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Golf’s Grand Design

Examine the history and role of American golf course architecture and explore the unique relationship between the people who play the game and the places where they play. Golf's Grand Design focuses on golf course architecture from the 1880s through present day and highlights some of America’s best known and most influential courses, including the creative individuals who helped fashion them. The program also explores various eras and trends that affected course design and the game.

NPR Coverage of the 2012 Olympics

The games of the 30th Olympiad are under way and NPR is there in force. Tom Goldman and Howard Berkes, who have covered ten and eight Olympic games respectively, will be joined by Olympic newbie Mike Pesca. Phil Reeves will be our man about town, covering security and all that’s happening outside the gates. Follow along at NPR’s Summer Olympics 2012 website.

Happy Little Clouds: Bob Ross Remixed

You’ve seen him before. He’s the soft spoken guy painting happy clouds, mountains and trees in about twenty-six television minutes, using big brushes and offering a soothing “you can do it” to the audience. Bob Ross’ Joy of Painting program is the probably the most recognized, most watched TV art show in history.

WCVE Forum July 29: Kaine-Allen Debate at the Homestead

Deficit control took center stage as two former Virginia governors running for U.S. Senate, Democrat Tim Kaine and Republican George Allen, debated at the Homestead resort in Hot Springs on July 21, 2012.

Secrets of the Manor House

Exactly 100 years ago, the world of the British manor house was at its height. It was a life of luxury and indolence for a wealthy few supported by the labor of hundreds of servants toiling ceaselessly “below stairs” to make the lives of their lords and ladies run as smoothly as possible. It is a world that has provided a majestic backdrop to a range of movies and popular costume dramas to this day, including PBS’ Downton Abbey.

BBC Proms Presents Beethoven’s 9th

The world is turning to London this month as the 2012 Olympic Games kick off. Timed to end exactly one minute before the Olympics opening celebration begins, WCVE Public Radio will carry a live broadcast from the world’s largest classical music festival, the London-based BBC Proms!

Sneak Preview of New Documentary: “Out of Order”

Are Congress and our government broken or is it possible to restore civility and collegiality to Capitol Hill? Do lobbyists and their financing sources control the agenda? Has the news media lost its way and forgotten its role of informing the public?

Flying Squirrels Insider: Episode 8

As the Squirrels prepare for the second half of the season, Jon talks with John O'Conner, the Flying Squirrels Beat Writer for the Richmond Times-Displatch. We also get an in-depth behind the scenes look at the Squirrels’ Bullpen. WCVE PBS Producer Craig Keeton provides insight into how the show is created.

Market Warriors

Treasure hunters embark on an antiques adventure in Market Warriors, a new series from the producers of Antiques Roadshow, the hit PBS series and forerunner of television’s antiques and collectibles genre. In Market Warriors, expert shoppers scour flea markets across the country for vintage valuables, selling their finds at auction with an eye towards maximizing profit.

Studio Sessions With Rising Masters

Studio Sessions With Rising Masters showcases young talented performing artists from the Central Virginia region. The Rising Masters include the Graham Brothers, a dual grand piano sibling group that mesmerizes audiences; Ms. Anna Maples, a rising mezzo-soprano opera singer performing for The Virginia Opera, astounds audiences with her mature, seasoned delivery of the classics; Ms.