WEDU PBS Premiere Magazine - March 2024

PREMIERE

Saturday, March 23 10AM–2PM

A Message from Paul Grove

Dear Friends of WEDU PBS,

It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood! WEDU PBS invites you to our television studios for Be My Neighbor Day!

This exciting event, on Saturday, March 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., promises a day filled with exciting activities. You'll

have the chance to enjoy behind-the-scenes studio tours and meet one of the most beloved PBS KIDS characters, Daniel Tiger.

Growing up, I was influenced by the groundbreaking PBS series Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. Fred Rogers dedicated his life to understanding childhood and brought that insight to television with his program which began in 1968. For over 30 years, Mister Rogers cultivated a unique bond with millions of children, each feeling like they were visiting a trusted friend. I was honored to meet Fred at a Public Broadcasting conference in 1999 where he received the PBS Lifetime Achievement Award.

With his puppets, including the iconic Daniel Tiger, and his neighbors like the Speedy Delivery letter carrier, Mr. McFeely, Mister Rogers spoke directly to the camera, fostering moments of pure magic

for children everywhere. His kindness, acceptance, and empathy left an indelible mark on countless lives. My son Riley experienced his magical moment when meeting Mr. McFeely and the Daniel Tiger puppet in 2007. (See picture to the left).

Throughout his illustrious career, Fred Rogers championed the cause of children

and the importance of access to public television. Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood was created following his passing to honor his legacy. Now, preschool children have an animated program featuring Daniel Tiger, who shares relatable discoveries and challenges with his friends, neighbors, and family in the Neighborhood of Make-Believe.

I warmly invite you to join me, Daniel Tiger, and countless neighbors as we celebrate the value of kindness at WEDU PBS' Be My Neighbor Day. This free, family-friendly event welcomes kids of all ages, promising plenty of magical moments.

Onward and upward!

Paul Grove

Proud Sustaining Member of the Broadcasters Circle President and CEO WEDU PBS

Board of Directors

Alan C. Bomstein

Chair

Paul Grove President and CEO

Jeffery Sparling Vice Chair

Garrett Shinn, C.P.A.

Treasurer

Jennifer Williams

Secretary

Suzanne Oaks Brownstein ‡ Immediate Past Chair

Barry Alpert

Lori Baggett, Esq.

James Bennett

Brian Butler

Bob Calafell

Susan Craig

Richard Dobkin ‡

Patricia Douglas

Danielle Drummond

Thomas duPont

Walt Engle

Scott Gault

Robert Gough, Esq.

Nancy Hoyt

Claude Macari

Devanand Mangar

Jean Martin

George Miles

Jon Philipson

Kevin Plummer

Benson Riseman

Richard Rivera

Samuel Samelson

Heidi Shimberg

Patty Suarez

Cathy Unruh ‡

Directors Emeritus

Monroe E. Berkman ‡

Dennis Caltagirone

Robert A. Darr ‡

Don DeFosset ‡

Alan G. Divers ‡

Fred Dobbins ‡

Hilliard Eure ‡

Susanna Grady ‡

Elaine Keating ‡

Richard M. (Dick) Lobo

Shelia McDevitt

Rudolph Michaud, CLU ‡

John F. Rañon, AIA ‡

Virginia Sink

William Starkey

William H. Stover ‡ ‡ Past Chair

Community Advisory Board

Hillsborough County

Danielle Ahmed

Lissette Campos

Allison MacGregor

Manatee County

Ted Lindenberg

Polk County

Jeff Griggs

Mike Hall

Leadership Team

Paul Grove

President and Chief Executive Officer paulgrove@wedu.org

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Chief Financial Officer dfriedberg@wedu.org

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VP of Communications mgalloway@wedu.org

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Sarasota County

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AWARD-WINNING

ORIGINAL

FIRST RESPONDERS: LAST TO ASK

WEDU ORIGINAL PROGRAM HONORED

First Responders: Last to Ask, a documentary exploring mental health challenges of first responders, received first place in the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) 2023 Media Awards for Best Feature/Series. The awards recognize outstanding efforts by affiliates in effectively communicating with members and the public and acknowledge exceptional professional reporting and photography that capture the vital contributions of community firefighters and emergency medical workers. Our submission was entered on WEDU’s behalf by St. Pete Fire Rescue.

WEDU STAFFER HONORED

Congratulations to Latoya Desamour on her acceptance into the prestigious PBS Accelerate Program. This professional development program provides PBS Member Station staff with hands-on tactical training across all functional areas and explores necessary skill development for leadership growth, cross-collaboration, change management, and effective communication.

