WPBT-DT TV Guide & Viewing Schedule
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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An unpublished Art Spiegelman book proposal circa 1974; headboard from the set of "The Godfather: Part II"; rare photographic baseball cards with a handwritten letter from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.
POV
Two Nairobi women overcome challenges including local politics to transform what used to be a whites-only library into a cultural hub.
Seniority Authority
Ashton Applewhite, co-founder of the Old School Hub, talks about how ageism affects our health and happiness.
Amanpour and Company
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
Once Upon a Time in Space
When the Soviet Union falls, Russia welcomes U.S. astronauts to their space station, Mir, but cooperation between former Cold War enemies is threatened by a run of disasters onboard.
Once Upon a Time in Space
The arrival of the International Space Station promises a new era of cooperation in space.
Change Your Brain, Change Your Pain With Daniel Amen, MD
Dr. Daniel Amen maps the brain networks that drive physical and emotional pain and reveals his practical, brain-based strategies that help you feel better, think clearer and live more fully.
¿Qué pasa, USA?
A Cuban family adjusts to life in the United States.
Rick Steves' Europe
Frankfurt, Germany, a global hub for commerce; Nuremberg, Germany's, towering castle, fountains, Nazi Documentation Center and underground bomb shelters.
Arthur
Fern gets a cell phone; Brain does not want everyone to know that he was held back in kindergarten.
Odd Squad
Agents from the Big O's office threaten to shut down Odd Squad; Oona meets Dr. O's replacement.
Wild Kratts
Martin takes the Wild Kratts team on a mission to discover more about a hawk he's seen in the Sonoran Desert.
Weather Hunters
Unexpected humidity threatens to jeopardize Corky's video for the science day celebration at school.
Lyla in the Loop
Lyla, Luke and Everett look for buried car keys at the beach; Lyla and Everett write a Super Stu comic.
Carl the Collector
Lotta competes in the Fuzzytown Music Maker Championship, but the noise on stage becomes too much for her and she leaves; Carl forgets his bottle cap collection at his dad's house.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Nana Platypus helps take care of Daniel when Dad Tiger is unable to pick him up from school; Daniel's class takes a field trip.
Phoebe & Jay
Phoebe and Jay use Miss Jean's field guide to identify their new butterfly friend; Phoebe gets courage to perform at the talent show.
Sesame Street
Tango loses focus when Elmo tries to teach him a new trick.
Work It Out Wombats!
Super hunts for a lost sticker while the Wombats collaborate on a new ending for an old "Sticker Monster" story; the Wombats teach Zeke how to count to 10.
Donkey Hodie
Bob Dog is nervous about his Good Dog School graduation; Donkey helps Panda find his lost Super Porcupine puppet.
Rosie's Rules
Iggy wants to see the garbage truck, but Rosie doesn't know how to get it to come to their house; Rosie attempts to bring nature inside.
Elinor Wonders Why
Elinor, Ari and Olive enter the tomato drop contest at the Animal Town Tomato Festival; Elinor and Ari notice their friends are good at soccer, but they are not.
Alma's Way
Alma finds a way for everyone to get books while the library is under renovation; Alma finds a doll in the park.
Molly of Denali
The sun stays up all night in Qyah; Trini can't run on her hurt ankle, but she can still cheer; she's planned a big surprise at the finish line; Molly and Tooey practice traditional Gwich'in river navigation so they can save Grandpa Nat.
Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum
Leonardo da Vinci helps Xavier realize it's ok to try many different after-school activities; Amelia Earhart shows Brad that if there is something he wants to do, he should do it.
Antiques Roadshow
A Kentucky cherry corner cupboard circa 1815; a Qing period nephrite jade basin; a 1911 Julian Onderdonk landscape oil.
This Old House
Building a new subfloor; hunting for an old clawfoot tub; Tom demonstrates how to check porch level and build a hip roof; Project JumpStart; Tommy teaches the apprentices how to calculate the cuts needed to make the rafters.
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.
BBC World News America
A detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington, D.C.
PBS News Hour
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
BBC News: The Context USA
Coverage from Washington, D.C. and London, with a regular panel of guests from across the political spectrum discussing the biggest stories of the day.
Film-Maker
Poignant short documentary films include, "Open Dialogues: Gen QueerZ" and "Roots of Lil Greenhouse.".
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.
Orchard House: Home of Little Women
The private home of Louisa May Alcott and her family in Concord, Mass., provides the setting for her book, "Little Women.".
Iconic America: Our Symbols and Stories With David Rubenstein
The American bald eagle symbolizes patriotism, environmental activism and Native American traditions.
Amanpour and Company
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
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.
POV
Two Nairobi women overcome challenges including local politics to transform what used to be a whites-only library into a cultural hub.
