Jun 25 Watch 5:57 Acclaimed poet Arthur Sze on bridging Western and Chinese traditions By Jeffrey Brown, Anne Azzi Davenport Arthur Sze, one of the most acclaimed poets of our time, is celebrated for exploring the natural world, the human condition and connections between cultures. A second-generation Chinese American based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Sze’s work invites readers to… Continue watching
Jun 25 A Revolutionary War-era boat is being rebuilt after centuries buried beneath Manhattan By Michael Hill, Associated Press Researchers believe it was a gunboat built in 1775 to defend Philadelphia. They don't know all the places the boat sailed to or why it ended up apparently neglected along the shore of lower Manhattan by the 1790s. Continue reading
Jun 21 Watch 9:39 Why culture shock is a valuable part of ‘thoughtful travel,’ according to Rick Steves By John Yang, Lorna Baldwin, Juliet Fuisz Millions of Americans are expected to go on a European vacation this summer. Many of those going for the first time are likely to be following the advice of travel writer Rick Steves, host of “Rick Steves’ Europe” on PBS… Continue watching
Jun 20 Watch 7:02 Carla Hayden on her time as a pioneering librarian of Congress and getting fired by Trump By Geoff Bennett, Anne Azzi Davenport, Daria Nastasia Dr. Carla Hayden, a trailblazing librarian of Congress, was fired by President Trump in May. Geoff Bennett recently spoke with her about being blindsided by the decision, the administration’s ongoing efforts to reshape key institutions and why she intends to… Continue watching
Jun 20 What to know about BTS as the popular K-pop group returns from mandatory military service By Maria Sherman, Juwon Park, Associated Press BTS is expected to reunite later this year. The K-pop group routinely breaks records and are credited for bringing the South Korean musical style to the global stage. Continue reading
Jun 19 Watch 8:03 New jazz fellowship honors long-time musicians who often struggle financially By Lena I. Jackson, Jeffrey Brown Unless you’re a longtime jazz aficionado, you might only know the names and music of a handful of stars and legends. But what about all those who’ve built a life working in this art form? A new fellowship honors them… Continue watching
Jun 19 Watch 4:21 A comedian’s Brief But Spectacular take on dad jokes Comedian and illustrator Mo Welch has built a career blending sharp humor with emotional honesty. Her recent special, "Dad Jokes," explores her childhood with a largely absent father, culminating in a road trip to reunite with him after 20 years. Continue watching
Jun 18 Watch 6:12 New biography documents life of pioneering LGBTQ rights activist Marsha P. Johnson By Amna Nawaz, Karina Cuevas A new biography, "Marsha: The Joy and Defiance of Marsha P. Johnson," tells the story of the Black transgender pioneer’s fight on the frontlines of history as a leader in the early LGBTQ rights movement. Amna Nawaz spoke with author… Continue watching
Jun 17 Watch 6:18 Why Fulbright board members resigned in mass last week By Geoff Bennett, Diane Lincoln Estes A week ago, 11 of the 12 members of the board overseeing the prestigious Fulbright Program, which promotes international educational exchanges, resigned, citing political interference by the Trump administration. Geoffrey Bennett speaks with David Price, one of the former members… Continue watching
Jun 17 Tom Cruise finally awarded an (honorary) Oscar By Lindsey Bahr, Associated Press Cruise, choreographer Debbie Allen and “Do The Right Thing” production designer Wynn Thomas have all been selected to receive honorary Oscar statuettes at the annual Governors Awards, the film academy said Tuesday. Dolly Parton will also be recognized. Continue reading