PBS North Carolina

Ready for a Superchunk encore? Watch new performances from the North Carolina's own indie‑punk icons as they unleash decades of raw, tour‑tested energy from “Shaped by Sound.” Enjoy the full playlist below, then cast a vote on your favorite song: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-...

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PBS North Carolina

QUIZ TIME!

Wetlands are crucial for preventing flooding and supporting biodiversity. But there’s a lot of different names for wetlands. How well do you know them? 

Find out how we rely on wetlands in our series State of Change: Living with Water: www.youtube.com/playlist?list...

🌱 Which word is often used for a wetland area that is forested and can be freshwater or saltwater?

5 months ago | [YT] | 10

PBS North Carolina

QUIZ TIME! 💧

A new season of State of Change is here, focusing on how we live with water as the climate changes. How well do you know nature’s flood defenses? Let’s find out!

You can learn more from our series here: www.youtube.com/playlist?list...


 🌱 Which of the following defenses reduce flood risk the best?

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PBS North Carolina

This #WomensHistoryMonth, we’re celebrating the legendary Nnenna Freelon—a seven-time Grammy nominee, trailblazing jazz vocalist and storyteller who has redefined the genre. From performing on global stages to using music as a tool for healing and advocacy, Freelon has made history through her artistry and activism. Nnenna Freelon reflects on her music and career on Shaped by Sound: https://youtu.be/0ZV-LBwaZxU

6 months ago | [YT] | 12

PBS North Carolina

Are You Hyper Enough?🎸

Superchunk’s early hit “Hyper Enough” (https://youtu.be/7FugN6Hfbgw) dives into the highs and lows of the music festival experience—feeling out of place yet drawn to the energy. Give it a listen and tell us - what decade was “Hyper Enough” released?

7 months ago | [YT] | 5

PBS North Carolina

🏡 Sluice’s “Zillow” is all about the housing hunt—what’s your NC dream home?

While "Zillow" dives into the challenges of finding a home, let’s dream big for a second! If you could live anywhere in North Carolina, where would you choose? Watch Shaped by Sound performance: https://youtu.be/eFqhre6hhII

7 months ago | [YT] | 4

PBS North Carolina

Some songs stay with you—haunting, beautiful and timeless. Iron & Wine’s "Flightless Bird, American Mouth" is one of those songs. ✨


Experience this beloved track in a whole new way with a stunning visual journey with Manual Cinema's shadow puppeteers from PBS NC's new show, Shaped by Sound. 🎵🎙️

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PBS North Carolina

QUIZ TIME! 🌱
With a new State of Change special premiering Thursday, February 6, can you guess which renewable energy source is helping North Carolina reduce its carbon footprint and support agriculture?

Hint: 🎥 Watch the preview on the PBS app to get the answer: video.pbsnc.org/show/state-of-change/

8 months ago | [YT] | 4

PBS North Carolina

Solar Power + Equity = Stronger & Greener Communities! 🌞


EnerWealth Solutions and Roanoke Cooperative are teaming up with farmers to create a game-changing partnership that’s helping Black landowners reduce their community's carbon footprint while maintaining ownership and control over their land. It’s a true step toward economic empowerment and environmental justice! 🌍✨

8 months ago | [YT] | 4

PBS North Carolina

Who needs lawnmowers when you’ve got these hardworking sheep? 🐏💪


At Montgomery Sheep Farm, these fluffy heroes are revolutionizing solar energy maintenance by munching away the grass under solar panels. They’re helping a 20-megawatt installation power several nearby towns!🔋

Learn more here: https://youtu.be/hEtld2u2WiM Which sheep is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! 🐏💛

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