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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Elinor Wonders Why
Zig Zag Plant; Butterfly Drinks
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Elinor is intrigued when she and her friends find a plant that has grown in a zig-zag; Elinor loves her butterfly suit, but how is she supposed to drink when her arms are now wings? -
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Alma's Way
Alma Goes to Puerto Rico: Bisabuela's Birthday
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
On Alma's great-grandmother's 100th birthday, Alma wants to find Bisabuela the perfect gift; even though she can think of all kinds of things that Bisabuela likes, none of them are quite right. -
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Molly of Denali
Basketball Blues
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Alaska state basketball champion Kamaka Hepa offers Molly and her basketball team pointers on the court. -
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Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum
I Am Zelia Nuttall; I Am Jules Leotard
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Xavier learns that asking questions can lead to exciting discoveries; Xavier learns that it's normal to feel different emotions when it comes his turn to jump off the diving board. -
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Wild Kratts
Salamander Streaming
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
When the Tortuga shorts and powers down, Chris and Martin suggest salamander streaming. -
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Weather Hunters
The Leaf Painter
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
The Hunter kids head to the state park to learn why leaves change color. -
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André Rieu: Power of Love
Wednesday
Dec 10
2 Hours
André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra perform in Maastricht, Netherlands; music includes Verdi's Triumphal March of Aida, "Dancing on the Stars," a singalong of "Sweet Caroline" and "The Blue Danube." -
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Amanpour and Company
Wednesday
Dec 10
1 Hour
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders. -
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BBC News The Context
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
A regular panel of guests from across the political spectrum discuss the biggest international stories of the day, along with news-making interviews and analysis from BBC correspondents around the globe. -
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BBC News America
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Live news program produced out of BBC's Washington, D.C. bureau; host Sumi Somaskanda.
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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Miss Scarlet
The Rival
Wednesday
Dec 10
1 Hour
DI Alexander Blake arrives at Scotland Yard and kicks Eliza off the case of a missing Lord accused of murder; he has his own rule not to use private detectives and Eliza must convince the new boss that she is an invaluable resource. -
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Call the Midwife
Wednesday
Dec 10
1 Hour
It's summertime and during Violet's first event as mayor, a young mother goes into labor; during the chaos, May sneaks off and Shelagh receives an unexpected visit from her social worker. -
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Sanditon
Wednesday
Dec 10
1 Hour
Charlotte and Colbourne rush to Augusta's aid; Georgiana is reunited with a ghost from her past; Charlotte must make a difficult decision about her future. -
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Sanditon
Wednesday
Dec 10
1 Hour
Charlotte wants to tell Colbourne the truth about her feelings but a shocking revelation stops her in her tracks; Georgiana's worst fears come true when she realizes she has been abandoned. -
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Lucy Worsley's Royal Myths & Secrets
Marie Antoinette, The Doomed Queen
Wednesday
Dec 10
1 Hour
The myths and secrets that led Marie Antoinette to the guillotine. -
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BBC News The Context
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
A regular panel of guests from across the political spectrum discuss the biggest international stories of the day, along with news-making interviews and analysis from BBC correspondents around the globe. -
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BBC News America
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Live news program produced out of BBC's Washington, D.C. bureau; host Sumi Somaskanda. -
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Still Open All Hours
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Granville enlists Mr. Machin to help increase sales. -
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As Time Goes By
The Proposal
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Judith hesitates when Alistair proposes to her for a very odd reason.
