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Almanac North
Your source for in-depth conversations around issues and events that affect the Northland.
The Great Minnesota Recipe
Home chefs go head-to-head to create their unique version of the “typical Minnesota meal”, the hot dish.
Minnesota Historia
Minnesota Historia is your guide to all things quirky in Minnesota’s past.
Great Gardening
Focused on the unique joys and challenges of gardening in Zone 3 and 4.
Northern Nights, Starry Skies
A visually stunning celebration of our spectacular starry skies…
The Slice
Take a fresh look at what’s happening all around you.
Native Report
An entertaining, informative series that celebrates Native American culture and heritage.
WDSE Doctors on Call
A panel of physicians discusses a variety of medical issues live, on-air…
Dramas
Prime Suspect – Tennison
Starring Stefanie Martini in the iconic role immortalized by Helen Mirren.
The Tunnel
Karl Roebuck and Elise Wassermann reunite for the finale of “The Tunnel.”
Guilt
A hit-and-run plunges brothers Max and Jake into a farcical cover-up.
Roadkill
Ambition knows no bounds, nor does corruption in a political thriller.
COBRA
Follow the British government committee COBRA as it overcomes a major national crisis.
Victoria
In 1837, a diminutive, neglected teenager rises to become a powerful monarch.
All Creatures Great and Small
James Herriot’s adventures as a veterinarian in 1930’s Yorkshire get a new TV adaptation.
Man In An Orange Shirt
Two love stories, sixty years apart, chart the challenges in gay lives in England.
The Unseen Alistair Cooke
Classic and contemporary literature is embodied in the British drama series “Masterpiece.”
Land Girls
Follow the lives, loves, highs, and lows of members of the Women’s Land Army during WWII
Poldark
Gallant hero Ross Poldark rides again in this reimagined MASTERPIECE classic.
Line of Separation
Tannbach in the 1960s. The Cold War is at its peak and the opponents are hostile
History & Culture
The Slice
Take a fresh look at what’s happening all around you.
Native Report
An entertaining, informative series that celebrates Native American culture and heritage.
Lost Duluth
This is the story of people and places lost to history…
Making It Up North
In this PBS North series, you’ll meet creative artists, artisans and entrepreneurs.
Future of Work: The Next Generation
Future of Work: The Next Generation is a digital series exploring the new world of work.
MN Hockey: Land of 10,000 Rinks
Drive through just about any community in northeastern Minnesota during the winter months.
The Day the ’60s Died
The historical, sociological, and political significance of the 1970 Kent State shootings.
Rare Finds
Rediscover the Arrowhead! Hit the Road for a Tour of 10 Historical Treasures.
Victoria & Albert: The Wedding
Celebrate the enduring love that changed British matrimonial ceremonies forever.
Lincoln @ Gettysburg
Explore how Lincoln used the telegraph to turned the tide of the Civil War.
Story of China
The Story of China explores the history of the world’s oldest continuous state.
The World of Wisdom and Wonder
Escape the stress of everyday life with scenes of nature set to music and words of wisdom.
News & Public Affairs
Almanac North
Your source for in-depth conversations around issues and events that affect the Northland.
Minnesota Legislative Report
Minnesota Legislative Report is the region’s longest-running public affairs program.
Opioids: Crisis in the Northland
Throughout the six-part miniseries, highlighting stories of those affected by opioids, inc
#MeToo, Now What?
Executive editor and host Zainab Salbi goes beyond the headlines about sexual harassment.
180 Days
An intimate portrait of this fledgling school’s day-to-day stories.
9/11 Inside the Pentagon
Learn what occurred behind the walls of one of America’s most secretive buildings on 9/11.
Above The Noise
Take a deeper look at research and facts behind controversial and trending news topics.
After Newtown
The questions of how to respond face us all.
Amanpour and Company
Amanpour and Company features conversations with leaders and decision makers.
America After Charleston
A PBS town hall exploring the complex issues surrounding recent events of Charleston, SC.
America After Ferguson
Join a town hall meeting to explore complex issues surrounding Michael Brown’s death.
America From Scratch
What if we made “America From Scratch” today rather than 250 years ago?
Arts & Music
Who Is Rainbow Trout?
The question – Who Is Rainbow Trout? – is a familiar one to fans of Rainbow Trout…
Northern Rhythms
Explore the unique natural landscapes of the Northland through music.
The PlayList Presents
Watch emerging local musicians from throughout Northern MN in this remix of the PlayList.
One Voice: The Songs We Share
Join us for a show celebrating uniquely American music.
Jazz
Ken Burns follows the growth and development of jazz music.
Sound Tracks
A journalistic adventure unearthing instruments, dance and music without borders.
State of the Art
Take a road trip to 1,000 destinations across America, and see what’s happening in art.
The Ornament of the World
See how Muslims, Jews, and Christians in medieval Spain forged a common cultural identity.
Icon: Music Through the Lens
Join us on a thrill ride through the amazing world of music photography.
Beat Making Lab
Make beats and travel the globe. Everything you need is in the backpack.
The St Olaf Christmas Festival
Experience one of the oldest musical celebrations of Christmas in the United States.
Tina Turner: One Last Time
Tina Turner’s final UK concert
Science & Nature
WDSE Doctors on Call
A panel of physicians discusses a variety of medical issues live, on-air…
Operation Maneater
Veterinarian Mark Evans uses technology to tackle three deadly predators.
Koko – The Gorilla Who Talks
Explore the story of Penny Patterson and Koko the gorilla.
Ghost Forests
In the high country, it’s an uphill battle to save the imperiled whitebark pine.
First Peoples
See how the mixing of prehistoric human genes led the way for our species.
Weathered
Natural disasters and extreme weather can happen without warning. How can you prepare?
Crash Course Computer Science
In this series, you will gain a better understanding of how far computers have taken us.
Sex in the Wild
Examine the reproductive behaviors and biology of four species.
Extinction: The Facts
David Attenborough explores the extinction crisis and how it drives pandemic diseases.
How Does It Grow
Telling the stories of our food from field to fork.
Beauty on the Wing: Life Story of the Monarch Butterfly
Explore every stage of the butterfly’s life cycle in vibrant close-up, from egg to adult
Human: The World Within
Explore the incredible universe inside each and every one of us.
Food & Home
Great Gardening
Focused on the unique joys and challenges of gardening in Zone 3 and 4.
Ask This Old House
Ask This Old House solves the steady stream of home improvement problems faced by our view
J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom
J Schwanke provides ideas on how to bring the beauty of flowers into your surroundings.
Let’s Talk Menopause
Get the tools and discover successful strategies to effectively cope with this new phase.
Original Fare
Yan Can Cook: Spice Kingdom
Chef Martin Yan explores how food and spices shaped western China.
A Craftsman’s Legacy
Join host Eric Gorges as he meets and learns from America’s finest craftsmen.
MotorWeek
Learn the fine points of the automotive world and get tips and advice on your car.
The Hook
Chef Ricky Moore traces the journey of the bonefish from ocean to plate.
Healthy Eating
The Healthy Lunchtime Challenge is a nationwide recipe contest for kids ages 8-12.
Parentalogic
Parenting is full of obstacles that can be hard to navigate—there’s no instruction manual.
Fit 2 Stitch
Explore fabrics and learn how to “weave” these fabrics into your life.