FEATURED PROGRAMS on Blue Ridge PBS
Be sure to check our schedule for additional air times!
All Creatures Great & Small: Chapter 5
Wednesday, August 13 @ 9:30pm
Go behind-the-scenes with the cast and creators of this beloved Masterpiece series. It’s Spring 1941, and with World War II fully underway, we return to Darrowby, where baby Jimmy is keeping everyone at Skeldale House on their toes. Meanwhile, Tristan’s surprise return turns out to be more complicated than Siegfried hoped.
America the Bountiful
Thursdays @ 7pm
A journey into America's heartland to learn about its culture and find inspiration in the evocative chronicles of farmers, artisans, restaurateurs, and home cooks through the fare they grow, produce, and eat.
August 7 – Lobster in Maine
Capri explores regional traditions surrounding lobster in Maine. She visits the largest lobster festival in Maine; boards a working lobster boat; experiences a traditional lobster boil on a private island; and gets a taste of Togo through two lobster driven dishes at restaurant Me Lon Togo.
August 14 – Cherries in Michigan
Capri Cafaro explores the regional traditions surrounding cherries in Michigan. She visits a cherry farm and harvests both sweet and tart cherries; stops in at the country’s largest cherry festival; learns how to make a cold cherry soup; and visits a roadside cherry mecca.
American Experience
Tuesdays
Discover the incredible characters and epic stories that have shaped America’s past and present.
August 19 @ 8pm – My Lai
What drove a company of American soldiers — ordinary young men from around the country — to commit the worst atrocity in American military history? Were they “just following orders” as some later declared? Or, did they break under the pressure of a vicious war in which the line between enemy soldier and civilian had been intentionally blurred? AMERICAN EXPERIENCE focuses on the 1968 My Lai massacre, its subsequent cover-up, and the heroic efforts of the soldiers who broke ranks to try to halt the atrocities and then bring them to light. Winner of the 2010 Peabody Award and the 2010 Primetime Emmy Award for Non-Fiction Directing
August 26 @ 9pm – Clearing the Air: The War on Smog – NEW EPISODE!
Explore how L.A.’s devastating smog problem led to the creation of the EPA and the Clean Air Act.
American Masters: Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story
Monday, August 11 @ 7pm
Take an intimate look into the life of Liza Minnelli, best known for her Oscar-winning role in Cabaret. Following in the footsteps of her mother Judy Garland, Minnelli used her boundless raw talent to build her own legacy in showbiz.
Atlantic Crossing on Masterpiece
Sundays @ 10pm
A princess steals the heart of the president of the United States in an epic drama based on the World War II relationship of Franklin Roosevelt and Norwegian Crown Princess Martha. Kyle MacLachlan (Twin Peaks, Sex and the City) stars as Roosevelt, opposite Swedish star Sofia Helin (The Bridge) as the beautiful Martha, who flees the Nazis with her three young children and lives under Roosevelt’s protection. The eight-part series co-stars Tobias Santelmann as Crown Prince Olav and Harriet Sansom Harris as First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt.
August 3 – Finale!
With the war almost over, the president’s health takes a bad turn. Olav tries to keep Norway out of the clutches of the Soviets. He also faces rocky relations with Martha.
Atomic Echoes: Untold Stories from World War II
Thursday, August 14 @ 8pm
Two friends, connected by family histories on opposite sides of World War II, set out to explore the lasting trauma of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings. As the last witnesses near the end of their lives, their voices urge us to confront the true cost of nuclear war to avoid history repeating itself.
Atomic People
Monday, August 11 @ 9:30pm & Tuesday, August 12 @ 8pm
Through personal accounts with archival footage, witness the human fallout of the first and last atomic bombs used in warfare from the only remaining survivors on Earth of a nuclear attack.
Caregiving
Tuesday, August 5 @ 8pm
Caregiving will explore caregiving across themes such as seniors, veterans, cancer, youth, mental health and more. It will demonstrate the resourcefulness of the human spirit, as well as creative solutions and successful programs, both large and small, that exist throughout the United States.
Cats of Malta
Thursday, August 28 @ 9pm
Cats of Malta celebrates the island’s stray cats and the people who, through volunteering, art, and community spirit, show the cats unconditional love and support.
Grantchester, Season 10, on Masterpiece
Sunday, August 3 @ 9pm - Season 10 Finale!
Alphy and Geordie keep an eye on rising tensions as a controversial figure is invited to speak at the university. When a murder is committed, however, they disagree on how to approach the case.
Great American Recipe
Fridays @ 9pm
The competition returns to Nashville with eight talented home cooks showcasing their signature recipes each week. After eight weeks of cherished recipes and heartfelt stories, one home cook will be crowned the winner of The Great American Recipe!
August 1 – In week four, the six remaining home cooks face two challenges that push them beyond their comfort zones! First, they must prepare one of the judges’ recipes. In the second round, the recipe swap returns, and the cooks get to put their spin on each other’s dishes.
August 8 – Week five has arrived, and the home cooks must create a dish based on a family tradition. In the second round, they’ll prepare heirloom recipes that have been treasured by their families. At the end, the three finalists will be revealed.
August 15 – The final week is here! The three finalists face two rounds of cooking to determine the winner. First, they’ll prepare a hometown recipe, followed by an entrée, side dish, and dessert that represents their personal Great American Recipe.
Great Performances: Vienna Philharmonic Summer Night Concert 2025
Friday, August 29 @ 9pm
Enjoy this annual concert from Schönbrunn Palace conducted for the first time by Tugan Sokhiev. Opera star Piotr Beczała joins as soloist performing arias from "Carmen" and "Turandot" along with the Vienna Boys Choir in their “Summer Night” debut.
