PROGRAM LISTINGS April 6 - 12, 2014

Arts, Drama, Culture

CALL THE MIDWIFE
Season 3, Part 2 of 8
Sun., April 6, 7:00 pm
New
 
Based on the best-selling memoirs of the late Jennifer Worth, this acclaimed series returns with colorful stories of midwifery and families in London’s East End. The third season takes viewers to 1959, the eve of the Swinging Sixties.
 
Part 2 of 8: Trixie is upset when Sister Julienne promotes Jenny to “acting sister,” but their relationship is eventually restored. A patient who’s carrying a baby who wasn’t fathered by her husband accepts that the only solution is adoption. Cynthia, inspired by a lecture on the art of natural childbirth, helps a patient experience a peaceful and calm birth. Alec and his friends try to persuade Jenny to go on a nuclear disarmament march, but she declines for the sake of her patients.     
 
MASTERPIECE CLASSIC
Mr. Selfridge, Season 2, Part 2 of 8
Sun., April 6, 8:00 pm
New
 
Jeremy Piven reprises his role as London’s retail king, Harry Gordon Selfridge. Created by Emmy Award-winning writer Andrew Davies, the series costars Frances O’Connor, Aisling Loftus, Amanda Abbington and Ron Cook.

Part 2 of 8: Miss Mardle gets a lucky break, LeClair resurfaces and Loxley seeks Harry’s help. All await Churchill’s appearance at the store.

Secrets of Selfridges
Sun., April 6, 9:00 pm
Encore
 
Two words are synonymous with Selfridges: luxury and London. However, Selfridges was the brainchild of an American: Harry Gordon Selfridge. The flamboyant Mr. Selfridge brought about a complete revolution in the way Londoners shopped, introducing a new American retail model that made shopping less a practical pursuit and more a luxurious adventure. Keen to put the shopper's experience above anything else, Selfridge coined the expression "The customer is always right," which has become the mantra of shops all over the world. The program reveals the grandiose store's hidden stories and delves into the mind of its ambitious creator.
 
Seven Wonders of the Buddhist World
Sun., April 6, 10:00 pm
Encore
 
Historian Bettany Hughes travels to spectacular and significant locations to offer a unique insight into one of the most ancient belief systems still practiced today. Buddhism began 2,500 years ago when one man had an internal revelation underneath a peepul tree in India. Today it is practiced by more than 350 million people worldwide, with numbers continuing to grow year after year. In an attempt to gain a better understanding of the different beliefs and practices that form the core of the Buddhist philosophy, and to investigate how Buddhism started and how it spread, Hughes visits some of the most spectacular monuments built by Buddhists across the globe. This beautifully produced and absorbing documentary-travelogue includes interviews with Robert Thurman, the leading world expert on Tibetan Buddhism.
 
NA MELE
Genoa Keawe and Family
Mon., April 7, 7:30 pm
Encore

The late Aunty Genoa Keawe, beloved for her aloha spirit and her legendary falsetto singing, was joined in this performance by her sons and grandchildren to kanikapila in the old-time, good-fun family way. Aunty Genoa plays with sons Eric K. Keawe on guitar and vocals, Arthur Keawe on ukulele and vocals, and Gary Keawe Aiko on upright bass and vocals. Granddaughter Pomaika'i Keawe performs on ukulele and vocals. Two other granddaughters, Kawahineu'iokalani and Sanoe Keawe, provide hula artistry.
 
ANTIQUES ROADSHOW
Kansas City, MO, Part 2 of 3
Mon., April 7, 8:00 pm
New
 
In Kansas City, Missouri, host Mark L. Walberg and appraiser Marshall Martin travel to the Toy and Miniature Museum to discuss dolls houses and miniature models. Highlights from the Roadshow floor include: a beauty book, ca. 1928, by entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker, the first American female millionaire; an 1861 E.G. Wright silver cornet that was played by the owner’s great-grandfather when he was part of the 15th Regiment of Indiana; and a 1920 Julian Onderdonk oil painting that was gifted to the owner’s mother when she lived next door to the artist and is now appraised for $125,000.
 
IN PERFORMANCE AT THE WHITE HOUSE
Women of Soul
Mon., April 7, 9:00 pm
Sat., April 12, 10:00 pm
New
 
From the East Room of the White House: hosts President and Mrs. Obama welcome artists Tessanne Chin, Melissa Etheridge, Ariana Grande, Patti LaBelle, Janelle Monáe and Jill Scott. The performers pay homage to the great “foremothers” of music, with songs expressing the struggles and the achievements of women in American music. The evening celebrates American women artists whose work has left an indelible and profound impact on our national musical culture, across Soul, Rhythm and Blues and Rock and Roll.
 
