PROGRAM LISTINGS: April 5 – April 11, 2015Arts, Drama, CultureCALL THE MIDWIFESeason 4, Part 2 of 8 Sun., April 5, 7:00 pm New Inspired by the memoirs of Jennifer Worth, CALL THE MIDWIFE follows the nurses, midwives and nuns from London’s Nonnatus House, who visit the expectant mothers of Poplar, providing the poorest women with the best possible care. In Season 4, the community prepares to enter a new decade – the 1960s. Part 2 of 8 Two things become clear: new nurse Phyllis Crane is not going to fit in easily and Sister Julienne and a prospective benefactor knew each other many years ago. Meanwhile, everyone involved in a difficult birth is overwhelmed by the outcome, Patsy is poised to take over as scout leader and Tom dampens Trixie’s plans for an extravagant engagement party. MASTERPIECE CLASSIC Mr. Selfridge, Season 3, Part 2 of 8 Sun., April 5, 8:00 pm New The third season of the popular series, starring Jeremy Piven as the flamboyant American entrepreneur who founded the famous Selfridge’s department store, picks up the story in 1919. The acclaimed cast includes Aisling Loftus, Katherine Kelly, Gregory Fitoussi, Amanda Abbington and Tom Goodman-Hill. Part 2 of 8 Harry attends a fateful auction. Henri has a flashback. Edwards’ new book instigates a crisis for Kitty. WOLF HALL ON MASTERPIECE Part 1 of 6 Sun., April 5, 9:00 pm Thurs., April 9, 11:00 pm New Internationally acclaimed actor Mark Rylance and Emmy-winner Damian Lewis (Homeland) star as Thomas Cromwell and King Henry VIII in this adaptation of Hilary Mantel’s Booker Prize-winning novels, which chart the meteoric rise of Cromwell in the Tudor court — from blacksmith’s son to Henry VIII’s closest advisor. Part 1 of 6 Having failed to secure the annulment of King Henry’s marriage to Katherine of Aragon, Cardinal Wolsey is stripped of his powers. His hopes of returning to the king’s favor lie with the ever-loyal Thomas Cromwell. THE JEWEL IN THE CROWN Pandora’s Box Sun., April 5, 10:00 pm Encore Based on Paul Scott’s Raj Quartet novels, this dramatic series, first broadcast in 1984, recounts the final days of the British Raj in India during World War II. Pandora’s Box In 1947, Guy returns to India on the eve of independence to observe the last days of British rule. He discovers that Merrick had married Susan, but was subsequently killed. Suspicious, he investigates. NA MELE Bob Brozman, Cyril Pahinui and Led Kaapana Mon., April 6, 7:30 pm Encore The late steel guitar master Bob Brozman is featured in a glorious gathering of guitar greats along with slack key masters Led Kaapana and Cyril Pahinui in this vintage episode on NA MELE. The three players perform in various combinations in jam session style. Bob Brozman also performs three solos, including a tribute to steel guitar pioneer Tau Moe. ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Birmingham, AL, Part 2 of 3 Mon., April 6, 8:00 pm New The Roadshow is in Birmingham, where host Mark L. Walberg heads to the historic site of Sloss Furnaces with appraiser Stuart Whitehurst to learn about iron antiques and the history of the iron and steel industry. Highlights from the Roadshow floor include 1968 letters from a young Bill Clinton that include his candid opinions on politics and war; a Lalique hood ornament in an uncommon amethyst color; and a 1952 John Falter illustration valued at $200,000 to $250,000 in today’s hot illustration art market. ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Billings, MT, Part 2 of 3 Mon., April 6, 9:00 pm Encore Host Mark L. Walberg meets appraiser Bruce Shackleford at Billings’ Yellowstone Art Museum to look at its impressive collection of paintings by Joseph Henry Sharp, famous for his realistic depictions of Native Americans. Highlights from the Roadshow floor include a beautifully preserved 1843 artillery sword and belt; a circa 1925 sequined flapper dress and gold lamé coat; and a circa 1925 heirloom collection of ruby, diamond and jade rings, valued at $60,000. INDEPENDENT LENS Little Hope Was Arson Mon., April 6, 10:00 pm New On January 1, 2010, Little Hope Baptist Church burned to the ground in Canton, Texas. Officials concluded the fire was caused by a problem in the century-old church’s wiring. But when nine more churches went up in flames in one month, the largest manhunt in East Texas history was ignited. In this riveting investigation of a community terrorized from the inside out, families are torn apart and even Satan himself is considered a suspect. LONG STORY SHORT WITH