Sometimes, great adventures are closer than you think! I recently discovered this when my book club took a field trip to Florida Southern College in Lakeland. After reading a book about Frank Lloyd Wright, we decided to explore the history of his unique campus architecture. To our amazement, we
learned that Florida Southern is home to the world’s largest collection of Wright’s commissioned work!
As the VP of Communications at WEDU PBS, I am privileged to lead community engagement and content promotion efforts. One of the best parts of my job is promoting our locally produced programs that reflect the vibrancy of our region. This month, I’m excited to introduce two new local productions that do just that.
The latest addition to our award-winning Greater series will explore the city of Lakeland. Greater Lakeland premieres September 19, at 8:30 p.m. on WEDU PBS. The first episode delves into the origins of Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture at Florida Southern College. In the coming months, future episodes will highlight Lakeland’s swan story, local women in aviation, the iconic Silver Moon Drive-In Theatre, and the significance of nature in the city. Each month, you can look forward to a new story on-air and online. This original WEDU series is made possible through a partnership with Lakeland Regional Health.
At 9 p.m. on September 19, we’ll present The Art of Sound: The Story of the University of Tampa’s Soaring Bell Tower, a special documentary about Ars Sonora, the world’s most technologically advanced bell tower at the University of Tampa. This film takes viewers on a journey from the Paccard Bell Foundry in Annecy, France—where the tower’s 63 bells were cast—to Tampa, where state-of-the-art technology brought this instrument to life. Standing 105 feet tall, the Ars Sonora is not just an engineering marvel but also a beautiful focal point for the University and the broader community, offering a unique blend of art, architecture, and music.
We’re excited to share stories highlighting our area’s historical and cultural significance. I encourage you to tune in and explore both exciting local programs. Your support helps bring these inspiring stories to life.
Thank you for being a valued WEDU member.
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WEDU PBS is thrilled to announce our very first local artist collaboration! We teamed up with the exceptional St. Petersburg-based multimedia artist Chad Mize, who designed a stunning Florida-flavored image exclusively for WEDU PBS supporters. Visit wedu.org/chadmize to get your limited edition WEDU PBS x Chad Mize gift for you or a friend today!
WEDU Community Happenings
WEDU PBS NAMED A FAMILY FRIENDLY WORKPLACE
WEDU was recently recognized by Thrive by Five as a Family-Friendly Workplace at the Platinum level. CEO and president Paul Grove, his wife Michelle, and Board member Brian Butler attended a reception for awardees last month.
KELLI SERIO HONORED WITH RIGHTER AWARD
Kelli Serio, WEDU’s Digital Media Manager, has been honored with the prestigious Janyth Righter Innovation Award from Florida Public Media. This award recognizes individuals who are advancing public media in groundbreaking ways.
THANK YOU TO COOKBOOK EVENT ATTENDEES!
WEDU brought the community together for two exciting events with producer and host Dalia Colón to discuss her new book, The Florida Vegetarian Cookbook. Guests enjoyed lively discussions about local flavors and plant-based recipes. Visit wedu.org/photos for photos from both exciting events!
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TALKING
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From sustainable seafood to plant-based diets to reducing food waste, host Dalia Colón talks about food, naturally. Learn how everyday decisions can impact our planet while fostering hope and action.
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ARTS & MUSIC
ORIGINAL
WEDU ARTS PLUS
Episode 1314
An exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts, St. Petersburg explores the history and evolution of bringing color to black and white photographic images. Oklahoma artist Ebony Iman Dallas creates a mural that imagines a world where the 1921 Tulsa Massacre never happened. An exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City showcases the art of Native America. A management company in Florida transforms vacant spaces into affordable studios for artists. This episode airs at 11 a.m. Sunday, September 1 on WEDQ
Episode 1315
Episode 1317
With over 100,000 costume pieces in their collection, Sarasota Opera has one of the largest rental costume businesses in North America. The Utah Museum of Fine Arts in Salt Lake City presents an exhibition that educates visitors on the Islamic faith and celebrates the Muslim community. Togo artist Talle Bamazi creates paintings that reflect his life experiences and the culture of his home country. The Food Bank of Northern Nevada commissions a mural to honor and celebrate its volunteers. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Thursday, September 26 on WEDU
reuniting with the Chi-Lites, the Stylistics, Yvonne Elliman, Heatwave, the Trammps and the Emotions. This program airs at 2 p.m. Saturday, September 7 on WEDU Moments to Remember
Patti Page and Nick Clooney co-host new performances and archival classic. Moments to Remember features many more legends of the late fifties and early sixties pop era. In this trip down memory lane, the late Frankie Laine came out of retirement to “spend one more night in our old rendezvous” singing his sentimental “That’s My Desire.” This program airs at 3:30 p.m. Friday, September 6 on WEDU and repeats at 6 p.m. Sunday, September 8 on WEDQ
BENISE: FIESTA!
