Inundation District
In a time of rising seas, one city spent billions of dollars erecting a new waterfront district - on landfill, at sea level. Unlike other places imperiled by climate change, this community with some of the world’s largest companies was built well after scientists began warning of the threats. The city called its new neighborhood the Innovation District. Others are calling it INUNDATION DISTRICT.
Episodes
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Inundation District
S8 E14 - 1h 18m
In a time of rising seas, one city spent billions of dollars erecting a new waterfront district - on landfill, at sea level. Unlike other places imperiled by climate change, this community with some of the world’s largest companies was built well after scientists began warning of the threats. The city called its new neighborhood the Innovation District. Others are calling it INUNDATION DISTRICT.
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Segregation Scholarships
S8 E13 - 25m 49s
The untold story of Black Americans in pursuit of higher education in the North when Southern graduate schools were white-only. The academics, who left during the Great Migration, returned to the Jim Crow South to strengthen their communities and to help end segregation. SEGREGATION SCHOLARSHIPS highlights the trailblazers while illustrating the role of education in transforming social conditions.
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Silence in Sikeston
S8 E12 - 55m 19s
The story of how the 1942 lynching of Cleo Wright - and the subsequent failure of the first federal attempt to prosecute a lynching - continues to haunt the small city of Sikeston, Missouri. Then, in 2020, the community is faced with the police killing of a young Black father. The film SILENCE IN SIKESTON explores the necessary questions about history, trauma, silence and resilience over 78 years.
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American Problems, Trans Solutions
S8 E11 - 25m 17s
In the U.S., Black trans people are among the most marginalized of marginalized Americans. Award-winning journalist Imara Jones shares the stories of trans leaders Kayla Gore, Breonna McCree, and Oluchi Omeoga who, despite the record-breaking number of anti-trans bills passed in 2023, are addressing critical issues surrounding economic empowerment and human dignity with heart and vision.
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Public Enemies, Private Friends
S8 E10 - 1h 28m
On December 30, 1994, a man entered two abortion clinics in Brookline, MA. By day's end, two women were dead, five wounded, and a community was left mourning. Thus began a clandestine dialogue between leaders of the pro-choice and pro-life movements and the beginning of the most unlikely friendship.
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Chinatown Auxiliary
S8 E9 - 27m 4s
For decades, Chinese residents have patrolled Manhattan's Chinatown as NYPD volunteer police to protect the few blocks they call home while finding belonging in a foreign, unwelcoming country. From the savage tribulation in the '70s to “Asian Hate” during the pandemic, these stories remind us of the hope the U.S. represented to the tired, the poor, and the huddled masses yearning to belong.
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Fire Tender
S8 E7 - 27m 41s
Yurok people have been putting fire on the land since time immemorial...but this practice has been disrupted by California settlers. Catastrophic fires in the West, however, has policymakers rethinking their commitment to fire suppression. FIRE TENDER shares the work of Margo Robbins, a Yurok knowledge keeper, seeking to return practices to Yurok territory, and to restore the land and its people.
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Minnesota's Alt-Meat Revolution
S8 E6 - 25m 23s
As the demand for plant-based alternatives to meat grows, so does the demand for new methods of farming and food production. In Dawson, MN, “alt-meat” is not new - soybean processing dates back to the '50s. Now, PURIS, one of the largest manufacturers of pea protein, has moved in to revolutionize the agricultural system. What impact will it have on the town's residents and surrounding communities?
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HBCU Week: Tradition and Competition
S8 E5 - 16m 57s
HBCU Week: TRADITION AND COMPETITION dives into HBCU football culture. Witness the rivalry of Hampton & Howard, a testament to tradition and spirit, and appreciate the intensity of an NC A&T vs. NC Central game, a match steeped in proximity and pride. The episode showcases the blend of camaraderie and competition that defines HBCU sports, highlighting their impact on African American communities.
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HBCU Week: Beyond the Field
S8 E4 - 26m 3s
HBCU Week: BEYOND THE FIELD takes you inside the heart of HBCUs. Experience the CIAA in Maryland, a cornerstone of Black athletics history, and feel the electrifying atmosphere of Louisiana's Bayou Classic - an annual showdown between Grambling State and Southern University. The episode offers a unique look beyond sports, highlighting the culture, history, and community spirit that define HBCUs.
