NOVA Last Extinction
Fifteen thousand years ago in a blip of geologic time, somewhere between 15 and 35 magnificent large types of animals went extinct in North America. Why? Thursday, April2nd at 6pm & 11pm on PBS-World
400 Years of the Telescope
This visually stunning program chronicles a sweeping journey, from 1609, when Galileo revealed mankind's place in the galaxy, to today's thrilling quests to discover new worlds in the universe. Friday, April 10th at 10:00 pm on KUAT6 and HD.
Austin City Limits
AUSTIN CITY LIMITS showcases a pair of British stars; England's Corinne Bailey Rae and Scotland's KT Tunstall. Airs on the UA Channel, Sunday, March 29th at 6:00 p.m.
Ten Trillion and Counting
Efforts to stem the tide in the financial meltdown have added billions of dollars to the national debt. FRONTLINE reports on how debt will constrain and challenge the Obama administration. Friday, March 27th at 10:00 p.m. KUAT6 and HD.
"Dr. Scar" Remembered
It has been more than 40 years since Jack Jacobson last donned the makeup of Tucson's "Kindly, Lovable" TV horror movie host. The broadcast icon died Monday. Hear him reflect on the past, in a 2007 interview with Robert Rappaport.
Little Dorrit, Part Two
One of Charles Dickens’ greatest love stories also has the timely theme of chronic debt and financial collapse. Part Two airs Sunday, April 5th at 8:00 p.m.on KUAT 6 and HD.
Little Dorrit
One of Charles Dickens’ greatest love stories also has the timely theme of chronic debt and financial collapse. Sunday, at 8:00 p.m. on KUAT 6 and HD.
2009 Cine Mexico Film Festival
The festival will present many movies, including the U.S. debut of three early 1960's-era Mexican science fiction films. Hear about "The Future South of the Border" when Mark McLemore talks with film historian Carlos Guttiérez, Friday, March 27th.
Austin City Limits: Ray Davies
The legendary Kinks frontman Ray Davies makes a rare American television appearance, showcasing classic songs from the former Brit band as well as his eagerly received first-ever solo record. Saturday at 10:00 pm on the UA Channel
ARTe
The second season installment for the arts journal ARTe features five area artists who use art to inspire resilience for themselves and for others. ARTe premieres Sunday, March 22 at 6:30 p.m. on KUAT6 and HD.
President Obama Speaks in California
The President will make remarks at a town hall event in Costa Mesa. This is an online live raw audio feed.
Sister Aimee
"Sister Aimee" tells the story of Aimee Semple McPherson, the controversial, popular evangelist instrumental in bringing conservative Protestantism into mainstream culture and American politics. Airs Monday, March 23rd at 9:00 p.m. on KUAT6 and HD.
By the Pricking of My Thumbs
Miss Marple joins fellow Agatha Christie super sleuths Tommy and Tuppence Beresford to investigate the disappearances of two nursing home residents and the unsolved mystery of a murdered child. Airs at 2:00 pm on KUAT6 and HD
Lakshmi and Me
In this examination of the relationship between Indian filmmaker Nishtha Jain and her young maid, Lakshmi, Jain explores her culture and the pervasive caste system that still determines an individual’s fate in life. Saturday at 10:30 pm on PBS World.
This Week's Show
Sewer archaeology, Mexican poverty and a StoryCorps interview are featured on this week's "Arizona Spotlight." Tune in Friday on KUAZ, or experience the show by segment online.
