PROGRAM LISTINGS May 29 – June 4, 2016Arts, Drama, CultureThe National Memorial Day ConcertSun., May 29, 7:00 pm, encore at 8:30 pm New Join co-hosts Gary Sinise and Joe Mantegna for the 27th broadcast of this night of remembrance honoring the service and sacrifice of our men and women in uniform, their families at home and all those who have given their lives for our country. The all-star line-up includes: General Colin L. Powell, USA (Ret.); opera superstar Renée Fleming; iconic music legends The Beach Boys; country music singer Trace Adkins; actress S. Epatha Merkerson, actor Esai Morales and vocalist Alfie Boe, and the National Symphony Orchestra under the direction of top pops conductor Jack Everly. AMERICAN MASTERS The Highwaymen Sun., May 29, 10:00 pm Encore Discover the story behind the pioneering outlaw country music supergroup that featured Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash and Kris Kristofferson, told through vintage performances and new interviews about life on the road and in the studio. NA MELE Kaumakaiwa Lopaka Kanaka'ole & Kainani Kahaunaele Mon., May 30, 7:30 pm Encore NA MELE presents two stars of contemporary Hawaiian Music: Kainani Kahaunaele and Kaumakaiwa Lopaka Kanaka'ole. Hawaiian language instructor Kahaunaele's powerful voice and original compositions have served as a focal point for her research into haku mele. Kanaka'ole, the heir to a family musical legacy, combines traditional Hawaiian instruments and songs to create energy- filled productions that expand the definition of Hawaiian music. ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Baton Rouge, LA, Part 3 of 3 Mon., May 30, 8:00 pm New Highlights from Baton Rouge include an early 19th-century Louisiana work table stored in a barn for decades, a collection of Confederate Civil War letters found in the wall of a Mississippi house and a Porfirio Salinas oil painting, ca. 1935, in its original frame. LONG STORY SHORT WITH LESLIE WILCOX Larry Lindsey Kimura Tues., May 31, 7:30 pm New Larry Lindsey Kimura of Hawaii Island was just a child when he began to sense that the Hawaiian language his grandmother spoke fluently was on the verge of extinction. Ever since, he has committed his life to the preservation and perpetuation of the language, as a teacher and developer of innovative programs, including Punana Leo, the Hawaiian language preschools. This program will be rebroadcast on Wednesday, June 1 at 11:00 pm and Sunday, June 5 at 4:00 pm. GENEALOGY ROADSHOW Houston Tues., May 31, 8:00 pm New Follow a diverse cast of participants on an emotional journey who use history and science to uncover their fascinating family stories. Each individual’s past is a link to a larger community history, revealing the rich cultural tapestry of America. Houston Investigate a re-enactor's Texas roots; learn about Andersonville prison; find out if a black man's ancestors fought for the Confederacy; and uncover one woman's link to a prominent Texas figure and another's connection to the Cherokee Freedman. A CHEF'S LIFE Don't Tom Thumb Your Nose at Me! Part 2 Wed., June 1, 7:30 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. Don't Tom Thumb Your Nose at Me! Part 2 The excitement of the night before turns into heightened emotion and real nerves for Vivian as she faces one challenge after another in the prep kitchen before the SFA luncheon. Wondering at the sanity of this undertaking, she’s glad to have Chef Jason Vincent to lend some street cred to the whole endeavor. PBS HAWAII PRESENTS The Quietest Place on Earth Thurs., June 2, 9:00 pm Encore On the island of Maui, Haleakala rises 10,000 feet – nearly two miles – into the sky. The massive crater located at its summit carries the unique distinction of being "the quietest place on Earth." The exquisite stillness of its stark volcanic landscape inspires a variety of experiences ranging from spiritual to philosophical. Featured are musical artist Keola Beamer, poet W.S. Merwin, cultural specialist Clifford Nae'ole, paniolo Wilfred Souza and others. GLOBE TREKKER Tough Trains: Cuba's Sugar Railroads Thurs., June 2, 10:00 pm New Cuba was one of the first countries in the world to build a railway, back in 1837. At the time, Cuba was the world's largest sugar producer, and its early railways were designed not with passengers in mind, but to transport sugarcane to the mills, and refined sugar to the ports. Trekker Ian Wright goes on an eye-opening and hair-raising train journey across this Caribbean island. WELL READ Sam Quinones: Dreamland Thurs., June 2, 11:00 pm New Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Hector Tobar fills in as guest host to interview best-selling author and fellow former LA Times reporter, Sam Quinones, about the drug scourge running through our country. Favorite Love Songs Fri., June 3, 9:00 pm Encore Join actress Susan Lucci for this all-new special devoted to sentimental favorites of the 1960s, 70s and early 80s, including classic hits from Kenny Rogers, Olivia Newton-John, Chicago, Dionne Warwick, Bread and Elton John. Classical Rewind 2 Fri., June 3, 10:30 pm Encore Join actor/conductor David Ogden Stiers for a visual and aural feast of works by Mozart, Prokofiev, Copland, Dvorak, Bizet and many others. MOVEABLE FEAST WITH FINE COOKING Nashville, Tennessee