In the name of the father
"Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates Jr.," the fascinating genetic detective series, returns with an especially emotional episode featuring Stephen King, Courtney B. Vance and Gloria Reuben all searching for clues about their biological parents. 7 p.m. TPT, Ch. 2
Here comes the boom
Billy Joel, John Leguizamo, Steve Wozniak and Erin Brockovich are among the eclectic people who make up "The Boomer List," a new documentary in which celebrities born from 1946 to 1964 share their personal stories about growing up in such an influential generation. 8 p.m. Tuesday, TPT, Ch. 2
Marching to New Orleans
"NCIS: New Orleans" gets off to a shaky start — and I'm not just talking about Scott Bakula's attempt at a Louisiana accent. Still, the by-the-book procedural is part of the seemingly can't-miss franchise, and the location shots appease those of us who think of the Big Easy as a second home. 8 p.m. WCCO, Ch. 4
Neal Justin
'A Year With Frog and Toad' closes a chapter at CTC
Ambi Subramaniam and Kaushiki Chakraborty to Minnesotans: Lean in on Indian classical music, it's fun
Meet the man setting a new standard for cool vibraphone music in Minnesota
