Weekly TV Schedule for PBS 6
Sunday September 3, 2017
Time
Show
12 a.m.
Mystery of Agatha Christie With David Suchet
David Suchet, TV's Poirot, embarks on a journey to learn about the author's extraordinary life.
1 a.m.
1:30 a.m.
As Time Goes by
Since Judith and Sandy no longer have boyfriends, Jean wants to think of a way to cheer them up.
2:02 a.m.
Hollywood at Home Ii
Anglican nuns attempt to maintain a convent school and hospital in the Himalayas.
4 a.m.
Frontline
An investigation into the NFL and brain injuries reveals the true health risks to football players.
5 a.m.
Frontline
The hidden story of the NFL and brain injuries and the true risks to football players are revealed.
6 a.m.
Aviators
Five aircraft fly in impressive formation emitting vapor puffs to perform skytyping.
6:30 a.m.
7 a.m.
Earth's Natural Wonders
Mount Everest's Khumbu Icefall, the Grand Canyon and the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro are visited.
8 a.m.
Nova
A look at how Germany's war zeppelins, the biggest flying machines ever made, were built and flown.
9 a.m.
Secrets in the Bones: The Hunt for the Black Death
A biologist searches for the pathogen that caused the bubonic plague during the fourteenth century.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
American Umpire
This thought-provoking documentary chronicles how the United States became the world's policeman.
12:30 p.m.
David Rubenstein Show: Peer to Peer Conversations;
David Rubenstein interviews Bill Gates, Microsoft co-founder.
1 p.m.
Globe Trekker
Megan McCormick explores the Innovations of the industrial revolution across the American Midwest.
2 p.m.
Predict My Future: The Science of Us
The Dunedin Longitudinal Study examines myths and facts surrounding long-term effects of childhood.
3 p.m.
Predict My Future: The Science of Us
A look why most young adolescents engage in juvenile delinquency and why some stop offending.
4 p.m.
Predict My Future: The Science of Us
The Dunedin Study and the genetic switch which is thrown by life events are examined.
5 p.m.
Predict My Future: The Science of Us
The effects of modern life and aging and the physical effects of social isolation are explored.
6 p.m.
PBS News Weekend
Researchers are testing a new frontier of wave power technology at a marine base in Hawaii.
6:30 p.m.
7 p.m.
ENDEAVOUR SEASON 4 ON MASTERPIECE
Endeavour Morse races against time as he becomes consumed by a nightmarish hunt for a serial killer.
8:30 p.m.
ENDEAVOUR SEASON 4 ON MASTERPIECE
When morality advocate receives a death threat, Endeavour Morse must protect her at all costs.
10 p.m.
Richard M. Sherman: Songs of a Lifetime
Legendary songwriter Richard M. Sherman who composed beloved Disney soundtracks is celebrated.
11 p.m.
Monday September 4, 2017
Time
Show
12 a.m.
Afterlife
A psychology lecturer meets a troubled psychic who claims to see the spirit of his dead son.
1 a.m.
ENDEAVOUR SEASON 4 ON MASTERPIECE
Endeavour Morse races against time as he becomes consumed by a nightmarish hunt for a serial killer.
2:30 a.m.
ENDEAVOUR SEASON 4 ON MASTERPIECE
When morality advocate receives a death threat, Endeavour Morse must protect her at all costs.
4 a.m.
Thomas & Friends
Porter helps Harvey see the positive side of being both a crane and an engine after he is teased.
4:30 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!
5 a.m.
Ready Jet Go!
Celery flies the kids out to Mars so they can see what its two moons look like compared to ours.
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
The team challenges the Kratt brothers to find a Peregrine falcon in the city instead of the wild.
6 a.m.
Arthur
Arthur and Buster go into 4th grade and will try to do anything to get the cool new teacher.
6:30 a.m.
Nature Cat
The gang sets out to find the culprit that took Nature Cat's favorite yarn ball.
7 a.m.
Curious George
George tries to stop cows from eating wildflowers and tries to match a bone to the right animal.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
George uses his old-fashioned camping tools during a thunderstorm and tries to ride a rollercoaster.
