Historical Context & Additional Resources
Resources to help us deepen our understanding of racism in America.
Black History & Historical Individuals
- Reconstruction: America After the Civil War with Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
- Black America Since MLK: And Still I Rise
- Project C: Lessons from the American Civil Rights Movement
- East Lake Meadows: Redlining | Stereotyping and the Narrative of the Welfare Queen
- American Icons: Malcom X | Rosa Parks | Muhammed Ali | Sojourner Truth | George Washington Carver | Martin Luther King Jr. | Jackie Robinson
- American Masters: James Baldwin | Maya Angelou | Lorraine Hansberry | August Wilson | Zora Neale Hurston | Bill T. Jones | Sammy Davis Jr. | Ralph Ellison
Race
- What is “Race”?
- Is Race Real?
- America After Ferguson: America and Race
- Confronting Anti-Black Racism
Racial Bias
- Confronting Bias
- Who, Me? Biased?: Understanding Implicit Bias
- Ruben Salazar: Man in the Middle: Objectivity and Bias in Journalism
Resources for Adults working with Children
- PBS Parents
- PBS LearningMedia (resources to share with young children)
- Collection: World Cultures Collection
- Video: Same/Different with Abby & Elmo
- Media Gallery: Alike & Different | Daniel Tiger’s Life’s Little Lessons
- Song: Count Me In | Sesame Street
- Song: What I Am | Sesame Street
- Song: You Are Special | Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood
- PBS NewsHour
- 6 Books to Read with Your Kids That Celebrate Differences and Diversity
- 13-year old Founder of #1000blackgirlbooks Shares Some of Her Favorite Reads
- The Talk
- It’s Never too Early to Talk to Your Kids About Race
- How One Parent Talks to His Biracial Kids About Race
- NPR
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man on fire
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Wednesday, 12/8 at 7:00 P.M. on WORLD -
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Wednesday, 12/8 at 8:00 P.M. on WORLD
Muhammad Ali Fights Cleveland 'Big Cat' Williams
Muhammad Ali takes on Cleveland "Big Cat" Williams at the Astrodome in Houston, Texas.
Preparing for The Rumble in the Jungle
Muhammad Ali arrives to praise in Kinshasa where he would soon fight George Foreman.
Cassius Clay Begins Training with Police Officer Joe Martin
Twelve-year-old Cassius Clay participated in his first amateur fight.
Critics Agree on Muhammad Ali
Critics agree Muhammad Ali is can't-miss television.
Ali, Activism & The Modern Athlete
A Q&A with Raina Kelley (moderator), Malcolm Jenkins, Claressa Shields, and Ken Burns.
Spanish Version | Round Three: The Rivalry (1970 - 1974)
Muhammad Ali regresa del exilio y se enfrenta dos veces a su mayor rival, Joe Frazier.
Spanish Version | Round Four: The Spell Remains (1974-2016)
Muhammad Ali sorprende al mundo al derrotar a George Foreman y se hace mundialmente famoso
Round Three: The Rivalry (1970 - 1974)
Muhammad Ali returns from exile and twice faces his greatest rival, Joe Frazier.
Round Four: The Spell Remains (1974-2016)
Muhammad Ali shocks the world by defeating George Foreman and becomes world famous.
Cassius Clay Changes His Name to Muhammad Ali
Elijah Muhammad offers Cassius a new name to secure his allegiance to the Nation of Islam.
Muhammad Ali's Devotion to Islam
Muhammad Ali's devotion to Islam grows, and in 1989 he makes a pilgrimage to Mecca.
Fighting Words Before the Thrilla in Manila
Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier prepare for their third fight, the Thrilla in Manila.
Muhammad Ali Marries Belinda Boyd in Chicago
In 1966, Muhammad Ali met 16-year-old Belinda Boyd at a Nation of Islam bakery.
Outlash Follows Muhammad Ali's Criticism of the Vietnam War
Muhammad Ali faces outlash after condemning the Vietnam War.
