Henry Louis Gates, Jr. maps the roots of basketball stars Brittney Griner and Chris Paul. Tuesday at 8pm.
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Relationships aboard the ISS are tested when war breaks out on Earth. Tuesday at 9pm.
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Check out the history of robots and learn how they are becoming a part of everyday life. Tuesday at 10pm.
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A Madagascan chameleon and a Scottish water vole travel to secure their bloodline. Wednesday at 8pm.
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Follow the Artemis mission to bring humanity back to the Moon for the first time since Apollo. Wednesday at 9pm.
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While planning his next attack, Washington is told that an alliance with the French is imminent. Thursday at 8pm.
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Explore the history, architecture, landscape and artworks of Chatsworth House. Thursday at 9pm.
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Your Health: New FDA-approved sunscreen ingredient in 20 years: bemotrizinol or BEMT
What you need to know about the Food and Drug Administration's recent approval of the first new general sunscreen ingredient in 20 years: bemotrizinol (BEMT).
New FDA-approved sunscreen ingredient, new name and mission for B&O Railroad Museum - Direct Connection (Monday, July 27, 2026)
What you need to know about the new FDA approved sunscreen ingredient bemotrizinol or BEMT. Plus, a new name & new mission for the B & O Railroad Museum.
Maryland Public TV
Your Health: Youth Soccer & Concussions
With all the attention on the World Cup, what should parents know about concussions in youth league soccer? MPT's Jeff Salkin talks to Dr. Gary Schwartzbauer of University of Maryland School of Medicine.
Maryland Public TV
Powering the Future of Pro Sports with Zach Leonsis & Paxton Baker
Powering the future of pro sports: how two local sports leaders are redefining the landscape of major league games.
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Episode 1307 | Tiffany jewelry; cast iron toys; Baltimore Glassman; B-17 gunner; German tapestry
Tiffany jewelry; cast iron toys; Baltimore Glassman; B-17 gunner; German tapestry.
Grantchester: Series Finale
In the aftermath of the CeCe’s siege, Geordie fights for his life while a fugitive is on the run.
Once Upon A Time in Space: Politics Always Wins
The arrival of the International Space Station promises a new era of cooperation in space.
Beyond Belief: Three Stories of Faith in Action
This half-hour film weaves together three stories that highlight how Kansas City is bringing people together.
Root Branch Marketplace
Women-owned businesses from Maryland are profiled in this episode of Root Branch Marketplace.
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MMA Training in Maryland | MPT Sports Desk
Dive into the thrilling world of Maryland's MMA community! Mixed martial arts (MMA) is experiencing a massive boom in Maryland.
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[Emmy Nominated] - Becoming Thurgood: America’s Social Architect
Explore the life and legacy of the nation’s first African American Supreme Court justice.
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Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom
Meet the woman who repeatedly risked her life and freedom to liberate others from slavery.
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Becoming Frederick Douglass
Discover how a man born into slavery became one of the nation’s most influential leaders.
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Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom and Becoming Frederick Douglass
Two original documentaries and a companion website shed light on the lives of a pair of towering icons in the struggle to end slavery.
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