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In the 10 Day Belly Slimdown with Dr. Kellyann, Dr. Kellyann shares her powerful, proven plan for blasting belly fat quickly and safely. Dr. Kellyann shows us how to lose your belly and heal your gut, with the added bonus that you look and feel younger. With over 20 years of experience as a naturopathic physician and nutrition consultant, Dr. Kellyann guides clients through thousands of fast and fabulous transformations. Dr. Kellyann's three-part program consists of mini-fasting, bone broth "burning" and "loading," and collagen-rich shakes. In combination, this "triple punch" approach delivers impressive results. In a test panel run by an independent clinician, participants lost up to 13.4 pounds and over 5 inches around their bellies, improved their joint pain, lowered blood sugar, and experienced less belly- bloating and discomfort. On the 10 Day Belly Slimdown plan, you will discover it's not only what you eat, but when you eat that matters. As you heal your belly from the inside out, you will feel younger, happier and lighter than you thought possible. The 10 Day Belly Slimdown is complete with daily meal plans, captivating testimonials, and more that 80 delicious recipes, plus much more, offering a sensible approachable weight-loss solution that allows you to take control of your health journey. The program is produced by Ellyne Lonergan of GlassOnion Productions (BrainChange with Dr. David Perlmutter, I'll Have It My Way with Hattie Bryant, Road To Perfect Health with Brenda Watson, and many others).

By the mid twentieth century, Mississippi's African Americans had suffered from nearly 75 years of slavery by another name - Jim Crow discrimination. In 1964 in Mississippi, people died in an effort to force the state to allow African Americans to exercise their constitutional right to vote. Although, the 50th anniversary of Freedom Summer has passed, the struggle for voting rights is still pertinent. According to the NAACP, states have recently passed the most laws limiting voter participation since Jim Crow. Moreover, these laws also disenfranchise other people of color, the elderly, poor, and disabled. With the 2015 anniversary of the Voting Rights Act as well as the upcoming presidential primaries and general election, voting rights will remain at the forefront of a national debate. With historical footage and interview with Freedom Summer architects and volunteers, as well as present day activists, 1964: THE FIGHT FOR A RIGHT uses Mississippi to explain American voting issues in the last 150 years. For instance, why are red states red?

George fears that Weld is losing its innocence. Brother Terry proposes to Hannah and there's a surprise visit from a very pregnant Jan.

Celebrate love with Lucy Worsley as she delves into the seductive history of British romance, uncovering the social, political and cultural forces that shaped ideals of romantic love during the Georgian era, including the novels of Jane Austen.

Travel back to the Victorian era with Lucy Worsley as she delves into the steamy history of British romance, uncovering the social, political and cultural forces that shaped ideals of romantic love during Victoria's reign.

The documentary follows the journey of an African immigrant woman living in Istanbul, Turkey and the cultural challenges she faces as she pursues her dreams.

The documentary follows a daughter's captivating quest to understand why her father collaborated with three corrupt government leaders in Liberia and with the infamous war criminal Charles Taylor.

The program tells the story of one woman's fight to expose the history of an illegal 19th century slave-trading post in the Brazilian rainforest, where hundreds of thousands of Africans were enslaved.

Using archival performance footage and interviews with those who knew her best, and with Makeba herself, the documentary examines the life of the iconic South African singer and activist.

A new perspective on the Nigerian musician Fela Kuti, "My Friend Fela" is told through conversations with his close friend and official biographer, African-Cuban Carlos Moore. The accompanying live-action animated short, "Birth of Afrobeat," tells how Nigerian drummer Tony Allen and his partner Fela Kuti created the Afrobeat genre.

A classic documentary by award-winning director Thomas Allen Harris, "Twelve Disciples of Nelson Mandela" tells an intimate tale about an African-American family, the anti-apartheid movement, and the quest for reconciliation between a father and son. The accompanying experimental short "Spit on the Broom" highlights The United Order of Tents, a secret organization of black women founded during the height of the Underground Railroad.

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 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.

In his New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling book, I Hope I Screw Things Up, comedian and transformational speaker Kyle Cease brings his unique humor to sold-out audiences at his Evolving Out Loud events. In this two-part program, Kyle brings humor, which he calls "The Trojan Horse to the heart," to support individuals in letting go of the illusions that prevent them from leading more joyful and constructive lives. With two top-rated Comedy Central specials to his credit, comedian and transformational speaker Kyle Cease decided to devote his life to helping others improve their lives.

Many people think that how they age - if they remain mobile, healthy, and pain free throughout their entire lives - is simply the result of luck. As though there's a randomness to it, or it's a lottery in which only a few winners enjoy golden years of youthful vitality. But did you know that you actually have a choice in how you age? In AGING BACKWARDS 2 WITH MIRANDA ESMONDE-WHITE, former professional ballerina Miranda Esmonde-White uses new and groundbreaking science to help put an end to this defeatist attitude towards aging. In her previous award-winning special Aging Backs, Esmonde-White revealed the power of our muscle cells. Now in AGING BACKWARDS 2, viewers discover the amazing clout of their connective tissue. This vital tissue surrounds every part of us and connects - every muscle, nerve, cell, bone and organ. Keeping it healthy is the secret to remaining youthful at any age. The human body is a powerful machine, but we must choose to keep it young. The fountain of youth is within each of us, and Esmonde-White teaches viewers how to access it.

Discover Alice Waters, who, with her cafe Chez Panisse, became a major force behind the way Americans eat and think about food, launching the explosion of local farmers' markets and the edible schoolyard.

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.

Elgar - Enigma Variations. Secret, "enigmatic" portraits of the composer's friends, each with great individuality Britten - Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra The perennial family favorite that showcases - one by one - all the instruments in the orchestra. The perfect introduction to classical music.

Hovhaness - Symphony # 2 "Mysterious Mountain". The most celebrated work by the iconic composer of the Pacific Northwest. A mystical mediation on the magnificence of nature. Sir Eugene Goossens et al - Jubilee Variations. This will be a world-premiere TV recording of this unpublished 1944 work created by ELEVEN great composers: Goossens, Aaron Copland, Deems Taylor, Howard Hanson, Walter Piston, William Schuman, Roy Harris , Anis Fuleihan, Bernard Rogers, Ernest Bloch, and Paul Creston.

Sibelius - Symphony #2. A pinnacle of Nordic Romanticism - grand, expansive melodies and searing harmonies; fire and ice.

Mussorgsky/Ravel - Pictures at an Exhibition. The beloved orchestral showpiece: a series of unforgettable musical portraits, with a roof-raising finale "The Great Gate of Kiev." Prokofiev - Romeo and Juliet - excerpts from the ballet The dramatic selection will include: Capulets and Montagues, the Dance of the Knights, Portrait of Young Juliet, Scene at the Ball, the Fight, and The Death of Tybalt.

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.

Learn how humans begin life as a single cell and, over the course of a lifetime, grow into beings of more than 37 trillion cells. Plus, explore new discoveries that can help humans live longer, healthier lives.

See how experience shapes the brain and body together, allowing them to adapt to the outside environment and develop new skills. Plus, learn how the brain forms memories by storing and processing billions of pieces of information every second.

Discover the miracles the human body goes through every day to stay alive and healthy. From fighting infections to repairing damage, human bodies have remarkable arsenals that allow survival against all kinds of outside threats.

Carmen Castillo is a first-term city councilwoman who maintains her full-time job as a hotel housekeeper. She advocates for the working families in her community, many of whom work multiple jobs to stay afloat. Castillo, who came to the U.S. in 1994 from the Dominican Republic with three daughters in tow, believes that working families should earn a wage sufficient to allow them to live in dignity. In her quest for workers' rights she leads the charge of the Fight for $ 15 in Providence, Rhode Island. She runs a grueling reelection campaign -- knocking door-to-door to get out the vote, attending fundraisers, meeting with community members and leaders -- all while working at the hotel, in City Hall and maintaining a family. Through it all, she stays true to her vision for justice and equity to prove that "she can do it!" Will she succeed?

Examines the rise, demise, and contested resurgence of the City of Detroit through the lens of African-American mail carrier, Wendell Watkins, and the committed community he faithfully served for thirty years. The films listen in on his conversations with his customers - the resilient Detroiters who share stories of resistance: pushing back against racial segregation in housing; challenging industrial and political disinvestment; and living on reduced pensions as a result of the 2014 municipal bankruptcy. The Detroiters also share stories of hope and propose creative ways to re-imagine an inclusive, productive, equitable and re-invigorated city.

Leo "Bud" Welch's recording and touring career begins at the age of 81. Born in Mississippi, Leo worked the cotton fields and lumber mills from dawn until dusk. When he picked up a guitar for the first time at the age of 12, his blues were born out of those cotton fields. While Leo's lifelong dream was to be a musician, he turned down the chance to work with the legendary B.B. King, choosing to stay close to his family, his church and the town he loves. With the support of his dedicated manager, Gulf War veteran Vencie Varnado, Leo's Blues career rises. Determined to celebrate and highlight his talent, Vencie books Leo at festivals and clubs across the South and takes him on his first-ever flight - all the way from Mississippi to admiring fans in Austria! With just a handful of great Bluesmen left in the United States, LATE BLOSSOM BLUES offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of one of America's living musical treasures.

