2016 December MontanaPBS Viewers Guide by MontanaPBS

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Why We Love Backroads: Fans Celebrate 25 Years  Airs 7pm Monday, December 5 Fans talk about the impact of the show over the last 25 years including their favorite and most memorable characters.  See story, inside front cover

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Table of Contents

3 FEATURED THIS MONTH

The Hollow Crown: The Wars of the Roses

4 MADE IN MONTANA

11th & Grant with Eric Funk: Christmas Favorites, Christmas with Philip Aaberg 6 EVENING & OVERNIGHT MontanaPBS & World 7 Highwaymen Live at Nassau Coliseum 9 Magic Moments: The Best of ’50s Pop 11 Nitty Gritty Dirt Band: 50 Years and Circlin’ Back 13 Remember Pearl Harbor 15 Great British Baking Show 17 Shakespeare Live! from the RSC 19 Anne of Green Gables (2016) 21 Frontline: Exodus 22 WEEKDAY PROGRAMMING MontanaPBS 23 WEEKEND PROGRAMMING MontanaPBS 24 CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING MontanaPBS Holiday Specials 25 A-Z PROGRAM LISTING MontanaPBS & World 28 A-Z PROGRAM LISTING Create 29 MontanaPBS Kids Channel 30 BUSINESS PARTNERS 32 Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir Featuring Laura Osnes and Martin Jarvis

Why We Love Backroads: Fans Celebrate 25 Years  Airs 7pm, Monday, December 5

Also 12/7 mdnt; 12/8 12:30pm; 12/10 3:30pm

Backroads of Montana viewers take us through a quarter century of stories featuring our state’s people, places and events. The Backroads crew visited Montana farmers markets this past summer and spoke to more than 50 fans about the impact of the show, their favorite and most memorable characters, the show’s recognizable theme song and why they love the show so much.

Cover images courtesy of Backroads of Montana

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(From l to r) Ben Miles (as Somerset), Jason Watkins (as Suffolk), Anton Lesser (as Exeter), Hugh Bonneville (as Gloucester), Tom Sturridge (as Henry VI), Samuel West (as Bishop Of Winchester), Sophie Okonedo (as Margaret), Stanley Townsend (as Warwick) and Adrian Dunbar (as Plantagenet) in “The Hollow Crown: The Wars of the Roses Henry VI (Part I).”

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The Hollow Crown: The Wars of the Roses  Airs in three parts Following the four-part “The Hollow Crown,” “The Wars of the Roses” continues the epic saga with three more lavish film adaptations of Shakespeare’s history plays: Parts I and II of Henry VI and Richard III. Together, they span rebellion in France, the rise and fall of Joan of Arc, the terror of England’s Civil War and the deceitful dynastic murders culminating in the infamous reign of Richard III.

Henry VI, Part 1

 Airs 8pm Sunday, December 11 Also 12/13 1am, 4am

England is in crisis. War rages and divisions within the English court threaten the crown. Young Henry VI causes outrage by marrying Margaret of Anjou; the scene is set for civil war. Starring Tom Sturridge, Sophie Okonedo and Hugh Bonneville.

Henry VI, Part 2  Airs 8pm Sunday, December 18 Also 12/18 8pm; 12/20 1am, 3:30am

Bitter rivalries erupt. The feeble King Henry is overshadowed by Queen Margaret. Edward IV takes the throne, but youngest brother Richard has his eyes on the crown. Starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Tom Sturridge, Sophie Okonedo and Keeley Hawes.

Richard III

 Airs 8pm Sunday, December 25 Also 12/27 1am, 3:30am

Benedict Cumberbatch as Richard III

In his quest for the crown, Richard plans the murder of his brother George. After the death of Edward IV, Richard’s path to the throne is clear, except for the princes in the tower. Starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Judi Dench and Phoebe Fox.

