G-Manicus Posted January 9, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 9, 2008 Tuesday 1/15/08 The Lost Gods Smithsonian Channel - 10:30 am Next showing: The Romans The rise and fall of Rome and the gods it revered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Manicus Posted January 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 10, 2008 Tuesday 1/22/08 Seven Wonders of Ancient Rome Science Channel - 2:00 pm Architectural wonders distinguish Rome as an unsurpassed world power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Manicus Posted January 11, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2008 Sunday 1/13/08 Rick Steves' Europe HDNET - 8:30 am Next showing: Naples and Pompeii Back-street fish markets; pizza; climbing Mount Vesuvius; the ruins of Pompeii. Wednesday 1/23/08 Smart Travels: Europe With Rudy Maxa HDNET - 7:00 am Next showing: Classical Europe: Ancient Greece and Rome Ancient Greece and Rome; Athens; Delphi; Syracuse; Pompeii. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Manicus Posted January 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 14, 2008 Friday 1/25/08 Ben-Hur (1959) Turner Classic - 10:45 am An enslaved Judean prince meets his Roman betrayer, a former friend, in a chariot race. Ancient Almanac History International - 11:00 am Next showing: Ancient Mysteries: The Sunken City The Roman city of Ostia dies a slow, painful death. Saturday 1/26/08 Ancient Discoveries History - 2:00 pm Next showing: Machines II Archimedes' use of solar power to defeat the Romans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Manicus Posted January 16, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2008 Saturday 1/19/08 Rome: Engineering an Empire History International - 1:00 pm A history of the Roman Empire tells of spectacular and sordid events, from the rise of Julius Caesar to the country's eventual fall. Monday 1/21/08 What the Romans Did for Us History International - 9:30 am Next showing: Arteries of the Empire Tuesday 1/22/08 Spartacus (1960) Cinemax - 7:30 am A gladiator slave leads a revolt in decadent Rome and attempts to lead his followers to freedom. Smart Travels Equator Channel - 11:00 pm Next showing: Ancient Greece & Rome Athens, Delphi, Delos, Pompeii, Rome and Provence and a little history of wine and olives. Monday 1/28/08 Discover Magazine Science Channel - 7:00 am Next showing: Ghost Ships of Pisa Roman ships found. What the Romans Did for Us History International - 9:30 am Next showing: Edge of the Empire Good communication skills were the key to the Roman military's success. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Manicus Posted January 17, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 17, 2008 Tuesday 1/22/08 Smart Travels: Europe With Rudy Maxa HDNET - 8:00 am Next showing: Sicily Sicily; Palermo; Monreale Cathedral; Greek temples; Roman mosaics; Syracuse; Mount Etna. Friday 1/25/08 Lost Worlds History Channel - 12:00 pm Next showing: City of Armageddon Overlooking the Holy Land's Dead Sea is the ancient fortress of Masada, where Jewish rebels besieged by Roman soldiers staged a last stand until committing mass suicide. Destination HD HDT - 8:00 pm Next showing: Umbria Ancient monasteries and fortresses can be found in the olive groves and vineyards of Umbria. Eye Over Germany Equator Channel - 10:00 pm Next showing: Wasserburg to Nuremburg Feudal hill towns and castles fortresses, St. Stephen's Cathedral in Passau and the home of the Roman emperors at Nuremburg Castle. Tuesday 1/29/08 The Real Attila the Hun History International - 9:00 am In the fifth century, Attila sweeps through Europe, effectively extinguishing the Classical Roman Empire. Ancient Almanac History International - 11:00 am Next showing: Incredible Monuments of Rome The Colosseum; the Pantheon; the Forum. History's Mysteries History International - 12:00 pm Next showing: The Roman Emperors The heads of Ancient Rome lead lives of increasing depravity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Manicus Posted January 22, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 22, 2008 Saturday 1/26/08 Smart Travels: Europe With Rudy Maxa HDNET - 7:00 am Next showing: Germany's Rhine and Mosel Rivers Rhine castles; Koblenz; the bridge at Remagen; city of Cologne; Roman city of Trier; vineyards and castles along the Mosel River. Ancient Discoveries History Channel - 11:00 am Next showing: Galen, Doctor to the Gladiators Galen performs brain surgery 2,000 years ahead of his time. Wednesday 1/30/08 Smart Travels Equator Channel - 11:00 pm Next showing: Germany's Rhine and Mosel Rivers Where Caesar destroyed two Germanic tribes; where U.S. troops crossed the Rhine; vineyards; ancient castles; Kolsch beer. Thursday 1/31/08 Cleopatra (1963) Cinemax - 2:00 am The queen of Egypt seduces Julius Caesar, but when he is killed, she uses Mark Antony as her new protector. Friday 2/1/08 Smart Travels Equator Channel - 11:00 pm Next showing: Italy's Veneto and Dolomites A night at the opera in Verona's Roman arena; Giotto's colorful frescoes in Padua; Palladian villas in Vicenza. Sunday 2/3/08 Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 1:00 PM "The Rise" The founding of Rome; Etruscan culture; the establishment of the Republic. