect partner in Bob Hope.
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Bing Crosby and David Bowie Christmas Duet
S28 Ep10 | 1m 50s
The story behind "The Little Drummer Boy/Peace on Earth," sung by Crosby and Bowie.
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Crosby Family Remembers Bing
S28 Ep10 | 1m 30s
Bing Crosby's family reflects on his life as a performer and family man.
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Bing Crosby, An All-Purpose Singer
S28 Ep10 | 40s
Bing Crosby recorded thousands of songs during the height of his career.
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Bing Crosby Performs “The Second Time Around”
S28 Ep10 | 2m 54s
A web exclusive of Bing Crosby singing the song on his television special in 1961.
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Web Exclusive: Bing Crosby Roasts Film Director Raoul Walsh
S28 Ep10 | 1m 36s
Bing roasted Hollywood director Raoul Walsh after "Going Hollywood" wrapped in 1933.
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Bing Crosby’s Innovations in Technology
S28 Ep10 | 4m 44s
In addition to talent, Crosby's savvy use of technology helped make him a multimedia star.
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Bing Crosby and Maurice Chevalier Duet
S28 Ep10 | 3m 20s
Legends Bing Crosby and Frenchman Maurice Chevalier sing "I'm Glad I'm Not Young Anymore."
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Bing Crosby, Maurice Chevalier and Carol Lawrence Perform
S28 Ep10 | 4m 44s
Bing Crosby, Maurice Chevalier and Carol Lawrence sing "Riding High."
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Bing Crosby Sings with the Crosby Boys
S28 Ep10 | 1m 49s
Bing Crosby and songs sing the spiritual "Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho."
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American Masters 2014 Season Trailer
33s
Premieres include Salinger, the series' 200th episode, and Alice Walker: Beauty in Truth.
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American Masters: 1980s Highlights
2m 33s
George Gershwin, Aretha Franklin and James Baldwin were featured during the early years.
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American Masters: 1990s Highlights
1m 12s
Richard Avedon, Leonard Bernstein, and two famous filmmakers were profiled in the 1990s.
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American Masters: 2000-2013 Highlights
3m 13s
Judy Garland, I.M. Pei, Edward S. Curtis, and Jimi Hendrix are among the diverse talents.
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The Making of American Masters with Creator Susan Lacy
10m
The creator of American Masters talks about its concept and the making of several films.
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Sister Rosetta Tharpe: Mick Csaky on making the film
S27 Ep1 | 11m 52s
Director Mick Csaky on making “The Godmother of Rock & Roll.”
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Trailer: The Godmother of Rock & Roll
S27 Ep1 | 1m 36s
Discover the life, music and influence of Sister Rosetta Tharpe
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Sister Rosetta Tharpe: Didn’t it Rain (Live 1964)
S27 Ep1 | 3m 7s
'Didn't it Rain' performed live in 1964 by Sister Rosetta Tharpe.
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Sister Rosetta Tharpe – Preview
S27 Ep1 | 30s
Premieres Friday, February 22, 2013 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.
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Philip Roth: Unmasked
S27 Ep2 | 30s
Pulitzer Prize- and National Book Award-winning novelist Philip Roth tells his story.
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Mel Brooks: The 2000 Year Old Man Revisited
S27 Ep3 | 44s
Carl Reiner remembers how the 2000 Year Old Man all got started.
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Mel Brooks: Do You Want To Know How ‘The Critic’ Came About?
S27 Ep3 | 1m 32s
Mel Brooks remembers his Oscar winning short, "The Critic".
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Mel Brooks: Walking out on Hitler
S27 Ep3 | 47s
Not everybody gets Mel Brooks. Don't worry, he'll take it personally.
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Mel Brooks: Melon Balls Mean Money
S27 Ep3 | 1m 21s
Mel Brooks remembers growing up poor and exotic fruit cocktails.
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Mel Brooks: The Difference Between Comedy & Tragedy Is…
S27 Ep3 | 57s
The logic here is, as long as it isn't happening to Mel Brooks, it's funny.
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Mel Brooks: The Insane & The Bizarre
S27 Ep3 | 20s
Mel Brooks is here to find the insane and the bizarre in the commonplace.
