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Tonight's Top Pick is "Poisoned Ground: The Tragedy at Love Canal," an American Experience presentation. Not to trivialize what the people of Love Canal endured, but I'll mention that I've always felt compelled by their story since reading about it in The Century for Young People.
STREAMING
Hip-Hop and the White House, 12:01 a.m., Hulu. Premiere. "Unveils the transformative 50-year history of a world-changing culture, illustrating hip-hop's journey from outsider status to the pinnacle of power. This documentary showcases the pivotal contributions of artists who created some of the most powerful political songs of all time and explores the experiences of rappers who interacted with presidents and performed inside the world's most famous residence. Starting from the blighted neighborhoods that created the culture as a result of oppressive presidential policies, Hip-Hop and The White House describes the complex web of influence, culture and celebrity that is now a permanent feature of American politics."
Tiger, 3:01 a.m., Disney+. Premiere. "Narrated by Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Disneynature's Tiger lifts the veil on our planet's most revered and charismatic animal, inviting viewers to journey alongside Ambar, a young tigress raising her cubs in the fabled forests of India. Curious, rambunctious, and at times a bit clumsy, the cubs have a lot to learn from their savvy mother who will do all she can to keep them safe from pythons, bears, and marauding male tigers. Directed by Mark Linfield, co-directed by Vanessa Berlowitz and Rob Sullivan, and produced by Linfield, Berlowitz and Roy Conli, Tiger is the groundbreaking culmination of 1,500 days of filming."
Tigers on the Rise, 3:01 a.m., Disney+ Premiere. "Narrated by Blair Underwood, Disneynature's Tigers on the Rise celebrates the remarkable comeback of one of the world's most iconic animals. Tiger populations have rebounded so successfully, many of the big cats are venturing from India's forest reserves into farms and villages - a monumental challenge for both people and animals. The heroes in this story are the vets, scientists, and community patrols dedicated to ensuring that tigers and people can coexist. Directed by Rob Sullivan, co-directed by Alistair Tones, and produced by Sullivan, Vanessa Berlowitz, Mark Linfield and Roy Conli."
Fern Brady: Autistic Bikini Queen, 3:01 a.m., Netflix. Premiere. "The irreverent Scottish comedian tackles big themes like death, decline and the disappointments of middle age in her stand-up special filmed in Bristol."
TALKIN' 'BOUT TALK
Today, 7 a.m., NBC. Kevin Bacon revisits the school from Footloose, plus customer-loved bestsellers and celebrating Earth Day with new ideas for sustainability. Later, "Five questions to ask your doctor," the history behind The Blind Boys of Alabama, a Navy lieutenant who ran from California to New York City for charity, Earth Day products that help save the environment and a dance workout. After that, "The Scoop with Devyn Simone," Jonathan Groff (Merrilly We Roll Along), vintage shopping and Jenna's Bookshop.
The Talk, 2 p.m., CBS. Jerrod Carmichael (Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show), Tabitha Brown (Tab Time) and an Earth Day celebration including cleaning a Santa Monica beach and wearing recycled clothing.
The Drew Barrymore Show, times, lengths and stations vary. Danny Seo has ways to minimize food waste, plus Cristina Ferrare (My Model Kitchen). Later, Dr. Jodi Rowley brings and discusses frogs.
Sherri, times and stations vary. Sherri's birthday celebration includes "reality star and music legend" Kandi Burruss (also one of the producers of The Wiz's Broadway revival) and comedian Flame Monroe.
Courtesy YouTube.
PRE-PRIMETIME SPORTS
NHL Hockey, 7 p.m., ESPN. Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Boston Bruins, Game 2.
NBA Basketball, 7 p.m., NBA TV. Orlando Magic vs. Cleveland Cavaliers, Game 2.
NHL Hockey, 7:30 p.m., ESPN2. New York Islanders vs. Carolina Hurricanes, Game 2.
NBA Basketball, 7:30 p.m., TNT/TruTV. Phildaelphia 76ers vs. New York Knicks, Game 2.
MLB Baseball, 7:30 p.m., Bally/FS1. Chicago White Sox vs. Minnesota Twins.
PRE-PRIMETIME MOVIES
Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story, 7 p.m., MTV.
San Andreas, 7:01 p.m., HBO.
London Has Fallen, 7:56 p.m., Syfy.
Courtesy YouTube. In hindsight, we did have a mini-compost heap in our backyard when I was a boy.
8 P.M.
American Idol, ABC. 2 hours. "Billboard No. 1 Hits." "Guest mentor Meghan Trainor. The top 12 perform their favorite Billboard hits live from Hollywood. Two Idol journeys come to an end as the top 10 is (set)."
