Weekly TV Schedule for PBS 6
Sunday May 10, 2015
Time
Show
12 a.m.
Masterpiece Classic
Jeremy Piven stars as the flamboyant American entrepreneur who founded Selfridge's department store.
1 a.m.
1:30 a.m.
As Time Goes by
Jean and Lionel set the date for their wedding. Lionel has finished the script for the mini-series.
2:02 a.m.
Hollywood at Home Ii
A wheeler-dealer meets his brother, an institutionalized autistic-savant, heir to $3 million.
4:30 a.m.
5 a.m.
Independent Lens
A transgender teacher in Hawaii inspires a tomboyish young girl to lead an all-male hula troupe.
6 a.m.
Aviators
Go inside the cockpit during an airshow performance. Favorite single engine planes are discussed.
6:30 a.m.
7 a.m.
Nova
Undersea explorer Bob Ballard examines the wreck of a German submarine a few miles from New Orleans.
8 a.m.
Nature
A look at parrots in need of rescue focuses on Lou, a parrot who is abandoned in a foreclosed home.
9 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
12 p.m.
Rick Steves' Europe
Prague's massive castle, statue-lined bridge, evocative Jewish Quarter and more are visited.
12:30 p.m.
Rudy Maxa's World
The charming fishing towns of Nova Scotia and the vast wilderness of Newfoundland are highlighted.
1 p.m.
Globe Trekker
Shwedagon Pagoda, the most revered Buddhist temple in Myanmar, and Shan Palace are visited.
2 p.m.
Royalty Close Up: The Photography of Kent Gavin
Press photographer Kent Gavin's 50 years spent photographing Her Majesty the Queen is showcased.
2:44 p.m.
Royalty Close Up: The Photography of Kent Gavin
Kent Gavin's career highlights, including photographing Prince William's christening, are featured.
3:30 p.m.
Born to Be King
A fascinating portrait of royal childhood in Britain marks the birth of Prince George of Cambridge.
4 p.m.
Diana vs. The Queen
The troubled relationship between Elizabeth, Queen of England, and Princess Diana is chronicled.
5 p.m.
Caring for Mom & Dad
Problems in caring for the 75 million baby boomers entering their retirement years are examined.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7 p.m.
Call the Midwife
Two old friends, each pregnant with their first child, are brought together in an unexpected way.
8 p.m.
Masterpiece Classic
Jeremy Piven stars as the flamboyant American entrepreneur who founded Selfridge's department store.
9 p.m.
Wolf Hall on Masterpiece
An angry and distrustful King Henry instructs Cromwell to rid him of his second queen, Anne Boleyn.
10:05 p.m.
Vera
DCI Vera Stanhope investigates the murder of a man who was found dead on the beach at Whitley Bay.
11:35 p.m.
Spy
Marcus develops a taste for working in retail. The Examiner's appraisal doesn't go too well.
Monday May 11, 2015
Time
Show
12 a.m.
Call the Midwife
Two old friends, each pregnant with their first child, are brought together in an unexpected way.
1 a.m.
Masterpiece Classic
Jeremy Piven stars as the flamboyant American entrepreneur who founded Selfridge's department store.
2 a.m.
Wolf Hall on Masterpiece
An angry and distrustful King Henry instructs Cromwell to rid him of his second queen, Anne Boleyn.
3:05 a.m.
Vera
DCI Vera Stanhope investigates the murder of a man who was found dead on the beach at Whitley Bay.
4:35 a.m.
Spy
Marcus develops a taste for working in retail. The Examiner's appraisal doesn't go too well.
5 a.m.
Sid the Science Kid
Sid learns that rain comes from clouds and is really important because it helps living things grow.
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
The team uses the Time Trampoline to jump back in time to meet the extinct Dodo Bird of Mauritius.
6 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
The dogs are influenced by dog food advertisements. T-Bone's old best buddy Burger comes to visit.
6:30 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Jetta and Emily trade dogs. Cleo and Mac try to teach Clifford fancy manners for a party.
7 a.m.
Curious George
George is so anxious for Dumpling Duck's eggs to hatch that he takes over as chief egg-sitter.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
It's Lake Wannasink Lake's anniversary and George is in charge of the town's 100-year-old flag.
