Follow along in the spirit of famed and forgotten environmental writer John Burroughs as our guide travels through New York’s biodiverse Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains. A story of personal discovery and observation to honor and explore the fragile and ever changing landscape through modernization, industry, and tourism.
Today’s drinking culture creates addicts and keep them addicted. A new way of looking at alcohol’s role in society is desperately needed to combat this vicious cycle, but with billions in profits to spend on marketing, messaging, and political lobbying, there are rich and powerful forces fighting to keep this from happening.
Beyond the Block is a speaking series that gives the guys inside Sing Sing Prison the opportunity to share their ideas with an outside audience which is not something that's commonly done. There's a lot of talent behind those bars and this is an opportunity for guys to say hey yes I screwed up, but I still have value.
Sunstrand envisions a world where the products we use every day are made with high-quality, rapidly renewable, and sustainable materials.
From the Black Dirt region in Orange County to the lush mineral deposits of the Esopus Basin, the Hudson Valley is known for producing some of the finest food in the country. The series, This Organic Life, follows food lover Wen-Jay Ying as she guides us on a fun, engaging, and heartfelt journey to learn about regenerative food production, soil health, sustainable practices, and the inherent health benefits of eating local.
In "Handmade," delve into the intricate world of skilled craftspeople as they meticulously create stunning works of art. This series not only unveils the mesmerizing process behind their craftsmanship but also explores the diverse passions that inspire and influence their exceptional creations, offering a unique glimpse into the intersection of artistry and personal expression.
Holistic Samurai follows a martial artist who, disconnected from his son, discovers a transformative path by channeling his skills into nurturing the environment, horses, and all living things. As he navigates a unique journey of self-discovery, he rediscovers the interconnectedness of life, proving that true strength lies not just in martial prowess but in the holistic balance of nature, compassion, and family.
Abstract Poverty focuses on three eccentric, dysfunctional roommates as they try to navigate surviving in Manhattan, living in Astoria, and not killing one another.
This film explores the cultural legacy of the Hudson River and introduces us to the 19th Century landscape painter Thomas Cole who founded the first American art movement (the Hudson River School of painting) when he sailed up the Hudson River to Catskill, NY. His influence can be felt today in the works of Illustrator and children’s book author Hudson Talbott, as well as the renowned painter Stephen Hannock.
This series showcases the region’s most inspiring dancers, choreographers, and performers, taking a deep dive into the soul behind the artists and allowing each to tell their own unique story and detail their creative process and where their inspiration comes from.