Discover the Ars Sonora, the most technologically advanced bell tower in the world located at the University of Tampa campus. Culinary historian and author Michael Twitty explores African American foodways and the role of food throughout history. An exhibition in Massachusetts focuses on New England’s connection to transcendentalism and alternative thought. An exhibition at the Boca Raton Museum of Art presents works of glass by over 30 artists who don’t normally work with the medium. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Thursday, September 12 on WEDU and repeats at 11 a.m. Sunday, September 15
Episode 1316
Jazz bassist
John Lamb is a musical legend who continues to play live music in St. Petersburg at age 90. Reno, Nevada artist and influencer
Sarah Hambly designs and sews couture garments that she shares with her online followers. Painter Terrence Osborne is inspired by his hometown of New Orleans and expresses his love for this city in his vivacious canvases. The team behind Key West Pottery share the process behind their unique clay designs. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Thursday, September 19 on WEDU and repeats at 11 a.m. Sunday, September 22 on WEDQ.
THE FOUR PHANTOMS IN CONCERT
Singers Brent Barrett, John Cudia, Franc D’Ambrosio and Ciarán Sheehan, who cumulatively have performed the iconic Phantom role more than 6,000 times, celebrate the music of Broadway and more. The concert includes a stunning finale paying tribute to The Phantom of the Opera. Kaley Ann Voorhees, who played the role of Christine in the Broadway production, is a special guest star. This program airs at 6 p.m. Sunday, September 1 on WEDQ and repeats at 10 p.m. Monday, September 2 on WEDU.
MY MUSIC
Classical Rewind
Experience the beauty, romance and dramatic power of musical masterpieces in this visual and auditory joyride through the world of classical hits. Host Martin Goldsmith guides viewers on this fresh and engaging exploration of the world of classical music, with personal reflections from Itzhak Perlman, Joshua Bell and Stewart Copeland of The Police, among others. This program airs at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, September 1 on WEDQ and repeats at 9 p.m. Saturday, September 7 on WEDU.
All New Rock, Pop, and Doo Wop
In celebration of 25 years of My Music, don’t miss 25 years of great doo wop, rock and pop hits from the 50s and 60s. Full-length performances include: Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis, The Duprees, Jay Back, Little Anthony & The Imperials, Frankie Valli, Jerry Butler and many more artists from the 50s and 60s. This program airs at 12 p.m. Saturday, September 7 on WEDU
Superstars of 70s Soul
Join Patti LaBelle for an all-star reunion of the legends of 1970s Motown, R&B and soul. Includes the Commodores, Eugene Record
Celebrate world music and dance at its best with this fiery mix of Cuban salsa, Spanish flamenco, Brazilian samba, African drumming and more. Benise brings fierce intensity to new interpretations of favorite rock anthems and traditional classics, performing at the Old Mission in Santa Barbara, California, a venue he played many times as a street performer. This program airs at 9 p.m. Sunday, September 1 on WEDQ and repeats at 10:30 p.m. Thursday, September 5 on WEDU
SIMON AND GARFUNKEL: THE CONCERT IN CENTRAL PARK
Join the iconic duo and the more than 500,000 fans who came out for this oncein-a-lifetime 1981 benefit concert for the world’s most famous urban park. The unforgettable performance features the pair’s greatest hits, from “Mrs. Robinson” to “The Sound of Silence” to “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” as well as selections from their solo catalogs, newly arranged with an expanded 11-piece band. This program airs at 10:30 p.m. Sunday, September 1 on WEDQ and repeats at 9 p.m. Thursday, September 5 on WEDU.
GREAT PERFORMANCES
Rodgers’ & Hammerstein’s 80th Anniversary
Explore the vast repertoire of these musical theater pioneers in a star-studded concert featuring Aaron Tveitt, Patrick Wilson and more performing from shows like “Carousel,” “South Pacific,” “The King and I,” “The Sound of Music” and more. This program airs at 8 p.m. Monday, September 2 on on WEDU
A John Williams Premiere at Tanglewood
Experience a concert of works by legendary composer John Williams from Boston Symphony Orchestra’s summer home at
Tanglewood including Williams’ new violin concerto performed by virtuoso Anne-Sophie Mutter and other works conducted by Andris Nelsons. This program airs at 9:30 p.m. Friday, September 27 on WEDQ
REVIVAL69: THE CONCERT THAT ROCKED THE WORLD
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the 1969 Toronto Rock and Roll Revival music festival, which featured performers including John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Little Richard, The Doors, Chuck Berry, Alice Cooper and other legendary musicians. This program airs at 10 p.m. Tuesday, September 3 on WEDU.
RIVERDANCE: 25TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW
Celebrate the magic of Irish music and dance in this reinvention of the groundbreaking show. This program airs at 4 p.m. Thursday, September 5 on WEDU and repeats at 10 p.m. Sunday, September 15 on WEDQ.
NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK: iHeartRadio LIVE
Celebrate the enduring legacy of the iconic boy band that continues to capture the hearts of millions. Featuring the pop anthems, dance tracks and love songs that are fan favorites of the Blockheads, including “Step By Step,” and “Cover Girl.This program airs at 9 p.m. Friday, September 6 on WEDU.
