My Father, My Brother and Me

My Father My Brother and Me

In 2004, Frontline correspondent Dave Iverson received the same news that had been delivered to his father and older brother years earlier: He had Parkinson’s disease, a degenerative neurological disorder that affects more than 1 million Americans, the causes of which remain largely unknown and the cure for which has proved frustratingly elusive.

Class of ‘26: The Soundtrack of the Jazz Age

Paul Whiteman and Band at NBC Studio.

Calvin Coolidge was in the White House, Wheatena was on the breakfast table, and for two cents you could send a first-class letter. The world’s first radio network—NBC—was born that year, and Paul Whiteman reigned as radio’s so-called “King of Jazz.” In literature, Ernest Hemingway, writing in a new American voice, produced his “lost-generation” novel, The Sun Also Rises.

The Airmen and the Headhunters

airmen

Investigate the extraordinary survival story of a crew of airmen shot down over the jungles of Japanese-occupied Borneo during World War II in Secrets of the Dead: The Airmen and the Headhunters. This film recounts the rescue of a U.S. bomber crew by Dayak tribesmen, known for taking the heads of their enemies.

Maintaining an Active Lifestyle Over 50

Kathy Smith Ageless Energy

Health — specifically, being able to maintain an active lifestyle and stay energetic — is a top priority and key concern for many. Kathy Smith: Ageless Energy – a new special from the fitness icon – addresses and provides solutions to the “personal energy crisis” of viewers, specifically those over the age of 50.

Flying Squirrels Insider: Episode 4

Flying Squirrels Insider

Almost two months into the season, the month of May has been great for Flying Squirrels pitching as they boast the lowest ERA for the month in the Eastern League. Jon and Anthony are joined in-studio by reliever Brett Bochy and starter Justin Fitzgerald for a pitching tutorial. VP and COO Todd Parnell goes back-stage to visit with Reckless Kelly during a recent concert benefiting The Miracle League.

American Dreams Series on NPR’s Newsmagazines

American Dreams Series on NPR

The American Dream has always meant opportunity -- the idea that anyone can make it here. Woven through our politics, culture and family histories, the simple phrase lifted and sustained Americans for generations, and its promise inspired millions to come to the United States in search of a better life.

Hell and Back Again

Hell and Back Again

What does it mean to lead men in war? What does it mean to come home — injured physically and psychologically — and build a life anew? In Hell and Back Again, two overlapping narratives are intercut — the life of a Marine at war on the front and the life of the same Marine in recovery at home — creating both a dreamlike quality and a strikingly realistic depiction of how Marines experience this war.

An American Tradition Honoring Our Servicemen and Women

Memorial Day Concert

On the eve of Memorial Day, a star-studded line-up will grace the stage for one of PBS’ highest-rated programs, the Memorial Day Concert. The multi award-winning television event has truly become an American tradition, honoring the military service and sacrifice of all our men and women in uniform, their families at home and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Civilization: The West and the Rest

Civilization: The West and the Rest

The two-part series examines Niall Ferguson’s six principles of prosperity: Competition, Science, Modern Medicine, Property, Consumerism, and Work Ethic. For the past five centuries, Western power has prevailed around the world. What led the West to be so influential? And how long will the West sustain its supremacy?

WCVW PBS Increases Kids Programming; Upgrades Charlie Rose Timeslot

Super WHY

Shows like Super Why!, Word World, Curious George and Sid the Science Kid increase the odds that all children in our community succeed in school and in life. That’s one of the reasons as to why WCVW PBS is increasing its PBS KIDS line up.