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Darr Mine Disaster, The
An OnQ Special Edition
The century-old tragedy remains the worst mining accident in Pennsylvania history.
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Diabetes: Epidemic of Our Time
An OnQ Special Edition
Diabetes is not only being called a modern-day
epidemic, but the disease which could bankrupt our healthcare system.
With the Pittsburgh medical community at the forefront of diabetes
prevention and treatment, OnQ not only examines the problems associated
with Type Two Diabetes in both adults and children, but also offers
advice, solutions and prevention success stories.
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Dixmont
An OnQ Special
This award-winning feature, rich with archival images and compelling interviews, chronicles the rise and fall of the landmark "insane asylum" near Pittsburgh. The OnQ staff got unprecedented access to the Dixmont property and its underground tunnels just prior to demolition.
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Donora Smog, The
An OnQ Special Report
In October of 1948, this Western Pennsylvania tragedy put the word
"pollution" in America's vocabulary. This mini-documentary features
rare archival images and compelling
interviews with Donora natives who experienced the infamous smog.
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Dr. Randy Pausch & The Last Lecture
Randy Pausch captivated the world by delivering a talk known simply as "The Last Lecture." With only months to live, this husband, father of three youngsters, and innovator imparted the lessons of his remarkable life and career. OnQ contributor Mike Lee has the story of his enduring legacy, and the courage, wisdom, and inspiration of Dr. Pausch, from the words of "The Last Lecture" and those of colleagues and friends.
Drilling for Answers: The Marcellus Shale Debate
Western Pennsylvania is sitting on what seems like an endless source of
natural gas. The drilling promises jobs to a struggling economy, but at
what cost? Environmental groups fear the drilling is a disaster waiting
to happen and some homeowners say the process has already contaminated
their drinking water.
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East Liberty
An OnQ Neighborhood Special
This half-hour episode explores the past, present and future of one of Pittsburgh's historic and vital neighborhoods.
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End of Life: Discussions on Dying & Dignity
This special explores the issues in preparing for one's own, or a loved
one's death. Hosted by Michael Bartley, the program features a studio
audience and guest panelists who are experts on various issues related
to achieving quality end of life care.
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Fallen Hero: The Ross McGinnis Story
An OnQ Special Report
On December 4, 2006, Ross McGinnis was the gunner in the last of six Humvees
patrolling a Baghdad neighborhood, when an insurgent threw a grenade
into his vehicle. Instead of jumping to safety, McGinnis apparently
realized his four comrades in the Humvee had no chance of escape. He
rolled onto the grenade, absorbed the blast and died instantly. The
four other men in the Humvee survived. McGinnis, age 19 at the time of
his death, is buried in Arlington National Cemetery.
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From Pennsylvania's Dutch Kitchens
Tour through some of the festivals that celebrate German food
traditions and life and get a look at how much of the heritage is
preserved through recipes handed down through families.
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From Pittsburgh to Haiti: Mission of Mercy
OnQ travels to the back country of Haiti to bring you this rare look at the Hospital Albert Schweitzer, founded and supported by people from Western Pennsylvania.
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From Pittsburgh to Poland: Lessons of the Holocaust
This one-hour documentary chronicles a journey by Holocaust survivors
and educators from Pittsburgh to Poland where they took part in the
annual March of the Living.
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From Pittsburgh to the Vatican
This documentary explores unique and fascinating connections between
Pittsburgh and Vatican City. The WQED staff wove together stories of
music, faith and spiritual fulfillment into this memorable one-hour
program.
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