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel -2:00 PM "Legions of Conquest" An amateur army grows into a major force; Hannibal's elephants; Caesar's onslaught against Gaul; Persia defeats Valerian. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel -3:00 PM "Seduction of Power" Politics; Caesar rises from soldier to dictator; Augustus seizes the throne; dynastic problems leave the Empire reeling. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 4:00 PM "The Grasp of the Empire" Roman colonization; slavery. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 5:00 PM "The Cult of Order" The slow disintegration of Rome; the economy falters; citizens turn to religious cults; the Roman Empire becomes divided. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 6:00 PM "The Fall" Invasions weaken Rome's grasp; Christianity draws strength; Constantine moves the empire's capital. Super Bowl XLII Fox - 6:30 pm The NY Giants defeat the NE Patriots to become Super Bowl champs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Manicus Posted January 24, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2008 Saturday 1/26/08 Engineering an Empire History International - 1:00 pm Next showing: The Byzantines The classical learning and science of the Byzantine Empire gives rise to the Renaissance. Wednesday 1/30/08 Smart Travels: Europe With Rudy Maxa HDNET - 7:00 am Next showing: Medieval Europe Ruins, towers, cobbled streets, mosaics, monasteries, castles and cathedrals draw visitors to Europe; from the fall of Rome to the Renaissance. Tuesday 2/5/08 A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1966) Encore - 7:30 am A con-man slave and his sidekick fake a courtesan's funeral to fool a pimp in ancient Rome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Manicus Posted January 25, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2008 Thursday 1/31/08 Smart Travels: Europe With Rudy Maxa HDNET - 7:00 am Next showing: Bath and South Wales Ancient Roman spas; the mystical town of Glastonbury, England; the Wye River Valley; Tintern Abbey inspires poet William Wordsworth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Manicus Posted January 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2008 Monday 2/4/08 Smart Travels: Europe With Rudy Maxa HDNET - 7:00 am Next showing: Out of Rome Emperor Hadrian's villa; wine and lakes of the Alban Hills; ancient seaport of Ostia; olive oil pressing; Rome's ring road. Thursday 2/7/08 Rick Steves' Europe HDNET - 7:30 am Next showing: Provence: Legendary Light, Wind and Wine Roman ruins in Nimes; Avignon's papal palace; Van Gogh's Arles; the Rhone. Friday 2/8/08 Eye Over Italy Equator Channel - 10:00 pm Next showing: Rome to Capri Rome, the Vatican and more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Manicus Posted January 30, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 30, 2008 Monday 2/4/08 What the Romans Did for Us History International - 9:30 am Next showing: Ahead of Their Time Forms of entertainment during the public holidays in Roman times. Saturday 2/9/08 What the Ancients Knew Science Channel - 10:00 pm Next showing: The Romans The Romans build one of the largest empires in human history. Monday 2/11/08 The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 10:00 am Next showing: Revolution Tiberius Sempronius Gracchus introduces legislation that gives land to poor people and angers conservatives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Manicus Posted January 31, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2008 Holy crap! Tivo is now putting out 30 days worth of listings! Monday 2/4/08 Smart Travels: Europe With Rudy Maxa HDNET - 8:00 am Next showing: Croatia's Dalmatian Coast Croatian coast of Dalmatia; Roman emperor's palace; tips on boating, food and driving. Monday 2/11/08 The True Story of Gladiators History International - 8:00 pm Ancient Roman gladiators are the sports stars of their day. History's Mysteries History International - 9:00 pm Next showing: Roman Roads: Paths to Empire The Romans engineer a stone-paved highway system across three continents. Roman Vice History International - 10:00 pm Roman funeral practices; secret societies; palaces of Nero and Tiberius. Tuesday 2/12/08 The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 10:00 am Next showing: Caesar