Program Guide Week 42
Sunday October 9th, 2016
5:00 am CCTV English News - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV) in Beijing, the nation's largest national broadcasting network.
5:30 am NHK World English News - News from Japan's Broadcasting Corporation, NHK, delivering the latest in business, technology, health, environmental and world news, in English.
5:45 am France 24 Feature - News feature in English from France 24, Paris.
6:00 am France 24 English News - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events, in English.
6:30 am Deutsche Welle English News - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin, in English.
7:00 am Al Jazeera English News - News via satellite from Al Jazeera Satellite Network, Qatar, in English.
7:30 am Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
8:10 am Filipino News - News via satellite from ABS-CBN Manila, in Tagalog, no subtitles.
8:40 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
9:30 am Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
10:30 am German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
11:00 am Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Arabic News - News via satellite from DRTV Dubai, in Arabic, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Turkish News - News via satellite from TRT Turkey, in Turkish, no subtitles.
1:00 pm Rise Of The Machines - Mega Truck - Rise of the Machines uses stunning CGI animation to explode open the world’s biggest haul truck - the Liebherr T284 - to reveal the extraordinary technology it depends on to complete a high stakes mission in America’s number one gold mine. Trucker Alice Woods is at the wheel of this metal titan, taller than a two-story house, and packing the pulling power of a freight train. Together, Alice and her Mega Truck have just five days to move a mountain of rock and uncover a multi-million dollar fortune in gold. Can the Mega Truck get Alice and the gold home safe? Only one thing’s for certain: it’s going to be an extreme ride. (Ep.2) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Sunday October 9th, 2016
2:00 pm Speedweek - A comprehensive motor sports program for speed enthusiasts. (Motor Sport) CC
4:00 pm Cycling: Giro Di Lombardia 2016 – Highlights of the 110th edition of the Tour of Lombardy in Northern Italy. (Cycling)
4:30 pm Cycling: Voxwomen - The Voxwomen Cycling Show is an all-new cycling show created exclusively by women that puts female riders in the spotlight, with racing news, tips & behind the scenes insight. (Sport) (Cycling) CC
5:00 pm Small Business Secrets - This episode explores how small businesses are tapping into the digital age to make big bucks: from an Indian wedding planner blogger who turned her blog into a business; to yoga with Hom Yoga, who are expanding internationally thanks to the web. Ricardo also explores how the Pokemon Go frenzy is boosting small business sales, and takes some snaps with Kiren Photography, teaching small businesses about how to use social media profiles to market their brand. (S.1 Ep.11) (An SBS Production) (Documentary Series) (Class. tba) CC **New Episode**
5:30 pm Nazi Megastructures - Hitler's Jet Caves - This episode explores one of the most technological advanced aeroplanes of World War II. A fighter jet that inspired a revolution in aerial warfare: the Messerschmitt Me 262. This is the remarkable story of an awe- inspiring aircraft, the subterranean bat-cave where it was built and the battle for air supremacy that decided the fate of the war. (Part 5 of 6) (From the US) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG(V) CC
6:30 pm SBS World News - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production)
7:30 pm Treasures Of Ancient Greece - The Classical Revolution - Alastair Sooke unpicks the reasons behind the dazzling revolution that gave birth to classical Greek art, asking how the Greeks got so good so quickly. He travels to the beautiful Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, and to the island of Mozia to see the astonishing charioteer found there in 1979, and marvels at the athletic bodies of the warriors dragged from the seabed - the Riace Bronzes. It was a creative explosion that covered architecture, sculpting in marble, casting in bronze, even painting on vases. Perhaps the most powerful factor was also its greatest legacy - a fascination with the naked human body. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Part 2 of 3) (Rpt) PG CC
8:35 pm The Other Pompeii: Life And Death In Herculaneum - Just 10 miles from Pompeii, along the ancient shoreline, 12 arched vaults are telling a whole new story about life was like before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. They contain the skeletons of no less than 340 people, that’s 10% of the local population, killed by the volcano. Amongst them are the first new skeletons to be found in the area for 30 years: they’re now the subject of a ground-breaking scientific investigation. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Sunday October 9th, 2016
9:40 pm The Sex Changes That Made History - Sex reassignment surgery is now almost a commonplace procedure, but back in the early 20th century, it was seen as 'science fiction surgery'. When the news broke of a successful first attempt, it was a sensation. This is the gripping story of three extraordinary people: the world's first person to undergo a female to male transition; the former Spitfire pilot who became Britain's first to transition from male to female; and the daring advanced plastic surgeon who carried out these surgeries in the 1940s. Michael Dillon - previously named Laura - had persuaded the brilliant Sir Harold Gillies, the founding father of plastic surgery, to carry out the female-to-male operation that no surgeon in the world had ever attempted. Both then helped former race car driver and wartime pilot Robert Cowell undertake their own transition. (From the UK) (Documentary) M(N,A) CC **Premiere**
10:40 pm Accidental Anarchist - A remarkable political conversion from leading diplomat to anarchist. For the heart of the British establishment to the Occupy Movement. A journey into the most important political and social movement of our century. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Class. tba) CC
MOVIE: 12:20 am Queen To Play - Sandrine Bonnaire and Kevin Kline shine in this sophisticated feel-good comedy/drama set in idyllic Corsica. Middle-aged chambermaid Hélène's newfound obsession with the game of chess leads her to seek the tutelage of a reclusive American expat, transforming both of their humdrum lives in the process. Directed by Caroline Bottaro and also stars Valérie Lagrange. (From France, in French) (Drama) (2009) (Rpt) M (S)
MOVIE: 2:10 am The Way - A powerful and inspirational film about family, friends and the challenges we face while navigating this ever-changing and complicated world. Tom, an irascible American doctor goes to France to deal with the tragic loss of his son. Rather than return home, Tom decides to embark on the historical pilgrimage "The Way of St. James" to honour his son's desire to finish the journey. Tom doesn't plan on the profound impact this trip has on him. Through unexpected experiences along "The Way," Tom discovers the difference between "the life we live and the life we choose.” Starring Martin Sheen and Emilio Estevez. (From the US) (Movie) (Drama) (2012) (Rpt) PG CC
4:25 am Food Lovers' Guide To Australia - Maeve O'Meara and Joanna Savill continue to explore the best food and produce around. In this episode, spelt - the story of a grain that's been cultivated since ancient times; voluptuous nougat with Robert Rinaldi; mussels Belgian-style; and how to make the lightest gnocchi with chef Mirko Grillini. (An SBS Production) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Monday October 10th, 2016
5:00 am CCTV English News - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV) in Beijing, the nation's largest national broadcasting network.
5:30 am NHK World English News - News from Japan's Broadcasting Corporation, NHK, delivering the latest in business, technology, health, environmental and world news, in English.
5:45 am France 24 Feature - News feature in English from France 24, Paris.
6:00 am France 24 English News - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events, in English.
6:30 am Deutsche Welle English News - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin, in English.
7:00 am Al Jazeera English News - News via satellite from Al Jazeera Satellite Network, Qatar, in English.
7:30 am Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
8:10 am Filipino News - News via satellite from ABS-CBN Manila, in Tagalog, no subtitles.
8:40 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
9:30 am Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
10:30 am German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
11:00 am Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Arabic News - News via satellite from DRTV Dubai, in Arabic, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Turkish News - News via satellite from TRT Turkey, in Turkish, no subtitles.
1:00 pm Al Jazeera News - News via satellite from Al Jazeera Satellite Network, Qatar, in English.
