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FROM OBAMA TO TRUMP

AMERICA’S GREAT DIVIDE

THE RISE AND REIGN OF JEFF BEZOS

Jeff Bezos is not only one of the richest men in the world, he has built a business empire that is without precedent in the history of American capitalism. His power to shape everything from the future of work to the future of commerce to the future of technology is unrivaled. As politicians and regulators around the world start to consider the global impact of Amazon—and how to reign in Bezos’ power—FRONTLINE investigates how he executed a plan to build one of the most influential economic and cultural forces in the world. With interviews of current and former insiders as well as regulators and critics, this film raises important questions about Jeff Bezos and the empire he built. 2x60, 1x120 HD

McCarthy chronicles the rise and fall of Joseph McCarthy, the Senator who tested the limits of American decency and democracy. Free of restraint or oversight, he conducted a crusade against those he accused of being Communists and enemies of the state, a chilling campaign marked by groundless accusations, bullying intimidation, grandiose showmanship and cruel victimization. Finally, after years in the headlines, he was brought down by his own excesses and overreach. He died a broken man, but his name lived on. For more than half a century, it has been linked to an all-too-familiar phenomenon, the modern-day witch hunt we call McCarthyism. 2x60, 1x120 HD

An investigation into America’s increasingly bitter, divided and toxic politics. Episode One traces how Barack Obama’s promise of unity collapsed as increasing racial, cultural and political divisions laid the groundwork for the rise of Donald Trump. Episode Two examines how Donald Trump’s campaign exploited the country’s divisions and how his presidency has unleashed anger on both sides of the divide. 4x60, 2x120 HD

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Sixty-six million years ago, an asteroid slammed into Earth, bringing the dinosaurs’ reign to a fiery end. But from this catastrophe, tiny mammal survivors were able to emerge from the shadows and flourish. Today we live in the age of mammals, with a staggering array of species, from lions to bats to whales. But how did our predecessors evolve so rapidly and diversify into the range of creatures we know today? An astonishing new trove of fossils is finally providing some answers. NOVA takes you to Colorado, where fossils hidden inside ordinary-looking rocks provide a dramatic picture of how life rebounded in the first million years after the asteroid impact. They show how plants and animals evolved together, and how rat-sized mammals—safe from dinosaurs’ jaws—ballooned in size at an astounding rate. What the fossils tell us may transform our understanding of our fellow mammals—and how life can recover after a mass extinction. 1x53 HD

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Mama Twiga in the Garden of EdenSince prehistoric times, there has been a place in the Serengeti where giraffes are permanent residents. They now share their grounds with the local impalas, Thomson’s gazelles and Grant’s gazelles. These new inhabitants live in constant danger from predators such as cheetahs, leopards, lions and hyenas, but adult giraffes are relatively safe. The giraffes’ offspring, however, are not as lucky. Mama Twiga in the Garden of Eden tells the emotional story of a mother giraffe, Mama Twiga, and the struggles of young giraffes and gazelles as they take on the risks of growing in the wilds of Swahili. 1x50 HD

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African Bambi On the great plains of Africa, predators must seize any opportunity to gain the upper hand. The cheetah and gazelle are natural opponents, both compelled by two profoundly embedded instincts—one to chase and the other to flee. This is the story of two fawns, living parallel lives—one, an impala resident in the southern acacia forests, and the other, a Thompson’s gazelle soon to be on the march with the great herds in the grasslands. Both must outrun the hunters to survive in a relentless and deadly contest in the East Africa savannah, one of the most beautiful places on Earth. 1x77 HD

BROADCAST HOUR ALSO AVAILABLE Fawn Identity 1x50 HD

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Survivor Survivor is more than a perilous journey, it is a story of a mother’s bond, a species’ endurance and one extraordinary calf’s breathtaking survival. Within moments of birth, a wildebeest calf is seized by a lioness. What should be the end of this story is just the beginning. Instinct drives the naive calf to bond with the nearest warm body: the lioness. In a never-before filmed moment, the lioness bonds in return. Survivor offers a way to see through the eyes of a newborn calf as it runs an obstacle course of hazards—cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, crocodiles—and a lion that defies nature. 1x70 HD

BROADCAST HOUR ALSO AVAILABLE Saved by the Lioness 1x50 HD

When Whales Walked: Journeys in Deep TimeThey are the most iconic animals on Earth—whales and birds of prey, ferocious crocodiles and magnificent elephants. To see them is to marvel—and to ask a surprisingly challenging question: Where did these amazing creatures come from? When Whales Walked: Journeys in Deep Time takes us on a global adventure to find the answer. 2x54, 1x114, 1x85 HD

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Wild North AmericaOver three seasons, Wild North America tells the story of the frontier and wildlife closest to America’s heart. The series travels from the Golden Coast, home to humpback whales and elephant seals, to Texas to explore the epic “Bat-nado”; and from the woods that Davy Crocket once called home in the Great Valley of Appalachia, to the Badlands of South Dakota where herds of bison roam the grasslands. Discover the amazing wildlife of North America. 15x48 HD

ALSO AVAILABLE Wild Places 20x50 HD

Born to Explore—Namibia: Land of the Cheetah 1x57 HD

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Academy Award-winning Passion Pictures and HHMI Tangled Bank Studios present one of the most important but untold science stories of our time—a tale with profound implications for the fate of life on our planet. Beginning in the 1960s, a small band of young scientists headed out into the wilderness, driven by an insatiable curiosity about how nature works. Immersed in some of the most remote and spectacular places on Earth—from the majestic Serengeti to the Amazon jungle; from the Arctic Ocean to Pacific tide pools—they discovered a single set of rules that govern all life. Now in the twilight of their eminent careers, these unsung heroes of modern ecology share the stories of their adventures, reveal how their pioneering work flipped our view of nature on its head, and give us a chance to reimagine the world as it could and should be. 1x51, 1x84 HD

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Babies of the PlainsWith their young in danger, mothers in every corner of the plains risk their lives to protect their offspring. Babies of the Plains explores the circle of life in the Serengeti.

