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SANSÓN AND ME airs Sunday, October 8th at 11PM
EL EQUIPO airs Sunday, October 22nd at 11PM

This acclaimed Emmy Award-winning anthology series features documentaries and a limited number of fiction films united by the creative freedom, artistic achievement and unflinching visions of their independent producers. Independent Lens features unforgettable stories about a unique individual, community or moment in history. The series is supported by interactive companion web sites and national publicity and community engagement campaigns.

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Michael Keida - Full Interview

American expat Michael Keida is, among his many accomplishments, a host on NHK World shows Trails to Oishii Tokyo and Journeys to Japan, which airs on KCLS’ CreateTV. We spoke to this chef, actor, writer, model and organic farmer about his journey to Japan, food, and his path to becoming a television personality in Japan.…
THE GOLD

The Gold premieres Wednesdays at 8PM beginning Nov. 19 In 1983, six armed men broke into the Brink’s-Mat depot near Heathrow airport, in London, expecting cash. Instead, they stumbled upon £26 million in gold bullion—sparking one of Britain's most audacious heists and a vast international money laundering scheme that left a trail of controversy and…
STAGE – SEASON THREE

STAGE, Season 3 airs Fridays at 8PM beginning Nov. 28 Get ready to return to the legendary First Avenue music venue, 7th Street Entry, for a season that captures the raw, beating heart of Minnesota’s music scene. STAGE is back for its third season, delivering a front-row seat to eclectic sounds and collaborations from rock…
REFRESH QUEST – SEASON 3

Refresh Quest, Season 3, airs Thursdays at 7:30 PM beginning Nov. 13 Adventure calls! The acclaimed travel series Refresh Quest returns for a captivating third season, guided by charismatic host, Jeremy Maupin. Prepare to be transported to extraordinary locations and immersed in fascinating stories that blend stunning adventure with rich culture and local history. This…
NOVA - HUMAN

NOVA – HUMAN airs Tuesdays at 9PM beginning Nov. 4 Around 300,000 years ago, Homo sapiens first appeared in Africa, one of at least seven distinct human species sharing the planet. Today, we are the sole surviving human lineage. The five-part NOVA series HUMAN, hosted by paleoanthropologist Ella Al-Shamahi, investigates the profound questions of our…
K’ETNIYI – THE LAND IS SPEAKING TO US

K’etniyi – The Land is Speaking To Us airs Tuesday , Nov. 25 at 8PM Through a full seasonal cycle in Alaska’s Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, Indigenous Dena’ina community members and park scientists explore the park’s vast and varied landscapes, revealing how the land’s essence lies not in individual features, but in profound…
HOPE DEALERS

Hope Dealers premieres Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 8PM In the sprawling landscape of Los Angeles, a hidden crisis unfolds within the hallways of our schools: over 13,000 LAUSD students are experiencing homelessness. Hope Dealers offers an intimate, thought-provoking look into their world and the extraordinary work of the Los Angeles Unified School District’s Homeless Education…
COURTMAKER: HOW JOHN MARSHAL FORGED THE SUPREME COURT

Courtmaker airs Sunday, Nov. 16 at 7PM In the fragile early republic, the Supreme Court was the weakest branch of government. Over 34 transformative years as the fourth Chief Justice (1801-1835), John Marshall single-handedly forged it into a pillar of American democracy. Filmed across eleven states, the documentary COURTMAKER chronicles the life of this monumental…
Matthew Percival - Full Interview

Yo-Yo Ma’s moving narration guides Jacqueline du Pré: Genius and Tragedy, PBS’s mesmerizing dive into the life of classical music’s most luminous—and tragic—star. Now available on KLCS|Passport, the documentary unveils the prodigy’s meteoric rise and heartbreaking decline with rare intimacy. We spoke with filmmaker Matthew Percival from his London studio, where he revealed the painstaking…
Ann Curry - Full Interview

After her high-profile departure from network news, Ann Curry didn’t fade from the spotlight—she redefined it. From her poignant PBS series We’ll Meet Again to illuminating turns on Finding Your Roots and Arts Talk, Curry has carved out a space where storytelling transcends headlines and connects on a deeper, more human level. Now, in an…