PROGRAM LISTINGS November 25 - December 1, 2012
Arts, Drama, Culture
Na Mele Treasures I
Sun., Nov. 25, 7:00 pm
Encore
This modern classic, recorded in 2006, features some of Hawaii's greatest talents: Robert Cazimero, Iwalani Kahalewai, Bill Kaiwa, Nina Kealiiwahamana and Emma Veary. This encore of the first installment in the Na Mele Treasures series is presented in memory of Uncle Bill and Aunty Iwalani, who have since passed on.
Downton Abbey Revisited
Sun., Nov. 25, 8:00 pm
New
In this special, savor great moments from the series' first two seasons, along with cast interviews, rare behind-the-scenes footage and a sneak peek at what's in store for the Crawleys as they enter the Roaring Twenties. What will become of Bates? What new mischief will villainous footman Thomas and scheming lady's maid O'Brien instigate? Will wedding bells finally ring? And how will the formidable Dowager Countess (Dame Maggie Smith) handle the arrival of Lady Grantham's American mother (Shirley MacLaine)?
Stella is 95
Sun., Nov. 25, 9:30 pm
New
This film is a moving and fun film about aging – focusing on a charismatic older person who's lived and continues to live a very full life. The program hopes to spark thought and discussion on the glorious aspects of aging and erase some of the stigmas of growing older.
MUSIC VOYAGER
New Orleans: The Perfect Musical Storm
Sun., Nov. 25, 10:00 pm
Mon., Nov. 26, 11:30 pm
New
This music-based travel series invites viewers to discover the exciting rhythms of the planet. In each episode, ethnomusicologist and world music record producer Jacob Edgar embarks on a quest to find the world's best songs. With local musicians as his guide, Edgar receives a backstage pass to trendy nightclubs, international festivals, recording studio jam sessions and rollicking rehearsal rooms; samples exotic local cuisine; visits off-the-beaten path attractions and parties at hidden venues only the locals know. This season kicks off a three-episode foray into Louisiana, where Jacob seeks out the region's authentic sounds - from the bayou to Bourbon Street.
New Orleans: The Perfect Musical Storm
The Crescent City, where the local music and cuisine share a lot in common: both are spicy, fused with a multicultural mix of ingredients, and one taste only makes you hunger for more. Jacob arrives during the build-up to Mardi Gras. His musical journey moves from the classic jazz at Preservation Hall to the sounds of trumpeter Irvin Mayfield at his club on Bourbon Street. Virtuoso Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews treats Edgar to a searing demonstration of his talents, followed by an intimate get-together with crooner Jeremy Davenport. Cameras also capture a scorching jam with Cyril Neville and Galactic at the famed Tiptitina's and local legend Kermit Ruffins at his annual Mardi Gras morning barbeque party.
TOMORROW BEYOND 3/11
My Fukushima Home
Sun., Nov. 25, 10:30 pm
New
Hawaii's own world famous ukulele master Jake Shimabukuro is a fifth-generation Japanese American who traces his roots back to Fukushima Prefecture. He visits evacuees from the nuclear-contaminated town of Futaba. He marvels at their optimism despite their living in an abandoned school far from home. They sing along to Shimabukuro's music in a heartwarming exchange. He is also reunited with Omori, a dancer from Spa Resort Hawaiians theme park in Futaba.
NA MELE
Sean Na'auao and Friends
Mon., Nov. 26, 7:30 pm
Encore
Sean Na'auao is joined for this session by good friends Joe Uahinui on guitar and vocals, Jack Ofoia on bass and vocals, Bobo Butries on percussion. Keola and Kapua Dalire, daughters of noted kumu hula Aloha Dalire and Na'auao's sisters-in-law, provide hula artistry.
Doo Wop Discoveries
Mon., Nov. 26, 8:00 pm
New
This special brings back pivotal R&B and pop vocal groups of the late 50s and 60s through never-before-broadcast archival and new live performances of their most loved hits. Pop music icons Smokey Robinson, Mike Stoller (of the writing team Lieber & Stoller), producers Mitch and Phil Margo of the Tokens, Aaron Neville, Neil Sedaka and more share their favorite doo wop styles and songs of the genre.
Straight No Chaser: Live in New York: Holiday Edition
Mon., Nov. 26, 10:00 pm
Encore
The a cappella phenomenon Straight No Chaser, the ten men whose quirky version of "The 12 Days of Christmas" was a YouTube sensation, presents an entertaining evening for everyone. The special includes material from their EP Six Pack, holiday favorites from their album Christmas Cheers, including "The Christmas Can Can" and "Hey Santa!," and, of course, the song that started it all: "The 12 Days of Christmas."
