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CELEBRATING ALL THE CREATURES ON "ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL"
ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL: TRICKI & FRIENDS
Sunday 7:00pm
When it comes to the hit PBS series ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL, it's hard to beat the scene-stealing beauty of the Yorkshire Dales, but there are plenty of characters that are up for the task! Of course, those characters are the "creatures," and at the top of that list is everyone's favorite pampered Pekingese, Tricki Woo!
In this behind-the-scenes special, we celebrate the animals we love by revisiting the PBS series where they always come first! Perhaps the most endearing charm of this beloved MASTERPIECE series is its ability to show the special bond between humans and animals. Where else would one of the most anticipated wedding ceremony's in recent memory include a Pekingese, a Golden Retriever, and a German Shepherd as guests?
Author and veterinarian James Herriot wrote, “If having a soul means being able to feel love and loyalty and gratitude, then animals are better off than a lot of humans.” From Tricki's best moments to the birth of a foal, this special explores why James, Tristan, and Siegfried go to great lengths to care for the animals of the Dales.
MUSIC TO EAT THANKSGIVING LEFTOVERS BY
GREAT PERFORMANCES: HENRY MANCINI 100 AT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL
Friday 8:00pm
He's the man that made movies come alive for generations!
The Hollywood Bowl Orchestra and several special guests celebrate the centennial birthday of Henry Mancini, the peerless composer for film, television and popular song. The four-time Oscar and 20-time Grammy-winning composer of “Moon River” and the “Pink Panther” made 29 conducting appearances on the iconic Bowl’s stage. Michael Bublé, Cynthia Erivo, saxophonist Dave Koz and Mancini’s daughter Monica Mancini gather to perform Mancini’s signature songs, interspersed with clips from his beloved movies and TV shows.
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60s & 70s SOUL CELEBRATION
Saturday 7:00pm
The legends of 60's and 70's soul music return to perform their biggest hits. Featuring The Temptations, James Brown, Patti LaBelle, The Chi-Lites, The Spinners, Sam Moore and more in this first-time-ever classic R&B and soul compilation.
NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH
THE PRECIPICE
LPB Special Focus
Wednesday 9:00pm
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, LPB brings back this award-winning documentary exploring the plight of the Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe.
The Pointe-au-Chien Indian Tribe is a community literally on the precipice as they fight to save their home and maintain their culture and language. Yet two immense forces remain obstacles to a sustainable future: federal recognition, and climate change. This award-winning LPB documentary identifies the challenges they face and the battles they are beginning to win. The fight is far from over, but optimism is on the horizon.
LPB EN FRANÇAIS
CINÉMA FRANÇAIS: JOURNAL D'UN CURÉ DE CAMPAGNE
Sunday 10:00pm
LPB is back with a whole new series of classic French cinema! This late-night exploration of French film is hosted by Dr. William Arceneaux, the founder of La Fondation Louisiane and board member of The Foundation for Excellence in Louisiana Public Broadcasting. Each film is presented in French with English subtitles.
"Diary of a Country Priest" is a 1951 French drama directed by Robert Bresson, based on the novel by Georges Bernanos. It depicts the life of a young, pious priest assigned to a rural parish in France, who faces physical illness and spiritual doubt while struggling with the apathy and hostility of his parishioners, offering a profound reflection on faith and suffering.
TRAVEL WITH A TWIST
BRITAIN BY THE BOOK
Monday 8:00pm
In this funny, revealing and heart-warming travelogue, actor and comedian Mel Giedroyc and "Doc Martin" favorite Martin Clunes, head to the English county of Dorset to explore the spectacular scenery and iconic locations made famous by some of Britain's favorite books and films. The two friends walk in the footsteps of John Fowles' “The French Lieutenant’s Woman,” stoke up the engine on a steam train ride through Enid Blyton (“The Famous Five”) country, and sample Dorset’s finest cider on a farm overlooking magical Corfe Castle. A boat trip to the world-famous Durdle Door on the breathtaking Jurassic coast proves challenging for the sea-sick Mel, despite Martin’s best efforts at distracting her by reading bursts of Thomas Hardy (“Far From the Madding Crowd”). Lastly, they meet, walk and talk with Raynor Winn, author of the best-selling novel “The Salt Path”.
RETHINKING FOOD WITH LIDIA
LIDA CELEBRATES AMERICA: CHANGEMAKERS
Tuesday 8:00pm
Lidia travels across America meeting chefs, farmers, and entrepreneurs hard at work trying to change, not only what’s available, but the way Americans think about food in the future. Lidia is intent on getting out the critical message that we need to be more adventurous in terms of what we’re willing to eat and mindful of the energy and water it takes to grow, harvest, transport, and package it. “It’s also critical to remember the energy and water it takes to grow, transport and package the foods we eat”, says Lidia, “We all have the ability to be Changemakers."
WHAT TO WATCH AND WHEN: THIS WEEK ON LPB
In honor of the 100th anniversary of Tiger Stadium, LPB and LSU take you back to 2010 with this documentary tracing the first 150-years of history of Louisiana State University. From the founding of the school in Pineville back in 1860, to the first female students and desegregation, to its growing prominence as a research facility, this documentary takes us back to a university poised to meet the future head-on.
