With Peter Bradley
When filmmaker Alex Rappoport met Peter Bradley in 2020, the abstract artist hadn't had a major show in over four decades - yet he still painted every day in relative obscurity. The pair recorded Bradley's life story and artistic process, both deeply inspired by modern Jazz music, over the course of changing seasons. In this intimate portrait, Bradley’s is the sole voice and figure on screen.
Episodes
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With Peter Bradley
S8 E18 - 1h 23m
When filmmaker Alex Rappoport met Peter Bradley in 2020, the abstract artist hadn't had a major show in over four decades - yet he still painted every day in relative obscurity. The pair recorded Bradley's life story and artistic process, both deeply inspired by modern Jazz music, over the course of changing seasons. In this intimate portrait, Bradley’s is the sole voice and figure on screen.
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UNVEILED: Joyce Tenneson and the Heroine's Journey
S8 E17 - 56m 6s
As a groundbreaking female photographer pursues her artistic vision, she struggles to navigate diverging roles as mother and artist. UNVEILED explores Tenneson’s life as she fights to express her voice while suffering the fallout of a 45-year-old secret. In watching the film, audiences must contemplate the compromises that are inevitably made in seeking to live a full creative life.
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Inundation District
S8 E14 - 1h 18m
In a time of rising seas, one city spent billions of dollars erecting a new waterfront district - on landfill, at sea level. Unlike other places imperiled by climate change, this community with some of the world’s largest companies was built well after scientists began warning of the threats. The city called its new neighborhood the Innovation District. Others are calling it INUNDATION DISTRICT.
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Segregation Scholarships
S8 E13 - 25m 49s
The untold story of Black Americans in pursuit of higher education in the North when Southern graduate schools were white-only. The academics, who left during the Great Migration, returned to the Jim Crow South to strengthen their communities and to help end segregation. SEGREGATION SCHOLARSHIPS highlights the trailblazers while illustrating the role of education in transforming social conditions.
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Silence in Sikeston
S8 E12 - 55m 19s
The story of how the 1942 lynching of Cleo Wright - and the subsequent failure of the first federal attempt to prosecute a lynching - continues to haunt the small city of Sikeston, Missouri. Then, in 2020, the community is faced with the police killing of a young Black father. The film SILENCE IN SIKESTON explores the necessary questions about history, trauma, silence and resilience over 78 years.
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American Problems, Trans Solutions
S8 E11 - 25m 17s
In the U.S., Black trans people are among the most marginalized of marginalized Americans. Award-winning journalist Imara Jones shares the stories of trans leaders Kayla Gore, Breonna McCree, and Oluchi Omeoga who, despite the record-breaking number of anti-trans bills passed in 2023, are addressing critical issues surrounding economic empowerment and human dignity with heart and vision.
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Public Enemies, Private Friends
S8 E10 - 1h 28m
On December 30, 1994, a man entered two abortion clinics in Brookline, MA. By day's end, two women were dead, five wounded, and a community was left mourning. Thus began a clandestine dialogue between leaders of the pro-choice and pro-life movements and the beginning of the most unlikely friendship.
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Chinatown Auxiliary
S8 E9 - 27m 4s
For decades, Chinese residents have patrolled Manhattan's Chinatown as NYPD volunteer police to protect the few blocks they call home while finding belonging in a foreign, unwelcoming country. From the savage tribulation in the '70s to “Asian Hate” during the pandemic, these stories remind us of the hope the U.S. represented to the tired, the poor, and the huddled masses yearning to belong.
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Fire Tender
S8 E7 - 27m 41s
Yurok people have been putting fire on the land since time immemorial...but this practice has been disrupted by California settlers. Catastrophic fires in the West, however, has policymakers rethinking their commitment to fire suppression. FIRE TENDER shares the work of Margo Robbins, a Yurok knowledge keeper, seeking to return practices to Yurok territory, and to restore the land and its people.
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Minnesota's Alt-Meat Revolution
S8 E6 - 25m 23s
As the demand for plant-based alternatives to meat grows, so does the demand for new methods of farming and food production. In Dawson, MN, “alt-meat” is not new - soybean processing dates back to the '50s. Now, PURIS, one of the largest manufacturers of pea protein, has moved in to revolutionize the agricultural system. What impact will it have on the town's residents and surrounding communities?
