This month’s theme is things that always cheer us up. One obvious answer is books, but since all of us probably share that one, I thought of another: PBS shows. You can find me in front of the TV most evenings, watching fun shows. It’s a great way to lift my mood.
PBS stands for the Public Broadcasting Service, and it’s a non-commercial television network with local member stations all over the US. Everyone can watch it for free, something that doesn’t happen much in these days of streaming services.
PBS airs kids’, news, educational, and entertainment programs. It’s aired a few hits you’ve probably heard of, like Bob Ross’ The Joy of Painting, and Julia Child’s cooking shows. And who can forget Downton Abbey or the gorgeous Poldark?!
The show Masterpiece started out as Masterpiece Theatre, which started by airing only British shows based on books. (They branch out from that occasionally, but most of their programs are still literature-inspired.) I love watching Masterpiece for dramas like Nolly and Wolf Hall, and mysteries like Endeavour and Magpie Murders. I just finished watching the latest season of All Creatures Great and Small--how can you go wrong with the scenery of the Dales and heartwarming stories about people and animals? It’s so cozy.
Outside of drama and mysteries, I enjoy the nature and science shows like Nature and Nova, and history shows like American Experience and Secrets of the Dead. I learn more about stories in the news from in-depth shows like Frontline, and about music from shows like Austin City Limits. There really is something for everyone there!
All of this is available on your local public TV station. Or, if you donate to PBS, you can also pull up shows on their PBS Passport website. It’s a great way to catch up on shows you missed or re-watch your favorites. (I might have to see that Poldark show again!)
To check out PBS for yourself, go to https://www.pbs.org. I’m sure you’ll find the perfect show for you!
Learn more about Lynn Lovegreen from her website www.lynnlovegreen.com or follow her on BlueSky at @lynnlovegreen.bsky.social.
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