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01/21/2021

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01/19/2021

PBS

PBS

Author. Adventurer. Legend.

Discover the man behind the myth during #HemingwayPBS, a film by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick. Premieres Mon, April 5 at 8/7c.

01/19/2021

2021 PBS Kids Games!

Invite your child to join their favorite PBS KIDS characters in learning about science, math, creativity and more with the free PBS KIDS games app! The app includes more than 100 learning games that kids can play at home or on-the-go AND without Wi-Fi once downloaded: https://to.pbs.org/39GBwG6

01/18/2021

"How It Feels To Be Free" Tonight at 8 p.m. on KAMU!

"How It Feels To Be Free,” a new American Masters documentary about trailblazing Black female entertainers Lena Horne, Abbey Lincoln, Diahann Carroll, Nina Simone, Cicely Tyson and Pam Grier, premieres tonight at 8 p.m. on PBS.

Executive produced by 15-Time Grammy winner Alicia Keys and produced by Yap Films, this documentary tells the inspiring story of how six iconic African American female entertainers challenged an entertainment industry deeply complicit in perpetuating racist stereotypes and transformed themselves and their audiences in the process.

01/18/2021

Origin of Everything

Origin of Everything

Did you know Martin Luther King Jr Day wasn’t celebrated in all 50 states until 2000? And that in order to create the holiday honoring the civil rights leader we needed help from Stevie Wonder and the National Football League. Why was this the case? How did it all happen?

01/16/2021

ACL Live with The War & Treaty and Ruthie Foster!

Revel in modern Southern soul with Nashville’s The War and Treaty and Austin’s Ruthie Foster. The War and Treaty play songs from their acclaimed album Hearts Town, while Foster performs numbers from across her career. Join us tonight at 10 p.m. to enjoy live music from Austin's very own ACL Live!

01/15/2021

We are grateful for her influence and for her legacy. ❤️ Thank you, Joanne Rogers, for all your kindness.

Fred Rogers Productions is deeply saddened by the passing of Joanne Rogers. The loving partner of Fred Rogers for more than 50 years, she continued their shared commitment to supporting children and families after his death as chair of the board of Fred Rogers Productions. Joanne was a brilliant and accomplished musician, a wonderful advocate for the arts, and a dear friend to everyone in our organization. We extend our heartfelt condolences to Joanne’s family and the thousands of people who had the privilege of knowing and loving her.

01/14/2021

American Masters

American Masters

Discover icons Lena Horne, Abbey Lincoln, Nina Simone, Diahann Carroll, Cicely Tyson and Pam Grier.

“How It Feels To Be Free” premieres Monday 1/18 at 9pm on PBS.

#AmericanMastersPBS #Documentary #LenaHorne #AbbeyLincoln #NinaSimone #DiahannCarroll #CicelyTyson #PamGrier #Film

01/13/2021

Jazz | Gumbo | Episode 1

Start streaming "Jazz: A Film by Ken Burns" on PBS now! This 10-part series begins in New Orleans, 19th century America's most cosmopolitan city, where the sound of marching bands, Italian opera, Caribbean rhythms, and minstrel shows fills the streets with a richly diverse musical culture. Keep watching as Ken Burns follows the growth and development of jazz music. Begin with Episode 1 here: https://www.pbs.org/video/jazz-episode-1-gumbo/

JAZZ begins in New Orleans, nineteenth century America's most cosmopolitan city.

01/12/2021

Join us in welcoming a new program to KAMU called "Pati's Mexican Table."

The three-time James Beard award-winning and Emmy nominated TV series "Pati’s Mexican Table" brings authentic Mexican flavors, colors, textures and warmth into your home. Pati Jinich is a former policy analyst, focused on Latin American politics and history, turned chef, cookbook author, and TV host whose true passion lies in sharing the tastes of her childhood and culinary adventures in her native country. In each episode, Pati embarks upon an exciting and entertaining journey, where each dish serves as a point of departure into Mexico’s rich history and culture, Pati’s personal experiences, her family life, and her ongoing conversations with cooks in both Mexico and the US.

"Pati’s Mexican Table" will be airing each Tuesday at noon starting on Jan. 19! For more information about the show click here: https://to.pbs.org/2LibOQ5

01/10/2021

Today marks MASTERPIECE | PBS' 50th anniversary! Celebrate the anniversary season by joining us in watching several new showing airing this month like "Elizabeth is Missing" and "Miss Scarlet and the Duke." Begin the celebration by watching the premiere to the new series "All Creatures Great and Small." Join us tonight at 8p.m. to fall in love with the tales of James Harriet while also continuing to support MASTERPIECE | PBS.