The Voice, NBC. 2 hours. "The Playoffs Premiere." "Coaches John Legend and Dan + Shay enlist the help of superstar mentors as their remaining artists hold nothing back during the playoffs. Tough decisions are made as each coach can only advance three artists to the live shows."
All American, CW. "Black Out." "After celebrating his 21st birthday, Spencer enlists Coop's help to figure out what happened at his party the night before. Olivia and Jordan reminisce about their childhood with Billy. Asher deals with the fallout of a tough decision he made."
The Neighborhood, CBS. "Welcome to the Baby Shower." "Courtney and Marty deal with some baby shower drama with Tina. Lamar adjusts to a new job at the Fuse Box."
Bob Hearts Abishola, 8:30 p.m., CBS. "These Giants Are Flexible." "When Bob and Abishola go to New York with Dele for his Juilliard audition, Abishola reconnects with her brother Ade."
MasterChef Junior, FOX. "Pancakes & Ice Cream." "The remaining six chefs compete for the top spot in a team-based pancake challenge. Four chefs must create their own ice cream dishes."
Antiques Roadshow, PBS. "North Carolina Museum of Art Hour 3." "A Disney Carrier gouache painting circa 1942. A pearl, diamond and platinum brooch. A William H. Johnson oil circa 1928."
Movie Night!
Avengers: Age of Ultron, AMC. 2015 movie.
Avatar, FX. 2009 movie.
Overboard, Paramount. 1987 movie.
9 P.M. (CW has Whose Line Is It Anyway? reruns.)
American Experience, PBS. 2 hours. "Poisoned Ground: The Tragedy at Love Canal." "The 1970s Love Canal disaster and how the battle for justice, led mostly by women, created the basis for the federal Superfund program."
The Synanon Fix: Did the Cure Become a Cult?, HBO. Season finale, 65 minutes. "Strap Yourself to the Mast." "In 1977, the Los Angeles Times reports on the nine-day abduction of Frances Winn by Synanon. Chuck spends $62,000 on guns and ammunition; sentenced to five years probation. Chuck loses everything and dies in a nursing home."
NCIS, CBS. "Heartless." "The NCIS team looks for a motive behind the kidnapping and death of a famous heart surgeon."
So You Think You Can Dance, FOX. "Challenge No. 2: Broadway." "The dancers split into two groups and take on Broadway challenges choreographed by Emmy-winner Al Blackstone and choreographer and director Sarah O'Gleby."
NHL Hockey, 9:30 p.m., ESPN. Vegas Golden Knights vs. Dallas Stars.
MLB Baseball, 9:45 p.m., ESPN+. New York Mets vs. San Francisco Giants.
Movie Night!
Finding Dory, Freeform.
Her, 9:02 p.m., HBO2.
Now You See Me, 9:04 p.m., HBO Family. 2013 movie.
Courtesy YouTube.
10 P.M.
Deal or No Deal Island, NBC. "Are You Ruthless?" "A critical error has the potential to upend the game and terminate one player's quest for the big prize."
NCIS: Hawai'i, CBS. "Into Thin Air." "After a Marine’s wife is kidnapped for ransom, the NCIS team uncovers dark secrets as they race to track down her abductor before it’s too late. Sam seeks Ernie’s expertise decrypting a computer program that may have deadly ramifications."
Super Reefs, National Geographic. "Pristine Seas returns to the Southern Line Islands and witnesses the most spectacular recovery of coral reefs."
The Interrogation Tapes: A Special Edition of 20/20, ABC. "Sins of the Father." "A man finds himself in the crosshairs of an hours-long interrogation as detectives seek to unlock decades of deadly family secrets after the deaths of his wife and son."
NBA Basketball, TNT/TruTV. Los Angeles Lakers vs. Denver Nuggets, Game 2.
NHL Hockey, ESPN2. Los Angeles Kings vs. Edmonton Oilers.
Johnny Carson, Antenna. Peter Strauss and Gore Vidal are the guests on this March 25, 1981 episode.
Movie Night!
You Got Served, VH1.
The Revenant, HBO Zone.
Midsommar, 10:33 p.m., HBO Signature.
LATE NIGHT TALK (The Tonight Show, The Late Show and Late Night have reruns this week.)
The Daily Show, 11 p.m., Comedy Central. Guest Host Jon Stewart.
Jimmy Kimmel Live!, 11:35 p.m., ABC. Kim Kardashian, Ramón Rodríguez and Real Estate.
After Midnight, 12:37 a.m., CBS. Caitlin Reilly, Gillian Jacobs and Pete Holmes.
Courtesy CBS News.
LATE NIGHT PICK!
Once Upon a Time... In Hollywood, 11:45 p.m., FXM. Also airing at 8:25 p.m.
Sources: Futon Critic, zap2it, individual show websites, TV Everyday, IMDB, Google.
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