PAVLO MEET & GREET

Pavlo, the award-winning recording artist and PBS favorite, recently performed his Mediterranean-style instrumental music at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts in Tampa. WEDU donors were invited to a backstage meet & greet before his performance. Be sure to visit wedu.org/tickets for other upcoming opportunities.

EDUCATION TEAM JOINS DAY OF PLAY

Sarah Keith and Anaida Ruiz-Leon from the WEDU Education team participated in the Hillsborough County Early Learning Coalition “Day of Play” last month. The event promotes play through STEAM activities, encourages positive parent-child interactions, and informs families about the ELCHC’s programs and services.

CONGRATULATIONS, AL POOLE!

After serving as custodian at WEDU for 33 years, Al Poole is finally ready to retire and relax. Al has many stories about how the station has changed over the decades, and the WEDU staff will miss him greatly. Thank you and best wishes, Al!

THE HISTORY OF GOSPEL IN TAMPA BAY

To kick off Black History Month and to promote the PBS docuseries, Gospel, produced by Henry Louis Gates, Jr., WEDU hosted an evening of uplifting gospel music and a discussion about the local history at Beulah Baptist Institutional Church in Tampa.

WEDU PBS Staff Spotlight: March 2024

Latoya Desamour

What she does at WEDU: I am the Education Program Manager at WEDU PBS. I help manage planning, development, evaluation, promotion and effective outreach programs for the WEDU PBS Education Department.

Time dedicated: I started at WEDU in October 2022.

Hobbies & passions: When I’m not working, I enjoy traveling with loved ones. I love exploring new and exciting places around the world. When I’m not traveling, I am home cooking up a new recipe or making memories with my husband and our four children. Whether home or traveling, you will find me with a book. Having access to books is very important to me; I love reading. Favorite PBS program: My favorite PBS show is Finding Your Roots. I love to see how people connect to their past.

“Working at WEDU and being a part of the Education team is such an amazing opportunity. Everyone I work with is so incredibly genuine, passionate, and supportive. The work/life balance isn’t just something on paper; it’s evident in the ways WEDU supports its staff. I’m very grateful for each day that I’m able to expand the footprint of WEDU and make a meaningful impact on those in our service area.

MANY WAYS TO GIVE

Support WEDU PBS Through a Donor Advised Fund

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Just like regular savings accounts are helpful when you are saving up for a special treat, donor advised funds are a wonderful way to make a special impact on WEDU’s mission to educate, explore, and engage to inspire a lifetime of learning and discovery.

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WHAT TO WATCH ON

With WEDU PBS Passport, you get tons of on-demand content, early access, extended features, and more from your favorite PBS programs!

All Creatures Great & Small on Masterpiece

SEASONS 1 / 2 / 3 / 4

Astrid

Presented in French with English subtitles

SEASONS 1 / 2 / 3

Broadchurch

SEASONS 1 / 2 / 3

Doc Martin

SEASONS 8 / 9 / 10

Ken Burns Collection

28 FILMS & DOCUMENTARIES

Miss Scarlet & The Duke on Masterpiece

SEASONS 1 / 2 / 3 / 4

RFDS: Royal Flying Doctor Service

SEASONS 1 / 2

Seaside Hotel

SEASONS 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9

World on Fire on Masterpiece

SEASONS 1 / 2

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In 1924, six shuffleboard players founded the first club in St. Pete, which has since become the world's largest of its kind. Once synonymous with retirement communities, shuffleboard has evolved into a popular sport for all ages, with the St. Pete Shuffleboard Club now boasting over 2,600 members, a century after its inception.

This new episode will premiere on WEDU PBS on Thursday, March 21 at 8:30 p.m. after Arts Plus.

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ORIGINALS

THE SARASOTA EXPERIENCE

The story of Sarasota, Florida, is the story of America. From the first Scottish settlers to the Civil Rights movement to the area's efforts to protect Florida's environment, this documentary traces the evolution of community and explores what the future might hold for one of our most vibrant cities. This program airs at 10 p.m. Thursday, March 7 on WEDQ.