2:00 pm Milos: Heartstrings - Growing up in war-torn Yugoslavia, Milos Karadaglic from Montenegro discovered a battered guitar in his parents’ bedroom and after realising his natural talent declared that he wanted to take this instrument out of hibernation. Heartstrings tells the story of Karadaglic love affair with the guitar, taking it to concert halls around the world and restoring it to its rightful place in the pantheon of classical music. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Music) (Rpt) G CC
3:00 pm The Story Of The Jews - In The Beginning - In this landmark series, Simon Schama looks at the impact of the Jews and those moments when the Jewish experience - what Jews have thought and written, uttered, mourned and acclaimed - has changed the fate of the world. Travelling the globe from New York to Odessa, Berlin to Jerusalem,Schama tells ancient and modern stories that illuminate the passions and perplexities of the Jewish people today. Using the most recent revelations of archaeology, the series engages with Jewish art and architecture.The programme also looks at the challenge of modernity through the eyes and the words of Jewish women; poets and feminists, but also wives and mothers. (Part 1 of 5) (From the UK) (Documentary) (History) (Rpt) PG CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Monday October 10th, 2016
4:05 pm Wild West With Ray Mears - Great Plains - Internationally renowned bushcraft expert and survivalist, Ray Mears, explores how the awe-inspiring landscape of North America shaped the story of the Wild West. How did the mountain ranges, the Great Plains and the deserts challenge the westward push of the early pioneers? As Ray travels through each landscape, he discovers how extraordinary topography, extreme weather, wild animals and ecology presented both great opportunity and even greater challenges for Native Americans, mountain men, fur traders, wagon-masters, homesteaders, gold miners, lumberjacks, cowboys and lawmen of the Wild West. (Part 2 of 3) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) PG(A) CC
5:00 pm Backroads USA - Oregon Trail to the North West - The USA is famous for its huge and endless highways, symbols of the American Dream. In this series, these routes are the stars. But we will leave the main interstates behind and stick to those winding country routes each with their own character. These are routes laid out by people in pursuit of something: a better life, a vision, a dream. Each episode deals with a route that cuts through a vast stretch of the New World, sometimes linking several states, and running through small towns that have largely been left by the wayside. (S.1,Ep.3) (From France, in English) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC
5:30 pm Letters And Numbers - Two contestants pit their linguistic and numerical skills against each other and the clock in this entertaining quiz show. Join host Richard Morecroft along with maths whiz Lily Serna and wordsmith David Astle. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:00 pm Rachel Khoo's Cosmopolitan Cook - Istanbul - Croydon-born cook and food writer Rachel Khoo is back with a brand new series. Just a short plane hop from her London home Rachel uncovers a world of culinary inspiration. Immersing herself in different cultures and cuisines, she captures the special things she finds in her notebook and uses these gems of inspiration back in her London kitchen - cooking up a host of delicious new dishes for friends. In the first episode, Rachel immerses herself in the non-stop city of Istanbul. From the allure and tradition of the grand bazar to its coolest new quarter where she discovers what a new wave of chefs are doing with traditional Turkish fare. Back home Rachel cooks Butter and Soy Mackerel, Khoo Kebab and Turkish Coffee Creams. (Ep.1) (From the UK) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:30 pm SBS World News - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production)
7:30 pm 24 Hours In Emergency - First Impressions - 34-year-old mechanic Grant is rushed to A&E having been crushed against a brick wall by his own car while working on it. Doctors are concerned he has a serious pelvic injury and other internal injuries and work quickly to find out their severity. Meanwhile 44-year-old Doug is rushed to A&E with severe bleeding from his head. He has a rare incurable condition that has caused a growth on his head and face that is prone to profuse bleeding that could be life threatening. 23 year-old scaffolder Charlie has something in his eye and is treated in minors. He may be a tattooed cage-fighter, but Charlie isn’t quite how he first appears. (S.8 Ep.7) (From the UK) M(A,L) CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Monday October 10th, 2016
8:30 pm Skies Above Britain - Every day in Britain, 6,000 aircraft soar above our heads, ranging from passenger planes and cargo-laden airbuses, from air ambulances to rescue helicopters. Without our carefully choreographed airways, the world below would be stuck - quite literally, grounded. If things go wrong, the consequences are devastating. It's the job of a hidden army of men and women to keep our skies and all who fly in them safe, to uphold the daily miracle of flight. Yet most of us take this complex system for granted - with no idea of the extraordinary technical and aerial ballet that keeps Britain up in the air. Until now. (S.1 Ep.3) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) M CC
9:35 pm Richard Hammond's Wild Weather - Temperature, The Driving Force - In the final episode, Richard Hammond investigates the crucial role temperature plays in all weather. Richard sets off to find out about hot air with the help of a quarry and a massive hot plate discovers just why it is so hard to pull a sword out of snow. He discovers, by building his own massive dust storm just how sand from the Sahara bounces its way to the UK. In Canada Richard creates his own ice storm. He also drops in on Dan Morgan who creates lightning bolts in his lab, where Richard is able to see thunder and hear lightning with the aid of some special cameras, light bulbs and a few candles. (Part 3 of 3) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
10:40 pm SBS World News Late Edition - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production) CC
11:10 pm The World Game - Join the SBS football team for highlights and previews, plus the best action, news and exclusive interviews from around the football world. (An SBS Production) (Football/Soccer) CC
11:40 pm Modus - After long hesitation, Inger agrees to be part of the investigation. At the same time, she's trying to piece together the information provided by her daughters to understand how the murders might be related to one another. Rolf suspects that his husband is having an affair. (S.1 Ep.3) (From Sweden, in Swedish & English) (Drama Series) M(V,L) CC **New Triple Episodes**
12:35 am Modus - When Lennart Carlsson is taken in for questioning, Inger realises a connection between her private life and Carlsson. Her family may be more connected to the investigation than she thought. (S.1 Ep.4) (From Sweden, in Swedish & English) (Drama Series) M(V,L) CC **New Triple Episodes**
1:30 am Modus - Ingvar finds a trail that supports Inger Johanne’s theory about the motive for the murders. Inger Johanne remembers something from her time at FBI that seems to have something to do with the case; maybe the FBI can help her understand what? The bishop's son comes to Ingvar to share a suspicion. (S.1 Ep.5) (From Sweden, in Swedish) (Drama Series) M(A,V,L) CC **New Triple Episodes**
MOVIE: 2:25 am Crazy Racer - Follows the misadventures of Geng Hao, a former champion cyclist who is barred from competition for unknowingly failing a drug test. Now a bicycle courier, he must think on his feet when he stumbles into an elaborate plot involving drug traffickers, ruthless businessmen, a Thai kickboxer and far too many mistaken identities. Winner of the 2009 Golden Horse Award for Best Visual Effects. Directed by Ning Hao and stars Huang Bo, Jiu Kong and Rong Xiang. (From China, in Mandarin) (Comedy) (2009) (Rpt) M (V,L)
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Monday October 10th, 2016
4:20 am Room 101 - HG Nelson - Hosted by Paul McDermott, Room 101 is a comedy interview show, where celebrities come to try to persuade him to banish their pet hates into the ‘Room 101’ vault forever. Tonight, the hilarious HG Nelson joins host Paul McDermott to talk about his greatest fears and anxieties. The Logie award winning comedian, radio and television commentator reckons it’s great to finally have a show “that’s dedicated to hate”. HG goes into battle to convince Paul to rid his life of paper cuts, overpaid rock stars who don’t belong at footy games, the idea of ‘fourth place’, leaf blowers and the backyard game known at totem tennis. (S.1,Ep.2) (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) M(L) CC
4:50 am Breakfast Wine - In Ireland they say it takes just three alcoholics to keep a small bar running in a country town. But what if you've only got two? (From Ireland) (Short Film) (Drama) (2013) (Rpt) M(L) CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Tuesday October 11th, 2016
5:00 am CCTV English News - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV) in Beijing, the nation's largest national broadcasting network.
