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Local, USA

This half-hour documentary series from Chicago's WTTW and WORLD channel features stories of diverse people around the United States. Focusing on a single theme, each program is culled from public TV stations and independent producers across the country. Featured segments include the links between traumatic brain injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder, a program in Hawaii that introduces disabled people to surfing, and New York's champion all-girls robotics team.

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UPCOMING EPISODES

Mon, 6/17 at 7:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS WORLD

In the Bubble With Jaime

Although he faces racial prejudice, Jaime Harrison's campaign against incumbent Senator Lindsey Graham (R) becomes a symbol of hope during COVID-19.

Tue, 6/18 at 12:00 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS WORLD

In the Bubble With Jaime

Although he faces racial prejudice, Jaime Harrison's campaign against incumbent Senator Lindsey Graham (R) becomes a symbol of hope during COVID-19.

Tue, 6/18 at 8:00 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS WORLD

In the Bubble With Jaime

Although he faces racial prejudice, Jaime Harrison's campaign against incumbent Senator Lindsey Graham (R) becomes a symbol of hope during COVID-19.

Sun, 6/23 at 4:00 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS WORLD

In the Bubble With Jaime

Although he faces racial prejudice, Jaime Harrison's campaign against incumbent Senator Lindsey Graham (R) becomes a symbol of hope during COVID-19.

Mon, 6/24 at 8:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS WORLD

American Problems, Trans Solutions

The stories of trans leaders Kayla Gore, Breonna McCree and Oluchi Omeoga, who address critical issues surrounding economic empowerment and human dignity.

Tue, 6/25 at 1:00 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS WORLD

American Problems, Trans Solutions

The stories of trans leaders Kayla Gore, Breonna McCree and Oluchi Omeoga, who address critical issues surrounding economic empowerment and human dignity.

Tue, 6/25 at 9:00 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS WORLD

American Problems, Trans Solutions

The stories of trans leaders Kayla Gore, Breonna McCree and Oluchi Omeoga, who address critical issues surrounding economic empowerment and human dignity.

Fri, 6/28 at 4:00 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS WORLD

American Problems, Trans Solutions

The stories of trans leaders Kayla Gore, Breonna McCree and Oluchi Omeoga, who address critical issues surrounding economic empowerment and human dignity.

Fri, 6/28 at 10:00 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS WORLD

American Problems, Trans Solutions

The stories of trans leaders Kayla Gore, Breonna McCree and Oluchi Omeoga, who address critical issues surrounding economic empowerment and human dignity.

Fri, 6/28 at 1:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS WORLD

American Problems, Trans Solutions

The stories of trans leaders Kayla Gore, Breonna McCree and Oluchi Omeoga, who address critical issues surrounding economic empowerment and human dignity.

Sat, 6/29 at 12:30 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS WORLD

American Problems, Trans Solutions

The stories of trans leaders Kayla Gore, Breonna McCree and Oluchi Omeoga, who address critical issues surrounding economic empowerment and human dignity.