Little League baseball in America's most dangerous city is more than just a game. In Camden, NJ, America's poorest and most dangerous city, the crack of a bat and the laughter of children for a moment replace the sounds of gunfire and the call of drug dealers. On a set of corridors nicknamed Heroin Highway, the young men and women of the North Camden Little League navigate the hazards of the drug trade to come to and from the sandlot at Pyne Poynt Park. The league plays a vital role in creating change in the struggling community of North Camden by bringing families, coaches, and children of all ages together.

Among the wealth of untold stories in American history is the rise and slow disappearance of all-black towns that sprung up in Oklahoma following the end of the Civil War. Founded in an effort to convince the U.S. to create an all-black state, most of these towns have now been swallowed up by nearby counties and cities, or are clinging desperately for their survival. Struggle & Hope mines the stories of the last-remaining residents of these towns, while charting their heroic efforts to ensure their town retains its independence, character, and even hopes for a better future.

AMERICA'S HEARTLAND celebrates the men and women across who grow the country's crops, raise its livestock, tend its nurseries and prepare its food. AMERICA'S HEARTLAND taps into the national fascination with food and curiosity about unfamiliar places and ways of life, while also exploring the American values of family, hard work and the spirit of independence. The series, produced entirely on location, portrays the worlds of agriculture, horticulture and aquaculture complete with fascinating stories, compelling characters, innovative ideas and enticing travel destinations.

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.

Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to the best Coffee Cake with Pecan-Cinnamon Streusel. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of crunchy peanut butter. Gadget critic Lisa McManus gives a roundup of smart gadgets for home cooks, and test cook Keith Dresser makes Bridget a foolproof Broccoli and Feta Frittata.

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.

Hosts Julia Collin Davison and Bridget Lancaster unlock the secrets to making a Chinese classic at home: flat hand-pulled noodles (Biang Biang Mian) with chili oil vinaigrette. Next, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for meat cleavers, and test cook Dan Souza makes Julia the ultimate Chinese-style barbecued spareribs.

Bridget and Julia uncover the secrets to making foolproof all-butter pie dough and chocolate cream pie, and tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of cocoa powder. Finally, test cook Elle Simone makes Julia a decadent dark chocolate fudge sauce.

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).

Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to the perfect Hearty Beef and Vegetable Stew. In the Equipment Corner, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for 13 by 9-inch glass baking dishes, and science expert Dan Souza explains the science behind the sound and flavor of food. Finally, Julia and Bridget make the ultimate Cod Baked in Foil with Leeks and Carrots.

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.

In this episode, Bridget and Julia uncover the secrets to the ultimate Braised Brisket with Pomegranate, Cumin, and Cilantro. In the Equipment Corner, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews his top pick for twist corkscrews. Finally, test cook Dan Souza makes a decadent Duchess Potato Casserole.

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.

Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison unlock the secrets to making a Mexican staple: Crispy Tacos (Tacos Dorados). Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a dry vermouth tasting, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews a must-have for home cooks: fire extinguishers. Science expert Dan Souza then gives a demonstration of fast-freezing liquid nitrogen, and test cook Erin McMurrer makes the perfect Roasted Poblano and Black Bean Enchiladas for Bridget.

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.

In this episode, test cook Elle Simone makes Bridget the ultimate deviled pork chops. Then tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of dark chocolate chips, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews kids' oven mitts. Science expert Dan Souza reveals the science behind non-Newtonian fluids, and test cook Lan Lam makes the perfect thick-cut oven fries.

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.

In this episode, Julia and Bridget unlock the secrets to the ultimate roast chicken with warm bread salad. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of white miso. Finally, test cook Elle Simone teaches Bridget how to make foolproof skillet-roasted Brussels sprouts with chile, peanuts, and mint.

Test cook Dan Souza makes Bridget Sous Vide Seared Steaks. Equipment expert Adam Ried then reviews his top pick for sous vide machines, and test cook Elle Simone makes a show stopping sous vide staple: Soft-Poached Eggs.

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 Becky Hays makes Julia the perfect Roasted Whole Side of Salmon. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a turmeric tasting, gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews kids' vegetable peelers, and science expert Dan Souza explains the magic of emulsions. Finally, Dan makes the best recipe for Buttery Spring Vegetables.

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.

Bridget and Julia reveal the secrets to making the perfect gingerbread layer cake at home. Gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews stovetop kettles. Finally, test cook Keith Dresser makes a foolproof recipe for sticky toffee pudding cakes.

Test cook Dan Souza makes Julia a festive recipe for easy holiday sugar cookies. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for parchment paper, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews silicone baking mats. Test cook Lan Lam then makes Bridget the best lemon bars.

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.

Test cook Dan Souza makes Bridget the quickest One-Hour Pizza. Equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for baking stones and steels, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews under-appliance dusters. Then, Julia and test cook Elle Simone unlock the secrets to the ultimate Beef Short Rib Ragu.

An American Conscience: The Reinhold Niebuhr Story tells Niebuhr's story through photographs, recordings, and interviews with his former students, his daughter, and eminent public figures including New York Times writer David Brooks, Civil Rights icon Andrew Young, Susannah Heschel and others. It also includes academic experts who discuss his life and influence. The stories and insights that emerge are critical to preserving and portraying Niebuhr's seminal role in American life. Perhaps the clearest indication of the scope of his appeal is the popularity of his Serenity Prayer, most prominently used by Alcoholics Anonymous.

Tripod Occasional Table for Living Rooms.

Recreating turned drawer fronts on the wood lathe has never been easier or more rewarding. One-of-a-kind, yet simple to build.

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!

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

Guys like stuff and need help getting organized. Two graceful solutions fill the bill.

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

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!

Food safe woodworking tips cover everything from the right wood selection to glues and finishes. Useful and kitchen-wise.

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

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

Wide walnut planks make for a very down home feeling.

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

Beautiful turnings add a warm charm to any space.

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

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

Colombia - Competitiveness (Michelle Begue) - Colombia has been trying to alter its identity. For decades its reputation was tarnished by narco-trafficking and armed conflict. Now it's working to change its image to a Latin American nation with great potential for international investment. Recent global rankings like the World Bank's "Doing Business Report" and the Global Competitiveness Index, named Colombia one of the top-5 Latin American economies. But business owners and economists both say Colombia still has a lot of challenges ahead to remain competitive. Correspondent Michelle Begue reports. Ecuador - Organ Donation (Harris Whitbeck) - Ecuador is one of only two countries in Latin America that permits organ transplants to be performed by the public health system. The procedure is one of the most aggressive forms of medical treatment available. The country has adopted a law that makes everyone who lives in Ecuador an automatic organ donor unless they specify otherwise. Correspondent Harris Whitbeck reports from Guayaquil. Urban Voices - Pedro Aznar (Joel Richards) - Heavily influenced by British rock music, Argentina developed a new music scene in the 1960s. It became known as Rock Nacional and was popular not only in Argentina but across Latin America. Singing in Spanish, dozens of popular bands provided the soundtrack for turbulent decades in the region which are still heard on the radio today. One of the most influential and respected musicians of that generation is singer, bassist, composer and producer, Pedro Aznar. He is our Urban Voice.

Take a rare, inside look into the life and career of one of America's most successful CEOs, Ken Chenault, featuring Warren Buffett, Ursula Burns, Vernon Jordan, Oprah Winfrey, David Rubenstein, Dr. J, Magic Johnson, Ken Frazier, and more.

Travel with Antiques Roadshow to Bonanzaville in West Fargo for the biggest find of the season, and watch as the owner is literally floored by the $500,000-$700,000 appraisal of his treasure.

Travel to the Midwest - and back in time - with amazing appraisals at pioneer town Bonanzaville. Highlights include a UND Margaret Cable box, an Elsebeth Haugard silversmith archive and a B.F. Goodrich Tires advertising sign. One is $30,000-$35,000.

Watch wow-worthy West Fargo appraisals at Bonanzaville such as a 1919 Babe Ruth Home Run Record award, an 1876 Centennial Exhibition sketchbook and a mother-of-pearl button suit made around 1970. Which is the top find of the hour?

Head to California's capital city for standout appraisals at Crocker Art Museum like 1934 "Babes in Toyland" stop-motion soldiers, a signed Joe DiMaggio game-used bat and a Reinhold Riel silver etrog box from around 1670. Which is $80,000-$125,000?

See stunning Sacramento finds appraised at Crocker Art Museum including a 1981 "Raiders of the Lost Ark" prototype, a 1788 Elizabeth Shoemaker sampler and 1976 & 1977 Roy De Forest mixed-media artwork. Learn which is valued at $80,000-$120,000.