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Mel Brooks: Mel Brooks’ Debut
S27 Ep3 | 1m
Mel Brooks ad-libbed his first stage appearance. The crowd loved it. The director did not.
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American Master Mel Brooks on Friend and Mentor Sid Caesar
S27 Ep3 | 1m 35s
Mel Brooks talks about Caesar’s genius for comedy in this film excerpt.
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Dick Van Patten Interview
S27 Ep3 | 2m 29s
Dick Van Patten (1928 - 2015) talks about the first time he met Mel Brooks.
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Bernadette Peters Talks about Mel Brooks
S27 Ep3 | 2m 43s
Bernadette Peters talks about meeting Mel Brooks.
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Mel Brooks on Gene Wilder
S27 Ep3 |
“Everything Gene did for me as a film artist was angelic and supreme.”
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Women’s Sports Foundation
S27 Ep4 | 1m 4s
Ilana Kloss and Valerie Jarrett discuss Billie Jean King's Women's Sports Foundation.
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Billie Jean King: Bobby Riggs vs. Billie Jean King
S27 Ep4 | 42s
Bobby Riggs vs. Billie Jean King and The Battle of the Sexes.
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Venus Williams on Women in Tennis
S27 Ep4 | 1m 14s
Venus Williams talks about the trailblazers who forged the way making her tennis career po
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Teaser for Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train A Comin’
S27 Ep5 | 1m 15s
Archival performance footage and interview with Hendrix and musicians on his showmanship.
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Preview of Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train A Comin’
S27 Ep5 | 2m 4s
Archival performance footage and interviews with Hendrix and musicians on his showmanship.
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Jimi Hendrix – Preview
S27 Ep5 | 30s
Premieres Tuesday, October 5, 2013 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.
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Phil Ochs: There But for Fortune
S26 Ep1 | 2m 11s
Premiering nationally Monday, January 23 at 10 pm (check local listings)
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Interview with Christopher Hitchens
S26 Ep1 | 5m 51s
American Masters presents selections from one of Hitchens' last filmed interviews
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Cab Calloway: Sketches
S26 Ep2 | 30s
This new documentary premieres nationally Monday, February 27 (check local listings)
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Interview with Kenneth Bowser
S26 Ep2 | 3m 8s
Watch an interview with Kenneth Bowser, director of Phil Ochs: But There for Fortune
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Cab Calloway’s Straight Hair
S26 Ep2 | 1m 49s
Musicians and cultural historians discuss how Cab's hair played into his celebrity
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Cab Calloway vs. Dizzy Gillespie
S26 Ep2 | 2m 29s
Writers and critics discuss the long-time rivalry between Cab and Dizzy
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Chris Calloway Brooks Discuss His Grandfather
S26 Ep2 | 3m 42s
Musician Chris Calloway Brooks discusses the music of Cab Calloway
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The Blues Brothers Band Remembers Cab Calloway
S26 Ep2 | 2m 22s
The Blues Brothers Band tells a story about meeting Cab Calloway in an elevator
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Steve Brodner sketches Cab Calloway Part 1
S26 Ep3 | 2m 36s
Watch Steve Brodner create a sketch of Cab to "Everbody Eats When They Come To My House"
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Steve Brodner sketches Cab Calloway Part 2
S26 Ep3 | 4m 23s
Stever Brodner creates a sketch of Cab to "Minnie The Moocher" with a surprise at the end
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Margaret Mitchell: American Rebel
S26 Ep3 | 1m 31s
Premieres nationally Monday, April 2 at 9 p.m. (ET) on PBS (check local listings)
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Is Gone With The Wind Literature?