5:30 am NHK World English News - News from Japan's Broadcasting Corporation, NHK, delivering the latest in business, technology, health, environmental and world news, in English.
6:00 am France 24 English News - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events, in English.
6:30 am Deutsche Welle English News - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin, in English.
7:00 am Al Jazeera English News - News via satellite from Al Jazeera Satellite Network, Qatar, in English.
7:30 am Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
8:10 am Filipino News - News via satellite from ABS-CBN Manila, in Tagalog, no subtitles.
8:40 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
9:30 am Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
10:30 am German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
11:00 am Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Arabic News - News via satellite from DRTV Dubai, in Arabic, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Turkish News - News via satellite from TRT Turkey, in Turkish, no subtitles.
1:00 pm PBS Newshour - Reviews and analysis of the day's news presented by Gwen Ifill and Judy Woodruff for the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) in the United States.
2:00 pm Patrizio Buanne: The Italian Concert - Italian-born, Vienna-raised singer Patrizio Buanne recorded live in concert at the Arena Pula, Croatia. Songs include: Il Mondo, Amore Scusami, Volare, and A Man Without Love and many more. (From the US, in English and Italian, English subtitles) (Music) (Rpt) G CC
2:55 pm Portrait Of A City - Moscow - To this day there is something mysterious and magical about the city of Moscow, so long hidden from the eyes of the western world behind the Iron curtain. Yet the glorious treasures of such landmarks as St Basil's Cathedral still remain, as beautiful as ever, providing a glittering highlight in the portrait of this fascinating city. Moscow may have a character shaped by conflict, but it has nonetheless been preserved with a style that truly is all its own. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
3:25 pm SBS Flashback - In 1944, Stefania and her mother were transported first to Auschwitz and then to Bergen Belsen. Her mother perished in the concentration camp but Stefania survived the war and migrated to Australia in 1950. (An SBS Production) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Tuesday October 11th, 2016
3:35 pm Swallowed By A Sink Hole - What causes sinkholes? And is there anything we can do about them? In this geological detective story, Professor Iain Stewart unearths millions of years of the earth’s history as he searches for the answers. On 28 February 2013, in a quiet residential suburb east of Tampa, Florida, Jeff Bush was asleep in bed when he and his entire bedroom disappeared into an abyss. Terrifyingly, there was no warning and Jeff’s body has never been recovered. He had been swallowed by a sinkhole. In the last few years, terrifying sinkholes have opened up in places as far apart as China and Guatamala. But it is in Florida where the occurrence and the fear of sinkholes is greatest. In this fascinating programme, Professor Iain Stewart travels to Florida to reveal what sinkholes are and why they happen, what this underworld is really like and why some are deadly. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG CC
4:35 pm Caroline Quentin's National Parks - Snowdonia - This week Caroline Quentin is in the spectacular scenery of “Snowdonia National Park” in North Wales. Snowdonia is famed for its rugged mountain range and Caroline puts her body on the line when she volunteers to help the dog rescue team in a training exercise. In the annual “Race the Train” Caroline cheers on the competitors who are taking part in one of the most unusual races in Britain – a 10 kilometre race between determined hill runners and a charming old steam train. Caroline joins a dolphin research group who are monitoring the numbers of bottlenose dolphins off the coast of Snowdonia and eagerly scans the horizon for a sight of one of these most elusive of creatures. But amongst this stunning natural scenery it’s actually the people who impress Caroline the most. (Part 2 of 3) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
5:30 pm Letters And Numbers - Two contestants pit their linguistic and numerical skills against each other and the clock in this entertaining quiz show. Join host Richard Morecroft along with maths whiz Lily Serna and wordsmith David Astle. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:00 pm Rachel Khoo's Cosmopolitan Cook - Amalfi Coast - In this brand new series Rachel Khoo travels to some of the world's most beautiful and interesting destinations. Just a short plane hop from her London home Rachel uncovers a world of culinary inspiration. Immersing herself in different cultures and cuisines she records the special things she finds in her notebook and uses these gems of inspiration back in her London kitchen - cooking up a host of delicious new dishes for friends. This episode, Rachel heads to the stunning Italian Amalfi Coast. Exploring this beautiful and bountiful Coastline Rachel cooks family-style at a cliff-side restaurant; - and learns the secret to some delicious dishes with the very freshest local ingredients. Back home in London she makes - Rachel’s Panzanella, Speedy Courgette Spaghetti with Homemade Focaccia Buns and Lemon Lava Cake. (Ep.2) (From the UK) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:30 pm SBS World News - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production)
7:30 pm Who Do You Think You Are? - Rachel Griffiths - Actor Rachel Griffiths's journey into the past takes her back to the re-emergence of Judaism in 17th century England. She discovered that her eight-time grandfather was one of the best known Jewish capitalists in London - associated with the Royal Exchange, the Bank of England, and the British East India Company. But his business interests extended further afield, and Rachel learns he was engaged in the international slave trade. (S.8 Ep.5) (Commissioned by SBS) (Documentary Series) (Class. tba) CC **New Episode**
8:30 pm Insight - Australian current affairs forum, with lively debate and powerful first-person stories. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Tuesday October 11th, 2016
9:30 pm Dateline - A world of daring stories - Dateline is an award-winning current affairs program bringing you the unexpected from every corner of the globe. (An SBS Production) CC
10:00 pm SBS World News Late Edition - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production) CC
10:30 pm Italy 1992 - All main characters are faced with a major reboot in their lives: some have to take a step back to get started anew, whereas others suddenly get more than they had even dared to hope for. (S.1 Ep.5) (From Italy, in Italian) (Drama Series) MA(S,D) CC **New Episodes**
11:25 pm Italy 1992 - Luca gets close to Bibi’s projects for the powerful Mainaghi holding company. Leo undertakes a risky rise to power. In the background, the country is shaken by a new, devastating Mafia attack. (S.1 Ep.6) (From Italy, in Italian) (Drama Series) MA(S,D) **New Episodes**
MOVIE: 12:35 am Empire Of Silver - In 1899, Lord Kang must decide which of his three sons will take over his family's Chinese banking empire. When circumstances dictate that he appoint his unreliable youngest son, family bonds are pushed to the limit as father and son clash in a climate of political turmoil. Winner of the Special Jury Award at the 2009 Shanghai International Film Festival. Directed by Christina Yao and stars Aaron Kwok, Zhang Tielin and Hao Lei. (From China, in Mandarin) (Drama) (2009) (Rpt) MA(V) CC
2:35 am 24 Hours In Police Custody - Human Traffic - This documentary series provides a unique insight into the challenges facing the police in the 21st century. Filmed using a combination of fixed and handheld cameras, the program follows the officers of the Bedfordshire Police as they go about their daily work. This episode follows an investigation into suspected human trafficking. DC Tom Stean says that human trafficking is getting worse and worse, and he believes the town of Luton is a magnet. (S.1,Ep.5) (From the UK) Documentary Series) (Rpt) M(L) CC
3:30 am One Born Every Minute - This episode, wedding plans are hatched in the birthing pool, a couple face their fears in theatre and a Naval officer is all at sea with the arrival of his first baby. First time mum, Lucy admits she's afraid of everything from roller coasters to sewing needles so the thought of giving birth is completely terrifying. Meanwhile, Dianne is understandably concerned about giving birth as the last time she was in labour there were serious complications. (S.5,Ep.2) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) M(A,L) CC
4:25 am Food Lovers' Guide To Australia - Maeve O'Meara and Joanna Savill continue to explore the best food and produce around. In this episode, growing and preparing vegetables; a gingerbread house in the Blue Mountains; crunchy heritage apples; and cooking with Hungarian legend Edith Szabo. (An SBS Production) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Wednesday October 12th, 2016
5:00 am CCTV English News - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV) in Beijing, the nation's largest national broadcasting network.
