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A Samurai in the Vatican

Air Date: Wed, Nov 17, 2021 10:00 PM
In 1613, feudal lord Date Masamune sent a Japanese diplomatic mission to Europe to negotiate with the Pope and the King of Spain in hopes opening a new trade route. Led by samurai Hasekura Tsunenaga and Franciscan monk Luis Sotelo, the expedition spent seven years traveling one-third of the globe.
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The Xerox Murders

Air Date: Wed, Nov 17, 2021 5:00 AM
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On November 2, 1999, seven men lost their lives in the Xerox building on Nimitz Highway. Evelyn Balatico, mother of 33-year-old victim Jason Balatico, recounts the day of the deadliest mass shooting in Hawaiʻi history. Listen to the audio podcast now.
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The Battle Over Short-Term Rentals

Air Date: Thu, Nov 18, 2021 7:30 PM
Illegal short-term rentals have been a problem for years. As visitor numbers grew, more and more tourists were showing up in neighborhoods outside resort areas, prompting an outcry from residents. The city is in favor of a six-month minimum for rentals located in resort areas only with property taxed at higher rates. Some hail the new effort while others pan it.
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Young Animals Test Their Limits

Air Date: Wed, Nov 17, 2021 8:00 PM
Young animals face new challenges as winter envelopes the Rocky Mountains, and spring means the end of childhood. A grizzly mom prepares her cubs for hibernation, a mountain lion raises her kittens and a bison calf must learn to survive the snow.
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The Tallest Dwarf/ INDEPENDENT LENS

Air Date: Mon, Apr 6, 2026 9:00 PM

A filmmaker explores dwarfism, identity, and belonging in family and community.

MASTERPIECE The Count of Monte Cristo Episode Three: “The Treasure” Sunday, April 5, 2026 at 10/9c on PBS Edmond, having escaped from the Castle d’If, arrives in Marseille only to learn that Mercedes has gotten married and left the city. While there, he meets Jacopo, an Italian smuggler on the run, and the two escape to Italy. With the use of his new friend’s ship, Edmond sails to Monte Cristo to seek the rumored treasure, transform himself into the Count, and plot his revenge. Shown: Edmond Dantès (Sam Claflin) For editorial use only. Photographer: Paolo Modugno Courtesy of Palomar and MASTERPIECE.

The Count of Monte Cristo on Masterpiece

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The Count of Monte Cristo on Masterpiece

Air Date: Sun, Apr 5, 2026 9:00 PM

After escaping prison, Edmond faces devastating news and turns toward revenge.

MASTERPIECE The Forsytes Episode Three Sunday, April 5 at 9/8c on PBS Jo hopes to fulfill newfound obligations while James’s attempts to sabotage him intensify. June seeks solace with Philip. Soames promises Irene a move to Paris and support for her dancing. Shown L-R: Jolyon Jr (Danny Griffin), Frances (Tuppence Middleton), Jolyon Sr (Stephen Moyer) For editorial use only. Photographer: Sean Gleason Courtesy of Mammoth Screen & MASTERPIECE

The Forsytes on Masterpiece

Part 3 of 6
The Forsytes on Masterpiece

Air Date: Sun, Apr 5, 2026 8:00 PM

Jo faces James’s sabotage as Soames promises a Parisian future to Irene.

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Call The Midwife

Season 15, Part 3 of 8
Call the Midwife

Air Date: Sun, Apr 5, 2026 7:00 PM

Rosalind faces a troubling domestic issue as Joyce befriends a single mother with placenta previa.

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Now Here This: Albéniz: Portraits of Spain

Air Date: Sat, Apr 4, 2026 10:00 PM
Discover the inspirations Spain provided composer Isaac Albéniz with host Scott Yoo along with musicians from Albéniz’s birthplace in the Pyrenees mountains as well as Sevilla, Mallorca and more.
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THE CREATION ROSE

THE CREATION ROSE

Air Date: Sat, Apr 4, 2026 9:00 PM

The hour-long documentary THE CREATION ROSE explores the design, construction and cultural impact of Washington National Cathedral’s “third great eye” – the nearly 30-foot diameter stained-glass West Rose window.

RICK STEVES BEST OF PARIS

RICK STEVES BEST OF PARIS

Air Date: Sat, Apr 4, 2026 8:00 PM

Join travel guru Rick Steves as he cruises the Seine, marvels at the stained-glass glory of Sainte-Chapelle, and takes a vibrant tour through Paris.

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