S26 Ep3 | 3m 40s
Scholars and devoted readers of Margaret Mitchell's classic novel have been argue
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Margaret Mitchell’s Pulitzer Prize Night
S26 Ep3 | 3m 25s
Mitchell received news of the prize by phone and hid from the press
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Maybelle Stephens Mitchell, Southern Suffragist
S26 Ep3 | 3m 1s
The most important person in Margaret Mitchell's life was her mother Maybelle
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Pat Conroy: My Mother and Gone With The Wind
S26 Ep3 | 4m 31s
Pat Conroy tells a poignant story of listening to his mother read Gone With the Wind
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The Atlanta Race Riot 1906
S26 Ep3 | 3m
Margaret Mitchell was profoundly influenced by a violent race riot
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The Grand Premiere
S26 Ep3 | 4m 50s
An unprecedented crowd turned out for opening night of Gone With the Wind in Atlanta
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Interview with Pamela Roberts
S26 Ep3 | 3m 36s
The director of Margaret Mitchell: American Rebel talks about her creative process
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Trailer: Inventing David Geffen
S26 Ep7 | 35s
Inventing David Geffen, premieres nationally on Tuesday, November 20, 2012, on PBS.
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Inventing David Geffen: Focus Focus Focus
S26 Ep7 | 3m 48s
Inventing David Geffen, premieres nationally on Tuesday, November 20, 2012, on PBS.
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Inventing David Geffen: David Geffen Doesn’t Pay Shipping
S26 Ep7 | 6m 8s
Inventing David Geffen, premieres nationally on Tuesday, November 20, 2012, on PBS.
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Inventing David Geffen: David Geffen In Three Words
S26 Ep7 | 5m 45s
Inventing David Geffen, premieres nationally on Tuesday, November 20, 2012, on PBS.
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Inventing David Geffen: ‘I’m in love with Cher!’
S26 Ep7 | 1m 12s
Inventing David Geffen, premieres nationally on Tuesday, November 20, 2012, on PBS.
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Inventing David Geffen: Free Man In Paris
S26 Ep7 | 2m 42s
Inventing David Geffen, premieres nationally on Tuesday, November 20, on PBS
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Inventing David Geffen: Mother
S26 Ep7 | 2m 9s
Inventing David Geffen, premieres nationally on Tuesday, November 20, on PBS
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Trailer: Joffrey: Mavericks of American Dance
S26 Ep8 | 2m 21s
JOFFREY: MAVERICKS OF AMERICAN DANCE premieres Friday, Dec. 28, 2012 on PBS.
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Joffrey: The Green Table Rehearsal (1967)
S26 Ep8 | 25m 57s
Joffrey: Mavericks of American Dance premieres Friday, December 28, 2012 on PBS
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Joffrey: Film Excerpt – Astarte
S26 Ep8 | 5m 16s
Joffrey: Mavericks of American Dance premieres Friday, December 28, 2012 on PBS
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Joffrey: Film Excerpt – Parade
S26 Ep8 | 4m 7s
Joffrey: Mavericks of American Dance premieres Friday, December 28, 2012 on PBS
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Joffrey: Mavericks of American Dance – Preview
S26 Ep8 | 30s
Premieres Friday, December 28, 2012 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.
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Peabody win for ‘Eames: The Architect & the Painter’
2m 40s
American Masters wins a Peabody for 'Charles & Ray Eames: The Architect & the Painter.'
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Preview Excerpt from “Jeff Bridges: The Dude Abides”
S25 Ep1 | 3m 15s
The 90-minute film airs nationally Wednesday, January 12 at 8 p.m. (check local listings)
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Interview: Jeff Bridges “The Dude Abides”
S25 Ep1 | 2m 15s
How much of "The Dude" is still in Jeff Bridges?
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Jeff Bridges Answers a Question From Facebook
S25 Ep1 | 41s
Web Exclusive Video: Jeff Bridges answers questions from PBS's Facebook fans.
