Tuesday August 14, 2007

Last Updated: 08/31/2007 17:43:22

Midnight

Nature "Holy Cow" 00:56 #2109Z (Rpt) PBS
The natural history of cows is presented, exploring the ways in which they have altered human life, human biology, and the geography of the world. Today, there are about one and a half billion cows in the world. No matter which way one looks at it, these amazing animals come in all sorts of weird and wonderful shapes and sizes. As a species, their combined weight is twice that of all humans on the planet. They are revered as "second mothers" by 750 million Hindus who worship them. In the U.S. alone, $75 billion is spent on dairy products, all generated from these docile creatures. Actor Edward Herrmann narrates. [TVPG] R on 8/15 11am; 8/16 7pm; 8/17 7am

1AM

Barbecue University with Steven Raichlen "High on the Hog" 00:26 #405Z (Rpt) APT
Mindful of the suffering of New Orleans in the last year, this show pays tribute to Louisiana's rich culinary traditions. You know Raichlen's rule: If something tastes good baked, boiled, or deep-fried, it probably tastes even better grilled. Case in point: Grill-Top Shrimp "Boil" jazzed up with grilled bratwurst-this isn't like any shrimp boil you've ever tasted. And never mind that deep-fried turkey was invented in Louisiana: Steven cooks Big Easy Barbecued Turkey with plenty of wood smoke after literally injecting it with a spice-scented marinade. Cajun Tuna Piperade combines the "Holy Trinity"--onion, celery, and bell pepper--with tomato, spicy andouille sausage and fire-licked sushi-grade tuna steaks for flavor that just won't quit. [TVG] R on 8/30 4pm; 8/31 1am

1:30AM

Mexico: One Plate at a Time with Rick Bayless "Hacienda Renaissance" 00:26 #513Z (Rpt) APTEX
The story of the Mexican hacienda began with the feudal system where generations of Maya worked the fields for wealthy Spanish landowners. Today, the hacienda is being reborn--as museums for a glimpse into the past, as production facilities for fine rums and liqueurs and as luxury hotels. Rick journeys through the golden era of the haciendas and then back to his home kitchen to make the classic Mayan-Spanish-European fusion dishes Yucatecan Black Bean Dinner and Capered Chicken. Hacienda San Jose, a luxury resort, inspires Rick's rendition of Achiote-Seared Shrimp. [TVG] R on 9/18 4:30pm; 9/19 1:30am

2AM

Desert Speaks "Ancient Peoples of the High Desert" 00:26 #1303H (Rpt) APTEX
High in the foothills of the Bolivian Andes, in the historic village of Santiago de K, life continues nearly the same as it has for centuries. An archeological site nearby reveals, through ancient ruins, just how little life has changed over the centuries. Here, at over 12,600 feet above sea level, in the highest desert in the world, residents harvest the endemic potatoes and quinoa to use to barter for outside goods. Much of the native Quechua customs, music, and lifestyle have their roots in age-old traditions. There are some interesting, relatively modern influences, such as the Carnaval celebration of the first potato crop of the season. [TVG] R of 8/13 5pm

2:30AM

Farmers' Almanac TV "The Old Ball Game, Round Barns, Old Cookbook Shop" 00:26 #202Z (Rpt) APTEX
Host Jim Wann plays ball like they used to in the 1880's ? barefoot and without the use of gloves or strikeouts. "Play Ball!" The historic round barns of Wisconsin have survived the passage of time. Uncovered is the genius behind their design. A unique cookbook shop reunites chefs with long-lost recipes, found on shelves bursting with rare and out-of-print cookbooks. [TVG] R on 9/19 5:30pm; 9/20 2:30am

3AM

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Bites II "Highlights of Paris: Eiffel and Monet to Creme Brulee" 00:26 #306H (Rpt) APTEX
Packing the best of Paris into one episode, Rick Steves scales the Eiffel Tower, then savors classic treats--from steak tartare to creme brulee. He marvels at Monet, Manet, and company, in the stunning Orsay Gallery. Tracing the sad steps of Marie Antoinette, he relives French history, from its bloody revolution, to its extravagant belle epoch. [TVG] R on 9/19 3am

3:30AM

Smart Travels--Europe with Rudy Maxa "Medieval Europe" 00:26 #312H (Rpt) APT
The medieval world is one of the big draws of European travel. Moody ruins, "tippy" towers, cobbled streets, sparkling mosaics, monasteries, castles, and cathedrals form the core of many a tourist'sdreams. Rudy Maxa revisits some favorite spots, and toss in a few new sights, as he makes a little sense out of a fascinating 1000 years--from the fall of Rome, to the dawn of the Renaissance. He sorts it all out with several short itineraries in Ireland, Austria, Germany, and France. [TVG] R on 10/11 3:30am

