Saturday October 13, 2007

Last Updated: 02/21/2008 08:44:26

Midnight

NOVA "Secrets of the Samurai Sword" 00:56 #3412H PBS (DVS)
Nova travels deep into Japan's ancient foundries to reveal the art and science behind making what many call the perfect sword. For over a thousand years the samurai sword has dominated the battlefields of Japan, instilled fear and terror into every enemy it faced, and evoked a spiritual way of life that continues even today. With unparalleled access, "Secrets of the Samurai Sword" follows the craft of the traditional sword-smiths and attends samurai fighting school to discover the discipline of sword making. [TVPG] R on 10/13 2pm

1AM

Joanne Weir's Cooking Class "Salads" 00:26 #125Z (Rpt) APTEX
Joanne shows her student Pam that salads don't have to be relegated to iceberg lettuce, tomatoes and waxy cucumbers, but can take center stage with a variety of seasonal ingredients. Recipes: Escarole Salad with Figs, Seared Scallop and Grapefruit, Beets, Walnuts, and Stilton Salad. Student Name: Pam Hart-Retiree. [TVG] R on 11/19 4pm; 11/20 1am

1:30AM

Mexico: One Plate at a Time with Rick Bayless "Savoring Citrus" 00:26 #505Z (Rpt) APTEX
There's nothing like a tall glass of fresh-squeezed orange juice--naranjada--it's called in Mexico. Rick visits a citrus groove to learn the ins and outs of fresh juice in savory, lip-smacking dishes throughout the Yucatan. At home, Rick roasts whole sweet onions in the embers and then grills the pork over mesquite for a savory citrus dinner that never fails to enchant. [TVG] R of 10/12 4:30pm

2AM

Desert Speaks "Desert Treasures" 00:26 #1607H (Rpt) APTEX
A search for petrified trees, fish fossils, and meteorites from Wyoming to Arizona. [TVG]

2:30AM

Farmers' Almanac TV "Collectors, Urban Gardens and Santa Fe Chilies" 00:26 #106Z (Rpt) APTEX
Featured: the Moffets of Illinois, and their unique collection of antique tools; a community gardening in Seattle, WA; and the red hot peppers of Santa Fe, NM. Tips, Trivia, and fun always added.

3AM

Rick Steves' Europe "Rick Steves' Europe: The Making Of" 00:26 #411H (Rpt) APTEX
After 16 years and more than 100 travel shows, Rick and his crew take you behind the scenes to show you just how they produce this series. Joining the crew as they scamper through Milan and around Lake Como, you'll follow the creative process as the challenges and surprises that come with travel are shaped into a finished show. [TVG] R on 11/30 6pm; 12/1 12:33am

3:30AM

Smart Travels--Europe with Rudy Maxa "Bath and South Wales" 00:26 #401H (Rpt) APT
Friendly and feisty, Scotland makes people feel right at home. In Edinburgh, host Rudy Maxa climbs the ramparts of this city's famous castle, shops for kilts, visits mysterious Rosslyn chapel, and thrills to a spooky ghost tour. Then, he heads to historic St. Andrew's to practice his swing on the world's most famous golf course. In the Scottish highlands, he tries his hand at skeet shooting and falconry, and tours the Dewar's whisky distillery. Then, it's off to historic Stirling, to stroll the battlefields of Braveheart, before setting sail on legendary Loch Lomand. Tips on golf and Scotch whisky are also given, in this first episode of a 13-part season. [TVG] R on 12/11 3:30am

4AM

Innovation "SpyCatchers" 00:56 #903Z (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
The intriguing world of espionage is examined, demonstrating some of the essential innovations in the history of spying, relating true stories of one of the CIA's master spies, and presenting the cutting-edge of today's latest spy techniques and gear. [TVPG] R on 10/24 4am; 11/2 4am; 11/7 4am

5AM

Boohbah "Windows" 00:28 #105Z (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
The Boohbahs swing and twirl, and try their best to hide their heads and feet. In Storyworld, Brother and Sister find a floating window. But can they see who's behind the window curtains? [TVY] R on 10/14 5:30am; 10/15 5am

