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On the Pacific island of Guadalcanal in 1942, the famed 1st Marine Division - the oldest, largest and most decorated division of the U.S. Marine Corps - defeated Japanese forces in a turning point of WWII. 1ST TO FIGHT: PACIFIC WAR MARINES, narrated by actor Jon Seda (HBO's The Pacific and NBC's Chicago P.D.), documents the experiences of 1st Marine Division veterans who took part in the historic fight.

The family's attempts to mark Laura's birthday are disrupted by the discovery that their new home is on the verge of collapsing, forcing them to move temporarily into the local motel.

Five preservice teachers document the challenges and triumphs of their student teaching apprenticeship. Their stories remind us that the road to becoming an effective teacher includes making mistakes and learning from trusted mentors. A video documentary produced by the K-State College of Education.

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers the complex trade networks and advanced educational institutions that transformed early north and west Africa from deserted lands into the continent's wealthiest kingdoms and learning centers.

Into the Fire examines the most tumultuous and consequential period in African American history: the Civil War and the end of slavery, and Reconstruction's thrilling but tragically brief "moment in the sun." From the beginning, African Americans were agents of their own liberation, forcing the Union to confront the issue of slavery by fleeing the plantations and taking up arms to serve with honor in the United States Colored Troops. After Emancipation, African Americans sought to realize the promise of freedom-rebuilding families shattered by slavery; demanding economic, political and civil rights; even winning elected office. Just a few years later, however, an intransigent South mounted a swift and vicious campaign of terror to restore white supremacy and roll back African American rights. Yet the achievements of Reconstruction would remain very much alive in the collective memory of the African American community.

Something from Nothing portrays the Jim Crow era, when African Americans struggled to build their own worlds within the harsh, narrow confines of segregation. At the turn of the 20th century, a steady stream of African Americans left the South, fleeing the threat of racial violence, and searching for better opportunities in the North and the West. Leaders like Ida B. Wells, W.E.B. Du Bois, Booker T. Washington and Marcus Garvey organized, offering vastly different strategies to further black empowerment and equality. Yet successful black institutions and individuals were always at risk. At the same time, the ascendance of black arts and culture showed that a community with a strong identity and sense of pride was taking hold in spite of Jim Crow. "The Harlem Renaissance" would not only redefine how America saw African Americans, but how African Americans saw themselves.

Six Jewish women who survived the Holocaust - Eva Beckmann, Erika Jacoby, Rena Drexler, Lili Majzner, Renee Firestone and Linda Sherman - tell their extraordinary life stories. When Auschwitz was liberated in January 1945, it was the beginning of a lifelong struggle for these survivors. AFTER AUSCHWITZ recounts how the six women have built their lives since the war - getting married, immigrating to America, building careers, and raising children and grandchildren - while looking for a way to understand their trauma and loss.

In this inspiring program taken from her bestselling book, author Anita Moorjani chronicles her four-year battle with cancer. After falling into a coma and being given days to live, Anita had a near death experience (NDE) during which she was given the choice to return to her physical form or to continue into a new realm. She chose the former, and when she regained consciousness, her cancer began to heal and to the amazement of her doctors, she was free of countless tumors and cancer indicators within weeks. In her program, this honest and wise young woman inspires viewers by sharing many of the personal discoveries that have changed her life and made her a sought-after speaker worldwide. Anita Moorjani is a New York Times bestselling author, international speaker, and a cancer survivor. Her book Dying to Be Me has sold over a million copies worldwide in 45 languages.

In Part 2 of this inspiring program, author Anita Moorjani chronicles her four-year battle with cancer. After falling into a coma and being given days to live, Anita had a near death experience (NDE) during which she was given the choice to return to her physical form or to continue into a new realm. She chose the former, and when she regained consciousness, her cancer began to heal and to the amazement of her doctors, she was free of countless tumors and cancer indicators within weeks. In her program, this honest and wise young woman inspires viewers by sharing many of the personal discoveries that have changed her life and made her a sought-after speaker worldwide. Anita Moorjani is a New York Times bestselling author, international speaker, and a cancer survivor. Her book Dying to Be Me has sold over a million copies worldwide in 45 languages.

In this informative and empowering program, the always passionate and enthusiastic Dr. Bruce Lipton debunks the long held belief, referred to as "genetic determinism," which posits that genes turn on and off, controlling the character and fate of our lives. Instead, using the current renaissance in bioscience called Epigenetics that he helped to initiate, he encourages viewers to understand that we are powerful creators free to change our perceptions and, as a result, change our lives. Dr. Bruce Lipton is an internationally recognized leader in bridging science and spirit, stem cell biologist, and bestselling author of The Biology of Belief. He is the recipient of the 2009 Goi Peace Award.

In Part 2 of this informative and empowering program, the always passionate and enthusiastic Dr. Bruce Lipton debunks the long held belief, referred to as "genetic determinism," which posits that genes turn on and off, controlling the character and fate of our lives. Instead, using the current renaissance in bioscience called Epigenetics that he helped to initiate, he encourages viewers to understand that we are powerful creators free to change our perceptions and, as a result, change our lives. Dr. Bruce Lipton is an internationally recognized leader in bridging science and spirit, stem cell biologist, and bestselling author of The Biology of Belief. He is the recipient of the 2009 Goi Peace Award.

In this program, inspiring truth teller David Suzuki explores critical themes from The Legacy, considered one of the most important books of our time. Through his captivating storytelling he also shares some of the information that made his award winning Canadian broadcast series, The Nature of Things, one of the most important television series of our time. In this inspiring and provocative program, David leads viewers on a journey of understanding how the laws of nature need to guide us going forward and of the roles we can and must play if we are to help humanity avert climate disaster. David Suzuki is an award-winning geneticist who is widely recognized as a world leader in sustainable ecology. He is the winner of the UNESCO prize for science and a United Nations Environment Program Medal. He is also a Companion of the Order of Canada with 29 honorary degrees from universities in Canada, the US and Australia.

In Part 2 of this program, inspiring truth teller David Suzuki explores critical themes from The Legacy, considered one of the most important books of our time. Through his captivating storytelling he also shares some of the information that made his award winning Canadian broadcast series, The Nature of Things, one of the most important television series of our time. In this inspiring and provocative program, David leads viewers on a journey of understanding how the laws of nature need to guide us going forward and of the roles we can and must play if we are to help humanity avert climate disaster. David Suzuki is an award-winning geneticist who is widely recognized as a world leader in sustainable ecology. He is the winner of the UNESCO prize for science and a United Nations Environment Program Medal. He is also a Companion of the Order of Canada with 29 honorary degrees from universities in Canada, the US and Australia.

In Part 2 of this program based on the award-winning book of the same name, George and Sedena Cappanelli explore the essential keys to living life outside the boundaries of time and other restrictions that traditional definitions of aging impose on us. Along the way they explore a number of practical steps viewers can take to live more creative, resilient, joyful and meaningful lives that will allow us to fully appreciate George Burn's reminder, "Young...Old, just words." George & Sedena Cappannelli are the co-founders of AgeNation and Empower New Mexico and Co-Producers of the Ageless Living series. These award-winning authors are tireless champions who invite viewers to redefine what it means to live consciously and age wisely in the 21st Century.

In this program, influential author John Gray helps men and women better understand and respect their differences in both personal and professional relationships. His approach combines specific communication techniques with healthy, nutritional choices that create the brain and body chemistry for lasting health, happiness and romance. His caring, compassionate and gentle style also invites viewers to envision a new world in which men and women as co-equals can celebrate and collaborate in building a more positive future. John Gray is the author of the most well-known and trusted relationship book of all time, Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus, listed by USA Today as one of the top 10 most influential books of the last quarter century.

In the second part of this program, influential author John Gray helps men and women better understand and respect their differences in both personal and professional relationships. His approach combines specific communication techniques with healthy, nutritional choices that create the brain and body chemistry for lasting health, happiness and romance. His caring, compassionate and gentle style also invites viewers to envision a new world in which men and women as co-equals can celebrate and collaborate in building a more positive future. John Gray is the author of the most well-known and trusted relationship book of all time, Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus, listed by USA Today as one of the top 10 most influential books of the last quarter century.

AIRPLAY: THE RISE AND FALL OF ROCK RADIO documents the history of rock radio - from the AM deejays to the FM pioneers who fanned the flames of the '60s, to the silencing of rock radio by the government and big-business interests, to its promise of rebirth on satellite radio. AIRPLAY shares the story of the 50-year struggle for the soul of music radio, told by the deejays and the artists they made stars. Musicians include: Crosby, Stills and Nash, Grace Slick, Little Steven Van Zandt, Bob Weir and Ray Manzarek (The Doors). In addition, legendary disc jockeys talk about the hits and the history they made together through interviews, archival footage and airchecks, some never seen or heard on television before.

In 1937, a young, newly-qualified surgeon arrives in the picturesque village of Darrowby to take up his first job in the established veterinary practice of Sigfried and Tristan Farnon. But in rural Yorkshire, with few medicines available, the treatment of sick animals still seems to be rooted in the Dark Ages. This, together with the country-folk's inherent suspicion of strangers, poses problems for James Herriot in the early years of his career.

In 1937, a young, newly-qualified surgeon arrives in the picturesque village of Darrowby to take up his first job in the established veterinary practice of Sigfried and Tristan Farnon. But in rural Yorkshire, with few medicines available, the treatment of sick animals still seems to be rooted in the Dark Ages. This, together with the country-folk's inherent suspicion of strangers, poses problems for James Herriot in the early years of his career.

In 1937, a young, newly-qualified surgeon arrives in the picturesque village of Darrowby to take up his first job in the established veterinary practice of Sigfried and Tristan Farnon. But in rural Yorkshire, with few medicines available, the treatment of sick animals still seems to be rooted in the Dark Ages. This, together with the country-folk's inherent suspicion of strangers, poses problems for James Herriot in the early years of his career.

In 1937, a young, newly-qualified surgeon arrives in the picturesque village of Darrowby to take up his first job in the established veterinary practice of Sigfried and Tristan Farnon. But in rural Yorkshire, with few medicines available, the treatment of sick animals still seems to be rooted in the Dark Ages. This, together with the country-folk's inherent suspicion of strangers, poses problems for James Herriot in the early years of his career.

In 1937, a young, newly-qualified surgeon arrives in the picturesque village of Darrowby to take up his first job in the established veterinary practice of Sigfried and Tristan Farnon. But in rural Yorkshire, with few medicines available, the treatment of sick animals still seems to be rooted in the Dark Ages. This, together with the country-folk's inherent suspicion of strangers, poses problems for James Herriot in the early years of his career.

Improve your posture and trunk musculature.

Christiane Amanpour leads wide-ranging, in-depth conversations with global thought leaders and cultural influencers on the issues and trends impacting the world each day, from politics, business and technology to arts, science and sports.

Explore the life of the trailblazing pilot who broke records but then mysteriously disappeared over the Pacific Ocean on a solo flight around the world. An enduring American hero, Earhart was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic.

Filmmaker Robin Lung documents her 7-year journey to uncover the efforts of Li Ling-Ai, the visionary but uncredited producer of Kukan. Lung discovers a damaged film print of Kukan, and pieces together the untold tale of the two renegades behind its making -- Li Ling-Ai and Rey Scott. A landmark film, Kukan showcased China's resistance to Japanese occupation during World War II, and was the first American feature documentary to receive an Academy Award in 1942.

Filmed in Kosrae, Micronesia, Island Soldier follows the Nena family as they grieve the loss of their son, Sapuro "Sapp" Nena. His death in Afghanistan makes waves through the community where nearly everyone is connected to the U.S. Military. Known as a "recruiter's paradise," Micronesia, a U.S. territory in the Pacific Ocean, contributes a disproportionate number of soldiers to the American armed forces, who cannot receive benefits. Yet, scores of young men leave their families behind in pursuit of the American Dream.

Visit any strip mall in the United States, and there's bound to be a Vietnamese nail salon. While ubiquitous in cities across the country, few Americans know the history behind the salons and the 20 Vietnamese refugee women, who in 1975, sparked a multibillion dollar industry that supports their community to this day. NAILED it captures an unforgettable and often hilarious saga born of tragedy, charting the rise, struggle, stereotypes, and steady hold Vietnamese Americans have on today's multiethnic $8 billion dollar nail economy.

Head south for an H2O harvest of crawfish in Louisiana. Sample some exotic recipes made with Belgian endive. Join the search as "working dogs" look for dangerous plant pests and celebrate a special anniversary as an Ohio farm family marks two hundred years of working their land.

AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN FROM COOK'S ILLUSTRATED uses a common-sense, practical approach to solve everyday cooking problems and save viewers time and money. Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison lead a team of dedicated test kitchen cooks to reveal the basics of foolproof home cooking while preparing dozens of exhaustively tested recipes. The series also features the popular segments viewers know and love. In "The Tasting Lab," expert Jack Bishop puts supermarket staples to the test before revealing the series' top food recommendations. Then, equipment tester Adam Ried takes viewers through an exhaustive and unbiased search for the best kitchen items in "Equipment Corner." Meanwhile, in "Gadgets Galore," Lisa McManus reviews her favorite gadgets and reveals which ones are worth the cost-or not.

In this episode, test cook Becky Hays makes Julia a Brazilian classic: Shrimp and Fish Stew (Moqueca). Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of Pecorino Romano. Finally, Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to making Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pao de Queijo) at home.

Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison unlock the secrets to an incredible Pizza al Taglio with Arugula and Fresh Mozzarella. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of black pepper. Finally, test cook Dan Souza makes Bridget a Roman classic, Pasta alla Gricia.

Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster teach viewers how to make Easy Pancakes. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of turkey bacon. Next, gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews syrup dispensers, and science expert Dan Souza demystifies the science of baking soda and browning. Then, test cook Becky Hays makes Julia a decadent version of a breakfast classic: Creamy French-Style Scrambled Eggs.

Test cook Lan Lam and host Bridget Lancaster unlock the secrets to foolproof Braised Chicken with Mustard and Herbs. Then, equipment manager Adam Ried shares his top picks for pastry and silicone brushes. Finally, test cook Dan Souza shows host Julia Collin Davison a recipe for Easiest-Ever Biscuits.

Test cook Dan Souza makes Bridget the ultimate Chinese Pork Dumplings. In the Equipment Corner, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for steamer baskets, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews ginger graters. Science expert Dan Souza then explains the science behind proper pouring techniques, and test cook Keith Dresser makes Julia perfect Beijing-Style Meat Sauce and Noodles (Zha Jiang Mian).

In this episode, host Julia Collin Davison makes host Bridget Lancaster a showstopping Orange, Cranberry, and Mint Pavlova. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of vanilla, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews cocktail tools. Finally, Bridget makes Julia foolproof Holiday Eggnog.

Test cook Erin McMurrer shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make perfect Pita Bread. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of international yogurts. Science expert Dan Souza explains the science behind proofing dough. Finally, test cook Keith Dresser makes Julia a showstopping Shakshuka.

Test cook Dan Souza and host Julia Collin Davison teach viewers how to make Braised Oxtails with White Beans, Tomatoes, and Aleppo Pepper. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for Dutch ovens, and test cook Becky Hays makes Bridget foolproof Fava Beans with Artichokes, Asparagus, and Peas.

In this episode, Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to making the perfect Pane Francese at home, and equipment expert Adam Ried reviews his top pick for fine-mesh strainers. Then, test cook Erin McMurrer makes Bridget a foolproof recipe for an Italian classic: Chicken Vesuvio.

Test cook Elle Simone makes Julia the best Braised New Mexico-Style Pork in Red Chile Sauce (Carne Adovada), and equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for 9-inch tongs. Then, test cook Erin McMurrer makes Bridget the ultimate Mexican Corn Salad (Esquites).

Test cook Lan Lam makes Bridget the ultimate Grilled Mojo-Marinated Skirt Steak. In the Equipment Corner, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews boning knives. Then, test cook Keith Dresser and host Julia reveal the secrets to the best Peruvian Ceviche recipe.

In this episode, test cook Elle Simone and host Julia reveal the secrets to making foolproof Falafel at home. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of canned chickpeas, and test cook Becky Hays makes Bridget the ultimate Moroccan Lentil and Chickpea Soup (Harira).

Hosts Bridget and Julia unlock the secrets to making the ultimate Vietnamese Grilled Pork Patties on the grill. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for kitchen shears. Finally, Dan and Julia make a foolproof Japanese recipe on the grill: Grilled Steak and Scallion Rolls (Negimaki).

In this episode, test cook Becky Hays shows host Bridget Lancaster how to make a foolproof Herb-Crusted Pork Roast. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews pot holders. Science expert Dan Souza explains how temperature affects bubbly beverages, and Lisa McManus reviews glass water bottles. Finally, test cook Elle Simone shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make the perfect Roasted Fingerling Potatoes.

Test cook Becky Hays makes host Bridget Lancaster Perfect Pan-Seared Pork Tenderloin Steaks. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for air fryers, and test cook Dan Souza makes a show stopping Crispy Slow-Roasted Pork Belly for Julia.

Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate Beef Top Loin Roast with Potatoes. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top pick for metal spatulas, and test cook Becky Hays makes host Julia Collin Davison an easy Chopped Carrot Salad with Fennel, Orange, and Hazelnuts.

Test cook Dan Souza makes host Julia Collin Davison the ultimate Linzertorte. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried shares his recommendation for tube pans. Finally, test cook Erin McMurrer makes host Bridget Lancaster a classic recipe for Belgian Spice Cookies (Speculoos).

In this episode, test cook Dan Souza and host Julia teach viewers how to make the ultimate Grilled Chicken Thighs. Tasting expert Jack Bishop then challenges Bridget to a fresh mozzarella tasting, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews popsicle molds. Next, test cook Keith Dresser makes Bridget a foolproof Italian Pasta Salad.

Test cook Becky Hays shows host Julia Collin Davison how to make Thai Hot and Sour Noodle Soup with Shrimp. Gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews the Frywall. Finally, test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster perfect Crispy Thai Eggplant Salad.

In this breakfast-themed episode, test cook Elle Simone makes host Julia Collin Davison foolproof Everyday French Toast. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Bridget Lancaster to a taste test of artisanal bacon, and equipment expert Adam Ried reviews stovetop griddles. Then, science expert Dan Souza reveals the science behind why dull baking sheets are best. Finally, test cook Keith Dresser makes Bridget easy Scrambled Eggs with Asparagus, Smoked Salmon, and Chives.

In this episode, hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison reveal the secrets to making the classic Parisian dessert Paris-Brest. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews burr grinders and Bridget.

Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate Pork, Fennel and Lemon Ragu with Pappardelle. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of fontina cheese. Finally, test cook Becky Hays shows Julia how to make the best Pasta with Eggplant and Tomatoes (Pasta alla Norma).

Test cook Keith Dresser makes Bridget an updated recipe for an Italian staple: Chicken Piccata. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of unsalted butter, and science expert Dan Souza explains the science behind fat and temperature perception. Finally, Bridget and Julia unlock the secrets to making the ultimate Chocolate Semifreddo.

The ultimate in simple grace.

Artful scrollwork with oak accents. Shines!

Wonderful treasures are kept here. Turnings with tops are called boxes. This episode explores the art of turning boxes for all skill levels. Turner Barry Todd shares a new idea!

Guest Raymond Kinman of Grass Valley, California, shares his easy way of perfecting your very own family crest and colorful signage. Learn how to use handheld routers, CNC's and scroll saws. Suzy scrolls!

Easy to make display shelves that fit into tight spots.

This lidded wood box is just right in any room. Perfect for quilts.

Spindle and bowl art show new ways to turn.

This two-drawer dovetailed gem makes the perfect gift. Orange Agate is the primary wood. Special finishing tips help all viewers with their home projects.

A suspended top makes this narrow table visually fly. Eye catching!

Air-dried walnut is used to create this Nakashima inspired Tall Case Wall Cabinet. A river flows through it. Suzy explains HVLP finishing tips!

Talk about custom cutlery. The handles are highly figured woods.

Jaida Waggoner shares her award-winning way of making and honoring an American masterpiece. Glue and finishing techniques explained.

Journey back in time to be with Sam Maloof as he describes his original Hard-Line Soft-Line sculpting of chairs. See what all successful chairmakers know.

Outdoor coolers, serving bars and couches prove that recycling works!

Captivating in every way, turning is fun and safe! See how special colorful materials are bonded with resins to sculpt one-of-a-kind lights!

Grace Maloof-inspired rocking chair completion plus Tom Monahan returns with more finishing solutions on furniture of all ages.

Kitchen and dining table centerpieces are crafted from recycled scraps. Breathtakingly simple and elegant.

Special Bird's-Eye and Tiger Maple woods combine to recreate this tall case masterpiece.

Watch, laugh and learn with Chad Stanton of ICDT and Wood Choppin' Time.

A modern barn raising complete with a custom scrolled sign. The team covers making barn doors for Suzy's new barn shop with finishing wizard Tom Monahan. Milk paint creates a lasting durable old barn look.

Carvings for beginners made easier by using scroll saw bevel cuts.

A perfect blend of mahogany, walnut, river stones, MirrorCast resins and garnet shellac combine with harmonious charm. Turning by eye is shared!

Learn turning wood the easy way. Turning tips for everyone of any skill level! Absolutely a perfect way to create a perfect seat.

Mahogany, walnut and maple combine with stunning results.

Both fun to make and impossible to solve. Excellent presents!

Rectilinear details of wood and art glass combine with oak for stunning effect.

Brazil - Children of Zika (Lucrecia Franco) - Between 2015 and 2017 some 3000 babies in Brazil were born with a rare condition. Their heads were much smaller than normal and their brains weren't fully developed. Doctors diagnosed those babies with "Microcephaly," a disorder caused by a variety of genetic and environmental factors. And these cases were linked to Zika. Correspondent Lucrecia Franco visited the city of Recife, one of the country's most affected areas in the world for what is now called "Congenital Zika Syndrome", and brought us the story of the Zika Children. Mexico - Biogas Fuels (Alasdair Baverstock) - By 2024 Mexico wants to produce 35-percent of its energy from renewable sources. This is part of its commitment to the Paris climate change accord so bio-fuel projects are now booming in the countryside. Correspondent Alasdair Baverstock went to western Mexico to give us a closer look. Musical - Donkey Festival - For the musical/end piece, we went to a Mexican village, where each year they pay "honors" to an animal that's played an important role in their community since colonial times. Residents have relied on donkeys for transportation and field work for centuries. So they created an event that brings awareness and respect to this unheralded member of the horse family.

As the documentary, And Then They Came for Us, demonstrates, the registration and incarceration of 120,000 Japanese Americans during WWII was one of the worst violations of constitutional rights in American history. The US government lied about the threat of espionage to justify the incarceration. Today's Muslim travel ban relies on similar uncorroborated claims of threats to national security. Featuring actor George Takei, and many others who were incarcerated, the film reveals the silence that surrounded the incarceration and the importance of speaking up against the travel ban. Knowing our history is the first step in making sure we do not repeat it. This film is a cautionary tale for these dark times.

Travel with ROADSHOW as it turns the spotlight on incredible items with Asian and Pacific Islands origins, including a Hawaiian kou bowl, a Ghandi presentation spinning wheel and an 1888 Joesph Nawahi painting. Which is valued at $250,000-$300,000?

Travel with ROADSHOW to Charleston and learn about a Babe Ruth archive, a Japanese Komai iron and gold vase from around1890, a Virginia Federal walnut cellarette and more. Which one is valued at $ 80,000 to $100,000?

Find out the history and value of treasures in Charleston, such as a locally made Francis Sommer astronomical regulator clock, an 1899 Oscar Wilde manuscript poem and a 1960 Rene Portocarrero "Catedral" oil. One is worth $80,000 to $100,000!

Discover an oasis of Roadshow treasures at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix, such as a Cartier jadeite pendant necklace, Kanye West original artwork from around 1995 and a 1906 Louis Akin chromolithograph. Learn which is $50,000-$75,000.

Phoenix treasures heat up at the Desert Botanical Garden with a Hassan El Glaoui tempera painting made around 1970, a Line Vautrin Talosel mirror and a diamond horseshoe brooch from about 1900. One is appraised for $75,000.

Travel to Little Rock and discover finds like an Olin Travis Ozark hilltop painting, a 1936 Lou Gehrig autograph and an English giltwood cabinet-on-stand, ca. 1730. Which one is appraised for $80,000 to $ 120,000?

Discover hidden treasures in Little Rock, such as a 1985 Charles Schulz Snoopy sketch, Chinese altar garniture, ca. 1850, and a 1919 William Faulkner handmade poetry book. Can you guess which is valued at $70,000 to $100,000?

Journey to Little Rock to see fantastic finds, including a 1983 Truman Capote "Playboy" manuscript, a jazz musician photograph archive, ca. 1945, and a Mississippian effigy figure circa 1000-1500 AD. Which is the top find of the hour?

It's a fiesta of fabulous finds as Roadshow visits McNay Art Museum in San Antonio for standouts like a W. W. Denslow-inscribed "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," a Mercury Space Capsule wind tunnel model and a black opal ring. Which is $60,000-$120,000?