Saving Paradise IslandsSaving Paradise Islands follows the dedication of conservationists like Jane Goodall who protect some of the most amazing marine locations of Tanzania: the islands Chumbe, Maziwe, and Fanjove.

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Tanzania’s Best Kept SecretsTanzania’s Best Kept Secrets highlights some of the most stunning national parks of Tanzania. Throughout the duration of each program discover the finest parks, explore their individual ecosystems, uncover their exceptionally rare plant life and meet some of the endangered animals that inhabit these protected areas. The series is a celebration of Tanzania’s National Parks, exploring their diversity and serving as a stark reminder of the beauty and fragility of this fascinating country. Episodes include: Katavi, Kilimanjaro, Mikumi, Tarangire and Zanzibar. 5x23 HD

ALSO AVAILABLE Beautiful Serengeti 12x24 HD

Wild Tanzania The Wild Tanzania series features the greatest aspects of Tanzanian wildlife in locations spread across the wide and diverse landscape of this enthralling African country. From Tanzania’s oldest and most popular park, the Serengeti, famed for its annual migration, where predator versus prey dominates; to the islands of Maziwe, Fanjove and Chumbe, where marine conservationists work hard to preserve its fragile ecosystem, the series captures the pressure of the natural and human threats on the Tanzanian flora and fauna. 4x50 HD

Queen of the HuntThis episode follows a cheetah mother with her five cubs as she struggles to raise them to adulthood, going on dangerous hunts to provide food, and protecting the vulnerable young cubs from lions and other predators.

River BattlefrontRiver Battlefront reveals the ongoing battle the hippopotamus and the Nile crocodile face to survive the clashes within their own species.

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On the Front Line: The Rangers of Gorongosa National ParkIn Mozambique’s Gorongosa National Park, a team of 260 Rangers are charged with protecting this beautiful conservation area from a host of threats such as poaching and illegal logging. Hundreds of candidates from local communities gather to participate in the intensive physical and mental examinations required to be considered eligible to become a Gorongosa Ranger. For the first time in the history of the park, women were able to sign up for the job. This documentary tells the inspiring story of the Rangers who are chosen to proudly wear the uniform. 1x57, 1x84 HD

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Dark Side of CrocsNile crocodiles, one of the most impressive creatures in the world, live in groups in African rivers. Water comes and goes in the wilds of Africa and while all animals need access to water, few can call the river home. The river provides these extraordinary animals with a stage to act out their stories of life and death. 1x50 HD

ALSO AVAILABLE Crocs of Katuma 1x47 HD

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World’s Greatest Animal EncountersThere can be few better ways to reconnect to nature than coming nose to beak or cheek to jowl with wildlife. This extraordinary 6-part series reveals the best places on the planet to encounter the world’s wildest animals. Discover where killer whales cruise the coastlines and grizzlies catch fish in the wild; trek deep into the jungle to meet silver-backed gorillas and embark on an African safari. From anacondas to zebras this is the ultimate guide to wildlife encounters the world over. 6x52 HD

ALSO AVAILABLE World’s Greatest Natural Wonders 6x52 HD

The National Parks: America’s Best Idea 12x52 HD

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Doctor BarryThis series follows Dr. Barry, a big-hearted veterinarian, and his team as he struggles to build his new vet practice in northeastern Canada while using all the resources and friends he can find to help injured and orphaned animals of all kinds. Each episode tracks the story of a regular patient, a rescue or release, and looks at one of Dr. Barry’s special projects to help animals in need. 6x24 HD

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Wonders of NatureWonders of Nature is a six-part celebration of the most striking creatures in the animal kingdom revealing their extraordinary behavior and survival strategies. From the majesty and power of the big cats to the beauty and grace of the flamingo flocks, this series explores the tremendous scope of life and death in the bush. Episodes include: Hunting, On the Defense, Family, Competition, On the Move, Water Worlds. 6x46 HD

GORONGOSAGorongosa: A New Hope in Wild AfricaJackson Wild Media Winner of Special Jury Prize 2019Gorongosa National Park in Mozambique has become one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife restoration stories. After a decade of renewed protection, Gorongosa’s large mammal population has increased 10-fold, to over 100,000 animals. The Gorongosa team is trying to reframe and redefine the identity and purpose of this beautiful park in central Mozambique. By bringing large-scale, long-term health care, agriculture support, and girls’ education to surrounding communities, Gorongosa is becoming a new model for other protected areas in Africa. 1x58 HD

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Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking: Season 7This season, travel to Madrid, Lisbon, London, Brighton and other places around the world to meet some of the most innovative chefs working today. 13x26 HD, Seasons 1–6 78x26 HD

Born to Explore: Season 2 Discover how travel can inspire and transform us all. From animal encounters to elaborate rituals and celebrations of people everywhere, enjoy a unique combination of human drama, adventure, and breathtaking beauty in every episode. Travel to far-flung corners of the globe to celebrate world cultures, encounter rare and endangered wildlife, and discover the exhilarating wonders of our planet. 13x29, Season 1: 26x29 HD

Classic WoodworkingTom McLaughlin creates easy-to-follow projects for woodworkers at every skill level. Projects this season include: a Craftsman-style dining chair in white oak; a tilt-top round breakfast table in curly maple; a live-edge coffee table made from New England walnut; and many more. 13x28 HD

Hosted by renowned chef Marcus Samuelsson, No Passport Required—Season 2 takes viewers on another inspiring journey across the U.S. to explore and celebrate the wide-ranging diversity of immigrant traditions and cuisine woven into American food and culture. Each week Marcus—an immigrant himself—visits a new city to learn about the dynamic and creative ways a particular community has made its mark. A vibrant portrait of America today, No Passport Required features chefs, entrepreneurs, artists, community leaders, and home cooks who have enhanced the nation’s culture and cuisine. Explore the wonders of the world’s global food traditions right here in the United States—no passport required. Season 2: 6x55; Season 1: 6x55 HD

