Nature: Ocean Giants

Whales and dolphins remain a constant source of fascination. But how much do we really know about them? Whales and dolphins, known as cetaceans, may appear to be totally alien to us — but with their mental ability, group communication and the recent discovery that dolphins have individual names, they are closer to us than we ever imagined. This series provides new insights into the lives of whales and dolphins in a visually powerful, engaging and entertaining format. Two of the world’s top underwater cameramen — Doug Allan (“Planet Earth”’s polar specialist) and Didier Noirot (Cousteau’s front-line cameraman) — film breathtaking encounters. Teams of intrepid scientists equipped with the latest technology are making extraordinary breakthroughs in their understanding of these intelligent life forms — breakthroughs that may safeguard their survival.

KAKM: Wednesday, Feb. 22
“Giant Lives” @ 7:00pm
“Deep Thinkers” @ 8:00pm
“Voices of the Sea” @ 9:00pm

American Experience: Clinton: Parts 1 & 2

From draft dodging to the Dayton Accords, from Monica Lewinsky to a balanced budget, the presidency of William Jefferson Clinton veered between sordid scandal and grand achievement. In CLINTON, the latest installment in the critically acclaimed and successful series of presidential biographies, AMERICAN EXPERIENCE explores the fascinating story of an American president who rose from a broken childhood in Arkansas to become one of the most successful politicians in modern American history and one of the most complex and conflicted characters to ever stride across the public stage.

Part 1 – KAKM: Monday, Feb. 20 @ 8:00pm
Part 2 – KAKM: Tuesday, Feb 21 @ 7:00pm

Downton Abbey: Season 2: Part 7

In the finale, the family gathers at Downton Abbey for Christmas.

KAKM: Sunday, Feb. 19 @ 8:00pm

Tonight: KAKM’s Art Showcase & Auction

The Art Showcase auction will feature over 180 Alaskan works of art, interviews with several Alaskan artists, in studio dinners and bidding audiences, phone bidding, and color comments from gallery owners, managers, and artists.

All proceeds benefit public broadcasting right here in Alaska. Join us in our efforts to raise funds for quality programming that help informs, educates, inspires, & connect Alaskans of all ages.

The 2012 Art Showcase Auction
The KAKM Art Showcase is scheduled for three nights, Thursday through Saturday, February 16 through 18, and will be broadcast live on Channel 7 from 7-10:30pm. It will feature many beautiful collectable pieces of art from many well known and talented artists.

KAKM: Thursday, Feb. 16 – Saturday, Feb. 18 from 7:00p, – 10:30pm