Everything is bigger in Texas, including Roadshow appraisals such as Julius Cohen yellow diamond earrings, a 1928 Gibson Granada banjo and a collection of original comic art dating to around 1937. Can you guess which is $105,000-$140,000?

Everything is bigger in Texas, including Roadshow appraisals such as Julius Cohen yellow diamond earrings, a 1928 Gibson Granada banjo and a collection of original comic art dating to around 1937. Can you guess which is $105,000-$140,000?

Celebrate our 20th anniversary with treasures like a 1919 Belmont Stakes trophy, 1963 "The Avengers" comics and two Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso oil paintings. Which find is worth $200,000 to $300,000?

Journey to Spokane to learn about treasures like a 1938 Snow White banner, a Chinese huanghuali cosmetic case and an 1860 John J. Audubon chromolithograph. Which is the night's big find?

Discover fantastic finds in Spokane, including a 1961-1963 JFK archive, a grotesque face jug and Gone with the Wind sketches. Can you guess which is valued at $60,000-$80,000?

Roadshow examines artifacts and artistry of health and medicine history. Description Long: Roadshow examines artifacts and artistry of health and medicine history. Appraisals spotlight items related to health and wellness, including surprising historical objects once used for health purposes but not in use today.

Inga visits Cherry Tree Mushroom Farm and America's largest Pheasant Farm in Janesville to gather ingredients for the Book Club's lunch with John Hildebrand, author of 'Mapping the Farm.'

The idea for Earth Day was born in Wisconsin and upon the 50th Anniversary Inga goes foraging the landscape for wild greens, visits a bison farm that is nurturing the land and shows what it takes to restore a Wisconsin prairie.

Volunteer firefighters are the backbone of rural emergency services. Inga and Cousin CeCe prepare the volunteers a meal of Waygu beef, stops by the largest horseradish producer in the world, and checks out an urban yard in Eau Claire that has been converted into a garden paradise.

Inga prepares a "Friendsgiving" feast for her farmer friends. Fresh organic cranberries, hard cider and homemade pumpkin pie will be served.

There's something new on the farm! Inga picks up two beautiful Welsh Cob Ponies as a birthday surprise for her nephews. Later, Inga gathers goat butter at Nordic Creamery in Westby, then stops at the Driftless Folk School in Viroqua and a root cellar to pick up ingredients for a chocolate beet birthday cake.

Inga welcomes a brand new calf to the farm and then travels to learn about Mangalitsa Hogs and discovers how to grow hops in Wisconsin. This week's recipe Blue Corn Nachos for happy hour on the farm.

Spring is about to arrive on the farm and Inga ventures out for the start of maple syrup season and gets an early taste of summer with microgreens. Rack of lamb and a fresh spring salad are on the menu.

Bailing hay can be hard work and the body needs time to rest, relax and restore. With that in mind Inga will be cooking up a Korean chicken soup for her neighbors. The ingredients include home grown rice from Mequon, pastured poultry and ginseng from Marathon County.

Inga celebrates midsummer fest, one of the most popular holidays in Scandinavia. Inga gathers the ingredients for a traditional Scandinavian Smorgastrata sandwich cake.

ARTHUR is based on the best-selling children's books by Marc Brown. The series revolves around an eight year-old aardvark, his four year-old sister DW, and their family and friends. ARTHUR is a show about being a kid, exploring the world, and finding your place in it. It's about kids finding inner strengths, learning to make choices for themselves, taking responsibility for them and of course, having fun. In each episode, Arthur and his gang guide us through stories that deal with real "kid issues" -- timeless difficulties and joys that all kids experience. The series also models the joys and rewards of literacy by presenting the many ways kids and adults incorporate reading and writing into their lives. Above all, ARTHUR is a comedy that tells its stories from a kids' point of view, never moralizing or talking down to them.

ARTHUR is based on the best-selling children's books by Marc Brown. The series revolves around an eight year-old aardvark, his four year-old sister DW, and their family and friends. ARTHUR is a show about being a kid, exploring the world, and finding your place in it. It's about kids finding inner strengths, learning to make choices for themselves, taking responsibility for them and of course, having fun. In each episode, Arthur and his gang guide us through stories that deal with real "kid issues" -- timeless difficulties and joys that all kids experience. The series also models the joys and rewards of literacy by presenting the many ways kids and adults incorporate reading and writing into their lives. Above all, ARTHUR is a comedy that tells its stories from a kids' point of view, never moralizing or talking down to them.

This animated series is based on Marc Brown's best-selling books about Arthur Read, an eight-year-old aardvark, his sister D.W., and their family and friends. In "Arthur and the Crunch Cereal Contest," Arthur has trouble creating a jingle to enter in the contest, so he borrows one from his sister. In "D.W. Flips," D.W. joins a gymnastics class, but places herself in danger when she tries to show off for the rest of the kids.

Arthur Sells Out - To earn the money he needs to buy a new video game, Arthur decides to sell his old toys through his school's Web site. At first, sales are slow - until Muffy helps Arthur discover how to sell the "sizzle" and not the "steak." His toys fly off the (cyber) shelf, but is bending the truth to earn money worth losing his friends? Mind Your Manners - When Arthur decides to take on Brain at an all-school checkers competition, everyone rallies behind the underdog. That is until Arthur rejects all the fan support with a big "yowl." Will Arthur get his fan support back...and does he even want it back?

This animated series is based on Marc Brown's best-selling books about Arthur Read, an eight-year-old aardvark, his sister D.W., and their family and friends. Arthur wrecks him mom's computer, when he disobeys her, in "Arthur The Wrecker." In "Arthur & The True Francine," the kids recall when Muffy first came to their school, and Francine took the blame for Muffy's dishonesty.

This animated series is based on Marc Brown's best-selling books about Arthur Read, an eight-year-old aardvark, his sister D.W., and their family and friends. Arthur has a hard time coming up with a story he thinks will meet everyone else's expectations in "Arthur Writes A Story. " Pal escapes his leash in search of a balloon for Kate in "Arthur's Lost Dog."

This animated series is based on Marc Brown's best-selling books about Arthur Read, an eight-year-old aardvark, his sister D.W., and their family and friends. D.W. and Arthur think back to before their sister Kate arrived. Arthur remembers his trepidation about getting a new sister in "Arthur's Baby." D.W. remembers how Kate changed her life after she arrived in "D.W.'s Baby."

This animated series is based on Marc Brown's best-selling books about Arthur Read, an eight-year-old aardvark, his sister D.W., and their family and friends. In "Arthur's Chicken Pox," D.W. isn't sure whether Arthur is lucky or not to be sick. When Pal gets "Sick As A Dog," Arthur suspects D.W. as culprit.

This animated series is based on Marc Brown's best-selling books about Arthur Read, an eight-year-old aardvark, his sister D.W., and their family and friends. On "Arthur's Family Vacation," things get off to a rocky start, but the family makes the best of some tough situations. In "Grandpa Dave's Old Country Farm," Grandpa is too proud to accept some much-needed help in keeping up his farm, until the kids come for a visit and show him how badly the repairs are needed.

Baby Kate and the Imaginary Mystery - Nadine, D.W.'s imaginary friend is missing! Baby Kate, Pal, Amigo, and Nemo are all on the case and won't give up until this mystery is solved - even if some fur gets ruffled along the way! Could the Tibbles be hiding Nadine? Or is the solution to the mystery closer to home? Strangers on a Train - Sue Ellen can't wait to travel on an old-fashioned train with her mom. It will be just like those black and white movies! But once aboard, Sue Ellen discovers that the train is not as spectacular as she had hoped - until she finds a mysterious diary on board. Could it belong to the ghost of the "Crown City Star"? ?

In this special two-part episode, Binky's family adopts a baby girl from China. Binky receives the news of getting a baby sister with great excitement, and he delights in helping prepare for her arrival and visiting China. Although at times Binky worries about how his life will change, and more importantly, whether his new sister will even like him! - Binky becomes the proudest big brother in Elwood City.

Does Binky have a favorite pastime? Not until citywide Bug Week, when suddenly all he can think about is butterflies. But is Binky's obsession with catching Big Blue Butterfly destined to make him the Captain Ahab of Elwood City? And what will become of Moby Dick...er, Big Blue, if it falls into Binky's clutches? In the second story, there's a horrible racket in Elwood City. Is it a sewer sucking machine? A turbo bug extermination device? No, it's Francine practicing her singing and drumming for the Talent Show! Should Arthur and the gang tell Francine that her act's a sure loser? How can they save their friend from certain humiliation...but save their friendship, too?

Brain's Easter egg hunts are notoriously hard. But this year's might prove impossible if Brain can't remember where he hid the final egg. To track down the missing memory, Brain, D.W., and Bud venture where no kid has gone before: Brain's brain! Educational Objective: Brain explores the inner workings of the brain. Crazy coincidences have prevented Brain from seeing a meteor shower in person. But this time, he's planned for everything. Will Brain finally satisfy his astronomical ambition...or is he cosmically cursed? Educational Objective: Arthur and friends realize that Brain always puts others' needs before his own, and resolve to help him accomplish a personal goal.

Buenas Noches, Vicita - Vicita Molina has lost her favorite book - a lovely South American tale of friendship and courage in the Amazon Jungle. No book means no sleep for Vicita - or for any of the Molinas. Since Vicita knows the story by heart, maybe D.W. and Arthur can help her find a way to re-create it and get the family back to sleep. Prunella Packs It In - Everyone knows that elementary school is way too early to start thinking about college - except for Prunella. Her older sister's anxiety about college is so contagious that Prunella piles on extra-curricular activities to make her more "appealing." Will she crack under the heavy load? Or will she learn to relax and focus on the things that she actually enjoys?

Carl has agreed to play the accordion for George's puppet show. But his routines are getting in the way of rehearsals. Now George must decide: keep Carl and risk the show, or replace Carl and risk his friendship? Educational Objective: George learns that, even though Carl has autism, he can still be relied upon to make a creative contribution. Buster enlists Binky's help to keep him from gorging on delicious Tuvaluna cookies. Will Buster's self-control hold...or crumble? Educational Objective: Buster learns the importance of self-control.

D.W. on Ice - D.W. tells her friends that she's a fantastic skater. The truth is, she can barely stand on ice! And with Emily's skating party coming up, how will D.W. face everyone and tell them the truth? Spoiled Rotten - Accused of being spoiled by her friends, Muffy sets about to prove them wrong by being the most charitable person around. But Francine is unimpressed by Muffy's token efforts - that is, until a used clothing store helps Muffy discover her true talents, and the true meaning of charity.

This animated series is based on Marc Brown's best-selling books about Arthur Read, an eight-year-old aardvark, his sister D.W., and their family and friends. D.W. wants to ride a two-wheeler like her brother, in "D.W. Rides Again." Arthur and Francine learn to work together in softball when "Arthur Makes the Team."

When D.W. discovers that she can get her own library card, she rejoices at the world of books waiting for her. (Now if only she could sign her name to get the card in the fist place...) In the second story, Arthur wonders if it's ever okay to hit someone. Sometimes you just get so mad, you wanna...pow! Arthur experiences considerable confusion, and finally clarity, as he finds himself on both ends of the hitting question.

Feeling Flush: When Elwood City experiences a drought, Francine bets Arthur that her family can use less water than his. But Francine is shocked to learn that, despite her conservation efforts, her water meter levels are twice as high as Arthur's! What's going on at the Frensky household? Will Francine find out who's behind the flushing frenzy? Family Fortune: The TV show, Treasure Caravan, is coming to Elwood City! Arthur and D.W. are convinced that in Grandma Thora's attic they'll find treasures that will make them famous on TV - and rich beyond their wildest dreams. But what they really discover is that family history and cultural traditions are far more precious.

Francine's Pilfered Paper - Thanksgiving can be a time for a long, relaxing weekend with family and friends. But for Mr. Ratburn, it's a chance to assign a five-page paper about the holiday! Instead of despairing like her friends, Francine finds the perfect Web site for her research, which she happily copies and pastes in a matter of minutes for her entire report. There's nothing wrong with that....is there? Buster Gets Real - Everyone loves the new "Top Supermarket" reality series on TV - everyone except Arthur. So when Buster stops watching Bionic Bunny to watch this popular new show, Arthur fears their friendship is over.

When Carl Met George - George is excited about spending time with his new friend, Carl, who seems to know all kind of cool facts about trains and about... well lots of things! Then George learns that Carl has Asperger's Syndrome - a form of autism that makes Carl see the world differently than most people. Can George and Carl remain good friends - and perhaps even learn from each other? DW Swims with the Fishes - D.W. and James enter the pre-school swim meet and recruit their big siblings to coach them. All goes swimmingly until Arthur and Molly start taking their jobs a little too seriously. Who's this race about, anyway?