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Weekends With YankeeWeekends with Yankee cohosts Richard Wiese and Amy Traverso share the best of New England, from the thrills of the mountains to the rugged beauty of the coast. 39x30 HD

Antiques Roadshow Part adventure, part history lesson and part treasure hunt, Antiques Roadshow is a 13-time Emmy® Award-nominee and PBS’ most-watched ongoing series. In each hour-long episode, specialists from the country’s leading auction houses and independent dealers offer free appraisals of antiques and collectibles. Antiques Roadshow cameras capture tales of family heirlooms, flea market finds and items saved from attics and basements, while experts reveal the fascinating truths about these items. 187x57

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Lost Viking ArmyForty years ago, a sleepy village in the heart of England was the scene of a gruesome discovery when nearly 300 skeletons were unearthed in a mass grave. Bioarchaeologists believe these bones are the last remains of the “Great Heathen Army,” a legendary Viking fighting force that invaded England in the ninth century. Armed with the latest scientific methods, the team uncovers extraordinary human stories from the front line, including evidence of women warriors and a lost king reunited with his son in death. 1x47 HD

Saving the Dead Sea There’s no place on Earth like it. Cleopatra attributed her beauty to its secrets and King Herod built one of the world’s first health spas on its shores. Now this wonder of the world is dying. Since 1976, its level has declined by more than 65 feet. Its coastline is pockmarked with thousands of sinkholes. Can the Dead Sea be saved? After more than a decade of research and debate, scientists, engineers and political leaders have come up with a daring plan, one that could not only save the sea but help bring stability to a region rife with conflict. NOVA follows this unprecedented endeavor as scientists and engineers race to save the Dead Sea and help bring water to one of the driest regions on Earth. 1x54 HD

Something In The AirPollution is killing tens of thousands of people every day around the world. Cities across Asia and Europe have had to shut down and stop traffic to manage “Airpocalypse” pollution events when the air is unsafe for the people who live there. But air pollution is a major killer everywhere, even places we think of as safe. Pollution causes a range of respiratory diseases, and even short exposure can change how our DNA functions. New science is finding that microscopic bits of air pollution may be able to travel from your nose directly into your brain, and could be causing dementia in humans. How unsafe is the pollution we can’t even see? Something in the Air explores these and other questions about the most precious resource we have—air. 1x52 HD

Inside the MegafireFrom the frontline of an active wildfire to the fire labs of researchers, Inside the Megafire reveals a burgeoning crisis: an unprecedented rise of massive wildfires across the globe. Weaving together the tense tail of the most destructive fire in California, the film addresses the history, ecology, forestry, and physics that have led to dramatic increase in wildfires all over the world. 1x54 HD

Dead Sea Scroll DetectivesThe Dead Sea Scrolls are one of the greatest archeological finds of all time. First discovered in a cave by a Bedouin shepherd boy in 1947, these fragile parchment relics were written around the time of Christ two millennia ago and include the oldest known versions of the Hebrew Bible. They not only reveal that early Judaism was far richer and more varied than previously thought, but also hold vital clues to the birth of Christianity. But who compiled them and do more scrolls await discovery? While certain scrolls have survived intact, others have been ravaged by time—burnt, decayed, or torn into pieces—and remain an enigma. Now, scientists are using new technologies to read the unreadable, solve mysteries that have endured for millennia, and even discover million-dollar fakes! Discover where science and scripture converge, on NOVA’s Dead Sea Scroll Detectives. 1x60 HD

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In this two-hour special, renowned paleontologist Kirk Johnson takes us on an epic adventure through time at the polar extremes of our planet. Following a trail of strange fossils found in all the wrong places—beech trees in Antarctica, hippo-like mammals in the Arctic—Johnson uncovers the bizarre history of the poles, from miles-high ice sheets to warm polar forests teeming with life. What caused such dramatic changes at the ends of the Earth? And what can the past reveal about our planet’s climate today—and in the future? 2x60 HD

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Decoding da VinciLeonardo da Vinci was the quintessential Renaissance man, accomplished in engineering, fine art, and biology, among other disciplines. Today, his centuries-old “inventions” seem to predict our modern age: contraptions similar to parachutes, army tanks, hang gliders, and robots fill his notebooks. But the man and the techniques behind masterpieces like “Mona Lisa” remain a mystery. On the 500th anniversary of da Vinci’s death, NOVA goes to Italy to explore his life and work. Then, in the basement of the Louvre, scientists and art restoration experts deploy cutting-edge technology to (digitally) peel back the layers of da Vinci’s works. Ultimately, they’ll reveal the impact of his science on his art and his art on his science. 1x55 HD

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Back to the MoonNOVA looks ahead to the hoped-for dawn of a new age in space travel. This time, governments and private industry are sharing the work of reaching our nearest celestial neighbor. Join the next generation of engineers that aim to take us to the Moon, and discover how our legacy of lunar exploration won’t be confined to the history books for long.1x54 HD

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Black Hole Apocalypse 2x55, 1x113 HD

Death Dive to Saturn 1x53 HD

Decoding the Great PyramidThe 6 million-ton Great Pyramid of Giza is the last surviving wonder of the ancient world. How did the Egyptians engineer the mighty pharaoh Khufu’s tomb so precisely, with none of today’s surveying and power tools? And who were the thousands of laborers who raised the stones? Decoding the Great Pyramid presents the latest evidence from groundbreaking archaeological research that has transformed our understanding of the ancient world’s most ambitious engineering project, revealing a “lost city” and intimate details of the lives of the laborers and officials who toiled on the vast construction. 1x53 HD

