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Evening (pm)

Time Zone:
  1. 7:00 PM
    American Restoration: Grippin' Mad

    Rick and his team flex their muscles when they strong-arm a powerful penny arcade strength tester fr… TVPG | CC

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    American Restoration: Grippin' Mad

    Rick and his team flex their muscles when they strong-arm a powerful penny arcade strength tester from the 1940's. Can they get a grip and swiftly squeeze out a macho machine, or will this resistant restoration be too tough to tackle? And later, a client brings in a small gum and cigarette-vending slot machine from the 1930's. Will the team hit a junior jackpot on this gambling gadget or will this miniature machine burst their itty-bitty bubble?

  2. 7:30 PM
    American Restoration: American Hero

    When a client flies in with a helicopter gunner helmet from the Vietnam war, Rick and his crew have … TVPG | CC

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    American Restoration: American Hero

    When a client flies in with a helicopter gunner helmet from the Vietnam war, Rick and his crew have to suit up for some restoration recon. Can they get clearance to polish up this American heroes heli-hat, or will they have to call in some air-support? And later, it's bottoms up for the guys when they pop the tab on a classic 1948 Coca-Cola vending machine makeover. Can the guys quickly quench their thirst on this fizzy fix-up, or will this carbonated contraption explode in their faces?

  3. 8:00 PM
    American Restoration: Missile Impossible

    Rick and his crew must launch a rapid refurbishment when the Pawn Stars steer a 1950s Atomic Missile… TVPG L | CC

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    American Restoration: Missile Impossible

    Rick and his crew must launch a rapid refurbishment when the Pawn Stars steer a 1950s Atomic Missile pedal car to the shop. Can they follow the tough trajectory of this hazardous heat-seeker, or will this mission miss its mark? And later, a client brings in a 1930s fare box, once used on public transportation. Can the crew keep this transformation on track, or will this ride-on restoration go off the rails?

  4. 8:30 PM
    American Restoration: Tractors & Trucks

    When a client brings in his father's 1954 Bantam tractor, Rick must mend this latent lawn wrangling … TVPG | CC

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    American Restoration: Tractors & Trucks

    When a client brings in his father's 1954 Bantam tractor, Rick must mend this latent lawn wrangling machine. Can he successful salvage this project piece by piece, or will this farming fix up ultimately fail? Later, the guys have a mechanical mystery on their hands when a client brings in an early 1900s air brake tester for trains. Can the crew puzzle out this choo-choo contraption, or will this railroad relic get derailed?

  5. 9:00 PM
    Premiere
    Proving God

    For centuries, science and faith have been polarized on some of the most fundamental questions in th… TVPG | CC

    Proving God

    For centuries, science and faith have been polarized on some of the most fundamental questions in the universe, sometimes with deadly consequences. But as mankind seeks to answer the ultimate question--whether God exists--religion and science have joined in an unlikely alliance. Can new scientific discoveries and digital age technology reveal tangible proof of God? From the far reaches of the cosmos to the inner working of the human mind, scientists and believers around the world are using science to open new frontiers in this ultimate quest.

  6. 11:00 PM
    Modern Marvels: Mad Electricity

    Nikola Tesla's bizarre vision of the future brought him failure, but his genius electrified the worl… TVPG | CC

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    Modern Marvels: Mad Electricity

    Nikola Tesla's bizarre vision of the future brought him failure, but his genius electrified the world. Travel to Niagara Falls, where in 1893, Tesla installed his new system of Alternating Electrical Current known as AC--the same power we use today. Uncover the forgotten ruins of Tesla's dream experiment---a huge tower on Long Island Sound he hoped would wirelessly power the world. Radar, death rays, invisibility devices and earthquake machines: Tesla claimed to have created them all. More than 100 years ago Tesla foresaw the need for alternative energies like geothermal and solar.

Afternoon (pm)

Time Zone:
  1. 12:00 PM
    American Pickers: Frank's Big Shot

    The guys are dreaming of a California mega score when they stumble upon a salvage yard that's been i… TVPG | CC

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    American Pickers: Frank's Big Shot

    The guys are dreaming of a California mega score when they stumble upon a salvage yard that's been in a family for generations. The place looks promising...but the owner has never let anyone inside. Can Frank and Mike talk their way in? Later, Mike eyes a rare brass diving helmet that comes with a high price tag. Frank zeros in on a rare car hood ornament that he gets appraised. And finally, a stop at a Mexican restaurant leads to a Wild West-style picking opportunity that ends up on the basketball court with Frank, aka "the Free Throw King."

  2. 1:00 PM
    American Restoration: Grippin' Mad

    Rick and his team flex their muscles when they strong-arm a powerful penny arcade strength tester fr… TVPG | CC

    Episode Guide | Show Site
    American Restoration: Grippin' Mad

    Rick and his team flex their muscles when they strong-arm a powerful penny arcade strength tester from the 1940's. Can they get a grip and swiftly squeeze out a macho machine, or will this resistant restoration be too tough to tackle? And later, a client brings in a small gum and cigarette-vending slot machine from the 1930's. Will the team hit a junior jackpot on this gambling gadget or will this miniature machine burst their itty-bitty bubble?

