🥁 Drumroll, please 🥁 Earlier today, President & CEO @paulakerger took to the #TCA23 stage to announce a few of the incredible programs coming your way in 2023! Here’s what you need to know (thread): Every day is Earth Day for us. 🌎 This year, we’re launching an unprecedented environmental and climate programming initiative that explores impacts on the nation and planet. Programs include the new series "Human Footprint," season 2 of #AmericaOutdoorsPBS, & much more. #TCA23

G'mar tov! Today marks the start of Yom Kippur. We worked with artist Alex Woz to commemorate the day and discuss what the holy day means to them. Here's what they had to say...(THREAD) "For me, Yom Kippur is the time to take stock of my relationship to HaShem (God), and reflect on all of the things that He has done for me. Yom Kippur is the holiest day of the year for Jews. On this day...

It's no surprise that #NationalTacoDay falls on Taco Tuesday, and we're always ready to celebrate. Here's a 🧵 of our favorite taco recipes. First on the list? Great American Recipe winner Silvia Martinez's Tri-Tip Tacos. These tacos include a triangular cut of beef seasoned with a dry rub, grilled over oak wood, and served in slices with salsa, green salad, and beans. Find the recipe here: to.pbs.org/3SSaW1x

Happy #IndigenousPeoplesDay! Today we encourage you to take a look at some of the histories and cultures of Native American communities. ⤵️ (1/6) Trace Monique Verdin’s quest to find a place in her Native American community as it suffers from decades of environmental degradation. (From @americareframed) (2/6) pbs.org/video/america-…

"Film and television have the ability to increase empathy by giving people the opportunity to relate to a life experience that they don’t know much about." -Dominique Nieves

#HispanicHeritageMonth Dominique Nieves shows style and substance in “Our Lady Lupe,” the short film she made as part of #LatinoExperiencePBS. #HispanicHeritageMonth

"We’re in a place now where we need to put fear aside and really celebrate the beauty of variety." -Carlos Santana

#HispanicHeritageMonth @HHFoundation @SantanaCarlos To describe Carlos Santana as a legend is to be modest. He has been making music that broke boundaries and melded genres for over 50 years. #HispanicHeritageMonth

"In the end... Solo el pueblo salva al pueblo. Only the people save the people. I believe in the power of community and the profound impact of solidarity." -Arleen Cruz-Alicea

#HispanicHeritageMonth Arleen Cruz-Alicea's film, Comida Pa’ Los Pobres, follows a community-led movement to feed hungry families in Puerto Rico and gives audiences another perspective of life on the island. #HispanicHeritageMonth

🧵Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay and here at PBS we firmly believe in speaking openly and honestly about #mentalhealth and mental illness. Here’s some resources to inform and support you or someone you know. (1/7) rewire.org/mental-health-… (From @Rewire_dot_org) Social distancing and isolation during COVID-19 has had a profound impact on those struggling with mental illness. Here's ways to stay safe during these times. (From @Rewire_dot_org) (2/7) rewire.org/suicide-preven…

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