Journey through the Gateway to the West for treasures such as a 1901 "Longest Bearded Man" banner, a 1602 Adam Islip-published book of Chaucer's complete works, and a 15th-century Chinese Bodhisattva gilt bronze. One is valued at $100,000-$125,000!

Meet ROADSHOW in St. Louis to search for treasures, including a 1920 Grace Ravlin oil painting, a Michael Jackson-signed fedora and photo from around 1990, and a Tiffany GMT-Master Rolex, ca. 1963. Can you guess which is the big find of the night?

Discover spectacular St. Louis treasures, including 1927 Rookwood Shirayamadani black opal vase, an Elijah Pierce preaching stick from around 1950 and an Ozark Airlines poster dating to around 1960. Which is the big find of the hour?

Experience an all-new season of exceptional items appraised at distinctive, historic venues across the country, kicking off from the stunning grounds of Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library with a heartwarming valuation of a $125,000 family treasure.

Discover Delaware treasures appraised at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library such as Stephen King first editions from 1974-1977, an Ilya Schor silver plate and a Louis Comfort Tiffany oil, ca. 1870. Which is valued at $100,000-$150,000?

Wrap up Antiques Roadshow's first-ever visit to Delaware with incredible appraisals including 1820 J.J. Audubon portraits, a Ming Dynasty Xiwangmu figure and Ric Binkley science fiction illustrations, ca. 1950. Learn which is $80,000-$150,000.

Experience Roadshow's groundbreaking visit to Rosecliff mansion when, for the first time, it takes the cameras indoors and outdoors. This half-hour Recut includes a 1939 "The Gold Royal" typewriter, "New Republic Portfolio" prints and more.

Learn about historical treasures as they are appraised in a Gilded Age mansion. In this half-hour Recut, Roadshow travels to Rosecliff for finds including Tiffany Studios vases with the original crate, a Benny Andrews oil from around 1962 and more.

Newport treasures delight in this half-hour Recut episode from the grounds of Rosecliff mansion, including a Faberge jade snuff bottle, an Arthur McGee Dexter Gordon suit and an Egyptian mummified falcon made around 200 BC. Which is up to $100,000?

Travel to Rosecliff mansion in this half-hour Recut for finds like a Jean-Michel Basquiat oil stick drawing, dragon dog bronze ornaments and a 1910 Whiting & Co. silver basket. Which of these items, given to the guest for Christmas, is now $400,000?

Rain won't stop Newport treasures from shining in this half-hour Recut episode from Rosecliff mansion featuring finds like an Edward Bannister oil, 1979 Tage Frid stools and a Tiffany & Co. sapphire & diamond ring. One could be worth up to $100,000.

Wrap up Roadshow's historic visit to Rosecliff mansion in this half-hour Recut episode filled with next-level Newport finds such as 1958 & 1960 M.C. Escher lithographs, a gold & amethyst necklace and a 2003 Sam Zell automaton. Which is $100,000?

Electing and collecting: These two great American traditions combine in one historic half-hour. Part One commemorates political battles long past, with treasures that hail from red states and blue.

Antiques Roadshow elected to showcase fantastic finds related to American politics in Part Two of the half-hour Politically Collect Recut, including 20th century presidential autographs, 1947 political cartoons, and a Congressional desk and chair.

Inga prepares a bachelorette lunch for cousin CeCe at the beautiful and historic Ten Chimneys estate. Lowline Angus beef is served along with a chance encounter at the garden of Inga's TV idol.

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.'

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.

A food and farming adventure, Around the Farm Table connects consumers to small, thoughtful farmers through storytelling, forgotten recipes and entertainment. Hosted by fourth-generation organic dairy farmer Inga Witscher....viewed by folks from all over the USA via Facebook and PBS Food portal.

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 has arrived on the farm! Inga is off to get some new baby chicks in far northern Wisconsin and check out Gloucestershire Old Spots piglets across the border in Minnesota. Then it's back to the farm to prepare a spring nettles pesto pasta.

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.

When Arthur discovers that Grandma Thora is a marbles champion, he trains with her so he can beat all his friends. And though Thora teaches Arthur everything he knows, she doesn't teach him everything she knows... and it's Read versus Read in the first-ever Elwood City Marbles Tournament. Brain doesn't believe in superstitions, even though his friends step over sidewalk cracks... and even Mr.Ratburn walks around ladders. So when Brain's defiance leads to a string of bad luck, he's stunned. Can he reverse the trend before the unluckiest day of them all-Friday the 13th?

Too young to see a real "James Hound" movie, the kids decide they'll make a film of their own. With Muffy directing and Arthur playing the dashing, urbane hero, how bad could it be? In part two, D.W. feels misunderstood when she's sent to her room for 10 whole minutes!

Arthur Makes Waves - With the community pool closed for repairs and the temperature on the rise, Arthur and D.W. need a place to keep cool. After accepting an invitation to James's pool, they discover that his older sister is Molly, leader of the Tough Customers! Can Arthur and Molly get along-and if they can, will their friends let them? It Came From Beyond - Grandma Thora takes in a stray, an adorable little dog named. Killer? It soon becomes clear that the name fits, as Killer bullies every person and animal in sight. Can Killer let her guard down long enough to make a few friends, or will she have to give up her new home?

Mister Rogers is staying at Arthur's house but Arthur's friends don't know about it, yet. Mister Rogers is a nice guy, but ... his show is for babies! Can Arthur keep his friends in the dark? Fred Rogers provides his character's voice. In the second story, Fern draws a not-too-flattering cartoon of Francine. Francine pretends not to care, but its not much fun being a punch line.

Although Arthur's beloved piano teacher is retiring, she assures him that the new teacher is outstanding and famous, too! Then Arthur meets Dr. Fugue-who's as strict as he is odd-and begins to doubt his own abilities. Will Arthur be fired from playing the piano? When Buster signs up to sell candy for the band, he figures it's easy money-who doesn't love chocolate? Buster soon wishes that somebody loved it more than he does, because he eats it all himself. Will the band be doomed to wear tattered uniforms and play old instruments forever?

Arthur gets stage fright during a rehearsal. Will he be able to get through his recital without any mistakes? In the second story, can Francine and the Brain put aside their differences for the good of the soccer team? Probably not -- so Arthur and Buster decide to "write" some wrongs.

Arthur Weighs In - When Arthur doesn't fit into his costume for the play, he's shocked to learn that he's gotten "husky-sized." Now he's serious about getting in shape. Will he turn to an all-protein diet? Eat only herbs and berries? Or will he try something really radical.. .exercise?! The Law of the Jungle Gym - Muffy found the perfect place to take pictures with her new digital camera - the jungle gym. Unfortunately, it's Tough Customer territory, and Molly wants to bully Muffy right out of her new studio. But Crosswires do not compromise! Or. do they?

The kids and their parents have pledged not to watch TV for one whole week. Can they last? Who will be the first to crack? In part two, big, brave Binky is afraid someone will discover his secret -- he can't sleep without a night light. When Arthur spends the night and discovers the truth, Binky has no choice but to resort to bribery.

Arthur thinks its hilarious when Binky's pants split during class -- until he starts having nightmares about it happening to him. In the second story, Francine wants to be an Olympic equestrian, but it turns out her prissy sister Catherine is a much better rider! Can Francine stand the humiliation of being second-best?

After George has a lucky streak, his friends pressure him to wish for a snow day. Can George deliver? Or is he out of luck? Educational Objective: George and friends learn the difference between luck and pure coincidence. Prunella's excited about making the gymnastics team...until she realizes practice starts at 6am! Will she honor her commitment...or hit the snooze button? Educational Objective: Prunella learns the importance of dedication to the things-and people-you care about.

Arthur and Buster have to work with Binky on an art project, but what does a bully like Binky know about art? A lot more than they do, it turns out. In part two, Arthur discovers the secret to success -- a pencil that brings good luck to whoever possesses it. But pencils get shorter when they're sharpened, and soon, Arthur's entire future rests on a small stub of lead.

Buster rescues a cat that got stuck in a tree. It's not every day that your best friend is lionized, canonized and just plain admired, and Arthur, for one, is sick of it. In part two, D.W. drives Arthur to distraction with her "Crazy Bus" CD, playing it 4,000 times a day! When the CD disappears, D.W. suspects Arthur has finally snapped.

Buster's Green Thumb - Buster finds out that his collection of old food makes excellent compost - which makes for even better tomatoes! But he's dismayed when he runs out of fresh veggies to give away. until his new friend who runs the community garden shows him what it takes to grow and care for his own plants. My Fair Tommy - Neither of the Tibble twins has ever won the coveted "Good Behavior of the Week" cupcake award. When Tommy sets his sights on getting the prize, can D.W. show him how it's done, or will Timmy stand in his way?