A special episode of Bionic Bunny is interrupted, and Arthur, Buster, and George try to remember what comes next. But Carl is the only one who can straighten out the story. D.W. is excited to be taking care of the class bunny, Larry. But when Larry is feeling adventurous and wanders off, it's up to Ladonna the "Bunny Whisperer" to help get him back.

Hic or Treat - D.W. gets a case of the hiccups that just won't go away. No matter how much advice she gets from Arthur and his friends, she just can't find the right cure. (Well, at least her Halloween costume as "Hiccup Girl" is all set...) Will D.W. ever get relief - or will she have the hiccups for the rest of her life and set the world record? Mr. Alwaysright - It seems that Brain is always right about everything and it's really starting to get on Buster's nerves. But Buster is convinced that someday Brain will make a mistake - and when he does, Buster will be waiting. But is friendship really about being right or wrong?

This animated series is based on Marc Brown's best-selling books about Arthur Read, an eight-year-old aardvark, his sister D.W., and their family and friends. In "Meek For A Week," Muffy bets that Francine can't be nice for an entire week. Arthur finds himself with an unearned reputation due to a rumor, in "Arthur, World's Greatest Gleeper."

ARTHUR is based on the best-selling children's books by Marc Brown. The series revolves around an eight year-old aardvark, his four year-old sister DW, and their family and friends. ARTHUR is a show about being a kid, exploring the world, and finding your place in it. It's about kids finding inner strengths, learning to make choices for themselves, taking responsibility for them and of course, having fun. In each episode, Arthur and his gang guide us through stories that deal with real "kid issues" -- timeless difficulties and joys that all kids experience. The series also models the joys and rewards of literacy by presenting the many ways kids and adults incorporate reading and writing into their lives. Above all, ARTHUR is a comedy that tells its stories from a kids' point of view, never moralizing or talking down to them.

Mr. Ratburn is getting married! Arthur and the gang can't believe it. Teachers don't have lives outside of school, do they? / Arthur and Buster get into an argument over a video game and pretty soon the entire third grade class chooses sides. Will it be Team Arthur versus Team Buster forever?

Francine rallies the troops around a petition to help Lakewood Elementary protect the environment. Muffy wants to support her friends, but worries that their plans could put Crosswire Motors out of business. / Binky is convinced Mr. Ratburn's latest math test was too hard, so Brain suggests he conduct a poll to find out what the rest of the class thinks. There's a 100 percent chance that these polls will cause more trouble than Binky had accounted for.

Muffy is terrified when peregrine falcons build a nest right outside her bedroom window. Can her friends help her cure her ornithophobia? / Binky gets cast in a TV commercial and he's certain his career as a superstar has begun. But when filming the commercial conflicts with his commitment to perform in a talent show, he has to make a difficult decision.

It's the duel of the century as cellist Yo-Yo Ma faces jazz saxophonist Joshua Redman in the toughest gig of their careers...in the Elwood City library?! Whose music will rule after the greats duke it out in the battle of classical versus jazz? In the second story, will Arthur be exposed as a a baby show lover? What he gest hooked on "Love Ducks" he tries to hide it from his friends--not an easy feat since it's on at the same time as the new Bionic Bunny spin-off everyone's talking about!

ARTHUR is based on the best-selling children's books by Marc Brown. The series revolves around an eight year-old aardvark, his four year-old sister DW, and their family and friends. ARTHUR is a show about being a kid, exploring the world, and finding your place in it. It's about kids finding inner strengths, learning to make choices for themselves, taking responsibility for them and of course, having fun. In each episode, Arthur and his gang guide us through stories that deal with real "kid issues" -- timeless difficulties and joys that all kids experience. The series also models the joys and rewards of literacy by presenting the many ways kids and adults incorporate reading and writing into their lives. Above all, ARTHUR is a comedy that tells its stories from a kids' point of view, never moralizing or talking down to them.

ARTHUR is based on the best-selling children's books by Marc Brown. The series revolves around an eight year-old aardvark, his four year-old sister DW, and their family and friends. ARTHUR is a show about being a kid, exploring the world, and finding your place in it. It's about kids finding inner strengths, learning to make choices for themselves, taking responsibility for them and of course, having fun. In each episode, Arthur and his gang guide us through stories that deal with real "kid issues" -- timeless difficulties and joys that all kids experience. The series also models the joys and rewards of literacy by presenting the many ways kids and adults incorporate reading and writing into their lives. Above all, ARTHUR is a comedy that tells its stories from a kids' point of view, never moralizing or talking down to them.

Phony Fern - When Fern's parents give her a cell phone for "emergencies only," Fern is uninterested - until Muffy introduces her to the joys of personalized ring tones, texting, and incessant chatting! Fern becomes hooked, and starts to believe that nail polish consultations are "emergencies." But she realizes that although evolving technology is great, sometimes it's better to communicate the old-fashioned way, in person. Brain's Shocking Secret - Brain is the smartest kid in his class. Everyone knows that! What they don't know is that he was kept back in Kindergarten - and that's a fact Brain would like to keep secret. Will Binky spill the beans??

ARTHUR is based on the best-selling children's books by Marc Brown. The series revolves around an eight year-old aardvark, his four year-old sister DW, and their family and friends. ARTHUR is a show about being a kid, exploring the world, and finding your place in it. It's about kids finding inner strengths, learning to make choices for themselves, taking responsibility for them and of course, having fun. In each episode, Arthur and his gang guide us through stories that deal with real "kid issues" -- timeless difficulties and joys that all kids experience. The series also models the joys and rewards of literacy by presenting the many ways kids and adults incorporate reading and writing into their lives. Above all, ARTHUR is a comedy that tells its stories from a kids' point of view, never moralizing or talking down to them.

This animated series is based on Marc Brown's best-selling books about Arthur Read, an eight-year-old aardvark, his sister D.W., and their family and friends. In "So Long, Spanky," D.W.'s pet bird Spanky dies, and as she come to terms with this, she meets a new friend who happens to be a toad. Arthur feels sorry for himself when Buster stops paying attention to him in "Buster's New Friend."

ARTHUR is based on the best-selling children's books by Marc Brown. The series revolves around an eight year-old aardvark, his four year-old sister DW, and their family and friends. ARTHUR is a show about being a kid, exploring the world, and finding your place in it. It's about kids finding inner strengths, learning to make choices for themselves, taking responsibility for them and of course, having fun. In each episode, Arthur and his gang guide us through stories that deal with real "kid issues" -- timeless difficulties and joys that all kids experience. The series also models the joys and rewards of literacy by presenting the many ways kids and adults incorporate reading and writing into their lives. Above all, ARTHUR is a comedy that tells its stories from a kids' point of view, never moralizing or talking down to them.

Swept Away - It's summertime! Arthur, D.W. and Buster are spending a few days at the beach where they discover the simple joys of building sand castles. But can they save their beloved creation from the inevitable ocean tides? Germophobia - Buster's friends have had enough of his sloppy habits, so they band together to educate him on the realities of bacteria. But when Buster goes way overboard to avoid any kind of germs, his friends think he may have gone too far. Can they bring Buster back to reality before his pool party?

The Cherry Tree - Muffy will do anything to have a gigantic Dream Bouncy Castle at her party, or so she thinks. When her favorite cherry tree is cut down to make room for the castle in her yard, she starts to have regrets. Then to make matters worse, she learns that cutting down trees hurts the environment, too. What can Muffy do to fix the damage she's done? Matchmaker Matchbreaker - Francine and Muffy scheme to set up their older siblings Chip and Catherine. If the two got married that would make the girls sisters! But plans go awry, and Francine and Muffy decide that merging families may not be for the best.

What would happen if Arthur and his friends entered a contest to write story ideas for the favorite television show? The kids realize that winning would be great but that writing and sharing is the best part. In the sceond story, D.W. has discovered science. But D.W.'s new-found passion proves that a little knowledge is a dangerous thing. Can Arthur get D.W. to the Exploratorium before she convinces all the kids that the sky is blue because brown and green were already taken?

ARTHUR is based on the best-selling children's books by Marc Brown. The series revolves around an eight year-old aardvark, his four year-old sister DW, and their family and friends. ARTHUR is a show about being a kid, exploring the world, and finding your place in it. It's about kids finding inner strengths, learning to make choices for themselves, taking responsibility for them and of course, having fun. In each episode, Arthur and his gang guide us through stories that deal with real "kid issues" -- timeless difficulties and joys that all kids experience. The series also models the joys and rewards of literacy by presenting the many ways kids and adults incorporate reading and writing into their lives. Above all, ARTHUR is a comedy that tells its stories from a kids' point of view, never moralizing or talking down to them.

The Making of Arthur - Matt Damon guest-stars in animated form as the host of a new series, "Postcards from You." When the Oscar # winning star puts out a call for homemade videos for his TV show, he sets off a frantic rush among Arthur and his gang to film their lives. Could the experiences of kids in Elwood City really interest a television audience? They'll have to wait and see if Matt Damon thinks so. (Note: This episode promotes the real "Postcards from You" initiative that encourages kids around the country to make their own videos.) Dancing Fools - Mrs. Molina is a teaching a dance class for kids. The class creates the opportunity for some unlikely dance pairings - Muffy and Binky, D.W. and the Tibbles, and, the most unlikely of all, Francine and George. Will the two survive the dance class? Or, could they possibly emerge as the next Fred and Ginger?

Arthur and friends are all faced with seemingly impossible tasks, from fixing a model biplane to babysitting D.W. (!). But they each encounter a mysterious and magical device that solves all their problems. What is that thing?1! In the second story, Buster knows he's fun, but he's beginning to feel like he's not particularly good at anything. Arthur knows he's smart, but he's beginning to feel like he's boring. When Buster and Arthur try to become like each other, everyone feels confused!

When Mighty Mountain's school building gets flooded, the Lakewood Elementary students have to share everything with them: their classroom, their cafeteria food, and even their science fair secrets! / The Internet is out! How will Muffy post to her blog?! How will Buster research aliens?! Uh oh, looks like the gang will be stuck with the most boring day ever.

ESPERANZA SPALDING'S DISCIPLINE(S) - The highly distinguished musician, Esperanza Spalding does more than just make music, she's trying to change the world. LEE CHILD: NOT "THE MAN" - Lee Child left his former life behind to author an unlikely hero- Jack Reacher. A vagrant vigilante who reaps justice for the underdog. Over the course of the past two decades, Child and Reacher have sold millions of books worldwide. NICK PHAN: FORGING CONNECTION - The award-winning tenor, Nicholas Phan explores the world in song, merging cultures while uncovering immense value in all of our differences.

JONATHAN SAFRAN FOER: ILLUMINATING EVERYTHING The best-selling author Jonathan Safran Foer writes to interrogate his own past, and all of our futures. NATE POWELL: DRAWING ON EXPERIENCE Tori Marchiony profiles the superstar graphic novelist Nate Powell, who's known for beautifully rendered comics with a strong moral core. GUSTAVO DUDAMEL: PLAYING NICELY The Venezuelan-born conductor Gustavo Dudamel is on a mission to sow harmony. In the concert hall, and beyond.

PERPETUAL ANDREW MOTION Tori Marchiony profiles former U.K. Poet Laureate Sir Andrew Motion. He's five decades in, and still finding room to grow. VIJAY IYER: KEY CHANGES Among the most highly regarded jazz pianists of his time, Vijay Iyer has made his instrument of choice an instrument of discovery. SUSAN CHOI: INTERROGATOR OF TRUTH Susan Choi's books reflect her skepticism of authority. As Tori Marchiony reports, she even questions the credibility of the characters she creates.

JOHN DARNIELLE: FROM SELF-DESTRUCTION TO SELF-CONSTRUCTION John Darnielle has excelled as a front-man, songwriter and author, by overcoming an innately self-destructive personality. ELIZABETH ACEVEDO'S LITERARY REALIZATIONS As a grownup, Elizabeth Acevedo realized that the books she had needed as a child still didn't exist. So, she wrote them herself. MEG SALIGMAN: THE BIG PICTURE The scale of Meg Saligman's murals is difficult to grasp close up. But, the stories they tell are all in the details.

STEPHANIE BLYTHE: UNCAGED Stephanie Blythe was one of the fastest rising stars in opera when an anxiety disorder threatened to take her down. But she refused to let it be her undoing. DIANA AL-HADID: EXCAVATING THE MUSE The story of Gradiva- a sculpture that came to life captured public imagination at the start of the 20th century. Today, the artist Diana Al-Hadid has resurrected her. (WHAT'S SO FUNNY ABOUT) NICK LOWE? As a young singer-songwriter, Nick Lowe was preoccupied with looking cool and getting famous. But, as Tori Marchiony reports, he didn't REALLY find his groove until he dropped the act.