8 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel Tiger is curious about what it's like to be King. King Friday makes Daniel King for the Day!
8:30 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel learns how to get calm and relax his body for bed. Prince Wednesday sleeps over.
9 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
Ripple leads Splash and rest of the gang to investigate the legend of the Sea Dragon!
9:30 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
The kids find a tooth lying in the sand and they are determined to return it to the owner.
10 a.m.
Sesame Street
Big Bird meets a girl named Julia who has Autism and learns she does things a little differently.
10:30 a.m.
Sesame Street
Elmo helps Professor Buck Awe teach a class of chickens using strategies he learned in preschool.
11 a.m.
Walt Disney: American Experience
The life and legacy of the iconic filmmaker are explored from his early days creating Mickey Mouse.
1 p.m.
Walt Disney: American Experience
The life and legacy of the iconic filmmaker are explored from his early days creating Mickey Mouse.
3 p.m.
Cilla
Typist Priscilla White sings in Liverpool bands as the music scene explodes in the early 1960's.
3:44 p.m.
Cilla
After being reunited with Bobby, Cilla's confidence returns. Brian gives her a second chance.
4:29 p.m.
Cilla
Cilla has two number-one hits, but suffers a failed attempt to break into the American market.
5:30 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Antiques Roadshow
Two sets of Frank Lloyd Wright blueprints and a Favrile Fabrique Tiffany desk lamp are discovered.
9 p.m.
Antiques Roadshow
A Vladimir Kagan desk used by Kagan himself and an impressive 1874 Francis A. Silva oil painting.
10 p.m.
Pov
Four middle-aged friends with Down Syndrome yearn for a life of greater autonomy.
11 p.m.
Great British Baking Show
The remaining seven bakers strive to give their bakes maximum botanical taste.
Tuesday September 5, 2017
Time
Show
12 a.m.
12:30 a.m.
1 a.m.
2 a.m.
Antiques Roadshow
Two sets of Frank Lloyd Wright blueprints and a Favrile Fabrique Tiffany desk lamp are discovered.
3 a.m.
Antiques Roadshow
A Vladimir Kagan desk used by Kagan himself and an impressive 1874 Francis A. Silva oil painting.
4 a.m.
Thomas & Friends
Sir Topham Hatt welcomes Ferdinand to his railroad by letting him share Gordon's special.
4:30 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.
5 a.m.
Ready Jet Go!
Mindy and Carrot make desserts representing the different planets of the Solar System.
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.
Arthur
Brain can't remember where he hid the final egg for his very difficult Easter egg hunt.
6:30 a.m.
Nature Cat
Nature Cat and the gang find a map to The Gardens of Gold. Some say it's just a neighborhood legend!
7 a.m.
Curious George
George breaks his leg at the museum while exploring a dinosaur skeleton and goes to the hospital.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
George recruits his friends to play in a band. Later, George builds a sand castle at the beach.
8 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
The volunteer firefighters of the Neighborhood of Make-Believe make a special visit to school.
8:30 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel learns that sometimes it's good to take your time, and it can be worth the wait.
9 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
Ripple hears a strange message traveling through the ocean and follows the voice to a fin whale!
9:30 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
Gush decides to run the reef obstacle course just to show everyone how fast a frogfish can be!
10 a.m.
Sesame Street
Abby and Elmo are the Boo-Boo Busters; finding friends who need help making their boo-boos better.
10:30 a.m.
Sesame Street
Big Bird makes up a fairy tale about a bird who helps a Beast learn how to be a good friend.
11 a.m.
Nick Stellino: Storyteller in the Kitchen
Salsiccie e fagioli (sausage and beans) and orecchiette pasta with broccoli and sausage are made.
11:30 a.m.
12 p.m.
Great British Baking Show
Sweet challenges mean a bitter end for one baker as the six battle for a spot in the quarter final.
1 p.m.
POLDARK SEASON 2 ON MASTERPIECE
George rolls out Plan A to take care of Ross once and for all. Ross resists attempts to save him.