5:30 am NHK World English News - News from Japan's Broadcasting Corporation, NHK, delivering the latest in business, technology, health, environmental and world news, in English.
6:00 am France 24 English News - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events, in English.
6:30 am Deutsche Welle English News - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin, in English.
7:00 am Al Jazeera English News - News via satellite from Al Jazeera Satellite Network, Qatar, in English.
7:30 am Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
8:10 am Filipino News - News via satellite from ABS-CBN Manila, in Tagalog, no subtitles.
8:40 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
9:30 am Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
10:30 am German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
11:00 am Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Arabic News - News via satellite from DRTV Dubai, in Arabic, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Turkish News - News via satellite from TRT Turkey, in Turkish, no subtitles.
1:00 pm PBS Newshour - Reviews and analysis of the day's news presented by Gwen Ifill and Judy Woodruff for the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) in the United States.
2:00 pm Brits Who Built The Modern World - The Politics Of Power - This third episode focuses on the period from the late 90s to the present day, when they were at the peak of their success - building iconic landmarks across Britain and the world - but also faced some of the biggest controversies of their careers. Rogers reveals what went wrong with the Millennium Dome, Foster recalls the wobbles of London’s Millennium Bridge, and Michael Hopkins explains how his new parliamentary building (Portcullis House) became the most expensive office block in Britain. Also featured are the stories behind some of Britain’s most popular modern architecture - Nicholas Grimshaw’s Eden Project and Foster’s ‘Gherkin’; and a look at this generation’s success overseas, including Terry Farrell’s success in China. (Part 3 of 3) (From the UK) (Documentary/Architecture) (Rpt) G CC
3:00 pm Dateline - A world of daring stories - Dateline is an award-winning current affairs program bringing you the unexpected from every corner of the globe. (An SBS Production) CC
3:30 pm Insight - Australian current affairs forum, with lively debate and powerful first-person stories. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Wednesday October 12th, 2016
4:30 pm Wild Arabia - The Jewel of Arabia - In a remote corner of southern Arabia one mountain range holds a remarkable secret. Swept by the annual Indian Ocean monsoon the Dhofar mountains become a magical lost world of waterfalls and cloud forests filled with chameleons and honey-badgers. Off-shore rare whales have not bred with any others for over 60 thousand years and green sea turtles come ashore in their thousands, shadowed by egg-stealing foxes. Heat-seeking cameras reveal, for the first time ever, striped hyenas doing battle with Arabian wolves. While local researchers come face to face with the incredibly rare Arabian leopard. (Part 2 of 3) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
5:30 pm Letters And Numbers - Two contestants pit their linguistic and numerical skills against each other and the clock in this entertaining quiz show. Join host Richard Morecroft along with maths whiz Lily Serna and wordsmith David Astle. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:00 pm Rachel Khoo's Cosmopolitan Cook - Costa Brava - Rachel visits the rugged and romantic Catalonian coastline and explores its coves to uncover some local foodie secrets. Back Home she makes Burnt Leek Parcels with a Romesco Sauce, Seafood Paella Nests and Honey Roasted Peach Crème Catalan. (Ep.3) (From the UK) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:30 pm SBS World News - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production)
7:30 pm Great American Railroad Journeys - Manassas to Jamestown - Michael Portillo arrives in Manassas, Virginia, scene of two crucial battles during the American Civil War. In Fredericksburg, he tries bottling bourbon corn whiskey and learns how it became the nation's spirit. In Richmond, the ex-politician enjoys a tour of the Virginia state Capitol building, where he hears of the dilemma faced by one of its most famous sons, General Robert E Lee, before donning his dancing shoes for a Cotillion ball. Michael ends his journey in Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in North America. (S.1 Ep.8) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Final) G CC **Final Episode**
8:30 pm Deep Water - Reeling with guilt, Nick and Tori investigate the death of Toohey and his past links to the Pointers gang. Tori questions the last person to see Toohey alive - his lawyer, Simon Mawbrey (Simon Burke). (Part 3 of 4) (Commissioned by SBS) (Drama Series) (Class. tba) CC **New Episode**
9:30 pm 24 Hours In Emergency - Bouncing Back - The RTS award-winning documentary series continues from its new home, St George’s in south west London, which has one of the most advanced and busiest emergency departments in the UK. In this episode, the team at St George’s treat patients who've injured themselves through work or play. (S.6,Ep.5) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) M(A) CC
10:30 pm SBS World News Late Edition - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production) CC
11:00 pm The Five - Mark persuades Pru to help him find Simon’s dad, but is shocked when he realises that Kenton might be hiding a dark secret of his own. Danny and Ally are perplexed when they find another body. Could it be Jesse? (S.1 Ep.4) (From the UK) (Drama Series) M(V) CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Wednesday October 12th, 2016
MOVIE: 11:55 pm Child's Pose - 60-year-old Cornelia leads a life of privilege, social power and material wealth, but life is not perfect. More than anything in the world, she longs for her adult son Barbu to reciprocate her affections. But the pair barely speak, something the domineering Cornelia blames on Barbu’s live-in girlfriend. The balance of power irrevocably shifts one evening when Barbu is involved in a tragic car accident and runs down a child on a highway. Cornelia is thrust back into his life and, seeing her chance to regain control, she commences a frighteningly well-orchestrated campaign to save her son from prison. (From Romania, in Romanian) (Movie) (Drama) (2013) (Rpt) M(A)
MOVIE: 1:55 am Air Doll - Middle-aged Hideo lives an ordinary life - except for the fact that his live-in lover is actually an inflatable doll he calls Nozomi. Hideo treats Nozomi as a real woman and they live together in Hideo’s imagined domestic bliss. But when the doll develops human consciousness, she falls for another man. Nominated for the Gold Hugo for Best Feature at the 2009 Chicago International Film Festival. Directed by Hirokazu Koreeda and stars Itsuji Itao, Doona Bae and Arata. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Drama) (2009) (Rpt) MA (S)
4:00 am Food Lovers' Guide To Australia - Maeve O'Meara and Joanna Savill continue to explore the best food and produce around. In this episode, the fishermen of Ceduna; cake decorating with Amanda Way; the dancing ginger growers of Sunshine Beach; two country chefs in Cowra; and some of our newest citizens - Africans in Alice Springs. (An SBS Production) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
4:35 am Gourmet Farmer Afloat Bitesize - Some of your favourite moments and recipes so far from Matthew Evans’s brand new series which sees he, Nick Haddow and Ross O’Meara take to the sea to discover Australia’s fascinating history and amazing bounty while having the time of their lives. (Commissioned by SBS) (Food) G CC
4:45 am Safe - A woman working as a cashier at an illegal gambling parlor pushes her luck by stealing money from gamblers as a way to pay off her own debts. When one gambler realises he’s been cheated, he returns with murderous intent and the already dismal situation spirals out of control. (From South Korea, in Korean) (Rpt) M(V)
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Thursday October 13th, 2016
5:00 am CCTV English News - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV) in Beijing, the nation's largest national broadcasting network.
5:30 am NHK World English News - News from Japan's Broadcasting Corporation, NHK, delivering the latest in business, technology, health, environmental and world news, in English.
6:00 am France 24 English News - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events, in English.
6:30 am Deutsche Welle English News - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin, in English.
7:00 am Al Jazeera English News - News via satellite from Al Jazeera Satellite Network, Qatar, in English.
7:30 am Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
8:10 am Filipino News - News via satellite from ABS-CBN Manila, in Tagalog, no subtitles.