JOHNNY MATHIS: WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL
When Johnny Mathis decided to celebrate his 50th anniversary in the music business in 2006, he gathered 2,000 of his closest friends at the Tropicana Hotel in Atlantic City and regaled them with an amazing concert replete with Mathis standards and unforgettable hits. This program airs at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, September 8 on WEDU and repeats at 8:30 p.m. Sunday, September 8 on WEDQ
PAVLO: LIVE IN SANTORINI
Mediterranean guitarist Pavlo brings the wondrous beauty of Greek’s most famous island to life through his Santorini-inspired compositions. Breathtaking sunsets and panoramic views of the iconic white and blue structures built along Santorini’s steep cliffs—calderas—form the backdrop as Pavlo becomes the first artist in history to bring a concert film to North American television from this mystical island. This program airs at 8 p.m. Monday, September 9 on WEDU and repeats at 8 p.m. Sunday, September 15 on WEDQ.
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THE ART OF SOUND: THE STORY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF TAMPA’S SOARING BELL TOWER
Watch how the University of Tampa’s leadership conceived of and constructed the Ars Sonora—the most technologically advanced bell tower in the world, which soars 105-feet above campus. Travel to the Paccard Bell Foundry in Annecy, France, where the tower’s 63 bells were cast, and then to Tampa, where the tower was constructed, programmed with state-of-theart technology and connected to a sensitive piano keyboard. This marriage of centuriesold bell-making techniques with 21st century technology has resulted in an instrument like no other, allowing for the University community to enjoy exceptional bell music with or without a musician. Set in the middle of the downtown Tampa campus, it has also formed a striking focal point for students to reflect, gather and interact, and to enjoy the transformative nature of art, architecture and music. This documentary airs at 9 p.m. Thursday, September 19 on WEDU.
GREAT PERFORMANCES AT THE MET
La Rondine
Be transported to the streets of Paris and the French Riviera in Puccini’s love story starring Angel Blue as Magda opposite Jonathan Tetelman in his Met Opera debut as Ruggero. Speranza Scappucci conducts Nicolas Joel’s art deco-inspired staging. This program airs at 7 p.m. Friday, September 20 on WEDQ and repeats at 3 p.m. Sunday, September 22 on WEDU
La Traviata
Nadine Sierra stars as the opera’s heroine, the self-sacrificing courtesan Violetta, with tenor Stephen Costello in the role of her self-centered lover, Alfredo, with baritone Luca Salsi as Alfredo’s disapproving father. Michael Mayer’s vibrant production is conducted by Daniele Callegari. Renée Fleming hosts. This program airs at 7 p.m. Friday, September 27 on WEDQ
LARRY KING: BEYOND THE MIC
Larry King had two remarkable personal relationships – with his best friend from childhood and with a son he never knew he had. For the first time, King’s closest friend, negotiator Herb Cohen, and King’s son, Larry Jr., share an intimate look at the life of one of America’s best-known interviewers. This program airs at 11:30 p.m. Monday, September 23 on WEDU
ARTS & MUSIC
SERIES PREMIERE
Explore the rich history of Florida Southern College’s iconic campus, designed by the legendary Frank Lloyd Wright. Discover the compelling stories and personal recollections behind the construction, where students played a vital role by contributing labor in exchange for free tuition. The campus, seamlessly integrated with Lakeland’s natural landscape, is the largest collection of Wright buildings in the world.
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WEDU PBS is proud to partner with Transcendent Travel to present two exciting tours of England for our most passionate viewers and supporters.
Walk with us through tranquil villages, visit some of the finest stately homes and gardens, and go behind the scenes to explore the stunning locations seen in your favorite PBS programs!
AUGUST 4 –10, 2025
From the picturesque village you know so well from Grantchester, to the historic dockyards as seen in Call the Midwife, to the idyllic and gorgeous Yorkshire Dales from All Creatures Great & Small, this public televisionfocused tour will be an unforgettable adventure. You will visit London, York, and Cambridge, including:
• Chatsworth House
• Buckingham Palace
• York Minster
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• Burghley House & Gardens
• Chatham Dockyard
• Yorkshire Dales
British Classics
AUGUST 11–17, 2025
Explore the iconic locations you’ve seen on PBS, such as Downton Abbey’s Highclere Castle, Doc Martin’s Port Isaac, and Midsomer Murders’ Dorchester-on-Thames. From touring Windsor Castle, to taking high tea, to uncovering the charm of Cornwall and Bath, we will create memories that will last a lifetime when visiting:
• Cricket St. Thomas
• Cornwall
• Port Isaac
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• Greenway Estate
• Torquay
• Cotswolds
$4,750 per person
Based on double occupancy. Airfare not included.
SCIENCE & NATURE
ANCIENT INVISIBLE CITIES
Athens (Part 1 of 3)
Professor Darius Arya uses scanning technology to reveal the hidden secrets of ancient Athens. From the buildings on the Acropolis to the silver mines and quarries beyond the city, he investigates the story of the city that gave the world democracy. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Monday, September 2 on WEDQ.
Cairo (Part 2 of 3)
Darius Arya uses the latest scanning technology to reveal the historical secrets of Cairo and Ancient Egypt. He explores the Great Pyramid of Giza and the first pyramid ever built. He also explores a hidden Roman fortress and discovers a well deep in the rock below the Arabic citadel of Saladin. This episode airs at 9 p.m. Monday, September 2 on WEDQ.