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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America's Test Kitchen
French Chicken and Potatoes
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Poulet au vinaigre (chicken with vinegar); meat pounders; torte aux pommes de terre (French potato tart). -
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Cook's Country
Bread, Cheese and Meat Can't Be Beat
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Sliders; ketchup; croque monsieur. -
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Pati's Mexican Table
Izamal -- Gold & God
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
The city of Izamal features buildings painted in the same golden hue; venison tacos and poc chuk; a jeweler makes jewelry from his backyard plants. -
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This Old House
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Award-winning pros renovate homes with quality craftsmanship and the latest technology. -
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Finding Your Roots
Fighters
Wednesday
Dec 10
1 Hour
Terry Crews and Tony Danza discover they are not the first in their families to overcome adversity. -
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Finding Your Roots
Forgotten Journeys
Wednesday
Dec 10
1 Hour
John Leguizamo and Lena Waithe retrace the paths of their ancestors. -
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DW News
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Presenting a round-up of the most recent news and developments from across the world. -
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NHK Newsline
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
This daily news program, produced by Japanese public broadcaster NHK, focuses on headlines and current events in Japan and other Asian countries. English-speaking presenters also cover other areas of interest, including business news, science and technology trends, sports highlights, and global weather forecasts. -
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BBC News America
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Live news program produced out of BBC's Washington, D.C. bureau; host Sumi Somaskanda. -
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PBS News Hour
Wednesday
Dec 10
1 Hour
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
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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Amanpour and Company
Wednesday
Dec 10
1 Hour
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders. -
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To The Contrary
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
All-female news analysis of issues and policy affecting the U.S. -
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Energy Switch
Unconventional Wisdom
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Dr. Nate Hagens, Institute for the Study of Energy & Our Future; Tisha Schuller, CEO of Adamantine Energy. -
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REEL SOUTH
Stay Prayed Up
Wednesday
Dec 10
1 Hour
Lena Mae Perry, 83, leads The Branchettes, a North Carolina gospel group. -
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DW News
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Presenting a round-up of the most recent news and developments from across the world. -
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BBC News America
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Live news program produced out of BBC's Washington, D.C. bureau; host Sumi Somaskanda. -
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France 24
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Live feed from leading 24/7 international news and current affairs channel based in Paris, providing key information to understand ever-more complex global events through in-depth analysis and an international lens. -
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NHK Newsline
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
This daily news program, produced by Japanese public broadcaster NHK, focuses on headlines and current events in Japan and other Asian countries. English-speaking presenters also cover other areas of interest, including business news, science and technology trends, sports highlights, and global weather forecasts.
WETA PBS Kids
WETA PBS Kids features the best in children's television, all day every day.
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Donkey Hodie
Pet Rock Problem; Donkey Wonky Tea Party
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Cousin Hodie's pet rock Dotto goes missing; Donkey hosts a special tea party but forgets her pals' favorite teas and treats. -
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Donkey Hodie
The Goalies; Mousy Hodie
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Donkey and Panda set big goals to achieve throughout the day; Donkey shows Mousy how to play the Donkey Way. -
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Elinor Wonders Why
Leave It to Ari; Snow Friend
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Elinor learns that the forest does its own composting; Elinor and her friends want to build snow-friends but the snow isn't sticky enough. -
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Rosie's Rules
Fort Fuentes; Rosie's Derby Car
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
The Fuentes kids make a fort in the living room but disagree about what to put in it; Rosie and Javi build a car for a derby race. -
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Rosie's Rules
Rosie's Christmas in Mexico
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Rosie is so excited to celebrate Christmas with abuela in Mexico City that she forgets to bring her present. -
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The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About Christmas!
Wednesday
Dec 10
1 Hour
Based on the television series. -
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Alma's Way
Howard Flies the Coop; Supper Surprise
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Alma and her friends try to help Howard get over his fear of pigeons; Alma is invited to have dinner with André and his dad. -
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Lyla in the Loop
Happy Stu Day; Judge Lyla
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
The Loops celebrate the day they met Stu; Liana finds crumbs on Louisa's pillow and accuses her of taking the last cookie. -
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Weather Hunters
No Snow Snow Day
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
The Hunters head to a nearby mountain to learn about snow. -
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Odd Squad
Where There's a Wolf, There's a Way; New Jacket Required
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Olympia and Otis must go through vigorous training to travel to Potatoland; Ms O takes Otis to get a new jacket when his jacket starts to fall apart. -
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Skillsville
Occupational Therapist; Meteorologist
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
Three curious kids explore the world of video games and career possibilities. -
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Wild Kratts
Birds of a Feather
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
To save the birds of paradise, Aviva puts her dancing skills on the line. -
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Weather Hunters
No Snow Snow Day
Wednesday
Dec 10
30 Minutes
The Hunters head to a nearby mountain to learn about 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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