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America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston, Season 2, Episode 1, Suwannee: Wild River
directed by David Casey, fl. 2000; produced by Part2 Pictures, Twin Cities Public Television (TPT) Studios and Public Broadcasting Service, in America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston, Season 2, Episode 1 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service), 53 mins
The Suwannee is one of the last wild rivers in America, and its watershed creates woods and wetlands, marshes, and cave systems. From its headwaters in the Okefenokee Swamp, Baratunde journeys downstream, meeting colorful denizens of the Suwannee. From jet skiers to herpetologists, manatees to snapping turtles, he...
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directed by David Casey, fl. 2000; produced by Part2 Pictures, Twin Cities Public Television (TPT) Studios and Public Broadcasting Service, in America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston, Season 2, Episode 1 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service), 53 mins
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The Suwannee is one of the last wild rivers in America, and its watershed creates woods and wetlands, marshes, and cave systems. From its headwaters in the Okefenokee Swamp, Baratunde journeys downstream, meeting colorful denizens of the Suwannee. From jet skiers to herpetologists, manatees to snapping turtles, he learns how this unique environment inspires a whole range of passions.
Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Baratunde Thurston, 1977-, Part2 Pictures, Twin Cities Public Television (TPT) Studios, Public Broadcasting Service
Author / Creator
David Casey, fl. 2000
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston
Topic / Theme
Swamps, Caves, Skiing, Aquatic ecology, Wildlife conservation, Sociocultural trends, Alligators, crocodiles and caimans, Manatees, Riverboat trips, Rivers, Americans
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America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston, Season 2, Episode 2, Arkansas: Hidden Gems
directed by David Casey, fl. 2000; produced by Twin Cities Public Television (TPT) Studios, Public Broadcasting Service and Part2 Pictures, in America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston, Season 2, Episode 2 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service), 53 mins
In Arkansas, just about everyone you meet is into the outdoors, yet to many outside the state it barely registers as an outdoor destination. Now, it’s on a mission to earn recognition as a wild mecca. Baratunde heads south to find out why this hidden gem has stayed hidden for so long, and how its outdoor culture...
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directed by David Casey, fl. 2000; produced by Twin Cities Public Television (TPT) Studios, Public Broadcasting Service and Part2 Pictures, in America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston, Season 2, Episode 2 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service), 53 mins
Description
In Arkansas, just about everyone you meet is into the outdoors, yet to many outside the state it barely registers as an outdoor destination. Now, it’s on a mission to earn recognition as a wild mecca. Baratunde heads south to find out why this hidden gem has stayed hidden for so long, and how its outdoor culture is changing.
Field of Study
Environmental Studies
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Twin Cities Public Television (TPT) Studios, Public Broadcasting Service, Part2 Pictures
Author / Creator
David Casey, fl. 2000
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston
Speaker / Narrator
Baratunde Thurston, 1977-
Person Discussed
Baratunde Thurston, 1977-
Topic / Theme
Bicycles and bicycling, Sport fishing, Sociocultural trends, Precious stones, Owls, Wildlife conservation, Mountains, Americans
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American Anthropology in Micronesia: An Assessment
edited by Robert C. Kiste, fl. 1978 and Mac Marshall, 1943- (Honolulu, HI: University of Hawaii Press, 1999, originally published 1999), 656 page(s)
American Anthropology in Micronesia: An Assessment evaluates how anthropological research in the Trust Territory has affected the Micronesian people, the U.S. colonial administration, and the discipline of anthropology itself.
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edited by Robert C. Kiste, fl. 1978 and Mac Marshall, 1943- (Honolulu, HI: University of Hawaii Press, 1999, originally published 1999), 656 page(s)
Description
American Anthropology in Micronesia: An Assessment evaluates how anthropological research in the Trust Territory has affected the Micronesian people, the U.S. colonial administration, and the discipline of anthropology itself.
Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Ethnography
Contributor
Robert C. Kiste, fl. 1978, Mac Marshall, 1943-
Date Published / Released
1999
Publisher
University of Hawaii Press
Topic / Theme
Cultural change and history, Cultural adaptation, Cultural anthropology, Americans, Micronesians
Copyright Message
Copyright ©1999 by University of Hawaii Press
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Amir: An Afghan Refugee Musician's Life in Peshawar, Pakistan
written by John Baily, fl. 1973; directed by John Baily, fl. 1973; produced by John Baily, fl. 1973 (Watertown, MA: Documentary Educational Resources (DER), 1985), 53 mins
This film portrays aspects of an Afghan refugee's life - his living conditions in Peshawar and his longing to return to Herat. It is also about Amir's life as a professional musician and his relationships with other musicians in Peshawar.
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written by John Baily, fl. 1973; directed by John Baily, fl. 1973; produced by John Baily, fl. 1973 (Watertown, MA: Documentary Educational Resources (DER), 1985), 53 mins
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This film portrays aspects of an Afghan refugee's life - his living conditions in Peshawar and his longing to return to Herat. It is also about Amir's life as a professional musician and his relationships with other musicians in Peshawar. Between 1973 and 1977 John Baily carried out extensive ethnomusicological fieldwork on the urban music of Afghanistan, particularly in the western city of Herat. In 1985, he traveled to Peshawar to film Afghan r...
