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Remembering Veterans from All Wars: The National Memorial Day Concert

This Memorial Day weekend, WPT continues a two-decades-long tradition of honoring the service and sacrifice of all our men and women in uniform, and their families by broadcasting the National Memorial Day Concert from Washington D.C. Hosts Gary Sinise and Joe … Continue reading

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Ken Burns’ Storytelling Secrets

As viewers of public television, we have all been fortunate to watch some of our country’s most amazing stories unfold through the camera lens of Ken Burns. His style is remarkable, unique and powerful. But, what drives him as a … Continue reading

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The Undisputed King of Late Night

Watch Johnny Carson - King of Late Night: American Masters at 8 p.m. Monday, May 14 on Wisconsin Public Television. There is no argument about Johnny Carson’s spot as the King of Late Night. The Tonight Show host reinvented the … Continue reading

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A Look Ahead with WPT’s Director of Programming

Garry Denny is Director of Programming for Wisconsin Public Television. He is responsible for the acquisition, scheduling and delivery of programming services on WPT, and each month, he gives you the inside scoop on the best new programs in his … Continue reading

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Benedict Cumberbatch – From Baker Street to Blockbusters

A while back, when I was intent on seeing all the Oscar nominated films, I saw Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy in the theater. While I can barely recall a single detail from the film, the one thing that sticks with … Continue reading

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