LONG STORY SHORT WITH LESLIE WILCOX
Al Harrington: A Life of Gratitude
Tues., Nov. 27, 7:30 pm
New
Al Harrington's conversation with Leslie Wilcox continues. As a star running back at Punahou, he looks ahead to the future. With the encouragement of teachers, family and friends, Al attends Stanford University, graduating with a degree in history; becomes a teacher at Punahou; and becomes an actor and showman. But he never forgets the help he received along the way, and the lessons of kindness he learned from the people he loved and respected the most.
This program is available in high-definition and will be rebroadcast on Wed., Nov. 28 at 11:00 pm and Sun., Dec. 2 at 4:00 pm.
Il Volo Takes Flight
Tues., Nov. 27, 8:00 pm
Encore
Italian heartthrobs Il Volo are three teenage tenors: Piero Barone, Ignazio Boschetto and Gianluca Ginoble. They have received unanimous raves for their vocal talent and showmanship since their May 2011 debut in America on TV shows including American Idol, The Tonight Show, Ellen, The Today Show and Good Morning America. Already certified platinum in their homeland of Italy and several other countries, they have captured the hearts of Americans of all ages. Il Volo means "flight" and they soar in this special filmed at Detroit's famed Opera House on October 27, 2011.
Muddy Waters & The Rolling Stones Live
Tues., Nov. 27, 9:30 pm
New
On November 22, 1981, the Rolling Stones arrived in Chicago prior to playing three nights at the Rosemont Horizon. Long influenced by the Chicago blues, the band paid a visit to see legendary bluesman Muddy Waters perform. It didn't take long before Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood and Ian Stewart were joining him on stage. Later, Buddy Guy, Junior Wells and Lefty Dizz also played their parts. Luckily, this amazing blues night was captured on camera and has now been restored from the original footage, with sound mixed and mastered by Bob Clearmountain.
LEAHEY & LEAHEY
Wed., Nov. 28, 7:30 pm
New
Jim and Kanoa Leahey, Hawaii's father and son sports reporting duo, prove that the liveliest discussions happen with family and friends at the kitchen table. Join them as they talk story with special guests about "sports and other living things."
This program is available in high-definition and will be rebroadcast on Wed., Nov. 28 at 11:30 pm and Sun., Dec. 2 at 3:30 pm.
The Ed Sullivan Comedy Special
Thurs., Nov. 29, 9:00 pm
Encore
For 23 years, The Ed Sullivan Show featured America's premiere comedy legends performing their acts for millions of Americans every week. This special from the Sullivan archives brings back the original stars that defined the history of comedy, in their prime, with their original acts. The line-up includes classic bits from Jack Benny, Bob Hope, Red Skelton, George Carlin, Richard Pryor, Flip Wilson, Joan Rivers, Alan King, Jack Paar, Jackie Gleason, Victor Borge and many more.
GLOBE TREKKER
Buenos Aires City Guide
Thurs., Nov. 29, 11:00 pm
New
Discover one of South America's most exciting and vibrant cities as host Judith Jones takes us to the capital of Argentina. She begins her trip visiting San Telmo and the lively and colorful La Boca region. After taking a class in tango dancing, she then ventures to one of the trendiest mignolas, or dance halls, to try out her moves. Afterwards, she travels to the barrios of Monserrat and San Nicolás, takes the subway to the Plaza de Mayo, home of the Casa Rosada and the heart of government. Heading out of the city, Judith travels to the wine producing region of Mendoza, before returning to Buenos Aires and finishing up her trip in the barrios of Mataderos and Palermo.
THE MIND OF A CHEF
From ramen to rotting bananas, from Copenhagen to Kansas City, from pork buns to golf clubs, this series combines travel, cooking, history, science and humor for an unforgettable journey. Join executive producer and narrator Anthony Bourdain as he takes viewers inside the mind of noted Korean-American chef and restaurateur David Chang, a New York Times best-selling author and chef-owner of the Momofuku restaurant group. Chang brings a voracious appetite for food knowledge and a youthful exuberance to cooking and travel, whether cooking in his kitchens in New York and Australia or traveling for inspiration to Japan, Denmark, Spain or Montreal.
