Sunday, May 19th TV listings for CPTV Spirit (Connecticut Public Television)
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics Spine Strengthening
A workout to develop a stable and aligned spine by strengthening the entire core musculature, from the abdominals to the back.
MotorWeek 2024 BMW X6
The BMW X6 crossover offers equal parts "sport" and "utility"; the Volvo XC40 Recharge, a compact electric vehicle; autocross competition.
Energy Switch Electric Cars -- Pros and Cons, Part 2
Electric car mandates.
Ecosense for Living Conserving Great & Small
Exploring how hummingbirds navigate migration and habitat challenges.
Growing a Greener World Hope for Heroes: The Farmer Veteran Coalition
Veterans become farmers after serving their country.
Home Diagnosis What's That Smell?
Exploring the what, how and why of environmental sensitivity or "sick building syndrome" and how to avoid it.
Ciao Italia Pesto Pairings
Watercress pesto tossed with spinach linguine and topped with an artichoke crudo; broccolini and artichoke pesto tossed with fusilli.
Cook's Country A Love Letter to the South
Pan-fried pork chops with milk gravy; disposable utensils; jarred peppers; the origins of pimento cheese; creamy pimento mac and cheese.
America's Test Kitchen Sweet and Savory Choux
Classic choux au craquelin; piping sets; gnocchi a la Parisienne with arugula, tomatoes and olives.
Christopher Kimball's Milk Street Television Cook What You Have
Creamless tomato bisque with Parmesan croutons; pasta with pesto rosso using roasted red pepper; stir-fried cumin tofu marinated in soy sauce and vinegar.
Les Stroud's Wild Harvest Maple & Milkweed
Maple trees and a sugar shack lead to maple syrup.
Steven Raichlen's Planet Barbecue Mexi-que
Three Mexican grill specialties -- pollo asado, grilled swordfish with salsa macha and carne enchilada.
Lidia's Kitchen Welcome to My Kitchen
Focaccia di recco; a quick salad matching salty pecorino Romano cheese with sweet pears and peppery arugula; rigatoni with sausage and cabbage.
Pati's Mexican Table Food Meets Art
Unique spots where food and art connect; Ceramica Suro supplies dishware and textiles to restaurants in Mexico and the U.S.; chefs Poncho Cadena and Fernanda Covarrubias create artistic, colorful dishes.
Antiques Roadshow Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens Hour 3
A Fox Kids promotion kit; a Thurman Munson-signed baseball circa 1975; Fernando Amorsolo oil paintings from 1955.
Trauma to Triumph: The Rise of the Entrepreneur Survivors of War
A Native American who volunteered for Vietnam and a Holocaust survivor who found their inner power to create and own their futures.
A 70-year-old Vietnam War veteran walks across New York state to confront his demons while also helping other survivors of PTSD.
The Brain With David Eagleman Who Will We Be?
Dr. Eagleman speculates what the future might be like for the human brain and species.
PBS News Weekend New
Analysis of national and international news, as well as in-depth reporting on topics ranging from education and politics to technology and finance.
Firing Line With Margaret Hoover
Margaret Hoover leads interviews and debates.
Through Our Eyes Shelter
Three children and their families try to keep their dreams alive while navigating housing insecurity in Los Angeles.
Roadtrip Nation: Education's Future Support to Succeed
Educators explain that fostering a student's sense of belonging is just as important as how they do on standardized tests and report cards.
Nature Saving the Animals of Ukraine
Anton Ptushkin documents the work of Ukrainian citizens in rescuing and caring for the pets and zoo animals abandoned during the war in Ukraine.
Expedition With Steve Backshall Expedition Unseen
Naturalist and explorer Steve Backshall takes on four new adventures to remote parts of the planet, including Saudi Arabia, Gabon and Mexico.
Asian Americans Breaking Through
Asian Americans navigate their growing influence at the turn of the millennium, but also face what it means to be an American in a polarized society.
American Experience Plague at the Golden Gate
The bubonic plague outbreak in San Francisco's Chinatown in 1900 and the hunt to identify its source leads to a spate of violent anti-Asian sentiment.
The Age of Nature Understanding
Scientists, citizens and activists restore the environment thanks to a new understanding of nature.
NOVA Secrets in Your Data
Alok Patel takes a look at what happens to the personal data shared on social media and efforts to maximize benefits without compromising personal privacy.
Nature Saving the Animals of Ukraine
Anton Ptushkin documents the work of Ukrainian citizens in rescuing and caring for the pets and zoo animals abandoned during the war in Ukraine.
Pompeii: The New Dig The Bodies
The excavation begins with the discovery of a large brick-built oven; further investigations reveal it was part of a thriving commercial bakery.
Woodsongs EmiSunshine and The Rain and The Red Mountain Boys
Songwriter EmiSunshine performs songs from her first album, "Sideshow"; the Red Mountain Boys; 12-year-old pianist and singer Reed Elliotte.
Austin City Limits Lyle Lovett and His Large Band
Country singer-songwriter Lyle Lovett and his band perform songs from his album "12th of June."