Saturday July 19, 2008

Last Updated: 07/31/2008 17:49:32

Midnight

China from the Inside "Power and the People" 00:56 #101H (Rpt) PBS
A look at how the Communist Party is addressing challenges, corruption and rural unrest in addition to the ideological by-products of burgeoning capitalism. [TVPG]

1AM

Lidia's Italy "The Essence of Maremma" 00:26 #110Z (Rpt) 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] R on 8/25 4pm; 8/26 1am

1:30AM

Chefs A' Field: Culinary Adventures That Begin On The Farm "Seattle, WA--Mussels" 00:26 #105H (Rpt) APT
Big and gregarious and in love with the food experience, Chef Tom Douglas heads out to the waters of the Pacific Northwest to savor the succulence of the sea Mussels from Penn Cove Shellfish. Recipes: Mussels in Sake Ginger Butter; and Mussel Chowder. (5 of 13) [TVG] R of 7/18 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

Seasoned Traveler "Ancient and Colonial Mexico" 00:26 #106Z (Rpt) APT
From Oaxaca to the Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico is a culturally blessed land, and it has preserved its heritage, so others can learn about its past. These regions are visited, starting in Oaxaca, and moving northward to San Cristobal, Palenque, Merida, Uxmal, and Chichen Itza. [TVG] R on 8/22 5:30pm; 8/23 2:30am

3AM

Rick Steves' Europe "Salzburg and Surroundings" 00:26 #410H (Rpt) APTEX
The birthplace of Mozart, and everyone's Sound of Music fantasies-Salzburg is a Baroque jewel of a town. It's also the springboard for lots of alpine fun-from thrilling summer bobsledding, to idyllic boat rides in the Salzkammergut lake district, to exploring the delightful romantic town of Hallstatt. [TVG] R on 8/22 3pm; 8/23 3am

3:30AM

Smart Travels--Pacific Rim with Rudy Maxa "Queensland, Australia" 00:26 #509H (Rpt) APT
Sun-washed beaches, chic beachside towns, cliffs, rainforests, and one of the seven natural wonders of the world--The Great Barrier Reef, in Queensland, Australia, help make up the ultimate outdoor adventure. Host Rudy Maxa begins, north of Brisbane, along the sunshine coast, exploring sand dune-covered islands, coastal towns, and parks. Then, he flies north to Cairns, the gateway to the coral, multicolored sea life and azure waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Tips are included on avoiding poisonous creatures and diving. [TVG] R of 7/18 3:30pm

4AM

History Detectives "Uss Thresher/Pete Gray Cartoon/Manhattan Project Letter" 00:56 #510Z (Rpt) PBS
Host Gwen Wright explores one of the most traumatic events in U.S. Naval history and determines if a man in Massachusetts owns documents linked to one of the most secret weapons in the U.S. Cold War arsenal, the nuclear submarine USS Thresher. A comic book collector in Brooklyn owns several storyboards from a cartoon comic strip dating to the immediate post-World War II period. The strip relates the story of Pete Gray, the first one-armed major league baseball player, who later became an icon for disabled WWII veterans. Elyse Luray heads to Baltimore's Camden Yards and to comics hot spots in New York City to examine how cartoon artists helped reframe popular culture in the mid-20th century. Wes Cowan heads to New York City to track down the authors of documents connected with the top-secret Manhattan Project; used to develop the United States' first nuclear bombs during World War II. [TVG] R on 7/28 2pm; 8/25 2pm

5AM

Boohbah "Painting The Fence" 00:28 #110Z (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
The Boohbahs join in and jump, again and again and again! In Storyworld, Auntie discovers that a can of paint goes a very long way--but can she finish the fence before it runs out? [TVY] R on 7/20 5:30am; 7/21 5am

5:30AM

Boohbah "Pile of Balls" 00:28 #109Z (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
The Boohbahs let their feet march to the magical Boohbah beat, and do a wobbly dance. In Storyworld, Mr. Man discovers some colorful balls. But can he pile them up without being in a big heap of trouble? [TVY] R on 7/20 5am

6AM

Zula Patrol "A Friend Named Breezy/Erosion Today, Gone Tomorrow" 00:28 #210H (Rpt) 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 "Echoes/A Good Heartbeat" 00:28 #135H (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
Bob is on Broken Branch Leap calling out to the ants and is startled when a voice calls back to him and says that his name is also Bob. Bob and Wartz visit Madge and Snook to tell them about this other Bob and are very relieved to learn that what they heard was only an echo. Wartz and Winslow are racing through the tree, and when Wartz finally stops moving, his heart is beating fast. Wartz hears the ba-doom, ba-doom, and is afraid he has swallowed a drum. [TVY] R on 7/20 6:30am; 7/20 8:30am; 7/23 6:30am

