See North Carolina as never before! Whether visitor, recently relocated or longtime Tar Heel, UNC-TV brings more of our state home to you - to discover and to love. Inspired by the pages of Our State magazine, UNC-TV’s half-hour monthly series, Our State, takes you down-home in North Carolina for an in-depth look at the people and places that make our state great! Compelling stories, stunning digital videography and thoughtful narration take you beneath the surface, providing answers to the hows and whys of all things Our State. http://www.unctv.org/ourstate/ Copyright UNC-TV, All Rights Reserved http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en-us Wed, 10 Oct 2012 13:36:12 -0400 webteam@unctv.org Wed, 10 Oct 2012 13:23:52 -0400 webteam@unctv.org FeedForAll v2.0 (2.0.3.1) http://www.feedforall.com Our State | UNC-TV See North Carolina as never before! Whether visitor, recently relocated or longtime Tar Heel, UNC-TV brings more of our state home to you to discover and to love. Inspired by the pages of Our State magazine, UNC-TV’s half-hour monthly series, Our State, takes you down-home in North Carolina for an in-depth look at the people and places that make our state great! Compelling stories, stunning digital videography and thoughtful narration take you beneath the surface, providing answers to the hows and whys of all things Our State. The series is the work of a top notch crew led by award-winning producer/director Jim Bramlett. A pioneer in high definition productions and new technologies at UNC-TV, Bramlett specializes in capturing North Carolina’s culture. Working with the state’s top experts and best talent, he is responsible for such series as IQ—Science, Nature, Technology & the World Around Us, Folkways with David Holt, An Evening With Doc Watson and UNC-TV’s first high definition production Carolina Preserves. UNC-TV UNC-TV webteam@unctv.org Our State,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums,festivals,beach no no http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/ourstate_podcast.jpg http://www.unctv.org/ourstate/ Our State 300 300 Head to the woods with naturalist, herbalist and storyteller Doug Elliott for a glimpse at his southern Appalachian lifestyle and his passion to connect with nature. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os608_natural_QTCC.mov webteam@unctv.org A6BC34F7-05B8-4A00-9A90-ED636DCC093C Wed, 10 Oct 2012 13:23:52 -0400 This segment features naturalist Ranger Doug Elliott. Head to the woods with naturalist, herbalist and storyteller Doug Elliott for a glimpse at his southern Appalachian lifestyle and his passion to connect with nature. 12:10 UNC-TV | Our State Doug Elliott,ranger,,Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Meet acclaimed Broadway costume designer William Ivey Long, who got his start working backstage at The Lost Colony outdoor drama. He returned to Manteo years later to put his expertise to work redesigning every costume after a disastrous fire threatened this North Carolina treasure. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os608_wil_QTCC.mov webteam@unctv.org 3704C55D-0BFB-4EE1-B0A6-3109CBB57059 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 13:20:49 -0400 This segment features costume designer William Ivey Long. Meet acclaimed Broadway costume designer William Ivey Long, who got his start working backstage at The Lost Colony outdoor drama. He returned to Manteo years later to put his expertise to work redesigning every costume after a disastrous fire threatened this North Carolina treasure. 13:28 UNC-TV | Our State William Ivey Long,Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Meet Broadway costume designer William Ivey Long, who got his start backstage at The Lost Colony outdoor drama. He returned years later to put his expertise to work redesigning every costume after a fire threatened this state treasure. Then, head to the woods with naturalist, herbalist and storyteller Doug Elliott for a glimpse at his Appalachian lifestyle and passion to connect with nature. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os608_QTCC.mov webteam@unctv.org E9481B7E-2190-46F7-A765-32653AF57A3B Wed, 10 Oct 2012 13:05:26 -0400 This episode features costume designer William Ivey Long and naturalist Ranger Doug. Meet Broadway costume designer William Ivey Long, who got his start backstage at The Lost Colony outdoor drama. He returned years later to put his expertise to work redesigning every costume after a fire threatened this state treasure. Then, head to the woods with naturalist, herbalist and storyteller Doug Elliott for a glimpse at his Appalachian lifestyle and passion to connect with nature. 9:37 UNC-TV | Our State Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Discover a garden full of botanical curiosities and more at Calvary Episcopal Church in Tarboro. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os607_calvary.mp4 webteam@unctv.org F6B37019-763A-47E3-B5FC-D05C933EF7F3 Tue, 11 Sep 2012 09:23:24 -0400 This segment features Calvary Episcopal Church. Discover a garden full of botanical curiosities and more at Calvary Episcopal Church in Tarboro. 8:03 UNC-TV | Our State Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Meet Roger Dinger, who deconstructs old barns and transforms the weathered wood into fascinating works of art. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os607_barns.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 4C3B969F-98C3-4665-89CA-C95B0CA01B7E Tue, 11 Sep 2012 09:20:45 -0400 This segment features "reinbarnation." Meet Roger Dinger, who deconstructs old barns and transforms the weathered wood into fascinating works of art. 9:37 UNC-TV | Our State Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Learn how Hillsborough novelist and Hollywood soap opera scribe Michael Malone finds his story-telling voice in the South. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os607_land.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 219180CE-E915-41A8-9735-414532923A10 Tue, 11 Sep 2012 09:18:11 -0400 This segment features Michael Malone. Learn how Hillsborough novelist and Hollywood soap opera scribe Michael Malone finds his story-telling voice in the South. 9:37 UNC-TV | Our State Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Learn how Hillsborough novelist and Hollywood soap opera scribe Michael Malone finds his story-telling voice in the South. Next, discover a garden full of botanical curiosities and more at Calvary Episcopal Church in Tarboro. Then, meet Roger Dinger, who deconstructs old barns and transforms the weathered wood into fascinating works of art. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os607.mp4 webteam@unctv.org A7A8F6EC-D82F-4C3B-8565-2692125634AF Tue, 11 Sep 2012 09:12:06 -0400 This episode features Michael Malone, Calvary Episcopal Church and "reinbarnation." Learn how Hillsborough novelist and Hollywood soap opera scribe Michael Malone finds his story-telling voice in the South. Next, discover a garden full of botanical curiosities and more at Calvary Episcopal Church in Tarboro. Then, meet Roger Dinger, who deconstructs old barns and transforms the weathered wood into fascinating works of art. 28:30 UNC-TV | Our State Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Discover writer Katey Schultz's quirky obsession with North Carolina's hidden footbridges, as she leads a roundabout tour through the North Carolina mountains. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os606_vanishinglinks.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 1D476387-0BD5-4E1A-84D5-B7D189C88CBA Fri, 29 Jun 2012 14:43:32 -0400 This segment features hidden footbridges. Discover writer Katey Schultz's quirky obsession with North Carolina's hidden footbridges, as she leads a roundabout tour through the North Carolina mountains. 9:14 UNC-TV | Our State Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Visit the Haiku Bamboo Nursery, and learn more about this beautiful and often misunderstood plant. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os606_bamboocountry.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 3CC31A70-116E-4C2B-80A6-2F7C93ECB32F Fri, 29 Jun 2012 14:42:13 -0400 This segment features Haiku Bamboo Nursery. Visit the Haiku Bamboo Nursery, and learn more about this beautiful and often misunderstood plant. 8:05 UNC-TV | Our State Haiku Bamboo Nursery,Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Travel back to the early 1900s to meet Charlie Poole, a linthead from Eden, and hear his revolutionary approach to banjo. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os606_charliepoole.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 27A1AC13-9A43-43ED-9AB6-6DAD5367E590 Fri, 29 Jun 2012 14:41:24 -0400 This segment features banjo legend Charlie Poole. Travel back to the early 1900s to meet Charlie Poole, a linthead from Eden, and hear his revolutionary approach to banjo. 8:09 UNC-TV | Our State Charlie Poole,Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Travel back to the early 1900s to meet Charlie Poole, a linthead from Eden, and hear his revolutionary approach to banjo. Visit the Haiku Bamboo Nursery, and learn more about this beautiful and often misunderstood plant. Discover writer Katey Schultz's quirky obsession with North Carolina's hidden footbridges, as she leads a roundabout tour through the North Carolina mountains. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os606.mp4 webteam@unctv.org C2447863-0CFD-4B6D-A990-4C7370C9E987 Fri, 29 Jun 2012 13:20:52 -0400 This episode features Charlie Poole, Haiku Bamboo Nursery and hidden footbridges. Travel back to the early 1900s to meet Charlie Poole, a linthead from Eden, and hear his revolutionary approach to banjo. Visit the Haiku Bamboo Nursery, and learn more about this beautiful and often misunderstood plant. Discover writer Katey Schultz's quirky obsession with North Carolina's hidden footbridges, as she leads a roundabout tour through the North Carolina mountains. 28:30 UNC-TV | Our State Charlie Poole,Haiku Bamboo Nursery,footbridges,Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Come along with Bland Simpson as he voyages down North Carolina's "Amazon," the Roanoke River. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os605_roanoke_river_ipod.mp4 webteam@unctv.org F74696F4-9D1F-4D5C-86B0-98F22051D4AD Thu, 10 May 2012 16:33:16 -0400 Come along with Bland Simpson as he voyages North Carolina's "Amazon," the Roanoke River. Come along with Bland Simpson as he voyages down North Carolina's "Amazon," the Roanoke River. 9:41 UNC-TV | Our State Bland Simpson,Roanoke River,Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Explore the Old Stone House, a 250 year-old architectural marvel in Rowan County. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os605_old_stone_house_ipod.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 009CD707-5169-4837-9AB5-89EF5875118F Thu, 10 May 2012 16:30:11 -0400 Explore the Old Stone House, a 250 year-old architectural marvel in Rowan County. Explore the Old Stone House, a 250 year-old architectural marvel in Rowan County. 8:29 UNC-TV | Our State Old Stone House,Rowan,Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Learn how Rebekah Brown's calling, creating artwork from egg shells, helps her enjoy the gifts and overcome the challenges of life. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os605_fragile_canvas_ipod.mp4 webteam@unctv.org B7B964DF-55FA-439D-AFA7-E14AE5B54B19 Thu, 10 May 2012 16:23:09 -0400 Discover Rebekah Brown's calling, creating artwork from egg shells. Learn how Rebekah Brown's calling, creating artwork from egg shells, helps her enjoy the gifts and overcome the challenges of life. 8:56 UNC-TV | Our State Rebekah Brown,Fragile Canvas,Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Explore the Old Stone House, a 250 year-old architectural marvel in Rowan County. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os605_ipod.mp4 webteam@unctv.org DC06ADC7-3F5D-4B8D-9E3B-E94BAC9F0B6E Thu, 10 May 2012 16:15:30 -0400 Explore the Old Stone House, a 250 year-old architectural marvel in Rowan County. Explore the Old Stone House, a 250 year-old architectural marvel in Rowan County. 28:57 UNC-TV | Our State Old Stone House,Roanoke River,Fragile Canvas,Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Hear the epic story of Trevor Thomas, who hiked the Appalachian Trail without the benefit of eyesight and learned to trust the companions he inspired along the way. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os604_trail_of_trust.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 9D21B817-65FE-46E0-AD40-38D982A2F9E5 Wed, 4 Apr 2012 10:18:40 -0400 Hear the story of Trevor Thomas, who hiked the Appalachian Trail without eyesight. Hear the epic story of Trevor Thomas, who hiked the Appalachian Trail without the benefit of eyesight and learned to trust the companions he inspired along the way. 28:57 UNC-TV | Our State African-American,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no We will introduce you to Fred Johnson of Wilmington, an African-American whose ancestors fought in the Civil War and who now works tirelessly to honor their service. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os604_soldiers_stories.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 7468AFEC-F852-4EF6-AE31-49866F799724 Wed, 4 Apr 2012 10:15:17 -0400 Meet Fred Johnson, an African-American whose ancestors fought in the Civil War. We will introduce you to Fred Johnson of Wilmington, an African-American whose ancestors fought in the Civil War and who now works tirelessly to honor their service. 9:21 UNC-TV | Our State African-American,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Meet crabber Mickey Daniels as he struggles to maintain his livelihood in the twilight of a proud tradition of living on the water. Explore Camden County Jail, unfortunate accommodations in the early 1900s that have found new life as a landmark where history comes alive. Discover how Jim Avett dedicated his life to his farm and his family. His sons' band perpetuates their father's musical legacy. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os604.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 65BA2AB9-A6FD-4361-A3F8-6799B909830E Wed, 4 Apr 2012 09:28:14 -0400 This episode profiles crabber Mickey Daniels, Camden County Jail and Jim Avett Meet crabber Mickey Daniels as he struggles to maintain his livelihood in the twilight of a proud tradition of living on the water. Explore Camden County Jail, unfortunate accommodations in the early 1900s that have found new life as a landmark where history comes alive. Discover how Jim Avett dedicated his life to his farm and his family. His sons' band perpetuates their father's musical legacy. 28:26 UNC-TV | Our State Stickbuilt,Pumpkin Delights,Tar Heel Towns: WeavervilleNorth Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Part 3: Playing With Heart - Discover how Jim Avett dedicated his life to his farm and his family. His sons' band perpetuates their father's musical legacy. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os603_playingbyheart_ipod.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 6F0666B9-910D-4D03-843C-86A5DB0544EC Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:34:24 -0500 603: Playing With Heart | Our State Part 3: Playing With Heart - Discover how Jim Avett dedicated his life to his farm and his family. His sons' band perpetuates their father's musical legacy. 10:30 UNC-TV | Our State Playing With Heart,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Part 2: Camden County Jail -Explore Camden County Jail, unfortunate accommodations in the early 1900s that have found new life as a landmark where history comes alive. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os603_camdencountyjail_ipod.mp4 webteam@unctv.org B7C548F5-81E5-4C01-A37B-31A9921243DA Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:32:22 -0500 603: Camden County Jail | Our State Part 2: Camden County Jail -Explore Camden County Jail, unfortunate accommodations in the early 1900s that have found new life as a landmark where history comes alive. 7:42 UNC-TV | Our State Camden County Jail,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Part 1: Grovewood Galleries - Discover the century-spanning tale of how a Biltmore Estate-owned manufacturing company became one of America's most well-regarded craft stores, Grovewood Galleries. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os603_livingonthewater_ipod.mp4 webteam@unctv.org A481D693-2088-4984-9853-7D46030D2D52 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:23:59 -0500 603: Living on the Water | Our State Part 1: Grovewood Galleries - Discover the century-spanning tale of how a Biltmore Estate-owned manufacturing company became one of America's most well-regarded craft stores, Grovewood Galleries. 8:05 UNC-TV | Our State Living on the Water,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Part 1: Grovewood Galleries - Discover the century-spanning tale of how a Biltmore Estate-owned manufacturing company became one of America's most well-regarded craft stores, Grovewood Galleries. Part 2: Tree Surgeon - Meet William "Bus" Hubbard, UNC-Chapel Hill's Tree Surgeon, and a campus institution on par with The Davie Poplar and The Old Well. Part 3: Keys to the Past - Learn why the history of Kluttz Piano Company is a story of family: a family business restoring heirloom pianos, which are passed down from generation to generation. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os603_ipod.mp4 webteam@unctv.org BC514628-CCDE-49E1-90EE-D2B6BF45B8FA Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:19:36 -0500 603 Episode | Our State Part 1: Grovewood Galleries - Discover the century-spanning tale of how a Biltmore Estate-owned manufacturing company became one of America's most well-regarded craft stores, Grovewood Galleries. Part 2: Tree Surgeon - Meet William "Bus" Hubbard, UNC-Chapel Hill's Tree Surgeon, and a campus institution on par with The Davie Poplar and The Old Well. Part 3: Keys to the Past - Learn why the history of Kluttz Piano Company is a story of family: a family business restoring heirloom pianos, which are passed down from generation to generation. 28:44 UNC-TV | Our State Living on the Water,Camden County Jail,Playing With Heart,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Part 1: Grovewood Galleries - Discover the century-spanning tale of how a Biltmore Estate-owned manufacturing company became one of America's most well-regarded craft stores, Grovewood Galleries. Part 2: Tree Surgeon - Meet William "Bus" Hubbard, UNC-Chapel Hill's Tree Surgeon, and a campus institution on par with The Davie Poplar and The Old Well. Part 3: Keys to the Past - Learn why the history of Kluttz Piano Company is a story of family: a family business restoring heirloom pianos, which are passed down from generation to generation. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os602.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 70F5FB6C-1F93-430D-B45C-0834C2B9E3D7 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:15:49 -0500 602 Episode | Our State Part 1: Grovewood Galleries - Discover the century-spanning tale of how a Biltmore Estate-owned manufacturing company became one of America's most well-regarded craft stores, Grovewood Galleries. Part 2: Tree Surgeon - Meet William "Bus" Hubbard, UNC-Chapel Hill's Tree Surgeon, and a campus institution on par with The Davie Poplar and The Old Well. Part 3: Keys to the Past - Learn why the history of Kluttz Piano Company is a story of family: a family business restoring heirloom pianos, which are passed down from generation to generation. 28:54 UNC-TV | Our State Keys to the Past,Grovewood Galleries,Tree Surgeon ,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Part 1: Stickbuilt - On the Guilford College campus, acclaimed artist Patrick Dougherty constructs otherworldly sculptures out of saplings. Part 2: Pumpkin Delights - See the Halloween pumpkin carvings and crowds who visit them on a bridge in Bynum. Part 3: Tar Heel Towns: Weaverville - D.G. Martin explores a delightful mountain destination. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os601.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 0EF24C78-F7A5-4D3A-80C0-C9351C726C22 Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:11:56 -0500 601 Episode | Our State Part 1: Stickbuilt - On the Guilford College campus, acclaimed artist Patrick Dougherty constructs otherworldly sculptures out of saplings. Part 2: Pumpkin Delights - See the Halloween pumpkin carvings and crowds who visit them on a bridge in Bynum. Part 3: Tar Heel Towns: Weaverville - D.G. Martin explores a delightful mountain destination. 28:44 UNC-TV | Our State Stickbuilt,Pumpkin Delights,Tar Heel Towns: WeavervilleNorth Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Learn why the history of Kluttz Piano Company is a story of family: a family business restoring heirloom pianos, which are passed down from generation to generation. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os602_keystothepast.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 0D8810FB-EAB7-4541-ACF2-11ACBB1A912A Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:35:47 -0500 Learn the history of Kluttz Piano Company, a family business restoring heirloom pianos. Learn why the history of Kluttz Piano Company is a story of family: a family business restoring heirloom pianos, which are passed down from generation to generation. 9:48 UNC-TV | Our State Kluttz Piano Company,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Meet William "Bus" Hubbard, UNC-Chapel Hill's Tree Surgeon, and a campus institution on par with The Davie Poplar and The Old Well. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os602_tree_surgeon.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 5A118642-A4E8-412A-AAB5-964738DA8E64 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:33:28 -0500 Meet William "Bus" Hubbard, UNC-Chapel Hill's Tree Surgeon, and a campus institution. Meet William "Bus" Hubbard, UNC-Chapel Hill's Tree Surgeon, and a campus institution on par with The Davie Poplar and The Old Well. 7:31 UNC-TV | Our State William "Bus" Hubbard,Tree Surgeon,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Discover the century-spanning tale of how a Biltmore Estate-owned manufacturing company became one of America's most well-regarded craft stores, Grovewood Galleries. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os602_grovewood_gallery.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 8F07D7C9-CB4C-4903-8DBE-913D3D46D955 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:30:47 -0500 Discover the century-spanning tale of a Biltmore Estate-owned manufacturing company. Discover the century-spanning tale of how a Biltmore Estate-owned manufacturing company became one of America's most well-regarded craft stores, Grovewood Galleries. 9:07 UNC-TV | Our State Grovewood Galleries,Biltmore Estate,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no See the Halloween pumpkin carvings and crowds who visit them on a bridge in Bynum. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os601_pumpkin_delights.mp4 webteam@unctv.org EE616A58-F202-4673-A7A1-4BA470A6B755 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 17:44:46 -0400 See the Halloween pumpkin carvings and crowds who visit them on a bridge in Bynum. See the Halloween pumpkin carvings and crowds who visit them on a bridge in Bynum. 4:31 UNC-TV | Our State Pumpkin Delights,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no D.G. Martin explores a delightful mountain destination. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os601_weaverville.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 0A5E189C-800E-40B7-925D-DF3EEEE60247 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 17:41:25 -0400 D.G. Martin explores a delightful mountain destination. D.G. Martin explores a delightful mountain destination. 9:05 UNC-TV | Our State Weaverville,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no On the Guilford College campus, acclaimed artist Patrick Dougherty constructs otherworldly sculptures out of saplings. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os601_stickbuilt.mp4 webteam@unctv.org BE56A6FE-2C3E-454D-899E-BA79876A0198 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 17:39:41 -0400 On the Guilford College campus, acclaimed artist Patrick Dougherty constructs otherworldly sculptures out of saplings. On the Guilford College campus, acclaimed artist Patrick Dougherty constructs otherworldly sculptures out of saplings. 12:26 UNC-TV | Our State Stickbuilt,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no The town of Hillsborough is one of North Carolina’s most historic places tracing its origins back long before the town’s founding in 1754. Thousand year-old Native American tribes settled there at a junction of an important trading path and the Eno River. The town was a center for political activity before and during the Revolutionary War as well as hosting the site of Civil War surrender talks. Today, it boasts a thriving literary and arts community as well as a biannual garden tour that draws visitors from all over the region. Join D.G. Martin for a tour of one of Orange County’s most inviting towns. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/508_hillsborough_ipod.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 2C2D61C8-9223-4AEE-84B8-1A20168A6EE3 Thu, 7 Oct 2010 16:52:16 -0400 The town of Hillsborough is one of North Carolina’s most historic places, tracing its origins back long before the town’s founding in 1754. Today, it boasts a thriving arts community, as well as a biannual garden tour that draws visitors from all over. The town of Hillsborough is one of North Carolina’s most historic places tracing its origins back long before the town’s founding in 1754. Thousand year-old Native American tribes settled there at a junction of an important trading path and the Eno River. The town was a center for political activity before and during the Revolutionary War as well as hosting the site of Civil War surrender talks. Today, it boasts a thriving literary and arts community as well as a biannual garden tour that draws visitors from all over the region. Join D.G. Martin for a tour of one of Orange County’s most inviting towns. 6:31 UNC-TV | Our State Hillsborough,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no The town of Hillsborough is one of North Carolina’s most historic places tracing its origins back long before the town’s founding in 1754. Thousand year-old Native American tribes settled there at a junction of an important trading path and the Eno River. The town was a center for political activity before and during the Revolutionary War as well as hosting the site of Civil War surrender talks. Today, it boasts a thriving literary and arts community as well as a biannual garden tour that draws visitors from all over the region. Join D.G. Martin for a tour of one of Orange County’s most inviting towns. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/508_hillsborough_appletv.mp4 webteam@unctv.org B5E90F29-AC13-429E-89A1-FB33F62D015D Thu, 7 Oct 2010 16:57:38 -0400 The town of Hillsborough is one of North Carolina’s most historic places, tracing its origins back long before the town’s founding in 1754. Today, it boasts a thriving arts community, as well as a biannual garden tour that draws visitors from all over. The town of Hillsborough is one of North Carolina’s most historic places tracing its origins back long before the town’s founding in 1754. Thousand year-old Native American tribes settled there at a junction of an important trading path and the Eno River. The town was a center for political activity before and during the Revolutionary War as well as hosting the site of Civil War surrender talks. Today, it boasts a thriving literary and arts community as well as a biannual garden tour that draws visitors from all over the region. Join D.G. Martin for a tour of one of Orange County’s most inviting towns. 6:31 UNC-TV | Our State Hillsborough,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no We are introduced to the translucent world of glass artist or ‘glass caster’, Alex Bernstein. Growing up near the Penland School, with both parents being glass artists, a glass studio was practically home for him. His unique style renders an interplay of glass and light suggesting fluidity and movement. We'll watch the fascinating process of making his inspired designs and the stunning results showcased at the Blue Spiral 1 Gallery in Asheville. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/508_sculptingglass_ipod.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 9F5FADFA-3357-4FE4-9573-0BC80DE05BE2 Thu, 7 Oct 2010 16:50:40 -0400 We are introduced to the translucent world of glass artist or ‘glass caster’, Alex Bernstein. His unique style renders an interplay of glass and light suggesting fluidity and movement. We'll watch the fascinating process of making his inspired designs. We are introduced to the translucent world of glass artist or ‘glass caster’, Alex Bernstein. Growing up near the Penland School, with both parents being glass artists, a glass studio was practically home for him. His unique style renders an interplay of glass and light suggesting fluidity and movement. We'll watch the fascinating process of making his inspired designs and the stunning results showcased at the Blue Spiral 1 Gallery in Asheville. 6:32 UNC-TV | Our State Sculpting Glass,Alex Bernstein,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no We are introduced to the translucent world of glass artist or ‘glass caster’, Alex Bernstein. Growing up near the Penland School, with both parents being glass artists, a glass studio was practically home for him. His unique style renders an interplay of glass and light suggesting fluidity and movement. We'll watch the fascinating process of making his inspired designs and the stunning results showcased at the Blue Spiral 1 Gallery in Asheville. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/508_sculptingglass_appletv.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 1AFEEFF0-2FF8-4759-A277-E2D33B618981 Thu, 7 Oct 2010 16:46:24 -0400 We are introduced to the translucent world of glass artist or ‘glass caster’, Alex Bernstein. His unique style renders an interplay of glass and light suggesting fluidity and movement. We'll watch the fascinating process of making his inspired designs. We are introduced to the translucent world of glass artist or ‘glass caster’, Alex Bernstein. Growing up near the Penland School, with both parents being glass artists, a glass studio was practically home for him. His unique style renders an interplay of glass and light suggesting fluidity and movement. We'll watch the fascinating process of making his inspired designs and the stunning results showcased at the Blue Spiral 1 Gallery in Asheville. 6:32 UNC-TV | Our State Sculpting Glass,Alex Bernstein,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no This High Point business traces its roots to 1916 building streetcars. By 1936, the focus turned solely to building school buses. As the most heavily regulated vehicle on the road today, they undergo a highly meticulous construction process offering impressive customization with around 20,000 different options. Parent company Daimler AG brought robotic technology to enhance consistency in adhesive application, painting, welding and vehicle transport in the plant. See how this company grew into North America’s largest school bus manufacturer. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/507_thomasbus_appletv.