Free Play
In a desire to provide an inclusive place for her daughter Tabitha, who was a wheelchair user, Karen West spearheaded the creation of the Gallatin Miracle park. The park has several features that cater specifically to children with physical and mental disabilities and facilitates authentic interactions between children with and without disabilities.
Episodes
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Black Godfather of Scuba
S10 E1003 - 24m 41s
Dr. Albert “Doc” Jones, founder of the National Association of Black Scuba Divers, dedicated his life to uncovering lost histories beneath the ocean. When his team found the Henrietta Marie, the first recovered slave ship, he set out to honor those lost at sea. This film celebrates his mission to recover forgotten stories and preserve them for future generations.
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I'm Still Here
S10 E1002 - 26m 18s
Between 1947 and 1967, Birmingham, Alabama, witnessed over 50 bombings targeting Black-owned homes. This film follows three individuals who, as children, lived through the terror and stayed in the city. Together, they seek to turn Birmingham’s painful history into a symbol of hope, resilience, and civil rights progress.
Extras + Features
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Called to the Mountains | Official Trailer
S10 E1005 - 1m
Bluegrass 45, one of Japan’s first bluegrass bands, brings its unique sound to the American South. Through intimate cinematography and interviews, this film explores the band’s journey—from daily life in Japan to performances in the U.S.—showcasing the powerful cultural connections forged through music and shared experiences.
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Small Town Universe | Official Trailer
S10 E1004 - 30s
Green Bank, West Virginia, is home to the world’s most sensitive radio telescope—and the only U.S. town where Wi-Fi and cell phones are banned. Here, scientists search for signs of extraterrestrial life while residents navigate pivotal moments in their own lives. This film explores the community’s deep connection to the universe and each other.
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Childhood Tragedy
S10 E1003 - 1m
Dr. Albert “Doc” Jones, founder of the National Association of Black Scuba Divers, reflects on a resonant event from his childhood where he witnessed a child drowning in a local river.
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Ishak | Official Trailer
S10 E1003 - 19s
Filmmaker Maaliyah Papillion is tapped to learn the ways of her elders and carry on their sacred traditions as the next chief of the Atakapa-Išhak Nation, making her the second woman to lead the tribe since 1771.
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The Creation of Underwater Adventure Seekers
S10 E1003 - 1m
After encountering discrimination in the Scuba diving world at a trade show, Dr. Albert “Doc” Jones decides to form his own club called “Underwater Adventure Seekers”.
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Black Godfather of Scuba | Official Trailer
S10 E1003 - 15s
Dr. Albert “Doc” Jones, founder of the National Association of Black Scuba Divers, dedicated his life to uncovering lost histories beneath the ocean. When his team found the Henrietta Marie, the first recovered slave ship, he set out to honor those lost at sea. This film celebrates his mission to recover forgotten stories and preserve them for future generations.
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The Voice of Bamboo | Official Trailer
S10 E1003 - 24s
A Japanese elder shares his journey from a life of crime to finding peace as a bamboo farmer in the mountains of North Carolina, where growing bamboo helped him discover a more spiritual way of living.
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How to Sue the Klan | Official Trailer
S10 E1002 - 17s
In 1982, five Black women from Chattanooga sued the Ku Klux Klan in a groundbreaking civil case. Their victory set a legal precedent that held the Klan accountable and inspired future battles against organized hate. This film chronicles their bravery and the lasting impact of their fight for justice and community healing.
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This Was a Hate Crime
S10 E1001 - 1m 8s
A Muslim community in North Carolina mourns three students and reflects on the hatred that caused their deaths.
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Left Entirely to the Family
S10 E1001 - 1m 59s
The family of three murdered students decide whether to show a video documenting their deaths at trial.
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36 Seconds: Portrait of a Hate Crime | Official Trailer
S10 E1001 - 30s
In 2015, three Muslim-American students were shot and killed in Chapel Hill, NC. As their families confront the grief of the loss, they push back against the claim that their deaths were part of a random dispute. This film follows their courageous advocacy to expose the truth and fight for justice in the face of systemic racism.
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Season 10 | Official Trailer
S10 - 1m 30s
Season 10 showcases inspiring stories of resilience, cultural richness, and innovation across the South, from groundbreaking science to powerful acts of justice.
Schedule
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REEL SOUTH
36 Seconds: Portrait of a Hate Crime
Thursday
Apr 10
1 Hour
Reckoning with the South's past, present and future. -
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REEL SOUTH
36 Seconds: Portrait of a Hate Crime
Friday
Apr 11
2 Hours
Reckoning with the South's past, present and future. -
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REEL SOUTH
36 Seconds: Portrait of a Hate Crime
Friday
Apr 11
1 Hour
Reckoning with the South's past, present and future. -
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REEL SOUTH
How to Sue the Klan; I'm Still Here
Thursday
Apr 17
1 Hour
Documentary films about the American South. -
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REEL SOUTH
How to Sue the Klan; I'm Still Here
Friday
Apr 18
2 Hours
Documentary films about the American South. -
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REEL SOUTH
How to Sue the Klan; I'm Still Here
Friday
Apr 18
1 Hour
Documentary films about the American South.
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