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Jeff Bridges: The Dude Abides – Outtakes: Jeff Walks…
S25 Ep1 | 52s
Jeff Bridges walking through the maze
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Jeff Bridges: The Dude Abides – Outtakes: With John Goodwin
S25 Ep1 | 4m 15s
Jeff Bridges with childhood friend John Goodwin
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Jeff Bridges: The Dude Abides – Outtakes: Jeff Painting
S25 Ep1 | 1m 31s
Jeff Bridges paints on plexiglass
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Jeff Bridges: The Dude Abides – Outtakes: Little League
S25 Ep1 | 1m 53s
Jeff Bridges and the Little League
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Troubadours: Carole King / James Taylor & The Rise of the…
S25 Ep2 | 2m 48s
Preview of Troubadours: Carole King/James Taylor & The Rise of the Singer-Songwriter
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Steve Martin on the Trains of Santa Monica
S25 Ep2 | 1m 3s
Martin recalls how this historic railroad line worked into his act at the Troubadour
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Kris Kristofferson and Country Music at the Troubadour
S25 Ep2 | 2m 40s
Artists reflect on how the Troubadour launched careers in both country and rock
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Linda Ronstadt and Women in Country Rock
S25 Ep2 | 1m 13s
Bonnie Raitt and other artists discuss the rise of women in country rock at the Troubadour
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Interview with filmmaker Morgan Neville
S25 Ep2 | 3m 13s
Learn about Troubadours: Carole King / James Taylor & The Rise of the Singer-Songwriter
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Life at the Troubadour
S25 Ep2 | 7m
Musicians and former staff recall the energy and community that surrounded the club
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Troubadours – Preview
S25 Ep2 | 30s
Airs Friday, December 30, 2011 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.
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John Muir in the New World
S25 Ep3 | 2m 53s
Explore the life and legacy of America's first environmentalist and Sierra Club's founder
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Interview with John Muir Filmmaker Catherine Tatge
S25 Ep3 | 5m 43s
Catherine Tatge, creator of John Muir in the New World, discusses the filmmaking process
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John Muir Outtakes: The Alaskan Expedition
S25 Ep3 | 4m 8s
Hear stories from one of John Muir's expeditions in Alaska in these outtakes from the film
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James Levine Conducts Simon Boccanegra
S25 Ep4 | 5m 19s
View a dress rehearsal with Placido Domingo in a clip from James Levine: America's Maestro
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Layla Claire Rehearses with James Levine
S25 Ep4 | 2m 33s
Watch a young artist rehearse with Levine in a clip from James Levine: America's Maestro.
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James Levine Conducts Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5
S25 Ep4 | 3m 55s
Levine conducts the the Met Opera Orchestra's first rehearsal in Carnegie Hall
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James Levine: America’s Maestro – Preview
S25 Ep4 | 30s
Airs Wednesday, June 1, 2011, 8:00-9:00 p.m. ET/PT
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James Levine Conducts The Bartered Bride
S25 Ep4 | 4m 52s
See the Lindemann Young Artists program in an outtake from James Levine: America's Maestro
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James Levine Instructs Ed Parks on his Figaro
S25 Ep4 | 4m 25s
Watch Levine conduct a class with Ed Parks from the Lindemann Young Artists program
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Levine on Conducting
S25 Ep4 | 1m 41s
In this clip, James Levine explains his unique approach to conducting the orchestra
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Levine on his Childhood
S25 Ep4 | 2m 35s
In this clip, James Levine recalls his childhood and how it shaped him as a musician
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Pearl Jam Twenty
S25 Ep5 | 3m
Cameron Crowe's intimate new film creates a definitive portrait of the seminal band
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Bill T. Jones: A Good Man
S25 Ep6 | 2m 55s
Follow the intense creative journey of celebrated director/choreographer Bill T. Jones
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Interview with Bill T. Jones
S25 Ep6 | 1m 30s
Bill T. Jones discusses his perspective on on being documented for A Good Man
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Blowing in the Wind
S25 Ep6 | 55s
In this outtake from Bill T. Jones: A Good Man, the crew deals with an outdoor venue
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Collaborations in the Dance Company
S25 Ep6 | 3m 20s
Creative Director Bjorn Amelan explains the Company's collaborative process
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Creating the Costumes
S25 Ep6 | 2m 4s
In this outtake from Bill T. Jones: A Good Man, the costume designer prepares wardrobe
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Problems with Columns
