Saturday, May 2nd TV listings for Kansas City PBS 2 (KCPT2) Kansas City, MO
Mystery League The McGillicuddy Solution
The detectives uncover the identity of the author of "The Dancing Detective"; their final investigation leads them to someone they never suspected; old man McGillicuddy helps the detectives track down the key to the city.
A visit with Galileo Galilei; update on modern lenses; the life of singer and guitarist Robert Johnson; the science behind a joy buzzer; author Ridley Pearson; a virtual visit to Africa.
Curious Crew Magical Science
The science of magic; making a magic paper tube; marine archaeologist Melanie Damour.
DIY Science Time Fire Department
Meeting firefighters at Miami Township Fire and EMS and learning about rescue tools and vehicles; building a scissors lift using hydraulics.
Camp TV Career Day
Meeting a firefighter and conservation biologist; making a balloon rocket and flip book; doing a freeze dance; writing hero stories; meerkats and pikas.
Cool Careers Plan, Design and Fix It
Cool Careers introduces kids to high-paying, in-demand jobs in Kansas through short videos available at hirepaths.com/cool-careers-videos and on YouTube.
Alan Cumming's Most Luxurious Train Journeys Scotland
Setting sail to the sacred island of Iona; the story of the Iona Marble Quarry; cruising past Fingal's Cave on Staffa Island; Oban's seafood offerings; historic Scone Palace; tartan; a traditional ceilidh.
America the Bountiful Wheat in Kansas
Regional traditions surrounding wheat in Kansas; how wheat was harvested 150 years ago vs. today; how to mill flour and make sourdough bread; using kernza in products like pasta and beer.
Joseph Rosendo's Steppin' Out Bolivia, South America -- Surprising and Undiscovered
Bolivia's Uyuni salt flat; Lake Titicaca, the world's highest lake; taking in the panoramic views from the 15,000 foot heights of the Tunupa volcano.
Discovering Japan by bicycle, exploring a side of Japan not found in guidebooks.
English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan, exploring the local culture, meeting the people and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.
New Scandinavian Cooking A Flavor of History
Viking stew at the Midgard Viking Center; cinnamon buns at painter Edvard Munch's house in Asgardstrand; making chocolate mousse in the grand hall of the historic Naval Society Hotel.
Jazzy Vegetarian Rainbow of Colors
Fresh blueberry soup with vegan orange cream; chickpea and artichoke salad; vegan and gluten-free pina colada muffins.
Les Stroud's Wild Harvest Oak & Madrone
A harvest based on two trees -- oak and madrone; bark, berries, nuts, flour and infused bourbon leave chef Paul Rogalski and guest chef Joy Cyr with a tough culinary challenge.
In the Americas With David Yetman Imperiled Refuges: Islets in the Sea of Cortes
Islands and waters of Mexico's northern Gulf of California provide refuge for sea creatures reliant on fish stocks and beset with the uncertainties of climate change.
Secrets of the Royal Palaces Royal Duty
Controversy around Russian spy Anthony Blunt's long stay at the Palace in the 1980s; tumultuous history of the Scottish Crown Jewels; Diana's ascent to fashion icon; Princess of Wales' first international speech.
View Finders Tallulah Gorge
Hiking all over the Tallulah Gorge in search of photos while learning all about the park.
Curious Traveler Curious Vancouver
Christine investigates Gassy Jack, Capilano Suspension Bridge's totem poles, Hotel Vancouver and Yip Sang.
Art Wolfe's Travels to the Edge Alaska: Katmai Coast
Bear biologists get close to grizzly bears in Katmai National Park.
Secrets of the Dead Plunderer: The Life and Times of a Nazi Art Thief (Part Two)
The investigation into secret network of curators and dealers that made profits off art stolen by the Nazis.
The Politics of Trees: The Battle Between Canopy and Concrete
Despite decades of ordinances and pledges to protect them, trees are often lost to development, road widening, power lines & city maintenance projects. The film digs into the contradictions at the heart of Kansas City's relationship with its canopy.
Week in Review Extra: Talking Trees
Town hall discussion following the premiere of "The Politics of Trees", moderated by Kansas City PBS' Nick Haines and featuring a conversation with filmmaker Michael Price and expert guests as well as audience questions.
The Real Wild West Mayhem and Myth
The Wild West is born out of the desperation following the Civil War; outlaws rampage and rob while lawmen become legends.
Around the World in 80 Days on Masterpiece
Phileas Fogg bets a fortune that he can circle the Earth in 80 days.
Around the World in 80 Days on Masterpiece
After surviving mayhem in France, Fogg and his party cross Italy when their train comes to a halt.
Around the World in 80 Days on Masterpiece
Fogg and Passepartout hire a camel driver to cross the desert so they can meet their connection in Aden.
Around the World in 80 Days on Masterpiece
Fogg tests his diplomatic skill when a British officer arrests the groom at a wedding in India; Fogg spills his motivation for the trip to Abigail.
Around the World in 80 Days on Masterpiece
While in Hong Kong, Fogg discovers that someone has put a hold on his credit; Passepartout puts his larceny skills to use.
Around the World in 80 Days on Masterpiece
Facing starvation, Fogg and Passepartout have a falling out; the valet's survival skills are needed to save their lives.
Around the World in 80 Days on Masterpiece
In the Old West, the three adventurers meet a lawman with a captive fugitive, and making their next train connection hinges on Abigail.
Around the World in 80 Days on Masterpiece
Fogg meets an old friend at New York's Grand Central Depot and must decide if he wants to continue his trip.
Clifford the Big Red Dog Best Paw Forward; Then Came Bob
The kids are invited to leave their handprints in the cement at the new Birdwell Island recreation center, but Clifford encounters a problem; Clifford is blamed for the mischief of a not very well-behaved dog named Bob.
WordGirl Tell Her What She's Won; Victoria Is the Best ... WordGirl?
Seymour Smooth kidnaps game show host Beau Handsome; Scoops believes he has figured out WordGirl's identity.
Arthur War of the Worms; I Owe You One
Fern spins a tale for Brain; Buster goes on a favor-repaying frenzy.
Dinosaur Train Iggy Iguanodon; Shiny Can't Sleep
Iggy Iguanodon shows the family his unique way of walking; Shiny gets homesick.