WETA PBS
Our flagship channel WETA PBS features the best of PBS programs, along with Local Mondays, Thriller Thursdays, American History Nights on Saturdays, and PBS Kids programs during the day.
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Jacques Pépin: Heart & Soul
Julia Remembered
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Oyster chowder with potatoes, spinach and corn; eggplant-tomato gratin; hamburger royale. -
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Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Television
The New Chicken Noodle Soup
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Korean hand-torn noodle soup with chicken; a quick Korean spicy stir-fried pork; Korean stir-fried chicken with rice. -
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French Magnolia Cooks
Strawberries
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Organic sustainable greenhouse farming; strawberry cheesecake. -
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Lidia's Kitchen
From Italy to Your Table
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Mussel bruschetta; a tasting of olive oil; spaghetti in lemon cream sauce. -
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Sara's Weeknight Meals
Edgie Veggies
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
An easy hack for three easy meals -- roasting root vegetables to make a pureed soup, an egg-topped hash and a Buddha bowl of grains and veggies. -
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People of the North
Ryfylke: Vikings, Jazz, and Herring
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
The diverse culture of the Ryfylke; halibut farms, cider tastings and local legends. -
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Kitchen Curious with Vivian Howard
Freezer
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Freezers; transforming Mexican takeout into frozen burritos; frozen vs. canned; upside-down turkey veggie rice bowls; Picard frozen food store. -
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Fork & Hammer
History on the Move
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Jeff and Jamie step in to save a 120-year-old grocery store in the South End, but moving a fragile, historic structure is risky. -
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Cook's Country
Feast of the Seven Fishes
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Clams casino; a flavorful seafood risotto with shrimp, mussels and squid. -
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America's Test Kitchen
The Ultimate Holiday Dinner Party
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Shrimp cocktail; expensive gadgets that are worth the price; beef tenderloin with harissa rub and cilantro-mint relish. -
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Pati's Mexican Table
Swinging Spirits
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
The Kentucky Bar, rumored to be the birthplace of the margarita, in Ciudad Juarez; burritos at Burritos El Compa. -
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This Old House
Asheville: Boulder Dash
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Mauro helps Paula stain her front door; Jenn meets with the North Asheville landscaper who is using boulders to make a new retaining wall and steps; Kevin helps project manager Noah install an interior door. -
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PBS News Weekend
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Analysis of national and international news, as well as in-depth reporting on topics ranging from education and politics to technology and finance. -
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Washington Week with The Atlantic
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Zolan Kanno-Youngs, The New York Times; Jonathan Karl, ABC News; Franklin Foer, The Atlantic; Ashley Parker, The Atlantic.
WETA UK
WETA UK is devoted to the best in British television programming, presenting beloved classics and contemporary series around the clock, seven days a week. WETA UK offers a full schedule of fine entertainment programming — featuring drama, mystery and comedy — in addition to documentary series and news reports.
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Brian and Maggie
Saturday
Dec 20
1 Hour
Prime Minister Thatcher faces mounting pressure after a key ally's sudden departure; a television appearance becomes a turning point for her political career. -
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Before We Die
Saturday
Dec 20
1 Hour
A police officer disappears while investigating a motorcycle club. -
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Before We Die
Saturday
Dec 20
1 Hour
Hanna and Björn get in an accident while in a car chase with Sven's kidnappers; Hanna tries to get more information from the infiltrator Inez without letting on that Sven could be in more danger. -
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Before We Die
Saturday
Dec 20
1 Hour
Suspecting a leak in the department, Hanna, Bjorn, and their boss Tina create a clandestine group to investigate; Christian is threatened. -
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Before We Die
Saturday
Dec 20
1 Hour
Hanna, Björn and their boss are worried about a mole infiltrating and sharing information with the Mimica criminal family; Hanna's son Christian is playing with fire. -
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Before We Die
Saturday
Dec 20
1 Hour
Christian finds himself in a deadly and dangerous love triangle with his best friend; Hanna is determined to meet her infiltrator but Inez doesn't show up to their meeting. -
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Before We Die
Saturday
Dec 20
1 Hour
Hanna is blown away when she finds out the identity of the infiltrator; Operation Krajina is about to be put into motion.
WETA Metro
Featuring PBS favorites with local flair, WETA Metro provides an additional public television resource for viewers in the Washington, D.C., metro area. Highlights include timely and relevant news, new locally-focused shows, themed programming nights including local and lifestyle programs on Mondays, American history on Thursdays and documentaries on Saturdays, and PBS programs also found on WETA PBS every weekday evening.
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Nature
Santa's Wild Home
Saturday
Dec 20
1 Hour
Animals such as reindeer, wolverines and brown bears survive in the tundra and forest of Lapland, the northernmost region of mainland Europe. -
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PBS News Special Report
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Coverage of President Donald Trump's address to the nation. -
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NOVA
Polar Extremes
Saturday
Dec 20
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Paleontologist Kirk Johnson explores the polar extremes of the planet, including miles-high ice sheets and warm polar forests brimming with life. -
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American Masters
LIZA: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story
Saturday
Dec 20
2 Hours
An intimate look at the life and career of Liza Minnelli and how she built her own legacy in show business. -
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If You Lived Here
Mount Vernon, VA
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
A 1950s starter house, mid-century modern house and a colonial house. -
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Signature Dish
Soup Season
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Seth heads to Shilling Canning Company to sample their French Onion soup. The Khao Soi is ladled out at Kiin Imm Thai. Finally, the Roof Terrace Restaurant for a bowl of their signature JFK Chowder. -
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PBS News Weekend
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Analysis of national and international news, as well as in-depth reporting on topics ranging from education and politics to technology and finance. -
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Washington Week with The Atlantic
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Zolan Kanno-Youngs, The New York Times; Jonathan Karl, ABC News; Franklin Foer, The Atlantic; Ashley Parker, The Atlantic.
