Highlights May 30 to June 5

Posted on May 27, 2022

Monday, May 30th

Get ready for some rockin', rollin' and ROADSHOW with this collection of best musical moments. Antiques Roadshow Musical Scores at 7:00 pm Monday.

Uncover West Coast wonders such as a Pablo Picasso "Grand Oiseau Vert" pot, an Ottoman zarf made around 1875, and a Tiffany Studios "Bookmark" desk set from around 1924. One of these is the big find of the night! Antiques Roadshow Portland, Hour Three at 8:00 pm Monday.

During World War II, troops would look up and say, "Here come the Sky Blossoms" - paratroopers rushing to their aid. Today, a new generation is answering that call for help. The documentary SKY BLOSSOM: DIARIES OF THE NEXT GREATEST GENERATION captures their stories. Sky Blossom: Diaries of the Next Greatest Generation at 9:00 pm Monday.

Hear the poignant stories of people grappling with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and other psychiatric conditions. Psychiatrist Kenneth Rosenberg visits ERs, jails and homeless camps to examine the national health crisis of mental illness. Independent Lens Bedlam at 10:30 pm Monday.

Tuesday, May 31st

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores with Marisa Tomei, Sheryl Sandberg and Kal Penn the tremendous challenges faced by their immigrant forebears. From Italy, Russia and India to America, their histories show success could take generations to achieve. Finding Your Roots Dreaming of a New Land at 7:00 pm Sunday.

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. helps actor Sterling K. Brown, comedian Sasheer Zamata and musician Jon Batiste discover the unexpected places their ancestors called home, providing new insight into the people and places that made them who they are today. Finding Your Roots Homecomings at 8:00 pm Tuesday.

Investigating the Minneapolis police in the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd. With Pulitzer Prize winning reporters from the Star Tribune - from the killing and protests to the trial of Derek Chauvin to the struggle for accountability. Frontline Police On Trial at 9:00 pm Tuesday.

On Honolulu's famous Waikiki Beach stand four large stones that represent a Hawaiian tradition of healing and gender diversity that is all but unknown to the millions of locals and tourists passing by. According to legend, the stones are a tribute to four mahu - people of dual male and female spirit - who brought the healing arts from Tahiti to Hawaii and used their spiritual power to cure disease. Pacific Heartbeat The Healer Stones of Kapaemahu at 10:30 pm Tuesday.

Wednesday, June 1st

The relationship between man and his noble steed is almost as old as civilization itself. Ever since the mysterious beginning of our extraordinary partnership, horses helped shape the human world. At the speed of a horse, our ancestors conquered distances and built empires. Together, humans and horses flourished side by side. What makes us so perfect for each other? Nature Equus: Story of the Horse: Chasing The Wind at 7:00 pm Wednesday.

If spacecraft OSIRIS-REx can grab a piece of an asteroid and bring it back to Earth, scientists could gain great insight into our planet's origins, and even how to defend against rogue asteroids. But NASA only gets three shots at collecting a sample. Nova Touching The Asteroid at 8:00 pm Wednesday.

Join archaeologists and divers recovering remains of ships and planes lost during World War II's epic Dunkirk operation. Discover new evidence of the ingenious technology that helped save Allied forces from defeat by the encircling Germans. Nova Great Escape at Dunkirk at 9:00 pm Wednesday.

Enjoy Texas artists from across the musical spectrum with Leon Bridges and Khruangbin. Fort Worth native Bridges performs modern R&B tunes from LP Gold-Diggers Sound. Houston trio Khruangbin plays worldbeat-tinged psych rock from its album Mordecai. Austin City Limits Leon Bridges/Khruangbin at 10:00 pm Wednesday.

Thursday, June 2nd

Celebrating 10 years of Overheard, hear from top thought leaders who have been on the show. Overheard with Evan Smith Ten Years of Overheard: Thought Leaders at 7:00 pm Thursday.

Kelly Corrigan talks with poet and museum curator, Kevin Young. Tell Me More with Kelly Corrigan Kevin Young at 7:30 pm Thursday.

Chet eats in the hottest BBQ destination in Texas. He encounters giraffes at the zoo and the reason this town is the "panther city." He explores the trendy Magnolia District and goes vegan at a local diner. Daytripper Fort Worth, TX at 8:00 pm Thursday.

A death at Stubbington Hall Sports Club, home to Causton Lions rugby team, brings DCI Barnaby and DS Winter to investigate a muddle of rucks, old grudges and new romances. Midsomer Murders The Lions of Causton, Parts 1 & 2 at 8:30 pm Thursday.

