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
Speedy Swimming; Strawberry Jam
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Elinor learns how webbed feet help ducks and other animals get around in the water; Elinor and Olive plan a camping breakfast for Elinor's dad's birthday. -
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Alma's Way
A Tale of Two Almas; The Longest Race
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Alma teaches Emi how to be like her, but now Emi won't stop imitating Alma; Alma tries to finish running the world's longest race. -
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Molly of Denali
Light Up the Night; Tracked and Found
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Trini is determined to learn an ice skating move; Tooey and his brothers use tracking skills to find their dad in the forest. -
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Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum
I Am James Naismith; I Am Temple Grandin
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Inventor James Naismith inspires Xavier, Yadina and Brad to invent their own game; Temple Grandin helps Yadina make friends with a new boy from her class, Ben. -
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Wild Kratts
In Search of the Easter Bunny
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
The Wild Kratts are busy coloring eggs for Easter; the bros think an adventure can be to go find the real Easter Bunny; Chris thinks it's the snowshoe hare, while Martin thinks it's the jackrabbit. -
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Weather Hunters
The Word on the Bird
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
The Hunters try to help an injured bird so it can join its friends migrating south for the winter. -
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Finding Your Roots
The Butterfly Effect
Wednesday
Apr 1
1 Hour
Actresses Debra Messing and Melanie Lynskey explore the stories of their ancestors whose bold decisions reshaped their families. -
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Henry David Thoreau
Several More Lives to Live
Wednesday
Apr 1
1 Hour
Thoreau returns to society, taking on roles as surveyor, scientist and abolitionist, and makes two more Maine trips; Thoreau writes with renewed energy as he faces a lifelong illness. -
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Amanpour and Company
Wednesday
Apr 1
1 Hour
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders. -
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BBC News The Context
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
A regular panel of guests from across the political spectrum discuss the biggest international stories of the day. -
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BBC World News America
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
A detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington, D.C.
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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Sanditon
Wednesday
Apr 1
1 Hour
An accident brings Charlotte Heywood to Sanditon, where she meets Tom and Sidney Parker; Lady Denham hosts a pineapple party for Miss Lambe; Edward's relatives complicate things; Charlotte and Sidney have an awkward encounter. -
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RFDS: Royal Flying Doctor Service
Wednesday
Apr 1
1 Hour
The team is called in to help when a man is injured and his 7-year-old son disappears in the outback; a search party helicopter crashes. -
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Murder in the Mountains
Break It Up
Wednesday
Apr 1
1 Hour
The death of the owner of an unusual new business venture in Kitzbuhel reveals relationship secrets. -
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Velvet
To Sew and to Sing
Wednesday
Apr 1
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Alberto struggles to accept Ana's relationship with Carlos; Raúl de la Riva returns trying to clear his good name. -
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Antiques Roadshow
Brodie Castle and Estate, Morayshire 1
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
A collection of items including a weighty shot put, a heavy hammer and a brooch presented by Queen Victoria in 1848. -
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BBC News The Context
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
A regular panel of guests from across the political spectrum discuss the biggest international stories of the day. -
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BBC World News America
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
A detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington, D.C. -
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Still Open All Hours
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
A trip to Scarborough presents Granville with an opportunity to combine business with pleasure as Mavis invites him to lunch at a seaside hotel. -
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As Time Goes By
Visiting Rocky
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer) invites Jean (Judi Dench) to meet his 85-year-old father (Frank Middlemass) who announces he's getting married again.
