PBS North Carolina to Premiere Season 8 of Documentary Series 'My Home, NC'
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PBS NORTH CAROLINA TO PREMIERE SEASON 8 OF DOCUMENTARY SERIES ‘MY HOME, NC’
The new season of the Emmy® Award-winning program premieres May 4 with a look at North Carolina foodie favorites.
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC, 4/26/2023 — PBS North Carolina announces season eight of the Emmy® Award-winning documentary series My Home, NC. Hosted by PBS North Carolina’s Heather Burgiss, the new season will debut the first of eight themed episodes on Thursday, May 4, at 8:30 PM, on PBS NC, as well as online and on the PBS App. In addition, digital shorts from the series are being released biweekly on YouTube.
My Home, NC celebrates the people, culture, food and music that make North Carolina so special. Stories this season include visits to the magical Mosaic House in Durham and the community-minded Lee’s One Fortune Farm in Morganton, plus profiles of Charlotte bike advocate Pam Murray, blueway trail guide Ty Caldwell and artist Artie Barksdale.
Heather Burgiss, My Home, NC’s executive producer/director/host and PBS North Carolina’s Director of Original Productions, has been telling the stories of her beloved adopted home state and developing new series and shows for both digital and broadcast at PBS North Carolina since 2000.
“My Home, NC seeks out unique, compelling, diverse and often underserved voices in communities across the state,” says Heather Burgiss. “By featuring fascinating people and places, we hope to offer our audience a window into their world where they learn something new and see a fresh perspective.”
In February, My Home, NC received an Emmy® Award for best magazine program at the 37th Midsouth Regional Emmy Awards. “I am incredibly proud of our talented team of creators here at PBS North Carolina,” says Heather. “They are each remarkable and approach storytelling with creative curiosity and a commitment to production excellence. It’s an honor to work alongside such gifted colleagues to lift voices, entertain, educate and share compelling stories across North Carolina.”
Schedule
Visit pbsnc.org/schedule for the most up-to-date information on airdates and times.
Episode 1: NC Foodie Favs
Premieres Thursday, May 4, at 8:30 PM
North Carolina is a haven for foodies and chefs alike. Enjoy flavors from across the state, from Carolina classics like Cheerwine and biscuits to amazing international fare.
Episode 2: Art All Around
Premieres Thursday, May 11, at 8:30 PM
Join us as we uncover the inspiration behind art across the state.
Episode 3: Leaning on Legacy
Premieres Thursday, May 18, at 8:30 PM
Meet families leaning into traditions in farming, fishing, food and business to create unique legacies.
Episode 4: Pass It On
Premieres Thursday, May 25, at 8:30 PM
Meet groundbreaking North Carolinians past and present who have paved the way for future generations.
Episode 5: Making Their Mark
Premieres Thursday, June 1, at 8:30 PM
Travel with us across the state to meet people whose passion, creativity and talent are making a mark on North Carolina.
Episode 6: Music to Our Ears
Premieres Thursday, June 8, at 8:30 PM
Come hear North Carolina’s sweet musical range and songs like you’ve never heard.
Episode 7: Pushing the Limits
Premieres Thursday, June 15, at 8:30 PM
Meet North Carolinians who are pushing the limits to create ripples of change and innovation.
Episode 8: Where We Live
Premieres Thursday, June 22, at 8:30 PM
North Carolina homeowners, designers and artists reveal spaces that have been reimagined to bring inspiration and new life.
About PBS North Carolina
As North Carolina’s statewide PBS network serving the country’s third largest public media market, PBS North Carolina educates, informs, entertains and inspires its audience on air, online and in person. Through its unique partnership of public investment and private support, the network includes in-person engagement, digital-first social and online content delivery and four over-the-air channels: PBS NC, the North Carolina Channel, Rootle 24/7 PBS KIDS channel and the Explorer Channel. Its transformational events and content spark curiosity and wonder for all North Carolinians. Additionally, PBS North Carolina serves as the backbone for North Carolina’s state emergency services. To learn more about PBS North Carolina, visit pbsnc.org or follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
-PBS NC-
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