PROGRAM LISTINGS: February 12 - February 18, 2017


Arts, Drama, Culture

MERCY STREET
Southern Mercy
Sun., Feb. 12, 7:00 pm
Thurs., Feb. 16, 10:00 pm
New

On the second season of this Civil War drama, allegiances blur and loyalties shift. The scope of the war pushes beyond Mansion House, the former hotel serving as a Union hospital. Follow the precarious position of the Green family and the changing situation of the burgeoning black population.

Southern Mercy
After the Second Battle of Bull Run, Hopkins and Emma set out to rescue a stranded group of wounded Union soldiers. Lisette, a hospital observer, discovers the truth about a young soldier, shocking Foster. Hopkins and Emma share an intimate moment.

VICTORIA ON MASTERPIECE
The Queen's Husband
Sun., Feb. 12, 8:00 pm
New

This seven-part dramatic series follows Victoria (Jenna Coleman) from the time she becomes Queen in 1837 at the age of 18 through her relationship with Lord Melbourne (Rufus Sewell), her first prime minister and intimate friend, and her courtship and marriage to Prince Albert (Tom Hughes).

The Queen's Husband
At loose ends in a foreign land, Albert finds a noble cause. Victoria gets her way at court and resorts to a folk cure in the bedroom. Francatelli does Miss Skerrett a favor - for a price.

Tales from the Royal Wardrobe
Sun., Feb. 12, 9:00 pm
Encore

Examine the significance of the royal wardrobes of English monarchs over the last 400 years. Learn why most kings and queens have carefully choreographed every aspect of their apparel and why, for those who haven’t, the consequences have sometimes been calamitous. Hosted by Dr. Lucy Worsley, Chief Curator at Historic Royal Palaces.

10 Towns that Changed America
Sun., Feb. 12, 10:00 pm
Encore

Visit influential towns across the country from Greenbelt, Maryland, and Seaside, Florida, to Riverside, Illinois, and Levittown, New York, that have had a lasting impact on the way our cities and suburbs are designed.

NA MELE
Haunani Apoliona and Ku'uipo Kumukahi
Mon., Feb. 13, 7:30 pm
Encore

Multiple Hoku Hanohano Award-winners Haunani Apoliona and Ku'uipo Kumukahi present classic Hawaiian songs in both solo and duet performances.

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW
Indianapolis, IN, Part 3 of 3
Mon., Feb. 13, 8:00 pm
New

Travel to Indianapolis for hidden treasures including an 1898 Alphonse Mucha JOB poster, a 1974 George Nakashima "Kent Hall" floor lamp and a 1961 Ty Cobb-signed baseball.

ANTIQUES ROADSHOW
Charleston, WV, Part 2 of 3
Mon., Feb. 13, 9:00 pm
Encore

Highlights include a collection of Marilyn Monroe stills from some of her greatest cinematic hits; a British rainbow spatterware pot, ca. 1860, purchased for $10; and an 1849 ship's log and register chronicling the journey from Boston to San Francisco during the Gold Rush.

INDEPENDENT LENS
Accidental Courtesy
Mon., Feb. 13, 10:00 pm
New

Meet African American musician Daryl Davis, who has a peculiar passion: meeting and befriending members of the Ku Klux Klan in an attempt to change their minds and forge racial conciliation, one racist at a time.

LONG STORY SHORT WITH LESLIE WILCOX
Paul and Grace Atkins
Tues., Feb. 14, 7:30 pm
New

Filmmakers Paul and Grace Atkins have never shied away from adventure. Partners in both life and career, their acclaimed natural history documentaries have told the stories of our planet in breathtaking, never-before-seen ways. They have worked with National Geographic, BBC and Discovery Channel, as well as some of the most well-known directors in the film industry. This special Valentine’s Day episode spotlights a couple that has boldly embarked on a life full of adventure and purpose, supporting each other every step of the way.

This program will be rebroadcast on Wednesday, Feb. 1 at 11:00 pm and Sunday, Feb. 19 at 4:00 pm.

