PROGRAM LISTINGS Feb. 14 – 20, 2016Children’s ProgrammingREADY JET GO!Weekdays at 6:30 am beginning Mon., Feb 15 New READY JET GO! is a new PBS KIDS earth science and astronomy series for children ages 3-8. The program takes viewers on a journey into outer space, building on children’s curiosity about science, technology and astronomy. The series follows two neighborhood kids: Sean, who has an all-consuming desire for science facts, and Sydney, who has a passion for science fiction and imagination. They befriend the new kid on their street, Jet Propulsion, whose family members happen to be aliens from the planet Bortron 7. Together, they explore the solar system and the effects it has on the science of our planet, while learning about friendship and teamwork along the way. Arts, Drama, CultureMASTERPIECE CLASSICDownton Abbey, Season 6, Part 6 of 9 Sun., Feb. 14, 7:00 pm Encore The highest-rated drama in PBS history, this Emmy and Golden Globe award-winning hit drama’s sixth and final season features intimately interlaced stories centered on an English country estate. Part 6 of 9 The hospital war reaches a climax. Violet goes on the warpath. Daisy tries to foil a romance. Prospects are looking up for Mary and Edith. Thomas feels trapped. MASTERPIECE CLASSIC Downton Abbey, Season 6, Part 7 of 9 Sun., Feb. 14, 8:00 pm New The highest-rated drama in PBS history, this Emmy and Golden Globe award-winning hit drama’s sixth and final season features intimately interlaced stories centered on an English country estate. Part 7 of 9 A car race gives Mary flashbacks. Mrs. Patmore opens for business. Mrs. Hughes tricks Carson. Things get serious for Edith. Robert gets a surprise gift. MERCY STREET The Dead Room Sun., Feb. 14, 9:00 pm Thurs., Feb. 18, 10:00 pm New Based on real events, MERCY STREET takes viewers beyond the battlefield and into the lives of a distinctive cast of characters – doctors, nurses, contraband laborers and Southern loyalists – set in the chaotic world of Union-occupied Alexandria, Virginia, and the Mansion House Hospital in the early years of the Civil War. The Dead Room The unexpected visit of a hospital inspector throws the staff into disarray. IN THEIR OWN WORDS Jim Henson Sun., Feb. 14, 10:00 pm Fri., Feb. 19, 11:00 pm Encore This biographical profile uses Jim Henson’s most memorable quotes to frame his life story. Follow Henson’s career, from his early television work with the Muppets in the 1950s to his commercial work, his breakthroughs with Sesame Street and The Muppet Show, his fantasy films of the 1980s to his sudden death in 1990. Hawaiian Airlines Presents: Na Mele at Halekulani’s House Without a Key Mon., Feb. 15, 7:30 pm Encore NA MELE goes on location to document a traditional, cherished Hawaiian experience. Halekulani has a special place in the hearts of Hawaii's people and everyone who has spent time there. PBS Hawaii captures a late afternoon at the hotel's House Without a Key with hula dancers Kanoe Miller and Debbie Nakanelua-Richards, and the musical trio Pa‘ahana (Pakala Fernandes, Kaipo Kukahiko and Douglas Po‘oloa Tolentino). ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Charleston, SC, Part 1 of 3 Mon., Feb. 15, 8:00 pm New The Roadshow visits Charleston, SC and learns about a Babe Ruth archive; highlights from the Roadshow floor include a Japanese iron and gold vase from around 1890 and a walnut cellarette. ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Atlanta, GA, Part 2 of 3 Mon., Feb. 15, 9:00 pm Encore Highlights from the Roadshow floor include a circa 1939 edition of Gone With The Wind, signed by the author and the cast of the film; an 1875 Persian turquoise and diamond Victorian bracelet; and a circa 1930 painting by legendary Philadelphia impressionist Mary Elizabeth Price, valued at $40,000 - $60,000. INDEPENDENT LENS The Powerbroker: Whitney Young’s Fight for Civil Rights Mon., Feb. 15, 10:00 pm Encore Whitney M. Young Jr. was one of the most celebrated and controversial leaders of the civil rights era. This film follows his journey from segregated Kentucky to head of the National Urban League. Unique among black leaders, Young took the fight directly to the powerful white elite, gaining allies in business and government, including three presidents. He had the difficult tasks of calming the fears of white allies, relieving the doubts of fellow civil rights leaders and responding to attacks from the militant Black Power movement. AMERICAN MASTERS B.B. King Mon., Feb. 15, 11:00 pm Encore Explore B.B. King’s challenging life and career through candid interviews with the King of the Blues, filmed shortly before his death in May 2015. Fellow music stars including Bono, Bonnie Raitt, Carlos Santana, Eric Clapton, John Mayer and Ringo Starr, pay tribute to King’s legend. LONG STORY SHORT WITH LESLIE WILCOX Sarah Richards Tues., Feb. 16, 7:30 pm New Sarah Richards was the President of Hawaii Theatre