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FIRSTHAND: Segregation
S8 E3 - 24m 33s
In Chicago, segregation has a profound impact. From disparities in housing, education and healthcare to economic inequality, FIRSTHAND: SEGREGATION illustrates the high cost of division, not just in dollars, but in lives lost and unrealized potential. Through stories, witness the power of individuals to effect positive change as residents strive for a more integrated and equitable community.
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In the Bubble with Jaime
S8 E2 - 39m 23s
In South Carolina, African American candidate Jaime Harrison faces incumbent Lindsey Graham for U.S. Senate. As COVID-19 disrupts, Harrison confronts not only the pandemic but deep-rooted racial prejudice. But, in a state with a significant African American population, his campaign against Graham becomes a symbol of hope in a time of crisis, intertwining politics, and race and health challenges.
Extras + Features
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Public Enemies, Private Friends | Preview
S8 E10 - 30s
On December 30, 1994, a man entered two abortion clinics in Brookline, MA. By day's end, two women were dead, five wounded, and a community was left mourning. Thus began a clandestine dialogue between leaders of the pro-choice and pro-life movements and the beginning of the most unlikely friendship.
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Chinatown Auxiliary | Protecting the Community
S8 E9 - 47s
The auxiliary police of New York City's Chinatown is made up of Chinese seniors who volunteer their time to patrol the neighborhood. Auxiliary Chiu shares his own story as to why he joined and the need for him and his fellow members to keep connecting with the community - to protect and serve the Asian and Asian American residents from hate, especially in the time of the pandemic.
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Chinatown Auxiliary | Preview
S8 E9 - 30s
For decades, Chinese residents have patrolled Manhattan's Chinatown as NYPD volunteer police to protect the few blocks they call home while finding belonging in a foreign, unwelcoming country. From the savage tribulation in the '70s to “Asian Hate” during the pandemic, these stories remind us of the hope the U.S. represented to the tired, the poor, and the huddled masses yearning to belong.
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Chinatown Auxiliary | Running from War
S8 E9 - 41s
David, a member of the NYPD volunteer police in Manhattan's Chinatown, shares the story of his father's escape from China and immigration to the United States. His father endured war and advised his son to do as he did. But he questions whether America is safe for him in a time of hate.
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Chinatown Auxiliary | New York City's Chinatown
S8 E9 - 1m
In New York City's Chinatown, senior residents have weathered change in their Manhattan neighborhood. These immigrants, and members of the auxiliary police, have seen waves of crime and prosperity over the years that put them and their fellow neighbors at risk. But police presence during that time also caused unease as they did not have a relationship of trust with law enforcement.
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Chinatown Auxiliary | Trailer
S8 E9 - 1m 14s
For decades, Chinese residents have patrolled Manhattan's Chinatown as NYPD volunteer police to protect the few blocks they call home while finding belonging in a foreign, unwelcoming country. From the savage tribulation in the '70s to “Asian Hate” during the pandemic, these stories remind us of the hope the U.S. represented to the tired, the poor, and the huddled masses yearning to belong.
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Against the Current: Life on the Eastern Shore | Preview
S8 E8 - 30s
AGAINST THE CURRENT provides a powerful look at how residents of Virginia’s Eastern Shore, like many coastal towns, are subject to rising sea waters and the challenges it has on their lives and livelihood. Through resilience and perseverance, they learn to co-exist and celebrate their rural home. How can this community shed light on conversations happening around these issues of climate change?
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Against the Current: Life on the Eastern Shore | Oysters
S8 E8 - 59s
Kellen Singleton is passionate about oysters. The aquafarmer, who works in the waters of Virginia's Eastern Shore, talks about why he loves what he does and the magic of the oysters that he harvests. But the waters are warming which will affect both wildlife and human life as migration isn't always an option.
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Against the Current: Life on the Eastern Shore | Barrier Islands
S8 E8 - 50s
The barrier islands of Virginia's Eastern Shore are more than just places to visit - they have helped create the dynamic environments of land and water around them. But with rising sea levels, the islands are vulnerable to the tides that are reshaping them and the community nearby.
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Against the Current: Life on the Eastern Shore | Trailer
S8 E8 - 1m
AGAINST THE CURRENT provides a powerful look at how residents of Virginia’s Eastern Shore, like many coastal towns, are subject to rising sea waters and the challenges it has on their lives and livelihood. Through resilience and perseverance, they learn to co-exist and celebrate their rural home. How can this community shed light on conversations happening around these issues of climate change?
