Sunday July 22, 2007

Last Updated: 07/31/2007 17:43:35

Midnight

Blues "Piano Blues" 01:56 #107Z (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
Director--and actor/piano player--Clint Eastwood (Play Misty for Me, Bird, Unforgiven) explores his life-long passion for the piano blues, using a treasure trove of rare historical acts as well as interviews and performances by such living legends as Pinetop Perkins and Jay McShann, as well as Dave Brubeck and Marcia Ball. Final program of the season. [TVPG]

2AM

Travels to the Edge with Art Wolfe "Peru: Manu" 00:26 #107H APTEX
It's a place where clouds conceal rare birds, animals blend into the forest, predators hide in the shadows and native peoples are disappearing. Manu, in southern Peru, belongs to the largest area of protected rain forest in the Amazon. Art goes downriver and encounters spectacular birds, animals and peoples of the Amazon, who together are struggling to survive. (Pt. 7 of 13). [TVG] R of 7/21 5pm

2:30AM

Desert Speaks "Sonora's Forgotten River" 00:26 #1711H APTEX
Life along the Rio San Miguel has remained relatively unchanged for the last 300 years. David Yetman and Mexican ecologist Alberto Burquez trace the river through Sonora, Mexico, to see how life has adapted to its unpredictable flow. The trip begins in Magdalena de Kino, with a stop at Father Kino's monument, before heading south to the city of Cucurpe. With the assistance of local resident Don Beto Cruz, Yetman surveys the local river vegetation thriving during the summer monsoon. Further south the landscape becomes more modern as local farms give way to sprawling cities. [TVG] R on 8/6 5pm; 8/7 2am

3AM

Damrell's Fire 00:56 APT (DVS)
On a mild November weekend in 1872, a spark in a downtown basement eventually reduced Boston's commercial center to 65 acres of rubble. But the damage, including the loss of life, could have been much worse. The extraordinary life is traced of John Damrell, the courageous fire chief who directed the defense that saved the city's densely populated neighborhoods. He would forever change firefighting history, by shifting the nation's focus from saving not only property, but lives. Concerned with the water supply, lack of fire equipment, and delayed response times, Damrell advocated long-term improvements in construction practices and the establishment of inspection services, with the authority to enforce fire and building codes. A virtual model of 1872 Boston is included, along with turn-of-the-century archival films, rare full-color lithographs, evocative original music, and trenchant interviews with historians and firefighters. [TVG]

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 7/23 4am; 7/24 4am; 7/25 4am

4:30AM

MotorWeek "Ford Escape Hybrid" 00:26 #2646Z PBSPL
Road Test: 2007 Ford Escape Hybrid; Road Test: The race-ready 2007 Porsche 911 GT3; Goss' Garage: Online Repair Pitfalls; Over The Edge: So You Want to Drive a Stock Car?; and Long-Term Road Test Update: Audi A3 and Chevrolet Suburbaru. Available in Spanish on the Second Audio Program. [TVG] R on 7/23 4:30am; 7/23 3:30pm; 7/24 4:30am

5AM

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 of 7/19 5:30am; 7/20 5am; 7/21 5:30am

5:30AM

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 7/23 5am

6AM

JAKERS! The Adventures of Piggley Winks "Judging A Book By Its Cover" 00:28 #203H (Rpt) PBS
When Meg is going to watch a DVD rather than read the book it's based on, Grandpa recalls the first time he ever got a book without pictures. As young Piggley reads the story, he imagines himself as the book's hero, Finn McCoul. [TVY] R on 8/22 6am

6:30AM

It's A Big Big World "Oko's Birthday/Spinning A Tale" 00:28 #134H (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
Smooch and Winslow eat the fruit for Oko's birthday . Wartz tries to make a web to catch flies. [TVY] R on 7/25 6:30am; 8/23 6:30am; 8/29 6:30am

7AM

Guns, Germs, and Steel: A National Geographic Presentation "The Crucible of Civilization" 00:56 #101Z (Rpt) PBS
Jared Diamond's sometimes-controversial theories about the course of human civilization are presented. The first episode of three proposes that a society's potential for advanced development was not determined by race or creed, or by time and experience, but by access to domesticated animals and cultivated plants. Diamond's Pulitzer Prize-winning work offers a revealing look at the rise and fall of societies through the lens of geography, technology, biology, and economics--forces symbolized by the power of guns, germs, and steel. The series spans five continents, and uses historical re-enactments to illustrate Diamond's theories, explaining why societies developed differently in different parts of the world--and why some became conquerors, and others--the conquered. Jared Diamond hosts. [TVPG] R on 8/2 2pm

8AM

Guns, Germs, and Steel: A National Geographic Presentation "The Clash of Civilizations" 00:56 #102Z (Rpt) PBS
The second episode explores the impact of weapons and disease in shaping the conquest of the New World. Jared Diamond hosts. [TVPG] R of 7/13 11am

