Nebraska Public Media
Nebraska Stories | The Point is Poetry & More...
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- Nebraska Stories | The Point is Poetry & More...
- Runtime
- 28:18
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The Point Is Poetry, The Saddle Maker, The Sutton House, 2000 Souls
http://nebraskastories.org/videos/the-point-is-poetry/
"The Point Is Poetry"
Fingers start snapping at the sounds of wicked rhymes and impassioned performances featuring heart, humor and gut-wrenching personal stories. We see the four final teams competing in the largest poetry slam festival in the Midwest, Louder Than a Bomb - Great Plains, with high school teams from Ogallala, Waverly and Omaha (Duschene & Skutt) fighting for the highest score. Only one team can take home the Pop-Tart Trophy but the points are not the point… the point is Poetry.
http://nebraskastories.org/videos/the-saddle-maker/
"The Saddle Maker"
Lyle Henderson is a second generation saddle maker. Together with his wife, Lynda, the Henderson’s are turning the prosperous, long-time tradition into an international business. This cowboy is headin’ up!
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- Nebraska Stories | The Sutton House
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- 11:38
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- http://nebraskastories.org/videos/the-sutton-house/
Tour the only house in Nebraska designed and built by architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
The only house in Nebraska designed and built by architect Frank Lloyd Wright is located in McCook. Meet current owners, Van and Janet Korell, while enjoying a tour of their fully restored historic home. And, hear the backstory on the contentious relationship between Wright and Elizabeth Sutton from her great-grandchildren Patty Cordell, Stephanie Hurst, and Harvey Sutton, III.
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- Nebraska Stories | The Point is Poetry
- Runtime
- 8:31
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- http://nebraskastories.org/videos/the-point-is-poetry/
Four teams across Nebraska do battle with wicked rhymes and gutwrenching stories in the largest poetry slam in the Midwest, Louder Than A Bomb - Great Plains.
Fingers start snapping at the sounds of wicked rhymes and impassioned performances featuring heart, humor and gut-wrenching personal stories. We see the four final teams competing in the largest poetry slam festival in the Midwest, Louder Than a Bomb - Great Plains, with high school teams from Ogallala, Waverly and Omaha (Duschene & Skutt) fighting for the highest score. Only one team can take home the Pop-Tart Trophy, but the points are not the point… the point is poetry.
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- Nebraska Stories | 2000 Souls
- Runtime
- 2:35
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- http://nebraskastories.org/videos/2000-souls/
A University of Nebraska-Omaha art student draws attention to the 2000 Nebraska victims of sex trafficking through her art.
A University of Nebraska-Omaha art student draws attention to the 2000 Nebraska victims of sex trafficking by creating a flock of ceramic birds. The unique display at Omaha’s Eppley airfield is intended to raise awareness of the issue in Nebraska as well as funding for nonprofits that support victims of sex trafficking.
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- Nebraska Stories | Swapping Stories on The Buffalo Commons
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- 6:49
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- A visit to the Buffalo Commons Storytelling Festival.
After two decades of swapping stories, the Buffalo Commons Storytelling Festival in McCook is stronger than ever. We visit with one of this year’s featured performers, State Poet Twyla Hansen and meet some of the local storytellers keeping the heritage of the Plains alive with tales that are at times informative, sometimes challenging but always entertaining.
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- The Cooking Kuxhausens | Nebraska Stories
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- 6:31
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- A couple who enjoys cooking the foods of their Germans from Russia heritage.
Dick and Marlene Kuxhausen of Scottsbluff are two lovebirds whose recipe for a happy marriage includes plenty of time together in the kitchen cooking foods of their common heritage. In their own words, “They’re just two happy Germans from Russia.
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- Nebraska Stories | Art of The Unexpected & More...
- Runtime
- 26:09
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Art of the Unexpected, Lincoln Bike Kitchen, The Cooking Kuxhausens, Swapping Stories on The Buffalo Commons
“Art of the Unexpected”
We get a guided tour of the Flatwater Folk Art Museum in Brownville from former Sheldon Art Museum Director George Neubert. The Brownville museum is a marked departure from the fine art for which the Sheldon is known. Instead, the Flatwater represents Neubert’s lifelong obsession with folk art, featuring high-brow as well as some rather interesting low-brow works.
