12/26 - 1/1
2010
All times are EST
Previously aired
NATURE
Many animals in Alaska's complex and spectacular ecosystem decline dramatically in number with no clear explanations why.
ANTIQUES ROADSHOW
A Chinese Tang Dynasty pottery horse; an heirloom Teco vase from Terra Cotta, Illinois; a collection of World Series programs
NOVA
"Absolute Zero" presents the epic story of humanity's struggle to master extreme cold. Part one of two.
INDEPENDENT LENS
Documentary examines the creative and commercial value of musical sampling, including the ongoing debates about artistic expression, copyright law and (of course) money.
Explore market houses, market places and farmers' markets across the United States in this new film by Rick Sebak.
NEED TO KNOW
This week on NEED TO KNOW: Interview: Charles Armstrong; Legacy of Waste; The Fort Dix Five; Interview: Gary Shteyngart
EVERYDAY FOOD
Lemon-herb roasted chicken; tuna salad niçoise; pan-seared steak with salsa verde and green beans; brownies with cream cheese swirl; bolognese sauce.
AUSTIN CITY LIMITS
The Wallflowers' Jakob Dylan followed by songwriter/violinist Carrie Rodriguez.
This week on NEED TO KNOW: In The Coal; Interview: Thomas Hatch; Working for Change; In Perspective: A Jon Meacham Essay; Interview: Julie Taymor; Just Ask Peter Sagal
Meet the indomitable Dolores Huerta, who has tirelessly led the fight for racial and labor justice.