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 00D036F7-E4D9-428B-90BE-0B9B78BD29F2 Mon, 16 Aug 2010 17:10:47 -0400 Thomas Built | Our State - Large format This High Point business traces its roots to 1916 building streetcars. By 1936, the focus turned solely to building school buses. As the most heavily regulated vehicle on the road today, they undergo a highly meticulous construction process offering impressive customization with around 20,000 different options. Parent company Daimler AG brought robotic technology to enhance consistency in adhesive application, painting, welding and vehicle transport in the plant. See how this company grew into North America’s largest school bus manufacturer. 10:27 UNC-TV | Our State Thomas Built,school bus,manufacture,High Point,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no This High Point business traces its roots to 1916 building streetcars. By 1936, the focus turned solely to building school buses. As the most heavily regulated vehicle on the road today, they undergo a highly meticulous construction process offering impressive customization with around 20,000 different options. Parent company Daimler AG brought robotic technology to enhance consistency in adhesive application, painting, welding and vehicle transport in the plant. See how this company grew into North America’s largest school bus manufacturer. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/507_thomasbus.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 200772D6-C815-40B7-B53C-148C6DCF861A Mon, 16 Aug 2010 17:06:43 -0400 Thomas Built | Our State - Small format This High Point business traces its roots to 1916 building streetcars. By 1936, the focus turned solely to building school buses. As the most heavily regulated vehicle on the road today, they undergo a highly meticulous construction process offering impressive customization with around 20,000 different options. Parent company Daimler AG brought robotic technology to enhance consistency in adhesive application, painting, welding and vehicle transport in the plant. See how this company grew into North America’s largest school bus manufacturer. 10:27 UNC-TV | Our State Thomas Built,school bus,manufacture,High Point,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Naturalist, herbalist and storyteller Doug Elliott shares some of the surprising uses of the tulip poplar tree. As the largest North American hardwood, these trees are related to the magnolia family with flowers yielding more nectar per flower than any North American plant. Industrious bees use the nectar to tremendous effect over the tree’s blooming season, sometimes making more than 100 pounds of honey per hive! Meet Doug and enjoy the crafts and lore of this remarkable plant. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/507_poplarappeal.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 5E71872B-4981-4F6F-8A21-7092D30828CA Fri, 13 Aug 2010 16:46:49 -0400 Poplar Appeal | Our State - Small format Naturalist, herbalist and storyteller Doug Elliott shares some of the surprising uses of the tulip poplar tree. As the largest North American hardwood, these trees are related to the magnolia family with flowers yielding more nectar per flower than any North American plant. Industrious bees use the nectar to tremendous effect over the tree’s blooming season, sometimes making more than 100 pounds of honey per hive! Meet Doug and enjoy the crafts and lore of this remarkable plant. 8:14 UNC-TV | Our State Doug Elliott,aturalist, herbalist,toryteller,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Naturalist, herbalist and storyteller Doug Elliott shares some of the surprising uses of the tulip poplar tree. As the largest North American hardwood, these trees are related to the magnolia family with flowers yielding more nectar per flower than any North American plant. Industrious bees use the nectar to tremendous effect over the tree’s blooming season, sometimes making more than 100 pounds of honey per hive! Meet Doug and enjoy the crafts and lore of this remarkable plant. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/507_poplarappeal.mp4 webteam@unctv.org CE00565B-B860-4375-9437-A31B08F1265C Fri, 13 Aug 2010 16:29:12 -0400 Poplar Appeal | Our State - Small format Naturalist, herbalist and storyteller Doug Elliott shares some of the surprising uses of the tulip poplar tree. As the largest North American hardwood, these trees are related to the magnolia family with flowers yielding more nectar per flower than any North American plant. Industrious bees use the nectar to tremendous effect over the tree’s blooming season, sometimes making more than 100 pounds of honey per hive! Meet Doug and enjoy the crafts and lore of this remarkable plant. 8:14 UNC-TV | Our State Doug Elliott,aturalist, herbalist,toryteller,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Naturalist, herbalist and storyteller Doug Elliott shares some of the surprising uses of the tulip poplar tree. As the largest North American hardwood, these trees are related to the magnolia family with flowers yielding more nectar per flower than any North American plant. Industrious bees use the nectar to tremendous effect over the tree’s blooming season, sometimes making more than 100 pounds of honey per hive! Meet Doug and enjoy the crafts and lore of this remarkable plant. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/507_poplarappea_appletvl.mp4 webteam@unctv.org AB858DF5-E610-44BF-86F6-63731148F9E6 Tue, 3 Aug 2010 15:37:23 -0400 Poplar Appeal | Our State - Large format Naturalist, herbalist and storyteller Doug Elliott shares some of the surprising uses of the tulip poplar tree. As the largest North American hardwood, these trees are related to the magnolia family with flowers yielding more nectar per flower than any North American plant. Industrious bees use the nectar to tremendous effect over the tree’s blooming season, sometimes making more than 100 pounds of honey per hive! Meet Doug and enjoy the crafts and lore of this remarkable plant. 8:14 UNC-TV | Our State Doug Elliott,aturalist, herbalist,toryteller,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no The Blue Ridge Mountains are the ancestral home of the Cherokee people. Today, the Eastern Band of the Cherokee primarily resides in and around the Qualla Boundary in the Smoky Mountains. A 2005 language survey of these communities revealed fewer than 500 remaining fluent speakers. These findings helped spur the creation of an immersion academy that now forms the core of Cherokee language revitalization efforts. See how the academy's dedicated work helps keep Cherokee cultural legacy alive for future generations. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/507_cherokee_language.mp4 webteam@unctv.org F80961D3-0731-431A-A15F-4DE7DD8456C7 Tue, 3 Aug 2010 15:37:14 -0400 Cherokee Language | Our State - Small format The Blue Ridge Mountains are the ancestral home of the Cherokee people. Today, the Eastern Band of the Cherokee primarily resides in and around the Qualla Boundary in the Smoky Mountains. A 2005 language survey of these communities revealed fewer than 500 remaining fluent speakers. These findings helped spur the creation of an immersion academy that now forms the core of Cherokee language revitalization efforts. See how the academy's dedicated work helps keep Cherokee cultural legacy alive for future generations. 7:58 UNC-TV | Our State Cherokee,Language,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no The Blue Ridge Mountains are the ancestral home of the Cherokee people. Today, the Eastern Band of the Cherokee primarily resides in and around the Qualla Boundary in the Smoky Mountains. A 2005 language survey of these communities revealed fewer than 500 remaining fluent speakers. These findings helped spur the creation of an immersion academy that now forms the core of Cherokee language revitalization efforts. See how the academy's dedicated work helps keep Cherokee cultural legacy alive for future generations. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/507_cherokee_language_appletv.mp4 webteam@unctv.org 3B500002-4A3F-4265-87D8-E1AB6F85D300 Tue, 3 Aug 2010 15:37:18 -0400 Cherokee Language | Our State - Large format The Blue Ridge Mountains are the ancestral home of the Cherokee people. Today, the Eastern Band of the Cherokee primarily resides in and around the Qualla Boundary in the Smoky Mountains. A 2005 language survey of these communities revealed fewer than 500 remaining fluent speakers. These findings helped spur the creation of an immersion academy that now forms the core of Cherokee language revitalization efforts. See how the academy's dedicated work helps keep Cherokee cultural legacy alive for future generations. 7:58 UNC-TV | Our State Cherokee,Language,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no The Morton Family's legacy of keeping Grandfather Mountain in its wild, natural state will be realized through two changes: the 2009 acquisition of 2,600 acres of back country as North Carolina's newest State Park and the creation of the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation. The Foundation will work to preserve the Grandfather Mountain while managing the nature park for the enjoyment of the public. The mountain's unique geology and elevation offer plant and animal species not normally found so far south. Join us to explore this spectacular nature preserve and beloved attraction. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_506_grandfathermtn_appletv.m4v webteam@unctv.org 82F3535E-1976-4C95-B392-5E33A17653A3 Tue, 3 Aug 2010 12:35:14 -0400 Grandfather Mountain | Our State - Large format The Morton Family's legacy of keeping Grandfather Mountain in its wild, natural state will be realized through two changes: the 2009 acquisition of 2,600 acres of back country as North Carolina's newest State Park and the creation of the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation. The Foundation will work to preserve the Grandfather Mountain while managing the nature park for the enjoyment of the public. The mountain's unique geology and elevation offer plant and animal species not normally found so far south. Join us to explore this spectacular nature preserve and beloved attraction. 10:29 UNC-TV | Our State Grandfather Mountain,Morton,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no The Morton Family's legacy of keeping Grandfather Mountain in its wild, natural state will be realized through two changes: the 2009 acquisition of 2,600 acres of back country as North Carolina's newest State Park and the creation of the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation. The Foundation will work to preserve the Grandfather Mountain while managing the nature park for the enjoyment of the public. The mountain's unique geology and elevation offer plant and animal species not normally found so far south. Join us to explore this spectacular nature preserve and beloved attraction. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_506_grandfathermtn.m4v webteam@unctv.org FF08F489-85F6-4FE5-8006-B90859424475 Tue, 3 Aug 2010 12:35:11 -0400 Grandfather Mountain | Our State - Small format The Morton Family's legacy of keeping Grandfather Mountain in its wild, natural state will be realized through two changes: the 2009 acquisition of 2,600 acres of back country as North Carolina's newest State Park and the creation of the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation. The Foundation will work to preserve the Grandfather Mountain while managing the nature park for the enjoyment of the public. The mountain's unique geology and elevation offer plant and animal species not normally found so far south. Join us to explore this spectacular nature preserve and beloved attraction. 10:29 UNC-TV | Our State Grandfather Mountain,Morton,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no The tidewater region's sandy Bertie County soil is perfect for cultivating a particular root crop—peanuts. Four generations of the Powell family have sown this soil to great effect growing the thriving specialty business Bertie County Peanuts. The Powell family business started as a farm supply store in 1915. Now Bertie County Peanuts produces a delicious array of peanut products. Follow the Powell peanut producers from harvest through a meticulous selection process to see how they create delectable treats. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_506_goingnuts_appletv.m4v webteam@unctv.org B70D59F9-8679-4EB8-A404-5E169F954E47 Tue, 3 Aug 2010 12:35:08 -0400 Going Nuts | Our State - Large format The tidewater region's sandy Bertie County soil is perfect for cultivating a particular root crop—peanuts. Four generations of the Powell family have sown this soil to great effect growing the thriving specialty business Bertie County Peanuts. The Powell family business started as a farm supply store in 1915. Now Bertie County Peanuts produces a delicious array of peanut products. Follow the Powell peanut producers from harvest through a meticulous selection process to see how they create delectable treats. 8:11 UNC-TV | Our State Going Nuts,Bertie County,Powell,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no The tidewater region's sandy Bertie County soil is perfect for cultivating a particular root crop—peanuts. Four generations of the Powell family have sown this soil to great effect growing the thriving specialty business Bertie County Peanuts. The Powell family business started as a farm supply store in 1915. Now Bertie County Peanuts produces a delicious array of peanut products. Follow the Powell peanut producers from harvest through a meticulous selection process to see how they create delectable treats. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_506_goingnuts.m4v webteam@unctv.org F90986FB-D78C-4615-8B91-A2B2432978F2 Tue, 3 Aug 2010 12:35:04 -0400 Going Nuts | Our State - Small format The tidewater region's sandy Bertie County soil is perfect for cultivating a particular root crop—peanuts. Four generations of the Powell family have sown this soil to great effect growing the thriving specialty business Bertie County Peanuts. The Powell family business started as a farm supply store in 1915. Now Bertie County Peanuts produces a delicious array of peanut products. Follow the Powell peanut producers from harvest through a meticulous selection process to see how they create delectable treats. 8:11 UNC-TV | Our State Going Nuts,Bertie County,Powell,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no In the town of Granite Falls, tucked away in Caldwell County, you can find one model of every soda vending machine ever made since 1925—under one roof! Meet Alan Huffman, dedicated collector and enterprising force behind the Antiquities Vending Company and the Soda Machine Museum. Alan can fix or restore your vintage machine or find the one you seek. Marvel at this impressive collection as you relive your childhood. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_506_vintage_vending_appletv.m4v webteam@unctv.org A89F5C34-7BE5-4ACF-BEA4-FA7F558C994F Tue, 3 Aug 2010 12:35:01 -0400 Vintage Vending | Our State - Large format In the town of Granite Falls, tucked away in Caldwell County, you can find one model of every soda vending machine ever made since 1925—under one roof! Meet Alan Huffman, dedicated collector and enterprising force behind the Antiquities Vending Company and the Soda Machine Museum. Alan can fix or restore your vintage machine or find the one you seek. Marvel at this impressive collection as you relive your childhood. 8:07 UNC-TV | Our State Vintage Vending ,Granite Falls,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no In the town of Granite Falls, tucked away in Caldwell County, you can find one model of every soda vending machine ever made since 1925—under one roof! Meet Alan Huffman, dedicated collector and enterprising force behind the Antiquities Vending Company and the Soda Machine Museum. Alan can fix or restore your vintage machine or find the one you seek. Marvel at this impressive collection as you relive your childhood. