I’ve mostly been working from home for the past two years and am only now beginning the return to the office full time. As such, I like to see how my colleagues have fared during these trying times. Imagine my delight as saw this familiar face (recognizable in spite of the mask) when I took a quick trip round the building.
What’s happening, what’s on and what’s interesting this week …
Discover the epic story of how people around the world lived through the COVID-19 pandemic. Join FRONTLINE for a special two-night event on THE VIRUS THAT SHOOK THE WORLD – beginning tonight at 9 on PBS NC.
Great news for Shaun Evans fans – ENDEAVOUR series eight has begun filming in Oxford.
It took the world by storm and became an epic PBS hit. Relive the critically-acclaimed, Emmy-winning MASTERPIECE series from the very beginning as DOWNTON ABBEY returns – Saturday at 10pm on PBS NC.
Continue readingWhat’s happening, what’s on and what’s interesting this week …
A Chinese American cop shoots and kills an innocent Black man in the dark stairwell of a Brooklyn housing project. Suddenly, two marginalized communities must navigate an uneven criminal justice system together. Join INDEPENDENT LENS for DOWN A DARK STAIRWELL – tonight at 10 on PBS NC.
Good news Herriot fans! ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL series two is filming!
FRONTLINE investigates the rising threat of far-right violence in America, exposing the individuals and ideologies behind a wave of crimes. Don’t miss AMERICAN INSURRECTION – Tuesday at 10pm on PBS NC.
Continue readingIt would seem that a guy like Oscar the Grouch is the perfect pick for a pandemic PSA. I Mean, the SESAME STREET Muppet has been telling people to “Scram! Go away!” for years and that’s nothing more than an extreme form of social distancing so that’s gravitas. Check out his Wear A Mask public service announcement…
What’s happening, what’s on and what’s interesting this week …
Witness the struggle of child poverty against the backdrop of the pandemic and increasing racial tensions. Tune in as FRONTLINE presents GROWING UP POOR IN AMERICA – Tuesday night at 9 on UNC-TV.
Dame Judi Dench (As Time Goes By) is set to play the grandmother of Kenneth Branagh (Fortunes Of War) in a semi-autobiographical film about the actor/director’s youth in Northern Ireland.
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See how the COVID crisis has impacted vulnerable immigrants and undocumented workers. Tune in as FRONTLINE reveals COVID’S HIDDEN TOLL – Tuesday night at 10 on UNC-TV.
Dame Judi Dench (As Time Goes By) is urging supporters to help an endangered zoo.
Enjoy Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick’s classic musical of two feuding clerks who don’t realize they’re romantic pen pals. Laura Benanti, Zachary Levi, Jane Krakowski and Gavin Creel star in SHE LOVES ME on GREAT PERFORMANCES – Friday at 9pm on UNC-TV. Continue reading
What’s happening, what’s on and what’s interesting this week …
Armed with her trusty Batsford guides, Dame Penelope Keith is back for more travels. Join her as she explores an integral part of Britain’s national character: its stunning coastline. Don’t miss PENELOPE KEITH’S COASTAL VILLAGES – Tuesday night at 8 on the Explorer Channel.
Neil Dudgeon (Midsomer Murders) talks about his initial reticence to take over for John Nettles in the role of DCI on the long-running detective drama. Continue reading
What’s happening, what’s on and what’s interesting this week …
Explore the impact of the fastest-growing racial/ethnic group in the United States. Get a bold, fresh perspective on the history of ASIAN AMERICANS – beginning tonight at 8 on UNC-TV.
Even celebs are affected by the coronavirus. See what Jenna Coleman (Victoria) has been doing during self-isolation. Continue reading
What’s happening, what’s on and what’s interesting this week …
Explore the life and political career of our 43rd president, from his unorthodox road to the White House to the controversial War on Terror. Tune in for a two-part profile of GEORGE W. BUSH on AMERICAN EXPERIENCE – beginning tonight at 9 on UNC-TV.
Filmmaker Ken Burns (The Civil War) was on TODAY last week. See what the famed documentarian had to say about the current pandemic as viewed through the lens of history. Continue reading
What’s happening, what’s on and what’s interesting this week …
Go inside the daily lives of those who live and work in the capital of the Holy See. From the Pope to the gardener to the head of security, get behind-the-scenes access to the inner workings of the world’s most famous Roman city-state. See what goes on INSIDE THE VATICAN – Tuesday night at 9 on UNC-TV.
Check out some of the best bits from The Big Night In, a charity telethon that the BBC aired last week to support those affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Not only did Dawn French reprise her role from The Vicar of Dibley but all the surviving Doctors got together (in spirit) to salute the NHS! Continue reading
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