Military tactician and politician Gaius Julius Caesar takes control of the government and spawns a civil war. Caesar and Cleopatra (1946) Turner Classic Movies - 8:00 pm The aging Caesar finds himself intrigued by the young Egyptian queen. Adapted by George Bernard Shaw from his own play. Based on the play by George Bernard Shaw. Thursday 2/14/08 The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 10:00 am Next showing: Rebellion Gen. Titus Flavius Vespasian returns from banishment to rule the Roman Empire. Friday 2/15/08 The Beverly Hillbillies WGN - 8:00 am Next showing: The Great Cook-Off Jethro acts like a Roman emperor to impress Maria. Caligula: Reign of Madness History Channel - 10:00 pm The Roman emperor's reign is a legendary frenzy of lunacy, murder and perverse sexuality. Monday 2/18/08 Quo Vadis? (1951) Turner Classic Movies - 10:30 am Emperor Nero burns Rome and puts a Roman commander's Christian bride in the arena with a bull. The Fall of the Roman Empire (1964) Turner Classic Movies - 1:30 pm Decadent Commodus takes over and plays god after the poisoning of Emperor Marcus Aurelius. The True Story of Hannibal History International - 10:00 pm Carthaginian military leader Hannibal brings the mighty Roman Republic to the brink of ruin. Tuesday 2/19/08 Scariest Places on Earth SciFi - 9:00 pm Next showing: Curse of the Roman Gladiators Ancient gladiators, who died in battle at the Coliseum, haunt the city of Rome today. Friday 2/22/08 Unsolved History Military Channel - 5:00 pm Next showing: The Roman Colosseum The Roman Colosseum is the ultimate ancient venue for the display of bloodsport. Colosseum: A Gladiator's Story Military Channel - 6:00 pm Computer graphics and dramatic reconstructions portray the glory of ancient Rome. Emeril Live Food Network - 7:00 pm Next showing: A Taste of Rome Roman recipes. Saturday 2/23/08 Gladiator (2000) Cinemax - 7:15 pm Condemned to arena fights by corrupt Roman leader Commodus, Gen. Maximus seeks revenge for his family's deaths. Superweapons of the Ancient World Military Channel - 12:00 pm Next showing: The Claw Greek genius Archimedes creates a secret weapon that plucks Roman warships from the sea. Tuesday 2/26/08 Cleopatra (1963) Cinemax - 2:55 am The queen of Egypt seduces Julius Caesar, but when he is killed, she uses Mark Antony as her new protector. Wednesday 2/27/08 Skeletons of Roman Ashkelon HDT - 9:00 am Archaeologists excavating the ancient city of Ashkelon find skeletons of 100 newborns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Manicus Posted February 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 8, 2008 Wednesday 2/13/08 The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 10:00 am "Nero" The burning of Rome signals the onset of Emperor Nero Claudius Caesar's descent into madness. Friday 2/15/08 The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 10:00 am "Constantine" Constantine takes control of a divided Roman Empire. Saturday 2/16/08 Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 6:00 AM "The Rise" The founding of Rome; Etruscan culture; the establishment of the Republic Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 7:00 AM "Legions of Conquest" An amateur army grows into a major force; Hannibal's elephants; Caesar's onslaught against Gaul; Persia defeats Valerian. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 8:00 AM "Seduction of Power" Politics; Caesar rises from soldier to dictator; Augustus seizes the throne; dynastic problems leave the Empire reeling. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 9:00 am Next showing: The Grasp of the Empire Roman colonization; slavery. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 10:00 am "The Fall" Invasions weaken Rome's grasp; Christianity draws strength; Constantine moves the empire's capital. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 11:00 am "The Cult of Order" The slow disintegration of Rome; the economy falters; citizens turn to religious cults; the Roman Empire becomes divided Sunday 2/17/08 The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 4:00 AM "Fall of Rome" Former mercenaries, the Visigoths, besiege Rome. Saturday 3/1/08 Spartacus (1960) Cinemax - 6:30 am A gladiator slave leads a revolt in decadent Rome and attempts to lead his followers to freedom. Monday 3/3/08 Naked Science National Geographic - 5:00 am Next showing: Roman Technology Roman-created technologies. Thursday 3/6/08 Moments in Time Military Channel - 12:00 pm Next showing: Letters From the Roman Front Artifacts help to re-create the life of Roman armies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Manicus Posted February 19, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2008 Thursday 2/21/08 Rick Steves' Europe HDNET - 8:30 am Next showing: Provence: Legendary