Odyssey: June 2024

ODYSSEY

Watch Black Frontier Towns Starting June 6th at 7pm

Saturdays at 9 p.m.

Encore Fridays at 11 p.m.

JUNE 15

Eight Men Out (1988)

Starring: John Cusack • Clifton James • Michael Lerner • Christopher Lloyd John Mahoney • Charlie Sheen • David Strathairn • D.B. Sweeney

“Eight Men Out” is a 1988 sports drama directed by John Sayles. It portrays the real-life scandal of the 1919 Chicago White Sox, where players conspired with gamblers to intentionally lose the World Series. The film delves into the motivations behind the players’ actions, the pressures they faced, and the aftermath of the scandal, highlighting themes of betrayal, greed, and the complexities of professional sports.

JUNE 22

Witness (1985)

Starring: Harrison Ford • Kelly McGillis • Lukas Haas

“Witness” is a 1985 thriller directed by Peter Weir. The film follows an Amish boy who witnesses a murder and becomes the target of corrupt police officers. A Philadelphia detective, played by Harrison Ford, goes undercover in the Amish community to protect the boy and uncover the truth. The film explores themes of culture clash, justice, and personal integrity in a suspenseful and dramatic narrative.

JUNE 29

Terms Of Endearment (1983)

Starring: Shirley MacLaine • Debra Winger • Jack Nicholson • Jeff Daniels

Danny DeVito • John Lithgow • Huckleberry Fox

“Terms of Endearment” is a 1983 drama directed by James L. Brooks. The film explores the complex relationship between a mother, Aurora Greenway (Shirley MacLaine), and her daughter, Emma (Debra Winger), over three decades. It delves into themes of love, loss, and family dynamics as they navigate life’s challenges, including relationships, careers, and health struggles, leading to moments of heartbreak and resilience.

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A NOTE FROM POLLY

As we embrace the spirit of our great state and the diverse stories that shape it, we at OETA are thrilled to present an engaging lineup of shows for June that celebrates Oklahoma’s rich history and cultural tapestry.

Kicking off the month on Thursday, June 6 at 7 p.m., ONR’s “Black Frontier Towns” sheds light on the fascinating creation of historically Black towns in Oklahoma, offering insight into their significance and impact, past and present. Then, on Thursday, June 27 at 7:30 p.m., join us for “The People’s House: The Story of the Oklahoma State Capitol,” an exploration of the iconic symbol of our state’s governance.

Continuing our exploration of American heritage, “Iconic America: Our Symbols and Stories” airs on Friday, June 21 at 9:00 p.m., delving into the enduring symbols that define our nation. Following this at 10 p.m., “Roots of Comedy with Jesus Trejo” takes us on a journey through family stories and cultural backgrounds of comedians, offering a more family-centered perspective on their craft. And don’t miss “Finding Your Roots: Viewers Like You” on Tuesday, June 25 at 7 p.m., as Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers the remarkable legacies of everyday Americans.

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Finally, mark your calendars for Sunday, June 16th on Father’s Day, when we premiere new seasons of beloved crime-solving dramas including the germophobic “Professor T” behind bars, a new vicar in “Grantchester,” and the gripping cases in “D.I. Ray.”

Truly, your generous support makes it possible for OETA to bring these compelling stories into homes across Oklahoma. Thank you for being a vital part of our OETA community!

Executive Director, OETA

Join OETA and Red Dirt Poetry for a special Galley America Screening and Open Mic Night! Unleash your inner poet or simply relax and enjoy the show!

Date: Thursday, June 27 • Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

The Black Frontier Towns of Oklahoma represent a significant chapter in African American history, showcasing the resilience, entrepreneurship, and community-building efforts of Black settlers in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These towns emerged during a period of significant social and political change in the United States, marked by the end of Reconstruction, the expansion of Jim Crow laws, and the promise of land opportunities in the West.

One of the most renowned Black frontier towns in Oklahoma is Langston. Established in 1890,

Watch Black Frontier Towns starting June

6th at 7pm

Langston was named after John Mercer Langston, an influential African American leader. It served as an allBlack community and later became the home of Langston University, one of the oldest HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) in the nation. Langston University played a vital role in educating Black students and fostering a sense of pride and empowerment within the community.

