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American Masters

Marian Anderson: The Whole World in Her Hands

Season 36 Episode 2 | 1hr 53m 01s

Discover an international singer who captivated royalty in Europe and defied the conscience of 1939 America. Watch rare archival footage and hear audio recordings exploring her life and career from the Metropolitan Opera to the State Department.

Aired: 02/07/22 | Expires: 03/31/23
Marian Anderson: The Whole World in Her Hands
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Jonathan Thunder: Good Mythology
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Special: 14:11
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In The Making
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Dr. Tony Fauci
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Dr. Tony Fauci
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Preview: S37 E2 | 2:18
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Clip: S37 E2 | 4:34
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Dr. Fauci visits D.C. to battle vaccine hesistancy
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Clip: S37 E2 | 7:02
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Clip: S37 E2 | 1:46
In The Making | Season 2
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Special: 15:33
In The Making: Season 2
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In The Making: Season 2
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Preview: 1:18
In The Making | Season 2
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Special: 13:51
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Clint Eastwood loved "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face"
Clint Eastwood loved Roberta Flack's song "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face."
Clip: S37 E1 | 2:42
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In The Making
Watch • 1:51:39
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In The Making
Follow two performers as they break down barriers in opera and country music.
Episode: S37 E3 | 1:51:39
Dr. Tony Fauci
Watch • 1:53:11
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Dr. Tony Fauci
Join Dr. Anthony Fauci as he reflects on his life and career as a public health advocate.
Episode: S37 E2 | 1:53:11
Roberta Flack
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Roberta Flack
Discover music icon Roberta Flack’s rise to stardom and triumphs over racism and sexism.
Episode: S37 E1 | 1:23:33
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Episode: S36 E3 | 1:23:57
Ailey
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Becoming Helen Keller (Extended Audio Description Version)
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Episode: S35 E12 | 1:36:11
Becoming Helen Keller
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Becoming Helen Keller
Revisit the remarkable career and life of an icon who became a human rights pioneer.
Episode: S35 E11 | 1:22:50
Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go For It
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Buddy Guy: The Blues Chase The Blues Away
Dive into the career of the legendary blues guitarist.
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