Playwright Tony Kushner discovers that his Great-Grandmother, Cecelia Kushner, immigrated from Russia to Brooklyn eight years after her son, Tony's Grandfather, settled in Louisiana.
Today’s most compelling personalities discover the surprising stories buried within their own families. Meet 20 fascinating new guests who are game-changers in their fields, with family histories that illustrate the power and diversity of the human experience. The new season premieres Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 8:00 p.m. ET on PBS (check local listings).