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May 20 - May 26, 2013

		What's new on THIRTEEN? thirteen.org

		American Masters: Mel Brooks: Make a Noise Tonight at 9pm The master entertainer invites viewers inside the mind that brought you Blazing Saddles, The Producers, and many other comedy classics. Why You Should Watch Never before heard stories and interviews with Carl Reiner, Joan Rivers and many others show us how good it is to be the king…of comedy. View our Top 13 Mel Brooks films slideshow Watch preview

	NOVA: Secrets of the Sun Wednesday, 5/22 at 9pm New spacecraft and powerful telescopes allow scientists to see our nearest star's inner workings as never before. Watch full program online		Live from Lincoln Center: Audra McDonald In Concert: Go Back Home Friday, 5/24 at 9pm The singer/actress (and series host!) performs personal favorites including selections from her new album, Go Back Home. Watch preview		National Memorial Day Concert Sunday, 5/26 at 8pm Join hosts Gary Sinise and Joe Mantegna and salute our men and women in uniform with a spectacular night of music featuring Chris Mann, Alfie Boe and others. Watch preview

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			Superstorm Sandy: A Live Town Hall More than six months after Sandy's wrath, experts discuss the region's response to the storm and what can be learned for next time. On THIRTEEN Explore app Or watch online




	Mel Brooks Prize Pack – Enter to Win Enter to win a Mel Brooks prize pack, including the newly–released box set, The Incredible Mel Brooks: An Irresistible Collection of Unhinged Comedy. Enter to win




	Little Support for Weiner Candidacy Among Former Constituents Are New Yorkers as ready for Anthony Weiner's return to politics as he is? (It's not looking good so far.) Full story



	Museum of the City of New York Embrace the past, present, and future of New York City and celebrate the Big Apple's cultural diversity. THIRTEEN membercard holders get 20% off museum entry. More membercard discounts Become a member



			Reel 13: Classics: Hoosiers Saturday, 5/25 at 9pm Gene Hackman stars as the coach of a small–town Indiana team that fights their way to the state championship in one of the most beloved sports films of all time. Watch trailer



			Independent Lens: Detropia Monday, 5/27 at 10pm The once grand American city took a major stumble as the auto industry declined. Learn how residents are shifting gears to create a new Detroit in the post–industrial U.S. Watch preview


			Limited Edition Eileen Fisher THIRTEEN Tote Now Available Call the paparazzi! Make a fashion statement while supporting THIRTEEN. Get your hands on the special 50th Anniversary THIRTEEN totes designed by Eileen Fisher. Get the bag


			Covering Watergate: 40 Years Later With MacNeil And Lehrer It was the scandal that forever changed journalism. Forty years later, Robert MacNeil and Jim Lehrer discussed public broadcasting's gavel–to–gavel coverage of the Senate Watergate hearings. The two shared memories of the more gripping moments and discussed how their partnership changed not only the face of television journalism, but also their lives. Watch interview

INSIDE: Immigration Policies, Taking on the Chemical Industry

Border Patrol, Part 3
Friday, 5/17 at 8:30pm
Need to Know
In part three of its award–winning series on U.S. immigration, Need to Know examines how Obama administration policies are leading to the deportation – and ultimately the deaths – of thousands of undocumented workers who have worked and raised families in the U.S. for decades.

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The Toxic Politics of Science
Sunday, 5/19 at 6pm & 11pm
Moyers and Company
Lead Wars: The Politics of Science and the Fate of America's Children, discuss thwarted efforts to hold the lead industry accountable, failed attempts to find cheap solutions, and the cost to our children.

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Created Equal
Tuesday, 5/21 at 9pm
Constitution USA with Peter Sagal
The Fourteenth Amendment in 1868 made equality a constitutional right, establishing new notions of citizenship, equal protection, due process and personal liberty. These notions are now being used to fight for same-sex marriage, voting rights, affirmative action and immigration reform.

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The Untouchables
Tuesday, 5/21 at 10pm
FRONTLINE
An examination of why no Wall Street execs have been prosecuted for the financial crisis.