With the help of a little time travel, Buster turns back the clock to see what his life would be like if he were a genius. But will a life winning science competitions mean a life without Arthur? Arthur isn't happy when he discovers that Buster has been telling him some white lies, even if it was just to spare his feelings. But can Arthur handle the harsh truth if Buster finally gives it to him?

Buster's Secret Admirer - Buster receives a box of chocolates in the mail from a secret admirer. Could it be Fern? Muffy? Francine?! It's driving him crazy! Who could possibly like him that much?? The Last King of Lambland - James receives a gift from his uncle in Scotland...a toy lamb that will supposedly give its owner the powers of the legendary James the Squinty, leader of the clan MacDoogal-Donal's! Will this new-found power go straight to James' head?

Castles In the Sky - The gang is devastated after their tree house collapses. It was the best place to hang out in the whole world. Can architect Frank Gehry get them to agree on a new design and help them to rebuild? Tipping the Scales - Everyone in Arthur's chorus group is excited about their upcoming performance in Crown City. Everyone knows nothing beats that post-concert cheesecake at Finklemeyers! But when strict Dr. Fugue replaces fun Mrs. Krasny as their teacher, the gang worries -will music class ever be fun again?

After visiting The Elwood City Times, Francine decides to start her own paper-The Frensky Star! The tabloid, complete with embarrassing photos and sensationalized headlines, is a smashing success...until all her friends stop speaking to her. Somebody stole D.W.'s backpack!! Who is this fluffy unicorn thief... this Mary Moo Cow-napper? In the backpack left behind, D.W. finds clues in an assortment of exotic objects. Could the backpack thief be even more sinister than she imagined-or just well traveled?

D.W. gets lost during a tour of the White House. A kind employee reunites her with her family and invites them all in for pizza -- but doesn't that guy look a little ... familiar? In part two, when Mr. Haney gives Arthur a sealed envelope to bring home, Arthur fears the worst.

D.W. has a tantrum in a restaurant -- someone tried to slip her some spinach! Is this the end of D.W.'s nights on the town? Based on a book of the same title by Marc Brown. In the second story, two really cool kids agree to teach Buster some skateboard tricks, but he has to do whatever they dare him to. How far will Buster go to be cool?

Will Fern give up her dreams of being a writer just because of one silly rejection? This is one case George might have to solve alone. Buster tells the story of a missing cereal box on his all-new podcast. Will he be able to find the thief - and in the process - the truth?

Flea to Be You and Me - Pal is itching like crazy and the culprit is Pepe, an Italian circus flea. To save himself from being "squeeshed," Pepe enthralls Kate, Pal, and Amigo with the story of his heartbreaking separation from brother Sale -- followed by an incredible journey across four continents! Kiss and Tell - Emily returns from her summer in Paris with the amazing news that she's been kissed .... by a boy! Just like in a fairy tale! Now D.W. wants a kiss so that she can be a princess, too. But where can she find her Prince Charming?

Francine's Big Top Trouble - Francine is sure she will be a star at circus camp. Since Catherine did so well there - how hard could it be? Well, very, it turns out. Will Francine ever get the hang of tumbling? And, more importantly, will she ever step out of her sister's shadow? George Blows His Top - George is always more than happy to lend his pals whatever they need, especially Buster. But when Buster's borrowing gets out of control, will George risk their friendship to say enough is enough!

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.

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.

Arthur, Buster, and Brain are worried when Mr. Ratburn isn't acting like himself. He's always pleased to see them...so what has made him change his tune? When Mr. Crosswire gets a robot butler for Father's Day, Muffy fears Bailey may be replaced.

Lights, Camera ...Opera! - When Muffy's Dad gives her concert tickets, she couldn't be more excited, until she discovers that she's going to ... gasp! ... the opera. How will she even understand what's going on let alone stay awake? Opera singer Rodney Gilfrey guest stars to show Muffy why Bizet's "Carmen" can be a whole lot more fun than ` Tween Dream! All Worked Up - Arthur aced five quizzes in a row! But his luck runs out when Mom takes a new job. Did his streak end because Mom's schedule is disrupting his perfect routine?! At first Arthur and D.W. get all worked up over this change at home, but they learn that they'll always be priority number one.

Arthur falls asleep on a bus and awakens in a strange -- and scary -- part of town. Will he ever find his way home? Can he keep himself from crying? In part two, Arthur learns he doesn't have to go far from home to have a great summer.

Muffy's proud that her dad is the new soccer coach until he exhausts the team with demanding drills like the piston, the muffler, and the-gulp!-shock absorber. Even if Muffy survives playing goalie in the big game against Mighty Mountain, will the team survive her dad? The try-outs for the Young Person's Orchestra are coming to Lakewood Elementary and everyone agrees that Binky is a shoe-in, since he's the best musician in school. So why is Binky suddenly refusing to play in band practice? Has Binky turned against the clarinet or against music itself?

The latest book about everyone's favorite boy wizard-Henry Skreever, of course-is finally in stores! Every kid in town is lining up to get it except Prunella, who's ordered a monogrammed, limited edition, coming all the way from England. She's in for a surprise, though, when they mix up her order and send a Braille version instead. Ever wonder what Baby Kate and Pal are thinking? Join an adventure into their secret world, where Arthur and D.W. watch impossibly immature TV showsand silly grown-ups are often in need of rescue!

At the Elwood City Picnic, Prunella pretends she can see the future at her fortune telling booth. But her best friend, Marina, doubts her mystical powers. The Lakewood Elementary soccer team has had enough of Francine's bossy behavior. To show the team how much they need her, Francine gives up her post to the most unlikely teammate...Buster!

While struggling to write a poem for his mom, Binky falls asleep and gets trapped in Verseberg... where it's a crime not to rhyme! After tangling with the big purple orange and meeting poet William Carlos Williams, Binky finally escapes this curse-but will he be able to stop speaking in verse?? D.W. lost her voice! For Arthur it's a dream come true...until Mom asks Arthur to take care of D.W., and he finds himself at the mercy of a bad mime with a cowbell. Will Arthur spend the rest of his life at D.W.'s beck and call, endlessly fetching ginger ale and playing Crazy-eights?

Sue Ellen is the champion of the popular Internet game, Virtualgoose.com. She becomes so obsessed, however, that she starts imagining her friends as geese to be conquered! Can Sue Ellen give up Virtualgoose before she finally quacks...er, cracks? Now that the gang has beaten Virtualgoose, they move onto Best of the Nest, where five geese fight to survive in the virtual woods. As the competition escalates, Brain becomes inspired to initiate a camping trip in the real woods. Will any of his friends be willing to forgo their computers for a real, live adventure?

D.W. gets jealous when Grandma Thora becomes the most popular babysitter in town. When Bud falls in love with a snazzy new pair of boots, he might face his toughest adventure yet - learning to tie his shoes.

Buster is convinced that he's seen real UFO's, and he uses Muffy's fancy new telescope to get the proof. What he discovers is much more terrifying-a comet hurtling directly toward earth! Can Buster convince his friends that this sighting is real in time for them to save the planet? Mr. Sipple from next door is moving away and Arthur wonders-who will be the new neighbors? When Alberto Molina and his family settle in, Arthur makes a new friend and learns about a different culture...and about a comic book character named Conejitos Mechanicos! (That's Spanish for Bionic Bunny)

All the kids know that George is smart-so why does he sometimes have trouble reading and writing? With a little help from others with dyslexia like Principal Haney... and Leonardo Di Vinci!... George and the gang discover that learning happens in all different ways. D.W. is thrilled to be getting an allowance. At last, she'll be rich and powerful! When she learns that Emily and the Tibbles have been already getting theirs for...well...years, D.W. is devastated. How can she remain friends with them is they have more money than she does?

Fern's been feeling low and no one can figure out why. Luckily, Buster Baxter is on the case! He'll leave no stone unturned, no lead unexplored, no ice cream uneaten... Educational Objective: Buster and George learn that it's important to respect the feelings of others. With Arthur out of town, Buster is on the hunt for a new best friend. Problem is, Buster only wants to play games HIS way. Will Buster learn to compromise? Or is he destined to play alone? Educational Objective: Buster realizes that it can be fun to try new things.

Muffy embarks on an epic quest to find her long lost imaginary friend. But she has to be careful-the Crosswire basement is full of bewitched boxes and gadgets and dolls...oh my! Educational Objective: Muffy discovers the value and power of having an imagination. It's Catherine's 16th birthday, and Francine has been cordially UN-invited to the party. With the help of her friends, Francine whips up the perfect present for her big sister...a sneaky surprise with a side of payback! Educational Objective: Francine learns the value of forgiveness.

When the Athlete of the Year Award doesn't go to Francine, she makes no effort to hide her hurt feelings from Jenna, the recipient. Michelle Kwan, world champion figure skater and graduate of Lakewood Elementary (who knew?), guest stars to teach Francine about good sports(wo)manship. Arthur can't believe his parents are hiring a babysitter-he's 8-years-old! Besides, babysitters are b-o-r-i-n-g! But 16-year-old Sally MacGill's favorite hobbies are eating ice cream and playing the Dark Bunny VI: Curse of the Moomy videogame, and now all Arthur can think is...WOW!

