TV Listings

WETA PBS in April

Listings are accurate as of press time. For latest schedules, visit weta.org/schedule or call 703-998-2724.

WETA PBS is devoted to children’s educational programming 8 a.m.–3 p.m., Monday-Friday. For 24 hours of children’s programming each day, tune in to the WETA PBS Kids channel. See page 18 for information.

Program Key

Blue type — WETA productions, co-productions and presentations. R — Repeat of recent programming.

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Sunday

6AM-9AM WETA KIDS PROGRAMMING

9AM WHITE HOUSE CHRONICLE

9:30 TO THE CONTRARY WITH BONNIE ERBE

10AM THIS IS AMERICA AND THE WORLD WITH DENNIS WHOLEY

10:30 THE OPEN MIND

11AM FIRING LINE WITH MARGARET HOOVER — Repeats Saturdays, 6:30am

11:30 TO DINE FOR WITH KATE SULLIVAN

12N SECRETS OF THE DEAD: LADY SAPIENS — The history series spotlights new science and research about prehistoric women. R

Sundays at 9 p.m. on WETA PBS & WETA Metro

The final season of Masterpiece drama Sanditon (above) continues through April 23; additional Sunday dramas Call the Midwife (8 p.m.) and Marie Antoinette (10 p.m.) continue into the first week of May.

1 Saturday

6AM WASHINGTON WEEK R

6:30 FIRING LINE WITH MARGARET HOOVER — R

7AM PBS NEWSHOUR R

8AM JOSEPH ROSENDO’S TRAVELSCOPE

8:30 RICK STEVES’ EUROPE

9AM THIS OLD HOUSE + ASK THIS OLD HOUSE

10AM IT’S ACADEMIC — See tonight’s 7 p.m. listing.

10:30 MOTOR WEEK

11AM HOW SHE ROLLS

11:30 K EVIN BELTON’S COOKIN’ LOUISIANA

12N A CHEF’S LIFE

12:30 CHRISTOPHER KIMBALL’S MILK STREET TELEVISION

1:00 NICK STELLINO: STORYTELLER

1:30 LIDI A’S KITCHEN

2:00 IN JULI A’S KITCHEN WITH MASTER CHEFS

2:30 S ARA’S WEEKNIGHT MEALS

3:00 JOANNE WEIR’S PLATES AND PLACES

3:30 NE W SCANDINAVIAN COOKING

4:00 COOK’S COUNTRY FROM AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN

4:30 AMERICA’S TEST KITCHEN FROM COOK’S ILLUSTRATED

5:00 PATI’S MEXICAN TABLE

5:30 S AMANTHA BROWN’S PLACES TO LOVE

6:00 PBS NEWS WEEKEND — John Yang anchors.

6:30 WASHINGTON WEEK R

7:00 IT’S ACADEMIC — The TV quiz show showcases the academic achievements of local D.C.-area high school students. Journalist Hillary Howard hosts. Competing this week are Einstein, Bishop Ireton and Loudoun Valley high schools. Repeats 11pm tonight; Mondays, 3pm on WETA PBS, 7pm on WETA Metro

7:30 HISTORY WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN, SEASON 4 —

Episode 10 of 10 Lynne Cheney R

8:00 TAKEN HOSTAGE: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE — Revisit the Iran hostage crisis, when 52 Americans were held hostage at the U.S. Embassy in Tehran. Part 1 of 2. Explore how America’s quarter-century of unwavering support for its ally, the Shah of Iran, set the stage for the crisis after the violent Islamic revolution that overthrew him in 1979. Repeats midnight; Sun 4/2, 11pm

10:00 FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR., SERIES 9 — Encore episode: Hidden Kin (Julia Roberts and Edward Norton).

11:00 IT’S ACADEMIC — See the 7 p.m. listing. R

11:30 HISTORY WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN, SEASON 4 —

Episode 10 of 10 Lynne Cheney R

12M TAKEN HOSTAGE: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE — Part 1 of 2 R

1:00 JONI MITCHELL: THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS GERSHWIN PRIZE FOR POPULAR SONG — In this WETA coproduction, singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell receives the 2023 Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song at an all-star tribute filmed at DAR Constitution Hall on March 1 in Washington, D.C. Performers included James Taylor, Brandi Carlile, Annie Lennox, Herbie Hancock, Cyndi Lauper, Marcus Mumford, Graham Nash, Diana Krall, Angélique Kidjo, Ledisi, and Lucius. R

2:30 GREAT PERFORMANCES AT THE MET: LA TRAVIATA — The new Met production of Verdi’s beloved tragedy stars soprano Nadine Sierra as Violetta, the consumptive heroine fighting to find true happiness. Tenor Stephen Costello portrays Violetta’s ardent yet impetuous lover, Alfredo, and baritone Luca Salsi rounds out the principal cast as Alfredo’s disapproving father.

5:00 THE CHAVIS CHRONICLES — A talk show hosted by award-winning journalist, civil rights icon, and intellectual influencer Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. features interviews with thought leaders.

5:30 A SE AT AT THE TABLE — A talk show series featuring hosts Denene Millner, Monica Pearson and Christine White gives voice to African American women’s diverse experiences, perspectives and challenges.

6:00 PBS NEWS WEEKEND — John Yang anchors. Repeats Monday, 7am

6:30 HISTORY WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN, SEASON 4 — Episode 10 of 10 Lynne Cheney R

7:00 TELL ME MORE WITH KELLY CORRIGAN — In this WETA presentation, New York Times bestselling author Kelly Corrigan interviews influential people. Lisa Feldman Barrett, Neuroscientist; plus a Series 3 encore.

8:00 C ALL THE MIDWIFE, SERIES 12 — Part 3 of 8. As she sets about helping a mother whose newborn baby is suffering from a clotting disorder, Nancy is harboring a secret of her own. Sister Veronica meets a newlywed on her rounds, and the case shocks the women of Nonnatus house.

9:00 SANDITON ON MASTERPIECE, SERIES 3 — The third and final season of the drama — based on Jane Austen’s final, incomplete novel — continues. Part 3 of 6. The day of Georgiana’s trial arrives, and she gets a surprise visit from an old friend. Colbourne’s shooting party goes ahead, and as he gets closer to Lydia, Charlotte must confront all that she’s lost.

10:00 M ARIE ANTOINETTE — Transforming from a Dauphine to the Queen of Style, Marie Antoinette must learn the rules of the Court and attempt to recreate Versailles in her image. But her successes provoke jealousy and rivalry. Part 3 of 8. Pick a Princess. The Royal Family goes on holiday at Fontainebleau. Marie Antoinette discovers du Barry’s plan to welcome Provence’s betrothed. Antoinette’s escalating hostilities with du Barry threaten her relationship with the King.