Sat., June 4, 7:00 pm Encore 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. Nashville, Tennessee Host Pete Evans hits the road with Nashville food legends Matt Bolus and Trevor Moran. First stop is the Rocky Glade Farm in Eagleville where Pete learns about this local family farm and sources fresh produce for the night's feast. Then they head to Wedge Oak Farm in Lebanon to collect eggs, mushrooms and duck. The menu features: baby collards and Swiss chard salad with gribiche and grilled onions; grilled suckling pig stuffed with green onions and green garlic; fire-grilled vegetables with sorrel salsa verde and smoked farm eggs; wood- fired roasted duck with wild farm greens and beer yeast sauce, served with fried duck eggs; and chamomile ice cream for dessert. JOSEPH ROSENDO'S TRAVELSCOPE San Antonio's Fiesta - Olé! Sat., June 4, 7:30 pm Encore Joseph travels to San Antonio, Texas, for eleven days of parades, music, food, dance and celebration. With more than 100 events and three million people attending, Fiesta is San Antonio’s biggest party – honoring history, tradition and community. PACIFIC HEARTBEAT Dream Big: Nanakuli at The Fringe Sat., June 4, 8:00 pm New Feel the pulse of the Pacific – the stories of its people, cultures, languages, music and contemporary issues – in Season 5 of PACIFIC HEARTBEAT, the nationally distributed series from Pacific Islanders in Communications and PBS Hawaii. The five films in this season highlight struggles, values and victories that draw us together and make our Pacific cultures unique. Dream Big: Nanakuli at The Fringe This PBS Hawaii-produced documentary follows the students of Nanakuli High and Intermediate School Performing Arts Center on Oahu, who were given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel halfway across the globe to perform at The Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland. When a lack of funds threatens to keep students from going to Scotland, the Hawaii community rallies behind them. Off the Menu: Asian America Sat., June 4, 9:00 pm Encore Discover the wealth of stories, traditions and unexpected characters that nourish this nation of immigrants, and go into the kitchens, factories, temples and farms of Asian Pacific America to explore how the bond with food reflects community. Included is a visit to MAʻO Organic Farms in Waianae, Oahu. STANDING ON SACRED GROUND Islands of Sanctuary Sat., June 4, 10:00 pm Encore In Australia’s Northern Territory, Aboriginal clans maintain Indigenous Protected Areas and resist the destructive effects of a mining boom. In Hawaii, ecological and spiritual practices are used to restore the sacred island of Kahoolawe after 50 years of military use as a bombing range. AUSTIN CITY LIMITS James Taylor Sat., June 4, 11:00 pm Encore Renowned singer-songwriter James Taylor performs beloved classics and selections from his chart-topping new album Before This World, his first collection of original music in 13 years. Public AffairsTHE OPEN MINDSun., May 29, 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. TED TALKS War and Peace Mon., May 30, 9:00 pm New Join those who have experienced war, including fighters, journalists and psychologists, to learn how it affects everyone. Hear extraordinary, passionatetalks and performances from actor Adam Driver, journalist Sebastian Junger, author Samantha Nutt, scholar and advocate Jamila Raqib, musician Rufus Wainwright, and other vital voices. POV Of Men and War Mon., May 30, 10:00 pm New At a first-of-its-kind PTSD treatment center in California, follow Iraq and Afghanistan veterans and their families on their paths to recovery as they attempt to make peace with their pasts, their loved ones and themselves. FRONTLINE The Fantasy Sports Gamble Tues., May 31, 10:00 pm Encore In collaboration with The New York Times, FRONTLINE examines the world of fantasy sports and online sports betting. With law enforcement cracking down, the film traces the growth of these booming businesses and goes inside their operations at home and abroad. POINT TAKEN Tues., May 31, 11:00 pm New Hosted by Carlos Watson, an Emmy Award-winning journalist, this weekly late-night debate series champions spirited and civil conversation. Each half-hour program focuses on a single topic, and features journalists, artists, academics and experts who will passionately and persuasively explore all sides of a key issue. Questions for President Obama: A PBS NEWSHOUR SPECIAL Wed., June 1, 8:00 pm New PBS NEWSHOUR co-anchor and managing editor Gwen Ifill will sit down for an exclusive interview with President Obama in Elkhart, Indiana, followed by a town hall conversation with an audience of local residents. Topics covered will include the current election cycle, the economy, and America’s role in the world. HIKI NŌ Thurs., June 2, 7:30 pm Encore TOP STORY: Students from Ka Waihona o ka Naauao Public Charter School in Nanakuli on Oahu tell the story of Joseph Kekuku, the Native Hawaiian musician from Laie who discovered the Hawaiian Steel Guitar over 100 years ago. Legend has it that Kekuku accidentally dropped his comb on the strings of his guitar one day and liked what he heard. He then developed the sound and technique that became known as Hawaiian steel guitar. When he took that sound abroad, it caught on and