“Lincoln Bike Kitchen”
All it takes is a little elbow grease to get a set of wheels from the Lincoln Bike Kitchen. “The Kitchen” is a place where you can build a bike or get your own bike fixed for free… provided you volunteer as well. In this story, we meet the core team keeping the gears running at this fledgling nonprofit.
“The Cooking Kuxhausens ”
Dick and Marlene Kuxhausen of Scottsbluff are two lovebi...
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- Nebraska Stories | Art of The Unexpected
- Runtime
- 6:31
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- A Visit to the Flatwater Folk Art Museum
ake a guided tour of the Flatwater Folk Art Museum in Brownville from former Sheldon Art Museum Director George Neubert. The Brownville museum is a marked departure from the fine art for which the Sheldon is known. Instead, the Flatwater represents Neubert’s lifelong obsession with folk art, featuring high-brow as well as some rather interesting low-brow works.
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- Classroom Conversations: Nebraska's Death Penalty Vote
- Runtime
- 29:02
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- NET News helps voters learn about the death penalty issue by taking discussion to classrooms.
Should there be a death penalty in Nebraska? Voters will have the final word this fall, and NET News is helping them learn about the different aspects of the issue by taking the discussion to classrooms. The project is called “Classroom Conversations: Nebraska’s Death Penalty Vote.” NET News brought together advocates from each side of the issue to answer questions from students at Western Nebraska Community College in Scottsbluff, Northeast Community College in Norfolk and Metropolitan Community College in Omaha. These lively discussions are the foundation of a new 30 minute television program.
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- Nebraska Stories | The DeWitty Settlement & More…
- Runtime
- 25:04
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The DeWitty Settlement, Cosmic Films, A Pellet of Poison, Play Me I'm Yours
“The DeWitty Settlement”
DeWitty was the longest lasting, most successful black settlement in Nebraska. Located near the small town of Brownlee, DeWitty was established in 1906 and settled by former slaves and black Canadian immigrants. At a time when American cities were erupting in race riots, the black settlers of DeWitty and white residents of Brownlee peacefully coexisted and thrived together. Meet descendants of both communities as they gather to commemorate their shared history.
“Cosmic Films”
While growing up Bill Hedges worked as a projectionist at his small town’s movie theater. Later in life, after the theater had closed, the longtime Lyons resident bought the space and began converting it into his own personal film studio. The sci-fi buff has built sets for all kinds of futuristic scenes, a veritable cosmic playground in which to shoot a sci-fi T...
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- DeWitty was the longest lasting, most successful Black settlement in Nebraska
- Runtime
- 8:58
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Located near the small town of Brownlee, DeWitty was established in 1906 and settled by former slaves and Black Canadian immigrants. At a time when American cities were erupting in race riots, the Black settlers of DeWitty and White residents of Brownlee peacefully coexisted and thrived together. Meet descendants of both communities as they gather to commemorate their shared history.
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- Behind The Scenes At Antiques Roadshow Omaha
- Runtime
- 28:34
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Go behind-the-scenes of @RoadshowPBS with us during the Roadshow's recent Omaha taping and visit The Sutton House in McCook to learn the story behind Roadshow Exec. Producer Marsha Bemko's favorite 2004 Nebraska appraisal.
During Antiques Roadshow’s return visit to Omaha, we were given a backstage pass to record a behind-the-scenes documentary on the popular @PBS series. Taped over the course of two days, we had complete access to the Roadshow crew, appraisers, and guests. See what it takes to make America’s original treasure hunting show. Then, get an update on Executive Producer Marsh Bemko’s favorite appraisal from the Roadshow’s first visit to Omaha in 2004. When Patty Cordell and her sister, Stephanie Hurst, brought their family heirlooms for appraisal, they hoped but never dreamed they’d have an American treasure.
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- Nebraska Stories | Cosmic Films
- Runtime
- 5:51
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- A cosmic filmmaker’s playground
While he was growing up Bill Hedges worked as a projectionist at his small town’s movie theater. Later in life, when the theater closed, the longtime Lyons resident bought the space and converted it into his personal film studio. The sci-fi buff built sets for all kinds of futuristic scenes, a veritable cosmic playground in which to shoot a sci-fi series co-starring his cat.
