Episodes
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The Incomparable Mr. Buckley
S38 E3 - 1h 40m
Discover the intellectual evolution and political legacy of William F. Buckley, Jr. See how the author and commentator, one of the foremost public intellectuals in American history, galvanized the modern conservative movement.
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Moynihan
S38 E2 - 1h 43m
Discover the life and legacy of former U.S. Senator and diplomat Daniel Patrick Moynihan. Going beyond the “Moynihan Report,” President Joe Biden, Ta-Nehisi Coates and others reflect on his decades-long fight to end national poverty.
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HOPPER: An American love story
S38 E1 - 53m 3s
Discover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works. Known for “Nighthawks” and other evocative paintings of American life, Hopper has left a lasting impression on our culture. Meet the man behind the brush, and see how his marriage to fellow artist Josephine Nivison Hopper shaped his art and career.
Extras + Features
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The Incomparable Mr. Buckley
S38 E3 - 2m 31s
Discover the intellectual evolution and political legacy of William F. Buckley, Jr. See how the author and commentator, one of the foremost public intellectuals in American history, galvanized the modern conservative movement.
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The Incomparable Mr. Buckley (AD + ASL + OC Trailer)
S38 E3 - 2m 47s
Discover the intellectual evolution and political legacy of William F. Buckley, Jr. See how the author and commentator, one of the foremost public intellectuals in American history, galvanized the modern conservative movement. This version contains audio description, open captions and ASL interpretation.
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Buckley's Yale criticism fueled the conservative movement
S38 E3 - 1m 47s
William F. Buckley, Jr. was tapped to speak at the Alumni Day Speech at Yale University in 1950. However, Yale administration feared his outspoken criticism of the university and asked Buckley to pare back his speech. Buckley refused and later wrote a book about his experiences at the school.
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Exclusive Preview: Who was William F. Buckley, Jr.?
S38 E3 - 10m 12s
Watch the first ten minutes of The Incomparable Mr. Buckley in this sneak preview. Discover how political commentator William F. Buckley, Jr. galvanized the modern conservative movement. The preeminent public intellectual grew up on a sprawling estate in Sharon, Connecticut, where his father's own idea of pedagogy had a lasting impact on his future ideals.
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When William F. Buckley, Jr. ran for mayor of New York City
S38 E3 - 2m 56s
In an effort to drive votes away from "liberal Republican" John Lindsay, William F. Buckley, Jr. ran for mayor of New York City under the Conservative Party. The columnist Pete Hamill said of Buckley at the time, "This is the first person we've ever seen in politics with a genuinely original mind."
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5 Firing Line moments that are still relevant today
S38 E3 - 15m 34s
William F. Buckley, Jr. hosted Firing Line for 33 years. During his tenure as host, he debated a number of influential public figures on topics ranging from comedy to imperialism. This compliation shows Buckley in conversation with five of his most memorable guests on matters that are still important today.
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William F. Buckley, Jr.'s early childhood life
S38 E3 - 3m 4s
William F. Buckley, Jr. grew up in Great Elm, a sprawling estate located in Sharon, Connecticut. At the 114 room home, the Buckley family had tutors on a variety of academic subjects and activities including horseback riding and ballroom dancing. His father, William Francis Buckley, was devoted to his own idea of pedagogy, and acted as a "headmaster of this academy."
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William F. Buckley, Jr.'s relationship with wife Patricia
S38 E3 - 2m 5s
William F. Buckley, Jr. and his wife Patricia had a brazen, but loving relationship. The two "annoyed each other intensely and absolutely adored each other." They held grand parties at their home with many distinguished guests.
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Moynihan
S38 E2 - 2m 49s
Discover the life and legacy of former U.S. Senator and diplomat Daniel Patrick Moynihan. Going beyond the “Moynihan Report,” President Joe Biden, Ta-Nehisi Coates and others reflect on his decades-long fight to end national poverty.
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Moynihan on working with Nixon across party lines
S38 E2 - 2m 23s
Against the advice of his family and friends, Daniel Patrick Moynihan took a job with the Nixon administration as Richard Nixon's domestic advisor. Although Moynihan didn't necessarily agree with all of Nixon's politics, he felt a duty to serve the American public. His impact as domestic advisor was wide-ranging, including creating the Council on Urban Affairs.