Boley is another notable Black town founded in 1903. It quickly flourished into one of the largest and most prosperous Black towns in America. Boley boasted a thriving economy

supported by Black-owned businesses, banks, schools, and social institutions. The town’s success attracted national attention and made it a symbol of Black economic empowerment and self-sufficiency.

Other Black frontier towns in Oklahoma include Clearview, Taft, and Rentiesville, each with its unique story and contributions to African American history. These towns provided refuge and opportunity for Black families seeking to escape racial discrimination and oppression in the South. They fostered a sense of community, solidarity, and cultural pride among residents.

Despite facing challenges such as segregation, racial violence, and economic disparities, the Black frontier towns of Oklahoma persevered. They exemplified the spirit of resilience and determination that characterized many Black communities during this period. Today, these towns serve as important landmarks and reminders of the African American journey toward freedom, equality, and empowerment in the United States.

There are 13 remaining historically black towns in Oklahoma. And OETA’s Black Frontier Towns series profiles each of these towns to give you a perspective on their past, present, and future.

OETA will feature a pledge special in June. Consider making a donation to receive the limited-edition Black Frontier Towns tote bag or a DVD of the entire program series. When you give $15 a month, you can get both! DONATE $15 A MONTH TO RECEIVE THESE EXCLUSIVE THANK YOU GIFTS!

What to Watch

Chicago And Friends: Live At 55

Monday, June 3 at 7:00 p.m.

Join the Rock and Roll Hall-of-Famers as they perform their greatest hits and are joined by special guests Steve Vai, Chris Daughtry, Robert Randolph, Robin Thicke, VoicePlay, Judith Hill, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram and more.

The Great American Recipe

Monday, June 17 at 8:00 p.m.

Join host Alejandra Ramos and judges Leah Cohen, Tiffany Derry and Graham Elliot as a new group of talented home cooks showcase signature dishes, share heartfelt stories and compete to win the national search for “The Great American Recipe.

Dynamic Planet: Ice

Wednesday, June 19 at 7:00 p.m.

An epic journey, filmed over three years, to the extremes of all seven continents to meet an extraordinary group of people and animals on the front line of climate change. They reveal how science, nature and traditional knowledge can prepare us for a fast-changing future.

Iconic America: Our Symbols And Stories: The Cowboy

Friday, June 28 at 9:00 p.m.

The cowboy is the quintessential American— fiercely independent, brave and laconic. This episode examines the myths and realities of this archetype, which remains as potent as ever in the 21st century.

The People's House

The Story Of The Oklahoma State Capitol

This short documentary examines the rich history and significance of the State Capitol building. Detailing its controversial relocation from Guthrie to Oklahoma City, the completion of the original structure and subsequent growth around it, the dome’s construction in 2000, and the newly completed eight-year restoration project in 2022, the film showcases more than a century of storied history. The documentary features a spectacular four-minute drone tour of the Capitol with glimpses of the House floor, Senate floor, and Oklahoma Supreme Court, providing rare views of the building’s interior and exterior. Interviewees include Trait

Thompson, executive director of the OHS, former project manager for the Oklahoma Capitol Restoration Project, and author of The Oklahoma State Capitol; Dr. Bob Blackburn, former executive director of the OHS; former governors including George Nigh and Frank Keating; and Marilyn Luper Hildreth, daughter of Civil Rights leader Clara Luper. The piece is narrated by John Erling, a former Tulsa radio host inducted into the Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame and the founder of the Voices of Oklahoma project.

PRIMETIME

All Creatures Great And Small; Touring The Dales

Burt Bacharach’s Best Neil Diamond: Thank You Australia

D.I. Ray, S1 E1 D.I. Ray, S1 E2 7:00 9:00 10:30

7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00

Professor T, S3 E1*

7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00

Granchester On Masterpiece, S9 E1*

D.I. Ray, S2 E1* Van Der Valk On Masterpiece 7:00 8:30 10:00

D.I. Ray, S2 E2* Van Der Valk On Masterpiece 6:30 8:00 9:30 11:00

Antiques Roadshow: Chicago, Hour 1

Antiques Roadshow: Chicago, Hour 2

Antiques Roadshow: Chicago, Hour 3

7:00 8:30 10:00

Simon & Garfunkel: The Concert In Central Park This Land Is Your Land The All New Rock, Pop And Doo Wop