8 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
The kids visit Jumpalaroo to learn how to jump from grasshoppers, a kangaroo and even a flea!
8:30 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
The kids get dancing lessons from one of the best dancers in the world, Tango a bird of paradise!
9 a.m.
10 a.m.
Dinosaur Train
Buddy wonders if he'll grow horns when he gets older and he visits dinosaurs called Stygimoloch,
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Martha Speaks
T.D. uses a time machine to bring a dinosaur from the past. Carolina coaches the football team.
11:30 a.m.
Peg + Cat
Peg and Cat use a map to help George Washington and his team cross the Delaware River.
12 p.m.
Simply Ming
Ming visits Adelaide, also known as Australian wine country. Pork Adobo with Muntrie Jam is made.
12:30 p.m.
Hubert Keller: Secrets of a Chef
Tomahawk Steak with Bearnaise sauce and Pommes Byron, a French potato treat, are served.
1 p.m.
Mr. & Mrs. Murder
A flying mirror kills a controversial designer on the catwalk at the finale of his runway show.
2 p.m.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries
After years abroad, Miss Phryne Fisher returns to Melbourne and is soon embroiled in mystery.
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.
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.
Antiques Roadshow
A Pete Seeger autographed sign and an 1854 Edward Beyer panoramic oil painting are showcased.
9 p.m.
Antiques Roadshow
Highlights include a 1958 signed letter by Martin Luther King Jr. and an Andy Warhol lithograph.
10 p.m.
Independent Lens
The evolution of choreographer and architect Elizabeth Streb's movement philosophy is traced.
11 p.m.
Tuesday May 12, 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.
Antiques Roadshow
A Pete Seeger autographed sign and an 1854 Edward Beyer panoramic oil painting are showcased.
2 a.m.
Antiques Roadshow
Highlights include a 1958 signed letter by Martin Luther King Jr. and an Andy Warhol lithograph.
3 a.m.
Independent Lens
The evolution of choreographer and architect Elizabeth Streb's movement philosophy is traced.
4 a.m.
4:30 a.m.
America by the Numbers With Maria Hinojosa
Guam, a US territory in the Pacific, is visited to speak to some of the island's military veterans.
5 a.m.
Sid the Science Kid
Sid discovers that sunblock protects his skin and learns about the ways the sun helps the Earth.
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
Chris and Martin try to help a lion named "He who breathes fire" get back to his pride.
6 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Clifford accidentally looks like a T-shirt from the '60's. Emily helps Mary overcome stage fright.
6:30 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Cleo pays too much attention to K.C. when he comes to visit. Mac is disappointed about the rain.
7 a.m.
Curious George
When George hears about the annual soapbox derby, he enlists Allie to help him make a cool car.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
Hundley wishes he was taller. George and Marco try to help by giving him stilts and platform shoes.
8 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
The kids are painting a picture of a rainbow and get help from color expert King Kaleidoscope.
8:30 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
The kids go on a pirate adventure by following a treasure map! Termites help the kids make a tower.
9 a.m.
10 a.m.
Dinosaur Train
Buddy meets Delores Tyrannosaurus and her daughter Annie and learns they share the same features.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Martha Speaks
Martha and her canine co-workers pitch in to run Tio Jorge's market when everyone else is busy.
11:30 a.m.
Peg + Cat
Peg and Cat learn certain math skills by doing farm chores to compete in a butter sculpting contest.
12 p.m.
Simply Ming
Seared Blue Fin Tuna with Cured Egg Yolk and a Buttermilk Tempura "Surf & Turf" are cooked up.
12:30 p.m.
Hubert Keller: Secrets of a Chef
Anchoiade with Crudite Platter and Pepper-Flecked, Slow-Roasted Hawaiian Swordfish are prepared.
1 p.m.
Vera
DCI Vera Stanhope and DS Joe Ashworth investigate a suspicious death in an army barracks.
2:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
Ballykissangel
Father Mac confronts Vincent when he finds out that Lyn and Barry are married.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
The Brazilian city of Belem is a showcase of products from the great Amazon river basin.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Roosevelts: An Intimate History
Theodore Roosevelt transforms the office of the presidency. FDR courts and weds Eleanor Roosevelt.
10 p.m.
