PROGRAM LISTINGS November 22 – November 28, 2015WILD KRATTS Creature Christmas Wed., Nov. 25, 3:00 pm Thurs., Nov. 26, 3:00 pm New In this special, the Wild Kratts are taking a break from creature adventuring to celebrate the holidays. But when Martin, Chris and the team receive an alert that their favorite creatures are suddenly disappearing around the globe, their holiday party quickly turns into a rescue mission. Our heroes must race against time to thwart their greedy archrivals’ most miserly scheme yet! NATURE CAT Wed., Nov. 25, 3:50 pm Thurs., Nov. 26, 3:50 pm New This new PBS KIDS new series follows Fred, a house cat who dreams of exploring the great outdoors. Once his family leaves for the day, Fred transforms into Nature Cat, “backyard explorer extraordinaire.” He can’t wait to get outside for a day of backyard nature excursions and bravery, but there’s one problem: he’s still a house cat with no instincts for nature. With the help of his animal friends, Nature Cat embarks on action-packed adventures that include exciting missions full of nature investigation, “a-ha” discovery moments and humor, all while inspiring children to go outside and “play the show.” Arts, Drama, CultureMASTERPIECE CLASSICDownton Abbey, Season 5, Part 2 of 9 Sun., Nov. 22, 7:00 pm Encore The highest-rated drama in PBS history, this Emmy and Golden Globe award- winning hit drama’s fifth season features intimately interlaced stories centered on an English country estate. Part 2 of 9 Rose hits on a strategy to get a radio in the house. Sarah tutors Daisy. An art historian arrives. Anna makes a difficult purchase. INDIAN SUMMERS ON MASTERPIECE Part 9 of 9 Sun., Nov. 22, 8:00 pm New Julie Walters stars as the glamorous doyenne of an English social club in the twilight era of British rule in India. Set in a subtropical paradise, the series dramatizes the collision of the high-living English ruling class with the local people agitating for Indian independence. As the drama unfolds, the two sides alternately clash and merge in an intricate game of power, politics and passion. Also starring in the lavish production are Henry Lloyd-Hughes, Jemima West, Nikesh Patel, Roshan Seth and Lillete Dubey. Part 9 of 9 Madeleine gets a shock. Ramu’s fate is in Ralph’s hands. Aafrin makes two fateful decisions. The club changes course. Ian becomes a local hero. First You Dream: The Music of Kander & Ebb Sun., Nov. 22, 10:00 pm Encore Grab a front row seat for this thrilling Broadway concert. An all-star cast performs “New York New York,” “Cabaret” and other classic songs by the Tony-, Oscar-, Grammy- and Emmy-winning Broadway songwriting team of John Kander and Fred Ebb. Performers include Kate Baldwin, Heidi Blickenstaff, James Clow, Norm Lewis, Julia Murney and Matthew Scott. NA MELE Hūʻewa Mon., Nov. 23, 7:30 pm Thurs., Nov. 26, 8:00 pm New When you hear their name, you can’t help but smile. The young trio Hūʻewa is comprised of 17-year-old Kupu Dalire-Naʻauao, 19-year-old Kahi Lum-Young and 25-year old Kekoa Kane. “‘Hū’ is to hum or to make sound, to make music. And ‘ewa’ is to go off course or to find your own path,” explained Hūʻewa member Kane. “…that’s what we do with our music…we make music on our own path, on a different style.” In this brand new NA MELE, the trio performs songs including “Kaulana Niʻihau,” where theyʻre accompanied by the dancers of Hālau Ka Liko Pua O Kalaniakea; and a medley consisting of favorite songs of each member: “Kaulana Molokaʻi,” “Pauoa Liko Ka Lehua” and “Meleana Ē.” Dalire-Naʻauao explains, “The Hawaiian music that we chose, the type of songs that we chose…we just like to pull things from back in the day.” ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Eugene, OR, Part 2 of 3 Mon., Nov. 23, 8:00 pm Encore In Eugene, Oregon, host Mark L. Walberg and appraiser Kathleen Bailey head to the King Estate Winery to discuss what to look for in the pursuit of collecting wine glasses and decanters. Highlights include a circa 1800 New England Chippendale chest-on-chest; an 1846 map of Western America; and an early 20th- century Russian Imperial Officer’s sword from the reign of Tsar Nicholas II, purchased by the owner for $500 and valued between $75,000 and $100,000. Eddie Murphy: The Mark Twain Prize Mon., Nov. 23, 9:00 pm New Salute comedian/actor Eddie Murphy, the latest recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. From the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC, some of the biggest names in comedy salute the 18th recipient of the humor prize, including Dave Chapelle, Kathy Griffin, Arsenio Hall, Brittany Howard, George Lopez, Sam Moore, Tracy Morgan, Trevor Noah, Joe Piscopo and Chris Rock. INDEPENDENT LENS Mimi and Dona Mon., Nov. 23, 10:30 pm New Meet an unforgettable mother-daughter duo facing tough choices as they age. Mimi is 92 years old and still caring for her mentally disabled 64-year-old daughter Dona. Now Mimi’s family has decided that she can no longer care for Dona, and Dona must leave home to live in a state-run institution. After 64 years, Mimi will have an empty nest and Dona will suddenly be on her own. LONG STORY SHORT WITH LESLIE WILCOX Marie Milks Tues., Nov. 24, 7:30 pm Encore When retired State Circuit Judge Marie Nakanishi Milks was just three years old, she boarded a bus on the heels of an adult stranger and went on her own to her auntie’s house across town. Meanwhile, her frightened parents had called police, thinking she’d been kidnapped – and an island-wide hunt was underway. That was just the beginning of a life of discovery and travel. Milks recalls humble beginnings as the daughter of a waiter and a house cleaner in a modest rental home in Honolulu. She would take a job in Washington D.C. with Congresswoman Patsy Mink, go to law school, and become a respected judge who presided over major criminal cases in Hawaii. Today, in retirement, she travels the world. This program will be rebroadcast on Sunday, Nov. 29 at 4:00 pm. A CHEF’S LIFE Pickle Perfect Wed., Nov. 25, 7:30 pm New A Chef’s Life is a cooking and documentary series that takes viewers inside the life of Chef Vivian Howard, who, with her husband Ben Knight, opens a fine dining restaurant in her small hometown in 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. Pickle Perfect Vivian visits her friend Nancy for a comforting combination of homemade pickles, chicken salad and chocolate cake. Ben and Vivian audition a new chef to offer Ben some relief and much-needed time to focus on his art. NA MELE Waipuna Thurs., Nov. 26, 8:30 pm Encore Kale Hannahs, David Kamakahi and Matt Sproat of the acclaimed Hawaiian music group Waipuna present their interpretation of Hawaiian music, accompanied by hula dancer Jaimie Kennedy. From “Malama Mau Hawaii,” a selection from Waipuna’s first album, to “E Mau Ke Aloha,” composed by David’s father, Dennis Kamakahi, Waipuna will take you through a joyful musical cycle. HAWAIIAN AIRLINES PRESENTS: NA MELE Tony Conjugacion Thurs., Nov. 26, 9:00 pm Encore Tony Conjugacion pays tribute to his musical influences in this special. This kanikapila is a historic occasion captured by the cameras in the PBS Hawaii studio. CRAFT IN AMERICA Music Thurs., Nov. 26, 10:00 pm Encore Focus on the makers of finely crafted handmade instruments – guitar, ukulele, trumpet, banjo and timpani – and the renowned musicians who play them,including Joan Baez, Jake Shimabukuro, Rhiannon Giddens, Scotty Barnhart, Tony Ellis and Joseph Pereira. Included is a visit to Kamaka Hawaii on Oahu. WELL READ Salman Rushdie: Two Years, Eight Months, 28 Nights: A Novel Thurs., Nov. 26, 11:00 pm New This series features lively, engaging conversations about ideas in literature. Host Terry Tazioli introduces the latest books – both fiction and non-fiction – and interviews noted authors about the themes in their latest works. Salman Rushdie: Two Years, Eight Months, 28 Nights: A Novel From Salman Rushdie comes this new novel inspired by the traditional “wonder tales” of the East, about age-old conflicts that remain in today’s world. GREAT PERFORMANCES Donald Fagen, Michael McDonald, Boz Scaggs: The Dukes of September Fri., Nov. 