Why Chicano Theater is a Form of Resistance

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…

How Creators Are Reframing Southern Identity

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…

Who Decides if Someone’s Life is Worth Living?

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…

How Navajo Women are Preserving History

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…

The Story in Us: New Doc Series Premieres January 8

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…