Fresh Glass is the Emmy Award-winning docuseries and inaugural project from Fresh Glass Productions. Comprised of two seasons, each episode takes viewers on a journey, exploring unique flavors, captivating stories, and the entrepreneurial spirit shaping America's cultural tapestry.

Fresh Glass premiered on KPBS in 2022 and quickly resonated with audiences. Traveling with Host and co-creator Cassandra Schaeg to destinations, she eloquently shares the stories and spirits of innovators often absent from traditional media.

Through intimate conversations and exploration, the series highlights women, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ founders redefining leadership, legacy, and ownership. Rooted in community, creativity, and resilience, their journeys demonstrate that the pursuit of the American dream runs through every neighborhood.

The impact of Fresh Glass has been widely recognized, receiving two Emmy nominations and one Emmy win for Magazine Program from the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.

Seasons One and Two of Fresh Glass air on KPBS and are nationally syndicated through American Public Television and Create TV, bringing these stories into millions of homes across the country. Viewers can stream the series on the PBS App, PBS SoCal, and public media partners.

Fresh Glass is an example of how local stories, told with care, can resonate nationally and inspire viewers to see entrepreneurship and culture through a more inclusive lens.

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