11:00 TAKEN HOSTAGE: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE — Part 1 of 2 R

3 Monday

WEEKDAYS IN APRIL:

6AM NHK NE WSLINE

6:30AM BBC NEWS

7AM (Mondays:) PBS NEWS WEEKEND

7:30 (Mondays:) WASHINGTON WEEK — R

7AM (Tuesdays-Saturdays:) PBS NEWSHOUR — R

8AM-3PM WETA KIDS PROGRAMMING

3PM (Mondays:) IT’S ACADEMIC

5PM AM ANPOUR AND COMPANY — Rpt of previous night

6PM BBC NEWS

6:30 BBC NEWS AMERICA

7:00 PBS NEWSHOUR — Each weeknight, the WETA production provides in­depth analysis of current events with a news summary, live studio interviews and discussions of domestic and international issues. Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett anchor. Visit pbs.org/newshour Rpts next day, 7am

8:00 ANTIQUES ROADSHOW: IDAHO BOTANICAL GARDEN, HOUR 1 — Gem State treasures sparkle at Idaho Botanical Garden, including a discovery worth up to $80,000.

9:00 GE T OUT OF TOWN — Mother­daughter duo Laurita and Lauren Portee host this new WETA travel and adventure series that offers a guide to getaways to delightful destinations within a half­day’s drive of Washington, D.C. Episode 1 of 8: Laurel Highlands, PA. The hosts drive to Southwest Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands to soak up views, world­class architecture and local history. They stay at Oak Lodge and Falling Rock at Nemacolin, enjoy local meals at The Darlington Inn and Out of the Fire Café, and take a tour of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater. The adventure includes summer tubing, mini golf, and meeting some local animals.

9:30 WETA ARTS — This month on WETA Arts, tour the Rubell Museum — a new contemporary art museum in Southwest D.C. — and meet its founders; get to know aerialist, weaver, and installation artist Kirsty Little at her Mt. Rainier, Maryland studio; and hear from Molly Smith, the artistic director of Washington, D.C.’s Arena Stage. Repeats Sun 4/9, 3:30pm; Mon 4/17, 9:30pm

10:00 L A FRONTERA WITH PATI JINICH, SERIES 2 — Savor the sights, sounds and flavors of the U.S.­Mexico borderlands alongside chef Pati Jinich in a new season of explorations. Part 1 of 3. Fronterizos of the Golden Coast. Jinich travels the California part of the border, meeting the people of the Golden Coast to experience the melding of cultures, cross­border collaborations, and the region’s explosive growth.

11:00 AM ANPOUR AND COMPANY — Capping primetime programming each weeknight, Christiane Amanpour leads conversations with global thought leaders on contemporary issues. Repeats next weekday, 5pm 4 Tuesday

8:00 FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR., SERIES 9 — In the season­ending episode of this WETA co­production, join Harvard scholar Henry Louis Gates,

Jr., as he delves into the genealogy of famous Americans. Episode 10 of 10. Out of the Past. Gates uncovers the lost roots of actors Billy Crudup and Tamera Mowry­Housley, traveling back generations to recount significant events in history — from the American Revolution to the journey of the Mayflower — in a deeply personal way. Repeats Sun 4/9, 4pm

9:00 THE SUN QUEEN: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE — Learn about inventor Mária Telkes, who spent nearly 50 years exploring how to harness the sun’s power. Battling sexism at MIT, she persevered to design the first successfully solar­heated house in 1948 and held more than 20 patents.

10:00 FRONTLINE: AMERICA AND THE TALIBAN — Frontline investigates how America’s 20­year investment in Afghanistan culminated in Taliban victory. Drawing on decades of on­the­ground reporting, and interviews with Taliban and U.S. officials, the program reports on missteps and consequences. Part 1 of 3. Part 2 airs April 11. Part 3 airs April 25.

5 Wednesday

8:00 N ATURE: REMARKABLE RABBITS — There are more than 100 domestic and wild kinds of rabbits and hares, from snowshoe hares to Flemish giants. Despite their remarkable ability to reproduce, many wild rabbits are in danger of being eradicated.

9:00 NOVA: ARCTIC SINKHOLES — Scientists investigate colossal explosions in Siberia and other evidence that rapidly melting soil in the Arctic is releasing vast amounts of methane, a potent greenhouse gas. What are the implications for our climate future?

10:00 SECRETS OF THE DEAD: LEONARDO, THE MAN WHO SAVED SCIENCE — Leonardo da Vinci is well known for his inventions as well as his art. But new evidence shows that many of his ideas were realized long before he sketched them out in his notebooks — some even 1,700 years before. Where did his concepts come from?

6 Thursday

8:00 AGATHA CHRISTIE’S MARPLE: MURDER IS EASY — Julia McKenzie stars as perceptive sleuth Miss Marple in adaptations of Agatha Christie mysteries. During a chance encounter on a train, elderly Miss Pinkerton confides in Miss Marple that she is going to Scotland Yard to report a murderer who has struck several times in a peaceful village. When Marple later reads that Pinkerton died in a tragic accident before making her report, Miss Marple determines that she herself must find the killer.

9:30 AGATHA CHRISTIE’S MARPLE: THEY DO IT WITH MIRRORS — Julia McKenzie stars. Sensing danger surrounding her sister Carrie­Louise, Ruth Van Rydock enlists the help of old friend Miss Marple. However, after Carrie­Louise’s step­brother is murdered during a dress rehearsal of an amateur stage show, Miss Marple has to draw from her deep understanding of human character to unpick the conjuring trick played out by the murderer — and reveal their identity. (90 min.)

Thursdays at 8 p.m. on WETA PBS

7:30 p.m. Sundays starting April 9 on WETA PBS

Tell Me More with Kelly Corrigan enters Season 5 with new episodes featuring the New York Times bestselling author conducting more interviews with influential guests. The April 9 program features author Michael Lewis (“Moneyball,” “The Big Short” and more).

