Nova "Easter Island Origins"
Sunday, April 12 at 8:00 pm on 12.1
The giant stone heads of Easter Island have inspired theories for centuries. Now, new research reveals intriguing evidence of the origins and inspirations of the ancient Rapanui people who created the iconic monoliths.
DayTripper "1836 Texas: Buena Vista, Colorado"
Monday, April 13 at 8:00 pm on 12.1
Chet travels to the northern reaches of what used to be Texas from 1836-1850. He hikes to the top of Mt. Princeton and swims in its hot springs. He whitewater rafts the mighty Arkansas River and gets a true taste of the Rockies.
POV "A New Kind of Wilderness"
Tuesday, April 14 at 9:00 pm on 12.1
On a small farm in Norway, the Paynes strive to be wild and free. They are self-sufficient, practice home-schooling, and foster a close family dynamic in harmony with nature. But when tragedy strikes, they must adapt to the demands of modern society. Filmmaker Silje Evensmo Jacobsen captures an intimate portrait of love, life, and growing up.
The Count of Monte Cristo On Masterpiece "The Treasure"
Wednesday, April 15 at 9:00 pm on 12.1
After escaping from the Castle d’If and discovering Mercedes’ marriage, Edmond flees to Italy. With the help of his new friend, Jacopo, Edmond sails to Monte Cristo to seek the rumored treasure, transform himself into the Count, and plot his revenge.
Eudora
Thursday, April 16 at 8:00 pm on 12.1
Renowned writer Eudora Welty is explored through intimate photographs and in charming interviews of family and friends set against the backdrop of Jackson, Mississippi. A film by Anthony Thaxton, Eudora is a revealing portrait of adventure, daring, humor, and love as we meet a writer we only thought we knew.
Great Chicago Fire: American Stories
Friday, April 17 at 9:00 pm on 12.1
On October 10, 1871, Chicagoans awoke to an unrecognizable landscape. Forty-eight hours earlier, there had been a vibrant city of ornate civic buildings, grand hotels, and cultural institutions. Now, there was nothing but a smoking pile of rubble stretching for miles on end. Many wondered: could the city recover? And how did tensions between the city's elites and the immigrant poor lead to the wrong person being accused of starting the blaze? THE GREAT CHICAGO FIRE: AMERICAN STORIES tells the dramatic story of a defining moment in Chicago history - "the Great Fire of 1871," when the city faced destruction, rebuilt, and laid the groundwork for a thriving future. AMERICAN STORIES is an original documentary series uncovering Chicago's fascinating history. Each story presents an entertaining and intriguing tale about a person or event that shaped Chicago. The series reflects the rich diversity and breadth of human experience that shaped this great American city.
My Music with Rhiannon Giddens "Old Friends"
Saturday, April 18 at 8:30 pm on 12.1
Rhiannon Giddens shares a musical visit with three lifelong friends: Justin Robinson, a co-founder of the ground-breaking black string band Carolina Chocolate Drops; her sister, singer Lalenja Harrington; and singer-songwriter Laurelyn Dossett.
Ceff Film Showcase 2026 "Women of Carbon"
Sunday, April 19 at 9:00 pm on 12.1
Innovative women are redefining our relationship with carbon by repurposing living materials and reengineering waste into valuable chemicals that clean the climate. Their work puts them at the core of decarbonization in the built environment, human health, and economic opportunity, while they navigate and thrive in male-dominated industries. Together, their collective wisdom drives a singular purpose: to restore, protect, and preserve the planet.