  3. 1:30 PM
    American Restoration: American Hero

    When a client flies in with a helicopter gunner helmet from the Vietnam war, Rick and his crew have … TVPG | CC

    Episode Guide | Show Site
    American Restoration: American Hero

    When a client flies in with a helicopter gunner helmet from the Vietnam war, Rick and his crew have to suit up for some restoration recon. Can they get clearance to polish up this American heroes heli-hat, or will they have to call in some air-support? And later, it's bottoms up for the guys when they pop the tab on a classic 1948 Coca-Cola vending machine makeover. Can the guys quickly quench their thirst on this fizzy fix-up, or will this carbonated contraption explode in their faces?

  4. 2:00 PM
    Rome: Engineering an Empire

    For more than 500 years, Rome was the most powerful and advanced civilization the world had ever kno… TVPG | CC

    Rome: Engineering an Empire

    For more than 500 years, Rome was the most powerful and advanced civilization the world had ever known, ruled by visionaries and tyrants whose accomplishments ranged from awe-inspiring to deplorable. One characteristic linked them all--ambition--and the thirst for power that all Roman emperors shared fueled an unprecedented mastery of engineering and labor. This documentary special chronicles the spectacular and sordid history of the Roman Empire from the rise of Julius Caesar in 55 BC to its eventual fall around 537 AD, detailing the remarkable engineering feats that set Rome apart from the rest of the ancient world. Featuring extensive state-of-the-art CGI animation, and exclusive never-before-seen footage shot on a diving expedition in the water channels underneath the Colosseum.

  5. 6:00 PM
    American Pickers: Frank's Big Shot

    The guys are dreaming of a California mega score when they stumble upon a salvage yard that's been i… TVPG | CC

    Episode Guide | Show Site
    American Pickers: Frank's Big Shot

    The guys are dreaming of a California mega score when they stumble upon a salvage yard that's been in a family for generations. The place looks promising...but the owner has never let anyone inside. Can Frank and Mike talk their way in? Later, Mike eyes a rare brass diving helmet that comes with a high price tag. Frank zeros in on a rare car hood ornament that he gets appraised. And finally, a stop at a Mexican restaurant leads to a Wild West-style picking opportunity that ends up on the basketball court with Frank, aka "the Free Throw King."

Morning (am)

Time Zone:
  1. 12:01 AM
    Pawn Stars: Looney Dunes

    The Pawn Stars pray to the rock gods when a collection of unpublished photos of Jimi Hendrix blasts … TVPG | CC

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    Pawn Stars: Looney Dunes

    The Pawn Stars pray to the rock gods when a collection of unpublished photos of Jimi Hendrix blasts into the shop. Taken by Jimi's personal photographer, will Rick be able to contain his excitement and make a deal, or will he tip his hand and see the signal go from green to red? Then, the guys see history repeat itself when they check out two high-performance dune buggies in the same day. Will they jump at a chance to buy these tricked out toys, or will both deals sputter out when negotiations get stuck in the sand? And later, Rick and the Old Man check out a rare 1930's Levi's jacket. Will Rick be busting at the seams to snatch up this highly sought after denim, or is this old piece just not a good fit?

  2. 12:31 AM
    Pawn Stars: Blaze of Glory

    The Pawn Stars go gangster when they check out a 1937 Oldsmobile. Allegedly owned by mobster Bugsy S… TVPG | CC

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    Pawn Stars: Blaze of Glory

    The Pawn Stars go gangster when they check out a 1937 Oldsmobile. Allegedly owned by mobster Bugsy Siegel, will the guys go to the mats over this rare luxury ride, or has this classic car seen its last drive-by? Then, a guy comes in with a genuine Olympic torch. Carried in the opening ceremonies of the 1984 summer games, will this piece burn a hole in Rick's pockets, or will a marathon negotiation make the deal flame out? And later, Rick and Chum reach for the sky when the world's smallest pistol pops into the shop. Will this tiny Austrian gun aim its way onto Rick's shelves, or fail to make a big impression?

  3. 1:01 AM
    American Pickers: Pickin' Perry-dise

    Looking for roadside relics in West Virginia, the guys pick an Appalachian village museum where Mike… TVPG | CC

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    American Pickers: Pickin' Perry-dise

    Looking for roadside relics in West Virginia, the guys pick an Appalachian village museum where Mike ups the ante to score a rare retro motor. The museum's octogenarian owners--The Perrys--have never sold anything before, and after sealing the deal on an odd electric peacock, Mike makes his move. In Nashville, Danielle is unimpressed with the pool of quirky candidates she's met to manage the new store. Dave's Ohio storefront is filled with cool bikes and scooters but his business plan is more show than sell. With every room packed to the gills, a father-and-son duo open the doors to their staggering collection where the guys find a giant Goliath head that bears a strange resemblance to Frank.