RISE OF THE RAYS: A DEVIL OF A STORY

An epic telling of the twisting, wacky, emotional events that finally brought Major League Baseball to Tampa Bay. Learn the storied history of baseball in our community, the unsung heroes behind the scenes, and the decades-long struggle to finally land the Rays. This program airs at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 20 on WEDU and repeats at 10 p.m. Thursday, March 21 on WEDQ

FIRST RESPONDERS: LAST TO ASK

There is a mental health crisis in America. In this special, we shine a light on the challenges faced by our first responders. Their jobs leave them little time to recover from traumatic exposure. They also battle the stigma—and potential consequences—of asking for help. Through their stories, we create awareness and compassion for this beloved community. This program airs at 8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 21 on WEDU and repeats at 7 p.m. Monday, March 25 on WEDQ

You can stream these and more WEDU PBS original programs anytime, anywhere on the FREE PBS APP or at video.wedu.org

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MY MUSIC

Burt Bacharach's Best

This program celebrates legendary songwriter Burt Bacharach. Host Robert Wagner introduces archival performances by the original artists who made Bacharach's music famous. This program airs at 7 p.m.

Friday, March 1 on WEDQ and repeats at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, March 3 on WEDU.

Steve and Eydie: Memories of My Mom & Dad

For over six decades, the musical duo of Steve Lawrence & Eydie Gorme has brought back warm and nostalgic memories from the early days of ’50s Rock and Roll, ’60s Pop, Tin Pan Alley, Broadway and The American Songbook. This program airs at 2 p.m.

Tuesday, March 5 on WEDU.

This Land Is Your Land

Take a rousing musical journey through the evolution of modern American folk music, from its roots in bluegrass to San Francisco coffee house hipsters to clubs in Greenwich Village. This program airs at 10:30 p.m.

Monday, March 11 on WEDU

BARBRA STREISAND: BACK TO BROOKLYN

Join the legendary superstar for a magical concert and her first public performances in her hometown borough in October 2012. Includes nine songs that Barbra had never performed on stage, and features special guests trumpeter Chris Botti, Italian singing group Il Volo, and Streisand’s son, actordirector Jason Gould. This program airs at 8:30 p.m. Friday, March 1 on WEDQ and repeats at 8 p.m. Sunday, March 3 on WEDU.

BEE GEES: IN OUR OWN TIME

Explore the story of one of the best-selling music acts of all time, told in their own words by Barry and Robin Gibb, from modest beginnings to worldwide success in the 1970s. The Bee Gees' award-winning career spanned five decades with over 200 million albums sold. Includes interviews, videos, TV appearances and live performances. This program airs at 4 p.m. Sunday, March 3 on WEDU and repeats at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 6 on WEDQ.

BEE GEES: ONE NIGHT ONLY

One of the very few Bee Gees performances ever filmed, this music special showcases many of their greatest disco and pop hits. This program airs at 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 5 on WEDU and repeats at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 6 on WEDQ

LES MISÉRABLES: THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY FROM THE O2

Join the stellar cast for an anniversary celebration of the beloved musical that became a worldwide phenomenon. Featuring Alfie Boe, Jenny Galloway, Katie Hall, Nick Jonas, Norm Lewis, Matt Lucas, Lea Salonga, Samantha Barks, Ramin Karimloo and Colm Wilkinson. This program airs at 8 p.m. Sunday, March 10 on WEDU

ORIGINAL

WEDU ARTS PLUS

Episode 1304

The Wild Space Gallery in St. Petersburg presents an exhibition that combines art, science and nature from the Archbold Biological Station. See the vivid works of abstract expressionist artist Ruth Gilmore Langs. The Milwaukee Repertory Theater's Professional Training Institute prepares the next generation of stage performers. Learn the art of meditation through an indigenous guided meditation philosophy created by Paiute person Brian Melendez. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Thursday, March 14 on WEDU and repeats at 11 a.m. Sunday, March 17 on WEDQ

GREAT PERFORMANCES AT THE MET

Joyce DiDonato In Concert

Experience a performance by the American mezzo-soprano from the art-nouveau Jahrhunderthalle in Bochum, Germany, featuring Baroque works by Handel as well as songs like “La vie en rose” and Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “You’ll Never Walk Alone.” This program airs at 7 p.m. Friday, March 22 on WEDQ

MENUS-PLAISIRS: LES TROISGROS

This film by Frederick Wiseman showcases the Troisgros family and their three restaurants located in central France. Explore the artistry, ingenuity, and imagination that goes into creating and presenting meals of the highest quality. This program airs at 9 p.m. Friday, March 22 on WEDU

ARTS & MUSIC

MEMBERSHIP BOX OFFICE

THE CLASSIC ROCK SHOW

Celebrate the very best of classic rock, paying tribute to rock heroes like Led Zeppelin, Dire Straits, The Who, AC/DC, Queen, The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, and many more. Performed with note-fornote precision, the original era-defining recordings are brought back to life on stage, with an amazing sound and light show to match. This program airs at 11 p.m. Saturday, March 2 on WEDU

CELTIC THUNDER: ODYSSEY

Watch this fascinating exploration of Irish music and culture, firmly grounded in the ensemble's impressive history while ambitiously forging new paths. It's not simply a concert, it's a powerful theatrical experience with a captivating blend of music, storytelling and atmospheric stagecraft that you can't miss. This program airs at 9:30 p.m. Monday, March 4 on WEDU and repeats at 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 8 on WEDQ

MY MUSIC

Johnny Mathis: Wonderful, Wonderful!

