January 2017 WHRO-TV Highlights Great British Baking Show Sunday, January 1, 2017, 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. “Christmas Masterclass” 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Stollen, mincemeat streusel and a gingerbread house and more Christmas classics are served. “Christmas Masterclass” 12:00-1:00 p.m. St. Lucia buns, mincemeat and marzipan couronne, French galette and Genoa cake are served. “Masterclass 1” 1:00-2:00 p.m. Paul makes a blackcurrant and licorice Swiss roll and Mary prepares cherry cake with lemon icing. “Masterclass 2” 2:00-3:00 p.m. Paul makes ciabatta and Roquefort and walnut loaf. Mary prepares layered tiramisu cake. “Masterclass 3” 3:00-4:00 p.m. Mary makes chocolate and orange tart and the complicated Swedish Princesstarta. “Masterclass 4” 4:00-5:00 p.m. Mary prepares lemon and raspberry eclairs, while Paul makes cherry and chocolate loaf. Great Performances “From Vienna: The New Year’s Celebration 2017” Sunday, January 1, 2017, 7:30-9:00 p.m.

Julie Andrews hosts the traditional ringing in of the New Year with the Vienna Philharmonic, under the baton of guest conductor Gustavo Dudamel, featuring Strauss Family waltzes and more, and a picturesque range of Vienna landmarks. Sherlock Season 4 on Masterpiece “The Six Thatchers” Sunday, January 1, 2017, 9:00-10:30 p.m.

The mercurial Sherlock Holmes (Benedict Cumberbatch) is back once more on British soil, as Doctor Watson (Martin Freeman) and his wife, Mary (Amanda Abbington), prepare for their biggest challenge yet: becoming parents. Independent Lens “Best and Most Beautiful Things” Monday, January 2, 2017, 10:00-11:00 p.m.

Join Michelle Smith, an unforgettable young woman who is legally blind and on the autism spectrum, on a journey of self-discovery that celebrates outcasts everywhere. Sidney Lumet: American Masters Tuesday, January 3, 2017, 8:00-10:00 p.m.

Journey through the life’s work of the socially conscious director of Serpico, 12 Angry Men and Network in a never-before-seen interview. With candor, humor and grace, Sidney Lumet reveals what matters to him as an artist and as a human being. Frontline “President Trump” Tuesday, January 3, 2017, 10:00-11:00 p.m.

Examine the key moments that shaped President-elect Donald Trump. Interviews with advisors, business associates and biographers reveal how Trump transformed himself from real estate developer to entertainer to president. Nature “Meet the Coywolf” Wednesday, January 4, 2017, 8:00-9:00 p.m.

Unravel the mysteries that define the coywolf, a mixture of western coyote and eastern wolf. Tag along as scientists study this new top predator, tracking it from the wilderness of Ontario through the streets of Toronto all the way to NYC. Nova “Secrets of the Sky Tombs” Wednesday, January 4, 2017, 9:00-10:00 p.m.

The Himalayas were among the last places on Earth that homo sapiens came to inhabit. Now, join an international team of scientists as they climb to the world’s highest tombs to unearth secrets of the people who settled these extreme environments. A Chef’s Life “Peas, Please” Thursday, January 5, 2017, 9:00-9:30 p.m. As a visit from her editor accelerates book preparations, Vivian reckons with handing over the restaurant reins to John and Justise. A tutorial in "beatin' peas," delivered by a 92-year-old expert, is an entertaining and therapeutic history lesson. Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking “Baltimore, Maryland - Duff Goldman & Bryan Voltaggio” Thursday, January 5, 2017, 9:30-10:00 p.m. Pete takes on blue crab country on this episode of "Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking" when he joins chefs Duff Goldman and Bryan Voltaggio in Baltimore. After gathering crabs from JM Clayton Seafood Company, the oldest crab-picking house in the U.S., the group visits the small specialty store of Hex Ferments to purchase the best sauerkraut in the area. Pete starts the feast with Thai-style deviled eggs with crab mayo and kraut; while Brian serves a true Maryland blue crab feast the Ace of Cakes aces it with the classic Smith Island Cake for dessert. Get ready for the crab and cake feast of your dreams, right here on "Moveable Feast." GlobeTrekker “Dehli & Agra” Thursday, January 5, 2017, 10:00-11:00 p.m. Delhi is an incarnation of seven cities all born out of a bloody history. It's a city teeming with extraordinary life flowing through the 22 million+ Hindu and Muslim inhabitants who make India's capital one of the most vibrant in the world. It's also what attracts Globe Trekker Ian Wright to explore Delhi's old quarters, bargain bazaars, Imperial Mughai monuments, and last remaining outposts of British occupation. In this lively city guide, Ian takes in spectacular visits to the Taj Mahal in Agra, and the holy town of Haridwar in Uttarakhand.