Professor T, S3 E2* Granchester On Masterpiece, S9 E2*

Professor T, S3 E3* Granchester On Masterpiece, S9 E3*

D.I. Ray, S2 E3* Van Der Valk On Masterpiece

Chicago & Friends: Live At 55 Elton John - The Million Dollar Piano Bee Gees: In Our Own Time 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00

Agatha Christie: Lucy Worsley On The Mystery Queen Granchester: Investigating Life’s Mysteries Memory Make Over: With Daniel Amen, MD Aging Backwards 2: With Miranda Esmonde White 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00

Antiques Roadshow: Fort Worth, Hour 1

The Great American Recipe: A First Taste, S3 E1* Antiques Roadshow: Treasure Fever

Antiques Roadshow: Fort Worth, Hour 2

The Great American Recipe: Secrets And Staples, S3 E2* POV: King Coal Poetry In America Midsomer Murders: Dead Man’s Eleven, S3 E3, pt 2 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00

Buffalo Soldiers: Fighting On Two Fronts: A Local USA Special 30 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00

Finding Your Roots: In The Blood Finding Your Roots: Watchmen

Finding Your Roots: Mean Streets Finding Your Roots: Songs Of The Past Frontline: Crisis On Campus* Frontline: Israel’s Second Front D.I. Ray S1, E3 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00

Disco: Soundtrack Of A Revolution: Ain’t No Stopping Us Now, S1 E2* Icon: Music Through the Lens 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:30 11:00

Finding Your Roots: Viewers Like You Finding Your Roots: Where Did We Come From?

Disco: Soundtrack Of A Revolution: Rock The Boat, S1 E1* Icon: Music Through The Lens 7:00 8:00 9:00 10:00

7:00 8:00 9:00

Ken Burns: The National Parks

Memory Make Over: With Daniel Amen, MD

Aging Backwards 2: With Miranda Esmonde White

Nature: Soul Of The Ocean

NOVA: Saving The Right Whale

Secrets Of The Dead:

Decoding Hieroglyphics

Finding Your Roots: Mean Streets

D.I. Ray S1, E4

Dynamic Planet: Ice, S1 E1*

Hope In The Water: The Fish In The Sea, S1 E1*

NOVA: Alaskan Dinosaurs

Finding Your Roots: In The Blood Father Brown, S7 E9

Elton John: The Million

The Oklahoma News Report* Washington Week With The Atlantic*

Firing Line With Margaret Hoover*

Marcus King: Live In Nashville Academy Of Country Music Honors

Lawrence Welk: God Bless America

Marcus King: Live In Nashville

This Land Is Our Land

Dynamic Planet: Fire, S1 E2* Hope In The Water: Farming

The Water, S1 E2*

NOVA: Arctic Ghost Ship Finding Your Roots: Viewers Like You Father Brown, S7 E10

Gallery America: 909

Grown Up Dad*

Midsomer Murders: Beyond The Grave, S3 E1, pt 1

Luisa Spagnoli: Queen Of Chocolate, pt 3

Death In Paradise, S5 E4

The Paris Murders, S1 E12

Chihuly: Roll The Dice

Gallery America: 909

Midsomer Murders: Deads Man’s Eleven, S3 E2, pt 2

Luisa Spagnoli: Queen Of Chocolate, pt 4*

Death In Paradise, S5 E5 Marriage, S1, pt 1

Gallery America: 909

People’s House: The Story Of The Oklahoma State Capitol

Midsomer Murders: Blue Herrings, S3 E1

Midsomer Murders: Blue Herrings, S3 E2

Death In Paradise, S5 E6

The Oklahoma News Report* Washington Week With The Atlantic*

Firing Line with Margaret Hoover*

Great Performances: At The Met 7:00 8:00 9:00 11:12

The Oklahoma News Report* Washington Week With The Atlantic*

Firing Line with Margaret Hoover* Iconic America: Our Symbols And Stories

Roots Of Comedy With Jesus Trejo, S1 E1* 7:00 8:00

The Oklahoma News Report* Washington Week With The Atlantic* Firing Line with Margaret Hoover* Iconic America: Our Symbols And Stories

Roots Of Comedy With Jesus Trejo, S1 E3*

Local Programming

* Denotes Premiere

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Simon And Garfunkel : The Concert In Central Park