Istanbul (Part 3 of 3)
Historian Darius Arya takes us on an extraordinary journey through the treasures of Istanbul, Turkey. But with many of its secrets concealed or underground, he turns to the latest 3D imaging technology to see the city as no human eye ever could. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Monday, September 2 on WEDQ
NOVA
The Planets: Jupiter Jupiter’s massive gravitational force has made it both a wrecking ball and a protector of Earth. This episode airs at 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 4 on WEDU
Part 1 of 6
Einstein’s Quantum Riddle Quantum entanglement is poised to revolutionize technology from networks to code breaking–but first we need to know it’s real. Join physicists as they capture light from across the universe in a bid to prove Einstein’s “spooky action at a distance.” This episode airs at 9 p.m. Wednesday, September 25 on WEDU and repeats at 8 p.m. Sunday, September 29 on WEDQ.
SECRETS OF THE DEAD Jurassic Fortunes
Discover the world of dinosaur collecting, a controversial hobby with a booming market. Hear perspectives on the fossil trade from private collectors, paleontologists, and others, as “Big John”—the largest Triceratops fossil ever found—is assembled and auctioned. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Wednesday, September 25 on WEDU and repeats at 9 p.m. Sunday, September 29 on WEDQ.
LION: THE RISE AND FALL OF THE MARSH PRIDE
LIFE AT THE WATERHOLE
Part 1 of 3
Meet the first animal visitors to a new manmade waterhole in the African savannah. Using state-of-the-art cameras, scientists watch as warthogs and elephants discover the new oasis. But things become dangerous when leopards and lions close in. This episode airs at 9 p.m. Sunday, September 22 on WEDQ
Part 2 of 3
Discover how hotter weather impacts the animals, as the waterhole becomes busier in the evening cool. Nocturnal activity brings a new predator out of the shadows: hyena, creatures so elusive it’s hard to know the size of the clan. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Sunday, September 22 on WEDQ.
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Explore the story of the Marsh pride of lions as it battles for survival in Kenya’s Maasai Mara Reserve. In a world where lions and humans are increasingly at odds, the film charts the rise and fall of the pride. Featuring archival footage and testimony from those who have filmed the pride and lived alongside it, Lion is a powerful tale of shifting loyalties, complex family dynamics and more. This program airs at 10 p.m. Wednesday, September 18 on WEDU
The Big Cats 24/7 team begins a six-month expedition following lions, leopards and cheetahs in the Okavango Delta. A huge wildfire threatens the big cats and the team. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Wednesday, September 18 on WEDU and repeats at 7 p.m. Sunday, September 22 on WEDQ
Part 2 of 6
The team follows lions, leopards, and cheetahs after a massive wildfire. Witness the dominant male lions fight intruders while leopards and cheetahs struggle to secure their next meal. This episode airs at 9 p.m. Wednesday, September 18 on WEDU and repeats at 8 p.m. Sunday, September 22 on WEDQ.
Part 3 of 6
A fight with intruders leaves the lion pride males injured and the mothers with cubs vulnerable to attack. Xudum, the female leopard, takes risks to find a mate. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Wednesday, September 25 on WEDU and repeats at 7 p.m. Sunday, September 29 on WEDQ
Learn how rain transforms the area into a lush grazing pasture, creating an abundance of food. Moderate weather makes it harder for predators, as prey can migrate further. With plenty of food available, mating and birthing seasons have arrived. This episode airs at 11 p.m. Sunday, September 22 on WEDQ
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THE ART OF SOUND:
“The Art of Sound” documents the conception and construction of the most technologically advanced bell tower in the world, which now soars 105 feet skyward on the University of Tampa campus and thrills the community with its unique beauty and harmony.
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HISTORY & CULTURE
KEN BURNS: ONE NATION, MANY STORIES
Explore the acclaimed filmmaker’s more recent work in new interviews with Burns and his colleagues. Featuring excerpts from Country Music, Muhammad Ali, Benjamin Franklin, The U.S. and the Holocaust, The American Buffalo, The Vietnam War and others. This program airs at 8 p.m. Tuesday, September on WEDU and repeats at 7 p.m. Saturday, September 7 on WEDQ
KEN
BURNS’ THE CIVIL WAR
Between 1861 and 1865, Americans made war on each other and killed each other in great numbers if only to become the kind of country that could no longer conceive of how that was possible. What began as a bitter dispute over Union and States’ Rights, ended as a struggle over the meaning of freedom in America. This program airs at 9 p.m. Saturday, September 7 on WEDQ
JULIUS CAESAR: THE MAKING OF A DICTATOR
High Priest (Part 1 of 3) Caesar enters into dangerous alliances and bends the rules of the Republic in his bid to become Consul: the highest political position in Rome. But one man, Cato, is hellbent on bringing him down. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Monday, September 9 on WEDQ
AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN CELEBRATES 25 YEARS
Dive into a one-hour special highlighting the food, science, kitchen ingenuity, and fun that have made America’s Test Kitchen a fan favorite. This program airs at 10 p.m. Monday, September 16 on WEDU
DEADLOCK
Americans seem to have forgotten how to have a public dialog about challenging topics without it devolving into acrimony and shouting, without it defaulting into a simple “yes” versus “no,” right versus wrong framework. A deadlock. But research shows that audiences are exhausted by the win–lose model. They want discussions that work toward common ground in finding real world solutions. Deadlock offers an alternative to that. This program airs at 9 p.m. Friday, September 20 on WEDU
Veni Vidi Vici (Part 2 of 3)
Events beyond Caesar’s control threaten to unravel his plans, and leave him isolated. Pushed into a corner, he makes a decision that will change the course of the Republic—and western history—forever. This episode airs at 9 p.m. Monday, September 9 on WEDQ
Ides of March (Part 3 of 3)
As Caesar takes control of Rome and consolidates his grip over the Republic, his ambition turns to tyranny. A handful of senators plot to end his rule in the only way they can: by taking his life. But will it be enough to save the Republic? This episode airs at 10 p.m. Monday, September 2 on WEDQ.
