The Rose That Grew From Concrete (Little Rock, Arkansas)
Tim Campbell, a former all-state athlete, attended the historic Central High School in Little Rock, AR. Central High is a few blocks from his childhood home and Wolfe Street, once one of the most violent streets in American due to gang activity. While struggle and hardship still exist, Tim reveals the truth: Wolfe Street is a place of incredible beauty and extraordinary people.
Episodes
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The Rose That Grew From Concrete (Little Rock, Arkansas)
S2 E201 - 57m 59s
Tim Campbell, a former all-state athlete, attended the historic Central High School in Little Rock, AR. Central High is a few blocks from his childhood home and Wolfe Street, once one of the most violent streets in American due to gang activity. While struggle and hardship still exist, Tim reveals the truth: Wolfe Street is a place of incredible beauty and extraordinary people.
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Louisiana Life (Southern Louisiana)
S2 E205 - 57m 56s
From deep in the Bayou to the alleys of New Orleans, Monty explores the many traditions, foods, and music found at almost every home and street corner. And through the experiences of Voodoo priests and priestesses, the truth and beauty behind this often mis-understood religion is explored. The breathtaking images and sounds of Southern Louisiana yield haunting tales of love and togetherness.
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The Aviator (Kentucky and North Carolina)
S2 E204 - 57m 13s
The United States Navy, Marines, and Air Force have produced the most talented aviators in the world. Each have endured great challenges and overcome extraordinary hardships from active combat, loss of life, stress, and the many sacrifices that come with a life of duty and service. This is a reminder and realization that what you often see portrayed in major Hollywood movies is far from reality.
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The Happy Farmer (Brookings, South Dakota)
S2 E203 - 58m 46s
Joel Gindo arrived in Iowa from Tanzania, Africa to attend college with only $200 in his pocket. Full of happiness and a childhood dream to become a farmer, his unlikely journey led him to South Dakota where he asked for the help and support of strangers who took him under their wing. Along the way, the people of this extraordinary farming community have become his closest friends and mentors.
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The New World (Columbus, Ohio)
S2 E202 - 58m 16s
Columbus, Ohio is now home to nearly 70,000 Somali immigrants and refugees. For many Somalis, it has been a long and dangerous journey in pursuit of a better life. While achievements have been made, many Somali people still endure challenges in becoming understood and accepted. This exploration into a beautiful community and their Muslim faith, yields emotional tales of perseverance and strength.
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CONNECTED: A SEARCH FOR UNITY
Saturday
Apr 1
1 Hour
Monty Moran, former CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill, travels across the U.S. and Canada talking with people about their unique perspectives on life, culture, the environment, politics, immigration and social media. -
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CONNECTED: A SEARCH FOR UNITY
The New World (Columbus, Ohio)
Saturday
Apr 8
1 Hour
Columbus, Ohio, serves as home to nearly 70,000 Somali immigrants and refugees who endured a long and dangerous journey in their pursuit of a better life.
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