Curate Episode 11 Friday, January 6, 2017, 8:30-9:00 p.m. This week we explore artists whose artwork reflects social commentary. Norfolk photographer Greta Pratt captures life through her art. In Jackson Heights Friday, January 6, 2017, 9:00 p.m.-12:09 a.m.

Examine the daily life of residents in an ethnically and culturally diverse community in Queens, New York. Witness the conflict between retaining ties to the traditions of their countries of origin and the desire to learn and adapt to American mores. ACL Presents: Americana Music Festival Saturday, January 7, 2017, 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Enjoy the best performances from the 2016 Americana Music Association Honors & Awards ceremony. Featured artists include Bonnie Raitt, Dwight Yoakam, George Strait, Billy Bragg and more. Lead Balloon “Blade” Saturday, January 7, 2017, 9:00-9:30 p.m.

Having accepted funding from the local council, Rick reluctantly agrees to teach a Stand-up Comedy Workshop in Belford Prison. But this turns out to be one of Rick's worst gigs: he is taken hostage, trapped in the prison library by a knife-wielding prisoner, Donald. Donald is a worrying mixture of charming and psychotic - and worse still for Rick, has a pathological hatred of liars. Can Rick talk his way out of trouble? Will the governors give in to Donald's demands? Or will this be the end of Rick's less-than-stellar career? Keeping Up Appearances Season 4 Episode 2 Saturday, January 7, 2017, 9:30-10:00 p.m.

Hyacinth has volunteered to escort a retired Commodore from the train station to the Ladies’ Luncheon. She believes she will have just what it takes to ingratiate herself with such an old sea dog. Sherlock Season 4 On Masterpiece “The Lying Detective” Sunday, January 8, 2017, 9:00-10:30 p.m.

Sherlock faces perhaps the most chilling enemy of his long career: the powerful and seemingly unassailable Culverton Smith, a man with a very dark secret indeed. Independent Lens “Containment/Excerpt from Uranium Drive-in” Monday, January 9, 2017, 10:00-11:30 p.m.

Explore our attempts to plan for our radioactive future and the startling failure to manage waste in the present. Left over from the Cold War are a hundred million gallons of radioactive sludge, covering a vast amount of land. Nazi Mega Weapons “The Eagle’s Nest” Tuesday, January 10, 2017, 8:00-9:00 p.m.

Investigate Hitler’s mountain power house. Home to a Nazi elite, it became a labyrinth of underground tunnels, bunkers and secret escape routes, crowned by the awe-inspiring Eagle’s Nest. Command and Control: American Experience Tuesday, January 10, 2017, 9:00-11:00 p.m.

Discover the terrifying truth behind one of America’s most dangerous nuclear accidents—the deadly 1980 incident at an Arkansas Titan II missile complex—in this chilling, minute-by-minute account of the long-hidden story. Nature “Snowbound: Animals of Winter” Wednesday, January 11, 2017, 8:00-9:00 p.m.

Travel across the snow globe with wildlife cameraman Gordon Buchanan to meet animal survivors of winter, from the penguins of Antarctica to the Arctic fox and the bison of Yellowstone. Snow looks magical, but it’s a harsh reality to these animals. Nova “The Nuclear Option” Wednesday, January 11, 2017, 9:00-10:00 p.m.

