WVPB-DT TV Guide: Schedules and Program Listings
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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An unpublished Art Spiegelman book proposal circa 1974; headboard from the set of "The Godfather: Part II"; rare photographic baseball cards with a handwritten letter from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.
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An unpublished Art Spiegelman book proposal circa 1974; headboard from the set of "The Godfather: Part II"; rare photographic baseball cards with a handwritten letter from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.
This Old House
An arborist prunes the birch tree and installs a cable for support; using a trowel to spread thinset for the marble tiles; the newel post and handrails are restored; the white fireplace is stripped; after 10 weeks, the apprentices graduate.
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.
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.
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.
Sit and Be Fit
Using a large ball to warm up the body and a small ball to exercise the fingers; using a towel for stretching; brain exercises; balance strengthening exercises; visual relaxation.
Garden Smart
Interesting palettes of plants and talented designers create beautiful gardens.
The Great American Recipe
Eight contestants compete to win The Great American Recipe, preparing dishes that reflect their culinary style as home cooks.
Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Tracing the family trees of talk show host Sara Haines and playwright Tracy Letts.
Iconic America: Our Symbols and Stories With David Rubenstein
The story of Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox, and the city's loyalty to its team and love for its ballpark.
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.
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.
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.
Amanpour and Company
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
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.
This Old House
Front porch; firewood from a Norway maple; siding is almost complete; Norm and Liz work on the deck; ornamental brackets are installed; quartz counters installed; in Newton, Roger creates a new walkway; Liz puts in new windows; eight drywells.
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.
Sit and Be Fit
Movements target different muscle groups and joints; standing exercises improve gait, balance and mobility; pelvic girdle.
On Story
Comic and writer Jen Statsky takes us inside the writers room of the comedy "Hacks," from pitching the original concept to developing the relationship between the show's two conflicting protagonists.
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.
Nature
Three orphaned lion cubs fend for themselves on the Skeleton Coast of Namibia.
NOVA
Tracing the story of where we came from and when we became humans that not only look like us but think and behave as we do.
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.
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.
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.
WVPB-DT is the flagship digital television station for West Virginia Public Broadcasting (WVPB), serving viewers across West Virginia and surrounding regions. As a member station of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), WVPB-DT provides educational children's programming, in-depth news and public affairs, regional documentaries, and cultural arts broadcasts. Accessing an accurate TV guide helps viewers plan their daily viewing, track upcoming broadcasts, and explore the diverse schedule offered by public television.
About WVPB-DT
WVPB-DT operates as part of the West Virginia Educational Broadcasting Authority, broadcasting from Charleston and Huntington, West Virginia. The station provides over-the-air digital television signals and is carried across local cable, satellite, and digital streaming platforms throughout the region.
As a non-commercial public television outlet, WVPB-DT focuses on community-oriented broadcasting. Its schedule mixes nationally distributed PBS content with locally produced West Virginia programs, covering regional history, Appalachian culture, state government proceedings, and outdoor recreation.
Understanding the WVPB-DT TV Guide
Using a comprehensive TV guide allows viewers to browse the WVPB-DT schedule by date, time, and program category. Because public broadcasting stations often air multi-cast digital subchannels—such as PBS KIDS, Create, or World Channel alongside their main HD signal—checking the daily TV guide ensures you are tuned to the correct channel stream.
Daily listings detail regular broadcast blocks, including morning educational lineups, afternoon lifestyle and instruction, and evening news and drama programming. To ensure you catch your favorite shows, check the TV schedule regularly for seasonal adjustments and special event broadcasts.
Finding TV Guide Listings for Tonight
Primetime on public television features flagship public affairs programs, historical documentaries, British dramas, and science series. Looking up TV guide listings for tonight gives you an immediate overview of what is airing during peak viewing hours on WVPB-DT.
Evening broadcasts typically begin with national and local news coverage, transitioning into evening documentaries, performance arts, or investigative reporting. Because live broadcasts or special pledge events can occasionally modify the evening schedule, consulting tonight's listings helps confirm exact airtimes before tuning in.
Programming Categories on WVPB-DT
WVPB-DT offers a balanced lineup designed for viewers of all ages. Major programming categories include:
- Children's Educational Content: Morning and daytime programming focused on early childhood literacy, STEM education, and social-emotional learning.
- News and Public Affairs: Daily national news programs paired with local reporting on West Virginia government, community issues, and regional economy.
- Documentaries and History: In-depth exploration of American history, world events, nature, science, and West Virginia heritage.
- Arts, Drama, and Culture: Masterpiece theater productions, performance showcases, musical concerts, and local cultural features.
- How-To and Lifestyle: Cooking, woodworking, gardening, and travel programs featured primarily on daytime schedules and subchannels.
How to Use the WVPB-DT Schedule Efficiently
- Identify Your Receiver Type: Determine whether you receive WVPB-DT over-the-air via antenna, or through a cable, satellite, or streaming provider.
- Check Your Local Time Zone: WVPB-DT operates in the Eastern Time Zone. Adjust schedule times accordingly if viewing from adjacent areas.
- Review Subchannel Options: Confirm whether the listing applies to WVPB's main HD channel or one of its secondary digital channels.
- Verify Date and Time: Select the specific day and timeslot you wish to view to see complete episode descriptions and broadcast times.
Viewing Options and Regional Coverage
WVPB-DT is available over-the-air to homes across West Virginia, eastern Kentucky, southeastern Ohio, and parts of southwest Virginia and Pennsylvania. Cable and satellite coverage varies by local market provider, and live streaming is often available through digital public broadcasting platforms and local broadcast apps.
Time Zone and Schedule Variations
Broadcast times listed in the TV guide correspond to Eastern Standard Time (EST) or Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). Special live broadcasts, state legislative coverage, or emergency alerts may cause temporary variations in the scheduled lineup. Check the most recent digital schedule for real-time updates on program adjustments.
Evergreen vs. Time-Sensitive Schedule Information
While core programming blocks—such as weekday morning children's shows and early evening news—remain consistent throughout the broadcast season, specific episode titles, movie presentations, and live specials change daily. Always cross-reference recurring series times with updated daily listings to confirm new episode releases.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is WVPB-DT?
WVPB-DT is the main digital television channel of West Virginia Public Broadcasting, serving as the PBS member station for Charleston, Huntington, and the surrounding regions.
What programs can I find on the WVPB-DT TV guide?
The schedule features a mix of PBS national programming, educational children's shows, news broadcasts, nature documentaries, masterclass lifestyle series, and local West Virginia public affairs shows.
What is on WVPB-DT tonight?
Tonight's lineup typically features news coverage followed by primetime documentaries, dramas, or cultural performance specials. Check the specific daily TV guide listings for exact show titles and start times.
How can I check program times for WVPB-DT?
You can view broadcast times by selecting your desired date on the TV schedule, taking note of your local time zone and channel provider listings.
Do WVPB-DT broadcast times vary by provider?
While the over-the-air broadcast time remains uniform across the Eastern time zone, channel numbers and digital subchannel locations vary depending on whether you use cable, satellite, or an antenna.