9AM

Guns, Germs, and Steel: A National Geographic Presentation "The Haves and Have-Nots" 00:56 #103Z (Rpt) PBS
The third episode of three examines the development and colonization of Africa by South Africans and Europeans, and explains why geography is still a factor in forming the divide between those with money and resources and those without. Jared Diamond hosts. [TVPG] R of 7/13 12noon

10AM

In Their Footsteps of Faith 00:58 (Rpt)

11AM

InterCHANGE "Terrorism/Midwest Air Update/Jude: Fed Court/Bucks" 00:26 #1234H WMVS
Panelists: Denise Callaway (moderator), Kathleen Dunn, Kevin Fischer, Rick Horowitz, and Perfecto Rivera discuss terrorism and the new National Intelligence Report. In local news, a progress report on AirTran and Midwest; an update on the Frank Jude case as it begins in federal court; and, a debate on whether the Bucks first round pick, Yi Jianlian will ever play for the team. R of 7/20 6:30pm

11:30AM

Anatomy of a Hurricane 00:26 PBS
This program goes inside the National Hurricane Center in Miami, Florida, during the 2004 hurricane season. With satellite images courtesy of NOAA and NASA, the program takes a revealing look at the stressful work of the dedicated staff who deal with unique and unexpected challenges, and struggle to make the most accurate predictions. [TVPG]

Noon

Ferrets: The Pursuit of Excellence 00:56 PBS
Ohio's annual Ferret Buckeye Bash is the largest and most popular ferret show in the country. Hundreds of top breeders, seasoned experts and ferret enthusiasts pamper and parade their pets in a quest for prizes and prestige. Though these mischievous and often quirky creatures are unlikely show animals, the competition is intense. Tension is high as judges cast critical eyes over the bone structure, muscle mass and temperament of each furry critter. The tiny competitors, however, don't understand what all the fuss is about: they're too busy creating mayhem when no one's watching. [TVPG]

1PM

History Detectives "Dueling Pistols/Evelyn Nesbit Portrait/Little Big Horn Bayonet" 00:56 #205Z (Rpt) PBS
Dueling Pistols: A San Francisco bank owns two antique pistols, allegedly used in the last great duel on U.S. soil, between abolitionist Senator David Broderick, and then-California Supreme Court Justice David Terry, fought in 1856. An employee wants to know if the guns are authentic--and more about the duel. Evelyn Nesbit Portrait: A woman owns a portrait she believes is a lost masterpiece by one of America's greatest artists, Howard Chandler Christy. The painting's subject may be Evelyn Nesbit, who came to fame in 1906, when her husband killed an architect accused of "taking advantage" of her. The resulting scandal became the "trial of the century." Is this painting authentic? Little Big Horn Bayonet: The home of General Edward Godfrey holds a secret. Renovations revealed an old bayonet in the attic rafters. Could it have been used in General George Custer's battle of Little Big Horn--silent witness to a massacre? [TVG] R on 8/24 1pm

2PM

Warplane "Age of Stealth" 00:56 #104Z (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
Over the trenches of WW I, the "eye in the sky" had been indispensable. Since then, developers have worked endlessly to make planes harder to spot and shoot down. Speed worked at first, then the ability to fly high, but each advance was eventually met by a counter-advance that all but neutralized it. Until, that is, the birth of the computer. With the computer age came avionics-systems to control planes that humans could never fly. These systems, combined with new materials, designs and paints, as well as the unwavering commitment and singular vision of men like Skunk Works' Ben Rich, gave rise to the most recent revolution in military aviation-stealth planes. These planes are all but invisible to enemy eyes. Stealth technology has transformed warfare, and together with ever-advanced precision ordnance and purely autonomous planes, has positioned the world's most advanced air forces for a future where in-cockpit pilots may no longer be necessary. Final program in a 4-part series. [TVPG] R on 7/24 2pm; 8/31 10am

3PM

Ferrets: The Pursuit of Excellence 00:56 PBS
Ohio's annual Ferret Buckeye Bash is the largest and most popular ferret show in the country. Hundreds of top breeders, seasoned experts and ferret enthusiasts pamper and parade their pets in a quest for prizes and prestige. Though these mischievous and often quirky creatures are unlikely show animals, the competition is intense. Tension is high as judges cast critical eyes over the bone structure, muscle mass and temperament of each furry critter. The tiny competitors, however, don't understand what all the fuss is about: they're too busy creating mayhem when no one's watching. [TVPG]

4PM

Chefs A' Field: Kids on the Farm "California Strawberries: Chefs Mitch & Steve Rosenthal & Kids - San Francisco, CA" 00:26 #104H APTEX
America's best chefs and their kids venture to farms, fishing boats and ranches to discover the origins of great food. Trout with Strawberry Salad; Strawberry, Priscutto and Arugula Country Biscuits are prepared. (4 of 13). [TVG] R on 7/23 1am