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MontanaPBS continues to tell the story of our state—past and present—with award winning television productions. Programs like Backroads of Montana, Indian Relay, Fort Peck Dam and Butte, America help our citizens thoughtfully reflect on the colorful history of our state, the majesty of our shared landscape and our unique people and cultures. Programs such as Montana Ag Live, Concussion: Answers in the Blood?, Degrees of Difference and many others foster important discussion about current issues.

Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking: Bozeman, Montana In this episode, Big Sky

Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking

 Bozeman, Montana airs 7pm Saturday, December 15 Also 12/18 3am Travel to Bozeman, Montana, where chefs Melissa Harrison and Eduardo Garcia create dishes with a rustic flair.  Greenough, Montana airs 7:30pm Saturday, December 15 Also 12/18 3:30am Saddle up for a chuck wagon dinner in Greenough, Montana. Our host chef Pete Evans joins chef Ben Jones, of Paws Up, and grilling master Rory Schepisi, to experience a classic Montana barbecue.

Glacier On My Mind Glacier on My Mind celebrates the rugged beauty and spirit of Glacier National Park in Montana. This park is a stunning region of spectacular mountains, beautiful forests, cascading streams, and magnificent wildlife, all shown here in breathtaking color images by Montana photographer Michael Sample. The images are carefully matched with quotations from writers who know and love these splendid parks, creating a unique and timeless portrait of these remarkable lands. Airs Thursday, 12/1 at 3am, Thursday, 12/1 at 5:15am Montana On My Mind Montana on My Mind celebrates the unique beauty and spirit of the last best state. Inspired by the best-selling book, “Montana on My Mind,” this program combines stunning film with inspiring quotes, music and commentary by Michael S. Sample. Including magnificent scenery, people, places and events, this program will leave you with an unforgettable portrait of Montana. Airs Thursday, 12/1 at 1:30am, Thursday, 12/1 at 3:45am, Saturday, 12/3 at 4:30pm

History of Glacier National Park: Crown of the Continent The History of Glacier National Park: Crown of the Continent is a vivid journey, through the pages of history, revealing the natural forces that created the park’s majestic landscape. By also exploring its cultural and economic history, the human impact is observed, including what the future might hold for this park as its glaciers quickly vanish. Glacier was established as a national park on May 11, 1910, American’s 10th national park. Airs Saturday, 12/3 at 12:30am and 3am, Saturday, 12/10 at 1pm

Glacier Park Remembered It is hard to imagine what was more memorable in Glacier Park a century ago: the breath taking scenery, or the adventure. Travel in time with us as we follow the adventures of our counterparts 100 years ago through rare, restored old film, museum pictures, and historical memorabilia. See how eastern city slickers were lured to north central Montana by a glitzy promotional campaign promoted by the Great Northern Railroad. Airs Monday, 12/5 at 8:30pm, Wednesday, 12/7 at 1:30am

meets lamb in Bozeman, Montana, where chefs Melissa Harrison and Eduardo Garcia create dishes with a rustic flair. Host Pete Evans joins the chefs in the beautiful Montana terrain for trout fly fishing, and the three channel their wild side as they forage for nettles and cattails. The episode culminates in an open-air feast at the spectacular Willow Spring Farm, where Chefs Harrison and Garcia serve a mouthwatering whole spit-roasted lamb. Airs Thursday, 12/15 at 7pm, Sunday, 12/18 at 3am

Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking: Greenough, Montana This week’s Moveable Feast saddles up for a chuck wagon dinner in Greenough, Montana. Our host chef Pete Evans joins chef Ben Jones, of Paws Up, and grilling master Rory Schepisi, to experience a classic Montana barbecue. Chefs Jones and Schepisi take Evans on a tour of local farms to harvest honey and see how real Montana angus beef is raised. The chefs prepare a delicious meal featuring Montana beef in this quintessential Chuck Wagon dinner. This Moveable Feast even has our host on the move... on horseback! Airs Thursday, 12/15 at 7:30pm, Sunday 12/18 at 3:30am

