G-Manicus 0 Report post Posted April 16, 2008 Back for another go round. The Tivo site I use to search listings has finally been fixed. It used to spit out 30+ days of hits in tripilicate making it a pain in the *** to sift through. Friday 4/18/08 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. Saturday 4/19/08 Rome HBO 2 - 09:00 pm Next showing: Stealing From Saturn Caesar seeks to consolidate his hold on Rome; Atia throws a party; Pullo delivers Quintus Pompey to Caesar. Monday 4/21/08 A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1966) Encore Love - 4:00 am A con-man slave and his sidekick fake a courtesan's funeral to fool a pimp in ancient Rome. What the Romans Did for Us History International - 9:30am Next showing: Edge of the Empire Good communication skills were the key to the Roman military's success. The Lost Gods Smithsonian Channel - 11:30 am Next showing: The Romans The rise and fall of Rome and the gods it revered. Tuesday 4/22/08 Smart Travels: Europe With Rudy Maxa Discovery Channel - 6:30am 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. Day of Discovery NRB Network - 8:30 am Next showing: Romans: The Letter That Changed the World De Haan and DeYoung visit archaeological sites of the Roman Empire, from which the Apostle Paul sent a provocative letter of faith, religion and life, still impacting people today. Wednesday 4/23/08 The Battle for Rome Military Channel 9:00 am Next showing: Rebellion Gen. Titus Flavius Vespasian returns from banishment to rule the Roman Empire. Lost Worlds History International - 10:00 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. Friday 4/25/08 Moments in Time Investigation Discovery (ID) Channel- 4:00 AM Next showing: Letters From the Roman Front Artifacts help to re-create the life of Roman armies. Rick Steves' Europe HDNET - 7:00 am Next showing: Provence: Legendary Light, Wind and Wine Roman ruins in Nimes; Avignon's papal palace; Van Gogh's Arles; the Rhone. Gladiator (2000) Cinemax - 2:40 pm Condemned to arena fights by corrupt Roman leader Commodus, Gen. Maximus seeks revenge for his family's deaths. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Adelais Valerius 0 Report post Posted April 17, 2008 hell yea....nice Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G-Manicus 0 Report post Posted April 18, 2008 See initial post for complete listings Monday 4/21/08 Spartacus (2004) HDNET Movies - 8:00 pm Spartacus leads a slave revolt against the powerful forces of ancient Rome. Based on the novel by Howard Fast. Based on the book by Howard Fast. Tuesday 4/22/08 Engineering an Empire History International - 10:00 pm Next showing: The Byzantines The classical learning and science of the Byzantine Empire gives rise to the Renaissance. Tuesday 4/29/08 Scariest Places on Earth Sci Fi - 7pm Next showing: Curse of the Roman Gladiators Ancient gladiators, who died in battle at the Coliseum, haunt the city of Rome today. Wednesday 4/30/08 Spartacus (1960) HBO Signature - 6:35 am A gladiator slave leads a revolt in decadent Rome and attempts to lead his followers to freedom. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G-Manicus 0 Report post Posted April 20, 2008 See initial post for complete listings Wednesday 4/30/08 Smart Travels: Europe With Rudy Maxa HDNET - 6:30 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 5/1/08 Quo Vadis (1951) Turner Classic Movies - 8:00 pm Emperor Nero burns Rome and puts a Roman commander's Christian bride in the arena with a bull. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G-Manicus 0 Report post Posted April 21, 2008 Saturday 4/26/08 Curse of the Faceless Man (1958) MGM - 7:25 am A scientist's girlfriend is kidnapped by a stony Etruscan gladiator-slave found near Pompeii. Rome HBO 2 - 9:00 pm Next showing: The Ram Has Touched the Wall Caesar weighs Pompey's counteroffer; Vorenus must reconsider his career choices; Atia concocts a scheme to come between Caesar and Servilia. Wednesday 4/30/08 Private View Ovation Channel - 5:00 pm Emmanuelle Beart views George Ortiz's collection of Greek and Roman art in his chateau in Switzerland. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G-Manicus 0 Report post Posted April 22, 2008 See initial post for complete listings. Latest additions to the schedule .... Wednesday 4/23/08 The Battle for Rome Military Channel 10:00 am Next showing: "Constantine" Constantine takes control of a divided Roman Empire. The Battle for Rome Military Channel 11:00 am Next showing: "Fall of Rome" Former mercenaries, the Visigoths, besiege Rome. Monday 4/28/08 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. Thursday 5/1/08 Smart Travels: Europe With Rudy Maxa HDNET - 6:30 am Next showing: Croatia's Dalmatian Coast Croatian coast of Dalmatia; Roman emperor's palace; tips on boating, food and driving. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G-Manicus 0 Report post Posted April 23, 2008 See initial post for complete schedule. Latest additions as follows: Friday 4/25/08 The Robe (1953) Cinemax - 6:30 am The red robe worn by Christ links a Roman tribune, his Christian lover and a Greek slave. Sunday 5/4/08 Timeblazers Discovery Kids - 4:30 am Next showing: Romans Sam and Jen whisk Alex back to Ancient Rome. Rick Steves' Europe HDNET - 7:00 am Next showing: Naples and Pompeii Back-street fish markets; pizza; climbing Mount Vesuvius; the ruins of Pompeii. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G-Manicus 0 Report post Posted April 25, 2008 Wednesday 4/30/08 Julius Caesar (1970) LBN - 4:00 pm (no idea what channel that is) Shakespeare's Mark Antony avenges the Roman ruler's death at the hands of Brutus, Cassius and others. Thursday 5/1/08 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 5/5/08 Passport to Europe With Samantha Brown Travel Channel - 5:30 am Next showing: Rome, Italy The Eternal City, Rome; Roman coffee experience; top attractions; wild night-life. Tuesday 5/6/08 A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1966) Encore Love - 5:35 am A con-man slave and his sidekick fake a courtesan's funeral to fool a pimp in ancient Rome. Ancient Almanac History International - 11:00 am Next showing: Ancient Mysteries: The Sunken City The Roman city of Ostia dies a slow, painful death. History's Mysteries History International - 12:00 pm Next showing: Pompeii Lava engulfs the Roman resort town of Pompeii, preserving it in time. Wednesday 5/7/08 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G-Manicus 0 Report post Posted May 1, 2008 Latest additions. See initial post for complete listings ... Saturday 5/3/08 The Lost Gods Smithsonian Channel - 11:30 am Next showing: The Romans The rise and fall of Rome and the gods it revered. Rome HBO 2 - 9:00pm Next showing: Egeria Mark Antony runs Rome while Caesar pursues Pompey; Pullo takes Octavian to a brothel; Atia tries to mend fences with Servilia. Monday 5/5/08 What the Romans Did for Us History International - 9:30 am Next showing: Life of Luxury The Romans bring innovations in homes and gardens to Britain. Gladiator (2000) HBO Signature - 11:00pm Condemned to arena fights by corrupt Roman leader Commodus, Gen. Maximus seeks revenge for his family's deaths. Friday 5/9/08 We Built This City Investigation Discovery - 3:00 am Next showing: London From Roman settlement to the center of the British empire, London is a city steeped in history. Monday 5/12/08 Discover Magazine Science Channel - 7:00 am Next showing: Ghost Ships of Pisa Roman ships found. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gaius Octavius 1 Report post Posted May 1, 2008 Thanks for all the work and time you take. Nonetheless, Go Pats! Go Yanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G-Manicus 0 Report post Posted May 2, 2008 Thanks, Gaius. Latest additions are as follows. Check initial post for complete listings: Sunday 5/11/08 Spartacus (2004) HDNET Movies - 2:00 pm Spartacus leads a slave revolt against the powerful forces of ancient Rome. Based on the novel by Howard Fast. Based on the book by Howard Fast. Wednesday 5/14/08 Rome: Engineering an Empire History - 8:00 am A history of the Roman Empire tells of spectacular and sordid events, from the rise of Julius Caesar to the country's eventual fall. The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 9:00 am Next showing: Nero The burning of Rome signals the onset of Emperor Nero Claudius Caesar's descent into madness. The Battle for Rome Military Channel - 10:00 am Next showing: Constantine Constantine takes control of a divided Roman Empire. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G-Manicus 0 Report post Posted May 14, 2008 Here are the latest additions. See initial post for complete listings. Friday 5/16/08 Eye Over Italy Equator - 10:00pm Next showing: Rome to Capri Rome, the Vatican and more. Saturday 5/17/08 Rome HBO2 - 9:00pm Next showing: Caesarion Caesar arrives in Alexandria and meets the king; Vorenus and Pullo free Ptolemy's incarcerated sister; Caesar seeks payment from Egypt for past debts. Monday 5/19/08 What the Romans Did for Us History International - 9:30am Next showing: Building Britain New farming methods; planning of towns; plumbing. Wednesday 5/21/08 Smart Travels: Europe With Rudy Maxa HDNET - 6:30 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. Smart Travels Equator - 11:00pm Next showing: Rome The Colosseum, ancient Baths of Caracalla, Vatican City and tips on the best eating, shopping and city walks. Thursday 5/22/08 Barbarians II History Channel - 11:00 am Next showing: Vandals The Vandals infiltrate the Roman borders in northern Gaul and sweep into Spain. Friday 5/23/08 Superweapons of the Ancient World Military Channel - 9:00 am Next showing: The Claw Greek genius Archimedes creates a secret weapon that plucks Roman warships from the sea. Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 12:00 pm Next showing: The Cult of Order The slow disintegration of Rome; the economy falters; citizens turn to religious cults; the Roman Empire becomes divided. Saturday 5/24/08 Rick Steves' Europe HDNET - 7:00 am Next showing: Provence: Legendary Light, Wind and Wine Roman ruins in Nimes; Avignon's papal palace; Van Gogh's Arles; the Rhone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G-Manicus 0 Report post Posted May 21, 2008 (edited) Friday 5/23/08 Gladiator (2000) HBO - 1:30 am 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 - 9:00 am Next showing: The Claw Greek genius Archimedes creates a secret weapon that plucks Roman warships from the sea. Saturday 5/24/08 Rome HBO2 - 9:00 pm Next showing: Utica Caesar returns home; Vorenus and Pullo have a showdown with a local thug; Servilia's plan backfires. Tuesday 5/27/08 Hidden Worlds: Underground Rome HDNET - 10:00pm Archaeologists and urban explorers search for relics of the city. History's Mysteries History International - 12:00 pm Next showing: The Roman Emperors The heads of Ancient Rome lead lives of increasing depravity. Thursday 5/29/08 Rome: Power & Glory Military Channel - 3:00 pm Next showing: The Grasp of the Empire Roman colonization; slavery. Latest additions ... Sunday 6/1/08 MythBusters Discovery - 12:00 pm Next showing: Ancient Death Ray; Skunk Cleaning; What Is Bulletproof? Hosts test urban legends: Greek scientist sets fire to a Roman fleet; removing skunk odor. Monday 6/2/08 Conquest History International - 4:30 am Next showing: Weapons of the Barbarians Barbarians from many lands use many weapons to fight the forces of Rome. What the Romans Did for Us History International - 9:30 am Next showing: Arteries of the Empire Ancient Almanac History International - 11:00 am Next showing: Incredible Monuments of Rome The Colosseum; the Pantheon; the Forum. Edited May 21, 2008 by G-Manicus Share this post Link to post Share on other sites