Weekly TV Schedule for PBS 6
Sunday May 17, 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
Wedding day nerves appear to get the best of Lionel. Jean does her best to remain composed.
2:03 a.m.
Hollywood at Home Ii
An aimless college man lets an older woman seduce him and then falls for her daughter.
4 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.
4:30 a.m.
5 a.m.
Independent Lens
The evolution of choreographer and architect Elizabeth Streb's movement philosophy is traced.
6 a.m.
Aviators
The Challenger 605 is showcased. Learn how pilots figure out which way to point their planes.
6:30 a.m.
7 a.m.
Nova
As carbon emissions raise the oceans' acidity, experts try to crack the code of a changing seas.
8 a.m.
Nature
The challenges of young animals all over the world as they prepare to leave home are explored.
9 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
12 p.m.
Rick Steves' Europe
Berlin's trendy east side, people-friendly riverfront and its vibrant social scene are explored.
12:30 p.m.
Rudy Maxa's World
Haggis in Scotland, tea in Japan, asada in Argentina, bibimbap in Korea and more are showcased.
1 p.m.
Globe Trekker
Zay's epic adventure in Antarctica begins with sea kayaking and penguin watching in Paradise Harbor.
2 p.m.
Itzhak Perlman: American Masters
Interviews and performances shed light on the 75-year history of the pre-eminent ballet company.
3:30 p.m.
Loopdiver: The Journey of a Dance
Members of the international dance company Troika Ranch struggle create an experimental new work.
4 p.m.
Edward & George: Two Brothers, One Throne
The story of two brothers and two women at the heart of an infamous episode in British history.
5 p.m.
Edward Viii - the Nazi King
An FBI report from 1941 details how the Duke and Duchess of Windsor harbored pro-Nazi sympathies.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7 p.m.
Call the Midwife
Trixie and Sister Mary Cynthia team up to support a deaf mother-to-be.
8 p.m.
Masterpiece Classic
Jeremy Piven stars as the flamboyant American entrepreneur who founded Selfridge's department store.
10 p.m.
Vera
When a suspected poacher is found dead, Vera digs deep into his tragic life and checkered history.
11:30 p.m.
Spy
Owen and The Examiner help a struggling Tim to find a date and improve his luck with the ladies.
Monday May 18, 2015
Time
Show
12 a.m.
Call the Midwife
Trixie and Sister Mary Cynthia team up to support a deaf mother-to-be.
1 a.m.
Masterpiece Classic
Jeremy Piven stars as the flamboyant American entrepreneur who founded Selfridge's department store.
3 a.m.
Vera
When a suspected poacher is found dead, Vera digs deep into his tragic life and checkered history.
4:30 a.m.
Spy
Owen and The Examiner help a struggling Tim to find a date and improve his luck with the ladies.
5 a.m.
Sid the Science Kid
Sid smells French toast and his stomach growls. He wonders if his stomach is trying to talk to him.
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
Martin and Chris discover that Donita Donata plans to turn sea horses into living jewelry.
6 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Emily looks for something special for Show and Tell. Cleo doesn't want to share her new toy.
6:30 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Clifford plays in a field even after Emily says not to and messes up Mr. Bleakman's potato garden.
7 a.m.
Curious George
George assembles a Western Town for a train set, but he loses a pin that holds it together.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
George visits Pizza and Einstein's Space Center to help solve a problem with the Mars rover.
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!
Sally and Nick are so excited to go ice skating tomorrow they can't asleep! Boris the bear can help!
9 a.m.
Sesame Street
Mando helps Grover slow down and focus when he tries too many activities at the same time.
10 a.m.
Dinosaur Train
The kids travel with Mr. Pteranodon to meet his hero Hank Ankylosaurus and play a game of Dinoball.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Martha Speaks
When Martha realizes the Tooth Fairy doesn't like dogs, she and Skits become Puppy Tooth Fairies.
11:30 a.m.