7AM

Victory Garden "Wet" 00:26 #3202 (Rpt) PBSPL (DVS)
Learn about water, in all its forms, in your garden. Join gardening correspondent Paul Epsom at Longwood Gardens in Philadelphia to learn about water features and elements that can add to any garden. Learn to plant a water-wise garden with tips from host Jamie Durie on how to recycle rainwater and put it to good use. [TVG]

7:30AM

Garden Paths "Cooking Up An Heirloom Soup/Natural Prairie Yards" 00:26 #106H NETA
Is there a better way to cook than to waltz your ingredients right from the garden into the kitchen? Host Jodi Olson meets a chef with an eye for discovering and picking overlooked new and heirloom vegetables at the right time to make a delicious, natural home-made soup. Plus, tips on incorporating ideas from the natural prairie to make any yard more distinctive. (6 of 13) [TVG] R of 7/17 6:30pm

8AM

This Old House "Newton Project, Part 15" 00:26 #2715 (Rpt) PBSPL
Kevin O'Connor checks out Tom Silva's makeshift workshop on the front porch of the house. Paul Grothouse installs the end grain teak island top and deliver its companion piece "a custom teak farmhouse table" for the breakfast area. Richard Trethewey displays the progress on the second floor bath and meets tub refinisher Jack Donaruma on the third floor to see him strip and refinish the old clawfoot tub. Brian McSharry installs a custom closet system. Mark Ferrante shows Kevin how he uses wedges to create even grout lines on the uneven handmade tile backsplash. Tom shows master carpenter Norm Abram how he uses portable lathe to turn a new newel post finial out of walnut. [TVG] R of 7/17 7pm

8:30AM

Ask This Old House "An Unpleasant Smelling Dishwasher/Transplanting A Rose Bush" 00:26 #615 (Rpt) PBSPL
Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner tackle the problem of an unpleasant smelling dishwasher. Roger makes a House call to Iowa to help a homeowner transplant a rose bush. Tom shows Kevin the proper and safe way to change a circular saw blade. [TVG] R of 7/17 7:30pm

9AM

Outdoor Wisconsin "Lake Delavan Bass Fishing/Raising Perch: Growing Power Inc." 00:26 #2436H WMVS
Judy Nugent Fishes for bass on Lake Delavan with guide Ron Urick. Dan takes a look at the new aquaponics/aquaculture system for raising perch at Growing Power Inc. with Director Will Allen. R of 7/17 8pm

9:30AM

Hometime "Town Home: Micro Landscaping" 00:26 #2119 (Rpt) PBSPL (DVS)
The team creates an oasis of retaining walls, patios and plantings within the compact back yard of a town home. [TVG]

10AM

P. Allen Smith's Garden Home "Tree Talkin'" 00:28 #710 (Rpt) APTEX
Allen begins the creation of an orchard with both edible fruit trees and ornamentals, such as crabapples. Allen addresses water issues, plant disease and pest control. After all, this is an organic garden and spraying with chemicals is out. [TVG]

10:30AM

Taste of the Midwest with Dan Kaercher "Wisconsin" 00:26 #103H (Rpt) NETA
Dan Kaercher, editor in chief of Midwest Living Magazine journeys through Wisconsin. His trip includes everything from L'Etoile, a popular Madison dining spot, to the Mustard Museum which showcases over 4000 varieties of mustard. Dan samples one of the states most well known products at the Cedar Grove cheese factory. Wisconsin is also home to traditional supper clubs like Schwarz's in Saint Anna, a family run establishment known for its famous steaks. (3 of 9) [TVG]

11AM

Ciao Italia "Fantastic Green Beans - Fagiolini Fantastici" 00:26 #1802 NETA
Mary Ann's got beans on her brain, green beans that is, from Guy's garden, and she has more recipes than you can shake a bean at, starting with some zesty Green Beans with Walnut Pesto, Marinated Green Beans, a comforting Leek and Almond Casserole, and finally, crunchy Roasted Green Beans with Sesame Seeds. [TVG]

11:30AM

Mexico: One Plate at a Time with Rick Bayless "Tequila Flights and Bites" 00:26 #612 APTEX
Rick's on a mission to tell the world about tequila, and he's starting with a party for 25 at home. He wants to open people's minds and palates to the complexities of Mexico's smooth, super-premium tequilas made from 100% blue agave-artisanal products on a par with the world's great brandies. So he's planned a tasting with tequila flights and plenty of fun, satisfying food to match. In the town of Tequila, Rick offers a firsthand look at the production process, from the harvesting and roasting of the agave hearts to fermentation, distilling, and aging. Back in Chicago, he and his daughter, Lanie, get started on what's often called the Mexican party food: a big, bubbling vat of Classic White Pozole, a hearty stew of corn and pork that goes perfectly with the flavor of Tequila. [TVG]