27, 9:00 pm Encore Rock music royalty – Donald Fagen (Steely Dan), Michael McDonald (Doobie Brothers) and Boz Scaggs – join forces to form a super-group, the Dukes of September, delighting audiences with new performances of their greatest hits and chart-topping favorites from the 70s. Among the songs performed are “What a Fool Believes,” “Low Down,” “Lido Shuffle,” “Pretzel Logic,” “I Heard It Through the Grapevine,” “Reelin’ in the Years” and more. Great Museums – Sound Tracks: The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum Fri., Nov. 27, 11:00 pm Encore Visit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum in Cleveland, Ohio, which opened in 1995. This special features a tour of the museum’s fascinating collection of sights and sounds that recreate the story of rock music, and showcases artifacts such as Muddy Waters’ guitar, John Lennon’s Sgt. Pepper uniform and Michael Jackson’s glove. A CRAFTSMAN’S LEGACY The Weave Master Sat., Nov. 28, 1:00 pm New Host Eric Gorges goes on a quest to discover the true craftsmen in today's world. Traveling across the country, Gorges interviews the men and women responsible for carrying the tools, trades and traditions of fine craftsmanship into the 21st century. Gorges, a welder by trade, meets and interviews master craftsmen, and learns why they chose their craft, where they learned their skills, how they live using their talents and the challenges and importance of keeping those traditions alive in a modern-day world. The Weave Master Master Weaver Jaunita Hofstrom wanted to have a place just for weavers to gather and pursue their love of weaving. She bought a little church around the corner from her house and started living that dream. Host Eric Gorges explores the ins and outs and ups and overs of this traditional craft. THE MIND OF A CHEF Strawberry Sat., Nov. 28, 7:00 pm New Chef David Kinch has forged a distinctive culinary path, putting him at the forefront of new contemporary California cuisine with his restaurant Manresa. Influenced by French and modern Catalan cooking, Kinch finds inspiration from European traditions and refinement, American ingenuity and the bounty California offers. For nine consecutive years, Manresa has held two Michelin stars. His first cookbook, Manresa: An Edible Reflection, was nominated for the James Beard Foundation “Cooking from a Professional Point of View” award. Strawberry Follow Chef David Kinch as he focuses attention on the strawberry, celebrating the summer favorite at the height of its season. Manresa is near some of the best producers in California, where high sun and cool breezes concentrate the flavor of “nature’s candy.” JOSEPH ROSENDO’S TRAVELSCOPE Northeast Ontario: Canada’s Canoe Culture and First Nations People Sat., Nov. 28, 7:30 pm New Joseph visits Northeast Ontario, Canada, a vast land of trees, water and rock. It has been home to aboriginal people for more than 10,000 years. Joseph joins his First Nations guides at a pow wow, on a hike along the Niagara Escarpment and in handcrafting a drum. Starlight Ballroom Sat., Nov. 28, 8:00 pm New Return to the glorious days of legendary orchestras, bandleaders and singers that ruled America’s radio waves and dance halls, bringing joy and escape during the days the country went to war and through the era of victory that followed. Featuring Perry Como, Doris Day, Dinah Shore, Tex Beneke, Peggy Lee, The Mills Brothers, Count Basie and more. Red Rock Serenade Sat., Nov. 28, 10:00 pm Encore Take a meditative, cinematic journey through the breathtaking scenery of the American West’s iconic red rock country, including Arches, Bryce Canyon, Zion, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef and Grand Canyon National Parks – all set to music by some of the world’s greatest classical composers, including Bach, Brahms, Chopin and Beethoven. ACL Presents American Music Festival 2015 Sat., Nov. 28, 11:00 pm New Revel in the best performances from the 2015 Americana Music Association Honors & Awards ceremony. Featured artists include Don Henley, Lucinda Williams, Robert