01/08/2021

Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences

A new adaptation of 'All Creatures Great and Small,' the book and classic TV show that entertained generations of veterinarians and animal lovers alike, will be premiering on KAMU Public Broadcasting this Sunday! The story features two country veterinarians' hilarious and heartwarming adventures in 1930s Yorkshire.

The show will air at 8 p.m. on Jan 10 and is free to the public and accessible to anyone in the KAMU viewing area. Learn more at kamutvfm.org.

01/08/2021

MASTERPIECE | PBS

MASTERPIECE | PBS

Tristan is more interested in a pint down the Drovers than hard work... much to the dismay of his older brother. All Creatures Great and Small begins in TWO DAYS!

01/07/2021

MASTERPIECE | PBS

MASTERPIECE | PBS is launching their 50th anniversary season with can’t-miss programs featuring A-list talent, spectacular stories and breathtaking settings. Learn more on what’s to come: https://to.pbs.org/3lOtFdH
Also tune in to MASTERPIECE | PBS's "50 Fabulous Years" special with host Alan Cumming as we look back at the PBS series that first introduced viewers to British period drama in 1971!
https://fb.watch/2RBxAltxKA/

MASTERPIECE is celebrating our 50th Anniversary this Sunday, January 10! In honor of this occasion we've launched a new opening for the series to highlight five decades of iconic programs. Which of your favorites can you spot here?

01/06/2021

All Creatures Great & Small premieres Jan. 10th at 8 p.m.!

Who else is excited for the MASTERPIECE | PBS premiere of "All Creatures Great and Small" in four days? Tune in on January 10 at 8 p.m. You won't want to miss the premiere of this heartwarming tale!

01/01/2021

Happy New Year from KAMU!
Need help on some 2021 resolutions? We have got you covered! Start fresh this year with the guidance of some of our programs! Start traveling more with "Curious Traveler" or learn how to grow a garden with "Garden Smart!" Let KAMU help make 2021 the best year yet!

12/25/2020

PBS

PBS

Merry Christmas!

12/23/2020

In two days, KAMU will be showing the Texas A&M University Choir Concert and Ballet Brazos' 2019 presentation of "The Nutcracker" for the final time this year. Spend the holidays at home with KAMU as we continue to bring holiday fun and traditions you can enjoy safely from your home!
Tune in at 11 a.m. on Dec. 25 for the Texas A&M University Choir Concert where all three university choirs will perform a selection of pieces culminating with a combined Grand Choir singing the Hallelujah Chorus. Texas A&M University Singing Cadets, Texas A&M University Century Singers and The Women’s Chorus will delight and entertain with a variety of pieces from the best of fall music and move to a celebration of the holidays Aggie-style featuring music from many different cultures and genres.
Following the choir concert, Ballet Brazos will bring to you the 2019 presentation of "The Nutcracker" at 12:30 p.m. Featuring guest dancers from the New-York City Ballet, as well as students from many of the dance companies here in the Brazos Valley, "The Nutcracker" will captivate an audience of all ages.
A special thank you to our great local businesses that are sponsoring these events, Reece Homes, LLC and Bryan Texas Utilities! Thank you for you continued support of KAMU!

12/21/2020

Christmas is almost here! Give the gift of PBS Passport to someone you care about!

Give the gift of PBS Passport this year! Do you know someone who can't get enough of Ken Burns, MASTERPIECE | PBS or NOVA l PBS? All you have to do is donate at least $60 dollars a year, $5 a month, to become a member! You will gain access to more than 1,500 select PBS shows and can watch your favorite shows anytime, anywhere, on any device!

12/18/2020

Texas A&M University - College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

For all the family, friends and fans that can’t make it to graduation today to watch your Aggie grad—you can still tune in and cheer them across the stage thanks to KAMU Public Broadcasting! 🎓

http://tx.ag/WatchGrad20

12/17/2020

Coming to MASTERPIECE | PBS as part of our 50th anniversary season: "All Creatures Great and Small." The series will air in less than a month on Jan. 10, 2021!

