The Electric Indian In March, TPT released “The Electric Indian,” a tribute to Ojibwe hockey legend Henry Boucha. A stand-out hockey star from Warroad, Minnesota, Boucha impressed on the ice from the 1969 Minnesota High School Hockey Tournament to the 1972 Olympics to the NHL, but an on-ice assault and injury ended his athletic career and unexpectedly led to a journey of healing and cultural reclamation. “The Electric Indian” reached audiences nationally “The Electric Indian” aired nationally 241 times on 107 channels in 49 markets . Also the film was honored with four festival film awards and/or nominations. Profe In Minnesota, the Latine community burgeons amidst a vast opportunity gap. Two charter schools, rooted in decades of struggle, champion equity through decolonized, bilingual education. Premiering in April, “Profe” delves into this educational revolution, blending history and contemporary narratives to illuminate its profound impact.
NATIONAL PRODUCTIONS America Outdoors
TPT’s second season of “America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston” premiered in September 2023 on PBS stations across the nation. A best-selling writer, podcaster and comedian, Thurston travels the country to uncover our complex relationship with the outdoors. From biologists saving snapping turtles to BIPOC mountain bikers, he meets a fascinating cast of characters with one thing in common: a passion for being outside. Key Highlight Season 2 of “America Outdoors” was nominated for a Webby People’s Choice Award and for the Television Critics Award in the “Outstanding Achievement in News and Information” category. Sound Field Season five of “Sound Field,” TPT’s digital music education series in partnership with PBS Digital Studios, premiered in the spring of 2024 and includes work produced by fellows from the PBS Accelerator Fellowship for Diverse Voices and the PBS Ignite Mentorship for Diverse Voices. Hosted by accomplished musician Linda Diaz and series producer Jojo Lorenzo, season 5 explores the influence of Black artists on country music, Hmong cultural preservation through music, and the evolution of Sierreño music.
Key Highlight In April 2024, “Profe” also premiered at the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival.
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