This film portrays aspects of an Afghan refugee's life - his living conditions in Peshawar and his longing to return to Herat. It is also about Amir's life as a professional musician and his relationships with other musicians in Peshawar. Between 1973 and 1977 John Baily carried out extensive ethnomusicological fieldwork on the urban music of Afghanistan, particularly in the western city of Herat. In 1985, he traveled to Peshawar to film Afghan refugees who were musicians and again met his old friend Amir Mohammad, from Herat. The film portrays aspects of Amir's life as a refugee - his living conditions in Peshawar and his longing to return to Herat. It is also about Amir's life as a professional musician and his relationships with other musicians in Peshawar. Musical performances include resistance songs at a Pakistani wedding. "It is a poignant production. The plight of refugees comes through and should leave no-one indifferent." — Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan, UN Co-ordinator Operation Salam
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Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
John Baily, fl. 1973, Amir Mohammad, Ahmad Wali Sultani, Shah Wali, 1952-
Author / Creator
John Baily, fl. 1973
Date Published / Released
1985
Publisher
Documentary Educational Resources (DER)
Person Discussed
Amir Mohammad
Topic / Theme
Pakistani, Afghan, Economic conditions, Cultural change and history, Islam, Ethnomusicology, Musicians, Cultural identity, Refugees, Ethnography, Pakistanis, Afghans
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Ancient Cultures, Ancient Cultures, Part 1
produced by KM Records, in Ancient Cultures (New York: Big Media, 2009), 25 mins
This episode examines the traditional cultures of the Mongols, the Nubans of Sudan, the Australian Aborigines, the Saami of Northern Scandinavia, and Papua New Guineans.
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produced by KM Records, in Ancient Cultures (New York: Big Media, 2009), 25 mins
Description
This episode examines the traditional cultures of the Mongols, the Nubans of Sudan, the Australian Aborigines, the Saami of Northern Scandinavia, and Papua New Guineans.
Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
KM Records
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
Big Media
Series
Ancient Cultures
Topic / Theme
Local customs, Cultural change and history, Cultural identity, Anthropology
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2009 by Big Media
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Ancient Cultures, Ancient Cultures, Part 2
produced by KM Records, in Ancient Cultures (New York: Big Media, 2009), 25 mins
This episode looks at the traditional cultures of the Maori of New Zealand, the San (Bushmen) of the Kalahari, the Bhutanese, the Waorani of the Amazon, and the Maasai of Kenya.
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produced by KM Records, in Ancient Cultures (New York: Big Media, 2009), 25 mins
Description
This episode looks at the traditional cultures of the Maori of New Zealand, the San (Bushmen) of the Kalahari, the Bhutanese, the Waorani of the Amazon, and the Maasai of Kenya.
Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
KM Records
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
Big Media
Series
Ancient Cultures
Topic / Theme
Local customs, Cultural change and history, Cultural identity, Anthropology
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2009 by Big Media
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Ancient Cultures, Ancient Cultures, Part 3
produced by KM Records, in Ancient Cultures (New York: Big Media, 2009), 10 mins
This episode looks at the traditional cultures of the Marsh Arabs and the Aka Pygmies.
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produced by KM Records, in Ancient Cultures (New York: Big Media, 2009), 10 mins
Description
This episode looks at the traditional cultures of the Marsh Arabs and the Aka Pygmies.
Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
KM Records
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
Big Media
Series
Ancient Cultures
Topic / Theme
Cultural identity, Local customs, Cultural change and history, Anthropology
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2009 by Big Media
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Ancient Mysteries, Season 3, Knights Templar
produced by Steven R. Talley, Tracey Benger, fl. 1995 and Susan Lutz, fl. 1996, Filmroos Inc., in Ancient Mysteries, Season 3 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1997), 45 mins
Ancient Mysteries is a series of one-hour documentaries exploring archaeological, historical, and cultural mysteries of the ancient past. Episode: Knights Templar: 900 years ago in the holy land of Muslims who fought the Crusaders suddenly were attacked by an unusual nightmare inspiring legions of armed force blad...
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produced by Steven R. Talley, Tracey Benger, fl. 1995 and Susan Lutz, fl. 1996, Filmroos Inc., in Ancient Mysteries, Season 3 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1997), 45 mins
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Ancient Mysteries is a series of one-hour documentaries exploring archaeological, historical, and cultural mysteries of the ancient past. Episode: Knights Templar: 900 years ago in the holy land of Muslims who fought the Crusaders suddenly were attacked by an unusual nightmare inspiring legions of armed force blades monks entitled Knights Templar. Who were these mysterious war cross.
Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Steven R. Talley, Tracey Benger, fl. 1995, Susan Lutz, fl. 1996, Filmroos Inc., Leonard Nimoy, 1931-2015
Date Published / Released
1997
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Ancient Mysteries
Speaker / Narrator
Malcolm Charles Barber, 1943-, Henry Lincoln, Leonard Nimoy, 1931-2015
Person Discussed
Malcolm Charles Barber, 1943-, Henry Lincoln, Hugues de Payens, 1070-1136, Philip IV of France, 1268-1314, Bernard, of Clairvaux, Saint, 1090-1153, Jesus Christ, 0006-0033
Topic / Theme
Churches, Soldiers, Catholicism, Bible, Religious cults, Religious beliefs, Traditional history, Islam, Christianity, Knights
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Copyright © 1997 A+E Networks. All Rights Reserved
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Ancient Mysteries, Season 3, Quest For The Holy Grail
produced by Truusje Kushner, Tracey Benger, fl. 1995 and Susan Lutz, fl. 1996, Filmroos Inc., in Ancient Mysteries, Season 3 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1997), 45 mins
Ancient Mysteries is a series of one-hour documentaries exploring archaeological, historical, and cultural mysteries of the ancient past. Episode: Quest For The Holy Grail: A staple in medieval legend, it sometimes appeared as a cup, a chalice, or a dish. Some say it was taken to England, where it became a part of...
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produced by Truusje Kushner, Tracey Benger, fl. 1995 and Susan Lutz, fl. 1996, Filmroos Inc., in Ancient Mysteries, Season 3 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1997), 45 mins
Description
Ancient Mysteries is a series of one-hour documentaries exploring archaeological, historical, and cultural mysteries of the ancient past. Episode: Quest For The Holy Grail: A staple in medieval legend, it sometimes appeared as a cup, a chalice, or a dish. Some say it was taken to England, where it became a part of the Arthurian legend. Was it the vessel from which Christ shared wine at the Last Supper?
Field of Study
Art & Architecture
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Truusje Kushner, Tracey Benger, fl. 1995, Susan Lutz, fl. 1996, Filmroos Inc., Leonard Nimoy, 1931-2015
Date Published / Released
1997
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Ancient Mysteries
Speaker / Narrator
Laurence Gardner, 1943-2010, Norris J. Lacy, 1940-, Caitlin Matthews, 1952-, John Matthews, 1948-, Leonard Nimoy, 1931-2015
Person Discussed
Laurence Gardner, 1943-2010, Norris J. Lacy, 1940-, Caitlin Matthews, 1952-, John Matthews, 1948-, Mary Magdalene, Arthur, legendary King of England, Jesus Christ, 0006-0033
Topic / Theme
Jesus Christ, Religious practices, Religious faiths, Religious artifacts, Spirituality, Spiritual healing, Traditional history, Bible, Christianity, Crucifixion of Jesus Christ, ca. 30 C.E., Europeans
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Copyright © 1997 A+E Networks. All Rights Reserved
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Ancient Powers, Episode 1, Origins
directed by Li Li, fl. 2023 and Ross Kirby, fl. 2022; produced by Li Li, fl. 2023 and Ross Kirby, fl. 2022, BBC Studios, in Ancient Powers, Episode 1 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2023), 48 mins
A new global approach to ancient history that unites the stories of the East and West. The remarkable story of the social, technological and physical challenges five powerful civilisations faced in their battle for survival and domination of the ancient world. These six programmes reveal an interconnected world...
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directed by Li Li, fl. 2023 and Ross Kirby, fl. 2022; produced by Li Li, fl. 2023 and Ross Kirby, fl. 2022, BBC Studios, in Ancient Powers, Episode 1 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2023), 48 mins
Description
A new global approach to ancient history that unites the stories of the East and West. The remarkable story of the social, technological and physical challenges five powerful civilisations faced in their battle for survival and domination of the ancient world. These six programmes reveal an interconnected world of trade, war and ideas, where each territory found different solutions to the same problems. Robust science, revealing archaeology an...
A new global approach to ancient history that unites the stories of the East and West. The remarkable story of the social, technological and physical challenges five powerful civilisations faced in their battle for survival and domination of the ancient world. These six programmes reveal an interconnected world of trade, war and ideas, where each territory found different solutions to the same problems. Robust science, revealing archaeology and stylish CGI present the distant past as never before - an epic game of strategy and luck.
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Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Li Li, fl. 2023, Ross Kirby, fl. 2022, BBC Studios, Terence Maynard, 1969-
Author / Creator
Li Li, fl. 2023, Ross Kirby, fl. 2022
Date Published / Released
2023
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Ancient Powers
Speaker / Narrator
Tom Mueller, fl. 1990, Kaleemullah Lashari, 1953-, Aliaa Ismail, fl. 2014, Simona Todaro, fl. 2005, Salima Ikram, 1965-, Terence Maynard, 1969-
Person Discussed
Tom Mueller, fl. 1990, Kaleemullah Lashari, 1953-, Aliaa Ismail, fl. 2014, Simona Todaro, fl. 2005, Salima Ikram, 1965-
Topic / Theme
Historic research for anthropology, Cultural diversity, Trade routes, Survival instinct, Ancient civilizations, Cultural change and history
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2023 BBC Worldwide
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