Center for nearly 25 years and retired in June 2014. She spearheaded the Hawaii Theatre’s restoration, and the $32 million fundraising campaign for the project. Born and raised in Indiana, Sarah always had a love for the arts, which she brought with her to Hawaii. This program will be rebroadcast on Wednesday, Feb. 17 at 11:00 pm and Sunday, Feb. 21 at 4:00 pm. FINDING YOUR ROOTS Family Reunions Tues., Feb. 16, 8:00 pm New Join Harvard scholar Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr., as he delves into the genealogy of 27 guests. Each story illuminates the vast patchwork of ethnicity, race and experience that makes up the fabric of America. Family Reunions Uncover family mysteries about two legends of hip hop, Sean Combs and LL Cool J, through the use of DNA technology that reveals information that shakes their very foundations. INDEPENDENT LENS The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution Tues., Feb. 16, 9:00 pm Sat., Feb. 20, 8:00 pm New This is the first feature-length documentary to explore the Black Panther Party, its significance to the broader American culture, its cultural and political awakening for black people and the painful lessons wrought when a movement derails. Master documentarian Stanley Nelson goes straight to the source, weaving rare archival footage with the voices of the people who were there: police, FBI informants, journalists, white supporters and detractors, and Black Panthers who remained loyal to the party and those who left it. Featuring Kathleen Cleaver, Jamal Joseph, and dozens of others, the film is a vibrant chronicle of this pivotal movement that gave rise to a new revolutionary culture in America. David Bowie: Five Years Tues., Feb. 16, 11:00 pm Encore Trace five pivotal years in the late pop icon’s career: 1971 and the creation of Ziggy Stardust; 1975 with Young Americans and the Thin White Duke persona; 1977 and the release of Low and Heroes; 1980 with “Ashes to Ashes;” and 1983 with the huge commercial success of Let’s Dance. A CHEF’S LIFE Gettin’ Figgy with It Wed., Feb. 17, 7:30 pm and 11:30 pm Encore 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. Gettin’ Figgy with It Vivian is under the gun to pen an entire book chapter on figs in three days. The stress inspires a fig and honey bourbon slushie tasting and a fig preserves session. PBS HAWAII PRESENTS Canefield Songs: Holehole Bushi Thurs., Feb. 18, 9:00 pm Encore In this film, Professor of Anthropology Christine Yano explains, “If we want to know something of what some of these women’s lives were like…we could do no better than to listen to their own words, as expressed through song.” The women that Professor Yano is referring to are Japanese immigrants who worked in Hawaii’s sugarcane fields in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Through their canefield songs, or holehole bushi, these women sang about their joys and sorrows of trying to start life in a new world. Hosted and narrated by ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro, the film tells the story of music teacher Harry Urata, and his efforts to record, preserve and perpetuate these musical oral histories. Our American Family: The Furutas Thurs., Feb. 18, 9:30 pm Encore Through hard work, the Furutas, a Japanese American family in Wintersburg, CA established a successful goldfish farm, only to have their business devastated and family separated in the wake of WWII. Following years in an Arizona relocation camp, their indomitable spirit prevails as they return home and band together to pursue the American dream a second time. WELL READ Sarah Vowell: Lafayette in the Somewhat United States Thurs., Feb. 18, 11:00 pm New Best-selling author Sarah Vowell discusses her unconventional account of George Washington’s trusted officer and friend, that swashbuckling teenage French aristocrat the Marquis de Lafayette. AMERICAN MASTERS Carole King Fri., Feb. 19, 9:00 pm New Delve into the hit singer-songwriter’s life and career from 1960s New York to the music mecca of 1970s LA to the present. King joins collaborators and family in new interviews, while rare home movies, performances and photos complete the tapestry. This year also marks the 45th anniversary of King’s landmark album Tapestry, which spawned the hits “It’s Too Late,” “I Feel the Earth Move,” “You’ve Got a Friend” and “So Far Away.” Bluegrass Underground Special Fri., Feb. 19, 10:00 pm New Taped 333-feet below ground within Tennessee's extraordinary Cumberland Caverns, this music special showcases well-established and emerging artists within the broad spectrum of Bluegrass, Jam Band, Roots-Rock, Neo-Folk and Americana genres. Featured artists include Andrew Bird, Vince Gill, Jason Isbell, Widespread Panic, Lucinda Williams, Lee Ann Womack and others. MOVEABLE FEAST WITH FINE COOKING Maui, Hawaii Sat., Feb. 20, 7:00 pm New This series combines flavorful ingredients, top chefs and