Bobby Cat asks Al Paca about the drink that he's making; the question turns into a conversation about Juneteenth.

Al Paca and his neighbor Bobby Cat briefly discuss some of Al's favorite figures in Black History.

Al Paca and his neighbor Bobby Cat briefly discuss some of Al's favorite figures in Black History.

Al Paca and his neighbor Bobby Cat briefly discuss some of Al's favorite figures in Black History.

Al Paca and his neighbor Bobby Cat briefly discuss some of Al's favorite figures in Black History.

Katherine Johnson is known for being human computer and one of the original Hidden Figures at the National Advisory Committee, [...]

This mobile of feathery clouds will twist and turn in a gentle breeze. It even includes rain clouds with sparkling [...]

The men and women who live and work on the International Space Station take thousands of photographs of their home [...]

Hygiene, eating, sleeping — life operates a tad differently when you're in space. Join NASA Astronaut Jessica Meir as she [...]

NASA Spacesuit Engineer Lindsay Aitchison answers the question “How are we going to the Moon?” She addresses key questions about [...]

PBS Books asked your favorite authors a very important question: What's your favorite ice cream flavor?

PBS Books asked your favorite authors a pressing question: What's your favorite pizza topping?

PBS Books caught up with author Victoria Schwab to ask her some pressing questions.

PBS Books caught up with author Jarret J. Krosoczka to ask him some pressing questions.

PBS Books caught up with author Faith Erin Hicks to ask her some pressing questions.

PBS Books caught up with author RJ Palacio to ask her some pressing questions.

PBS Books caught up with author Ngozi Ukazu to ask her some pressing questions.

PBS Books caught up with author Holly Black to ask her some pressing questions.

How young men of color in Washtenaw County and mentors from Washtenaw My Brother's Keeper built a community through producing a full-length studio hip-hop album.

The history of women in astronomy is fascinating and inspiring— women like Caroline Herschel, Phoebe Waterman Haas and Vera Rubin have been making discoveries and contributions in astronomy for over 200 years

Meet the influential author and key figure of the Harlem Renaissance

The true inventor of America's favorite board game may be a woman you've never heard of: Lizzie Magie.

Explore the incredible and unsung stories of history’s most notorious women pirates.

Betty White discussed the groundbreaking work of Carol Burnett and Lucille Ball.

These characters reveal to us Jane Austen's insight into her growth as an author her politics.

Songwriter Les McCann described seeing Roberta Flack perform with all of that "getting-togetherness," referencing the soulful and central quality of Black music.

Gloria Steinem spoke about Marilyn Monroe's lasting legacy, what she represented to women and men, and how the advent of the women's movement could have provided her the support she desperately needed.

Episode 4: In this episode, Beyond the Canvas celebrates the enormous artistic contributions of Black women.

Look into women’s professional football, check in at the Belmont Hotel and discover three generations of owners and managers, and more.

The Alba Bales House at North Dakota State University in Fargo once served as a training site for students in Home Economics.

The early years of the movement, all the way to the passing of the 19th Amendment on August 18, 1920.

Dive into the rich history, culture and commerce of our state.

See what students took away from the Great Lakes Broadcast and Sports Media Academy at Ford Field.

DIA staff-artists Ani Garabedian and Stephanie Sucaet-Felczak complete the overpainting of a community partnership mural in Lake Orion, Michigan.

Learn about the art and artistic process of Sajeev Visweswaran, a visual artist based in New Delhi and Ann Arbor.

Learn about the art and artistic process of Nabeela Najjar, a costume and fashion designer located in Detroit, Michigan.

Learn about the art and artistic process of Kayla Powers, a weaver and natural dyer living and working in Detroit, Michigan.

Now residing in Detroit, James was born in Flint, Michigan, and recalls one of his earliest childhood memories of attending career day in the second grade as an artist.

Learn about the art and artistic process of Desiree Kelly, an award-winning artist and a native to Detroit, Michigan.

Have you ever heard the sound of a steel tongue drum? Detroit musician Demetrius Thomas demonstrates this beautiful instrument which he uses to explore otherworldly and unplugged sonic environments.

Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) gallery teacher Andrea Del Rio   discusses "Firefly: Portrait of the Artist with Cosmic Bubble" by American sculptor Jim Pallas.

Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) gallery teacher Andrea Del Rio  discusses "Happy World" by Ik-Joong Kang.

Have you ever heard the sound of a steel tongue drum? Detroit musician Demetrius Thomas demonstrates this beautiful instrument which he uses to explore otherworldly and unplugged sonic environments.

Inspired by American artist Elliott Erwitt's "Stinson Beach Boy with Kite, 1975" — make a simple kite at home, using [...]

Learn about the art and artistic process of Rachelle Baker, a multi-disciplinary artist from Detroit, Michigan.

Cylinder seals are tiny stone artifacts that were first created in the 4th millennium B.C.E., in tandem with the advent [...]