S25 Ep6 | 1m 6s
In this outtake from Bill T. Jones: A Good Man, the crew experiences an unexpected problem
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Bill T. Jones: Interview with the Filmmakers
S25 Ep6 | 10m 42s
Co-directors Bob Hercules and Gordon Quinn discuss making the documentary
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Bill T. Jones: The Cutting Room Floor
S25 Ep6 | 5m 54s
Watch how the directors of Bill T. Jones: A Good Man chose which scenes to include
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Jamyl’s Jump
S25 Ep6 | 2m 29s
In an outtake from Bill T. Jones: A Good Man, an actor adapts to a dance setting
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Woody Allen: A Documentary
S25 Ep7 | 2m 19s
Robert Weide's two-part documentary features unprecedented access
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Charles & Ray Eames: The Architect and the Painter
S25 Ep9 | 2m 17s
Premieres nationally Monday, December 19 from 10-11:30 p.m. on PBS (check local listings)
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Eames Outtakes: Cranbrook
S25 Ep9 | 1m 3s
Discover how The Cranbrook Academy's approach to learning influenced Charles and Ray Eames
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Eames Outtakes: Having Fun
S25 Ep9 | 2m 39s
Ray Eames struggles to describe activities that give her more joy than their projects
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Eames Outtakes: L.A. Unrestrained
S25 Ep9 | 3m 8s
In archival footage, watch Charles Eames describe the aesthetic of Los Angeles
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Eames Outtakes: Pilgrimage
S25 Ep9 | 1m 41s
See how the Eames House has become an icon of California cool
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Eames Outtakes: Ray Driving
S25 Ep9 | 1m 52s
Ray Eames' love of beauty inadvertantly made her a terrifying driver
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Eames Outtakes: Scripts
S25 Ep9 | 2m 51s
Art historian Judith Wechsler describes what Charles Eames taught her about filmmaking
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Interview with Jason Cohn and Bill Jersey
S25 Ep9 | 5m 51s
See an interview with the directors of Charles & Ray Eames: The Architect and the Painter
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I.M. Pei Creating The Suzhou Museum Garden
S24 Ep2 | 6m 15s
Watch Pei problem-solve to create a modern garden with traditional Chinese sensibilities
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I.M. Pei Discusses The Hong Kong Bank of China Building
S24 Ep2 | 2m 49s
Pei discusses the challenges he faced building a late modernist building in China
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I.M. Pei Discusses The Louvre Pyramid
S24 Ep2 | 2m 15s
Pei explains the factors involved when introducing modern design to a classic institution
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I.M. Pei: Building Interview
S24 Ep2 | 30s
I.M. Pei was invited to design a museum to house the antiquities of his native Suzhou.
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John Densmore
S24 Ep3 | 2m 18s
The band's drummer talks about When You're Strange, a film about The Doors
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Robby Krieger
S24 Ep3 | 2m 48s
(Content Advisory: Drug references) The Doors key songwriter and guitarist discusses song.
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The Doors ~ About The Film
S24 Ep3 | 30s
Drummer John Densmore, guitarist Robby Krieger, keyboardist Ray Manzarek and Jim Morrison.
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Merle Haggard: Learning to Live with Myself – Preview
S24 Ep4 | 30s
Premiering July 21, 2010, American Masters pays tribute to a country music patriarch
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Filmmaker of Merle Haggard: Learning to Live With Myself
S24 Ep4 | 4m 49s
Gandulf Hennig explains his film making process and shares anecdotes.
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Deleted Scenes and Extras from
S24 Ep4 | 19m 17s
Watch footage from the cutting room floor for Merle Haggard: Learning to Live With Myself
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Memories of Cachao
S24 Ep5 | 9m 59s
Gloria Estefen, Andy Garcia, and John Santos tell their favorite stories about Cachao
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A Letter To Elia – Preview
S24 Ep6 | 20s
Scorsese's portrait of Elia Kazan premieres Monday, October 4, 2010 at 9 p.m. (ET)
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A Letter to Elia – Preview
S24 Ep6 | 30s
Airs Friday, July 12, 2013 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.
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Elton John describes John Lennon’s final performance
S24 Ep7 | 1m 40s
Elton John speaks about a performance he gave with John Lennon at Madison Square Garden.
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LENNONYC – Promo
S24 Ep7 | 36s
An intimate look at the time Lennon, Yoko Ono and their son, Sean, spent living in NYC.
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Genius Within: The Inner Life of Glenn Gould Preview
S24 Ep8 | 34s
The film exploring the man and the message of his music airs Monday, December 27, 2010.
