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How the "Chickasaw Classical Composer" Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate Draws on North American Indian Culture

Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate, who scored two recent WTTW documentaries, uses Chickasaw and other North American Indian music and stories as source material for his classical compositions. "I have a mission in my music," he says.
Julien Baptiste in season 2 of Baptiste. Photo: Two Brothers Pictures & All3Media International

Drama

'Baptiste' Recap: Season 2 Episode 6

Baptiste and Emma desperately set out to stop whatever is being planned, and begin to fear that Will is in danger as season two of Baptiste comes to a close.
"Pupils of this school" Carlisle Indian Training School, 1885. Image: Courtesy of Repository: National Archives and Records Administration

History

'Home from School' Tells One Story of Indian Boarding Schools in Order to Heal

The new documentary Home from School tells the story of the Northern Arapaho's efforts to repatriate the remains of three children who died at an assimilationist boarding school more than a century ago. “This film talks about closing those cycles [of generational trauma]," says an associate producer.
Will and Geordie praying in 'Grantchester.' Photo: Masterpiece and Kudos

Drama

'Grantchester' Recap: Season 6 Episode 8

When Geordie involves himself in a case on his friend Johnny's request, he faces multiple crises: in his friendship, in his marriage, and in a confrontation with the past. Recap the season finale of Grantchester here.

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Reggie in the season 11 'Call the Midwife' Christmas special. Photo: BBC/Nealstreet Productions/Sally Mais
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Savory Sweet Potato Gratin from 'Milk Street'
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Cookie Monster, Elmo, Ji-Young, Tamir, Abby Cadabby, and Big Bird. Image: Sesame Workshop
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Dame Maggie Smith in 'Downton Abbey.'
The first extended trailer for the upcoming Downton Abbey: A New Era has been released, which just might hold us over until the film's release on March 18, 2022.
Julien Baptiste in season 2. Photo: Two Brothers Pictures and all3media international
Baptiste and Emma learn that another attack is being planned and try desperately to learn more about it in order to prevent it, while also trying to discover more about Emma's son Will.
Leonard in prison. Photo: Masterpiece and Kudos
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Trixie and Matthew Aylward in 'Call the Midwife.' Photo: Neal Street Productions
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Ligurian Potato, Green Bean, and Mushroom Gratin from 'Milk Street'
Green bean casserole may be a classic Thanksgiving side dish, but in case you want to switch it up from the cream of mushroom kind, Milk Street has a hearty Italian casserole filled out with potatoes and fresh mushrooms.
Michael and Kamilla Agoston in 'Baptiste.' Photo: Two Brothers Pictures & All3Media International
Baptiste, Emma, and Zsofia find clues implicating Kamilla Agoston and her husband Michael as involved in some shady dealings related to the disappearance of Emma's family, and continue to try to locate her son Will. 
Will, the Bishop, and Henry Jones in 'Grantchester.' Photo: Masterpiece and Kudos
The bishop appoints a new curate to Grantchester, but no one is in the mood to welcome him, given that he's Leonard's replacement. A student protest gone wrong leads Will and Geordie to investigate, and into an argument. 
Sarita Gupta in 'Call the Midwife.' Photo: Neal Street Productions
Sister Frances tries to increase outreach to Poplar's South Asian community as a young mother struggles with a childhood trauma. Trixie takes a stand after witnessing a difficult situation, causing consternation in the community.
A selection of Indian mithai, or confections. Photo: iStock
“It is the most important holiday for our community,” says the Chicago-based cookbook author Anupy Singla. She explains the Hindu religious holiday's significance and some of the delicious dishes that are served up during it. 
Cherokee Nation citizen James Greg Bilby as Sequoyah in 'Searching for Sequoyah.' Photo: Karl W. Schmidt
A new documentary explores the legacy and mysterious life of Sequoyah, who created the Cherokee writing system despite being illiterate in any other language. The team behind the film discusses its importance to them as Native scholars and filmmakers. 
Julien Baptiste and Emma Chambers in season 2 of 'Baptiste.' Photo: Two Brothers Pictures & All3Media International
Emma and Baptiste discover a possible clue on Emma's son Alex's laptop while Zsofia tries to prevent possible violence at the upcoming speech of a politician.
Leonard, Will, and Geordie in court in 'Grantchester.' Photo: Masterpiece and Kudos
As Leonard goes to trial, a bank robbery serves as a distraction for Geordie and Will, the latter of whom wants to testify on behalf of Leonard but is warned against it because of the possible repercussions for himself.