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Highlights: June 16 to June 22

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David Suchet on the Orient Express: A Masterpiece at 7 pm takes you across the Europe of today and leads you on an epic journey on an iconic train through a series of romantic cities and stunning scenery.

Antiques Roadshow heads to Palm Springs, California at 7 pm Monday to visit nearby Pioneertown, the location for many Hollywood westerns, to discuss trophy belt buckles.

Antiques Roadshow heads to Louisville, Kentucky at 8 pm Monday to the Embroiderer’s Guild of America and the Kentucky International Convention Center.

Independent Lens  The Revolutionary Optimists at 9 pm Monday follows the story of Amlan Ganguly as he works with children who are living in Calcutta’s slums to transform their own neighborhoods and lives.

American Experience presents the story of John D. Rockefeller at 7 pm Tuesday. Although  the Rockefeller name was despised in America for decades, John D. Rockefeller Jr. would dedicate his life to recasting the family image.

Discover the story of  how predatory pythons slithered into Florida’s Everglades National Park and thrived on Nature Giant Pythons at 7 pm Wednesday.

NOVA  Extreme Cave Diving at 8 pm Wednesday follows the charismatic Dr. Kenny Broad as he dives into Blue Holes — underwater caves that formed during the last ice age when sea level was nearly 400 feet below what it is today.

Tomlinson Hill at 9 pm Wednesday documents how the legacy of slavery in east and central Texas has created a region still divided despite the civil rights changes of the last 60 years.

Overheard with Evan Smith features Newt Gingrich at 7 pm Thursday. Gingrich is a former Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives and a candidate for the Republican presidential nomination in 2012.

The Daytripper stops by Georgetown at 8:30 pm Thursday. Chet explores Williamson County, including its historic square and the “oldest University in Texas.”

Painted Churches Of Texas: Echoes Of The Homeland at 9 pm Thursday presents the unique story of Texas churches that were built  by 19th century immigrants that were striving to succeed in a new country and still preserve the values and culture of their homelands.

Hosted by President and Mrs. Obama, In Performance At The White House Memphis Soul at 9 pm Friday honors the memorable soul sounds from the mid- to late-1960s that came from Memphis, Tennessee.

Keep rainfall right at home and off the streets with techniques that soak it in where your plants most need it on Central Texas Gardener  Wrangle Rainfall With Rain Gardens at 12 & 4 pm Saturday.

Victory Garden presents Wet at 4:30 Saturday. Join Paul Epsom at Longwood Gardens in Philadelphia to learn about water features and elements that can add to any garden.

Austin City Limits presents Raphael Saadiq and Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears at 7 pm Saturday. Saadiq highlights songs from his old-school soul LP Stone Rollin’. Lewis & his Honeybears rock their bluesy soul nuggets from Scandalous.

Science Night 6/19

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Nature Invasion of the Pythons at 7 pm
Florida’s Everglades National Park is one of the last great wildlife refuges in the United States, home to numerous unique and endangered mammals, trees, plants, birds and turtles, as well as half a million alligators. However, the Everglades is also the dumping ground for many animal invaders over 15 species of parrot, 75 kinds of fish and 30 different reptiles from places as far away as Africa, Asia and the Caribbean.  Add to the mix tens of thousands of giant pythons, snakes that can grow to 20 feet and weigh nearly 300 pounds, some released into the wild by irresponsible pet owners, some escapees from almost 200 wildlife facilities destroyed by Hurricane Andrew in 1992. The predatory pythons slithered into this protected wilderness and thrived, and the refuge has consequently become less of a haven and more of a killing ground every day since then.

NOVA  Extreme Cave Diving at 8 pm
Follow the charismatic Dr. Kenny Broad as he dives into Blue Holes — underwater caves that formed during the last ice age when sea level was nearly 400 feet below what it is today. They are Earth’s least explored and perhaps most dangerous frontiers. With an interdisciplinary team of climatologists, paleontologists and anthropologists, Broad investigates the hidden history of Earth’s climate as revealed by finds in this spectacularly beautiful “alternate universe.”

Highlights: June 9 to June 15

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When botanist Liv Nash accidentally digs up the body of the recently buried Murray Hawes, Lewis and Hathaway are set upon a seemingly impossible quest on Masterpiece Mystery! Inspector Lewis at 8 pm Sunday.

Relax in Palm Springs, California with Antiques Roadshow at 7 pm Monday. Experts discover the most valuable object ever appraised on the series: a 1937 painting by noted American abstract expressionist Clyfford Still.

