Against the Odds
Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished AmericansOriginally produced in the 1990s and aired on PBS, Against the Odds and its companion, The Next Generation, is a biographical interview series hosted by Byron Pitts, 2017 Horatio Alger Award recipient and co-anchor of ABC’s Nightline. The show features Horatio Alger Members and Scholars, whose stories of overcoming adversity on the road to excellence serve as a powerful source of inspiration and reinforce belief in the enduring American Dream. Each has defied incredible odds and has achieved success despite humble beginnings and challenges. Their life experiences reaffirm that anything is possible in America through hard work, honesty, and determination. Through their uplifting narratives, these remarkable men and women illuminate the limitless possibilities available in our country, inspiring viewers to embrace their own dreams and pursue them with unwavering passion.
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