FINDING YOUR ROOTS
War Stories
Tues., Feb. 14, 8:00 pm
Encore

Join Harvard scholar Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr. as he delves into the genealogy of guests. Each story illuminates the vast patchwork of ethnicity, race and experience that makes up the fabric of America.

War Stories
Uncover a long history of military service in the families of Patricia Arquette, Julianne Moore and John McCain, and how this has instilled in each of them an enduring spirit of strength and integrity.

INDEPENDENT LENS
Tower
Tues., Feb. 14, 10:00 pm
New

On August 1, 1966, a mass shooting at the University of Texas left 16 dead. This film reframes the events of that day via the perspectives of those who lived through it and examines the effects of the shooting over the last 50 years.

A CHEF’S LIFE
Stand By Your Cabbage
Wed., Feb. 15, 7:30 pm
Encore

The fourth helping of this award-winning series is the most unpredictable yet, featuring a healthy dose of homegrown laughter and inspired ingredients served up by Chef Vivian Howard alongside a hearty cast of family, farmers, chefs, home cooks and friends.

Stand By Your Cabbage
Vivian's summer itinerary picks up with a 14-day photoshoot as she preps for a first-time trip to Feast Portland. Before heading out west, Sam Jones and Miss Lillie share old school cabbage recipes that influence the dish she prepares for festival goers. While on the road, Vivian entrusts John and Justise to hold down the fort back home.

Most Likely to Succeed
Thurs., Feb. 16, 8:00 pm
New

Most Likely to Succeed examines how the current American educational system was established in 1893 – a system that’s remained a standard in schools, while the economy has made dramatic shifts due to technology. The film highlights High Tech High School, a San Diego charter school that uses hands-on, project-based curricula, and serves as a model for what’s possible, as communities across the country attempt to re-imagine education for now and the future.

WELL READ
Mark Shriver: Pilgrimage
Thurs., Feb. 16, 11:00 pm
New

In Pilgrimage, author Mark Shriver traces Pope Francis' personal journey.

A CRAFTSMAN’S LEGACY
The Cooper
Thurs., Feb. 16, 11:30 pm
Encore

Host Eric Gorges combs the country for America’s finest craftsmen, documenting what it means to be a modern-day maker. In each episode, Eric explains the history of an old-world craft as it is practiced in America today.

The Cooper
Think handmade wooden buckets are a thing of the past? Cooper Jim Gaster keeps the craft alive and well.

Asian American Life
Fri., Feb. 17, 8:30 pm
New

This news magazine series features in-depth reports and stories of the Asian American diaspora for a general audience.

GREAT PERFORMANCES
New York City Ballet in Paris
Fri., Feb. 17, 9:00 pm
New

Thrill to the company's all-Balanchine program of ballet masterpieces, including the Walpurgisnacht Ballet and La Valse, set to music of Gounod and Ravel respectively, recorded in the City of Light.

GREAT PERFORMANCES
Dancing at Jacob's Pillow: Never Stand Still
Fri., Feb. 17, 10:00 pm
Encore

Enter a world of non-stop dance, the daring artists who dedicate their lives to it and an extraordinary place where it flourishes. Filmed at Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival in Becket, Massachusetts, this program features thrilling performances and revelatory conversations with renowned choreographers and dancers, including Judith Jamison, Paul Taylor, Mark Morris, Suzanne Farrell and Frederic Franklin, and one of the last interviews with the iconic Merce Cunningham. Narrated by acclaimed choreographer Bill T. Jones, the film interweaves the story of Jacob’s Pillow as a generator for creativity with the history of dance in America.

Black Ballerina
Fri., Feb. 17, 11:00 pm
New

Sixty years ago, while pursuing their dreams of careers in classical dance, Delores Brown, Joan Myers Brown and Raven Wilkinson confronted racism, exclusion and unequal opportunity in segregated mid-century America. In 2015, three young black women also pursue careers as ballerinas, and find that many of the same obstacles their predecessors faced are still evident in the ballet world today. Through interviews with current and former ballet dancers along with engaging archival photos and film, the one-hour documentary uses the ethereal world of ballet to engage viewers on a subject that reaches far outside the art world and compels viewers to think about larger issues of exclusion, equal opportunity and change.

