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A first look at the stunning new science series hosted by astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson. For a discussion of the relation of science and religion in the first episode, go here.

Tony Benn, a leading figure of the Labour Party for two generations, gives an impassioned 10 minute history lesson. An obituary for Benn, who died on Mar 14, is here. 

To understand creation science, you should get straight the difference between a cynic and a hypocrite.

Documentary: the true story of a judge who harvested cash from sending kids who came before him to prison.

This telling begins with John Lomax and Huddie Ledbetter, then moves on to Woody Guthrie, the seeds of the protest movement, Pete Seeger and left politics.

How many ways could you arrive at a flash performance of Verdi's Aida? Start with a violinist on a Harley ...

The extreme cold that hit much of the U.S. in January is explained by NASA scientist Eric Fetzer

Whoopi Goldberg's directorial debut dives into the legacy of Moms Mabley, the first female stand-up comedienne. Available on DVD or HBOGo.