Five years after the Fukushima disaster, the future of nuclear power is in question. Join engineers as they embark on an unprecedented cleanup and investigate new nuclear technologies that would prevent future meltdowns. A Chef’s Life “Stand by Your Cabbage” Thursday, January 12, 2017, 9:00-9:30 p.m. Vivian's summer itinerary picks up with a 14-day photoshoot as she preps for a first-time trip to Feast Portland. Before heading out west, Sam Jones and Miss Lillie share old school cabbage recipes that influence the dish she prepares for festival goers. While on the road, Vivian trusts John and Justise to hold down the fort back home. Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking “San Diego, California - Brian MaLarkey & Javier Plascencia” Thursday, January 12, 2017, 9:30-10:00 p.m. This week on "Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking," Pete and the crew explore the culinary style of San Diego, California, where chefs Brian MaLarkey and Javier Plascencia create dishes with a Mexican-Cali flair. Host chef Pete Evans joins the chefs for visits to a Californian coffee

roaster and the shores of San Diego to find the perfect ingredients. They also embark on a trip to Catalina Offshore, one of the region's premier seafood purveyors. Chef MaLarkey prepares a fantastic salad with grilled local sardines while chef Plascencia impresses with a chicken mole. Appetites will soar aboard San Diego's USS Midway on "Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking." GlobeTrekker “Wild West USA” Thursday, January 12, 2017, 10:00-11:00 p.m. In this Globe Trekker special, Zay Harding, Sami Sabiti, Holly Morris, Justine Shapiro and Ian Wright explore the extraordinary history of America's spectacular Wild West. Sami starts the journey by following Lewis & Clark's 3700 mile journey of exploration from 1804, Zay visits the location of the most famous siege in the history of the Wild West - the Alamo, Justine visits the site of the first discovery of the California Gold Rush, Holly joins the annual re-ride of the 2000 mile Pony Express route, and Ian heads to the Little Bighorn battlefield in Montana, the site of Custer's famous Last Stand in 1876. Curate Episode 12 Friday, January 13, 2017, 8:30-9:00 p.m. This week we explore artists inspired by fun. Chesapeake ceramic artist John Tobin celebrates his art with humor. Great Performances “Bel Canto the Opera” Friday, January 13, 2017, 9:00-11:00 p.m.

Experience composer Jimmy Lopez and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Nilo Cruz’ operatic adaptation of Ann Patchett’s best-selling novel inspired by a true-life hostage crisis in the 1990s in Lima, Peru; with soprano Danielle de Niese. Austin City Limits “Ms. Lauryn Hill” Saturday, January 14, 2017, 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Enjoy a career-spanning performance by R&B icon Ms. Lauryn Hill in a rare television appearance. The Grammy-winning singer and songwriter performs a set of solo hits, new songs and Fugees classics. Lead Balloon “End” Saturday, January 14, 2017, 9:00-9:30 p.m.

In the concluding episode, Rick has at last found the fame and success he so desperately craved. Thanks to his ordeal as a hostage, the 'Prison Siege Comic', as he is now known in the tabloids, is on an all-time high. He is inundated with offers - from appearing as a hostage expert on the national news, to featuring in a celebrity survival series. When he is asked to host The Brave Britain Awards in front of a live television audience of millions, Rick thinks all his dreams have finally come true. But, as he prepares to go on stage, it seems that the dream is about to turn into a nightmare. Keeping Up Appearances Season 4, Episode 3 Saturday, January 14, 2017, 9:30-10:00 p.m. Hyacinth volunteers Richard’s services to help out the Church Hall where there is a problem with the lights. However, since his forte is strictly not in the direction of DIY, Richard’s contributions only add to the mayhem. Sherlock Season 4 On Masterpiece “The Final Problem” Sunday, January 15, 2017, 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Sherlock concludes its fourth season with "The Final Problem." Victoria on Masterpiece Sundays, January 15, 2017, 9:00-11:00 p.m., January 22-February 19, 2017, 9:00-10:00 p.m. and March 5, 2017, 9:00-10:00 p.m. Follow Victoria’s (Jenna Coleman) dramatic story, from the time she becomes queen in 1837 at age 18 through her relationship with Lord Melbourne (Rufus Sewell), her first prime minister, and her courtship and marriage to Prince Albert (Tom Hughes). Victoria on Masterpiece “Doll 123” Sunday, January 15, 2017, 9:00-11:00 p.m.

As a new queen, the young Victoria struggles to take charge amid plots to manipulate her. Her friendship with the prime minister leads to a crisis in Parliament. Independent Lens “What Was Ours” Monday, January 16, 2017, 10:00-11:00 p.m.

Join a young Arapaho journalist and a teenage powwow princess as they travel with a Shoshone elder to reclaim their tribe’s lost artifacts. The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln: American Experience Tuesday, January 17, 2017, 8:00-9:00 p.m.

