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“Finding Your Roots: Science Pioneers,” featuring pioneering scientists Francis Collins, left, and Harold Varmus, 4 p.m. Feb. 4.

“Finding Your Roots: Science Pioneers,” featuring pioneering scientists Francis Collins, left, and Harold Varmus, 4 p.m. Feb. 4.

THURSDAY, JAN. 30, 10 P.M. Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries Deadweight

Phryne is embroiled in the dangerous world of fight-rigging and tribal payback when a gang leader is murdered outside a traveling boxing tent.

FRIDAY, JAN. 31, 9 P.M. Country Music Part 5 The Sons and Daughters of America (1964-1968)

Country music artists like Loretta Lynn, Merle Haggard and Charley Pride reflect a changing America as they appeal to wide audiences.

SATURDAY, FEB. 1, MIDNIGHT Austin City Limits Sixth annual Hall of Fame Honors

Celebrate the 2019 ACL Hall of Fame with host Robert Earl Keen as Shawn Colvin, Buddy Guy and Lyle Lovett are inducted. Guest performers include Jackson Browne, Shemekia Copeland, Jimmie Vaughan, Sarah Jarosz and more.

SUNDAY, FEB. 2, 8 P.M. Howards End

In the finale of the four-part series, Margaret is undaunted by Henry’s past misdeeds. Helen leaves abruptly for Europe. Margaret and Tibby get Henry to help resolve issues at Howards End – where the three families have a showdown.

MONDAY, FEB. 3, 10 P.M. No Passport Required Philadelphia

Host Marcus Samuelsson heads to the city where Italian Americans have thrived for centuries.

TUESDAY, FEB. 4, 8 P.M. Finding Your Roots Science Pioneers

Henry Louis Gates Jr. traces the family trees of Francis Collins, Shirley Ann Jackson and Harold Varmus — three pioneering scientists who’ve made dramatic contributions to our understanding of the world, while knowing little about their own ancestry.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 5, 8 P.M. Nova Polar Extremes

Join renowned paleontologist and host Kirk Johnson on an epic adventure through time at the polar extremes of our planet. ¦

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