LESLIE WILCOX Marion Higa Tues., April 7, 7:30 pm Encore Retired Hawaii State Auditor Marion Higa learned from her parents not to let her gender stand in the way of her goals. On this episode, she matter-of-factly shares her story of seeking the State Auditor position, back when few women in the U.S. had such top jobs. For two decades, Higa and her staff probed State operations and projects, often finding inefficiencies and irregularities and calling for change. Some of her conclusions rankled and embarrassed governors, and she was known for her unflinching responses to those in power. This program is available in high-definition and will be rebroadcast on Wed., April 8 at 11:00 pm and Sun., April 12 at 4:00 pm. MIND OF A CHEF Rene Wed., April 8, 7:30 pm & 11:30 pm Encore 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. Rene David Chang hangs out with one of his best friends, Rene Redzepi — who happens to be one of the world’s top chefs. GLOBE TREKKER Mumbai City Thurs., April 9, 10:00 pm New In Mumbai, host Zay Harding checks in to the luxurious Taj Palace Hotel, tours the sea fort of Murud Janjira, shops in the Chor Bazaar and takes in the fish market at Sassoon Docks. LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER Norm Lewis: Who Am I? Fri., April 10, 9:00 pm New Stage and screen star Norm Lewis (Phantom of the Opera, Scandal) presents a show that crosses stylistic boundaries, from opera to cabaret to gospel. International Jazz Day Fri., April 10, 10:00 pm New Many of the world’s greatest musicians from jazz and other genres assembled at the United Nations to celebrate the first annual International Jazz Day Concert. The special features performances by Tony Bennett, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Robert Cray, Sheila E., Herbie Hancock, Hiromi, Chaka Khan, Angelique Kidjo, Lang Lang, Wynton Marsalis, Hugh Masekela, Danilo Pérez, Dianne Reeves, Esperanza Spalding, and Stevie Wonder. XEROX ROCHESTER INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL Ravi Coltrane Fri., April 10, 11:00 pm New Saxophonist Ravi Coltrane, the son of saxophonist John Coltrane and jazz pianist Alice Coltrane, performs originals from his Blending Times album. He also pays tribute to the past with a version of “I’m Old Fashioned,” written by Jerome Kern and Johnny Mercer. VICTORY GARDEN’S edibleFEAST Memphis Sat., April 11, 7:00 pm New VICTORY GARDEN’s edibleFEAST takes viewers on a journey across America, traveling from garden to sea, mountains to fields, to learn about fresh local foods and the people who grow and produce them. Hosted by passionate foodie and TV personality Amy Devers, each episode features the work of 2013 James Beard Award-winning filmmaker and Chef Daniel Klein, who introduces viewers to gardeners, farmers and food producers around the country. Memphis In Memphis, Tennessee, we visit an organic garden in a tough South Memphis neighborhood that has become a source of community unity. We also learn about making the best possible hospital food from Chef Miles McMath, who brings fresh local food into the cafeterias at St. Jude’s Hospital. Then expert gardeners John Petty and Michael Minnis teach viewers how to plant a burlap sack garden and how to save seeds. Finally, Chef Ryan Trimm serves up catfish, okra and succotash. RICK STEVES’ EUROPE France’s Loire: Château Country Sat., April 11, 7:30 pm Encore America's leading authority on European travel returns to transport viewers to bustling cities, quaint villages and picturesque countrysides. Each episode contains Rick's valuable insights on art, culture and history, and his practical, experience-enhancing travel advice. France's Loire: Château Country The beautiful French countryside in the Loire River Valley is studded with evocative châteaux. In Amboise, we visit four unique castles: elegant Chenonceau, massive Chambord, stately Cheverny and fragrant Villandry. Along the way, we enjoy local cuisine and savor a princely garden. AMERICAN MASTERS A Fierce Green Fire Sat., April 11, 8:00 pm Encore Experience the battle for a living planet in the first big-picture exploration of the environmental movement, spanning 50 years of grassroots and global activism. Robert Redford, Ashley Judd, Van Jones, Isabel Allende and Meryl Streep narrate. Hawking Sat., April 11, 9:00 pm Encore This is the intimate and revealing story of renowned physicist Stephen Hawking's life. Told for the first time in Hawking's own words and with unique access to his home and public