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
Unexpected Salads
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Broccoli salad with creamy avocado dressing; roasted radishes with yogurt-tahini sauce; inexpensive coffee makers; watermelon salad with Cotija and serrano chilies. -
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Cook's Country
Chicken and Biscuits
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Features one-batch fried chicken; strawberry spreads; North Carolina cheese biscuits. -
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Pati's Mexican Table
The Magic of Mata Ortiz
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
The basics of Mata Ortiz pottery; an asado de puerco feast. -
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This Old House
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Award-winning pros renovate homes with quality craftsmanship and the latest technology. -
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Henry David Thoreau
Being Alive
Wednesday
Apr 1
1 Hour
Thoreau finds solace in nature and writes two books at Walden Pond; over his two-year stay, an expedition to Maine and an act of civil disobedience protesting slavery reshape his idea of freedom. -
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Henry David Thoreau
Several More Lives to Live
Wednesday
Apr 1
1 Hour
Thoreau returns to society, taking on roles as surveyor, scientist and abolitionist, and makes two more Maine trips; Thoreau writes with renewed energy as he faces a lifelong illness. -
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DW News
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Presenting a round-up of the most recent news and developments from across the world. -
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NHK Newsline
Wednesday
Apr 1
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 World News America
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
A detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington, D.C. -
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PBS News Hour
Wednesday
Apr 1
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
Apr 1
1 Hour
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders. -
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To The Contrary
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
All-female news analysis of issues and policy affecting the U.S. -
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Energy Switch
Senators Talk Energy
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Politicians from different parties collaborate on climate and energy challenges; with Kay Bailey Hutchison and Joe Manchin. -
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Bridging Divides: Sharing Heartbeats
Wednesday
Apr 1
1 Hour
Six organizations unite people with different beliefs, experiences and opinions, and seek ways to bridge the issues and ideas that divide them. -
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AfroPoP: The Ultimate Cultural Exchange
Freedom Hill
Wednesday
Apr 1
1 Hour
The historical significance of Princeville, N.C., the first town incorporated by freed enslaved Africans in America. -
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The Secret Song
Wednesday
Apr 1
1 Hour
Doug Goodkin has taught music to pre-k through eighth grade children in San Francisco for 45 years, but his final year is interrupted by COVID-19. Goodkin and his students face new adversities and find a way to keep the music playing. -
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DW News
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Presenting a round-up of the most recent news and developments from across the world. -
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BBC World News America
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
A detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington, D.C. -
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France 24
Wednesday
Apr 1
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
Apr 1
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
The Fastest Fetcher; Bobbly Ball
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Bob Dog quits fetching after losing the "Fastest Fetcher" game show; Donkey and Panda get bored practicing Bobble Ball. -
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Donkey Hodie
Bob Dog's Balloon Bother; We Miss Panda
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Bob Dog runs inside when he sees Harriett's hot air balloon; the pals miss Purple Panda while he is away. -
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Elinor Wonders Why
The Fright Stuff; Doug the Mold
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
The kids each tell a spooky tale about a creature in nature who pretends to be scary; after Ari's sandwich grows mold, and he names it Doug, he's determined to learn more about it. -
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Rosie's Rules
Abuela's Birthday; Cat Mail
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Rosie tries to send Abuela a birthday party in the mail; Rosie tries to send Gatita in the mail. -
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Phoebe & Jay
Birthday Dance Surprise; The Green Pepper
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Phoebe plans a birthday surprise for Grandma; Phoebe and Jay must tend to the bell pepper in the garden. -
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Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum
I Am James Naismith; I Am Temple Grandin
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Inventor James Naismith inspires Xavier, Yadina and Brad to invent their own game; Temple Grandin helps Yadina make friends with a new boy from her class, Ben. -
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Molly of Denali
Stand Back Up; Seal Meal
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Molly faces big obstacles while training for a cross-country ski race; Molly and her family lose their lunch when a seal sneaks onto their boat and steals their food during a fishing trip. -
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Alma's Way
Cowboy Howard; Junior's Hair Salon
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Alma and Howard search for a Black cowboy in the Bronx; Alma and Junior open a play hair salon at home. -
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Lyla in the Loop
Stu's Up; Roll n' Scoot
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
Lyla trains Stu to help at the diner; Stu learns how to ride a scooter. -
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Weather Hunters
Cold Snap
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
The Hunters learn how temperatures can affect outdoor plants and gardens. -
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Odd Squad
Night Shift; Put Me in Coach
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
The agents find out that things are different at night at Odd Squad; agents visit unicorns in Cloud Town. -
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Wild Kratts
In Search of the Easter Bunny
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
The Wild Kratts are busy coloring eggs for Easter; the bros think an adventure can be to go find the real Easter Bunny; Chris thinks it's the snowshoe hare, while Martin thinks it's the jackrabbit. -
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Wild Kratts
Race for the Hippo Disc
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
The Wild Kratts search for a power disc lost on the African savannah. -
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Weather Hunters
Cold Snap
Wednesday
Apr 1
30 Minutes
The Hunters learn how temperatures can affect outdoor plants and gardens.
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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