WGBX-DT TV Guide & Listings
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Midsomer Murders
A man's car and body are found in the river.
Inspector George Gently
Gently suspects a cash-strapped property developer was murdered rather than having committed suicide by throwing himself off Newcastle's Tyne Bridge.
Antiques Roadshow
A Javanese sculpture bought for just a few pounds that may be more than 1,000 years old; admiring divine '60s jewels, a medal from the Irish War of Independence, an intriguing 20th-century photography gadget, and glimmering Celtic silver.
PBS News Hour
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
Rick Steves' Europe
Switzerland's mountains and culture; scenic train rides; exploring glaciers; making cheese the old-fashioned way.
Antiques Roadshow
A 1956-1958 Celtics team-signed photo and basketball; Buffalo Bill poster circa 1893; an Edwardian sapphire and diamond ring.
POV
Two Nairobi women overcome challenges including local politics to transform what used to be a whites-only library into a cultural hub.
Mr Bates vs The Post Office on Masterpiece
Mysterious financial losses lead the Post Office to fire and prosecute village Subpostmasters who are unable to prove their innocence.
Mr Bates vs The Post Office on Masterpiece
Alan Bates and the Sub Post Master begin to fight for truth and justice with new allies in Parliament.
Celebrity Antiques Road Trip
Celebrity chef Ainsley Harriott is pitted against presenter and journalist Anne Diamond; Anne finds out how England became a nation of tea lovers and Ainsley learns about the world's first celebrity chef.
Amanpour and Company
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
Rick Steves' Europe
Straddling the Danube River is the Hungarian city of Budapest, with its bridges, mineral baths, old coffeehouses, parks and thriving capitalism.
Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope
Following the path of reformers through Switzerland and Germany, commemorating the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation.
Cook's Country
Carne guisada; oven mitts; green chile chicken enchiladas.
Christopher Kimball's Milk Street Television
Cooking with chef Marianna Leivaditaki in Crete; braised beef with dried figs and quick-pickled cabbage; shrimp, orzo and zucchini with ouzo and mint.
Kevin Belton's New Orleans Kitchen
Oven-baked oysters; pan-fried trout with anchovy jalapeño gravy; shrimp with smoked grit cakes.
New Scandinavian Cooking
Oysters and wild scallops; trout tartar and smoked trout served with a summer salad; trout burger with onion compote and coleslaw.
Pati's Mexican Table
Simple, inexpensive recipes that college students can make for themselves; a series of simple cooking strategies.
Sara's Weeknight Meals
A culinary tour of Chinatown; two appetizers cooked with tea; dim sum; a Chinese dumpling mashup filled with Korean bulgogi; baby egg rolls with soy dipping sauce.
The French Chef
Preparing duck.
America's Test Kitchen
A German farmer's breakfast; reviewing cookie sheets; Dutch apple pie.
The Class
With no end to the COVID-19 lockdown in sight, the students wrestle with the motivation to apply to college; Mr. Cam worries that the students are giving up.
The Class
The mental health battle ensues as the impact of online learning takes its toll; hope arrives with the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine and case numbers start to fall.
Antiques Roadshow
A Javanese sculpture bought for just a few pounds that may be more than 1,000 years old; admiring divine '60s jewels, a medal from the Irish War of Independence, an intriguing 20th-century photography gadget, and glimmering Celtic silver.
This Old House
The televisions are mounted and the blinds and curtains get installed; Richard takes a look at the new water heater; Jenn watches the final plants go in and works to install outdoor lighting; the old flagpole comes down for a touch-up.
Rick Steves' Europe
Normandy, France; lily ponds; artisans; composer Erik Satie; cuisine; pilgrims.
Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope
A Mediterranean cruise aboard the Regent Seven Seas Mariner includes Venice, Sicily and Tuscany, Italy, Croatia, and Malta.
10 Modern Marvels That Changed America
Engineering feats that made modern civilization possible, from the connection of roads and bridges to rail networks and a continent-wide freeway system.
The Great American Recipe
Eight contestants compete to win The Great American Recipe, preparing dishes that reflect their culinary style as home cooks.
Antiques Roadshow
A 1956-1958 Celtics team-signed photo and basketball; Buffalo Bill poster circa 1893; an Edwardian sapphire and diamond ring.
America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated
Fresh peach pie with all-butter lattice top; sugar.
Antiques Roadshow
The history of shipwreck finds, motoring memorabilia from pioneering driver Ivy Cummings and rare ceramics made by Hannah Barlow; a folding bike's clever design and peek at ancient fossils.
