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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
New episodes every Wednesday on YouTube.
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
The Miniaturist
Anya Taylor-Joy, Romola Garai and Alex Hassell star in a telling of Jessie Burton’s book.
Wolf Hall
The acclaimed historical drama follows Thomas Cromwell, an enigmatic Tudor advisor.
The Child in Time
Benedict Cumberbatch stars as Stephen Lewis, a children’s books author who loses a child.
Endeavour
Shaun Evans charms audiences with his portrayal of the cerebral Detective Constable Morse.
Land Girls
Follow the lives, loves, highs, and lows of members of the Women’s Land Army during WWII
Seaside Hotel
The fate of guests and staff are intertwined at a beach hotel by the North Sea.
Atlantic Crossing
A princess steals the heart of the president of the United States in an eight-part drama.
Agatha and the Curse of Ishtar
Travel to the deserts of Iraq, where the writer unravels a series of mysterious murders.
Downton Abbey
The hit drama centers on a great English estate on the cusp of a vanishing way of life.
Agatha and the Midnight Murders
Discover the writer’s plan to sell a manuscript that kills off detective Hercule Poirot.
Miss Scarlet & The Duke
Kate Phillips and Stuart Martin star in the Victorian era crime drama.
The Trouble With Maggie Cole
See what happens when idle gossip escalates out of control.
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.
Royal Wives at War
Two strong women are drawn into a bitter feud over their two weak husbands.
Country Music
Hear the remarkable stories of the people and places behind a true American art form.
Margaret: The Rebel Princess
Follow this intimate two-part series profiling Princess Margaret.
Deepak Chopra: The Path to Enlightenment
Explore Dr. Chopra’s three-step plan to change lives and develop a higher vision for life.
Women War and Peace
Women, War & Peace challenges the conventional wisdom that war and peace are men’s domain.
In Their Own Words
Explore the lives and impact of the most transformative figures in modern history.
Coffee The Drink That Changed America
Explore America’s love affair with the bean that arrived not long after the Pilgrims
The Parent Show
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.
Songwriting with Soldiers
A collaborative of artists works with veterans to tell stories of war through song.
Stories from the Stage
Sharing extraordinary tales of what it means to be human.
Christmas at Belmont
Christmas at Belmont 2021 features Belmont University students performing holiday songs.
James McNeill Whistler and the Case for Beauty
Examine the life of the original art star.
State of the Art
Take a road trip to 1,000 destinations across America, and see what’s happening in art.
The Oratorio: A Documentary with Martin Scorsese
Martin Scorsese tells the story of a performance that introduced Italian opera to NYC.
From Sea to Shining Sea
Experience the USA’s grandeur with stunning visuals set to uplifting music and poetry.
The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band: 50 Years and Circlin’ Back
Celebrate the band’s hits along with special guests
Johnny Cash: A Night to Remember
Discover a never-before-seen Johnny Cash concert from 1973
Science & Nature
WDSE Doctors on Call
A panel of physicians discusses a variety of medical issues live, on-air…
Genius by Stephen Hawking
Genius with Stephen Hawking. You are smarter than you think.
Twice Born
Step inside the groundbreaking medical frontier that is fetal surgery.
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
Operation Maneater
Veterinarian Mark Evans uses technology to tackle three deadly predators.
Sinking Cities
A series examining how cities are preparing for the real-time effects of climate change.
Physics Girl
Physics videos for every atom and eve.
Extra Life: A Short History of Living Longer
Discover the story of a public health revolution that doubled the human lifespan.
On The Water Trail
Meet the people who are working to improve the waterway after decades of dumping sewage…
Surviving Disasters with Les Stroud
Les Stroud demonstrates how to prepare, survive and recover from natural disasters.
Europe’s New Wild
Explore the resurgence of iconic wildlife and natural processes across Europe.
When Disaster Strikes
See the mechanics of disaster relief from the heroes responding on the ground.
Food & Home
Great Gardening
Focused on the unique joys and challenges of gardening in Zone 3 and 4.
Easy Yoga with Peggy Cappy
Discover how yoga can aid anyone, of any age.
A Few Good Pie Places
A Few Great Bakeries
The Great Minnesota Recipe
Home chefs go head-to-head to create their unique version of the “typical Minnesota meal”, the hot dish.
The Lexicon of Sustainability
The Lexicon of Sustainability is based on a simple premise.
MotorWeek
Learn the fine points of the automotive world and get tips and advice on your car.
Pati’s Mexican Table
Pati embarks upon an exciting and entertaining journey into Mexico’s history and culture.
No Passport Required
Explore the diversity of immigrant traditions and cuisine woven through American culture.
PBS Parents
Parenting tips and fun kids activities from favorite PBS KIDS programs!
Yan Can Cook: Spice Kingdom
Chef Martin Yan explores how food and spices shaped western China.
Full-Time Kid
Explore fun games, activities, and hobbies with Mya.