Inspired by the pre-Colombian Coiled Snake Idol in the DIA's collection — learn how to create your own spiral snake, [...]

How do connected vehicles talk to each other anyways? Elise Feldpausch, MDOT connected vehicle specialist, takes you on an adventure discussing the safety benefits of CAV and why MDOT is involved in the CAV game in the first place.

Healthcare relates to planning, managing, and providing therapeutic and wellness services, diagnostic services, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development.

Assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and improve or correct disabling conditions resulting from disease or injury.

Curious about coding? Meet Kinsley, a software engineer at Facebook.

Meet Tess, a software engineer at Google.

Work on a difficult task to build a strong foundation.

Curious about coding? Meet Kinsley, a software engineer at Facebook.

Only 3% of Black students learn computer science in high school or beyond. Inspire or encourage a Black student to try computer science, and let them know they belong.

Chat with basketball star Stephen Curry on the importance of computer science.

Computers are all around us, but what really makes a computer, a computer? Explore the history of computers and the [...]

Join the creators of Minecraft Education Edition to get in inside look at how their teamwork works.

The creators of Minecraft Education Edition discuss the rules they use to work as a team.

Diatribe teaching artists talk about what "normal" means to them.

The Diatribe teaching artists talk about representation and what it means to them. What does representation mean to you?

What makes you... you? Teaching artists from Grand Rapids' The Diatribe share what they love the most about themselves.

Fill your page with leaves festooned with elaborate patterns and textures.

Draw flowers from the top to the bottom of the roots, as though the full plan was visible through the dirt.

Trick the eye and draw a 3-D Heart Optical Illusion.

Express yourself! Learn to create convincing facial expressions and how to convey a range of emotions.

Create an entirely different type of self-portrait!

Discover the amazing art of Alma Thomas and make your own abstract, color field drawing.

Explore how to use shading techniques to draw a lollipop that looks real enough to eat!

Gotta figure out a way to clean up this mess. It’s gonna take a master plan and imagination to do [...]

These four women from around the world have fought bravely to save the environment. Our heroes are Rachel Carson from [...]

 Did you know you can grow things right in your own backyard? Doesn’t matter where you live. All you need [...]

 There’s too much trash, but you can help. Learn about what types of things can be recycled (and which things [...]

Hum along with a singing squirrel who prompts a young boy to "get outside" to observe and enjoy the wonders [...]

Bugs might "bug" you sometimes, but they've got important work to do to keep nature in balance. Here's some reasons [...]

As we go along the trail in Oakwoods Metropark, we are looking for signs of animals. If we’re lucky we might see something like a beaver chew!

This time on the trail we found a sign from a deer that has ventured through Oakwoods Metropark.

With this video we will look closely at those eggs, discover what is inside of them, have a fun little experiment and more!

In early March 2020, some Metropark interpreters presented hatching programs to several elementary schools in Southeastern Michigan.

Learn about eastern tiger salamanders and watch Helga enjoy some yummy meal worms.

Learn about the two fox species we have here in Michigan. Discover what makes each fox unique and learn some ways to identify them.

Take a virtual trip outside with your Metroparks. This time on the trail we found a sign from a skunk that has ventured through Willow Metropark.

Much of what makes a tree is the basic structure and form. Single stems (trunks) and at least 30 feet in height, at maturity, often defines a “tree”.

Much of what makes a tree is the basic structure and form. Single stems (trunks) and at least 30 feet in height, at maturity, often defines a “tree”.

https://youtu.be/Bzljedb0kDATree identification is a popular hobby and one of the first steps in better understanding our forests. Part 1 of [...]

https://youtu.be/lTbNWcxedYMTree identification is a popular hobby and one of the first steps in better understanding our forests. Part 2 of [...]

Yup, it's true! Trees employ both photosynthesis AND respiration, although some people associate respiration only with animals.

Much of what makes a tree is the basic structure and form. Single stems (trunks) and at least 30 feet in height, at maturity, often defines a “tree”.

Livestock Instructor Mrs. Rachael talks to us about the creative use of Ducks on some farms.

MSU Tollgate Farm explores the BIG questions, 'What is a tree? How are trees alike and different?' Join us on [...]

Build your own tool to explore the different colors and shapes outside in your neighborhood.

Learn how wind turbines work in this engaging video by the National Renewable energy Laboratory (NREL). This video is part [...]

Ranger Jordan Camp talks gila monsters and Chris shares a cool citizen science project.

Paleontology curator Gabe Santos shows Chris fossils that could be found in the Grand Canyon.

Saguaro National Park receives about 10 inches of rain a year, but has some of the highest biodiversity in North American. Learn how plants and animals are adapted to a hot and dry environment.

Gabe Santos share his journey to become a paleontologist and how he uses Star Wars cosplay to teach kids about the Earth.

Chris and Gabe Santos explain how you can learn about the Earth's history by learning how to read the rock layers.

Ranger Cam Juarez shares how environmental justice can hit close to home and the work he does to educate the public and engage his community.