8:40 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
9:30 am Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
10:30 am German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
11:00 am Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Arabic News - News via satellite from DRTV Dubai, in Arabic, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Turkish News - News via satellite from TRT Turkey, in Turkish, no subtitles.
1:00 pm PBS Newshour - Reviews and analysis of the day's news presented by Gwen Ifill and Judy Woodruff for the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) in the United States.
2:00 pm Contact - Alex Majoli: Iraq - Series explores work from iconic agency Magnum. This episode looks at the work of Italian photographer, Alex Majoli, who photographed the Iraq war in 2003. (From Italy, in English) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG CC
2:30 pm Big Art - Bibles and Bullets - UAP’s work with indigenous artists has seen some extraordinary artworks come to life, but expressing in Big Art the dark history of Post Colonial Australia’s occupation by Europeans becomes an even greater challenge when secret messages are being woven into the very material of the artwork itself. (Ep.2) (Australia) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) PG CC
3:00 pm SBS Flashback - Lee Lin Chin takes a nostalgic journey through the SBS archives highlighting some of the best music shows SBS has produced. (From Australia) (Short) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Thursday October 13th, 2016
3:05 pm Tales From The Bush Larder - Prawns - This series takes viewers on a tour of Kenya and her more unusual and unknown gastronomic delights. Hosted by Kiran Jethwa, a Kenyan born and internationally trained chef, has returned from a global gastronomic education to settle in the country he loves, Kenya. In this series, Kiran travels the length and breadth of Kenya to source rare and highly prized ingredients, primarily in the "bush larder", meeting diverse people from many different tribal backgrounds and exploring landscapes ranging from the highlands of Mount Kenya to the Lamu archipelago. (From the Netherlands, in English and Swahili) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
3:35 pm Italian Americans - The American Dream (1945 to Present Day) - In postwar America, Italian Americans seem finally to have arrived. They move to the suburbs, attend college and enter the middle-class. Italian American crooners define American cool, with Frank Sinatra leading the pack. But even as he skyrockets to fame, he is haunted by accusations of Mafia ties, an albatross Sinatra cannot escape from. Can Italian Americans ever fit into 1950s America, or will the spectre of organised crime always bring them down? Popular media reinforces the negative stereotypes at the same time that Italian Americans are achieving success. In the present day, have Italian Americans finally shed the old stereotypes and become fully accepted in America? (From the US) (Documentary Series) (Part 4 of 4) (Rpt) PG CC
4:35 pm The British - Treasure Islands - The British is an epic adventure through the ages. This gripping seven-part series is about the history of the British Isles from Stonehenge to World War Two, the Roman occupation to the discovery of penicillin. Through dramatic reconstruction, the series showcases Britain’s change and evolvement through time, woven together with stunning documentary footage from across the British Isles. Tonight's premiere episode looks back at 58 AD, with the arrival of a 10,000-strong Roman army changed England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland for ever. How did this historic moment effect the achievements of early Britons? What social structures held sway before the invasion and who built Stonehenge and for what purpose? (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG(V) CC
5:30 pm Letters And Numbers - Two contestants pit their linguistic and numerical skills against each other and the clock in this entertaining quiz show. Join host Richard Morecroft along with maths whiz Lily Serna and wordsmith David Astle. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:00 pm Rachel Khoo's Cosmopolitan Cook - Provence - Rachel takes in the rural beauty of Provence as she explores the mountain towns and olive groves to be inspired by some passionate food producers. Back home she makes Baked Goats Cheese Cigars with a Melon Radish and Cucumber Slaw, Provencal Roast Chicken with Roasted Fennel & Haricot Blanc Salad. (Ep.4) (From the UK) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:30 pm SBS World News - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production)
7:30 pm Favourite Foods: Are They Good For You? - Professor Alice Roberts discovers which foods are Britain's most popular, and uses the latest science to uncover their suprising health benefits. But what do we know about these favourite foods? How good are they for us, and are we getting the best from them? Could they actually make us feel and look better? Professor Alice Roberts travels across the country to track down the very latest scientific information, revealing the definitive guide to the foods Britons love. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Class. tba) CC **Premiere**
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Thursday October 13th, 2016
8:30 pm Deep Water - With Oscar (Jeremy Lindsay Taylor) surviving a brutal attack, Nick (Noah Taylor) and Tori (Yael Stone) desperately reach back into the past and discover a vital lead previously masked by some very dodgy detective work. (Part 4 of 4) (Commissioned by SBS) (Drama Series) (Class. tba) CC **Final Episode**
9:35 pm Death Row - Douglas Feldmann - On 24 August 1998, Douglas Feldman, then 40, was driving his Harley-Davidson in Plano when an 18-wheel truck passed him and suddenly pulled into his lane. Feldman then took out a 9mm pistol and fired several shots at the driver, killing him. Half an hour later, he drove into a gas station and shot another truck driver. Investigators could not establish a motive for the slayings. At his trial, Feldman testified that the first truck came so close that he feared for his life and became angry. While facing the death penalty, internationally renowned filmmaker Werner Herzog meets with Douglas to tal k about his perspective on life and death. (S.2,Ep.3) (From Germany, in English) (Rpt) M(A) CC
10:35 pm SBS World News Late Edition - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production) CC
11:05 pm Confessions Of A Male Stripper - Male stripping is booming in the UK. Every weekend in most major cities, women are paying to see men get naked. The Dreamboys is the biggest male stripping agency of them all and ex-stripper David Richards is in charge. He claims to know what women want, and is prepared to do whatever it takes to give it to them. David is on the search for some 'fresh meat' to join his London troupe and meets the men that come forward to auditions. Who are they, why are they doing it and what impact is it having on their life? Like never before, this First Cut film lifts the lid on this exotic world of sex, fantasy and temptation and shines a light on the private lives of the men whose job it is to bare all. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) M(S,N,L) CC
MOVIE: 12:00 am Everything Will Be Fine - Jacob Falk, a stressed out scriptwriter, stumbles upon photographs of prisoners of war being tortured by Danish soldiers. Suspecting a political conspiracy, Falk begins a frenetic chase to reveal the mystery behind the photos, which leads him to discover a truth more disturbing than he imagined. Nominated for nine Danish Robert Awards in 2011. Directed by Christoffer Boe and stars Jens Albinus, Igor Radosavljevic and Marijana Jankovic. (From Denmark, in Danish) (Thriller) (2010) (Rpt) M(A,L,V) CC
1:45 am Restaurant Man - The Bell Inn - The brand new series follows people who pack in their day jobs to follow their dreams of starting a restaurant. Advice is on hand from successful restaurateur Russell Norman who helps to get these new businesses in the crucial early months. In the first episode, Russell is helping a couple who, after only one year of dating, have sunk all of their savings into a rundown boozer in Gloucestershire. It's either the admirable pursuit of a dream or a roller-coaster ride of blind faith over sanity. With pubs closing at the rate of 26 per week, the latter seems more likely. Russell Norman comes to the rescue with some badly needed no-nonsense advice about this most perilous of restaurant incarnations, the gastro pub. (Ep.1) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG CC
2:55 am Who Do You Think You Are? - Barbara Windsor - From Carry On films to Eastenders, Barbara Windsor is one of the most glamorous denizens of the East End of London. Yet although she was born and brought up there, she knew very little about her true heritage - partly because her mother 'thought she was better than she was'. Consequently, Barbara wanted to know more about her East End roots. (From the UK, in English) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) PG CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Thursday October 13th, 2016
4:00 am Monster Moves - Big Bomber - The sixth series of Monster Moves follows the high risk job of relocating the world’s biggest packages. A team of British engineers attempts to move a historic Canberra jet bomber over 400km from Coventry to Newquay, Cornwall, for a private collector. The vintage aircraft is in no condition to fly and consequently must travel by truck. Too large to be moved in one piece, the Canberra must be dismantled and reassembled at its destination. (From the US) (Factual Entertainment) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Friday October 14th, 2016
5:00 am CCTV English News - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV) in Beijing, the nation's largest national broadcasting network.