Beartooth Highway Winding its way through pristine mountain air and majestic, snow-capped peaks, Montana’s magnificent Beartooth Highway was described as “America’s most beautiful roadway” by Charles Kuralt. You’ll see why in this video tour travelling along the 69-mile scenic route from its beginning in Red Lodge, Montana, to its spectacular finish at the northeast entrance to Yellowstone National Park. Airs Wednesday, 12/7 at 1:30pm

Conversation with Walter Great Falls resident Walter Breuning was the world’s oldest man until his death on April 14, 2011 at the age of 114. Walter Breuning liked to speak his mind. When he sat down with William Marcus (Backroads of Montana) he talked about childhood, career, family and the changes he witnessed over his many years. Walter knew James J. Hill, founder of the Great Northern Railroad, and often saw Charlie Russell in the Mint Bar in Great Falls. A Conversation with Walter is all about listening. Airs Sunday, 12/18 at 10am

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Be Thou Always As A Guest Bill Ohrmann was a rancher from Drummond, Montana, who took up painting at the age of 78. He passed away in 2014 at 95, having completed more than 200 paintings and many sculptures and carvings. His work, which can be seen at the Ohrmann Museum and Gallery in Drummond, includes beautiful and sometimes graphic illustrations of our disregard for the earth and her many creatures. Airs Sunday, 12/18 at 10:30am

What the Heck is CRAEAa? There is a brand new Center planned for MSU, the Center for Regulatory and Applied Economics also known as CRAEA, and MSU Agricultural Economist Vince Smith is our expert on the Center and its funding. Airs Sunday, 12/18 at 11am

Philip Aaberg

Christmas Favorites Featuring traditional and original music, musicians

11TH & GRANT WITH ERIC FUNK

from across Montana return to the studio of 11th & Grant performing their Christmas favorites. Host Eric Funk plays piano alongside Jack Taylor on the acoustic bass and Mike Gillan on the drums as the “house band.” Other performers returning are Jake and Jeni Fleming, Elizabeth Croy and Julie Gosswiller, Kelly Roberti, MJ Williams and Ann Tappan, Don Stone, Jeremy Morton, Kris Klone, Tim Drackert, Julia Yates and Ashly Holland. Airs Thursday, 12/22 at 7pm, Saturday, 12/24 at 10pm, Monday, 12/26 at 2am

Christmas with Philip Aaberg Philip Aaberg performs original holiday music and spirited Christmas favorites on 11th & Grant. Pristine silences and melodic expanses paint an audible portrait of the sweeping Montana landscape. Airs Sunday, 12/25 at 4:30pm

Julia Cory Slovarp & Friends Accomplished cellist Julia Cory Slovarp invites a cast of remarkable classical musicians to the set of 11th & Grant with Eric Funk in a collaboration brimming with energy and character. The diverse repertoire showcases the exploration of several styles and crossover genres. From Brahms’ Hungarian Dances to George Frideric Handel & Johan Halvorsen’s Passacaglia, the incredible depth and virtuosity of Slovarp and her fine ensemble takes center stage. Joining Slovarp on this rich episode are renowned violinist Carrie Krause, pianists Laurel Yost and Stefan Stern and classical guitarist Michael Videon. Airs Thursday, 12/29 at 7pm, Saturday, 12/31 at 9:30pm Why We Love Backroads of Montana: Fans Celebrate 25 Years Backroads of Montana viewers take us through a quarter century of stories featuring our state’s people, places and events. The Backroads crew visited Montana farmers markets this past summer and spoke to more than 50 fans about the impact of the show, their favorite and most memorable characters, the show’s recognizable theme song and why they love the show so much. Airs Monday, 12/5 at 7pm, Wednesday, 12/7 at 12am, Thursday, 12/8 at 12:30pm, Saturday, 12/10 at 3:30pm