Portugal's castles are closely related to the Order of the Temple and to the creation of Portugal as an independent territory from the Muslim and Spanish kingdoms. The fortresses reveal an Arab influence dating back centuries combined with the Templar presence and Portuguese flair that made these constructions seemingly impregnable. Portugal became the last stronghold of the Knights Templar, whose mysticism and introversion gave birth to mysterious legends in the castles included in this episode: Dos Mouros, San Jorge, Evoramonte, Tomar, Almourol, Marvao, Montemor O' Velho, Braganca, Guimaraes and a special tour of the palaces of Sintras. Castles: Secrets, Mysteries and Legends Portugal at 10:01 pm Thursday.

Friday, June 3rd

When Johanna, a 16-year-old transgender Latina, begins her transition and gets kicked out of her home and school, she finds a foster family who loves her and a supportive school principal who helps her graduate and thrive. Becoming Johanna at 7:30 pm Friday.

Joe Papp, founder of The Public Theater, Free Shakespeare in the Park and producer of groundbreaking plays like Hair, A Chorus Line and for colored girls, created a "theater of inclusion" based on the belief that great art is for everyone. American Masters Joe Papp In Five Acts at 8:00 pm Friday.

Uncover hidden history and see how creators use art to advocate for good and change the world. Beyond The Canvas Art, to Change The World at 9:30 pm Friday.

Saturday, June 4th

Eric Hanson explores epic coastal hiking routes of Gaspsie and the incredible nighttime wilderness adventures in the Eastern Township of Quebec. Epic Trails Backpacking Quebec, Part 2 at 6:00 pm Saturday.

Thrill to an hour featuring eclectic country rock band the Mavericks, performing hits and songs from their acclaimed all-Spanish album En Espanol. Austin City Limits The Mavericks: En Espanol at 7:00 pm Saturday.

A Caribbean Christmas treat with the show's first-ever Christmas special. The sun-soaked, scintillating beauty of Saint Marie is rocked at Christmas time by a baffling murder, with a dazzling array of guest stars under suspicion. The feature-length episode, which concludes the show's 10th anniversary celebrations, also sees the return of Danny John Jules as Officer Dwayne Myers. When the team needs some extra help, Dwayne steps in, quickly making his presence felt in ways that they could not have anticipated. All the usual ingredients are in place for a truly unforgettable Caribbean Christmas. Death In Paradise Christmas 2021, Part 1 at 8:00 pm Saturday.

Sunday, June 5th

CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg offers insider access to the travel industry, deconstructing travel myths from the facts in segments from around the world. Plus "Hidden Gems" beyond the guidebooks; volunteer vacations; and "one-tank trips." In episode one Peter explores hidden gems of Los Cabos. Plus, a warning about buzz words in brochures and how they can be deceiving. And, the food revolution underway in Slovenia. Travel Detective with Peter Greenberg Hidden Gems of Los Cabos at 12:00 pm Sunday.

Experience Artists and staff of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center band together in preparation for the return to their home venue, proving that the trials of mounting a concert during a pandemic are outweighed by the rewards of live music. Chamber Music Society Returns Setting The Stage at 1:00 pm Sunday.

Florence, Italy was the cradle of the Renaissance and the birthplace of the modern world. From Dante to Leonardo Da Vinci to Michelangelo, this central Italian town produced the greatest concentration of artistic genius in history. In FLORENCE: THE ART OF MAGNIFICENCE, host Dr. Rocky Ruggiero tells the story of Florence through its art, architecture and history, and celebrates the legacy of the creative explosion that is still present in the city today. Florence: The Art of Magnificence at 6:00 pm Sunday.

Professor T is persuaded by a former student, now a police detective, to help her investigate a serial rapist. When he discovers his mother is trying to sell his long-abandoned family home, T makes a momentous decision. Professor T Anatomy of a Memory at 7:00 pm Sunday.

When a blameless librarian is poisoned at a reception at the Museum, Professor T is called upon to help narrow down the list of possible suspects, but not everyone on the police team is happy with Professor T's involvement in the investigation. Professor T A Fish Called Walter at 8:00 pm Sunday.

Professor T becomes embroiled in a hostage situation, but his unconventional negotiating tactics do not go down well with the police. Old flame Christina reveals all is not well with her marriage. Professor T Tiger Tiger at 9:00 pm Sunday.

A year has passed since The Hour was unceremoniously taken off air. Freddie has been fired, while Bel fought to stay - now all eyes are on the new Head of News, Randall Brown, as a force for change. The Hour Welcome Back at 10:00 pm Sunday.