Sacred Ground With Tim Daly
Environmental challenges and the people working to make the world a better place; host Tim Daly.
¿Qué pasa, USA?
A Cuban family adjusts to life in the United States.
Rick Steves' Europe
The complex history of Bulgaria, from ancient Thracian tombs to medieval Orthodox Christian monasteries to Soviet monuments.
Arthur
Baby Kate and her dog, Pal, venture to the Children's Zoo in search of the Dolly Llama; Brian and Sue Ellen decline to join the Lakewood Pride Committee.
Odd Squad
A young agent in training gets lost at headquarters; Olive and Otto try to stop a villain with a vendetta against cubes.
Wild Kratts
Chris and Martin are miniaturized for an underground mission with earthworms.
Weather Hunters
The Hunters investigate a mysterious rain that happens with no clouds in the Indonesian rainforest.
Lyla in the Loop
Lyla and Everett struggle to play Hot Cross Buns at the same tempo, and they learn how to read music; Lyla is upset when Luke's snack becomes popular.
Carl the Collector
Forrest can't wait to try everything at the Fuzzytown Friends Picnic, but gets into trouble when he is unable to wait his turn; Carl hosts a Super Blue Moon Sleepover.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel greets his friends at school; Miss Elaina and Katerina play space restaurant.
Phoebe & Jay
Phoebe and Jay create a game show for Grandma; Phoebe and Jay must find the best way to spend the community coin jar money by taking a building-wide vote.
Sesame Street
While Abby and Elmo work together to find a lost Bubble Bug, Grover and Cookie Monster stay behind to take care of the fairy garden's magical beasties.
Work It Out Wombats!
The Treeborhood is alive with sound patterns; Zadie loses one of Louisa's toys.
Donkey Hodie
Panda helps Donkey prepare for her first eye exam; Donkey cheers herself on in the Music Marathon.
Rosie's Rules
Rosie is so excited to celebrate Christmas with abuela in Mexico City that she forgets to bring her present.
Elinor Wonders Why
Elinor is the new Clean Captain at school and takes things too far; Ari has a loose tooth.
Alma's Way
Alma and her friends judge a Best Bronx food truck contest; Alma and Junior are excited to play restaurant in their backyard, until Howard opens a competing restaurant.
Molly of Denali
Molly and Tooey join Nina and Olin on a cave exploration to find out how old Qyah really is.
Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum
Theodore Roosevelt helps Brad overcome his dislike of creepy crawly things, showing him that nature needs space to live and grow; Eleanor Roosevelt teaches Xavier that any job can be amazing as long as you help others.
Antiques Roadshow
An antique Asscher-cut diamond ring; a 1923 Dempsey vs. Gibbons fight bell; a 1970 Elvis Presley-signed album and belt.
This Old House
Framing a deck; chimney gets demo'ed; Kevin, the homeowners and their interior designer design the new tile floors; Tommy and the apprentices finish the framing and move on to the stairs; a wood-burning stove; snaking the flue up through the roof.
Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Exploring the family trees of musicians Lizzo and Flea.
Iconic America: Our Symbols and Stories With David Rubenstein
The American bald eagle symbolizes patriotism, environmental activism and Native American traditions.
BBC World News America
A detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington, D.C.
PBS News Hour
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
BBC News: The Context USA
Coverage from Washington, D.C. and London, with a regular panel of guests from across the political spectrum discussing the biggest stories of the day.
Changing Seas
At the northernmost research station in the world, scientists brave the cold and darkness to understand how some of the tiniest animals survive at a time of year when their main food source is not available.
Nature
Grizzly 399 attempts to raise an unusually large litter in Grand Teton National Park, becoming a hopeful symbol of the survival and preservation of wildlife.
WPBT-DT Viewing Schedule & Channel Overview
WPBT-DT is a public television station based in South Florida, serving as a primary PBS member station for the Miami and Fort Lauderdale viewing area. Accessing a clear tv guide helps viewers navigate the station's diverse broadcast schedule, which features educational programs, local news, public affairs, documentaries, and cultural broadcasts. This guide outlines how to find daily listings, understand broadcast times, and stay updated on upcoming programming.
About WPBT-DT
WPBT-DT operates as part of South Florida PBS, formed following a merger between WPBT and WXEL-TV. Broadcasting on digital channel 2, the station has provided non-commercial educational and public service broadcasting to South Florida communities for decades. WPBT-DT produces both regional content tailored to South Florida residents and broadcasts nationally recognized PBS programming.
Using the WPBT-DT TV Guide
The tv guide for WPBT-DT provides a comprehensive layout of scheduled broadcasts across the station's main high-definition digital channel and subchannels. Reviewing the schedule allows viewers to plan their daily viewing, track multi-part documentary series, and discover special public broadcasting events.
