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Discover Hannah Arendt, one of the most fearless political writers of modern times.
Trace the life and music of “Society’s Child” folk icon and LGBTQ+ advocate Janis Ian.
Explore the career of cartoonist Art Spiegelman and his award-winning graphic novel Maus.
Take an intimate look into the life and career of screen and stage icon Liza Minnelli.
Learn about jazz artist Hazel Scott, the first Black American to have their own TV show.
Discover the life of singer Brenda Lee and her musical hits spanning genres and decades.
Explore the story of writer Julia Alvarez, who blazed a trail for a generation of Latino authors.
Explore the story of filmmaker Blake Edwards, known for his comedies like the "Pink Panther" series.
Discover the intellectual evolution and political legacy of William F. Buckley, Jr.
Discover the life and legacy of former U.S. Senator and diplomat Daniel Patrick Moynihan.
Discover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works.
Mexican muralist José Clemente Orozco led a life filled with drama, adversity & triumph.
El artista José Clemente Orozco (1883-1945) encabezó el movimiento muralista en México.
Experience the groundbreaking sounds of bebop pioneer and virtuoso composer Max Roach.
Trace the life and legacy of labor activist Cesar Chavez through music and the arts.
Follow the 50-year career of First Amendment lawyer and legal expert Floyd Abrams.
Experience the political and personal journey of California governor Jerry Brown.
Experience the meteoric rise and enduring legacy of Little Richard.
See the world through the eyes of Nam June Paik, the father of video art.
Follow two performers as they break down barriers in opera and country music.
Join Dr. Anthony Fauci as he reflects on his life and career as a public health advocate.
Discover music icon Roberta Flack’s rise to stardom and triumphs over racism and sexism.
Discover the enduring friendship between legendary comedians Dick Cavett and Groucho Marx.
Explore Nobel Prize winner Saul Bellow's impact on American literature.
See the story of the Indigenous singer-songwriter, social activist, educator and artist.
Explore the life of the legendary singer, songwriter and co-founder of The Beach Boys.
Papp, founder of Free Shakespeare in the Park, believed great art is for all.
Jason Momoa narrates the story of five-time Olympic medalist and surfer Duke Kahanamoku.
Explore the life of the famous singer who became an icon for the civil rights movement.
Revisit the remarkable career and life of an icon who became a human rights pioneer.
Revisit the remarkable career and life of an icon who became a human rights pioneer.
Explore the life and 70-year career of the iconic Latina actor, performer and activist.
Dive into the career of the legendary blues guitarist.
Discover The Trocks. Dancing on pointe shoes, these male ballerinas mix artistry and joy.
Explore the life and work of the legendary neurologist and storyteller.
Explore the life and work of the legendary neurologist and storyteller.
Trace the life and groundbreaking career of the unstoppable musical icon.
Explore choreographer Twyla Tharp’s career and famously rigorous creative process.
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Hannah Arendt came up with the concept of “the banality of evil” during the trial of Adolf Eichmann.
Hannah Arendt was teaching at Berkeley when McCarthyism took hold of the United States.
Trace the life and music of “Society’s Child” folk icon and LGBTQ+ advocate Janis Ian.
Trace the life and music of “Society’s Child” folk icon and LGBTQ+ advocate Janis Ian.
Trace the life and music of “Society’s Child” folk icon and LGBTQ+ advocate Janis Ian.
Follow Danielle Scott as she makes art that explores the wretched pain and beauty of her ancestors.
Musician Tunde Adebimpe on his creative process behind his solo album debut.
Photographer Gioncarlo Valentine documents intimacy as a radical act of self-exploration.
Janis Ian wrote “Some People’s Lives” with songwriter Kye Fleming.
Janis Ian was inspired to write “Society’s Child” after observing an interracial couple on her bus.
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