Revisit two tumultuous months when peace was shattered by assassination. Central to the story are Abraham Lincoln, who transformed suffering into compassion, and his assassin John Wilkes Booth, who allowed hatred to curdle into destruction. Frontline “Divided States of America” Tuesday-Wednesday, January 17-18, 2017, 9:00-11:00 p.m. Examine the partisanship that gridlocked Washington and charged the 2016 presidential campaign, the rise of populist anger on both sides of the aisle and the racial tensions that have erupted throughout the country. Frontline “Divided States of America” Part One Tuesday, January 17, 2017, 9:00-11:00 p.m.

In this investigation of the deep political divisions and bitter polarization that grew during the Obama presidency, examine how Obama’s promise of change and unity collided with racial and political realities. Nature “Moose: Life of a Twig Eater” Wednesday, January 18, 2017, 8:00-9:00 p.m.

Travel to Canada’s Rockies and into the world of moose to experience a calf’s first year of life. At the best of times, fewer than half of these leggy 35-pounders survive their first year. This stunningly intimate film attempts to find out why. Frontline “Divided States of America” Part Two Wednesday, January 18, 2017, 9:00-11:00 p.m. In this investigation of the deep political divisions and bitter polarization that grew during the Obama presidency, examine racial tensions in America, the war for control of the GOP and the growing dysfunction in Washington. A Chef’s Life “Cabbage’s Last Stand” Thursday, January 19, 2017, 9:00-9:30 p.m. Vivian can't resist the opportunity to romp around the city before firing up the BBQ cabbage at Feast Portland. The crisp Oregon air and thousands of patient festival patrons make hiccups with her cooking equipment easier to overcome. Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking “Davidson, North Carolina – Joe & Katy Kindred” Thursday, January 19, 2017, 9:30-10:00 p.m. On this episode of “Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking,” Pete heads to Davidson, North Carolina to meet with the owners of the famous Kindred restaurant, chef Joe Kindred and his wife Katy. The three visit the award-winning Newtown Farm for organic vegetables. Together they make a beautiful lakeside feast featuring classics like a crispy North Carolina oysters and shrimp roll as well as pasta and clams. And, of course, no southern meal would be complete without a sweet dish like Katy’s strawberry shortcake spin. Find it all here on “Moveable Feast.” GlobeTrekker “Food Hour: Sicily” Thursday, January 19, 2017, 10:00-11:00 p.m. Bobby Chinn discovers the cultural and historical influences that define contemporary Sicilian cuisine. Occupations by the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, Normans, the French and the Spanish have all played their part by introducing techniques and ingredients that have created one of the most layered and intriguing global cuisines. Very closely related to religious and spiritual life, Sicilian cuisine is above all a reflection of the island's cultural and historical events. Curate Episode 13 Friday, January 20, 2017, 8:30-9:00 p.m. This week we explore performance art and feature local Norfolk artists Sunny & Gabe. Alicia Keys – Landmarks Live in Concert: A Great Performances Special Friday, January 20, 2017, 9:00-10:00 p.m.

Enjoy the debut of a pop music series. Grammy-winner Alicia Keys performs in notable locations all around New York, including the world-famous Circle Line, the Unisphere and Harlem’s Apollo. Hosted by Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Austin City Limits “Cyndi Lauper” Saturday, January 21, 2017, 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Enjoy the ACL debut of pop legend Cyndi Lauper with a program of classics and country covers. Songs include “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun,” “True Colors” and “End of the World.” Lead Balloon “Rubbish” Saturday, January 21, 2017, 9:00-9:30 p.m. Rick and Mel are invited to the christening of a very ugly baby. Meanwhile, Rick fronts a TV recycling campaign that backfires badly. When it looks as though he's going to be accused in the tabloids of smoking cannabis, Rick asks Mel to pretend she has MS. Keeping Up Appearances Season 4, Episode 4 Saturday, January 21, 2017, 9:30-10:00 p.m. The bee in Hyacinth's bonnet is about buying a small cottage in the country as a weekend retreat. Richard learns that her idea of small does not match his. Hyacinth learns that the Country Life is not quite as she thought. Mercy Street, Season 2 Sunday, January 22-March 5, 2017, 8:00-9:00 p.m. Allegiances blur and loyalties shift as the war pushes the drama beyond the hospital. Follow the growing chaos at Alexandria’s Mansion House, the precarious position of the Green family and the changing situation of the burgeoning black population. Mercy Street, Season 2 “Balm in Gilead” Sunday, January 22, 2017, 8:00-9:00 p.m.