7 Friday

8:00 WASHINGTON WEEK — WETA’s weekly production presents a roundtable discussion with award-winning journalists who provide reporting and analysis of the major news stories from the nation’s capital. Visit pbs.org/washingtonweek Repeats Sat 4/8, 6am, 6:30pm; Mon 4/10, 7:30am

8:30 HISTORY WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN, SEASON 4 — David Rubenstein discusses history with acclaimed scholars and authors, uncovering the evolution of the American story and offering a sense of how history gets made. Episode 1 of 10. Ada Ferrer. The Pulitzer Prizewinning author and historian unravels the complex intertwining of the U.S. and Cuba’s foreign policy and domestic affairs, from proxy conflicts during the Cold War, to how Cuban-American relations are used as a cipher for a president’s foreign policy. Repeats Sat 4/8, 7:30pm, 11:30pm

9:00 GREAT PERFORMANCES: NOW HEAR THIS: PIAZZOLLA’S HISTORY WITH TANGO — In a new season of the music exploration series, tango to Buenos Aires, Argentina with host Scott Yoo and flutist Alice Dade to explore the evolution of composer Astor Piazzolla’s work and the tango music genre itself as it becomes fused with jazz across time and numerous instruments.

Repeats Sun 4/9, noon

10:00 AR T IN THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY: EVERYDAY

ICONS — Four contemporary artists breathe new life into some of humanity’s oldest artforms, icons and monuments, creating paintings, sculptures and films out of everyday objects and popular culture. Artists in the spotlight include Michelle Obama portrait painter Amy Sherald. Repeats Sun 4/9, 1pm 8

Saturday

6AM-6PM See the Saturday, April 1 listings.

6:00 PBS NEWS WEEKEND — John Yang anchors.

6:30 WASHINGTON WEEK R

7:00 IT’S ACADEMIC — The TV quiz show showcases the academic achievements of local D.C.-area high school students. Journalist Hillary Howard hosts. Competing this week are Centreville, Fairfax and Wheaton high schools. Repeats 11pm tonight; Mondays, 3pm on WETA PBS, 7pm on WETA Metro

7:30 HISTORY WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN, SEASON 4 — Ada Ferrer R

8:00 TAKEN HOSTAGE: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE — Part 2 of 2 Through riveting accounts from hostages, journalists and officials, learn how Iran held 52 hostages at the American embassy in Tehran from November 1979 to January 1981 — a defining crisis of Jimmy Carter’s presidency. Repeats midnight; Sun 4/9, 11pm

10:00 FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR., SERIES 9 — Encore episode: Salem’s Lot (Claire Danes and Jeff Daniels).

11:00 IT’S ACADEMIC — See the 7 p.m. listing. R

11:30 HISTORY WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN, SEASON 4 — Ada Ferrer R

12M TAKEN HOSTAGE: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE — Part 2 of 2 R

9 Sunday

6AM-12N See the Sunday, April 2 listings.

12N GREAT PERFORMANCES: NOW HEAR THIS: PIAZZOLLA’S HISTORY WITH TANGO R

1:00 AR T IN THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY R

2:00 AMERICA’S REQUIEM: A KNEE ON THE NECK — A concert program honors the legacy of George Floyd with Adolphus Hailstork’s A Knee on The Neck, composed around the poetry of Dr. Herbert Martin and performed by the National Philharmonic Orchestra & Chorale under the direction of Maestro Piotr Gajewski and Chorus Master Eugene Rogers. Participating are members of The Washington Chorus and the Howard University Chorale, featuring J’Nai Bridges, Norman Shankle, and Kenneth Overton. The program concludes with Mozart’s Requiem in D Minor, featuring Janai Brugger. Rpts 4/10, 5pm

3:30 WETA ARTS R

4:00 FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR., SERIES 9 — Episode 10 of 10. Out of the Past R

5:00 THE CHAVIS CHRONICLES

5:30 A SE AT AT THE TABLE

6:00 PBS NEWS WEEKEND — John Yang anchors. Repeats Monday, 7am

6:30 CELEBRITY ANTIQUES ROAD TRIP — British celebrities compete in a search for antiques that will win biggest at auction. Accompanied by experts, they traverse Great Britain looking for treasures. Episode 1. Phyllis Logan and Kevin McNally. Downton Abbey’s Phyllis Logan goes head-to-head with her husband, film star Kevin McNally. They travel through Kent in search of great finds.

7:30 TELL ME MORE WITH KELLY CORRIGAN, SERIES 5 — In a new season of this WETA presentation, New York Times bestselling author Kelly Corrigan interviews influential people. Episode 1, Michael Lewis, author and financial journalist

8:00 C ALL THE MIDWIFE, SERIES 12 — Part 4 of 8. Nurse Crane is shocked when her fitness comes into question during a ventouse training course; Trixie cares for a Hindu mother and her newborn twins; and a stomach flu outbreak afflicts the maternity home.

9:00 SANDITON ON MASTERPIECE, SERIES 3 — Part 4 of 6 Charlotte attempts to distance herself from Colbourne, but as they are repeatedly thrown into each other’s orbit, their chemistry grows along with Ralph’s suspicions. Meanwhile, Georgiana is unraveling.

10:00 M ARIE ANTOINETTE — Part 4 of 8. Queen of France. Marie Antoinette and Louis are about to make their first official visit to Paris. But the King becomes ill and succession becomes a reality. Du Barry knows that she needs to protect herself from the future Queen of France.

11:00 TAKEN HOSTAGE: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE — Pt 2 of 2 R

10 Monday

7:00 PBS NEWSHOUR — Weeknights. Visit pbs.org/newshour Repeats next day, 7am

8:00 ANTIQUES ROADSHOW: IDAHO BOTANICAL GARDEN, HOUR 2 — See breathtaking appraisals at Idaho Botanical Garden; one is up to $40,000.

Sunday, April 9 at 2 p.m. on WETA PBS

National Philharmonic performs A Knee on The Neck, composer Dr. Adolphus Hailstork’s tribute to the life and loss of George Floyd. Piotr Gajewski conducted the 2022 world premiere at The Music Center at Strathmore by the National Philharmonic Orchestra & Chorale, Washington

9:00 GE T OUT OF TOWN — Mother-daughter duo Laurita and Lauren Portee host this new WETA travel and adventure series that offers a guide to getaways to delightful destinations within a half-day’s drive of Washington, D.C. Episode 2 of 8: Richmond, VA. Just a quick and affordable train ride away, Richmond offers Laurita and Lauren an art- and culture-filled adventure. They tour the Poe Museum and the Virginia Museum of History and Culture and take an art and history bike tour with Basket and Bike. Along the way, they stay at the Linden Row Inn and the Quirk Hotel and Art Gallery, and enjoy meals at Lillie Pearl and Wong Gonzalez.

9:30 AMERICAN ANTHEMS — Country music stars write and perform songs celebrating the inspiring efforts of individuals facing extraordinary circumstances. Episode 1 Grammy-winner Jennifer Nettles meets Seth Grumet — founder of Stomp the Monster, which he started during chemotherapy — and she creates a soaring anthem about his life.