CROSSROADS: A CONVERSATION WITH AMERICA
At a time of heightened partisanship, declining trust in institutions, increased political violence, and rapid social change, Judy Woodruff set out to explore the forces driving Americans apart, and to ask people from all walks of life and political persuasions what might be done to reverse these worrying trends. Now, as the 2024 presidential election approaches, Judy sits down with big thinkers and an audience of regular people to explain what we’ve learned about America’s divisions, what we’re still grasping to better understand, and what might be done to move forward. This program airs at 9 p.m. Monday, September 23 on WEDU and repeats at 7 p.m. Saturday, September 28 on WEDQ.
POV
Who’s
Afraid of Nathan Law?
At 21, he was a leader of Hong Kong’s Umbrella Revolution. By 23, he became Hong Kong’s youngest elected lawmaker. At 26, he was Most Wanted under the National Security Law. Follow the city’s most famous dissident to uncover what happens when an authoritarian power goes unchecked. This program airs at 10 p.m. Monday, September 23 on WEDU and repeats at 11 p.m. Sunday, September 29 on WEDQ
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FRONTLINE
The Choice 2024
As American voters face an unprecedented presidential election, Frontline is producing a deep and unflinching examination of the candidates in the newest installment of its landmark series, The Choice. Drawing on extensive interviews with those who know them best, The Choice 2024 will investigate the life experiences, the decisions, and the times that forged the candidates—and shaped how they could lead the country over the next four years. This program airs at 9 p.m. Tuesday, September 24 on WEDU.
INDEPENDENT LENS
One Person, One Vote?
At a time when many Americans question democratic institutions, One Person, One Vote? unveils the complexities of the Electoral College, the uniquely American and often misunderstood mechanism for electing a president. The documentary follows four presidential electors representing different parties in Colorado during the intense 2020 election. This program airs at 10 p.m. Monday, September 30 on WEDU.
NEVER DROP THE BALL
Embark on an extraordinary journey to show how Black baseball players built a brand of baseball out of segregation into a worldwide pastime. Their unwavering love for the game led them to form leagues of their own. captivating audiences with their dynamic playstyle and teamwork in the United States and internationally. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Monday, September 30 on WEDQ
NEVER DROP THE BALL
CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERITAGE
37TH ANNUAL HISPANIC HERITAGE AWARDS
The 37th Annual Hispanic Heritage Awards (HHAs), held at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts’ Opera House and supported by 40 national Hispanic-serving institutions, were established by The White House in 1988 to commemorate the creation of Hispanic Heritage Month in America, which is why they are often known as “America’s Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration.” This program airs at 10 p.m. Friday, September 27 on WEDU
AMERICAN MASTERS
A Song for Cesar
Trace the life and legacy of labor activist Cesar Chavez. Through interviews with Maya Angelou, Joan Baez, Carlos Santana and more, see how music and the arts were instrumental to the success of the social movement Chavez helped found, which mobilized thousands of farmworkers across the U.S. This program airs at 8 p.m. Monday, September 16 on WEDQ.
