WCMU Public Media March 2023 Program Guide

For Our Members ...

It was a different world 50 years ago, in 1972 Shirley Chisholm was the first black woman elected to Congress, the Mariner 9 spacecraft was orbiting Mars, the Equal Rights Amendment made its way to a vote, Bobby Fischer won the world chess championship against Russia, M*A*S*H debuted, the Watergate story broke, gas was .36 cents a gallon, bell-bottom jeans were in and WCMU started its radio service.

As we celebrate our 50th anniversary and look to the future, one thing is clear –providing fact-based news, information and local reporting is more important than ever. There’s an increasing demand for trusted news and a deep concern for our democracy, no matter your political affiliation. According to a recent NPR/ PBS NewsHour/Marist poll, 83% of Americans think there is a serious threat to the future of the nation’s democracy, an increase from 77% in July ’22. Half of the 46 counties we serve no longer have a newspaper, leaving many across our listening area in a “news desert.”

We conducted a thorough review and evaluation of our audience data. The research showed consistency across our schedule is key to serving both classical and news audiences effectively. After careful consideration and analysis, we’re excited to announce beginning March 1st you’ll have expanded news coverage and a 24/7 classical service!

The WCMU

Classical service will showcase young musicians through “From the Top,” “SymphonyCast” presents symphonies from around the world, “Footlight Parade: Sounds of the American Musical is a celebration of classic Broadway and Hollywood musicals from the early 20th century to current hits, “Pipedreams” highlights pipe organ music and “Performance Today” features concerts, interviews, and features. This and so much more on your 24/7 classical music service.

Also, this month on television you’ll see our newest local production, “50 Years Later: The Impact of Title IX” which features legendary coaches, Marcy Weston, Margo Jonker, Cristy Freese and Sue Guevara. And you won’t want to miss the final season of Sanditon starting on March 19th at 9 p.m. We’ll have a sneak-peek screening of Sanditon in Mt. Pleasant before it airs so keep an eye out for the date on our social channels and in the e-newsletter.

Thank you for your ongoing support!

Debbie

WCMU Public Television’s

Ken Burns: The National Parks: America’s Best Idea

Thursday, March 2, 9 p.m.

Filmed over the course of more than six years at some of nature’s most spectacular locales – from Acadia to Yosemite, Yellowstone to the Grand Canyon, the Everglades of Florida to the Gates of the Arctic in Alaska.

70’s Soul Superstars (My Music)

Friday, March 3, 9 p.m.

Join Patti LaBelle for an all-star reunion of the legends of 1970s Motown, R&B and soul, including the Commodores, original lead Eugene Record reuniting with the Chi-Lites, the Stylistics, Yvonne Elliman, Heatwave, the Trammps and the Emotions.

The Path to Happily Ever After with Rajiv Magaich

Saturday, March 4, 3 p.m.

Elder law attorney and retirement planning expert Rajiv Nagaich’s groundbreaking new approach to retirement planning—LifePlanning—helps you find The Path to Happily Ever After in retirement without going broke and without burdening your family.

Les Miserables: The Staged Concert

Sunday, March 5, 2:30 p.m.

Seen by over 120 million people worldwide, LES MISERABLES is undisputedly one of the world’s most popular musicals. Featuring a cast and orchestra of over 65 and including the songs I Dreamed A Dream, Bring Him Home, One Day More and On My Own this sensational staged concert is not to be missed - an absolute must-see for any fans of musical theatre or live event cinema.

Spring Fundraiser!

Elvis Presley: ‘68 Comeback Special

Monday, March 6, 7 p.m.

The ‘68 Comeback Special, is an Elvis Presley concert special that aired in December 1968. It marked Presley’s return to live performance after a sevenyear period during which he focused on his film appearances.

The Seven Ages of Elvis 8:30 p.m.

This documentary looks at the legacy of Elvis Presley through the lens of seven stages of his life.

Celine Dion: Taking Chances World TourThe Concert

Saturday, March 11, 6:30 p.m.

Experience the magical moments of Celine Dion’s record-breaking, sold-out 200809 world tour. The concert featured her greatest hits, from the energetic “I Drove All Night” to the moving and emotional grand finale ballad “My Heart Will Go On.”

Your DNA Secrets Revealed

Tuesday, March 14, 7 p.m.

Learn about the science of DNA and the role genetics plays in our longevity, health and well-being. Hosted by author, educator and genetic genealogist Diahan Southard, the program explains why genealogical science is critical to understanding who we really are.

