WHUT March Specials 2010

The Celtic Tenors: No Boundaries (APT)

Diet Free With Zonya Foco, RD (APT)

DESCRIPTION: In her first pledge special, registered dietician Zonya Foco delivers healthy eating and exercise advice with her trademark energy and humor, inspiring stories and audience participation. She tailored DIET FREE WITH ZONYA FOCO, RD for those who want to stop the weight-gain cycle, improve their energy, lower their cholesterol, blood sugar or blood pressure, or simply enjoy optimum health. Adopting these lifestyle changes, Zonya believes, can save hundreds of extra calories each day and dozens of extra pounds each year.

Primal Grill With Steven Raichlen, (APT)

DESCRIPTION: In his first Primal Grill pledge event, grilling guru Steven Raichlen shares some of his favorite recipes and talks about his travels on the world's "barbecue trail." Steven brings viewers of every grilling level —veterans and novices alike — an impressive collection of full-flavored, imaginative and easy-to-follow recipes. This 60-minute special includes segments from seasons one and two of his Primal Grill series, plus two pledge breaks.

Rick Steves’ Mediterranean Mosaic (APT)

DESCRIPTION: Travel expert Rick Steves shares his extensive knowledge of European history and culture as he winds his way through southern Greece, Turkey and Croatia. On the Peloponnesian Peninsula, Rick time-trips through the ruins of Olympia and marvels at Greece’s Rock of Gibraltar. Rick loses his way in Istanbul's Grand Bazaar and cruises the churning waters of the Bosphorus. In Croatia, Rick sails the island-studded Dalmatian and concludes his travels on the Istrian Peninsula's enchanting port town of Rovinj.

Primal Grill With Steven Raichlen, (APT)

DESCRIPTION: In his first Primal Grill pledge event, grilling guru Steven Raichlen shares some of his favorite recipes and talks about his travels on the world's "barbecue trail." Steven brings viewers of every grilling level —veterans and novices alike — an impressive collection of full-flavored, imaginative and easy-to-follow recipes. This 60-minute special includes segments from seasons one and two of his Primal Grill series, plus two pledge breaks.

Ed Sullivan – The Sixties

Description: From the late 1940s until the early 1970s, the greatest music talent in the world was seen by millions of viewers of all ages each Sunday night on The Ed Sullivan Show. Now, PBS’ phenomenally successful “My Music” series presents a special of classic song performances spanning the years 1963-1968 on ED SULLIVAN – THE SIXTIES.

Celtic Woman: Songs from the Heart (PBS)

Description: Celtic Woman - Songs from the Heart” marks the 5th collaboration between the multi-platinum group and PBS. The special was recorded in Enniskerry, County Wicklow, Ireland at the historic Powerscout House and Gardens –Celtic Woman star vocalists are, Lisa Kelly, Chloe Agnew, Lynn Hilary and Alex Sharpe together with Celtic violinist, Maireade Nesbitt. Their latest hit single, “O, America” features the Discovery Gospel Choir and a fireworks display in the Irish sky.

Brain Fitness Frontiers (PBS)

Description: In the third program in our Brain Fitness Trilogy, given the right set of circumstances, the right exercises and the right “mindful” hard work, what the brain can learn and do is truly amazing. We take our audience into the laboratories to see some of the most exciting neurological experimentation and implementation yet seen.

Doo Wop 50 (Re-Up)(PBS)

Description: 2009 marked the 60th anniversary of Doo Wop music, or vocal-group harmony songs popular during the late 1950s and early 1960s. Doo Wop 50 reunites more than 100 original performers, the biggest and best, to sing their mega-hits. From the Platters' "Great Pretender" to Gene Chandler's "Duke Of Earl.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Live(PBS)

Description: ROCK 'N' ROLL HALL OF FAME LIVE is a 60-minute special featuring rare, one-of-a-kind performances from the induction ceremonies of the Rock Hall of Fame, shot during the last 24 years. The biggest names in rock 'n' roll perform in intimate settings, and jam in combinations not seen anywhere else. Plus, the program features exclusive, anything-goes induction speeches by rock royalty, along with rare behind-the-scenes footage.

The Science of Healing with Dr. Esther Sternberg(PBS)

Description: What is healing? …. Is there a mind/body connection? …. What happens in our brain when healing occurs, and what role does emotion play? Surveys indicate that 8 out of 10 Americans are feeling stressed and powerless facing so many of life’s uncertainties. They are desperately seeking ways to reduce stress and improve their health.