Attention Lakewood Elementary! There's a new sheriff-er, hallway monitor-in town, and his name is George Lundgren. Ladonna Compson is friendly, funny, and full of personality. Everyone likes her! At least, that's what she thought...

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.

When Bud is blamed for an accident D.W. causes, she has to decide whether to let her friend take the fall. Educational Objective: D.W. learns the importance of honesty and accepting responsibility for her actions. / D.W. and Bud can't wait to ride "The Buzzard," Wonder World's newest rollercoaster. Will they make it past the persnickety ticket taker...or will they come up short? Educational Objective: D.W. and Bud learn the power of persistence.

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.

ANDREW BIRD: WHISTLING WHILE HE WORKS For the last 20 years, talent has allowed Andrew Bird to mostly write his own ticket. Now, he's coming up with some of his finest work yet. Join us for a full-length episode of Articulate featuring new music by Andrew Bird and personal insights into his life...so far.

MILTON GLASER: DESIGNING THE TRUTH The 90-year old graphic designer Milton Glaser has spent a lifetime creating iconic brand identities. Yet his first priority has always been truth. CAMILLE BROWN: THE PAST IS PRESENT Camille Brown is known for integrating African American social dance traditions into uniquely modern choreography. JULIA WOLFE FINDS HER PLACE The Pulitzer Prize-winner Julia Wolfe mines history to create her innovative experimental compositions. But it wasn't a given that she would be a composer- her first love was the written word.

THE CARTHYS: NON-TRADITIONAL FOLK The Carthy family has been at the vanguard of English folk for decades. And they're still leading the way. ODED HIRSCH: AT THE BORDERS The Israeli conceptual artist Oded Hirsch lives on the periphery- both philosophically and geographically. DESSA'S DAUNTLESS The rapper, singer and writer, Dessa Darling found peace with heartbreak, scientifically.

DANIEL LIBESKIND DOESN'T HEAR NO Daniel Libeskind believes that architecture is, fundamentally, an act of optimism and of selflessness. MISSY MAZZOLI KEEPS IT SURREAL The composer Missy Mazzoli is a trailblazer- undeterred by obstacles, undaunted by the salacious. ELLIOTT ERWITT'S MOMENTS IN TIME For more than seven decades, the photographer Elliott Erwitt has been lauded for his humor and visual wit.

GREGORY PARDLO: FAR FROM THE TREE Gregory Pardlo's writing is informed both by his unconventional early life and his uncannily keen eye (for observation). THE TIRELESS SONYA TAYEH If you're looking for choreography that is as dense with emotion as it is with intense physicality, look no further than Sonya Tayeh. BRUCE ADOLPHE: COMPOSING A THESIS Bruce Adolphe believes that classical music has much to gain from other, far-reaching disciplines (including neuroscience!).

ARTHUR YORINKS: THE CREATIVE ENGINE For the past 40 years, Arthur Yorinks has been the power behind the throne for many of America's most significant artists. But his work stands on its own. KAREN RUSSELL'S UN-REALITIES Karen Russell's stories live in a space between the everyday and the surreal. JASON DECARIES TAYLOR: UNDERWATER MUSEAUMS Jason deCaires Taylor's greatest assets are underwater. All of his sculptures are entrusted to the oceans.

ANI LIU: DAUGHTER OF INVENTION At a young age, Ani Liu had to disguise her art as science. Now she combines them. HOWARD JACOBSON: SENESCENCE AND SENSIBILITY Howard Jacobson is now a pillar of English literature and society. But this was never anything he would have predicted. EDGAR MEYER: BEYOND THE BASS-ICS Historically, repertoire for the double bass has been extremely limited. The acclaimed performer, collaborator, and composer Edgar Meyer is out to change that.

DANIEL BARENBOIM: CONDUCTING CHANGE The world-renowned pianist, conductor and activist Daniel Barenboim is dedicated to making real change in the world through music. TIFT MERRITT'S TRANSFORMATIONS In the songs of Tift Merritt, the stuff of everyday life is ripe for the picking. VIVEK SHRAYA: CHANGING FOR GOOD For the interdisciplinary artist Vivek Shraya, creativity is at the heart of self-discovery.

Host Kevin O'Connor, general contractor Tom Silva, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey, landscape contractor Roger Cook and guest experts make personal HOUSE calls, guiding viewers through home improvement techniques.

Tom travels to Utah to help a homeowner replace his traditional stair railing with more modern cable railing; Richard explains why standard PVC should not be used to vent gas appliances and what should be used instead; Nathan upgrades a standard, flat panel hollow core door to look more modern; Mauro helps a homeowner properly clean and paint her vinyl shutters.

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.

Savor an hour with young pop superstar Billie Eilish. The L.A. singer/songwriter performs her hits and songs from her debut LP "When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?"

Enjoy an unforgettable hour with acclaimed artist Brandi Carlile. The Seattle singer-songwriter performs highlights from her critically lauded album "By the Way, I Forgive You."

Thrill to an hour of rock and soul with Cage the Elephant and Tank and the Bangas. Nashville rockers Cage the Elephant blaze through hits and albums. New Orleans jazz/soul mavens Tank and the Bangas groove through songs from LP "Green Balloon."

Savor the experimental rock of singer/songwriter Mitski and indie rockers Rainbow Kitten Surprise. New Yorker Mitski plays songs from her album "Be the Cowboy," while North Carolina's RKS perform cuts from the record "How to: Friend, Love, Freefall."

Enjoy an unforgettable hour with dynamic performances from two acclaimed singer-songwriters. Texas native Jones makes her fourth appearance on ACL in support of her LP Day Breaks. Indie breakout star Olsen sings tunes from her stellar LP My Woman.

Savor an hour with adventurous singer/songwriters Sharon Van Etten and Lucy Dacus. New Yorker Van Etten performs songs from her acclaimed LP "Remind Me Tomorrow," while Virginian Dacus highlights her album "Historian."

Enjoy a visually and sonically stunning hour with Grammy-winning art-rock performer St. Vincent. The groundbreaking singer-songwriter-guitarist and her band perform songs from her acclaimed LP "Masseducation."

Enjoy 60 minutes of soulful rock & roll with the Raconteurs and Black Pumas. Nashville's Raconteurs spotlight their album "Help Us Stranger, " while Austin's Black Pumas perform tunes from their self-titled debut.

Contemporary bluesman Toronzo Cannon from Chicago performs the title track from his album, "John the Conquer Root," "Ti Ni Nee Ni Nu," and more. In the band with Cannon are Dave Forte, bass; Melvin "Pookie Styx" Carlisle, drums; and Luca Chiellini, keyboard. Recorded at Michigan BluesFest 2015 in Lansing's historic Old Town district.

The encore set from contemporary bluesman Toronzo Cannon features "Walk It Off" and more from his latest recording, "The Chicago Way." In the band with the Cannon are Dave Forte, bass; Melvin "Pookie Styx" Carlisle, drums; and Luca Chiellini, keyboard. Recorded at Michigan BluesFest 2015 in Lansing's historic Old Town district.

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.

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.

What could be more inspiring than the sights and sounds of the ocean that evoke a sense of calm? Tammy Honaman is up first with a metal clay project inspired by her love of the sea. Then meet Sara Oehler for a seed bead revolution featuring the calming colors of blue and green.

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.

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.

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.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

In THE BEAUTY OF OIL PAINTING, husband-and-wife artists Gary and Kathwren Jenkins introduce viewers to the art of oil painting from their studio and gallery in Reno, Nevada. Gary and Kathwren's shared passion for teaching is evident as the couple calmly and confidently guide viewers step-by-step through the creation of a new painting. With palette in hand and clean canvas before them, the Jenkins use brilliant color, specific brush strokes and the wet-on-wet method to paint their trademark florals and portraits of creatures great and small.

Join "The Prince of Spanish Guitar" for a romantic and exotic journey of music and dance that celebrates the fire, passion and spirit of Spain. Benise adds his signature twist to classics such as "Granada," "Malaguena," "Moonlight Sonata" and more.

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 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'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.

Nancy and Eileen Roche discuss the first three easy lessons for machine embroider. Lesson one: beginning basics provides necessary information on the top six machine features to look for in an embroidery machine and using appropriate stabilizers. Lesson two: embroidery designs enlightens embroiderers as to the differences in types and categories of designs. Lesson three: placement discusses using design templates and positioning aides to enable embroiderers to get the design to stitch in a precise location, as well as embroidery blanks.

Nancy and Eileen conclude their machine embroidery lessons with four through six. Lesson four: hooping provides information on different hoops, tools, and techniques that assist with the hooping process, as well as how to hoop the fabric and stabilizer. Lesson five: stitching covers final adjustments to make just before stitching out the embroidery design and fixing mishaps. Lesson six: finishing discusses simple yet important steps to follow after your design is complete, both before and after removing the hoop.

