Weekly TV Schedule for PBS 6
Sunday December 13, 2015
Time
Show
12 a.m.
Rick Steves Special
Customs and practices of the holiday season are explored in England, France, Switzerland and more.
2 a.m.
Carpenters: Close to You (My Music Presents)
The band's' career is traced."(They Long to Be) Close to You" and "Top of the World" are featured.
3:30 a.m.
Echoes of Creations
Emmy-award winning filmmaker Jan Nickman presents a revolutionary, visual-feast of natural wonders.
4:30 a.m.
Desert Dreams: Celebrating Five Seasons in the
The Sonoran Desert is alive with beauty. This stunning film captures the changes over the seasons.
6 a.m.
Aviators
Stallion 51 is visited for an introduction to their Unusual Attitude and Upset Recovery Program.
6:30 a.m.
7 a.m.
Time Scanners
Laser-scanning experts explore how the Inca build a city atop a mountain ridge in the Inca city.
8 a.m.
Wild Africa
Africa's vast tropical rainforest, an endless, primeval world of plants and rivers, is explored.
9 a.m.
Wild Africa
Africa's changing landscape creates grooves and basins which channel and gather precious moisture.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
Story of the Jews With Simon Schama
The story of the Jewish experience highlights ancient Jews, explorers and historical characters.
12:26 p.m.
Story of the Jews With Simon Schama
Medieval Jews struggle to preserve their identity under the rule of Christianity and Islam.
1:28 p.m.
Story of the Jews With Simon Schama
Simon Schama explores how the Enlightenment allowed Jews to integrate into modern European culture.
2:24 p.m.
Story of the Jews With Simon Schama
Simon Schama examines how the Jewish people of Eastern Europe made their mark on the modern world.
3:25 p.m.
Story of the Jews With Simon Schama
Simon Schama examines how the Holocaust and creation of Israel changed what it means to be Jewish.
4:30 p.m.
Rick Steves Special
Rick Steves explores Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, a home in Bethlehem, a university in Ramallah and more.
6:30 p.m.
Father Brown: Saving Souls, Solving Crimes
This behind-the-scenes special features interviews with the co-creators and stars of "Father Brown."
8:01 p.m.
Masterpiece Classic
Rose makes a handsome new acquaintance and Edith's link to Marigold draws attention.
9 p.m.
Masterpiece Classic
While police deepen their probe, Bates tells Anna the truth. A long and painful mystery is solved.
10 p.m.
Salute to Downton Abbey
Hugh Bonneville showcases high points of the show's storyline and its memorable cast of characters.
11:30 p.m.
Deepak Chopra: The Future of God
Deepak Chopra shows how the tools of science can be used to answer fundamental spiritual questions.
Monday December 14, 2015
Time
Show
1 a.m.
Desert Dreams: Celebrating Five Seasons in the
The Sonoran Desert is alive with beauty. This stunning film captures the changes over the seasons.
2:30 a.m.
Rick Steves' Europe: Remote, Sacred, Wild
Rick Steves celebrate the wonder of the great outdoors and religious sites in Europe and beyond.
3 a.m.
Rick Steves Special
Customs and practices of the holiday season are explored in England, France, Switzerland and more.
5 a.m.
Odd Squad
Olive and Otto battle Oren and Olaf for the best chairs. Ms. O and Oscar run a top secret mission.
5:30 a.m.
Martha Speaks
Martha and Skits try to bake a cake to cheer up Helen. TD's dad OG creates a pooch perfume.
6 a.m.
Peg + Cat
The Teens help Peg and Cat figure out how to clean filthy farm animals of various sizes.
6:30 a.m.
Super Why!
The Super Readers jump into the book Judith's Happy Chanukah to learn more about the holiday.
7 a.m.
Curious George
George is an expert at making noise, so Mr. Zoobel asks for his help with a rooftop Wind Symphony.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
George learns about bidding when he bids on elephant mittens at the Corn Roast and Attic Auction.
8 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
Nick and Sally meet Astronaut Audrey and take a trip to her International Space Station.
8:30 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
Carmela the Camel teaches the kids about how camels are adapted to live in the dry, sandy desert.
9 a.m.
Sesame Street
Big Bird feels bad about himself after being teased, but Abby reminds him he is special.
