Co-produced and co-directed by Peabody award-winning and Bay Area-based filmmaker Abby Ginzberg and Carpenter's daughter, Christy Carpenter, Shaking It Up: The Life and Times of Liz Carpenter is a documentary about the woman who shaped some of the most vivid moments and movements of the 20th century. The film includes candid interviews and never-before-seen home movies, photos, interview clips and rarely shown artifacts, transcending the traditional documentary format. It celebrates Carpenter as a force of nature whose work continues to echo in today's justice and equality activism. Navigating a broad spectrum of themes, the film focuses on the essence of Carpenter's legacy. Catch the first airing of the documentary on Monday, March 3, at 9pm on KQED 9. Or stream it live on theKQED App.
Your favorite nurses, midwives and nuns are back in a new season of Call the Midwife set in 1970. With the dawn of a new decade, Nonnatus House is facing complex social and health challenges. Protests on the Isle of Dogs cause chaos for the team, while an apparent immaculate conception concerns the midwives. Meanwhile, Sister Julienne and Trixie row with the Board of Health over operations. Watch the season premiere on Sunday, March 30, at 8pm on KQED 9. Or stream it with the PBS App or KQED Passport.
Passport Pick: Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on MASTERPIECE
The wait is finally over for the final chapter of Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light. The initial season covered the first two books in Hilary Mantel’s Wolf Hall series, which followed Cromwell’s rise. Now we get to see Cromwell’s downfall. Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light premieres on KQED 9 March 23, but KQED Passport members can stream the entire season that evening!
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What's Happening at KQED
You're Invited - Globalization and the Soul of Oakland: Book Party and Installation
Join KQED Forum host Alexis Madrigal for an immersive look at how the global economy works through the prism of Oakland. Inspired by his new book, The Pacific Circuit, Madrigal will offer a guide to the human effects of technology and globalization at this Port of Oakland event. Enjoy an exploration of the city’s changing landscape and its untold stories as well as a sound and art installation capturing the forces shaping the port and city today. Celebrate The Town’s resilience and soul with drinks and a dance party featuring sets from local DJs.
Premiere Screening: The Class Feat. Daveed Diggs, Filmmakers, and Guests
Join Executive Producer Daveed Diggs at the Grand Lake Theater in Oakland for a red carpet premiere screening of KQED’s new documentary series The Class. Following a group of East Bay high school students in their senior year as they grapple with a global pandemic and the ways it turns their high school experience upside down, the series is a testament to their resilience and one passionate educator’s faith in their futures. The Class also airs on KQED 9 starting Friday, March 21.
There are so many shows to discover in the March issue of On KQED — a magazine that includes information about KQED’s monthly TV programming and live local events. It’s distributed to KQED’s sustaining members and donors at the $60/year level who opt in to receive it. If you’d like to be added to the mailing list, please contact Member Services at 415.553.2150 or at kqed.org/memberhelp. Experience high school during the pandemic in The Class on KQED 9. Witness the coronation of Queen Elizabeth in Coronation Girls on KQED Plus. Or, sing along to your favorite songs in Elvis Presley: ’68 Comeback Special on KQED Passport.
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What We're Listening To
Tips and Tricks to Snag A California Campsite Reserving campsites in California can be daunting. Many book up as soon as they become available, so if you don’t plan ahead – sometimes you’re out of luck! And figuring out where and how to reserve a campsite can be confusing. But there are some tips and tricks that can help you snag that ideal spot. Bay Curious breaks it all down to help you get out of your house and into nature this year.
Impacts of Trump’s Anti-Trans Actions Already Felt in California Since taking office, President Trump has issued executive orders rolling back trans Americans’ rights in schools, prisons and the military. The administration is also attempting to pull critical federal funding for transgender health programs and research. Many of these actions are being challenged in court, but they’re still impacting trans Americans’ day-to-day lives — even in California. Forum talks about the national and statewide landscape for trans rights in Trump’s America.
New Podcast - Close All Tabs Sitting at the intersection of technology and culture, Close All Tabs reveals how the online world collides with everyday life. Hosted by Morgan Sung, a tech journalist with a knack for uncovering the most fascinating stories in the digital chaos, Sung is your chronically online friend, keeping you informed about the latest trends taking over the internet and wrestling with as many browser tabs as it takes to help you understand how what we see online shapes culture, politics and social issues IRL.