Broadcast listings generally feature:
- Program Titles and Descriptions: Brief summaries outlining specific episodes or special broadcasts.
- Broadcast Dates and Times: Scheduled air times adjusted for local Eastern Time (ET).
- Episode Numbers: Guidance on season and episode information for series programming.
- Ratings and Content Advisories: Age-appropriateness guidelines for family and educational content.
WPBT-DT TV Guide Listings for Tonight
When searching for tv guide listings for tonight, viewers can review the evening broadcast block, which typically begins in the early evening and continues into prime time and late-night hours. Prime-time programming on WPBT-DT frequently includes flagship PBS series, investigative journalism broadcasts, performance arts specials, and locally produced public interest programs.
To check what is airing tonight:
- Consult the current date's listing on the program schedule.
- Filter or scroll to the evening hours (typically 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM ET).
- Verify the program title, duration, and channel number (over-the-air or provider-specific).
Because broadcast schedules can occasionally be adjusted for breaking news, live coverage, or pledge events, checking the latest electronic program guide (EPG) or official schedule ensures accurate air times.
Programming Categories on WPBT-DT
WPBT-DT offers a broad spectrum of non-commercial television programming designed to serve public interests across age groups and cultural backgrounds. Key programming categories include:
- News and Public Affairs: In-depth regional and national news coverage, political analysis, and community discussion forums.
- Documentaries and History: Science, nature, historical retrospectives, and investigative storytelling.
- Children's Educational Content: Age-appropriate educational programming during morning and afternoon blocks.
- Arts, Culture, and Performance: Musical performances, theatrical broadcasts, visual arts showcases, and local cultural features.
- Lifestyle and Instructional: Cooking, gardening, home improvement, and travel series.
Notable PBS and Local Programs
WPBT-DT airs a combination of widely distributed PBS national content and original regional productions. While specific episode schedules vary by day and season, recurring program offerings often include:
- PBS NewsHour: Daily national and international news analysis.
- Frontline: Investigative documentary reporting on current global and national issues.
- NOVA: Science and technology documentary series exploring natural phenomena and research.
- Antiques Roadshow: Appraisals of historical items, art, and antiques across various American cities.
- Local Public Affairs & Specials: Regionally focused programs highlighting South Florida's environmental, economic, and cultural developments.
How to Navigate and Plan Your Viewing
Finding specific shows and planning upcoming viewing on WPBT-DT involves a few straightforward steps:
- Confirm the Channel: Ensure you are viewing the WPBT-DT schedule for over-the-air digital channel 2 or your local cable/satellite channel assignment.
- Select the Date: Use the schedule interface to select today, tonight, or a future date within the upcoming week.
- Account for Time Zone: All WPBT-DT broadcast times are listed in Eastern Time (ET). Viewers outside the local area using digital platforms should adjust accordingly.
- Check Subchannels: WPBT-DT may operate secondary digital subchannels featuring alternative PBS programming feeds, such as Create or PBS KIDS.
Viewing and Reception Information
WPBT-DT is accessible through multiple distribution methods across the South Florida media market:
- Over-the-Air (OTA): Available free via a digital antenna tuned to channel 2 in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale signal coverage area.
- Cable and Satellite Providers: Carried on regional cable systems and satellite TV packages. Channel positioning varies by provider and location.
- Livestreaming and Digital Platforms: Selected broadcasts and local programs are accessible via the PBS App and official South Florida PBS digital services.
Regional Schedule Differences & Changes
Television schedules are subject to periodic changes due to special broadcasts, community events, or breaking news coverage. While daily schedules remain consistent for regular series, evening special events may alter standard start times. Viewers are encouraged to verify current listings periodically for exact program timing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is WPBT-DT?
WPBT-DT is a PBS member television station based in South Florida, serving Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and surrounding communities with public educational programming, news, and documentaries.
Where can I find the WPBT-DT TV schedule?
You can review the WPBT-DT TV schedule through electronic program guides provided by cable and satellite services, over-the-air channel listings, and online public broadcasting schedule directories.
How do I check what is on WPBT-DT tonight?
Check the daily program schedule for the current date and scroll to the evening hours (7:00 PM ET onward) to see the scheduled prime-time and late-night shows.
Does WPBT-DT broadcast in high definition?
Yes, WPBT-DT's primary signal broadcasts in digital high definition (HD) over the air and through local television providers.
Are WPBT-DT program times shown in Eastern Time?
Yes, all broadcast schedules for WPBT-DT are listed in Eastern Time (ET), matching the local time zone of South Florida.
Can WPBT-DT schedules change unexpectedly?
Broadcast times may occasionally shift due to special live events, breaking news, or public broadcasting pledge drives. Checking the latest listings provides the most accurate timing.