ALSO AVAILABLE Riddles of the Sphinx 1x53 HD

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Can Alzheimer’s Be Stopped?Alzheimer’s disease strikes at the core of what makes us human: our capacity to think, to love, and to remember. The disease ravages the minds of over 40 million victims worldwide, and it is one of the greatest medical mysteries of our time. Join investigators as they gather clues and attempt to reconstruct the molecular chain of events that ultimately leads to dementia, follow key researchers in the field who have helped to develop the leading theories of the disease, and meet the researchers testing therapies that may slow and even prevent Alzheimer’s. 1x60 HD

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Your Inner FishThis three-part series reveals a startling truth: Hidden within the human body is a story of life on Earth. That’s because the evolution of humans can be traced into the distant past, to the earliest forms of vertebrate life on land and even to the earliest forms of life on Earth. Each of us carries the genetic imprint of creatures that lived hundreds of millions of years ago. 3x55 HD

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Virus Hunters: Stopping the Next OutbreakIn the last half-century the number of spillover viruses has quadrupled, costing countless lives. Typically, people learn about outbreaks as sudden disconnected flare ups. But these viruses have much in common: where they come from, how they maim and kill, and how they can be controlled. By telling deeply human stories of disease victims and health care workers, Spillover: Zika, Ebola & Beyond goes beyond the headlines to convey important, usable information about spillover viruses, at a time when viewers need it most. 1x57 HD

Rise of the RocketsWe may be witnessing the dawn of a bold new era of human activity in space for science and exploration—but also for profit. An explosion of private companies is sparking the development of new technologies and lowering costs to bring space closer than ever. And at the same time, NASA is returning to crewed spaceflight with gusto, building a rocket more powerful even than the storied Saturn V to take us far beyond Earth. But this is not the first time we’ve seen signs of a rocketry renaissance. In the 1980s, there was a boom—and bust—in the privatization of space travel. Will today’s optimism about companies like SpaceX and Virgin Galactic prove prescient, or nothing more than hype and wishful thinking? 1x54 HD

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Mass Extinction: Life at the BrinkMass Extinction: Life at the Brink joins scientists around the globe as they unravel the mysteries of two of the most dramatic mass extinctions—the “K/T Extinction” that wiped out the dinosaurs, and “The Great Dying,” which obliterated nearly 90% of all Earth’s species. As different as they seem, these two extinctions share uncanny similarities and a message for today. Could the impact of human beings be just as devastating to the planet as a massive asteroid strike or volcanic eruptions? 1x51 HD

KĪlauea: Hawai‘i on FireIn April 2017 the Kīlauea Volcano erupted, obliterating neighborhoods with devastating force and uprooting thousands of local inhabitants. On the ground in the early days of the eruption, NOVA joins scientists and residents alike on a breathtaking journey to investigate Kīlauea’s recent spike in activity. Along the way, some of Hawai‘i’s biggest secrets are revealed: Why did these geologically distinctive volcanoes form in the middle of the Pacific? What does this tell us about how our planet works? And what dangers yet lurk for the local inhabitants of the island paradise? 1x54 HD

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Look Who’s DrivingAfter years of anticipation, autonomous vehicles are now being tested on public roads all over the world. Dozens of startups have sprung up alongside established auto and tech giants—who are also testing the waters—to form what many hope will be a transformative new industry. As ambitious innovators are rushing to cash in on what they see as high tech’s next pot of gold, some experts warn there are still daunting challenges to overcome, such as how to train computers to make life-and-death decisions as well as humans can. NOVA peers under the hood of the autonomous vehicle industry to investigate how exactly driverless cars work, how they may change the way we live, and whether we will ever be able to entrust them with our lives. 1x53 HD

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The Gene DoctorsWith privileged and intimate access to doctors and patients at the frontlines of genetic medicine, The Gene Doctors captures a new world of treatments at a remarkable moment. Follow an elite cadre of pioneers who are devising treatments that for the first time target the root causes of genetic illnesses. 1x54 HD

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The Next PompeiiCould a massive volcanic eruption devastate a major Italian city? Few of today’s inhabitants of nearby Naples realize the existence of another volcano right under their feet. In fact, the city’s suburbs and outlying towns are home to over half a million people, who live inside the giant collapsed crater of an ancient supervolcano. Its last major eruption killed 6,000 people in 1631. Now, a team of geologists has found evidence that a huge volume of magma is stirring beneath the surface of the crater and could break through the crust in the near future, triggering an explosive eruption that could kill millions. 1x54 HD

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Thai Cave Rescue The world held its breath as a courageous team of international cave divers joined Thai Navy Seals to rescue 12 young soccer players and their coach who were stranded for nearly two weeks inside a flooded cave in Thailand. NOVA takes a dramatic, inside look at the science behind the rescue, with stories from the children, their families and the rescuers who frantically explored every option—from pumping water to drilling—ultimately choosing to carry the children through miles of flooded and rugged caves. In what proved to be a miracle of technology, medicine and most of all, courage—all 13—who had been thought lost—were rescued. 1x54 HD

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Despite the constant news of violence, from mass shootings to wars, psychologist Steven Pinker believes we may be living in one of the most peaceful periods in human existence. Could it be true that physical violence has been in decline for centuries? And can it be prevented—or is it simply part of human nature? NOVA takes you on a journey through history and the human mind to explore what triggers violence and how it may have decreased over time. Taking clues from a Kenyan archaeology site, modern laboratory experiments, and even literature, researchers trace the social and neurobiological roots of human violence. They look at how individual forces, like income equality or personal contact through sports may curb violence in modern societies. And in places like Baltimore, where violence “interrupters” treat violence like a contagious disease, NOVA examines evidence-based approaches to making the world more peaceful. 2x54, 1x115 HD

