March: Women in History Month SPECIAL ! *Josiah Allen's Wife - The Marietta Holley Story:*
A WPBS-TV Local Production - Marietta Holley was a Jefferson County writer of the 19th century whose work once shaped the entire women's rights movement in the United States. Hailed as "The female Mark Twain," Marietta Holley wrote in a distinctive colloquial voice that has largely faded from modern literary use, but is still fresh and strong in her books. Holley and her work have fallen into relative obscurity and are largely unknown outside of very narrow academic circles. This local documentary is intended to re-ignite awareness of her importance in the history of the United States and of Jefferson County, in particular, and to re-introduce her literary style and the flavor of her work to contemporary audiences. View Photos from Premiere Night at J.C.C. Download Program Script [PDF] WPBS-TV is pleased to announce that our locally-produced documentary “Josiah Allen’s Wife: The Story of Marietta Holley” is the winner of seven distinguished awards as follows: Winner of the Silver Telly Award: The Telly Awards Award of Exellence: The Videographer Awards Gold Award: The Aurora Awards Award of Excellence: The Accolade Competition Gold Award: MarComm Creative Awards Insight Award of Recognition: The National Association of Film and Digital Media Arts Silver Award: The International Davey Awards
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The following programs were used in 2004 and 2005 to tribute women’s history across the nation. These national programs tied into each theme for the month, and were broadcasted as part of our initiative.
February: Women in Business
Betting It All - The Entrepreneurs: Anne Stevens, Vice President -- North American Vehicle Operations, Ford Motor Co. Known as the "Queen of Quality", Mike Malone talks to Anne Stevens to learn how she went from a fan of Mustangs to VP at Ford Motor Co. In this fascinating interview, Mike learns about the tough choices she had to make to balance family and career and gets the inside scoop on her years at Ford. (cc) Betting It All - The Entrepreneurs: Cristina Morgan, Vice Chairman -- Jp Morgan Chase Mike Malone discovers how Cristina Morgan went from acting to investment banking and follows her exciting career from Enterprise Software Research Analyst at Hambrecht & Quist to Vice Chariman of Investment Banking at JPMorgan Chase. (cc) Betting It All - The Entrepreneurs: Donna Dubinsky, Founder -- Handspring Mike Malone interviews Donna Dubinsky, creator of Palm and founder and CEO of Handspring. He finds out how a moment at Harvard Business School changed the course of her life along with the fears, challenges and lessons she encountered. (cc)

	American Experience: Tupperware! Tupperware is a household word not just in America but around the world. References are everywhere -- in museums, TV sitcoms, novels, paintings, newspapers, stand-up comedy routines and everyday conversations. This one-hour film looks at why a plastic food container has become not only one of the world's most ubiquitous products but a cultural icon. At the center of the narrative are two dynamic, quirky characters: the ambitious but reclusive Earl Tupper, who invented Tupperware, and his flamboyant female business associate, Brownie Wise, who figured out how to sell it. Working side by side, Tupper and Wise built an empire, creating a business model that has since been copied by all well-known direct sales companies. (cc) more info

January: Women in Arts & Entertainment
	"Storied Life of Millie Benson" The inspiring life story of author, reporter and adventurer Mildred Wirt Benson. Benson, better known as Carolyn Keene, the ghostwriter of the first 23 Nancy Drew mysteries who was responsible for the developing the famous young character as an independent, bold and risk-taking female sleuth. An inspirational story for viewers of all ages, particularly for avid Nancy Drew fans, the program features contemporary video, archival films and photographs, interviews. more info

	"They Called Me Kathy" A highly personal remembrance of things past by film star Katharine Hepburn. The program masterfully combines old Hepburn family films with newly reenacted scenes and Hepburn's own reminiscences to tell the story of the acclaimed actress's youth in Hartford, Connecticut. Hepburn, who serves as narrator, wrote the program's script and packed it with anecdotes. THEY CALLED ME KATHY offers an intimate look at the forces that shaped one of America's most beloved stars of the silver screen from age three through her 20s.

	"Judy Garland: By Myself" For the first time on film, Judy Garland tells her own story, in her own words on AMERICAN MASTERS. Adored by millions, Garland became one of the consummate entertainers of the 20th century - all while raising three children caught in a very public spotlight. This special includes extensive material from A Star Is Born as well as never-before-seen rehearsal footage, rare outtakes of Garland's numerous performances, and recordings Garland made in preparation for writing her autobiography - a book that was never published. more info

December: Women in Science
	NOVA: "Secret of Photo 51" April 2004 marked the 51st anniversary of the discovery of the double-helix structure of DNA, a breakthrough made possible by molecular biologist Rosalind Franklin. NOVA investigates her life and her unsung contribution to one of science's greatest findings. More Info

November: Women in War
	"Women On The Frontlines" From genocide and rape to displacement and starvation, women bear more than their fair share of suffering. But amongst all this hardship, women around the world are standing up for peace. By advocating justice and educating future generations that war is not the answer, as they become the forefront of reconciling their communities. More Info

	"Government Girls of WWII" The story of the young women who flocked to Washington, DC, during the 1940s to help in the mobilization for WWII and how their experience during the war years changed their lives, the city, and American society. Spies, code breakers, strategic analysts, clerks—young women, nearly a million strong by war's end, streamed into Washington. Narrated by Cokie Roberts.

October: Women in Politics
	"Not For Ourselves Alone" In 1851, Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton embarked on a collaboration that evolved into one of the most productive working partnerships in U.S. history. As uncompromising women’s rights leaders, they revolutionized the political and social condition of women in American society. Stanton was the leading voice and philosopher of the women’s rights and suffrage movements while Anthony was the powerhouse who commandeered the legions of women who struggled to win the ballot for American women. More Info \| Flash Presentation