4AM

Digital TV: A Cringely Crash Course 00:26 (Rpt) PBS
Robert X. Cringely and his loyal cadre of dolly pushers, jimmy jib handlers, helicopter pilots, and poodle wranglers take audiences behind-the-scenes of a revolution--20 years in the making. Digital television (DTV) is about to change home entertainment and lifelong education forever. In this program, Cringely once again plays the fearless guide to cutting-edge technology. [TVG] R on 8/15 4am; 8/16 4am; 8/17 4am

4:30AM

MotorWeek "Saturn Aura Hybrid" 00:26 #2649Z PBSPL
The 2007 Saturn Aura Green Line Hybrid and the 2008 Ford F-Series SuperDuty pickup are road tested. [TVG] R on 8/15 4:30am; 8/15 3:30pm; 8/16 4:30am

5AM

Boohbah "Treasure Chest" 00:28 #126Z (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
The Boohbahs skip and march, and fall down. In Storyworld, the Treasure Chest is locked, and Auntie can't open it. How will Auntie open the chest, and what treasure is inside? [TVY] R of 8/13 5:30am

5:30AM

Boohbah "Flippers" 00:28 #127Z (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
The Boohbahs do arm circles and lift their legs up high. In Storyworld, Brother and Sister put on flippers, do funny walks, and play leapfrog. Will they find water to use their flippers? [TVY] R on 8/15 5am

6AM

JAKERS! The Adventures of Piggley Winks "Dannan Does A Jig" 00:28 #136H (Rpt) PBS
After being told he's too young to listen to his parents' science fiction radio show, Piggley eavesdrops, anyway. When his impressionable imagination puts him in a strange dream, filled with cabbages and cabbage creatures, he learns there are reasons for rules. Jakers! Live and Learn: Cobi Jones and children get a chance to try out all the things they're too young (or old) to do--with humorous results. [TVY]

6:30AM

It's A Big Big World "My Friend Will Bee Right Back/Learning to Fly" 00:28 #105H (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
Bob befriends a bee named Stripey. Winslow tries to fly and challenges Burdette to a competition. [TVY] R of 8/8 6:30am

7AM

Jazz for Young People: What Is New Orleans Jazz 00:56 PBS
Famed trumpeter and Jazz at Lincoln Center Director, Wynton Marsalis returns to his hometown of New Orleans for this entertaining lesson about New Orleans jazz. Wynton and his band talk about the roots of jazz and demonstrate the various forms of jazz with a captive audience of New Orleans schoolchildren. [TVG]

8AM

America's Ballroom Challenge "International Latin" 00:56 #204H (Rpt) PBS
Top couples from North America compete across dance styles--with just one couple emerging as "America's best ballroom dance couple." It's the sizzling International Latin division in this hour, with a wild night of competition peppered with extraordinary exhibitions. Marilu Henner and Tony Meredith host. Pt. 4 of 5. [TVG] R on 8/17 10am; 8/27 2pm; 8/29 8am

9AM

America's Ballroom Challenge "Grand Finale" 00:56 #205H (Rpt) PBS
Top couples from North America compete across dance styles--with just one couple emerging as "America's best ballroom dance couple." Dancers perform short and long programs highlighting both mastery of their style and the creativity to go beyond it. Plus, the best cabaret couples showcase gravity-defying artistry. Marilu Henner and Tony Meredith host. Pt. 5 of 5. [TVG] R on 8/17 11am; 8/25 8am; 8/29 12noon

10AM

Quiltmakers of Gee's Bend 00:56 PBS (DVS)
For more than 150 years, the women of Gee's Bend, AL, have made quilts reflecting their history and daily lives. Over generations, they worked in isolation, continuing to inhabit the remote plantation land their parents once slaved. Today, art critics worldwide compare them to the great creative enclaves of the Italian Renaissance. [TVG]

11AM

Mystery of Love 01:56 PBS
There are many kinds of love that give shape and meaning to life. This film explores real love stories--of marriage, parents and children, romance, brotherly love, altruism, divine love, love of community, even the love of war. Hosted by actor, playwright, and author Anna Deavere Smith. [TVPG]