Recorded at The Tropicana in Atlantic City on October 27, 2006 in celebration of his 50 years in show business, this program features Johnny performing many of his hits including “In the Morning”, “Wonderful! Wonderful!”, “What I Did For Love”, “Chances Are”, “Misty”, “Maria”, Stranger in Paradise”, and “A Certain Smile.” This program airs at 8 p.m. Monday, March 4 on WEDU

GREGORIAN: PURE CHANTS IN CONCERT

This concert includes a stunning blend of traditional chants and contemporary music compiled from the Gregorian concert DVDs. The high-quality production features spectacular lighting and sound, and music that—as history proves—does not go out of style. This program airs at 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 12 on WEDU.

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PHOTO CREDIT: Reed Bowman, Predawn Light Over Rosemary Shrub, photograph, collection and courtesy of Archbold Biological Station.

WEDU ARTS PLUS | EPISODE 1304

Reef Rescue

Scientists race to help corals adapt to warming oceans through assisted evolution. This episode airs at 11 a.m. Monday, March 4 on WEDQ

Butterfly Blueprints

Explore how the scientific secrets of butterflies are inspiring technological innovations. This episode airs at 11 a.m. Monday, March 11 on WEDQ.

Hidden Volcano Abyss

Investigate one of the most powerful volcanic eruptions in recorded history. This episode airs at 11 a.m. Monday, March 18 on WEDQ

Arctic Sinkholes

In the Arctic, enormous releases of methane, a potent greenhouse gas, threaten the climate. This episode airs at 12 p.m. Monday, March 18 on WEDQ.

Polar Extremes

Following a trail of fossils found in all the wrong places—beech trees in Antarctica, redwoods and hippo-like mammals in the Arctic—NOVA uncovers the bizarre history of the poles, from miles-thick ice sheets to warm polar forests teeming with life. This episode airs at 9 p.m. Wednesday, March 20 on WEDU and repeats at 8 p.m. Sunday, March 24 on WEDQ

A.I. Revolution

A.I. tools like ChatGPT seem to think, speak, and create like humans. But what are they really doing? From cancer cures to Terminatorstyle takeovers, leading experts explore what A.I. can—and can’t—do today, and what lies ahead. This episode airs at 9 p.m. Wednesday, March 27 on WEDU and repeats at 8 p.m. Sunday, March 31 on WEDQ.

ORIGINAL

Star Chasers of Senegal

A visionary astronomer in West Africa attempts a high-stakes observation of a distant asteroid vital to a NASA mission. From prehistoric ruins to Islamic skywatchers, explore the heritage and future of African astronomy. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Wednesday, March 27 on WEDU.

YELLOWSTONE SYMPHONY

From the ethereal wonders at Mammoth Hot Springs to the grandeur of Tower Fall to its extraordinary wildlife, Yellowstone Symphony takes viewers on a spectacular visual journey through America's first national park. Set to classical music from some of the world’s best composers, the park’s magnificent scenery and wildlife are showcased as they change through the seasons. Stunning cinematography offers viewers a tourist-free look at the plentiful wildlife and other inhabitants of Yellowstone National Park. This program airs at 11 p.m.

Monday, March 4 on WEDU

KEN BURNS' THE NATIONAL PARKS: AMERICA'S BEST IDEA

Explore the story of an idea as uniquely American as the Declaration of Independence and just as radical: that the most special places in the nation should be preserved, not for royalty or the rich, but for everyone. Celebrate one of the filmmaker’s most beloved series and the grandeur of our nation’s parks from Acadia to Yosemite. This program airs at 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 6 on WEDU

NATURE

Sharks of Hawaii

SCIENCE & NATURE

call the warm waters near Hawaii’s islands their home. Meet the White Tip Reef shark, Whale shark, Tiger shark and more. This episode airs at 10 a.m. Monday, March 11 on WEDQ and repeats at 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 20 on WEDU

Equus–Story of the Horse:

Origins (Part 1 of 2)

Explore the fascinating evolutionary journey of the horse, from its tiny forest-dwelling ancestors to the modern steed. Encounter scientists who are unlocking the genetic basis of horsepower and decoding their emotional intelligence. This episode airs at 10 a.m. Monday, March 18 on WEDQ.