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- Marie Curie and the first Native American doctor working together to help an Omaha chief with cancer
- Runtime
- 4:11
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The first Native American doctor and the first woman to win a Nobel Prize connect through a pellet of poison.
This story explores the brief intertwining of two remarkable women: the very first Native American doctor and a Nobel Prize winning scientist. In 1915, Dr. Susan LaFlesche Picotte, the first Native American doctor and the daughter of a powerful Omaha chief, lay dying of cancer in her home on the Omaha Indian Reservation. Picotte’s family reached out to the famous Madame Curie for a possible cure. Curie responded by sending a special package from France to Picotte’s home.
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Explore the characters, places and history that make our state unique by watching our playlist of hundreds of "Nebraska Stories" segme...
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- Lifestyle Gardening: Preparing Your Soil
- Runtime
- 28:03
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Planning and preparing your garden for the upcoming season
Lifestyle Gardening host Kim Todd focuses on a wide variety of gardening topics including getting ready for the upcoming growing season, growing your own food and ideas for making your home outside your door more beautiful.
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- Nebraska Mental Health: Who's Responding?
- Runtime
- 28:30
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- A discussion on how communities are responding to mental health needs.
“Nebraska Mental Health: Who’s Responding?” examines how law enforcement and communities are dealing with mental health calls. Experts discuss an innovative program of peer counseling in Lincoln, and the special challenges of providing services in rural areas."
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- These Students Know The Dirt!
- Runtime
- 3:01
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- A Regional Collegiate Soil Judging Competition might not be the most exciting spectator sport, but for those participating it is nerve-wracking, fast-paced and a whole lot of fun. See what soil scientists do when they're "in the pit," and how "soil" should never be called "dirt."
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- Bago Boys
- Runtime
- 29:02
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- Winnebago Boys Basketball State Championship
In 2015, the Winnebago Boys basketball team won their first state championship since 1940. NET chronicles the Bago Boys 2014-15 championship season. This 30 minute documentary, follows the team through their challenges both on and off the court as they journey to Lincoln seeking a Nebraska State Championship trophy!
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- The Villagers of Taylor | Nebraska Stories | NET Nebraska
- Runtime
- 5:28
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
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A small Nebraska town tries to double its population by creating a unique new set of residents.
"The Villagers of Taylor"
Meet the unusual villagers of Taylor and the artist, Marah Sandoz, who plans to double the town's population with her 1920's era life-size paintings. Producer: Mike Tobias
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- Musical Seedlings | Nebraska Stories | NET Nebraska
- Runtime
- 6:48
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
http://www.NETnebraska.org/nebraskastories
A groundbreaking music program teaches preschoolers how to play the violin.
"Musical Seedlings"
Classically trained musicians from the Omaha Conservatory of Music teach 3-6-year-olds to play the violin as part of as part of a groundbreaking free afterschool program unique to Nebraska that targets underserved communities in an effort to bolster early childhood education and foster a love for the arts.
Producer: Michele Wolford
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- Musical Seedlings & More | Nebraska Stories | NET Nebraska
- Runtime
- 28:50
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
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Wee sprouts play violins, the villagers of Taylor, baseball legend Bob Gibson, and revisit the 2010 National Special Olympics
"Musical Seedlings"
Classically trained musicians from the Omaha Conservatory of Music teach 3-6-year-olds to play the violin as part of as part of a groundbreaking free afterschool program unique to Nebraska that targets underserved communities in an effort to bolster early childhood education and foster a love for the arts.
Producer: Michele Wolford
"The Villagers of Taylor"
Meet the unusual villagers of Taylor, and the artist who brought them to this small Nebraska town, creating hundreds of life-size cutouts of 1920s era people in and around Taylor.
Producer: Mike Tobias
"Bob Gibson's Legacy"
He's an Omaha native who played 17 years with the St. Louis Cardinals and he's been in the Bas...
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- CyberSecuring a Future | Nebraska Stories
- Runtime
- 3:08
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
http://www.NETnebraska.org/nebraskastories
A team of high school students compete in a cyber security competition with real world implications.