Take the annoyance out of creating quilt blocks that contain triangle shapes. Nancy demonstrates how to make no-hassle 1/2 square triangles using the speediest, most accurate and no-math ways. Among the 1/2 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 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.

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.

Make easy projects all starting with rectangles and squares. Nancy 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 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 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!

Piece perfect quilt blocks with ease using your embroidery machine. Nancy and embroidery guru Denise Abel teach you how to piece quilt blocks using a combination of machine embroidery and techniques borrowed from paper piecing. There's no precise measuring or cutting needed! Piece blocks by layering fabric over guidelines that the machine stitches onto stabilizer. Perfect blocks every time!

Turn your embroidery machine into a quilting machine. Easily achieve amazing results when you combine quilting and machine embroidery. Nancy and Denise Abel, embroidery guru, demonstrate how to get the look of free motion quilting without the stress-let your embroidery machine do the quilting for you! Quilting in the hoop creates superb consistency for prize-winning quilts.

Nancy 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 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 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.

Organize and tote your valuables for vacation, shopping, and work with quick and classy gear. Nancy's guest, Mary Mulari, has designed unique travel accessories that are clever and trendy. She and Nancy show how to make a roll-up blanket, easy zipper pulls, a roomy fold-up tote, a tray for gathering travel supplies, and much more. Organize your stuff so you can kick back and enjoy the ride!

Stitch travel projects that "rock" with inspiration from Mary Mulari's ingenious creations. Author and designer Mary Mulari teams up with Nancy to make travel gear perfect for gifts or yourself. Learn the basics of making a travel trio bag set, a jewels and treats bag, a curling iron tote, a tee with secret pockets for valuables, and other travel inspired projects. Versatile designs-simple enough for beginners!

Upgrade your sewing ability with popular presser feet and instructions from Nancy. Nancy's techniques are amazingly simple for using the Invisible Zipper Foot, Roller Foot, Walking Foot, and Satin edge Foot as you make samples for this workbook lesson. Basic techniques and new ideas merge for a comprehensive class on presser feet.

Use specialty presser feet to help improve your basic and decorative sewing skills. Nancy includes characteristics, uses, settings, and how-tos for the Stitch-N-Ditch Foot, Teflon Foot, and the Flower Stitch Foot. Learn new options for binding, sewing difficult fabrics, and making beautiful circular flowers. Store the samples you make in the designated spaces in the workbook for future reference.

Do you have extra presser feet hiding in your accessory box? Dig out your specialty presser feet and save some sewing time and effort using the Bias Binding Foot, Buttonhole Foot, Sequins 'n Ribbon Foot, and the Free-Motion Quilting Foot. Nancy teaches you how to use these feet to their full potential in this workbook style class that has you sew and save your samples.

Use your serger for more than finishing fabric edges. Take the lead from Nancy and serger pro Pam Mahshie to get your serging skills up to speed! Learn the basics, and get the confidence to gather, add puffing or textures, and serge on ribbon trim with ease. You'll be surprised as you learn new-age serging techniques for your projects.

This fun and facts serger class will teach you the basics and beyond. If you keep your serger set at the basic 4-thread stitch, join Nancy and serger pro Pam Mahshie to take your creative sewing and serging in a new direction. Explore stitches and threading possibilities as the journey continues and you learn the basics. Then branch out into new directions with techniques you'll love, for an ultimate serger experience!

This beautiful landscape is reflective of rich farmland as Bob Ross paints ponds, lush foliage and purple mountains against a blue sky dotted with white puffy clouds.

Bob Ross paints a picture of solitude featuring a lone mountain cabin standing near the edge of a cliff with a waterfall spilling into the stream below.

This landscape painting with mountains in the background, plentiful fir trees and a lake flowing alongside the embankment is given a distinctive touch as Bob Ross overlays the painting with two bold white borders.

Using blues, greens and yellows, Bob Ross places this cabin at the base of the mountains, giving it a lovely pastel hue.

Bob Ross quickly paints a most challenging masterpiece of majestic mountains reigning over a colorful seascape.

Far-away mountains appear to float in the clouds as Bob Ross paints a gently flowing river in the foreground.

With just a few tools, Bob Ross paints a mountain stream running through gently sloping ground that looks soft as velvet.

A sky of pink and yellow, blue water with white caps and a shoreline of sand dunes fill this Bob Ross painting of a dynamic ocean view, all framed in an oval shape.

Bob Ross paints with wonderful colors of blues, pinks, purples, greens and golds in this woodland setting with a lake flowing through the trees.

An inlet is the perfect place to escape with your thoughts and enjoy the day. Join Bob Ross as he takes you there!

A barn alongside a well-traveled road and beautiful greenery is Bob Ross' "dream on canvas" for today.

Bob Ross paints a haven from the cold of winter and threatening skies with this cabin standing in a clearing amid the forest trees.

A field of cold snow and a little cabin yield to a bright orange sun; Bob Ross creates harmony in this cool but cozy painting.

A beautiful snowy cabin scene painted inside an oval; this pleasing Bob Ross "trademark" is enjoyed by all.

It's all about the blues in this Bob Ross mountain painting. He brings an icy, frozen feel to the canvas that captures the deep chill of winter.

In The Better Brain Solution with Dr. Steven Masley, Dr. Masley informs us of the two urgent epidemics we are facing now--escalating rates of disabling memory loss and rapidly increasing rates of diabetes and pre-diabetes--and yet both conditions are largely preventable. Most people today understand the effect that elevated blood sugar has on their cardiovascular health, but few understand that insulin resistance is significantly damaging to the brain. In the The Better Brain Solution, Dr. Masley offers a program that, in the fight against diabetes, memory loss, and cognitive decline, can reverse insulin resistance, enhance cognitive performance, and stop cognitive decline before it is too late. Dr. Masley gives the viewers the tools he has developed for his own private patients to prevent and reverse this metabolic syndrome. He explores the impact of insulin resistance on the brain and the heart/brain/diabetes connection, explaining how cognitive function and memory work. The Better Brain Solution offers the viewer a comprehensive plan for achieving optimal brain health, providing information on brain-boosting foods and supplements as well as providing a practical way to assess cognitive function.

BETWEEN THE LINES WITH BARRY KIBRICK features thought-provoking interviews with famous novelists, distinguished authors, celebrity writers, top screenwriters, directors, musicians and award-winning columnists and journalists. Combining passion, insight and creativity, host Barry Kibrick brings a refreshing perspective, often surprising guests with his depth of understanding of their work. This season, Kibrick's guests include: Sir Ridley Scott, John Wooden, Carol Channing, Walter Isaacson, Erica Jong, Suzanne Somers, Robert Waller, Queen Noor, Walter Mosley, Peter Bogdanovich, Joss Whedon, Stephen J. Cannell, Michael York and Erik Weihenmayer.

Why do good people find it easy to forgive others yet treat themselves with harshness for not living up to their expectations? The answer is: Because they are good people. Now, it's time to shift that paradigm and realize that until we can forgive ourselves first, we cannot help others nor be at our own best.

The latest buzz word in self-help is that you must get out of your comfort zone to progress. But, on this episode we see why true progress is only made when you are in your comfort zone.

On this episode we delve deep into how success is born out of failure and how you can survive the initial pain when you realize the heroic courage it takes to fail, and do so with enthusiasm.

Is this all there is? Five words with a question mark. Yet those five words have been a question for humankind since the beginning of time. In this episode we quest for the elusive notion of transcendence.

William George Jordan wrote The Majesty of Calmness over 120 years ago. However, the message will resonate with us even more today. This episode is a guide to living a life of fulfillment due to an enlightened personal state of mind.

Beyond Your Backyard goes back in time and learns about American life in Colonial Williamsburg. Erik The Travel Guy steps into the shoes of an early American settler in this historic triangle where he takes up arms and learns all about the proper way to fire a musket, ax-throwing, the honest slave story, and how to make delicious ginger biscuits.

In this episode Erik The Travel Guy is your guide on a historical journey to the scene of one of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War - The Battle of Gettysburg. You'll walk in the footprints of President Abraham Lincoln and learn why so many visitors are coming to Adams County for a part of American history - and a pint of their famous handcrafted apple cider!

"Fun in the Sun" is given a whole new meaning in this episode as Erik The Travel Guy takes you down to Mile Zero to set sail and get some step by step snorkel instruction. He catches the island vibe on Duval Street, learns how to play a conch shell and shows you how to make an authentic Key Lime Pie with a local celebrity, Kermit.

Beyond Your Backyard travels to Montgomery County, Virginia to learn about some cutting-edge scientific research going on at Virginia Tech. Erik will also show you how to make the perfect Bison Burger and visits a hidden gem that serves the best fish tacos in the state!

In this episode of Beyond Your Backyard, Erik travels to New Orleans, Louisiana to uncover the secrets behind the distinct vibe synonymous with amazing food, live music and fun.

