Friday, November 2 at 8 p.m. — Explore the consequences for all Americans of the presidential and congressional elections.

Tuesday, May 22 and 29 at 8 p.m. — Examine the West’s rise to global dominance based on Niall Ferguson’s six principles of prosperity.

Tuesday, April 24 & May 1 at 9 p.m. — Get the inside story of Wall Street’s and Washington’s struggles to rescue and repair a shattered economy.

Tuesday, January 3 at 9 p.m. — A look back as the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Act turns 25.

Sunday, October 2 at 11 p.m. — Travels with a Chinese couple whose sacrifice on behalf of their children backfires during a New Year visit.