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Topic: Public Television

Public television is a non-commercial broadcasting service that is funded by the government and viewer donations, providing educational and cultural programming to the public.

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The podcast episodes highlight the crucial role that public television played in the success and widespread popularity of Bob Ross and his iconic show 'The Joy of Painting'.

Numerous episodes discuss how Bob Ross's show was broadcast on public television stations, allowing him to reach a wide audience and foster a dedicated community of viewers and aspiring painters.

For example, episode Lights, Camera, Hankins! explores how public television cameras were used to film new episodes of 'The Joy of Painting', while episode The Golden Age delves into the importance of public television in introducing Bob Ross to a large audience.

Other episodes, such as The Man Who Made It Happen and Happy Painting, My Friend, highlight the specific public television station and individuals who were instrumental in bringing 'The Joy of Painting' to television screens across the country.

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