Music and Memories The Backroads crew takes us along on visits to the Accordion Festival in Philipsburg, the Ross Cedars in Northwest Montana, a bucking bronco school in Arlee and historic Mann Gulch near Helena. We also meet a grain elevator photographer in Bozeman. Airs Saturday, 12/31 at 5pm

Christmas Favorites  Airs 7pm Thursday, December 22 Also 12/24 10pm; 12/26 2am

Featuring traditional and original music, musicians from across Montana return to the studio of 11th & Grant performing their Christmas favorites. Host Eric Funk plays piano alongside Jack Taylor on the acoustic bass and Mike Gillan on the drums as the “house band.” Other performers returning are Jake & Jeni Fleming, Elizabeth Croy &Julie Gosswiller, Kelly Roberti, MJ Williams & Ann Tappan, Don Stone, Jeremy Morton, Kris Klone, Tim Drackert, Julia Yates and Ashly Holland.

11TH & GRANT WITH ERIC FUNK

Christmas with Philip Aaberg  Airs 4:30pm Sunday, December 25 Philip Aaberg brings his original holiday music and spirited Christmas favorites to 11th & Grant, infused with his expressive sound. The holidays are a special time for Aaberg. “The Christmas Eve of my childhood was full of wildness and excitement, wonder and reverence, peace and awe. Music was a huge part of that. The traditional carols in this recording live on for a very good reason, and I tried to re-imagine the melodies and go deeply into the lyrics to make them live anew.”

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Evening & Overnight THURSDAY

AM EARLY MORNING MDNT WORLD Walking Into The Unknown 1:00 WORLD PBS NewsHour Montana On My Mind 1:30 2:00 WORLD Nightly Business Report 2:30 WORLD Tavis Smiley Glacier On My Mind 3:00 3:00 WORLD Evening with Valerie Jarrett Montana On My Mind 3:45 4:00 WORLD Scully/The World Show 4:30 WORLD Second Opinion: Psychosis 5:00 WORLD Newsroom Tokyo Glacier On My Mind 5:15 6:00 SEE DAYTIME SCHEDULE, P. 22

Easy Yoga for Diabetes with Peggy Cappy Learn how yoga and a good diet can improve health and have a positive impact on life with diabetes.

10:30

Forever Painless with Miranda Esmonde-White A groundbreaking and eye-opening education on chronic pain and its causes is presented. TV-G

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5:30 Nightly Business Report TV-G 6:00 PBS NewsHour

6:30 WORLD Independent Lens: How to Sur-

vive A Plague TV-14

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9:00 WORLD Nightly Business Report: TV-G 9:30 WORLD Scully/The World Show: TV-G

10:00

Great Moments from Soundbreaking Paul McCartney, Beck, Bonnie Raitt, Quincy Jones, Ringo Starr and others are showcased.

World Without Cancer “The Real Promise of Prevention with Margaret I. Cuomo, MD” Cuomo shares

The Highwaymen Live at Nassau Coliseum Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash and Kris Kristofferson shine in this 1990 performance. TV-G  See story, right

PM AFTERNOON PLEDGE/EVENING

Noon

John Denver: Country Boy The life and legacy of singer-songwriter and activist John Denver are explored. TV-G  See photo, below

8:00 WORLD PBS NewsHour

8:30

Pledge programming

11:30

This Land Is Your Land (My Music) The Smothers Brothers and Judy Collins host a look at the evolution of modern American folk music. TV-G

Carpenters: Christmas Memories (My Music Presents) The pop/rock duo perform “The Christmas Song,” “Winter Wonderland,” White Christmas” and more. TV-G

AM PLEDGE SPECIALS

6:00

Made in Montana, see pp. 4-5

10 actionable lifestyle changes that may lower the risk of cancer. TV-G

DECEMBER 1

11:30 WORLD Independent Lens:

