PBS American Portrait

"I Work"

Episode 2 | 54m 50s

In the second episode of PBS American Portrait, everyday people share self-shot stories about their jobs and careers as they navigate the changes they’re experiencing and the goals they’re working towards. From teachers to truck drivers, they explore what it really means to work in America today.

Aired: 01/12/21 | Expires: 01/11/29 | Rating: TV-PG

Funding for PBS American Portrait provided by Anne Ray Foundation, Target, and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

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Extras From This Episode

• A Dairy Farmer Explains Her Passion For Her Work

  Clip: Ep2 | 6m 1s

• Educators Explain What Teaching Means To Them

  Clip: Ep2 | 1m 29s

• Episode 2 Preview

  Preview: Ep2 | 30s

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