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Goes behind-the-scenes of your favorite public television programs featuring conversations with the people who make them.

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United States

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Goes behind-the-scenes of your favorite public television programs featuring conversations with the people who make them.

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English


Episodes
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Dick Cavett On His Friendship With Groucho Marx

12/12/2022
The Emmy-winning television personality discusses his friendship with Groucho Marx, interviewing film stars Bette Davis and Katharine Hepburn, and more. The post Dick Cavett On His Friendship With Groucho Marx appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:52:57

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WNET Up Next Welcomes “Inez & Doug & Kira” Filmmaker and Co-Producer Julia Kots

9/7/2022
The independent film's writer, director, editor, and co-producer talks about shooting it on a micro budget, exploring mental illness, and more. The post WNET Up Next Welcomes “Inez & Doug & Kira” Filmmaker and Co-Producer Julia Kots appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:34:25

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WNET Up Next Welcomes “On Broadway” Director Oren Jacoby

8/9/2022
Jacoby talks about his theater documentary and shares stories of interviewing Hugh Jackman, Christine Baranski, Ian McKellen, and other Broadway legends. The post WNET Up Next Welcomes “On Broadway” Director Oren Jacoby appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:39:59

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WNET Up Next Celebrates National Teacher Appreciation Week

5/3/2022
Today on Teacher Appreciation Day, listen in as the podcast dedicates an expanded episode to the WNET PBS Digital Innovators Program. The post WNET Up Next Celebrates National Teacher Appreciation Week appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:44:59

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WNET Up Next Focuses on “Grace Under Pressure” in New Episode

4/25/2022
The podcast welcomed Community Engagement's Brian Tate and Jasmine Wilson to speak on the upcoming mental health initiative and how it built on the strength of last year's "New American Dream." The post WNET Up Next Focuses on “Grace Under Pressure” in New Episode appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:19:01

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Walter Isaacson Joins WNET Up Next for a Preview of “Benjamin Franklin – A Ken Burns Film”

3/29/2022
The podcast welcomed journalist and author Walter Isaacson, creative consultant for the film and author of Benjamin Franklin: An American Life. The post Walter Isaacson Joins WNET Up Next for a Preview of “Benjamin Franklin – A Ken Burns Film” appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:29:24

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Celebrate a New Season of “Call the Midwife” with WNET Up Next

3/11/2022
Actor and author Stephen McGann, who portrays Dr. Patrick Turner. McGann shares with host Tom Stewart fascinating insights about the show, its history and production. The post Celebrate a New Season of “Call the Midwife” with WNET Up Next appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:38:22

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WNET UP Next Welcomes Brian Stokes Mitchell to the Podcast

12/5/2021
Brian Stokes Mitchell explains his ongoing relationship with the Tabernacle Choir. The post WNET UP Next Welcomes Brian Stokes Mitchell to the Podcast appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:30:07

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WNET Up Next Welcomes Veteran & Author Phil Klay

10/22/2021
Klay is featured in PBS' multiplatform "American Veteran" initiative, which traces the story of the veteran experience from the Revolution to today. The post WNET Up Next Welcomes Veteran & Author Phil Klay appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:22:29

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WNET Up Next New Season Launches with “The Power of a Pardon’s” Jamila Paksima

8/30/2021
The director/producer of Chasing the Dream's new digital series shares details about five formerly incarcerated individuals seeking pardons for more opportunities in the outside world. The post WNET Up Next New Season Launches with “The Power of a Pardon’s” Jamila Paksima appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:29:50

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Dive Into the “Mysteries of Mental Illness” with WNET Up Next

6/15/2021
GBH's Denise DiIanni shares her thoughts on the multiplatform initiative and the importance of destigmatizing mental illness in our society. The post Dive Into the “Mysteries of Mental Illness” with WNET Up Next appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:31:15

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Discover Holly Carter & The World of BYkids on WNET Up Next

4/15/2021
Carter discusses BYkids, which uses filmmaking to teach empathy and global citizenry, and its partnership with The WNET Group. "Films BYkids" Season 3 premieres Sunday, April 18 at 7pm on THIRTEEN. The post Discover Holly Carter & The World of BYkids on WNET Up Next appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:27:38

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National Programming’s Lesley Norman Previews Spring Highlights for WNET Up Next

3/26/2021
Norman details upcoming productions "My Grandparents' War," "Inside the Met" and "Tulsa: The Fire and the Forgotten," while also discussing her extensive career and love of producer collaboration. The post National Programming’s Lesley Norman Previews Spring Highlights for WNET Up Next appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:26:16

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WNET Up Next: In Conversation with Connie Chung

2/22/2021
In the latest edition of the podcast, Chung shares memories of her childhood, career in news, and thoughts on racism, particularly that directed toward Asian Americans. The post WNET Up Next: In Conversation with Connie Chung appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:18:35

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WNET Up Next Speaks with George Takei

2/1/2021
Takei spoke about his incarceration in Japanese-American internment camps during World War II and his work fighting racism of all kinds. The post WNET Up Next Speaks with George Takei appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:23:22

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“WNET Up Next” Sits Down with POV Executive Producer Justine Nagan

9/4/2020
Nagan speaks about POV's 33rd season, which includes tonight's "Love Child" premiere, with WNET's behind-the-scenes podcast. The post “WNET Up Next” Sits Down with POV Executive Producer Justine Nagan appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:22:38

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WNET Up Next: Kids’ Media & Education with Sandra Sheppard

6/17/2020
Executive Producer and Director Sheppard reflects on the positive aspects of working during the COVID-19 pandemic and references new relationships with educators and other partners. The post WNET Up Next: Kids’ Media & Education with Sandra Sheppard appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:17:16

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Enter the World of Create TV with WNET Up Next

3/9/2020
Program Manager Naima Smith spoke about Create TV's background, its diverse lineup of lifestyle and How-To programming, and more on the podcast. The post Enter the World of Create TV with WNET Up Next appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:23:20

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“WNET Up Next” Takes Show on the Road to The Apollo Theater

2/20/2020
The podcast taped a discussion at the Apollo on February 1, where panelists reflected on their associations with Miles Davis and the upcoming "American Masters" film. The post “WNET Up Next” Takes Show on the Road to The Apollo Theater appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:25:02

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A Look at “Live From Lincoln Center” on WNET Up Next

12/17/2019
Producer Douglas Chang talks about this broadcast career in public media and the challenges and exciting process of capturing live performances on video. The post A Look at “Live From Lincoln Center” on WNET Up Next appeared first on The WNET Group.

Duration:00:19:45