5:30AM

Boohbah "Magical Pipe" 00:28 #104Z (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
Some colorful Boohbah twists help them keep fit, as they follow and weave around one another. In Storyworld, Mrs. Lady finds a musical flute. The Storypeople take note, and dance to her catchy tune. [TVY] R on 10/14 5am

6AM

Zula Patrol "A Friend Named Breezy/Erosion Today, Gone Tomorrow" 00:28 #210H APTEX (DVS)
Deliria and Cloid try to use a gentle breeze named Breezy to blow down Zula Patrol Headquarters. [TVY]

6:30AM

It's A Big Big World "Big Big Waterhole/Oko's Songbook" 00:28 #140H (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
As Wartz, Winslow, and Bob race by the waterhole playing games, Ick gets upset that he can't join in, so declares he's moving out of the waterhole to someplace better. Oko shares some of his favorite songs, including: Land Of Discovery. [TVY] R on 10/14 6:30am; 10/17 6:30am; 12/7 6:30am

7AM

Victory Garden "Hybrid 1: Discover An Eclectic Mix of Gardening Tips" 00:26 #3206 PBSPL (DVS) [TVG]

7:30AM

Great Lakes Gardener "Plant Evaluation and Improvement - Tree Propagation" 00:26 #606H (Rpt) MPTV
Ever wonder what does into introducing a new plant to the market? Producer Liddie Collins visits Spring Hill Nursery in Ohio, to see what does into this long and arduous process. Plus, the patience and process that goes into the propagation of trees. There's a lot that has to happen correctly before that root ball comes home. Melinda Myers hosts. R of 10/11 6:30pm

8AM

This Old House "Newton Project (Part 1 of 16)" 00:26 #2701 PBSPL
Host Kevin O'Connor and master carpenter Norm Abram arrive at the latest project house in Newton, Massachusetts. Built in 1897, the house is a Colonial Revival in "shingle-style clothes"--a typical transitional-style house from the late Victorian era. Architect Treff LaFleche shows Kevin and the homeowners his plan for opening up the kitchen and adding a mudroom. [TVG] R of 10/11 7pm

8:30AM

Ask This Old House 00:26 #601 PBSPL [TVG] R of 10/11 7:30pm

9AM

Outdoor Wisconsin "Falcons/Hunting Club/Waukesha Bass/Sustainable Agr" 00:26 #2335H (Rpt) WMVS
Judy Nugent learns about the natural history of falcons and their hunting instinct with several falconers at Exclusive Hunting Club. Tess Gallun highlights the sustainable agriculture work and training being done by Will Allen and his nonprofit organization called Growing Power, located on the last registered farm in Milwaukee. Tom Newbauer fishes for bass with Augie Nicosia on a Waukesha County lake. Walleye pro Joel Kunz with some advice for anglers that goes beyond the posted rules to keep VHS virus, viral hemorrhagic septicemia, at bay. R of 10/11 8pm

9:30AM

Hometime "Town Home: Planning & Preparation" 00:26 #2116 PBSPL (DVS)
The team takes over construction on a town home in order to push the envelope on design, finishing and furnishing within the builder's standard floor plan. [TVG]

10AM

Real Simple "Season's Top Tips/Life Stories/Operation Gratitude" 00:26 #226 PBSPL (DVS)
The season's top tips will make your life easier: dice the perfect onion, repurpose dishes and glasses from mismatched sets, and find inventive uses for leftover candy. The season's most unforgettable and inspiring life stories are revisited, plus a profile of Operation Gratitude. Learn about charity and Womenade's Potlucks. Make smart shopping investments with tips from stylist Sasa Jalali, who explains how to choose the best coats and scarves. Plus: the best bloopers from the season. [TVG]

10:30AM

New Scandinavian Cooking with Claus Meyer "Waters of Shells" 00:26 #108 APTEX
At a local festival, Claus celebrates the town of Logstor's first blue mussel catch of the year. In addition to delicious blue-mussel dishes, Claus also makes a parsley oyster soup and a salad with Jerusalem artichokes, apples, chervil and berries. [TVG]

