History & Culture: All Programs (A-Z)

African-American LivesThursday, December 27 at 8:00pmRenowned scholar Dr. Henry Gates Jr. uses genealogy, DNA analysis, oral history and family stories to trace their lineage thru American history and back to Africa and covers such subjects as slave trader routes, African-American participation in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars.
African-American Lives IISunday, February 10 & 17 at 9:00pm; Sunday, February 24 at 2:00pmDr. Henry Louis Gates returns with this four-part documentary that examines the heritage of prominent African-Americans through the use of genealogy and DNA.
American ExperienceThursdays on PBA 30As television’s longest-running, most-watched history series, American Experience brings to life the incredible characters and epic stories that helped form this nation.
Antiques RoadshowSundays & Wednesdays at 8:00pmSpecialists from the country’s leading auction houses and independent dealers from across the nation travel throughout the United States offering free appraisals of antiques and collectibles.
Atlanta ForumWABE’s Atlanta Forum offers talks given by movers and shakers in the Atlanta community, leaders in the on-going battle for social justice, community leaders, elected officials and educators.
Atlanta Forum NetworkFree, on-demand video and audio events from the High Museum, Georgia Center for the Book, Margaret Mitchell House and new partner Clayton State University.
Atlanta Music SceneMondays at 9:00pmRobert Hubert hosts The Atlanta Music Scene, a series of concert performances from venues all around Metro Atlanta.
Atlanta SoundsDaily on WABEHear the city. Atlanta Sounds presents portraits, oral histories, anecdotes, memories and fragments of life overheard. All told by those who live, work and visit metro Atlanta.
Atlanta Symphony OrchestraTuesdays at 9:00pmAtlanta Symphony Orchestra Master Season Concerts, hosted by WABE’s Lois Reitzes, will air Tuesdays at 9 pm. Most of the broadcasts feature insightful conversation with the conductors and soloists.
Atlanta Voices: Memories of World War IIThursday, May22 at 10:00pmIn conjunction with Ken Burn’s “The War”, PBA30 produced this companion piece documentary in which the focus is World War II’s effect on Atlanta and its population.
Atlanta’s Best BBQ-Quest: Kissed by FireWednesday, May 7 at 11:00pmThis locally-produced special introduces viewers to the many styles of barbecue being offered in Atlanta, and the people serving it up.
Between the LinesFridays at 7:00pm; encores Saturdays at 5:30pmBetween the Lines, hosted by former First Lady of Atlanta Valerie Jackson, is a weekly author interview program showcasing the brightest and most notable of today’s writers and thinkers.
Bob Edwards WeekendSundays at 11:00am on WABE NewsA two-hour interview showcase, in which celebrated host Bob Edwards highlights the life and work of interesting people, from newsmakers, historians, and authors to artists, actors, and regular folks too.
Burt Wolf’s Travels and TraditionsSaturdays at 5:00pmBurt Wolf presents Travels & Traditions. Shot entirely on location, Burt takes us throughout the world looking at the history, architecture, culture, customs, foods and festivals of some of the world’s most interesting locations.
CarrierSunday, May 4 at 2:00pmThis 10-part series was filmed aboard the USS Nimitz and is a documentation of what life is like in the high-stakes world of a nuclear aircraft carrier.
Celebrate Our Armed ForcesAll this month on PBA 30Celebrate our heroes in the armed forces this Memorial Dy with a great set of programming on PBA 30, including the new hit series Carrier and the National Memorial Day Concert.
Charlie RoseWeekdays at 12:30am and NoonAcclaimed interviewer and broadcast journalist Charlie Rose engages America’s best thinkers, writers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, business leaders, scientists and other newsmakers in one-on-one interviews and roundtable discussions five nights a week.
City Arts & LecturesSundays at 3:00pm on WABE NEWSCity Arts & Lectures presents lectures and onstage conversations with outstanding figures in literature, criticism, science and the performing arts, offering the most diverse perspectives on ideas and values.
Composer’s DatebookWeekdays at 8:56pmComposers Datebook is a daily two-minute program designed to inform, engage, and entertain listeners with timely information about composers of the past and present.
Democracy NowSundays at 1:00pm on WABE NewsBringing you people and perspectives rarely heard in the U.S.corporate-sponsored media, including independent and international journalists, grassroots leaders and peace activists, artists, academics, independent analysts and ordinary people from around the world.
FrontlineSundays on PBA 30Since 1983, Frontline has served as PBS’ flagship public affairs series. Frontline’s stature is reaffirmed each week through incisive documentaries covering the scope and complexity of the human experience.
Globe TrekkerThursdays at 8:00pmGlobe Trekker is shot on location in some of the world’s most exotic surroundings, and combines stunning photography with an especially composed soundtrack leaving the viewer with a unique sense of spirit and adventure.
In ContactSundays at 9:00amIn Contact is a half hour news and public affairs talk show that connects, impacts and empowers the African-American community in Atlanta. The show is produced by the Atlanta Association of Black Journalists (AABJ), and hosted by Angela Robinson.