beautiful locations for the ultimate dining experience. In the third season of the Emmy-nominated series, Australian Chef Pete Evans goes coast-to-coast, and across the sea, traveling to Nashville, Louisville, Miami, San Antonio, Hawaii and other US locations to meet the best chefs in each area and cook a delicious meal that incorporates local and seasonal ingredients. Maui, Hawaii Pete explores, cooks and dines with two of the island’s excellent chefs, 2014 Maui Chef of the Year Isaac Bancaco, and founder of the mobile kitchen Maui Fresh Streatery Kyle Kawakami. The adventure starts with some off–shore fishing. Back on shore the team prepares a modern take on a traditional Maui feast at the spectacular Noho‘ana Farm known for its taro and poi. Burt Wolf: Travels & Traditions What’s Cooking in Rome? Sat., Feb. 20, 7:30 pm New Burt visits the Coliseum and discovers that it had a roof that could be pulled into place during bad weather - 2,000 years before the Houston Astrodome. We find out why the Pantheon was never broken down for its marble, and take a tour of the Vatican, St. Peters and the Sistine Chapel. Alice’s Restaurant 50th Anniversary Concert Sat., Feb. 20, 10:00 pm New Arlo Guthrie, son of legendary musician Woody Guthrie, reveals the events behind the writing of "Alice's Restaurant" – his 18-minute musical monologue that spawned a platinum-selling record and a full-length motion picture. In this concert, Arlo performs the song and others from his career, along with anecdotal stories. AUSTIN CITY LIMITS Tedeschi Trucks Band Sat., Feb. 20, 11:00 pm New The Grammy Award-winning group featuring Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks and an ensemble of musicians showcases their latest record, Let Me Get By. Public Affairs THE OPEN MIND Sun., Feb. 14, 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 Focus on Generation Z Thurs., Feb. 18, 7:30 pm New This special edition of HIKI NŌ highlights some of the best stories from the winter quarter of the 2015-16 school year. Besides being excellent stories, the features in this compilation were also selected for how they reflect the values of Generation Z: people born in 1995 or later. HIKI NŌ students, currently middle and high schoolers, are part of Generation Z. National surveys show that, in general, Gen Z-ers are tech-savvy entrepreneurs who are very aware of the world’s problems and are looking for practical ways to solve them. They are empathetic to others, socially conscious, tend not be gender or age biased and share an affinity with senior citizens. The stories featured in this compilation, along with the Gen Z trends they reflect, are: “A Home for Larenzo” (Waianae Intermediate School – Oahu) A student leader at the Waianae Boys and Girls Club is found to be homeless. Gen Z trend: They are growing up in a post 9/11 world during a recession, with 1 in 4 American children living in poverty. “Science Teacher” (Sacred Hearts Academy – Oahu) A female science teacher at an all-girls school receives national recognition from President Obama. Gen Z trend: Traditional gender roles are being challenged. “Ukulele Hale” (Mid-Pacific – Oahu) An ukulele virtuoso decides to open his own music school rather than be employed by someone else’s school. Gen Z trend: Entrepreneurship is in their DNA. “Dog Wheelchair” (Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School – Kauai) An 8th grade girl uses an engineering app to design and build a wheelchair for her disabled dog. Gen Z trend: They use technology to solve problems. “Deaf Cheerleader” (Maui High School – Maui) A deaf high school student is determined to do everything her hearing peers can do, including being part of the Junior Varsity cheerleading squad. Gen Z trend: They are empathetic and accepting of differences. “Joe Young” (Kapaa Middle School – Kauai) A retired police officer beats prostate cancer without surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy. His cure: leading a happy life. Gen Z trend: They have a great affinity and respect for elders. “Iloreta Brothers” (Kapaa High School – Kauai) A young man with Cerebral Palsy and his brother participate in long distance runs to promote their social awareness campaign called “I Am My Ability, I Am Not My Disability.” Gen Z trend: They exhibit social entrepreneurship. This edition of HIKI NŌ is hosted by HIKI NŌ alumna, University of Hawaii at Manoa Communications/Political Science major, and Gen Z-er Shisa Kahaunaele. This program encores Saturday, Feb. 20 at 12:30 pm and Sunday, Feb. 21 at 3:00 pm. You can also view HIKI NŌ episodes on our website, www.pbshawaii.org/hikino. INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAII Life as a Muslim in Hawaii Thurs., Feb. 18, 8:00 pm New What is life in Hawaii like for nearly 5,000 Muslims? They come from 42 different countries and are of different races and cultures. Some of these Muslim faithful are American-born