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Kevin Bazzana and the Notes of Glenn Gould
S24 Ep8 | 2m 42s
Music historian Kevin Bazzana discusses Gould's depth of character
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Lorne Tulk & Glenn Gould’s Chair
S24 Ep8 | 2m 52s
Hear a story about Glenn Gould's attachment to the chairs he sat in while recording
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Ray Roberts & Mementos of Glenn Gould
S24 Ep8 | 3m 36s
One of Gould's oldest friends shares stories and photographs about the musical genius
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GLASS: A Portrait of Philip in Twelve Parts
S23 Ep2 | 30s
Unprecedented access to Philip Glass' working process.
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Hollywood Chinese ~ Introduction
S23 Ep3 | 32s
From the sexed-up Suzie Wong to the kung fu fighting Bruce Lee; Chinese through Hollywood.
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Outtakes, Louisa May Alcott: The Woman Behind ‘Little Women’
S23 Ep8 | 13m 58s
Louisa May Alcott's reputation as a spinster masked a literary double life.
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Pete Seeger: The Power of Song – Preview
S22 Ep1 | 30s
Airs Friday, August 26, 2011 at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.
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Interview with the Filmmaker: Sam Pollard
S22 Ep3 | 5m 13s
Sam Pollard discusses why he wanted to share Marvin Gaye's story.
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Scene from The Brothers Warner
S22 Ep4 |
Harry Warners granddaughter talks to people on Hollywood Boulevard.
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Cass Warner on the Streets!
S22 Ep4 | 6m 8s
Bonus interviews from YOU MUST REMEMBER THIS: THE WARNER BROTHERS STORY.
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José Clemente Orozco: Man of Fire
S21 Ep7 | 40s
Mexican muralist José Clemente Orozco led a life filled with drama, adversity & triumph.
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The spark that ignited Orozco’s interest in art making
S21 Ep7 | 1m 25s
A young José Clemente Orozco was influenced by artist José Guadalupe Posada.
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Orozco’s paintings were destroyed by U.S. customs agents
S21 Ep7 | 1m 19s
José Clemente Orozco left Mexico to seek artistic freedom in the United States.
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The history behind one of Orozco’s most iconic paintings
S21 Ep7 | 1m 50s
“Hidalgo and National Independence" showcases Orozco's artistic intensity.
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Carol Burnett: A Woman of Character Preview
S21 Ep9 | 30s
Salute the entertainer who was a one-woman army of comedic characters: Carol Burnett.
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Woody Guthrie: Ain’t Got No Home – Preview
S20 Ep3 | 30s
Hear the story of Guthrie’s creative energy, personal imperfections and family tragedy.
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The “Black Sitting” session with Marilyn Monroe
S20 Ep4 | 1m 16s
How Milton Greene photographed Marilyn Monroe (voiced by Greene's first wife, Amy Greene).
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The influence Marilyn Monroe had on many generations
S20 Ep4 | 1m 3s
Sam Shaw's name isn't well known, but his photographs of Marilyn Monroe are.
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Marilyn Monroe’s most iconic photograph in blowing dress
S20 Ep4 | 2m 1s
George Zimbel's photographs: Joe Dimaggio walking out on Marilyn Monroe.
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Marilyn Monroe’s identity according to Norman Mailer
S20 Ep4 | 27s
Norman Mailer, author of 'Marilyn: A Biography,' reads an excerpt on identity.
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Marilyn Monroe’s relationship with Arthur Miller
S20 Ep4 | 44s
Marilyn Monroe's relationship with playwright Arthur Miller in photos.
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Marilyn Monroe’s nude photograph by Leif-Erik Nygards
S20 Ep4 | 1m 20s
Leif-Erik Nygards' one photograph of Marilyn Monroe.
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The many images of Marilyn Monroe’s “Ballerina” session
S20 Ep4 | 2m 5s
A silent short of Marilyn Monroe's 'Ballerina' outtakes. (Photos by Milton Greene.)
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The silent process of developing a photo of Marilyn Monroe
S20 Ep4 | 53s
A silent short, developing a Marilyn Monroe photograph. (Photo by Roy Schatt.)
