In Their Own Words
Explore the lives and impact of the most transformative figures in modern history.
Pope Francis
S2 Ep1 | 52m 59s
See the experiences that led Pope Francis to the highest office in the Catholic church.
Chuck Berry
S2 Ep2 | 52m 20s
Meet the legend, music, and man who is regularly credited as the father of rock and roll.
Princess Diana
S2 Ep3 | 54m 5s
Explore how Princess Diana evolved into one of the most impactful icons of our time.
Queen Elizabeth II
S1 Ep1 | 54m 40s
Explore Queen Elizabeth II’s remarkable life, from childhood through her six-decade reign.
Muhammad Ali
S1 Ep2 | 54m 40s
Explore boxer Muhammad Ali’s rise from Louisville boxing to international fame.
Episode 1 Preview | Pope Francis
S2 Ep1 | 30s
See the experiences that led Pope Francis to the highest office in the Catholic church.
Call to Faith
S2 Ep1 | 3m 20s
During confession, a young Jorge Bergoglio realizes his call to religious service.
Addressing An Epidemic of Abuse
S2 Ep1 | 3m 51s
See Pope Francis' response to the Church's cover up of priests who abused children.
Episode 2 Preview | Chuck Berry
S2 Ep2 | 30s
Meet the legend, music, and man who is regularly credited as the father of rock and roll.
Chuck Berry and Johnnie Johnson
S2 Ep2 | 4m 2s
See how Chuck Berry first started out playing gigs with legendary pianist Johnnie Johnson.
Economic Exploitation in the Industry
S2 Ep2 | 4m 37s
Chuck Berry takes on the music industry's economic exploitation of Black artists.
Road to Redemption
S2 Ep2 | 3m 53s
Chuck Berry and Keith Richards partner up for the documentary "Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll."
Episode 3 Preview | Princess Diana
S2 Ep3 | 30s
Explore how Princess Diana evolved into one of the most impactful icons of our time.
A Fairytale Wedding: Diana and Charles
S2 Ep3 | 4m 42s
The engagement of Prince Charles and the relatively unknown Lady Diana shocks the world.
Growing Tensions in the Marriage
S2 Ep3 | 4m 41s
Princess Diana finds her stride on the Australian tour, much to Prince Charles' dismay.
Bringing Attention to AIDS
S2 Ep3 | 2m 59s
Princess Diana uses her platform to bring attention to the AIDS epidemic.
The Release of Princess Diana’s Book
S2 Ep3 | 5m 2s
Diana's battle with her eating disorder is made public; Charles and Diana divorce.
Tragedy in Paris
S2 Ep3 | 4m 55s
The news of Princess Diana's tragic death leaves the whole world in mourning.
Episode 4 Preview | Jimmy Carter
S2 Ep4 | 30s
Get a revealing new look at the life of former President Jimmy Carter.
Childhood in the South
S2 Ep4 | 2m 57s
Jimmy comes of age in the U.S. South during an era inflicted by segregation.
Faith in Redemption
S2 Ep4 | 4m 54s
As Georgia's governor, Carter shocks supporters with progressive policies.
The Beginning of the End
S2 Ep4 | 4m 27s
See how the Iranian Hostage Crisis damaged Carter’s administration.
Episode 5 Preview | Elon Musk
S2 Ep5 | 30s
Elon Musk's story is about a thrilling 21st century "Iron Man" come alive.
Episode 6 Preview | Angela Merkel
S2 Ep6 | 30s
Angela Merkel’s life story reveals the woman behind the veil.
Coming of Age During WWII
S1 Ep1 | 3m 6s
See how Princess Elizabeth came of age during WWII while London underwent bombardment.
The King Is Dead — Long Live the Queen!
S1 Ep1 | 3m 7s
Upon the death of her father, King George VI, 25-year old Elizabeth II takes the throne.
The Queen & Her Commonwealth of Nations
S1 Ep1 | 2m 56s
In the first years of her reign, Queen Elizabeth cultivates the Commonwealth of Nations.
Episode 1 Preview | Queen Elizabeth II
S1 Ep1 | 29s
Follow Queen Elizabeth II’s remarkable life from youth through her 60-year reign.
Episode 2 Preview | Muhammad Ali
S1 Ep2 | 29s
Follow boxer Muhammad Ali’s rise from a gym in Louisville to international fame.
Polarizing Social and Religious Views
S1 Ep2 | 3m 4s
Explore Muhammad Ali's polarizing views on religion and racial integration in 1965.
The Making of Cassius Clay
S1 Ep2 | 3m 5s
See Clay’s career begin with his first victories and the rise of his bold public persona.
The Legendary Boxing Comeback Begins
S1 Ep2 | 3m 24s
After a 3-year exile for refusing the draft, Muhammad Ali’s epic boxing comeback begins.
Episode 3 Preview | Jim Henson
S1 Ep3 | 29s
Follow Henson’s career from his early television work to his sudden death.
Childhood & TV Dreams
S1 Ep3 | 3m 25s
Examine Jim Henson's childhood in rural Mississippi and the birth of his TV dreams.
Shocking and Sudden Death
S1 Ep3 | 3m 39s
Those closest to Jim Henson recount the events leading up to his shocking, sudden death.
Jim Henson | A Unique Creative Collaboration with Frank Oz
S1 Ep3 |
Explore the early years of the creative partnership of Jim Henson and puppeteer Frank Oz.
Upcoming Schedule
Fri 12/6
1:00 PM
In Their Own Words
Queen Elizabeth II
Queen Elizabeth II's life, from her youth to her father's coronation as King George VI, her sudden ascension to the throne and her 60-plus-year reign as queen.
Fri 12/6
2:00 PM
In Their Own Words
Pope Francis
Jorge Bergoglio, Pope Francis, becomes the first pope from the Americas, the first non-European and first Jesuit priest to hold the highest office in the Catholic Church.
Fri 12/13
1:00 PM
In Their Own Words
Chuck Berry
Exploring the life of guitarist Chuck Berry and how his blend of "hillbilly" music and R&B helped create the popular music that became rock 'n' roll.
Fri 12/13
2:00 PM
In Their Own Words
Princess Diana
The story of Princess Diana's life, including her heartaches and triumphs.
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