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
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…
Great Gardening
The unique joys and challenges of gardening in Zone 3 and 4.
Dramas
Call the Midwife
Call the Midwife is a moving and intimate insight into the colorful world of midwifery.
Professor T
Eccentric psychology Professor T has a brilliant mind and an unpredictable nature.
Wolf Hall
The acclaimed historical drama follows Thomas Cromwell, an enigmatic Tudor advisor.
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.
Agatha and the Truth of Murder
Join the writer as she investigates the murder of Florence Nightingale’s goddaughter.
Around the World in 80 Days
David Tennant stars in a new adaptation of Jules Verne’s classic adventure novel.
Mercy Street
Season 2 of this Civil War-era drama explores the growing chaos within Alexandria.
Baptiste
Tcheky Karyo revives his role as French detective Julien Baptiste in this spinoff of “The
Howards End
Howards End is the story of two sisters and the men in their lives seeking love.
Dark Angel
This drama tells the true story of Victorian murderer Mary Ann Cotton (Joanne Froggatt).
Elizabeth Is Missing
Glenda Jackson stars as Maud, a woman determined to find her missing friend Elizabeth.
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
Lost Duluth
This is the story of people and places lost to history…
Making It Up North
In this WDSE-TV series, you’ll meet creative artists, artisans and entrepreneurs.
Shakespeare’s Tomb
Historian Dr. Helen Castor explores the mysteries surrounding Shakespeare’s burial place.
Family Pictures USA
Explore American cities, towns and rural communities through the lens of the family photo
Civilizations
Examine the formative role of art and the creative imagination in forging of humanity.
Charlotte Mansfield: A Woman Photographer Goes to War
Discover the remarkable story of the pioneering military career of Charlotte Dee Mansfield
Samantha Brown’s Places to Love
Samantha Brown celebrates Season 4 with five NEW 30-minute episodes.
Ground War
Learn the transformation of war technology and weaponry that has changed warfare.
Duluth Parks: An Outdoor Tradition
This documentary celebrates the city’s longstanding love affair with the outdoors…
Tiananmen: The People Versus the Party
Uncover the violent true story of the seven-week demonstration that changed China forever.
News & Public Affairs
Almanac North
Your source for in-depth conversations around issues and events that affect the Northland.
Minnesota Legislative Report
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.
For the Left Hand
Norman Malone launches a concert career 70 years after becoming paralyzed on one side.
StoryBored USA
Empowering diverse youth and millennials to tell their stories through arts and media.
Just a Mortal Man: The Jerry Lawson Story
Jerry Lawson was the original lead singer of the legendary group The Persuasions.
Ella Fitzgerald: Just One of Those Things
Follow the six-decade journey of the extraordinary performer.
Ella Wishes You a Swinging Christmas with Vanessa Williams
The American Pops Orchestra presents an evening celebrating the album of holiday classics.
The Nutcracker and the Mouse King
Alan Cumming recounts the origin story of how a prince got put into a nutcracker.
The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band: 50 Years and Circlin’ Back
Celebrate the band’s hits along with special guests
Yoshiki: Live at Carnegie Hall
Japanese musician Yoshiki packs Carnegie Hall for this stellar live concert performance.
Drawn to Write
Explore the stories behind the story as local author Felicia Schneiderhan…
Science & Nature
WDSE Doctors on Call
A panel of physicians discusses a variety of medical issues live, on-air…
Uranium Twisting the Dragons Tail
Explore one of the Earth’s most controversial elements: uranium.
Greta Thunberg: A Year to Change the World
Follow Greta Thunberg as she steps from behind the podium and onto the front lines.
Raw to Ready
Explore the science and innovation it takes to transform basic ingredients into machines.
Blue Sky Metropolis
“Blue Sky Metropolis” is the story of how aerospace was central to California’s growth.
Animal Babies: First Year on Earth
Follow 6 baby animals as they face the challenges of surviving their first year of life.
Stellar
Stellar is a miniseries that explores frontiers in space science and exploration.
Hot Mess
Hot Mess is a show about how climate change impacts all of us.
Follow the Water
Follow the Water is an adventure story with a profound environmental message.
Big Pacific
Plunge into the Pacific with researchers and cinematographers.
Weathered
Natural disasters and extreme weather can happen without warning. How can you prepare?
The Amazing Human Body
Explore the internal mechanics of the human body.
Food & Home
Great Gardening
The unique joys and challenges of gardening in Zone 3 and 4.
In Defense of Food
Michael Pollan explores a prescription for reversing the damage being done to peoples hea
Food Town
Spend 24 hours — sliced, fried and diced — inside Durham’s restaurant scene.
Eating In with Lidia
Lidia shares stories, tips, recipes and strategies on how to approach food and meal prep.
ChefSteps
ChefSteps is here to make you a better cook.
Ask This Old House
Ask This Old House solves the steady stream of home improvement problems faced by our view
Fit 2 Stitch
Explore fabrics and learn how to “weave” these fabrics into your life.
Good Gumbo
Good Gumbo is an exploration of the historical and cultural roots of southern food.
Sara’s Weeknight Meals
Host Sara Moulton shares tasty home-cooked meals, eaten with family and made with love.
A Few Great Bakeries
How She Rolls
Meet Carrie Morey — an award-winning baker, cookbook author and entrepreneur.
Parentalogic
Parenting is full of obstacles that can be hard to navigate—there’s no instruction manual.