BILLY COLLINS: THE PEOPLE'S POET Billy Collins is one of the best-selling poets alive. Perhaps because his works effortlessly magnify the small details that make life worth living. GEMMA NEW: IN NAME AND NATURE The conductor Gemma New has followed opportunity around the world. As Tori Marchiony reports, a decade in, she's finally arrived. MING PEIFFER: NOT A "USUAL GIRL" The award-winning writer Ming Peiffer forges works for stage and screen that deconstruct her own observations and experiences of life today.

AARON SORKIN'S SECOND ACT Aaron Sorkin is best known for his award-winning screenwriting- A Few Good Men, The West Wing, Moneyball, The Newsroom. But his first love is the theater. RHIANNON GIDDENS' LIVING HISTORY Singer, instrumentalist and folk historian Rhiannon Giddens is on a musical mission, to remind us of what we all share. Regardless of who we are or where we're from.

CAROLINE SHAW IN CONCERT Caroline Shaw is one of the most original new voices in contemporary music. Yet her latest project sees her turning her ears to, of all things, cover versions.

KT TUNSTALL: FROM THE ASHES The Scottish singer-songwriter KT Tunstall realized she was becoming a pop music cliche- on top, but unhappy. Tori Marchiony reports, that it was then she decided it was time to change. PAM TANOWITZ: OUT OF THE SHADOWS Pam Tanowitz is among the finest choreographers in modern dance. But she refuses to put her feet up. NATASHA TRETHEWEY'S REDEMPTION Natasha Trethewey coped with the tragedies of her young life by turning them into exceptional poetry. But those wounds will never fully heal.

See how new immigrants from China, Japan and beyond, despite anti-Asian laws, build railroads, dazzle in Hollywood and fight for equality. Then, the first generation of U.S.-born Asian Americans have their loyalties tested during World War II.

Revisit the turn of the millennium, when Asian Americans are empowered by growing numbers and rising influence but face a reckoning of what it means to be an American in an increasingly polarized society.

Learn how Asian Americans are targeted as perpetual foreigners during the Cold War. A younger generation fights for equality in the fields, on campuses and in the culture, and new immigrants and war refugees expand the definition of Asian American.

Thrill to an hour with fast-rising blues rocker Gary Clark Jr. The Austin singer-songwriter and guitarist performs songs from his highly acclaimed album "This Land."

Thrill to an hour with legendary keyboardist and composer Herbie Hancock. The jazz innovator surveys his decades-long career in his ACL debut.

Thrill to an hour with progressive R&B maverick Janelle Monae as the singer and actress performs songs from her acclaimed LP Dirty Computer.

Savor an hour-long set with songwriting legend John Prine. The veteran musician performs songs from his critically acclaimed recent album "The Tree of Forgiveness," as well as gems from his catalog.

Live it up with some contemporary country. Texan Kacey Musgraves essays tunes from her acclaimed album "Golden Hour." Son of outlaw country legend Willie Nelson, roots rocker Lukas Nelson and his band present songs from their self-title release.

AUSTIN CITY LIMITS continues its longstanding tradition of showcasing the best of original American music and beyond. Musical styles range from contemporary and traditional pop to rock, country, blues, bluegrass, Latin, folk, roots and more. All find a home on the AUSTIN CITY LIMITS stage.

Enjoy an hour-long set from pop singer-songwriter Maggie Rogers. The author of hits "Lights On" and "Alaska" plays songs from her hit album "Heard It in a Past Life."

Thrill to the best in American roots music with singer-songwriter Patty Griffin and New Orleans rockers The Revivalists. Griffin and her backing duo perform songs from her self-titled LP. The Revivalists play tunes from their album "Take Good Care."

Savor an hour with Americana star Steve Earle playing the songs of his mentor, Texas songwriter Guy Clark. Accompanied by his band The Dukes, Earle performs cuts from his Clark tribute album "Guy."

Grammy nominated Michigan favorite Betty Joplin lends her vocal styling to some of the greatest standards ever written. Includes "At Last," "Stormy Weather," and more. Joplin is backed by Larry Barrs, guitar; Jim Alfredson, keyboards; Jeff Shoup, drums. Recorded at Lansing JazzFest 2015 in the capital city's historic Old Town district.

Detroit-based Chris Canas brings the blues with a homestyle feel to a new generation. Highlights: "Little Bluebird," with guest "Frog" Forgey and the title track of the new album "Would Ya Mind." In the band with Canas are Angela Cottingham, vocals; Kevin Schoepke, bass; Michael Scott, drums; and Chris Nordman, keyboards. Recorded at Michigan BluesFest 2015 in Lansing's historic Old Town district.

Detroit-based Chris Canas brings the blues with a homestyle feel to a new generation. Highlights: "Little Bluebird," with guest "Frog" Forgey and the title track of the new album "Would Ya Mind." In the band with Canas are Angela Cottingham, vocals; Kevin Schoepke, bass; Michael Scott, drums; and Chris Nordman, keyboards. Recorded at Michigan BluesFest 2015 in Lansing's historic Old Town district.

Donald Kinsey, son of blues great Big Daddy Kinsey, brings a deeply rooted blues vibe to the stage with his infectious guitar playing and undeniable groove. Joining Kinsey are the Dewaynes featuring Craig "Griff" Griffith on harmonica and vocals. Together they jam to hits including "Got my Mojo Workin'" and "Hoochie Coochie Man." Recorded at Michigan BluesFest 2015 in historic Old Town.

Back for an encore presentation, Donald Kinsey, son of blues great Big Daddy Kinsey, brings a deeply rooted blues vibe to the stage with his infectious guitar playing and undeniable groove. Joining Kinsey are the Dewaynes featuring Craig "Griff" Griffith on harmonica and vocals. Together they jam to "The Sky is Crying" and "Jamming." Recorded at Michigan BluesFest 2015 historic Old Town.

Former Michigan State University Jazz students George DeLancey, bass, and Jon Beshay, sax, bring jazz to life alongside Rick Roe, piano, and Sean Dobbins, drums. The George DeLancey Quartet featured "The Piano by the Window" and "Melancholy Evening" during this performance recorded at Lansing JazzFest 2015 in Lansing's historic Old Town district.

Bandleader and drummer Mike Daniels brings together some of Michigan's most talented veteran players for a set of swinging, rocking, soulful blues. Includes "Messin' with the Kid" and "Bacon Fat." With Steve Pinckney, guitar; Doc Yankee, keyboards; Dave Dudt, keyboards, trombone; Mike Smalley, bass; Gary Clavette, sax. Recorded at Michigan BluesFest 2015 in Lansing's historic Old Town district.

The Fareed Haque & Tony Monaco Trio featuring Randy Gelispie includes some of the most innovative musicians in jazz today. Haque showcases a unique twist on jazz guitar, while Monaco's organ playing takes each song for a ride. The trio is rounded out with drummer Gelispie. Songs featured include "Furry Slippers," and "My One and Only Love." Recorded at Lansing JazzFest 2015.

This encore presentation includes Fareed Haque on guitar, Tony Monaco on organ and featuring drummer Randy Gelispie. Together this trio takes a unique twist on jazz with songs including "Flood in Franklin Park" and "Alio E Olio." Recorded at Lansing JazzFest 2015 in Lansing's historic Old Town district.

Julien plots an audacious move to frame Constantin, which ends in bloodshed.

Julien finds the money, but Edward makes a reckless move that puts the case in jeopardy.

Julien Baptiste hunts for a missing prostitute in Amsterdam's seamy criminal underworld.

Julien discovers the inside source, bringing the case to a devastating conclusion.

Edward finally confesses the exact nature of his relationship with Natalie and Constantin.

Julien makes a shocking discovery about the true identity of Edward Stratton.

BBC WORLD NEWS: The latest global news from the world's largest news broadcaster. The newscasts contain all the most up-to-date news, interviews, analysis, business reports and world sports news.

BBC WORLD NEWS AMERICA delivers coverage and analysis of international events and issues with a fresh perspective, connecting the dots between the United States and the world. Katty Kay serves as series anchor.

The first episode features fabric elements. Tammy Honaman shows knotting two ways using non- traditional cotton pearls. Then, Lindsey Burke creates a woven bracelet in a metal blank that mimics the look of Pendleton wools or a traditional woven Navajo design. Last is host Katie Hacker with a yarn tassel.

The element of fiber takes different forms from fabric to cording on this episode. Tammy Honaman is first with a copper fringed tassel featuring fabric. Then, Beth Simmons creates a micro macrame leather cuff. Finally, Leslie Rogalski presents the popular waxed cord bracelets.

The inspirational element for this episode is heritage and history, featuring an in depth look at Czech seed beads. Beth Simmons talks about their history, use in the brick stitch and a unique project, fringed earrings.

Think out of the box, or maybe actually use that box as we explore the element of metal. Mary Hettmansperger creates pendants from old metal tins and assembles using cold connection techniques. Then, it's time for metal clay basics with Tammy Honaman, a very different metal medium.

Metal comes in so many shapes and forms. Explore two very different types on this episode. First, Leslie Rogalski creates a centerline bracelet, the actual bracelet is pre-shaped chevron metal with holes and an opening to string seed beads. Then, Tammy Honaman has another metal clay lesson.

Time can be an element of jewelry design and this episode is all about speed - quick and easy projects that include prefinished components and unique materials. First, Leslie Rogalski shows how to stitch a suite of variations of finished jewelry using shaped beads and metal fashion components; mix and match for quick designing. Then, Julie Fei Fan Balzer, the host of Make It Artsy, stops by with cork earrings.

The key elements on this episode are beautiful semi-precious stones highlighted by intricate wire work with Wyatt White.

Shape up today, as two projects are featured where shape is a key element. The first is a bracelet loom project featuring tila beads. Tammy Honaman makes interesting shape combos. Then, Jill Wiseman shares an updated version of kumihimo. Interesting shapes are created using cords and beads.

One necklace is the catalyst for a multitude of techniques on this episode. Rita Pannulla is dapping, stamping and setting crystals for a versatile necklace that is a great tutorial and a beautiful interchangeable piece.

The feature element is tools. Learning to use your tools correctly and safely gives you the maximum benefit of specialty tools. Meet Melissa Muir as she transforms metal using a rolling mill and disc cutters as you become your own metal smith.

Jewelry is not always predictable, sometimes the unexpected adds a fun element. Nowhere is that truer than with Gay Isber as she makes an embellished crown using clay and embedded gems perfect for cosplay, dress up or maybe wedding wear. Then, it's Lindsey Burke and combining leather and seed beads.

Water is the inspiration for this episode. Learn a new technique with Eva Sherman, water casting. Then, Leslie Rogalski has a lesson on the chevron stitch featuring a tutorial on color stories.

Get wired, as we explore the use of different colors, styles and dimensions of wire. Wire expert Brenda Schweder is first with a faux filigree design using a jig to bend wire. Then, Beth Simmons shows how to use as wire as the framework for a musical wind chime.

Sometime all we need is a walk outside to jump start our creativity. A simple breath of fresh air clears our head and allows to ideas to form. Nature all by itself is inspiring. Today Nealay Patel uses the branches of a tree to prompt a design for a necklace. Then leaves motivate Candie Cooper to create fringed leather leaf earrings. Finally Tammy Honaman has peyote with a twist.

Do you consider yourself a jewelry artist? Is jewelry your hobby or day to day job? What happens when your hobby and leisure activity becomes a real business, how does that change your style? This episode explores 2 aspects of making jewelry making your career. First Robin Kramer offers suggestions for developing a booth; what components you need for a successful venue to sell your creations. Then Brenda Schweder shares her tips for making live videos - an integral part of marketing your work to a larger audience online and thru social media. Finally Tammy Honaman returns with a continuation of her enamel lesson and the basics to getting started.

Artists approach materials in creative ways by taking a fresh look. We begin with a look at dichroic glass beads. Then artist syndee holt is back with clay in a new format; liquid rather than solid. Candie Cooper finishes up with a necklace inspired by the months of the year and their corresponding gemstone for a beautiful gift.

Inspiration doesn't always come easy for artists. Sometimes premade "helpers" get our message across. We begin with our feature bead style - today is ceramics. Then artist, Eva Sherman starts out with a premade metal cuff to display mokume gane polymer. Artist, Candie Cooper is next with a paisley pendant aided by a die cut. Finally Tamara Honaman shows how to solder with premade bezel blanks.

Being in the city inspires a whole different vibe to your design. Kate Richbourg is inspired by commerce and the use of coins all over the world - using coins to make buttons and clasps. Then part 2 of fabrication with Julie Sanford. Turn all of those wires into a cuff. We finish up with Tammy Honaman and making chain using metal.

