PROGRAM LISTINGS: May 17 – May 23, 2015Arts, Drama, CultureCALL THE MIDWIFESeason 4, Part 8 of 8 Sun., May 17, 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 8 of 8 Trixie and Sister Mary Cynthia team up to support a deaf mother-to-be, while a case of morning sickness proves more serious than initially suspected. Elsewhere, Fred’s daughter is less than delighted about his forthcoming wedding. MASTERPIECE CLASSIC Mr. Selfridge, Season 3, Part 8 of 8 Sun., May 17, 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 8 of 8 With Harry’s future hanging in the balance, the store throws the sale to end all sales. Cupid also makes some final decisions. FAKE OR FORTUNE? Constable Sun., May 17, 10:00 pm New Every picture tells a story, but in this series, valuable paintings are treated as crime scenes! Beyond the genteel galleries and upmarket auction houses of the art world lies a dimension rarely seen – a darker side of incalculable wealth, social ambition and sometimes subterfuge. In the third season of this audience pleasing mini-series, a recognized art sleuth, a doctor of history and cutting-edge scientists again join forces to discover the truth behind controversial works of art. Constable The experts take on a doubly challenging investigation as they try and prove that not one, but two paintings are missing works by John Constable, one of Britain’s best loved but most widely faked artists. Gillie Dance used to keep her painting Yarmouth Jetty under the bed in her London home, never quite believing it was by John Constable - but the team starts to get excited when a previous owner turns out to have a close connection to the Constable family. Another painting, A Sea Beach Brighton, used to hang in Boston’s prestigious Museum of Fine Arts, until they sold it off at a fraction of its possible value in the early ‘90s. Attorney Tom Toppin and his wife Bernie snapped it up and they’ve been struggling to prove its authenticity ever since. Philip has a hunch that the proof they seek lies in other Constable paintings in U.S. galleries. Will the experts agree? NA MELE Jerry Byrd & Friends Mon., May 18, 7:30 pm Encore NA MELE presents a special encore of the smooth sounds of the late master steel guitarist Jerry Byrd. Byrd was joined for this nostalgic journey by four master musicians in their own right: Hiram Olsen Jr. on guitar and vocals; Dennis Keohokalole on ukulele and vocals; Gary Aiko on upright bass and vocals; and the late Ned Ka'apana on guitar and vocals. ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Charleston, WV, Part 2 of 3 Mon., May 18, 8:00 pm New Part Two of the stop in Charleston, West Virginia, features highlights such as a collection of Marilyn Monroe stills from some of her greatest cinematic hits; a British rainbow spatterware pot, ca. 1860, purchased for $10; and an 1849 ship’s log and register chronicling the journey from Boston to San Francisco during the Gold Rush. Also: Host Mark L. Walberg and appraiser Kathleen Bailey travel to The Huntington Museum of Art to discuss antique Ohio Valley glass. ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Washington, DC, Part 2 of 3 Mon., May 18, 9:00 pm Encore At the offices of the U.S. General Services Administration, host Mark L. Walberg interviews Inspector General Brian Miller about the New Deal’s WPA program, the tens of thousands of artworks produced under its auspices and the current effort to find some of these lost treasures. Highlights from the Roadshow floor include an 1813 Congressional sword; an early 20th-century Tiffany & Co. Sinclair mantel clock; and an early 20th-century Charles Schreyvogel sculpture depicting a soldier and his horse, valued at $60,000 to $90,000. LONG STORY SHORT WITH LESLIE WILCOX Mike Irish Tues., May 19, 7:30 pm New The next LONG STORY SHORT features Mike Irish, known as Hawaii’s “kim chee king.” As a young man starting college, Mike broke his neck in a football impact which left him paralyzed. He had to leave college and faced the prospect of never walking again. However, he never gave up hope – and somehow he regained full movement. Perhaps as a result of facing down his fear, Mike lives with a sort of fearlessness which has helped make him a successful Honolulu businessman. You’ll hear how risk-taking helped him develop an unconventional business model and enabled him to corner the market in legacy local food brands. This