Peg + Cat
When Peg is told she's allergic to Cat, Cat leaves home! Peg and Cat present a Broadway musical.
12 p.m.
Simply Ming
Cook out dishes include Sesame Noodle Cucumber Salad and Aunt Marguerite's Famous Potato Salad.
12:30 p.m.
Hubert Keller: Secrets of a Chef
Nampol Meesa's Chicken Wings, Hubert Keller's Sliders and Fried Mac 'n Cheese Balls are served.
1 p.m.
Mr. & Mrs. Murder
It's a murderous level of muscle burn when a bodybuilder is found baked to death on a tanning bed.
2 p.m.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries
While traveling by train, Phryne Fisher must solve the disappearance of a passenger's mother.
3 p.m.
Monarch of the Glen
Glenbogle is visited by an old genealogist friend of Hector’s who uncovers an ancient diary.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
Dave Yetman takes the train to the indigenous city of Huancayo, high on the Altiplano of the Andes.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Antiques Roadshow
Interesting items include a collection of Marilyn Monroe stills from her greatest cinematic hits.
9 p.m.
Antiques Roadshow
Fabulous finds include an 1813 Congressional sword and a Charles Schreyvogel sculpture.
10 p.m.
Independent Lens
In 1971, citizens broke into an FBI office to steal information on an illegal surveillance program.
11:30 p.m.
Tuesday May 19, 2015
Time
Show
12 a.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
Dave Yetman takes the train to the indigenous city of Huancayo, high on the Altiplano of the Andes.
12:30 a.m.
1 a.m.
Antiques Roadshow
Interesting items include a collection of Marilyn Monroe stills from her greatest cinematic hits.
2 a.m.
Antiques Roadshow
Fabulous finds include an 1813 Congressional sword and a Charles Schreyvogel sculpture.
3 a.m.
Independent Lens
In 1971, citizens broke into an FBI office to steal information on an illegal surveillance program.
4:30 a.m.
5 a.m.
Sid the Science Kid
Sid and his friends learn that they have muscles all over their bodies, even in their faces!
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
The miniaturized Kratt Brothers get swept up in a current of plankton and head to the coral reef.
6 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Clifford accidentally breaks a present for Emily. Clifford tries to stay clean for a contest.
6:30 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Charlie neglects an important assignment. The island shakes when Clifford's leg starts thumping.
7 a.m.
Curious George
A sudden rainstorm sweeps Steve's model papyrus boat for his history class down the sewer grate!
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
George creates a footsteps dance step map to help Bill prepare for Allie's dance party.
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!
With the help of the Subber-e-blubber, the kids follow salmon Samantha underwater and upriver!
9 a.m.
Sesame Street
Oscar learns to resist spending his trash and save it for a special grouch instrument.
10 a.m.
Dinosaur Train
Buddy, Tiny and Mom meet a kid who uses his toe-claws to not only hunt with but to carve great art!
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Martha Speaks
TV producer Laslo Huckey challenges Martha to come up with the perfect pitch for a puppy TV show.
11:30 a.m.
Peg + Cat
Peg, Cat and Richard must get 100 chickens away from Big Mouth and back to their spaceship.
12 p.m.
Simply Ming
Ginger Pork Dumplings with Dim Sum Dipper. Candice Kumai makes Gyoza and Matcha Tea Smoothie.
12:30 p.m.
Hubert Keller: Secrets of a Chef
Crab and Black Truffle Cappuccino and Buffalo New York Strip Steaks with Coffee-Spice Rub are made.
1 p.m.
Vera
A case involving the death of a child may hold the key to solving the murder of a social worker.
2:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
Monarch of the Glen
Archie’s troublesome sister, Lizzie, turns up with her New Age boyfriend, Gerald, intent on converting Glenbogle into a healing centre.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
David Yetman climbs over old and new lava flows to observe new lands emerging from the ocean.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Roosevelts: An Intimate History
President Theodore Roosevelt leads a Progressive crusade that splits his own Republican party.