The Supreme Court Overturns Muhammad Ali's Conviction
In a shocking decision, the Supreme Court unanimously overturned Ali's conviction.
Muhammad Ali Is Found Guilty of Refusing the Draft
An all-white Houston jury found Muhammad Ali guilty of refusing the draft.
Muhammad Ali is Diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease
Upon retiring from boxing, Ali was forced to confront his deteriorating health.
Muhammad Ali Embarks on a Tour Across Africa
Ali's tour of Africa revealed the mighty boxer's worldwide social influence.
Muhammad Ali's Focus on Racial Justice
In an interview, Ali hinted at retiring, saying he'd rather fight for racial justice.
'I'm Free to be Who I Want to Be'
As Clay gained success, he was criticized for his socio-political and religious beliefs.
Round One: The Greatest (1942-1964)
Cassius Clay rises from boastful amateur boxer to contender for the heavyweight title.
Round Two: What's My Name? (1964-1970)
Muhammad Ali is banished from boxing for refusing induction into the Army.
Spanish Version | Round One: The Greatest (1942-1964)
Cassius Clay asciende de boxeador aficionado a contendiente por el tÃtulo de peso pesado.
Spanish Version | Round Two: What's My Name? (1964-1970)
Muhammad Ali es desterrado del boxeo por negarse a ingresar en el ejército.
Ali, Race & Religion
A Q&A with Ken Burns, Justin Tinsley (moderator), Ibtihaj Muhammad, and Sherman Jackson.
Trailer | Cured
When homosexuality was considered an illness to be "cured," LGBTQ activists fought back.
Behind the Scenes | Making Muhammad Ali
Ken Burns and others give an inside look at the making of Muhammad Ali.
Trailer | Independent Lens Fall 2021 Season
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Trailer #2: The Man
Muhammad Ali brings to life the boxing champion who became an inspiration across the globe
Official Trailer
Muhammad Ali brings to life the boxing champion who became an inspiration across the globe
Ali On The World's Stage
A Q&A with Ken Burns, Lonnae O'Neal (moderator), Janet Evans, and Todd Boyd.
Trailer | Home From School: The Children of Carlisle
Native Americans recover the remains of children who died at an Indian boarding school.
Ferguson Rises Aloe Blacc Performance Only
Ferguson Rises Aloe Blacc Performance Only
Ferguson Rises Aloe Blacc Intro and Performance
Ferguson Rises Aloe Blacc Intro and Performance
Trailer | Ferguson Rises
Michael Brown Sr. seeks justice after a white police officer kills his son in Ferguson.
Trailer | Storm Lake
Inside the family-run newspaper keeping local journalism alive.
Home From School: The Children Of Carlisle
Native Americans recover the remains of children who died at an Indian boarding school.
Duty Free
After losing her lifelong job, a mom teams up with her son to fulfill her bucket list.
Storm Lake
Inside the family-run newspaper keeping local journalism alive.
Trailer | Duty Free
After losing her lifelong job, a mom teams up with her son to fulfill her bucket list.
Ferguson Rises
Michael Brown Sr. seeks justice after a white police officer kills his son in Ferguson.
Ali the Man
A Q&A with Ken Burns, Jesse Washington (moderator), Rasheda Ali Walsh, and Howard Bryant.
When I'm Her
A former ballet prodigy finds refuge in his alter ego, a Russian ballet instructor.
Black Lives Matter Protest at Tulsa City Hall
Tulsa's Black Lives Matter protesters are met by armed militia groups at city hall.
Muhammad Ali - A Look Ahead
Muhammad Ali brings to life the boxing champion who became an inspiration across the globe
Senior Prom
For residents of an LGBTQ+ retirement home, "senior" prom takes on a whole new meaning.
A Legacy of Injustice
George Floyd's is just the latest injustice against Black Americans.
Majeste Pearson Sings The Black National Anthem
Tulsa native Majeste Pearson sings "Lift Every Voice and Sing"