life, this is a personal journey through Hawking's world. The audience joins him at home, under the care of his nursing team; in San Jose as he "wows" a packed theatre audience; in Silicon Valley as he meets a team of technicians who hope to speed up his communication system; and as he throws a party for family and friends. The film also carefully tells Hawking's life journey, from boyhood under-achiever to PhD genius, and from a healthy cox on the Oxford rowing team to diagnosis of motor neuron disease, given just two years to live - yet surviving several close brushes with death. The film also highlights his greatest scientific discoveries and plots his rise to worldwide fame. FRONT AND CENTER Goo Goo Dolls Sat., April 11, 10:00 pm New The chart topping American rock band performs a set that traces their career from Grammy-nominated 1998 debut Dizzy Up The Girl to their latest release, Magnetic. Songs include the No. 1 single “Iris,” along with “Slide,” “Broadway” and “Let Love In.” AUSTIN CITY LIMITS Ed Sheeran/Valerie June Sat., April 11, 11:00 pm Encore Singer/songwriters Ed Sheeran and Valerie June perform. Sheeran fires up his hits “Sing!” and “A-Team,” while June burns through material from her acclaimed LP Pushin’ Against a Stone. Public AffairsFRONTLINEThe Fight for Yemen Tues., April 7, 10:00 pm New As recently as September, President Obama was pointing to Yemen as a model for the U.S.’s counter-terrorism strategy. But now, the country, which is home to one of Al Qaeda’s most powerful branches, is being torn apart in a violent sectarian conflict, led by an anti-American rebel movement, known as the Houthis. With the Yemeni president ousted from the capital, and Saudi Arabia leading a coalition of regional forces against the Houthis, FRONTLINE brings this special report from inside the war zone. Who are the Houthis and what does the chaos and instability mean for the region, the U.S., and the global fight against terrorism? Continuing FRONTLINE's on-the-ground coverage from Yemen, reporter Safa Al Ahmad was granted extremely rare access to the Houthis as they advanced, and she delivers a dramatic look at the conflict as it has been building. HIKI NŌ Thurs., April 9, 7:30 pm Encore This episode of HIKI NŌ is being hosted by Waipahu High School on Oahu. Top Story: Students from Seabury Hall Middle School on Maui profile Kathryn Peterson, who has volunteered to help in the training of assistance dogs since she was 10 years old. The Seabury Hall senior is passionate about the service that assistance dogs provide for people with disabilities, enabling them to lead more independent and fulfilling lives. Also Featured: Students from Ka Waihona o ka Naauao Public Charter School on Oahu share the story of their school principal, Alvin Parker, who served as a crewmember on the Aotearoa (New Zealand) leg of Hokulea’s World Wide Voyage, helping to promote the message of malama honua, or caring for the Earth; students from Kapaa High School on Kauai capture the lively activities that abound at their town’s monthly street fair; students from Kamehameha Schools Kapalama High School on Oahu feature Imiah Tafaovale, a Kamehameha sophomore who finds a convenient way to forgo the long school commutes that were robbing her of sleep; students from Konawaena High School on Hawaii Island document the creation of a community mural that showcases the cultural values of West Hawaii; students from Hawaii Preparatory Academy on Hawaii Island tell the story of Thomas “Tom Tom” Pahio, a Waipio taro farmer whose loi, or taro patches, serve both as outdoor classrooms for students and as test beds for taro varieties that can resist new environmental threats. This program encores Saturday, April 11 at 12:30 pm and Sunday, April 12 at 3:00 pm. You can also view HIKI NŌ episodes on our website, www.pbshawaii.org/hikino. INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAII When Will Hawaii’s Patients Be Able to Buy Medical Marijuana? Thurs., April 9, 8:00 pm New Since Hawaii approved marijuana for medical treatment 15 years ago, other states have surged ahead with dispensaries, and in some cases, marijuana decriminalization. Advocates are hoping for a statewide dispensary system, and concerned parents and law enforcement fear that medical marijuana could be abused. Mahealani Richardson moderates a talk with reps from advocacy groups, a drug policy organization and the Attorney General’s office. INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAII is a live public affairs show that is also live streamed on PBSHawaii.org. 