The Pennsylvania Great Outdoors Region is bursting at the seams with outdoor recreation for the whole family. In this episode, Erik learns more about the timber industry, how to make Moonshine and meets the world's most famous weather-predicting groundhog!

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.

Step off the beaten path in the breathtakingly beautiful Bahamas. Erik The Travel Guy shows you the best beaches, where the locals go to get fresh Conch fritters and steps in the kitchen to show you how to make mojito chicken!

Washington DC is a true "company town" and that company is the federal government. Erik tours the monuments, learns why DC is a district and not a US state and gets in the kitchen with a chef who shows us his own brand of soul food!

Two talented boys from a working class Maryland family, the Brothers Osborne bring us a "twang-and-crunch," equal parts country and rock into one of the freshest, most identifiable sounds to come out of Nashville in recent years. Five-time Grammy nominees, The Brothers Osborne reign as back-to-back ACM Vocal Duo of the Year Awards as well as the 2-time CMA Vocal Duo of the Year. Belt in for some Southern-Outlaw-Neo-Traditional Country!

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.

Award for Best Song, the Sundance Festival's World Cinema Audience Award, a TONY, and London's Olivier award for out-standing achievement in music. Hansard brings the heart and soul of the Irish backed by a powerful Folk-Rock horn band.

This native of South Africa who as a child moved to the U.S. is now a fiercely independent, DIY musician based in Boulder, CO. Influenced from a young age by Leonard Cohen, Kelly Joe Phelps and Bruce Springsteen, Isakov strikes that "balance of space and instrumentation," with lush flourishes-twirling strings, a loping banjo, ghostly pedal steel, solid yet restrained percussion. Precise arrangements with poignant and even devastating lyrics encourage a close listen and contemplation.

Lauren Morrow -- once the crown jewel of The Whiskey Gentry -- with her broad vocal range and sweet Georgia drawl, is here to you a story. Morrow's songs chronicle the decades of life-hers, her friends', her family's-some real, some fiction, all universal and yet personal. The ingenuity of her talent shines through, and whether crooning a murder ballad or belting out a vintage country banger, hers is a unique impression that lingers. And you don't want to miss that.

With a powerful style rooted in Country and in Pop and firmly based on a keen interpretative sense, Mandy Barnett, at the age of five, delved into headlong into song and had signed her first major label deal by age 12. A frequent guest on the Grand Ole Opry, Barnett tours nationally with her Nashville backing band.

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.

The Gulf of Mexico sparkles in the background as Donna, Jane and Margaret lead the workout from a Victorian-style pavilion.

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

Learn about the untold story of African American entrepreneurship, where skill, industriousness, ingenuity and sheer courage in the face of overwhelming odds provide the backbone of this nation's economic and social growth. Stanley Nelson directs.

Discover the inner workings of the brain and how we can harness the power of its neuroplasticity to make positive changes in our lives, using breakthrough research showing the incredible benefits of brain training with regards to dementia.

Join Laura as she bakes the day away under a raisin arbor that's minute away from harvest. In this episode we will discover how raisins are cultivated and cooked. Laura uses this fresh ingredient to make sweet treats with friend and pastry Chef Bill Corbett. Laura will learn raisin-farming practices with Steve Kister, a third generation grower. Steve shares with Laura the lay of the land and reaffirms his sustainable farming practices. For easy recipe ideas and tips, check out the Laura@Home segment featuring a flavored whipped cream recipe!

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.

Laura invites friend and Executive Chef Patrick Mulvaney to Bringing It Home! Patrick shares exciting and easy recipes using fresh cherries in this episode of Bringing It Home. Watch and learn as Laura and Chef Mulvaney prepare these recipes straight from Laura's family orchard. How delicate are cherries to harvest...we will show you. Want more? Then don't miss the Laura@Home segment as she prepares her "Skinny" Simple Syrup. Learn how to make your favorite drinks with less guilt!

Laura travels throughout California in search of one of the best fruits that Fall has to offer, figs! Laura learns from fig farmer, Kevin Herman, about the different varieties and origin of California Figs. While fresh in the fig orchard, Laura cooks with Chef Robert Del Grande of Cafe Annie in Houston, Texas. Chef Del Grande brings his big ideas to classic fig recipes and prepares an array of hearty dishes. For easy recipe ideas and tips, check out the Laura@Home segment featuring Prosciutto Wrapped Figs with Gorgonzola, Walnuts and Honey.

Laura takes a quick trip to Boston and leaves no stone unturned as she visits Chef Frank McClelland's farm. We cook and explore the farm that feeds both his family and restaurant. Laura makes another stop to see friend and Chef Bill Brodsky then dives deep into an authentic Cranberry harvest. Working up an appetite while in the bogs, Laura stops in at landmark restaurants to fuel up on delicious dishes and makes a few pit stops along the way to soak up Boston. For easy recipe ideas and tips, check out the Laura@Home segment featuring a Cranberry Mignonette.

Laura knows that corn is a staple in many cultures, but no more important than in Hispanic cuisine. How it's grown and where it comes from is the most important start but showcasing the variety of dishes it can be used in is exciting and adventurous, too. Join Laura and guest Chef Carolen Barrett as she takes us to Mexico to uncover a taste of the culture, adventure and food. For easy recipe ideas and tips check out our Laura@Home segment featuring a delicious Tropical Guacamole recipe!

Taking a trip to Napa only gets better when Laura meets up with Chef Michael Chiarello to cook with fresh heirloom tomatoes at Connolly Ranch. Together they cook, they laugh and they learn. At the ranch, Laura meets Eileen Chiarello who explains the sustainable farming program for kids. Join Laura on Bringing It Home as she follows heirloom tomatoes from the field to the table with recipes such as Pappa al Pomodoro. Learn how to make "Pomegranate Caviar" with Laura@ Home. These pearls are fun to make and full of flavor. This recipe can also be used to prepare balsamic "caviar" as featured in Chef Chiarello's recipe.

Laura McIntosh travels to what's fresh this week, Lemons! Laura will cook with Chef Jason Collis as he shows us four refreshing recipes that feature lemons. Learn how this citrus fruit is grown as we walk through a lush and aromatic lemon grove with grower Greg Patterson. Lemons are so versatile, from cooking and cleaning uses to herbal remedies. Lemons are great for decorating and brightening any room or add a little color to any occasion. Join Laura@Home to watch our segment featuring Laura's favorite ways to decorate with fresh lemons!

Laura visits the beautiful and historic Napa Valley. While in town, she stops by the Culinary Institute of America to see Chef Scott Samuel. Chef Samuel shows us the lush and fresh gardens where daily harvests take place. The students like us, learn the benefits of sustainability and using fresh ingredients in their recipes during classes at the CIA. Join Laura and Chef Scott for delicious recipes and the breath taking views of the Napa Valley. For easy recipe ideas and tip check out the Laura@Home segment featuring watermelon slicing tips, fun and easy!

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.

Laura travels to see one of the best disappearing acts for Fall, the Gravenstein apple harvest. The first apples to ripen in late summer are quickly disappearing. It is delicious and most arguably the most hallowed apple for the country states grower, Steve Dutton. Getting his Northern Carolina boots dirty, friend and Chef Dale Ray shares some harvest time recipes with Laura underneath these beautiful trees. Watch our Laura@Home segment as she prepares a squash-serving bowl for Chef Ray's Garden Winter Squash Soup. Want that extra nutty flavor? Try roasting the bowl in the oven!

With all the excitement of the Holiday season, it's nice to rely on recipes that we know will always taste great. Laura relies on one of her favorite chefs to pull it all together and invites him out for the holidays -Chef Josh Thomsen! In the field with Laura, Chef creates a beautiful Roasted Pheasant dish, Beef Short Ribs, Brussel Sprouts with Oyster Mushrooms & Pancetta and Potato Latkes. Laura thanks him with a spectacular Pomegranate Martini! Watch our all-new Laura@Home segment featuring Laura's favorite Farro Salad.

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.

Laura catches a feast today from the Gulf, and no one shows her how to cook it better than Mr. Louisiana himself, Celebrity Chef John Folse. Of course everyone needs a seaworthy boat, captain and secret ingredient to bring enough fish home to feed a hungry crew of guests waiting off shore. Laura also discusses the fresh waters off the coast with Secretary Robert Barham. Boy, he likes seafood. Ahoy, today we sail! For easy recipe ideas and tips, watch our Laura@Home segment featuring a Fresh Crab dish inspired by the Gulf & Chef John Folse!

They say southern food is good for the soul and these recipes will certainly do the trick. Laura invites Chef Dean Dupuis a New England Native to the Central Valley to show off deep southern flair. The surprising bounty of greens showcased in the episode demonstrates this regions unique microclimate that is a secret treasure. Laura finds other treasure in the region with a family estate that began from less than modest means. Join our new segment of Laura@Home to prepare a collard green relish that is ready to add a southern inspiration to any recipe. Let's learn how to make Chow Chow!

