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Video thumbnail: American Masters Global Groove (1973) | Nam June Paik full video art

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Global Groove (1973) | Nam June Paik full video art

"Global Groove" is a smorgasbord of experimental visual expressions.

Global Groove (1973) | Nam June Paik full video art

Video thumbnail: American Masters Ethan Lim: Cambodian Futures

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Ethan Lim: Cambodian Futures

Chef Ethan Lim creates vibrant dishes inspired by the rich, complex history of Cambodia.

Ethan Lim: Cambodian Futures

Video thumbnail: American Masters Senghor Reid: Make Way For Tomorrow

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Senghor Reid: Make Way For Tomorrow

Artist Senghor Reid draws inspiration from current events and his hometown of Detroit.

Senghor Reid: Make Way For Tomorrow

Video thumbnail: American Masters Walshy Fire: Pull Up

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Walshy Fire: Pull Up

Caribbean-American D.J. Walshy Fire electrifies audiences with dancehall-inspired beats.

Walshy Fire: Pull Up

Video thumbnail: American Masters Alejandro Jimenez: The Ground I Stand On

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Alejandro Jimenez: The Ground I Stand On

A lyrical exploration of the life and work of Mexican-American poet Alejandro Jimenez.

Alejandro Jimenez: The Ground I Stand On

Video thumbnail: American Masters Jonathan Thunder: Good Mythology

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Jonathan Thunder: Good Mythology

Ojibwe artist Jonathan Thunder explores the mythic inspirations of his surrealist work.

Jonathan Thunder: Good Mythology

Video thumbnail: American Masters Sydney G. James: How We See Us

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Sydney G. James: How We See Us

Artist Sydney G. James’ bold brush strokes address racial injustice in her native Detroit.

Sydney G. James: How We See Us

Video thumbnail: American Masters Lily Gladstone: Far Out There

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Lily Gladstone: Far Out There

Native American actress Lily Gladstone reflects on her origins and acting in Hollywood.

Lily Gladstone: Far Out There

Video thumbnail: American Masters Jacques Pépin Makes Tuna Tartare

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Jacques Pépin Makes Tuna Tartare

Pépin serves his tuna tartare with onions, scallions and a garnish of bread and cucumbers.

Jacques Pépin Makes Tuna Tartare

Video thumbnail: American Masters Jacques Pépin Makes Sautéed Cod with Mushrooms

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Jacques Pépin Makes Sautéed Cod with Mushrooms

Pépin serves cod with a garnish of vegetables including mushrooms, radishes and olives.

Jacques Pépin Makes Sautéed Cod with Mushrooms

Video thumbnail: American Masters Jacques Pépin Makes Baked Salmon with Sautéed Endive

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Jacques Pépin Makes Baked Salmon with Sautéed Endive

Pépin shares his method for a simple baked salmon served with caramelized endive.

Jacques Pépin Makes Baked Salmon with Sautéed Endive

Video thumbnail: American Masters Martin Scorsese on the films of John Ford

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Martin Scorsese on the films of John Ford

Martin Scorsese discusses how John Ford's films have impacted his career.

Martin Scorsese on the films of John Ford

Video thumbnail: American Masters Jacques Pépin Makes Pork Roast with Ratatouille

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Jacques Pépin Makes Pork Roast with Ratatouille

Pépin slow roasts this dish for a tender and juicy pork.

Jacques Pépin Makes Pork Roast with Ratatouille

Video thumbnail: American Masters Jacques Pépin Makes Pasta Fagioli

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Jacques Pépin Makes Pasta Fagioli

Pasta fagioli, or "pasta and beans," is a filling dish with pantry friendly ingredients.

Jacques Pépin Makes Pasta Fagioli

Video thumbnail: American Masters Jacques Pépin Makes Pasta Primavera

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Jacques Pépin Makes Pasta Primavera

This versatile pasta recipe can be made with any seasonal vegetables.

Jacques Pépin Makes Pasta Primavera

Video thumbnail: American Masters Jacques Pépin Makes Spaghetti with Basil Pesto

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Jacques Pépin Makes Spaghetti with Basil Pesto

In the summer, Pépin likes to use fresh basil from his garden to make this pesto recipe.

Jacques Pépin Makes Spaghetti with Basil Pesto

Video thumbnail: American Masters Jacques Pépin Prepares Blueberries with Lemon and Mint

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Jacques Pépin Prepares Blueberries with Lemon and Mint

Another take on blueberries, lemon and mint from Jacques Pépin.

Jacques Pépin Prepares Blueberries with Lemon and Mint

Video thumbnail: American Masters Jacques Pépin Makes Lemon Posset for Dessert

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Jacques Pépin Makes Lemon Posset for Dessert

This lemon posset is one of Jacques Pépin's simplest recipes.

Jacques Pépin Makes Lemon Posset for Dessert

Video thumbnail: American Masters Jacques Pépin Makes Ice Cream French Toast

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Jacques Pépin Makes Ice Cream French Toast

Jacques Pépin adapted this recipe from his time as a breakfast cook in Paris.

Jacques Pépin Makes Ice Cream French Toast

Video thumbnail: American Masters How Harry Belafonte embraced Black culture in music

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How Harry Belafonte embraced Black culture in music

Harry Belafonte speaks about Paul Robeson and Black culture in music.

How Harry Belafonte embraced Black culture in music

Video thumbnail: American Masters Tracey Ullman on Mel Brooks' intrinsically American comedy

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Tracey Ullman on Mel Brooks' intrinsically American comedy

Tracey Ullman discusses the joys of working with Mel Brooks.

Tracey Ullman on Mel Brooks' intrinsically American comedy

Video thumbnail: American Masters Baayork Lee on becoming a Broadway star at age 5

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Baayork Lee on becoming a Broadway star at age 5

Baayork Lee discusses starring on Broadway at age 5 and working with Richard Rodgers.

Baayork Lee on becoming a Broadway star at age 5

Video thumbnail: American Masters I. M. Pei on sculpture

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I. M. Pei on sculpture

I. M. Pei shares his thoughts on the relationship between sculpture and scale.

I. M. Pei on sculpture

Video thumbnail: American Masters Gloria Steinem on the legacy of Marilyn Monroe

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Gloria Steinem on the legacy of Marilyn Monroe

Gloria Steinem talks about Marilyn Monroe in relation to the women's movement.

Gloria Steinem on the legacy of Marilyn Monroe