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Why Marilyn Monroe was “made for a camera”
S20 Ep4 | 1m 4s
Marilyn Monroe still surrounds us: store windows, building sides, restaurants, art.
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Marilyn Monroe: Still Life – Preview
S20 Ep4 | 30s
Airs Thursday, August 9, 2012 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.
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Bob Dylan: No Direction Home
S19 Ep7 | 35s
Explore musician Bob Dylan's evolution from folk troubadour to iconic rock star.
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Judy Garland: By Myself – Preview
S18 Ep4 | 30s
Watch as Judy Garland gets center stage all to herself.
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Alice Waters shares her Inspiring Woman: Michelle Obama
S17 Ep4 | 29s
Alice Waters shares her Inspiring Woman: Michelle Obama.
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Clark Terry on Touring the South with All-Black Band
S16 Ep4 | 1m 17s
Trumpeter Clark Terry (1920 - 2015) describes the difficulties of touring the South.
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Clark Terry on Count Basie’s Space and Time in Jazz
S16 Ep4 | 3m 25s
Clark Terry talks about Count Basie's sense of space and time.
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Nina Bernstein and June Norton on Ella Fitzgerald
S14 Ep3 | 47s
Filmmaker Charlotte Zwerin interviews Nina Bernstein and June Norton
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Rock and Roll Heart: Lou Reed
S12 Ep4 | 30s
Rock and Roll Heart: Lou Reed premiered in 1998 on American Masters.
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James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket
S4 Ep4 | 1m 57s
An encore of James Baldwin: The Price of the Ticket (original broadcast August 14, 1989)
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James Baldwin: Civil Rights Highlights
S4 Ep4 | 3m 23s
Features highlights of Baldwin's deep involvement in the Civil Rights Movement.
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James Baldwin: Writer, Teacher, Preacher
S4 Ep4 | 54s
Words were Baldwin's greatest gift to America and to people of all races.
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How Charlie “YardBird” Parker got his nickname
S4 Ep5 | 1m 51s
The story of how Charlie Parker's nickname "Yardbird" came to be.
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The time Charlie Parker rode a horse down 52nd Street
S4 Ep5 | 56s
Charlie Parker's former partner Chan recalls the time he rode a horse down her street.
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This TV ad shows how bebop wasn’t taken seriously
S4 Ep5 | 1m
Bebop changed American music but wasn't taken seriously for much of Charlie Parker's life.
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50 Years of Aretha Franklin’s “Respect”
S3 Ep4 | 2m 26s
Celebrating 50 years of Aretha Franklin's "Respect."
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In Their Own Words Trailer
2m 27s
Trailer for In Their Own Words, the American Masters digital archive project.
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Dar Williams on Joan Baez
1m 31s
Dar Williams recalls a conversation with Joan Baez about the Vietnam War.
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Gloria Naylor on the American Dream
1m 9s
We remember novelist Gloria Naylor, who died September 28, 2016, at the age of 66.
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American Masters Launches “Inspiring Woman”
30s
Join us in celebrating the powerful, creative and innovative women in our lives.
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The Inspiring Woman behind Lackawanna Blues’ Nanny
41s
Ruben Santiago-Hudson took a moment to share a story for #InspiringWomanPBS
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Learn how Rosanne Cash’s grandmother inspired her
1m 18s
Rosanne Cash shares how her grandmothers endurance and optimism inspires her to this day.
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Remembering Don Rickles: Riffs
1m 18s
The legendary insult comic pokes fun at close friend Bob Newhart.
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Remembering Jerry Lewis
1m 59s
Jerry Lewis discusses what his father, an vaudeville entertainer, taught him.
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Dick Gregory and Jack Paar’s Couch
3m 25s
Dick Gregory was the first Black comedian on “The Tonight Show with Jack Paar."
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Inspiring Woman | Your Stories: Josephine Rubio Flores
30s
Because of [my grandmother's] constant encouragement, we have lived the American dream.
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Inspiring Woman | Your Stories: Ngun Moy Hum
30s
She was afraid of no man, and she roared wherever she went.
