Live from the LBJ Library with Mark Updegrove

LIVE FROM THE LBJ LIBRARY WITH MARK UPDEGROVE is an interview-style discussion program that covers an array of thought-provoking topics with some of today's brightest individuals. The series is hosted by author, historian and journalist Mark Updegrove, who interviews preeminent thought leaders - historians, authors, journalists, filmmakers, and others - with a focus on issues that are vital to America's future, including the state of our democracy and the importance of strong leadership.

Sat, Jul 25 10:00 A.M. Richard Linklater     NH Explore (11.2)

For over 40 years, Richard Linklater has made eclectic and iconic movies including "Dazed and Confused," "School of Rock," and "Boyhood, " and his latest acclaimed films, "Nouvelle Vague" and "Blue Moon.

Sat, Jul 25 5:30 P.M. Stacey Abrams     NHPBS (11.1)

Stacey Abrams became the first African American to serve as Georgia House Minority Leader, ran a historic campaign in the Georgia gubernatorial race, and continues to be a guardian of voting rights.

Sun, Jul 26 9:00 A.M. Stanley McChrystal     NH Explore (11.2)

Stanley McChrystal served in the U.S. Army for 34 years, rising to the rank of Four-Star General.

Sat, Aug 1 10:00 A.M. Stanley McChrystal     NH Explore (11.2)

Stanley McChrystal served in the U.S. Army for 34 years, rising to the rank of Four-Star General.

Sat, Aug 1 5:30 P.M. America 250 Compilation Episode     NHPBS (11.1)

"Live from the LBJ Library" celebrates America's 250th birthday by looking back at moments in the show that shed light on the American experience and our nation's rich history with reflections from Doris Kearns Goodwin, Andrew Young, Heather Cox Richardson, Bryan Cranston, Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, and others.

Sun, Aug 2 9:00 A.M. Amy Coney Barrett, Part 1     NH Explore (11.2)

In this two-part interview, conducted in front of a live audience at the LBJ Library, Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett talks to Mark about her book, Listening to the Law, her background in New Orleans, what she learned from her Supreme Court clerkship with the late Justice Antonin Scalia, and why, despite differences, the Supreme Court remains an example of bipartisan civility.

Sat, Aug 8 10:00 A.M. Amy Coney Barrett, Part 1     NH Explore (11.2)

In this two-part interview, conducted in front of a live audience at the LBJ Library, Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett talks to Mark about her book, Listening to the Law, her background in New Orleans, what she learned from her Supreme Court clerkship with the late Justice Antonin Scalia, and why, despite differences, the Supreme Court remains an example of bipartisan civility.

Sun, Aug 9 9:00 A.M. Amy Coney Barrett, Part 2     NH Explore (11.2)

In part two of our interview with Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett, conducted in front of a live audience at the LBJ Library around her book, Listening to the Law, Justice Barrett talks to Mark about the court's decision-making process, the dramatic rise of "shadow dockets," and why she believes Americans should have faith in our government.

Sat, Aug 15 10:00 A.M. Amy Coney Barrett, Part 2     NH Explore (11.2)

In part two of our interview with Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett, conducted in front of a live audience at the LBJ Library around her book, Listening to the Law, Justice Barrett talks to Mark about the court's decision-making process, the dramatic rise of "shadow dockets," and why she believes Americans should have faith in our government.

Sun, Aug 16 9:00 A.M. Ringo Starr     NH Explore (11.2)

Ringo Starr is, well, Ringo Starr. The legendary drummer talks to Mark about his 2026 album, "Long, Long Road," his deep-rooted love of country music, the magic of the Beatles, and memories that stand out from those storied Beatles years.

Sat, Aug 22 10:00 A.M. Ringo Starr     NH Explore (11.2)

Ringo Starr is, well, Ringo Starr. The legendary drummer talks to Mark about his 2026 album, "Long, Long Road," his deep-rooted love of country music, the magic of the Beatles, and memories that stand out from those storied Beatles years.

Sat, Aug 22 5:30 P.M. Richard Linklater     NHPBS (11.1)

For over 40 years, Richard Linklater has made eclectic and iconic movies including "Dazed and Confused," "School of Rock," and "Boyhood, " and his latest acclaimed films, "Nouvelle Vague" and "Blue Moon.

Sun, Aug 23 9:00 A.M. T-Bone Burnett     NH Explore (11.2)

In part one of this episode, legendary drummer, Ringo Starr, and Grammy and Oscar-winning music producer, T Bone Burnett, talk to Mark about their collaboration on Starr's album, "Long, Long Road" and why the Beatles continue to capture our imagination.

Sat, Aug 29 10:00 A.M. T-Bone Burnett     NH Explore (11.2)

In part one of this episode, legendary drummer, Ringo Starr, and Grammy and Oscar-winning music producer, T Bone Burnett, talk to Mark about their collaboration on Starr's album, "Long, Long Road" and why the Beatles continue to capture our imagination.

Sat, Aug 29 5:30 P.M. Stanley McChrystal     NHPBS (11.1)

Stanley McChrystal served in the U.S. Army for 34 years, rising to the rank of Four-Star General.

Sun, Aug 30 9:00 A.M. Jonathan Capehart     NH Explore (11.2)

Jonathan Capehart is a Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist, co-host of MS NOW's The Weekend, and author of the 2025 memoir, Yet Here I Am: Lessons from a Black Man's Search for Home.


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