Thursday, 8 p.m.

Who are the Irish and where did they come from? These are the animating questions at the heart of Episode 1 as we piece together the fascinating jigsaw of Ireland's earliest inhabitants. We look at how the coming of Christianity transformed Ireland and the episode concludes by examining the complex story of the Vikings in Ireland and their legacy.

Friday, 8 p.m.

Brandy bikes the scenic Tammany Trace and visits Pat's Rest Awhile in Mandeville and tastes Southern cuisine with local chef Pat Gallagher. She learns about the city's history through the Explore Historic Mandeville QR Tour and steps inside the legendary Dew Drop Jazz and Social Hall. Brandy connects with Choctaw heritage at the Bayou Lacombe Museum and then has a craft beer tasting at Gnarly Barley Brewing Co. in Hammond.

Saturday, 8 p.m.

In LOVER, BELOVED - an experimental blend of film, theater and music - singer-songwriter Suzanne Vega reinterprets two lectures delivered by American author Carson McCullers at the 92nd St. Y in New York City. The program offers viewers insight into McCullers' life lessons, viewed through the many facets of love. The first lecture took place in 1941, after the success of her debut novel, The Heart is a Lonely Hunter. In this conversation, McCullers drank throughout, revealing messy romances and illnesses she experienced through the years. The second conversation, delivered 25 years later, found McCullers confronting her mortality and reminiscing about her novel and play, The Member of The Wedding. McCullers also reflected on her two failed marriages and romances with both sexes, ending her talk with the credo she forged with her husband. Suzanne's interpretation of the conversations emphasizes that agape love, or a selfless love, matters in this life, rather than erotic love. Ironically, McCullers, despite her compassion, was destined to solitude.

Sunday, 7 p.m.

The powerful story of former NBA player Robert Covington, who, rooted in grit, faith, and self-belief, defied the odds by transitioning from HBCU student to a decade-long career in the highest level of professional basketball. Finding his footing at Tennessee State University, he discovered not just his basketball potential but embraced the excellence and rich legacy of HBCUs.

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Thursday, 7:30 p.m.

The determination and spirit of America made us shoot for the stars and land on the moon. Gabe visits the Johnson Space Center and chats with an astronaut to find out why we're so determined to explore the space outside our planet.

Friday, 8:30 p.m.

Decorah, Iowa draws in many people with its charm. History lovers with Norwegian lineage come to research at Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum. Students come to learn at Luther College. Gardeners come to be inspired at Seed Savers Exchange.