10:00 L A FRONTERA WITH PATI JINICH, SERIES 2 — Part 2 of 3. Ancient Seeds & Desert Ghosts. Jinich travels along both sides of the Arizona-Sonora border through some of the most untouched places in North America. She hunts for an ancient chile, visits a ghost town, drops water for migrants, and more.

11 Tuesday

8:00 FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR. — In this WETA co-production, join Harvard scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr., as he delves into the genealogy of famous Americans. Season 7 encore: Country Roots (Clint Black and Rosanne Cash). Repeats Sun 4/16, 4pm

9:00 M Y GRANDPARENTS’ WAR, SERIES 2 — Follow leading artists of stage and screen as they re-trace the footsteps of their grandparents and learn how World War II changed the lives of their families. Episode 1 of 4. Kit Harington. Join the actor, who has played soldiers, spies, and — in Game of Thrones — warriors, as he discovers that his grandparents played comparable roles in their real lives during World War II, and he gains a new appreciation of their courage and sacrifice. Repeats Sun 4/16, 3pm

10:00 FRONTLINE: AMERICA AND THE TALIBAN — Frontline investigates how America’s 20-year investment in Afghanistan culminated in Taliban victory. Drawing on decades of on-the-ground reporting, and interviews with Taliban and U.S. officials, the program reports on missteps and consequences. Part 2 of 3. Part 3 airs April 25.

12 Wednesday

8:00 N ATURE: THE HUMMINGBIRD EFFECT — Explore Costa Rica, one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. From rainforests to volcanos, tiny architects and caretakers at the heart of this vast wildlife diversity keep this ecological giant running: the hummingbirds.

9:00 NOVA: WEATHERING THE FUTURE — As extreme weather in the U.S. affects more people — with longer heat waves, more intense rainstorms, megafires and droughts — discover how Americans are fighting back by marshaling ancient wisdom and innovating solutions.

10:00 THE EARTHSHOT PRIZE 2022 — A global environmental prize founded by Prince William and The Royal Foundation in 2020 aims to spotlight, support and scale groundbreaking solutions to the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. The 2022 prize ceremony, hosted in Boston and featuring celebrity presenters, celebrated 15 global finalists, and awarded five winners with £1 million in prize money to aid their work.

Repeats Sun 4/16, 2pm

13 Thursday

8:00 AGATHA CHRISTIE’S MARPLE: WHY DIDN’T THEY ASK EVANS? — Julia McKenzie stars. As the sole witness to a dying man’s enigmatic last words, would-be young adventurer Bobby Attfield is determined to solve the riddle they posed and forms an unlikely alliance with socialite Frankie Derwent and visiting family friend Miss Marple. But when someone tries to kill Bobby, they all realize a murderer is at large.

9:30 AGATHA CHRISTIE’S MARPLE: THE PALE HORSE — Julia McKenzie stars. Miss Marple’s old friend Father Gorman is found murdered. When Marple receives a list of names mailed by Gorman moments before his death, she determines to find justice for her friend. A clue leads her to the Pale Horse, an inn run by modern-day witches. (90 min.)

Wednesday, April 12 at 8 p.m. on WETA PBS & WETA Metro Nature episode The Hummingbird Effect explores the biodiversity of Costa Rica through a look at its beloved, vital creatures. The tiny birds are a key species for the ecosystem’s flora and fauna.

14 Friday

8:00 WASHINGTON WEEK — Repeats Sat 4/15, 6am, 6:30pm; Mon 4/17, 7:30am

8:30 HISTORY WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN, SEASON 4 — Episode 2 of 10. Ian W. Toll. The historian discusses the strategic decisions and naval operations behind the assault the U.S. waged on the Japanese navy in the Battle of the Philippine Sea, as World War II in the Pacific entered its endgame in June 1944. Repeats Sat 4/15, 7:30pm, 11:30pm

9:00 GREAT PERFORMANCES: NOW HEAR THIS: SCHUMANN: GENIUS AND MADNESS — Visit Scotland, Germany and France with host Scott Yoo as he investigates the connection between Robert Schumann’s bipolar disorder and creative genius — via experts, musical performances, and examining the work of other artists outside the world of music. Repeats Sun 4/16, noon

10:00 NE XT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER: BALLET HISPÁNICO’S DOÑA PERÓN — Ballet Hispánico explores Evita Perón’s diverging legacies in this invigorating and emotional work. Her rags-to-riches story is interpreted through movement — following her journey from dancehall performer to Argentina’s First Lady and sudden death. Repeats Sun 4/16, 1pm

15 Saturday

6AM-6PM See the Saturday, April 1 listings.

6:00 PBS NEWS WEEKEND — John Yang anchors.

6:30 WASHINGTON WEEK R

7:00 IT’S ACADEMIC — The TV quiz show showcases the academic achievements of local D.C.-area high school students. Journalist Hillary Howard hosts. Competing this week are students from Blake, Parkdale and Woodgrove high schools Repeats 11pm tonight; Mondays, 3pm on WETA PBS, 7pm on WETA Metro

7:30 HISTORY WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN, SEASON 4 — Ian W. Toll R

8:00 THE MURDER OF EMMETT TILL: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE — Filmmaker Stanley Nelson’s documentary explores the tragic story of Emmett Till, a 14-year-old Black youth who in August 1955 was abducted, tortured and killed after being accused of offending a white woman in Mississippi. His murder horrified the nation and mobilized the civil rights movement. Repeats midnight; Sun 4/16, 11pm

9:00 ZOOT SUIT RIOTS: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE — In the aftermath of a highly publicized trial for the murder of a young Mexican American man in 1942, Los Angeles erupted in violent riots that scarred race relations for decades. Hector Elizondo narrates. Repeats 1am; Sun 4/16, midnight

10:00 FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR., SERIES 9 — Encore episode: Secret Lives (Carol Burnett and Niecy Nash).

11:00 IT’S ACADEMIC — See the 7 p.m. listing. R

11:30 HISTORY WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN, SEASON 4 — Ian W. Toll R

12M THE MURDER OF EMMETT TILL: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE R

1AM ZOOT SUIT RIOTS: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE R

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Sunday

6AM-12N See the Sunday, April 2 listings.

