What to Watch This July on BTPM PBS
- First, we kick off the month with Canada Day celebrations! Start July with a nod to our neighbors to the north by watching "Coronation Girls" and "Canada Files" — both excellent programs to celebrate Canadian culture and storytelling! Then, on Friday, don't miss the annual concert from Washington, D.C., "A Capitol Fourth," a yearly tradition complete with music and a fireworks show.
- July is bringing great mysteries! "Foyle’s War" continues with new encore programs. Saturday nights are a mystery lover's dream, stacked with the best of PBS female sleuths: enjoy "Madame Blanc Mysteries" (Season 2), followed by the charming "Sister Boniface Mysteries."
- Calling all art and history enthusiasts! Go back in time with "Renaissance: The Blood and the Beauty," airing Tuesday nights. Then, savor the flavors and stories of the dishes that make up family history with Season 4 of "The Great American Recipe" on Fridays at 9 pm. And lastly, by popular demand of our viewers, watch "Horatio's Drive."
Keep reading for more information about each of these programs and when you can catch them airing on BTPM PBS! Many of these programs are also available to our members via BTPM PBS Passport to watch on demand.
Coronation Girls — Tuesday, July 1 at 3:30 pm & 9 pm
In the summer of 1953, 50 young women from rural Canada embarked on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to London for the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. Sponsored by Garfield Weston, they sailed across the Atlantic aboard The Empress of France, eager to witness Princess Elizabeth ascend to the throne as their Queen. Using rare archival footage, "Coronation Girls" begins with the excitement of their original journey, highlighting the youthful optimism and adventure of that summer.
Watch "Coronation Girls" with BTPM PBS Passport!
Canada Files: What It Means To Be a Canadian — Tuesday, July 1 at 5 pm, 7:30 pm, and 10:30 pm
For six seasons of "Canada Files," we have asked our guests: “What does being Canadian mean to you?” In this episode, we feature the most thought-provoking and interesting responses from more than 50 guests, including writers, musicians, politicians, actors, and athletes weigh in on what makes the Canadian identity unique.
Watch "Canada Files" free online or with the PBS app!
Foyle’s War — Thursday, July 3 at 9 pm
Check out these "new" encore episodes of Foyle's War! Michael Kitchen stars as Christopher Foyle, a man of few words and rock-solid convictions. Set in a quiet English coastal town during WWII and in London during the Cold War's early days, the upright, laconic detective is tasked with investigating cases on the home front as conflict ravages the social fabric of his coastal community.
Watch "Foyle's War" with BTPM PBS Passport!
A Capitol Fourth — Thursday, July 4 at 9 pm
"A Capitol Fourth" is a live concert broadcast from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. The concert celebrates the Independence Day of the United States and features musical performances and fireworks.
Watch "A Capitol Fourth" free online or with the PBS app!
Sister Boniface Mysteries — Marathon Event Every Saturday through July
"Sister Boniface Mysteries" is a British cozy mystery detective series that follows the adventures of moped-riding Sister Boniface of St. Vincent’s convent in 1960s rural England. The show blends mystery and comedy, with Sister Boniface using her keen interest in forensics to solve crimes.
Secrets of the Dead — Tuesday, July 8 at 10 pm
"Secrets of the Dead" is part detective story, part true-life drama, that unearths evidence from around the world, challenging prevailing ideas and throwing fresh light on unexplained events.
Watch "Secrets of the Dead" with BTPM PBS Passport!
Renaissance: The Blood and the Beauty — Every Tuesday in July at 9 pm
A three-part BBC docu-drama series that explores the lives of three rival artists, Michelangelo, Leonardo, and Raphael, during an age of violence and upheaval. The series delves into the atmosphere of power politics and rivalry within which some of the greatest works of art were created.
Watch "Renaissance: The Blood and the Beauty" free online or with the PBS app!
The Great American Recipe — Fridays at 9 pm
"The Great American Recipe" is an eight-part uplifting cooking competition that celebrates the multiculturalism that makes American food unique and iconic. Hosted by Alejandra Ramos, the series allows talented home cooks from different regions of the country to showcase their beloved signature dishes and compete to win the national search for “The Great American Recipe.”
Watch "The Great American Recipe" free online or with the PBS app!
Horatio’s Drive – Monday, July 21 at 9 pm
In the spring of 1903, on a whim and a $50 bet, Dr. Horatio Nelson Jackson set off from San Francisco in a 20-horsepower Winton touring car, hoping to become the first person to cross the United States in the new-fangled "horseless carriage." Most people doubted that the automobile had much of a future. Traveling with his co-driver, Sewall K. Crocker, and a bulldog named Bud, Jackson's trip would prove them wrong.
Local Programs and BTPM Originals
Compact Civics Expansion Pack — Friday, July 25 at 3:30 pm
"Compact Civics" is a series of non-partisan shorts helping citizens gain a better understanding of how government works. Host Cory McCants explains broad civics concepts in a fun way. With just the right dose of humor, levity, and visual intrigue, the series explores topics related to voting, branches of governance, and local civic responsibility. The "Compact Civics Expansion Pack" explores civic life, spotlighting the gathering places that keep our communities thriving, from rural libraries to county fairs to urban farms and community theater.
Watch "Compact Civics" and the "Compact Civics Expansion Pack" free online or with the PBS app!
Klenhans' Gift to Buffalo — Friday, July 25 at 7:30 pm
"Kleinhans’ Gift to Buffalo" shares the story of how a generous gift from Ed and Mary Kleinhans, whose love of music, Buffalo, and each other led to the building of a world-class concert hall. Learn about the design, the architect, and how this concert hall and civic auditorium has become a community asset where family is celebrated and memories are made.
Watch "Kleinhans Gift to Buffalo" free online or with the PBS app!
Warrior Tradition — Monday, July 28 at 9 pm
"The Warrior Tradition" tells the astonishing, heartbreaking, inspiring, and largely untold story of Native Americans in the United States military. The film relates the stories of Native American warriors from their points of view. There’s more to the story than heroism. And there’s more than one way to be a warrior.
Watch "The Warrior Tradition" free online or with the PBS app!
We'll be back in August for another issue of Kathryn's Must-Sees!