11:02AM

Taste of Louisiana with Chef John Folse & Co.: Our Food Heritage "English Louisiana" 00:26 #1118 APTEX
Though France and Spain are known for their Louisiana colonization efforts, the English had a significant impact as well, especially in the Florida parishes. Libby Dart, a historian from St. Francisville, shares the story of Louisiana's English heritage. Jane Dunn, a forager, gives Chef Folse a lesson on wild edibles and cooks up a delicious omelet. Dudley Smith and Smithfield Fair perform delightful pieces representative of the British influence in Louisiana. (Pt. 18 of 27). [TVG]

11:30AM

Simply Ming "Cilantro/Bacon" 00:26 #501 APT (DVS)
Ming uses cilantro and bacon to grill up a uniquely flavorful dish-Swordfish-Bacon Kebabs with Asian Gremolata, and a Bacon-Cilantro Fried Rice. Ming also spices up the traditional BLT by adding a dash of cilantro mayo. Ming visitsTed Allen, where he creates a Whole Bone-in-Pork Shoulder with Cilantro Sauce. [TVG]

Noon

Chef's Story "Chef's Story: Tom Colicchio" 00:26 #126 APT
Interview and cooking demonstration with Tom Colicchio filmed before an audience of culinary students at the French Culinary Institute. [TVG]

12:32PM

Everyday Food "Time-Saving Recipes" 00:26 #302 PBSPL (DVS)
Lucinda uses just a few ingredients to make a quick and delicious rib eye with garlic thyme marinade, and serves it with baked polenta fries. Today's "Have You Tried?" ingredient is eggplant. John teaches viewers how to use this versatile vegetable in a bubbling eggplant ricotta bake. [TVG]

1PM

Moneytrack "Special Edition" 00:27 #213 APT (DVS)
Legendary investors share their time-proven investing strategies about what really works. [TVG]

1:30PM

Lassie's Pet Vet "Police Dog/Stolen Dalmation/Fly Ball for Your Dog" 00:26 #113 APTEX
Officer Donavan Jones from the Pasadena Police Department along with his partner attack dog Bono are profiled. Plus, when Jill's newly adopted Dalmatian was stolen, she continued the search until a miracle took place. And, find out why Fly Ball is a fun, competitive sport good for your active dog. [TVG]

2PM

NOVA "Secrets of the Samurai Sword" 00:56 #3412H PBS (DVS)
Nova travels deep into Japan's ancient foundries to reveal the art and science behind making what many call the perfect sword. For over a thousand years the samurai sword has dominated the battlefields of Japan, instilled fear and terror into every enemy it faced, and evoked a spiritual way of life that continues even today. With unparalleled access, "Secrets of the Samurai Sword" follows the craft of the traditional sword-smiths and attends samurai fighting school to discover the discipline of sword making. [TVPG] R of 10/9 7pm; 10/11 8am; 10/13 12

3PM

Nature "Andes: The Dragon's Back" 00:56 #2408Z (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
When the Andes mountain range rose from the sea, it created a new continent and a bridge that joined North and South America, allowing flora and fauna from each to mix and diversify. Today, the Andes continue to grow and evolve and are home to a rich tapestry of environments. The program examines these diverse ecosystems, which includes the largest ice field outside the poles, a desert where penguins nest and geysers a vertical mile high where flamingos huddle for warmth. [TVPG] R of 10/7 7pm; 10/9 10am; 10/12 1pm

4PM

America's Test Kitchen from Cook's Illustrated "Pork" 00:26 #706 APT
New dinner options abound with recipes for pork medallions and glazed pork chops. Tasting: cider vinegar. Equipment: saute pans. [TVG]

4:31PM

Chef Paul Prudhomme's Always Cooking! "Baking" 00:26 #122 APTEX (DVS)
Chef Paul prepares: New Mexico Apple Bread Pudding, Jalapeno Pie, Basque Chicken and Shrimp in Wine. [TVG]

5PM

Lidia's Italy "The Essence of Maremma" 00:26 #110 APTEX
Lidia cooks up appetizing poached eggs, a classic yet delightful steak with a side of Tuscan beans and squash. This is where the Tuscan cowboys reign so look out for a few surprises! [TVG]