4:30PM

Endless Feast "New Hampshire" 00:26 #107H APTEX
Under the boughs of fruit trees at New Hampshire's Gould Hill Orchard, Chef Andrew Gruel creates a meal of venison, trout and produce gathered from seven local farms and a dairy. [TVG] R on 7/23 1:30am

5PM

Kid Fitness "Sugar The Sloth" 00:26 #205H APT [TVY] R on 7/23 2am

5:30PM

Seasoned Traveler "Retiring to Panama" 00:26 #212Z APT
Panama has emerged as a leading retirement destination for Americans, and a great place to buy a second home. George Bauer starts out in the bustling capital, Panama City, then heads to the lush oasis of the Gamboa Rainforest and the beautiful Chiriqui Mountains near the little farming town of Boquete-an area that is becoming a magnet for American retirees. The episode includes information on the significant incentives offered to Americans who move to this "retirement-friendly" country. [TVG] R on 7/23 2:30am

6PM

Sleeping Monsters, Sacred Fires: Volcanos of New Mexico 00:26 APTEX
For 25 million years, volcanoes spewed molten rock and ash across New Mexico, forming craters, super volcanoes, cinder cones, lava flows and peak-less mountains. Over time, these massive eruptions also planted the seeds of civilization and shaped the identity of New Mexico and its people, particularly American Indians. This film captures stunning examples of volcanoes across the southwestern state. Volcanologists and geologists elucidate the mysteries of these geological marvels and consider when the next "sleeping monster" will awaken. [TVG]

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

Sunday July 22, 2007

Last Updated: 07/31/2007 17:43:35

6:30PM

Predator Legends 00:26 APTEX
To many, the West is an idea, a notion of open spaces and freedom--a place infused with wildness. Some say this wildness comes not only from mountains and deserts, but from animals like the grizzly bears, cougars, and wolves who have always called the West home. This program goes in search of the meaning these large predators evoke for people of the northwest U.S. Filmed in Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming, amid the sweeping habitats of these animals, the camera captures images of the living legends, and the people most familiar with them. [TVRE]

7PM

Nature "Cloud's Legacy: The Wild Stallion Returns" 00:56 #2105Z (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
The chronicle of a western icon continues. Emmy-winning wildlife filmmaker Ginger Kathrens provides an intimate glimpse into the complex social structures of wild horses, and illustrates the perils these animal confront. The programm captures the grandeur of a magnificent land of windswept mountain ridges, deep canyons, and dense forests. But it is the stallion, Cloud, and his family, who carry the story along. [TVPG] R on 7/22 10pm; 7/23 2pm; 7/24 9am

8PM

P.O.V. "The Chances of the World Changing" 01:26 #2005Z PBS
A decade ago, after an epiphany at a New York restaurant, Richard Ogust began dedicating his time and resources to rescuing endangered turtles--confiscating hundreds bound for Southeast Asian food markets. When the filmmakers catch up with the 50-year-old writer, he is sharing his Manhattan loft with 1,200 turtles, including five species extinct in the wild. But his growing "ark" and preservation efforts are threatening to exhaust him, both mentally and financially. With luminous images and a haunting musical score, the film examines two years in the life of a man who finds himself struggling to save hundreds of lives, including his own. [TVPG] R on 7/22 11pm

9:30PM

PBS Previews: The War - A Ken Burns Film 00:26 PBS
A preview of the seven-part documentary series on the history and horror of the Second World War, directed and produced by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick. Featuring excerpts from the series, insights from the on-screen participants, a behind-the-scenes look at production, and thoughts from the producers. [TVPG]

10PM

Nature "Cloud's Legacy: The Wild Stallion Returns" 00:56 #2105Z (Rpt) PBS (DVS)
The chronicle of a western icon continues. Emmy-winning wildlife filmmaker Ginger Kathrens provides an intimate glimpse into the complex social structures of wild horses, and illustrates the perils these animal confront. The programm captures the grandeur of a magnificent land of windswept mountain ridges, deep canyons, and dense forests. But it is the stallion, Cloud, and his family, who carry the story along. [TVPG] R on 7/23 2pm; 7/24 9am; 7/24 9pm

11PM

P.O.V. "The Chances of the World Changing" 01:26 #2005Z PBS
A decade ago, after an epiphany at a New York restaurant, Richard Ogust began dedicating his time and resources to rescuing endangered turtles--confiscating hundreds bound for Southeast Asian food markets. When the filmmakers catch up with the 50-year-old writer, he is sharing his Manhattan loft with 1,200 turtles, including five species extinct in the wild. But his growing "ark" and preservation efforts are threatening to exhaust him, both mentally and financially. With luminous images and a haunting musical score, the film examines two years in the life of a man who finds himself struggling to save hundreds of lives, including his own. [TVPG] R of 7/17 9pm; 7/18 12:30am; 7/19 2:30pm

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