9:30 a.m.
Dinosaur Train
The family meets Pauline Proganochelys, a turtle who shares her methods of defending herself.
10 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Jetta learns to be a team player when putting on a carnival. Cousin Laura and Rex come to visit.
10:30 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
T-Bone tries his best when he races Mac. Clifford and his dogs friends eat too many treats.
11 a.m.
Super Why!
The Super Readers jump into the book Judith's Happy Chanukah to learn more about the holiday.
11:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
Aviva makes a ring chip to super power her "inventuring," but it is stolen by a mysterious lemur.
12 p.m.
New Scandinavian Cooking
Tina cooks Crab and Norwegian Lobster on the grill, diving for Scallops and grills Salmon.
12:30 p.m.
European Christmas Markets
Visit charming markets in festively decorated cities and towns in Germany, France and Switzerland.
1 p.m.
Story of the Jews With Simon Schama
The story of the Jewish experience highlights ancient Jews, explorers and historical characters.
2 p.m.
Hava Nagila (The Movie)
Harry Belafonte, Leonard Nimoy Regina Spektor and others discuss the ubiquitous party song.
3 p.m.
Ballykissangel
Grainne Dooley receives a goat for her birthday and the residents of Ballyk go to the races.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
Desert Speaks
Explore the geology of Utah's San Rafael Swell and trek through Utah's Little Grand Canyon.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Antiques Roadshow
Great appraisals include a collection of 1898 Mardi Gras invitations and Julia Child's copper pans.
9 p.m.
Great Houses With Julian Fellowes
Julian Fellowes visits Burghley, which was for 500 years the home of heirs of William Cecil.
10 p.m.
Independent Lens
Muscle Shoals, Alabama is the unlikely breeding ground for some of America's most creative music.
Tuesday December 15, 2015
Time
Show
12 a.m.
Desert Speaks
Explore the geology of Utah's San Rafael Swell and trek through Utah's Little Grand Canyon.
12:30 a.m.
Nightly Business Report
Discover how to tell if your fund has risky assets in it and what you can do about it.
1 a.m.
Antiques Roadshow
Great appraisals include a collection of 1898 Mardi Gras invitations and Julia Child's copper pans.
2 a.m.
Great Houses With Julian Fellowes
Julian Fellowes visits Burghley, which was for 500 years the home of heirs of William Cecil.
3 a.m.
Independent Lens
Muscle Shoals, Alabama is the unlikely breeding ground for some of America's most creative music.
5 a.m.
Odd Squad
Olive goes undercover in a high-stakes "Rock, Paper, Scissors" game.
5:30 a.m.
Martha Speaks
Martha is asked to host a children's TV show with her friends! She comes up with a whale of a show.
6 a.m.
Peg + Cat
Babysitters Peg and Cat rescue the precocious Baby Fox from the top of his elaborate block tower.
6:30 a.m.
Peg + Cat
The Teens help Peg and Cat figure out how to clean filthy farm animals of various sizes.
7 a.m.
Curious George
George accidentally locks himself into the DJ booth at the radio station. George tries to paint.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
George spots an army of ants, something the Man with the Yellow Hat warned his messy monkey about.
8 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
The kids meet Treetop Tom and see how his tough tongue can pick food off of thorny branches.
8:30 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
Nick and Sally visit the forest of Flora-Fah-Zoom and meet creatures that depend on flowers to live.
9 a.m.
Sesame Street
Elmo and Rosita come up with a grand song for the letter "G."
9:30 a.m.
Dinosaur Train
Buddy and Tiny venture off to find a member of the first species of dinosaur that ever lived.
10 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Cleo shook everyone up when she first came to town and later, she learns to stick by her friends.
10:30 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Emily works hard for a role in the school play. Clifford tries to avoid going to the vet.
11 a.m.
Wild Kratts
The evil chef Gaston Gourmand has captured raptors in his quest to find the tastiest bird wing.
11:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
The Wild Kratts miniaturize and explore Madagascar and soon discover they made a big mistake!
12 p.m.
New Scandinavian Cooking
High atop a glacier, Tina makes a Norwegian drink and serves it with local fjord Trout.
12:30 p.m.