Noon

Everyday Food "Get Saucy" 00:26 #411 PBSPL
Creating a good sauce can make a meal great. The team prepares elegant pepper-crusted filet mignon with red wine sauce--the tender cut of beef and ush wine reduction requires only two ingredients and 10 minutes. It's served with crisp green beans drizzled with lemony vinaigrette. Allie prepares an apricot mustard sauce to grace sauteed pork chops with buttered savoy cabbage on the side. Emma transforms ordinary sweets into extraordinary desserts when she combines them with dazzling sauces: orange sauce on ricotta and strawberry-fig sauce on pound cake. Margot makes an after-school snack of white bean dip with toasted pita chips that's creamy, light and nutritious. Today's "Freeze It" is romesco sauce. Lucinda prepares this classic Spanish sauce of tomatoes, sweet peppers, almonds and bread that's perfect for chicken, fish or meat. [TVG]

12:30PM

Primal Grill with Steven Raichlen "Bird Meets Grill" 00:26 #104 APTEX
Steven prepares chicken on a charcoal grill, in a smoker, and on a gas grill. Indonesian Java Chicken is prepared in a delightful espresso barbeque sauce. Chipoltle Cinnamon-brined Chicken--grilled to a golden brown, mouth-watering perfection. Spatchcocked Game Hens, in a sweet basil marinade and grilled under a brick! and garnished with cherry tomatoes and lemon wedges. (4 of 13) [TVG]

1PM

Taste of New York "Albany/Saratoga/Cooperstown" 00:26 #111 NETA (DVS)
Susan Hunt is off to the races at Saratoga Racetrack and meets a horse trainer who wins by a nose when it comes to growing garlic and she visits a wine store that is bringing New York wines to the world via the Internet. Plus Chef Dan Martello prepares Garlic Soup. (11 of 13) [TVG]

1:30PM

Venture North "Miniature Cabins, Ice-Fishing by Dogsled, Artist Teresa Kohler" 00:26 #2710 (Rpt) WDSE (DVS)
Bullfrogs are becoming a favorite of gardeners and landscapers but the trend is introducing the species far beyond its native range. In Duluth, students learn about different cultures through music; and, the art work of Teresa Cox Kohler is featured. Her whimsical pastels capture the creatures of the far north in action. Tour: Driving tour of native orchids, Williams, MN; Northwoods Reader: "The Lion's Share" illustrated by Kelly Dupre. [TVG]

2PM

NOVA "The Great Inca Rebellion" 00:56 #3409H (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
Peruvian archaeologist Guillermo Cock examines dozen of corpses and makes a startling discovery--they are hastily buried and disfigured by multiple, appalling wounds and fractures inflicted by steel blades and crude bullets. Forensic experts diagnose these remains as victims of a little-known battle that pitted club-wielding Inca warriors against Spanish cavalry. The program reveals the untold final chapter of the conquest, not the Spanish walkover familiar from popular accounts, but rather a protracted and complex war of astonishing brutality that almost led to the Spanish losing their precarious foothold in the Andes. [TVPG] R of 7/15 7pm; 7/17 11am

3PM

Nature "Encountering Sea Monsters" 00:56 #2304H (Rpt) PBS
Science fiction writers have come up with strange depictions of alien life, but nothing to rival creatures with a beak like a parrot, no bones, three hearts, blue blood, skin that can change colors, and arms growing out of lips. Scientists call them cephalopods (squid and octopus); they inhabit a world where cannibalism is a daily practice, mating can involve amputation, trickery is rife, and size means everything--and nothing. A videographer is followed into the abyss, who shares his adventures with the planet's most cryptic and clever monsters. [TVPG] R of 7/13 7pm; 7/14 11am

4PM

America's Test Kitchen from Cook's Illustrated "Shrimp Two Ways" 00:26 #824 APT
The America's Test Kitchen crew doubles their fun with recipes for garlicky shrimp with bread crumbs and shrimp salad. Taste test: canned tuna. Equipment test: kitchen timers. (24 of 26) [TVG]

4:30PM

Sara's Weeknight Meals "Mexican Made Easy" 00:26 #112 APTEX
Chef and cookbook author Roberto Santibanz shares three simple recipes anyone can make in their own kitchen, like a Simple Adobo Marinated Chicken--eat it alone or use that chicken in some Quick and Easy Quesadillas. Enchiladas made with Fresh Corn Tortillas and a tasty Green Salsa can be prepared in advance, and then just popped in the oven. Roasted Poblanos, stuffed to the brim with spinach and creamy goat cheese is sure to please. (12 of 20) [TVG]