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 Fixing Juvie Justice Thurs., April 9, 9:00 pm Encore Young people are entering the juvenile justice system in surprising numbers, and they seem to emerge worse than when they entered. In this film, a co-production of National Geographic and Pacific Islanders in Communications, we see how a group of innovators applies the restorative justice principles of the Maori people of New Zealand to the mean streets of Baltimore. In Maori villages of the past, a crime would put the community out of balance. Traditional Maori justice turns on the idea of restoring that balance. This film crosses the globe to a culturally sacred marae (meeting ground) where Judge Heemi Taumanu has established an alternative youth court that draws on these principles. Viewers see how people come together to resolve conflict in their own communities and all of the drama that unfolds when everyone is given a chance and encouraged to let emotions out. Can a community-based approach to justice derived from a structure conceived centuries ago in New Zealand give hope to the mean streets of the United States? WASHINGTON WEEK WITH GWEN IFILL Fri., April 10, 7:30 pm New For 40 years, WASHINGTON WEEK has delivered one 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 10, 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 10, 8:30 pm New THE MCLAUGHLIN GROUP is an unscripted forum featuring some of the greatest political analysts in the nation. Science and NatureTWICE BORN – STORIES FROM THE SPECIAL DELIVERY UNITPart 2 of 3 Tues., April 7, 8:00 pm New Witness groundbreaking fetal surgery in this miniseries that takes an intimate, inside look at the Special Delivery Unit at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, where rare surgeries are performed on babies inside the womb. With exclusive access to the elite unit, experience rarely seen, real-time footage of operations on fetuses. Join expectant parents who face a gut-wrenching decision: Should they take a leap of faith to repair birth defects with pre-natal surgery, even if it means they could lose their child? Gain insight into the lives of an unusual team of doctors who have defied skeptics and chosen to pursue this high-risk, high-reward career path. Part 2 of 3 Doctors remove the remainder of newborn Lilly’s tumor, while Tina and Brion receive devastating news about their unborn twins. As Shelly and the baby undergo a procedure to repair the fetus’s spine, get a close-up look at this surgery on a baby in the womb. NATURE Animal Homes: The Nest Wed., April 8, 8:00 pm New Bird nests come in all shapes and sizes, crafted from a diversity of materials, including fur, grasses, leaves, mosses, sticks and twigs, bones, wool, mud and spider silk. Quite a few contain man-made materials – twine, bits of wire, even plastic bags. Each is a work of art, built with just a beak! All over the world, birds in the wild arrive at diverse nesting grounds to collect, compete for, reject, steal and begin to build with carefully selected materials, crafting homes for the task of protecting their eggs and raising their young. NOVA Emperor’s Ghost Army Wed., April 8, 9:00 pm Encore In central China, a vast underground mausoleum conceals a life-size terracotta army of cavalry, infantry, horses, chariots, weapons, administrators, acrobats, and musicians, all built to serve China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang Di, in the afterlife. Lost and forgotten for over 2,200 years, this clay army, 8,000-strong, stands poised to help the First Emperor rule again beyond the grave. Now, a new archaeological campaign is probing the thousands of figures entombed in the mausoleum. With exclusive access to pioneering research, NOVA reveals how the Emperor directed the manufacture of the tens of thousands of bronze weapons carried by the clay soldiers including lethal crossbows engineered with astonishing precision. Scientists test the power of these weapons with high-action experiments and report on revolutionary 3D computer modeling techniques that are revealing new insights into how the clay figures were made. HISTORYInside the Court of Henry VIIITues., April 7, 9:00 pm New Part Renaissance prince, part medieval tyrant, Henry VIII is the most famous of English kings. Venture beyond the facade of his glamorous court to understand the danger and intrigue that routinely cost courtiers their heads. NAZI MEGA