Roy Orbison & Friends - A Black And White Night 6:30 8:00 9:30 11:00

Chicago & Friends: Live At 55 70’s Soul Superstars

Lawrence Welk: Summer Sounds

Agatha Christie’s Poirot: The Adventure Of The Italian Nobleman, S5 E5 OETA Movie Club: Eight Men Out

Austin City Limits

Lawrence Welk: Thank You America

Agatha Christie’s Poirot: The Chocolate Box, S5 E6 OETA Movie Club: Witness OETA Movie Club: Chinatown

Lawrence Welk: Songs Of The 40’s

Agatha Christie’s Poirot: Dead Man’s Mirror, S5 E7

OETA Movie Club: Terms Of Endearment

Austin City Limits: Rodrigo Y Gabriela

What to Watch

DI Ray Season 2

Sunday, June 16 at 9 p.m.

Two months after her suspension from the force, D.I. Rachita Ray returns to homicide to investigate the brutal shooting of a young nurse and the head of a notorious crime syndicate outside a Birmingham hospital. The shooting sends shockwaves throughout the city. All signs point to a gangland turf war, but as DI Ray begins to pull at the threads, new evidence comes to light that suggests a far more complex mystery.

America’s Home Cooking: Stuffed

Monday, June 3 at 7 p.m.

From ravioli and dumplings, to pierogies and empanadas, stuffed foods are a staple in many cultures. While labor intensive, the end result juxtaposes flaky with creamy, smooth with crunchy, or rich with mild. Host and chef Chris Fennimore explores the culinary tradition behind stuffed foods before preparing some of these classic comfort foods.

America ReFramed: Como Vivimos (How We Live)

Thursday, June 13 at 7 p.m.

California’s migrant family housing centers are one of few affordable housing options available to farm working families. But these housing centers are only available for residence during the six to nine months of the growing season.

Pinkalicious & Peterrific: A Pinkerton

Family Vacation

New Special! Beginning on June 10 at 5:30am

The Pinkertons take a family vacation road trip to see all of the Pink Wonders of the World! But what will happen when they make a wrong turn?

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Easy Yoga For Arthritis: With Peggy Cappy

Young Forever: With Dr. Mark Hyman

Brain-Gut Connection: With Dr. Emeran Mayer

Memory Makeover: With Daniel Amen, MD

The All New Rock, Pop And Doo Wop

Lawrence Welk: God Bless America

Memory Makeover: With Daniel Amen, MD

Roads

Ancient Roads From Christ To Constantine: The Great Missionary, pt 2

Ancient Roads From Christ To Constantine: Age Of The Apostles, pt 3

Ancient Roads From Christ To Constantine: From Apocalypse To Heresies, pt 4

Ancient Roads From Christ To Constantine: Pagans And The Cult Of Martyrs, pt 5 Easy Yoga For Arthritis With Peggy Cappy Memory Makeover: With Daniel Amen, MD

Ancient Roads From Christ To Constantine: Constantine, pt 6

Young Forever: With Dr. Mark Hyman Supercharge Your Brain: Maximizing Your Cognitive Abilities

Finding Your Roots: Mean Streets

Paint This with Jerry Yarnell

of Joy of Painting*

to Market*

Welcome To My Farm*

America The Bountiful*

& Porter

America’s Test Kitchen*

Milk Street

Nature: Soul Of The Ocean

Gardening*

Woodshop

Washington Week*

The Chavis Chronicles

Tell Me More*

Report*

Steves Heart Of Italy

To Love Nature: Soul Of The Ocean

Steves European Festivals

Rogers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary

Live: Presented By Henry Louis Gates, JR.