5PM

Lidia's Italy "Sicilian Street Food" 00:26 #211 APTEX
Lidia hits the streets of Palermo to taste the some of Sicily's classic street food. Back in the kitchen, Palermo-native, Chef Fortunato Nicotra, is on hand to help Lidia prepare grouper matalotta-style and panelle--a fried chickpea polenta. [TVG]

5:30PM

Tracks Ahead Travels "Great Train Story/Hakone Tozan RR/Omaha Zoo/Puffing Billy" 00:28 #101H (Rpt) MPTV
A trip to Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry provides an update on the Great Train Story. In Japan, an exciting ride on the Hakone Tozen line--a combination of rack, rail, funicular, and aerial tram ends in an active volcanic region, known as "The Valley of Great Boiling". At the Omaha Zoo, an unusual stream-powered attraction is highlighted; and in Australia, Puffing Billy, one of the oldest operating steam locomotives on the Australian continent is featured. (1 of 9)

6PM

Classic Gospel "Let Freedom Ring (New York City)" 00:56 #308 NETA
The harmony and spirit of Southern gospel music is showcased, as artists perform This Land is Your Land, New York City, We've Got a Song For You and much more. [TVG]

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Saturday July 19, 2008

Last Updated: 07/31/2008 17:49:32

7PM

Lawrence Welk Show "Tribute to Bing Crosby" 00:57 #1146 OETA
Lawrence pays tribute to "one of the greatest entertainers the world has ever known"--Bing Crosby! Tom Netherton sings one of Crosby's most romantic ballads, "Moonlight Becomes You," Sandi, Gail and Mary Lou have fun with "Swinging on a Star," Joe Feeney croons "Too Ra Loo Ra Loo Ra," the lovely Irish lullaby from Crosby's Academy Award-winning movie, "Going My Way," and Norma Zimmer and Jimmy Roberts blend their voices in "True Love." Guest: Anacani.

8PM

Best of the Jack Benny Show "Lawrence Welk" 00:25 #102 APTSY
Jack's guest from this 1954 show is big-band leader Lawrence Welk. (2 of 13) [TVG]

8:30PM

Game Show Classics "What's My Line" 00:29 #102 SCOTT
John Daley hosted this game shows that asked panelists to guess the unusual occupations of the contestants. (2 of 6) R on 8/30 8:30pm

9:01PM

Travelscope "Valencia, Spain" 00:26 #207 APTEX
Author and Host Joseph Rosendo goes to sunny Valencia to rub shoulders with the locals at their cafes, pubs and local markets. He visits the city's textile and ceramic artisans and gets the inside story on Las Fallas--Valencia's yearly fiery celebration. (7 of 13) [TVG]

9:30PM

Rudy Maxa's World "Mendoza, Argentina" 00:26 #111 APTEX
The heart of Argentine wine country is nestled in a valley beneath the snow-capped Andes whose iconic summit, Aconcagua, is the highest in the Western hemisphere. Glacial runoff from the mountain range feeds the miles of vineyards that, along with fruit and vegetable farms, blanket the lowlands. Rudy drives into the thin air of the Andes, visiting the graveyard of those who died trying to summit Aconcagua. His choice for high-altitude adventure: getting soaked while whitewater rafting. Back at sea level, he meets winemakers whose well-priced and elegant Malbecs are shaking up the world's wine market. A lunch of grilled meats prepared by gauchos in the middle of a vineyard is a reminder that the cowboy life is very much alive in this stunning region. (11 of 13) [TVG]

10PM

Austin City Limits "Los Lonely Boys/The Gourds" 00:56 #3209Z (Rpt) PBSPL
An evening of diverse Texas roots rock--First, San Angelo trio Los Lonely Boys consolidates its massive success with songs from Sacred, its latest slab of "Texican rock & roll." Then the Gourds bring their iconoclastic country/folk/Tex-Mex/Cajun rock to the stage with tunes from their latest album Heavy Ornamentals and crowd-pleasing favorites from their early years. [TVG] R of 7/13 3pm; 7/17 1pm; 7/17 11pm

11PM

Doctor Who "The Girl in the Fireplace" 00:44 #1004 APTSY
The Doctor (David Tennant) finds love and evil droids in 18th-century France. Madame de Pompadour is being haunted by a stranger called the Doctor. Can he save her from the clockwork killers? (4 of 13) [TVPG]

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