5:30 am NHK World English News - News from Japan's Broadcasting Corporation, NHK, delivering the latest in business, technology, health, environmental and world news, in English.
6:00 am France 24 English News - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events, in English.
6:30 am Deutsche Welle English News - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin, in English.
7:00 am Al Jazeera English News - News via satellite from Al Jazeera Satellite Network, Qatar, in English.
7:30 am Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
8:10 am Filipino News - News via satellite from ABS-CBN Manila, in Tagalog, no subtitles.
8:40 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
9:30 am Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
10:30 am German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
11:00 am Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Arabic News - News via satellite from DRTV Dubai, in Arabic, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Turkish News - News via satellite from TRT Turkey, in Turkish, no subtitles.
1:00 pm PBS Newshour - Reviews and analysis of the day's news presented by Gwen Ifill and Judy Woodruff for the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) in the United States.
2:00 pm Colour Theory - Clive And Julie Freeman - The spectacular coastline of Wreck Bay, on the south coast of NSW, is the galamban or 'home country' of artists Julie Freeman and her son Clive, for whom 'Aboriginality is about reading country'. (S.3 Ep.1) (From Australia) (Arts) (Class. tba) CC
2:30 pm Colour Theory - Karla Dickens - For Wiradjuri artist Karla Dickens, art is a source of healing and redemption. From her sanctuary in the hinterlands of northern NSW, Karla discovers treasure in the trash of a modern world. (S.3 Ep.2) (From Australia) (Arts) (Class. tba) CC
3:00 pm The Point Review - NITV National News features the rich diversity of contemporary life within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, broadening and redefining the news and current affairs landscape. (An NITV Production)
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Friday October 14th, 2016
3:30 pm Heston's In Search Of Perfection - Risotto - Culinary alchemist Heston Blumenthal recreates favourite dishes. To make a perfect risotto, he visits two Italian chefs: one uses gold leaf and saffron, the other instant coffee and anchovies. Visiting Italian rice producers, he learns the importance of ageing the rice in barrels. The simplicity of the dish is almost Heston's undoing as he struggles to come up with a twist, before realising that his risotto should be flavoured with rice. (S.2,Ep.7) (From the UK) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
4:00 pm Heston's In Search Of Perfection - Trifle - Culinary alchemist Heston Blumenthal makes his version of the common English trifle. Unimpressed by an instant trifle kit, Heston meets with food historian Ivan Day. Together they milk a cow into a bowl of cider in an attempt to recreate the trifles of yore. A trip to Spain secures the perfect sherry and gives Heston the idea to use black olives. Food scientist Jon Prinz uses a tampon to teach Heston what makes custard taste creamy, and Heston makes his own hundreds and thousands. (S.2,Rp.8) (From the UK) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
4:30 pm Who Do You Think You Are? - Chris Moyles - Known for his outspoken views, Radio 1 DJ Chris Moyles finds himself unexpectedly emotional as he goes back to his Irish roots. Chris is proud of his northern background but he has always felt that his heart lies in Ireland. Chris's mother originates from Dublin and his Leeds-born father's family roots are in Ballina, West Ireland. Chris knows little about his Irish ancestry and is keen to explore the history on both sides of his family. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) PG CC
5:30 pm Letters And Numbers - Two contestants pit their linguistic and numerical skills against each other and the clock in this entertaining quiz show. Join host Richard Morecroft along with maths whiz Lily Serna and wordsmith David Astle. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:00 pm Rachel Khoo's Cosmopolitan Cook - Stockholm - Rachel takes in the cool of Sweden’s capital to discover why Scandinavian food is so fashionable right now and is inspired by some traditional Swedish baking. Back home Rachel bakes Savoury Swedish Buns, Venison with Celeriac Puree & Pickled Blackberries and a Lingonberry and Raspberry Mazarin Tart. (From the UK) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:30 pm SBS World News - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production)
7:35 pm The Private Lives Of The Tudors - Henry VIII The Tyrant King - Join historian Tracy Borman as she shares the intimate details of Henry VIII's later life, from his interests and clothing to the accidents he endured. (Part 2 of 3) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) PG CC
MOVIE: 8:30 pm 12 Years A Slave - In the years before the Civil War, Solomon Northup (Chiwetel Ejiofor), a free Black man from upstate New York, is kidnapped and sold into slavery in the South. Subjected to the cruelty of one malevolent owner (Michael Fassbender), he also finds unexpected kindess from another, as he struggles to survive and maintain some of his dignity. In the 12th year of the disheartening ordeal, a chance meeting with an abolitionist from Canada changes Solomon's life forever. Directed by Steve McQueen. Stars Lupita Nyong'o. (From the US) (Movie) (Drama) (2013) MA(A,V) CC
10:55 pm SBS World News Late Edition - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production) CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Friday October 14th, 2016
MOVIE: 11:30 pm A Royal Affair - A young queen, who is married to an insane king, falls secretly in love with her physician - and together they start a revolution that changes a nation forever. (From Denmark, in Danish) (Movie) (Drama (2012) (Rpt) M(A,V,S) CC
1:55 am The Bridge - Saga and Martin face a complex puzzle. When someone threatens to blow up a chemical plant, it turns out the attack was controlled remotely, and that the same group as before is responsible. They collect all the clues and find a common denominator, confining the perpetrator to a specific area. But is there a single perpetrator or several? And what is the motive? Saga starts to realize being a girlfriend and living with someone is harder than she thought. Martin has secretly been prying into Saga’s past, something he maybe shouldn’t have done. (From Denmark, in Swedish & Danish) (Drama Series) (Rpt) M(S,N,A,L) CC
3:05 am The Bridge - Saga and Martin re-interview witnesses in the case, and suspect someone within their own group has been doctoring information in their reports. But they need to gather more evidence before they can be sure. Laura, the key witness, regains consciousness and, despite feeling exhausted, finally manages to help piece together a composite sketch of the perpetrator. Martin visits Jens in prison yet again. Will Martin ever achieve what he aims to with Jens? Meanwhile, Saga tries to find a solution to her co- habitation problem, a solution that's hardly to Jacob's liking. (From Denmark, in Swedish & Danish) (Rpt) M(N,D,A) CC
4:15 am Food Lovers' Guide To Australia - Maeve O'Meara and Joanna Savill continue to explore the best food and produce around. In this episode, a visit to a native Australian rainforest to look for bunya nuts; fruit gelato from Pompei's Gelateria; the low-down on happy hens and their eggs; and an all-American Thanksgiving feast. (An SBS Production) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
4:50 am SBS Flashback - Children and their mothers were forcibly separated by a policy that designed to eliminate the aboriginal race. It took years for the government to acknowledge the wrongdoing and hurt caused. In 2008 Prime Minister Kevin Rudd delivered a historic apology speech to the stolen generations. (An SBS Production) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Saturday October 15th, 2016
5:00 am CCTV English News - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV) in Beijing, the nation's largest national broadcasting network.
5:30 am NHK World English News - News from Japan's Broadcasting Corporation, NHK, delivering the latest in business, technology, health, environmental and world news, in English.
6:00 am France 24 English News - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events, in English.
6:30 am Deutsche Welle English News - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin, in English.
7:00 am Al Jazeera English News - News via satellite from Al Jazeera Satellite Network, Qatar, in English.
