Search results for [Science television programs] at Tsuga Consortium

Results 51 to 60 of 258 | « previous | next »

Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth. by Moyers, Bill,actor.; Campbell, Joseph,actor.; Film Movement (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;

Bill Moyers, Joseph CampbellOriginally produced by Film Movement in 1988.In this beloved 1988 PBS series, mythologist and storyteller Joseph Campbell joins Bill Moyers to explore what enduring myths can tell us about our lives. In each of six episodes, Moyers and Campbell focus on a character or theme found in cultural and religious mythologies. Campbell argues that these timeless archetypes continue to have a powerful influence on the choices we make and the ways we live.Released shortly after Campbell’s death on October 30, 1987, THE POWER OF MYTH was one of the most popular TV series in the history of public television, and continues to inspire new audiences.Mode of access: World Wide Web.

Subjects: Documentary films.; Social sciences.; Philosophy and religion.; Sociology.; Documentary films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; Spirituality.; Mythology.; Religion.; Philosophy.; Documentary television programs.;

unAPI

Masters of War. by R. Wilson, Andrew,actor.; The Great Courses (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;

Andrew R. WilsonOriginally produced by The Great Courses in 2012.Take an inside look at both the content and historical context of the world's greatest war strategists, guided by a member of the elite U.S. Naval War College. You'll gain a new appreciation for the subtleties and complexities of strategy, in war and otherwise.Mode of access: World Wide Web.

Subjects: Documentary films.; Political science.; Social sciences.; Military history..; History, Modern.; Instructional films.; Documentary films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; Current affairs.; History.; War.; Documentary television programs.;

unAPI

Theodore Roosevelt. by Jones, Rufus,actor.; The History® Channel (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;

Rufus JonesOriginally produced by The History® Channel in 2022.Based upon Doris Kearns Goodwin's New York Times bestseller, "Leadership: In Turbulent Times" this two-part series provides a rich, panoramic portrait of the first modern President of the United States -- Theodore Roosevelt, a champion of social justice, a passionate conservationist and the self-proclaimed “bull moose” who once delivered an 84-minute speech bleeding from the chest after being shot in a failed assassination attempt. THEODORE ROOSEVELT explores the breadth and depth of one of history’s most interesting men—a cowboy, soldier, statesman, conservationist, adventurer, reformer and author who suffered profound personal loss and became at age 42 the youngest president of the United States, having a monumental impact that is still felt today. From coming to understand Roosevelt’s privileged yet sickly childhood, viewers will see how his early motivation and perseverance to “make” his body set him up for a lifelong pursuit of fighting injustice.Mode of access: World Wide Web.

Subjects: Documentary films.; Political science.; Social sciences.; Documentary films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; Current affairs.; History.; Politicians.; United States--History.; Biography.; Presidents.; Documentary television programs.;

unAPI

Ancient Rome. by Threlfall, David,actor.; James, Geraldine,actor.; D'Arcy, James,actor.; Wilby, James,actor.; Sheen, Michael,actor.; Pertwee, Sean,actor.; BBC Studios (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;

David Threlfall, Geraldine James, James D'Arcy, James Wilby, Michael Sheen, Sean PertweeOriginally produced by BBC Studios in 2006.This dramatised documentary series tells the story of the rise and fall of Ancient Rome through the six key turning points. Factually accurate and based on extensive historical research, it reveals how the greed, lust and ambition of men like Caesar, Nero and Constantine shaped the Roman Empire.Mode of access: World Wide Web.

Subjects: Documentary films.; Social sciences.; Balts (Indo-European people).; Foreign study.; History, Ancient.; History, Modern.; Documentary films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; History.; Documentary television programs.;

unAPI

Kennedy. by Gleckman, Ashton,film director.; Coyote, Peter,actor.; The History® Channel (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;

Peter CoyoteOriginally produced by The History® Channel in 2023.Marking 60 years since JFK's assassination, KENNEDY is the new eight-part docuseries from director and composer Ashton Gleckman, Gleckman's production company Blackbird Pictures and Academy Award-winning production company RadicalMedia. Narrated by Emmy Award-winner Peter Coyote, this miniseries chronicles the remarkable life, enduring legacy, and ambitious leadership of John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States. The story unfolds through a cinematic library of archival materials and over 70 new interviews from those well-versed in JFK’s history including comedian Conan O’Brian, JFK’s niece Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, actor Bruce Greenwood and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Eileen McNamara.Mode of access: World Wide Web.