Christmas on the Danube
Visit cities along the Danube river and explore stunning European landscape, history and culture.
1 p.m.
Story of the Jews With Simon Schama
Medieval Jews struggle to preserve their identity under the rule of Christianity and Islam.
2 p.m.
Craft in America
Clay artist Susan Garson creates Chanukah menorahs and daring chefs make lavish gingerbread houses.
3 p.m.
Ballykissangel
Talk of Ghosts and fishing problems, meanwhile Kathleen learns to drive.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
Desert Speaks
David Yetman takes a trip to the pueblos of the Sierra Madre, where traditions are slowly dying out.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Prohibition
Widespread consumption ignites the temperance campaign and in 1917 alcohol is outlawed nationally.
10 p.m.
Frontline
An investigation into the NFL and brain injuries reveals the true health risks to football players.
11 p.m.
11:30 p.m.
Wednesday December 16, 2015
Time
Show
12 a.m.
Desert Speaks
David Yetman takes a trip to the pueblos of the Sierra Madre, where traditions are slowly dying out.
12:30 a.m.
1 a.m.
Prohibition
Widespread consumption ignites the temperance campaign and in 1917 alcohol is outlawed nationally.
3 a.m.
Frontline
An investigation into the NFL and brain injuries reveals the true health risks to football players.
4 a.m.
Independent Lens
Two grassroots coalitions fought to turn AIDS from a death sentence into a manageable condition.
5:30 a.m.
Martha Speaks
Armed with the power to bring nouns from books to life, the Announcer wreaks havoc on Wagstaff City.
6 a.m.
Peg + Cat
Peg and Cat try to make the set perfectly symmetrical for the Radio City Music Hall Blockettes.
6:30 a.m.
Peg + Cat
Babysitters Peg and Cat rescue the precocious Baby Fox from the top of his elaborate block tower.
7 a.m.
Curious George
George accidentally locks himself into the DJ booth at the radio station. George tries to paint.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
George and Steve are in a sticky situation when they accidentally eat all of Betsy's honeycomb.
8 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
Matilda the Manatee and her son Marlin teach Nick and Sally how to swim slowly and gracefully.
8:30 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
Mindy the caterpillar shows Sally how she makes silk and uses the silk thread to fix Sally's dress!
9 a.m.
Sesame Street
Oscar tries to paint a grouchy painting that will make everyone on Sesame Street angry.
9:30 a.m.
Dinosaur Train
Buddy and family ride to the North Pole and help decorate large conifer trees at a holiday party.
10 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
The new dog in town only has 3 legs. When a storm hits, Clifford's digging talent comes in handy!
10:30 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Clifford joins the circus. Cleo's friends help her with her stage fright when she performs a show.
11 a.m.
Wild Kratts
The Wild Kratts go on an underwater adventure to discover how pond animals survive in the winter.
11:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
The Kratts dive into the ocean to retrieve a creature power disc and encounter an enormous lobster.
12 p.m.
New Scandinavian Cooking
Andreas prepares hot-smoked Pork Glazed and pours a rich homemade Birch Syrup over Waffles.
12:30 p.m.
Travelscope: Christmas in Switzerland
Joseph Rosendo journeys to Lausanne, Montreux and Basel to bask in the glow of a Swiss Christmas.
1 p.m.
Story of the Jews With Simon Schama
Simon Schama explores how the Enlightenment allowed Jews to integrate into modern European culture.
3 p.m.
Ballykissangel
A stranger in town turns out to be from Avril's past. And the famous Fitzgerald's Bar might be in for a name change.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
Desert Speaks
Native Navajo families showcase the geological and spiritual history of the Glen Canyon region.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Nature
Three badger specialists in South Africa take on one of the most fearless animals in the world.
9 p.m.
Nova
A forensic investigation explores an ancient city of the dead known as the Catacombs beneath Rome.
10 p.m.
Time Scanners
Laser-scanning technology is used to uncover the engineering secrets of ancient Rome's Colosseum.
11 p.m.
11:30 p.m.
Thursday December 17, 2015
Time
Show
12 a.m.
Desert Speaks
Native Navajo families showcase the geological and spiritual history of the Glen Canyon region.
12:30 a.m.
1 a.m.
