Atlantic Crossing
A princess steals the heart of the president of the United States in an epic drama based on the World War II relationship of Franklin Roosevelt and Norwegian Crown Princess Martha.
Sundays, April 4 - May 23, at 9:00 p.m.
TV Programming Highlights
Human: The World Within
Explore the incredible universe inside each and every one of us. An examination of diverse personal stories from around the world reveals how our lives, passions and goals are powered by the amazing systems that define our biology as a species.
Wednesdays, May 5 - June 2, at 10:00 p.m.
The Indian Doctor
The Indian Doctor tells the story of Delhi graduate Dr. Prem Sharma (Sanjeev Bhaskar) who arrives in the UK in 1963 as part of the “first wave” of Indian doctors wooed by then health minister Enoch Powell.
Saturdays, at 8:00 p.m.
Extra Life: A Short History of Living Longer
Discover the little-known story of the innovations in science and medicine that doubled the human lifespan in less than a century, and celebrate the unsung heroes of public health who believed change was possible and acted on it.
Tuesdays, May 11 - June 1, at 8:00 p.m.
American Experience: Billy Graham
Explore the life of one of the best-known and most influential religious leaders of the 20th century. An international celebrity by age 30, he built a media empire, preached to millions worldwide, and had the ear of tycoons, presidents and royalty.
Monday, May 17, at 9:00 p.m.
FRONTLINE: The Healthcare Divide
An investigation with NPR into growing inequities in American healthcare exposed by COVID-19. How pressure for profit and uneven government support is widening the divide between rich and poor hospitals and endangering care for the most needy.
Tuesday, May 18, at 10:00 p.m.
Life at the Waterhole
Explore the daily drama as African wildlife flock to a manmade waterhole rigged with cameras. Dr. M. Sanjayan and his team uncover the complex dynamic of this bustling oasis where elephants, lions, leopards and more meet and compete for water.
Wednesdays, May 19 - June 2, at 8:00 p.m.
Conversations Live: Legalizing Marijuana
As more states legalize recreational marijuana, will Pennsylvania follow suit? We’ll talk with a panel of guests to discuss the pros and cons of marijuana legalization. Our panel will take your phone calls at 1-800-543-8242, emails at connect@wpsu.org, and questions via Twitter using the hashtag #WPSUconversations.
Thursday, May 20, at 8:00 p.m.
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The Investment
The Investment 2021
Penn State student entrepreneurs will pitch to a panel of judges and compete for part of a $30,000 prize pool to try to earn funds for their startup companies. Continue »
Conversations Live
Cooking at Home
Cooking at home has taken on a whole new life during the COVID-19 pandemic. Stay-at-home orders and self-quarantining have left millions of people not just with spare time to cook, but a necessity to cook at home. How have our attitudes towards cooking and food changed over the last year? How has it affected where we get our food and our local restaurants? And what kind of cooking trends are likely to remain in a post-pandemic world? Continue »
HumIn Focus
Rethinking Care: Health Humanities and the Pandemic
The COVID 19 pandemic has provided a stress test for the American healthcare system. In Rethinking Care, we view healthcare through the lens of the humanities, focusing on ways to repair some of the inequities of the system, and provide better care for healthcare workers and patients alike. Continue »
Digging Deeper
3-D Printing
Penn State President Eric Barron and guests talk about 3-D printing. The advances that have been made in 3-D printing, how it can be used to make a difference in people's lives, and what Penn State is doing with the technology. Continue »
