In the Americas is an American documentary television series that premiered on PBS on May 20, 2012. It was created by David Yetman. It stars David Yetman and Alain Ghazal.
A travelogue that explores the landscapes, people and histories of North and South America.
Premise
A travelogue that explores the landscapes, people and histories of North and South America.
In the Shadow of the Volcanoes: Chile's Melting Pot
A visit to southern Chile, which is home to Mapuche Indians as well as German and Italian immigrant communities.
December 23, 2015
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Bahia: Brazil's African Connection
A visit to Salvador, Brazil, which is considered the center of African-Brazilian culture.
December 29, 2015
3
The Rainforest Nisei: Japanese Immigrants in the Amazon
The story of Japanese peasants who relocated to the Amazon in the early 1920s. Their descendants have become successful farmers, raising tropical crops and pepper.
January 20, 2016
Season 3 preview10 episodes total
Season 3 episode preview
Episode
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Episode 1
February 10, 2016
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Bahian Reconcavo of Brazil: Quilombos, Candomblé, and the Mata Atlantica
The Reconcavo region of Brazil is visited. Included: preserving and restoring the Mata Atlantica (Atlantic Forest).