New York
Fri., Nov. 30, 9:00 pm
New
Enjoy this all-New York episode with chef-restaurateurs the "Torrisi Boys," oysters, carrot dashi and farming. Chang also visits native New Yorker Ivan Orkin in Tokyo, where he's making ramen that's taking the city by storm.
Fresh
Fri., Nov. 30, 9:30 pm
New
This episode explores the idea of fresh in the kitchen: instant broth, pea agnollini, fresh and aged steak with Chef Tien Ho, and ikejime with Chef Dave Arnold and Chef Yoshihiro Murata in Kyoto.
Soy
Fri., Nov. 30, 10:00 pm
New
Savor an entire episode devoted to soy. Chang visits tofu and miso factories in Japan; Chef Christina Tosi makes burnt miso apple pie; Chef Laurent Gras takes on tofu; and Chang makes his classic corn miso.
Sweet Spot
Fri., Nov. 30, 10:30 pm
New
David Chang's pastry chef Christina Tosi makes corn cookies and her three-layered Arnold Palmer cake. Chef Joe Burns makes ice cream and Chang goes strawberry picking.
Motown: Big Hits and More
Sat., Dec. 1, 7:00 pm
New
This special features the biggest and best moments from past PBS Motown specials, enhanced and extended with additional footage and archival gems. This program of original Motown classics from 1958 to 1968 features many of Motown's biggest hits, B-sides, album cuts and radio classics from the Temptations, the Four Tops, Marvin Gaye, the Supremes, the Miracles, Martha & the Vandellas and more.
Celtic Woman A Christmas Celebration
Sat., Dec. 1, 9:00 pm
Encore
In this holiday special, Celtic Woman delights viewers with stellar performances of popular classics such as "White Christmas," "O Holy Night" and "Let It Snow." Filmed in Dublin's Helix Centre, where the Celtic Woman phenomenon began, the special includes original pieces arranged by musical director David Downes. "Green the Whole Year Round," "Christmas Pipes" and the fiddle solo "In the Bleak Midwinter" add unique flavor to the show.
Christmas with Nathan Pacheco
Sat., Dec. 1, 10:30 pm
New
This Christmas, recording artist Nathan Pacheco gives the gift of music, capturing the spirit of the season with inspirational, moving performances of holiday favorites including "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing," "O Come, All Ye Faithful," "White Christmas," "Silver Bells" and an unforgettable rendition of the ultimate Christmas song, "O Holy Night."
Public Affairs
MOYERS & COMPANY
Sun., Nov. 25, 5:00 pm
New
Bill Moyers presents MOYERS & COMPANY, a weekly hour of compelling and vital conversation about life and the state of American democracy, featuring some of the best thinkers of our time. A range of scholars, artists, activists, scientists, philosophers and newsmakers bring context, insight and meaning to important topics. The series also occasionally includes Moyers' own timely and penetrating essays on society and government.
HIKI NŌ: The Nation's First Statewide Student News Network
Thurs., Nov. 29, 7:30 pm
Encore
This episode's student hosts hail from Konawaena High School on Hawaii Island. In this edition, H.P. Baldwin High School students on Maui talk with Paralympian Beth Arnoult, who now teaches tennis to people with physical and mental disabilities. Also, young journalists from Wheeler Middle School on Oahu profile a teacher whose grandmother came to Hawaii as a picture bride.
Other featured schools: Waiakea High School (Hawaii Island); Waimea Canyon Middle School (Kauai); Molokai High School (Molokai); and Campbell High School, Kalaheo High School and Sacred Hearts Academy (Oahu).
This program encores Saturday, Dec. 1 at 12:30 pm and Sunday, Dec. 2 at 3:00 pm. You may also view HIKI NŌ episodes on our website, www.pbshawaii.org/hikino
INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAII
Obamacare in Hawaii
Thurs., Nov. 29, 8:00 pm
New
President Obama's re-election means Obamacare (the Affordable Care Act) will be moving forward. Host Dan Boylan and guests will discuss how Obamacare will affect Hawaii residents, how Hawaii is ahead in healthcare transformation and the steps Hawaii needs to take to stay ahead.
Scheduled to appear are: Joan Danieley, Kaiser Permanente Vice President of Health Plan Service and Administration and Hawaii Healthcare Transformation Councilmember; Beth Giesting, Office of the Governor Healthcare Transformation Coordinator; Senator Josh Green, Senate Health Chairman and ER physician; and Virginia Pressler, Hawaii Pacific Health Executive Vice President/Chief Strategic Officer and Hawaii Healthcare Transformation Initiative Co-Chair.
