April 5 – April 11, 2015
| Aloha mai kakou from Leslie Wilcox, President and CEO…
Hawaii approved the use of marijuana for medical treatment 15 years ago. Since then, we’ve watched other states set up marijuana dispensaries – and in some cases, they’ve decriminalized marijuana. Local advocates are pressing for a statewide dispensary system; others, including law enforcement, worry that distribution centers will lead to abuses of the system. When Will Hawaii’s Patients Be Able to Buy Medical Marijuana? Mahealani Richardson moderates a talk with representatives from advocacy groups, a drug policy organization and the State Attorney General’s office on INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAII (Thurs., April 9, 8:00 pm). INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAII is a live public affairs show that is also live streamed on Two things become clear on CALL THE MIDWIFE Season 4, Part 2 of 8 (Sun., April 5, 7:00 pm). New nurse Phyllis Crane (pictured) is not going to fit in easily, and Sister Julienne and a prospective benefactor knew each other many years ago. Then on MASTERPIECE CLASSIC Mr. Selfridge, Season 3 (Sun., April 5, 8:00 pm), Harry attends a fateful auction. Also on Part 2 of 8, Henri has a flashback, and Edwards’ new book instigates a crisis for Kitty. For history buffs fascinated by Henry VIII, it’s your week: –A new addition to the MASTERPIECE roster will air over the next six Sundays. WOLF HALL ON MASTERPIECE (Sun., April 5, 9:00 pm) stars Mark Rylance as Thomas Cromwell (pictured) and Damian Lewis as King Henry VIII. This adaptation of Hilary Mantel’s novels charts Thomas’ rise in the Tudor court. On Part 1 of 6, Thomas attempts to restore Cardinal Wolsey’s power, after Wolsey fails
INDEPENDENT LENS (Mon., April 6, 10:00 pm) looks into an East Texas community terrorized from the inside out. In January 2010, a series of churches was set ablaze. Little Hope Was Arson focuses on the aftermath, including the largest-ever manhunt in the region. Get a rare look at more risky pre-natal surgeries on TWICE BORN – STORIES FROM THE SPECIAL DELIVERY UNIT (Tues., April 7, 8:00 pm). On Part 2 of 3, doctors remove the remainder of newborn Lilly’s tumor. Yemen’s president has been ousted, while Saudi Arabia leads a coalition of regional forces against an anti-American rebel movement called the Houthis. With The Fight for Yemen underway, FRONTLINE (Tues., April 7, 10:00 pm) brings this special report from inside the war zone. Bird nests come in all shapes and sizes, crafted from natural and man-made materials. Take a look at these diverse nesting grounds on NATURE Animal Homes: The Nest (Wed., April 8, 8:00 pm), where birds protect their eggs and raise their young. GLOBE TREKKER (Thurs., April 9, 10:00 pm) travels to Mumbai. Host Zay Harding (pictured with kids on Juhu Beach) checks in to the luxurious Taj Palace Hotel, tours the seaside fort of Murud Janjira, shops in the Chor Bazaar and takes in the fish market at Sassoon Docks. From opera to cabaret to gospel, LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER (Fri., April 10, 9:00 pm) crosses stylistic boundaries on Norm Lewis: Who Am I? Lewis is best known for his work on stage in Phantom of the Opera and on the small screen in Scandal. Musicians from the jazz world and other genres gather at the United Nations for the first International Jazz Day (Fri., April 10, 10:00 pm). Performers include: Terence Blanchard and Joe Lovano (pictured), Tony Bennett, Sheila E., Herbie Hancock, Chaka Khan, Lang Lang, Esperanza Spalding and Stevie Wonder. Learn how to create a Potato Pizza with Chef Lidia Bastianich on LIDIA’S KITCHEN (Sat., April 11, 5:30 pm). The dough is made from potatoes, topped with mozzarella, tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, oregano and Grana Padano cheese. From their chart-topping ’90s single, “Iris,” to other favorites including “Slide,” “Broadway” and “Let Love In,” rock out to Goo Goo Dolls on FRONT AND CENTER (Sat., April 11, 10:00 pm). For more program listings by genre, click here. Mahalo for supporting Hawaii’s sole member of the trusted Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). We’re a locally owned and operated private nonprofit organization. To fulfill our mission of education, we share stories that profoundly touch lives. We bring the world to Hawaii and Hawaii to the world.
A hui hou kakou — until next time, Leslie Leslie Wilcox Ph. 808.372.6055 Like us on Facebook at http://facebook.com/PBSHawaii Follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/PBSHawaii
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