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Supreme RevengeThe brutal, partisan conflict over President Donald Trump’s nomination of Justice Brett Kavanaugh has helped to infect the Supreme Court with Washington’s toxic politics. Now FRONTLINE reveals how the Kavanaugh clash is the latest battle in a decades long war for control of the Court. Drawing on interviews with senators and other senior officials, the film shows how a deeply felt, 30-year-old grievance drove powerful Republicans to exact revenge by maneuvering to secure conservative control of the Supreme Court—part of a battle that has undermined confidence in one of the most vital institutions in American democracy. 1x54 HD

In today’s 24-hour news cycle, with breaking headlines, all-news networks and online outlets constantly competing for attention, Retro Report widens the discussion, revealing the story behind the story, in order to gain new insights and shed perspective on events that are still resonant today. Each episode explores four distinct stories, together with a special weekly segment featuring the wit and wisdom of author and comedian Andy Borowitz. Topics include how Colin Kaepernick’s bended knee during the national anthem was deeply rooted in the 1968 Mexico City Olympics protest, why the U.S. government spends nearly $50 million a year to care for approximately 100,000 wild horses thanks to an obscure law passed more than 50 years ago, how the modern-day recycling movement was fueled by a news story about a barge full of garbage in the 1980s, and the tragic story behind why modern U.S. drug approval laws are so strict. 8x60 HD

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The Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia “Calling the show a ‘must see’ doesn’t quite do it justice…. Mr. Smith doesn’t always get the right answers, but he always asks the right questions. He’s dogged, while never overly impassioned or indignant; he’s relentless.”—The Wall Street Journal

The Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia is an epic investigation into Mohammed bin Salman’s ties to the murder of Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi, his relationship with the U.S., his handling of dissent, and his vision for the future of Saudi Arabia. This two-hour program features on-the-ground reporting from veteran FRONTLINE correspondent Martin Smith (Bitter Rivals: Iran and Saudi Arabia), who has been covering the Middle East for FRONTLINE for nearly two decades. 2x52, 1x112 HD

The Facebook DilemmaFRONTLINE investigates the early warnings about Facebook’s impact on privacy and democracy around the world and the company’s response to charges of promoting “fake news” and disrupting American politics. Drawing on dozens of original interviews with the media, tech industry, Wall Street, and politicians on both sides of the aisle, The Facebook Dilemma explores the company’s role in sowing division worldwide and the challenges facing the powerful social media platform today. 2x54 HD

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Mirror, Mirror on the WallA plastic surgeon and self-proclaimed artist seizes the spotlight for daring plastic-surgery performances. Mirror, Mirror is a tale about vanity and loneliness; an investigation into our beauty-obsessed world, putting selfie culture on the operating table and calling into question the impact this is having on us all—both as individuals and society. 1x60, 1x90 HD

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Donald Trump has made opposition to immigration the signature policy of his presidency, and used anti-immigration fervor to animate his supporters and fuel a political movement. Drawing on nearly 40 lengthy, on-camera interviews, this documentary describes how Steve Bannon, Stephen Miller and Jeff Sessions saw in the Trump candidacy a chance to roll back immigration—and how they have waged a war inside the White House to keep an unpredictable president on course. Zero Tolerance shows that while Trump rode to power amid a chorus of “Build the Wall,” behind the scenes the president was an unreliable ally on implementing key anti-immigration plans. As the president waffled, Miller, Sessions and Bannon played the central role in bringing their “imperfect instrument” back into line. It’s a must-watch look at how America’s immigration policies—and the rhetoric and images surrounding them—reached this moment. 1x54 HD

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Fire in ParadiseOn November 8, 2018, the deadliest and most destructive fire in California history began. By the time it would finally be extinguished, the fast-moving Camp Fire had burned an area the size of Chicago, destroyed approximately 30,000 homes, decimated the town of Paradise, and killed 85 people. Fire in Paradise shares tales of both miraculous escape and unfathomable loss—and raises tough questions about who and what are to blame for the fire’s catastrophic toll, drawing on firsthand accounts from survivors, first responders, and local authorities, as well as harrowing footage filmed by those in the path of the inferno. Fire in Paradise examines how climate change has contributed to making fires bigger and more frequent. 1x54 HD

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On The Presidents OrdersIn 2016, President Rodrigo Duterte announced a “war on drugs” in the Philippines, launching a wave of violence and murder targeting thousands of suspected drug dealers and users. With unprecedented, intimate access both to police officials implicated in the killings and the families destroyed as the result of Duterte’s deadly campaign, On the President’s Orders is a shocking and revelatory investigation into the extrajudicial murders that continue to this day. Entering a murky world of crime, drugs and politics, the filmmakers have captured the clear trajectory of what depths those who wield excessive power can reach, when attacking those who have the very least. 1x54, 1x71 HD

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Trump’s Trade WarPresident Donald Trump’s decision to put tariffs on billions of dollars in Chinese imports in 2018 shocked the world—and launched a perilous confrontation between the world’s two largest economic superpowers. From FRONTLINE producer Rick Young and his team and NPR correspondent Laura Sullivan, Trump’s Trade War takes viewers on the ground in both the U.S. and China, drawing on business and government insider accounts to offer an eye-opening look at the increasingly competitive rivalry between the two countries—a rivalry that extends well beyond just trade and tariffs. 1x54 HD

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College Behind Bars tells the personal stories of a dozen incarcerated men and women determined to turn their lives around and earn college degrees in the rigorous Bard Prison Initiative (BPI). Shot over four years in maximum and medium security prisons in NY State, the four-part documentary series puts a human face on mass incarceration and reveals the transformative power of education. 2x52, 4x56 HD

In the Age of AIFRONTLINE investigates the promise and perils of AI; from fears about work and privacy to rivalry between the U.S. and China. This film looks at a new industrial revolution that will reshape and disrupt our lives, our jobs and our world, and allow the emergence of the surveillance society. 2x54, 1x114 HD