INDEPENDENT LENS
Brothers Hypnotic
Mon., April 7, 10:00 pm
New
 
Not-always-willing subjects of a utopian family experiment, the eight men of the Hypnotic Brass Ensemble were forged into a band as kids by their father, jazz maverick Phil Cohran. Now making their way on the streets and in the music business, they test their father’s ideals against their own brotherly vision.
 
LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER
James Naughton: The Songs of Randy Newman
Mon., April 7, 11:00 pm
Encore
 
James Naughton, the celebrated director, singer and Tony Award-winning actor, takes to the stage in the Allen Room at Lincoln Center in this concert special to honor American songwriter Randy Newman. Songs include “I Think It’s Going to Rain Today,” “Sail Away” and “I Love L.A.”
 
LONG STORY SHORT WITH LESLIE WILCOX
Shim Kanazawa
Tues., April 8, 7:30 pm
Encore
 
Leslie Wilcox talks with Shimeji "Shim" Kanazawa, often called "the Florence Nightingale of Hawaii." During World War II, Shim became a lifeline for Japanese American families incarcerated at relocation camps. Through the decades that followed, she has advocated for Hawaii's families, especially the elderly. Shim's dedication to helping others could be traced back to her parents' simple advice: to be good to everybody.
 
This program is available in high-definition and will be rebroadcast on Wed., April 9 at 11:00 pm and Sun., April 13 at 4:00 pm.

The Dave Clark Five:  Glad All Over, A Great Performances Special
Tues., April 8, 8:00 pm
Fri., April 11, 10:00 pm
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The Dave Clark Five was actually the first English group to tour America in May of 1964, and thus the first to spearhead rock and roll’s “British invasion” that changed the world. The group’s greatest hits include “Glad All Over,” Bits and Pieces” and “Over and Over.” This special features archival footage of the band, along with newly filmed interviews with Sir Paul McCartney, Sir Elton John, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, Ozzy Osbourne, Tom Hanks, Whoopi Goldberg, Dionne Warwick, Sir Ian McKellen and others, all sharing their memories of how the music and the cultural revolution of 1964 changed their lives.
 
LEAHEY & LEAHEY
Wed., April 9, 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., April 9 at 11:30 pm and Sun., April 13 at 3:30 pm.
 
GLOBE TREKKER
Myanmar
Thurs., April 10, 11:00 pm
New
 
Host Megan McCormick starts her journey in Yangon with a visit to Shwedagon Pagoda, the most revered Buddhist temple in Myanmar. Next she visits Inle Lake and then heads to the Shan Palace in the town of Hsipaw. She travels by train to Mandalay to visit the golden Mahamuni Buddha and to try her hand at puppetry. She makes her way to the Chin State and then on to Bagan, once the capital city. Megan’s last stop is the Rahkine State where she boards a boat to Ngapali Beach.
 
LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER
Jason Isbell: Moving Forward
Fri., April 11, 9:00 pm
New
 
Alabama native Jason Isbell, formerly of the Drive-By Truckers, showcases music from his new, critically acclaimed country music album Southeastern, with personal and exquisite songs in this concert special from the Allen Room at Lincoln Center.
 
A MOVEABLE FEAST WITH FINE COOKING
Sonoma, CA: Chefs Christopher Kostow, Leo Beckerman and Evan Bloom
Sat., April 12, 7:00 pm
New
 
This series takes viewers on a culinary journey with Australian chef/host Pete Evans and the most innovative food artisans across the United States. Pete and local chefs source the finest ingredients and work against the clock to prepare a multi-course menu for a ravenous group of foodies.
 
Sonoma, CA: Chefs Christopher Kostow, Leo Beckerman and Evan Bloom
During Pete’s trip to Sonoma, CA, he meets up with several culinary artisans to cook brunch for their hungry guests at a picturesque winery. They decide on a delicious breakfast casserole, fig salad and apple balsamic and cheese blintzes.
 
JOSEPH ROSENDO'S TRAVELSCOPE
Zermatt, Switzerland: Under the Shadow of the Matterhorn
Sat., April 12, 7:30 pm
Encore

Joseph heads to Zermatt to capture Switzerland's natural majesty at the foot of the country's most iconic mountain – the Matterhorn. His travels allow him to join in the yearly folk festival, which features a parade through car-free Zermatt with 50 different folklore groups, as well as performances by dancers, yodelers and musicians.

SHELTER ME
Second Chances
Sat., April 12, 8:00 pm
New
 
This program celebrates shelter pets with uplifting stories about how these pets improve people's lives when given the opportunity. Included are stories about incarcerated juveniles whose lives are changed by their interaction and connection with shelter dogs. Dogs are paired up with the kids who are then responsible for training and taking care of them 24/7. They learn empathy, responsibility and other life skills. The dogs are then adopted by people in the community at a ceremony inside the prison. 
 