"CyberSecuring A Future"
A team of Omaha South students competes against other Nebraska high schools in an event that has real world implications; protecting computer systems from cyber attack.
Producer: Mike Tobias
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- Brown Sheep Company | Nebraska Stories | NET Nebraska
- Runtime
- 4:32
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
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A successful, family-owned wool mill in Nebraska gets the attention of a New York designer.
"Brown Sheep Company"
There are only a handful of active wool mills in the United States, but one of the best is located in the Panhandle. Peggy Jo Wells and her husband, Robert, are producing wool that's not only sought after by crafters, but has also captured the eye of a New York designer.
Producer: Kay Hall
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- The Nebraska Arts Awards | Nebraska Stories
- Runtime
- 4:53
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
http://www.NETnebraska.org/nebraskastories
Students from Hyannis Area Schools and Lincoln High are honored for their contributions to the arts.
"The Nebraska Arts Awards"
Meet some of the most talented kids in Nebraska as two Nebraska schools, one urban and one rural, receive awards for best arts initiatives. We feature excerpts of performances in the Capitol rotunda and hear from participants about their achievements. Featured in this story are the young students from Hyannis and Lincoln selected to perform.
Producer: Michele Wolford
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- "Treating An Ash Tree" - an NET News Feature
- Runtime
- 2:40
- Date posted
- 10 years ago
- Description
- The emerald ash borer has killed millions of trees in the eastern U.S. In June, the bug was discovered in Nebraska for the first time. Homeowners and communities are now preparing to deal with the ash-killing insect. Learn more: http://bit.ly/29zEflE
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- Brown Sheep Company & More | Nebraska Stories | NET Nebraska
- Runtime
- 27:53
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
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We celebrate students in art and technology, visit a Nebraska wool mill, and enjoy nature.
"The Nebraska Arts Awards"
We meet some of the most talented kids in Nebraska as two Nebraska schools, one urban and one rural, receive awards for best arts initiatives. We feature excerpts of performances in the Capitol rotunda and hear from participants about their achievements. Featured in this story are the young students from Hyannis and Lincoln selected to perform.
Producer: Michele Wolford
"Brown Sheep Company"
There are only a handful of active wool mills in the United States, but one of the best is located in the Panhandle. Peggy Jo Wells and her husband, Robert, are producing wool that's not only sought after by crafters, but has also captured the eye of a New York designer.
Producer: Kay Hall
"CyberSecuring A Future"
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- Nacho Ride & More | Nebraska Stories
- Runtime
- 27:34
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
http://www.netnebraska.org/nebraskastories
In this episode... Nacho Ride, Fort Hartsuff, Folkloric Dancers, and a Love Letter to Louise.
Nacho Ride & More
"Nacho Ride"
Retired PE teacher Phil Wolfe wanted to do something to encourage people to be more active. So what did he do? He started the Lincoln Nacho Ride. What started with a humble number of four riders has grown to 200. Holy mole!
Producer: David Koehn
"Folkloric Dance"
Colorful costumes swirl to the rhythm of traditional Latin American music under the sandy buttes of Scottsbluff National Monument. Dance instructor Mary Ann Shockley reflects on her years of teaching the skills of Mexican baile to the children of the panhandle community.
Producer: Kay Hall
"Fort Hartsuff"
Fort Hartsuff sits along the North Loop River on the edge of the Sandhills. The former U.S. Army post was activ...
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- A Love Letter to Louise | Nebraska Stories
- Runtime
- 4:20
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
http://www.NETnebraska.org/nebraskastories
A long lost love letter from author Willa Cather to her friend Louise Pound.
When they were students at the University of Nebraska, Louise Pound was greatly admired by Willa Cather. In a youthful letter penned by now famous author, we get a glimpse into her world and her desire for women.
Producer: Christine Lesiak
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- Fort Hartsuff on the Sandhills Frontier | Nebraska Stories
- Runtime
- 4:17
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
http://www.NETnebraska.org/nebraskastories
Tour a 19th Century Army outpost on the edge of the Sandhills.
Fort Hartsuff sits along the North Loop River on the edge of the Sandhills. The former U.S. Army post was active during the waning years of the Indian Wars from 1874 to 1881. Today, the restored historic site provides tourists a look into the daily life of 19th Century Calvary soldiers.
