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ATX Decides: 2024 Mayoral Forum
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All five candidates for mayor of Austin, Texas, address key issues for the local community. (56m 46s)
Austin Opera: Ryan Speedo Green in Concert
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Acclaimed bass-baritone Green in concert at Austin PBS, joined on piano by Adam Nielsen (57m 13s)
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Alumni of a Black high school in Texas talk about the effects of segregation. (56m 30s)
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Explanation and analysis of the propositions in Austin's May special election. (22m 7s)
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Volunteers from Sun City Texas come together to show appreciation to Fort Hood soldiers. (26m 47s)
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Craig Hella Johnson and Conspirare create a three-part oratorio for Matthew Shepard. (56m 46s)
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An in-depth look at the experiences and contributions of Texans during World War 2. (1h 26m 44s)
Wine Roads of Texas (Part 3) - Gulf Coast & Metroplex Wines
Wine from the sandy beaches of the Gulf Coast to the busy "Metroplex" of Dallas-Fort Worth (26m 46s)
Wine Roads of Texas (Part 2) - West Texas Wines
Visit West Texas wineries and meet their winemakers, and also wine-pioneer Kim McPherson. (26m 46s)
Wine Roads of Texas (Part 1) - Texas Hill Country Wines
We take viewer through the wildflowers and back roads of the famous Texas Hill Country. (26m 46s)
Las Misiones: The Missions of Texas
A visual celebration of missions as historic monuments and architectural wonders. (56m 44s)
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Explore Austin's first election under a new form of city government. (26m 23s)
Texas Lieutenant Governor Debate 2014
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A one-hour debate between Senator Dan Patrick and Senator Leticia Van de Putte. (57m 18s)
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A magazine news program focused on water issues across Texas. (56m 46s)
Debate para Vicegobernador de Tejas 2014
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Debate de una hora entre el Senador Dan Patrick y la Senadora Leticia Van de Putte. (56m 59s)
Why Bother? Citizen Communication
A discussion around how citizens can communicate with their city government... (45m 59s)
Why Bother? Austin Government Boards and Commissions
The City of Austin has over 60 Boards and Commissions, learn what these groups do... (49m 38s)
Why Bother? Austin City Government 101 (Part 2)
Why Bother? Austin City Government 101 is a general overview and education on... (43m 44s)
Why Bother? Austin City Government 101 (Part 1)
Why Bother? Austin City Government 101 is a general overview and education on... (39m 31s)
Vamos Al Baile (Let's Go To The Dance)
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A stellar lineup of Mexican-American musicians take the stage in front of a live audience. (56m 46s)
A candid backstage interview with Deftones' members Chino Moreno and Abe Cunningham. (6m 48s)
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Between the end of the Legislative special session and two Supreme Court rulings... (26m 42s)
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Hurricane Ike was the costliest storm to ever strike Texas. (26m 46s)
Backstage Austin: The Darkness
All access, and behind the scenes coverage of the British rock gods, The Darkness. (6m 56s)
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Gerda Weissmann Klein reflects on her life experiences, including surviving the Holocaust. (27m 50s)
Robert Redford, Bob Woodward, and Carl Bernstein answered questions... (50m 9s)
Wildflowers | Seeds of History
Discover the facts and legends behind the wildflowers that captivate us every spring. (55m 58s)
Linda Ellerbee: Lessons From The Holocaust
A Town Hall discussion in Austin, TX dealing with tolerance and empathy within communities (29m 4s)
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