Great Performances at the Met: Le Nozze Di Figaro
Sunday, August 17 @ 2pm
Conductor Joana Mallwitz makes her Met debut leading the cast in Mozart’s comic masterpiece. Michael Sumuel is the clever valet Figaro opposite Olga Kulchynska as his betrothed, the wily maid Susanna. Joshua Hopkins plays the skirt-chasing Count, Federica Lombardi portrays his anguished wife, and Marianne Crebassa takes on the role of the adolescent page Cherubino.
Hotel Portofino, Season 3
Back-to-Back Episodes! Sundays, August 10 & 17 @ 9pm
When Cecil returns requesting a divorce, Bella must decide what her future holds. But when the Wall Street Crash hits, Bella and Cecil lose everything. Desperation leads to dangerous actions in this sun-soaked 1920s Italian drama.
Islam’s Greatest Stories of Love
Friday, August 22 @ 9pm
Devastated by her father’s sudden death, a young woman seeks solace in five timeless stories of love and loss from the Islamic tradition. Woven through them is Ariella’s own powerful journey to rediscover faith, hope, and the courage to love again.
Kerry: Tides of Time
Thursdays, August 14 & 21 @ 10pm
Narrated by Brendan Gleeson, this cinematic two-part series explores County Kerry on the southwest coast of Ireland. Explore the region’s natural history, dramatic geology, and enduring human story. With breathtaking imagery and poetic storytelling, it captures the wild beauty, cultural depth, and ancient spirit of this remarkable county. An immersive portrait of Kerry in all its splendor.
Nature
Wednesdays @ 8pm
NATURE on PBS brings rich and rewarding stories from the wild to homes across America. NATURE on PBS brings rich and rewarding stories from the wild to homes across America.
August 6 – The Hummingbird Effect
Discover how tiny hummingbirds influence their many flowering kingdoms and their ripple effects on macaws, quetzals, monkeys, tapirs and more. Set in the exotic landscapes of Costa Rica.
August 20 – The Platypus Guardian
Witness the story of Pete Walsh, a Tasmanian man who befriends a platypus he names Zoom. With the help of experts, Pete learns more about the platypus’s secret world in a mission to protect them from the dangers of urban development.
August 27 – Gorilla
Get an intimate look at a silverback family in Gabon’s Loango National Park. Meet a newborn gorilla, forest elephants, buffalos and brave researchers in one of the last remaining wild coasts in the African tropics.
Pompeii: The New Dig – NEW EPISODE!
Wednesday, August 6 @ 10pm
Follow the biggest archaeological excavation in Pompeii for a generation in this landmark series. Through exciting discoveries and fresco-inspired animations, imagine the life and horrors faced in Pompeii as Vesuvius erupted in AD 79.
Professor T – NEW SEASON!
Sundays @ 8pm
After Season 3’s shocking finale, Jasper struggles to face police work. But, with the support of Dan and Helena, he is soon solving cases once more. In addition to crime and mystery, Jasper’s personal life begins to blossom.
August 24 – Overboard
Since Lisa’s death, Jasper cannot face police work and is avoiding Dan. But when a woman disappears from a boat, Jasper is forced to help the police.
August 31 – September Gardens
When Zelda brings Jasper to a retirement home to meet her date, a murder suddenly takes place. But Dan and Jasper working together causes tension.
The Quilting Women of Gee’s Bend
Monday, August 4 @ 10pm
Learn about the celebrated quilts made by a community of African American women in rural Alabama. Born out of necessity and now recognized as an artform, the quilting practice has been passed down from mothers to daughters for generations.
Richlands Mural
Monday August 4 @ 7:30pm & Thursday, August 7 @ 8pm
This documentary follows the acclaimed artist Ellen Elmes as she leads a team of noble volunteers to rescue a small Appalachian coal town’s historic mural – a colossal masterwork she originally painted 40 years ago. This half-hour documentary uncovers the surprising history, methods, and people behind a beloved piece of public art.
The Statler Brothers Farewell Concert Special
Saturday, August 9 @ 7pm
On October 26, 2002, the Statler Brothers took the stage for the last time, ending a run of more than 40 years as one of country music's most beloved and honored acts. The concert, from the Salem Civic Center in Salem, VA, showcases many of their most memorable hits performed before an enthusiastic packed house.
Followed by Wilson Fairchild @ 8pm
Langdon and Wil Reid, sons of Don and Harold Reid, of the legendary Statler Brothers, pay tribute to their roots and honor the legacy of their fathers with heartfelt renditions of hits including “I’ll Go to My Grave Loving You,” “The Class of ’57” and more. Hosted by award-winning Grand Ole Opry Announcer Bill Cody, the program finds the cousins adding their touch to these musical gems, showcasing their signature talents.
Unforgotten on Masterpiece – NEW SEASON!
Sundays @ 10pm
Join DCI Jess James, DI Sunny Khan, and their team as they investigate the hidden truth behind mysterious human remains found in East London.
August 24 – Episode 1
When a spine is dredged out of Whitney Marsh, it leads the team to a new challenge.
August 31 – Episode 2
The team investigates Gerry Cooper’s life and criminal past.
Walking with Dinosaurs: A Viewer’s Guide
Wednesday, August 13 @ 8pm
Go behind-the-scenes of the six-part series that takes viewers on a unique journey back through time, revealing the incredible life stories of these long-lost giants. Learn the dramatic story of the dinosaurs whose remains are currently being unearthed by the world's leading dinosaur hunters and, through cutting-edge science, discover how these prehistoric creatures lived, hunted, fought, and died more accurately than ever before.