12N GREAT PERFORMANCES: NOW HEAR THIS: SCHUMANN: GENIUS AND MADNESS R

1:00 NE XT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER: BALLET HISPÁNICO’S DOÑA PERÓN — R

2:00 THE EARTHSHOT PRIZE 2022 R

3:00 M Y GRANDPARENTS’ WAR, SERIES 2 — Kit Harington R

4:00 FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR. — Season 7 encore: Country Roots R

5:00 THE CHAVIS CHRONICLES

5:30 A SE AT AT THE TABLE

6:00 PBS NEWS WEEKEND — John Yang anchors. Repeats

Monday, 7am

6:30 CELEBRITY ANTIQUES ROAD TRIP — British celebrities compete in an antiques hunt. Episode 2. Dame Diana Rigg and Neil Dudgeon. Midsomer Murders star Neil Dudgeon takes on friend Dame Diana Rigg in a quest for antiques glory. The two seek treasures in their native Yorkshire with experts in tow.

7:30 TELL ME MORE WITH KELLY CORRIGAN, SERIES 5 — In a new season of this WETA presentation, New York Times bestselling author Kelly Corrigan interviews influential people. Episode 2, Constance Wu, actress and author.

8:00 C ALL THE MIDWIFE, SERIES 12 — Part 5 of 8. Nancy oversees a child born out of wedlock, but things take a very unexpected and shocking turn. Dr. Turner and Sister Veronica discuss a new contraception procedure: the Vasectomy. The Board of Health delivers some unwelcome news to Sister Julienne.

9:00 SANDITON ON MASTERPIECE, SERIES 3 — Part 5 of 6 Charlotte and Colbourne rush to Augusta’s aid, and it’s revealed whether Edward has really changed. Georgiana is reunited with a ghost from her past, and Charlotte must make a decision about her future.

10:00 M ARIE ANTOINETTE — Part 5 of 8. Rebel Queen. Louis may now be King, but Marie Antoinette is determined to launch her reign as the Queen of France. First steps — organize a glittering Inauguration Ball and convince Louis to choose her pro-Austrian candidate as his new Prime Minister.

11:00 THE MURDER OF EMMETT TILL: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE R

12M ZOOT SUIT RIOTS: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE R 17

Monday

7:00 PBS NEWSHOUR — Weeknights. Visit pbs.org/newshour Repeats next day, 7am

8:00 ANTIQUES ROADSHOW: IDAHO BOTANICAL GARDEN, HOUR 3 — See the top treasures at the Idaho Botanical Garden; one is appraised for up to $100,000.

Sundays at 6:30 p.m. on WETA PBS

Celebrity Antiques Road Trip features prominent figures hitting the road with an equal budget to compete in an antiquing competition — and learn a bit of history — around Great Britain. Above center: Neil Dudgeon and the late Dame Diana Rigg in the April 16 episode.

9:00 GE T OUT OF TOWN — Mother-daughter duo Laurita and Lauren Portee host this new WETA travel and adventure series that offers a guide to getaways to delightful destinations within a half-day’s drive of Washington, D.C. Episode 3 of 8: St. Michaels, MD. Laurita and Lauren take to the water in the seaport town of St. Michaels, Maryland. They learn to sail with Sail Selina II and explore the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, while staying at the Wildset Hotel and the Inn at Perry Cabin. Food exploration includes cracking crabs at The Crab Claw and enjoying local fare at Ava’s Pizzeria & Wine Bar.

9:30 WETA ARTS — See the April 3, 9:30 p.m. listing. R

10:00 L A FRONTERA WITH PATI JINICH, SERIES 2 — Part 3 of 3 Back to the Middle. Jinich travels the New Mexico and Chihuahua border region, one of the most unique and bio-diverse places. She meets architect Ronald Rael, observes migratory species, visits a remote Mennonite camp, and more.

18 Tuesday

8:00 FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR. In this WETA co-production, join Harvard scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr., as he delves into the genealogy of famous Americans. Season 6 encore: Slave Trade (Ava DuVernay, S. Epatha Merkerson and Questlove). Repeats Sun 4/23, 4pm

9:00 M Y GRANDPARENTS’ WAR, SERIES 2 — Episode 2 of 4 Keira Knightley. Follow the actress as she learns, through conversations with family members and historians, of the extraordinary triumphs and tragedies her grandparents faced during some of the biggest conflicts of World War II. Repeats Sun 4/23, 3pm

10:00 HOW SABA KEPT SINGING — Musician David “Saba” Wisnia believed that he survived the horrors of Auschwitz by entertaining the Nazi guards with his beautiful singing voice. Join David and his grandson Avi as they embark on a journey exploring the mystery of Saba’s past — and unlock a secret. Repeats Sun 4/23, 2pm

19 Wednesday

8:00 N ATURE: NIAGARA FALLS — Visit this geological wonder and witness its stunning beauty and a wide variety of wildlife — mammals, birds and reptiles — that call it home. Three separate waterfalls combine to form the second largest waterfall in the world.

9:00 CHANGING PLANET, SERIES 2 — In its second year, the series Changing Planet revisits six of Earth’s most vulnerable ecosystems and catches up with inspiring people introduced in the first season (2022): scientists and local experts fighting to safeguard their communities and wildlife — and charting the progress of their environmental projects. Conservation scientist Dr. M. Sanjayan hosts.

Saturday, April 15 at 8 p.m. on WETA PBS

WETA features Stanley Nelson’s film The Murder of Emmett Till on American Experience as part of American History Night. The program probes the brutal 1955 killing of the Black youth (above, with his mother) in Mississippi and the miscarriage of justice that followed.

20 Thursday

8:00 AGATHA CHRISTIE’S MARPLE: THE SECRET OF CHIMNEYS — Julia McKenzie stars. Miss Marple accompanies Lady Virginia Revel to a weekend party at her family

Friday, home — a house prized for its diplomatic gatherings until a diamond was stolen there 20 years before. Politician George Lomax has persuaded Virginia’s father to host the gathering for an important visitor. Virginia is torn between two suitors, and when a murder occurs, Miss Marple must expose the killer.

9:30 AGATHA CHRISTIE’S MARPLE: THE BLUE GERANIUM — Julia McKenzie stars. Miss Marple talks her way into the gentlemen’s club of her old friend Sir Henry Clithering to ask for his help with a case. She has new evidence about the Blue Geranium Murder and needs Sir Henry’s help to stop a court hearing. Did the wealthy Mary Pritchard really die of shock when the geranium in her wallpaper turned blue? (90 min.)

