February 1, 2024
Every February and throughout the year, WHRO celebrates Black history by airing documentaries, profiles, and performances highlighting the impact and achievements of African Americans.
We will share our favorite Passport programs celebrating and embracing our diverse community this month. We are particularly excited about Dr. Henry Lewis Gates's new series Gospel, premiering February 4th in Passport and the 12th on broadcast, and look forward to sharing this along with the stellar new programs below.
Heather Mazzoni, Chief Content Officer
Now on to the shows
America ReFramed: The Cost of Inheritance
The Cost of Inheritance, an America ReFramed special, explores the complex issue of reparations in the U.S. using a thoughtful approach to history, historical injustices, systemic inequities, and critical dialogue on racial conciliation. Through personal narratives, community inquiries, and scholarly insights, it aims to inspire understanding of the scope and rationale of the reparations debate. Watch now
Nature: Big Little Journeys
Small animals, even tiny ones, must sometimes make epic journeys to find a home or a mate. While the distances may not seem monumental to us, to these little creatures, the journey is monumental. Grasses appear like skyscrapers, mounds become mountains, and raindrops fall as big as cars. Meet six heroic, tiny travelers risking it all to complete big journeys against the odds. Watch now
Austin City Limits
The longest running music series in American television, Austin City Limits features contemporary artists from all genres including new performances from the Foo Fighters, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit to Rodrigo and Gabriela featuring the Austin Symphony...simply live music at its best! Binge now
Hotel Europa, Season 1 from Walter Presents
Based on actual events that helped shape Germany between the wars, this is the dramatic chronicle of a hotel frequented by Charlie Chaplin, Konrad Adenauer, and Adolf Hitler. From Walter Presents, in German with English subtitles. Binge now
Mark Your Calendar
Gospel with Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Acclaimed scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores Black spirituality in sermon and song. For over a century, there is one sound that has been a constant source of strength, courage, and wisdom from the pulpit to the choir lofts: gospel. Premieres on Passport, February 4. Watch the preview