Exploring Ireland with Michael

Thursday, March 16, 4:30 p.m.

Ireland with Michael takes viewers to intriguing Irish destinations to learn about Irish history, meet local artisans, experience small-town pubs and food, and enjoy VIP access to unique musical and cultural experiences.

wcmu.org/television/tvschedules for additional dates and times.

Peg Steward has been in Cadillac for the last decade. She raised five children in Bloomfield Hills. However, her husband’s job gave their family opportunities to live abroad in Europe for several years. One of Peg’s children, Beth Garner, lives across the street from Peg, with her husband Bob Beth and Bob have been married for 41 years, have a son, daughter-in-law and two grandchildren.

Being family isn’t necessarily a recipe for friendship and common ground. However, these three have a beautiful relationship and several things in common. One thing being, WCMU Public TV. Peg and Beth both love Antiques Roadshow and Finding Your Roots. And, you might recognize Bob from episodes of Destination Michigan, Ask the Specialists: DNR and, what is now, Michigan Out of Doors.

The three of them can also agree on the importance of giving back to their community and non-profits that have given back to them. “Many Thursday nights when I would head to WCMU to do live fundraising, Peg would send a very generous check with me with a reminder that we must support the things we love.”, Bob remembers.

Though Bob is not as heavily involved in productions as he used to be, you can still catch him on air. In fact, Bob is hosting “Ask the DNR” April 6th at 7 p.m. on WCMU. You can also find Bob hunting, fishing and spending time with his grandchildren. Peg and Beth are both active members of the Daughters of the American Revolution, and last year Beth was appointed to their national American Indians Committee. Beth also spends her time volunteering at her church, playing the guitar and walking their dog Theo. Peg remains a faithful Lion’s football fan.

Beth said, “As mom’s sight continues to diminish and she’s in the second half of her nineties it’s hearing the familiarity of her favorite PBS shows that adds quality and joy and smiles to her life. That’s exactly why my mother, Bob and I continue to support WCMU.”

wcmu.org/support

Daniel O’Donnell from Castlebar, Ireland

Join the beloved balladeer for a heartwarming concert of new songs and fan favorites. O’Donnell, one of Ireland’s most popular folk singers, offers an Irish-country rendering of easylistening tunes and inspirational favorites, along with some personal favorites like the Hank Williams classic “Hey Good Lookin’” and Merle Haggard’s “My Favorite Memory.” Sunday, March 5, 6:30 p.m.

7 PM 7:30 PM 8 PM 8:30 PM

DW Global 3000 Quiz Central

Wed 1

Thu 2

Memory Makeover with Daniel Amen, Md

Jacques Pepin: Cook’s Country Lidia’s Kitchen Lucky Chow

Heart & Soul

Live from the City Reading Buddies Making Black America: Through The Grapevine

Opera House:

Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase Hero Elementary

Wilderness Journal Michigan Out of Doors

How to Cook Well Pati’s Mexican Table

Christopher Kimball’s Lucky Chow with Rory O’connell

Milk Street Television

The Good Eggs Reading Buddies Roadtrip Nation Destination Michigan

Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase Hero Elementary

Variety Studio: Off The Record

Washington Week Firing Line with Actors On Actors Margret Hoover

Joanne Weir’s Plates Cook’s Country America’s Test Kitchen Lucky Chow and Places

Live from the City Reading Buddies Great Lakes Now Series Native Report

Opera House:

PBS KIDS Family Night Specials

(6:30) Rick Steves European Easter

Midsomer Murders - 25 Years of Mayhem

Kitchen Queens: Patti’s Mexican Table Craft In America

New Orleans

Camp TV Start Up

PBS KIDS Family Night

(6:30) Daniel O’donnell from Castlebar, Ireland

All Creatures Great and Small: The Next Chapter

Sara’s Weeknight Cook’s Country Craft In America

Meals

Kid Stew Reading Buddies

PBS KIDS Family Night

Great Lakes Now Series Native Report

Elvis Presley: ‘68 Comeback Special The Seven Ages of Elvis

Simply Ming Cook’s Country

Americas Test Kitchen Lucky Chow

Live from the City Reading Buddies Roadtrip Nation Start Up

Opera House: Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase Hero Elementary

‘70’s Soul Superstars (My Music)

Sara’s Weeknight Kevin Belton’s New Christopher Kimball’s Lucky Chow

Meals Orleans Celebrations Milk Street Television

The Good Eggs Reading Buddies Roadtrip Nation Destination Michigan

Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase Hero Elementary

Elvis Presley: ‘68 Comeback Special

The ‘68 Comeback Special, is an Elvis Presley concert special that aired in December 1968. It marked Presley’s return to live performance after a seven-year period during which he focused on his film appearances. Monday, March 6, 7 p.m.