How to Survive a Plague TV-14

FRIDAY

DECEMBER 2

AM EARLY MORNING 1:00 Alone in the Wilderness 1:00 WORLD PBS NewsHour 2:00 WORLD Nightly Business Report Alone in the Wilderness, pt 2 2:30 2:30 WORLD Tavis Smiley 3:00 WORLD Local USA : Breadfruit & Open Spaces 3:30 WORLD On Story: Carl Reiner: A Conversation with a TV Legend Alone in the Wilderness 4:00 4:00 WORLD Well Read: Chris Forhan, My Father Before Me 4:30 WORLD Closer to Truth: What Is Truth? 5:00 WORLD Newsroom Tokyo Carpenters: Christmas Memories 5:30 (My Music Presents) 6:00 SEE DAYTIME SCHEDULE, P. 22

AM PLEDGE SPECIALS

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10:00 WORLD AfroPop: The Ultimate Cultural

Age Reversed with Miranda Esmonde-White Valuable insights on how to combat the physical signs and consequences of aging are presented.

Exchange: The Carrier TV-PG

10:30

COURTESY OF JOHN DENVER’S ESTATE

America’s Home Cooking: Holiday Side Dishes Mushroom sour soup, Sweet Sally’s collard greens, pumpkin dumplings and more side dishes are served. TV-G

PM AFTERNOON PLEDGE/EVENING

12:30

On the Psychiatrist’s Couch with Daniel Amen, MD One of the most popular psychiatrists in America, Dr. Daniel Amen has written ten bestselling books. TV-G  See photo, p. 12

5:30 Nightly Business Report TV-G 6:00 PBS NewsHour

6:00 WORLD Sacred Journeys with Bruce

Feiler: Shikoku TV-PG

7:00

John Denver: Country Boy

 Airs 7pm Thursday, December 1 Also 12/4 1:30am Discover the man behind the music in this intimate profile of the legendary popular singer-songwriter. His life and legacy are explored with friends, former wives and managers, family members, and musicians who toured with him for decades.

Eat Fat Get Thin with Dr. Mark Hyman Dr. Mark Hyman explains how eating fat can help promote weight loss and optimum health. TV-G

7:00 WORLD Sacred Journeys with Bruce

8:00 WORLD PBS NewsHour

Feiler: Jerusalem TV-PG

Great Performances “Andrea Bocelli: Cinema” Andrea Bocelli pays tribute to the silver screen in a lush concert of great songs from the movies. TV-G

9:00 WORLD Nightly Business Report TV-G 9:30 WORLD Asia Insight 10:00 WORLD Sacred Journeys with Bruce

6:00

bell highlight classic country pop tunes from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. TV-G

6:00 WORLD Soundbreaking:

7:00 WORLD Soundbreaking:

The Human Instrument TV-PG

Feiler: Lourdes TV-PG

10:30

Visions of Italy, Southern Style TV-G

Going Electric TV-PG

8:00

11:00 WORLD Sacred Journeys with Bruce

Feiler: Shikoku TV-PG

SATURDAY

DECEMBER 3

AM EARLY MORNING MDNT WORLD Curious Worlds: The Art & Imagination of David Beck Carpenters: Christmas Memories 12:00 (My Music Presents) History of Glacier National Park: 12:30 Crown of the Continent 1:00 WORLD PBS NewsHour 2:00 WORLD Nightly Business Report 2:30 WORLD Tavis Smiley History of Glacier National Park: 3:00 Crown of the Continent 3:00 WORLD Rising Voices/Hothaninpi 4:00 WORLD Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly 4:30 WORLD Consuelo Mack WealthTrack 5:00 WORLD To the Contrary with Bonnie Erbe 5:30 Martha Speaks 5:30 WORLD Washington Week with Gwen Ifill 6:00 SEE WEEKEND SCHEDULE, P. 23

AM PLEDGE SPECIALS

10:00

Jacques Pepin’s 80th Birthday Celebration Chefs Lidia Bastianich, Rick Bayless and Ming Tsai prepare a celebratory feast for Jacques Pepin. TV-G

11:30

Fast Metabolism Revolution with Haylie Pomroy Regular people with real challenges are encouraged to get healthy by eating more food, not less.