Producer: Mike Tobias
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- Folkloric Dancers | Nebraska Stories
- Runtime
- 2:28
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
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The beauty of Mexican folk dance performed by children of the Scottsbluff community.
Folkloric Dancers
Colorful costumes swirl to the rhythm of traditional Latin American music under the sandy buttes of Scottsbluff National Monument. Dance instructor Mary Ann Shockley reflects on the joy of teaching Mexican baile to children of the panhandle community.
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- Nacho Ride | Nebraska Stories
- Runtime
- 3:38
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
http://www.NETnebraska.org/nebraskastories
Hit the MoPac Trail with a group of cyclists who trek the popular "Nacho Ride."
Nacho Ride
Retired PE teacher Phil Wolfe wanted to do something to encourage people to be more active. So what did he do? He started the Lincoln Nacho Ride. What began with a humble number of four riders has grown to 200. Holy mole!
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- Life Beyond Hoops | Nebraska Stories | NET Nebraska
- Runtime
- 3:52
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- A high school basketball player discovers the joy of friendship while mentoring a little boy.
See more stories like this at http://www.NETnebraska.org/nebraskastories
A high school basketball player befriends his biggest fan and remains a positive influence on his young friend's life.
Producer: Gavin Felix
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- The Swift Fox | Nebraska Stories | NET Nebraska
- Runtime
- 5:37
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- http://nebraskastories.org - It's the size of a cat, but a member of the dog family. It's Nebraska's most elusive wildlife, but it's on the endangered species list. Go in the field with UNL student researcher Lucia Corral to learn how she's trying to save the swift fox - an vital member of the Great Plains ecosystem.
Producer: Ryan Robertson
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- Life Beyond Hoops & More | Nebraska Stories | NET Nebraska
- Runtime
- 28:16
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- In this episode Nebraska Stories... Swift Fox, Life Beyond Hoops,
See more stories like this at
http://www.NETnebraska.org/nebraskastories
Skate for Change, Drawn to Fashion, Dust Covered Dreams
The Swift--A researcher tracks Nebraska's most elusive wildlife.
Life Beyond Hoops--A young player finds maturity in mentoring a young boy off the court.
Skate for Change--A group of young skateboarders are inspired to donate items to the homeless.
Drawn to Fashion--We explore the lost art of fashion illustration through the works of artist Mary Mitchell.
Dust Covered Dreams--A woman uncovers a long-held family secret about the struggles her family faced following the Dust Bowl.
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- The Saddle Maker | Nebraska Stories
- Runtime
- 4:15
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
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A visit with second-generation saddle maker Lyle Henderson.
Lyle Henderson is a second generation saddle maker. Together with his wife, Lynda, the Henderson's are turning the prosperous, long-time tradition into an international business. This cowboy is headin' up!
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- The Most Beautiful Man & More | Nebraska Stories
- Runtime
- 26:30
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
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The Nebraska man known as "the most beautiful man in the world" and a visit with a second-generation saddle maker.
In this episode Nebraska Stories...
"The Most Beautiful Man in the World"
He was once heralded as the "Most Beautiful Man in the World." Noted artist, poet and dancer Paul Swan grew up in Crab Orchard, Nebraska but made a name for himself in Paris and New York, painting and sculpting the likes of Isadora Duncan, Willa Cather and John F. Kennedy, among others. Through exhibits and artifacts on display at the Museum of Nebraska Art in Kearney, we explore the story behind this mysterious artist.
Producer: Michele Wolford
"The Saddle Maker"
Lyle Henderson is a second generation saddle maker. Together with his wife, Lynda, the Henderson's are turning the prosperous, long-time tradition into an international business. This cowboy i...
- Title
- The Most Beautiful Man in the World | Nebraska Stories
- Runtime
- 8:09
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
http://www.NETnebraska.org/nebraskastories
The dancer and artist known as "the most beautiful man in the world."
He was once heralded as the "Most Beautiful Man in the World." Noted artist, poet and dancer Paul Swan grew up in Crab Orchard, Nebraska but made a name for himself in Paris and New York, painting and sculpting the likes of Isadora Duncan, Willa Cather and John F. Kennedy, among others. Through exhibits and artifacts on display at the Museum of Nebraska Art in Kearney, we explore the story behind this mysterious artist.