Propaganda: The Art of Selling LiesIt may feel as if the present-day political world is spinning out of control, as are the various means of selling political thought. This program analyzes what is behind past and current propaganda, and questions what exactly is “the truth.” Propaganda identifies the predominant means and methods of persuasion that have been employed by those seeking power, often at any cost. The documentary looks back at key epochs of history when propaganda defined nations and kept populations in check. The time-honored tools of propaganda have included novels, poetry and oratory; statuary, paintings and posters; theatre, film and television; architecture, music and Internet technology. 1x57, 1x90 HD

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Marcos Doesn’t Live Here Anymore Marcos Doesn’t Live Here Anymore examines the national immigration debate with the help of two unforgettable protagonists. Elizabeth, a U.S. Marine veteran and immigration activist, tirelessly works to reunite her family after her husband, Marcos, is deported to Mexico. Meanwhile, Marcos copes with his loneliness and grapples with the urge to cross the border illegally to see his kids. Once Elizabeth’s efforts to return her husband hit a legal brick wall, she must plan for the unthinkable: living in exile to keep her family together. After seven years, the family reunites in Mexico. But will they remember how to live together? 2x54, 1x116 HD

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The FeudThe feud between the Hatfields and McCoys is perhaps the most famous family conflict in American history. As legend has it, two neighboring families in the backwoods of Appalachia waged a crude and bloody war against each other over a stolen hog, an illicit romance, and longstanding grudges. Once it started, there was nothing to stop the spiral of murder: no social mores against violence, no legal or political institutions in control, no personal religious values holding people back. Yet as this program reveals, the legend belies the truth. Both the Hatfields and McCoys were entrepreneurs seeking to climb up from hardship after fierce economic competition and rapid technological change had turned their lives upside down. When members of both families took their grievances to court, their dispute grew into a struggle between two states. Far from an isolated story of mountain lust and violence between “hillbillies,” the Hatfield-McCoy feud was a microcosm of the tensions inherent in the nation’s rapid industrialization after the Civil War. 1x60 HD

By the close of the Industrial Revolution, the American food supply was tainted—by frauds, fakes and legions of new, untested chemicals—all threatening the health of consumers across the country. Based on the critically acclaimed book by Deborah Blum, The Poison Squad tells the story of crusading government chemist Harvey Washington Wiley, the man who led the pure food movement against the food manufacturing industry in the early years of the twentieth century, embarking upon a series of bold and controversial trials on twelve human subjects—who would become known as the “Poison Squad.” Wiley’s experiments and tireless advocacy laid the groundwork for the United States’ consumer protection laws, and ultimately the creation of the FDA. 2x60, 1x120 HD

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The Dictator’s PlaybookFrom Mussolini to Saddam Hussein, dictators have shaped the world we live in. How did they seize and wield power? What forces rose up against them or resisted them in secret? How did they finally come to the bitter end? This series answers those questions in six immersive hours, each a revealing portrait of brutality and power. 6x54 HD Episodes Include: Kim Il Sung; Saddam Hussein; Benito Mussolini; Manuel Noriega; Francisco Franco; Idi Amin

WoodstockIn August 1969, nearly half a million people gathered at a farm in upstate New York to hear music. What happened over the next three days, however, was far more than a concert. It would become a legendary event, one that would define a generation and mark the end of one of the most turbulent decades in modern history. Woodstock: Three Days That Defined a Generation turns the lens back at the audience, at the swarming, impromptu city that grew up overnight on a few acres of farm land. 1x82, 1x99 HD

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The SwampOnce more than 100 miles long and 60 miles wide, the impenetrable grass, water and wildlife of the Everglades originally covered most of south Florida. One journalist decried it as a “vast and useless marsh.” Today, the area is home to seven million residents, 40 million annual tourists and the world’s largest concentration of golf courses. The Swamp tells the dramatic story behind this transformation, examining the history, ecological collapse, and potential resurrection of one of the Earth’s largest and most unique ecosystems. The Swamp recounts the work of the politicians, businessmen and engineers who transformed the Everglades and cleared the way for the development that would ultimately destroy it, as well as the activists who sounded the alarm about its future and lobbied for its preservation and revival. 1x114 HD

Chasing The MoonChasing the Moon, a film by Robert Stone, recasts the Space Age as a fascinating stew of scientific innovation, political calculation, media spectacle, visionary impulses and personal drama. Utilizing a visual feast of previously overlooked and lost archival material—much of which has never before been seen by the public—the film features a diverse cast of characters who played key roles in these historic events. 6x52, 3x113 HD

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Memory of the CampsIn the spring of 1945, Allied forces liberating Europe found evidence of atrocities which have tortured the world’s conscience ever since. As the troops entered the German concentration camps, they made a systematic film record of what they saw. Assembled and edited that summer under the supervision of the British Ministry of Information and the American Office of War Information, some of the documentary editing was done under the direction of Alfred Hitchcock—but the film was left unfinished. FRONTLINE found it stored in a vault of London’s Imperial War Museum and, in 1985, broadcast it for the first time. Thirty-five years later, Memory of the Camps remains one of the most definitive and unforgettable records of the 20th century’s darkest hour. 1x57 HD

The WarThe War, a seven-part series directed and produced by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick, explores the most intimate human dimensions of the greatest cataclysm in history: a worldwide catastrophe that touched the lives of every family on every street in every town in America and demonstrates that in extraordinary times, there are no ordinary lives. Throughout the series, the indelible experience of combat is brought vividly to life as veterans describe what it was like to fight and kill and see men die at places like Monte Cassino and Anzio and Omaha Beach; the H’rtgen Forest and the Vosges Mountains and the Ardennes; and on the other side of the world at Guadalcanal and Tarawa and Saipan; Peleliu and the Philippine Sea and Okinawa. In all of the battle scenes, dramatic historical footage and photographs are combined with extraordinarily realistic sound effects to give the film a terrifying, visceral immediacy. 14x60 HD