Antiques Roadshow heads to Louisville, Kentucky at 8 pm Monday. Rafael Eledge displays some valuable Confederate belt buckles and instructs collectors how to avoid falling for a fake.

Independent Lens  Love Free Or Die at 9 pm Monday explores how faith, love, marriage, homosexuality and the Episcopal Church collide in the first openly gay Bishop Gene Robinson of New Hampshire.

Independent Lens Two Spirits at 10 pm Monday explores the life and death of a boy, who was also a girl, and the essentially spiritual nature of gender.

Helen Of Troy at 7 pm Tuesday presents an epic journey to find out the truth about Helen of Troy, the woman who has been blamed or causing the Trojan War, a conflict that resulted in countless deaths.

On Story Raising Stakes, Reversals, and Payoffs at 10 pm Tuesday. Thriller master writer/director Shane Black discusses the critical elements of a taut, suspense-filled movie.

With high-definition footage and high-tech presentations of their remarkable abilities, Nature Hummingbirds: Magic in the Air at 7 pm Wednesday will help us to understand the world of hummingbirds as we never have before

NOVA Ape Genius at 8 pm Wednesday reveals the secret mental lives of great apes and why they are turning out to be far smarter than most experts ever imagined.

Battle For The Elephants at 9 pm Wednesday presents the story of five people, each of whom is waging a battle for the elephant and revealing an epic tale of supply and demand, of passion and profit, of love and loss, themes borne out in the quests of our five main characters and the many others whose paths they cross.

Overheard with Evan Smith features Gloria Steinem at 7 pm Thursday. A pioneering activist and best-selling author who co-founded Ms. magazine 40 years ago, Steinem  speaks about how she is no less enthusiastic about or energized by the fight for gender equality today.

The Miró Quartet performs an all-Schubert program on Arts In Context at 7:30 pm Thursday.

Juneteenth Jamboree at 8 pm Thursday celebrates the history and rich culture of African Americans in San Marcos, Texas and takes you on a tour of Calaboose African American Museum and the historic Dunbar neighborhood.

The Daytripper at 8:30 pm Thursday heads to Amarillo, Tx  to visit the historic stockyards, see a cattle auction, view a ranch made for Cadillacs, and attempt to eat the legendary “free” 72oz steak.

Natural Wonder Of Texas: Palo Duro Canyon at 9 pm Thursday follows the timeline from the canyon’s prehistoric origins to its relevance today as a state park.

In Performance At The White House presents Red, White And Blues at 9 pm Friday. President and Mrs. Obama host this all-star celebration of the blues.

Central Texas Gardener presents Get The Kids Outdoors at noon and  4 pm Saturday. See how to get the kids off the computer and outside with fun hands-on activities that connect them to real-life wildlife explorations.

Victory Garden presents New at 4:30 Saturday. Jamie Durie takes viewers to Cornerstone Gardens one of North America’s premier collections of exciting new garden design.

Austin City Limits presents Spoon at 7 pm Saturday as they perform songs from their album, Transference.

 

Science Night 6/12

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Nature Humingbirds: Magic in the Air at 7 pm
Hummingbirds represent one of nature’s most interesting paradoxes — they are the tiniest of birds, yet they qualify as some of the toughest and most energetic creatures on the planet. New knowledge gained from scientists currently making great breakthroughs in hummingbird biology makes this a perfect time to focus on these shimmering, flashing jewels of the natural world. Stunningly beautiful high-definition, high speed footage of hummingbirds in the wild combined with high-tech presentations of their remarkable abilities help us to understand the world of hummingbirds as we never have before.

NOVA Ape Genius at 8 pm
The great apes – which include chimps, orangutans, gorillas and bonobos – seem to have rich emotional lives similar to our own. But just how smart are these animals? A new generation of investigators is revealing the secret mental lives of great apes; our evolutionary next-of-kin are turning out to be far smarter than most experts ever imagined. But just as clever experiments are exposing the extraordinary abilities of great apes, new research is redefining the mental talents of our own species. Scientists are at last zeroing in on what separates us from our closest living relatives.