Excursions of all kinds whether online, in books or via photos can help us develop our sense of place. Today's designers have 2 different journeys for their inspiration. Lindsay Burke looks to a favorite ocean front locale to create her piece from resin. Then Kate Richbourg shares a design she calls Odyssey using waxed linen and beads for a very international vibe.

Sometimes we get our sense of place right at home and other times our motivation comes from far off places and a sense of the exotic ; something different from our every day. In this episode designers moved beyond their comfort zone. Up first Tracy Gonzales creates hamsa earrings featuring sari silk. Then Nealay Patel is back with earrings inspired by the exotic peacock. Finally Tammy Honaman has tips for hiding fibers with an exotic and international flare when using a loom.

Developing your sense of place also includes those imaginary locations you see only in your mind. In this episode we explore ice castles, or more accurately, cold and ice, conjuring up clean lines, colors of white, silver and blue, and sunlight shimmering on snow or ice. Lindsay Burke begins with an architecture inspired necklace highlighted by crystals. Then it's 3 quick projects with Leslie Rogalski featuring crystals and tools. Finally Tammy Honaman makes chain with loops and crystals.

Artists see things differently. Our first featured bead type is pierced metal. Then artist Kate Richbourg creates Frida Kahlo inspired ear wires that feature the motifs in her paintings. Next artist Brenda Schweder encases found objects in a Joseph Cornell inspired piece that shows off his iconic style. Tamara Honaman ends the episode with the first of a series of projects highlighting artists' favorite materials. She begins with the art of the chenille stitch and how changing the color and finish changes the design.

India has its own original look, or we should say multiple looks! Whether bold jewel tones, musical metals and bells, or a more mystical element, this is a style easily recognized. Kate Richbourg demonstrates Bollywood bracelets. Then Kim O'Neill introduces us to prayer beads or malas - a traditional tool used to count the number of times a mantra is recited, or breaths while meditating.

Visit the factories and industrial manufacturing plants for a more gritty inspiration. Brenda Schweder creates statement pieces with the wire wrapping techniques. Then meet Julie Sanford for part 1 of the fundamentals of fabrication using found metal and wire. Finally Tammy Honaman has a lesson on texture hammers.

We begin with a look at polymer beads in all of their different forms. Then artist, syndee holt demonstrates a project entitled 4 sisters. It's a set of 4 companion pieces in the style of modern art - with bold graphics. We finish up with bead artist, Allie Buchman and bead weaving using various shaped beads in different designs.

Shape and scale play an important role in all types of art but they are even more important in beads. We begin with our bead material guide and carved beads. Then Allie Buchman joins us for a tutorial on Czech bead shapes. Next Ashley Bunting creates basic wire frames to make earrings. We finish up with peyote basics from Tamara Honaman and the art of color and edging.

A key to making art accessible is to introduce it to our daily life. We begin with cast metal beads and pendants in our final bead inspiration. Then Jackie Truty introduces us to the technique of scraffito, using it to make plates to adorn our home. We end with Candie Cooper and a geometric bohemian necklace with a simple design easy enough for beginners.

This season is all about learning from the masters but we'd be remiss if we didn't also take time to feature some modern ingenuity. Katie takes a look at beads inspired by Monet as a nod to the past. Then Aja Vaz brings us into the current world with modern torches and making tube shaped beads. Then Katie is back with old meets new, as we look at new ways to set crystals. Finally Tamara shows us new and old loom types.

In the hands of an artist - even the simplest materials take on a new life. We begin with stone cabochons. Then artist Ashley Bunting uses jump rings and crimp tubes to make a simple chainmaille style chain with the most basic of materials. Then Katie creates a prayer mantra bracelet inspired by ancient art. Finally, learn the basics of fine silver metal clay and torch firing with artist Tamara Honaman and complete a necklace using just a pendant and simple leather cording.

This season we're exploring how to develop your sense of place and how it influences our design. One factor we haven't touched upon is designing with a strong focus on the end product and its use. Today is all about cuffs. They provide a different surface and a design aesthetic based on their shape. Leslie Rogalski is first with centerline cuffs with a Native American design. Then Candie Cooper uses leather for her cuff design. Finally Tammy Honaman is back for another short lesson, featuring safety tips for working with enamel.

In this episode we investigate peaceful pursuits - when the actual making along with the finished product give us a sense of peace and a calm. Kim O'Neill demonstrates a piece entitled "breathe deep for calming" and adding scents to a lava rock bracelet. Then meet Jill Wiseman for bead weaving - the back and forth repetition can give that sense of peace. Finally Kate Richbourg creates bead lariats in intricate patterns but simply constructed.

Travel is not required to develop a sense of place, certain colors and materials might be the look you gravitate towards. This episode looks at southwest designs and its distinctive color palette and patterns. First, it's knitting with wire with Sara Oehler for a southwest look. Then meet Tracy Gonzales and a curved feather bracelet. Finally Kate Richbourg has a bonus lesson to share. Desert landscapes and warm colors provide today's sense of place!

Not all places are actual locations! We extend our sense of place to techniques and styles that happen in stages. Just as our design style evolves over time, so do many projects plus our own jewelry making can take many turns from hobby to business. The first guest today is Robin Kramer for a more business-like approach to jewelry making and what it takes to develop a cohesive collection. Then Leslie Rogalski has a project on an endless loom - just when do you stop? Learning to know when is another part of design.

A common thread for all artists is their relationship with color. Sometimes its bold, sometimes it's muted and other times it's noticeably absent. We begin with favorite beads inspired by Van Gogh and a bold look at color. Then artist Kate Richbourg presents an artwork color study - laddering with thread. We finish up with artist Aja Vaz and creating hollow glass beads in a multitude of colors.

Making art is a process that requires start to finish instructions. Tamara Honaman is up first with the basics of bead embroidery - what you need, the tools, and various finishes and shapes. Then meet Katie Baum as she takes you through a sterling ring from start to finish - learn about kilns and working in sterling.

When you talk about art, we often imagine a painstaking process that takes a lot of time, but today's artists are here to show speedy techniques that still create beautiful works of art! Wyatt White starts us out with 4 projects. They are super-fast and introduce a new technique. Then Eva Sherman has tips for soldering jump rings, make a lot to start and then get creative. Tamara Honaman finishes up with ways to bring mixed media into your jewelry with resin. The process is super-fast minus the drying time.

Artists are known for taking an unconventional approach to their art - often introducing "non art" supplies to their work. First we look at stamped metal for inventive beads. Then Candie Cooper throws a curve and uses cookie tins for her project. Next Kate Richbourg throws out the loom for a lalique bracelet that is loom free. We'll finish up with artist Tamara Honaman as she manipulates right angle weave to turn it into shapes and beads.

Inspiration can come from a style, an artist, or the material itself. Today's artists get their creative jump start from wire. Our feature bead type is lamp work beads and soft glass vs borosilicate. Then, artist Brenda Schweder is back with a Calder inspired modern, wire art necklace. Then, inventor Wyatt White takes wire weaving to a new level making an intricate bangle.

Today Gary shows you how to create the pretty look of lattice on your canvas. Several Pink and Red Roses are climbing up the lattice. Graceful vines and buds complete this painting.

Today, Kathwren invites her husband Gary to paint along with her as she paints a big and colorful Rooster portrait. He is so real looking with his bright Red comb. He is painted on a complimentary Green background accented by a Black and White country check border. Join Kathwren en Gary as they paint together on this fun show today.

Pretty and happy Geraniums are what Gary paints today. Bright Red flowers with complimentary Green leaves on a warm Brown and Beige background. This painting is very fast and easy, so give it a try.

Join Gary today as he paints a fun painting of a Gold Fish. This beautiful fish has bright Red and Orange accents and a large graceful tail and fins. Gary shows you a fun and easy way to paint the look of underwater coral and a fast way to paint little bubbles.

Today's painting features one sunny Golden Tea Rose on a rich Dark Brown background with Red accents. Several Rose buds and beautiful Green leaves are added to one of Gary's favorite flowers to paint.

Today's painting shows a cool Blue pond with soft Green Lily pads and White Lotus Blossoms. Greenery in the distance and a fallen tree branch add to the interest of this fun and easy painting, demonstrated by Gary.

A strikingly beautiful painting is taught today. Gary paints a large graphic style of oriental Lily. This beautiful big White Lily with soft Pink and Yellow accent colors is painted on a dark Cobalt Blue background. This realistic Lily is very easy to paint.

Gary paints a large realistic Magnolia flower. This dramatic White flower is painted on a White background with soft pastel colors. Large Dark Green leaves really make this beautiful flower stand out. A Magnolia bud and Baby's Breath completes the painting.

Gary paints a tropical look today that features a White Egret standing among the tall Marshland grasses. A quick and easy acrylic background gives the look of grass that is fun and effective.

A beautiful single Tea Rose, cascades gracefully down the canvas. Long tropical leaves as well as Rose leaves are painted in Cool Blue and Mauve tones. Rose buds and vines are added and painted on a dark background.

The painting Gary shows today is so dramatic with its' rich, warm Red/ Orange Roses. With shades of Green and Gold leaves, this painting really glows against the Black background. Beautiful bright Cobalt and Aqua Blue small flowers complete the composition.

Today Kathwren paints a charming painting of a cute little Black and Yellow wild bird that rests on a branch above a mass of greenery. Today's lesson demonstrates how to paint the layers of leaves and ferns, just what this little bird is looking for to build her nest.

This is such an easy painting to do. Gary starts with a loose, abstract, acrylic background, then adds a cute little Wild Bird on a branch. With the design in the background, you can just imagine the leaves blowing on a windy day.

Today Gary paints a floral Bouquet of two beautiful Rose colored Peonies. Lush Green foliage and White Daisies are added to the Bouquet that has a Mauve and White background.

Big White Poppies accented with Mauve colored edges are painted by Gary today. Lovely Blue and White Daisy's and light and airy Baby's Breath are added to the Poppies and painted on a dark background of Black and Blue.

Peaceful and serene is this White Swan gliding across the sparkling water. Tall grasses in the foreground set the swan back into the distance. Gary shows you how to paint this calming and very easy painting.

Join Kathwren as she paints her favorite flower. Today it's three soft old fashioned English Roses in colors of Mauve, Pink and White. Shades of soft Blue and Green foliage is added and painted on a textured pastel Pink background.

Today Gary paints a beautiful bright Red Cardinal sitting on a snow covered branch. This painting demonstrates how easy it is to paint the Pine Tree boughs and the glistening snow.

Join Nancy Zieman at the Quilt Expo in Madison, WI, for a modern gathering of all things quilting. The term "quilting bee" might bring to mind faded images of women gathered around a quilt stretched on a frame. Now, ponder the term "modern quilting bee," an image with thousands of quilt enthusiasts at a convention center.

Create different quilt designs from a 4-patch block by changing dimensions and color. Nancy Zieman starts this mini-series with a basic quilt block, the time-honored 4-patch design, and details the piecing techniques. Then watch as she changes it up, adjusting the sizes of the 4-patch design and working with modern color options. The results are dramatic, yet the sewing techniques are the same. This is an ideal series for beginner quilters.

Make a Square Within a Square quilt block; then vary the fabric sizes for creative options. Learn to make a Square Within a Square block the traditional way; then change the mix, varying the length of the fabric pieces to stitch a Rectangle Within a Rectangle and a modern Floating Square block. All blocks and quilt designs are made with Nancy Zieman's signature streamline quilting techniques.

Make a 9-patch block; then change fabric sizes to show artistic options. Nancy Zieman shows you the basics of stitching the versatile 9-patch quilt block, and then she details how to take a fresh approach toward assembling the block to change it up! Modify the size of the fabric strips, use fabric scraps to make a vintage quilt, or change the color to provide artistic options.

Frame your quilt with beautiful borders that are not only artistic, but "fearless." Nancy Zieman addresses basic border options with ideas for cutting, mitering, working with odd angles, flanges, and cornerstones. She includes pieced border techniques that are simple, yet inspiring, such as piano key, scrappy checkerboard, and 4-patch.

Finish up those stashed quilts with simple layering and quilting techniques and...no stress. Nancy Zieman takes the "ouch" out of finishing quilt tops-fearless and fun! Start by layering and pinning (or fusing), then learn easy no fear quilting options, basic to creative, and all done on your sewing machine-no hand sewing. Quilt layers by stitching in the ditch, "decorative tie" stitches, or fearless stippling.

Are your stashed quilts "in a bind?" Overcome the fear of applying binding with Nancy Zieman's easy methods. Learn how to cut and apply traditional binding and binding for unique shapes (curves, hexagons, and more) including effortless mitered corners. Plus, Nancy shares ideas for using prepackaged binding with perfect results.