10 p.m.
Frontline
The dramatic story of the fight over the CIA's controversial interrogation methods is revealed.
11 p.m.
Wednesday May 20, 2015
Time
Show
12 a.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
David Yetman climbs over old and new lava flows to observe new lands emerging from the ocean.
12:30 a.m.
1 a.m.
Roosevelts: An Intimate History
President Theodore Roosevelt leads a Progressive crusade that splits his own Republican party.
3 a.m.
Frontline
The dramatic story of the fight over the CIA's controversial interrogation methods is revealed.
4 a.m.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries
While traveling by train, Phryne Fisher must solve the disappearance of a passenger's mother.
5 a.m.
Sid the Science Kid
After racing around his room, Sid wonders where all the air is going in his body when he breathes.
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
The Wild Kratts uncover a plot by Zach Varmitech to destroy the habitat of bull frogs.
6 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Emily takes care of a baby bird and get jealous when Jetta goes to the big city.
6:30 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
Cleo learns her grandmother was a Queen. Charley misses a game & his friends write about it for him.
7 a.m.
Curious George
George and Bill are determined to buy the Ultimate Kite on display at Ada & Luke's country store.
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 launch a rocket into the sky and find it in Audrey the Astronaut's space station.
8:30 a.m.
Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
Twitch the rabbit and her bunnies teach Nick and Sally how to stop, look and listen for danger.
9 a.m.
Sesame Street
Chris helps Bert calm down as he struggles to pass Vincent Van Stop's sign painting test.
10 a.m.
Dinosaur Train
Perry Parasaurolophus, a dinosaur with a crest on his head, teaches a way to hoot some hip music.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Martha Speaks
Truman is worried T.D. will embarrass him in front of his idol, Astrophysicist Neil DeGrasse Tyson.
11:30 a.m.
Peg + Cat
Peg and Cat show a group of very hungry Pirates how to share tropical fruit fairly.
12 p.m.
Simply Ming
Salmon Cakes with Fennel Salad. Mark Gaier and Clark Fraiser make Cod Cakes with Tartar Sauce.
12:30 p.m.
Hubert Keller: Secrets of a Chef
Chef Keller uses Gravlax for dishes including classic Salmon, Salmon Tartare and Salmon Stacks.
1 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
Nicaragua promotes its diversity of cultures, Spanish colonial heritage and natural wonders.
2 p.m.
Soul of a Banquet
Cecilia Chiang, the restaurateur who introduced America to authentic Chinese food, is profiled.
3 p.m.
Monarch of the Glen
As the new Laird of Glenbogle, Archie must take part in a traditional boat race across the loch against a neighbouring landowner, Laird Kilwillie (Julian Fellowes).
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
Nature
Greater sage-grouse survive in a massive sea of sagebrush that stretches across 11 US states.
6 p.m.
Nova
The fast-paced world of cryptography and the scientists battling to keep data safe are explored.
7 p.m.
8:02 p.m.
Hollywood at Home Ii
A wheeler-dealer meets his brother, an institutionalized autistic-savant, heir to $3 million.
10:21 p.m.
Super Skyscrapers
The teams that are creating One57, New York's most luxurious residential skyscraper, are showcased.
11:18 p.m.
Thursday May 21, 2015
Time
Show
12:03 a.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
Residents of the island of Chiloe demonstrate their traditions of food, towns and society.
12:30 a.m.
1 a.m.
Nature
Greater sage-grouse survive in a massive sea of sagebrush that stretches across 11 US states.
2 a.m.
Nova
The fast-paced world of cryptography and the scientists battling to keep data safe are explored.
3 a.m.
Super Skyscrapers
The teams that are creating One57, New York's most luxurious residential skyscraper, are showcased.
4 a.m.
Pov
The rebuilding of a destroyed city in China reveals a country torn between tradition and modernity.
5 a.m.
