ArthurBased on the books by Marc Brown, these are the adventures of Arthur, an 8-year-old aardvark, and his family and friends as they grow up and learn how to be good neighbors to one another.
Mercy StreetBased on real events, Mercy Street takes viewers beyond the battlefield and into the lives of Americans on the Civil War home front as they face the unprecedented challenges of one of the most turbulent times in our nation's history.Set in Virginia in the spring of 1862, the…
Washington Week with The AtlanticOn Washington Week (formerly Washington Week with Gwen Ifill) guest journalists weigh in on issues of the week in this venerable roundtable, the first program ever fed by PBS (previously it had aired on WETA-TV in Washington, D.C., and other East Coast public stations). Though…
Bill Nye: The Science GuyComedian/scientist Bill Nye stars as the host of this show designed to get kids interested in the science of everyday, and some not-so-everyday, things. On a full range of subjects, including ecology, biology, chemistry and physics, Nye gives an easy-to-understand, yet…
The Magic School BusA classroom taught by Ms. Valerie Frizzle is always fun and exciting. The colorful teacher owns a Magic School Bus which can transform into different things like a spaceship, a battery, or even an alligator! These things can help Ms. Frizzle with visual teaching methods as she…
Rivers of LifeExperience the extraordinary animals, epic landscapes, and remarkable people who live alongside three iconic rivers--the Amazon, the Nile and the Mississippi in this landmark three-part series.
Planeta solitarioGlobe Trekker is an award-winning travel TV show that takes you off the beaten track, up close and personal to hundreds of destinations around the world.
Super WHY!Wyatt and his pals, the Super Readers, solve problems by consulting classic stories such as Little Miss Muffet, Hansel and Gretel and more.
BaseballKen Burns relates the history of baseball in a fashion similar to that of his Civil War mini series. Old-time photos and illustrations depict the games early years, while newsreels and video clips highlight more recent developments. Players and participants speak in their own…
El Gato Ensombrerado viaja por todos ladosGo on fun adventures with Sally and Nick, who make real science discoveries within a Seussian world, with a Cat as their guide. Not any old cat, of course, but a cat in a breed (and a hat) all his own, Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat!
RidleyRidley follows charismatic Detective Inspector Alex Ridley, who is retiring from the police after years of dedicated service. After twenty-five years as a homicide copper, Ridley has been nudged out of the job he loves. But the prospect of retirement is not a particularly…
The Future of NatureThe Future of Nature takes a rare look at the vital role of carbon in our planet, and the power of nature in helping to restore and stabilize our ecosystems.
El universo eleganteBrian Greene, a Columbia University physics professor and best-selling author of The Elegant Universe, hosts this fascinating exploration of string theory, beginning with an overview of general physics concepts. Greene then moves on to a straightforward and visually stimulating…
MotorWeekMotorWeek is an American automotive television series. The program premiered on October 15, 1981 and is hosted by automotive journalist John H. Davis, who is also the series' creator and executive producer. MotorWeek is produced by Maryland Public Television and is seen…
Odd SquadOdd Squad is a Canadian/American children's live action television series that premiered on TVOKids in Canada and PBS Kids in the United States on November 26, 2014, both on the same day. The series is created by Tim McKeon and Adam Peltzman and is co-produced by The Fred Rogers…
Barney y sus amigosBarney & Friends is an American children's television series aimed at children from ages 1 to 8. The series, features the title character Barney, a purple anthropomorphic Tyrannosaurus rex who conveys educational messages through songs and small dance routines with a friendly,…
A Capitol FourthAmerica's favorite Independence Day celebration, A Capitol Fourth puts viewers front and center for the greatest display of fireworks anywhere in the nation. A Capitol Fourth is broadcast live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, before a concert audience of hundreds of…
The Gene: An Intimate HistoryThe Gene: An Intimate History brings vividly to life the story of today's revolution in medical science through present-day tales of patients and doctors at the forefront of the search for genetic treatments, interwoven with a compelling history of the discoveries that made this…
Extra Life: A Short History of Living LongerExtra Life: A Short History of Living Longer examines the science and medical innovations that conquered some of the world's deadliest diseases and doubled life expectancies for many across the globe.
Eyes on the PrizeEyes on the Prize is an award-winning 14-hour television series produced by Blackside and narrated by Julian Bond. Through contemporary interviews and historical footage, the series covers all of the major events of the civil rights movement from 1954-1985. Series topics range…
NOVA WondersNOVA Wonders takes viewers on a journey to the frontiers of science, where researchers are tackling some of the biggest questions about life and the cosmos. From the mysteries of astrophysics to the secrets of the body to the challenges of inventing technologies that could rival…
Native AmericaNative America explores the world created by America's First Peoples. The four part series reaches back 15,000 years to reveal massive cities aligned to the stars, unique systems of science and spirituality, and 100 million people connected by social networks spanning two…
Country MusicCountry Music chronicles the history of a uniquely American art form, rising from the experiences of remarkable people in distinctive regions of our nation. From southern Appalachia's songs of struggle, heartbreak and faith to the rollicking western swing of Texas, from…
College Behind BarsShot over four years in maximum and medium security prisons in New York State, the four-hour film takes viewers on a stark and intimate journey into one of the most pressing issues of our time – our failure to provide meaningful rehabilitation for the over two million Americans…
The Great American RecipeHosted by Alejandra Ramos, this eight-part cooking competition series celebrates the multiculturalism that makes American food unique and iconic, giving talented home cooks from different regions of the country the opportunity to showcase their beloved signature dishes and…
Rick Steves' EuropeRick Steves has been the "travel guinea pig" for American Public Television since Travels in Europe with Rick Steves debuted in April of 1991. He continues his travels under a new title, but it's obviously the same format. Rick shows some out-of-the-way places the average…
Sara's Weeknight MealsRenowned chef, television personality, magazine editor and cookbook author Sara Moulton brings her signature warmth and informative style back to public television in her new series, Sara's Weeknight Meals. Based on her book, Sara's Secrets for Weeknight Meals, Sara and her…
Big Cats 24/7Big Cats 24/7 follows the lives of lions, cheetahs and leopards in the Okavango Delta, Botswana, a place described as one of Africa's last wildernesses. With extraordinary, unparalleled access in a rarely visited area and the opportunity to film from the ground, the air and…
Lidia's Kitchen"Lidia's Kitchen" is the quintessential culinary masterclass with beloved chef, Emmy-winning TV host, and author Lidia Bastianich as your private chef-instructor. In this comprehensive series, Lidia's passion for teaching is evident. She not only describes proper techniques to…
JazzThis series explores the history of the major American musical form. We track its development in African American culture, its rise to prominence with its golden age of popularity spanning from the 1920's to the mid 1940's both in its original form and in Swing through its…
