Shows & Documentaries
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Almanac North
Your source for in-depth conversations around issues and events that affect the Northland.
The Great Minnesota Recipe
Season 2 premieres on Thursday, June 8, 2023.
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 Chaperone
Society matron Norma Carlisle accompanies Louise Brooks to New York City.
Miss Scarlet & The Duke
Kate Phillips and Stuart Martin star in the Victorian era crime drama.
Line of Separation
Tannbach in the 1960s. The Cold War is at its peak and the opponents are hostile
Broadchurch
When a young boy is murdered, the focus turns to the small town of Broadchurch
Grantchester
Tom Brittney stars as a handsome vicar with a penchant for crime solving.
The Child in Time
Benedict Cumberbatch stars as Stephen Lewis, a children’s books author who loses a child.
Baptiste
Tcheky Karyo revives his role as French detective Julien Baptiste in this spinoff of “The
Endeavour
Shaun Evans charms audiences with his portrayal of the cerebral Detective Constable Morse.
Man In An Orange Shirt
Two love stories, sixty years apart, chart the challenges in gay lives in England.
RFDS: Royal Flying Doctor Service
Follow the heroes of the Royal Flying Doctor Service in the Australian outback.
The Woman in White
A young man encounters a ghostly woman dressed all in white on a moonlit road.
Guilt
A hit-and-run plunges brothers Max and Jake into a farcical cover-up.
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.
Armed in America: Police & Guns
Join PBS for a special Town Hall event examining the nations rising gun violence.
Black America Since MLK: And Still I Rise
In his four-hour series, BLACK AMERICA SINCE MLK: AND STILL I RISE, Henry Louis Gates,
Legacy List with Matt Paxton
Legacy List is a series about the hidden treasures found within our homes.
Deepak Chopra: The Path to Enlightenment
Explore Dr. Chopra’s three-step plan to change lives and develop a higher vision for life.
Passion Italy
A travelogue series that presents Italy through the passions of its people.
Chasing Shackleton
Follow a modern expedition recreating Sir Ernest Shackleton’s epic sea and land voyage.
1st to fight: Pacific War Marines
This film documents the experiences of 1st Marine Division veterans who fought in WWII.
Real Rail Adventures: Swiss Winter Magic
Jeff Wilson explores the construction marvels and visual majesty of the Swiss rail system.
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.
Bird: Not Out Of Nowhere
This film looks back at the 21 years Charlie “Bird” Parker spent at home in Kansas City.
River City Drumbeat
A powerful story of music, love, and legacies set in the American South.
Pasquale Esposito: In the Spirit of Christmas
Celebrate the holidays with the Italian-American tenor in a stunning concert from Naples.
StoryBored USA
Empowering diverse youth and millennials to tell their stories through arts and media.
The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band: 50 Years and Circlin’ Back
Celebrate the band’s hits along with special guests
Drawn to Write
Explore the stories behind the story as local author Felicia Schneiderhan…
Live From Lincoln Center
Bringing world-class performances to viewers nationwide.
Buddy Guy: True to the Blues
Meet the living legend of Chicago blues who inspired some of Rock’s greatest guitarists.
Songwriting with Soldiers
A collaborative of artists works with veterans to tell stories of war through song.
Science & Nature
WDSE Doctors on Call
A panel of physicians discusses a variety of medical issues live, on-air…
NOVA Labs
I Contain Multitudes
I Contain Multitudes
Sinking Cities
A series examining how cities are preparing for the real-time effects of climate change.
Genius by Stephen Hawking
Genius with Stephen Hawking. You are smarter than you think.
Gorongosa Park
Experience the inspiring rebirth of the African wilderness in Gorongosa National Park.
Weathered
Natural disasters and extreme weather can happen without warning. How can you prepare?
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.
Comet Encounter
Follow a once-in-a-lifetime event: Comet ISON’s brush with the sun.
Eons
From the dawn of life in the Archaean Eon through the Mesozoic Era — the so-called “Age of
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.
America’s Test Kitchen
Equipment reviews, taste tests, and recipes from the test kitchen to the home cook.
Roadfood
Join host Misha Collins to explore uniquely American dishes in each episode of Roadfood.
In Julia’s Kitchen With Master Chefs
Julia Child takes an in-depth look at contemporary American cooking with top chefs.
The Good Stuff
The most interesting science stories you won’t hear about in the news.
The Woodwright’s Shop
For more than 37 years, Roy Underhill has shared his love of American woodcraft.
Healthy Eating
The Healthy Lunchtime Challenge is a nationwide recipe contest for kids ages 8-12.
Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Television
Transform home cooking with the editors of Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Magazine.
The Great Minnesota Recipe
Season 2 premieres on Thursday, June 8, 2023.
Eating In with Lidia
Lidia shares stories, tips, recipes and strategies on how to approach food and meal prep.
Changing Season: On the Masumoto Family Farm
Chronicling a year with farmer and sansei, David Masumoto, and his daughter, Nikiko.
ChefSteps
ChefSteps is here to make you a better cook.