program is available in high-definition and will be rebroadcast on Wed., May 20 at 11:00 pm and Sun., May 24 at 4:00 pm. PACIFIC HEARTBEAT Nā Loea: The Masters II Tues., May 19, 11:00 pm Encore From sustainable fishing and land management practices, to preserving traditional language and arts, this program shares the stories of native Hawaiians who have dedicated their lives to practice, preserve and pass on knowledge and expertise accumulated over years. Featured are: Mac Poepoe, a Native Hawaiian fisherman and a community leader on Molokai who has dedicated his life to ensuring that the ocean will be well-stocked for generations to come; and Herbert Hoe, who recognized how the widespread health afflictions of the Native Hawaiian people impaired their ability to care for themselves, and created his ‘Ai Pono diet program utilizing the traditional foods of ancient Hawaiians. A CHEF’S LIFE Pimp My Grits Wed., May 20, 7:30 pm New A Chef’s Life is a documentary and cooking series that takes viewers inside the life of Chef Vivian Howard, who, with her husband Ben Knight, returned home to open a fine dining restaurant in small-town Eastern North Carolina. Each episode follows Vivian out of the kitchen and into cornfields, strawberry patches and hog farms as she hunts down the ingredients that inspire her menus. Using a chef’s modern sensibilities, Vivian explores Southern cuisine, past and present – one ingredient at a time. A celebration of true farm-to-table food, the series combines the action and drama of a high-pressure business with the joys and stresses of family life. Pimp My Grits The restaurant gears up for a practice service when the new equipment and new menu will be tested in real time – but nothing goes as planned. One of the big changes to the restaurant’s menus is the addition of a section called “Pimp My Grits,” where Vivian exalts the lowly, quintessentially Southern ingredient in four distinct ways. GLOBE TREKKER Tough Trains: Siberia Thurs., May 21, 10:00 pm New Host Zay Harding boards the infamous “Ice Train” for a wintry trip to the far north of Siberia, deep inside the Arctic Circle on the world’s northernmost railway line. His journey takes him through Tobolksk to the gas fields of Novy Urengoy and follows the abandoned route of Stalin’s “Railway of Death.” He visits a Communist gulag and camps overnight with the Nenet nomadic tribe. RIDING THE RAILS IN CHINA 2 Part 1 of 2 Thurs., May 21, 10:00 pm Encore American travelers Chris and Sarah visit the magnificent Shenyang Imperial Palace, Changchun World Sculpture Park and the Benxi Water Cave. The Lincoln Awards: A Concert for Veterans & The Military Family Fri., May 22, 9:00 pm New Enjoy a concert in celebration of the Lincoln Awards, which recognize outstanding achievement and excellence in providing opportunities and support to veterans and military families. Among those scheduled to appear are Nick Jonas, Jerry Lewis, Arturo Sandoval and Brian Williams. A Salute to the Troops: In Performance at the White House Fri., May 22, 10:00 pm Encore President Obama and First Lady, Michelle Obama welcome Willie Nelson, John Fogerty, Mary J. Blige, Romeo Santos, Common, Daughtry, plus performing members of the armed services, to offer a musical tribute to the service and sacrifice of our troops and the often overlooked contribution of their families back home. VICTORY GARDEN’S edibleFEAST Vancouver Sat., May 23, 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. Vancouver In Vancouver, Canada, gardener and author Andrea Bellamy shows how to create a worm composter, propagate herbs by taking cuttings and harvest flax seeds. Chef Chris Roper is cooking rye-crusted sturgeon with lightly pickled beets, and smoked salmon salad with cucumber. Then, go out on crab boats with fishermen dedicated to keeping low-impact practices viable for small-scale harvesters, and visit a mobile truck farm owned by Judy Kenzie. RICK STEVES’ EUROPE Amsterdam Sat., May 23, 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. Amsterdam Amsterdam is quaint and jarring, traditional and modern and a delight to explore. Under tall facades leaning out below quaint church towers, Rick shows us that this city is more than Rembrandts, Van Goghs and marijuana-filled coffee shops. The 2015 National Geographic Bee Sat., May 23, 8:00 pm New Each year thousands of schools in the United States participate in