Celebrity Antiques Road Trip: Lesley Joseph And Christopher Biggins, pt 8 The Oklahoma News Report*

Roadshow:

Gardening*

Rick Steves’

Outside: Beyond The Lens

Father Brown: The Skylark Scandal, S7 E9 Lawrence Welk: Summer Sounds

Cook’s Country

Lidia’s Kitchen*

Oklahoma Gardening*

Garden Smart*

American Woodshop

This Old House

Ask This Old House

Places To Love

This Old House

Finding Your Roots: In The Blood

Dynamic Planet: Ice, S1 E1*

In The Water: The Fish In The Sea, S1 E1*

Washington Week*

The Chavis Chronicles Tell Me More*

Celebrity Antiques Road Trip: Phil Vickery MBE And Martin Offiah, pt 9

Antiques Roadshow Fort Worth, Hour 1

Chihuly: Roll The Dice*

The Oklahoma News Report*

News Weekend* Fit 2 Stitch Dynamic Planet: Ice, S1 E1

PBS News Weekend*

The Oklahoma News Report* Oklahoma Gardening*

Rick Steves’

Outside: Beyond The Lens*

Lawrence Welk: Thank You, America

Father Brown: The Honorable Thief, S7 E10

Burt Bacharach’s Best

Big Band Years

Ken Burns: The Civil War

Black Frontier Towns Ken Burns: The National Parks

Ancient

From Christ To Constantine: Birth Of A Faith, pt 1

Agatha Christie: Lucy Worsley On This Land is Your Land

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OETA Producer’s Club Members

The OETA Producer’s Club is an opportunity for OETA members to take their giving to the next level and strengthen the power of public television for all of Oklahoma. By becoming a member of the OETA Producer’s Club, you will increase the impact of your support for OETA’s mission to provide essential educational content and services that inform, inspire, and connect Oklahomans to ideas and information that enrich all our lives.

To enroll and learn more about the OETA Producer’s Club, visit oeta.tv/producers

Executive Producer Level Members

Marvin and Barbara Jirous - OKC, OK

Producer Level Members

Mary Helen and Gary Buttman Trust - Bartlesville, OK

Puterbaugh Foundation - McAlester, OK

Director Level Members

Beatrix Barr - Dover, OK

Jeff and Melanie DeFehr - Weatherford, OK

Cathy and Steve Herrin - Tulsa, OK

John and Jane Kenney - OKC, OK

Barbara J. Klein from Warr Acres, OK

J. Fran Parkhill - Ardmore, OK

Phil and Gayle Anne Roberts - Edmond, OK

Monica Wittrock - Edmond, OK

Star Level Members

Bill and Karen Anderson - Holdenville, OK

Dr. Dewayne Andrews - Edmond, OK

Lona Barrick from - Ada, OK

Mary Culver Carlile, MD - Enid, OK

Kathy Crews - OKC, OK

D.R. Cromer - Tulsa, OK

Melba and William Dagy - Grove, OK

Don and Beverly Davis - Edmond, OK

Nanu and Fred Dorwart - Tulsa, OK

Gay Downing - Bixby, OK

James and Emily Dunagin - McAlester, OK

Ken and Mary Ann Fergeson from - Altus, OK

Dr. Andrew and Diana Frost - Norman, OK

Steve Hallgren and Gerry Auel - Stillwater, OK

Richard Hauschild - Edmond, OK

Charles and Sharon Johnson - Edmond, OK

Gayle Monahan, Mark and Kristen Ames Lovelace - OKC, OK

Richard Lieser - Tulsa, OK

John and Suzie Liljestrand - OKC, OK

Scott and Karen Love - Bartlesville, OK

Majors Family Trust - Moore, OK

Jean McLaughlin - OKC, OK

Tony and Marian Moon - Arcadia, OK

Hart and Marty Morris - Coweta, OK

John and Sara Morrison - Norman, OK

Carol Enkoji and Richard Nelson - Ardmore, OK

Carolyn Kornegay and Wallace Owens - Guthrie, OK

John and Marla Palovik - Tulsa, OK

Joan Payne - OKC, OK

Doris Piatak - Tulsa, OK

Brad and Jean Rickelman - Stillwater, OK

Jo Ellen Rogers - Tahlequah, OK

Pat and Fred Schonwald, Jr. - Nichols Hills, OK

Linda Simonton and Thomas Rueb - Arcadia, OK

Sandra and Clifford Shea - Tulsa, OK

Vicki Lampley - Dallas & Vina Louise Showers - OKC, OK

Dr. Robert and Pamela Spinks - Jones, OK

Becky Engle Terhune - Tulsa, OK

Barbara and John Turner - Tulsa, OK

Forrest W. Underwood - Tulsa, OK

Janie and Richard Westbrook - OKC, OK

Renate and Chuck Wiggin - OKC, OK

Jim and Martha Yeats - Tulsa, OK

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