Battle For The Elephants at 9 pm
What is it about elephants that pull us in, that evoke an almost immediate sympathy? Is it that family is so important to them? That they take care of their young? That they play? Or is it that they are simply so big, smart and powerful? Whatever the allure, elephants are popular. And yet, in 2012, the world witnessed the greatest slaughter of elephants since an international ban on the ivory trade was first put in place in 1989. Now, National Geographic follows five people, each of whom is waging a battle for the elephant. Their stories reveal that this is an epic tale of supply and demand, of passion and profit, of love and loss, themes borne out in the quests of our five main characters and the many others whose paths they cross.

KLRU Q Saturday at the Movies – 6/1

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KLRU-Q’s Saturday Night at the Movies presents a full-length feature film every Saturday night, plus extra content that gives the evening an exciting spin. Each film explores the work of legendary actors and actresses through many important films from their careers. Here is a peek of what this Saturday has in store:

7:00 – Just Seen It “Episode #207“
Just Seen It is the review show where industry professionals present their takes on current movies and TV shows, and interview Hollywood insiders.

7:30 – On Story “James Franco: A Look Inside 127 Hours”
James Franco reveals his unique experience working on 127 Hours, including his faith in director Danny Boyle’s vision, and the collaboration approach from cast and crew to fulfill the tension needed to capture this true and tantalizing story. Followed by the allegorical short film, Voice Over, directed by Martin Rosete, about a few extreme situations that literally take your breath away.

8:00 – I Want To Live!
Convicted of murder, drug-addicted shill and prostitute Barbara Graham (Susan Hayward) lands on death row.

10:05 -Mae West … And The Men Who Knew Her
As the first “blonde bombshell,” Mae West reigned supreme and changed the nation’s view of women, sex and race – on stage, in films, on radio and television.

11:05 - Marilyn Monroe … Beyond The Legend
This Wombat production is narrated by Richard Widmark and features Marilyn Monroe’s great moments on film.

Science Night 6/5

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Wednesdays are Science Night on KLRU! This week, we’ve got two recent favorites to thank you for watching and supporting your community-supported public television station.

NOVA Earth From Space at 7 pm
This film reveals a spectacular new space-based vision of our planet. Produced in extensive consultation with NASA scientists, NOVA takes data from earth-observing satellites and transforms it into dazzling visual sequences, each one exposing the intricate web of forces that sustains life on earth.

Eat, Fast And Live Longer With Michael Mosley at  9:30 pm
Michael Mosley has set himself a truly ambitious goal: he wants to live longer, stay younger and lose weight. But he wants to make as few changes to his life as possible along the way. And he thinks he’s found the answer — the ancient idea of fasting.

 

Highlights: June 2 to June 8

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Masterpiece Mystery! presents Inspector Lewis at 8 pm Sunday, when babysitter Jessica Lake is discovered dead, Lewis and Hathaway are drawn into diverse new worlds beyond the usual Oxford colleges.

Antiques Roadshow  ”Relative Riches” at 7 pm Monday puts family folklore to the test and demonstrates the proof is in the provenance.

American Experience  Silicon Valley at 8:30 Monday tells the story behind the start of the personal computer revolution.

American Masters explores the life and career of The Tonight Show host Johnny Carson at 7 pm Tuesday.

Great Performances Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy at 9:30 pm Tuesday combines interviews with performance footage, including many of the rousing anthems and timeless ballads America has loved for a century.

NOVA presents Earth From Space at 7 pm Wednesday, revealing a spectacular new space-based vision of our planet.

Michael Mosley has set himself a truly ambitious goal: he wants to live longer, stay younger and lose weight on Eat, Fast And Live Longer With Michael Mosley at  9:30 pm Wednesday.

Overheard with Evan Smith brings you an in-depth interview with one of today’ s most fascinating public figures at 7 pm Thursday.

On KLRU’s BBQ Spectacular Thursday at 8 pm Aaron Franklin gives tips for making the best smoked meats on BBQ with Franklin. Followed immediately by a BBQ contest in Kuwait to feed U.S. troops on Kings of BBQ.

The Daytripper heads to Georgetown, Tx at 9:30 Thursday. Chet explores Williamson County, including its historic square and the “oldest University in Texas.”

70s & 80s Soul Rewind at 9 pm Friday with more classic soul, R&B and dance from the 1970s and early 1980s.

Follow Lucinda Hutson on her travels to Mexico to explore cocktails, cooking and other agave adventures on Central Texas Gardener  Viva Tequila at noon & 4 pm Saturday.

Experience Elvis’ legendary Honolulu International Center Arena in Honolulu, Hawaii, on January 14, 1973 on Elvis Aloha From Hawaii at 5 pm Saturday.

