Episodes

  • 'I needed to eat a little more sanely' : Why this famous New York food critic is moving on

    'I needed to eat a little more sanely' : Why this famous New York food critic is moving on
    Nov 29 2024
    There are many ways we define American culture: the music, art and literature we produce, how our politics plays out, but also: the food we eat, and where we choose to eat it. In New York City in particular, each bite has chronicled that slice of America. But now, after countless restaurants and hundreds of reviews, Pete Wells is moving on from his job as the New York Times restaurant critic. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    6 mins
  • New book explores roots of Western pop music and global influences that shaped it

    New book explores roots of Western pop music and global influences that shaped it
    Nov 29 2024
    Western pop music has always been influenced by artists and styles from around the world. A new book aims to give those varied influences -- all of them -- their due. Special correspondent Tom Casciato has the story as part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    7 mins
  • 'Brains and Beauty' exhibit explores how the mind processes art and aesthetic experiences

    'Brains and Beauty' exhibit explores how the mind processes art and aesthetic experiences
    Nov 27 2024
    Visual art is a subjective experience, but what draws one person into an artwork and turns off another? A new exhibit, "Brains and Beauty: At the Intersection of Art and Neuroscience," explores that question by examining how the brain processes aesthetic experiences. Stephanie Sy reports from Arizona for our look at the intersection of art and health, part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    6 mins
  • How political upheaval inspired the French Impressionists

    How political upheaval inspired the French Impressionists
    Nov 26 2024
    Impressionism is perhaps the most-viewed and best-loved movement in art history. A new exhibition, first shown in Paris, looks back 150 years to its founding moment and to the darkness hidden behind all that light. Jeffrey Brown visited "Paris 1874: The Impressionist Moment" at the National Gallery of Art for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    7 mins
  • John Leguizamo's 'The Other Americans' aims to remedy Broadway's lack of Latino stories

    John Leguizamo's 'The Other Americans' aims to remedy Broadway's lack of Latino stories
    Nov 22 2024
    John Leguizamo has appeared in more than 100 films while also telling a distinctly Latino story in documentaries, one-man shows and now, full-scale dramas. Jeffrey Brown met him recently at the arena stage in Washington to talk about his latest work, his larger goals and his response to the recent election. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    7 mins
  • Leonard Cohen's music and poetry celebrated by older and younger generations at festival

    Leonard Cohen's music and poetry celebrated by older and younger generations at festival
    Nov 20 2024
    In death, Leonard Cohen is having a rebirth. The legendary singer is being remembered by older and younger generations alike for his timeless music. Special correspondent Mike Cerre went to the annual Leonard Cohen festival to hear why. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    7 mins
  • Peggy Noonan explores what the U.S. could be in 'A Certain Idea of America'

    Peggy Noonan explores what the U.S. could be in 'A Certain Idea of America'
    Nov 19 2024
    In her new collection of columns from The Wall Street Journal, Pulitzer Prize-winner Peggy Noonan takes readers on a journey through the essence of our nation's character. With her trademark blend of storytelling, historical insight and journalistic rigor, Noonan explores what unites us as a people even in divisive times. She sat down with Geoff Bennett to discuss "A Certain Idea of America." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    55 mins
  • 'Wizard of Oz' ruby slippers once stolen in museum heist now up for auction

    'Wizard of Oz' ruby slippers once stolen in museum heist now up for auction
    Nov 15 2024
    If you've ever wanted to own a piece of Hollywood history, now's your chance. A pair of Dorothy's ruby slippers are up for auction and just like Dorothy, this pair of shoes has been on its own long and very strange journey. Special Correspondent Megan Thompson reports for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    7 mins