Ball State PBS

11/11/2025

The American Revolution | Jane Kamensky | PBS

Patriots, Loyalists, enslaved people, Indigenous nations — the American Revolution was everyone’s story. And they all saw something worth fighting for.

, a film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, premieres November 16.

11/10/2025

The American Revolution | Thomas Paine: Common Sense | PBS

11/10/2025

Join us on Nov. 20 for the exclusive premiere of Now Entering's new episode!

Visit the vibrant town of Pendleton and its amazing community: walk the red carpet, snap a selfie, or connect with neighbors as we explore stories showcasing the history and happenings that make Pendleton so special!

Register for free at the link below to attend the screening. If you can't make it, tune in for the full broadcast and stream on Dec. 4! It's an episode you won't want to miss!

11/10/2025

Enjoy this fascinating conversation about history of the American Revolution with Ken Burns, Heather Cox Richardson and Sarah Botstein ahead of the Nov. 16 premiere!

Hey Folks: On Friday, at 2:00 Maine time, I’m going to be talking with Sarah Botstein and Ken Burns, two of the directors of the American Revolution document...

11/04/2025

🎄It’s the most wonderful time of the year! ❄️

Auditions for IPR’s radio drama start tonight from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. And if you can’t make it tonight you have another chance tomorrow night at the same time!

The show this year is a classic: Frank Capra’s “It’s a Wonderful Life” ✨

Get more info at IndianaPublicRadio.org 🎙️

11/03/2025

"To believe in America is to believe in possibility, possibility worth fighting for."

The new six-part series by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt premieres November 16.

10/31/2025

We love Malaki’s costume!! Are there any other Bob Rosses tonight? DM us your photo and we’ll share it here!

10/31/2025

54 years and counting...Thanks to Sesame Street!

On October 31, 1971, thanks to the grassroots efforts of a small group of determined Muncie mothers, our community's own public television station, WIPB-TV, made its very first broadcast.

Driven by the simple goal of bringing quality educational programming like "Sesame Street" to local children, these community pioneers built a lasting legacy that continues to enrich our lives today.

Over the decades, the station (now Ball State PBS) has grown with the support of the community and Ball State University, producing local content and even becoming the home base for the iconic "The Joy of Painting" with Bob Ross.

We're proud of our history and our continued mission to provide valuable programming and educational experiences to our community. Thank you to everyone who has supported us over the years!

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10/29/2025

Last night, Ball State Public Media won two Spectrum Awards from the Indiana Broadcasters Association! IPR’s “Pop of Culture” won for “Non-Commercial Radio Program of the Year” - represented by Luke Jones. And Ball State PBS’s “Now Entering… Downtown Muncie” won “Non-Commercial TV Program of the Year” - represented by August Wilde. Congratulations! 🏆

10/29/2025

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