Start with a digital photo and create an awesome quilted fabric photograph. Nancy Zieman's guest, Tammie Bowser, award winning quilter, shares her amazing technique of transforming a digital photo into quilted photography. Learn how to change a photo into pixels, choose fabrics by color value, and create a unique wall hanging.

Add the finishing touches to a gorgeous photograph wall hanging. During this second episode with Nancy Zieman and guest Tammie Bowser, learn how to put the finishing touches on a quilted photograph wall hanging. Also, learn how to improve your design by using specific fabric values and positioning of the fabric pieces in an organic manner.

Take the annoyance out of creating quilt blocks that contain triangle shapes. Nancy Zieman demonstrates how to make no-hassle 1/2 square triangles using the speediest, most accurate and no-math ways. Among the 1/4 square triangle quilt blocks featured in this program are the Box Quilt, Shadow Play, Godey Design, Square in a Square, May Basket and Nancy's Spool blocks. Nancy uses these blocks in a sampler quilt featured in the series.

Make 1/4 square and 1/2 square triangles without cutting a single triangle! Learn to make 1/4 square triangles and modified 1/4 square triangles-Nancy Zieman teaches an easy method where no actual triangles are cut, only squares. Quilt blocks featured in this program range from beginner to experienced levels including the 1/4 Square Dance, Boy's Nonsense, Silent Star, Ohio Star, Star of Hope, and Card Trick blocks. Nancy uses these blocks in a sampler quilt featured in the series.

Turn old school quilting into new school technology when using an embroidery machine for quilting. Eileen Roche, embroidery pro, joins Nancy Zieman to show how to hoop a quilt and handle the bulk with ease while stitching the designs automatically. Learn tips and techniques from quilting a table runner to a queen-sized quilt.

See how to turn your embroidery machine into a quilting machine with Nancy Zieman and guest, Eileen Roche, embroidery specialist. Nancy and Eileen show how the traditional way of quilting can be revolutionized, letting the computerized machine do the tricky stitching. Learn four of the eight embroidery lessons.

Create carefree curved designs without ever cutting a curve! Nancy Zieman takes the stress out of piecing traditional quilt block designs such as the Drunkard's Path, Blackbird Pie, and Mill Wheel. Learn the secret that eliminates concave and convex curves as you create easy quilt projects.

Make traditional to super-sized quilt blocks with easy carefree curves. Tedious quilting methods are a thing of the past! Nancy Zieman gives a facelift to timely quilt block designs such as Hearts and Gizzards, Fan, and Wagon Wheel. Learn unconventional yet simple techniques for quilting curves, plus options for making big, dynamic quilt blocks.

Be inspired to create memorable gifts for many different occasions. Mary Mulari, Sewing With Nancy's most frequent guest, joins Nancy Zieman to teach you to sew creative gifts for everyone. Nancy and Mary inspire you to use repurposed meaningful fabric for your heartfelt creations. Including Mary's December Countdown Calendar, Two-Pocket Shoe Bag and Girlfriend's Shopping Purse.

Learn to stitch a welcomed gift with lots of memories attached. Nancy Zieman and her friend Mary Mulari share clever gift ideas made from vintage hankies and doilies, ties, towels, and laminated bags. Learn to make useful gifts that create memories and are attractive conversation pieces.

Make easy projects all starting with rectangles and squares. Nancy Zieman creates timesaving gifts such as a cosmetic bag, tote, and luggage saddlebag using comparable sewing steps, straight stitching, and double-sided quilted fabric. Plus, all of the projects start with easy patterns-rectangles and squares!

Streamline sewing for modern projects with a little ingenuity. Hold-it Sacks for electronic devices, fabric bins for organizing, and wall pockets with a decorator's touch create pizazz in your home. Nancy Zieman uses easy rectangles and squares for patterns. Work with cotton or laminated fabric in your own customized color range-fresh and functional!

Organize accessories, update decor, or travel with these simple yet handy projects-great gifts! Start with rectangles and squares, then add specialty fabric and trim to create attractive usable projects. Nancy Zieman highlights projects such as jewelry caddies, ironing blankets, a closet organizer, and a pillow wrap. Sew these simple projects using straight stitches, unique fabrics, and easy sewing techniques!

Nancy Zieman teaches pattern fitting using her time-tested pivot and slide techniques. Choose the right pattern size, and custom-fit patterns without cutting the original pattern pieces apart. Practice along using free mini-patterns that you can download online. This first episode centers on easily fitting tops, dresses, and skirts.

Gain sewing confidence when you learn Nancy Zieman's easy pattern fitting techniques. Traditional techniques are set aside and a no-nonsense approach called Pivot and Slide is taught. Once you know the basics as seen in episode one, Nancy shows how to apply these steps to patterns that have multiple pattern pieces.

Learn firsthand about ties that bind a Sewing and Stitchery Expo together. Nancy Zieman interviews people that bring together the largest "sewing community-the Sewing and Stitchery Expo in Puyallup, WA. Among those interviewed were Pati Palmer, renowned pattern designer; Tula Pink, fabric designer; Kathy Marrone, editor of Vogue Patterns magazine; Candice Jewett, sewing/quilting teacher; Tina Torrey, Kathy Ackley, Brittany Revel, and Debbie Wilson, customers/students; and Joanne Ross, celebrating 30 years as director and founder of the expo.

Nancy Zieman shows tried and true methods for simple sewing. Over the years Nancy tweaked sewing and quilting steps to make them easier and for the best looking results. In this program she shares some of the easiest ways to layout, cut, and mark fabric; sew darts; gather four different ways; and add elastic. Whether you're a new sewer or looking for a refresher class, these techniques are the easiest!

Nancy Zieman takes the most requested sewing techniques and simplifies them. Nancy minimizes sewing effort and makes it easy and fun to sew clothing and home dec accessories using nontraditional methods. Learn the "hands-down easiest way" to sew collars, corners, and sleeves.

Nancy Zieman shares straightforward advice for making sewing fun using easy techniques. Sew simple pockets, facings, and even an invisible zipper-Nancy shows you how, using the absolute easiest techniques. She includes the easiest method for mitering a corner, grading seam allowances, stitching facings that lie flat, and a new approach for stitching an invisible zipper.

Wispy palm trees and warm pink sky, Bob Ross' drops a tropical seascape onto the canvas just before revealing a charming seashell shape.

Watch and learn as Bob Ross creates crashing waves in this very dark moonlight setting.

An American treasure, the covered bridge is a perfect subject for today's Bob Ross painting, nestled artfully into soft golden foliage and pathway.

Oval shaped paintings are always a Bob Ross favorite - today's snowy soft blue and purple masterpiece with old wooden home will make you a believer.

Stately evergreens overlooking a field of tiny daisies ... what a charming little Bob Ross painting.

Layers, layers, layers. Bob Ross layers will make you want to paint this verdurous mountain scene right along with television's favorite painter.

Guest artist Steve Ross shares his talents in this pretty mountain masterpiece, complete with birch trees and silent waterway.

Bob Ross uses beautiful blue effects on canvas to highlight the drama and beauty of a snow-bound cabin at sunset.

Bob Ross uses a unique twist in his painting technique to create a happy little stream tumbling through a rocky meadow.

Steve Ross, Bob's talented son, demonstrates his artistic abilities with a stunning mountain scene inside an oval.

The splendor of nature has never been more beautifully portrayed than in this Bob Ross creation on canvas.

Cloudy big sky and dense forest are the cozy background for one of those celebrated Bob Ross leafless liner-brush trees, and a surprise at the end!

Bob Ross shows you the benefits of creating deep distance in his painting and how it makes this autumn-colored scene really pop; join us!

Soft background mountains against velvety foothills and contrasting lush ground cover - let Bob Ross take you to this special place today.

Lots of soft sky in this one - Bob Ross paints a beautiful golden blue, layered landscape that will make your day quiet and comfortable.

In the midst of a cold, wintry forest, Bob Ross gently places a magical little cabin upon a bed of snow with his paint brush.

Bob Ross shows us how to paint a beautiful and detailed winter scene with graceful leafless trees galore.

Most times the thing that's holding us back is ourselves. In this episode I discuss why sometimes you must let your old self go and begin anew.

New Orleans is known as one of the entertainment capitals of the world, but for years Pontchartrain Beach was the entertainment capital of New Orleans. And my guest, Bryan Batt, the talented and award winning actor from Mad Men, 12 Years a Slave knows this intimately. He was the grandson of the man who started it all and even gave Elvis Presley one of his first gigs.

What does it really mean when people say act your age? It just may not be what you think. Dr. Christopher Phillips, the renowned Socratic scholar has an answer to that age old question. With his book, A Child at Heart, he unlocks our creativity, and curiosity, so that we feel fulfilled at every age and stage of our lives.

What happens when you take a mission and combine it with a passion? You have a powerful force. Dr. Bradley Allen does exactly that. As one of the most renowned pediatric heart surgeons he cares deeply for his patients and is concerned about our medical system and how it's keeping us from getting the best care possible.

Dr. David Hanscom is known worldwide for his skills as a back surgeon, so why would he want to put himself out of business? The answer is, because Dr. Hanscom is on a higher mission, and that is to eliminate chronic pain be it from the back, any part of our body, or even from our emotions.

The world we live in has changed and nobody knows this better than Gary Grossman, the EMMY award winning producer, acclaimed journalist and one of the great thriller writers of our time. Gary's latest novel Red Hotel, co-written by its inspirational hero Ed Fuller, will prove without a doubt that fiction is too often more truthful than the reality reported.

The two-time Grammy winning guitarist Laurence Juber came to the world's attention as the lead guitarist for Paul McCartney and Wings. But, when he decided to go solo, his fusion of folk, jazz and pop made him, as Pete Townshend of The Who said: "A true master." We'll not only hear this master play live on our show, but we dig deep to find out what makes the sound of music so vital to our lives.

From doctor to screenwriter to EMMY award winning producer and humanitarian my guest is a true renaissance man. Dr. Neal Baer, was a pediatrician who decided to combine his medical training with screenwriting. Starting out as a writer he became an EMMY winning producer on ER, and on Law and Order SUV. Now, he heads up Designated Survivor on Netflix.

Peter Hollens is an A cappella singer whose soothing melodic tones cannot help but affect you in a positive way. But, what is so inspiring is how he created an empire by living his passion and combining it with the smart use of new tech platforms.

What is it about our curiosity that would allow us to risk our lives to venture into the unknown of outer space? Few people can explain that answer better than Rod Pyle. Rod is a renowned space author, journalist, and historian who worked with NASA and JPL, and with his latest book, Space 2.0, we'll see why we must continue our journey into the last frontier, for it literally may save our lives.

In this edition of Beyond Your Backyard, the show visits the island nation of Jamaica. Erik learns the history of the culture while exploring grottos, riding horseback in the ocean and sampling Jamaican style culinary offerings.

In this episode, Erik The Travel Guy explores the Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania. This region's rolling hills are home to revolutionary war sites, charming towns and so much more. Erik and the crew make a splash as they go white water rafting, learn how to make the perfect breakfast sandwich, visit an amazing luxury resort and walk in the footprints of an educational icon.

Erik returns to the capital of Arkansas in this episode of Beyond Your Backyard. Diversity in unique neighborhoods, a thriving downtown district and outdoor recreation are all part of the fun. He learns the significance of the "Little Rock Nine", tours a WW2 submarine, visits a museum dedicated to the contents of a ladies purse, and learns more about the farm-to-table culinary scene.

In this edition of Beyond Your Backyard, Erik The Travel guy seeks educational fun in the sun in St. Pete / Clearwater, Florida. This virtually undiscovered gulf coast destination is bursting at the seams with artistic flair. Erik dives into the mind of Salvador Dali, takes a colorful downtown walking tour, learns the art of glass blowing and samples BBQ from an iconic pit master.

In this episode, Erik travels across the Atlantic Ocean to learn what all the fuss is about in this undiscovered, island paradise. He learns more about the history and culture by talking with the locals, exploring on foot through the terrain and shows you how viewers can explore for themselves.

Diabetes is an epidemic that affects 100 million Americans, costing over $350 billion annually. Explore the history and science of this hidden crisis and meet some of the faces behind the statistics whose stories bring insights and hope.

Road warrior, new mom and recently minted MFA in creative writing, Shires cuts her own genre blended roots-rock with fierce-sweet violin, soaring vocals and critically acclaimed compositions. Shires was Americana's 2017 Emerging Artist of the Year.

Vermont-raised and rooted in troubadour traditions of wandering Folk, Delta Blues, reckless Rock, and whiskey-Ragtime Jazz, the now California-based band evokes songs from some bygone era like a dusty leather bound book. Carefully crafted, the trios's songs unfold like short stories - but denser, more poetic - reflections on addiction, inspiration, sacrifuce and personal victories that have garnered both #1 bows on the Billboard Bluegrass charts as well as a truly diehard following.