D-Day 360Focusing on the most important strip of Omaha beach that day—the exit at Vierville-sur-Mer—D-DAY 360 strips D-Day back to its raw data to reveal how the odds of victory, in the greatest gamble of World War II, swung on what happened over a five-hour period on a five mile stretch of French coastline. Data gathered though forensic laser scanning, 3D computer modeling, and eye-witness accounts bring the battlefield to life as never before. 1x54 HD

The Rape of EuropaThe Rape of Europa tells the epic story of the systematic theft, deliberate destruction, and miraculous survival of Europe’s art treasures during the Third Reich and World War II. In a journey through seven countries, the film takes viewers into the violent whirlwind of fanaticism, greed, and warfare that threatened to wipe out the artistic heritage of Europe. For twelve long years, the Nazis looted and destroyed art on a scale unprecedented in history. But heroic young art historians and curators from America and across Europe fought back with an extraordinary campaign to rescue and return the millions of lost, hidden, and stolen treasures. Now, more than sixty years later, the legacy of this tragic history continues to play out as families of looted collectors recover major works of art, conservators repair battle damage, and nations fight over the fate of ill-gotten spoils of war. 2x54 HD

ALSO AVAILABLE The Ghost Army, 1x56 HD, Flying the Secret Sky, 1x56 HD, Killer Subs in Pearl Harbor, 1x53 HD, Jewish GIs of WWII, 1x55 HD, Defying the Nazis: The Sharps’ War 1x79, 1x57 HD, Holocaust Escape Tunnel 1x55 HD, The Last B-24, 1x53 HD, Dunkirk: The New Evidence, 1x47 HD

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Reconstruction: America After the Civil WarHenry Louis Gates, Jr. presents the definitive history of the transformative years following the American Civil War, when the nation struggled to rebuild itself amidst profound loss, massive destruction and revolutionary social change. The film also explores the flowering of African American art, music, literature and culture as tools of resistance in the struggle against Jim Crow racism, and the surge of political activism that marked the launch of iconic civil rights organizations. 4x55, 2x120 HD

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Jerusalem: God’s AddressJerusalem is a city that contains one God interpreted by the three monotheistic faiths—situated at the crossroad between heaven and earth, the center of global history and home to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This documentary journeys through the eye of the storm to the Haram al Sharif/Temple Mount, examining the ways in which religious and political perspectives manifest upon contemporary life. How is it possible that such a godforsaken place continues to bear enormous implications upon the rest of the world—why Jerusalem? 1x54 HD

ALSO AVAILABLE Jerusalem: Center of the World 2x52 HD

The Siege of MeccaOn November 20, 1979, hundreds of heavily armed men took over the Grand Mosque of Mecca. Within minutes, they transformed the holiest shrine of Islam into a fortress—and a trap for almost 100,000 pilgrims inside. The ensuing 15 days of battle cost hundreds, if not thousands, of lives, shook Saudi Arabia to its foundations, destabilized the Middle East and pushed the global balance of power to the brink of collapse. After more than five years of research, with exclusive access to first-hand accounts and private archives from Arab, French, German and American military, intelligence and civilian sources, this film finally reveals what really happened during the siege, what consequences it had and how it still affects the world today. 1x52, 1x90 HDSUFI/SHUTTERSTOCK

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SealabOn a February day in 1969, off the shore of northern California, a U.S. Navy crane carefully lowered 300 tons of metal into the Pacific Ocean. The massive tubular structure was an audacious feat of engineering—a pressurized underwater habitat, complete with science labs and living quarters for an elite group of divers who hoped to spend days or even months at a stretch, living and working on the ocean floor. The Sealab project would push the limits of ocean exploration the same way NASA was pushing the limits of space exploration. As Americans were becoming entranced with the effort to land a man on the moon, these divers, including one of NASA’s most famous astronauts, were breaking depth barrier records underwater. Sealab tells the little-known story of the daring program that tested the limits of human endurance and revolutionized the way humans explore the ocean. 1x53 HD

Boss: The Black Experience in BusinessThe history of business and entrepreneurship lies at the heart of the American story, but often absent are the names and experiences of African Americans who, from the country’s earliest days, have embodied the qualities of innovation, risk-taking and determination to forge a path toward a better life—which is at the heart of the American entrepreneurial spirit. Boss: The Black Experience in Business, by Peabody and Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Stanley Nelson, seeks to illuminate, educate, and inform, by examining more than 150 years of African American men and women—from those bound by bondage, to moguls at the top of multi-million dollar empires. 2x54, 1x112 HD

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Joseph Pulitzer: Voice of the PeopleJoseph Pulitzer arrived in the United States during the Civil War as a penniless immigrant who spoke no English and proceeded to create two best-selling newspapers—and a major fortune. Pulitzer was famous for the financial success of his newspapers and his outspoken editorial voice. From the start of his career, Pulitzer championed the sacred role of free press in a democracy. 1x90 HD

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Raúl Juliá: The World’s A Stage examines the life and career of the inspiring entertainer, Raúl Juliá. The feature documentary is a revealing portrait of the charismatic actor, who earned recognition across the world for his versatility on stage and on screen before his life was tragically cut short. From his early days on local stages in Puerto Rico to stardom on Broadway and in Hollywood, Raúl’s story is one of passion, determination, and a bit of magic—all qualities for which his performances were known. Before “diversity” was a buzzword, the man with the big personality and thick accent was able to amass a varied body of work that stands the test of time and that’s helped pave the way for many Latino actors today. Told in his own voice through archival interviews and in the words of those who knew him best, the film traces his personal and professional journeys while showcasing his groundbreaking theater performances and scenes from his cinematic career. 1x90 HD