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Dick Gregory and the Chicago Playboy Club
7m 29s
The late Dick Gregory recalls when he was booked at the Chicago Playboy Club.
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Inspiring Woman Web Series: Trailer
1m 27s
Six innovators explain how they’re changing their respective industries.
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Tracy Clayton, BuzzFeed Podcast Host: Another Round
6m 30s
Tracy Clayton is co-host of BuzzFeed’s award-winning podcast Another Round.
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Inspiring Woman Premiere Event & Panel Discussion
36m 10s
Watch a panel discussion with three women featured in "Inspiring Woman."
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Angie Mar, Owner & Head Chef: The Beatrice Inn
5m 26s
Angie Mar talks about her work as owner and executive chef at The Beatrice Inn.
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Carmen de Lavallade shares why we need the arts
1m 13s
Carmen de Lavallade speaks on the importance of protecting the arts.
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Learn about the women who inspired Denis O’Hare growing up
2m 18s
Growing up, Denis O'Hare was surrounded and inspired by musicians.
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Carmen de Lavallade’s Inspiring Women
6m 11s
Carmen de Lavallade tells the story of her cousin, ballet dancer Janet Collins.
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Sara Chipps, JavaScript Developer: CEO of Jewelbots
6m 9s
Sara Chipps developed technology-enabled jewelry to bring more girls into STEM fields.
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Inspiring Woman: Political Strategist Ana Navarro
1m
Learn about the woman who pushed Ana Navarro to be the person she is today.
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Molly Soda, Digital Performance Artist
5m 36s
Digital artist Molly Soda explores boundaries of reality, performance and physical space.
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Rakia Reynolds, Founder & CEO: Skai Blue Media
5m 4s
Rakia Reynolds talks about breaking through as an entrepreneur and embracing her identity.
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Tatyana Fazlalizadeh, Visual Artist
5m 55s
The creator of "Stop Telling Women to Smile" shares the source of her inspiration.
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Brooke Pepion Swaney on working with actress Lily Gladstone
3m 50s
Director Brooke Pepion Swaney on working with Lily Gladstone before her rise to stardom.
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Love, Jamie
1m 21s
Jamie Diaz is a trans woman and artist who has spent nearly 30 years in a men's prison in Texas.
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Against All Odds: Meet the Woman Behind American Masters
5m 29s
Susan Lacy, creator of American Masters, reflects on the beginnings of the series.
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Toni Morrison In Memoriam
26m 44s
American Masters mourns the loss of the Nobel Prize-winning author Toni Morrison.
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Stream never-before-seen interviews from our 34-year archive
54s
Extended interviews with Maya Angelou, Patti Smith, Mel Brooks, Carol Burnett and more.
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American Masters 2022 sneak peek
31s
Discover insightful profiles of important figures in America's artistic and cultural life.
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In The Making: Season 2
1m 18s
7 cultural icons on their journeys to becoming masters of their artistic disciplines.
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Thought Leaders: A series on innovative American thinkers
38s
A series of documentaries spotlighting key figures in American politics, law and music.
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American Masters Shorts: Season 1
1m 35s
Explore new documentary shorts about artists who defy the odds to create remarkable work.
Upcoming Schedule
Mon 07/22
12:00 PM
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KVIE World 6.3
American Masters
Jerry Brown: The Disrupter
The political and personal journey of California Gov. Jerry Brown, the longest serving governor in California history, and his work on issues including climate change and inequality.
Tue 07/23
12:00 PM
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KVIE World 6.3
American Masters
The Incomparable Mr. Buckley
The intellectual evolution and political legacy of American conservative writer and political commentator William F. Buckley Jr.
Wed 07/24
12:00 PM
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KVIE World 6.3
American Masters
Floyd Abrams: Speaking Freely
The 50-year career of First Amendment attorney Floyd Abrams, whose landmark cases include the Pentagon Papers and Citizens United.
Thu 07/25
12:00 PM
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KVIE World 6.3
American Masters
Moynihan
The life of long-serving Sen. Daniel Patrick Moynihan (D-N.Y.), considered to have one of the broadest public careers in U.S. political history.
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