Nashville-based singer/songwriting bluesman and four-time Grammy Award winner Keb' Mo' has been described as "a living link to the seminal Delta blues that traveled up the Mississippi River and across the expanse of America."

Truly iconic, profoundly influential, and a catalyst for an entire movement in Country Rock and American Roots Music, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band continues to add to their legendary status.

Producer, author, activist, actor, singer/songwriter. A master musician and writer's writer in the vein of Townes van Zandt and Guy Clark, his work has carried a profound affect on the Americana, Country, Rock, and Folk genres for nearly two generations. With 15 studio albums, 3 GRAMMY awards (of 16 nominations), and legions of dedicated, diehard fans. There is, frankly, no one quite like Steve Earle.

Jane, Berneice, and Margaret lead you through a spirited workout poolside at the Mayan Hotel in tropical Acapulco.

Taped at the Seaside Resort in Florida's panhandle. If you saw "The Truman Show" movie, you saw Seaside.

This exercise session begins with push-ups and concludes with the gluteal squeeze...a wonderful end is in sight!

The starlet of Artichokes - Marilyn Monroe. Farmer: Joe Pezzini: Castroville, CA. Chef: Chris Vacca, Highlands Inn, Carmel, CA. Laura travels to Castroville, California, "The Artichoke Capital of the World". She explores the long history of fresh artichokes and the Italian heritage that brought them west. Laura meets Joe Pezzini, who explains how his Italian family was part of the artichoke's long farming heritage in Castroville. Laura invites Italian Chef Chris Vacca from Highlands Inn in Carmel, California to share old and new Italian recipes. Together, they explore the flavor of the artichoke and the best ways to cook with what's fresh.

Farmer: Paul Scheid-Monterey, CA. Chef: Emily Sarlatte. Laura travels to Monterey, California to see just how fresh and beautiful Brussels sprouts are grown year-round. She meets farmer Paul Scheid to see how their expert harvesters hand "pick" each sprout straight from their tall stalks. Joining Laura in the Brussels sprouts field is award winning Chef Emily Sarlatte from La Marcha in Berkeley, California. Together, they combine Emily's unique Spanish style cuisine with Brussels sprouts to create recipes that will leave everyone wanting to eat more of this delicious vegetable.

Farmer: Kenter Canyon Farms: Filmore, CA. Chef: Nathan Peisto, Los Angeles, CA. In this episode, Laura finds Nathan Peisto pulling double duty as both second-generation farmer of Kenter Canyon Farms and executive chef of Farmhouse restaurant in Los Angeles, California. Laura explores this perfect pairing to find out what it's really like be both farmer and chef. Nathan works directly with his family farm and the region's top farmers to grow, harvest, and create his menu for the restaurant. Nathan gives us an inside look at his passion for farming and how what's in season has inspired him to be a chef of his own restaurant.

Farmer: Pacific Grove Farmers Markets. Chef Andrew Sutton- Napa Rose, Anaheim, CA. Laura experiences the true meaning of locally sourced from Chef Andrew Sutton of Napa Rose. She learns of his passion behind each dish and just how important it is to source locally. Chef Andrew creates dishes that will leave everyone wanting more. Designing a great team is as important as designing a great dish, and Sutton has made that his mission. With a little culinary magic and the help of local farmers' markets, fresh is as easy as Napa Rose.

Farmers: Christopher Ranch-Gilroy, CA. Chef: Shawn Naputi, San Francisco, CA. Laura heads to Gilroy, California to introduce us to one of the oldest garlic farm families. There, she explores the family history of Christopher Ranch Garlic and how they still strive towards the same quality that has been the hallmark of the family business for over 60 years. Laura showcases the newest trend, "Guam style" cuisine with Chef Shawn Naputi from Prubechu in San Francisco. Together they create exotic dishes that use the most beloved ingredient: garlic. Straight from the field, Laura and Shawn create fresh recipes that will inspire anyone who loves garlic.

Farmer: Nick Fanoe: Salinas, CA. Chef: Val Cantu. Laura heads to Salinas, California to meet the farmers behind leafy greens. One farmer whose family has been making it work for over 100 years is Nick Fanoe. It is there that Laura learns more about their rich family history and about what it truly means to be a sustainable farmer. Laura brings two starred Michelin chef Val Cantu from California's restaurant in San Francisco, to Nick Fanoe's farm. Together they create vibrant dishes that explore Val's roots while using what's fresh.

Farmer: A.V. Thomas - Livingston, CA. Chef: Brad Cecchi, Sacramento, CA. It is in Livingston, California that Laura visits one of the largest organic sweet potato growers in the United States. Here she learns all about how they grow sweet potatoes and the generous contributions they make to the community and to each other. Joining Laura in the field is award winning chef, Brad Cecchi from Canon East in Sacramento. Together they cook with this super-food and show us just how delicious sweet potatoes taste by creating new dishes using the beloved sweet potato.

Farmer: Dan Van Groningen: Manteca, CA. Chef: Alex Flores, Anaheim, California. Nothing says summer better than watermelon. Laura brings one of the most beloved berries, the watermelon, to one of the happiest places on earth. Sharing the story behind one of the largest watermelon growers in the country is Dan Van Groningen. Through his innovation and with help from his family, they have expanded how melons are brought to market. Like our featured Chef and restaurant, innovation is at the helm of Carthay Circle. Cooking up delicious recipes, Chef Alex Flores and Laura combine fresh flavors with a fun and unique dining experience that all ages can enjoy.

Find out why some children are severely damaged by early adversity while others are able to thrive. By revisiting childhood trauma victims we profiled decades ago, we learn how their experiences shaped their lives as adults.

Burt takes a quick look at the history of communication from the cavemen to the alphorn, to the telephone and finally the cellphone. He traces how the cellphone has changed his work and family life as he travels around the world. He also tracks down a series of stories in the United States and Europe that suggests that the cellphone may not be as safe as most of us thought. He meets with experts in England, Italy, France and the United States to find out how we can deal with the problems that are emerging. And finally, Burt follows an Apple developer's conference where they are working on apps to limit your use of their own products.

Burt learns how painters, sculptures, photographers and other artists can use a non-profit organization to bring their work to the attention of the public. He traces the success of two artists, one in Europe and one in the United States and how they used the internet to gain access to the art market with being represented by a major gallery. He shows us how to use the internet to present our own works and why the idea of being an unknown artist might be coming to an end.

As Burt and his family travel around the world they are constantly confronted with the newest advances in wireless communication. Cellphones, pads, computers, earphones, and sleep monitors were well-known to him. But in Hong Kong he saw a Jump Rope connect to a mobile app. A doctor in New York suggested a wireless blood pressure monitor. In Chicago he saw a wireless device to improve your posture and a friend's house in Florida has a wireless smart water controller. At the same time, he began to see more and more research about the dangers of the radio frequency radiation that is associated with these devices. Of special interest were the antennas, cell towers and street polls that empower the system. This program explains what he saw and how to protect yourself.

The coastal city of Pacific Grove in Monterey County, Calif. is known as "Butterfly Town, U.S.A." for the annual migration of the Monarch butterflies. The Monarch Butterfly Grove Sanctuary in the town is one of the oldest Monarch over-wintering sights in California, but in recent years their numbers have been dwindling rapidly. In 2009, the city heavily pruned branches, and gaps in the tree canopy resulted in Monarch numbers dropping from nearly 18,000 to under 800. BUTTERFLY TOWN, USA centers on a community of activists, led by Bob Pacelli, who took action to save the Monarch Butterfly Grove Sanctuary. Pacelli and a group of volunteers planted 40 boxed trees to buffer the impact of the trimming. As a result, Monarch numbers increased by more than 500%. Motivated by their progress, more trees were planted which led to a clash between activists and the city about how best to protect the over-wintering site. BUTTERFLY TOWN, USA focuses on the local habitat protection for the Sanctuary, but also on a larger goal: citizens working together globally to limit habitat loss due to climate change, deforestation and pesticides.

When the council sends a letter announcing plans to cut Nonnatus House's funding, Sister Julienne takes matters into her own hands. Nurse Crane cares for an unmarried expectant mother. Petra must move up her wedding after becoming pregnant.

Sister Frances is at a loss when a diabetic and recovering cancer patient's wife refuses to accept further help. Nurse Crane becomes frustrated when an anxious first-time father insists on being present for his child's birth.

Sister Julienne volunteers Nonnatus House to take part in an obstetrics training initiative for four young doctors. Their arrival causes a lot of excitement among the midwives. Fred makes a discovery while on his CDC rounds.

Dr. Turner and Nurse Crane must deal with an alarming outbreak of diphtheria. Fred finds an abandoned baby in a dustbin, and the team must help locate its mother.

The team celebrate the arrival of the maternity home's long-awaited incubator. Kevin's newest patient has a troubled home life and needs his emotional as well as medical support. Nurse Crane struggles with the cubs in Sgt. Woolf's absence.

Disappointed by the Poplar Horticultural Show's cancellation, Fred attempts to reinstate it. The Turners receive an alarming phone call about their daughter. Valerie's pregnant cousin hopes her baby will be born on a day well before her due date.

Lucille is seconded to St. Cuthbert's and delivers a baby in an elevator. Nurse Crane goes to a school to give vaccines to new students. Violet, Trixie, Sister Frances and Valerie put on a charity fashion show for the community.

Fred and Sister Monica Joan catch a woman stealing the team's milk. When they learn she's pregnant, they bring her into the care of the maternity home. Romance blooms between Miss Higgins and Sergeant Woolf.

Carol Burnett: A Celebration is a 50th anniversary tribute to the career of a comic genius - filled with pure nostalgia, great clips and memories from iconic stars. The program includes exclusive interviews with: Carl Reiner, Tim Conway (his last interview), Vicki Lawrence, Betty White, Cloris Leachman, Tina Fey, Phyllis Diller, Barbara Eden, Jim Nabors, Tony Orlando, Pat Carroll, Joan Collins... and of course, Carol Burnett.

A Long Winter's Nap - Sally and Nick are so excited to go ice skating tomorrow, that they can't fall asleep! Cat's friend Boris the bear can help! Off they go to the Gleep-sneep Woods to learn how Boris gets ready to take his long winter's nap. Back at home, Nick and Sally follow Boris' advice, and follow their own bedtime routine to get ready for bed. With the help of a bedtime story from Cat, they quickly fall asleep. The Tree Doctor - Sally's little maple sapling hasn't grown any bigger! To discover why, the Cat in the Hat takes the kids to meet Dr. Twiggles. With the help of the tree doctor and his songs, Nick and Sally discover how trees "eat"; - through their leaves and roots. They also learn that trees grow verrrry slowly. A few more years and their maple sapling will grow into a maple tree!

A Sweet Deal - Sally and Nick are having a hard time getting customers to come to their "cafe". What can they do? The Cat takes them to meet Eddy the honeyguide bird. Eddy shows them how he guides humans to bees' nests by making noise and putting on a show. Back at home, Sally and Nick follow Eddy's example and proudly serve their first customer! King of Swing - Swinging from a rope isn't so easy for Sally and Nick. Good thing the Cat knows the king of swing, Charlie the chimpanzee! In the Leafylafoo Rainforest, Charlie teaches them how to use their hands and feet to swing as they help him search for bananas, his favourite food! Back at home, Sally and Nick mimic Charlie and swing across the backyard to where Cat has a surprise snack waiting for them - bananas!

A Tale About Tails - Nick and Sally are playing "Tape the Tail on the Donkey" when they wish they had tails of their own! Well it just so happens that the Cat knows a lot about tails! He brings them to the Jungle of Wagga-Tag-Tail where they meet a number of animals with very different tails. When Nick and Sally get to test out all of these tails for themselves, they learn that different tails can do different things! Sticky Situation - Sally and Nick are playing the drums on overturned buckets when Nick breaks his drumstick! Luckily, the Cat knows someone who is a stick expert, his friend Betty Beaver! She finds Nick the perfect drumstick, but when her dam springs a leak, Nick, Sally and the Cat help her fix it, using Nick's new stick. He doesn't have a stick anymore, but Nick learns an even better way to drum: using a home-made beaver tail!

Nick and Sally can't agree on the "right" way to sort their toys. The Cat takes them to Toborrowland to help him return a bunch of things. As they confront different obstacles, they have to come up with different ways of sorting Cat's things, and they realize there are lots of ways to sort. T The kids are making bubbles and want to save one for Sally's mom. But they always pop. In Odds-n-Endsville they find out that landing bubbles on some surfaces helps the bubbles last longer.