INSIGHTS is also available online via live streaming. We want to hear from you! Your questions and comments are welcome via phone, email, Twitter or live blogging. You may also email your questions ahead of time to insights@pbshawaii.org
WASHINGTON WEEK
Fri., Nov. 30, 7:30 pm
New
For 40 years, WASHINGTON WEEK has delivered the most interesting conversation of the week. The program, hosted by Gwen Ifill, is the longest-running public affairs program on PBS and features a group of journalists participating in roundtable discussion of major news events.
NEED TO KNOW
Fri., Nov. 30, 8:00 pm
New
This weekly current affairs series covers the issues being considered by candidates and voters - from immigration to education to health care, environment, jobs and the economy - from Main Street's point of view.
The program also profiles up-and-coming political leaders and will report regularly from the road, hosting the program from key states whose issues are important to the national election. Essays, many from Jon Meacham and from a diverse group of other journalists and big thinkers, are a weekly feature.
Respected and experienced media professionals anchor the program and report from the field. They include: Jeff Greenfield, a seasoned political, media and culture reporter and commentator who has worked for CNN, CBS and NBC; Maria Hinojosa, host and managing editor of NPR's Latino USA and former senior correspondent of NOW On PBS; Scott Simon, longtime host of NPR's Weekend Edition; and Ray Suarez, co-anchor of the PBS NEWSHOUR.
THE MCLAUGHLIN GROUP
Fri., Nov. 30, 8:30 pm
New
THE MCLAUGHLIN GROUP is an unscripted forum featuring some of the greatest political analysts in the nation.
Science and Nature
A Night with Warren Washington
Tues., Nov. 27, 11:00 pm
New
Dr. Warren Washington is an internationally recognized expert on atmospheric science and climate research. He specializes in computer modeling of Earth's climate. Currently, he is Chief Scientist of the DOE/UCAR Cooperative Agreement at the National Center for Atmospheric Research in the Climate Change Research Section in the center's Climate and Global Dynamics Division. Over the years, Washington has published almost 200 papers in professional journals, garnered dozens of national and international awards, and served as a science advisor to former presidents Carter, Reagan, Bush and Clinton.
In June of this year, the National Academy of Sciences held a special interview with Dr. Washington at the newly-renovated National Academy of Sciences' Auditorium in Washington, D.C. Dr. Warren Washington, National Medal of Science Laureate, was interviewed by Dr. Ralph Cicerone, President of the National Academy of Sciences, about his life and work in a program honoring his outstanding contributions.
NATURE
Christmas in Yellowstone
Wed., Nov. 28, 8:00 pm
Encore
As snow falls and Christmas lights glow in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, a holiday season of a different sort settles in just beyond the town, in the great winter world of Yellowstone. Breathtaking landscapes frame intimate scenes of wolves and coyotes, elk and bison, bears and otters as they make their way through their most challenging season of the year. NATURE journeys in the footsteps of the men who first explored the park, and travels with their modern-day counterpart on his own journey of discovery. From the unique crystals of individual snowflakes to the grand sweep of Yellowstone's Hayden Valley, this is a Christmas like no other.
Orangutan Diary
Wed., Nov. 28, 9:30 pm
Encore
Deep in the Borneo rainforest, veterinarians and caregivers have a massive and emotional task ahead of them: rescuing and nursing the jungle's most appealing - and most vulnerable - animals back to health. There are approximately 600 orangutans being cared for day and night at the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation Centre. Most have had traumatic lives, clinging to survival as rainforests are burned around them, while others are snatched from the wild to be sold as pets. Every day is a challenge for the team as they care for the orphans and deal with the human crises of life in a rainforest hospital.
Saving Songbirds
Fri., Nov. 30, 11:00 pm
Encore
Researchers who employ creative means to assess the health of songbird populations take us from New England to Costa Rica and Jamaica to meet the colorful and melodic migratory birds and the people who are dedicated to saving them. Also featured are scientists in Cape May, NJ, who track large flocks of migrating songbirds in total darkness, and Costa Rican coffee farmers practicing bird-friendly methods of cultivation and processing.
Special Programming
Suze Orman's Money Class
Sat., Dec., 1:00 pm
Encore
Financial expert Suze Orman unveils her advice to help viewers navigate today's unsettling economic waters. She will provide audiences powerful, timely and often surprising advice for moving forward on the most important financial fundamentals: saving and investing, building a career, planning for retirement and more.