Miss Fisher and the Crypt of Tears
Detective Phryne Fisher embarks on a globe-trotting adventure to uncover priceless treasures, wartime secrets and an ancient tomb that holds a terrible curse.
Downton Abbey on Masterpiece
An exciting offer for Edith divides opinion, Isobel throws Ethel a lifeline, and new maid Ivy is attracting attention below stairs. Meanwhile, Anna's perseverance finally pays off, and Matthew's concerns about the estate grow.
PBS News Hour
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
Rick Steves' Europe
The cuisine of Lyon, France; Chamonix in France; riding the lift to Aiguille du Midi and to the border of Italy; hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc -- the trail that circles the mountain.
Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Exploring the family trees of musicians Lizzo and Flea.
American Masters
The life and career of Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Mary Oliver, who published more than 30 collections of poetry and essays.
Iconic America: Our Symbols and Stories With David Rubenstein
The American bald eagle symbolizes patriotism, environmental activism and Native American traditions.
Antiques Roadshow
A 1956-1958 Celtics team-signed photo and basketball; Buffalo Bill poster circa 1893; an Edwardian sapphire and diamond ring.
Antiques Roadshow
An unpublished Art Spiegelman book proposal circa 1974; headboard from the set of "The Godfather: Part II"; rare photographic baseball cards with a handwritten letter from the 1871-1872 Boston Red Stockings.
Amanpour and Company
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
Rick Steves' Europe
The best of Portugal features Lisbon's Fado singers and ornate architecture, and the Algarve's windy Cape Sagres and pristine beaches.
Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope
Following the path of the Protestant Reformation; Luther500 Festival in Wittenberg, Germany.
Cook's Country
One-pot chicken jardinière; the history of cooking in one pot; bird's beak paring knives; wacky cake; one-pan Mediterranean shrimp.
Christopher Kimball's Milk Street Television
German pork schnitzel; Croatian mashed potatoes flavored with paprika and caramelized onions; creamy German cucumber-dill salad.
Kevin Belton's New Orleans Kitchen
Trout en papillote with blue crab butter; seared gulf tuna with greens and cilantro lime honey vinaigrette; whole roasted drum with vegetables en brochette.
New Scandinavian Cooking
Fried fudge cheese with cloudberries and parsley; chanterelles with cured mutton and lingonberries; a thick pancake with Cognac raisins.
Pati's Mexican Table
Spanish-influenced recipes with guest chef José Andrés.
Sara's Weeknight Meals
Ravioli made with wonton skins; lasagna made with polenta; butternut squash farrotto, made with farro and topped with fried sage.
In Julia's Kitchen With Master Chefs
Mark Militello grills a pork tenderloin with Jamaican spices.
America's Test Kitchen
Building an ice cream cake; the unexpected powers of melting ice.
The Class
Decision letters are finally starting to arrive; Ebei looks to prove herself on the track while Ahmad aims for a winning basketball season.
The Class
An unprecedented senior year culminates in graduation; Mr. Cam reminds the students all that they have been through and helps them look forward to what lies ahead.
Antiques Roadshow
The history of shipwreck finds, motoring memorabilia from pioneering driver Ivy Cummings and rare ceramics made by Hannah Barlow; a folding bike's clever design and peek at ancient fossils.
This Old House
Touring the completed Dutch Colonial; pine table; hydroseeding; flying the refurbished flags.
Rick Steves' Europe
Belfast, Northern Ireland; Irish whiskey; rock columns; golf course; Irish music.
Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope
Christmas in Switzerland includes a Christmas ornamental artist; Swiss culinary specialties; old St. Nick's village; the Schmutzli, the companion of Father Christmas.
Resolve to Solve With Miles O'Brien
From seaweed to beavers, innovators use nature-based solutions to tackle climate change in surprising ways.
The Great American Recipe
The home cooks create recipes that reveal their favorite secret ingredients and go-to grains in a dish that represents their heritage and culinary perspectives.
Antiques Roadshow
An unpublished Art Spiegelman book proposal circa 1974; headboard from the set of "The Godfather: Part II"; rare photographic baseball cards with a handwritten letter from the 1871-1872 Boston Red Stockings.
America's Test Kitchen From Cook's Illustrated
Pupusas with curtido; soda makers; fried yuca.
Antiques Roadshow
The roadshow pays a final visit to Alexandra Gardens in Cardiff, where treasures include a rare Welsh rugby shirt, colourful cameo glass, unseen photos of the Rolling Stones and a collection of medals.
Sister Boniface Mysteries
Part 1/2. Sister Boniface investigates a deadly turn in the Christmas Cinderella production.