1PM

History Detectives "Lee's Last Orders, Natchez House, Napoleonic Sword" 00:56 #105Z (Rpt) PBS
Lee's Last Orders--Beech Island, SC: In one of the town's club archives is a signed copy of Civil War Confederate General Robert E. Lee's farewell address, "General Order #9," composed upon the surrender of his troops in April of 1865. Now, the club wants to find out if it is authentic. Natchez House--Natchez, MS: Overlooking the Mississippi is a magnificent home built by a free man of color named Robert D. Smith, in 1851, 12 years before the Emancipation Proclamation. Homeowners Ruth and Jim Coy want to know how former slave Robert Smith went from servitude to owning a luxurious home. The History Detectives trace the rise of this unique individual. Napoleonic Sword--St. Martinville, LA: A magnificent sword has been handed down, from a doctor/soldier in Napoleon's battle for Austria in Wagram, when Napoleon was injured, and a great-great grandfather treated the wound. He was rewarded with a sword. Is this story true? [TVG] R on 9/17 1pm

2PM

Frank Lloyd Wright's Buffalo 00:56 PBS
The 30-year friendship between America's greatest architect and Buffalo businessperson Darwin D. Martin is examined. As Wright's close friend and confidant, Wright looked to Martin for support--both financially and emotionally. The significance of this relationship is showcased in Buffalo--a city containing the second largest collection of Wright's structures. Featuring archival footage and interviews with noted architectural scholars, the program explores Wright's motivations, frailties, and foibles. [TVG]

3PM

History Detectives "Coca-Cola Trade Card/Vicksburg Map/Lawrence Strike" 00:56 #403Z (Rpt) PBS
A man from Tucson, AZ, owns a map he believes is connected to the Civil War siege of Vicksburg, MS. His great grandfather commanded several batteries in this pivotal 1863 battle. In Parkersburg, WV, a man owns what seems to be an extraordinary piece of memorabilia: a pocket-sized card apparently dated 1886, advertising a strange-sounding beverage. And one man owns a billy club with the words "Lawrence Strike" and the date 12/1/1912. In January, 1912, tens of thousands of immigrant women, men, and children led the Bread and Roses strike at a textile factory in Lawrence, MA. [TVG] R on 8/15 10pm; 8/16 11am; 8/18 12

4PM

Barbecue University with Steven Raichlen "Rib Master" 00:26 #406Z (Rpt) APT
In American barbecue, ribs rule, and woe to the grillmeister who doesn't understand the rules. Like never, ever boil. This is the rib crash course, appropriate for all skill levels, and a popular part of the curriculum at BBQ U. The Professor gives you a little background on bones before getting to the meat of the matter. Here's the rest of the lesson plan: Classic spare ribs served with ember-roasted sweet potatoes; Dinosaur Beef Ribs, the biggest and baddest bones of all; finally, the refreshingly different, A-plus Mint Julep Ribs with a healthy hit of Kentucky bourbon. [TVG] R on 8/15 1am; 8/31 4pm; 9/1 1am

4:30PM

Mexico: One Plate at a Time with Rick Bayless "It's A Shore Thing" 00:30 #401Z (Rpt) APTEX
Rick searches for a seafood dish that captures everything that's perfect about a day at the beach. First program in a 13-part season. [TVG] R on 8/15 1:30am; 9/19 4:30pm; 9/20 1:30am

5PM

Desert Speaks "Bolivia: Volcanoes, Flamingos, and Salt Lakes" 00:26 #1304H (Rpt) APTEX
Ranging in altitude up to 16,500 feet above sea level, the wild, frigid desert of southwestern Bolivia is full of natural treasures. The harsh landscape is dominated by the towering Andean volcanoes and lakes, or lagoons, which are actually basins, into which the meager snowmelt drains and cannot escape. These intensely colored, brackish lakes are home to some of the world's hardiest animals, namely three different species of flamingo. In cliffs near the lakes, bizcachas (a rabbit-sized rodent) are one of the few mammals in the region. The bizarre-looking yareta also grows along the rugged rock faces. Resembling massive patches of moss, these huge, thick plants are thousands of years old. These are just some of the many wonders found in the highest desert in the world. [TVG] R on 8/15 2am

5:30PM

Farmers' Almanac TV "A Main Street Way of Life, Extreme Brewing, Found a Peanut" 00:26 #203Z (Rpt) APTEX
In Cooperstown the Main Street is the heart of the community. We look inside this Norman Rockwell storybook town. Dogfish Head Brewery makes "off-centered ales for off-centered people," by creating crazy made up styles that challenge your perception of what beer is supposed to be. Jimmy Carter and Author, J.F. McGill tell us how the peanut came to America and the effect it had on our culture and economy. [TVG] R on 8/15 2:30am; 9/20 5:30pm; 9/21 2:30am

