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
Us
Tom Hollander and Saskia Reeves star in an adaptation of David Nicholls’ novel.
Unforgotten
Police officers investigate the murder of a boy whose diary implicates four couples.
Van der Valk
Marc Warren stars in Van der Valk, an all-new series based on Nicolas Freeling’s legendary
The Chaperone
Society matron Norma Carlisle accompanies Louise Brooks to New York City.
Resistance
Resistance tells the story of a group of young heroes fighting for freedom.
Prime Suspect – Tennison
Starring Stefanie Martini in the iconic role immortalized by Helen Mirren.
CLOWN by Quentin Blake
On Christmas Eve, Clown goes on a journey to find a new home for himself and his friends.
Howards End
Howards End is the story of two sisters and the men in their lives seeking love.
Seaside Hotel
The fate of guests and staff are intertwined at a beach hotel by the North Sea.
Guilt
A hit-and-run plunges brothers Max and Jake into a farcical cover-up.
Line of Separation
Tannbach in the 1960s. The Cold War is at its peak and the opponents are hostile
The Long Song
A series based on Andrea Levy’s award-winning novel about the end of slavery in Jamaica.
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.
Frank Lloyd Wright
This two-part documentary explores the life of one of America’s greatest architects.
History Detectives
Investigate gaps in national history and cultural legends with the country’s top sleuths.
Omaha Beach: Honor and Sacrifice
Seven decades after Allied victory at Omaha Beach, veterans return to Normandy.
Latino Americanos
What I Hear When You Say
Explore how words can both unite and divide based on our own perspective and experiences.
The Statue of Liberty
Explore the creation of the Statue of Liberty and what it represents to all Americans.
Family Travel with Colleen Kelly
FAMILY TRAVEL WITH COLLEEN KELLY features destinations that cater to families.
Finding Your Roots
Join Henry Louis Gates, Jr. in Finding Your Roots on PBS!
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.
Dolly Parton: I Will Always Love You
Dolly Parton: I Will Always Love You
PBS For The Arts
Join us as we celebrate the resiliency of the arts in America.
Sound Field
Music teachers explore the culture behind our favorite songs and musical styles.
State of the Art
Take a road trip to 1,000 destinations across America, and see what’s happening in art.
The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band: 50 Years and Circlin’ Back
Celebrate the band’s hits along with special guests
Wynonna Judd: Concert from My Place
Join the country legend and special guests for a concert from her home outside Nashville.
ART21
Art21 showcases today’s contemporary visual artists and their groundbreaking creations.
For the Left Hand
Norman Malone launches a concert career 70 years after becoming paralyzed on one side.
Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents: A Swingin’ Sesame Street Celebration
Enjoy the music of “Sesame Street” with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.
Science & Nature
WDSE Doctors on Call
A panel of physicians discusses a variety of medical issues live, on-air…
Wild Weather
The best way to truly understand weather is to get inside it.
Ozone Hole: How We Saved the Planet
The remarkable story of the deadly hole in the ozone layer – and how we managed to fix it.
Animal Babies: First Year on Earth
Follow 6 baby animals as they face the challenges of surviving their first year of life.
Your Inner Fish
Our body is the legacy of our ancient animal ancestors. Meet them in this series.
Koko – The Gorilla Who Talks
Explore the story of Penny Patterson and Koko the gorilla.
Niall Ferguson’s Networld
Niall Ferguson explores the history of social networks.
Saving the Ocean
Neanderthal
See what our ancient ancestors looked like and what would have happened when we met them.
Adaptation
Visit communities around the world as they adapt to climate change in surprising ways.
Ancient Skies
Learn how centuries of knowledge helped our ancestors understand the mysteries of space.
NOVA Labs
Food & Home
Great Gardening
Focused on the unique joys and challenges of gardening in Zone 3 and 4.
Julia Child: Cooking With Master Chefs
Somewhere South
Vivian Howard takes viewers on a culinary tour of the South through cross-cultural dishes.
PBS Parents
Parenting tips and fun kids activities from favorite PBS KIDS programs!
Dishing with Julia Child
Today’s chefs share insightful, funny and personal comments in appreciation of the Julia C
Food – Delicious Science
Food – Delicious Science is the scientific story of your next meal.
Original Fare
Cooking in Concert
Julia Child joins Jacques Pepin and Graham Kerr
Kevin Belton’s Cookin’ Louisiana
Kevin Belton makes Seafood Crepes, Stuffed Crab and Louisiana Oyster Stew.
The French Chef with Julia Child
PBS Passport Presents: Learn to cook from Julia Child in episodes from the original series
The Good Stuff
The most interesting science stories you won’t hear about in the news.
A Few Great Bakeries