Dara Birnbaum is a pioneering American video and installation artist known for her groundbreaking work that critiques mass media, particularly television.

Young Robert Byrd, before he became a towering figure in American politics, was a humble West Virginia boy whose early life was steeped in the rhythms of mountain music.

“Appalachia: Rich Land, Poor People”* first graced the airwaves on November 11, 1968, earning acclaim for its raw portrayal of a region where the riches of the earth starkly contrast with the poverty of its people.

Storytelling, one of humanity's oldest traditions, has always served as a powerful tool for preserving history, culture, and values. In ancient civilizations, oral stories were passed down through generations, recounting myths, survival lessons, and connections to the natural world.