6PM

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Bites II "Belgium: Bruges and Brussels" 00:26 #307H (Rpt) APTEX
Belgium is a land of contrasts. From the powerhouse headquarters of the European Union and Europe's grandest square in big-city Brussels, Rick Steves goes quaint, with delicate lace; and takes back-lane bike rides in small-town Bruges. He checks into a medieval hospital, savors the exquisite art of Memling, and climbs a bell tower to get up-close and fortissimo at a carillon concert. Then, passionate chefs--creators of French fries and Europe's finest chocolate--give him a taste of their art. [TVG] R on 8/15 3am; 9/20 3am

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Tuesday August 14, 2007

Last Updated: 08/31/2007 17:43:22

6:30PM

Adelante! "Latino Press Club/Folkloric Ballet/Attorney Pt. 1" 00:26 #822H (Rpt) WMVS
Patricia Gomez (Producer/Host) features the Latino Press Club. Jesus Avila from the Folkloric Ballet shares his passion for the Arts Academy. Attorney Eric Strub discusses deportation cases.

7PM

NOVA "Mystery of the Megaflood" 00:56 #3211H (Rpt) PBS
It was the greatest flood of the past two million years, and it posed a giant scientific riddle. A maverick geologist became convinced that thousand-foot-deep floodwaters had scoured out vast areas of the American northwest, near the end of the last ice age. Mainstream scientists scorned his theory, while he searched patiently for answers to what could have triggered such an inconceivably violent event. Finally, an ingenious solution silenced the skeptics: traces of an enormous ice dam, half a mile high, which had blocked a valley in present-day Montana, and created an enormous lake behind it. With the help of stunningly realistic animation, this program goes back to the Ice Age to reveal what happened when the dam broke, unleashing a titanic flood that swept herds of woolly mammoth and everything else into oblivion. [TVG] R on 8/15 10am; 8/16 2pm; 8/18 10am

8PM

Making of Milwaukee "Dirty Politics, World War I, The Roaring '20s" 00:59 #104H WMVS
Socialists clean up dirty politics at City Hall. WWI erupts, triggering anti-German fever. Prohibition closes the pubs. Then, the Roaring Twenties and speakeasies engulf the city, and Milwaukeeans go to the movies. The series is based on the award-winning book, "The Making of Milwaukee," by host and historian John Gurda. Fourth program of 5.

9:04PM

Making of Milwaukee "The Great Depression to the 21st Century" 01:24 #105H (Rpt) WMVS
The U.S. and Milwaukee struggle through the Great Depression and Milwaukee's citizens and industries fight WWII. Then, the booming '50s, the turbulent '60s, and celebrations of ethnic pride all lead to today's Milwaukee. This final 90-minute program of the series is based on the award-winning book, "The Making of Milwaukee," by host and historian John Gurda.

10:37PM

Milwaukee's Ethnic Bakeries 00:45 (Rpt) WMVS
Milwaukee's cultural diversity is apparent in the city's ethnic bakeries. Mark Siegrist experiences some of the richest food traditions of the community. George Papas is known for his Greek Baklava from Papas Bakery. Mamie Waters' McCoy's Cake & Pie Shop customers appreciate her southern Carmel Cake. Dany Olier makes French pastry specialties like Baked Apple Tarts from Bay Bakery. Ken Loges, of Loges Bakery, turns his Vienna bread German creations into creatures of the swamp. Jorge Lopez illustrates the festive roots of Mexican ovens at Lopez Bakery. Troy Bartz, of Jonathan's Cafe & Bagelry, explores the art of how to make a classic New York-style Jewish bagel. In addition, Siegrist goes behind the scenes of the new Rice Palace Bakery & Deli to highlight a variety of Asian specialties with Chuedang Vue. The rewards of the Italian heritage of Peter Sciortino's Bakery are also celebrated with Joe Vella.

11:28PM

Wisconsin: A Capitol Gain 00:29 (Rpt) WMVS
The Wisconsin State Capitol building in Madison is one of the most impressive in the U.S. Built between 1910 and 1917, this 'tribute to democracy' was taped while in the final phase of a restoration project designed to return the Capitol to its original majesty. This documentary recalls the birth of the building, examines its years of decline, witnesses its reconstruction, and reveals the phenomenal results. R on 8/19 11:59am; 8/25 6:58am; 8/25 10am

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