N. Scott Momaday: Words from a BearWords from a Bear gives a thorough survey of Momaday’s most prolific years as a doctorate fellow at Stanford University, his achievement of the Pulitzer Prize for Literature in 1969, and his later works that solidified his place as the founding member of the “Native American Renaissance” in art and literature, influencing a generation of Native American artists, scholars, and political activists. In this biography, historical photos and original animation complement captivating interviews with Robert Redford, Jeff Bridges, Beau Bridges, James Earle Jones, and Joy Harjo to bring audiences inside the creative core of this American Master. 1x83 HD

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Celebrated painter Mark Rothko is considered one of the most renowned figures of the Abstract Expressionist movement. For decades, Rothko struggled to find his unique voice, snubbed by galleries and museums, and barely subsisting on occasional sales and a day job as an art teacher. In 1948, Rothko discovered the style that would make him one of the country’s most acclaimed artists. Today, Rothko’s work routinely breaks records at auctions, selling for tens of millions of dollars. Rothko: Pictures Must Be Miraculous explores the artist’s tumultuous journey and includes interviews with Rothko’s daughter Kate and son Christopher, Academy Award-nominated writer John Logan, and scenes from the Tony Award-winning play “Red,” with Alfred Molina in the role of Mark Rothko. 1x53 HD

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State of the ArtState of the Art is an exhilarating journey of artistic discovery—100,000 miles, 1,000 destinations in the search for 100 under-recognized artists for one unforgettable exhibition. The curatorial team of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, Arkansas crisscrossed the U.S. to find extra-ordinary contemporary art happening in unexpected places. State of the Art captures the personal stories of seven diverse artists from Crystal Bridges’ groundbreaking exhibit who are redefining the American aesthetic. 1x56 HD

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Charley Pride: I’m Just MeCharley Pride stands as a symbol of hope and an example of the ways music can influence societal change. He arrived in Nashville in 1963, a year in which the Tennessee capital was the site of sit-ins and racial violence. Two years later, he was a recording artist on a major label, and in short time he became a superstar whose path would lead him to a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and a place in the Country Music Hall of Fame. Charley Pride’s story is a lesson in the ways that art and expression can triumph over prejudice and defeat injustice. Raised as less than a citizen in brutally segregated Mississippi, Charley Pride’s buttery voice and steely resolve helped him to a place as one of the world’s most impactful musical artists. 1x53, 1x78 HD

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Filled with memorable musical moments, interviews with more than 80 country music artists, and evocative footage Country Music weaves an unforgettable story that is both intimate and sweeping. Among the storytellers are historian Bill Malone and a wide range of country artists such as Marty Stuart, Rosanne Cash, Vince Gill, Reba McEntire, Merle Haggard, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Dwight Yoakam, Emmylou Harris, Kris Kristofferson, and Naomi and Wynonna Judd, as well as studio musicians and record producers. The film uses more than 3,200 photographs and over two hours of archival footage, including rare and never-before-seen photos and footage of Jimmie Rodgers, Johnny Cash and others. 9x60 or 7x120 + 1x150 HD

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Meet Molly Mabray, a curious and resourceful Alaska Native girl! Molly helps her parents run the Denali Trading Post in the fictional village of Qyah, Alaska. Join Molly, her dog Suki and her friends Tooey and Trini on their daily adventures, from fishing to building snow forts! Each episode helps children ages 4 to 8 learn how to use informational texts to solve problems.

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Imaginations run wild as Arthur and his friends solve childhood crises like homework, teacher relationships, losing baby teeth, and bullies. All done with kindness, honesty, determination, and a lot of humor!

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Joe, Sam, and Fred teleport back in time for incredible adventures with historical legends like Blackbeard the pirate, Amelia Earhart, and Leonardo da Vinci.

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Elinor is the most observant and curious bunny rabbit in Animal Town, introducing kids to science, nature, and community through adventures with her friends.

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Pinkalicious is a one-of-a-kind, pinkatastic girl who is an artist at heart! This animated series follows Pinkalicious Pinkerton and her brother Peter as they explore Pinkville and imagine creative possibilities everywhere they look. Based on the bestselling books by Victoria Kann, Pinkalicious & Peterrific introduces children to music, dance, theater and visual arts.

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For more than 30 years, Mister Rogers created a relationship with millions of children—each of whom felt like they were visiting a trusted friend. Filled with real-life guests, interesting field trips and charming make-believe segments, each episode of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood encouraged children to explore the world around them and discover something new!

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Peep just hatched! Now he’s out to explore the world with his friends Chirp and Quack—to discover shadows, investigate mysterious tracks, and learn about gravity the hard way!

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Welcome to WordWorld, where words come alive and save the day! In WordWorld, Duck and his WordFriends go on comedic adventures and face challenges that can only be solved by building the right word —letter by letter and sound by sound.

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• Making reading fun

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Ages: 6–1075 x 27’ stories Part game show, part reality TV, part spoof, FETCH! Features real kids, real science, real challenges, and an unreal host named Ruff Ruffman. True to the reality of reality TV, the kids have NO idea what they’re getting into until they’re off! FETCH! is spontaneous, unscripted and full of twists!

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Buster travels with his father, a pilot for a group of musicians, and visits with children in each exciting new location to learn about their family’s lives and culture.

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Get ready to sled into fun with Molly of Denali! Join Molly, her dog Suki, and friends Tooey and Trini on their adventures in epically beautiful Alaska. Along the way, Molly’s life is enhanced, kept on track, and flat-out saved by maps, guide books, websites, weather reports, and more. Molly of Denali is designed to help kids ages 4-8 develop knowledge and skills for interacting with informational texts through video content, interactive games, and real-world activities. Molly also shares the information that she gathers through a vlog, offering short-form videos in which she shares aspects of her life in Alaska with kids around the world. 76x12 stories + 1x60 special HD

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