21 Friday

8:00 WASHINGTON WEEK — Repeats Sat 4/22, 6am, 6:30pm; Mon 4/24, 7:30am

8:30 HISTORY WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN, SEASON 4 — Episode 3 of 10. Simon Winchester. The bestselling author examines how humanity’s quest to acquire territory and wield power — including European imperialism and the dispossession of Native American populations — has shaped history. Repeats Sat 4/22, 7:30pm, 11:30pm

9:00 GREAT PERFORMANCES: NOW HEAR THIS: ANDY AKIHO FOUND (HIS) SOUND — Experience the creation of music from this Japanese American composer with host Scott Yoo using “found” instruments. To develop a music video, the two visit New York City and explore the creative process with an interactive light show and more. Repeats Sun 4/23, noon

10:00 NE XT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER: CONTINUUM: JASON MORAN & CHRISTIAN MCBRIDE — Music icons Jason Moran and Christian McBride collaborate in an electrifying jazz performance at the Kennedy Center. They share stories about their legendary teachers and introduce their protégés. Repeats Sun 4/23, 1pm

22 Saturday

6AM-6PM See the Saturday, April 1 listings.

6:00 PBS NEWS WEEKEND — John Yang anchors.

6:30 WASHINGTON WEEK R

7:00 IT’S ACADEMIC — The TV quiz show showcases the academic achievements of local D.C.-area high school students. Journalist Hillary Howard hosts. Competing this week are Churchill, Meridian and St. Albans high schools. Repeats 11pm tonight; Mondays, 3pm on WETA PBS, 7pm on WETA Metro

7:30 HISTORY WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN, SEASON 4 — Simon Winchester R

8:00 DRIVING WHILE BLACK: RACE, SPACE AND MOBILITY IN AMERICA — A documentary film by Gretchen Sorin and Ric Burns explores how the advent of the automobile brought new freedoms and new perils for Black Americans on the road in the United States. Repeats tonight, midnight; Sun 4/23, 11pm

10:00 FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR., SERIES 9 — Encore episode: Far from Home (Cyndi Lauper, Jamie Chung and Danny Trejo).

11:00 IT’S ACADEMIC — See the 7 p.m. listing. R

11:30 HISTORY WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN, SEASON 4 — Simon Winchester R

12M DRIVING WHILE BLACK: RACE, SPACE AND MOBILITY IN AMERICA — R

23 Sunday

6AM-12N See the Sunday, April 2 listings.

12N GREAT PERFORMANCES: NOW HEAR THIS: ANDY AKIHO FOUND (HIS) SOUND R

1:00 NE XT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER: CONTINUUM: JASON MORAN & CHRISTIAN MCBRIDE R

2:00 HOW SABA KEPT SINGING R

3:00 M Y GRANDPARENTS’ WAR, SERIES 2 — Keira Knightley. R

4:00 FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR. Season 6 encore: Slave Trade R

5:00 THE CHAVIS CHRONICLES

5:30 A SE AT AT THE TABLE

6:00 PBS NEWS WEEKEND — John Yang anchors. Repeats Monday, 7am

6:30 CELEBRITY ANTIQUES ROAD TRIP — British celebrities compete in an antiques hunt. Episode 3. Bernard Cribbins and Barry Cryer. Witness a battle for antiques glory between two comedy legends, who search for treasures in Hertfordshire.

7:30 TELL ME MORE WITH KELLY CORRIGAN, SERIES 5 — In a new season of this WETA presentation, New York Times bestselling author Kelly Corrigan interviews influential people. Episode 3, Lang Lang, classical pianist

8:00 C ALL THE MIDWIFE, SERIES 12 — Part 6 of 8. One of the boys of Buckle’s paper shop becomes unwell. Sister Veronica spearheads a new council initiative to monitor the health of working children in the borough. Trixie is thrown into a challenging case involving an underage mother.

9:00 SANDITON ON MASTERPIECE, SERIES 3 — Part 6 of 6 Charlotte desperately wants to tell Colbourne the truth about her feelings, but a shocking revelation stops her in her tracks. Having opened her heart, Georgiana’s worst fears are realized when she discovers she has been abandoned.

10:00 M ARIE ANTOINETTE — Part 6 of 8. Deus Ex Machina. Surprisingly, the person who comes to Versailles to save the royal marriage is Marie Antoinette’s brother, Joseph, who realizes he will have his work cut out if he’s going to unite the couple and save the FrancoAustrian alliance.

11:00 DRIVING WHILE BLACK: RACE, SPACE AND MOBILITY IN AMERICA R

24 Monday

7:00 PBS NEWSHOUR — Weeknights. Visit pbs.org/newshour Repeats next day, 7am

8:00 ANTIQUES ROADSHOW: SHELBURNE MUSEUM, HOUR 1 — Roadshow makes surprising finds at the Shelburne Museum in Vermont; guess the find that’s up to $100,000.

9:00 GE T OUT OF TOWN — Mother-daughter duo Laurita and Lauren Portee host this new WETA travel and adventure series that offers a guide to getaways to delightful destinations within a half-day’s drive of Washington, D.C. Episode 4 of 8: Deep Creek Lake, MD. Mountain and water views beckon on Laurita and Lauren’s visit to Deep Creek Lake, Maryland. The Lake Pointe Inn connects them to paddleboarding and kayaking in nearby Deep Creek Lake State Park, while the Wisp Resort offers roller coasters that spiral down the side of the often-snow-covered Wisp Mountain. Meals at Firewater Kitchen & Bar and Dutch’s at Silver Tree are also part of the adventure.

9:30 AMERICAN ANTHEMS — Country music stars write and perform songs celebrating the inspiring efforts of individuals facing extraordinary circumstances. Episode 2. Pocket Change. Ashley Ruiz is a “hope dealer,” dedicating herself to paying for people’s laundry in lowincome communities. Lee Brice creates a celebratory guitar jam for her.

10:00 INDEPENDENT LENS: FREE CHOL SOO LEE — Sentenced to death for a 1973 San Francisco murder, Korean immigrant Chol Soo Lee was set free after 10 years inside San Quentin, finding himself in a new fight to rise to the expectations of the people who believed in him. (90 min.)

Wednesday, April 26 at 8 p.m. on WETA PBS & WETA Metro Nature: Treasure of the Caribbean explores the discovery of a vast coral reef off the Belize and Guatemala coast that marks a new chapter in understanding the interdependence of corals and fish.

