Friday, August 14th TV listings for PBS World (KAID-DT4) Boise, ID
America ReFramed Kid Candidate
A 24-year-old artist and musician is catapulted into the spotlight by a viral joke, which prompts him to make a surprise bid for city council.
POV Shorts Happiness Is 4 Million Pounds
A journalist in Beijing profiles China's biggest real estate speculator; their differing life experiences and values reflect generational and societal changes.
Wild Nevada Tahoe Family Fun
Family activities around Lake Tahoe include a dog run up to Monkey Rock; a senior-friendly walk at Spooner Lake; a ride on the Tahoe East Shore Trail; an all-family experience at Taylor Creek.
The Desert Speaks Sierra Madre Easter
Indigenous peoples of Chihuahua, Mexico; evidence of advanced drainage systems in Paquime, Mexico; a Mennonite farm operation.
Photographer Noah David Wetzel's quest to capture a singular image -- a western outlaw chase scene, complete with five horseback riders equipped with pistols and rifles riding beneath the total solar eclipse.
Stories From the Stage Sounds Like Summer
A woman works as a pilgrim at Plimoth Plantation and becomes curious about the lives of the tourists; a man takes scuba diving lessons to fight his fear of sharks; as a Peace Corps volunteer in Ecuador, host Theresa Okokon goes whitewater rafting.
Outdoor Idaho A Taste of Idaho
Morel mushrooms; organic salad; American Kobe beef; huckleberry ice cream.
Dialogue Conversations from the Sun Valley Writers' Conference: Author Yiyun Li
Marcia Franklin talks with award-winning Chinese-American author Yiyun Li about her works, including "Kinder Than Solitude." In addition to numerous awards for her short stories and fiction, Li is the recipient of a MacArthur "Genius" grant.
The renowned political scientist discusses global news and interviews world leaders.
John Katko strives to bring balance to discussions on divisive political issues.
Photographer Noah David Wetzel's quest to capture a singular image -- a western outlaw chase scene, complete with five horseback riders equipped with pistols and rifles riding beneath the total solar eclipse.
Stories From the Stage Sounds Like Summer
A woman works as a pilgrim at Plimoth Plantation and becomes curious about the lives of the tourists; a man takes scuba diving lessons to fight his fear of sharks; as a Peace Corps volunteer in Ecuador, host Theresa Okokon goes whitewater rafting.
America ReFramed Kid Candidate
A 24-year-old artist and musician is catapulted into the spotlight by a viral joke, which prompts him to make a surprise bid for city council.
POV Shorts Happiness Is 4 Million Pounds
A journalist in Beijing profiles China's biggest real estate speculator; their differing life experiences and values reflect generational and societal changes.
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
Coverage from Washington, D.C. and London, with a regular panel of guests from across the political spectrum discussing the biggest stories of the day.
Presenting a round-up of the most recent news and developments from across the world.
Dogs in the Wild, A Nature Miniseries Meet the Family
The many species of the wild dog family, from the formidable Arctic wolf and the talkative Dhole to the tiny Fennec fox and the long-legged Maned wolf.