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- The first Native American doctor built a hospital to help her tribe
- Runtime
- 6:52
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- As a child in frontier Nebraska, Susan La Flesche witnessed the death of a member of her tribe--because the agency doctor never showed up. The experience drove her to accomplish the seemingly impossible--to become the first Native American doctor and to build her own hospital on the Omaha reservation. Omaha means "against the current" -- so she was just being true to her Omaha culture. Two members of her tribe, Wehnona Stabler and Lisa Drum, tell Doctor Susan's story from the Omaha point of view. @UNLincoln Professor of History, Margaret Jacobs, offers insights into the Presbyterian Mission School on the reservation.
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Explore the characters, places and history that make our state unique by watching our playlist of hundreds of "Nebraska Stories" segments from over the many season of the series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLC417FA8FA359A688
You can also see behind-the-scenes p...
- Title
- Restoring the Self | Nebraska Stories | NET Nebraska
- Runtime
- 7:32
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
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A brain cancer survivor revives her life through art.
A young woman recovering from a brain injury due to a cancerous tumor discovers the healing power of art therapy in an effort to relearn basic life and coping skills.
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- Against the Current & More | Nebraska Stories | NET Nebraska
- Runtime
- 28:53
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at http://NETnebraska.org/nebraskastories
The 1st Native American doctor, Vets write to heal their wounds and a cancer survivor revives her life through art.
"Against the Current"
As a child in frontier Nebraska, Susan La Flesche witnessed the death of a member of her tribe--because the agency doctor never showed up. The experience drove her to accomplish the seemingly impossible--to become the first Native American doctor and to build her own hospital on the Omaha reservation. Omaha means "against the current" -- so she was just being true to her Omaha culture. Two members of her tribe, Wehnona Stabler and Lisa Drum, tell Doctor Susan's story from the Omaha point of view. UNL Professor of History, Margaret Jacobs, offers insights into the Presbyterian Mission School on the reservation. This is an excerpt from the NET documentary Medicine Woman.
Producer: Christine Lesiak
"The Warrior's Pen"
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- Nebraska Prison Reform
- Runtime
- 28:31
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- Panel discussion of prison reform in Nebraska
Panel discussion of prison reform in Nebraska, featuring Sen. Les Seiler, Sen. Kate Bolz, Director of Correctional Services Scott Frakes, and Deputy Ombudsman for Corrections James Davis III.
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- Kearney Goes to War: Remembering the Homefront
- Runtime
- 26:20
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- "Kearney Goes to War: Remembering the Homefront features Kearney, Nebraska’s important contributions during World War II.
""Kearney Goes to War"" features Kearney, Nebraska’s important military and community contributions during World War II. The program uncovers rare archival photos of the Kearney army airfield during WWII. Kearney's airfield, played a critical role in U.S. training efforts during World War II. Today the base sits mostly forgotten, but a group of UNK history students are using modern digital archiving methods to bring this history to light. The 30-minute documentary, ""Kearney Goes to War"" features on-camera interviews with historians and UNK student researchers. Today’s students express the importance of preserving local history for future generations."
- Title
- The Warrior's Pen | Nebraska Stories | NET Nebraska
- Runtime
- 4:57
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- See more stories like this at
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Healing the wounds of war through the power of the pen.
"The Warrior's Pen" -
Sharon Robino-West, a former Marine, is developing her writing skills to help her son. He, too, is a Marine veteran who suffers from PTSD related to serving in the Afghanistan War. Sharon is a student in the Warrior Writers Workshop (Lincoln), a program for active duty and military veterans. The free workshop for members of the military and their families provides a safe environment where vets like Robino-West can explore their personal experience as they learn the art of writing fiction and nonfiction. For some workshop participants, it may even help heal the quiet wounds of battle.
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- Meet the people behind Antiques Roadshow
- Runtime
- 4:59
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- When @RoadshowPBS came to Omaha to film a few episdoes of their hit television program, we just had to talk to the people who enjoy spending their summers working on one of the most popular series on @PBS. We were granted special access to capture behind-the-scenes footage during the Roadshow's Omaha taping. The production hums like a well-oiled machine run by a bucket of happy campers.