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Against the Current: Life on the Eastern Shore | Organic Farming
S8 E8 - 58s
Thelonius Cook, who owns and manages an organic farm on Virginia's Eastern Shore, talks about the challenges of farming with climate change affecting agriculture. Cook shares how water in the form of heavy rains, run off and flooding has destroyed his crops, and why this may be the future.
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Fire Tender | Restorative Fire
S8 E7 - 1m 44s
In the U.S., fire is seen as destructive. But for Native tribes like the Yurok, it is essential to life. Margo Robbins explains how reclaiming fire and bringing it back to the land is a method of fire suppression known as controlled burning and also reignites the growth of plants that are used to create everyday items like baskets.
Schedule
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Fire Tender
Monday
Dec 9
30 Minutes
Margo Robbins, a Yurok knowledge keeper, seeks to return practices to Yurok territory and restore the land and its people. -
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Local, USA
Fire Tender
Tuesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Margo Robbins, a Yurok knowledge keeper, seeks to return practices to Yurok territory and restore the land and its people. -
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Local, USA
Fire Tender
Tuesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Margo Robbins, a Yurok knowledge keeper, seeks to return practices to Yurok territory and restore the land and its people. -
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Local, USA
UNVEILED: Joyce Tenneson and the Heroine's Journey
Thursday
Dec 12
1 Hour
Photographer Joyce Tenneson struggles to navigate diverging roles as mother and artist, expressing her voice while dealing with the fallout of a 45-year-old secret. -
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Local, USA
UNVEILED: Joyce Tenneson and the Heroine's Journey
Friday
Dec 13
1 Hour
Photographer Joyce Tenneson struggles to navigate diverging roles as mother and artist, expressing her voice while dealing with the fallout of a 45-year-old secret. -
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Local, USA
Fire Tender
Friday
Dec 13
30 Minutes
Margo Robbins, a Yurok knowledge keeper, seeks to return practices to Yurok territory and restore the land and its people. -
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Local, USA
UNVEILED: Joyce Tenneson and the Heroine's Journey
Friday
Dec 13
1 Hour
Photographer Joyce Tenneson struggles to navigate diverging roles as mother and artist, expressing her voice while dealing with the fallout of a 45-year-old secret. -
Image
Local, USA
Fire Tender
Friday
Dec 13
30 Minutes
Margo Robbins, a Yurok knowledge keeper, seeks to return practices to Yurok territory and restore the land and its people. -
Image
Local, USA
Fire Tender
Friday
Dec 13
30 Minutes
Margo Robbins, a Yurok knowledge keeper, seeks to return practices to Yurok territory and restore the land and its people. -
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Local, USA
UNVEILED: Joyce Tenneson and the Heroine's Journey
Friday
Dec 13
1 Hour
Photographer Joyce Tenneson struggles to navigate diverging roles as mother and artist, expressing her voice while dealing with the fallout of a 45-year-old secret. -
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Local, USA
UNVEILED: Joyce Tenneson and the Heroine's Journey
Saturday
Dec 14
1 Hour
Photographer Joyce Tenneson struggles to navigate diverging roles as mother and artist, expressing her voice while dealing with the fallout of a 45-year-old secret. -
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Local, USA
UNVEILED: Joyce Tenneson and the Heroine's Journey
Sunday
Dec 15
1 Hour
Photographer Joyce Tenneson struggles to navigate diverging roles as mother and artist, expressing her voice while dealing with the fallout of a 45-year-old secret. -
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Local, USA
UNVEILED: Joyce Tenneson and the Heroine's Journey
Sunday
Dec 15
1 Hour
Photographer Joyce Tenneson struggles to navigate diverging roles as mother and artist, expressing her voice while dealing with the fallout of a 45-year-old secret. -
Image
Local, USA
UNVEILED: Joyce Tenneson and the Heroine's Journey
Sunday
Dec 15
1 Hour
Photographer Joyce Tenneson struggles to navigate diverging roles as mother and artist, expressing her voice while dealing with the fallout of a 45-year-old secret. -
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Local, USA
Legacy of Love
Monday
Dec 16
30 Minutes
Diverse stories from across the country. -
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Local, USA
Legacy of Love
Tuesday
Dec 17
30 Minutes
Diverse stories from across the country. -
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Local, USA
Legacy of Love
Tuesday
Dec 17
30 Minutes
Diverse stories from across the country.
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