WGBX-DT (virtual channel 44, branded on-air as GBH 44) is a non-commercial educational PBS member station licensed to Boston, Massachusetts, and owned by the WGBH Educational Foundation. As a secondary public broadcast channel serving the Greater Boston area, WGBX-DT complements its sister station WGBH-TV (channel 2) by offering an extended slate of public television programming, educational programs, and specialized cultural broadcasts. Viewing the TV guide helps audiences explore broadcast hours, daily show lineups, and digital subchannel offerings across the regional broadcast schedule.
About WGBX-DT
WGBX-DT first went on the air on September 25, 1967, designed to expand educational and public television options for viewers throughout eastern Massachusetts and surrounding areas. Operating alongside flagship station WGBH-TV from facilities in Boston's Brighton neighborhood, WGBX-DT provides alternative viewing choices when primary channels carry network non-fiction or flagship local productions. The station broadcasts digitally over RF channel 32 while retaining virtual channel 44 via PSIP.
WGBX-DT TV Guide Overview
A comprehensive tv guide for WGBX-DT outlines daily program schedules, episode details, and broadcast times for viewers across the region. Because public television schedules include morning instructional blocks, afternoon educational broadcasts, and evening documentary features, checking the schedule ensures you do not miss upcoming episodes or special broadcasts.
Programming schedules reflect Eastern Time (ET) operations. While general broadcast patterns remain consistent, exact episode times can fluctuate due to special pledge events, live community broadcasts, or national PBS network scheduling variations.
WGBX-DT TV Guide Listings for Tonight
Finding accurate tv guide listings for tonight allows local viewers to plan evening viewing on WGBX-DT. Evening lineups typically feature prime-time public television programming, British dramas, historical documentaries, and public affairs showcases. To check what is airing tonight:
- Verify the Date: Select today's date on your local schedule grid or electronic program guide (EPG).
- Check Evening Hours: Evening broadcast blocks generally begin around 6:00 PM ET and run through midnight.
- Review Subchannel Schedules: WGBX-DT carries multiple digital subchannels, including World Channel, Create, and PBS Kids. Ensure you are checking the main channel or subchannel schedule intended for your viewing preference.
Programming times can vary by date, region, and provider. Check the latest listings for the most current schedule.
Programming & Categories
WGBX-DT offers a distinct mix of non-commercial television content tailored to diverse audience interests. Key programming categories include:
- Documentaries & History: In-depth historical series, science explorations, and biographical specials.
- Drama & Arts: Classical music performances, theatrical showcases, and international mystery or drama series.
- Lifestyle & How-To: Culinary arts, woodworking, travel, and home improvement shows featured across primary and secondary subchannels like Create.
- Children's Educational Content: Educational programming provided via the dedicated PBS Kids multicast stream.
- Public Affairs: Civic programming, legislative coverage, and local commentary.
How to Use the WGBX-DT Schedule
Using the broadcast schedule effectively ensures a seamless viewing experience whether tuning in over-the-air or through local service providers:
- Identify your target date and time block.
- Locate WGBX-DT on your provider’s channel lineup or over-the-air channel 44.
- Confirm the specific subchannel (e.g., 44.2 main SD, 44.3 Create, or 44.4 PBS Kids).
- Adjust for local time differences if viewing outside the primary Eastern Time broadcast footprint.
Viewing Information & Availability
WGBX-DT is accessible throughout Greater Boston, eastern Massachusetts, southern New Hampshire, and parts of Rhode Island. Viewers can access the station through several delivery methods:
- Over-the-Air Antenna: Available on virtual channel 44 (RF physical channel 32).
- Cable Television: Carried on regional cable systems throughout Massachusetts; channel assignments vary by provider and municipality.
- Satellite Services: Available on major satellite television platforms within the Boston designated market area (DMA).
Regional & Time-Zone Information
WGBX-DT originates from Boston, Massachusetts, operating strictly on Eastern Time (ET). Viewers receiving the broadcast in neighboring regions should note that all schedule times refer to Eastern Standard Time (EST) or Eastern Daylight Time (EDT), depending on daylight saving changes throughout the year.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is WGBX-DT?
WGBX-DT is a PBS member public television station licensed to Boston, Massachusetts, operated by the WGBH Educational Foundation.
Where can I find WGBX-DT TV guide listings for tonight?
You can check tonight's listings on local television schedule websites, on-screen electronic program guides, or directly via public broadcasting guide resources.
What digital subchannels does WGBX-DT offer?
WGBX-DT multiplexes several digital streams, including World Channel, WGBX main programming, Create, and PBS Kids.
Can WGBX-DT broadcast schedules change?
Yes. Schedules may shift due to special broadcast presentations, public affairs events, or live pledge programming. Checking current listings provides the most accurate broadcast information.