TV Schedule for PBS Encore (WBRA-DT2) Roanoke, VA
Saturday, August 9th TV listings for PBS Encore (WBRA-DT2) Roanoke, VA
American Experience Victory in the Pacific
The Pacific campaign of the Battle of Okinawa involves an amphibious invasion of great scale.
Consuelo Mack WealthTrack Contrarian Investor
Bridgeway Capital Management founder John Montgomery shares his investment philosophy, methods, and current strategy.
The Whitney Reynolds Show No Labels
Coach Rima Zigaitis helps others embrace their true selves despite medical conditions; entrepreneur Jennifer Goodman talks about overcoming gender barriers; the Hollywood Hypnotherapist; Willie Robertson of "Duck Dynasty."
Cook's Country Hawaiian Melting Pot
Tuna poke and salmon teriyaki poke; freeze-dried backpacking meals; malasadas.
Sara's Weeknight Meals Catalon Soul Food
A wild food tour of Barcelona includes the vermouth bar, "coco" desert breads and traditional nut milk shake; a family meal of old-fashioned fish stew; a quick and easy Spanish dish of pork with Spanish olives.
Radio Bristol's Farm and Fun Time The Slocan Ramblers, Tim O'Brien
The bluegrass-infused stylings of Canadian roots music ensemble the Slocan Ramblers; multi-instrumentalist and Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Tim O'Brien.
Joy of Painting With Nicholas Hankins: Bob Ross' Unfinished Season Independence Day
A summer scene with lush foliage, billowy clouds and the cool clear waters of a lazy stream.
The Best of the Joy of Painting Ebb Tide
A colorful setting sun in an oval.
Life In Virginia's Appalachia Coal
Exploring the traditions and time-honored customs of Virginia's Appalachia.
Reconnecting Roots Journalism: "Pressing American Issues"
How the free press forged the American identity and equips the nation with a diversity of information and perspectives; publisher Rob Orchard.
Nightmare Theatre The Werewolf of Washington
"The Werewolf of Washington," a 1973 satire starring Dean Stockwell; the Baron runs for Neighborhood Watch Captain.
Abandoned in the Arctic (2007)
An ancestor of Lt. Adolphus Greely traces his journey through Arctic waters.
The story of the dugout canoe and how it became an integral means of transportation for Indigenous cultures of Florida.
People of the North The Lofoten Islands (Lofoten)
A visit to the island of Lofoten for a ski trip and views of the Arctic islands; a dinner featuring Arctic kelp.
People of the North The Fjord Valley of Sogn (Sogn)
A train ride to Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest fjord, for zip lining, bike riding and treats in the village of Flam; a trip to a Viking village; glacier hike; a lunch cooked over an open fire.
Changing Seas Humpback Health
Studying humpback whales in their Hawaiian feeding grounds and Alaskan breeding grounds to determine how the body size and overall health of the animals change across their migratory cycle.
Life In Virginia's Appalachia Fishing & Hunting
Spending a few days in the wilderness in Wytheville, Va., learning about local fish and hunting turkey.
A French Village A Time for Secrets
French police catch Suzanne after Marcel's resistance operation goes wrong; the new German commander threatens to end the contract with the sawmill, threatening Raymond Schwartz's livelihood.
Evolution Earth Islands
From the Galapagos Islands to the edge of Antarctica, island wildlife reveal insights into the rapidly changing planet.
Fight the Power: How Hip-Hop Changed the World Under Siege
Exploring the 1980s and the birth of hip-hop as social commentary with the emergence of artists like Public Enemy, KRS-One, Ice-T and NWA.
America Outdoors With Baratunde Thurston Idaho: Tied to the Land
Venturing into the wilds of Idaho to explore its evolving outdoor culture; ranchers and backcountry pilots share the wilderness with resettled refugees; how climate change impacts an age-old salmon fishery.
Evolution Earth Islands
From the Galapagos Islands to the edge of Antarctica, island wildlife reveal insights into the rapidly changing planet.
The Green Planet Water Worlds
Exploring water plants, some of which can count and hunt; some water plants escape from animals by rolling away or creating bubbles.
The deep history, geology and human story of Kerry, from the first vertebrate life on a rocky shore to the struggle of early humans shaping a life in woods and valleys.
The lives of badgers, red deer, hen harriers and puffins, from Skellig cliffs to forest dens.
On Story A Conversation With Rian Johnson
Writer, producer and director Rian Johnson discusses the "Knives Out" franchise and the art of molding a great mystery.
To the Contrary With Bonnie Erbé
E.A. Hanks.
Washington Week With The Atlantic
A panel of journalists provides reporting and analysis of the major stories emanating from the United States capital.
The Open Mind Stopping Nuclear Inevitability
Counterproliferation leader Emma Belcher discusses how to reverse the increasing probability of nuclear violence.
Increase in U.S. emigration; saving the giant pen shell in Greece; parklets on the rise in Britain; Albania's vicious cycle of blood feuds; gourmet bike tour through Denmark.
Afghan refugees in Pakistan fear deportation; fighting climate change without the U.S.; fighting sexual exploitation with recycled fabrics.