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_506_vintage_vending.m4v webteam@unctv.org EFC29071-A26D-4579-BD10-EF3B0886E0F3 Tue, 3 Aug 2010 12:34:58 -0400 Vintage Vending | Our State - Small format In the town of Granite Falls, tucked away in Caldwell County, you can find one model of every soda vending machine ever made since 1925—under one roof! Meet Alan Huffman, dedicated collector and enterprising force behind the Antiquities Vending Company and the Soda Machine Museum. Alan can fix or restore your vintage machine or find the one you seek. Marvel at this impressive collection as you relive your childhood. 8:07 UNC-TV | Our State Vintage Vending ,Granite Falls,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no An idea begins as a notebook sketch. How do you lift it off the page in three dimensions using only edible ingredients? Creativity abounds amidst sugar artistry of the highest order at the National Gingerbread House Competition in Asheville's Grove Park Inn. We'll meet some talented artists to follow their designs...sketches become sheets of gingerbread that become stunning structures iced in 'snow' over chocolate-shingled rooftops… all the way to a winner! http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_505_gingerbread__large.m4v webteam@unctv.org 97E3B21C-A04E-4D8C-B6BF-F8EC3F4724E0 Thu, 1 Apr 2010 19:15:53 -0400 Gingerbread | Our State - Large format An idea begins as a notebook sketch. How do you lift it off the page in three dimensions using only edible ingredients? Creativity abounds amidst sugar artistry of the highest order at the National Gingerbread House Competition in Asheville's Grove Park Inn. We'll meet some talented artists to follow their designs...sketches become sheets of gingerbread that become stunning structures iced in 'snow' over chocolate-shingled rooftops… all the way to a winner! 10:42 UNC-TV | Our State Gingerbread,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no An idea begins as a notebook sketch. How do you lift it off the page in three dimensions using only edible ingredients? Creativity abounds amidst sugar artistry of the highest order at the National Gingerbread House Competition in Asheville's Grove Park Inn. We'll meet some talented artists to follow their designs...sketches become sheets of gingerbread that become stunning structures iced in 'snow' over chocolate-shingled rooftops… all the way to a winner!. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_505_gingerbread_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org 789834AA-511A-4D12-8969-B738026D6ACD Thu, 1 Apr 2010 19:13:06 -0400 Gingerbread | Our State - Small format An idea begins as a notebook sketch. How do you lift it off the page in three dimensions using only edible ingredients? Creativity abounds amidst sugar artistry of the highest order at the National Gingerbread House Competition in Asheville's Grove Park Inn. We'll meet some talented artists to follow their designs...sketches become sheets of gingerbread that become stunning structures iced in 'snow' over chocolate-shingled rooftops… all the way to a winner! 10:42 UNC-TV | Our State Gingerbread,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Sugar rationing during WWII nearly shut down L.D. Peeler’s soda pop bottling business. But a persuasive salesman led Peeler to try a cherry flavoring as sweet as sugar that would become the sparkling concoction we know today…Cheerwine! Come with us to their Salisbury headquarters where a secret concentrate is mixed for distribution to bottlers in six southern states. We’ll also stop by the legendary Innes Street Drugstore, a center of Cheerwine memorabilia and treats and visit the Charlotte bottling center. Join us to learn all about this beloved soft drink. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_505_cheerwine_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org CC99B421-053C-4A43-977B-8C22E4010103 Thu, 1 Apr 2010 19:11:56 -0400 Cheerwine | Our State - Small format Sugar rationing during WWII nearly shut down L.D. Peeler’s soda pop bottling business. But a persuasive salesman led Peeler to try a cherry flavoring as sweet as sugar that would become the sparkling concoction we know today…Cheerwine! Come with us to their Salisbury headquarters where a secret concentrate is mixed for distribution to bottlers in six southern states. We’ll also stop by the legendary Innes Street Drugstore, a center of Cheerwine memorabilia and treats and visit the Charlotte bottling center. Join us to learn all about this beloved soft drink. 7:33 UNC-TV | Our State Cheerwine,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Sugar rationing during WWII nearly shut down L.D. Peeler’s soda pop bottling business. But a persuasive salesman led Peeler to try a cherry flavoring as sweet as sugar that would become the sparkling concoction we know today…Cheerwine! Come with us to their Salisbury headquarters where a secret concentrate is mixed for distribution to bottlers in six southern states. We’ll also stop by the legendary Innes Street Drugstore, a center of Cheerwine memorabilia and treats and visit the Charlotte bottling center. Join us to learn all about this beloved soft drink. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_505_cheerwine_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org 688C3873-4758-4CE5-BC4F-DCC986CDA05D Thu, 1 Apr 2010 19:10:18 -0400 Cheerwine | Our State - Large format Sugar rationing during WWII nearly shut down L.D. Peeler’s soda pop bottling business. But a persuasive salesman led Peeler to try a cherry flavoring as sweet as sugar that would become the sparkling concoction we know today…Cheerwine! Come with us to their Salisbury headquarters where a secret concentrate is mixed for distribution to bottlers in six southern states. We’ll also stop by the legendary Innes Street Drugstore, a center of Cheerwine memorabilia and treats and visit the Charlotte bottling center. Join us to learn all about this beloved soft drink. 7:33 UNC-TV | Our State Cheerwine,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no North Carolina is about as far south as you could go to tap a sugar maple for a consistent product. And that’s what they’ve done on the Maple Creek Farm in Burnsville, our state’s only commercial syrup producer. Each tap can yield up to 10 gallons of sap per season that is then boiled down yielding about a quart of syrup. But the syrup is only part of their operation. Aiming for sustainability through a variety of products, they also offer pasture-raised pork and lamb. Come meet these enterprising farmers and see how they make their delicious syrup. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_505_maplecreedfarm_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org 95A206BB-5D02-4704-A842-2D33EB5CB808 Thu, 1 Apr 2010 19:09:36 -0400 Maple Creek Farm | Our State - Small format North Carolina is about as far south as you could go to tap a sugar maple for a consistent product. And that’s what they’ve done on the Maple Creek Farm in Burnsville, our state’s only commercial syrup producer. Each tap can yield up to 10 gallons of sap per season that is then boiled down yielding about a quart of syrup. But the syrup is only part of their operation. Aiming for sustainability through a variety of products, they also offer pasture-raised pork and lamb. Come meet these enterprising farmers and see how they make their delicious syrup. 8:36 UNC-TV | Our State Maple Creek Farm,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no North Carolina is about as far south as you could go to tap a sugar maple for a consistent product. And that’s what they’ve done on the Maple Creek Farm in Burnsville, our state’s only commercial syrup producer. Each tap can yield up to 10 gallons of sap per season that is then boiled down yielding about a quart of syrup. But the syrup is only part of their operation. Aiming for sustainability through a variety of products, they also offer pasture-raised pork and lamb. Come meet these enterprising farmers and see how they make their delicious syrup. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_505_maplecreedfarm_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org 445F86BC-0F8E-49E0-BA68-2059663B2964 Thu, 1 Apr 2010 19:05:07 -0400 Maple Creek Farm | Our State - Large format North Carolina is about as far south as you could go to tap a sugar maple for a consistent product. And that’s what they’ve done on the Maple Creek Farm in Burnsville, our state’s only commercial syrup producer. Each tap can yield up to 10 gallons of sap per season that is then boiled down yielding about a quart of syrup. But the syrup is only part of their operation. Aiming for sustainability through a variety of products, they also offer pasture-raised pork and lamb. Come meet these enterprising farmers and see how they make their delicious syrup. 8:36 UNC-TV | Our State Maple Creek Farm,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no 1,000 miles of footpaths, roads and state bike combine to stretch the Mountains to Sea Trail from Clingman’s Dome in the Smoky Mountains to Jockey’s Ridge on the coast. In 1973, the North Carolina General Assembly passed the North Carolina Trails System Act spurring the inception of the trail. In 2000, the State Legislature designated it as a State Park. We’ll meet the inspiring founder of the Friends Of the Mountains to Sea Trail, Allen de Hart, and see how the organization’s dedicated volunteers are fulfilling the mission of building a statewide footpath. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_504_trailmakers_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org 37DD11E5-C173-4C52-9B17-98BEB6A2BE05 Thu, 1 Apr 2010 19:05:05 -0400 Trailmakers | Our State - Large format 1,000 miles of footpaths, roads and state bike combine to stretch the Mountains to Sea Trail from Clingman’s Dome in the Smoky Mountains to Jockey’s Ridge on the coast. In 1973, the North Carolina General Assembly passed the North Carolina Trails System Act spurring the inception of the trail. In 2000, the State Legislature designated it as a State Park. We’ll meet the inspiring founder of the Friends Of the Mountains to Sea Trail, Allen de Hart, and see how the organization’s dedicated volunteers are fulfilling the mission of building a statewide footpath. 7:57 UNC-TV | Our State Sea Trail,Clingman’s Dome,Smoky Mountains,Jockey’s Ridge,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no 1,000 miles of footpaths, roads and state bike combine to stretch the Mountains to Sea Trail from Clingman’s Dome in the Smoky Mountains to Jockey’s Ridge on the coast. In 1973, the North Carolina General Assembly passed the North Carolina Trails System Act spurring the inception of the trail. In 2000, the State Legislature designated it as a State Park. We’ll meet the inspiring founder of the Friends Of the Mountains to Sea Trail, Allen de Hart, and see how the organization’s dedicated volunteers are fulfilling the mission of building a statewide footpath. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_504_trailmakers_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org 485369EF-BF4F-4BE2-B205-B895F45250F5 Thu, 1 Apr 2010 19:04:56 -0400 Trailmakers | Our State - Large format 1,000 miles of footpaths, roads and state bike combine to stretch the Mountains to Sea Trail from Clingman’s Dome in the Smoky Mountains to Jockey’s Ridge on the coast. In 1973, the North Carolina General Assembly passed the North Carolina Trails System Act spurring the inception of the trail. In 2000, the State Legislature designated it as a State Park. We’ll meet the inspiring founder of the Friends Of the Mountains to Sea Trail, Allen de Hart, and see how the organization’s dedicated volunteers are fulfilling the mission of building a statewide footpath. 7:57 UNC-TV | Our State Sea Trail,Clingman’s Dome,Smoky Mountains,Jockey’s Ridge,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no 1,000 miles of footpaths, roads and state bike combine to stretch the Mountains to Sea Trail from Clingman’s Dome in the Smoky Mountains to Jockey’s Ridge on the coast. In 1973, the North Carolina General Assembly passed the North Carolina Trails System Act spurring the inception of the trail. In 2000, the State Legislature designated it as a State Park. We’ll meet the inspiring founder of the Friends Of the Mountains to Sea Trail, Allen de Hart, and see how the organization’s dedicated volunteers are fulfilling the mission of building a statewide footpath. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_504_trailmakers_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org 3AA46B94-F10C-4FC0-8CBD-8BD0695E1067 Tue, 9 Feb 2010 08:38:23 -0500 Trailmakers | Our State - Large format 1,000 miles of footpaths, roads and state bike combine to stretch the Mountains to Sea Trail from Clingman’s Dome in the Smoky Mountains to Jockey’s Ridge on the coast. In 1973, the North Carolina General Assembly passed the North Carolina Trails System Act spurring the inception of the trail. In 2000, the State Legislature designated it as a State Park. We’ll meet the inspiring founder of the Friends Of the Mountains to Sea Trail, Allen de Hart, and see how the organization’s dedicated volunteers are fulfilling the mission of building a statewide footpath. 7:57 UNC-TV | Our State Sea Trail,Clingman’s Dome,Smoky Mountains,Jockey’s Ridge,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no 1,000 miles of footpaths, roads and state bike combine to stretch the Mountains to Sea Trail from Clingman’s Dome in the Smoky Mountains to Jockey’s Ridge on the coast. In 1973, the North Carolina General Assembly passed the North Carolina Trails System Act spurring the inception of the trail. In 2000, the State Legislature designated it as a State Park. We’ll meet the inspiring founder of the Friends Of the Mountains to Sea Trail, Allen de Hart, and see how the organization’s dedicated volunteers are fulfilling the mission of building a statewide footpath. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_504_trailmakers_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org 389DD370-E0D3-41B2-B196-B6FC9ED9ED61 Mon, 8 Feb 2010 17:30:08 -0500 Trailmakers | Our State - Small format 1,000 miles of footpaths, roads and state bike combine to stretch the Mountains to Sea Trail from Clingman’s Dome in the Smoky Mountains to Jockey’s Ridge on the coast. In 1973, the North Carolina General Assembly passed the North Carolina Trails System Act spurring the inception of the trail. In 2000, the State Legislature designated it as a State Park. We’ll meet the inspiring founder of the Friends Of the Mountains to Sea Trail, Allen de Hart, and see how the organization’s dedicated volunteers are fulfilling the mission of building a statewide footpath. 7:57 UNC-TV | Our State Sea Trail,Clingman’s Dome,Smoky Mountains,Jockey’s Ridge,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Our area wildlife is benefiting from two organizations working to protect them. Through public education programs, the Piedmont Wildlife Center strives to support native wildlife with an emphasis on conserving their habitat in North Carolina. Injured, sick or orphaned animals are treated at the Triangle Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic with the aim of releasing them where they were found in the wild. Come meet the staff and volunteers of these two dedicated groups. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_504_wild_friends_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org DB7459B0-D419-4C16-9184-40FCF7D98143 Mon, 8 Feb 2010 17:37:42 -0500 Wild Friends | Our State - Large format Our area wildlife is benefiting from two organizations working to protect them. Through public education programs, the Piedmont Wildlife Center strives to support native wildlife with an emphasis on conserving their habitat in North Carolina. Injured, sick or orphaned animals are treated at the Triangle Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic with the aim of releasing them where they were found in the wild. Come meet the staff and volunteers of these two dedicated groups. 