5:30PM

Tracks Ahead "Puffing Billy" 00:26 #513H (Rpt) NETA
No trip to Australia would be complete without a ride on Puffing Billy, one of the oldest operating steam locomotives on the Australian continent. Also, a visit with an Atlanta man, whose dream layout has come to life; the North Carolina Transportation Museum; and the Union Station in St. Louis--the center of a combined rail operation that is still going strong in the Gateway to the West. Final program of the season. [TVG]

6PM

Classic Gospel "John Starnes/Anthony Burger/Blackwood Brothers" 00:56 #113 NETA
John Starnes steps it up with "Let's All Go Down To The River," and Anthony Burger's piano work dazzles on "The Hallelujah Chorus." Members of the famed Blackwood Brothers demonstrate why they have attained gospel royalty with patriarch James offering "I Want To Be More Like Jesus," and next-generation Terry singing "So High." Bill Gaither hosts this final program of the season. [TVG]

Prime Time (Please scroll up for beginning of day.)

Saturday October 13, 2007

Last Updated: 02/21/2008 08:44:26

7PM

Lawrence Welk Show "Fashions & Hits Through The Years" 00:57 #1106 OETA
Chronicles the changes in fashion coupled with changing musical styles from the 20's through the 50's with songs like "Alice Blue Gown" by Norma Zimmer. Mary Lou Metzger joins Bobby Burgess, Jack Imel and Charlie Parlato in a charming novely number, "Sam, You Made the Pants Too Long." The Show winds up with the entire cast in "Put On Your Sunday Clothes." Guest: Mary Lou Metzger.

8PM

Last of the Summer Wine "The Art of the Shorts" 00:29 #174 BBCWO
Howard panics when Pearl asks him why one of his undergarments is missing.

8:30PM

Good Neighbors "The Early Birds" 00:30 #115 BBC
After the Leadbetters (Paul Eddington & Penelope Keith) have enough of the Goods' (Richard Briers & Felicity Kendal) crack-of-dawn activities, Tom and Barbara search for new ways to design their schedule.

9:01PM

Seasoned Traveler "Copper Canyon/Women Traveling Alone" 00:26 #105 APT
Heading south of the border, George Bauer travels to Mexico, for a train ride to massive Copper Canyon. While it resembles Arizona's Grand Canyon, Copper Canyon is four times larger. George rides along with some visitors on the famous Chihuahua al Pacifico railroad, to explore the canyon. The program also includes a look at safety issues that women--especially older women--should consider when traveling alone to distant places. Seasoned travelers share tips for enjoying a safe and secure vacation. [TVG]

9:30PM

Travels to the Edge with Art Wolfe "Africa: Madagascar" 00:26 #105 APTEX
Eighty million years ago, Madagascar split off from Africa. Separated from the mainland, the sturdy and lucky creatures that reached Madagascar's shores intact took off on a wild and bizarre evolutionary journey. Art documents Madagascar's most famous inhabitants: it's a who's who of the weird and wonderful, including dancing sifakas, rainbow-colored chameleons, a forest of upside-down trees and a spiny desert. (Pt. 5 of 13). [TVG]

10PM

Austin City Limits "Norah Jones" 00:56 #3301H PBSPL
Singer/songwriter/pianist Norah Jones returns to the stage, showcasing both old favorites and songs from her recent best-selling album, "Not Too Late". [TVPG] R of 10/7 8am; 10/10 8am; 10/11 11pm

11PM

Doctor Who "Father's Day" 00:42 #908 APTSY
Rose (Billie Piper) was just a baby in 1987 when her father was killed by a car, so the Doctor (Christopher Eccleston) takes her back to where the accident happened. Rose cannot stand idly by and just watch her dad die alone, so she pushes him out of the way of the oncoming car. In doing so, she upsets the balance of time and changes history. Suddenly, Earth is under threat from the Reapers, terrifying pterodactyl-like demons which swoop out of the sky to rectify time anomalies. Followed by Doctor Who Confidential #8 "Time Trouble." [TVPG]

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