3 p.m.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Secrets of the Dead
Archaeologists map underwater ruins Baiae, an escape for ancient Rome's powerful elite.
9 p.m.
Beyond the Mirage: The Future of Water in the West
The West's water crisis is explored in detail, including how Americans arrived at this situation.
10 p.m.
Frontline
FRONTLINE goes inside secretive North Korea to explore life under its new ruler Kim Jong-Un.
11 p.m.
Great British Baking Show
Sweet challenges mean a bitter end for one baker as the six battle for a spot in the quarter final.
Wednesday September 6, 2017
Time
Show
12 a.m.
12:30 a.m.
1 a.m.
2 a.m.
Secrets of the Dead
Archaeologists map underwater ruins Baiae, an escape for ancient Rome's powerful elite.
3 a.m.
Beyond the Mirage: The Future of Water in the West
The West's water crisis is explored in detail, including how Americans arrived at this situation.
4 a.m.
Thomas & Friends
Percy realizes that big things can scare little things when he tries to befriend some animals.
4:30 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!
5 a.m.
Ready Jet Go!
Sean is determined to beat his mystery competitor at a video game of "Astro-Tracker."
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.
Arthur
Fern, aka Detective Virgule Watteau, is on the case when Wally goes missing in Elwood City.
6:30 a.m.
Nature Cat
A grey squirrel named Cruiser breaks into Nature Cat's bird feeder and takes all the birdseed.
7 a.m.
Curious George
George hears a mysterious and loud thumping sound. George wants to be a dog instead of a monkey.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
George must replace the wheel on a wagon and brings a turtle home and keeps it in the bathtub.
8 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel learns how to adapt when his routine changes. Daniel's class takes a trip to the library.
8:30 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
The volunteer firefighters of the Neighborhood of Make-Believe make a special visit to school.
9 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
Tired of always being the "nervous friend," Dunk decides he will no longer puff up or get upset.
9:30 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
Splash and friends follow a mysterious light in the distance and realize it is from a firefly squid.
10 a.m.
Sesame Street
Elmo answers distress calls when Super Grover's new sidekick Horatio gets stuck in doorways.
10:30 a.m.
Sesame Street
Abby learns how to change her bedtime routine to help her calm down before bedtime.
11 a.m.
Nick Stellino: Storyteller in the Kitchen
Ragu' di gamberetti (shrimp, bacon asparagus and red peppers) and shrimp amatriciana with pasta.
11:30 a.m.
12 p.m.
Great British Baking Show
The five remaining bakers recreate dishes fit for the Tudors, including a savory stuffed pie.
1 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
Doc Martin
Louisa's mother arrives in Portwenn unexpectedly and Louisa is far from happy about her arrival.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Earth's Natural Wonders
Victoria Falls, the Camargue and ocean reefs. all made by the grand power of water, are explored.
9 p.m.
Nova
Geologist investigate what triggered the deadly landslide in the Washington state community of Oso.
10 p.m.
Truth About Alcohol
Dr. Javid Abdelmoneim investigates our ongoing love affair with alcohol in an upbeat documentary.
11 p.m.
Great British Baking Show
The five remaining bakers recreate dishes fit for the Tudors, including a savory stuffed pie.
Thursday September 7, 2017
Time
Show
12 a.m.
12:30 a.m.
1 a.m.
2 a.m.
Earth's Natural Wonders
Victoria Falls, the Camargue and ocean reefs. all made by the grand power of water, are explored.
3 a.m.
Nova
Geologist investigate what triggered the deadly landslide in the Washington state community of Oso.
4 a.m.
Thomas & Friends
James is asked to be the Sodor Search and Rescue Engine but is upset when Toby is asked to help him.
4:30 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.
5 a.m.
Ready Jet Go!
Mindy discovers what may be a new comet while the neighborhood is having a stargazing party.
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
Chris puts a miniaturized Martin in his pack and investigates Spider Monkeys in the rainforest.
6 a.m.
Arthur
Francine tries to regain her dignity after Muffy posts a goofy video of her on the Muffington Post.
6:30 a.m.
Nature Cat
It's Fall! Apple picking season! Nature Cat's tells his version of Johnny Appleseed.
