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, Oct 12 10:00 A.M. Melody Barnes     NH Explore (11.2)

Melody Barnes, Executive Director of the Karsh Institute for Democracy and former director of the White House Domestic Policy Council for Barack Obama, offers her thoughts on civics education, faith in government, and the presidency of Joe Biden.

Sat, Oct 12 5:30 P.M. Melody Barnes     NHPBS (11.1)

Melody Barnes, Executive Director of the Karsh Institute for Democracy and former director of the White House Domestic Policy Council for Barack Obama, offers her thoughts on civics education, faith in government, and the presidency of Joe Biden.

Sat, Oct 19 10:00 A.M. Nicole Hemmer     NH Explore (11.2)

Vanderbilt University history professor Nicole Hemmer discusses her latest book, Partisans, on the marked changes the GOP has undergone since the celebrated presidency of Republican icon Ronald Reagan nearly 40 years ago.

Sat, Oct 19 5:30 P.M. Nicole Hemmer     NHPBS (11.1)

Vanderbilt University history professor Nicole Hemmer discusses her latest book, Partisans, on the marked changes the GOP has undergone since the celebrated presidency of Republican icon Ronald Reagan nearly 40 years ago.

Sat, Oct 26 10:00 A.M. Julian Zelizer     NH Explore (11.2)

Julian Zelizer, professor of History and Public Affairs at Princeton University and CNN political analyst, puts the challenges we face as a nation today into historical context.

Sat, Oct 26 5:30 P.M. Julian Zelizer     NHPBS (11.1)

Julian Zelizer, professor of History and Public Affairs at Princeton University and CNN political analyst, puts the challenges we face as a nation today into historical context.

Sat, Nov 2 9:00 A.M. Melody Barnes     NH Explore (11.2)

Melody Barnes, Executive Director of the Karsh Institute for Democracy and former director of the White House Domestic Policy Council for Barack Obama, offers her thoughts on civics education, faith in government, and the presidency of Joe Biden.

Sat, Nov 2 10:00 A.M. Jonathan Eig     NH Explore (11.2)

Best-selling author Jonathan Eig discusses his acclaimed book King: A Life, the first major biography of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Sat, Nov 2 5:30 P.M. Jonathan Eig     NHPBS (11.1)

Best-selling author Jonathan Eig discusses his acclaimed book King: A Life, the first major biography of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Sat, Nov 9 9:00 A.M. Heather Cox Richardson     NH Explore (11.2)

Heather Cox Richardson, Boston College professor, author of Democracy Awakening, and writer of the daily newsletter, "Letters from an American," outlines the threats to American democracy throughout history and provides insight on how the nation can overcome its current challenges.

Sat, Nov 9 5:30 P.M. Heather Cox Richardson     NHPBS (11.1)

Heather Cox Richardson, Boston College professor, author of Democracy Awakening, and writer of the daily newsletter, "Letters from an American," outlines the threats to American democracy throughout history and provides insight on how the nation can overcome its current challenges.

Sat, Nov 16 9:00 A.M. Bill McRaven     NH Explore (11.2)

Admiral William McRaven, Navy Seal and leader of the U.

Sat, Nov 16 5:30 P.M. Bill McRaven     NHPBS (11.1)

Admiral William McRaven, Navy Seal and leader of the U.


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