Tag Archives: American Experience

Revisiting Freedom Summer

Posted on June 21, 2014 by Jonna

50 summers ago, a historic effort to shatter the foundations of white supremacy in Mississippi changed everything. In the summer of 1964, over 700 student volunteers joined organizers and local African Americans in what was then the nation’s most segregated … Continue reading →

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Watching Our Presidents on Presidents Day

Posted on February 17, 2014 by Erik

As the snow falls over much of Wisconsin, many of us are thinking of hunkering down somewhere warm on yet another wintry day. If that is how you find yourself today, we have a great opportunity to pass the time. … Continue reading →

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UW-Madison Professor and The Poisoner’s Handbook

Posted on January 7, 2014 by Erik

Tonight’s all-new The Poisoner’s Handbook: American Experience at 7 p.m. on Wisconsin Public Television is based on UW-Madison professor Deborah Blum’s best-selling book. It’s a fascinating tale of New York City medical examiner Charles Norris’ role in bringing a scientific … Continue reading →

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Remembering JFK

Posted on November 11, 2013 by David

For those alive at the time, the Kennedy assassination is one of those moments that is forever etched in their memories. “Where were you when…” is a familiar phrase. For those born after Nov. 22, 1963, the images still resonate … Continue reading →

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A Whole Lot of History

Posted on June 24, 2013 by David

We’re airing an encore broadcast of “Henry Ford: American Experience” Tuesday night at 7. But why stop there when you can watch this film and more full episodes from American Experience online? “Henry Ford” is part of American Experience’s collection … Continue reading →

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