7 a.m.
Curious George
George wants to be an acrobat and learns interesting things about freezing and melting.
7:30 a.m.
Curious George
George can think of nothing better than creating his own dessert dispensing vending machine.
8 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel gets upset when Margaret spills juice on Tigey, Daniel's favorite stuffed animal.
8:30 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel learns how to adapt when his routine changes. Daniel's class takes a trip to the library.
9 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
Dunk asks Splash, Bubbles and Ripple to watch over his latest beautiful art project.
9:30 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
The kids become convinced that Splash has some sort of superpower and begin testing his limits.
10 a.m.
Sesame Street
Telly learns that by using his imagination and experimenting, he can make art many different ways.
10:30 a.m.
Sesame Street
Big Bird meets a girl named Julia who has Autism and learns she does things a little differently.
11 a.m.
Nick Stellino: Storyteller in the Kitchen
Pasta with a spicy tomato sauce and braised sausages with broccoli and peppers are prepared.
11:30 a.m.
12 p.m.
Great British Baking Show
The four remaining bakers make yeast cake with a fruity top and prepare a multiple mini-cake bake.
1 p.m.
Frontline
FRONTLINE goes inside secretive North Korea to explore life under its new ruler Kim Jong-Un.
2 p.m.
Secrets of the Dead
Archaeologists map underwater ruins Baiae, an escape for ancient Rome's powerful elite.
3 p.m.
Beyond the Mirage: The Future of Water in the West
The West's water crisis is explored in detail, including how Americans arrived at this situation.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
ENDEAVOUR SEASON 4 ON MASTERPIECE
Endeavour Morse races against time as he becomes consumed by a nightmarish hunt for a serial killer.
9:30 p.m.
ENDEAVOUR SEASON 4 ON MASTERPIECE
When morality advocate receives a death threat, Endeavour Morse must protect her at all costs.
11 p.m.
Great British Baking Show
The four remaining bakers make yeast cake with a fruity top and prepare a multiple mini-cake bake.
Friday September 8, 2017
Time
Show
12:30 a.m.
1 a.m.
2 a.m.
ENDEAVOUR SEASON 4 ON MASTERPIECE
Endeavour Morse races against time as he becomes consumed by a nightmarish hunt for a serial killer.
3:30 a.m.
4 a.m.
Thomas & Friends
Edward is given the special job of being the Rescue Engine at the Sodor Search and Rescue Center.
4:30 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.
5 a.m.
Ready Jet Go!
The kids argue when they realize that they all want to use the treehouse at the same time.
5:30 a.m.
Wild Kratts
A mischievous giraffe secretly takes Creature Power Suit parts and supplies from the Tortuga.
6 a.m.
Arthur
A battle begins when HUGO, the interactive whiteboard, corrects Mr. Ratburn in front of the class.
6:30 a.m.
Nature Cat
On a dare from Ronald, Nature Cat and his pals try to climb up to The Mighty Mountain Peak.
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 is so anxious for Dumpling Duck's eggs to hatch that he takes over as chief egg-sitter.
8 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel Tiger is curious about what it's like to be King. King Friday makes Daniel King for the Day!
8:30 a.m.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel gets upset when Margaret spills juice on Tigey, Daniel's favorite stuffed animal.
9 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
Splash and his friends meet Scoot, a young and mischievous sea turtle who is riding the currents.
9:30 a.m.
Splash and Bubbles
Splash and friends help a Parrotfish save a ghost reef that was once a beautiful and lush reef.
10 a.m.
Sesame Street
Elmo learns how to win and lose gracefully while playing Hot Potato with Abby.
10:30 a.m.
Sesame Street
Telly learns that by using his imagination and experimenting, he can make art many different ways.
11 a.m.
Nick Stellino: Storyteller in the Kitchen
Dishes include tomato salad, tuna steaks with a special tomato sauce and blueberry crumble.
11:30 a.m.
12 p.m.
Great British Baking Show
The finalists wrestle with meringues and create a British classic with only one recipe instruction.
1 p.m.