SINGING OUR WAY TO FREEDOM
Explore the life and music of Ramon “Chunky” Sanchez, from his humble beginnings as a farmworker in Blythe, California to the dramatic moment when he received one of our nation’s highest musical honors at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. Chunky’s arc of transformation from marginalized farm kid to charismatic social activist shows how one person can mobilize people to change the world. This program airs at 9:30 p.m. Monday, September 16 on WEDQ and repeats at 11 p.m. Friday, September 27 on WEDU
SOUNDWAVES AT THE BANDSHELL
The legendary Miami Beach Bandshell stage welcomes unique and captivating acts from the South Florida music scene. This program airs at 10:30 p.m. Monday, September 16 on WEDQ and repeats at 11:30 p.m. Monday, September 30 on WEDU
GREAT PERFORMANCES AT THE MET
Florencia en el Amazonas
Julia Alvarez: A Life Reimagined
Explore the story of Dominican-American poet and novelist Julia Alvarez, who burst onto the literary scene and blazed a trail for a generation of Latino authors. This program airs at 9 p.m. Tuesday, September 17 on WEDU and repeats at 7 p.m. Saturday, September 21 on WEDQ
José Clemente Orozco: Man of Fire
The life of Mexican muralist José Clemente Orozco (1883-1949), a life filled with drama, adversity and triumph, is one of the great stories of the modern era. Despite poverty, childhood rheumatic fever that damaged his heart and an explosion in his youth that cost him his left hand, Orozco persisted in his wish to become an artist. This program airs at 11 p.m. Tuesday, September 17 on WEDU and repeats at 11 p.m. Saturday, September 21 on WEDQ
Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go for It
Discover how Moreno defied her humble upbringing and racism to become one of a select group of Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award winners. Explore her 70-year career with new interviews, clips of her iconic roles and scenes of the star on set today. This program airs at 10 p.m. Friday, September 20 on WEDU and repeats at 8 p.m. Monday, September 23 on WEDQ.
VOCES AMERICAN HISTORIA: THE UNTOLD STORY OF LATINOS
Echoes of Empires (Part 1 of 3)
Join host John Leguizamo as he examines the accomplishments and rise of the Great Empires and civilizations in Mexico, South America and the Caribbean, from the Taino to the Olmec, Inca, Maya, Aztec, and more. Despite the fact that they were ultimately decimated by the conquistadors, these societies had an enduring influence on culture, agriculture, and the sciences. Instead of focusing on the “discovery” of a new world, the episode tells the story of the fall of the great civilizations that were already here before Columbus landed, while also challenging the cultural narrative around our understanding of these great empires and what truly led to their destruction. This episode airs at 9 p.m. Friday, September 27 on WEDU
Inspired by the magical realism of Gabriel García Márquez, Mexican composer Daniel Catán’s 1996 opera tells the story of an opera diva who returns to her native South America to perform at the legendary opera house of Manaus—and to search for her lost lover, who has vanished into the jungle. Starring soprano Ailyn Pérez, Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts Mary Zimmerman’s new production. This program airs at 9 p.m. Friday, September 20 on WEDQ
FINDING YOUR ROOTS
Season 8
Mexican Roots (#805)
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the deep Mexican roots of talk show host Mario Lopez and comedian Melissa Villaseñor, uncovering ancestors stretching back to the 1500s. Weaving together stories of migratory farmers, Spanish Conquistadors and Native Americans, Gates conjures up personal histories of diverse, sometimes conflicting, elements. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Tuesday, September 24 on WEDU
AMERICAN EXPERIENCE
Roberto Clemente
Take an in-depth look at an exceptional baseball player and committed humanitarian who challenged racial discrimination to become baseball’s first Latino superstar. Featuring interviews with Pulitzer Prize–winning authors David Maraniss and George F. Will, Clemente’s wife Vera, Baseball Hall of Famer Orlando Cepeda, and former teammates, the documentary presents an intimate and revealing portrait of a man whose passion and grace made him a legend. This program airs at 8 p.m. Monday, September 30 on WEDQ
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ORIGINALS
GREATER SARASOTA
GREATER ST. PETERSBURG
GREATER YBOR CITY
LAST TO ASK: FIRST RESPONDERS
RISE OF THE RAYS: A DEVIL OF A STORY
THE SARASOTA EXPERIENCE
DRAMA
HOTEL PORTOFINO
Season 3
Masquerades (Part 6 of 6)
During Claudine’s perfume launch, Bella fights to get the business grant she needs. As Lucian and Constance get ready to run away, Cecil’s plan to kill Danioni fails, but a shocking move by Virat brings havoc. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Sunday, September 1 on WEDU and repeats at 8 p.m. Wednesday, September 4 on WEDQ.
SHERLOCK ON MASTERPIECE: THE ABOMINABLE BRIDE
Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson return in the acclaimed modern retelling of Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic stories. But now our heroes find themselves in 1890s London. Beloved characters Mary Morstan, Inspector Lestrade, and Mrs. Hudson also turn up at 221b Baker Street. This program airs at 9:30 p.m. Sunday, September 1 on WEDU and repeats at 9 p.m. Friday, September 6 on WEDQ
CALL THE MIDWIFE
Season 10
Part 5 of 8
MIDSOMER MURDERS
Season 2
Death’s Shadow (#201/202)
Simon Fletcher, arrives in the village of Badgers Drift, his head filled with disturbing childhood memories. Soon after being diagnosed with a brain tumor, a property developer in the village is savagely murdered with an Indian sword belonging to a vicar. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Tuesday, September 3 on WEDQ.
Strangler’s Wood (#203/204)
With Sister Hilda away on a refresher course, Sister Julienne steps in to carry out home visits. The new Pupil Midwives settle in. An overly protective mother struggles to cope with her daughter’s teenage pregnancy and frustrates Pupil Midwife Nancy. This episode airs at 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 3 on WEDQ
Part 6 of 8
Trixie speaks out on behalf of a patient, with mixed reactions. Dr. Turner and Sister Frances help a mother-to-be who refuses medical care. Nancy reveals a secret that could threaten her relationship with Nonnatus House. This episode airs at 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 10 on WEDQ.
