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From PBS Voices. Yacouba Sissoko has a lifelong mission: to bring the ancient tradition of the griot (which you may have seen mentioned in the film "Sinners") to modern-day New York and the next generation of African Americans. Sissoko is “a living history book,” trained in the sacred oral storytelling tradition of Mali. Through the…
From PBS Voices. This documentary explores how the oral tradition of Puerto Rican trova is kept alive through the voices of those who inherit it. From the masters who improvise verses to the young artists who listen and learn, it reveals how each generation reimagines the art of song and poetry, ensuring that its spirit…
From PBS Voices. Chicano Theatre: The Act of Resistance explores the legacy of Chicano theatre—from the flatbed-truck actos of El Teatro Campesino to the groundbreaking work of teatristas redefining art and identity today. Through intimate conversations, rehearsals, and dynamic performances, we meet the new generation carrying the tradition forward with plays that honor and uplift…
From PBS Voices. From Louisiana’s Creole history to Appalachia’s folktales to Memphis’s Black art scene, three creators are keeping Southern oral traditions alive. Jeremy K. Simien, Bryan “YoBreezye” Roberson, and Michael @TheAppalachianSon Story combine creativity, pride, and community to preserve stories for the future. From Front Porches to Feeds brings to life the art of…
From PBS Voices. Medical aid in dying, otherwise known as assisted suicide, is a hotly debated topic both morally and legally–especially in the disabled community. In "Life After" a new documentary from disabled filmmaker Reid Davenport, he investigates assisted dying and uncovers how ableism, policy, and systemic failures can make death seem like the only…
From PBS Voices. This short film follows two Navajo weavers whose work preserves memory, identity, and ancestral knowledge. Through traditional techniques and contemporary expression, their art becomes a living story of resilience. Weaving emerges as a space of healing, continuity, and cultural strength. The Story in Us is a thematic anthology that celebrates storytelling traditions…
From PBS Voices. Premiering January 8, 2026, The Story in Us is a documentary series that celebrates storytelling traditions from across the United States and the world. Eight unique filmmakers take a deep dive into a culture’s tradition of storytelling told faithfully by members of that community. With authenticity and care, each film explores lesser-known…
From “Bright Sun Films”. ( YouTube / Nebula ) Since its 1983 debut in Florida as a casual sports bar, Hooters grew exponentially through the 1980’s and 90’s, growing to become a massive brand across the world with hundreds of restaurants, tens of thousands of employees and a very controversial brand name which created a…
From “Bright Sun Films”. ( YouTube / Nebula ) In the early hours of October 4th, 1980, the Holland America owned cruise ship, Prinsendam had suddenly caught fire and developed into a potentially deadly situation. With over 500 people onboard, the cruise ship was stranded off the coast of Alaska where it was ultimately meet…
From “Bright Sun Films”. ( YouTube / Nebula ) Since 1961, Nara Dreamland in Nara Japan might be easy to mistaken as another Disneyland park in Asia. However upon further inspection, this park was built without the consent of the Disney Company and for decades, existed as a weird and slightly creepy bootleg copy of…
From “Bright Sun Films”. ( YouTube / Nebula ) Take back your personal data with Incogni! Use code BRIGHTSUN at the link below and get 60% off annual plans: https://incogni.com/brightsun In 2011, Paramount Pictures announced big plans for a new theme park complex in Spain. It was promised to be a massive and revolutionary theme…
From “Bright Sun Films”. ( YouTube / Nebula ) For decades, Walt Disney World once had a tropical oasis in the middle of the Vacation Kingdom, their own zoological attraction that was beloved by guests and employees alike. However by the late 90’s, the company had shuttered it for good and instead of demolishing it…
From “Bright Sun Films”. ( YouTube / Nebula ) Take back your personal data with Incogni! Use code BRIGHTSUN at the link below and get 60% off annual plans: https://incogni.com/brightsun For decades, the island state of Hawaii had two major airline carriers, Aloha Airlines being one of them. The company was at one point the…
From “Bright Sun Films”. ( YouTube / Nebula ) Atop a mountain, deep in a forest, lays a truly unbelievable abandoned sight. This is the crash of a USAF B-36 bomber which crash landed here in the 1950’s. Since it’s tragic and dramatic end, it has sat here completely untouched. Join me today as we…
From “Bright Sun Films”. ( YouTube / Nebula ) Take back your personal data with Incogni! Use code BRIGHTSUN at the link below and get 60% off annual plans: https://incogni.com/brightsun For over 2 decades the Majesty Building has stood high above Florida’s Interstate 4 as a mysterious, abandoned structure. But why has this massive structure…
From “Bright Sun Films”. ( YouTube / Nebula ) After closing in 2018, I’m venturing into what’s left of this once beloved shopping mall. We’ll take a look at not only the history but everything that has been left to rot. Astonishing, this mall is in the worst condition I have ever seen with mold…
From “Bright Sun Films”. ( YouTube / Nebula ) Thanks to Storyblocks for sponsoring this video! Get 2 extra months free with annual plans for a limited-time only: https://storyblocks.com/brightsunfilms Not long ago, a looming ghost hotel towered over the glitzy streets of Las Vegas. It was The Harmon, a massive condo/hotel part of the much…
From “Bright Sun Films”. ( YouTube / Nebula ) From its inception as a bar in New York, TGI Fridays great to become a massive restaurant brand across America and even the world. With well over 600 locations domestically and 70,000 employees company wide, it was truly an enormous chain. However despite it’s meteoric growth,…
From “Bright Sun Films”. ( YouTube / Nebula ) For over a decade, there has been a towering, ghostly building sitting high above the boardwalk of Atlantic City, New Jersey. It was the casino resort first opened as The Golden Nugget and closed as the failing Atlantic Club Casino Hotel. Join me today to find…
From PBS Voices. Why do so many social movements start on college campuses? KJ Kearney looks at student protests from the 1960s through today to learn how close knit communities and a culture of critical thinking create so many student activists, and how we can all stay connected to civic engagement long after graduation. *****…
From PBS Voices. KJ Kearney discusses various methods of protest and activism beyond traditional approaches. ✊🏿🎨🎼🧑💼🛍️. Be sure to catch up on episodes of Citizen Better now on PBS Voices!
From PBS Voices. KJ Kearney discusses Gen Z’s aspirations for their dream jobs and Hannah Williams chimes in on the rising challenge of affordability. Be sure to catch up on episodes of Citizen Better now on PBS Voices!