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The Boy Scouts of America
Saturday, 5/18 at 10:30am & Sunday, 5/19 at 5:30pm
Religion & Ethics Newsweekly
The Boy Scouts of America will soon vote on whether to lift their ban on openly-gay scouts. If the proposal passes, young gay scouts will be allowed but not gay adults.

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Service: When Women Come Marching Home
Sunday, 5/19 at 7pm
Follow the journeys of several courageous disabled women veterans from the deserts of Afghanistan and Iraq, to rural Tennessee, all the way to D.C. where they advocate for the rights of all women veterans.

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TUNE IN TONIGHT:

Superstorm Sandy: A Live Town Hall
Thurs., 5/16 at 8pm
Six months after Hurricane Sandy, THIRTEEN, WLIW21, NJTV and WHYY broadcast a live town hall meeting to answer these questions: What worked? What didn't? What's next? Hosted by Mike Schneider (NJ Today), expert panelists will take questions from live studio audiences.
Watch online & follow #SandyTownHall

METROFOCUS ONLINE

Work Begins to Remove Jet Star Roller Coaster from Ocean

Little Support for a Weiner Candidacy Among Former Constituents

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Disclosures About IRS Targeting Draw Calls for Transparency

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Incident With Diplomat Occurs as U.S. Seeks Russian Help on Boston Attacker

Was Seizure of AP's Phone Records Justified or Harmful to Press Freedom?

Poverty and Inequality in Some of the World's Richest Countries

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		@hari $325,000 stem cell hamburger to be eaten soon http://cnet.co/19qwFk9 taste like chicken?

	More from the PBS Newsiverse: Charlie Rose: Paul Farmer discusses his book To Repair the World PBS NewsHour: Boston Marathon Bombing Victim Moves Forward – Watch Online FRONTLINE: Why the Military Has a Sexual Assault Problem Need to Know: UPDATED – What's happened under sequestration?

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Witness for the Prosecution (9:00pm) An aging barrister (Charles Laughton) defends a man (Tyrone Power) for murder despite damaging testimony from the man's wife (Marlene Dietrich).	Bart! Director: Rich Landes Head Full of Doubt Director: Jason Mitcham/The Avett Brothers Sundae Stroll Director: Christina Lu	The Company (11:00pm) An ensemble drama centers around a group of ballet dancers, with a focus on one young dancer (Neve Campbell), who's poised to become a principal performer. Directed by Robert Altman

Saluting Mel Brooks at Carolines – Get Tix
Support THIRTEEN and join us in celebrating the legacy of Mel Brooks with an evening of stand–up comedy and free beer at Carolines on Broadway on Wed., 5/22.

Best Movies by Farr: The Big Clock
John Farr discusses this smart, inventive thriller, starring Charles Laughton and Ray Milland, directed by John Farrow.

Last Week's Reel 13 Shorts Winner: Full Moon Silhouettes
Real–time video captures the moon's rising in Wellington, New Zealand.

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Classic: Gene Hackman in Hoosiers (1986)

Indie: Paul Giamatti & Dustin Hoffman in Barney's Version (2010)

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	5.14.13

Great Performances at the Met: Rigoletto

			Friday, 5/17 at 9pm Tony Award–winning director Michael Mayer makes his Met debut with a new production of Verdi's famed opera. A fascinating twist? Instead of 16th century Italy this production is set on the Las Vegas strip circa 1960. Watch preview

Saluting Mel Brooks at Carolines – Get Tickets

Support THIRTEEN and join us in celebrating the legacy of Mel Brooks with an evening of stand–up comedy and free beer at Carolines on Broadway on Wed., 5/22.

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	TUNE IN THIS WEEK: NYC-ARTS (Sunday, 12pm) has a look at Infinity of Nations at the Museum of the American Indian, Faith Ringgold's work for the MTA Arts in Transit Program and the Art Students League. ONLINE: The Pop Object: The Still Life Tradition in Pop Art at the Acquavella Galleries



	Nathan Lane on Charlie Rose


	Treasures of New York: Art Underground

Thursday, 5/16 at 10pm
Get an inside look at the artists and artisans of the MTA's Arts for Transit program which for 25 years has served as a canvas for public art. Hear from Bill Brand, Tom Otterness, Faith Ringgold, Milton Glaser, Elizabeth Murray and others.

