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Our American Storytellers

Our American Storytellers

Season 2 Episode 3
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The Melting Pot

The Melting Pot

Season 2 Episode 5
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We Come from People

We Come from People

Season 2 Episode 6
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Our People Our Traditions

Our People Our Traditions

Season 2 Episode 7
52:51
The British Invasion

The British Invasion

Season 2 Episode 8
52:20
Ancient Roots

Ancient Roots

Season 2 Episode 9
52:51
Decoding Our Past Through DNA

Decoding Our Past Through DNA

Season 2 Episode 10
52:20
Born to Sing

Born to Sing

Season 10 Episode 1
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Forever Young

Forever Young

Season 10 Episode 2
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Fathers and Sons

Fathers and Sons

Season 10 Episode 3
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Buried Secrets

Buried Secrets

Season 10 Episode 4
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Hold the Laughter

Hold the Laughter

Season 10 Episode 5
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Finding Your Roots

Born Champions

Season 2 Episode 2

Three of America’s greatest athletes, whose determination and love of sports were deeply shaped by their families, were all cut off from their true origins. Billie Jean King learns the story of her grandmother. Derek Jeter confronts his ancestors’ lives as slaves. Rebecca Lobo finds out that her Spanish ancestor fought side by side with a famous revolutionary.

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