"Breaking the Gender Barrier" (Military Profile)
Pugnacious pilot Ann Wood was told that American girls don't fly airplanes. The Nazi air force probably wished that they didn't. Wood's role as a ferry pilot in Britain's Royal Air Force -- delivering new warplanes from the factories to the frontlines -- helped pave the way for the U.S. Army Air Corps to use women pilots, too. (Excerpt from the Emmy-nominated film, "Beyond Kitty Hawk")
"Shoemaker to the Stars" (Business Profile)
When Italy's Salvatore Ferragamo immigrated to the United States, being a cobbler was a badge of poverty. But Ferragamo stuck to his passion, becoming a global fashion icon and creator of the "Mercedes of Shoes."
"Everyone Deserves a Second Chance" (Organizational Profile)
The North American Family Institute believes there is no such thing as a "bad kid." Instilling self-esteem, empathy and self-respect into the criminal justice system, NAFI counselors aim to reach troubled children who seem unapproachable through mainstream therapy. Founder Yitzhak Bakal is motivated by his traumatic childhood experience as a refugee from Iraq.
"Forty Years of Prayer & Song" (Religious Profile)
In 1967, a group of 10 Jewish families in rural Massachusetts held Sabbath services in churches as they dreamed of building their own synagogue. Today, Congregation Shalom is a vibrant community of 200 families. The synagogue's founders celebrate their 40th anniversary and share their goals for the future.
"Fast Food Philanthropy" (Business Profile)
Dave Thomas isn't as famous as his cute red-headed daughter with braids. But the Wendy's restaurant founder always put children ahead of himself. Thomas, who left us with square burgers and a zeal for promoting adoption, shares his legacy here. As a bonus, we learn of his not-so-well-known connection with Colonel Sanders of Kentucky Fried Chicken fame.
"Airplanes are Color Blind" (Military Profile)
The heroism and dignity of the Tuskegee Airmen is finally getting widespread recognition, as these African-American WWII veterans were officially part of the recent presidential inauguration. But what's it like flying dangerous missions over Europe and then being told you can't be served in an American restaurant? Boston's John Roach candidly reveals how the Tuskegee Airmen trained and fought -- and jokes about how he learned to fly a plane before learning how to drive a car. (Excerpt from the Emmy-nominated film, "Beyond Kitty Hawk")