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	Theater Talk

			Saturday, 5/18 at 1am Everyone's a critic as Ben Brantley of The New York Times, Peter Marks of The Washington Post and Joan Rivers of The Beverly Hills Courier review this season's top shows on Broadway. Watch full episodes


	American Masters: Mel Books: Make a Noise

			Monday, 5/20 at 9pm The funnyman shares stories from his life and career. Get an intimate look at the man behind Blazing Saddles, History of the World Part I and many other comedy classics. View our Top 13 Mel Brooks films slideshow Enter to win a Mel Brooks prize pack

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May 13 - May 19, 2013

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		Superstorm Sandy: A Live Town Hall Thursday, 5/16 at 8pm What worked? What didn't? What's next? More than six months after Sandy's wrath, NJ Today's Mike Schneider talks with experts who will be taking questions from audiences at Monmouth University and the Tisch WNET Studios. Watch preview and join the conversation on Twitter with hashtag #SandyTownHall

	Constitution USA: It's a Free Country Tuesday, 5/14 at 9pm Peter Sagal continues his national tour in search of a true understanding of the Constitution. This week, a look at the Bill of Rights and how it relates to today's issues. Watch preview Take our constitution quiz and enter to win		Nature: Great Zebra Exodus Wednesday, 5/15 at 8pm Join 20,000 zebras in Botswana on their annual migration across the other–worldly landscape of the Kalahari Desert. Watch preview		Sunday Night Drama: Call the Midwife/Mr. Selfridge Sunday, 5/19 at 8pm Don't miss the action of two season finales as crisis hits the convent on Call the Midwife (8pm) and tragedy strikes on Masterpiece: Mr. Selfridge (9pm). Catch up on Call the Midwife More Mr. Selfridge

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			Ted Talks Education Hear from Bill Gates, Sir Ken Robinson and other education advocates deliver inspiring talks about teaching and learning. Hosted by John Legend. On THIRTEEN Explore app Or watch online




	Mel Brooks Prize Pack – Enter to Win Enter to win a Mel Brooks prize pack, including the newly–released box set, The Incredible Mel Brooks: An Irresistible Collection of Unhinged Comedy. Enter to win




	Celebrating Spring with Cherry Blossoms in Brooklyn The Brooklyn Botanical Garden celebrates Japanese culture at its annual Sakura Matsuri festival – get the details. Full story



	Saluting Mel Brooks at Carolines – Get Tix Support THIRTEEN and join us in celebrating the legacy of Mel Brooks with an evening of stand–up comedy and free beer at Carolines on Broadway on Wed., 5/22. Get tickets or more event info



			Secrets of the Dead: Cavemen Cold Case Wednesday, 5/15 at 10pm There's no way this was easy enough for a caveman to do. Journey to Spain for a massive Neanderthal mystery: How did this group become extinct? Watch preview



			American Masters: Mel Brooks: Make a Noise Monday, 5/20 at 9pm For the first time, fans are welcomed into the mind of the filmmaker and comedic genius in this authorized bio. Nathan Lane, Matthew Broderick and many others share their experiences. View our Top 13 Mel Brooks Films slideshow Watch preview


			Dispatch from the Downton Abbey Diaspora #15 British TV blogger Deborah Gilbert has the scoop on a new cast member coming to Downton Abbey and much more as she provides Downtonians with the latest off–season info. Full post Want more Downton Abbey? Check out our off-season survival guide


			The Beastie Boys on Being Stupid PBS Digital Studio's Blank on Blank animated a 1985 ABC News Radio interview with Adam "Ad-Rock" Horovitz, Mike "Mike D" Diamond and the late Adam "MCA" Yauch where the Beasties cover a wide range of topics: Beatles songs, opening for Madonna, their band name and almost being arrested for use of profanity on stage. Watch video