Equus–Story of the Horse:

Chasing the Wind (Part 2 of 2)

Discover how humans have partnered with the horse throughout the centuries, creating more than 350 breeds found all around the world. This episode airs at 7 p.m. Sunday, March 24 on WEDQ

Remarkable Rabbits

There are more than 100 domestic and wild kinds of rabbits and hares. Despite their remarkable ability to reproduce, many wild rabbits are in danger of being eradicated. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 27 on WEDU and repeats at 7 p.m. Sunday, March 31 on WEDQ

THE INVISIBLE SHIELD

The Old Playbook (Part 1 of 4)

Learn surprising facts about the sharks that

SAVING THE FLORIDA WILDLIFE CORRIDOR

Protecting the Florida Wildlife Corridor, a statewide network of public preserves and private working lands, provides an opportunity to balance Florida’s rapid growth with the green infrastructure that supports all Floridians.

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Explore how public health has increased lifespans and saved countless lives from disease, but underfunding, disinformation, and skepticism of science and government place human health at risk. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Tuesday, March 26 on WEDU and repeats at 10 p.m. Sunday, March 31 on WEDQ.

WEDU programming is made possible with the support of the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners.

HISTORY & CULTURE

ITALY MADE WITH LOVE: GENERATIONS

Explore the passion and pride of Italian artisans, from hatmakers in Tuscany to truffle hunters in Umbrian forests to pasta chefs in Bologna. Stewards of tradition, they pass down their finely-honed skills from one generation to the next. This program airs at 12 p.m. Saturday, March 2 on WEDU and repeats at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, March 3 on WEDQ

IRELAND MADE WITH LOVE

Discover the legacy of craftsmanship through the skill, pride and love that go into legendary Irish products. From the spectacular cliffs on the Atlantic coast to medieval castles, Ireland’s epic landscape and rich culture are gloriously showcased. This program airs at 9 p.m. Sunday, March 3 on WEDQ and repeats at 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 6 on WEDU

ENGLAND MADE WITH LOVE

Explore artisan craftsmanship and hidden treasures in one of the world’s most beautiful countries. Meet the skilled watchmakers, weavers, bookbinders and roof thatchers who teach hands-on skills to the next generation of apprentices. This program airs at 10:30 p.m. Sunday, March 3 on WEDQ and repeats at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, March 10 on WEDU.

AMERICA: THE LAND WE LIVE IN

Take a modern-day adventure to rediscover America’s hidden treasures and forgotten national wonders and rich history through the lens of a 19th-century travelogue called "Picturesque America." Follow the clues in the epic tales to uncover the “then and now” of each 150-year-old location, while also discovering the culture, history, and beauty in each place. This program airs at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 7 on WEDU and repeats at 6 p.m. Sunday, March 10 on WEDQ.

DANTE: INFERNO TO PARADISE

This landmark documentary by Ric Burns explores the riveting life and times of Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) and his soaring masterpiece "The Divine Comedy"—inarguably one of the greatest achievements in the history of literature.

• The Inferno (Part 1 of 2) airs at 9 p.m. Monday, March 18 on WEDU and repeats at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 23 on WEDQ.

• Resurrection (Part 2 of 2) airs at 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 19 on WEDU and repeats at 9 p.m. Saturday, March 23 on WEDQ.

POV unseen

As a blind, undocumented immigrant, Pedro faces uncertainty to obtain his college degree, become a social worker, and support his family. Through experimental cinematography and sound, unseen reimagines the accessibility of cinema, while exploring the intersections of immigration, disability, and mental health. This program airs at 11 p.m. Monday, March 18 on WEDU and repeats at 11 p.m. Sunday, March 24 on WEDQ

INDEPENDENT LENS DOUBLE FEATURE

• Greener Pastures

Four Midwestern farm families persevere through climate change, industrialization, and mental health crises.

• If Dreams Were Lightning

With rural hospitals closing at alarming rates, meet the people trying to get help in healthcare deserts.

These two programs air at 10 p.m. Monday, March 25 on WEDU and repeat at 11 p.m. Sunday, March 31 on WEDQ.