Have you ever gone to a taping of "Antiques Roadshow"?
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Explore the characters, places and history that make our state unique by watching our playlist of hundreds of "Nebraska Stories" segments from over the many season of the series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLC417FA8FA359A688
You can also see behind-the-scenes photos and other extras at https://NebraskaStories.org
Your stories are “Nebraska Stories.”
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- Title
- Pure Energy | Nebraska Stories | NET Nebraska
- Runtime
- 7:59
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- http://netnebraska.org/nebraskastories
2000 kids from 49 states compete in the 2015 National Science Olympiad .
2000 kids with the best rockets, racers, gliders, bridges, catapults and contraptions compete in the NATIONAL SCIENCE OLYMPIAD on the campus of the University of Nebraska. Bright minds from 49 states vie for the glory of champions and the fun of doing science. Featured in this story are Jon Pedersen, Tournament Director of the National Science Olympiad and Nebraskan Jake Winemiller, supervisor of the Bottle Rocket competition.
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- Rodeo Bullfighter | Nebraska Stories | NET Nebraska
- Runtime
- 2:12
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
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A profile of rodeo bullfighter Rowdy Moon.
As the bucking bull successfully launches the rider from its back during the Plum Creek Rodeo, young Rowdy Moon (Sargent) quickly snares the attention of the 1600-pound beast. Before the cowboy lands, the athletic bullfighter rapidly steps across the arena expertly dodging the business end of an angry horn. Rowdy hopes to go professional, but it will have to wait until the college freshman finishes school.
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- Pure Energy & More | Nebraska Stories | NET Nebraska
- Runtime
- 28:55
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
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A cowboy bullfighter, the National Science Olympiad, a look at America's favorite antique show, and more.,
"Rodeo Bullfighter"
As the bucking bull successfully launches the rider from its back during the Plum Creek Rodeo, young Rowdy Moon (Sargent) quickly snares the attention of the 1600-pound beast. Before the cowboy lands, the athletic bullfighter rapidly steps across the arena expertly dodging the business end of an angry horn. Rowdy hopes to go professional, but it will have to wait until the college freshman finishes school.
Producers: Grant Gerlock & Brian Seifferlein
"Science Olympiad"
2000 kids with the best rockets, racers, gliders, bridges, catapults and contraptions compete in the NATIONAL SCIENCE OLYMPIAD on the campus of the University of Nebraska. Bright minds from 49 states vie for the glory of champions and the fun of doing science. Featured in this story are Jon...
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- New Fans for Old Golf and More | Nebraska Stories | NET Nebraska
- Runtime
- 27:11
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
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New fans for old golf, a story of hope from a refugee, a spirit of Goodwill and a visit to the duck pin lanes of Potter.
"New Fans for Old Golf"
Meet golfers who've tossed their modern clubs out for a set antique irons and woods made from hickory and hand-forged steel. Hickory Golf is experiencing a resurgence and Omaha is leading the way.
""A Story of Hope"" -
A profile of Lincoln resident Abeny Kucha Tiir, a survivor of war-torn Sudan who has written a book about her experiences and is working on a second publication designed to encourage and empower other Sudanese women who have survived tragedies of their own.
""The Spirit of Goodwill"" -
We meet Steve Hennessey of Lincoln who, despite a learning disability and some significant challenges in life, has achieved 36 years of dedicated employment through Goodwill Industries and is the...
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- Campaign Financing
- Runtime
- 3:24
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
- What was your favorite action by the legislature this session?: svy.mk/1WJtNsA
As primary season approaches, would you like to know what interest groups support your state senator? It's public information NET News legislative reporter Fred Knapp dives into.
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- The Spirit of Goodwill | Nebraska Stories| NET Nebraska
- Runtime
- 5:48
- Date posted
- 11 years ago
- Description
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We meet Steve Hennessey of Lincoln, the Goodwill International Achiever of the Year.
We meet Steve Hennessey of Lincoln who, despite a learning disability and some significant challenges in life, has achieved 36 years of dedicated employment through Goodwill Industries and is the Goodwill International Achiever of the Year. "