Jazz Classics with H. JohnsonSaturday night from 9:00pm til 2:00amVeteran jazz host, raconteur, and savvy connoisseur of classic jazz recordings, the venerable and affable H. Johnson hosts this award-winning live show every Saturday night.
Jimi Hendrix: Live at WoodstockThursday, April 26 at 11:00pmHendrix was considered to be one of the greatest guitarists of all time, but an early death ended his short, but influential and innovative career. A highlight of Hendrix’s life was 1969’s Woodstock festival.
Justice TalkingSundays at 2:00pm on WABE NewsA show illustrating debates on current legal battles that capture the United States’ attention.
Ken Burns’ JazzSundays at 1:00pm in SeptemberThis extraordinary 10-part series by Ken Burns is the complete history of the American musical style that came to be known as jazz.
Leyes CotidianasSundays at 10:00amLeyes Cotidianas (“Everyday Law”), is designed to provide practical tools to Georgia’s Hispanic community for working with the civil justice system. Join Atlanta’s famous guest lawyers as they talk about such topics as immigration law, business law, domestic law, and much more!
Martin Yan’s ChinatownsSaturdays at 4:00pmThe renowned chef, teacher, and host of the tremendously popular television food series Yan Can Cook invites you to join him on a grand culinary tour of eleven of the world’s greatest Chinatowns.
News & NotesWeekdays at 1:00pm on WABE NewsFrom newsmakers to performers, health to finance, News & Notes explores fascinating issues and people from an African American perspective.
Nostalgia NightsFridays at 8:00pmFriday nights are Nostalgia Nights on PBA 30!
On the MediaSunadays at 7:00am on WABE NewsA weekly, one-hour program is America’s only national radio program devoted to media criticism and analysis.
Rick Steves’ EuropeWeekdays at 1:30pmRick Steves’ Europe is the popular television series that takes viewers on smart, “through the back door” travel adventures. From London to Paris to Brussels and beyond, the series is filled with visually and historically rich and entertaining adventures that are unique to Steves’ style for teaching travel.
Simon Schama’s Power of ArtWednesday, April 9, 16 and 23 at 9:00pmInternationally acclaimed scholar Simon Schama tells the dramatic stories of eight formerly-controversial artists and the cutting-edge masterpieces that ultimately changed the way the world looks at art.
Smart Travels: Europe with Rudy MaxaSundays at 11:30amThe original host of the nationwide, one-hour weekend show called “The Savvy Traveler”, Rudy Maxa’s also been delivering sensible and amusing travel advice to listeners of public radio’s business show, Marketplace, for 14 years as “the Savvy Traveler.” Now you can put a face with that voice.
Speaking of FaithSundays at 7:00amSpeaking of Faith is public radio’s conversation about religion, meaning, ethics and ideas. Host Krista Tippett and others discuss how religion shapes everyday life. Get the Speaking of Faith podcast here»
StoryCorps GriotStoryCorps Griot is a one-year initiative to collect interviews from at least 1,750 African-Americans. From February 15 through March 24, 2007, the StoryCorps Griot Initiative will be located at the Martin Luther King Junior, National Historic Site.
Sundays on WABESunday afternoons at 4:00 p.m. on WABEEvery Sunday WABE presents thought-provoking specials and exciting musical broadcasts for your enjoyment.
Tavis SmileyWeekdays at Midnight & 1:00pmTavis Smiley’s late-night television talk show is now also airing early on Friday evenings as part of PBS’ public affairs programming. Tavis Smiley is a smart hybrid of news, issues and entertainment, featuring interviews with newsmakers, politicians, celebrities and everyday people.
The Art of SongSundays at 9:00pmWanda Yang Temko explores the composers, poets, and performers of solo classical song, giving us glimpses into this glorious fusion of words and music.
The Metropolitan OperaSaturdays at 1:30pmThe 76th anniversary season of radio broadcasts from the Metropolitan Opera opens on Saturday, December 8, at 1:30 p.m., ET, with the network premiere of Gluck’s* Iphigénie en Tauride*, starring opera luminaries Susan Graham and Plácido Domingo.
The Tavis Smiley ShowSundays at 6:00pm on WABE NewsTwo-hour weekly, high-energy conversations on political, cultural, and global issues of particular relevance to African Americans.
This American LifeSundays at 6:00pm on WABE and Sundays at 10:00pm on WABE NewsThis American Life is a multiple award-winning, critically acclaimed program that describes and documents contemporary American life.
Wanted: ‘All Things Considered’ Theme Song LyricsAll Things Considered is looking for a few good lyricists! Think you’ve got what it takes?
WarplaneThursday, November 1 at 8:00pmThis extraordinary four-part special takes a comprehensive look at the history of airplanes in the military and covers how warplanes became an essential tool in warfare.
Weekend AmericaSaturdays at 3:00pm on WABE NewsA two-hour program designed to fit the weekend state of mind, with short, entertaining segments on newsmakers, issues of the day and the arts.