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HBCU Week: Tradition and Competition
S8 E5 - 16m 57s
HBCU Week: TRADITION AND COMPETITION dives into HBCU football culture. Witness the rivalry of Hampton & Howard, a testament to tradition and spirit, and appreciate the intensity of an NC A&T vs. NC Central game, a match steeped in proximity and pride. The episode showcases the blend of camaraderie and competition that defines HBCU sports, highlighting their impact on African American communities.
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HBCU Week: Beyond the Field
S8 E4 - 26m 3s
HBCU Week: BEYOND THE FIELD takes you inside the heart of HBCUs. Experience the CIAA in Maryland, a cornerstone of Black athletics history, and feel the electrifying atmosphere of Louisiana's Bayou Classic - an annual showdown between Grambling State and Southern University. The episode offers a unique look beyond sports, highlighting the culture, history, and community spirit that define HBCUs.
Extras + Features
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Minnesota's Alt-Meat Revolution | Crop Insurance
S8 E6 - 1m 22s
In the U.S., corn and soy are the top crop on farms because they are covered by federal insurance and therefore, protects farmers from a bad harvest. This leaves them little to no choice to grow other agricultural products needed in the country unless they are willing to financially bet on another crop like peas.
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Minnesota's Alt-Meat Revolution | Trailer
S8 E6 - 1m
As the demand for plant-based alternatives to meat grows, so does the demand for new methods of farming and food production. In Dawson, MN, “alt-meat” is not new - soybean processing dates back to the '50s. Now, PURIS, one of the largest manufacturers of pea protein, has moved in to revolutionize the agricultural system. What impact will it have on the town's residents and surrounding communities?
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HBCU Week: Tradition and Competition | Howard vs. Hampton
S8 E5 - 1m 2s
Who is the real HU? Students, staff and alumni talk about Howard University and Hampton University and their support for their respective school and all of the HBCUs. The two universities - one in Washington, D.C. and the other in Hampton, Virginia - share academic, athletic and Black excellence, and boasts alumni that are making an impactful presence in the country.
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HBCU Week: Tradition and Competition | Preview
S8 E5 - 30s
HBCU Week: TRADITION AND COMPETITION dives into HBCU football culture. Witness the rivalry of Hampton & Howard, a testament to tradition and spirit, and appreciate the intensity of an NC A&T vs. NC Central game, a match steeped in proximity and pride. The episode showcases the blend of camaraderie and competition that defines HBCU sports, highlighting their impact on African American communities.
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HBCU Week: Tradition and Competition | Trailer
S8 E5 - 54s
HBCU Week: TRADITION AND COMPETITION dives into HBCU football culture. Witness the rivalry of Hampton & Howard, a testament to tradition and spirit, and appreciate the intensity of an NC A&T vs. NC Central game, a match steeped in proximity and pride. The episode showcases the blend of camaraderie and competition that defines HBCU sports, highlighting their impact on African American communities.
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HBCU Week: Beyond the Field | Grambling State and Southern
S8 E4 - 41s
Rick Gallot and Rani Whitfield examine American history and Black educators through their respective HBCUs, Grambing State University and Southern University. The Louisiana-based educational institutions share many things including alumni who are family and friends as Eric Dooley and Issac Greggs know all too well.
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HBCU Week: Beyond the Field | Preview
S8 E4 - 30s
HBCU Week: BEYOND THE FIELD takes you inside the heart of HBCUs. Experience the CIAA in Maryland, a cornerstone of Black athletics history, and feel the electrifying atmosphere of Louisiana's Bayou Classic - an annual showdown between Grambling State and Southern University. The episode offers a unique look beyond sports, highlighting the culture, history, and community spirit that define HBCUs.
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HBCU Week: Beyond the Field | Title IX
S8 E4 - 35s
The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) is more than just athletics. And HBCUs are more than just academics. Dr. Makola M. Abdullah. president of Virginia State University, talks about how the conference is a celebration and how, in 2022, they shined a light on Black women in sports, including CIAA Commissioner Jacqie McWilliams, during the 50th anniversary of Title IX.
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HBCU Week: Beyond the Field | Trailer
S8 E4 - 1m 16s
HBCU Week: BEYOND THE FIELD takes you inside the heart of HBCUs. Experience the CIAA in Maryland, a cornerstone of Black athletics history, and feel the electrifying atmosphere of Louisiana's Bayou Classic - an annual showdown between Grambling State and Southern University. The episode offers a unique look beyond sports, highlighting the culture, history, and community spirit that define HBCUs.