Sid the Science Kid
Sid explores skeletons and discovers that animals have different bones and joints than people.
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
Chris and Martin need the help - and powers - of the Road Runner to track down a mysterious lizard.
6 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.
6:30 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
The Howards move to Birdwell Island because Clifford is so big. Will Jetta get back her sweater?
7 a.m.
Curious George
George and Allie run out of clay while making a ginormous sculpture of Bill's sprained thumb.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
Steve's pet hamster is on the loose in the city streets with a small video camera tied to his back.
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!
It's Valentine's Day and Nick and Sally disagree hotly on how to decorate the card they're making.
9 a.m.
10 a.m.
Dinosaur Train
The kids meet and a grumpy old dinosaur called a Spinosaurus that doesn't want the kids in his Sea.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Martha Speaks
Martha gets more than she bargained for when she answers phone calls using Helen's mom's voice.
11:30 a.m.
Peg + Cat
Peg and Cat measure their way to buried treasure using Cat as a measuring stick!
12 p.m.
Simply Ming
Ming prepares Mongolian Beef. Lydia Shire makes a mouthwatering Swiss Steak from Chuck Steak.
12:30 p.m.
Hubert Keller: Secrets of a Chef
Chef Keller prepares two luscious ice cream cakes, Baked Alaska and Vacherin Glace.
1 p.m.
Roosevelts: An Intimate History
President Theodore Roosevelt leads a Progressive crusade that splits his own Republican party.
3 p.m.
Monarch of the Glen
It’s election day for Katrina. Molly and Hector become election workers, both helping and hindering Katrina’s campaign.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
Residents of the island of Chiloe demonstrate their traditions of food, towns and society.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries
Phryne finds there are hidden perils lurking in the smoky shadows of jazz-mad 1920s Melbourne.
9 p.m.
10 p.m.
Call the Midwife
Trixie and Sister Mary Cynthia team up to support a deaf mother-to-be.
11 p.m.
11:48 p.m.
Friday May 22, 2015
Time
Show
12:34 a.m.
1:02 a.m.
Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries
Phryne finds there are hidden perils lurking in the smoky shadows of jazz-mad 1920s Melbourne.
2 a.m.
3 a.m.
Call the Midwife
Trixie and Sister Mary Cynthia team up to support a deaf mother-to-be.
4 a.m.
Soul of a Banquet
Cecilia Chiang, the restaurateur who introduced America to authentic Chinese food, is profiled.
5 a.m.
Sid the Science Kid
Sid learns that the brain controls many things like walking, thinking and getting ready for school!
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
Martin and Chris decide to have a contest to decide what's stronger, an elephant or a rhino powers.
6 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.
6:30 a.m.
Clifford the Big Red Dog
The gang tells embarrassing stories when Vaz rips his pants. Emily loses her stone & her confidence.
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 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!
Gina the Giraffe Weevil shows Nick and Sally how she uses leaves to wrap her eggs to protect them.
8:30 a.m.
9 a.m.
Sesame Street
Mando and Abby help Rosita, Elmo and Telly see the value of being themselves.
10 a.m.
Dinosaur Train
The Pteranodon family meets dinosaurs that live in holes and put on an acrobatic show every evening!
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
Martha Speaks
When Martha wants to get a puppy but the family does not, Martha trains a baby to become a puppy.
11:30 a.m.
Peg + Cat
When Cat is stuck in a tree, Peg needs to figure out how to get him down using three giant gifts.
12 p.m.
Simply Ming
Ming makes Asian spaghetti with Pork, Ginger and Garlic. Evan Deluty makes a classic Bolognese.
12:30 p.m.
1 p.m.
Nature
Greater sage-grouse survive in a massive sea of sagebrush that stretches across 11 US states.
2 p.m.
Nova
The fast-paced world of cryptography and the scientists battling to keep data safe are explored.
3 p.m.