SHELTER ME
Let's Go Home
Sat., April 12, 9:00 pm
Encore

Included are stories about shelter dogs who are used for search-and-rescue. These teams of dogs have been to the World Trade Center and helped look for survivors in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Superstorm Sandy and the Joplin tornadoes.
 
AUSTIN CITY LIMITS
Nine Inch Nails
Sat., April 12, 11:00 pm
New
 
Nine Inch Nails makes a rare television appearance, taking the ACL stage in an hour-long performance of tracks from their latest album, Hesitation Marks.

Public Affairs

MOYERS & COMPANY
Sun., April 6, 6:00 pm
New

MOYERS & COMPANY investigates issues that matter to American democracy, particularly the continuing influence of big money and corporate self-interest on politics, the economy and daily life. Each week, veteran journalist Bill Moyers hosts compelling conversations with today's top thinkers about new ideas, crucial issues and workable solutions. Select episodes also feature Moyers' own meticulously researched essays on a variety of topics.
 
FRONTLINE
The Secret State of North Korea
Tues., April 8, 10:00 pm
Encore

Just two years in the job and armed with nuclear weapons, North Korea's Kim Jong-Un is the world's youngest dictator, ruling one of the world's most isolated countries.  Like his father and grandfather, he wants to maintain tight control over what North Koreans see of the world — and what the world sees of North Korea.  But with unique access, FRONTLINE goes inside the secret state to explore life under its new ruler, and investigate the enigmatic "Morning Star King" as he tries to hold onto power.

Using new footage smuggled from inside along with never-before-told stories from recent defectors living in South Korea, the film offers a rare glimpse of how some North Koreans are defying authority in a country where just being caught with illegal DVDs could mean immediate imprisonment.
 
HIKI NŌ
Thurs., April 10, 7:30 pm
New

They will also introduce the following outstanding stories: Maui High School’s report on Hawaii’s same-sex wedding business; Waianae Intermediate’s story on a transgender eighth-grader; Ka Waihona o Ka Naauao Public Charter School’s look at preparations for the Polynesian Voyaging Society’s upcoming trans-global trek; Kamehameha Schools Maui Middle’s portrait of a substitute teacher who proves that you can’t judge a book by its cover; Iolani School’s story about an aspiring filmmaker who has had to overcome the physical challenges of his birth defects; Kapolei High School’s chronicle of the transferring of a World War II photo exhibit from the USS Missouri to their school library; and Seabury Hall Middle’s investigation into the cause of tumors on Maui’s green sea turtles.
 
This program encores Saturday, April 12 at 12:30 pm and Sunday, April 13 at 3:00 pm. You may also view HIKI NŌ episodes on our website, www.pbshawaii.org/hikino.

INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAII
How Can Inter-island Travel Become More Affordable?
Thurs., April 10, 8:00 pm
New

Sports teams, businesses and travelers have been feeling the sting of rising interisland airfare costs, fewer seats and less cargo space in recent years. Now that go! Airlines has stopped servicing Hawaii, is another carrier prepared to step in and offer competitive ticket prices? Is there any chance we could see a return of inter-island ferry service, after the Superferry's demise? How can we ensure that we're able to travel and transport goods between the islands for business, education and pleasure? On the next INSIGHTS, host Mahealani Richardson moderates a discussion on the question, "How can inter-island travel become more affordable?"

INSIGHTS on PBS Hawaii is a live public affairs show that is also available online through 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.
 
PBS HAWAII PRESENTS
The Illness and the Odyssey
Thurs., April 10, 9:00 pm
New
 
A cure for Alzheimer’s. A Nobel Prize. An honored place in medical history. All of this hangs in the balance as scientists race to find the cure for a rare disease found on one remote Pacific island. This documentary tells the story of a deadly, mind-wasting disease that could, potentially, hold the key to solving the riddle of many other neurological nightmares. The film features the renowned neurologist Dr. Oliver Sacks and as well as many other luminaries in the field of neuroscience. Based on Dr. Sacks’ book The Island of the Colorblind, the film traces the struggle to solve a medical mystery plaguing a native Chamorro population on Guam.
 
WASHINGTON WEEK WITH GWEN IFILL
Fri., April 11, 7:30 pm
New
 
For 40 years, WASHINGTON WEEK has delivered on of the most interesting conversations of the week. Hosted by Gwen Ifill, it is the longest-running public affairs program on PBS and features a group of journalists participating in roundtable discussion of major news events.
 
CHARLIE ROSE - THE WEEK
Fri., April 11, 8:00 pm
New
This weekly series features the iconic TV anchor's focus on the events and conversations shaping this week and the week ahead. Drawing on conversations from his nightly PBS program and new insightful perspectives from around the world, it captures the defining moments in politics, science, business, culture, media and sports.
 
THE MCLAUGHLIN GROUP
Fri., April 11, 8:30 pm
New
 
THE MCLAUGHLIN GROUP is an unscripted forum featuring some of the greatest political analysts in the nation.

