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American Masters

August 20, 2009 – 11:38 am

This fall, the series’ 23rd season kicks off with three new episodes that take a closer look at masters Dalton Trumbo, Joan Baez and Louisa May Alcott.

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The Botany of Desire

August 7, 2009 – 1:51 pm

We think we have the upper hand over plants — but do they, in fact, have greater control over our destiny?

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Craft in America

August 20, 2009 – 10:23 am

A filmed journey of the history, artists and techniques of our nation’s rich craft culture. Craft in America was nominated for an Emmy, and won a Peabody Award.

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Dinosaur Train

August 12, 2009 – 4:53 pm

Follow the Dinosaur Train for a kid-friendly lesson in paleontology as these animated dinosaurs give a tour of the Jurassic world that once was.

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Inventing L.A.: The Chandlers and Their Times

August 12, 2009 – 11:55 am

Emmy-winning filmmaker Peter Jones tells the story of the Chandler family, and how their newspaper, the Los Angeles Times, not only reflected and covered its city over the last century, but also helped create the modern L.A. we know today.

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Live By Request

September 16, 2009 – 1:39 pm

A live superstar concert event controlled by fan interaction. John Fogerty performs in the live, two-hour premiere special, with his set list determined by viewer calls, texts, e-mails and social media interaction.

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Masterpiece

August 20, 2009 – 11:59 am

Masterpiece Mystery continues through October 18. On October 25, Masterpiece Contemporary kicks in, offering a front-row seat for dramas penned by the finest modern writers. New host David Tennant (Doctor Who) introduces three new presentations this fall.

Also listed in Drama, Returning Shows | Tagged Collision, David Tennant, Endgame, Inspector Lewis, Kevin Whately, Masterpiece, Masterpiece Contemporary, Masterpiece Mystery, Place of Execution |

The National Parks: America’s Best Idea

July 29, 2009 – 2:08 pm

Ken Burns does it again with another amazing documentary about a particular aspect of American history. This is a 6-part, 12-hour look at the story of our national parks and the people who were inspired to create and preserve them.

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NOVA

August 20, 2009 – 10:54 am

This fall, NOVA returns and celebrates the 200th anniversary of Darwin’s birth and the 150th anniversary of the publication of his famous book, On the Origin of Species, with three evolution-themed programs.

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