The Seven Ages of Elvis

This documentary looks at the legacy of Elvis Presley through the lens of seven stages of his life. Monday, March 6, 8:30 p.m.

The Path to Happily Ever After with Rajiv Nagaich

Rick Steves’ Europe Rick Steves’ Europe Rick Steves’ Europe

Fly Brother Real Road Adventures with Ernest White II

Fight The Power: How Hip Hop

Fight The Power: How Hip Hop

Just A Mortal Man - The Changed The World Changed The World Jerry Lawson Story

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna! Rosie’s Rules

Ken Burns: The National Parks

Rick Steves Best of the Alps

Rick Steves’ Europe

Nature Wild Metropolis

Alma’s Way

Alma’s Way

Just One Thing with Steven Gundry, Md

Joseph Rosendo’s Travels with Darley Travelscope

Wild Metropolis

The Mighty Weasel Residents Commuters

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna! Rosie’s Rules

‘70’s Soul Superstars (My Music

Weekly Showcase Marathon - 9:00 pm-2:00 am

George W. Bush: American Experience Pt. 1

60s Pop, Rock & Soul (My Music Presents)

The Best of Joy of Painting

Alma’s Way

Alma’s Way

George W. Bush: American Experience Pt. 2

Xavier Riddle Hero Elementary Nature Cat

Joe Bonamassa: Tales of Time

Rick Steves Art of Europe

Great Performances The Magic of Spirituals Great Performances at the Met

In Julia’s Kitchen with Master Chiefs

Great Performances at Three Divas at Versaillesthe the Met Renee Fleming

Xavier Riddle Hero Elementary Nature Cat

Suze Orman’s Ultimate Retirement Guide

My Greek Table with Life of Loi: Rick Steves Art of Europe

My Greek Table

Diane Kochilas Mediterranean Secrets with Diane Kochilas

Nova Australia’s First 4 Billion Years: Awakening Nova Australia’s First 4 Billion Years: Life Explodes Nova Australia’s First 4 Billion Years: Monsters

Xavier Riddle Hero Elementary Nature Cat

My Greek Table with Life of Loi: Rick Steves’ Europe

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band - The Hits, The History & Dirt Does Dylan

Ireland with Michael In the Americas

Diane Kochilas Mediterranean Secrets with David Yetman

Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed The Genius By Stephen Hawking

The Telescope Can We Time Travel?

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna! Rosie’s Rules

Carpenters: Close to You (My Music Presents)

My Greek Table with Life of Loi: Rick Steves’ Europe

Alma’s Way

My Grandparents’ War

Helena Bonham Carter

Alma’s Way

The Path to Happily Ever

After with Rajiv Nagaich

Joseph Rosendo’s Daytripper

Diane Kochilas Mediterranean Secrets Travelscope

Nova Australia’s First 4 Billion Years: Awakening Nova Australia’s First 4 Billion Years: Life Explodes Nova Australia’s First 4 Billion Years: Monsters

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna! Rosie’s Rules

Alma’s Way

Alma’s Way

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Fri 10

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Celine Dion: Taking Chances World Tour - The Concert

Experience the magical moments of Celine Dion’s recordbreaking, sold-out 2008-09 world tour. The concert featured her greatest hits, from the energetic “I Drove All Night” to the moving and emotional grand finale ballad “My Heart Will Go On.”

Saturday, March 11, 6:30 p.m.