The staff unites to save one of their own. A former slave turned activist arrives in town, causing a rift between Foster and Mary. The Greens are in disarray; Emma and Frank’s romance ignites and Samuel plans for a reunion with Aurelia. Victoria on Masterpiece “Brocket Hall” Sunday, January 22, 2017, 9:00-10:00 p.m.

Facing rioters and suitors, Victoria grows into her royal role. As she ponders marriage, her friendship with Lord Melbourne grows more complex. Secrets of the Six Wives Sundays, January 22-February 5, 2017, 10:00-11:00 p.m. Travel with historian Lucy Worsley back to the Tudor court to witness some of the most dramatic moments in the lives of Henry VIII’s six wives, each of whom found a method of exerting influence. The programs combine drama with historical comment. Secrets of the Six Wives “Divorced” Sunday, January 22, 2017, 10:00-11:00 p.m.

Worsley examines the happy marriage of Henry VIII to first wife, Katherine of Aragon. Despite her skill and devotion as his queen, she fails to give Henry the son he needs and he falls for Anne Boleyn. Antiques Roadshow “The Civil War Years” Monday, January 23, 2017, 8:00-9:00 p.m. Learn more about historical items from on and off the battlefield during the tumultuous Civil War years in this special hour. Notable finds include a Lincoln, Cabinet & Senate signed album, a Walt Whitman war letter, and a hospital steward’s uniform. Independent Lens “The Witness”

Monday, January 23, 2017, 10:00-11:30 p.m.

In 1964, Kitty Genovese was repeatedly stabbed on a street in Queens, New York. Soon after, the media asserted that 38 neighbors watched but did nothing to help. Follow the efforts of Kitty’s brother as he re-examines his sister’s life and death. Rachel Carson: American Experience Tuesday, January 24, 2017, 8:00-10:00 p.m.

Meet the scientist whose groundbreaking writings revolutionized our relationship to the natural world. Mary-Louise Parker is the voice of Rachel Carson in this moving and intimate portrait. Frontline “Trump’s Road to the White House” Tuesday, January 24, 2017, 10:00-11:00 p.m.

Learn how Donald Trump defied expectations to win the presidency. Through interviews with key players, the film shows how Trump rallied millions of supporters and defeated adversaries, and whom he’s taking into the White House with him. Nature “A Sloth Named Velcro” Wednesday, January 25, 2017, 8:00-9:00 p.m.

This is a story of friendship between a journalist and the sloth she named Velcro and a network of people working to learn more about sloths in order to protect them. Filmed in Panama, Costa Rica and Colombia. Nova “Sunken Ship Rescue”

Wednesday, January 25, 2017, 9:00-10:00 p.m.

Follow the epic operation to secure, raise and salvage the Costa Concordia cruise ship, which ran aground and capsized off the coast of Italy in 2012. NOVA joins more than 500 divers and engineers as they attempt the biggest ship recovery in history. Alzheimer’s: Every Minute Counts Wednesday, January 25, 2017, 10:00-11:00 p.m.

Explore an urgent wake-up call about the national threat posed by Alzheimer’s disease. This powerful documentary illuminates the impending social and economic crisis for America unless a cure for Alzheimer’s is found. A Chef’s Life, Season 4 “Rabbit” Thursday, January 26, 2017, 9:00-9:30 p.m. Vivian’s rabbit demo at the Carolina Meat Conference is met with rowdy protesters. As a cherished staff member prepares to leave the restaurant, Vivian mourns his loss while anticipating the additional strain. Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking “Charleston, South Carolina - Sean Brock & Benjamin Dennis” Thursday, January 26, 2017, 9:30-10:00 p.m. “Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking” is back in Charleston, where chefs Sean Brock and Benjamin “BJ” Dennis create some classic southern dishes with all the Southern charm. Host Pete Evans joins the chefs for visits to a South Carolina plantation, which produces some of the finest vegetables and rye in the area. They also embark on a trip to an innovative farm looking to feed and train the people of tomorrow and teach them to grow sustainable foods. Chef Dennis prepares a fantastic short rib and conch stew with classic southern grits while chef Brock roasts a pig with heritage greens and vegetables. It’s a feast steeped in South Carolina tradition on “Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking.” GlobeTrekker “Road Trip: Andes” Thursday, January 26, 2017, 10:00-11:00 p.m. Inspired by Che Guevara's "The Motorcycle Diaries," Zay Harding begins the 3,000-mile trip along Ruta 40 through the Andes. Starting his trek near the Argentina-Bolivia border, he crosses into the brilliant white salt flats of the Salinas Grandes, takes in the kaleidoscopic natural wonders of 7 Colors Hills, stops at the oldest continuously inhabited city of Tilcara, explores pre-