7:30 am Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
8:10 am Filipino News - News via satellite from ABS-CBN Manila, in Tagalog, no subtitles.
8:40 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
9:30 am Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
10:30 am German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
11:00 am Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Arabic News - News via satellite from DRTV Dubai, in Arabic, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Turkish News - News via satellite from TRT Turkey, in Turkish, no subtitles.
1:00 pm PBS Newshour - Reviews and analysis of the day's news presented by Gwen Ifill and Judy Woodruff for the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) in the United States.
2:00 pm Small Business Secrets - This episode explores how small businesses are tapping into the digital age to make big bucks: from an Indian wedding planner blogger who turned her blog into a business; to yoga with Hom Yoga, who are expanding internationally thanks to the web. Ricardo also explores how the Pokemon Go frenzy is boosting small business sales, and takes some snaps with Kiren Photography, teaching small businesses about how to use social media profiles to market their brand. (S.1 Ep.11) (An SBS Production) (Documentary Series) (Class. tba) CC **Encore**
2:30 pm Cats Uncovered - The Lion In Your Lap - The second episode of this unique scientific study reveals the wild side of pet cats. Using GPS trackers and cat cameras, they show how these felines transform from pampered pet to purring predator as soon as they leave the cat flap. Liz Bonnin and some of the world's top cat experts put Ozzy and Smudge under surveillance to find out who is king of the street and reveal why, no matter how hard we try, we can't keep our cats' hunting instincts under control. (Part 2 of 3) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Saturday October 15th, 2016
3:30 pm The Classic Car Show - The best of the first series of The Classic Car Show includes the Jaguar E type as the ultimate classic that everybody wants to own. Alex Riley’s surprisingly sexy Porsche 928 makes it to the top of the affordable classics list and we join Ben Collins again for that stunning drive in the Aston Martin DB 2/4. Jennifer Saunders convinces us once more that the Fiat 500 really is the perfect small classic and Jodie cheats death in a pre-war Bugatti on the dangerous banking at the Montlhery circuit. (Final) (S.1,Ep.13) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) PG CC
4:25 pm Greeks, Romans, Vikings - Greeks: The Founders Of Europe - This series questions the myths and unravels age-old clichés about these ancient cultures. This premiere episode examines ancient Greece, the cradle of modern Europe. Around 3000 years ago, the cultural foundations of western civilisation were laid right here, on the shores of the Mediterranean. It’s the birthplace of democracy, where great thinkers forged the beginnings of scientific reasoning, where theatre was turned into mass entertainment, and where the Olympic Games began. Imaginative animation, stunning visuals and an entertaining narrative combine in an extraordinary exploration of Greece and the rise of an ancient super-power that would leave a permanent mark on western society. (Part 1 of 3) (From Germany, in German & Greek) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG CC
5:25 pm Who Do You Think You Are? - Hugh Quarshie - Actor Hugh Quarshie was born in Accra, Ghana, but moved to Britain with his parents as a small child. Hugh knows there is Dutch ancestry in his family but doesn't know where that bloodline began. He starts by travelling to Ghana to find out more about this mixed heritage, and finds his great-aunt was half-Dutch. Afterwards, Hugh travels to the Netherlands to find out if he can go any further with the Dutch side of his family. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:30 pm SBS World News - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production)
7:30 pm Secrets Of The White House - The White House is probably the most famous building in the world: a living symbol, an icon of democracy, and home to one of the most powerful people on Earth. It's where the president of the United States of America charts the course for the country, and where a family lives in the national spotlight. As the iconic monument reaches 200 years of history, this documentary celebrates through the stories of the First Families who have called it home, and through the recollections of workers, historians and members of the press who have spent time within the illustrious building. Standing at the epicentre of global politics, in the heart of the nation's capital, the story of the White House is the story of America itself. (Part 1 of 2) (From the US) (Documentary Series) (Class. tba) CC **Premiere**
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Saturday October 15th, 2016 EASTERN STATES (NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS)
MOVIE: 8:35 pm The Intouchables - After he becomes a quadriplegic from a paragliding accident, a millionaire aristocrat hires a young African man from the projects to be his caregiver. Nominated for a 2013 Golden Globe for Best Foreign Language Film. Directed by Olivier Nakache and Eric Toledano, and stars François Cluzet, Omar Sy and Anne Le Ny. (From France, in French) (Drama) (2011) (Rpt) M(L,D)
10:35 pm Rockwiz - Amanda Palmer & Hugo Race - Rock music's most famous faces continue to mix it with the best local trivia buffs. Host Julia Zemiro asks the questions and Brian Nankervis adjudicates over the mayhem. A special guest performer this week is New York-born singer-songwriter, musician and actor Amanda Palmer, who joins the show to perform with her trusty ukulele. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG CC
11:30 pm Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands - Skye: Against The Odds - On the final grand tour of the series, Paul Murton goes over the sea to Skye to visit the home of celebrated writer and naturalist Gavin Maxwell, before scaling the famous Cuillin mountain, Am Bastier. On the nearby Isle of Raasay he learns about ‘Calum's Road’ - the amazing true story of the determined crofter, Calum Macleod, who singlehandedly built a road to connect his isolated community. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC (Final)
12:00 am Grand Tours Of Scotland - Life at the End of the Earth - In this first episode, Paul is travelling to the beautiful islands of Eriskay, Barra and Vatersay which are famed for their white sandy beaches and stunning scenery. He discovers that Barra’s tiny airport, set amongst the sand dunes, is the only place in the world where scheduled flights land on the beach, braves the Atlantic swells to go lobster fishing with local fishermen and ends his journey at spectacular Barra Head which has been uninhabited for more than a hundred years. (Part 1 of 6) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
12:30 am Premier League: Manchester City V Everton Live - SBS football reporter Lucy Zelic and SBS football analyst and former Crystal Palace player Craig Foster will host live coverage as Manchester City take on Everton at Etihad Stadium in Manchester, UK. (Football/Soccer) **Live**
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Saturday October 15th, 2016 SOUTH AUSTRALIA
MOVIE: 8:35 pm The Intouchables - After he becomes a quadriplegic from a paragliding accident, a millionaire aristocrat hires a young African man from the projects to be his caregiver. Nominated for a 2013 Golden Globe for Best Foreign Language Film. Directed by Olivier Nakache and Eric Toledano, and stars François Cluzet, Omar Sy and Anne Le Ny. (From France, in French) (Drama) (2011) (Rpt) M(L,D)
10:35 pm Rockwiz - Amanda Palmer & Hugo Race - Rock music's most famous faces continue to mix it with the best local trivia buffs. Host Julia Zemiro asks the questions and Brian Nankervis adjudicates over the mayhem. A special guest performer this week is New York-born singer-songwriter, musician and actor Amanda Palmer, who joins the show to perform with her trusty ukulele. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG CC
11:30 pm Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands - Skye: Against The Odds - On the final grand tour of the series, Paul Murton goes over the sea to Skye to visit the home of celebrated writer and naturalist Gavin Maxwell, before scaling the famous Cuillin mountain, Am Bastier. On the nearby Isle of Raasay he learns about ‘Calum's Road’ - the amazing true story of the determined crofter, Calum Macleod, who singlehandedly built a road to connect his isolated community. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC (Final)
