John Lennon memorabilia; Tony Bennett sketch; Lawrence of Arabia shooting script; 1950s toy gun. Monday at 7:30pm.
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The Five DemandsTHE FIVE DEMANDS is a riveting story about the student strike that changed the face of higher education. Monday at 9pm.
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A divided Brooklyn community faces rising rents, environmental racism, and loss of industrial jobs. Monday at 10pm.
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Henry Louis Gates, Jr. solves mysteries for 3 everyday Americans chosen to be guests. Tuesday at 8pm.
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What drove a company of US soldiers to commit the worst atrocity in US military history? Tuesday at 9pm.
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THE FIVE DEMANDS is a riveting story about the student strike that changed the face of higher education. Monday at 9pm.
WATCH PREVIEWA divided Brooklyn community faces rising rents, environmental racism, and loss of industrial jobs. Monday at 10pm.
WATCH PREVIEWHenry Louis Gates, Jr. solves mysteries for 3 everyday Americans chosen to be guests. Tuesday at 8pm.
WATCH PREVIEWWhat drove a company of US soldiers to commit the worst atrocity in US military history? Tuesday at 9pm.
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State Circle
A new focus on safety and reducing crime in all of Baltimore's neighborhoods; state officials bracing for Medicaid cuts plus, the women's race making its first appearance at the Maryland Cycling Classic this year.
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99 Ways to Save
AARP is out with its annual list of 99 ways to save. Jeff Salkin talks to David Brindley, Deputy Editor, AARP Bulletin & AARP The Magazine.
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Congress has passed a rescissions bill that eliminates all previously approved federal funding for public media. For more than 55 years, MPT has been powered by the people it serves, and we need you now more than ever. Donate Now: https://www.mpt.org/donate
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National Make-A-Will Month
August is national Make-A-Will Month. Get answers to your questions about who needs to make a last testament.
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Chesapeake Collectibles
Episode 1211
A pair of leggy spurs, a Royal Doulton vase, lighting JFK's eternal flame, WWI soldier mystery.
The Great American Recipe
The Grand Finale
It's the finale and two rounds of cooking remain before one of the finalists gets named the winner.
RAYE: Live at the Royal Albert Hall
Join the GRAMMY®-nominated, record-breaking BRIT Award-winning singer for a virtuoso performance.
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Grantchester
Alphy and Geordie clash over how to approach a murder case.
Summer On! Family Activities
Turn up the fun and learning with Summer On! family activity calendars. Each month features fun themes built around MPT’s Media STEPs: Select, Talk, Explore, and Play.
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Outdoors Maryland
Thought-provoking stories depicting the region's ecosystems, people, and places.
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Chesapeake Bay Week Programs
Stories of past and present offer a lively, local and insightful look at this mighty yet fragile source of wonder.
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Climate, Nature & Our Planet
Watch documentaries and read articles about how our climate is changing with the perspective of climate scientists.
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Maryland Farm & Harvest
The series that puts a human face on farming while telling the stories of the industry that built this nation.
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Chesapeake Collectibles
Explore the region's history through the intriguing stories of its antiques and treasures. And their values will amaze you!
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Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom
Meet the woman who repeatedly risked her life and freedom to liberate others from slavery.
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Becoming Frederick Douglass
Discover how a man born into slavery became one of the nation’s most influential leaders.
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Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom and Becoming Frederick Douglass
Two original documentaries and a companion website shed light on the lives of a pair of towering icons in the struggle to end slavery.
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Maryland Underground: Thompson Farm
Can we determine exactly where Harriet Tubman was born?
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