Frontline
FRONTLINE investigates the spread of dangerous pathogens in our meat, particularly poultry.
11 p.m.
Wednesday May 13, 2015
Time
Show
12 a.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
The Brazilian city of Belem is a showcase of products from the great Amazon river basin.
12:30 a.m.
1 a.m.
Roosevelts: An Intimate History
Theodore Roosevelt transforms the office of the presidency. FDR courts and weds Eleanor Roosevelt.
3 a.m.
Frontline
FRONTLINE investigates the spread of dangerous pathogens in our meat, particularly poultry.
4 a.m.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries
After years abroad, Miss Phryne Fisher returns to Melbourne and is soon embroiled in mystery.
5 a.m.
Sid the Science Kid
Sids visits a place that is very cold and learns that temperatures are different all over the world!
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
Aviva and Koki accidentally miniaturize themselves and get carried away by termites.
6 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Mac discovers his special talent. The dogs go out of their way to impress a famous dog champion.
6:30 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Clifford allows his friends to use his favorite blanket, but he gets upset when they get it dirty.
7 a.m.
Curious George
Jade the color-changing chameleon escapes after George accidentally leaves her cage door open.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
George and Allie are determined to help Howie the Hog win a blue ribbon at the state fair.
8 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
Sally and Nick are so excited to go ice skating tomorrow they can't asleep! Boris the bear can help!
8:30 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
The most fantabulous decorator, Stan the bower bird, shows the kids how to decorate for their party.
9 a.m.
10 a.m.
Dinosaur Train
Buddy and Tiny spend some time on the train with the Conductor who is a Troodon with a great memory.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Martha Speaks
Armed with the power to bring nouns from books to life, the Announcer wreaks havoc on Wagstaff City.
11:30 a.m.
Peg + Cat
Peg and Cat help pirates put together a puzzle and then the four sections of their sinking ship.
12 p.m.
Simply Ming
Gratin Dauphinois with Grilled Flat Iron Steak and Colin Cowie's Gratin of Linguine are served.
12:30 p.m.
Hubert Keller: Secrets of a Chef
Burrata with Garden Pea Ice Cream, Pickled Cherry Tomatoes and Spicy Paprika Oil are served.
1 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
Lake Superior, the world's largest lake, supports thousands of residents along its forested shores.
2 p.m.
Wolf Hall on Masterpiece
An angry and distrustful King Henry instructs Cromwell to rid him of his second queen, Anne Boleyn.
3:05 p.m.
Monarch of the Glen
Archie MacDonald is called to his ailing father’s bedside, at a lochside mansion in the Scottish Highlands.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
Visit new excavations within the Tikal temples and join a festival at the home of Maya descendants.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Nature
The challenges of young animals all over the world as they prepare to leave home are explored.
9 p.m.
Nova
As carbon emissions raise the oceans' acidity, experts try to crack the code of a changing seas.
10 p.m.
Super Skyscrapers
Shanghai Tower is a skyscraper and a vertical city that is a testament to China's economic success.
11 p.m.
Thursday May 14, 2015
Time
Show
12 a.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
Visit new excavations within the Tikal temples and join a festival at the home of Maya descendants.
12:30 a.m.
1 a.m.
Nature
The challenges of young animals all over the world as they prepare to leave home are explored.
2 a.m.
Nova
As carbon emissions raise the oceans' acidity, experts try to crack the code of a changing seas.
3 a.m.
Super Skyscrapers
Shanghai Tower is a skyscraper and a vertical city that is a testament to China's economic success.
4 a.m.
E Haku Inoa: To Weave a Name
A filmmaker unites her scattered family in an effort to learn the meaning of her Hawaiian name.
5 a.m.
Sid the Science Kid
Sid learns that wind is strong enough to make waves, move sail boats and blow away a pile of leaves!
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
After taking a nasty tumble, Matt and Chris set off on a mission to find and recreate Spider silk.
6 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
A small dog is envious of Clifford's size. Clifford & T-Bone make adjustments for their friendship.
6:30 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
T-Bone tries not to be afraid let after seeing a movie. Jetta tries to win a model-building contest.
7 a.m.
Curious George
George figures out how to take the subway all the way to the zoo. George finds a broken water pump.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
George fantasizes about a life where everything, cars, cakes and yellow hats, are monkey-sized.
