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Henry David Thoreau helped define modern environmentalism and nonviolent resistance. The author of Walden and Civil Disobedience, his words resonate urgently today as humanity struggles to live in harmony with nature—and each other. Premieres March 30.
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Who Are We? - S1 E1
As the nation struggles with its ideals and industry reshapes the land, Henry David Thoreau pursues a career as an author. But, unsuccessful and disheartened, he retreats to a cabin in the woods to live simply, deliberately - and write.
- Monday March 30, 2026 9:00 pm ET on KET
- Monday March 30, 2026 8:00 pm CT on KET
- Wednesday April 1, 2026 2:00 am ET on KET
- Wednesday April 1, 2026 1:00 am CT on KET
Being Alive - S1 E2
At Walden Pond, Thoreau finds solace in nature and writes two books, including a classic about his time there. Over his two-year stay, an expedition to Maine and an act of civil disobedience protesting slavery reshape his idea of freedom.
- Monday March 30, 2026 10:00 pm ET on KET
- Monday March 30, 2026 9:00 pm CT on KET
- Wednesday April 1, 2026 3:00 am ET on KET
- Wednesday April 1, 2026 2:00 am CT on KET
Several More Lives to Live - S1 E3
Thoreau returns to society to test what he learned at Walden, taking on roles as surveyor, scientist and abolitionist, and making two more Maine trips - gaining deeper insights. Facing a lifelong illness, he writes with renewed urgency.
- Tuesday March 31, 2026 9:00 pm ET on KET
- Tuesday March 31, 2026 8:00 pm CT on KET
- Thursday April 2, 2026 2:00 am ET on KET
- Thursday April 2, 2026 1:00 am CT on KET
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