Evan Erickson
The Dust Bowl: The Great Plow Up
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Part 1 of a two-part documentary detailing the environmental catastrophe that destroyed the farmlands of the Great Plains and caused massive dust storms during the 1930s. Firsthand stories of survivors, photos and film footage chronicle the era. TV: Tuesday, April 23 @ 7:00 p.m.Independent Lens: The Island President
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A chronicle of the first year in office of Maldives president Mohamed Nasheed, who undertakes a campaign to raise awareness about the catastrophic consequences of global warming, culminating in a trip to the 2009 Copenhagen Climate Summit. TV: Monday, April 22 @ 9:00 p.m.
Call the Midwife – Season 2 – Episode 4
Jenny and Sister Evangelina help with the birth of a baby with spina bifida. In other events, an acquaintance of Chummy's arrives at Nonnatus House and soon becomes smitten with Jane.
TV: Sunday, April 21 @ 7:00 p.m.
Energy at the Movies: 70 Years on the Big Screen
Examining various forms of energy that have been prominently portrayed in Hollywood movies, including geysers and plutonium.
TV: Saturday, April 20 @ 9:00 p.m.
Live from Lincoln Center: Stephanie Blythe Meets Kate Smith
Mezzo-soprano Stephanie Blythe performs songs made famous by the iconic Kate Smith (1907-86).
TV: Friday, April 19 @ 9:30 p.m.
Rescue in the Philippines: Refuge from the Holocaust
The story of the Frieder brothers, Cincinnati businessmen who owned a cigar factory in pre-WWII Manila, and how they helped 1200 Jews escape Nazi Germany and settle in the Philippines. The plan required the help of Manuel Quezon, the Filipino president at the time; Paul McNutt, the U.S. high commissioner of the Philippines; and an Army colonel named Dwight Eisenhower.
TV: Thursday, April 18 @ 8:00 p.m.
Guts with Michael Mosley
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Join British journalist and physician Michael Mosley to uncover the secret life of the human digestive tract in this eye-opening and detailed exploration of a part of the body we seldom see. Enter the strange and mysterious world of the human stomach! TV: Wednesday, April 17 @ 9:00 p.m.In Performance at the White House: Memphis Soul
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A celebration of the Memphis soul music of the mid- to late-1960s. Performers include Alabama Shakes, William Bell, Steve Cropper, Ben Harper, Queen Latifah, Cyndi Lauper, Joshua Ledet, Sam Moore, Charlie Musselwhite, Mavis Staples and Justin Timberlake. TV: Tuesday, April 16 @ 7:00 p.m.
Independent Lens: Wonder Women!
Examining the evolution of Wonder Woman and other female superheroes, whose depictions through the decades have often mirrored societal anxieties about strong women. The film features Lynda Carter ("Wonder Woman") and Lindsay Wagner ("The Bionic Woman").
TV: Monday, April 15 @ 9:00 p.m.
Call the Midwife – Season 2 – Episode 3
Jenny is transferred to a short-staffed hospital, where she finds herself assigned to the male surgical ward and working with an intimidating surgeon. Meanwhile, in Jenny's absence, new arrival Jane helps out at Nonnatus House.
TV: Sunday, April 14 @ 7:00 p.m.
Michael Feinstein's American Songbook: On The Air
The role that radio played in making music stars is recalled in the Season 3 finale, which features clips of such classic entertainers as Bing Crosby, Cab Calloway and Kate Smith.
TV: Saturday, April 13 @ 9:00 p.m.
Live From Lincoln Center: Josh Groban
Classical crossover star Josh Groban performs selections from his 2013 album "All That Echoes" in this concert from the Allen Room at Lincoln Center.
TV: Friday, April 12 @ 9:30 p.m.
Wilderness: The Great Debate
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A documentary that explores the needs of the 21st century vs. wilderness preservation, featuring Robert Redford. TV: Thursday, April 11 @ 9:00 p.m.
Nature: Clash Encounters of Bears and Wolves
Encounters between two of the top predators in Yellowstone National Park, grizzly bears and wolves, are highlighted.
TV: Wednesday, April 10 @ 7:00 p.m.
American Masters – Carol Burnett: A Woman of Character
A profile of comedy legend Carol Burnett, who entertained viewers each week from 1967 to 1979 with her eponymous sketch-comedy show; and branched into serious drama with such fare as the teleplay "Friendly Fire." Included: clips from her classic series.
TV: Tuesday, April 9 @ 7:00 p.m.
Independent Lens: The House I Live In
Eugene Jarecki's provocative "The House I Live In" examines America's 40-year war on drugs, which has resulted in more than $1 trillion in government spending, 45 million arrests and an incarceration rate that's the highest in the world.
TV: Monday, April 8 @ 9:00 p.m.
Call the Midwife – Season 2 – Episode 2
See how the death of a newborn affects Cynthia’s work and health.
TV: Sunday, April 7 @ 7:00 p.m.
Doc Martin – Better the Devil
Season 4 opens with Martin questioning why he remains in Portwenn. He also reunites with an old girlfriend from his medical- school days and is stunned when Louisa, who left town after he called off their marriage, returns with unexpected news.
TV: Saturday, April 6 @ 7:00 p.m.
Michael Feinstein’s American Songbook: Show Tunes
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Hear Stephen Sondheim, Angela Lansbury and Christine Ebersole talk about American musicals. TV: Friday, April 5 @ 9:30 p.m.
Talk of Alaska: Bill Streever
Combining extreme geography with extreme temperature is the specialty of Alaska science writer Bill Streever. He has been on the North Slope when it was too cold to fly, and he has walked on fire. He told us all about it on TALK OF ALASKA with Steve Heimel.
TV: Thursday, April 4 @ 7:00 p.m.