Aloha mai kakou from Leslie Wilcox, President and CEO... 
This time on
LONG STORY SHORT
(Tues., Nov. 17, 7:30 pm), the conversation
takes place in an upland valley where my guest grew up and still calls home.
Nainoa Thompson is from the ahupuaa o Niu, now known as Niu Valley,
in East Honolulu. His parents, Pinky and Laura, didn't like to venture far
from land, but they raised a waterman and master navigator, leading the
Polynesian voyaging canoe Hokule'a around the world. In this program, Nainoa
talks about the teaching power of fear, and his focus on the global voyage
of the Polynesian canoe Hokule'a. Crew members are traveling across distant
oceans and to far-flung ports of call, raising awareness of taking care of
our earth.
Mālama, which means to care for, protect and maintain, is the
Hawaiian value that is the theme of this week’s
HIKI NŌ
(Thurs., Nov. 19, 7:30 pm). The top story comes from the students at Aliamanu
Middle School on Oahu, who report on a community of volunteers who mālama the
Hawaiian Monk Seal in a program overseen by the National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Also featured in this HIKI NŌ edition are student-created stories from the following schools: Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School and Kauai High School (Kauai); Kamehameha Schools Maui Middle, Maui High School and Seabury Hall Upper School (Maui); Punahou School and Waianae Intermediate School (Oahu). We're pleased to have students from one of the most remote schools in Hawaii, Hana K-12 School in Hana, Maui, host this episode. Their teacher, Ramona Moeai, devotes tremendous energy to connecting her students to opportunities in the outside world. 
A decade after Hawaii's high-profile War on Ice, crystal methamphetamine remains
Hawaii's No. 1 illegal drug threat. While prescription painkillers, heroin and
other drugs are rising in use, officials say crystal meth is still linked to
the most drug-trafficking crimes and the most drug-related deaths.
INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAII
(Thurs., Nov. 19, 8:00 pm) asks: What Needs to be Done to Reduce Drug Abuse
in Hawaii?
You as a viewer are invited to be a part of this program, by phoning in, emailing, or tweeting questions and comments during the hour of INSIGHTS discussion. The TV program is also streamed live at http://www.PBSHawaii.org and remains available online. 
CRAFT IN AMERICA Music
(Sat., Nov. 21, 8:00 pm) pays a visit to famed ukulele makers Kamaka Hawaii
in Kakaako, Oahu, and features ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro, as well as
the makers and musicians of other finely crafted handmade musical instruments –
guitar, trumpet, banjo and timpani. Pictured left to right: Chris Kamaka Sr.,
Jake Shimabukuro and Chris Kamaka Jr.
Here are more highlights in the week ahead on PBS Hawaii: 
See which of three finalists will emerge as Britain's best amateur baker. It
comes down to the ultimate showpiece in a baker’s repertoire: a three-tiered
wedding cake in The Final of THE GREAT BRITISH BAKING SHOW
(Sun., Nov. 15, 1:00 pm).
INDEPENDENT LENS India’s Daughter (Mon., Nov. 16, 10:00 pm) presents the harrowing story of rape and murder of a 23-year-old female medical student in Delhi that sparked an international movement for change. The film made international news after it was banned in India. 
William Morgan was an American who rose to power in Cuba during the revolution.
AMERICAN EXPERIENCE American Comandante (Tues., Nov. 17, 9:00 pm)
recounts his tale, including his encounters with Fidel Castro, Che Guevara and
J. Edgar Hoover.
FRONTLINE ISIS in Afghanistan (Tues., Nov. 17, 10:00 pm) is a special report on the degree to which the self-proclaimed Islamic State is gaining a foothold in the country, and reveals how ISIS is focusing its efforts on training a new generation of jihadists: children as young as three. EARTH’S NATURAL WONDERS (Wed., Nov. 18, 8:00 pm) concludes with Living Wonders. In the Amazon, boys face fierce animals in a rite of passage. In Bangladesh, a father and son brave killer bees and man-eating tigers to find honey. 
GLOBE TREKKER Food Hour: The Story of Cheese (Thurs., Nov. 19, 10:00 pm)
features the trekkers visiting sites in England, France, Italy, Spain,
Switzerland, Greece, Turkey and Lebanon to learn the secrets to the distinct
flavors and textures of cheeses popular the world over. Pictured: trekker Rosie
Lovell at the Cheese Makers Market in Beaconsfield, England.
Grab a front row seat for the Broadway concert First You Dream: The Music
of Kander & Ebb (Fri., Nov. 20, 9:00 pm). The show features classic songs
like “New York, New York,” and “Cabaret” from the multi-award-winning
songwriting team of John Kander and Fred Ebb. Performers include Kate Baldwin,
Heidi Blickenstaff, James Clow, Norm Lewis, Julia Murney and Matthew Scott.
Legendary chef Jacques Pépin returns with his final series, JACQUES PEPIN:
HEART & SOUL, featuring demonstrations of his impeccable technique along
with candid interaction with family and friends. In the opening episode,
Fête Des Boules (Sat., Nov. 21, 5:00 pm), Jacques cooks up party favorites,
including crab chips with salmon caviar, a garden-fresh tabbouleh salad
and a smoked ham glazed with maple syrup.
GREAT MUSEUMS – SOUND TRACKS (Sat., Nov. 21, 9:00 pm) visits
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland, Ohio, which opened
in 1995. The 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.
Encore pick of the week: 
Whether you need to catch up or refresh your memory, here’s a chance before
MASTERPIECE CLASSIC Downton Abbey returns with its Season 6 premiere
on January 3! Repeats of Season 5 of this highest-rated drama in PBS
history begin on Sunday, November 15 and will continue on Sunday evenings
through December 27.
On Part 1 of 9 (Sun., Nov. 15, 7:00 pm), a working-class prime minister is elected and old attitudes start to change. Robert is snubbed by the village, Baxter tells all, and Edith plays with fire. For more program listings by genre, click here. Mahalo for inviting us into your home and thank you for supporting quality, diverse programming that reflects a positive sense of wonder about the world. Noncommercial PBS Hawaii exists because of Hawaii's people and for Hawaii's people. Click here to visit our Support page now! A hui hou kakou — until next time, Leslie Leslie Wilcox President and CEO PBS Hawaii 2350 Dole St. Honolulu, Hawaii 96822 Ph. 808.372.6055 Like us on Facebook at http://facebook.com/PBSHawaii Follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/PBSHawaii Visit us online at http://www.PBSHawaii.org If you’d like to opt out of this weekly email, just hit "reply" and let us know. |