8 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
The kids go on a pirate adventure by following a treasure map! Termites help the kids make a tower.
8:30 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
The kids visit Jumpalaroo to learn how to jump from grasshoppers, a kangaroo and even a flea!
9 a.m.
Sesame Street
Cookie Monster is tempted to take Abby's wand so he can use magic to make all kinds of cookies.
10 a.m.
Dinosaur Train
Dad gives the kids a mystery feather and they become "detectives" and meet Valerie Velociraptor.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Martha Speaks
Professor Monkey's wacky inventions propel Martha into a world of new adventures.
11:30 a.m.
Peg + Cat
Peg's girl group the Pentagirls has a big show, featuring a hit song about flips, slides and turns.
12 p.m.
Simply Ming
Wonton Noodle Soup is served. Food and Wine Editor-in-Chief Dana Cowin prepares Udon Noodle Soup.
12:30 p.m.
Hubert Keller: Secrets of a Chef
Chef Keller creates silky, irresistible Onion Veloute Soup and Roasted Corn Soup.
1 p.m.
Roosevelts: An Intimate History
Theodore Roosevelt transforms the office of the presidency. FDR courts and weds Eleanor Roosevelt.
3 p.m.
Monarch of the Glen
Archie tries to flee back to London when a visitor halts him in his tracks. It’s a banker, come to foreclose on a huge loan to Glenbogle.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
View the wild beauty of the Georgia Straits and inlets, with towering peaks and glaciers.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries
While traveling by train, Phryne Fisher must solve the disappearance of a passenger's mother.
9 p.m.
Doc Martin
Louisa has shocking news for Martin and Bert and Jennifer's party goes off with a bang.
10 p.m.
Call the Midwife
Two old friends, each pregnant with their first child, are brought together in an unexpected way.
11 p.m.
Friday May 15, 2015
Time
Show
12 a.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
View the wild beauty of the Georgia Straits and inlets, with towering peaks and glaciers.
12:30 a.m.
1 a.m.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries
While traveling by train, Phryne Fisher must solve the disappearance of a passenger's mother.
2 a.m.
Doc Martin
Louisa has shocking news for Martin and Bert and Jennifer's party goes off with a bang.
3 a.m.
Call the Midwife
Two old friends, each pregnant with their first child, are brought together in an unexpected way.
4 a.m.
Jake Shimabukuro: Life on Four Strings
A portrait of an inspiring and inventive musician known for his virtuoso skills on the ukulele.
5 a.m.
Sid the Science Kid
Sid learns that weathermen have to know all about rain, sun, wind and hot and cold temperatures!
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
Zach Varmitech has decided to "catnap" a Black Jaguar to use as a symbol for his new spybots.
6 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Clifford looks for big red Valentine's Day present for Emily Elizabeth. Cleo learns about giving.
6:30 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Cleo is upset because Clifford forgot their play date and teases T-Bone for really liking a poodle.
7 a.m.
Curious George
While Marco tries to hit his first Little League home run, George gets to play scorekeeper.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
George can think of nothing better than creating his own dessert dispensing vending machine.
8 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
The most fantabulous decorator, Stan the bower bird, shows the kids how to decorate for their party.
8:30 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
The kids are painting a picture of a rainbow and get help from color expert King Kaleidoscope.
9 a.m.
10 a.m.
Dinosaur Train
Buddy and the Pteranodon family attend the Theropod Convention in Laramidia, the Dinosaur Big City!
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Martha Speaks
Skits may have been a time-traveling puppy! Milo and Truman try to save a museum's fossil exhibit.
11:30 a.m.
Peg + Cat
Peg goes to the Kingdom of Night to reach Cat and uses a magic ukulele to cross star-shaped steps.
12 p.m.
Simply Ming
Frozen Lemongrass Parfait with Pineapple Flambe and a Blueberry Brown Butter Tart are made.
12:30 p.m.
Hubert Keller: Secrets of a Chef
Alsatian favorites are on the menu include the Salad Vigneronne and the Alsatian version of pizza.
1 p.m.
Nature
The challenges of young animals all over the world as they prepare to leave home are explored.
2 p.m.
Nova
As carbon emissions raise the oceans' acidity, experts try to crack the code of a changing seas.