Earth's Natural Wonders
Victoria Falls, the Camargue and ocean reefs. all made by the grand power of water, are explored.
2 p.m.
Nova
Geologist investigate what triggered the deadly landslide in the Washington state community of Oso.
3 p.m.
Truth About Alcohol
Dr. Javid Abdelmoneim investigates our ongoing love affair with alcohol in an upbeat documentary.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
9 p.m.
10:30 p.m.
Hollywood Idols
Robert Wagner, Robert Mitchum, Blake Edwards and more discuss Academy Award winner William Holden.
11 p.m.
Luther
Luther must rescue Ripley, abducted by Cameron, in time to prevent Cameron's murderous set piece.
Saturday September 9, 2017
Time
Show
12 a.m.
12:30 a.m.
1 a.m.
2 a.m.
3:30 a.m.
Hollywood Idols
Robert Wagner, Robert Mitchum, Blake Edwards and more discuss Academy Award winner William Holden.
4 a.m.
Luther
Luther must rescue Ripley, abducted by Cameron, in time to prevent Cameron's murderous set piece.
5:30 a.m.
Wai Lana Yoga
Focuses on strengthening the back muscles to prevent and relieve pain.
6 a.m.
Globe Trekker
Megan McCormick explores the Innovations of the industrial revolution across the American Midwest.
7 a.m.
Growing a Greener World
Master Gardener Susan Mulvihill has created a bountiful and beautiful habitat for all creatures.
7:30 a.m.
Central Texas Gardener
Brie Arthur turns yards into foodscapes and volunteers change a food desert with vegetable gardens.
8 a.m.
It's Sew Easy
Angela Wolf cuts and sews a sassy mini-skirt. A hip fringed faux suede belt is embroidered.
8:30 a.m.
Sew It All
Apply one of two collars to a simple blouse pattern for a one of a kind look.
9 a.m.
Sewing With Nancy
Learn how to make loops, spiral roses, the flower power fill pattern, and versatile square flowers.
9:30 a.m.
Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting
Mirror-imaging isolates motifs within fabric to fussy-cut into spectacular, kaleidoscopic designs.
10 a.m.
This Old House Hour
The homeowners choose ship lap for the third floor and reclaimed granite is used for steps.
11 a.m.
Martha Stewart's Cooking School
Creamed coconut spinach, eggplant with herbs and yogurt and cauliflower salad are served.
11:30 a.m.
America's Test Kitchen
Julia Collin Davison shows Bridget Lancaster how to make smoked pork loin with dried-fruit chutney.
12 p.m.
Antiques Roadshow
Two sets of Frank Lloyd Wright blueprints and a Favrile Fabrique Tiffany desk lamp are discovered.
1 p.m.
Antiques Roadshow
A Vladimir Kagan desk used by Kagan himself and an impressive 1874 Francis A. Silva oil painting.
2 p.m.
POLDARK SEASON 2 ON MASTERPIECE
Poldark, Demelza and Elizabeth return as a complicated love triangle in this romantic saga.
3 p.m.
POLDARK SEASON 2 ON MASTERPIECE
Smugglers make Ross an offer. Ross makes Francis an offer. Verity reappears.
4 p.m.
This Old House Hour
The homeowners choose ship lap for the third floor and reclaimed granite is used for steps.
5 p.m.
Lawrence Welk Show
Norma Zimmer sings "Suddenly There's A Valley" and Bobby and Cissy perform "Turkey in the Straw."
6 p.m.
PBS News Weekend
The presence of US troops in OKinawa Japan has led to a contentious relationship with residents.
6:30 p.m.
7 p.m.
Doc Martin
Martin and Louisa's baby still doesn't have a name. P.C. Joe Penhale's ex-wife Maggie visits.
8 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
As Time Goes by
Lionel finds a dog. The girls want to keep him, but Lionel insists they should trace the real owner.
9:02 p.m.
Hollywood at Home Ii
A London widow falls in love with a sea captain's ghost haunting her cottage by the sea.
11 p.m.
Afterlife
Alison tries to convince the police that she has seen the ghost of a missing eight year-old girl.