the National Geographic Bee using materials prepared by the National Geographic Society. The contest is designed to inspire students to be curious about the world. Schools with students in grades four through eight are eligible for this entertaining and challenging competition. Hawaii’s State Geographic Bee winner vies for the Bee crown and the top prize of a $50,000 college scholarship and lifetime membership in the National Geographic Society. Soul of a Banquet Sat., May 23, 9:00 pm New Director Wayne Wang (The Joy Luck Club) ventures into the world of Cecilia Chiang, the woman who introduced America to authentic Chinese food. Chiang opened her internationally renowned restaurant The Mandarin in 1961 in San Francisco and went on to change the course of cuisine in America. The film is equal parts delectable showcase of gastronomy and touching portrait of Chiang’s journey from a childhood in Beijing before the Cultural Revolution to accidental restaurateur on the west coast of the United States. Featuring interviews with Alice Waters, Ruth Reichl and Chiang herself. INDEPENDENT LENS Kumu Hina Sat., May 23, 10:00 pm Encore Over the course of a momentous year, Kumu Hina, a native Hawaiian mahu (transgender) teacher, inspires a tomboyish young girl to claim her place as leader of an all-male hula troupe, as she herself searches for love and a fulfilling romantic relationship with an unpredictable young Tongan man. AUSTIN CITY LIMITS Bon Iver Sat., May 23, 11:00 pm Encore The Grammy-winning Bon Iver performs material from its self-titled second album. Public AffairsFRONTLINESecrets, Politics and Torture Tues., May 19, 10:00 pm New FRONTLINE examines the fight over the CIA’s controversial interrogation methods, widely criticized as torture. Through recently declassified documents and interviews with key political leaders and CIA insiders, investigate what the CIA did and whether it worked. HIKI NŌ Thurs., May 21, 7:30 pm New This episode of HIKI NŌ is hosted by James Campbell High School in Ewa Beach in West Oahu. Top Story: Ewa Makai Middle School on Oahu introduces us to P.E. for the 21st century. When students take physical education at this high-tech middle school on the Ewa plain, they don’t just play dodge ball or run laps around the track. We learn how their innovative P.E. program is using computer technology to help students get fit both physically and digitally. Also Featured: Maui High School on the Valley Island explores the challenges of designing schools to provide a healthy learning environment while keeping out intruders. Architect Charles Kaneshiro, president of Group 70 International based in Honolulu, shows the design elements he incorporated at Puʻu Kukui Elementary School in Wailuku, Maui, to provide “zones of supervision” throughout the multi-building campus. On Hawaii Island, Hawaii Preparatory Academy students Mason Dupont and Jacob McCafferty researched, designed and created a remote-controlled boat that can be used to study marine life such as whales. The boat wasn’t created for a traditional class in engineering or science, but for a self-directed, independent study project. Kapaa High School on Kauai tells us about a new program created by the Kauai Humane Society to encourage the adoption of dogs. Volunteers take dogs from the Kauai Humane Society on field trips to various places on the island to help them meet potential owners. Kamehameha Schools Kapalama on Oahu takes us into a classroom that takes 21st century skills to a new level as students learn the intricacies of cell division, land ecology and geographical mapping through the popular video game, Minecraft. Students experience hands-on interaction with the land, exploration of their Hawaiian culture, and, of course, video gaming! The results: collaboration that combines creativity, communication, critical thinking – and a little bit of chaos. Students of Kapaa Middle School on Kauai show us what makes their May Day program different from others in the state, and reveal what it takes to prepare for this beloved Hawaii tradition. This program encores Saturday, May 23 at 12:30 pm and Sunday, May 24 at 3:00 pm. You can also view HIKI NŌ episodes on our website, www.pbshawaii.org/hikino. INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAII Does Fine Arts Education Have a Place in Hawaii’s Public Schools? Thurs., May 21, 8:00 pm New Federal and state mandates have compelled public schools to focus more time and resources on academic standards and less on the fine arts. Are we shortchanging students by not giving them an outlet for creative expression? Has fine arts education fallen by the wayside with the push to excel in critical thinking in Hawaii’s public schools? 