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“The Hillbilly Shakespeare” (1945 – 1953)
Meet the country stars of post-war America, including the Hillbilly Shakespeare.
“The Hillbilly Shakespeare” (1945 – 1953)
September 17, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
September 17, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
September 17, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
Nashville transforms into Music City as America falls for singing cowboys and Texas Swing.
“Hard Times” (1933 – 1945)
So-called “hillbilly music” reaches new listeners and launches its first stars’ careers.
“The Rub” (Beginnings – 1933)
Raúl Juliá: The World’s a Stage
Explore a versatile Puerto Rican actor whose work on stage & screen shook the world.
Raúl Juliá: The World’s a Stage
Condoleezza Rice joins Firing Line to discuss the breakdown of Taliban negotiations.
Condoleezza Rice
Washington Week full episode for Sept. 13, 2019
Recapping the September Democratic debate.
Washington Week full episode for Sept. 13, 2019
The David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations
David Rubenstein interviews Brian Roberts.
The David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations
Brian Roberts
Animal Babies: First Year on Earth
Join the babies as they venture away from their mothers and out on their own.
Animal Babies: First Year on Earth
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“The Sons and Daughters of America” (1964 – 1968)
New country artists like Loretta Lynn and Charley Pride reflect a changing America.
“The Sons and Daughters of America” (1964 – 1968)
"Will the Circle Be Unbroken?” (1968 – 1972)
Learn what draws artists like Bob Dylan to Nashville as the Vietnam War rages.
"Will the Circle Be Unbroken?” (1968 – 1972)
“Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way?” (1973 – 1983)
Witness a vibrant era in country music, thanks to mainstream crossovers and a new sound.
“Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way?” (1973 – 1983)
“Don’t Get Above Your Raisin’” (1984 – 1996)
Country music works to stay true to its roots as the genre skyrockets to new heights.
“Don’t Get Above Your Raisin’” (1984 – 1996)
Empire of the Air: The Men Who Made Radio
Against the backdrop of radio’s “Golden Age,” Empire of the Air tells the history of radio
Empire of the Air: The Men Who Made Radio
They came to hear the concert of their lives, but experienced something far more profound.
Woodstock
The rocky planets have similar origins, but only 1 supports life. Was it always this way?
The Planets: Inner Worlds
Beyond icy worlds of Uranus and Neptune, Pluto dazzles with its mysterious ocean.
The Planets: Ice Worlds
WEDU Videos
Preview of Autism: Breakthrough to Hope, a WEDU PBS Town Hal
Tune in to WEDU PBS as we host a community town hall on autism.
Preview of Autism: Breakthrough to Hope, a WEDU PBS Town Hal
April 2017: Maestro Anton Coppola
Opera Tampa welcomes back the legendary Maestro Anton Coppola for his 100th birthday.
April 2017: Maestro Anton Coppola
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So-called “hillbilly music” reaches new listeners and launches its first stars’ careers.
“The Rub” (Beginnings – 1933)
Nashville transforms into Music City as America falls for singing cowboys and Texas Swing.
“Hard Times” (1933 – 1945)
Shields and Brooks on Democratic debate, Bolton’s departure
Shields and Brooks on Democratic debate, Bolton’s departure
Shields and Brooks on Democratic debate, Bolton’s departure
Country Music: Live at the Ryman Concert
Join a lineup of celebrated artists for a concert celebrating the film by Ken Burns.
Country Music: Live at the Ryman Concert
Raúl Juliá: The World’s a Stage
Explore a versatile Puerto Rican actor whose work on stage & screen shook the world.
Raúl Juliá: The World’s a Stage
September 12, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
September 12, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
September 12, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
“The Hillbilly Shakespeare” (1945 – 1953)
Meet the country stars of post-war America, including the Hillbilly Shakespeare.
“The Hillbilly Shakespeare” (1945 – 1953)
September 13, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
September 13, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
September 13, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
Poldark, the final season, starring Aidan Turner, comes to MASTERPIECE on PBS this fall.