Thursday 3/14/2013

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KET2: Nature; #2811 "Survivors of the Firestorm" [TV-PG]; After bushfires tore through the Australian state of Victoria in February 2009, burned and traumatized survivors showed a remarkable ability to bounce back, and the environment an extraordinary capacity for healing. [High-Definition]

KETKY: Homestretch: Racehorse Rescue; [TV-G]; The fates of losing racehorses and the lifesaving rehabilitation they can share with prisoners on their way back to society. [High-Definition]

KET: Guiding Children Successfully; #111 "Choosing Quality Child Care" [TV-G]; Learn what characteristics to look for when choosing quality child care for your child. Trying to decide between varieties of child care options can be an overwhelming challenge. This program will share helpful tips on how to make the best choice for your little one.

KET2: Nova; #3909 "Cracking Your Genetic Code" [TV-PG]; What will it mean when most of us can afford to have the information in our DNA read, stored, and available for analysis? Nova reveals we stand on the verge of a revolution in medicine, the first effects of which are already upon us. [High-Definition]

KETKY: Thoroughbred; [TV-G]; A fascinating look at the world of thoroughbred horses through the eyes of the people who breed, race, sell, and love them. A 2010 KET production, directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Paul Wagner. [High-Definition]

KET: Seeking The Greatest Good; [TV-G]; This film chronicles the legacy of Gifford Pinchot's "practical conservation" philosophy, and celebrates its relevance in helping to understand and solve today's conservation challenges. [High-Definition]

KET2: Steve Jobs - One Last Thing; [TV-PG]; In the aftermath of the death of probably the most inspirational computer designers and innovators of the 21st century, this film takes an in-depth look at the life and work of Apple boss, Steve Jobs to examine how and why he revolutionized our world. [High-Definition]

KETKY: Equitrekking Adventures; #604 "Kentucky" [TV-G]; In Kentucky, discover wildflowers, a historic mill site, and rolling green hills on the trails at Shaker Village on horseback. Viewers learn about Kentucky's agricultural past as Darley rides smooth Tennessee Walking horses with a local resident, who is proud of her multi-generational farm and its heritage. Next, travel the trails at Land Between the Lakes and Barren River State Park in Western Kentucky. In Lexington, join Darley to see diverse breeds at the Kentucky Horse Park and attend a fast-paced, world-class equestrian competition, the Rolex Three Day Event. Next, visit a Thoroughbred rehabilitation center, where horses from the racetrack can find new homes. [High-Definition]

KET: Chihuly Outside; [TV-G]; A glimpse into Dale Chihuly's first experiments with floating glass on water, his early work at Art Park in Upstate New York, and his decade-long exploration of large-scale installations at 12 of the world's preeminent botanic gardens and conservatories. [High-Definition]

KET2: The Storm That Swept Mexico; [TV-PG]; The complex historical, social, political, economic, and cultural forces that shaped the Mexican Revolution, influenced its course, and determined its consequences and legacy. [High-Definition]

KETKY: HorseSmarts: Essential Advice for Today's Horse Owner; Presents a basic understanding of a horse's unique needs and the responsibilities of horse ownership. Jockey Chris McCarron hosts.

KET: In Her Power; [TV-PG]; Empowerment expert Helene Lerner encourages women to believe in themselves and pursue their dreams. [High-Definition]

KETKY: Great Conversations; #108 "Michael Pollan and Michael Shnayerson" [TV-G]; Michael Pollan, a long-time contributing writer at the New York Times Magazine and a journalism teacher at the University of California, Berkeley, discusses his books In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto and The Omnivore's Dilemma. He is interviewed by Michael Shnayerson, a contributing editor of Vanity Fair.

KET: Classical Stretch: The Esmonde Technique; #912 "Weight Loss: Arm Slenderizing (All Standing)" [TV-G]; [High-Definition]

KET2: Clifford the Big Red Dog; #102 "Special Delivery/A Ferry Tale" [TV-Y]; When Clifford accidentally breaks a present he was supposed to deliver, Cleo convinces him to try to cover up what happened. Emily Elizabeth grooms Clifford for the Dog of the Year contest and tells him to stay clean until the judge arrives—but that proves difficult. [High-Definition]

KETKY: Headwaters: Real Stories from Rural America; #204 "His Eye Is on the Sparrow/Girls' Hoops" [TV-G]; His Eye Is on the Sparrow profiles Ethel Caffie-Austin, a daughter of the coalfields and West Virginia's "First Lady of Gospel Music." Girls' Hoops explores the history of girls' high school basketball in Kentucky, including its first heyday in the 1920s; the subsequent 42-year ban on statewide competition; its rebirth in the 1970s; and its development into the fiercely competitive, popular sport it has become today.

KET2: Wild Kratts; #112 "Fireflies" [TV-Y]; It's time for the annual Wild Kratts Firefly Picnic so the brothers head off into the forest to find some fireflies to join the fun. But evil fashion designer, Donita Donata, has been capturing all the amazing flashing insects to use for a sparkly, one-of-a-kind dress. Will the Wild Kratts team be able to save the firefly population? They'll have to use everything they know and learn about bioluminescence and fireflies to save the day! [High-Definition]

KET: Arthur; #1304 "MacFrensky/The Good, the Bad, and the Binky" [TV-Y]; When Francine and Brain are locked in a stiff competition to win student of the month, Muffy talks Francine into "borrowing" Buster's toy and letting Brain take the blame for it. As the lies grow and the prize gets closer, Francine's guilt increases. As Emily's new babysitter, Binky introduces his charge to the world of pro-wrestling and teaches her some fierce moves. But when Emily starts ruffling the feathers of other pre-schoolers on the playground, Binky worries he hasn't been the best role model. [High-Definition]

KETKY: Basketball in Kentucky—Great Balls of Fire; #101; Spotlights the first games played in Louisville's YMCA gym in 1895, girls' basketball from 1900 to the 1930s, the 1928 Carr Creek-Ashland state championship game, Kavanaugh High in Lawrenceburg from the 1900s to the 1940s, the coming of coaches Ed Diddle to Western Kentucky University and Adolph Rupp to the University of Kentucky, and the Brewers' state championship in 1948. Interwoven with the historical segments is a behind-the-scenes look at Male High School's run through the 2001 Sweet 16. A KET production. Watch Online