Nature
Three badger specialists in South Africa take on one of the most fearless animals in the world.
2 a.m.
Nova
A forensic investigation explores an ancient city of the dead known as the Catacombs beneath Rome.
3 a.m.
Time Scanners
Laser-scanning technology is used to uncover the engineering secrets of ancient Rome's Colosseum.
4 a.m.
American Pharaoh
An American coaches the Egyptian national soccer team as it attempts to qualify for the World Cup.
5 a.m.
Odd Squad
Ms. O has strange side effects from being sprayed by a weird plant. Olive and Otto must find a cure.
5:30 a.m.
Martha Speaks
The dogs meet Candy, an elderly dog who claims she was bit by a ball from outer space!
6 a.m.
Peg + Cat
When Santa Claus is in trouble, Peg and Cat have to make, wrap and deliver all of the presents.
6:30 a.m.
Peg + Cat
Peg and Cat try to make the set perfectly symmetrical for the Radio City Music Hall Blockettes.
7 a.m.
Curious George
George follows Gnocchi on her adventures to figure out what causes the cat to leave home and roam.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
But where others see trash, George sees treasures hidden in alleys, sidewalk, and recycling bins.
8 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About Christmas!
The Cat in the Hat, Nick and Sally help a lost reindeer find his way home in time for Christmas.
9 a.m.
Sesame Street
Alan and Telly build music equipment to help their favorite singer play a concert on Sesame Street.
9:30 a.m.
Dinosaur Train
Mr. Pteranodon and Larry go out to the Big Pond and accidentally miss the last train home.
10 a.m.
Clifford's Puppy Days
The kittens break the Menorah and try to fix it. Zo sneaks in and opens all his Hanuka presents.
10:30 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Mac runs away after tearing Jetta's favorite sweater. Jetta brags about being brave on Halloween.
11 a.m.
Wild Kratts
The Wild Kratts accidentally lose some Hispid hares in a wintery North American forest.
11:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
The Wild Kratts team embarks on a pirate adventure in the Indian Ocean and discover a castaway.
12 p.m.
New Scandinavian Cooking
Homemade Ice Cream flavored with Rose Petals, a hearty Hamburger and Sausages are prepared.
12:30 p.m.
Family Travel With Colleen Kelly
The Christmas Around the World tree display at the Museum of Science and Industry is visited.
1 p.m.
Story of the Jews With Simon Schama
Simon Schama examines how the Jewish people of Eastern Europe made their mark on the modern world.
3 p.m.
Ballykissangel
Vincent is in charge of this year’s parish fête and something appears to be bothering Siobhan.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
Parades, home altars and gaily-decorated graves welcome back the dead in this ancient tradition.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
8:47 p.m.
9:33 p.m.
10:30 p.m.
Salute to Downton Abbey
Hugh Bonneville showcases high points of the show's storyline and its memorable cast of characters.
11 p.m.
11:30 p.m.
Friday December 18, 2015
Time
Show
12 a.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
Parades, home altars and gaily-decorated graves welcome back the dead in this ancient tradition.
12:30 a.m.
1 a.m.
1:47 a.m.
2:33 a.m.
3:30 a.m.
Salute to Downton Abbey
Hugh Bonneville showcases high points of the show's storyline and its memorable cast of characters.
4 a.m.
Secrets of Chatsworth
Chatsworth Estate has been home to the distinguished Cavendish family for over five centuries.
5 a.m.
Odd Squad
In order to save humanity, Olive and Otto must locate a treasure chest that Oscar buried.
5:30 a.m.
Martha Speaks
Mrs. Demson wants Martha to appear in court after seeing and accident that destroys her furniture.
6 a.m.
Peg + Cat
Peg and Cat search the huge Mega Mall for the teens so they can enter the Zebra Guy dance contest.
6:30 a.m.
Peg + Cat
When Santa Claus is in trouble, Peg and Cat have to make, wrap and deliver all of the presents.
7 a.m.
Curious George
But where others see trash, George sees treasures hidden in alleys, sidewalk, and recycling bins.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
When two baby goats keep escaping from their pen, George and Allie try keep them penned up.
8 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
The kids shrink down in the Thingamajigger and meet the toughest animal, Wally the Waterbear.
