This eight-part series reveals the humanity, the twists of fate and the surprising mistakes behind 16 of the most compelling and tumultuous presidential campaigns in modern history. Revisit the past 50 years of presidential election history to see how previous campaigns are still influencing politics in unexpected ways.
Tuesdays, September 13-November 1, at 8:00 p.m.
The series described by Variety as “picturesque, wonderfully soapy and set against a rich historical backdrop” returns for a second season. It’s 1935 in Simla—an Indian retreat for British colonials set in the Himalayas.
Sundays at 10:00 p.m.
The forces of nature have kept Earth on the move since it was formed billions of years ago. Though we can’t feel the motion, we experience the consequences – from tidal bores surging through the Amazon rainforest to the ruinous power of hurricanes.
Wednesdays, September 14-October 5, at 8:00 p.m.
Returning for its third season, this weekly preview show chronicles the Nittany Lions’ journey throughout the 2016 football season.
Fridays at 9:00 p.m., rebroadcast Saturdays, at 11:00 a.m.
Go behind the headlines generated by Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump, two of the most polarizing candidates in modern history, to investigate what has shaped them, where they came from, how they lead and why they want to be president.
Tuesday, September 27, at 9:00 p.m.
Otzi the Iceman is Europe’s oldest known natural mummy. This extraordinary body has been locked away, out of reach, in a frozen crypt – until now. New revelations about Otzi’s life and legacy come to light, including surprising secrets hidden in his genetic code.
Wednesday, September 28, at 9:00 p.m.
Against the breathtaking backdrop of 18th century Cornwall, Aidan Turner (Poldark), Eleanor Tomlinson (Demelza) and Heida Reed (Elizabeth) return as the complicated love triangle in a new season of the popular romantic saga, based on the novels by Winston Graham.
Sundays at 9:00 p.m.
Semyon Bychkov conducts the Vienna Philharmonic at Austria’s Imperial Schönbrunn Palace. The mostly French program includes works by Bizet, Poulenc, Ravel, Offenbach and Johann Strauss II. With French piano duo Katia and Marielle Labèque.
Friday, September 30, at 10:00 p.m.
Join the country’s highest tribute to Latinos by Latinos. The program includes performances and appearances by celebrated Hispanic artists. Honorees include Sonia Sotomayor, Junot Díaz, Angelica Maria, J Balvin and more.
Friday, September 30, at 11:00 p.m.
Volunteer storytellers from the Penns Valley area stories about The Grange, Old Gregg School, farms, monuments, artifacts, art, divining for graves, and so much more. Find out what makes Penns Valley a GREAT place to live. Continue »
President Barron explores how Penn State researches are using crowdsourcing and mobile technology to protect the world’s food supply. Continue »
Volunteer storytellers from Cresson share stories about a love for singing, their schools and libraries, reading and sports programs, ambulance and fire departments, and the joys of train watching. Continue »
With summer just around the corner, so are the chores and checklists for home gardeners. Penn State Extension specialists, John Esslinger and Tom Butzler, join us to share their tips for a successful and enjoyable growing season. Continue »
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