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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 Unseen Alistair Cooke
Classic and contemporary literature is embodied in the British drama series “Masterpiece.”
Van der Valk
Marc Warren stars in Van der Valk, an all-new series based on Nicolas Freeling’s legendary
Les Miserables
Dominic West, David Oyelowo, and Lily Collins star in Victor Hugo’s epic tale.
Agatha and the Midnight Murders
Discover the writer’s plan to sell a manuscript that kills off detective Hercule Poirot.
Poldark
Gallant hero Ross Poldark rides again in this reimagined MASTERPIECE classic.
The Child in Time
Benedict Cumberbatch stars as Stephen Lewis, a children’s books author who loses a child.
Victoria
In 1837, a diminutive, neglected teenager rises to become a powerful monarch.
Anne of Green Gables
Anne Shirley heads to school in the city, and Matthew and Marilla face emptiness.
Line of Separation
Tannbach in the 1960s. The Cold War is at its peak and the opponents are hostile
Dark Angel
This drama tells the true story of Victorian murderer Mary Ann Cotton (Joanne Froggatt).
Broadchurch
When a young boy is murdered, the focus turns to the small town of Broadchurch
Wolf Hall
The acclaimed historical drama follows Thomas Cromwell, an enigmatic Tudor advisor.
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.
Into the Night: Portraits of Life and Death
How do we live with death in our eye? Hear from nine people grappling with this question.
One Day in the American City
Dive deep into the real stories that shape urban America.
In This Place
From First Nation to First Generation, follow the unique origin and immigration stories
1st to fight: Pacific War Marines
This film documents the experiences of 1st Marine Division veterans who fought in WWII.
Tulsa: The Fire and the Forgotten
Learn about the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre on the one hundredth anniversary of the crime.
Impossible Builds
Learn about some of the world’s most ambitious and technologically advanced buildings.
The Queen at War
Learn how the longest reigning monarch in British history was shaped by World War II.
College Behind Bars
Men and women earn college degrees – and a chance at new beginnings – while incarcerated.
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.
Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents: A Swingin’ Sesame Street Celebration
Enjoy the music of “Sesame Street” with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.
Icon: Music Through the Lens
Join us on a thrill ride through the amazing world of music photography.
Renaissance Woman Restored
Follow the restoration of a magnificent renaissance mural created by a 16th-century nun.
Best of the 60s: Ready, Steady, Go!
Best of the 60s is a compilation from across the years of the iconic music series.
Queen Rock the World
Queen plays their greatest hits in a never-before-seen film of their 1977 tour.
State of the Art
Take a road trip to 1,000 destinations across America, and see what’s happening in art.
This Land is Your Land
Take a musical journey through the evolution of modern American folk music.
Gershwin Prize
The Library of Congress awards its Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.
Inside the Met
The largest art museum in the Americas prepares to celebrate its 150th birthday.
Science & Nature
WDSE Doctors on Call
A panel of physicians discusses a variety of medical issues live, on-air…
Alzheimer’s: The Caregiver’s Perspective
Caretakers’ experiences in the world of dementia — from diagnosis to the long goodbye.
Earth Emergency
This revealing film examines how human activity is setting off dangerous warming loops.
Wonders of Mexico
Journey across Mexico to discover its amazing wildlife and culture.
Physics Girl
Physics videos for every atom and eve.
Secret Life of Scientists and Engineers
Today’s scientists and engineers reveal their lives behind the lab coats and test tubes.
Adaptation
Visit communities around the world as they adapt to climate change in surprising ways.
Expedition
Join Steve Backshall in uncharted territory to uncover the world’s last unknown places.
Humanity from Space
Trace humankind’s long journey from hunter-gatherer to dominant global species.
Be Smart
We give you deep answers to simple questions about science and the rest of the universe.
Life on Fire
A close up look at volcanoes and their effect on the environment around them.
Outback
Journey with the people and animals of Australia’s Kimberley region.
Food & Home
Great Gardening
Focused on the unique joys and challenges of gardening in Zone 3 and 4.
Parentalogic
Parenting is full of obstacles that can be hard to navigate—there’s no instruction manual.
Full-Time Kid
Explore fun games, activities, and hobbies with Mya.
Kevin Belton’s Cookin’ Louisiana
Kevin Belton makes Seafood Crepes, Stuffed Crab and Louisiana Oyster Stew.
Let’s Talk Menopause
Get the tools and discover successful strategies to effectively cope with this new phase.
Changing Season: On the Masumoto Family Farm
Chronicling a year with farmer and sansei, David Masumoto, and his daughter, Nikiko.
Jamie Oliver Together
This series is the ultimate guide to bringing people together through delicious food.
George Hirsch Lifestyle
Chef George Hirsch shares tips for the home cook and better-living enthusiast.
Eating In with Lidia
Lidia shares stories, tips, recipes and strategies on how to approach food and meal prep.
Fit 2 Stitch
Explore fabrics and learn how to “weave” these fabrics into your life.
The Victory Garden
From the garden to the kitchen, get the latest tips, solutions and recipes on going green.
Joyful Pain Free Living with Lee Albert
Lee Albert addresses three systems of the body that contribute to pain, stress and aging.