Monarch of the Glen
Justine gives Archie an ultimatum: return to London or give up his share in the restaurant. Archie must decide where his future lies.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
On September 16 each year, Mexicans commemorate the "Grito," the call for independence from Spain.
7 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
9 p.m.
9:30 p.m.
10 p.m.
Last Tango in Halifax
While planning their civil marriage ceremony, Celia and Alan get locked in an eerie medieval hall.
11 p.m.
Last Tango in Halifax
A police search begins for Alan and Celia, who are locked inside the hall without phone service.
Saturday May 23, 2015
Time
Show
12 a.m.
In the Americas With David Yetman
David learns about the fascinating past and present of the Quechua people in the Peruvian highlands
12:30 a.m.
1:30 a.m.
2 a.m.
2:30 a.m.
3 a.m.
Last Tango in Halifax
While planning their civil marriage ceremony, Celia and Alan get locked in an eerie medieval hall.
4 a.m.
Last Tango in Halifax
A police search begins for Alan and Celia, who are locked inside the hall without phone service.
5:30 a.m.
Wai Lana Yoga
Stretch out thighs with Intense Camel. Strengthen back thighs with Tiger Pose to prevent injuries.
6 a.m.
Globe Trekker
Zay's epic adventure in Antarctica begins with sea kayaking and penguin watching in Paradise Harbor.
7 a.m.
P. Allen Smith's Garden Home
P. Allen Smith shows you how to create a garden space that plays nicely with a glass for drinks.
7:30 a.m.
Garden Smart
Carve out a space in your garden for growing food and you'll be surprised at how much you can grow.
8 a.m.
It's Sew Easy
Marie Zinno shares a way to make simple work out clothing into stylish day wear with embroidery.
8:30 a.m.
Sew It All
Create a shift dress that suits your personal style.
9 a.m.
Sewing With Nancy
Nancy interviews designers, teachers and others at the Sewing and Stitchery Expo in Puyallup, WA.
9:30 a.m.
Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting
The basics of preparing fabrics for applique and how best to finish the outer edge are discussed.
10 a.m.
This Old House Hour
An ADA-compliant threshold is created in the shower and the automatic door technology is discussed.
11 a.m.
Chef's Life
Vivian visits her egg producer and learns about egg varieties, from chickens to ducks and more.
11:30 a.m.
Lidia's Kitchen
Clam Bruschetta, Halibut Baked with Mushrooms and Grouper with Potatoes and Peppers are served.
12 p.m.
America's Test Kitchen
Test cook Dan Souza uncovers the secrets to the Best Chicken Stew. Cream Cheese Brownies are made.
12:30 p.m.
Martha Stewart's Cooking School
Richly flavored Beef Bourguignon, a Tomato-and-Wine-based Fish Stew and Chicken Marsala are served.
1 p.m.
Antiques Roadshow
Interesting items include a collection of Marilyn Monroe stills from her greatest cinematic hits.
2 p.m.
Antiques Roadshow
Fabulous finds include an 1813 Congressional sword and a Charles Schreyvogel sculpture.
3 p.m.
Great British Baking Show
It's semi-finals time and the tension is palpable as the bakers take on Patisseries.
4 p.m.
Call the Midwife
Trixie and Sister Mary Cynthia team up to support a deaf mother-to-be.
5 p.m.
This Old House Hour
An ADA-compliant threshold is created in the shower and the automatic door technology is discussed.
6 p.m.
Lawrence Welk Show
Guy Hovis hosts. "In The Good Old Summertime" and songs from "The Music Man" are featured.
7 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
8 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
As Time Goes by
Judy has a new romantic interest. Sandy's evasive comments indicate there is clearly a problem.
9:02 p.m.
Hollywood at Home Ii
Engaged to others, two cruise-ship passengers plan to reunite later atop the Empire State Building.
11:01 p.m.
Masterpiece Classic
Jeremy Piven stars as the flamboyant American entrepreneur who founded Selfridge's department store.