AMERICAN MASTERS

Marian Anderson: The Whole World

In Her Hands

Discover an international singer who captivated royalty in Europe and defied the conscience of 1939 America. Watch rare archival footage and hear audio recordings exploring her life and career from the Metropolitan Opera to the State Department. This program airs at 8 p.m. Monday, March 4 on WEDQ

Roberta Flack

Follow the music icon from a piano lounge through her rise to stardom. From “First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” to “Killing Me Softly,” Flack’s virtuosity was inseparable from her commitment to civil rights. Detailing her story in her own words, the film features exclusive access to Flack’s archives and interviews with Rev. Jesse Jackson, Peabo Bryson and more. This program airs at 8 p.m. Monday, March 11 on WEDQ

Mae West: Dirty Blonde

Dive into the life and career of groundbreaking writer, performer and subversive star Mae West. Over a career spanning eight decades, she broke boundaries and possessed creative and economic powers unheard of for a female entertainer in the 1930s. This program airs at 8 p.m. Monday, March 18 on WEDQ.

IRMA: MY LIFE IN MUSIC

Although Irma Thomas didn’t experience the same kind of commercial success as her contemporaries Aretha Franklin and Gladys Knight, "The Soul Queen of New Orleans" had just as great an impact on R&B music. The program features archival concert and interview footage culled from decades of performances filmed at The New Orleans Jazz Heritage Festival. This program airs at 9:30 p.m. Monday, March 11 on WEDQ.

FACING THE LAUGHTER: MINNIE PEARL

Sarah Cannon was an educated woman who had once dreamed of becoming a Shakespearean actress, but she found fame playing a simple country girl. Instantly identifiable by her straw hat with a price tag dangling from its brim, Minnie Pearl became an icon of country music radio, stage and TV. While Sarah and Minnie were two sides of a coin, they share a legacy of compassion, empowerment and humor. This program airs at 9:30 p.m. Monday, March 18 on WEDQ and repeats at 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 27 on WEDU

WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

ORCHARD HOUSE: HOME OF LITTLE WOMEN

This captivating documentary transports viewers to a 350-year-old home in Concord, Massachusetts with literary and historical significance unlike any other. With a nurturing, talented family as owners, and literary giants Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau and Nathaniel Hawthorne as neighbors, Orchard House uniquely inspired Louisa May Alcott to write Little Women at a desk in her room. This program airs at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 20 on WEDQ

COMPOSER: AMY BEACH

Amy Cheney Beach became one of the most respected and accomplished American composers of her time. She debuted as a pianist at age 17 with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, became a national symbol of women's creative power, and was considered the "dean of American women composers." This program airs at 11 p.m. Saturday, March 23 on WEDQ

JANE ADDAMS: TOGETHER WE RISE

Jane Addams was an activist ahead of her time. Within the walls of Hull House on the Near West Side, she led a social movement and amassed an army of women to demand change, pushing boundaries and breaking barriers along the way. Ultimately, Jane Addams and the women of Hull House changed their community, their city, and the world. This program airs at 10 p.m. Monday, March 25 on WEDQ

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE

The Cancer Detectives

This dramatic story of the fight against cervical cancer revolves around three extraordinary main characters: Dr. Papanicolaou, Hashime Murayama, and Helen Dickens. Learn how the work of these three true life savers slashed death rates of this previously unfightable cancer by more than 60 percent. This program airs at 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 26 on WEDU and repeats at 10 p.m. Saturday, March 30 on WEDQ.

Zora Neale Hurston: Claiming a Space

In 1936, the anthropologist and noted Harlem Renaissance figure Zora Neale Hurston traveled to Jamaica to learn the customs and traditions of its free Black population. Her experience there highlights one of the many ways she was ahead of her time. This program airs at 8 p.m. Monday, March 25 on WEDQ

MARGARET:

THE REBEL PRINCESS

Part 1 of 2

Learn how Princess Margaret’s life and loves reflected the social and sexual revolution that transformed the western world during the 20th century, and redefined society’s image of the modern princess. This program airs at 7 p.m. Friday, March 29 on WEDQ.