DW Global 3000 Quiz Central Young Forever with Mark Hyman, Md

Jacques Pepin: Cook’s Country Lidia’s Kitchen Lucky Chow

Heart & Soul

Live from the City Reading Buddies Unladylike2020: American Masters

Opera House:

Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase Hero Elementary

Wilderness Journal Michigan Out of Doors Suze Orman’s Ultimate Retirement Guide

Michigan

Under Siege

How to Cook Well Pati’s Mexican Table Christopher Kimball’s Lucky Chow with Rory O’connell

Milk Street Television

The Good Eggs Reading Buddies Roadtrip Nation Destination Michigan

Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase Hero Elementary

Variety Studio: Off The Record Washington Week Firing Line with Actors On Actors Margret Hoover

Joanne Weir’s Plates Cook’s Country America’s Test Kitchen Life of Loi: and Places Mediterranean Secrets

Live from the City Reading Buddies Great Lakes Now Series Native Report

Opera House:

PBS KIDS Family Night Specials

(6:30) Celine Dion: Taking Chances World British Beat (My Music) Tour The Concert

Kitchen Queens: Patti’s Mexican Table Craft In America

New Orleans

Camp TV Start Up Start Up

PBS KIDS Family Night

(6:30) Moments to Remember (My Music Presents)

Sara’s Weeknight Cook’s Country Craft In America Meals

Kid Stew Reading Buddies Great Lakes Now Series Native Report

PBS KIDS Family Night

Samantha Brown’s Great Getaways John Denver’s Rocky Mountain High

Places to Love

Simply Ming Cook’s Country America’s Test Kitchen Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets

Live from the City Reading Buddies Roadtrip Nation Start Up

Opera House:

Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase Hero Elementary

Your DNA Secrets Revealed

Sara’s Weeknight Kevin Belton’s New Christopher Kimball’s Life of Loi: Meals Orleans Celebrations Milk Street Television Mediterranean Secrets

The Good Eggs Reading Buddies Roadtrip Nation Destination Michigan

Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase Hero Elementary

Billy Joel: Live at Yankee Stadium

Billy Joel’s legendary 1990 concert at Yankee Stadium stands as one of the greatest concert films of all time.

Sunday, March 12, 10 p.m.

Memory Makeover with Daniel Amen, Md

My Greek Table with Life of Loi: Rick Steves’ Europe

Diane Kochilas Mediterranean Secrets

Fly Brother with Real Road Adventures

Ernest White II

Great Performances The Magic of Spirituals Great Performances at the Met

Great Performances at Three Divas at Versaillesthe the Met Renee Fleming

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna! Rosie’s Rules

Your DNA Secrets Revealed

My Greek Table with Life of Loi: Rick Steves’ Europe

Alma’s Way Alma’s Way

Joseph Rosendo’s Travels with Darley

Diane Kochilas Mediterranean Secrets Travelscope

Nature Nova Nova

The Egg: Life’s Perfect Invention Dog Tales Cat Tales

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna! Rosie’s Rules

60s Pop, Rock & Soul (My Music Presents)

Weekly Showcase Marathon - 9 p.m. - 2 a.m.

The Vote: American Experience Hour One

The Best of Joy of Painting

Alma’s Way

The Vote: American Experience Hour Two

Alma’s Way

Elvis Presley: ‘68 Comeback Special

The Vote: American Experience Hour One

Xavier Riddle Hero Elementary Nature Cat

Billy Joel: Live at Yankee Stadium

Rick Steves Art of Europe

In Julia’s Kitchen with Master Chiefs

Great Performances Ann American Masters

Memory Makeover with Daniel Amen, Md

Rita Moreno

Xavier Riddle Hero Elementary Nature Cat

Aging Backwards 4: The Miracle of Flexibility

Travels with Darley Bare Feet with Rick Steves Art of Europe My Greek Table

Nova Cuba’s Cancer Hope

Mickela Mallozzi with Diane Kochilas

Blood Sugar Rising

Xavier Riddle

Hero Elementary Nature Cat

Carpenters: Close to You (My Music Presents) Just One Thing with Steven Gundry, Md

Family Travel Travels with Darley Rick Steves’ Europe

Ireland with Michael In the Americas with with Colleen Kelly

Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed Genius By Stephen Hawking

The World - The Airplane Are We Alone?

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna! Rosie’s Rules

Alma’s Way

David Yetman

My Grandparents’ War

Kristin Scott Thomas

Alma’s Way

Frontline Amanpour & Company

Age of Easy Money

Samantha Brown’s Fly Brother with Rick Steves’ Europe

Joseph Rosendo’s Daytripper Places to Love Ernest White II

Nova Blood Sugar Rising

Cuba’s Cancer Hope

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna! Rosie’s Rules

Travelscope

Alma’s Way

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The British Beat (My Music)

Travel around the UK to the places where the British Beat was born. The program features a mix of rare archival full-length performance films mixed with live performances from the Zombies, Wayne Fontana, Eric Burdon and the Animals, Gerry and the Pacemakers and many more — including sets from Chad and Jeremy, and Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone. Petula Clark hosts.

