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George Knox, M.D.

February 16, 2023

In 1864, escaped slave George L. Knox stepped foot in Indianapolis for the first time, and he made sure the city would never forget. Entrepreneur, philanthropist, and publisher, George Knox would rub elbows with the most powerful players of the day and shape Indiana's political scene for decades to come.

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April 20, 2023
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New Episodes

Juneteenth: An Indiana Legacy
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Juneteenth: An Indiana Legacy
March 2, 2023

Indiana's US Colored Troops and the origins of Juneteenth

Michael Parker: League Minor
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Michael Parker: League Minor
February 9, 2023

8-year-old Michael Parker joins the Indianapolis Indians baseball team.

WildCare
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WildCare
February 2, 2023

WildCare is an organization that rehabilitates native species and educates the public.

Catching Up with Michael Atwood
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Catching Up with Michael Atwood
January 26, 2023

Across Indiana is back, and we couldn't begin without series creator Michael Atwood.

Carrying the Colors
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Carrying the Colors
January 26, 2023

Indianapolis’ Andrew Bowman is the grandson of a Civil War hero.

Pierogi Fest Revisited
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Pierogi Fest Revisited
January 26, 2023

We visit Whiting, Indiana to celebrate an Eastern European delicacy at Pierogi Fest.

Rotary Jail Museum
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Rotary Jail Museum
January 26, 2023

Crawfordsville’s Rotary Jail Museum is a portal to the past.

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Clips & Previews

Across Indiana is Back!
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Across Indiana is Back!
January 17, 2023

Across Indiana is Back!

A Classic Returns
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A Classic Returns
January 17, 2023

Across Indiana was on WFYI TV for over 20 years. Now it's back!

Archival Episodes

Episode 1612
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Episode 1612
October 5, 2012

Think Globally; geocaching, Suni McGrath, Religion of Wicca, Civil War George Barrett.

Episode 1609
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Episode 1609
October 5, 2012

Passion is the fashion.

Episode 1405
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Episode 1405
October 5, 2012

Host Michael Atwood gets a taste of life in the 1800s at Conner Prairie.

Episode 1603
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Episode 1603
October 5, 2012

Chambers Ovens, Alma Chambers and Charlie's Carmel Corn.

Episode 1605
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Episode 1605
October 5, 2012

Across Indiana visits a canine pool party and a renaissance fair.

Episode 2005
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Episode 2005
May 17, 2010

Episode Segments: American Pie Sign Language Argentine Social Tango Saturday Night Lights...

Episode 2004
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Episode 2004
April 5, 2010

Indiana Tearjerkers The Real Stalag 17 Day at a Time

Episode 2003
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Episode 2003
March 22, 2010

Travels with Darby: Marsh Madness A Universal Language - Part III Will Duck for Food

Episode 2002
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Episode 2002
February 22, 2010

Do-It-Yourself-Home-Edition

Episode 2001
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Episode 2001
February 8, 2010

A Universal Language Travels with Darby: Purple, My Foot! Chickiepoo's

Episode 1901
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Episode 1901
December 27, 2008

Across Indiana begins its 19th season with host Michael Atwood welcoming a few guest reporters....

Episode 1906
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Episode 1906
December 22, 2008

The Sanctuary Starting with Trust Light the Way Faith Restored Here Comes Santa

Episode 1905
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Episode 1905
December 15, 2008

Adventures of a Lifetime PK Made EZ History Matters: A Poetic Fish Out of Water

Episode 1904
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Episode 1904
November 24, 2008

Pumpkin Pie Alternatives? Rick Walks America The Bray Way A Home for the Holidays

Episode 1902
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Episode 1902
November 3, 2008

Episode Segments: A Trip to Remember Reflection of Yesteryear Life in the Slow Lane Porch Talk:...

Episode 1903
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Episode 1903
May 17, 2008

Rosey's Round-up Suburban Cowboys The Wonder Plant Cannonball Espresso

Episode 1907
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Episode 1907
January 19, 2008

Bella Pizzeria Where All Roads Lead to Bluegrass Boiled or Barbequed? Radio Magic

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