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Schedule Highlights April 20 to April 26
Monday, April 20
Antiques Roadshow - 250 Years of Americana Roadshow discoveries reflecting 250 years of American art, artifacts, crafts and collectibles including a flag quilt, ca. 1880, a Tiffany Studios turtle back glass shade, ca. 1915 and an 1884 Edison light bulb. One reaches $300K. 7:00 pm
American Revolution - In Order to Be Free Opposition in colonial North America to British policies over taxes, land, and sovereignty escalates into violent confrontation. Fighting in Massachusetts ignites a war that gives common cause to thirteen otherwise disunited colonies. 8:00 pm
Tuesday, April 21
- American Revolution - An Asylum for Mankind As New Englanders work to force the British Army from Boston, Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army. In July 1776, Congress declares American independence, insisting on the people's right to resist tyranny. 8:00 pm
Wednesday, April 22
Nature - Legendary Tigers of India Ranthambore National Park in northern India is known for its spectacular wildlife and, specifically, its magnificent tigers and these big cats have an extraordinary story to tell. Once hunted by Queen Elizabeth II, then protected by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, these tigers have grown from a group of twelve terrified cats into a fearless clan 70-odd strong. Their territory is a set of lakes at the base of an ancient fort, rich with prey. For the last half-century, one man has followed, photographed and filmed them: the world's leading tiger expert, Valmik Thapar. Thapar has collated his archive, together with that of family and friends, to tell the definitive story of this tiger dynasty for the first time. Their rich history will open the world's eyes to the secret life of the tiger. 7:00 pm
NOVA - Rain Bomb An invisible, unpredictable atmospheric force is wreaking havoc across the globe - sinking superyachts, flattening forests, and bringing down airliners. Follow scientists as they race to understand these catastrophic weather events, exploring how they form, what causes their devastating impacts, and how we might someday learn to predict them. From high-tech simulations and drone expeditions into thunderclouds to possible links with climate change, join investigators on the cutting edge of research to discover what's truly behind these terrifying 'rain bombs' and how we can protect ourselves from their growing power. 8:00 pm
Wilding Wilding tells the story of a young couple who dare to bet the future of their failing, four-hundred-year-old estate on the power of nature. Relive how the pair battled entrenched traditions, and entrusted their farm's recovery to a motley mix of animals both tame and wild. It is the beginning of a grand experiment that will become one of the most significant rewilding projects in Europe. 9:00 pm
Thursday, April 23rd
Overheard with Evan Smith - Ibram X. Kendi National Book Award-winning author Ibram X. Kendi discusses his storied career and his book "Malcolm Lives!: The Official Biography of Malcolm X for Young Readers." 7:30 pm
High School Quiz Show - Quarterfinal #4 Regents School of Austin takes on Round Rock High School in the quarterfinal round of High School Quiz Show: Austin. __8:00 pm __
Making of a Million: Daytripping with the Nature Conservancy in Texas - Fresh Water Summary Every Texan knows the magic of diving into a cool swimming hole, reeling in a big one on the lake, tubing down the river, running through sprinklers, or just turning on the tap. Water is more than ritual and recreation - it's our most valuable resource. Our lives and millions of animals depend on it. So how do we celebrate our freshwater while protecting it? I'm on a mission to find out. 8:30 pm
Stars at Night This program explores the connections between astronomy, mythology, and original storytelling. Join us in one of America's last dark skies to discover what impact light pollution has had on our environment, culture, and the stories we tell. The Stars at Night is a journey of young filmmakers, experts, artists and writers to the darkest skies around. 9:00 pm
Friday, April 24
Great Performances - Now Hear This | The Call of Istanbul Explore the layered sounds of Istanbul where empires met and music evolved with host Scott Yoo and Turkish musicians from European classical music to modern jazz. 8:00 pm
International Jazz Day from Abu Dhabi Celebrate the International Jazz Day All-Star Concert in Abu Dhabi with performances by Herbie Hancock, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Kurt Elling,Jose James, John McLaughlin, Helene Mercier, Danilo Perez, Arturo Sandoval, and more. Hosted by Jeremy Irons. 9:00 pm
Saturday, April 25
Wild Foods - Maine Travel Downeast Maine with host Kevin Chap to meet members of the Passamaquoddy tribe who have been harvesting blueberries for generations. Explore the dense forests, estuaries, and harbors that produce Maine's famed oysters and lobsters, and then meet the chef who is creating innovative dishes with Maine's award-winning seafood. 11:30 am
Central Texas Gardener - Just Add Water: Pond Gardens Enchant your garden with easy-care, wildlife-friendly pond plants. Steve Kainer from Hill Country Water Gardens and Nurseries explains how to fertilize and divide. A garden that started from scratch grew beyond fence lines with philosophy and art. Colleen Dieter from Central Texas Seed Savers packages seeds for library "check-out." 4th grader Adler Asher shows why prairies matter to our future. 12:00 pm
Austin City Limits - Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit Celebrated singer-songwriter Jason Isbell and his band the 400 Unit hit the Austin City Limits stage in a radiant hour showcasing highlights from their acclaimed LP Weathervanes. 7:00 pm
Sunday, April 26
Call The Midwife - Season 15, Episode 6 An expectant father receives a life-threatening diagnosis. Trixie assists a female wrestler after a headlock goes wrong. Dr. Turner learns shocking news that implicates the future of the maternity house. 7:00 pm
The Forsytes on Masterpiece -Episode 6 Soames commissions a country house, despite Irene's distress. As Louisa faces a fresh start, Jo decides his future. Ann reveals a dark secret. 8:00 pm
The Count of Monte Cristo on Masterpiece - Providence Now deeply entrenched in Paris high society, Edmond meddles in the lives of those he wishes to destroy. But the stakes change when poison is stolen from his lab and is used in a murder. Meanwhile, Edmond struggles to conceal his identity from Mercedes. 9:00 pm
Puzzle Lady Meet Bakerbury's newest and most famous resident - Cora Felton, AKA "The Puzzle Lady." Cora's eccentric, no-nonsense approach proves a perfect way to outwit the murderers, con men and corrupt officials that stand in her way. Despite hiding a secret which would ruin her and those around her, she has a remarkable talent for solving murders.And, Bakerbury isn't as sleepy as it looks. 10:00 pm