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INSPIRATION Episode

Season 14 Episode 1 | 54m 36s

INSPIRATION reveals the magic and influence of craft. Featuring the Saar family (Betye Saar, Alison Saar, and Maddy Leeser), Simon Rodia and Watts Towers, Diedrick Brackens, Ayumi Horie, Suzanne Thao, Mandora Young, Tousue Vang, Chef Yia Vang, and Mary Little.

Aired: 10/31/22 | Expires: 10/30/27
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Extras
Watch a preview of WEST, celebrating the continuum of heritage and handmade in the American west.
Watch a preview of EAST highlighting diverse expressions behind modern craft in the eastern region
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