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. WASHINGTON WEEK WITH GWEN IFILL Fri., May 22, 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., May 22, 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., May 22, 8:30 pm New THE MCLAUGHLIN GROUP is an unscripted forum featuring some of the greatest political analysts in the nation. Science and NatureNATUREThe Sagebrush Sea Wed., May 20, 8:00 pm New One of the most overlooked ecosystems on the continent consists of a massive sea of sagebrush that stretches across 11 states in the American West. This spartan yet spectacular landscape supports more than 170 species of hardscrabble birds and mammals. Among those that have adapted to survive here are birds found nowhere else: greater sage-grouse that lead remarkable lives mostly hidden in the sage. But once each year, males emerge for days on end to strut and display as prospective mates for discriminating females, which mate with only one or two of them. Females must then raise their chicks on their own, with little food, water or shelter to sustain them, while plenty of predators wait for their smallest mistake. Today, they must also contend with wells and pipelines tapping the resources buried deep below. The sagebrush and the grouse carry on, but they’re losing ground. NOVA Rise of the Hackers Wed., May 20, 9:00 pm Encore Our lives have gone digital. We shop, bank and even date online. Computers hold our treasured photographs, private emails, and all of our personal information. This data is precious – and cybercriminals want it. Now, NOVA goes behind the scenes of the fast-paced world of cryptography to meet the scientists battling to keep our data safe. They are experts in extreme physics, math and a new field called “ultra-paranoid computing,” all working to forge unbreakable codes and build ultra-fast computers. From the two men who uncovered the world’s most advanced cyber weapon to the computer expert who worked out how to hack into cash machines and scientists who believe they can store a password in your unconscious brain, NOVA investigates how a new global geek squad is harnessing cutting-edge science – all to stay one step ahead of the hackers. Super Skyscrapers The Billionaire Building Wed., May 20, 10:00 pm Encore As urban space shrinks, we build higher and faster than ever before, creating a new generation of skyscrapers. Super skyscrapers are pushing the limits of engineering, technology and design to become greener, stronger, smarter and more luxurious than their predecessors. This four-part series follows the creation of four extraordinary buildings, showcasing how they will revolutionize the way we live, work and protect ourselves from potential threats. The Billionaire Building Upon completion, One57, on Manhattan’s 57th Street, will rise more than 1,000 feet, making it the tallest residential tower in the western hemisphere and boasting spectacular views of Central Park. This episode follows the teams tasked with creating New York’s most luxurious residential skyscraper and their ambition to redefine luxury living the big city. Condominiums at One57 showcase state-of-the-art interiors – double-height ceilings, full-floor apartments, bathrooms clad in the finest Italian marble and the finest material finishes. HISTORYINDEPENDENT LENS1971 Mon., May 18, 10:00 pm New On March 8, 1971, a band of suburban parents, university professors and community leaders broke into a small FBI field office in Media, Pennsylvania, just outside Philadelphia. Calling themselves the Citizens’ Commission to Investigate the FBI, the eight activists took hundreds of secret files and shared them anonymously with select members of Congress and the news media. By doing so, they uncovered evidence of the FBI’s vast and illegal regime of spying on and intimidating American citizens. Despite one of the largest investigations ever conducted, the FBI never solved the mystery of the break-in, and the identities of those responsible remained a secret – until now. For the first time, the members of the Citizens’ Commission