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Tuesday

8:00 FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR. In this WETA co-production, join Harvard scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr., as he delves into the genealogy of famous Americans. Season 6 encore: Fashion’s Roots (Diane Von Furstenberg, Narciso Rodriguez and RuPaul Charles). Repeats Sun 4/30, 4pm

9:00 M Y GRANDPARENTS’ WAR, SERIES 2 — Episode 3 of 4 Toby Jones. Watch as the actor uncovers the remarkable World War II stories of his maternal grandparents, who rarely spoke about their wartime experiences when he was growing up. Jones learns how their love endured, despite the hardships they faced. Repeats Sun 4/30, 3pm

10:00 FRONTLINE: AMERICA AND THE TALIBAN — Frontline concludes its investigation into how America’s 20-year investment in Afghanistan culminated in Taliban victory. Part 3 of 3 26

Wednesday

8:00 N ATURE: TREASURE OF THE CARIBBEAN — The discovery of a coral reef in Guatemala that is five times the size of Manhattan marks an exciting new chapter in understanding corals, the fish that need them, and the battle to save the reefs worldwide.

9:00 NOVA: CHASING CARBON ZERO — Can the U.S. reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and avoid the biggest impacts of climate change? Experts say it can be done. Learn about the technology that could get America there.

10:00 ICONIC AMERICA: OUR SYMBOLS AND STORIES WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN — In this new documentary series, a WETA co-production, David Rubenstein explores America’s history through examinations of iconic national symbols: indelible artifacts, places and archetypes. Each episode tells the story of one symbol to reveal its origins, significance, and the arc of its resonance. Episode 1 of 8. Fenway Park. Baseball is a favorite American pastime and obsession, and no ballpark is more iconic than Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox. Learn the story of a city’s loyalty to its team and love for its ballpark through thick and thin. Repeats Sun 4/30, 2pm

27 Thursday

8:00 AGATHA CHRISTIE’S MARPLE: THE MIRROR CRACK’D FROM SIDE TO SIDE — Julia McKenzie stars. Hollywood glamor arrives in St. Mary Mead when actress Marina Gregg and her film-director husband, Jason Rudd, take up residence in the hamlet. Curious locals gather at a reception hosted by the couple and a fan drinks a poisoned cocktail. For whom was the drink really intended? Miss Marple investigates.

9:30 AGATHA CHRISTIE’S MARPLE: A CARIBBEAN MYSTERY — Julia McKenzie stars. While staying at a lavish tropical island hotel, Miss Marple investigates the sudden death of a fellow guest. She and a curmudgeonly business tycoon unravel a web of deceit, murder and “dark magic,” leaving Marple to consider every one of the hotel’s guests a suspect. Sir Antony Sher guest stars in the episode.

28 Friday

8:00 WASHINGTON WEEK — Repeats Sat 4/29, 6am, 6:30pm; Mon 5/1, 7:30am

8:30 HISTORY WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN, SEASON 4 — Episode 4 of 10. Lien-Hang T. Nguyen. The awardwinning historian and former war refugee draws on her personal and professional journey in a discussion on the contested history of the war in Vietnam. Repeats Sat 4/29, 7:30pm, 11:30pm

9:00 GREAT PERFORMANCES: NOW HEAR THIS: ALBÉNIZ: PORTRAITS OF SPAIN — Discover the inspirations Spain provided composer Isaac Albéniz with host Scott Yoo and Scottish Grammy-winning guitarist David Russell, along with musicians from Albéniz’s birthplace in the Pyrenees and from elsewhere. Repeats Sun 4/30, noon

10:00 INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY FROM THE UNITED NATIONS — Jazz stars from around the globe gather to celebrate the unifying power of music, with performances by Herbie Hancock, David Sanborn, Shemekia Copeland, Gregory Porter, Lizz Wright, José James, Hiromi, Marcus Miller, Ravi Coltrane and others. Repeats Sun 4/30, 1pm

ICONIC AMERICA: OUR SYMBOLS AND STORIES WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN A WETA CO-PRODUCTION

10 p.m. Wednesdays starting April 26 on WETA PBS & WETA Metro Iconic America: Our Symbols and Stories with David Rubenstein explores American history through close examination of iconic national symbols: indelible artifacts, places and archetypes. The new series spotlights their origins, significance and resonance. Episode 1, April 26, spotlights Boston’s Fenway Park. Above: Former Red Sox player David Ortiz discusses the historic ballpark.

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6AM-6PM See the Saturday, April 1 listings.

6:00 PBS NEWS WEEKEND — John Yang anchors.

6:30 WASHINGTON WEEK R

7:00 IT’S ACADEMIC — The TV quiz show showcases the academic achievements of local D.C.-area high school students. Journalist Hillary Howard hosts. Competing this week are Sidwell Friends, South Lakes and McDonough high schools. Repeats 11pm tonight; Mondays, 3pm on WETA PBS, 7pm on WETA Metro

7:30 HISTORY WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN, SEASON 4 —

Lien-Hang T. Nguyen. R

8:00 THE AMERICAN DIPLOMAT: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE ― Learn about the lives and legacies of three African American ambassadors — Edward R. Dudley, Terence Todman and Carl Rowan — who pushed past historical and institutional racial barriers in the State Department to reach high-ranking appointments in the Truman, Eisenhower and Kennedy administrations. Repeats tonight, midnight; Sun 4/30, 11pm

9:00 T HE CODEBREAKER: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE — Discover the fascinating story of Elizebeth Smith Friedman, the groundbreaking cryptanalyst who helped bring down Al Capone and break up a Nazi spy ring. Her work helped to lay the foundation for modern codebreaking today. Repeats tonight, 1am; Sun 4/30, midnight

10:00 FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR., SERIES 9 — Encore episode: Rising from the Ashes (Brian Cox and Viola Davis).

11:00 IT’S ACADEMIC — See the 7 p.m. listing. R

11:30 HISTORY WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN, SEASON 4 — Lien-Hang T. Nguyen. R

12M THE AMERICAN DIPLOMAT: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE R

1AM THE CODEBREAKER: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE R

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Sunday

6AM-12N See the Sunday, April 2 listings.

12N GREAT PERFORMANCES: NOW HEAR THIS: ALBÉNIZ: PORTRAITS OF SPAIN R

1:00 INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY FROM THE UNITED NATIONS R

2:00 ICONIC AMERICA: OUR SYMBOLS AND STORIES WITH DAVID RUBENSTEIN — Episode 1 of 8. Fenway Park. R

3:00 M Y GRANDPARENTS’ WAR, SERIES 2 — Toby Jones. R

4:00 FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR. Season 6 encore: Fashion’s Roots. R

5:00 THE CHAVIS CHRONICLES

5:30 A SE AT AT THE TABLE

6:00 PBS NEWS WEEKEND — John Yang anchors. Repeats Monday, 7am

6:30 CELEBRITY ANTIQUES ROAD TRIP — British celebrities compete in an antiques hunt. Episode 4. Nick Hewer and Margaret Mountford. The two British TV stars become rivals in this action-packed search for treasures around the South of England.

