Sunday, August 16th TV listings for PBS (KVIE) Sacramento, CA HD
The Carpenters: Close to You (My Music Presents)
The musical roots of Karen and Richard Carpenter with performance footage and television interviews; songs include "(They Long to Be) Close to You," "Superstar" and "We've Only Just Begun."
Classical Stretch: By Essentrics Shoulder Pain Relief
A soothing workout provides instant relief for shoulder pain.
Vicente Fernández, un Azteca en el Azteca
Grammy Award-winning mariachi singer Vicente Fernández performs a historic farewell concert at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca.
America's Home Cooking: Sweets
Host Chris Fennimore celebrates desserts with recipes for Kentucky Derby pie, loaded chocolate biscotti, Nana's Italian love cakes and truffles.
Thomas Jefferson Life/Liberty: Our Sacred Honor
Filmmaker Ken Burns tells the story of Thomas Jefferson, beginning with his youth in the Virginia wilderness and his early political career.
Thomas Jefferson Liberty: The Age of Experiments/The Pursuit of Happiness
Jefferson's terms as Secretary of State and Vice President, and his election to the presidency; the highs and lows of Jefferson's retirement to Monticello.
The Count of Monte Cristo on Masterpiece The Duel
Edmond locates Gaston, Villefort's illegitimate child, who has grown up to be a thief; Danglars discovers Fernand's treacherous deeds in Algeria and reveals all to the press.
The Count of Monte Cristo on Masterpiece The Last Two
Edmond reveals to Villefort that Heloise stole the vial of poison from him, the same poison used to murder the Marquise; Villefort confronts Heloise, threatening to expose her.
Compass Points From PBS News New
Experts analyze prominent international affairs topics and America's role in a shifting world.
The Carpenters: Close to You (My Music Presents)
The musical roots of Karen and Richard Carpenter with performance footage and television interviews; songs include "(They Long to Be) Close to You," "Superstar" and "We've Only Just Begun."
Filmed over 31 days of his coast-to-coast tour of Canada, Canadian guitarist, composer and producer Jesse Cook blends rumba and flamenco with elements of new age, jazz and world music.
The Mysterious Women of Masterpiece Mystery
Behind-the-scenes look at "Miss Scarlet and the Duke," "Magpie Murders" and "Annika," including interviews with cast and creators who provide insight into the joys and challenges of making these series.
Branson's political views land him in hot water, and Sybil's loyalty is tested to the limit. Meanwhile, Ethel is torn between head and heart as she makes a difficult decision about her son's future. Elsewhere, Anna is dispirited at Bates' silence.
Declarations: Black Americans and the Revolutionary War
Following the stories of enslaved and freed Black Americans who fought to define democracy and their liberty through the Revolutionary War.
André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra perform in Maastricht, Netherlands; music includes Verdi's Triumphal March of Aida, "Dancing on the Stars," a sing-along of "Sweet Caroline" and "The Blue Danube."
Becoming Thurgood: America's Social Architect
Exploring the life and legacy of lawyer and civil rights leader Thurgood Marshall, the first Black justice on the U.S. Supreme Court.
Walking With Dinosaurs: A Viewers Guide
Diving into the wonder and adventure of dinosaurs, spotlighting the six different species of the main characters in the series "Walking With Dinosaurs."