TV Schedule for PBS Encore (WBRA-DT2) Roanoke, VA
Wednesday, August 13th TV listings for PBS Encore (WBRA-DT2) Roanoke, VA
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.
Pompeii: The New Dig Escape
The excavation unearths new finds; Miami University professor Steven Tuck joins the team to look for evidence of Pompeiians who may have survived the eruption of AD 79.
Doc World Afghanistan: The Wounded Land -- Part 2: Jihad
Afghanistan turns into a battlefield between Islam and Communism when Soviets invade in 1979.
Reconnecting Roots Philanthropy: For the Love of Man
The benefits and complications of philanthropy.
Reconnecting Roots Bourbon: The Spirit of America
Hiking the bourbon trail to find out how it changed America.
Untamed Invasive Species
Why invasive plants are disruptive to natural ecosystems, and what can be done to make a difference.
Untamed Watersheds
Wildlife conservationists explain the challenges facing watersheds and what can be done to protect them.
A Craftsman's Legacy The Ski Makers
Handmade skis with Jeff and John Thompson.
Fresh Glass A Thirst for Giving
Timothy Parker of Chula Vista Brewery reflects on his journey in the military and the craft beer space.
Finding Festivals Pumpkins & Pirates
Circleville Pumpkin Show; island invasion during the Put In Bay Pyrate Fest; large pumpkin carving; treasure hunt; a hideaway only locals know about.
Opportunity Knock$ Finding Resources
The six families work on homework assigned by their coaches and use The Opportunity Finder to identify help from nonprofits.
Presenting a round-up of the most recent news and developments from across the world.
A daily news summary from Europe with anchor Brent Goff.
Opportunity Knock$ For the Kids
The coaches meet with three families in Los Angeles, Tampa, Fla., and Philadelphia; unexpected money issues surface which shows how much these families need the coaches.
Opportunity Knock$ The Work Begins
The families continue to work with the coaches, who provide tips and guidance to help get the families' finances on track.
J Schwanke's Life in Bloom Market Bouquet, Four Ways
Multiple ways to arrange a classic market bouquet; adding blooms from the garden, including fruit or vegetables; combinations of vases.
J Schwanke's Life in Bloom Lei of the Land
Checking out the variety of lei at a store in downtown Honolulu; author Meleana Estes; touring Little Plumeria Farms; Ed Kenney creates a local dish.
PBS News Hour New
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
Life coach Susan Harf offers solutions to everyday problems.
Chasing Silver: The Story of Gorham
A small manufacturing company in Providence, R.I., makes bold strides at the height of the American Industrial Revolution; new methods of mass production lead to prosperity and growth amid the Civil War.
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
A daily news summary from Europe with anchor Brent Goff.
News. Reporting on the day's international news from London and from BBC correspondents around the world.
Lion: The Rise and Fall of the Marsh Pride
The story of the Marsh pride of lions as it battles for survival in Kenya's Massai Mara Reserve.
POV Fauna
Exploring the relationship between humans, animals and science in post-pandemic times.
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
Spy in the Ocean, A Nature Miniseries Deep Feelings
From dolphins to cuttlefish, ocean animals possess emotions and behavior similar to humans, including the capacity to love, grieve, deceive and invent.
News. Reporting on the day's international news from London and from BBC correspondents around the world.
Story in the Public Square Alex Edmans
Finance scholar Alex Edman warns that people regularly are exploited by those who would use people's sloppy thinking and unconscious biases to mislead them.
World events, business news and weather forecasts; broadcast in English.
NHK World-Japan Special Program
News, current affairs, and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.
News, current affairs and documentaries focusing on Japan and Asia.
A selection of acclaimed programs from NHK's domestic channels, dubbed into English.
Lion: The Rise and Fall of the Marsh Pride
The story of the Marsh pride of lions as it battles for survival in Kenya's Massai Mara Reserve.