Part 2 of 2

Peek in on Princess Margaret and Antony Armstrong-Jones at the start of their married life. They’re happy to ride the wave of a cultural and sexual revolution that’s transforming Britain, but a more open society may spell trouble for the monarchy. This program airs at 8 p.m. Friday, March 29 on WEDQ

IN THEIR OWN WORDS

Queen Elizabeth II

Follow Queen Elizabeth II’s remarkable life, from her youth to her uncle’s abdication, her father’s coronation as King George VI, her experience during World War II, her sudden ascension to the throne and her eventful reign of more than 60 years. This episode airs at 9 p.m. Friday, March 29 on WEDQ

Princess Diana

Meet those closest to Princess Diana and follow her story as she grew from a shy, aristocratic schoolgirl into a dynamic force for change. This is a journey from the inside of her life, and the story of a woman who defied expectations and evolved into one of the most impactful icons of our time. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Friday, March 29 on WEDQ

Angela Merkel

One of the most enigmatic and inscrutable world leaders of our time, Angela Merkel’s life story reveals the woman behind the veil. Explore how experiences that began in her childhood shaped her politics and ultimately the face of modern Europe. This episode airs at 10:30 p.m. Friday, March 29 on WEDU.

FANNIE LOU HAMER'S AMERICA

Dive into this portrait of a civil rights activist and the injustices in America that made her work essential. Through public speeches, personal interviews, and powerful songs of the fearless Mississippi sharecropperturned-human-rights-activist, this film explores and celebrates the lesser-known life of one of the Civil Rights Movement’s greatest leaders. This program airs at 8:30 p.m. Saturday, March 30 on WEDQ.

DRAMA

SISTER BONIFACE MYSTERIES

Season 2

Dead Air (Part 8 of 10)

Peggy is delighted when her favourite pirate radio station 'Radio Catherine' bring their trendy transmissions to Great Slaughter. Trying to tune in to the latest show, Peggy finds only static—In a shocking turn of events, Billy King has been murdered on the alr. This episode airs at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 5 on WEDQ.

Stage Fright (Part 9 of 10)

Great Slaughter's Amateur Dramatic Society's upcoming production turns from drama to disaster once the leading actor is killed by the leading actress. This episode airs at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 12 on WEDQ and repeats at 2 p.m. Monday, March 18 on WEDU

The Good Samaritan (Part 10 of 10)

The language of flowers figures heavily in Sister Boniface's to decipher who the killer is. This episode airs at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 19 on WEDQ and repeats at 10 p.m. Thursday, March 21 on WEDU

THE PARIS MURDERS

Presented in French with English subtitles.

Season 1

The Shooting Star (Part 1 of 12)

A woman whose stage name is Julie Garland is found dead at the back of a jazz club. Chloe must find her true identity in order to solve her murder. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Tuesday, March 5 on WEDQ Panic (Part 2 of 12)

proves hard to find. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Tuesday, March 12 on WEDQ

Crossed Destinies (Part 3 of 12)

A dead body is found in a shop window, bound and gagged. When he is identified as a couples therapist, it’s clear that he had no lack of enemies. This episode airs at 10 p.m.

Tuesday, March 19 on WEDQ.

Radio Silence (Part 4 of 12)

When Chloe appears on late-night radio, she gets a call from a woman who is terrified of her husband. Amidst the media frenzy, Chloe must find her. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Tuesday, March 26 on WEDQ

DOC MARTIN

Season 10

Last Christmas in Portwenn (#1009)

Portwenn is full of festive cheer—until Martin tells Leonard that he needs to stop playing Santa while he awaits the results of his medical tests. Leonard decides to show "Doc the Grinch" the magic of Christmas, with unintended consequences, and Louisa works to arrange a Christmas parade through Portwenn. After a mishap, Martin confronts some of his fears and tries to embrace the holiday spirit. This episode airs at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, March 16 on WEDU and repeats at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 20 on WEDQ

CALL THE MIDWIFE

Season 13

Part 1 of 8

Paris is shaken when a sniper opens fire on crowds of people. The killer is identified as an army veteran, but this deluded man

Nonnatus House kicks off a new pupil midwife training. Dr. Turner supervises the delivery of a baby whose mother has cerebral palsy. The “Raise the Roof Campaign” for better pay and conditions

creates a divide of opinion among the nurses. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Sunday, March 17 on WEDU and repeats at 8 p.m.

Wednesday, March 20 on WEDQ

Part 2 of 8

Shelagh and Joyce assist a heavily pregnant woman dealing with a severe mold infestation in her new flat. Nancy attends a "Raise the Roof Campaign" meeting against some of her peers' wishes. Trixie takes secret driving lessons from Fred. This episode airs at 8 p.m.

Sunday, March 24 on WEDU and repeats at 8 p.m.

Wednesday, March 27 on WEDQ

Part 3 of 8

Violet and Matthew are worried about Fred's ability to serve as the mayor’s consort. Later, Fred falls ill after a minor injury. Meanwhile, the Nonnatus team is thrown into turmoil when a newborn baby is diagnosed with bilateral hip dysplasia. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Sunday, March 31 on WEDU.