3 p.m.
Monarch of the Glen
Justine, Archie’s girlfriend and business partner from London, has arrived to find out what Archie is up to in his Highland wilderness.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
A tour of the Chapada Diamantina highlights the region's sheer cliffs and steep mountainside.
7 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
9 p.m.
9:30 p.m.
10 p.m.
Last Tango in Halifax
Celia and Alan, former sweethearts reunited after 60 years, are stranded when Alan's car is stolen.
11 p.m.
Last Tango in Halifax
Celia and Alan are enjoying their new life together, but Gillian and Caroline are having problems.
Saturday May 16, 2015
Time
Show
12 a.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
A tour of the Chapada Diamantina highlights the region's sheer cliffs and steep mountainside.
12:30 a.m.
1:30 a.m.
2 a.m.
2:30 a.m.
3 a.m.
Last Tango in Halifax
Celia and Alan, former sweethearts reunited after 60 years, are stranded when Alan's car is stolen.
4 a.m.
Wolf Hall on Masterpiece
An angry and distrustful King Henry instructs Cromwell to rid him of his second queen, Anne Boleyn.
5:05 a.m.
5:32 a.m.
Wai Lana Yoga
Cradle your leg as you rock it back and forth to loosen your hips. Stretch the spine and hamstrings.
6 a.m.
Globe Trekker
Shwedagon Pagoda, the most revered Buddhist temple in Myanmar, and Shan Palace are visited.
7 a.m.
P. Allen Smith's Garden Home
P. Allen Smith demonstrates how to get the most out of your soil at Moss Mountain Farm.
7:30 a.m.
Garden Smart
A viewer with a small parcel solves the problem by growing almost exclusively in containers
8 a.m.
It's Sew Easy
A demonstration on free motion and guided quilting and ruching with elastic thread are showcased.
8:30 a.m.
Sew It All
Piece triangles like a pro and make a quick potholder.
9 a.m.
Sewing With Nancy
Designer Mary Mulari transforms specialty fabrics and clothing into fabulous fabric wraps.
9:30 a.m.
Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting
Learn how to use a special triangle template to create hexagons with a little twist.
10 a.m.
This Old House Hour
Norm, Tom and Kevin join builder Ken Dionne and his team to help with framing the exterior walls.
11 a.m.
Chef's Life
Vivian hunts for ramps, Appalachian wild leeks, with bacon purveyor Alan Benton in Tennessee.
11:30 a.m.
Lidia's Kitchen
Tomato and Mint Salad, Tomato and Ricotta Crostini and Spaghetti with Quick Pantry Sauce are made.
12 p.m.
Cook's Country
Colorado Green Chili, Egg Noodles, Baked Ziti are prepared and small slow cookers are discussed.
12:30 p.m.
Martha Stewart's Cooking School
Sweet and tangy glazed Meatloaf and sweet and hot Italian-style Pork Sausage are served.
1 p.m.
Antiques Roadshow
A Pete Seeger autographed sign and an 1854 Edward Beyer panoramic oil painting are showcased.
2 p.m.
Antiques Roadshow
Highlights include a 1958 signed letter by Martin Luther King Jr. and an Andy Warhol lithograph.
3 p.m.
Great British Baking Show
The competitors must make enriched Sweet Fruit Loaves, followed by a Technical challenge.
4 p.m.
Call the Midwife
Two old friends, each pregnant with their first child, are brought together in an unexpected way.
5 p.m.
This Old House Hour
Norm, Tom and Kevin join builder Ken Dionne and his team to help with framing the exterior walls.
6 p.m.
Lawrence Welk Show
Jack Imel hosts. "How Ya Gonna Keep 'Em Down On The Farm" and "Alley Cat" are performed.
7 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
8 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
As Time Goes by
Wedding day nerves appear to get the best of Lionel. Jean does her best to remain composed.
9:03 p.m.
Hollywood at Home Ii
An aimless college man lets an older woman seduce him and then falls for her daughter.
11 p.m.
Are You Being Served
The staff is asked to pool their ideas for improving sales when they begin to slip.
11:30 p.m.
Are You Being Served
Mr. Rumbold begins to watch the staff members' every move when surveillance cameras are installed.