WEAPONS Hitler’s Megaships Wed., April 8, 10:00 pm New Hitler saw the battleship as the ultimate status symbol for his Third Reich and ordered the construction of two vessels that were then bigger, more powerful and more heavily armored than anything else at sea. But the British stopped at nothing to make sure that Hitler’s new mega weapons went to the bottom of the sea. DIYROUGH CUT: WOODWORKING WITH TOMMY MACShaker Style Clock Sat., April 11, 2:00 pm New In the 5th season of the series, respected furniture maker Tommy MacDonald and his friends Al, Eli and Steve share bold and inspiring woodworking designs. Tommy travels to historic landmarks in the Boston area, Chicago and beyond for inspiration, and then returns to his workshop to create pieces for the home and office. Thirteen new half-hour episodes introduce a wide variety of indoor and outdoor projects tailored to the recreational woodworker. The large-scale pieces – including beds, tables and wardrobes – blend new-school methods with old-school techniques. Shaker Style Clock Tommy goes to Shaker Village in Massachusetts to learn about an old-time staple, the Shaker Style Clock. We’ll see a variety of styles down at the village, and learn what materials go best with which. Then Tommy makes a classic of his own with friend and fellow woodworker Al D’Attanasio. ASK THIS OLD HOUSE Sat., April 11, 2:30 pm New Tom and Kevin build a basic entry shelf from poplar and plywood. Electrician Scott Caron helps a homeowner wire a basement room for outlets and lighting. THIS OLD HOUSE Lexington Project 2015: Designer Details Sat., April 11, 3:00 pm New Kevin arrives to find the second floor sanded, stained and sealed, and Tom overseeing the crew as they start on the first floor. In the kitchen, the cabinets are mostly installed, and carpenter Chuck Parker shows Norm the custom refrigerator panels. In Lexington Center, just steps from the Battle Green, Kevin meets local designer Robin Gannon to see how she used her modern and eclectic style to decorate 22 rooms of a historic inn. Norm shows Kevin how he’s repurposing a chest of drawers for a sink base for the new powder room. MARTHA STEWART’S COOKING SCHOOL Sandwiches Sat., April 11, 4:00 pm Encore Sandwiches are a mainstay on nearly every menu across the country. In this episode, Martha Stewart reimagines five classics. They include: a juicy roasted chicken club; an iconic New Orleans po’boy, piled high with oysters; an impressive muffuletta; an applewood-smoked bacon and fried-egg sandwich; and a classic Reuben with layers of corned beef, Swiss cheese and Russian dressing. AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN FROM COOK’S ILLUSTRATED Mahogany Chicken and Asparagus Stir-Fry Sat., April 11, 4:30 pm New Test cook Julia Collin Davison shows host Christopher Kimball how to make mahogany chicken. Next, gadget guru Lisa McManus reviews her favorite kitchen gadgets. And finally, test cook Bridget Lancaster reveals the test kitchen’s secret to perfect stir-fried asparagus with shiitake mushrooms. SARA’S WEEKNIGHT MEALS Hot Day, Cool Kitchen Sat., April 11, 5:00 pm New Chef Sara Moulton returns with a fourth season of SARA'S WEEKNIGHT MEALS, featuring simple but delicious recipes for putting flavorful, healthy, home-cooked meals on the table with minimal fuss. In addition, guest chefs from around the globe prepare their favorite dishes in Sara's home kitchen before taking her on a culinary expedition to their favorite local farms, ethnic enclaves and other secret food sources. Hot Day, Cool Kitchen Some days it’s just too hot to turn on the oven. Sara’s got the summertime solution with two easy heat-free recipes. First, Chef Giuseppe Fanelli joins Sara with a terrific meal-sized bruschetta al Tonno. Then, Sara whips up Asian chicken salad with carrot ginger sauce. LIDIA’S KITCHEN Potato Pizza Sat., April 11, 5:30 pm New Chef Lidia Bastianich conjures simple, seasonal and economical dishes with grace, confidence and love. She teaches viewers to draw on their roots, allow for spontaneity and cultivate a sense of home in the kitchen. Filled with tips and techniques collected through years in the kitchen and at the family table, Lidia channels her passion for teaching into a fun and trustworthy curriculum of kitchen wisdom. Potato Pizza Lidia creates a pizza dough made from potatoes and tops it with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, oregano, and Grana Padano cheese. She pairs it with a cozy barley soup for a complete meal. |