Pioneers of Television

Local Kids' TV (#204)

A look at "Romper Room" and more local programs that shaped the childhoods of American children. [56 minutes]

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Pioneers of Television | Behind the Scenes on... (#204)

Funny things happen when you're doing live TV with kids, says LA host Socoro Serrano. 02:34
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Pioneers of Television | Mary Anne King on... (#204)

The "Romper Room" hostess is mugged and left without her "magic mirror." 02:23
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Leslie Uggams and LeVar Burton on how "Roots" brought untold history to light. 02:01
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Actor John Amos describes hearing his ancestors' spirits while on the set of "Roots." 01:53
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Series Description: The four-part series examines the people who left their imprint on sitcoms, late-night, variety and game shows in the early days of the medium. The program features interviews with legendary stars, including Dick Van Dyke, Mary Tyler Moore, Art Linkletter, Andy Griffith, Betty White, Phyllis Diller, Jim Nabors, Marlo Thomas, Jonathan Winters, Ed McMahon and Merv Griffin. Using never-before-seen images and showcasing timeless clips, the documentary examines the entertainers that provided the classic scenes that still amuse us today.

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