Columbian ruins in Pucara, drives the hair-raising roads to the little town of Cachi and visits the National Park of Leoncito. Zay next makes his way to the green valleys of Mendoza Province where he fuels up at the ultra-modern O'Fournier bodega before ending his journey beneath Aconcagua, the tallest mountain in the western and southern hemispheres. Curate Episode 1 Friday, January 27, 2017, 8:30-9:00 p.m. The CURATE series celebrates artists from across America and follows their creative journeys in their communities. Inspired by the vibrant Hampton Roads arts scene. Brad Paisley – Landmarks Live in Concert: A Great Performances Special Friday, January 27, 2017, 9:00-10:00 p.m.

Country music superstar Brad Paisley returns to his roots in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains for a special outdoor concert at West Virginia University. Hosted by Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Austin City Limits “Margo Price/Hayes Carll” Saturday, January 28, 2017, 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Welcome up-and-coming country singers Margo Price and Hayes Carll to ACL. Price supports her debut album Midwest Farmer’s Daughter, while Carll sings songs from his album Lovers and Leavers. Lead Balloon “Wayne” Saturday, January 28, 2017, 9:00-9:30 p.m. Rick has to write the links for a You've Been Framed type DVD. Meanwhile he decides to replenish his cutlery drawer by stealing teaspoons from Michael's cafe - but Michael exacts an expensive revenge. Rick is suffering from insomnia thanks to Wayne the paper-boy who is very punctual, very noisy and has a brain the size of a walnut. Keeping Up Appearances Season 4, Episode 5 Saturday, January 28, 2017, 9:30-10:00 p.m. Much to Richard’s horror, Hyacinth decides to make another attempt at finding a weekend country home. When a sudden problem involving “Daddy” demands Richard’s attention, Hyacinth asks Elizabeth to help her find a suitable property.

Mercy Street, Season 2 “The House Guest” Sunday, January 29, 2017, 8:00-9:00 p.m.

A house guest becomes the focus of Alice’s schemes. When Mary falls gravely ill, Foster’s attempts to care for her antagonize the new chief. Charlotte tries to contain the smallpox epidemic and Samuel has to make a difficult decision. Victoria on Masterpiece “The Clockwork Prince” Sunday, January 29, 2017, 9:00-10:00 p.m.

Albert pays a visit against the queen’s wishes and meets royal disdain. Where could it possibly lead? Meanwhile, the mystery of Miss Skerrett’s past deepens. Secrets of the Six Wives “Beheaded, Died” Sunday, January 29, 2017, 10:00-11:00 p.m.

Henry breaks with the Roman Church to marry Anne, but as Worsley notes, he grows tired of her and falls for Jane Seymour. Anne’s fate is sealed; she is executed and Henry immediately marries Jane, who dies soon after she gives birth to a son. POV “Seven Songs for a Long Life” Monday, January 30, 2017, 10:00-11:00 p.m.

Visit Strathcarron, a Scottish hospice center where patients face pain, uncertainty and the possibility of life’s end with song and humor. Hear tunes belted out by patients and caregivers alike between reflections on life, love and mortality.

Finding Your Roots “The Irish Factor” Tuesday, January 31, 2017, 8:00-9:00 p.m.

Explore the shared Irish ancestry of Soledad O’Brien, Bill O’Reilly and Bill Maher and how they have been deeply influenced by their Irish roots. The Race Underground: American Experience Tuesday, January 31, 2017, 9:00-10:00 p.m.

Learn how America’s first subway, in Boston, overcame a litany of engineering challenges, the greed-driven interests of businessmen and the great fears of its citizenry to create a rapid transit system soon replicated throughout the country. Frontline “Battle for Iraq” Tuesday, January 31, 2017, 10:00-11:00 p.m. On-the-ground reporting from Iraq reveals what’s happening in areas where ISIS is being challenged. With rare access, an investigation into powerful militias and growing sectarianism shaping Iraq. Also: a reporter’s journey into the battle for Mosul.