WETA World
Devoted to telling stories that humanize complex issues, WETA World shares the best of public media in news, documentaries, and informational programming that helps us understand conflicts, movements and cultures.
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Free Exercise: America's Story of Religious Liberty
Saturday
Dec 20
2 Hours
Exploring the development of religious freedom in the U.S. through six American faith communities -- Quakers, Baptists, Black churches, Catholics, Mormons and Jews. -
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Earth's Sacred Wonders
Visions of the Divine
Saturday
Dec 20
1 Hour
At the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, an orthodox Christian must deliver a holy flame into the hands of his bishop; at the Boudhanath in Nepal, a Buddhist painter battles the elements in honor of Buddha's birthday. -
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Dante: Inferno to Paradise
Part One: The Inferno
Saturday
Dec 20
2 Hours
Exploring the early years of Italian poet Dante Alighieri and his decision to begin "The Divine Comedy" in 1306. -
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To The Contrary
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
All-female news analysis of issues and policy affecting the U.S. -
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Washington Week with The Atlantic
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Zolan Kanno-Youngs, The New York Times; Jonathan Karl, ABC News; Franklin Foer, The Atlantic; Ashley Parker, The Atlantic. -
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Balancing Act With John Katko
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
John Katko strives to bring balance to discussions on divisive political issues. -
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Firing Line
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Filmmaker Rob Reiner talks about his political activism, concerns about threats to American institutions and the health and future of American democracy.
WETA PBS Kids
WETA PBS Kids features the best in children's television, all day every day.
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Donkey Hodie
How Does It Feel?; Best Ball Fest
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Bob Dog imagines how others feel; Bob Dog makes a difficult choice for the Best Ball Fest. -
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Donkey Hodie
Piano Problem; Bongo-lympics
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Donkey and Panda deliver Grampy's piano to him after it was sent to Donkey's windmill by mistake; Panda wants to win the Bongo-lympics. -
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Elinor Wonders Why
Frozen Fish; Pirate Treasure
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Elinor and friends wonder about what happens to fish when the lake freezes in the winter; while the kids are playing pirates, Ari realizes he forgot where he hid the treasure. -
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Super Why!
Rapunzel
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Princess Pea's kitten is up a tree; the Prince works with the Super Readers to rescue Rapunzel. -
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Rosie's Rules
Donating Day; Gatita the Volunteer Cat
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Rosie accidentally gives away her doll Lele on Donating Day; Rosie and Galita volunteer for Seniors Day at the Nature Center. -
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Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum
I Am Mary Anning; I Am Charlie Chaplin
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Mary Anning inspires Xavier and Yadina to continue working on a tricky art project; Charlie Chaplin helps Yadina cheer up Dr. Zoom. -
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Molly of Denali
The Story of the Story Knife; Raven Saves the Birthday Party
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Molly tries to help an exchange student after she loses her prized story knife; Oscar works on remembering the old stories of his elders. -
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Alma's Way
Harper's Quick Change; All Rapped Up
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Alma, Harper and Rafia want to make a robot video; Alma helps Eddie record a rap, but the project gets derailed. -
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Lyla in the Loop
The Artist Formerly Known as Liana; Jamaica Day
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Liana accidentally submits art that Stu made and feels guilty taking the credit for his work; Lyla and Luke perform an "Anansi" folktale puppet show. -
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Arthur
Francine's Big Top Trouble; George Blows His Top
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Francine enjoys circus camp; George has enough of Buster's borrowing. -
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Odd Squad
Haunt Squad; Safe House in the Woods
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Odd Squad is haunted by a ghost; Owen and Ozlyn wait out a storm. -
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Skillsville
Firefighter; Bank Teller
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Firefighter Rae uses a strategy to remain calm as she helps save the farm; as a bank teller, Cora needs to stay focused when helping the Beeples with depositing and withdrawing from their accounts. -
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Wild Kratts
Googly Eye: The Night Guru
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
The Kratt brothers search for a mysterious nocturnal creature, using night-vision goggles. -
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Weather Hunters
Christmas in Africa
Saturday
Dec 20
30 Minutes
Dot and Al announce the Hunters are spending Christmas in Nigeria, and Corky wonders if she can have a fun Christmas without snow.
NHK World
NHK World-Japan is the international service of Japan’s public media organization. The channel offers a diverse blend of programming featuring hourly live international news from Tokyo and over 30 news bureaus around the world, including New York City; along with programs on culture, food, travel, science, history, technology, and sports plus select dramas with a Japanese and Asian perspective.
View the NHK World-Japan schedule
FNX
FNX | First Nations Experience is the first and only national broadcast television network in the United States exclusively devoted to Native American and World Indigenous content. Through Native-produced and themed documentaries, dramatic series, nature, cooking, gardening, children's and arts programming, FNX strives to accurately illustrate the lives and cultures of Native people around the world.
View the FNX schedule.
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