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Part One: The Disciple of Experience
Leonardo da Vinci
Leonardo da Vinci grows up in a Tuscan village surrounded by nature, then moves to Florence, where the Renaissance is in full bloom, to apprentice as an artist and craftsman. He shows extraordinary talent but at times struggles to finish commissions. Later, in Milan, he joins Duke Sforza’s court, begins writing treatises, and paints a monumental fresco depicting the Last Supper.
Part Two: Painter-God
Leonardo da Vinci
Leonardo works as a military engineer, designs fanciful flying machines, studies light and shadow, investigates gravity, dissects cadavers, and pens treatises on a vast array of subjects, all while seeking the perfect patron. In Florence, Milan, Rome and finally France, he pours the sum of his scientific and artistic knowledge into a portrait that would become the most famous painting on earth.
College Park
If You Lived Here
With the help of realtor Don Bunuan, hosts Jen Osborn and Ricardo Frederick Evans visit three homes at three different price points in College Park, the home of the University of Maryland. Along the way, viewers can explore the rich history of the neighborhood with visits to the archives of Hornbake Library and the College Park Aviation Museum.
Episode 4
The Marlow Murder Club
Judith makes a breakthrough and sets up a trap for the killer, but plans go awry. Becks and Suzie must follow their instincts and convince Tanika that Judith is in danger – will they make it in time to save their friend and stop the killer?
The Body Politic
POV
The Body Politic is a harbinger of hope in a country plagued by gun violence. In Baltimore, Brandon Scott, an idealistic young leader with an ambitious plan to stop chronic violence in the city, is elected mayor. Throughout his first year in office, we follow him as he fights powerful political forces to save lives in Baltimore and reveal a pathway toward healing for the nation.
Holiday Special 2023
Call the Midwife
Two weeks before Christmas, delicate situations cause uncertainty for the midwives. With the upcoming Apollo 8 launch and the festivity preparations starting, a treacherous heavy snowfall may complicate the holiday celebrations for everyone.
Attenborough’s Life Journey
Nature
An intimate portrait of Sir David Attenborough’s life, from his boyhood days as a fossil hunter, through his early days as a BBC host, to his revered status as the foremost natural history presenter.
Building Stuff: Reach It!
NOVA
Born to explore, we’re constantly inventing new ways to go beyond our comfort zones. From deep sea subs to next-gen space habitats, see how engineers are building the tools humans need to go where we’ve never gone before.
WETA Arts November 2024
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WETA Arts, hosted by Felicia Curry, celebrates Veterans Day by visiting the United States Air Force Honor Guard Drill team. Plus, Washington’s leading interactive art museum, ARTECHOUSE, offers an interactive exhibition revealing parts of the ocean invisible to the human eye. Curry also meets Helen Chason, director of the Kreeger Museum, for a guided tour of its iconic collection of artworks.
Lions of the Skeleton Coast
Nature
Lion researcher Dr. Philip Stander follows three orphaned desert lion cubs as they navigate the brutal Skeleton Coast of Namibia. Watch the cubs learn to adapt, hunt, and defy the odds of survival in this vast desert territory.
Lost Treasures of Angkor – King's Gold
Secrets of the Dead
The discovery of gold and silver artifacts in Laos, dating to the early days of the Khmer Empire, leads scientists to investigate how the priceless objects were made and where they might have originated. On their journey, they retrace the steps of the ancient kings and explore the sacred landscape around Vat Phou to learn more about this ancient civilization.
American Coup: Wilmington 1898
American Experience
American Coup: Wilmington 1898 tells the little-known story of a deadly race massacre and carefully orchestrated insurrection in North Carolina’s largest city in 1898. Stoking fears of “Negro Rule,” self-described white supremacists used intimidation and violence to destroy Black political and economic power and overthrow Wilmington’s democratically-elected, multi-racial government.
Feast Your Ears: The Story of WHFS 102.3 FM
Feast Your Ears: The Story of WHFS 102.3 FM
Feast Your Ears is a feature length doc film taking you on a trip back to the ‘60s thru '80s when "free form" progressive FM radio was in its heyday in the US. From "high atop the Triangle Towers" near DC the legendary & beloved WHFS was more than just a local station. It was a keystone & center point for the music & culture of the era.
The Bayou: DC's Killer Joint
The Bayou: DC's Killer Joint
The Bayou: DC’s Killer Joint traces the 45-year history of a legendary D.C. club, showcasing its evolution from jazz and Dixieland to rock and punk. Hosting icons like Coleman Hawkins, Count Basie, and later acts like Kiss, Dire Straits, and U2, The Bayou became a hub for music, mischief, and cultural change.
Two American Families: 1991-2024
FRONTLINE
Filmed over 34 years, two families struggle to survive in a changing American economy. Through hard times, falling wages, and loss of manufacturing jobs, the continuation of Bill Moyers’ chronicle of perseverance as the American dream slips away.
Name Me Lawand
POV
Lawand, deaf from birth, seeks a fresh start with his family in the UK after a traumatic year in a refugee camp. At Derby's Royal School for the Deaf, he learns sign language and discovers a way to communicate with the world. As he thrives, his family faces deportation, challenging their stability. Name Me Lawand is a love letter to the power of friendship and community.
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Classical Score
The WETA Classical blog brings you the latest in classical music news, must-hear events around town, and lifestyle stories to accompany your love for classical music. Check back often for new posts from your favorite on-air hosts and the WETA Classical team!
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Dora Pejačević's Symphony in F# minor; Croatia's very first symphony!
We get a rare opportunity to look at a country's first symphony, and it wasn't written until 1917! John and Evan explore Pejačević's symphony and show you what to listen for, what sets her symphony apart from others of the time, and how WWI directly affected her and this very work.
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