Subjects: Documentary films.; Political science.; Social sciences.; Documentary films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; Current affairs.; History.; Politicians.; United States--History.; Biography.; Presidents.; Assassination.; Documentary television programs.;

unAPI

Gods of Tennis. by Draper, Simon,film director.; Jean King, Billie,actor.; Borg, Björn,actor.; Morrissey, David,actor.; McEnroe, John,actor.; Margolyes, Miriam,actor.; BBC Studios (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;

Billie Jean King, Björn Borg, David Morrissey, John McEnroe, Miriam MargolyesOriginally produced by BBC Studios in 2023.This fascinating documentary series explores how a golden age of tennis changed the sport forever. Framed through the world-famous Wimbledon tournament, the series features unforgettable archive and exclusive interviews with the greatest players to have ever graced centre court. These are heroes who not only produced some of the most famous matches in the history of sport, but who broke boundaries and drove significant change away from the tennis courts.Mode of access: World Wide Web.

Subjects: Documentary films.; Health.; History, Modern.; Social sciences.; Physical education and training.; Documentary films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; History.; Tennis.; Documentary television programs.;

unAPI

An Introduction to the Universe. by Consolmagno, Guy,actor.; Curiosity Stream (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;

Guy ConsolmagnoOriginally produced by Curiosity Stream in 2017.THE BIG IDEAS OF ASTRONOMY will give you a deeper appreciation of the sky and our ever-growing understanding of astronomy. Your guide for this journey through the cosmos is Dr. Guy Consolmagno, a Jesuit brother, renowned astronomer, and director of the Vatican’s astronomical observatory. In his engaging lectures, you’ll deepen your sense of joy as you gaze at the stars and appreciate the profound achievements of their Creator.Mode of access: World Wide Web.

Subjects: Documentary films.; Science.; Philosophy and religion.; Social sciences.; Instructional films.; Astronomy.; Documentary films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; Christianity.; Catholic Church.; Faith.; Documentary television programs.; Universe.;

unAPI

History's Greatest Heists with Pierce Brosnan. by Gabriel, Brendan,film director.; Murphy, Kieran,film director.; Brosnan, Pierce,actor.; The History® Channel (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;

Pierce BrosnanOriginally produced by The History® Channel in 2023.Hosted by legendary actor Pierce Brosnan, each episode of HISTORY'S GREATEST HEISTS WITH PIERCE BROSNAN uncovers the meticulous planning, daring execution and shocking aftermath behind some of the most elaborate real-life heists in history.Mode of access: World Wide Web.

Subjects: Documentary films.; Criminal law.; Social sciences.; History, Modern.; Documentary films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; Current affairs.; Crime.; History.; True crime stories.; Documentary television programs.;

unAPI

Putin and the West: The Next Chapter. by Stirzaker, Tim,film director.; Catz, Caroline,actor.; BBC Studios (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;

Caroline CatzOriginally produced by BBC Studios in 2024.Russia’s war with Ukraine – told by the presidents and prime ministers who have grappled for a response to Putin’s shocking invasion.Filmed a year after Putin declared war on Ukraine, this is the inside story told by the key political players. From former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin, they describe their critical meetings and summits while President Zelensky and his government reveal how they pleaded for more support after the initial attacks. As Putin digs in – upping the ante with nuclear threats and supported by allies in China and elsewhere – it becomes evident how Western support for Ukraine is under pressure like never before.Mode of access: World Wide Web.

Subjects: Documentary films.; Political science.; Social sciences.; Balts (Indo-European people).; Foreign study.; Documentary films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; Current affairs.; Russia (Federation).; Ukraine.; Documentary television programs.;

unAPI

Murdoch mysteries. [videorecording] / by Bisson, Yannick,1969-; Craig, Tom,1962-; Joy, Helene.; McCutcheon, Don.; Acorn Media (Firm);

Yannick Bisson, Thomas Craig, Helene Joy, Johnny Harris, Georgina Reilly.Originally broadcast on television as individual episodes during the 2013 season.At the dawn of the 20th century, Detective William Murdoch solves Toronto2s trickiest cases with scientific insight and ingenuity in this award-winning mystery series. From flying early aircraft to infiltrating nudist communities, consulting with Sir Arthur Conan Doyle to helping a young Winston Churchill, Murdoch has always been a man ahead of his time. In Season Six, he also confronts legal and social challenges to be with his love, pathologist-turned-psychiatrist Dr. Julia Ogden.PG.DVD, widescreen (1.78:1) presentation; Dolby Digital.

Subjects: Criminal investigation; Detective and mystery television programs.; Forensic sciences; Murdoch, William (Fictitious character); Police;

© c2013., Acorn Media,

Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1

unAPI

Results 51 to 60 of 258 | « previous | next »