Highlights November 25 to December 1

Monday, November 25th

Explore the universe of space-themed treasures, including NASA Space Program autographed photos, a 1737 celestial & terrestrial atlas, and a Star Trek treatment, script and letters. Have the values of these stellar finds skyrocketed in the market? Antiques Roadshow Out of This World at 7:00 pm.

Explore the era between Boomers and Millennials for exciting treasures from the mid-1960s to early 1980s, also known as the Generation X years. Standout appraisals include Matt Groening artwork,Charles Loloma bracelets and Evel Knievel's leathers. Antiques Roadshow The Gen X Years at 8:00 pm.

Hike Padre Island, the world's longest barrier island, with adventurers Chrissy and Jay Kleberg. Join the expedition as they complete their first-ever 370-mile hike of the Texas coast, encountering an astronaut, falcons, and the most endangered sea turtle in the world. Chasing The Tide Mission Critical at 9:00 pm.

The Body Politic is a harbinger of hope in a country plagued by gun violence. Follow Mayor Brandon Scott's first year in office as he fights political forces to save lives in Baltimore and reveal a path to healing for the nation. POV The Body Politic at 9:30 pm.

Tuesday, November 26th

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. uncovers the remarkably diverse backgrounds of country music icons Clint Black and Rosanne Cash. Finding Your Roots Country Roots at 7:00 pm.

The film about a San Antonio veteran and visual artist - Jesse Trevino, provides an in-depth look at the life of renowned San Antonio artist Jesse Trevino, created by journalist Randy Beamer, with stories and memories shared by his friends and Jesse himself. Made In Texas Jesse Trevino: The Artist, The Man at 8:00 pm.

The rise of Xi Jinping, his vision for China and the global implications. Correspondent Martin Smith traces the defining moments for the Chinese leader, how he's exercising power and the impact on China and relations with the U.S. and the world. Frontline China, The U.S. & The Rise of Xi Jinping at 9:00 pm.

Wednesday, November 27th

Get an intimate look at what makes woodpeckers so special. With over 240 species of woodpeckers identified, explore their unique evolutionary journey and the powerful role they play in every ecosystem except Antarctica and Australia. Nature Woodpeckers: The Hole Story at 7:00 pm.

For as long as humans have been around, we've been altering the spaces around us to better suit our needs. From accessing ancient wisdom to build a better water filter to designing a robot that uses acoustics to bring coral reefs back to health, see how today's engineers are applying their craft to reshape the natural world and create new human-made environments to enhance our lives in amazing ways. NOVA Building Stuff: Change It! 8:00 pm.

Discover the untold story behind Paris' most famous landmark and the race to build a monument 1,000 feet tall. Through dramatic recreations, official renderings and personal archives, see how the Eiffel Tower became an icon. Secrets of the Dead Eiffel's Race to the Top at 9:00 pm.

Thursday, November 28th

Recorded live in Austin PBS Studio A, Jazz Tonight welcomes trumpeter and singer Benny Benack III. Joined by host Christian Wiggs and the Jazz Tonight Orchestra, Benack performs "Social Call," "Third Time's the Charm," and Fred Rogers' immortal "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" In conversation with Wiggs, Benack discusses his grandfather Benny Benack Sr. and the influence of the late Roy Hargrove. Jazz Tonight at 7:00 pm.

Chet explores the Red River Valley and all it has to offer. He visits a leather company that's been making its famous baseball gloves for 75 years, sips some Texas wine grown in the rolling hills, and explores the legends of the cattle drives that had to cross the big, wide river. The Daytripper Nocona, TX at 8:00 pm.

On the day that he is attending a lavish Indian wedding, Ram clashes with Lydia when a medical case gets personal. Meanwhile, as Ruby treats a patient from the UK whose story doesn’t quite add up, she’s left questioning where she truly belongs. Good Karma Hospital at 8:29 pm.

The whole town searches for a missing mother when a car is pulled from Port Devine harbor. Meanwhile, Al kisses someone he shouldn't. Hope Street at 9:15 pm.

The Allies are winning the war, but both sides continue to use masterful tactics to confuse and trick the other. The immediate postwar years see the U.S. and Soviet Union begin a deadly game of espionage in the race for atomic supremacy. Deception: World War II The Final Days of the War at 10:01 pm.

Friday, November 29th

Take a musical journey through the Emerald Isle's most beloved songs with these exciting new artists. Hailing from Ulster in the North of Ireland, they are shaping the future of Celtic Music with perfect five-part harmony and cheeky Irish charm. Shamrock Tenors: Live from Belfast at 7:30 pm.

Discover the story behind singer Brenda Lee's iconic songs and explore how her early fame and life of poverty shaped her artistry across pop, rock 'n' roll and country. Known for her Christmas classic and Billboard hit "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree," she is still a force in music today. The film features interviews with Keith Urban, Pat Benatar, Neil Giraldo and many others. American Masters Brenda Lee: Rockin’ Around at 8:30 pm.

Explore the story of one of the best-selling music acts of all time, told in their own words by Barry and Robin Gibb, from modest beginnings to worldwide success in the 1970s. Includes interviews, videos, TV appearances and live performances. Bee Gees: In Our Own Time at 10:00 pm.

Saturday, November 30th

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the most-watched cooking show on public television, the cast of America's Test Kitchen is hosting a party! In "America's Test Kitchen Celebrates 25 Years," hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison and the test cooks highlight the food, science, kitchen ingenuity, and fun that have made the show a fan favorite for over 600 episodes and bring viewers behind-the-scenes to see how it all gets made. America's Test Kitchen Celebrates 25 Years at 3:00 pm.

Fresh off their 18-month 50th Anniversary Tour, the iconic and profoundly influential Nitty Gritty Dirt Band - often cited as a catalyst for an entire movement in Country Rock and American Roots Music - continues to add to their legendary status. With multi-platinum and gold records, strings of top ten hits, multiple GRAMMY, IBMA, CMA Awards and nominations, the band's accolades continue to accumulate. In September 2022, the band played at the legendary Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, performing Bob Dylan songs that include "Forever Young," as well their groundbreaking album Will the Circle Be Unbroken, which has been inducted into the Library of Congress as well as the GRAMMY Hall of Fame. Nitty Gritty Dirt Band - The Hits, The History & Dirt Does Dylan at 7:00 pm.

Explore the vast repertoire of these musical theater pioneers in a star-studded concert featuring Aaron Tveitt, Patrick Wilson and more performing from shows like "Carousel," "South Pacific," "The King and I," "The Sound of Music" and more. Great Performances Rodgers & Hammerstein's 80th Anniversary at 8:30 pm.