  4. 2:01 AM
    Pawn Stars: Buyer Beware

    Hat's off to the Pawn Stars, when a man brings in a signed print of Abraham Lincoln. Will Rick write… TVPG | CC

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    Pawn Stars: Buyer Beware

    Hat's off to the Pawn Stars, when a man brings in a signed print of Abraham Lincoln. Will Rick write off this presidential paper as an impostor or will he decide this Abe truly is honest? Then, the guys are presented with a turn of the century parade cannon. Originally used to salute Civil War veterans, will Rick pay tribute to this rare piece of ordnance, or will he rain on the seller's parade? And later, Corey and the Old Man encounter a steel mandolin from the 1940's. A bit worse for wear, does this rusty relic have a few songs left in it, or will the seller be strumming the blues?

  5. 2:31 AM
    Pawn Stars: Silence of the Lambo

    The Pawn Stars fasten their seat belts when a 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago speeds into the shop. Orig… TVPG | CC

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    Pawn Stars: Silence of the Lambo

    The Pawn Stars fasten their seat belts when a 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago speeds into the shop. Originally purchased for $400,000, will Corey keep the negotiation on track, or is this 200 mile-an-hour super car more than he can handle? Then, Rick is presented with a true one of a kind, when a guy brings in a set of Saddam Hussein's fingerprints. Taken in Baghdad by the FBI, will Rick try to capture this rare piece at all costs, or will he play this one by the book? And later, Rick and Corey check out a sterling silver Tiffany Walkman originally owned by a member of the rock band "The Who." Will the guys try to win this one for a song, or is this antiquated device worth its weight in silver?

  6. 3:01 AM
    Real Deal: Autograph Anarchy

    Chip sits down with a man selling an antique anesthesia machine, and nearly passes out at the seller… TVPG | CC

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    Real Deal: Autograph Anarchy

    Chip sits down with a man selling an antique anesthesia machine, and nearly passes out at the seller's asking price. Troy takes a shot at buying a Victorian Tantalus that dates back to the 1880s and will command a hefty price. Glen gets eyes on a Harry Houdini autograph and all signs point to him making a serious offer for it. Jason meets with a couple carrying a copy of "The Last Waltz" album, autographed by Bob Dylan and Neil Young and he's going to lay a lot of money on the table to try and make this deal. And the dealers know, if their offers aren't on the money, the sellers will take their items to auction, and let the bidders pick the price.

  7. 3:31 AM
    Invention USA: Great Balls of Fire

    Garrett and Reichart travel to the Mojave Desert to meet an eccentric survivalist who has invented a… TVPG | CC

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    Invention USA: Great Balls of Fire

    Garrett and Reichart travel to the Mojave Desert to meet an eccentric survivalist who has invented a combustible weapon for stopping wild animal attacks, but his invention may go up in flames. An old friend calls up to pitch a handy cell phone accessory -- the Phone Glove.

  8. 4:02 AM
    Info-Documentaries.

    Informational programming. TVG

    Info-Documentaries.

    Informational programming.

  9. 4:30 AM
    Info-Documentaries.

    Informational programming. TVG

    Info-Documentaries.

    Informational programming.

  10. 5:00 AM
    Info-Documentaries.

    Informational programming. TVG

    Info-Documentaries.

    Informational programming.

  11. 5:30 AM
    Info-Documentaries.

    Informational programming. TVG

    Info-Documentaries.

    Informational programming.

  12. 6:00 AM
    Info-Documentaries.

    Informational programming. TVG

    Info-Documentaries.

    Informational programming.

  13. 6:30 AM
    Info-Documentaries.

    Informational programming. TVG

    Info-Documentaries.

    Informational programming.

  14. 7:00 AM
    McClellan's Way.

    Traces the rise and fall of the sometimes victorious and always egotistical leader. As Commander of … TVPG | CC

    McClellan's Way.

    Traces the rise and fall of the sometimes victorious and always egotistical leader. As Commander of the Army of the Potomac, he was slow to press the offensive against the South, and an exasperated Lincoln eventually fired him.

  15. 8:00 AM
    Rome: Engineering an Empire

    For more than 500 years, Rome was the most powerful and advanced civilization the world had ever kno… TVPG | CC

    Rome: Engineering an Empire

    For more than 500 years, Rome was the most powerful and advanced civilization the world had ever known, ruled by visionaries and tyrants whose accomplishments ranged from awe-inspiring to deplorable. One characteristic linked them all--ambition--and the thirst for power that all Roman emperors shared fueled an unprecedented mastery of engineering and labor. This documentary special chronicles the spectacular and sordid history of the Roman Empire from the rise of Julius Caesar in 55 BC to its eventual fall around 537 AD, detailing the remarkable engineering feats that set Rome apart from the rest of the ancient world. Featuring extensive state-of-the-art CGI animation, and exclusive never-before-seen footage shot on a diving expedition in the water channels underneath the Colosseum.