Science and Nature

NATURE
My Bionic Pet
Wed., April 9, 8:00 pm
New

The animals of the world may increasingly need our help with big issues like preserving habitat or species conservation. But sometimes individual animals need our help as well. Left disabled without fins, flippers, beaks or tails because of disease, accidents or even human cruelty, these unfortunate creatures need what amounts to a miracle if they are to survive. Amazing prosthetics made possible by the latest engineering and technology can provide just what they need, and scientists are finding that innovations created in the process are benefitting both animals and humans. Meet these inspiring animals and the remarkable individuals whose work has helped them live their lives again.


NOVA
Inside Animal Minds: Bird Genius
Wed., April 9, 9:00 pm
New

Today, researchers are discovering that some creatures have mastered skills purportedly restricted to humans. Many are bird brains. Meet a cockatoo with a talent for picking locks; a wild crow on a mission to solve an eight-step puzzle; and a tame raven who can solve a puzzle box so quickly that his performance has to be captured with high-speed photography. Are these skills really evidence of high intelligence or just parlor tricks, the result of training and instinct‌ To find out, NOVA tests the limits of some of the planet’s brainiest animals, searching for the secrets of a problem-solving mind.

YOUR INNER FISH
Your Inner Fish
Wed., April 9, 10:00 pm
New

How did the human body become the complicated, quirky and amazing machine it is today‌ This cutting-edge scientific adventure reveals a startling truth: hidden within the human body is a story of life on Earth, and the legacy of animals that lived hundreds of millions of years ago. Based on the best-selling book by Neil Shubin, the series travels from Africa to the Arctic Circle to uncover the 3.5 billion year history of the human body and how a colorful cast of ancient characters made us who we are today.

Episode One: Your Inner Fish
Our arms, legs, necks and lungs were bequeathed to us by a fish that lumbered onto land some 375 million years ago. The genetic legacy of this creature can be seen today in our own DNA, including the genes used to build our hands and limbs.
 
Ocean Frontiers: The Dawn Of A New Era In Ocean Stewardship
Thurs., April 10, 10:00 pm
New
 
This special travels to four seaports and watersheds around the U.S. to observe new, long-term approaches to ocean management: from the busy shipping lanes of Boston Harbor to a small fishing community in the Pacific Northwest; from coral reefs in the Florida Keys to the nation's premier seafood nursery in the Mississippi Delta. Along the way, the program captures inspiring stories of scientists, businesses, farmers, sport and commercial fishermen, governments and citizens coming together to save the seas that sustain them.  

History

SECRETS OF THE DEAD
Carthage’s Lost Warriors
Tues., April 8, 11:00 pm
Encore
 
In 146 BCE, as the Romans conquered the vast Carthaginian Empire in North Africa, thousands of people fled their homeland. Now, science is suggesting some may have taken refuge thousands of miles away in South America. In addition to the scientific evidence, blonde, blue eyed indigenes suggest that contact with the West occurred long before Columbus arrived.

DIY

WOODSMITH SHOP
Kitchen Workstation
Sat., April 12, 2:00 pm
New
 
Starting with a pre-turned set of legs, the Woodsmith editors create a beautiful kitchen storage solution with an optional wine rack.
 
ASK THIS OLD HOUSE
Sat., April 12, 2:30 pm
New
 
Richard helps a homeowner replace a shower valve that shuts off mysteriously. Tom shows how to patch a hole in baseboard. Roger shares some tips for maintaining a lawn mower. And the guys ask, “What is it‌”
 
THIS OLD HOUSE
Arlington Italianate Project 2014: Brick, Trim and Tile
Sat., April 12, 3:00 pm
New
 
Roger installs a new front walk in a running bond pattern. Tom runs a custom profile for the chair rail and both copes and miters the corners as it is installed. Interior designer Christine Tuttle makes tile selections at a local showroom. Norm and Tom work to fit a new four-panel interior door into an old doorjamb. As the cabinet installation finishes up, kitchen designer Steve Jackowski offers a preview of the countertops, tile and striking copper vent hood that are on their way to the kitchen.
 
MARTHA STEWART’S COOKING SCHOOL
Onions
Sat., April 12, 5:00 pm
New

Onions are a staple in the pantry of every cook and integral to the flavor of so many recipes. In this episode, Martha walks the viewer through three onion dishes that make use of different cooking techniques: French onion soup, balsamic-glazed pearl onions and fried onion rings.
 
SIMPLY MING
Ellie Krieger and Better Burgers
Sat., April 12, 5:30 pm
New
 
Chef Ming Tsai is joined by Chef Ellie Krieger to cook up some light and tasty burgers. Chef Ellie shows how to pack in flavor with her stuffed southwest turkey burger. Ming ups the nutrition of his burger by adding grain in his mushroom bulgur beef burger.