Join Lucy Worsley on a 12-day extravaganza as she discovers that much of what we enjoy in contemporary Christmas — from carols to turkey, gift-giving to mistletoe and mulled wine — has surprising Tudor origins, rooted in devotion and charity.
Premieres Friday, December 2 at 8:30 p.m.
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WIPB traces its beginning to a television program created for young children and the determination of a group of Muncie moms that they would be able to watch it.
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10:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 29
Enjoy interviews and hits including “Close to You,” and “We’ve Only Just Begun.” Plus, cherish newly added material featuring the Carpenters’ perennially popular holiday music. Sing along to their timeless magical music such as “The Christmas Song,” “Winter Wonderland,” “White Christmas” and more.
10:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 30
Travel expert and globetrotter Rick Steves eats his merry way through Europe. One delightful taste at a time, he shows how food is a prime ingredient in what defines cultures all across the Continent.
9 p.m., Friday, December 2
Presented by the lead singer of The Lovin’ Spoonful, this program features a treasure trove of historical footage that has not been seen in more than four decades, plus new performances by artists who are still appearing in concert today.