Part 7 of 8
In the season finale, Nonnatus House struggles to come to terms with Nancy’s revelation. Poplar’s housing crisis worsens, leaving the Nonnatus team vowing to fight for change. The birth of a very special baby leads many people to count their blessings. This episode airs at 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 17 on WEDQ
Part 8 of 8
Take a celebratory look back at 10 years of Call the Midwife in this compilation full of births, deaths, love stories, faith and family. Go behind the scenes at Nonnatus House for interviews with the cast and crew in this thank you to the fans. This episode airs at 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 24 on WEDQ
DCI Tom Barnaby and Sgt. Gavin Troy investigate the murder of a Brazilian woman found strangled in the woods with a necktie. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Tuesday, September 10 on WEDQ.
Beyond the Grave (#205/206)
The slashing of a 17th-century painting in Aspern Tallow Museum appears to herald the start of a series of ghostly manifestations by the ghost of Jonathan Lowrie. Cully’s boyfriend Nico has just been given a part in a soap opera as a Detective Sergeant, and asks DCI Barnaby if he can shadow DS Troy to research the role. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Tuesday, September 17 on WEDQ
Blood Will Out (#207/208)
When an unpleasant and unpopular local magistrate, Hector Bridges, is found shot dead in his house, investigations uncover that his wife was once married to one of their neighbors, Will Saxby, and more secrets are unraveled. Things are further complicated by the presence of a group of travelers on the village common, who proceed to hold a horse race. This episode airs at 9 p.m. Saturday, September 21 on WEDU and repeats at 8 p.m. Tuesday, September 24 on WEDQ.
Season 3
Dead Man’s Eleven (#301/302)
DCI Barnaby’s plans to move to Fletcher’s Cross are disrupted when a landowner’s wife is bludgeoned to death with a cricket bat while out walking her dog. The bat belongs to the landowner’s son, but has no finger-
prints on it. Barnaby and Detective Sergeant Troy gradually find themselves caught up in a succession of sinister murders. This episode airs at 9 p.m. Saturday, September 28 on WEDU
COBRA
Season 3
Part 5 of 6
Following the news of the stolen weapon, a so-called “smart mortar,” an emergency COBRA is assembled.
The perpetrators are revealed to be a group of disgruntled exsoldiers, led by Dan Goddard, who is stricken by the death of his daughter Polly and traumatized by war crimes he witnessed in the Peninsula while undertaking mercenary work for the Shirasian regime. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Tuesday, September 3 on WEDQ.
Part 6 of 6
Goddard makes one final demand: Sutherland resigns, or the Damocles weapon will be fired. Gerald Kendrick fears that Sutherland is a white-hot threat to their business— and with Victoria, agrees the PM is a problem that needs to be contained. Meanwhile, Francine and Ellie reach out to Sutherland with information about Nate. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Tuesday, September 10 on WEDQ and repeats at 11 p.m. Sunday, September 15 on WEDU
MISS FISHER’S MURDER MYSTERIES
Season 1
Blood and Circuses
(Part 11 of 13)
The carnival is in town. Fun turns to horror when one of the sideshow acts is murdered. Phryne poses as the magician’s assistant, Fern, to investigate. This episode airs at 7 p.m. Wednesday, September 4 on WEDQ.
Murder in the Dark (Part 12 of 13)
Phryne’s cousins and Aunt Prudence’s entire household come under suspicion when a young girl is found drowned in her aunt’s fountain on the eve of a lavish
fancy dress party. This episode airs at 7 p.m. Wednesday, September 11 on WEDQ
King Memses’ Curse (Part 13 of 13)
Murdoch Foyle is at large and has been connected with the mysterious death of Albert Monkton, an antiques dealer. In investigating the murder, Phryne discovers Foyle’s involvement in a bizarre reincarnation cult inspired by Ancient Egypt. This episode airs at 7 p.m. Wednesday, September 18 on WEDQ.
Season 2
Murder Most Scandalous (Part 1 of 13)
When Jack’s ex father-in-law is implicated in the brutal murder of a prostitute, Jack is determined to clear his name. Despite strict instructions from Jack not to meddle in his case, Phryne goes undercover at the gentleman’s club of the notorious Madame Lyon. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Thursday, September 19 on WEDU and repeats at 7 p.m. Wednesday, September 25 on WEDQ
Death Comes Knocking (Part 2 of 13) Phryne plays host to ghostly soldiers and exotic spiritualists. Aunt Prudence is swept up in the new spiritualist fad and enlists the famed Mrs. Bolkonsky to contact her dead godson, Lieutenant-Colonel Roland Claremont. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Thursday, September 26 on WEDU
ALL CREATURES
GREAT & SMALL: A SEASON 4 CHANGE
Go behind the scenes of Season 4 of this charming MASTERPIECE series based on James Herriot’s beloved books. Interviews with the cast and creators discuss how war intrudes on daily life and impacts everyone in unexpected ways. This program airs at 8:30 p.m. Sunday, September 8 on WEDU and repeats at 8 p.m. Wednesday, September 11 on WEDQ.