MOVEABLE FEAST WITH FINE COOKING
Davidson, North Carolina – Joe and Katy Kindred
Sat., Feb. 18, 7:00 pm
New

Award-winning Australian chef, restaurateur and cookbook author Pete Evans takes viewers on a culinary journey across America. Pete teams up with the country's most innovative chefs and food artisans to inspire home cooks everywhere.

Davidson, North Carolina – Joe and Katy Kindred
Pete heads to Davidson, North Carolina to meet with the owners of the Kindred restaurant, Chef Joe Kindred and his wife Katy. Together, they make a beautiful lakeside feast featuring classics like crispy North Carolina oysters and shrimp roll, as well as pasta and clams.

JOSEPH ROSENDO’S TRAVELSCOPE
Armenia - Ancient History and Modern Traditions, Part 2
Sat., Feb. 18, 7:30 pm
New

Joseph visits ancient burial sites, historic churches and joins in religious and communal celebrations which offer a view into the Armenian heart and soul.

Slovakia: Treasures in the Heart of Europe
Sat., Feb. 18, 8:00 pm
New

A country of lush forests and mountains surrounded by hidden hills, Slovakia is a land rich with historical and cultural treasures. Explore the country’s breathtaking landscapes, ancient castles, historic cathedrals, the Andy Warhol Museum, music and dance festivals, traditional villages, national parks, and treks in the Tatra Mountains.

Dear Albania
Sat., Feb. 18, 9:00 pm
New

Albania is a land of contrasts and contradictions, of political strife and the deepest of family roots, of majestic mountains and beautiful beaches. Explore Albania’s present and travel back in time to its past with host Eliza Dushku.

SOUNDSTAGE
Old Dominion
Sat., Feb. 18, 10:00 pm
New

This versatile five-man group, based in Nashville, burst onto the country charts with their single "Break Up with Him," which quickly became a Top 10 Billboard hit and country radio staple. Old Dominion's songwriting prowess helped get them noticed through their work for country greats such as Kenny Chesney, Keith Urban, and more.

AUSTIN CITY LIMITS
Sturgill Simpson / Asleep at the Wheel
Sat., Feb. 18, 11:00 pm
New

Sturgill Simpson’s performs songs from his album Metamodern Sounds in Country Music; Asleep at the Wheel plays songs from the album Still the King: Celebrating the Music of Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys.

Public Affairs

THE OPEN MIND
Sun., Feb. 12, 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
Thurs., Feb. 16, 7:30 pm
New

The fourth in a series of seven 2017 HIKI NŌ Award nominee shows highlights the nominees for Best Writing, High School Division. The nominees include:

--A story from Kapolei High School (O‘ahu) about a high school basketball game that creates a bond between special needs students and the rest of the student body;

--A report from Kaua‘i High School (Kaua‘i) on the inner-workings of the Garden Island’s biomass plant;

--A story from Kua O Ka La Miloli‘i Hipu‘u Virtual Academy PCS (Hawai‘i Island) on the Miloli‘i tradition of opelu fishing;

--A report from Sacred Hearts Academy (O‘ahu) about the degenerative effect texting has on our spines;

--A story from Saint Francis School (O‘ahu) about a young entrepreneur who was inspired by the memory of his late mother to open an innovative ice cream parlor;

--And from Waiakea High School (Hawai‘i Island), a look into the strange and fascinating world of cosplay.

This episode is hosted by Lara Sato from Castle High School (O‘ahu) and Zaccai Ceruti from James Campbell High School (O‘ahu).

This program encores Saturday, Feb. 18 at 12:00 pm and Sunday, Feb. 19 at 3:00 pm. You can also view HIKI NŌ episodes on our website, www.pbshawaii.org/hikino.