8:30 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
In Jimmer Jammer Jungle, the kids learn how different animals spend their entire lives in trees.
9 a.m.
Sesame Street
Big Bird feels bad about himself after being teased, but Abby reminds him he is special.
9:30 a.m.
Dinosaur Train
Don makes a wish to see snow. When a big blizzard comes, Don is worried that his wish brought it.
10 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Emily meets Clifford for the first time. Everyone in town is worried about Clifford's size.
10:30 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Cleo plays naughty tricks on Clifford and T-Bone after they get spooked from hearing a scary story.
11 a.m.
Wild Kratts: A Creature Christmas
The Wild Kratts receive an alert that their favorite creatures are disappearing around the globe!
12 p.m.
New Scandinavian Cooking
Andreas makes Blue Mussels grilled with fresh Herbs and Flatfish in a Nutty Butter Sauce.
12:30 p.m.
1 p.m.
Story of the Jews With Simon Schama
Simon Schama examines how the Holocaust and creation of Israel changed what it means to be Jewish.
2 p.m.
Nova
A forensic investigation explores an ancient city of the dead known as the Catacombs beneath Rome.
3 p.m.
Ballykissangel
An old friend of Vincent’s arrives in Ballykissangel and Liam and Donal have to decide what to do with Quigley's money.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
9 p.m.
Masterpiece Classic
Rose makes a handsome new acquaintance and Edith's link to Marigold draws attention.
10 p.m.
Masterpiece Classic
While police deepen their probe, Bates tells Anna the truth. A long and painful mystery is solved.
11 p.m.
11:30 p.m.
Saturday December 19, 2015
Time
Show
12 a.m.
12:30 a.m.
1:30 a.m.
2 a.m.
Masterpiece Classic
Rose makes a handsome new acquaintance and Edith's link to Marigold draws attention.
3 a.m.
Masterpiece Classic
While police deepen their probe, Bates tells Anna the truth. A long and painful mystery is solved.
4 a.m.
Royal Paintbox
Charles, Prince of Wales, reveals a remarkable treasure trove of artistic work by his forebears.
5:30 a.m.
Wai Lana Yoga
This Mudra stimulates pressure points at the back of the palate, helping preserve the body's energy.
6 a.m.
Globe Trekker
The Museum of The Great War in the French town of Meaux and the tunnels in Vauquois are explored.
7 a.m.
P. Allen Smith's Garden Home
Plants that love the heat, plants that thrive in water and extreme decorating idea are discussed.
7:30 a.m.
Garden Smart
GardenSMART landscapes a home with the goal of creating a natural, sustainable environment.
8 a.m.
It's Sew Easy
Rebecca Kemp Brent shows how to recreate any neckline for a whole new look.
8:30 a.m.
Sew It All
Learn how to teach kids to sew with an intro to machine basics and a simple starter project.
9 a.m.
Sewing With Nancy
Create different quilt designs from a 4-patch block by changing dimensions and color.
9:30 a.m.
Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting
Patrick and Marianne walk you through the basics of raw edge applique with tips on machine quilting.
10 a.m.
This Old House Hour
An HVAC plan, a copper water main line and an interior design plan are highlighted.
11 a.m.
Chef's Life Holiday Special
Vivian Howard hosts her own vision of the season's celebrations with peanut brittle and much more.
12 p.m.
Lidia Celebrates America
Chef and restaurateur Lidia Bastianich celebrates the holiday traditions of her native Italy.
1 p.m.
Antiques Roadshow
Great appraisals include a collection of 1898 Mardi Gras invitations and Julia Child's copper pans.
2 p.m.
Great Houses With Julian Fellowes
Julian Fellowes visits Burghley, which was for 500 years the home of heirs of William Cecil.
5 p.m.
This Old House Hour
An HVAC plan, a copper water main line and an interior design plan are highlighted.
6 p.m.
Lawrence Welk Show
Norma, Randy and Mark Zimmer are the guests. "Silent Night" and "Oh Holy Night" are performed.
7 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
8 p.m.
9:02 p.m.
Hollywood at Home Ii
A sassy chorus girl falls in love with a seat-of-the-pants pilot in South America.
11:07 p.m.
11:36 p.m.
