Friday 11/23/2012

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KET: Mark Russell's America; [TV-G]; The documentary features clips from some of Russell's more than 100 public television specials (1975-2004). Presidential campaigns, congressional antics and defining moments from the Iran-Contra affair, the first Gulf War, and the Monica Lewinsky scandal provide ample comedic fodder for his poetic satire. Russell, in a present-day interview, provides context for his most memorable moments and offers humorous reminisces. [High-Definition]

KETKY: Jubilee; #1610 "Sydni Perry and Cafe Blue"; Sydni Perry and Cafe Blue present their "progressive acoustic" take on bluegrass at the 3rd annual International Newgrass Festival. A 2012 KET production. [High-Definition] Watch Online

KET2: The This Old House Hour; #1108 [TV-G]; The exterior trim details, creating a staggered shingle pattern, and adding floor warming radiant heat and a state-of-the-art condensing boiler to fuel both the radiant and the hydro air systems. Also, installing a vinyl privacy fence and replacing a clogged shower valve. [High-Definition]

KETKY: Secrets of the Kentucky Derby; A behind-the-scenes look at the Kentucky Derby to discover how the "fastest two minutes in sports" really comes together.

KET: Doc Martin; #502 "Dry Your Tears" [TV-PG]; Martin moves to his former post at the surgery after the departure of Dr. Dibbs, agreeing to stay until a replacement is found. He persuades a reluctant Louisa to move into his house so he can help raise their son, and even suggests they could all move to London. Martin then delivers the eulogy at his aunt Joan's funeral and speaks to her sister Ruth, who proves to be just as cantankerous as he is. [High-Definition]

KET2: Nature; #2904 "My Life As A Turkey" [TV-PG]; Deep in the wilds of Florida, writer and naturalist Joe Hutto was given the rare opportunity to raise wild turkeys from chicks. Hutto spent each day out and about as a "wild turkey" with his family of chicks until the day came when he had to let his children grow up and go off on their own. [High-Definition]

KETKY: Ted Bassett: A Kentucky Gentleman; Discover the extraordinary life of the longtime Keeneland Race Course executive Ted Bassett, a native Kentuckian who was a decorated World War II marine and former head of the state police. Through interviews with friends, colleagues, and contemporaries a picture emerges of a humble, self-effacing man who, believing in service to others, achieved great things. [High-Definition] Watch Online

KET: Masterpiece Classic; #4103 "Downton Abbey (Part 3)" [TV-PG]; Growing into his role as heir, Matthew brings out the bitter rivalry between sisters Mary and Edith. Servants Thomas and O'Brien scheme against Bates, while head housemaid Anna is increasingly attracted to him. Lady Violet's winning streak in the flower show is threatened. Starring Hugh Bonneville, Dame Maggie Smith and Elizabeth McGovern. [High-Definition]

KET2: Nova; #3916 "Inside The Megastorm" [TV-PG]; Experts, scientists, and survivors discuss the impact of Hurricane Sandy and the future of storm protection. [High-Definition]

KETKY: 75 Years of Keeneland: A Look Back; Bill Goodman sits down with Nick Nicholson, current president and CEO of Keeneland, the thoroughbred racecourse located in Lexington, Kentucky, and former presidents James E. "Ted" Bassett III and William C. "Bill" Greely, on the eve of Keeneland's 75th anniversary. A 2011 KET production. [High-Definition] Watch Online

KETKY: 75 Years of Keeneland: A Look Back; Bill Goodman sits down with Nick Nicholson, current president and CEO of Keeneland, the thoroughbred racecourse located in Lexington, Kentucky, and former presidents James E. "Ted" Bassett III and William C. "Bill" Greely, on the eve of Keeneland's 75th anniversary. A 2011 KET production. [High-Definition] Watch Online

KET2: Nova scienceNOW; #604 "Can I Eat That?" [TV-PG]; Scientists put food under the microscope to uncover exactly what's behind the mouth-watering flavors and textures we take for granted every day. [High-Definition]

KETKY: Take on the South; #103 "Would Slavery Have Survived the Civil War?" [TV-G]; Opposing perspectives on the question, "Would Slavery Have Survived the Civil War?" The debaters are Dr. Peter A. Coclanis, associate provost, International Affairs, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; and Dr. Stanley Engerman, John Munro professor of economics, professor of economics, and professor of history, University of Rochester. [High-Definition]

KET: Masterpiece Classic; #4104 "Downton Abbey (Part 4)" [TV-PG]; The heir crisis at Downton Abbey takes an unexpected turn. Meanwhile, rumors fly about Mary's virtue. Her sister Sybil takes a risk in her secret political life. Anna unearths Bates' mysterious past and O'Brien and Thomas plot their exit strategy. Starring Hugh Bonneville, Dame Maggie Smith, and Elizabeth McGovern. [High-Definition]

KET2: Antiques Roadshow; #1201 "Baltimore (Part 1)" [TV-G]; A turn-of-the-19th-century rock crystal watch with an 18th-century movement, an angelfish pin bestowed by Mark Twain on a member of his "Aquarium" group of young female protégées, and a collection of four rare American Indian artifacts. [High-Definition]

KETKY: Distinguished Kentuckian; #119 "Eleanor Churchill" [TV-G]; Eleanor Churchill cofounded Churchill Weavers in Berea with her husband, D. Carroll Churchill. Her innate flair for combining colors and textures soon made her the company's primary designer, and she also managed and marketed the business to national renown. A 1976 KET production. Watch Online

KET: Roundabout U; #513; Jim and Sarah meet visitors from across the country and one from Scotland who came to speak at Murray State. Sarah talks with Bobbie Smith Bryant, associate producer of a short documentary featuring a local tobacco farm in Calloway County. Plus, a new segment with Jason Lindsey who is "Hooked on Science." [High-Definition] Watch Online

KET2: Clifford the Big Red Dog; #216 "Who Moved My Bone/Clifford the Pirate King" [TV-Y]; Clifford gets caught in the middle of a feud when Cleo accuses T-Bone of trying to steal her bone. After reading Treasure Island in school, the kids decide to throw a pirate-themed party aboard Charley's houseboat. Clifford works hard helping them get ready—then discovers that he can't go to the party because he's too big to get on the boat. [High-Definition]

KETKY: Kentucky Muse; #101 "Master of Still Life: Mary Ann Currier"; The still lifes and other paintings of Louisvillian Mary Ann Currier are recognized as remarkable contributions to American realism. And her influence as a teacher has shaped generations of young Kentucky artists. Watch Online