RIDLEY
Season 2
A Sleeping Tiger, Pt. I (Episode 1 of 8)
A Sleeping Tiger, Pt. II (Episode 2 of 8)
Ridley and Carol are close to cracking the murder of a local man. Their leads unveils connections to a stud farm, a drug dealer, and a wealthy businessman. The missing piece is held by an unlikely person with a closely guarded secret. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Sunday, September 22 on WEDU and repeats at 8 p.m. Wednesday, September 25 on WEDQ.
The Hollow Tree, Pt. I (Episode 3 of 8)
When a decomposed body is discovered deep in the woods, Ridley unearths a connection to a cold case. Ridley brings disgraced ex-copper Jean Dixon back to investigate. Jean’s personal life with new boyfriend Ross soon becomes compromised. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Sunday, September 29 on WEDU
MOONFLOWER MURDERS ON MASTERPIECE
Part 1 of 6 (SERIES PREMIERE)
Susan is living in Crete, when a couple asks her for help finding their missing daughter, Cecily. They believe her disappearance is connected to a murder that happened at their hotel and an Alan Conway novel that was inspired by the case. This episode airs at 9 p.m. Sunday, September 15 on and repeats at 9 p.m. Wednesday, September 18 on WEDQ.
Part 2 of 6
At the Treherne’s hotel, Susan meets Cecily’s sister and husband and learns more about the hotel’s former employee found guilty in the murder of Frank Parris. In Conway’s novel, Pünd investigates Melissa James’ murder and learns about possible suspects. This episode airs at 9 p.m. Sunday, September 22 on WEDU and repeats at 9 p.m. Wednesday, September 25 on WEDQ.
Part 3 of 6
In London, Susan investigates what Alan Conway knew about the Frank Parris murder, but DS Locke warns her to stay away from the case. In Conway’s novel, a Ponzi scheme and an affair are possible motives for the murder of Melissa James. This episode airs at 9 p.m. Sunday, September 29 on WEDU
VAN DER VALK ON MASTERPIECE Season
4
Safe In Amsterdam, Pt. I (Episode 1 of 6)
After a whistleblower is murdered, the team must ensure the second whistleblower testifies to take down a criminal empire. Van der Valk is conflicted when he discovers the protection officer is a former flame. This episode airs at 10 p.m. Sunday, September 15 on WEDU and repeats at 10 p.m. Wednesday, September 18 on WEDQ.
Safe In Amsterdam, Pt. II (Episode 2 of 6)The investigation continues after a whistleblower is murdered. The team is offered the chance to work with the head of the criminal empire to find the killer. Will Van der Valk take the opportunity or go it alone? This episode airs at 10 p.m. Sunday, September 22 on WEDU and repeats at 10 p.m. Wednesday, September 25 on WEDQ
SISI: AUSTRIAN EMPRESS
Presented in German with English subtitles. Part 1 of 6
Sisi’s sister Nene is to marry Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria. Sisi reluctantly travels to Bad Ischl for the engagement, but things do not go to plan. This episode airs at 11 p.m. Sunday, September 22 on WEDU
Part 2 of 6
The engagement to Franz completely changes Sisi’s life. As she prepares for life at court, Sisi finds an unusual friend and close confidant. This episode airs at 11 p.m. Sunday, September 29 on WEDU
Ridley investigates a jewelry heist that turns into a murder case, working with an undercover source whose cover soon risks being compromised. Ridley checks out the manager of the jewelry company, thinking it could’ve been an inside job. This episode airs at 8 p.m. Sunday, September 15 on WEDU and repeats at 8 p.m. Wednesday, September 18 on WEDQ.
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Kids Programming
MORNINGS MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
6:00AM ARTHUR
6:30AM ODD SQUAD
7:00AM MOLLY OF DENALI
7:30AM ALMA'S WAY
8:00AM LYLA IN THE LOOP
8:30AM WILD KRATTS
9:00AM DANIEL TIGER'S NEIGHBORHOOD
9:30AM ROSIE'S RULES
10:00AM SESAME STREET
10:30AM WORK IT OUT WOMBATS!
11:00AM DONKEY HODIE
11:30AM PINKALICIOUS & PETERRIFIC
AFTERNOONS MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
12:00PM ELINOR WONDERS WHY
12:30PM NATURE CAT
1:00PM CURIOUS GEORGE
1:30PM XAVIER RIDDLE AND THE SECRET MUSEUM
MORNINGS SATURDAY
6:00AM MISTER ROGERS’ NEIGHBORHOOD 6:30AM ARTHUR
MORNINGS SUNDAY ON WEDQ
6:00AM MISTER ROGERS' NEIGHBORHOOD
6:30AM ARTHUR
7:00AM MOLLY OF DENALI
7:30AM ALMA'S WAY
8:00AM LYLA IN THE LOOP
8:30AM WILD KRATTS
9:00AM DANIEL TIGER'S NEIGHBORHOOD
9:30AM ROSIE'S RULES
10:00AM SESAME STREET
10:30AM WORK IT OUT WOMBATS!
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