have spoken out. This film tells their story. THE ROOSEVELTS: AN INTIMATE HISTORY The Fire of Life Tues., May 19, 8:00 pm Encore Ken Burns’ seven-part documentary tells the stories of Theodore, Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, three members of one of the most prominent and influential families in American politics. The seven-part, 14-hour series marks the first time their individual stories have been woven into a single narrative. The Fire of Life Theodore leads a Progressive crusade that splits his own party, undertakes a deadly expedition into the South American jungle, campaigns for American entry into World War I – and pays a terrible personal price. Franklin masters wartime Washington as Assistant Secretary of the Navy, while Eleanor finds personal salvation in war work. Her discovery of Franklin’s romance with another woman transforms their marriage into a largely political partnership. TR’s death at 60 is almost universally mourned, but provides Franklin with a golden opportunity. PBS HAWAII PRESENTS Under a Jarvis Moon Thurs., May 21, 9:00 pm Encore This film tells the story of 130 young men from Hawaii who, from the late 1930s through the early years of World War II, were part of a clandestine mission by the U.S. federal government to occupy desert islands in the middle of the Pacific. The first wave of these colonists was a group of Hawaiian high school students, chosen because government officials assumed Pacific Islanders could best survive the harsh conditions present on the tiny, isolated islands. For the young men, who were unaware of the true purpose of their role as colonists, what ensued is a tale of intrigue, courage, and ultimately, tragedy. DIYTHE WOODWRIGHT’S SHOPTapered Tail Tripod Table 1 Sat., May 23, 2:00 pm New Using only the hand tools of the pre-industrial era, woodworker Roy Underhill and his guests prove that there was life before electricity. Whether you think muscle-powered tools are a thing of the past – or a thing of the future – you’ll reconnect with your own inner craftsperson. Tapered Tail Tripod Table 1 Walnut legs riven from the log begin this table inspired by the 19th century Dominy workshops. ASK THIS OLD HOUSE Sat., May 23, 2:30 pm New Learn about planting an indoor tropical garden in a cold climate. THIS OLD HOUSE The Veteran’s Special House Project Sat., May 23, 3:00 pm New Kevin meets Mike Duckett in New Hampshire to see the plans for the DeWitt family’s specially adapted home from Homes for Our Troops (HFOT). Norm, Tom and Kevin join builder Ken Dionne and his team to help with framing the exterior walls. Kevin then travels to Florida to meet Justin Gaertner, another veteran who also received an HFOT home. Kevin rejoins the project in New Hampshire and finds that all the exterior walls are secured and the truss roof is going up. MARTHA STEWART’S COOKING SCHOOL On the Bone Sat., May 23, 4:00 pm Encore The most flavorful, tender cuts of meat are often cooked on the bone. In this episode, Martha Stewart shares techniques – braising, searing, slow-roasting and grilling – in four different recipes featuring bone-in cuts: sumptuous oxtail, slow-roasted beef ribs, cowboy steak and Korean short-rib kebabs. AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN FROM COOK’S ILLUSTRATED Favorite Ways with the Catch of the Day Sat., May 23, 4:30 pm New Test cook Julia Collin Davison uncovers the secrets to making the perfect grilled fish tacos at home. Then equipment expert Adam Ried reviews bench scrapers. Finally, test cook Bryan Roof shows Chris how to make the ultimate sesame-crusted salmon with lemon and ginger. SARA’S WEEKNIGHT MEALS Not Just for Kids Sat., May 23, 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. Not Just for Kids Sara has two kid-friendly recipes, fast and easy for a weeknight, that will satisfy a picky palate but are tasty and sophisticated enough to please an adult. First up is beer batter shrimp, then Sara cooks up “pasta pizza.” And for a lunchbox treat, there’s jiggly orange wedges. LIDIA’S KITCHEN Party Favorites Sat., May 23, 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. Party Favorites Today is all about an Italian favorite at parties or large family meals: antipasti! She teaches viewers how to prepare four delicious snacks: giardiniera (cured vegetables); anchovy frittata with zucchini; savory onion tart; and marinated meatballs. |