Randolph, Buffy Sainte-Marie and the Mavericks. Public AffairsTHE OPEN MINDSun., Nov. 22, 6:00 pm New Hosted by Alexander Heffner, this weekly public affairs program is a thoughtful excursion into the world of ideas, exploring issues of national and public concern with the most compelling minds of our times. HIKI NŌ Thurs., Nov. 26, 7:30 pm Encore This is the first episode of HIKI NŌ Season 7, and the first in a series of six shows in which each episode focuses on a specific Hawaiian value. The Hawaiian value for this show is ho’omau, which means to persevere, perpetuate, or continue. The top story comes from the students at Maui High School, who follow former UH Wahine Volleyball star Cecilia Fernandez as she battles adenocarcinoma, a rare form of lung cancer. As a former athlete, Cecilia is used to contesting opponents by following a carefully devised game-plan. But because so little is known about this disease, Cecilia must persevere against an enemy she is not familiar with: uncertainty. Also featured are these student stories: Roosevelt High School on Oahu tells the story of Papahana Kuaola, a non-profit organization in Kaneohe that contributes to the preservation of Hawaiian culture through the preservation of land and native plants, public awareness and the use of chant. Kapolei High School on Oahu profiles Kapolei football player Papu Uti, who lost his leg from a debilitating accident but expects to return to playing football with a prosthetic leg. Connections Public Charter School on Hawaii Island features world-renowned slack key guitarist Cyril Pahinui, who continues his father Gabby Pahinui's legacy by using his father's teaching methods at workshops. Ke Kula Niihau O Kekaha Public Charter School on Kauai tells the story of teacher Hope Kaimi Strickland who, raised on Niihau Island, honors her deceased husband's wishes for their children to learn her Hawaiian culture and Niihau Hawaiian dialect. Waianae Intermediate School on Oahu features fellow student Crystal Cebedo. Crystal deals with the uncontrollable aspects of her life, such as her mother’s cancer, by keeping busy and meeting life’s challenges. Konawaena High School on Hawaii Island shows us how the Kona Historical Society built an authentic, old-fashioned Portuguese oven for baking bread as a part of its efforts to recreate the traditions of old Kona. This episode of HIKI NŌ is hosted by students from Radford High School on Oahu. This program encores Saturday, Nov. 28 at 12:30 pm and Sunday, Nov. 29 at 3:00 pm. You can also view HIKI NŌ episodes on our website, www.pbshawaii.org/hikino. WASHINGTON WEEK WITH GWEN IFILL Fri., Nov. 27, 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., Nov. 27, 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., Nov. 27, 8:30 pm New THE MCLAUGHLIN GROUP is an unscripted forum featuring some of the greatest political analysts in the nation. SCIENCE & NATURENATURELove in the Animal Kingdom Wed., Nov. 25, 8:00 pm Encore Animals dance, sing, flirt and compete with everything they've got to find and secure a mate. For many, the all-important bonds they share as a couple are what enable the next generation to survive. Can we call these bonds love? In this delightful, provocative look at the love life of animals, watch the feminine wiles of a young gorilla, the search for Mr. Right among a thousand flamingos, the open "marriages" of blue-footed boobies, the soap opera arrangements of gibbons and all the subtle, outrageous, romantic antics that go into finding a partner. NOVA Inside Einstein’s Mind Wed., Nov. 25, 9:00 pm New Retrace Einstein’s thought experiments as NOVA reveals the simple but powerful ideas that reshaped our understanding of gravity, illuminating the theory of general relativity – and Einstein’s brilliance – as never before. NOVA Einstein’s Big Idea Wed., Nov. 25, 10:00 pm Encore See a dramatization of the remarkable story behind Albert Einstein’s famous equation, E=mc2. Einstein grappled with the implications of his revolutionary special theory of relativity and came to the startling