Black History Month:
“The Risk of Giving Birth” — Sundays at 7 p.m. starting Feb. 2
“The Risk of Giving Birth” is a locally-focused three-part series examining the maternal health crisis in the U.S. The series comprises personal stories and interviews with medical professionals, politicians, and community activists to shed light on Rhode Island’s efforts to improve outcomes, the impact of structural racism on Black mothers, and the alarming rise in complications for Latina mothers.
“Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom” — Feb. 12 at 1 p.m. and Feb. 14 at 10 p.m.
Go beyond the legend and meet the inspiring woman who repeatedly risked her own life and freedom to liberate others from slavery. Born 200 years ago in Maryland, Harriet Tubman was a conductor of the Underground Railroad, a Civil War scout, nurse and spy, and one of the greatest freedom fighters in our nation’s history.
“Pullman and the Railroad Rebellion: American Stories” — Feb. 14 at 1 p.m.
In 1864, the powerful industrialist and engineer George Pullman brought luxury to overnight train travel with his revolutionary sleeping cars. Passengers aboard these rail cars were served by former slaves who became known as Pullman Porters and Maids. Pullman soon established a company town for employees on Chicago’s South Side, giving him complete autonomy over every aspect of their lives. “Pullman and the Railroad Rebellion: American Stories” recounts the bloody rebellion that followed as Pullman’s workers fought for their independence.
“Finding Edna Lewis” — Feb. 18 at 1 p.m.
From Freetown, Virginia, to New York City, Edna Lewis carved a remarkable path. She introduced many Americans to seasonal cooking, Southern cooking — the cooking of the Black community in rural Virginia that raised her. Yet despite a life that included fame and acclaim, she is not a household name. In “Finding Edna Lewis,” Deb Freeman travels to the places where Miss Lewis made her mark.
“Prince Among Slaves” — Feb. 24 at 3 p.m.
This program tells the forgotten true story of an African prince who was enslaved in Mississippi for 40 years before finally achieving freedom and becoming one of the most famous men in America.
“Denzel Washington: American Paradox” — Feb. 28 at 3 p.m.
Throughout a 30-year-career spanning more than 50 film roles, two-time Oscar winner Denzel Washington placed the figure of the Black man in all its complexity at the heart of American paradoxes in drama: from a Black activist and rebel soldier to a gangster torn between violence and charity. “Denzel Washington: American Paradox is a comprehensive review of Washington’s remarkable career and indelible impact on the film industry.
National and Pledge Programming:
“ACL Presents: Willie Nelson & Family” — Feb. 16 at 11 p.m.
Willie Nelson returns to the Austin City Limits stage alongside family and friends, for a Texas-sized concert to celebrate the 50th anniversary of his pilot taping.
“Creedence Clearwater Revival at the Royal Albert Hall” — Feb. 20 at 8 p.m.
“Creedence Clearwater Revival at the Royal Albert Hall” features previously unseen video and the only concert footage of the group’s original lineup to be released in its entirety. Narrated by actor Jeff Bridges, the concert special features John Fogerty, Tom Fogerty, Doug Clifford and Stu Cook performing such classics as “Fortunate Son,” “Proud Mary,” “Bad Moon Rising,” “Born on the Bayou” and more.
“Underdogs” — Feb. 24 at 2:30 p.m.
“Underdogs” follows three minimum-security prisoners as they care for and train homeless dogs with behavioral issues that have made them, until now, unadoptable. Through positive reinforcement training, a method that uses clear and consistent communication, the lives of both the inmates and the dogs are changed.
“Chic Featuring Nile Rodgers Jazz a Vienne” — Feb. 25 at 1 p.m.
“Chic Featuring Nile Rodgers Jazz a Vienne” showcases Chic and Nile Rodgers at the Jazz a Vienne music festival in France. Together they perform a selection of Nile Rodgers-produced songs made famous by Diana Ross, David Bowie, Madonna, Duran Duran and Sister Sledge, plus a few of their own hits such as “Everybody Dance,” “Le Freak” and “Good Times.” Additional songs include “I’m Coming Out/Upside Down,” “Like a Virgin,” “Let’s Dance,” “Original Sin,” “Notorious” and “We Are Family.”
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