7:30 TELL ME MORE WITH KELLY CORRIGAN, SERIES 5 — In a new season of this WETA presentation, New York Times bestselling author Kelly Corrigan interviews influential people. Episode 4, Maya Shankar, cognitive scientist and podcaster.

8:00 C ALL THE MIDWIFE, SERIES 12 — Part 7 of 8. Trixie and Matthew’s wedding preparations are underway as a joyous occasion brings the community together. Nancy visits a homeless family and its plight is brought to the attention of Nonnatus house.

9:00 TOM JONES ON MASTERPIECE — Two lovers follow their hearts in this new adaptation of Henry Fielding’s novel, bringing mid-18th-century England to life in all its passion and prejudice, luxury, and loose morals. Part 1 of 6 Tom and Sophia hit it off, despite their wildly contrasting backgrounds. Molly complicates the picture for Tom, and Blifil for Sophia.

10:00 M ARIE ANTOINETTE — Part 7 of 8. The Ostrich. Marie Antoinette is pregnant at last! But her reputation is attacked when pornographic pamphlets appear at Versailles challenging the legitimacy of her unborn child. Louis demands a full-blown investigation to apprehend the seditious traitors.

11:00 THE AMERICAN DIPLOMAT: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE

12M THE CODEBREAKER: AMERICAN EXPERIENCE R

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The WETA PBS Kids channel offers a safe haven for young viewers, presenting educational programming 24 hours each day, seven days a week.

WEEKDAYS ON WETA PBS KIDS

• Clifford the Big Red Dog, 6am

• Elinor Wonders Why, 6:30am

• Dinos aur Train, 7am

• Pinkalicious & Peterrific, 7:30am, 8am

• S esame Street, 8:30am, 9am

• Work It Out Wombats!, 9:30am

• Rosie’s Rules, 10am — new episodes April 3-5

• Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, 10:30am, 11am

• Cur ious George, 11:30am, 12n

• Donkey Hodie, 12:30pm, 1pm

• Work It Out Wombats!, 1:30pm

• Rosie’s Rules, 2pm — new episodes April 3-5

• Alma’s Way, 2:30pm, 3pm

• Nature Cat, 3:30pm, 4pm — new episodes April 17-20

• Ar thur, 4:30pm, 5pm

• Odd S quad, 5:30pm

• W ild Kratts, 6pm, 6:30pm

• Molly of Denali, 7pm, 7:30pm

• Cyberchase, 8pm

• Hero Elementary, 8:30pm

• X avier Riddle and the Secret Museum, 9pm

• L et’s Go Luna! 9:30pm

On Fridays:

• The Not-Too-Late Show with Elmo + Shorts, 6:30pm

• WETA PBS Kids Family Night, 7-10pm

Visit weta.org/schedule for complete WETA PBS Kids listings.

WEEKDAYS ON WETA PBS, 8 AM – 3 PM

• W ild Kratts, 8am

• Cur ious George, 8:30am

• Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, 9am

• Rosie’s Rules, 9:30am — new episodes April 3-5

• S esame Street, 10am

• Work It Out Wombats!, 10:30am

• Donkey Hodie, 11am

• Pinkalicious & Peterrific, 11:30am

• Elinor Wonders Why, 12n

• Nature Cat, 12:30pm

• Hero Elementary, 1pm

• X avier Riddle and the Secret Museum,

• Molly of Denali, 2pm

• Alma’s Way, 2:30pm

SUNDAYS ON WETA PBS, 6 AM - 9 AM

• Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, 6am

• Ar thur, 6:30am

• Molly of Denali, 7am

• W ild Kratts, 7:30am

• Hero Elementary, 8am

• Alma’s Way, 8:30am

WETA Metro is the streaming and broadcast television channel that features popular PBS programming and engaging content curated for our local audience, including offerings spotlighting the Metro D.C. community. The channel is simulcast with WETA PBS most evenings. Each day on WETA Metro, enjoy local programs, news and public affairs offerings (such as PBS NewsHour, weekdays at 6 p.m./11 p.m.), and lifestyle and cultural shows.

Stream at weta.org/livestream or via the PBS App

Human: The World Within

Saturdays, April 1 & 8, 8-11 p.m. on WETA Metro

A six-part 2021 science series takes a deep dive into the incredible universe inside the body to discover the biology that all humans share. Human: The World Within uncovers the science behind how our bodies work and how our lives, passions and goals are powered by the systems that define our biology as a species. Jad Abumrad, of the popular podcast RadioLab, narrates the journey. In the series, profiles of a diverse group of people from around the world become entry points into the inner workings of six bodily systems: nervous, circulatory, digestive, immune, sensory and reproductive. Experts show how the feats humans are capable of trace back to the body’s resilience. Episodes are Birth, Pulse, Fuel, Defend, Sense and React

Civilizations

Thursdays, April 6, 13 & 20, 8-11 p.m. on WETA Metro

A 2018 series narrated by actor Liev Schreiber explores the power of art from earliest civilizations to the present. The nine-part series is an exploration of the premise that it is through the creative imagination that humanity expresses its most essential self. Civilizations travels the globe to six continents, visiting such cultural landmarks as the great mosques of Istanbul, the ancient cities of Mesoamerica, the Buddhist caves of Ajanta in India, the Aztecs’ Templo Mayor in modern Mexico City, and the funeral site of China’s first emperor — and exploring treasures such as Olmec sculpture, African bronzes and masks (right, from Benin), Japanese prints, French Impressionist paintings, the landscape scrolls of classical China, and much more. Among the contributors to the programs are art historian Simon Schama, classics scholar Mary Beard, and historian David Olusoga.

When Disaster Strikes

Saturday, April 29, 8-11 p.m. on WETA Metro

A three-part 2021 series spotlights three natural disasters and the human response — exploring the mechanics of disaster relief, following heroes responding on the ground, and recounting extraordinary personal stories of determination and hope. Episodes are A Perfect Storm: Mozambique; The Silent Killer: Somalia; and Paradise Lost: Bahamas. In Mozambique, spotlighted is the race to help rescue and support survivors of massive flooding from Cyclone Idai; in Somalia, the series examines drought and resulting humanitarian efforts to contend with mass migration, food shortage and malnutrition; and in the Bahamas, the series follows aid workers helping survivors after one of the Caribbean’s strongest hurricanes strikes.

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