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HBCU Week: Beyond the Field | The CIAA
S8 E4 - 1m 11s
Jacqie McWilliams, Commissioner for the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), along with Hakim J. Lucas, Brandon Scott and Wes Moore talk about what the CIAA is and its connection to Baltimore, Maryland. They also share what the athletic conference - in this case, the men's and women's basketball tournament - represents for HBCU students and alumni and Black Americans.
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FIRSTHAND: Segregation | Trailer
S8 E3 - 1m 10s
In Chicago, segregation has a profound impact. From disparities in housing, education and healthcare to economic inequality, FIRSTHAND: SEGREGATION illustrates the high cost of division, not just in dollars, but in lives lost and unrealized potential. Through stories, witness the power of individuals to effect positive change as residents strive for a more integrated and equitable community.
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FIRSTHAND: Segregation | A Black Business in Lincoln Park
S8 E3 - 1m 31s
Rashad Bailey, the owner of Dinner and a Movie, is feeling the heat, not from the kitchen, but the neighborhood of Lincoln Park. Although the owner dealt with complaints - noise and fighting - from around the majority white community about his Black business, Bailey has had to respond to the police and the city, and been restricted in how to run his restaurant his own way.
Schedule
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With Peter Bradley
Saturday
Dec 21
1 Hour
Filmmaker Alex Rappoport captures abstract artist Peter Bradley's life story and artistic process. -
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Local, USA
With Peter Bradley
Sunday
Dec 22
1 Hour
Filmmaker Alex Rappoport captures abstract artist Peter Bradley's life story and artistic process. -
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Local, USA
With Peter Bradley
Sunday
Dec 22
1 Hour
Filmmaker Alex Rappoport captures abstract artist Peter Bradley's life story and artistic process. -
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Local, USA
With Peter Bradley
Sunday
Dec 22
1 Hour
Filmmaker Alex Rappoport captures abstract artist Peter Bradley's life story and artistic process. -
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Local, USA
Chinatown Auxiliary
Monday
Dec 23
30 Minutes
Chinese residents patrol Manhattan's Chinatown as volunteer police to protect their home while also finding belonging in a foreign country. -
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Local, USA
Chinatown Auxiliary
Tuesday
Dec 24
30 Minutes
Chinese residents patrol Manhattan's Chinatown as volunteer police to protect their home while also finding belonging in a foreign country. -
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Local, USA
Chinatown Auxiliary
Tuesday
Dec 24
30 Minutes
Chinese residents patrol Manhattan's Chinatown as volunteer police to protect their home while also finding belonging in a foreign country. -
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Local, USA
Chinatown Auxiliary
Friday
Dec 27
30 Minutes
Chinese residents patrol Manhattan's Chinatown as volunteer police to protect their home while also finding belonging in a foreign country. -
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Local, USA
Chinatown Auxiliary
Friday
Dec 27
30 Minutes
Chinese residents patrol Manhattan's Chinatown as volunteer police to protect their home while also finding belonging in a foreign country. -
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Local, USA
Chinatown Auxiliary
Friday
Dec 27
30 Minutes
Chinese residents patrol Manhattan's Chinatown as volunteer police to protect their home while also finding belonging in a foreign country. -
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Local, USA
Chinatown Auxiliary
Saturday
Dec 28
30 Minutes
Chinese residents patrol Manhattan's Chinatown as volunteer police to protect their home while also finding belonging in a foreign country. -
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Local, USA
Caretakers
Monday
Dec 30
30 Minutes
The history of Filipinos in care work and Filipino Americans who provide vital care on the front lines. -
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Local, USA
Caretakers
Tuesday
Dec 31
30 Minutes
The history of Filipinos in care work and Filipino Americans who provide vital care on the front lines. -
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Local, USA
Caretakers
Tuesday
Dec 31
30 Minutes
The history of Filipinos in care work and Filipino Americans who provide vital care on the front lines. -
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Local, USA
Caretakers
Friday
Jan 3
30 Minutes
The history of Filipinos in care work and Filipino Americans who provide vital care on the front lines. -
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Local, USA
Caretakers
Friday
Jan 3
30 Minutes
The history of Filipinos in care work and Filipino Americans who provide vital care on the front lines. -
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Local, USA
Caretakers
Friday
Jan 3
30 Minutes
The history of Filipinos in care work and Filipino Americans who provide vital care on the front lines. -
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Local, USA
Caretakers
Saturday
Jan 4
30 Minutes
The history of Filipinos in care work and Filipino Americans who provide vital care on the front lines.
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