New Seasons of Your Favorite PBS NC Shows
This spring, discover personal stories, inspiring programming and trusted resources that will stir your emotions and keep you engaged as your favorite PBS NC shows return with new seasons.
Sheri Castle celebrates eight more beloved ingredients in season 2 of The Key Ingredient with Sheri Castle. She visits an heirloom rice farm in the mountains, explores fig varieties on Ocracoke Island, and journeys everywhere in between to discover the stories behind these treasured ingredients — and the recipes that make them shine.
Join Deborah Holt Noel as she explores new restaurants, activities and experiences across the state in new episodes of NC Weekend. New episodes and digital videos from My Home, NC uncover hidden gems and histories of our state, telling the stories of what it means to be a North Carolinian. And Reel South premieres a new lineup of films exploring the complex layers of "love" — for your home, your family and yourself.
Preview these shows and more below, airing on PBS NC (check schedule for all tv listings) and streaming on the free PBS App (download now).
PREMIERING IN APRIL
Wednesday, April 19, 7:30 PM
State of Change: Natural Solutions
Carbon is the building block of all life on Earth. But excess carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is changing the planet’s climate. This season, State of Change: Natural Solutions explores how we can mitigate the impacts of climate change by pulling carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere and sequestering it in the ground. We will trek to the spongy peatlands of Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge, meet farmers in Reidsville, visit our unique tidewater region and more to learn how North Carolinians are leading in this science.
State of Change is part of the Pulitzer Center’s Connected Coastlines reporting initiative. Watch digital shorts and explore in-depth reporting. >
Thursdays in April & May, 10 PM
Reel South
The people, culture, landscape and history of the South both captivate and bewilder. In the cherished tradition of Southern storytelling, Reel South reveals the South's proud yet complicated heritage, as told by a diversity of voices and perspectives. Season 8 forefronts the complexities and unyielding vitality of love — love for your home, your family, your God, your people and, critically, yourself.
COMING TO PBS IN MAY
Thursday, May 4, 8 PM
The Key Ingredient
Renowned food writer and cooking teacher Sheri Castle celebrates favorite local ingredients, tracing their journeys from source to kitchen. Sheri introduces us to local farmers, growers, fisherman and chefs and shares approachable home cooking recipes and tips. In season 2, discover beloved ingredients, like strawberries, figs, trout, rice and more.
Thursday, May 4, 8:30 PM
My Home, NC
Enjoy a unique look at the food, music, people and culture that make North Carolina our home. Hosted by Heather Burgiss, the show uncovers and celebrates the hidden gems and histories that make life in North Carolina so unique and enthralling.
New Episodes Every Thursday, 9 PM
North Carolina Weekend
Join host Deborah Holt Noel as she shares the best things to see and do across the state each weekend. Whether you're a fan of bluegrass or jazz, an experienced hiker looking for a new trail to conquer or a family planning their next vacation, North Carolina Weekend brings our state's must-see places and events right into your home.
Thursday, May 4, 9:30 PM
My Music with Rhiannon Giddens
Grammy winner and MacArthur “Genius Grant” recipient Rhiannon Giddens hosts a new half-hour series of musical performance and conversation with outstanding guest artists—innovative and accomplished musicians and storytellers who have forged unconventional paths to find their voices.
FRIDAYS ON PBS NC & THE PBS APP
Every week, PBS NC shows discuss and analyze the week's news, covering legislative developments, current events and contemporary issues facing our communities.
FRIDAYS AT 7 PM
Black Issues Forum
Black Issues Forum hosts local leaders to discuss such topics as politics, health, education, justice, entertainment, technology and public policy.
FRIDAYS AT 7:30 PM
ncIMPACT
ncIMPACT explores key issues facing our state and how citizens find impactful solutions in their own communities.
FRIDAYS AT 8:30 PM
State Lines
Experienced political analysts, journalists and elected officials examine the state’s top legislative stories and current events.
STREAMING NOW ON THE PBS APP
New Stories Every Month in 2023
Year of the Trail
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the 1973 North Carolina Trails System Act, 2023 is the Year of the Trail, a statewide celebration of trails and outdoor recreation in North Carolina. Throughout the year, PBS NC series will explore 20 trails across the state that highlight various types of outdoor recreation, including hiking, paddling, mountain biking and horseback riding. The series also showcases the people and organizations that make the trails welcoming and accessible to all.
Watch Year of the Trail stories in your favorite PBS NC shows all year and on our YouTube playlist.
The North Carolina Year of the Trail series is presented by the State Employees Credit Union Foundation.
New Episode Thursday, April 27
Rogue History
What if everything we know about pirates is actually wrong? Join maritime archaeologist and historian Joel Cook as we explore the history of pirates through a new lens in this digital series from PBS Origins. Together we’ll unravel historical myths, unearth lost narratives and discover fresh perspectives.
Watch now on YouTube and the PBS App. A new episode of Rogue History premieres Thursday, April 27th.
All Episodes Streaming Now
Southern Songbirds
Celebrate the power of women in country music with this concert series recorded at the North Carolina Museum of History in Raleigh. Artists Tift Merritt, Rissi Palmer, H.C. McEntire, Caitlin Cary and Charly Lowry bring their unique styles to the stage and share their personal and musical influences.
Southern Songbirds is supported by the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
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