WASHINGTON WEEK
Fri., Feb. 17, 7:30 pm
New

For 40 years, WASHINGTON WEEK has delivered one of the most interesting conversations of the week. 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. 17, 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.

Science and Nature

SPY IN THE WILD, A NATURE MINISERIES
Friendship
Wed., Feb. 15, 8:00 pm
New

More than 30 animatronic spy cameras disguised as animals secretly record animal behavior in the wild. These “spy creatures” reveal that animals show emotions and behavior similar to humans – a capacity to love, grieve, deceive, cooperate and invent.

Friendship
The spycams and their new wild friends rely on each other to look out for predators. A spy meerkat babysits meerkat pups while a spy cobra pretends to attack the mob. Spy crocs witness a convenient partnership between real crocodiles and birds.

NOVA
The Origami Revolution
Wed., Feb. 15, 9:00 pm
New

The ancient art of paper folding is sparking scientific advances, affecting drug development and future NASA space missions. Discover how the art of origami is reshaping the world around us as scientists uncover the power of folding.

CITY IN THE SKY
Airborne
Wed., Feb. 15, 10:00 pm
New

Explore a unique metropolis – a midair “city” composed of nearly a million people on flights that crisscross the world daily. Meet the hidden army working to keep the city aloft and uncover the exceptional engineering and technology that make it work.

Airborne
Examine the hidden army that keeps your plane safe, and explore just what it takes to keep the "city in the sky" functioning and safe between take-off and landing. And learn why flying has become safer than ever.

History

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE
Ruby Ridge
Tues., Feb. 14, 9:00 pm
New

Through eyewitness accounts from Randy Weaver’s daughter and federal agents and others involved in the deadly confrontation, examine the 1992 FBI siege at Ruby Ridge near Naples, Idaho that helped launch the modern militia movement.

DIY

ROUGH CUT - WOODWORKING WITH TOMMY MAC
Second Floor Deck
Sat., Feb. 18, 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.

Second Floor Deck
Tommy and crew straighten the walls before adding the entire second floor deck and lay out an opening to where the staircase will go.

ASK THIS OLD HOUSE
Sat., Feb. 18, 2:30 pm
New

Watch Tom complete 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
Sat., Feb. 18, 3:00 pm
New

The kitchen island countertop is installed and the crew starts on a fieldstone wall in the front yard. Wallpaper covers a new secret door in the upstairs foyer. In the basement, Richard checks the finished heating, cooling and ventilation systems.

MARTHA STEWART’S COOKING SCHOOL
Pasta
Sat., Feb. 18, 4:00 pm
Encore

Explore the art of making fresh pasta from scratch. Learn how to make the dough and then form it into strands by hand or with a pasta machine, and to hand-shape dough into shapes such as farfalle and tortelli.

AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN FROM COOK’S ILLUSTRATED
The Ultimate Sticky Buns
Sat., Feb. 18, 4:30 pm
New

This season features new hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison. Bridget and Julia have been fixtures on the show from the very beginning, sharing their cooking skills and deep knowledge of food with viewers through the hundreds of recipes they’ve prepared on air as test cooks.

The Ultimate Sticky Buns
Julia Collin and Bridget head into the test kitchen to uncover the secrets to making the ultimate sticky buns at home. Then, science expert Dan Souza demystifies making a water roux. Next, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a tasting of almond butter. And finally, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews waffle irons in the equipment corner.

SIMPLY MING
Hawai'i - Mom & Dad
Sat., Feb. 18, 5:00 pm
New

Ming heads to Honolulu to join his mom and dad in their kitchen for a family meal. Whipping up a few favorite dishes, the Tsai family trades laughs and stories before sitting down to dinner on the lanai.

LIDIA’S KITCHEN
Risotto
Sat., Feb. 18, 5:30 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.

Risotto
Lidia begins today's meal with a creamy risotto alla Milanese with saffron and bone marrow followed by a succulent quail stuffed with Italian sausage and mushrooms. For dessert, it's an Italian classic: light and creamy panna cotta with seasonal berries.