LAWRENCE WELK SHOW Childhood Memories (1972) Saturday, May 18 at 7 p.m. "Those Were The Days" sets the tone for this look back at our favorite memories from childhood. Arthur Duncan brings his "Little Red Wagon", Clay Hart is "Watchin' Scotty Grow", and Guy & Ralna recall "Little Toy Trains", among other favorites. LES MISERABLES ON MASTERPIECE Sunday, May 19 at 8 p.m. Marius mans the barricades, where a hostile Valjean intercepts him. They end up fleeing together through the sewers of Paris. Co- sette's story reaches its conclusion. So does Javert's. EMMA GOLDMAN: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE Tuesday, May 21 at 8 p.m. For nearly half a century, Russian emigrant Emma Goldman was the most controversial woman in America, taunting the main- stream with her fervent attacks on govern- ment, big business, and war. This program explores the life of the notorious lecturer, fearless writer, and merciless publisher. NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT Sunday, May 26 at 7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. Join hosts Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise for the 30th anniversary live broadcast of America's national night of remembrance from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, featuring the National Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Jack Everly. GOING TO WAR Monday, May 27 at 9 p.m. Going to war brings terror, pain and grief, but also exhilaration and a sense of purpose. Authors Karl Marlantes and Sebastian Junger help make sense of this paradox, while military veterans reveal the truths of combat with unflinching candor. LIGHT FALLS Wednesday, May 29 at 9 p.m. Take a theatrical journey with physicist Brian Greene to uncover how Albert Einstein developed his theory of relativity. In this vivid play, science is illuminated on stage and screen through innovative projections and an original score. SONGWRITERS Gretchen Peters Thursday, May 2 at 9:30 p.m. Host Ken Paulson interviews songwriter- artist Gretchen Peters, who among other stories recalls when the focus of her song- writing shifted from beauty to truth. Peters is the writer of "Independence Day" by Martina McBride and "The Secret Of Life" by Faith Hill. FRONTLINE Trump ’ s Trade War Tuesday, May 7 at 9 p.m. The inside story of President Trump's gamble to confront China over trade. Reporting from the US and China, NPR and FRONTLINE investigate what led the world's two largest economies to the brink, and the billions at stake. NOVA Inside the Megafire Wednesday, May 8 at 8 p.m. The California wildfires of 2018 took a worrisome trend to a new extreme, claiming scores of lives and over a million acres. Scientists investigate how forestry practices, climate change, and drought may contribute to the rise of deadly megafires. Tuesday, May 14 at 7 p.m. A whirlwind tour of 10 engineering feats that made our civilization possible: from the Erie Canal and Eads Bridge, to the Holland Tunnel and Hoover Dam. Find out which 10 modern marvels made the list! FRONTLINE One Day in Gaza Tuesday, May 14 at 9 p.m. How mass protests on the Israel-Gaza border led to one of the deadliest days in a generation. One year later, a moment- by-moment investigation, drawing on exclusive interviews in Gaza and Israel and videos of the protests and bloodshed. CLASSIC GOSPEL Bradley Walker: Blessed Thursday, May 16 at 7 p.m. Known for his unequivocal baritone voice and inspiring story, Bradley Walker performs heartfelt renditions of some of his favorite hymns and gospel tunes that remind us of the joy of a songbook in an old country church. May 2019 spotlight Lexington • Jackson • Marn
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LAWRENCE WELK SHOW Childhood Memories (1972) Saturday, May 18 at 7 p.m.
"Those Were The Days" sets the tone for this look back at our favorite memories from childhood. Arthur Duncan brings his "Little Red Wagon", Clay Hart is "Watchin' Scotty Grow", and Guy & Ralna recall "Little Toy Trains", among other favorites.
LES MISERABLES ON MASTERPIECE Sunday, May 19 at 8 p.m.
Marius mans the barricades, where a hostile Valjean intercepts him. They end up fleeing together through the sewers of Paris. Co-sette's story reaches its conclusion. So does Javert's.
EMMA GOLDMAN: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE Tuesday, May 21 at 8 p.m.
For nearly half a century, Russian emigrant Emma Goldman was the most controversial woman in America, taunting the main-stream with her fervent attacks on govern-ment, big business, and war. This program explores the life of the notorious lecturer, fearless writer, and merciless publisher.
NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT Sunday, May 26 at 7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.
Join hosts Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise for the 30th anniversary live broadcast of America's national night of remembrance from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, featuring the National Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Jack Everly. GOING TO WAR Monday, May 27 at 9 p.m.
Going to war brings terror, pain and grief, but also exhilaration and a sense of purpose. Authors Karl Marlantes and Sebastian Junger help make sense of this paradox, while military veterans reveal the truths of combat with unflinching candor.
LIGHT FALLS Wednesday, May 29 at 9 p.m.
Take a theatrical journey with physicist Brian Greene to uncover how Albert Einstein developed his theory of relativity. In this vivid play, science is illuminated on stage and screen through innovative projections and an original score.
SONGWRITERS Gretchen Peters Thursday, May 2 at 9:30 p.m.
Host Ken Paulson interviews songwriter-artist Gretchen Peters, who among other stories recalls when the focus of her song-writing shifted from beauty to truth. Peters is the writer of "Independence Day" by Martina McBride and "The Secret Of Life" by Faith Hill.
FRONTLINE Trump’s Trade War Tuesday, May 7 at 9 p.m.
The inside story of President Trump's gamble to confront China over trade. Reporting from the US and China, NPR and FRONTLINE investigate what led the world's two largest economies to the brink, and the billions at stake.
NOVA Inside the Megafire Wednesday, May 8 at 8 p.m.
The California wildfires of 2018 took a worrisome trend to a new extreme, claiming scores of lives and over a million acres. Scientists investigate how forestry practices, climate change, and drought may contribute to the rise of deadly megafires.
Tuesday, May 14 at 7 p.m.
A whirlwind tour of 10 engineering feats that made our civilization possible: from the Erie Canal and Eads Bridge, to the Holland Tunnel and Hoover Dam. Find out which 10 modern marvels made the list!
FRONTLINE One Day in Gaza Tuesday, May 14 at 9 p.m.
How mass protests on the Israel-Gaza border led to one of the deadliest days in a generation. One year later, a moment- by-moment investigation, drawing on exclusive interviews in Gaza and Israel and videos of the protests and bloodshed.
CLASSIC GOSPEL Bradley Walker: Blessed Thursday, May 16 at 7 p.m.
Known for his unequivocal baritone voice and inspiring story, Bradley Walker performs heartfelt renditions of some of his favorite hymns and gospel tunes that remind us of the joy of a songbook in an old country church.
May 2019 spotlight Lexington • Jackson • Martin
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