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Explaining the "Moynihan Report"
S38 E2 - 6m 3s
In 1965, Daniel Patrick Moynihan released his report on the Black family, titled "The Negro Family: The Case for National Action." Through structural and cultural analysis, the "Moynihan Report," as it was known colloquially, detailed "the deterioration of the fabric of Negro society is the deterioration of the Negro family." The report caused controversy upon its release.
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Daniel Patrick Moynihan on going "beyond the melting pot"
S38 E2 - 2m 40s
In 1963, Daniel Patrick Moynihan and sociologist Nathan Glazer published their book, "Beyond the Melting Pot," which transformed how ethnicity was viewed in America, from a homogenized country to one of jostling ethnic groups.
Schedule
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American Masters
Waterman -- Duke: Ambassador of Aloha
Tuesday
May 28
1 Hour 30 Minutes
The journey and legacy of five-time Olympic medalist Duke Kahanamoku, who broke swimming records and popularized modern-day surfing while overcoming racism. -
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Waterman -- Duke: Ambassador of Aloha
Tuesday
May 28
1 Hour 30 Minutes
The journey and legacy of five-time Olympic medalist Duke Kahanamoku, who broke swimming records and popularized modern-day surfing while overcoming racism. -
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Norman Lear: Just Another Version of You
Thursday
May 30
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Writer/producer Norman Lear's turbulent childhood, early success with sitcoms "All in the Family," "The Jeffersons," "Good Times" and "Maude," and social activism. -
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Joe Papp in Five Acts
Thursday
May 30
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Theatrical producer and director Joe Papp establishes The Public Theater in Manhattan. -
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Ballerina Boys
Saturday
Jun 1
1 Hour
The story of Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, a company of men who dance on pointe as ballerinas. -
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Ailey
Saturday
Jun 1
1 Hour 30 Minutes
The life and career of choreographer Alvin Ailey, whose dances focus on the Black experience, interviews with those close to him and a glimpse into his dance studios. -
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Ballerina Boys
Sunday
Jun 2
1 Hour
The story of Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, a company of men who dance on pointe as ballerinas. -
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American Masters
Ailey
Sunday
Jun 2
1 Hour 30 Minutes
The life and career of choreographer Alvin Ailey, whose dances focus on the Black experience, interviews with those close to him and a glimpse into his dance studios. -
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American Masters
Waterman -- Duke: Ambassador of Aloha
Sunday
Jun 2
1 Hour 30 Minutes
The journey and legacy of five-time Olympic medalist Duke Kahanamoku, who broke swimming records and popularized modern-day surfing while overcoming racism. -
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American Masters
Ailey
Sunday
Jun 2
1 Hour 30 Minutes
The life and career of choreographer Alvin Ailey, whose dances focus on the Black experience, interviews with those close to him and a glimpse into his dance studios. -
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American Masters
Ailey
Sunday
Jun 2
1 Hour 30 Minutes
The life and career of choreographer Alvin Ailey, whose dances focus on the Black experience, interviews with those close to him and a glimpse into his dance studios. -
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American Masters
Ailey
Monday
Jun 3
1 Hour 30 Minutes
The life and career of choreographer Alvin Ailey, whose dances focus on the Black experience, interviews with those close to him and a glimpse into his dance studios. -
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Keith Haring: Street Art Boy
Saturday
Jun 8
1 Hour
Artist Keith Haring blazes a trail through the art scene of 1980s New York and revolutionizes pop culture. -
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Keith Haring: Street Art Boy
Sunday
Jun 9
1 Hour
Artist Keith Haring blazes a trail through the art scene of 1980s New York and revolutionizes pop culture. -
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American Masters
Keith Haring: Street Art Boy
Sunday
Jun 9
1 Hour
Artist Keith Haring blazes a trail through the art scene of 1980s New York and revolutionizes pop culture. -
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American Masters
Ailey
Tuesday
Jun 11
1 Hour 30 Minutes
The life and career of choreographer Alvin Ailey, whose dances focus on the Black experience, interviews with those close to him and a glimpse into his dance studios.
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