Rick Steves’ Europe With Abandon! at 6:30 Saturday weaves together three enticing modules of travel programming taken from the most recent season of Rick Steves’ Europe and three compelling breaks hosted by Rick Steves.

Austin’s signature music series celebrates recent country music performances on Austin City Limits at 7 pm Saturday.

 

Create Marathon for June!

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KLRU Create will have Saturday marathons this June!

Summer Garden to Table – June 1
Your summer fruits and vegetables are growing beautifully. P. Allen Smith, gardener extraordinaire, will show you how to take them fresh from the garden to your dinner table. Your summer bounty will include: tomatoes, berries, salad greens and more. Enjoy the goodness straight from your backyard.

I Do!  – June 8
The month of June was made for weddings. Go ahead and take the plunge and our lifestyle experts will be with you every step of the way. Julia Child, the Grand Dame of cooking will show you how to make the perfect three tiered wedding cake. Who needs a wedding planner when you have Katie Brown, to help you plan a simple yet elegant wedding? After the nuptials it’s off to the honeymoon! Glove trekkers Rudy Maxa and Joseph Rosendo will take  you to the most romantic getaways. Dinner for two is what’s on the menu to keep the love alive. Say I do!

Men of Leisure  – June 15
In honor of Father’s Day, join the Create Men of Leisure team – featuring, Chefs Rick Bayless and Joe Ciminera; and world travelers Rick Steves and Art Wolfe. This marathon is for the ultimate male weekend warrior! There’s something for everyone. . .From grilling, to fishing, to traveling, to building and much more. There’s no time to relax, jump in and great started, because the weekend is almost over!

Very Berry – June 22
Summer time is the right time to enjoy the flavor of sweet berries – strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and blueberries. Our talented Create chefs, Julia Child, John Besh, Chris Kimball and company will show you how to incorporate juicy berries into your favorite recipes. This will be a very berry marathon.

Taste of the USA – June 29
Begin your 4th of July Celebration! World traveler, Burt Wolf and Grill master, Steven Raichlen will transport you across this great land we call the USA. See the sites! Taste the food! Enjoy what makes America beautiful.

KLRU Q Saturday at the Movies – 5/25

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KLRU-Q’s Saturday Night at the Movies presents a full-length feature film every Saturday night, plus extra content that gives the evening an exciting spin. Each film explores the work of legendary actors and actresses through many important films from their careers. Here is a peek of what this Saturday has in store:

7:00 – Just Seen It “Episode #206“
Just Seen It is the review show where film school graduates and working entertainment professionals review the newest in theaters, on TV and cable as well as offer industry interviews.

7:30 - On Story “A Conversation With Damon Lindelof, Co-Creator Of Lost“
Damon Lindelof discusses his hand in some of the most celebrated and scrutinized works of science fiction over the past five years, and how much of their success is attributed to writing stories that leave a lot up to one’s imagination.

8:00 – Hollywood Stars Film Package “Call Northside 777“A Chicago newsman (James Stewart) digs up the story of a scrubwoman’s son (Richard Conte) who has been framed for murder.

9:55 – POV “Presumed Guilty“
“Presumed Guilty” is the story of two young lawyers and their struggle to free Tono Zuniga, a man who was wrongfully imprisoned in December 2005.

10:55 – American Masters “Neil Young: Don’t Be Denied“
Neil Young grants rare and unprecedented access for this documentary in which he traces his musical journey in his own words. The film includes new interviews shot in New York and California and utilizes previously unseen performance footage from the star’s own extensive archives.

 

Science Night 5/29

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Nature The Himalayas at 7 pm
The Himalayan mountain system is the planet’s highest and home to the world’s highest peaks. NATURE explores the diversity of wildlife and habitats of this mountain chain starring the mysterious snow leopard.

NOVA Manhunt: Boston Bombers at 8 pm
How did investigators transform the chaos of the Boston Marathon bombing into a coherent trail of clues, pointing to the accused killers? Nova follows the manhunt step by step, examining the role modern technology — combined with old-fashioned detective work — played in cracking the case.

NOVA Oklahoma’s Killer Tornadoes at 9 pm
“Oklahoma’s Killer Tornadoes,” will update the previous NOVA episode “Deadliest Tornadoes” with new information about the May 20, 2013 tornado that swept through Moore, Oklahoma and surrounding areas, and will highlight the new radar system put in place to track tornadoes since the program originally premiered.