conclusion that mass and energy are one. HISTORYAMERICAN EXPERIENCEPilgrims Tues., Nov. 24, 8:00 pm New Discover the brutal truths behind the Pilgrims’ arrival in the New World and the myths of Thanksgiving. Director Ric Burns explores the history of our nation’s beginnings in this epic tale of converging forces. SECRETS OF THE DEAD Jamestown’s Dark Winter Tues., Nov. 24, 10:00 pm New Follow forensic anthropologists as they excavate the early American colony and uncover its secrets. What do newly discovered bones reveal about what really happened during the winter of 1609? Debt of Honor: Disabled Veterans in American History Tues., Nov. 24, 11:00 pm Encore Take an unflinching look at the reality of warfare and disability in this history of disabled veterans, featuring moving interviews with some of our country’s prominent disabled veterans, including Representative Tammy Duckworth of Illinois, former Georgia Senator Max Cleland and former Commander of Fort Belvoir, Gregory Gadson. DIYWOODSMITH SHOPSmooth Curves, Slot-Cutters & Painting Hardware Sat., Nov. 28, 2:00 pm New Host Don Peschke, founding editor of Woodsmith Magazine, leads a cast of editors as they explore a wide range of tips, tools, jigs and fixtures, techniques and projects. The cast members are both experienced woodworkers and editors of Woodsmith Magazine, and eagerly share their expertise in the techniques segments, along with helpful opinions in the roundtable discussions. Smooth Curves, Slot-Cutters & Painting Hardware The editors of Woodsmith magazine discuss how to choose and get the most out of a hand-held router and a slot-cutting bit. ASK THIS OLD HOUSE Sat., Nov. 28, 2:30 pm New See Tom’s DIY project to conserve water that costs only $40. Plus: how to avoid holiday disposal disasters. THIS OLD HOUSE Antiques for an Antique House Sat., Nov. 28, 3:00 pm New Framing begins on the front porch. HVAC expert Brian Palen solves the puzzle of snaking ductwork through a house designed in the age of coal. Kevin heads to Brimfield, the world’s largest outdoor antique show, where Katherine searches for furnishings. MARTHA BAKES Extraordinary Fruits Sat., Nov. 28, 4:00 pm New Some of Martha Stewart’s favorite desserts have something in common: fruit. Learn step-by-step how to make a soufflé with intensely fragrant passion fruit, raspberry-rhubarb cobbler and other fruity delights. COOK’S COUNTRY FROM AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN Chinese Comes Home Sat., Nov. 28, 4:30 pm New Test cook Bridget Lancaster revives a classic recipe for chicken chow mein. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top picks for slow cookers. Finally, test cook Julia Collin Davison shows host Christopher Kimball how to make the ultimate slow-cooker Chinese BBQ pork. JACQUES PEPIN: HEART & SOUL All in the Family Sat., Nov. 28, 5:00 pm New Jacques Pépin presents his final series, featuring demonstrations of his impeccable technique along with candid interaction with family and friends. All in the Family Making memories with family is at the heart of Jacques’ kitchen, and daughter Claudine joins him at the stove to cook the classic recipes from his mother’s restaurant. Parisian potage, a simple soup with flavors of yesteryear, reminds Jacques of his beloved Lyon in France. The father-daughter duo continue with poulet à la crème paired with a perfectly pureed side of rice soubise. SIMPLY MING Michael Schlow Sat., Nov. 28, 5:30 pm New SIMPLY MING returns for another season of mouth-watering recipes, celebrity appearances and culinary road trips. Each episode kicks off with a technique demonstration, followed by two dishes – one prepared by a nationally renowned guest chef and one by host Ming Tsai. This season focuses on comfort food – from childhood classics to melting-pot dishes from around the world. Michael Schlow Pasta is a worldwide staple, adaptable to the cuisine of almost any country. Chef Michael Schlow, owner of Tico in Boston and DC, makes the quintessentially Roman spaghetti amatriciana, while Ming creates a savory black bean pork chow mein. |