8:10 UNC-TV | Our State Triangle Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic,Piedmont Wildlife Center,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Our area wildlife is benefiting from two organizations working to protect them. Through public education programs, the Piedmont Wildlife Center strives to support native wildlife with an emphasis on conserving their habitat in North Carolina. Injured, sick or orphaned animals are treated at the Triangle Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic with the aim of releasing them where they were found in the wild. Come meet the staff and volunteers of these two dedicated groups. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_504_wild_friends_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org 750FEA31-DAD7-4603-A45E-AAE04F3703E9 Mon, 8 Feb 2010 17:29:48 -0500 Wild Friends | Our State - Small format Our area wildlife is benefiting from two organizations working to protect them. Through public education programs, the Piedmont Wildlife Center strives to support native wildlife with an emphasis on conserving their habitat in North Carolina. Injured, sick or orphaned animals are treated at the Triangle Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic with the aim of releasing them where they were found in the wild. Come meet the staff and volunteers of these two dedicated groups. 8:10 UNC-TV | Our State Triangle Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic,Piedmont Wildlife Center,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no John Sipe made his first violin in 1960. More than four decades later, this talented luthier is still crafting instruments whose sound will likely resonate as beautifully 300 years from now as it did the first time it was played. From workshop to stage, he sheds light on the interplay of Physics, wood, varnish, tone and time to show how these delicate yet strong instruments come into being. Join us to behold the stunning craftsmanship of this inspired artisan. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_504_wonders_in_wood_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org 0392FB80-92B7-4718-9E97-5BE32B424C25 Mon, 8 Feb 2010 17:37:33 -0500 Wonders in Wood | Our State - Large format John Sipe made his first violin in 1960. More than four decades later, this talented luthier is still crafting instruments whose sound will likely resonate as beautifully 300 years from now as it did the first time it was played. From workshop to stage, he sheds light on the interplay of Physics, wood, varnish, tone and time to show how these delicate yet strong instruments come into being. Join us to behold the stunning craftsmanship of this inspired artisan. 10:40 UNC-TV | Our State John Sipe,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no John Sipe made his first violin in 1960. More than four decades later, this talented luthier is still crafting instruments whose sound will likely resonate as beautifully 300 years from now as it did the first time it was played. From workshop to stage, he sheds light on the interplay of Physics, wood, varnish, tone and time to show how these delicate yet strong instruments come into being. Join us to behold the stunning craftsmanship of this inspired artisan. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_504_wonders_in_wood_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org 8D18BA7A-AF68-4667-8E6D-6EF5D3BCBB50 Mon, 8 Feb 2010 17:29:40 -0500 Wonders in Wood | Our State - Small format John Sipe made his first violin in 1960. More than four decades later, this talented luthier is still crafting instruments whose sound will likely resonate as beautifully 300 years from now as it did the first time it was played. From workshop to stage, he sheds light on the interplay of Physics, wood, varnish, tone and time to show how these delicate yet strong instruments come into being. Join us to behold the stunning craftsmanship of this inspired artisan. 10:40 UNC-TV | Our State Nocturnal Visitors,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Enthusiastic volunteers help a seldom seen nocturnal visitor to our coastal shores—loggerhead turtles. Flourishing for millions of years, the number of loggerhead turtles only began to crash relatively recently, primarily by human factors. This decline spurred the Bald Head Island Conservancy to action protecting the turtles' habitat and educating the public. See how this dedicated group works to preserve the life cycle of these fascinating creatures. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_503_nocturnal_visitors_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org 7A6A1391-73F6-4900-9D5C-A3C209786CA5 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:24:35 -0500 Nocturnal Visitors | Our State - Small format Enthusiastic volunteers help a seldom seen nocturnal visitor to our coastal shores—loggerhead turtles. Flourishing for millions of years, the number of loggerhead turtles only began to crash relatively recently, primarily by human factors. This decline spurred the Bald Head Island Conservancy to action protecting the turtles' habitat and educating the public. See how this dedicated group works to preserve the life cycle of these fascinating creatures. 9:11 UNC-TV | Our State Nocturnal Visitors,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Enthusiastic volunteers help a seldom seen nocturnal visitor to our coastal shores—loggerhead turtles. Flourishing for millions of years, the number of loggerhead turtles only began to crash relatively recently, primarily by human factors. This decline spurred the Bald Head Island Conservancy to action protecting the turtles' habitat and educating the public. See how this dedicated group works to preserve the life cycle of these fascinating creatures. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_503_nocturnal_visitors_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org BC4C9ED0-2ECB-49F2-B5D8-8EB14B4FEF17 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:24:23 -0500 Nocturnal Visitors | Our State - Large format Enthusiastic volunteers help a seldom seen nocturnal visitor to our coastal shores—loggerhead turtles. Flourishing for millions of years, the number of loggerhead turtles only began to crash relatively recently, primarily by human factors. This decline spurred the Bald Head Island Conservancy to action protecting the turtles' habitat and educating the public. See how this dedicated group works to preserve the life cycle of these fascinating creatures. 9:11 UNC-TV | Our State Nocturnal Visitors,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no "Old Baldy" is not just a beacon to tourists. It (and the island it watches over) brings inspiration to a special group of artists. Against the spectacular seascape, they gather biannually to engage in the creative process. They also come for another purpose...to sell some of their paintings in order to help disadvantaged artists through a Dutch non-profit called Paint a Future. Meet these talented artists and see why Bald Head Island keeps beckoning their return. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_503_island_inspirations_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org 72F25D74-BC74-4A01-AAAE-8F699B01C0A7 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:24:20 -0500 Island Inspirations | Our State - Small format "Old Baldy" is not just a beacon to tourists. It (and the island it watches over) brings inspiration to a special group of artists. Against the spectacular seascape, they gather biannually to engage in the creative process. They also come for another purpose...to sell some of their paintings in order to help disadvantaged artists through a Dutch non-profit called Paint a Future. Meet these talented artists and see why Bald Head Island keeps beckoning their return. 9:49 UNC-TV | Our State Island Inspirations,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no "Old Baldy" is not just a beacon to tourists. It (and the island it watches over) brings inspiration to a special group of artists. Against the spectacular seascape, they gather biannually to engage in the creative process. They also come for another purpose...to sell some of their paintings in order to help disadvantaged artists through a Dutch non-profit called Paint a Future. Meet these talented artists and see why Bald Head Island keeps beckoning their return. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_503_island_inspirations_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org D5C8BB12-5FC3-480D-B1DB-5A217EF24940 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:24:17 -0500 Island Inspirations | Our State - Large format "Old Baldy" is not just a beacon to tourists. It (and the island it watches over) brings inspiration to a special group of artists. Against the spectacular seascape, they gather biannually to engage in the creative process. They also come for another purpose...to sell some of their paintings in order to help disadvantaged artists through a Dutch non-profit called Paint a Future. Meet these talented artists and see why Bald Head Island keeps beckoning their return. 9:49 UNC-TV | Our State Island Inspirations,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Forming North Carolina's most southeastern tip at Cape Fear, Bald Head Island presents a stunningly diverse geography of salt marshes, sand dunes and old growth maritime forest. A little over 25 years ago conservationists and developers worked together striking a balance between what people need to thrive in a subtropical environment and what the islands need. Explore the interplay of people and place in this unique coastal barrier system. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_503_living_with_island_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org 8C5078CA-0C39-4FFB-8794-52747005F8AF Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:24:14 -0500 Living with an Island | Our State - Small format Forming North Carolina's most southeastern tip at Cape Fear, Bald Head Island presents a stunningly diverse geography of salt marshes, sand dunes and old growth maritime forest. A little over 25 years ago conservationists and developers worked together striking a balance between what people need to thrive in a subtropical environment and what the islands need. Explore the interplay of people and place in this unique coastal barrier system. 9:43 UNC-TV | Our State Living with an Island,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Forming North Carolina's most southeastern tip at Cape Fear, Bald Head Island presents a stunningly diverse geography of salt marshes, sand dunes and old growth maritime forest. A little over 25 years ago conservationists and developers worked together striking a balance between what people need to thrive in a subtropical environment and what the islands need. Explore the interplay of people and place in this unique coastal barrier system. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_503_living_with_island_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org CE2F73CA-8038-434F-874E-F01164CCE1B8 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:24:11 -0500 Living with an Island | Our State - Large format Forming North Carolina's most southeastern tip at Cape Fear, Bald Head Island presents a stunningly diverse geography of salt marshes, sand dunes and old growth maritime forest. A little over 25 years ago conservationists and developers worked together striking a balance between what people need to thrive in a subtropical environment and what the islands need. Explore the interplay of people and place in this unique coastal barrier system. 9:43 UNC-TV | Our State Living with an Island,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no In 1985, Al Priest and Brad Brown started a stained glass studio in East Bend and, with their stunning panels for all manner of spaces, it continues thriving. Follow along as their team of craftspeople brings a design from inception to installation. View several panes adorning homes, chapels—even a courthouse—and appreciate the artistry of Salem Stained Glass. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_502_window_dressing_appletv.m4v webteam@unctv.org 4934D72C-B368-40C7-9DC2-9E31204967EE Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:46:01 -0500 Window Dressing | Our State - Small format In 1985, Al Priest and Brad Brown started a stained glass studio in East Bend and, with their stunning panels for all manner of spaces, it continues thriving. Follow along as their team of craftspeople brings a design from inception to installation. View several panes adorning homes, chapels—even a courthouse—and appreciate the artistry of Salem Stained Glass. 9:15 UNC-TV | Our State Al Priest,Brad Brown,Salem Stained Glass,Window Dressing,,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no PIne straw now numbers among North Carolina's significant agricultural products. To supplement their other crops, farmers started gathering and selling pine needle bales for landscaping projects. Most of these needles come from the Sandhills where the longleaf pine grows needles up to 18-inches long. Meet some of the producers, including the Claridge State Nursery in Goldsboro, to see how this commodity emerged as such an asset to North Carolina's agricultural industry. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_502_on_pines_and_needles_appletv.m4v webteam@unctv.org B229013E-32AA-4DC9-82EA-B1BA12747E45 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:45:49 -0500 On Pines and Needles | Our State - Small format PIne straw now numbers among North Carolina's significant agricultural products. To supplement their other crops, farmers started gathering and selling pine needle bales for landscaping projects. Most of these needles come from the Sandhills where the longleaf pine grows needles up to 18-inches long. Meet some of the producers, including the Claridge State Nursery in Goldsboro, to see how this commodity emerged as such an asset to North Carolina's agricultural industry. 9:15 UNC-TV | Our State Tweetsie Railroad,Blowing Rock,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Bland Simpson comes to the narrows of the Pasquotank River to tour his Elizabeth City hometown, fondly referred to as "The Queen of the Albemarle" and founded as digging began on the Dismal Swamp 15 miles north in 1793. This historic port boasts a rich history and cultural community showcased in its expansive historic district, reemerging downtown arts, the Museum of the Albemarle, avionics and even the great unsolved mystery of Nell Cropsey's murder. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_502_elizabeth_city_appletv.m4v webteam@unctv.org 95EFCC64-91FA-4264-968E-2FEACB9B91AA Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:45:33 -0500 Tar Heel Towns: Elizabeth City | Our State - Small format Bland Simpson comes to the narrows of the Pasquotank River to tour his Elizabeth City hometown, fondly referred to as "The Queen of the Albemarle" and founded as digging began on the Dismal Swamp 15 miles north in 1793. This historic port boasts a rich history and cultural community showcased in its expansive historic district, reemerging downtown arts, the Museum of the Albemarle, avionics and even the great unsolved mystery of Nell Cropsey's murder. 9:36 UNC-TV | Our State Elizabeth City hometown,Dismal Swamp,The Queen of the Albemarle,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no In 1985, Al Priest and Brad Brown started a stained glass studio in East Bend and, with their stunning panels for all manner of spaces, it continues thriving. Follow along as their team of craftspeople brings a design from inception to installation. View several panes adorning homes, chapels—even a courthouse—and appreciate the artistry of Salem Stained Glass. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_502_window_dressing.m4v webteam@unctv.org 2E786665-6BCD-48CF-825D-C0B6FE2F2EF1 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:33:59 -0500 Window Dressing | Our State - Small format In 1985, Al Priest and Brad Brown started a stained glass studio in East Bend and, with their stunning panels for all manner of spaces, it continues thriving. Follow along as their team of craftspeople brings a design from inception to installation. View several panes adorning homes, chapels—even a courthouse—and appreciate the artistry of Salem Stained Glass. 9:15 UNC-TV | Our State Al Priest,Brad Brown,Salem Stained Glass,Window Dressing,,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no PIne straw now numbers among North Carolina's significant agricultural products. To supplement their other crops, farmers started gathering and selling pine needle bales for landscaping projects. Most of these needles come from the Sandhills where the longleaf pine grows needles up to 18-inches long. Meet some of the producers, including the Claridge State Nursery in Goldsboro, to see how this commodity emerged as such an asset to North Carolina's agricultural industry. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_502_on_pines_and_needles.m4v webteam@unctv.org 6F143A22-0BC1-42AC-BEF1-943BBD9059C3 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:33:17 -0500 On Pines and Needles | Our State - Small format PIne straw now numbers among North Carolina's significant agricultural products. To supplement their other crops, farmers started gathering and selling pine needle bales for landscaping projects. Most of these needles come from the Sandhills where the longleaf pine grows needles up to 18-inches long. Meet some of the producers, including the Claridge State Nursery in Goldsboro, to see how this commodity emerged as such an asset to North Carolina's agricultural industry. 9:15 UNC-TV | Our State Tweetsie Railroad,Blowing Rock,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Bland Simpson comes to the narrows of the Pasquotank River to tour his Elizabeth City hometown, fondly referred to as "The Queen of the Albemarle" and founded as digging began on the Dismal Swamp 15 miles north in 1793. This historic port boasts a rich history and cultural community showcased in its expansive historic district, reemerging downtown arts, the Museum of the Albemarle, avionics and even the great unsolved mystery of Nell Cropsey's murder. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_502_elizabeth_city.m4v webteam@unctv.org 67632645-006A-4CD8-A667-BAC2270C8C79 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:32:54 -0500 Tar Heel Towns: Elizabeth City | Our State - Small format Bland Simpson comes to the narrows of the Pasquotank River to tour his Elizabeth City hometown, fondly referred to as "The Queen of the Albemarle" and founded as digging began on the Dismal Swamp 15 miles north in 1793. This historic port boasts a rich history and cultural community showcased in its expansive historic district, reemerging downtown arts, the Museum of the Albemarle, avionics and even the great unsolved mystery of Nell Cropsey's murder. 9:36 UNC-TV | Our State Elizabeth City hometown,Dismal Swamp,The Queen of the Albemarle,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Through the mountain valleys near Blowing Rock, steam train whistles can still be heard at the Tweetsie Railroad. Two visionary entrepreneurs saved engines 12 and 190 from the scrap pile as centerpieces of the recreated Old West. Come see how they industriously maintain these engines to deliver passengers back to yesteryear aboard one of North Carolina's most beloved attractions. We'll feature fascinating archival footage of Engines 12 and 190 with thanks to Tweetsie engineer, Tim Smith who compiled it from various historic collections. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_501_tweetsie.m4v webteam@unctv.org 4E800224-1058-4C06-9465-2B1839CA5B86 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:25:28 -0400 Tweetsie Railroad | Our State - Small format Through the mountain valleys near Blowing Rock, steam train whistles can still be heard at the Tweetsie Railroad. Two visionary entrepreneurs saved engines 12 and 190 from the scrap pile as centerpieces of the recreated Old West. Come see how they industriously maintain these engines to deliver passengers back to yesteryear aboard one of North Carolina's most beloved attractions. We'll feature fascinating archival footage of Engines 12 and 190 with thanks to Tweetsie engineer, Tim Smith who compiled it from various historic collections. 9:36 UNC-TV | Our State Tweetsie Railroad,Blowing Rock,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Through the mountain valleys near Blowing Rock, steam train whistles can still be heard at the Tweetsie Railroad. Two visionary entrepreneurs saved engines 12 and 190 from the scrap pile as centerpieces of the recreated Old West. Come see how they industriously maintain these engines to deliver passengers back to yesteryear aboard one of North Carolina's most beloved attractions. We'll feature fascinating archival footage of Engines 12 and 190 with thanks to Tweetsie engineer, Tim Smith who compiled it from various historic collections. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_501_tweetsie_appletv.m4v webteam@unctv.org FE498256-4F6B-42AA-9374-DFC1F8C2BD52 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:22:38 -0400 Tweetsie Railroad | Our State - Large format Through the mountain valleys near Blowing Rock, steam train whistles can still be heard at the Tweetsie Railroad. Two visionary entrepreneurs saved engines 12 and 190 from the scrap pile as centerpieces of the recreated Old West. Come see how they industriously maintain these engines to deliver passengers back to yesteryear aboard one of North Carolina's most beloved attractions. We'll feature fascinating archival footage of Engines 12 and 190 with thanks to Tweetsie engineer, Tim Smith who compiled it from various historic collections. 10:39 UNC-TV | Our State Tweetsie Railroad,Blowing Rock,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no According to painting John Silver, the key to painting outside is to paint quickly and deliberately, but not hurriedly. Using this plein air technique, he heads to the beach finding inspiration in relic beach houses or families interacting. When the weather keeps him inside, he pursues a still life or portraits of jazz musicians from memory. Join us to meet this compelling artist. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_501_silver_lining_appletv.m4v webteam@unctv.org C2E47079-F10B-4064-97B2-9CF6BFAC0895 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:21:06 -0400 Silver Lining | Our State - Small format According to painting John Silver, the key to painting outside is to paint quickly and deliberately, but not hurriedly. Using this plein air technique, he heads to the beach finding inspiration in relic beach houses or families interacting. When the weather keeps him inside, he pursues a still life or portraits of jazz musicians from memory. Join us to meet this compelling artist. 7:38 UNC-TV | Our State Silver Lining,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no According to painting John Silver, the key to painting outside is to paint quickly and deliberately, but not hurriedly. Using this plein air technique, he heads to the beach finding inspiration in relic beach houses or families interacting. When the weather keeps him inside, he pursues a still life or portraits of jazz musicians from memory. Join us to meet this compelling artist. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_501_silver_lining.m4v webteam@unctv.org 82919B1F-0D71-454D-AC96-80421BE368EB Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:16:11 -0400 Silver Lining | Our State - Small format According to painting John Silver, the key to painting outside is to paint quickly and deliberately, but not hurriedly. Using this plein air technique, he heads to the beach finding inspiration in relic beach houses or families interacting. When the weather keeps him inside, he pursues a still life or portraits of jazz musicians from memory. Join us to meet this compelling artist. 7:38 UNC-TV | Our State Silver Lining,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Morris Dancing traces its roots back to 15th Century Moorish dancing in Spain. These dances evolved and migrated to England and eventually America where groups like the Brasstown Dancers can be found performing today. Come watch the vibrant interpretation of historic folk life as groups prepare to perform at the Grove Park Inn in the Best of Our State. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_501_brasstown.m4v webteam@unctv.org 6E1289F7-814E-4F54-9A93-02A9F5E9504A Wed, 21 Oct 2009 17:14:52 -0400 Brasstown Dancers | Our State - Small format Morris Dancing traces its roots back to 15th Century Moorish dancing in Spain. These dances evolved and migrated to England and eventually America where groups like the Brasstown Dancers can be found performing today. Come watch the vibrant interpretation of historic folk life as groups prepare to perform at the Grove Park Inn in the Best of Our State. 8:47 UNC-TV | Our State Brasstown Dancers,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no Morris Dancing traces its roots back to 15th Century Moorish dancing in Spain. These dances evolved and migrated to England and eventually America where groups like the Brasstown Dancers can be found performing today. Come watch the vibrant interpretation of historic folk life as groups prepare to perform at the Grove Park Inn in the Best of Our State. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os_501_brasstown_appletv.m4v webteam@unctv.org 70EBC34A-FB16-45B1-A88A-441762CED3D8 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:47:44 -0400 Brasstown Dancers | Our State - Large format Morris Dancing traces its roots back to 15th Century Moorish dancing in Spain. These dances evolved and migrated to England and eventually America where groups like the Brasstown Dancers can be found performing today. Come watch the vibrant interpretation of historic folk life as groups prepare to perform at the Grove Park Inn in the Best of Our State. 8:47 UNC-TV | Our State Brasstown Dancers,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no How old is the New River exactly? Is it really the second oldest after the Nile? Geologists differ. But it is certain that this waterway is a remnant of the Teaz River prefiguring the Ohio River system. While Colonel Abraham Wood of Virginia was surprised to discover it in 1654, Native Americans, especially the Cherokee, had been fishing and hunting in the area for ten thousand years. Join Bland Simpson for a trip along our country’s only major northward flowing river and the spectacular surrounding valley including the treasured biodiversity of the Bluff Mountain Preserve. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os408_newriver_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org 0CA58113-390B-4485-A8B7-E7015C69B312 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:28:40 -0400 New River Country | Our State - Large format How old is the New River exactly? Is it really the second oldest after the Nile? Geologists differ. But it is certain that this waterway is a remnant of the Teaz River prefiguring the Ohio River system. While Colonel Abraham Wood of Virginia was surprised to discover it in 1654, Native Americans, especially the Cherokee, had been fishing and hunting in the area for ten thousand years. Join Bland Simpson for a trip along our country’s only major northward flowing river and the spectacular surrounding valley including the treasured biodiversity of the Bluff Mountain Preserve. 9:39 UNC-TV | Our State New River,Bland Simpson,Cherokee,Teaz River,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no How old is the New River exactly? Is it really the second oldest after the Nile? Geologists differ. But it is certain that this waterway is a remnant of the Teaz River prefiguring the Ohio River system. While Colonel Abraham Wood of Virginia was surprised to discover it in 1654, Native Americans, especially the Cherokee, had been fishing and hunting in the area for ten thousand years. Join Bland Simpson for a trip along our country’s only major northward flowing river and the spectacular surrounding valley including the treasured biodiversity of the Bluff Mountain Preserve. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os408_newriver_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org A59CD74E-6944-4582-970C-4E17C9C149E8 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:26:26 -0500 New River Country | Our State - Large format How old is the New River exactly? Is it really the second oldest after the Nile? Geologists differ. But it is certain that this waterway is a remnant of the Teaz River prefiguring the Ohio River system. While Colonel Abraham Wood of Virginia was surprised to discover it in 1654, Native Americans, especially the Cherokee, had been fishing and hunting in the area for ten thousand years. Join Bland Simpson for a trip along our country’s only major northward flowing river and the spectacular surrounding valley including the treasured biodiversity of the Bluff Mountain Preserve. 9:39 UNC-TV | Our State New River,Bland Simpson,Cherokee,Teaz River,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no How old is the New River exactly? Is it really the second oldest after the Nile? Geologists differ. But it is certain that this waterway is a remnant of the Teaz River prefiguring the Ohio River system. While Colonel Abraham Wood of Virginia was surprised to discover it in 1654, Native Americans, especially the Cherokee, had been fishing and hunting in the area for ten thousand years. Join Bland Simpson for a trip along our country’s only major northward flowing river and the spectacular surrounding valley including the treasured biodiversity of the Bluff Mountain Preserve. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os408_newriver_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org B1F9B117-C494-4524-BC8F-412C8F733453 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:17:19 -0500 New River Country | Our State - Small format How old is the New River exactly? Is it really the second oldest after the Nile? Geologists differ. But it is certain that this waterway is a remnant of the Teaz River prefiguring the Ohio River system. While Colonel Abraham Wood of Virginia was surprised to discover it in 1654, Native Americans, especially the Cherokee, had been fishing and hunting in the area for ten thousand years. Join Bland Simpson for a trip along our country’s only major northward flowing river and the spectacular surrounding valley including the treasured biodiversity of the Bluff Mountain Preserve. 9:39 UNC-TV | Our State New River,Bland Simpson,Cherokee,Teaz River,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,museums no no In 1946 on Topsail Island, the U.S. Navy embarked on a top-secret missile development program. Foreseeing the role of missiles in future combat, the Navy constructed a research station including eight towers used to photograph rockets that whizzed by at speeds up to 1500 mph! Eventually the program outgrew its barrier island site and was transferred to California. But the remnants of the program remain…two of the original towers still stand among the dunes and the original explosion proof assembly building serves as the Missiles and More Museum. Join Billy Barnes as he reveals the fascinating mission behind “Operation Bumblebee”. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os408_topsailtowers_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org AD00A881-75AD-4196-ABA1-D9EAB1745E81 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:26:14 -0500 Topsail Towers | Our State - Large format In 1946 on Topsail Island, the U.S. Navy embarked on a top-secret missile development program. Foreseeing the role of missiles in future combat, the Navy constructed a research station including eight towers used to photograph rockets that whizzed by at speeds up to 1500 mph! Eventually the program outgrew its barrier island site and was transferred to California. But the remnants of the program remain…two of the original towers still stand among the dunes and the original explosion proof assembly building serves as the Missiles and More Museum. Join Billy Barnes as he reveals the fascinating mission behind “Operation Bumblebee”. 9:39 UNC-TV | Our State Topsail Towers,Topsail Island,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums no no In 1946 on Topsail Island, the U.S. Navy embarked on a top-secret missile development program. Foreseeing the role of missiles in future combat, the Navy constructed a research station including eight towers used to photograph rockets that whizzed by at speeds up to 1500 mph! Eventually the program outgrew its barrier island site and was transferred to California. But the remnants of the program remain…two of the original towers still stand among the dunes and the original explosion proof assembly building serves as the Missiles and More Museum. Join Billy Barnes as he reveals the fascinating mission behind “Operation Bumblebee”. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os408_topsailtowers_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org A15ED4C8-1C36-4527-8334-963A7F83A426 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:17:18 -0500 Topsail Towers | Our State - Small format In 1946 on Topsail Island, the U.S. Navy embarked on a top-secret missile development program. Foreseeing the role of missiles in future combat, the Navy constructed a research station including eight towers used to photograph rockets that whizzed by at speeds up to 1500 mph! Eventually the program outgrew its barrier island site and was transferred to California. But the remnants of the program remain…two of the original towers still stand among the dunes and the original explosion proof assembly building serves as the Missiles and More Museum. Join Billy Barnes as he reveals the fascinating mission behind “Operation Bumblebee”. 9:39 UNC-TV | Our State Topsail Towers,Topsail Island,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums no no In the Piedmont, traditional black stringmusic ensembles featured the banjo as lead instrument with a fiddle or guitar as accompaniment if one was available. There’s a new force in stringband music that’s reviving the Piedmont’s musical heritage. Using a variety of traditional old-time instruments, Rhiannon Giddens, Justin Robinson and Dom Flemons form the Carolina Chocolate Drops. Their tutelage under Joe Thompson, said to be the last black traditional string music player, along with their diverse musical backgrounds, has helped them carry on the area’s musical traditions. Come meet these outstanding musicians and hear how Carolina Piedmont stringmusic is going strong. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os408_cchocdrops_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org 27DD2C71-071C-48C2-92FD-74595DD58959 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:25:50 -0500 Carolina Chocolate Drops | Our State - Large format In the Piedmont, traditional black string music ensembles featured the banjo as lead instrument with a fiddle or guitar as accompaniment if one was available. There’s a new force in stringband music that’s reviving the Piedmont’s musical heritage. Using a variety of traditional old-time instruments, Rhiannon Giddens, Justin Robinson and Dom Flemons form the Carolina Chocolate Drops. Their tutelage under Joe Thompson, said to be the last black traditional string music player, along with their diverse musical backgrounds, has helped them carry on the area’s musical traditions. Come meet these outstanding musicians and hear how Carolina Piedmont stringmusic is going strong. 9:39 UNC-TV | Our State Carolina Chocolate Drops,Rhiannon Giddens,Justin Robinson,Dom Flemons,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,arts,museums no no In the Piedmont, traditional black stringmusic ensembles featured the banjo as lead instrument with a fiddle or guitar as accompaniment if one was available. There’s a new force in stringband music that’s reviving the Piedmont’s musical heritage. Using a variety of traditional old-time instruments, Rhiannon Giddens, Justin Robinson and Dom Flemons form the Carolina Chocolate Drops. Their tutelage under Joe Thompson, said to be the last black traditional string music player, along with their diverse musical backgrounds, has helped them carry on the area’s musical traditions. Come meet these outstanding musicians and hear how Carolina Piedmont stringmusic is going strong. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os408_cchocdrops_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org 33FCDF2E-D977-4001-AC43-00C6E6242591 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:17:17 -0500 Carolina Chocolate Drops | Our State - Small format In the Piedmont, traditional black string music ensembles featured the banjo as lead instrument with a fiddle or guitar as accompaniment if one was available. There’s a new force in stringband music that’s reviving the Piedmont’s musical heritage. Using a variety of traditional old-time instruments, Rhiannon Giddens, Justin Robinson and Dom Flemons form the Carolina Chocolate Drops. Their tutelage under Joe Thompson, said to be the last black traditional string music player, along with their diverse musical backgrounds, has helped them carry on the area’s musical traditions. Come meet these outstanding musicians and hear how Carolina Piedmont stringmusic is going strong. 9:39 UNC-TV | Our State Carolina Chocolate Drops,Rhiannon Giddens,Justin Robinson,Dom Flemons,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,arts,museums no no Next we travel to Boone to meet painter, writer and teacher, Noyes Capehart. From an abandoned house that inspired one of his paintings, to his studio, we see how this provocative artist has fused image making and storytelling to produce a remarkable body of work. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os402_anartist_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org 50A083FA-ED6D-4D5C-87CB-44377166DBF4 Wed, 28 Jan 2009 15:02:34 -0500 An Artist's Reflections | Our State - Small format Next we travel to Boone to meet painter, writer and teacher, Noyes Capehart. From an abandoned house that inspired one of his paintings, to his studio, we see how this provocative artist has fused image making and storytelling to produce a remarkable body of work. 9:46 UNC-TV | Our State An Artist's Reflections ,Noyes Capehart,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums no no Next we travel to Boone to meet painter, writer and teacher, Noyes Capehart. From an abandoned house that inspired one of his paintings, to his studio, we see how this provocative artist has fused image making and storytelling to produce a remarkable body of work. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os402_anartist_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org 8B750CE2-DEA5-42E1-B38E-8ACF6B5152C6 Wed, 28 Jan 2009 15:00:00 -0500 An Artist's Reflections | Our State - Large format Next we travel to Boone to meet painter, writer and teacher, Noyes Capehart. From an abandoned house that inspired one of his paintings, to his studio, we see how this provocative artist has fused image making and storytelling to produce a remarkable body of work. 9:46 UNC-TV | Our State An Artist's Reflections ,Noyes Capehart,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums no no The Oak Island Lighthouse is one of seven that line our coast. Still among the brightest lighthouses in world, this powerful beacon can be seen 24 nautical miles out to sea. It possesses several unique features including an interior switchback ladder configuration, a motor-powered hoist to haul supplies to the top as well as coloring agents mixed in the concrete fixing the paint permanently. We’ll meet one of the people who constructed the lighthouse, learn about the innovative techniques to build it and climb to the top to behold the view that makes clear why this attraction is so popular. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os407_oakislandlighth_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org CF5B68F6-092E-41C1-A537-0A24659BD9B8 Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:39:35 -0500 Oak Island Lighthouse | Our State - Large format The Oak Island Lighthouse is one of seven that line our coast. Still among the brightest lighthouses in world, this powerful beacon can be seen 24 nautical miles out to sea. It possesses several unique features including an interior switchback ladder configuration, a motor-powered hoist to haul supplies to the top as well as coloring agents mixed in the concrete fixing the paint permanently. We’ll meet one of the people who constructed the lighthouse, learn about the innovative techniques to build it and climb to the top to behold the view that makes clear why this attraction is so popular. 9:09 UNC-TV | North Carolina Weekend Oak Island Lighthouse,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums no no The Oak Island Lighthouse is one of seven that line our coast. Still among the brightest lighthouses in world, this powerful beacon can be seen 24 nautical miles out to sea. It possesses several unique features including an interior switchback ladder configuration, a motor-powered hoist to haul supplies to the top as well as coloring agents mixed in the concrete fixing the paint permanently. We’ll meet one of the people who constructed the lighthouse, learn about the innovative techniques to build it and climb to the top to behold the view that makes clear why this attraction is so popular. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os407_oakislandlighth_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org 4E06998F-9EE0-4A5C-90FD-6BB44A9DD210 Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:39:32 -0500 Oak Island Lighthouse | Our State - Small format The Oak Island Lighthouse is one of seven that line our coast. Still among the brightest lighthouses in world, this powerful beacon can be seen 24 nautical miles out to sea. It possesses several unique features including an interior switchback ladder configuration, a motor-powered hoist to haul supplies to the top as well as coloring agents mixed in the concrete fixing the paint permanently. We’ll meet one of the people who constructed the lighthouse, learn about the innovative techniques to build it and climb to the top to behold the view that makes clear why this attraction is so popular. 9:09 UNC-TV | North Carolina Weekend Oak Island Lighthouse,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums no no North of Winston-Salem, the quartzite outcroppings, waterfalls and winding trails of Hanging Rock State Park draw visitors from all over the state. Originally envisioned as a resort area during the 1920s, the park fell victim to the Depression and was eventually sold to the state for State Park designation. Some of the highest peaks in the Sauratown Mountains can be found here including Moore’s Knob, the tallest point in Stokes County, where you can enjoy the 360° view from the observation tower. Join us to explore this natural treasure. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os407_hangingrock_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org 40E951FE-D77F-4669-87E2-2EC936A7F5F9 Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:39:28 -0500 Hanging Rock State Park | Our State - Large format North of Winston-Salem, the quartzite outcroppings, waterfalls and winding trails of Hanging Rock State Park draw visitors from all over the state. Originally envisioned as a resort area during the 1920s, the park fell victim to the Depression and was eventually sold to the state for State Park designation. Some of the highest peaks in the Sauratown Mountains can be found here including Moore’s Knob, the tallest point in Stokes County, where you can enjoy the 360° view from the observation tower. Join us to explore this natural treasure. 7:17 UNC-TV | North Carolina Weekend Hanging Rock State Park,,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums no no North of Winston-Salem, the quartzite outcroppings, waterfalls and winding trails of Hanging Rock State Park draw visitors from all over the state. Originally envisioned as a resort area during the 1920s, the park fell victim to the Depression and was eventually sold to the state for State Park designation. Some of the highest peaks in the Sauratown Mountains can be found here including Moore’s Knob, the tallest point in Stokes County, where you can enjoy the 360° view from the observation tower. Join us to explore this natural treasure. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os407_hangingrock_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org A48A6AC6-C377-4CFC-BD72-5950B40AB9CA Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:39:24 -0500 Hanging Rock State Park | Our State - Small format North of Winston-Salem, the quartzite outcroppings, waterfalls and winding trails of Hanging Rock State Park draw visitors from all over the state. Originally envisioned as a resort area during the 1920s, the park fell victim to the Depression and was eventually sold to the state for State Park designation. Some of the highest peaks in the Sauratown Mountains can be found here including Moore’s Knob, the tallest point in Stokes County, where you can enjoy the 360° view from the observation tower. Join us to explore this natural treasure. 7:17 UNC-TV | North Carolina Weekend Hanging Rock State Park,,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums no no Stephen Zawistowski stayed in his front yard with his first welder until he taught himself to weld. Drawing inspiration from nature, his beautiful wrought steel sculptures have been coming forth ever since. We’ll meet this innovative Jacksonville artist who works in law enforcement by day,and find out how his creative work has changed his life. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os407_heavymetal_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org A1B8D98E-E5D3-4464-941B-25B62F834962 Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:39:18 -0500 Heavy Metal | Our State - Large format Stephen Zawistowski stayed in his front yard with his first welder until he taught himself to weld. Drawing inspiration from nature, his beautiful wrought steel sculptures have been coming forth ever since. We’ll meet this innovative Jacksonville artist who works in law enforcement by day,and find out how his creative work has changed his life. 8:30 UNC-TV | North Carolina Weekend Heavy Metal,Stephen Zawistowski,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums no no Stephen Zawistowski stayed in his front yard with his first welder until he taught himself to weld. Drawing inspiration from nature, his beautiful wrought steel sculptures have been coming forth ever since. We’ll meet this innovative Jacksonville artist who works in law enforcement by day,and find out how his creative work has changed his life. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os407_heavymetal_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org F12331BA-7B9B-4A6B-961C-3345F09887D6 Fri, 16 Jan 2009 08:39:14 -0500 Heavy Metal | Our State - Small format Stephen Zawistowski stayed in his front yard with his first welder until he taught himself to weld. Drawing inspiration from nature, his beautiful wrought steel sculptures have been coming forth ever since. We’ll meet this innovative Jacksonville artist who works in law enforcement by day,and find out how his creative work has changed his life. 8:30 UNC-TV | North Carolina Weekend Heavy Metal,Stephen Zawistowski,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums no no At the foot of the Black Mountain Range in Burnsville, a landfill gas-to-energy project is fueling the creative work of artists and horticulturists at the Energy Xchange. Wells situated over the landfill pull methane to a central collection station sending it to boilers and craft studios. The gas also heats the greenhouses where native ornamental shrubbery is raised and sold wholesale locally. The two-fold aim of this enterprising organization is promoting responsible energy use as well as expanding economic development in the area. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os405_energy_xchange_480.m4v webteam@unctv.org F8E4866C-2DAB-4247-A96E-FF4A71E40466 Mon, 1 Dec 2008 16:09:50 -0500 Energy Xchange | Our State - Small format At the foot of the Black Mountain Range in Burnsville, a landfill gas-to-energy project is fueling the creative work of artists and horticulturists at the Energy Xchange. Wells situated over the landfill pull methane to a central collection station sending it to boilers and craft studios. The gas also heats the greenhouses where native ornamental shrubbery is raised and sold wholesale locally. The two-fold aim of this enterprising organization is promoting responsible energy use as well as expanding economic development in the area. Visitors are often treated to the amazing site of watching a work of art being created right before their eyes and can purchase some of them in the on-site gallery. 8:40 UNC-TV | North Carolina Weekend Black Mountain Range,Burnsville,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums no no At the foot of the Black Mountain Range in Burnsville, a landfill gas-to-energy project is fueling the creative work of artists and horticulturists at the Energy Xchange. Wells situated over the landfill pull methane to a central collection station sending it to boilers and craft studios. The gas also heats the greenhouses where native ornamental shrubbery is raised and sold wholesale locally. The two-fold aim of this enterprising organization is promoting responsible energy use as well as expanding economic development in the area. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os405_energy_xchange_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org 5BE46E3F-6AFD-4658-B8C3-8D5D6CE62F17 Mon, 1 Dec 2008 16:07:19 -0500 Energy Xchange | Our State - Large format At the foot of the Black Mountain Range in Burnsville, a landfill gas-to-energy project is fueling the creative work of artists and horticulturists at the Energy Xchange. Wells situated over the landfill pull methane to a central collection station sending it to boilers and craft studios. The gas also heats the greenhouses where native ornamental shrubbery is raised and sold wholesale locally. The two-fold aim of this enterprising organization is promoting responsible energy use as well as expanding economic development in the area. Visitors are often treated to the amazing site of watching a work of art being created right before their eyes and can purchase some of them in the on-site gallery. 8:40 UNC-TV | North Carolina Weekend Black Mountain Range,Burnsville,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums no no Jockey's Ridge State Park near Nags Head has the tallest sand dune in the eastern US. But it doesn’t sit still…seasonal winds constantly move this live dune between Roanoke Sound and the Atlantic. The Park might not be here at all if some dedicated Nags Head residents hadn’t worked together to save the dunes from being bulldozed completely for development. And while the tallest dune stands impressively at 90 feet, development and vegetation have still significantly shortened it over the last few decades. Farther north, tucked in between the shifting sands is Nags Head Woods Preserve. As the dunes shield it from wind and salt, an amazing biodiversity of plants and wildlife has thrived here. Join us to explore this wondrous ever-changing landscape. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os406_sandandwood_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org 99063167-05A0-48AD-ACBB-184BA81BACE2 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:57:41 -0500 Sand and Wood | Our State - Large format Jockey's Ridge State Park near Nags Head has the tallest sand dune in the eastern US. But it doesn’t sit still…seasonal winds constantly move this live dune between Roanoke Sound and the Atlantic. The Park might not be here at all if some dedicated Nags Head residents hadn’t worked together to save the dunes from being bulldozed completely for development. And while the tallest dune stands impressively at 90 feet, development and vegetation have still significantly shortened it over the last few decades. Farther north, tucked in between the shifting sands is Nags Head Woods Preserve. As the dunes shield it from wind and salt, an amazing biodiversity of plants and wildlife has thrived here. Join us to explore this wondrous ever-changing landscape. 9:20 UNC-TV | North Carolina Weekend Sand and Wood,Jockey's Ridge State Park,Nags Head,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums no no Jockey's Ridge State Park near Nags Head has the tallest sand dune in the eastern US. But it doesn’t sit still…seasonal winds constantly move this live dune between Roanoke Sound and the Atlantic. The Park might not be here at all if some dedicated Nags Head residents hadn’t worked together to save the dunes from being bulldozed completely for development. And while the tallest dune stands impressively at 90 feet, development and vegetation have still significantly shortened it over the last few decades. Farther north, tucked in between the shifting sands is Nags Head Woods Preserve. As the dunes shield it from wind and salt, an amazing biodiversity of plants and wildlife has thrived here. Join us to explore this wondrous ever-changing landscape. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os406_sandandwood_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org 05FD0B2B-0093-44B3-9910-C44DCDB545D1 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:53:18 -0500 Sand and Wood | Our State - Small format Jockey's Ridge State Park near Nags Head has the tallest sand dune in the eastern US. But it doesn’t sit still…seasonal winds constantly move this live dune between Roanoke Sound and the Atlantic. The Park might not be here at all if some dedicated Nags Head residents hadn’t worked together to save the dunes from being bulldozed completely for development. And while the tallest dune stands impressively at 90 feet, development and vegetation have still significantly shortened it over the last few decades. Farther north, tucked in between the shifting sands is Nags Head Woods Preserve. As the dunes shield it from wind and salt, an amazing biodiversity of plants and wildlife has thrived here. Join us to explore this wondrous ever-changing landscape. 9:23 UNC-TV | North Carolina Weekend Sand and Wood,Jockey's Ridge State Park,Nags Head,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums no no The Paperhand Puppet Intervention combines the artistry of co-founders, Donovan Zimmerman and Jan Burger and as a cast of volunteers. Their vivifying puppet shows synthesize many forms including sculpture, painting, music, dance, improvisation, theatre and costume design aiming to inspire and promote social change. We’ll meet these fascinating artists and watch the challenging process of bringing one of their multi-scaled performances to life http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os406_puppetmasters_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org 08395C67-5BD3-4EFD-BCA8-781F57360F21 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:51:28 -0500 Puppet Masters | Our State - Small format The Paperhand Puppet Intervention combines the artistry of co-founders, Donovan Zimmerman and Jan Burger and as a cast of volunteers. Their vivifying puppet shows synthesize many forms including sculpture, painting, music, dance, improvisation, theatre and costume design aiming to inspire and promote social change. We’ll meet these fascinating artists and watch the challenging process of bringing one of their multi-scaled performances to life 9:23 UNC-TV | North Carolina Weekend Puppet Masters,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums,festivals,beach no no The Paperhand Puppet Intervention combines the artistry of co-founders, Donovan Zimmerman and Jan Burger and as a cast of volunteers. Their vivifying puppet shows synthesize many forms including sculpture, painting, music, dance, improvisation, theatre and costume design aiming to inspire and promote social change. We’ll meet these fascinating artists and watch the challenging process of bringing one of their multi-scaled performances to life http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os406_puppetmasters_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org 257D526A-4BFC-4B0C-9A21-2F035C52768C Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:36:14 -0500 Puppet Masters | Our State - Large format The Paperhand Puppet Intervention combines the artistry of co-founders, Donovan Zimmerman and Jan Burger and as a cast of volunteers. Their vivifying puppet shows synthesize many forms including sculpture, painting, music, dance, improvisation, theatre and costume design aiming to inspire and promote social change. We’ll meet these fascinating artists and watch the challenging process of bringing one of their multi-scaled performances to life 9:23 UNC-TV | North Carolina Weekend Puppet Masters,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums,festivals,beach no no A lavish 19th Century home sits just outside of Hickory possessing what the North Carolina Department of Archives and History has deemed "the finest Queen Anne interior styling in the entire state”. Daniel Webster Shuler built Harper House in 1887 showcasing 20 rooms filled to the ceilings in extensive Victorian luxury. In 1921, Finley Gwyn Harper, Sr. and his family lived there for three generations until it was deeded to the Catawba County Historical Association for preservation and renovation. Join us to tour this richly historic home. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os406_harperhouse_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org 3DE3DB1C-4881-4D20-9428-081A73D9F918 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:34:39 -0500 Harper House | Our State - Small format A lavish 19th Century home sits just outside of Hickory possessing what the North Carolina Department of Archives and History has deemed "the finest Queen Anne interior styling in the entire state”. Daniel Webster Shuler built Harper House in 1887 showcasing 20 rooms filled to the ceilings in extensive Victorian luxury. In 1921, Finley Gwyn Harper, Sr. and his family lived there for three generations until it was deeded to the Catawba County Historical Association for preservation and renovation. Join us to tour this richly historic home. 7:19 UNC-TV | North Carolina Weekend Harper House,Hickory,North Carolina,tourism,historic sites no no A lavish 19th Century home sits just outside of Hickory possessing what the North Carolina Department of Archives and History has deemed "the finest Queen Anne interior styling in the entire state”. Daniel Webster Shuler built Harper House in 1887 showcasing 20 rooms filled to the ceilings in extensive Victorian luxury. In 1921, Finley Gwyn Harper, Sr. and his family lived there for three generations until it was deeded to the Catawba County Historical Association for preservation and renovation. Join us to tour this richly historic home. http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os406_harperhouse_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org CA523637-AB3B-407D-B706-83B9430B0FAA Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:31:44 -0500 Harper House | Our State - Large format A lavish 19th Century home sits just outside of Hickory possessing what the North Carolina Department of Archives and History has deemed "the finest Queen Anne interior styling in the entire state”. Daniel Webster Shuler built Harper House in 1887 showcasing 20 rooms filled to the ceilings in extensive Victorian luxury. In 1921, Finley Gwyn Harper, Sr. and his family lived there for three generations until it was deeded to the Catawba County Historical Association for preservation and renovation. Join us to tour this richly historic home. 7:19 UNC-TV | North Carolina Weekend Harper House,Hickory,North Carolina,tourism,historic sites no no As our state’s first seat of government, William Tryon, North Carolina’s first Colonial Governor and architect John Hawks designed an exquisite Georgian mansion and capitol building. When the main building burned in 1798, the grounds fell into ruin as New Bern development encroached over the site. But after WWII, the Tryon Palace Commission and a garden committee formed to research the possibility of reconstructing the site. Join us to discover how they uncovered history’s fascinating footprint to reconstruct a treasured attraction. Scenes of Colonial life are courtesy of UNC-TV's dramatic production, Alamance http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os405_tryon_small.m4v webteam@unctv.org 060E1A8F-7227-4012-9E54-2A148D409908 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:27:49 -0500 Tryon Palace | Our State - Small Format As our state’s first seat of government, William Tryon, North Carolina’s first Colonial Governor and architect John Hawks designed an exquisite Georgian mansion and capitol building. When the main building burned in 1798, the grounds fell into ruin as New Bern development encroached over the site. But after WWII, the Tryon Palace Commission and a garden committee formed to research the possibility of reconstructing the site. Join us to discover how they uncovered history’s fascinating footprint to reconstruct a treasured attraction. Scenes of Colonial life are courtesy of UNC-TV's dramatic production, Alamance 8:18 UNC-TV | North Carolina Weekend Harper House,Hickory,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,arts,museums no no As our state’s first seat of government, William Tryon, North Carolina’s first Colonial Governor and architect John Hawks designed an exquisite Georgian mansion and capitol building. When the main building burned in 1798, the grounds fell into ruin as New Bern development encroached over the site. But after WWII, the Tryon Palace Commission and a garden committee formed to research the possibility of reconstructing the site. Join us to discover how they uncovered history’s fascinating footprint to reconstruct a treasured attraction. Scenes of Colonial life are courtesy of UNC-TV's dramatic production, Alamance http://podcast.unctv.org/ourstate/os405_tryon_large.m4v webteam@unctv.org A4B6F730-CDFF-4D3F-960D-7D15CA0A1492 Mon, 17 Nov 2008 16:24:03 -0500 Tryon Palace | Our State - Large format As our state’s first seat of government, William Tryon, North Carolina’s first Colonial Governor and architect John Hawks designed an exquisite Georgian mansion and capitol building. When the main building burned in 1798, the grounds fell into ruin as New Bern development encroached over the site. But after WWII, the Tryon Palace Commission and a garden committee formed to research the possibility of reconstructing the site. Join us to discover how they uncovered history’s fascinating footprint to reconstruct a treasured attraction. Scenes of Colonial life are courtesy of UNC-TV's dramatic production, Alamance 8:18 UNC-TV | North Carolina Weekend Harper House,Hickory,North Carolina,travel,tourism,entertainment,historic sites,nature,sport,arts,museums,festivals no no