was one of the reasons why Hawaiian music enjoyed world-wide popularity in the 1920s and 30s. The story includes interviews with Kekuku’s grandson Uncle Joe Ah Quin and grandnieces Aunty Kaiwa Meyer and Aunty Gladys Pualoa-Ahuna. ALSO FEATURED: Students from Kauai High School on the Garden Isle tell the story of a science-trained farmer who turned his love of the science of food into a thriving, family-run food truck. Students from Kapaa Middle School on Kauai show us how to turn old, discarded crayons into colorful abstract art. For a very different approach to art, we tap the HIKI NŌ archives to revisit a story from Iolani School on Oahu about a young conceptual artist/photographer. Students from Kainalu Elementary School in Windward Oahu show us the therapeutic value of miniature horses for special needs children. Students from Saint Francis School on Oahu introduce us to a teacher who is dedicated to bridging the communication gap between the deaf and hearing communities through American Sign Language. This program encores Saturday, June 4 at 12:00 pm and Sunday, June 5 at 3:00 pm. You can also view HIKI NŌ episodes on our website, www.pbshawaii.org/hikino. INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAII Protecting What’s Ours: Can We Save Our Threatened Ecosystems? Thurs., June 2, 8:00 pm New Home to 10,000 threatened species and 44 percent of the rare plants in the nation, the Hawaiian Islands are known as the endangered species capital of the world. What will it take to keep these threatened species from becoming extinct? INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAII explores the challenges to safeguard Hawaii’s fragile ecosystems. 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 during the broadcast. You may email us ahead of time to insights@pbshawaii.org, or include the #pbsinsights hashtag when posting on Twitter. WASHINGTON WEEK WITH GWEN IFILL Fri.,June 3, 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., June 3, 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., June 3, 8:30 pm New THE MCLAUGHLIN GROUP is an unscripted forum featuring some of the greatest political analysts in the nation. Science and NatureGENIUS BY STEPHEN HAWKINGWhat Are We? Wed., June 1, 9:00 pm New Renowned scientist Stephen Hawking presents three everyday people with a series of physical and mental challenges that show them how to think like a genius. Through large-scale experiments and demonstrations, Hawking decodes the mysteries of evolutionary biology, astrophysics and quantum mechanics, breaking down scientific concepts in ways that are more easily accessible. The program “furthers my lifelong aim to bring science to the public,” said Hawking. What Are We? See how self-assembling machines and light-up bacteria revolutionize three people’s view of life. GENIUS BY STEPHEN HAWKING Where Are We? Wed., June 1, 10:00 pm New Where Are We? The team is challenged with measuring the earth, the solar system and the universe to find humanity’s true place in the cosmos. HistorySECRETS OF THE DEADJamestown's Dark Winter Tues., May 31, 9:00 pm Encore 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? DIYTHE WOODWRIGHT'S SHOPGroovers & Shakers Sat., June 4, 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. Groovers & Shakers Discover the secrets inside Shaker drawers as Roy explores their dovetailed and grooved construction techniques. ASK THIS OLD HOUSE Sat., June 4, 2:30 pm New Tom and Kevin head to Montana to build a home gym for a wounded Navy Seal. THIS OLD HOUSE What's New is Old Again Sat., June 4, 3:00 pm New As work winds down, Kevin and Roger assess the exterior transformation. The guys walk through the house, noting the craftsmanship, systems and interior details. MARTHA BAKES Pizza Dough Sat., June 4, 4:00 pm New Martha Stewart demonstrates the techniques you’ll need to make pizzeria classics at home. Learn a recipe for make-ahead pizza dough and the all-important trick you’ll need for creating a crisp crust. Martha shares her expert tips for making a sausage and roasted red pepper calzone and a pizza made in a skillet, topped with wild mushrooms. AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN FROM COOK'S ILLUSTRATED Vegetarian Essentials Sat., June 4, 4:30 pm New Host Christopher Kimball goes into the test kitchen with test cook Julia Collin Davison to learn how to make black bean burgers at home. Then, test cook Becky Hays shows Chris how to make the fresh greens soup with lemon- tarragon cream. Finally, test cook Dan Souza reveals the secrets to making homemade vegetable broth. LIDIA'S KITCHEN Sweetest of Sweets Sat., June 4, 5:00 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. Sweetest of Sweets Lidia features a collection of Italian dolce, or sweets, including anise cookies, a mint granita and a light and heavenly angel cake with fresh berries. SARA'S WEEKNIGHT MEALS Family Choice Sat., June 4, 5:30 pm New Chef Sara Moulton returns with a fifth season of simple but delicious recipes for putting flavorful, healthy, home-cooked meals on the table with minimal fuss. Family Choice Sara has two kids of her own, so she's found ways to please finicky palates with food adults love too – like her easy mini-meatloaves that are baked in a muffin tin that kids love to make themselves. |