NOLLY ON MASTERPIECE

Part 1 of 3

At the height of her fame, British soap opera star Noele “Nolly” Gordon is suddenly fired from her hit series Crossroads without warning— but why? This episode airs at 9 p.m. Sunday, March 17 on WEDU and repeats at 9 p.m.

Wednesday, March 20 on WEDQ

Part 2 of 3

Nolly’s last day on Crossroads is approaching, and she is desperate to know what will happen to her character, but her farewell is so shocking that nobody in the cast could have predicted it. This episode airs at 9 p.m. Sunday, March 24 on WEDU and repeats at 9 p.m. Wednesday, March 27 on WEDQ.

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Part 3 of 3

Nolly is working in the cutthroat world of theatre, still haunted by the question: why was she fired from Crossroads? But when an unexpected answer arrives, can she seize the chance to reprise her role as Meg for one final curtain call? This episode airs at 9 p.m. Sunday, March 31 on WEDU.

ALICE & JACK ON MASTERPIECE

Season 1

Part 1 of 6

When Alice and Jack meet, they are bound by a powerful connection that seems like nothing can break. But a deep and powerful trauma from Alice’s past causes her to reject Jack, who finds solace in other, less profound relationships. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Sunday, March 17 on WEDU and repeats at 10 p.m. Wednesday, March 20 on WEDQ

Part 2 of 6

Jack is now happily married to Lynn with a baby when an unexpected call comes from Alice. Torn by his feelings for Alice, Jack decides to see her in secret with devastating consequences. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Sunday, March 24 on WEDU and repeats at 10 p.m. Wednesday, March 27 on WEDQ

Part 3 of 6

Years after their last encounter, Jack receives a surprise invitation from Alice. Their feelings for each other soon surface, raising doubts about whether Alice is ready to be in a relationship with anyone right now. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Sunday, March 31 on WEDU.

RFDS: ROYAL FLYING DOCTOR SERVICE

Season 1

Part 1 of 8

New Senior Medical Officer Eliza Harrod is put to the test in one of her very first retrievals. This episode airs at 11 p.m. Sunday, March 17 on WEDU

Part 2 of 8

DRAMA

BROADCHURCH

Season 1

Part 8 of 8

After weeks of speculation, the events surrounding Danny Latimer's death are revealed. Shock waves ripple though Broadchurch as the community struggles to come to terms with the shocking news, but will Danny finally be laid to rest? This episode airs at 10:30 p.m. Saturday, March 23 WEDU.

Season 2

Part 1 of 8

Broadchurch is in turmoil as the accused killer of Daniel Latimer goes to trial. Meanwhile, Alec Hardy questions the Sandbrook case. This episode airs at 10:30 p.m. Saturday, March 30 on WEDU

As he buries his loved ones, a shattered Pete has to adjust to his new reality. Returning to work, he finds himself on a retrieval with Eliza, Pete’s resentment towards her comes to a head during a tense mid-air birth. Meanwhile, Wayne struggles to diagnose a seizure-suffering astronomer. Taylor is determined to get back out to the homestead, but at what cost? This episode airs at 11 p.m. Sunday, March 24 on WEDU

Part 3 of 3

When a seven-year-old boy goes missing in the outback, it’s a race against time to find him, as the RFDS is called to help his injured father. But when a search party helicopter crashes, leaving the pilot in critical condition, the team faces a confrontation as they struggle to save a life in the most remote of locations. This episode airs at 11 p.m. Sunday, March 31 on WEDU.

WORLD ON FIRE ON MASTERPIECE

Season 1

Part 1 of 7

When war breaks out, young translator Harry vows to help his Polish girlfriend Kasia flee Warsaw. How will he explain this to his sweetheart Lois, waiting for him at home in Manchester? This episode airs at Wednesday, March 27 on WEDQ gripping crime dramas, breathtaking period dramas, and captivating international from MASTERPIECE and other PBS favorites. Watch now on the FREE* PBS APP.

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AFTERNOONS MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY

12:00PM ELINOR WONDERS WHY

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1:00PM CURIOUS GEORGE

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6:30AM ARTHUR

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6:30AM ARTHUR

7:00AM MOLLY OF DENALI

7:30AM ALMA'S WAY

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9:00AM WORK IT OUT WOMBATS!

9:30AM DANIEL TIGER'S NEIGHBORHOOD

10:00AM SESAME STREET

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