PM AFTERNOON PLEDGE/EVENING

1:30

Sewing with Nancy: ChangeUp Patchwork Discover tricks

9:30

4:30

Montana On My Mind This program celebrates the unique beauty and spirit of the last best state. Inspired by the best-selling book, Montana on My Mind.  See p. 4

Ed Sullivan’s Rock and Roll Classics: The 60s (My Music) Performances from the Beatles, the Doors, the Rolling Stones and more music icons are showcased. TV-G

10:00 WORLD Soundbreaking:

The Human Instrument TV-PG

Waylon Jennings (left) and Johnny Cash

11:00 WORLD Soundbreaking:

Going Electric TV-PG

11:30

Great Performances “Joan Baez 75th Birthday Celebration” Paul Simon, Jackson Browne, David Crosby, Emmylou Harris and more celebrate Joan Baez’ birthday. TV-G

SUNDAY

DECEMBER 4

AM EARLY MORNING MDNT WORLD America Reframed: Yellow Fever 1:00 WORLD My Louisiana Love John Denver: Country Boy 1:30 2:00 WORLD The Cardboard Bernini Great Moments from Soundbreaking 3:00 3:00 WORLD Curious Worlds: The Art & Imagination of David Beck 4:00 WORLD To the Contrary with Bonnie Erbe On the Psychiatrist’s Couch with 4:30 Daniel Amen, MD 4:30 WORLD Washington Week with Gwen Ifill 5:00 WORLD Scully/The World Show 5:30 WORLD Open Mind 6:00 SEE WEEKEND SCHEDULE, P. 23

The Highwaymen Live at Nassau Coliseum  Airs 8:30pm Thurdsay, December 1 Also 12/5 2am; 12/10 9:30pm

Join Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash and Kris Kristofferson —“the Mt. Rushmore of country music”—for this live concert recorded in 1990. The Highwaymen perform classics like “Big River,” “Me and Bobby McGee” and “Always on My Mind.”

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BrainFit: 50 Ways to Grow Your Brain with Daniel Amen, MD and Tana Amen, RN Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen share their best secrets to ignite your energy and focus at any age. TV-G

Rock Rewind 1965-1967 (My Music) Iconic actor Adam West presents archival performances of popular hits songs from the 1960s. TV-G

Last of the Breed A once-in-alifetime concert event featuring Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard and Ray Price.  See photo, p. 8

8:00 WORLD America Reframed: Yellow Fever 9:00 WORLD My Louisiana Love: TV-G

of modern quilting inspired by the traditional Log Cabin block. TV-G

3:00

Country Pop Legends (My Music) Roy Clark and Glenn Camp-

COURTESY OF JIM MCGUIRE

8:30

COURTESY OF JIM MCGUIRE

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10:00

Inspire Happiness Positive psychology authors and researchers reveal how to create happier and more positive lives. TV-G

11:30

Lawrence Welk: God Bless America Executive Producer Bob Allen and Welk Star Mary Lou Metzger are featured on this special. TV-G

Willie Nelson (left) and Kris Kristofferson

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Evening & Overnight

PM AFTERNOON PLEDGE/EVENING

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Rick Steves’ Europe: Remote, Sacred, Wild Rick Steves celebrate the wonder of the great outdoors and religious sites in Europe and beyond. TV-G

2:30

Rick Steves Special “European Christmas” Customs and practices of the holiday season are explored in England, France, Switzerland and more. TV-G

3:00 WORLD America Reframed: Yellow Fever 4:00 WORLD My Louisiana Love TV-G

4:30

Great Performances

“Andrea Bocelli: Cinema” Andrea Bocelli pays tribute to the silver screen in a lush concert of great songs from the movies. TV-G

5:00 WORLD Life of Muhammad:

6:00 WORLD Nature: Fabulous Frogs TV-PG

The Seeker TV-PG

6:30

Celtic Woman: Home for Christmas Vocalists Lisa Lambe, Susan McFadden and Meav Ni Mhaolchatha perform timeless holiday favorites. TV-G  See photo, p. 10

7:00 WORLD Penelope: TV-G

8:00

I Miss Downton Abbey! Revisit treasured moments from the unforgettable series, including new behind-the-scenes clips. TV-G

Made in Montana, see pp. 4-5

8:00 WORLD Doc World: The Killing Fields of

Dr. Haing S. Ngor

9:30

Il Volo Notte Magica The

Pledge programming

AM PLEDGE SPECIALS

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superstar trio and Placido Domingo perform in Florence, Italy’s beautiful Santa Croce Square. TV-G

Memories of Peace Corps TV-G

11:00

Alone in the Wilderness Richard Proenneke set out alone to build a log cabin and explore a pristine land unchanged by man. TV-G

11:00 WORLD Penelope TV-G

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on how to combat the physical signs and consequences of aging are presented. TV-G

9:30 WORLD Serving America:

10:00 WORLD Nature: Fabulous Frogs TV-PG

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Alone in the Wilderness Richard Proenneke set out alone to build a log cabin and explore a pristine land unchanged by man. TV-G

1:30

Rick Steves’ Europe: Remote, Sacred, Wild Rick Steves celebrate the wonder of the great outdoors and religious sites in Europe and beyond. TV-G

DECEMBER 5

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MDNT WORLD Doc World: The Killing Fields

of Dr. Haing S. Ngor Alone in the Wilderness, pt 2 12:30 1:30 WORLD Serving America: Memories of Peace Corps The Highwaymen Live at 2:00 Nassau Coliseum 2:00 WORLD Life of Muhammad: The Seeker 3:00 WORLD Curious Worlds: The Art & Imagination of David Beck Great Performances: Andrea Bocelli 3:30 4:00 WORLD Overheard with Evan Smith 4:30 WORLD Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly 5:00 WORLD Newsroom Tokyo Easy Yoga for Arthritis with 5:30 Peggy Cappy 6:00 SEE DAYTIME SCHEDULE, P. 22

Age Reversed with Miranda Esmonde-White Valuable insights

5:30 Nightly Business Report TV-G 6:00 PBS NewsHour

6:00 WORLD Ancient Roads from Christ to

Constantine: The Great Missionary TV-PG

7:00

Why We Love Backroads of Montana The Backroads crew visited Montana farmers markets this past summer and spoke to more than 50 fans about the impact of the show, their favorite and most memorable characters, the show’s recognizable theme song and why they love the show so much.  See story, inside front cover

7:00 WORLD Local USA: Immigration: Lan-

7:30 WORLD On Story: Chris Cooper TV-G 8:00 WORLD PBS NewsHour

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Glacier Park Remembered Historical memorabilia and old film showcase what Montana’s Glacier Park was like 100 years ago.  See p. 4

9:00 WORLD Nightly Business Report TV-G 9:30 WORLD Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly

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Suze Orman’s Financial Solutions for You Suze Orman provides advice to help individual viewers “find financial solutions for you.” TV-G

10:00 WORLD Ancient Roads from Christ to

Constantine: Birth of a Faith TV-PG

11:00 WORLD Ancient Roads from Christ to

Constantine: The Great Missionary TV-PG

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DECEMBER 6

AM EARLY MORNING

MDNT WORLD Local USA : Immigration: Lan-

Last of the Breed

 Airs 8pm Saturday, December 3 Also 12/6 mdnt The treasure trove of honky-tonk hits and Texas swing tunes that turned the album Last of the Breed—by the legendary Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard and Ray Price—into a major-selling hit is a once-in-a-lifetime concert event. The three deliver rousing performances of their greatest hits in the richest voices this side of the Rio Grande.

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