Caprice Phillips shares how trips to her grandparent's home in rural Arkansas with her first telescope inspired her to search for planets outside our solar system and why representation in science is so important.

Dr. Vernon Morris talks about his work learning about our atmosphere and why increasing access to STEM careers is his passion.

Michelle Barboza Ramierez shares her passion for rocks and teaching the public about geology.

Death Valley is one of the driest places in North America - but only about a 100 miles from a forest of Giant Sequoia trees. How can these two completely different ecosystems exist right next to each other?

Host Michelle Barboza Ramirez asks Chris the tough questions on the relative age of rock layers.

Jeremy Jones and Jamil Cary explain how succulents are adapted to dry environments and gives some hot tips on how to grow them at home.

Ranger Michael Raymonds explains why giant sequoias get so giant and how they've adapted to the Sierra Mountains.

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Director of Microbiology Dr. Roberto Vargas worked long hours running tests at a hospital in Rochester, New York. Because of the risk of exposure, he made the difficult decision to isolate himself from his wife, Susan, and their four young kids. At the time of this conversation, he was living in the basement of their home. Using StoryCorps Connect, Dr. Vargas spoke virtually with his wife Susan and their 10-year-old son Xavier about the toll that this setup has taken on them, and the ways they have come together as a family despite the distance.

On January 28, 1986, NASA Challenger mission STS-51-L ended in tragedy when the shuttle exploded 73 seconds after takeoff. On board was physicist Ronald E. McNair, who was the second African American to enter space. But first, he was a kid with big dreams in Lake City, South Carolina.

To Crescenciana Tan, family meant everything. After years of labor in the Philippines, she came to the U.S. to help raise her grandchildren, who called her Lola. Using StoryCorps Connect, her grandson, Kenneth, told his mother Olivia about the greatest lesson Lola taught him.

“You’re my favorite person to talk about space to.” Joey Jefferson, a Mission Operations Engineer at NASA, talks with his [...]

Allen Hoe was as a combat medic in Vietnam. His oldest son, Nainoa K. Hoe, served as a first lieutenant infantry officer with the Army’s 3rd Battalion in Iraq. In January 2005, while leading his men through Mosul, Iraq, Nainoa was killed by sniper fire. He was 27. On Memorial Day in 2005, Allen traveled from Hawaii to Washington, D.C. for an event honoring Army nurses returning home from the war. He remembers meeting the Army nurse who had cared for his son after he had been shot and killed during combat in Mosul, Iraq.

“You know, it’s the little things that you do day in and day out that I admired for the last 8 years. I don’t think you can find a better person to be friends with.” Every week, Herman Travis loads up a heavy shopping cart full of groceries from a food bank to bring to elderly neighbors in a low-income housing complex. Over time, he’s become close with the residents, including Robert Cochran. Together they came to StoryCorps to talk about how meaningful this weekly gesture has become to them both.

In this episode of Animal Welfare Tales, we share the stories of Buster and Trio, two thoroughbred horses who were rescued from the horse racing industry and found sanctuary at the Detroit Zoo.

Join us in this episode of Celebrating Science as we spotlight the director of the National Amphibian Conservation Center, Dr. Ruth Marcec-Greaves and see. See how her love of amphibians has shaped her life from the very beginning.

When it comes to fairytales not all amphibians are treated equally. Join Zahraa, education specialist for the Detroit Zoological Society, to separate the myths from the misconceptions about frogs and toads.

When people visit the Detroit Zoo, they often head straight for our many animal habitats. These habitats and their animal inhabitants are amazing, but they are not the only places at the Zoo that are worth checking out. In this special series, Secret Zoo, we will share some of the Detroit Zoo’s less known, but equally fascinating features. This first episode focuses on three of the Detroit Zoo’s hidden greenspaces.

https://youtu.be/pI3ms_Pu4XgEnjoy the Detroit Zoo’s AniMinute series where we introduce you to individual animals living at the Detroit Zoo. In this [...]

Why don't hens and hawks get along? Join David, educator and storyteller, as he tells the tale of the hawk and the hen through visual storytelling. 3:36 What gives hyenas their unusual walking style? Join David, educator and storyteller, as he tells the tale of "The Hyena and the Crow"

What gives hyenas their unusual walking style? Join David, educator and storyteller, as he tells the tale of "The Hyena and the Crow" through visual storytelling.

https://youtu.be/FcR-1eO98EsDid you know that bees, birds, wild animals, and humans are all connected? David tells us a story to illustrate [...]

Why do giraffes stand so tall? Join David, educator and storyteller, as he tells the tale of "When the Giraffes First Raised Their Necks" through visual storytelling.

Have you ever wondered why mosquitoes always seem to be buzzing in our ears? Join David, educator and storyteller for the Detroit Zoological Society, as he tells the story of the mosquito.

https://youtu.be/7br-LSLZvMY Join David, educator and storyteller, as he tells the tale of “Why Turtles Live in Water” through visual storytelling.