Light, Wind and Wine Roman ruins in Nimes; Avignon's papal palace; Van Gogh's Arles; the Rhone. Monday 2/25/08 We Built This City HDT - 6:00 am Next showing: London From Roman settlement to the center of the British empire, London is a city steeped in history. Saturday 3/1/08 Julius Caesar (1970) Faith TV - 8:00 pm Shakespeare's Mark Antony avenges the Roman ruler's death at the hands of Brutus, Cassius and others. Sunday 3/2/08 Ben-Hur (1959) TCM - 9:00 am An enslaved Judean prince meets his Roman betrayer, a former friend, in a chariot race. Wednesday 3/5/08 The Robe (1953) AMC - 3:00 am The red robe worn by Christ links a Roman tribune, his Christian lover and a Greek slave. Friday 3/7/08 Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 12:00 pm "The Rise" The founding of Rome; Etruscan culture; the establishment of the Republic Saturday 3/8/08 Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 5:00 am "The Rise" The founding of Rome; Etruscan culture; the establishment of the Republic Monday 3/10/08 The Beverly Hillbillies TVLAND - 1:00 am Next showing: The Great Cook-Off Jethro acts like a Roman emperor to impress Maria. What the Romans Did for Us History International - 9:30 am Next showing: Edge of the Empire Good communication skills were the key to the Roman military's success. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 10:00 AM "The Rise" The founding of Rome; Etruscan culture; the establishment of the Republic Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 11:00 AM "Legions of Conquest" An amateur army grows into a major force; Hannibal's elephants; Caesar's onslaught against Gaul; Persia defeats Valerian. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 6:00 pm "The Rise" The founding of Rome; Etruscan culture; the establishment of the Republic Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 8:00 pm "The Rise" The founding of Rome; Etruscan culture; the establishment of the Republic Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 9:00 pm "Legions of Conquest" An amateur army grows into a major force; Hannibal's elephants; Caesar's onslaught against Gaul; Persia defeats Valerian. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 10:00 pm "Seduction of Power" Politics; Caesar rises from soldier to dictator; Augustus seizes the throne; dynastic problems leave the Empire reeling. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 11:00 pm "The Rise" The founding of Rome; Etruscan culture; the establishment of the Republic Tuesday 3/11/08 Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 12:00 am "Legions of Conquest" An amateur army grows into a major force; Hannibal's elephants; Caesar's onslaught against Gaul; Persia defeats Valerian. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 1:00 AM "Seduction of Power" Politics; Caesar rises from soldier to dictator; Augustus seizes the throne; dynastic problems leave the Empire reeling. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 5:00 am "Legions of Conquest" An amateur army grows into a major force; Hannibal's elephants; Caesar's onslaught against Gaul; Persia defeats Valerian. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 12:00 pm "Seduction of Power" Politics; Caesar rises from soldier to dictator; Augustus seizes the throne; dynastic problems leave the Empire reeling. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 8:00 pm Next showing: The Grasp of the Empire Roman colonization; slavery. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 9:00 pm "The Cult of Order" The slow disintegration of Rome; the economy falters; citizens turn to religious cults; the Roman Empire becomes divided Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 10:00 pm "The Fall" Invasions weaken Rome's grasp; Christianity draws strength; Constantine moves the empire's capital. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 11:00 pm Next showing: The Grasp of the Empire Roman colonization; slavery. Wednesday 3/12/08 Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 12:00 am "The Cult of Order" The slow disintegration of Rome; the economy falters; citizens turn to religious cults; the Roman Empire becomes divided Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 1:00 am "The Fall" Invasions weaken Rome's grasp; Christianity draws strength; Constantine moves the empire's capital. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 5:00 am "Seduction of Power" Politics; Caesar rises from soldier to dictator; Augustus seizes the throne; dynastic problems leave the Empire reeling. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 12:00 pm Next showing: The Grasp of the Empire Roman colonization; slavery. Thursday 3/13/08 Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 5:00 am Next showing: The Grasp of the Empire Roman colonization; slavery. Ancient Almanac History International - 11:00 am Next showing: Ancient Mysteries: The Sunken City The Roman city of Ostia dies a slow, painful death. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 12:00 pm "The Cult of Order" The slow disintegration of Rome; the economy falters; citizens turn to religious cults; the Roman Empire becomes divided Friday 3/14/08 Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 5:00 am "The Cult of Order" The slow disintegration of Rome; the economy falters; citizens turn to religious cults; the Roman Empire becomes divided Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 12:00 pm "The Fall" Invasions weaken Rome's grasp; Christianity draws strength; Constantine moves the empire's capital. Monday 3/17/08 The First Christians National Geographic - 4:00 am Christianity attracts many followers in its infancy; the faithful triumph over the Roman Empire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Manicus Posted February 20, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2008 Monday 2/25/08 What the Romans Did for Us History International - 9:30 am Next showing: Building Britain New farming methods; planning of towns; plumbing. Wednesday 3/12/08 The Mummies of Rome Science - 2:00 pm The discovery of mummies near Rome shocks the scientific community. Friday 3/14/08 Ancestors of Ancient Rome: The Etruscans ID - 6:00 am Finds in Northern Italy reveal the story of Europe's first superpower. The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 8:00 PM "Revolution" Tiberius Sempronius Gracchus introduces legislation that gives land to poor people and angers conservatives. The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 9:00 PM "Caesar" Military tactician and politician Gaius Julius Caesar takes control of the government and spawns a civil war. The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 10:00 PM "Nero" The burning of Rome signals the onset of Emperor Nero Claudius Caesar's descent into madness. The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 11:00 PM "Revolution" Tiberius Sempronius Gracchus introduces legislation that gives land to poor people and angers conservatives. Saturday 3/15/08 The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 12:00 AM "Caesar" Military tactician and politician Gaius Julius Caesar takes control of the government and spawns a civil war. The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 1:00 AM "Nero" The burning of Rome signals the onset of Emperor Nero Claudius Caesar's descent into madness. The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 8:00 PM "Rebellion" Gen. Titus Flavius Vespasian returns from banishment to rule the Roman Empire. The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 9:00 PM "Constantine" Constantine takes control of a divided Roman Empire. The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 10:00 PM "Fall of Rome" Former mercenaries, the Visigoths, besiege Rome. The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 11:00 PM "Rebellion" Gen. Titus Flavius Vespasian returns from banishment to rule the Roman Empire. Sunday 3/16/08 The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 12:00 AM "Constantine" Constantine takes control of a divided Roman Empire. The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 1:00 AM "Fall of Rome" Former mercenaries, the Visigoths, besiege Rome. Monday 3/17/08 Who Killed Julius Caesar? ID - 8:00 am Using current technology and profiling techniques, experts reveal the facts of the infamous crime. The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 11:00 AM "Fall of Rome" Former mercenaries, the Visigoths, besiege Rome. The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 12:00 PM "Revolution" Tiberius Sempronius Gracchus introduces legislation that gives land to poor people and angers conservatives. The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 6:00 PM "Fall of Rome" Former mercenaries, the Visigoths, besiege Rome. Tuesday 3/18/08 The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 5:00 AM "Fall of Rome" Former mercenaries, the Visigoths, besiege Rome. Ancient Almanac History International - 11:00 am Next showing: Masada: The Last Fortress More than 900 Jews make a last stand against the Romans in 73 A.D. at the mountain fortress of Masada The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 12:00 PM "Caesar" Military tactician and politician Gaius Julius Caesar takes control of the government and spawns a civil war. Wednesday 3/19/08 The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 12:00 PM "Nero" The burning of Rome signals the onset of Emperor Nero Claudius Caesar's descent into madness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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