Local Programs

Thursday, 2 September 2010
09:26PM

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Applauding Appalachia
Applauding Appalachia tells the story of five artists from Southern Ohio who, in one way or another, have helped to preserve Appalachian culture and art. Their individual stories are woven together in a 30-minute program that provides a picture of the diversity of their traditions and highlights their unique heritage.

ArtZine
WOSU TV's monthly arts and culture newsmagazine. Features highlights of some of the best artists and groups in the Columbus area.
    
Beyond the Gridiron: The Life and Times of Woody Hayes
A fascinating profile of one of the most gifted and complex coaches of the twentieth century.
   
Birth of Ohio Stadium
Met with initial opposition, the famed Ohio Stadium became one of several preeminent landmarks in Ohio and a nationally recognized symbol of collegiate football.   

Buckeye Landmarks
Highlights over 20 historical landmarks of mid and central Ohio, weaving its way through historically important locations and exploring the social, cultural and historical identity of Ohio.
  
Columbus Collaborative
There’s power in partnerships. That’s the thinking behind The Columbus Collaborative, a new programming initiative from WOSU Public Media. The Columbus Collaborative allows WOSU Public Media to work directly with "mission-similar" partners such as non-profit, educational, corporate, governmental, and public service organizations to create broadcast programs.

Columbus Neighborhoods

Learn more about your neighborhood’s history and discover the treasures, stories and landmarks found throughout Columbus. Inspired by WOSU's six-documentary series, Columbus Neighborhoods.

Columbus on the Record

Weekly in-depth, thoughtful, and balanced analysis of the issues and stories affecting Columbus and Central Ohio. Featuring respected journalists and political observers. Fridays at 9:30pm.   

Continental, Ohio
Continental, Ohio is a multi-faceted story about the lost art of letterpress printing, the history of the traveling shows of the ’30s, life and culture in small town America, and the work ethic of Nyle Stateler, who has dedicated his entire life to his craft and his print shop.    

Honor Flight
On a 98 degree day in early August, 2007, a WOSU camera crew shadowed 32 WWII veterans as they traveled to Washington D.C. to visit the WWII memorial. With help from Honor Flight, these seniors are given an all-expense paid trip of a lifetime. Veterans share their stories and thoughts on this exciting and emotional journey. The 30-minute TV special includes interviews with: Bob Dole, U.S. Senator; Susan Barr, Public Affairs/Media Director-Honor Flight; and many veterans and volunteers

iMix
iMix is the first of many programs WOSU will produce for Ohio State to air on the Big Ten Network. iMix (Interactive Mixed Media) features a fast-paced television magazine format. The show is produced by WOSU Public Media, and licensed by The Ohio State University.

In The Know
The program attracts a large participation from high schools in central and southern Ohio. The Ohio State University awards the top four high school teams who answer questions ranging from science to visual arts.    

Lustron
The rise and fall of the Lustron Corporation, its innovative founder, Carl Strandlund, and the urban house which made them famous in post-World War II America.    

The Man Who Had Everything
A 1926 winner of the Pulitzer Prize, Louis Bromfield attained worldwide acclaim and was regarded as one of America's most promising young novelists. Despite his outstanding personal success and professional accolades, Bromfield dreamed of buying a farm and living a self-sufficient life. Narrated by Lauren Bacall. 

Many Happy Returns to Lazarus
Celebrates the end of Columbus' venerable department store and examines what it has meant to the generations of Ohioans who have shopped and worked there.
    
The Pride of the Buckeyes
A high definition television documentary that tells the story of the best damn band in the land.

Serving with Honor

Local Ohio Veteran’s share their remarkable stories of serving in the U.S. Military.

Explore and Share

Learn more about your neighborhood’s history and discover the treasures, stories and landmarks found throughout Columbus. more...

The Amadeus Deli

Join host Boyce Lancaster in a new hot spot where you can sample some the richest fare—the Amadeus Deli! Weekdays from noon to 1pm on WOSU 89.7, let Mozart and his contemporaries set the perfect soundtrack to your lunch hour. more...