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Images of four inventors, Hedy Lamarr, Leonardo da Vinci, Ted Fujita, and Benjamin Franklin

There’s so much to discover from OPB on the free PBS App! Get inspired learning about inventors who changed our understanding of the world, like Benjamin Franklin, Hedy Lamarr, Leonardo da Vinci and Ted Fujita. All these programs are available to stream on demand for free when you download the free PBS App for your smart TV, smartphone, tablet, Apple TV, Amazon Fire or Roku.

Benjamin Franklin

The Ken Burns two-part, four-hour documentary Benjamin Franklin explores the revolutionary life of one of the 18th century’s most consequential and compelling personalities. Franklin’s work and words unlocked the mystery of electricity and helped create the United States.

Decoding da Vinci

Leonardo da Vinci was a Renaissance genius. Not only did he paint masterpieces, but he was an obsessive scientist and inventor. He dreamed up complex machines centuries ahead of his time, including parachutes, armored tanks, hang gliders and robots. On the 500th anniversary of Leonardo’s death, with the help of biographer Walter Isaacson, NOVA investigates the secrets of Leonardo’s success in Decoding da Vinci.

Mr. Tornado

Mr. Tornado is the remarkable story of Ted Fujita, whose groundbreaking work in research and applied science saved thousands of lives and helped Americans prepare for and respond to dangerous weather phenomena.

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A selection of shows available on OPB Passport. PBS Newshour, Oregon Field Guide, Rick Steves, and Austin City Limits.

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PBS NewsHour

Millions of Americans turn to PBS NewsHour for the solid, reliable reporting that has made it one of the most trusted news programs on television.

Oregon Field Guide

Oregon Field Guide helps you explore our region with stories on outdoor recreation, ecological issues, natural resources and travel destinations in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.

Rick Steves’ Europe

Rick Steves, America’s leading authority on European travel, returns to transport viewers to the continent’s bustling cities, quaint villages and picturesque countryside.

NOVA

NOVA brings you stories from the frontlines of science and engineering, answering the big questions of today and tomorrow – from how our ancestors lived, to whether parallel universes exist, to how technology will transform our lives.

Austin City Limits

Great music. No limits. Now the longest-running music series in American television history, ACL showcases popular music legends and innovators from every genre.


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