Shows & Documentaries
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Almanac North
Your source for in-depth conversations around issues and events that affect the Northland.
Native Report
An entertaining, informative series that celebrates Native American culture and heritage.
Minnesota Legislative Report
Minnesota Legislative Report is the region’s longest-running public affairs program.
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…
WDSE Doctors on Call
A panel of physicians discusses a variety of medical issues live, on-air…
The Slice
Take a fresh look at what’s happening all around you.
Intersections
Highlighting community members from across Northern Minnesota…
Dramas
The Long Song
A series based on Andrea Levy’s award-winning novel about the end of slavery in Jamaica.
Press
Charlotte Riley, Ben Chaplin and David Suchet star in this six-part drama.
Beecham House
Tom Bateman stars as John Beecham in the new drama coming to MASTERPIECE.
Jamestown
Follow the lives of three women in colonial Jamestown.
Endeavour
Shaun Evans charms audiences with his portrayal of the cerebral Detective Constable Morse.
The Chaperone
Society matron Norma Carlisle accompanies Louise Brooks to New York City.
Anne of Green Gables
Anne Shirley heads to school in the city, and Matthew and Marilla face emptiness.
Flesh and Blood
Imelda Staunton and Francesca Annis star in a juicy mystery about the perils of late-life
Victoria
In 1837, a diminutive, neglected teenager rises to become a powerful monarch.
The Durrells in Corfu
Keeley Hawes stars as an intrepid widow who moves her family to a sunny Greek island.
Agatha and the Truth of Murder
Join the writer as she investigates the murder of Florence Nightingale’s goddaughter.
The Woman in White
A young man encounters a ghostly woman dressed all in white on a moonlit road.
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.
Lost Iron Range
In many ways, the story of the Iron Range of northern Minnesota is the story of America.
Not Done: Women Remaking America
Chart the last 5 years of the women’s movement and its intersectional fight for equality.
Cities of Light: The Rise and Fall of Islamic Spain
Take an epic journey into one of the most captivating periods of world history.
Muhammad Ali
Muhammad Ali brings to life the boxing champion who became an inspiration across the globe
Day of Days: June 6, 1944
Four D-Day veterans to share their experiences in remembrance of the Normandy landing.
The People’s Protectors
Four Native American veterans reflect on their experiences during the Vietnam War.
The 1900 Island
In THE 1900 ISLAND, four families go “back in time” to the start of the 20th century
Slavery by Another Name
Slavery by Another Name explores new forms of de facto slavery after the Civil War.
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.
Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir
Celebrate a star-studded Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir.
Heart: Live at the Royal Albert Hall
Celebrate this first-ever live performance of the band in London’s famous venue in 2016.
The 86th Annual Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards
Join host Henry Louis Gates, Jr. for a celebration of the 86th Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards.
Inside the Met
The largest art museum in the Americas prepares to celebrate its 150th birthday.
Sound Field
Music teachers explore the culture behind our favorite songs and musical styles.
United in Song
Ring in the New Year with music that celebrates our nation’s diversity.
State of the Art
Take a road trip to 1,000 destinations across America, and see what’s happening in art.
Crash Course Theater
Welcome to Crash Course Theater where we learn about the history of the dramatic arts!
Making a New American NUTCRACKER
Join narrator Neve Campbell to discover how the Joffrey Ballet brought this piece to life.
Science & Nature
WDSE Doctors on Call
A panel of physicians discusses a variety of medical issues live, on-air…
When Whales Walked: Journeys in Deep Time
Discover the evolutionary secrets of some of the world’s most majestic creatures.
On The Water Trail
Meet the people who are working to improve the waterway after decades of dumping sewage…
Autumnwatch New England
In this live production, travel to the colorful landscapes of New England.
Follow the Water
Follow the Water is an adventure story with a profound environmental message.
Mysteries of Mental Illness
Mysteries of Mental Illness explores the story of mental illness in science and society.
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
Magical Land of Oz
Burrow into the magical depths of Australian animal life.
Hot Mess
Hot Mess is a show about how climate change impacts all of us.
Infinite Series
Mathematician Kelsey Houston-Edwards shares information to help understand the world.
Wild Weather
The best way to truly understand weather is to get inside it.
Blue Sky Metropolis
“Blue Sky Metropolis” is the story of how aerospace was central to California’s growth.
Food & Home
Great Gardening
Focused on the unique joys and challenges of gardening in Zone 3 and 4.
Step It Up with Steph
A weekly dose of health, diet and fitness instruction, STEP IT UP WITH STEPH helps viewers
ChefSteps
ChefSteps is here to make you a better cook.
Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Television
Transform home cooking with the editors of Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Magazine.
PBS Parents
Parenting tips and fun kids activities from favorite PBS KIDS programs!
Undiscovered Haiti with Jose Andres
José Andrés discovers the history and culture of Haiti through its unique cuisine.
No Passport Required
Explore the diversity of immigrant traditions and cuisine woven through American culture.
Sara’s Weeknight Meals
Host Sara Moulton shares tasty home-cooked meals, eaten with family and made with love.
Simply Ming
Host Ming Tsai prepares dishes using ingredients from his East-Wbe provided
The Woodwright’s Shop
For more than 37 years, Roy Underhill has shared his love of American woodcraft.
Antiques Roadshow
ANTIQUES ROADSHOW is part adventure, part history lesson, and part treasure hunt!
Fit 2 Stitch
Explore fabrics and learn how to “weave” these fabrics into your life.