FOREVER LSU | LPB Special Focus | Thursday 7:00pm
MONDAY
7pm - Antiques Roadshow Explore space-themed treasures including a Star Trek treatment, script and letters.
8pm - Britain by the Book Travel across Dorset England for this literary inspired jaunt.
9pm - Help! We Bought a Village Burglars target a settlement in Puglia, and it's the moment of truth for a French village.
10pm - The Madame Blanc Mysteries Judith and Jeremy's 80s-themed wedding anniversary party takes a gnarly turn when an attendee is discovered dead.
TUESDAY
7pm - Finding Your Roots The diverse backgrounds of country icons Clint Black and Rosanne Cash.
8pm - Lidia Celebrates America: Changemakers Lidia meets chefs, farmers, and entrepreneurs who are hard at work trying to change the way Americans see and think about food.
9pm - FRONTLINE: China, The U.S. & The Rise of Xi Jinping
FRONTLINE examines the rise of Xi Jinping, his vision for China and the global implications. Correspondent Martin Smith traces the defining moments for President Xi, how he’s exercising power and his impact on China, and relations with the U.S. and the world.
WEDNESDAY
7pm - NATURE Woodpeckers: The Hole Story Exploring the 240 species of woodpeckers!
8pm - NOVA Building Stuff: Change It! 3-Part Special Series From electrifying aviation, to building robots to protect threatened coral reefs, a new generation of engineers is finding creative solutions to some of our most critical environmental challenges.
9pm - The Precipice LPB SPECIAL FOCUS An encore airing of this award-winning LPB documentary in honor of Native American Heritage Month.
THURSDAY
7pm - Forever LSU LPB SPECIAL FOCUS Father Brown investigates when rivalries escalate to murderous heights at the Kembleston Olimpicks.
8:30pm - Mannheim Steamroller 30/40 Live A musical mix from the group that recreated holiday music.
10pm - Britain by the Book Travel across Dorset England for this literary inspired jaunt.
FRIDAY
7pm - Louisiana: The State We're In LPB SPECIAL FOCUS
7:30pm - Washington Week with The Atlantic Roundtable discussion about the week's major news.
8pm - GREAT PERFORMANCES Henry Mancini 100 at the Hollywood Bowl A centennial celebration of the great composer! Click to hear Michael Buble perform "Moon River."
10pm - Fleetwood Mac: The Dance The iconic band's epic 1997 reunion.
SATURDAY
7pm - 60s and 70s Soul Celebration Might as well go ahead and move the coffee table. You're going to want to dance to this one!
10pm - Concert for George In honor of the passing of music legend George Harrison, a lineup of performances by legends such as Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Jeff Lynne, Tom Petty, and Billy Preston.
SUNDAY
7pm - All Creatures Great and Small: Tricki & Friends A celebration of the creatures from the hit PBS series.
9pm - Wolf Hall on MASTERPIECE FINALE Henry's love for Anne Boleyn has given way to anger and distrust. Henry instructs Cromwell to rid him of his second queen. Sensing her loss of favor, the queen's enemies gather. STREAM ANYTIME WITH LPB PASSPORT. Also - click here to read more about the upcoming sequel, "THE MIRROR AND THE LIGHT."
10pm - LPB PRESENTS: CINÉMA FRANÇAIS LPB SPECIAL FOCUS The 1951 French crime drama, "Diary of a Country Priest". In French with English subtitles.
GIVING THANKS WITH LPB & PBS KIDS!
Check out LPB Education's newest Play & Learn video for Fall--Thanksgiving 2024 Play & Learn! Fall is an exciting time when we can watch changes in nature and enjoy time with family and friends. Learn how to make nature art frames, cookies, read Fall Mixed Up with Mr. Matt and play the PBS KIDS game, Nature Art Box. Play & Learn today with LPB Education!
CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS WITH DANIEL TIGER
A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS WITH DANIEL TIGER
Saturday, December 7
LSU Rural Life Museum
www.lpb.org/holidays
Join the Friends of LPB on Saturday, December 7, for A Very Merry Christmas featuring Daniel Tiger at the LSU Rural Life Museum's Louisiana Lights! Children can enjoy fun activities and take photos with Daniel Tiger.
WAYS TO SUPPORT LPB
LPB's Win the Wheels Raffle is back! Visit www.lpb.org/raffle for more details on how you can help support LPB.
STREAM SEASONS 1 & 2 NOW
ZIGGY’S ARTS ADVENTURE
Seasons 1 & 2 now streaming at ziggy.lpb.org
It’s more art. More learning. More Ziggy!
Both seasons one and two of the LPB educational puppet series Ziggy’s Arts Adventure are now streaming.
Ziggy is a loveable 9-year old alien who comes to Earth in search of art… and boy, does he find it when he lands in Louisiana! From photography, to music, to culinary creations Ziggy and his pals go on a different adventure every week, learning how to communicate, collaborate, organize, and solve problems while exploring Louisiana’s creative culture.
Visit Ziggy's website, explore his world, and meet his friends. Parents and educators will also find fun and educational art activities associated with episodes!
Follow Ziggy on his social media pages on Facebook and Instagram.