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.

We find out who was the first European to see a cacao bean and discover its role as the local money of the Maya. We trace chocolate's arrival in Europe, its acceptance by the Church, and its reputation as an aphrodisiac. Burt tours the Italian city of Torino, checks on the "Shroud" and stops into a 350-year-old chocolate cafe to get the recipe for the local chocolate speciality. We visit the streets of Torino where Michael Caine drove his mini Cooper in The Italian Job, and where Audrey Hepburn starred in War and Peace.

We visit a Hacienda in Venezuela to find out how the finest chocolate beans are being saved from extinction and how they are grown and fermented. We follow the beans back to Italy and see how they are selected and processed into chocolate bars. Burt attends a professional chocolate tasting class, during with he shares the secrets of the pros.

Each year, Burt and his film crew travel around the world making programs for Public Television and in the process, they spend a considerable amount of money. How they decide to spend those funds and how you decide to spend yours can have a powerful effect on government and corporate policy. In this program, Burt teams up with JUST Capital, a non-profit organization that works with Forbes Magazine to find out what are the issues Americans care about and which companies reflect those values. What Burt learned changed his views on destinations, airlines, hotels, restaurants, and where he shops. It could do the same for you.

We discover the history of deep sea sport fishing and why the Palm Beaches of Florida became the world epicentre of the sport. We learn why people like Ernest Hemingway and the Lone Ranger were attracted to the sport. We visit with the slightly dysfunctional family that invented the sport fishing boat and see how those boats and the family have changed over the years.

Burt takes a look at the nautical phrases that have come into popular use like "cup of joe" and "feeling blue". We discover the importance of catch-and-release programs, and the women who have become stars of the deep-sea fishing sport. We meet a mechanic who flies his plane around the world to fix deep sea sports fishing boats and we witness Burt catching and releasing a 7- (or maybe 5-) foot shark.

In Kansas City / Part One, Burt teamed up with Dan Hesse, the former CEO of Sprint and long time resident of the city to discover the best BBQ, the secret behind the success of The Kansas City Royals, and the extraordinary collection of art at the Nelson-Atkins Museum. In this program Dan joins Burt to guide him through an amazing museum devoted to World War One, and explains the effects of modern technology on music and mobility. We also get to spend an afternoon with Tom Watson, one of the world's greatest golfers.

As Burt travels around the world he is often confronted with the need to purchase water, which led to an interest in the cost and ecology of bottled water and the history of water in general. In this program we look at how life adjusts to the need for water in different parts of the world, and its chemistry as a liquid, a solid and a gas. We also look at the part water plays in all major religions and a new form of water that was invented in Japan.

One of the fastest growing areas in travel is international volunteer tourism. It started over one hundred years ago when the Red Cross set-up the Voluntary Aid Detachment (VAD) to help soldiers and civilians in combat zones regardless of their alliance. In this program, Burt travels to Geneva, Switzerland, London, and Washington, DC to talk with experts at the International Red Cross, and the World Health Organization, to find out what is happening and how we can use our vacation time to help.

In Part One of Volunteer Tourism, Burt took a look at the origin of international volunteer tourism and what is happening today. In Part Two, Burt continues to investigate the subject with CARE, Save The Children and Doctors Without Borders. Burt focuses on the humanitarian issues, how the problems developed, how to evaluate the opportunities for voluntary tourism, and what each of us can do even if we stay at home.

The Cat in the Hat takes us on a cosmic adventure through the solar system to assist with Operation Rover Repair!

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 Plan for Sand - Nick and Sally are playing in their sandbox, but there's not enough room for them to build their castles. The Cat arrives to take them to the biggest sandbox they'll ever see! In the desert, they meet Carmela the Camel who teaches them about how camels are adapted to live in the dry, sandy climate. Whale Music - Nick and Sally have made a song to sing to their moms, but they can't get the ending quite right. The Cat in the Hat takes them to meet the best singing teacher in the world, Humphrey the Humpback Whale! While bobbing in the ocean, Humphrey teaches the kids that whales communicate by singing, and that it's not how you sing that matters, but what you're saying in the song. The kids return home to delight their mothers with their song!

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.

Babies - Sally is looking after some baby hamsters, but how can she and Nick hold them right? Well, different animals hold their babies different ways. A trip to Ozzie-Wozz Outback will help them, Cat has some friends who know all about carrying babies! First up is Wilma the spider, who carries all her babies on her back. Then it's off to see Dilly the crocodile, she carries her babies in her mouth! And the last stop, Coco the Koala who uses a pouch to carry her little one. But how does that help Nick and Sally? Well all the babies were happiest with their moms, so they'll just leave them all together. Fast - It's a race to the treehouse, but Nick and Sally wish they could go as fast as an airplane! How about a peregrine? asks The Cat. What's that? The fastest creature in the world! His friend Perry the Peregrine Falcon will show them how fast he can be. Off to Steep-and-Deep Cliffs to meet him! Using Cat's special backpacks, the kids have wings like Perry's so they can fly through the air too. Perry shows them how he dives straight down to catch his food. Who wants to be as fast as an airplane, when you can be a peregrine falcon!

Balancing Act - Sally and Nick are trying to walk across a beam in their backyard, but are having trouble staying on it! Can the Cat help? Why of course! His friend Zappa the snow leopard is an amazing balancer! He uses his big wide feet and his long tail to help him keep his balance. Nick and Sally don't have tails, but they see how Zappa moves carefully to keep his weight balanced, now they know what to do at home. Using broomsticks to help them stay balanced, Nick and Sally are able to cross the balance beam. And just in time to have some yummy bran berry muffins! Marvelous Marbles - The kids are playing with glass marbles, until one of them rolls away! It was Nick's "extra luck never miss marble", now what is he going to do? Cat will take them to a sandy beach that's full of marbles! But when they get there, all they see is sand. Cat's friend Sharky McGee explains that sand makes glass. He shows them how sand is turned into glass and all the wonderful things you can make with it. Including marbles!

Biggest Bird - Sally and Nick are pretending to be birds, because it's fun to fly! But not all birds can fly, says the Cat. His friend Os the ostrich can't fly, but he can do oh so many other things! Why don't they go meet him and try to guess what he's best at doing? Off to Savannah Saloo! They guess that he's good at being big, a really fast runner, growing beautiful feathers and seeing really far away! But those aren't what he does best. They meet Os' wife and ostrich chicks and realize that being moms and dads are what ostriches do best! Just like Nick and Sally's moms and dads! Drum Di Drum - Nick and Sally are trying to make some music, but they need drums. What about the drums in your ears? asks the Cat. Drums in ears?? Dr. Giggles will teach them all about it! By shrinking down super small, they go inside Thing One's ear to explore. They get to the ear drum and learn that it's not for making sounds, but for catching them! Back at home they play their music, and thank their ear drums for being able to hear it!

Bounce - Nick and Sally are wondering why their ball is so bouncy. Fish tells them it's because it's made from rubber, and rubber comes from trees. Cat doesn't believe him so it's time to ask the expert, Dr. Twiggles! It turns out Fish is right! And Dr. Twiggles shows them all just how rubber is made, and all the wonderful things rubber can make! Timmy Tippy Toe - Nick and Sally are playing on a climbing frame but just can't manage to get to the top. Cat tries to show them how it's done but he can't do it either! Time to go see Timmy Tippy Toe, the Klipspringer who is an expert climber! Timmy teaches them to use their hands and their feet, and now they can reach the top of their own "mountain"!

When Nick's magic trick causes his toy car to disappear under the porch, the Cat takes them to Arcade Island to win a Grasper-ma-clasper. Instead, they find out the magic of bumping things around. The kids want to make a great snowman but the clothes they've chosen are frozen in the ice and snow. Cat takes them to Coldsnap Island, where they discover that when they warm up ice or snow it becomes water.

When Nick's water glass suddenly falls over without anyone touching it, Cat comes to help them solve the mystery. They go to The Great Causeway and discover the world of cause and effect. Nick and Sally are playing musical instruments and notice that Fish's water is rippling. Why? Cat takes them to the Jingly Jungle for a concert by the great Vibrato. They discover that sound and vibration go together.

Chasing Rainbows - The kids are painting a picture of a rainbow but can't remember all the colors to use. Luckily for them, Cat takes them to Color-ga-lore to meet King Kaleidoscope, an expert on rainbows! A musical number teaches them the proper color order, and a silly spray of water leads them to discover how to make their very own rainbow! Follow the Prints - Nick and Sally are enjoying a backyard picnic when they discover their last strawberry has gone missing! Who could have taken it? Cat's friend Cluey Looey can help them! They are off to Muddyfeet Waterhole where they learn about how the differently shaped feet, paws, or hooves of various animals make differently shaped footprints. Back home, they follow the prints and discover their strawberry was taken by a squirrel! Luckily, the Cat has some more!