citizens. This discussion explores the advantages and challenges of life in Hawaii as they practice their faith. INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAII is a live public affairs show that is also streamed live on PBSHawaii.org. Your questions and comments are welcome via phone, email, or Twitter. You may also email your questions ahead of time to insights@pbshawaii.org or post them to our Facebook page www.facebook.com/PBSHawaii. WASHINGTON WEEK WITH GWEN IFILL Fri., Feb. 19, 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., Feb. 19, 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., Feb. 19, 8:30 pm New THE MCLAUGHLIN GROUP is an unscripted forum featuring some of the greatest political analysts in the nation. Science and NatureNATURERaising the Dinosaur Giant Wed., Feb. 17, 8:00 pm New Have scientists discovered the biggest animal to have ever walked the planet? Deep in a South American desert, a giant is being awakened after 101 million years of sleep. Paleontologists have discovered a giant femur – the largest dinosaur bone that has ever been unearthed. Another 200 bones from the same species have also been discovered. Sir David Attenborough guides us through the remarkable journey of waking the giant as it happens – connecting the dots, translating the paleo jargon and explaining the revelations using living examples, other dinosaur discoveries and CGI visuals. NOVA Iceman Reborn Wed., Feb. 17, 9:00 pm New Murdered more than 5,000 years ago, Otzi the Iceman is the oldest human mummy on Earth. Now, newly discovered evidence sheds light not only on this mysterious ancient man, but on the dawn of civilization in Europe. NOVA Ice Age Death Trap Wed., Feb. 17, 10:00 pm Encore Racing against developers in the Rockies, archaeologists uncover a unique site packed with astonishingly preserved bones of mammoths, mastodons and other giant extinct beasts, opening a window on the vanished world of the Ice Age. DIYROUGH CUT: WOODWORKING WITH TOMMY MACMaster Showcase with Paul Schurch Sat., Feb. 20, 2:00 pm New Hosted by carpenter, craftsman and educator Tommy MacDonald, the sixth season of this series offers woodworking enthusiasts the confidence to fulfill their furniture-making dreams. With help from his friends Al, Eli and Steve and special guests, Tommy creates bold and inspiring woodworking designs. Tommy also travels to historic landmarks around the country for inspiration. Master Showcase with Paul Schurch Tommy travels to sunny Santa Barbara, California to catch up with master marquetry man Paul Schurch of Schurch Woodwork. Together Tommy and Paul create a maple and mahogany table with some amazing marquetry inlaid on top. ASK THIS OLD HOUSE Sat., Feb. 20, 2:30 pm New Tom completes a closet by adding a coat rack, shelving and a new door. Scott replaces a wobbly sconce at a home that was once a church. THIS OLD HOUSE The Final Countdown Sat., Feb. 20, 3:00 pm New The kitchen counters are installed. Tommy builds a columned divider between the eating area and mudroom. Richard points out the mechanical improvements in the basement. MARTHA BAKES Bar Cookies Sat., Feb. 20, 4:00 pm Encore Bar cookies are one-pan wonders, delicious and simple to make. Join Martha as she prepares four different kinds: peanut butter and jelly bars inspired by the favorite childhood combo; a rich and decadent brownie with a surprise ingredient; pecan bars with a sticky toffee-like topping; and a healthy fruit and nut energy bar. AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN FROM COOK’S ILLUSTRATED Chocolate-Caramel Layer Cake Sat., Feb. 20, 4:30 pm New Test cook Bridget Lancaster shows host Christopher Kimball how to make the perfect chocolate-caramel layer cake. Then, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews ice cream scoops. Finally, gadget guru Lisa McManus uncovers the best large ice cream makers and thermometers. JACQUES PEPIN: HEART & SOUL Julia Remembered Sat., Feb. 20, 5:00 pm New Jacques Pépin presents his final series, featuring demonstrations of his impeccable technique along with candid exchanges between Jacques and his family and friends. Julia Remembered Jacques takes a stroll down memory lane as he lovingly prepares dishes once enjoyed with his dear cooking companion Julia Child. Jacques’ retrospective menu begins with a shucking lesson, the first step towards an oyster chowder with potatoes, spinach and corn. Jacques then recreates Julia’s classic South of France eggplant-tomato gratin, a dish with layers of rustic flavors. SIMPLY MING Jody Adams Sat., Feb. 20, 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. Jody Adams This episode is all about homemade soups, and to stir up some deliciousness, Ming is joined by his old friend Jody Adams. A James Beard award-winning chef, Jody makes a flavorful green pea and artichoke soup with two kinds of pesto, while Ming serves up a real hot and sour soup. |