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THIS WEEK ON WGCU-TV


“American Masters” Sammy Davis Jr.,” 9 p.m. Feb. 19.

“American Masters” Sammy Davis Jr.,” 9 p.m. Feb. 19.

THURSDAY, FEB. 14, 11 P.M. Amanpour & Company

Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.

FRIDAY, FEB. 15, 9 P.M. Resilience

Subtitled “The Biology of Stress & the Science of Hope,” this documentary chronicles the birth of a new movement among pediatricians, therapists, educators and communities, using cutting-edge brain science to disrupt cycles of violence, addiction and disease.

SATURDAY, FEB. 16, 10 P.M. Doc Martin From the Mouths of Babes

James is teething and nothing seems to be working, so Martin and Louisa try Mel’s suggestion of amber beads. Mrs. Tishell seems to be having a delayed onset of mourning. Al receives a large whisky order, but when he tries to put the still together he has to ask Bert for help. Louisa has problems at school with Toby, who is Angela Sim’s nephew.

SUNDAY, FEB. 17, 11 P.M. Independent Lens Hale County This Morning, This Evening

Composed of intimate and unencumbered moments in the lives of people in the community of Hale County, Ala., this documentary offers a richly detailed glimpse at life in America’s Black Belt, simultaneously celebrating its beauty and bearing witness to the consequences of the social construction of race.

MONDAY, FEB. 18, 9 P.M. Antiques Roadshow Meadowbrook Hall

From the grounds of Meadowbrook Hall, learn the story behind family heirlooms, thrift store finds, and more — including a $77,500 appraisal.

TUESDAY, FEB. 19, 9 P.M American Masters Sammy Davis Jr.

Explore the entertainer’s vast talent and journey for identity through the shifting tides of civil rights and racial progress during 20th-century America. Features Billy Crystal, Whoopi Goldberg, and clips from his TV, film and concert performances.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 20, 9 P.M Nova The Next Pompeii

In the shadow of Italy’s Vesuvius, a lesser-known volcano rumbles: Campi Flegrei. An eruption could endanger the millions of residents of the city of Naples. Scientists gain new insights into what happened in nearby Pompeii, and dig into the unique geology of Campi Flegrei. How will they know if the ever-shifting ground is reaching a breaking point? And can an innovative eruption warning system prevent Naples becoming the next Pompeii? ¦

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