Today we are sharing some programming and streaming announcements, as we focus on race in America following the murder of George Floyd and the ensuing protests. to.pbs.org/3duurJh
“The Talk – Race in America”
This program shows how families of color attempt to protect their children with “The Talk” — about what to do and how to behave if they are stopped by police. Tune in or stream on Thu, June 4 at 9/8c. to.pbs.org/2Xsd1Hv
This program shows how families of color attempt to protect their children with “The Talk” — about what to do and how to behave if they are stopped by police. Tune in or stream on Thu, June 4 at 9/8c. to.pbs.org/2Xsd1Hv
“Race Matters: America in Crisis: A PBS NewsHour Special”
This new @NewsHour program will be anchored by @JudyWoodruff with contributions from correspondents @Yamiche Alcindor, Amna Nawaz (@IAmAnmaNawaz) and Charlayne Hunter-Gault (@CharlayneHG). Tune in Fri, June 5 at 9/8c.
This new @NewsHour program will be anchored by @JudyWoodruff with contributions from correspondents @Yamiche Alcindor, Amna Nawaz (@IAmAnmaNawaz) and Charlayne Hunter-Gault (@CharlayneHG). Tune in Fri, June 5 at 9/8c.
“Policing the Police” from @frontlinepbs
This program examines allegations of abuses within the Newark Police Department and the challenge of fixing its broken relationship with the community. Tune in Fri, June 5 at 9/8c or stream now. to.pbs.org/2XpcOVI
This program examines allegations of abuses within the Newark Police Department and the challenge of fixing its broken relationship with the community. Tune in Fri, June 5 at 9/8c or stream now. to.pbs.org/2XpcOVI
“Twilight: Los Angeles” from @GPerfPBS
Anna Deavere Smith’s powerful one-woman theater piece gives a riveting account of the 1991 Rodney King beating, the violent aftermath of the 1992 verdict and the lasting impact of the LA riots. Tune in or stream Mon, June 8 at 10/9c.
Anna Deavere Smith’s powerful one-woman theater piece gives a riveting account of the 1991 Rodney King beating, the violent aftermath of the 1992 verdict and the lasting impact of the LA riots. Tune in or stream Mon, June 8 at 10/9c.
“America in Black and Blue 2020”
This special report from across the country includes interviews with key leaders and participants in the struggle for racial justice, accountability and equity, as well as voices from law enforcement. Tune in or stream Mon, June 15 at 9/8c.
This special report from across the country includes interviews with key leaders and participants in the struggle for racial justice, accountability and equity, as well as voices from law enforcement. Tune in or stream Mon, June 15 at 9/8c.
Additionally, we are making a number of programs available to local PBS stations for rebroadcast and streaming on the PBS Video app. (Links to come soon.) Those include:
From @HenryLouisGates:
“The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross”
“Reconstruction: America After the Civil War”
“Black America Since MLK: And Still I Rise”
“The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross”
“Reconstruction: America After the Civil War”
“Black America Since MLK: And Still I Rise”
From @StanleyNelson1:
“The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution”
“The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution”
From @IndependentLens:
“Charm City”
“Always in Season”
“The First Rainbow Coalition”
“I Am Not Your Negro”
“Charm City”
“Always in Season”
“The First Rainbow Coalition”
“I Am Not Your Negro”
“John Lewis: Get in the Way”
“Whose Streets?” from @POVdocs
“Whose Streets?” from @POVdocs
We encourage Americans to share their stories about race and current events with @PortraitPBS, as part of our #AmericanPortraitPBS initiative. pbs.org/americanportra…
@PBSKIDS will offer families resources to discuss race, racism, civil rights, current events and more with young children, including a virtual event on YouTube on Tue, June 9 at 3:30/4:30c. youtube.com/pbskids
@pbsteachers will offer materials to help educators talk with students about race in America and current events, including classroom-ready resources aligned to state and national standards. pbslearningmedia.org
@PBSDS will curate a themed playlist featuring wide-ranging content from some of its most popular series and creators. youtube.com/user/pbsdigita…
Follow @NewsHour for ongoing news and commentary coverage from Washington and across America.
We will continue to add to this thread with additional programs, initiatives and resources that can help all Americans.
