Tuesday, October 14th TV listings for PBS Explore (WUNP) Roanoke Rapids
Secrets of the Dead The End of the Romans
Is history repeating Itself? Following an in-depth investigation into the real causes of the decline of the Roman Empire; three deadly epidemics and climate change could have caused its collapse, drawing parallels to today.
Secrets of the Dead Last Days of Pompeii
The discovery of an intact wooden chariot, the only one ever found, provides new insight into the final days of Pompeii before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius 2,000 years ago.
Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope Christmas in Switzerland
Christmas in Switzerland includes a Christmas ornamental artist; Swiss culinary specialties; old St. Nick's village; the Schmutzli, the companion of Father Christmas.
People of the North A Troll's Tongue
Hardanger in Western Norway, the land of apples and cider; hiking Norway's rock formation Troll's Tongue, known as Trolltunga in Norwegian.
Rick Steves' Europe Germany's Frankfurt and Nürnberg
Frankfurt, Germany, a global hub for commerce; Nuremberg, Germany's, towering castle, fountains, Nazi Documentation Center and underground bomb shelters.
Rick Steves' Europe Iceland's Ring Road
The Ring Road -- the 800-mile loop around Iceland on Highway 1; the geothermal hot zone of Lake Myvatn; the rugged Eastfjords; glacier lagoons of the Southeast; waterfalls and beaches of the South Coast; puffins at the Westman Islands.
An Old West cattle drive in Utah with a family that has been driving cattle to grazing grounds for generations.
In the Americas With David Yetman Re-claiming the Gulf in Baja California
Mexicans and international experts fight back against overharvesting in the Gulf of California.
King of Them All: The Story of King Records New
Exploring the groundbreaking legacy of Cincinnati's King Records, and the central role it played in shaping American popular music.
Art Happens Here With John Lithgow
Actor John Lithgow goes back to high school to demonstrate the transformative power of arts education, exploring dance, ceramics, silk-screen printing and vocal jazz ensemble.
The Express Way With Dulé Hill California
Three artists -- a deaf dancer, gay mariachi and a cabaret troupe -- use their art to reclaim their narratives and change the perceptions of their communities.
Poetry in America This Is Just to Say -- William Carlos Williams
Insight into what may or may not lie beneath William Carlos Williams' brief tribute to marital relations; guests include actor John Hodgman, poet Rafael Campo and poet Jane Hirshfield.
ncImpact Youth and Education
America's Test Kitchen Turkey Lasagna and Chocolate Sorbet
Turkey sausage lasagna; sugar; a refreshing chocolate sorbet.
Cook's Country Chips on the Menu
Frito pie; a tasting of nonalcoholic beer; the story of the Potato Chip Queen of the West; chocolate-dipped potato chip cookies.
Cromwell Point lighthouse on Valentia Island in Kerry.
Photographer Peter Cox shares some of his lighthouse photographs and explains his fascination with the structures, including the Skelligs lighthouse.
Travels With Darley Northern Virginia
Exploring Prince William County in northern Virginia; history of the Civil War; Occoquan; Manassas National Battlefield Park; Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail; Prince William Forest Park; National Museum of the Marine Corps.
Rick Steves' Europe Iceland's Ring Road
The Ring Road -- the 800-mile loop around Iceland on Highway 1; the geothermal hot zone of Lake Myvatn; the rugged Eastfjords; glacier lagoons of the Southeast; waterfalls and beaches of the South Coast; puffins at the Westman Islands.
Samantha Brown's Places to Love Naples and Paradise Coast of Florida
A kayak tour in Everglades National Park; Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens; local craft cocktails; tracking dolphins; photographer Clyde Butcher.
Best of Our State Thank Your Lucky Stars & Harley Valley
Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope Sechseläuten -- Switzerland's Spring Festival
A spring celebration in Zurich, Switzerland, includes a parade and the burning of a snowman.
In the Americas With David Yetman Our Warming Oceans: Biosphere to Bahamas
Journey to the Bahamas to join researchers in caves and in reefs who are making startling findings about changes in climate and their effects on oceans.
King of Them All: The Story of King Records New
Exploring the groundbreaking legacy of Cincinnati's King Records, and the central role it played in shaping American popular music.
Art Happens Here With John Lithgow
Actor John Lithgow goes back to high school to demonstrate the transformative power of arts education, exploring dance, ceramics, silk-screen printing and vocal jazz ensemble.
The Express Way With Dulé Hill California
Three artists -- a deaf dancer, gay mariachi and a cabaret troupe -- use their art to reclaim their narratives and change the perceptions of their communities.
Fork & Hammer It Started With a Crepe
Jeff and Jamie work on their sixth restaurant; as the teams work years past deadline, the couple reflects on where it all began -- with a street crepe in Paris 16 years ago.
America the Bountiful Taro in Hawaii
The history of taro and how to harvest the roots and leaves; making hand-pounded poi; cooking lau lau for a family feast; sampling the taro-centric dessert called kulolo.
Samantha Brown's Places to Love Naples and Paradise Coast of Florida
A kayak tour in Everglades National Park; Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens; local craft cocktails; tracking dolphins; photographer Clyde Butcher.
Japanese food available at Tokyo's iconic market, from seafood to produce.
Rick Steves' Europe Rome: Baroque Brilliance
Bernini statues; St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican; Roman dinner; romantic nightspots.
Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope South Africa -- Into the Wild!
A visit to the Cape of Good Hope includes encounters with ostriches and a colony of 3,000 African penguins; a safari at Shamwari Game Reserve, a 61,000 acre preserve.
Cromwell Point lighthouse on Valentia Island in Kerry.
Photographer Peter Cox shares some of his lighthouse photographs and explains his fascination with the structures, including the Skelligs lighthouse.
Travels With Darley Northern Virginia
Exploring Prince William County in northern Virginia; history of the Civil War; Occoquan; Manassas National Battlefield Park; Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail; Prince William Forest Park; National Museum of the Marine Corps.
Rick Steves' Europe Iceland's Ring Road
The Ring Road -- the 800-mile loop around Iceland on Highway 1; the geothermal hot zone of Lake Myvatn; the rugged Eastfjords; glacier lagoons of the Southeast; waterfalls and beaches of the South Coast; puffins at the Westman Islands.