Our America with Lisa Ling

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  • 2011
  • 4 Seasons
  • 8.0  (162)

Our America with Lisa Ling premiered on Oprah Winfrey's OWN Network in 2011. The show was hosted by journalist Lisa Ling and aimed to explore themes and issues that were relevant to American society. One of the standout aspects of the show was the depth and diversity of the subjects that it covered. From exploring the lives of migrant farm workers to looking at the impact of the meth epidemic on small-town America, Our America tackled a range of difficult and complex topics.

The show was also notable for its immersive and often emotional approach. Lisa Ling frequently embedded herself within the communities that she was covering, giving viewers a firsthand look at the challenges and triumphs of different groups and individuals.

One episode of the show, for example, saw Ling travel to a remote part of Alaska to spend time with a group of children who were living with the effects of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. Through interviews with parents, caregivers, and medical professionals, Ling explored the devastating impact that prenatal alcohol exposure can have on children and their families.

Another episode of Our America looked at gender identity and the experiences of transgender youth. Ling spent time with a group of young people who were navigating their transitions with the support of their families and medical professionals. The episode offered a sensitive and nuanced exploration of what can be a deeply personal and difficult process.

In addition to Ling's journalism, Our America also included contributions from correspondents like Ciara Blue, who brought their own perspectives and expertise to different episodes. Blue, for example, covered stories about the struggles faced by people in the entertainment industry, as well as the challenges of living with HIV.

The show also occasionally featured interviews with controversial figures, such as evangelist Todd Bentley, who was the subject of an episode exploring the world of faith healing. Through interviews with believers and skeptics alike, Our America explored the complexity of Bentley's ministry and the impact it had on those who sought his help.

Overall, Our America with Lisa Ling was a thoughtful and thought-provoking exploration of the diverse and complex issues that shape American society. Through Ling's immersive journalism, the show offered viewers a unique perspective on the struggles and triumphs of a range of different communities and individuals. It remains a notable contribution to the landscape of American television journalism.

Our America with Lisa Ling is a series that ran for 4 seasons (46 episodes) between February 15, 2011 and on OWN

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The Missing
9. The Missing
July 31, 2014
Lisa Ling interviews a woman in Philadelphia recovering from a kidnapping and a mother in Washington D.C. with a missing daughter.
Teen Mom Nation: 2 years Later
8. Teen Mom Nation: 2 years Later
July 24, 2014
Lisa revisits Latanya and Sophie two years into young motherhood.
Labeled for Life: 18 Months Later
7. Labeled for Life: 18 Months Later
July 17, 2014
Lisa revisits Travis Iosue in Texas 18 months after her initial report to see what he's been doing since he was registered a sex offender.
Under the Gun
6. Under the Gun
July 10, 2014
In Philadelphia, seven people are shot every day; Ling interviews activists that are determined to end gun violence in the City of Brotherly Love.
Children of the System
5. Children of the System
July 3, 2014
Lisa examines the procedures that follow when a child is removed from their family at the Los Angeles County foster care system; she also looks into the actions required by parents hoping to rejoin and how the system is working under the strain.
Black America's Silent Epidemic
4. Black America's Silent Epidemic
June 26, 2014
Lisa explores the social and economical forces behind HIV; she meets HIV-positive men and women that are fighting the stigma as well as the virus.
The ADHD Explosion
3. The ADHD Explosion
June 12, 2014
Lisa follows the challenges three different families face with children suffering from ADHD.
Transgender Lives: 3 Years Later
2. Transgender Lives: 3 Years Later
June 5, 2014
Lisa visits transgender people in their journey of their transformation.
Fighting Satan
1. Fighting Satan
May 29, 2014
Many Americans believe the devil to be real and are in a constant battle with him. Host Lisa Ling travels to Georgia and Florida to visit ministries that practice "deliverance" - where faith and the power of Christ are called upon to cast Satan's demons from the emotionally tormented.
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Where to Watch Our America with Lisa Ling
Our America with Lisa Ling is available for streaming on the OWN website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Our America with Lisa Ling on demand at Discovery+, Amazon Prime and Philo.
  • Premiere Date
    February 15, 2011
  • IMDB Rating
    8.0  (162)