"American Experience" combines dramatic re-enactments with commentary by historians and authors to present an absorbing look at the personalities, events and resources that have had a profound impact on the shaping of America's past and present. Many of the program's documentaries have received major honors in the broadcasting community, including Emmy, Peabodys and duPont-Columbia University awards.
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Wed, 7/22 at 2:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS WORLD
A profile of Lyndon B. Johnson examines his early years in Texas politics, early presidency, and war against poverty and discrimination.
Thu, 7/23 at 2:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS WORLD
A profile of Lyndon B. Johnson examines how he pushed through historical social legislation on a scale that rivaled FDR's New Deal before his presidency began to ravel.
Thu, 7/23 at 8:30 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS HDTV
A profile of Lyndon B. Johnson examines how he pushed through historical social legislation on a scale that rivaled FDR's New Deal before his presidency began to ravel.
Fri, 7/24 at 1:30 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS HDTV
A profile of Lyndon B. Johnson examines how he pushed through historical social legislation on a scale that rivaled FDR's New Deal before his presidency began to ravel.
Fri, 7/24 at 8:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS HDTV
Tracking the early years of the space race, beginning in 1957, as the U.S. struggles to catch up with the Soviet Union.
Sat, 7/25 at 2:00 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS HDTV
Tracking the early years of the space race, beginning in 1957, as the U.S. struggles to catch up with the Soviet Union.
Mon, 7/27 at 2:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS WORLD
How Ronald Reagan's opponents underestimated him as he made the transition from acting to public office.
Tue, 7/28 at 2:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS WORLD
Actor Ronald Reagan turns to politics, gaining popularity and stirring controversy as president.