12:00 am Premier League: Manchester City V Everton Live - SBS football reporter Lucy Zelic and SBS football analyst and former Crystal Palace player Craig Foster will host live coverage as Manchester City take on Everton at Etihad Stadium in Manchester, UK. (Football/Soccer) **Live**
2:45 am Grand Tours Of Scotland - Life at the End of the Earth - In this first episode, Paul is travelling to the beautiful islands of Eriskay, Barra and Vatersay which are famed for their white sandy beaches and stunning scenery. He discovers that Barra’s tiny airport, set amongst the sand dunes, is the only place in the world where scheduled flights land on the beach, braves the Atlantic swells to go lobster fishing with local fishermen and ends his journey at spectacular Barra Head which has been uninhabited for more than a hundred years. (Part 1 of 6) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Saturday October 15th, 2016 QUEENSLAND
MOVIE: 8:35 pm The Intouchables - After he becomes a quadriplegic from a paragliding accident, a millionaire aristocrat hires a young African man from the projects to be his caregiver. Nominated for a 2013 Golden Globe for Best Foreign Language Film. Directed by Olivier Nakache and Eric Toledano, and stars François Cluzet, Omar Sy and Anne Le Ny. (From France, in French) (Drama) (2011) (Rpt) M(L,D)
10:35 pm Rockwiz - Amanda Palmer & Hugo Race - Rock music's most famous faces continue to mix it with the best local trivia buffs. Host Julia Zemiro asks the questions and Brian Nankervis adjudicates over the mayhem. A special guest performer this week is New York-born singer-songwriter, musician and actor Amanda Palmer, who joins the show to perform with her trusty ukulele. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG CC
11:30 pm Premier League: Manchester City V Everton Live - SBS football reporter Lucy Zelic and SBS football analyst and former Crystal Palace player Craig Foster will host live coverage as Manchester City take on Everton at Etihad Stadium in Manchester, UK. (Football/Soccer) **Live**
2:15 am Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands - Skye: Against The Odds - On the final grand tour of the series, Paul Murton goes over the sea to Skye to visit the home of celebrated writer and naturalist Gavin Maxwell, before scaling the famous Cuillin mountain, Am Bastier. On the nearby Isle of Raasay he learns about ‘Calum's Road’ - the amazing true story of the determined crofter, Calum Macleod, who singlehandedly built a road to connect his isolated community. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC (Final)
2:45 am Grand Tours Of Scotland - Life at the End of the Earth - In this first episode, Paul is travelling to the beautiful islands of Eriskay, Barra and Vatersay which are famed for their white sandy beaches and stunning scenery. He discovers that Barra’s tiny airport, set amongst the sand dunes, is the only place in the world where scheduled flights land on the beach, braves the Atlantic swells to go lobster fishing with local fishermen and ends his journey at spectacular Barra Head which has been uninhabited for more than a hundred years. (Part 1 of 6) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Saturday October 15th, 2016 NORTHERN TERRITORY
MOVIE: 8:30 pm The Intouchables - After he becomes a quadriplegic from a paragliding accident, a millionaire aristocrat hires a young African man from the projects to be his caregiver. Nominated for a 2013 Golden Globe for Best Foreign Language Film. Directed by Olivier Nakache and Eric Toledano, and stars François Cluzet, Omar Sy and Anne Le Ny. (From France, in French) (Drama) (2011) (Rpt) M(L,D)
10:35 pm Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands - Skye: Against The Odds - On the final grand tour of the series, Paul Murton goes over the sea to Skye to visit the home of celebrated writer and naturalist Gavin Maxwell, before scaling the famous Cuillin mountain, Am Bastier. On the nearby Isle of Raasay he learns about ‘Calum's Road’ - the amazing true story of the determined crofter, Calum Macleod, who singlehandedly built a road to connect his isolated community. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC (Final)
11:00 pm Premier League: Manchester City V Everton Live - SBS football reporter Lucy Zelic and SBS football analyst and former Crystal Palace player Craig Foster will host live coverage as Manchester City take on Everton at Etihad Stadium in Manchester, UK. (Football/Soccer) **Live**
1:45 am Rockwiz - Amanda Palmer & Hugo Race - Rock music's most famous faces continue to mix it with the best local trivia buffs. Host Julia Zemiro asks the questions and Brian Nankervis adjudicates over the mayhem. A special guest performer this week is New York-born singer-songwriter, musician and actor Amanda Palmer, who joins the show to perform with her trusty ukulele. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG CC
2:40 am Grand Tours Of Scotland - Life at the End of the Earth - In this first episode, Paul is travelling to the beautiful islands of Eriskay, Barra and Vatersay which are famed for their white sandy beaches and stunning scenery. He discovers that Barra’s tiny airport, set amongst the sand dunes, is the only place in the world where scheduled flights land on the beach, braves the Atlantic swells to go lobster fishing with local fishermen and ends his journey at spectacular Barra Head which has been uninhabited for more than a hundred years. (Part 1 of 6) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
3:10 am Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize - Some of your favourite moments and recipes from Adam Liaw's culinary and cultural journey through Australia and New Zealand. (Commissioned by SBS) (Short) (Rpt) G
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Saturday October 15th, 2016 WESTERN AUSTRALIA
8:35 pm Rockwiz - Amanda Palmer & Hugo Race - Rock music's most famous faces continue to mix it with the best local trivia buffs. Host Julia Zemiro asks the questions and Brian Nankervis adjudicates over the mayhem. A special guest performer this week is New York-born singer-songwriter, musician and actor Amanda Palmer, who joins the show to perform with her trusty ukulele. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG CC
9:30 pm Premier League: Manchester City V Everton Live - SBS football reporter Lucy Zelic and SBS football analyst and former Crystal Palace player Craig Foster will host live coverage as Manchester City take on Everton at Etihad Stadium in Manchester, UK. (Football/Soccer) **Live**
MOVIE: 12:15 am The Intouchables - After he becomes a quadriplegic from a paragliding accident, a millionaire aristocrat hires a young African man from the projects to be his caregiver. Nominated for a 2013 Golden Globe for Best Foreign Language Film. Directed by Olivier Nakache and Eric Toledano, and stars François Cluzet, Omar Sy and Anne Le Ny. (From France, in French) (Drama) (2011) (Rpt) M(L,D)
2:15 am Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands - Skye: Against The Odds - On the final grand tour of the series, Paul Murton goes over the sea to Skye to visit the home of celebrated writer and naturalist Gavin Maxwell, before scaling the famous Cuillin mountain, Am Bastier. On the nearby Isle of Raasay he learns about ‘Calum's Road’ - the amazing true story of the determined crofter, Calum Macleod, who singlehandedly built a road to connect his isolated community. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC (Final)
2:45 am Grand Tours Of Scotland - Life at the End of the Earth - In this first episode, Paul is travelling to the beautiful islands of Eriskay, Barra and Vatersay which are famed for their white sandy beaches and stunning scenery. He discovers that Barra’s tiny airport, set amongst the sand dunes, is the only place in the world where scheduled flights land on the beach, braves the Atlantic swells to go lobster fishing with local fishermen and ends his journey at spectacular Barra Head which has been uninhabited for more than a hundred years. (Part 1 of 6) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 42 (2016)
Saturday October 15th, 2016 ALL MARKETS REJOIN
3:15 am Real Humans - Douglas and Florentine plan their wedding, and Claes can’t help interfering. Back at the Engmans’, Lennart’s clone is increasingly obstinate, in particular towards Hans, who is starting to lose patience. Mimi is hired at the law firm, but not everyone likes having a hubot as a colleague. The conflict between Real Humans and the Transhumans grows increasingly antagonistic. Sooner or later everyone will have to choose sides. (From Sweden, in Swedish) (Drama Series) (Rpt) M(V)
4:25 am Food Lovers' Guide To Australia - Maeve O'Meara and Joanna Savill continue to explore the best food and produce around. In this episode: Maeve gets an old family recipe from a famous Broome clan - the singing Pigram Brothers; and Joanna hangs out with chef Simmon Hawke, who cooks snails Italian style. (An SBS Production) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC