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Austin PBS Highlights

Schedule Highlights July 7 to July 13

Monday, July 7th

Stockholm is not only home to the global giant Spotify but also boasts a vibrant music scene that spans genres and communities. In this episode, Steph dives into Stockholm’s musical layers, exploring how it helps combat long winters and brings communities together. Join her as she discovers how this city remains at the forefront of the music industry while nurturing a diverse artistic landscape. City of Songs Stockholm at 9:00 pm.

Gene Hackman: Star of the Silver Screen explores the remarkable career of the legendary actor (1930-2025), a two-time Academy Award winner for his roles in The French Connection and Unforgiven. The documentary includes clips from his breakout role in Bonnie and Clyde and other notable dramas such as The Conversation, Hoosiers and Mississippi Burning. Hackman was also a talented comic actor, as shown in Get Shorty, The Birdcage and The Royal Tenenbaums. Gene Hackman: Star of the Silver Screen at 9:30 pm.

In Colombia's most consequential election, Black activist Francia Marquez rises from rural organizer to presidential candidate, challenging centuries of racial and social exclusion. Filmed over fifteen years, this intimate portrait captures how Marquez transforms a grassroots movement into a powerful force for change, inspiring millions to reimagine their nation's future and their place within it. POV Igualada: Refusing to Know Your Place at 10:15 pm.

Tuesday, July 8th

New Series. The greatest artworks in western civilization emerged from one of the bloodiest periods in history. This series explores the lives of three of the greatest artists in history - Michelangelo, Leonardo and Raphael - as they craft beauty from chaos. Episode One: Experience Michelangelo and Leonardo clash and compete in the fierce world of Renaissance Italy, as they navigate a deadly world of powerful patrons, violent warfare and artistic rivalry. Renaissance: The Blood and the Beauty Rise at 8:00 pm.

This week on On Story, we're joined by Joe Lawson and Alison Flierl, two writers from the beloved adult, animated comedy Bojack Horseman. Lawson and Flierl discuss their work writing for seasons two and three and techniques behind exploring the human condition through an anthropomorphic horse. On Story Script to Screen: Bojack Horseman at 10:00 pm.

Wednesday, July 9th

Take a look in the mirror... do you like what you see? From biotech labs to beaver ponds, from New York Fashion Week to Chile's textile graveyards, Shane unravels how the trends we chase to fit in and stand out leave a lasting mark on our planet. Human Footprint Dressed to Kill 8:00 pm.

Thursday, July 10th

A rare snowy owl's appearance in a suburban neighborhood changes lives for the better. SoCal Snowy Owl at 7:00 pm.

Pulitzer Prize-winner and co-host of The Weekend on MSNBC Jonathan Capehart shares stories from his life, career, and his hope for continued progress in America. Overheard with Evan Smith Jonathan Capehart at 7:30 pm.

Edgar and Sara fly to Oaxaca and visit a corn farm in San Martin Tilcajete to see the man behind the heirloom corn they use at Nixta Taqueria; Beto and his General Manager drive to San Antonio to tour their tortilla purveyor's tortilla factory and get lunch at Taquitos West Avenue; Anthony and Xose have lunch at The Olive Oil Greek Restaurant and reflect on challenges they faced after high school. Taco Mafia Tradicion at 8:00 pm.

Chet explores the wild mountains of West Texas with a trip to its highest point (Mt. Livermore). He eats at the historic Indian Lodge, drives the famous Scenic Loop, and polishes it all off at a local bistro. The Daytripper Davis Mountains at 8:30 pm.

Friday, July 11th

Season Premiere. Emmy and Tony-winning actor Bryan Cranston discusses his journey from modest Hollywood beginnings to TV icon; his portrayal of Walter White in Breaking Bad and LBJ in the Broadway play and film, All the Way; and how he has navigated the complexities of fame. Live from the LBJ Library Bryan Cranston 7:30 pm.

Season Premiere. Follow talented home cooks from different regions of the country as they compete weekly with their most memorable recipes. In the final week, the top three home cooks vie for a chance to win… Episode One: Eight of the nation's top home cooks gather in the barn to share their most treasured recipes, introducing themselves to the judges with a dish that reflects their perfect meal, followed by a regional dish that represents the place they call home. Great American Recipe First Impressions at 8:00 pm.

Discover how celebrated writer Marcella Hazan shaped Italian cuisine in America. After immigrating to New York in the 1950s, she began making authentic dishes from her Italian roots and inspired millions of Americans with her cookbooks. American Masters Marcella at 9:00 pm.

Saturday, July 12th

Grammy-winning Robert Glasper and duo DOMi & JD BECK bring next-generation jazz to Austin City Limits. Joined by special guests, Glasper performs songs from his celebrated Black Radio; DOMi & JD BECK perform tunes from their debut Not Tight. Austin City Limits Robert Glasper/Domi and JD Beck at 7:00 pm.

Sunday, July 13th

A body disappears from the morgue. Is it body snatchers or did the corpse 'walk' away? The victim is the brother of Patience's friend Billy. Could Billy's brother still be alive and if he is - where has he gone and who wanted him dead? Patience My Brother’s Keeper at 7:00 pm.

Alphy and Geordie investigate when a member of a rock band is murdered. Alphy struggles with some family history. Grantchester on Masterpiece at 8:00 pm.

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