12/16/2020

NPR Coffee Club

Support radio by drinking coffee! It really is that easy! All you have to do is choose between a selection of Single Origins, hand-picked by our in-house coffee team or a Year Round Blend that's got a consistent flavor profile. Find out more here: https://bit.ly/3a4oUdk

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12/15/2020

The PBS holiday shows you love are back! Watch the "Call the Midwife 2020 Holiday Special" and many more, including new premieres like "Christmas at Belmont,” and “The St. Olaf Christmas Festival: A New Song of Grace and Truth.”

12/15/2020

Give the gift of PBS Passport this year! Do you know someone who can't get enough of Ken Burns, MASTERPIECE | PBS or NOVA l PBS? All you have to do is donate at least $60 dollars a year, $5 a month, to become a member! You will gain access to more than 1,500 select PBS shows and can watch your favorite shows anytime, anywhere, on any device!

12/13/2020

PBS

The wait is over! Grab your friends and family and gather around the TV to watch "A Charlie Brown Christmas" tonight at 6:30 p.m.!

'Tis the season to celebrate with the Peanuts gang! We're excited to team up with Apple TV to share #ACharlieBrownChristmas with you this year! Tune in to this special one-night event on PBS and PBS KIDS on Sun, Dec 13 at 7:30/6:30c.

12/11/2020

Peanuts fans get ready because this weekend is when you will be reunited with familiar faces like Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Woodstock, and the rest of the gang with the holiday classic, "A Charlie Brown Christmas!" Tune in to this holiday special airing on Dec. 13 at 6:30 p.m. on KAMU!

12/10/2020

Give the gift deliciousness this holiday season with NPR Blends! Classic flavor profiles with a public radio twist...available all year long. Brewline, inspired by Throughline, is a 100 percent Colombian coffee with a syrupy-body and notes of dark chocolate, roasted nuts and berry. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3a1cgMm

12/09/2020

KAMU is proud to once again film and live stream the Texas A&M University fall 2020 commencement ceremonies! Congratulations, Ags! Y'all did it! #TAMUgrad

Watch live here: https://t.co/IKnh1FT2Yk?amp=1

12/08/2020

"A Charlie Brown Christmas" airing Dec 13 at 6:30 p.m.!

Don’t forget to tune in to a "A Charlie Brown Christmas!" In five days, this holiday favorite is coming to KAMU and PBS KIDS for a one-time only broadcast at 6:30p.m. on Dec. 13!

12/08/2020

Congrats to the Aggies graduating this month! Tomorrow is the big day! We know this year has been different from any other, but y'all made it!

KAMU is honored to capture this exciting day once again. We will be providing a livestream and graduation videos you can purchase so you can cherish this memory forever. To order this year's graduation or any past year's graduation videos up to 1982, click here: https://secure.touchnet.com/C21490_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=685

12/07/2020

MASTERPIECE | PBS

James Herriot's beloved classic "All Creatures Great and Small" airs Sunday at 8 p.m. on MASTERPIECE | PBS starting Jan 10, 2021!

We are excited to share this program with you in a new TV adaptation. To find more details about the stars, the set, the original book series and more click here: https://to.pbs.org/37FUcoc

Want to stay up to date on the latest about the new series? Subscribe to the free MASTERPIECE | PBS email newsletter here: https://to.pbs.org/37XAftp

"The stories themselves are timeless..." The cast and producers of All Creatures Great and Small take us inside the heartwarming adaptation. Don't miss the premiere on January 10 at 9/8c on MASTERPIECE on PBS.

12/03/2020

We will show the Texas A&M University Choir Concert again this Sunday, Dec. 6 at 8:30 p.m.! Texas A&M University Singing Cadets, the Women's Chorus and Texas A&M University Century Singers are joining together to share an unforgettable winter concert with you virtually this year!

12/03/2020

Apple TV announced right before Thanksgiving that they had teamed up with PBS to broadcast "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving" and "A Charlie Brown Christmas." We are now days away from showing "A Charlie Brown Christmas" on Dec. 13 at 6:30p.m.! We are so excited to be able to share this beloved program with you and your family to continue this favorite holiday tradition!

12/02/2020

KAMU invites you to a PBS Virtual Event on Dec 6. Register here: https://bit.ly/MASTACGSDec6

Availability is limited and this event is for U.S.-based viewers only. One registered, you’ll receive a unique, nontransferable link for the virtual event.

12/01/2020

Every program on KAMU is made possible by viewers like you. It is you that enables us to produce such high-quality content!

#GivingTuesday invites communities to give back to the causes that matter to them. https://hq.givingtuesday.org #SupportKAMU