In the Americas With David Yetman.

In the Americas With David Yetman

Host David Yetman explores the landscapes, people and history of North America and South America. Stops along the way include the glacier-carved barrens of northern Canada, Mayan temples in Guatemala, ancient fortresses in Mexico and the Great Lakes of North America. Natives, immigrants, island mainlanders, pastoralists and city dwellers offer insight into their lives, work and homes. Episodes also feature visits to the wild mountains of western Argentina and volcanoes in Hawaii, Chile and Alaska.

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UPCOMING EPISODES

Sat, 7/5 at 11:30 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS HDTV

Islands in the Desert

Visiting three of southern Arizona's Sky Islands, mountain ranges that rise up from the desert, producing a dramatic change in landscapes and habitats.

Sat, 7/12 at 11:30 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS HDTV

Kites of the Dead in Guatemala

The Kaqchikel Mayas of Guatemala celebrate the Day of the Dead with a festival of kites, whereby hundreds of giant kites are raised to the sky.

Sat, 7/19 at 11:30 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS HDTV

Under the Shadow of the Volcanoes

Antigua's history of volcanoes and earthquakes; Lake Atitlán; a town overwhelmed by a nearby volcano.