Tuesday, December 16th TV listings for PBS Explore (WUNF-DT3) Asheville
Life From Above Patterned Planet
Viewing the shapes that cover the earth's surface from space; the Australian Outback is covered in pale spots due to wombats and elephants.
Life From Above Changing Planet
Cameras in space show Earth to be a changing, fragile planet, with disappearing forests and melting glaciers.
Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope The Bonin/Ogasawara Islands -- A Land Far, Far Away
Kayaking, snorkeling, trekking and whale watching on islands located more than 600 miles from the mainland of Japan.
People of the North Bugoynes: Little Finland in Norway
Bugoynes, a remote fishing village at the edge of Norway, where Finnish heritage and Arctic traditions thrive; reindeer herding; Arctic farming.
Rick Steves' Europe Burgundy: Gourmet Barge Cruise
A tranquil cruise along the rivers and canals of France's Burgundy region; tasting the vintages of the Cote-d'Or.
Rick Steves' Europe London: A Royal Tour
A royal tour of London begins at Buckingham Palace; Houses of Parliament at Westminster; Churchill's underground war rooms; cruising the River Thames to the Tower of London.
A bacon festival in Colorado; a Chicago pub serves beer and bacon pairings; a state fair bacon booth; bacon-themed food truck.
In the Americas With David Yetman In the Mouth of the Amazon
Reclusive river people called Ribeirinhos harvest the acai berry in the Brazilian city of Belém.
Showstoppers! Great Women of TV Variety
A musical comedy salute to the women of 1960s and 1970s television variety, including Carol Burnett, Lily Tomlin, Diahann Carroll, Leslie Uggams and more.
American Masters Starring Dick Van Dyke New
Celebrating the life and career of actor Dick Van Dyke on his 100th birthday; featuring never-before-seen footage, photos and home movies that detail his legacy in show business.
Books by the River Mary Kay Andrews
Author Mary Kay Andrews talks about "Summers at the Saint: A Novel," her creative process and the power of reinvention.
ncImpact Energy and the Environment
America's Test Kitchen The Ultimate Holiday Dinner Party
Shrimp cocktail; expensive gadgets that are worth the price; beef tenderloin with harissa rub and cilantro-mint relish.
Cook's Country Feast of the Seven Fishes
Clams casino; a flavorful seafood risotto with shrimp, mussels and squid.
Secrets of the Royal Palaces Royal Scandals
Art scandal of the forged masterpieces in King Charles' Dumfries House; a failed 2023 assassination attempt on Queen Elizabeth II at Windsor Castle; a 2021 theft of valuable items from Buckingham Palace.
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.
Travels With Darley Detroit Art, Architecture & Innovation
A tour of historic Michigan Central Station; Detroit's landmarks, including the restored Book Tower, Guardian Building and The Apparatus Room -- a restaurant in a former firehouse; murals with artist Ndbisi Okoye.
Rick Steves' Europe London: A Royal Tour
A royal tour of London begins at Buckingham Palace; Houses of Parliament at Westminster; Churchill's underground war rooms; cruising the River Thames to the Tower of London.
Samantha Brown's Places to Love Sonoma County, California
Sustainability on the Sonoma coastline; California Carnivores; cider tasting at Devoto Gardens & Orchards; Safari West.
Best of Our State East Fork Pottery & Etta Baker
Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope A San Antonio Christmas
Mission San Jose's Mariachi Mass; holiday events at the historic La Villita in the Arneson River Theater; the Tamalada, holiday tamale-making party; midnight serenade for Our Lady of Guadalupe in San Fernando Cathedral.
In the Americas With David Yetman Tlaloc's Revenge: Mexico City's Hydrological Heritage
Mexico City comes to grips with falling water tables, exhausted springs, and sinking earth.
Showstoppers! Great Women of TV Variety
A musical comedy salute to the women of 1960s and 1970s television variety, including Carol Burnett, Lily Tomlin, Diahann Carroll, Leslie Uggams and more.
American Masters Starring Dick Van Dyke New
Celebrating the life and career of actor Dick Van Dyke on his 100th birthday; featuring never-before-seen footage, photos and home movies that detail his legacy in show business.
Fork & Hammer Second Helpings
Jeff and Jamie head to Atlanta to help Jamie's brother open his own restaurant.
Rick Steves' Europe London: A Royal Tour
A royal tour of London begins at Buckingham Palace; Houses of Parliament at Westminster; Churchill's underground war rooms; cruising the River Thames to the Tower of London.
Samantha Brown's Places to Love Sonoma County, California
Sustainability on the Sonoma coastline; California Carnivores; cider tasting at Devoto Gardens & Orchards; Safari West.
Japanese food available at Tokyo's iconic market, from seafood to produce.
Rick Steves' Europe Greek Islands: Santorini, Mykonos, and Rhodes
Three classic Greek getaways -- Santorini, Mykonos and Rhodes -- include touring ancient Greek ruins, tracing the vestiges of the Crusades and sampling rustic cuisine.
Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope Tokyo, Japan -- Celebrating the Past and Present
Ancient customs and honored traditions of the Japanese.
Secrets of the Royal Palaces Royal Scandals
Art scandal of the forged masterpieces in King Charles' Dumfries House; a failed 2023 assassination attempt on Queen Elizabeth II at Windsor Castle; a 2021 theft of valuable items from Buckingham Palace.
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.
Travels With Darley Detroit Art, Architecture & Innovation
A tour of historic Michigan Central Station; Detroit's landmarks, including the restored Book Tower, Guardian Building and The Apparatus Room -- a restaurant in a former firehouse; murals with artist Ndbisi Okoye.
Rick Steves' Europe London: A Royal Tour
A royal tour of London begins at Buckingham Palace; Houses of Parliament at Westminster; Churchill's underground war rooms; cruising the River Thames to the Tower of London.