Thursday, March 16, 10 p.m.

DW Global 3000 Quiz Central

Ken Burns: The National Parks

Jacques Pepin: Cook’s Country Lidia’s Kitchen Life of Loi:

Heart & Soul

Live from the City Reading Buddies

Opera House:

PBS Kids

PBS Kids

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Tue 21

PBS Kids

WCMU-PBS Create TV MI Learning

PBS Kids

Mediterranean Secrets

Unladylike2020: American Masters

Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase

Hero Elementary

Ireland’s Wild Coast Wilderness Journal Michigan Out of Doors

How to Cook Well with Pati’s Mexican Table

Rory O’connell

Christopher Kimball’s Life of Loi:

Milk Street Television

The Good Eggs Reading Buddies Roadtrip Nation

Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase

Mediterranean Secrets

Destination Michigan

Hero Elementary

Variety Studio: Off The Record Washington Week Firing Line with Actors On Actors

Margret Hoover

Joanne Weir’s Plates Cook’s Country America’s Test Kitchen Life of Loi: and Places

Mediterranean Secrets

Live from the City Reading Buddies Great Lakes Now Series Native Report

Opera House:

PBS KIDS Family Night

The Best of WCMU

Kitchen Queens: Patti’s Mexican Table Craft In America

New Orleans

Camp TV Start Up Start Up

PBS KIDS Family Night

(3 pm) Sanditon On Masterpiece Call The Midwife

Sara’s Weeknight Nick Stellino: Storyteller Craft In America

Meals in the Kitchen

Kid Stew Reading Buddies Great Lakes Now Series Native Report

PBS KIDS Family Night

Samantha Brown’s Great Getaways Antiques Roadshow

Places to Love Wags to Riches

Sara’s Weeknight Cook’s Country America’s Test Kitchen Life of Loi:

Meals Mediterranean Secrets

Live from the City Reading Buddies Roadtrip Nation Start Up

House:

Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase Hero Elementary

My Grandparents’ War - Helena Bonham Carter American Masters Dr. Tony Fauci

Sara’s Weeknight Kevin Belton’s New Christopher Kimball’s Life of Loi:

Meals Orleans Celebrations Milk Street Television Mediterranean Secrets

The Good Eggs Reading Buddies Roadtrip Nation Destination Michigan

Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase Hero Elementary

Travels with Darley

Great Performances - Ann

American Masters: Tony – A Year in the Life of Dr. Anthony Fauci follows Dr. Fauci across fourteen months, showing a rarely seen side of this passionate scientist, husband, father and public servant as he battles a devastating pandemic while confronting a political onslaught that calls into question his 50-year career as this country’s leading advocate for public health. Tuesday, March 21, 8 p.m.

Young Forever with Mark Hyman, Md Amanpour & Company

Samantha Brown’s Rick Steves’ Europe

Fly Brother

Real Road Adventures Places to Love with Ernest White II

American Masters Rita Moreno

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna! Rosie’s Rules

Destination Michigan Under The Radar British Beat (My Music) Michigan

Alma’s Way

Alma’s Way

Joseph Rosendo’s Travels with Darley Colleen Kelly Places to Love

Family Travel with Samantha Brown’s Rick Steves’ Europe

Ireland’s Wild Coast

Ireland’s Wild Coast

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna! Rosie’s Rules

The Best of WCMU

Weekly Showcase Marathon - 9 p.m. - 2 a.m.

American Experience: Sandra Day O’connor: The First

Travelscope

Alma’s Way

The Burren: Heart of Stone

Alma’s Way

Unladylike2020: American Masters

Xavier Riddle Hero Elementary Nature Cat

The Best of Joy of Painting

Great Performances at the Met The Hours

Sanditon On Masterpiece

Rick Steves Art of Europe

In Julia’s Kitchen with Master Chiefs

Xavier Riddle

Hero Elementary Nature Cat

Marie Antoinette Astrid Puzzle

My Greek Table with Kevin Belton Orleans Kitchen with Diane Kochilas

New Orleans Cooking Kevin Belton’s New Rick Steves Art of Europe

Nova Wonders of Mexico Nova

Kilauea: Hawai’i On Fire Building Wonders

Xavier Riddle Hero Elementary Nature Cat

Antiques Roadshow Independent Lens - Storming Caesars Palace

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens Hour 3

Best of Sewing Best of Sewing Rick Steves Art of Europe

Ireland with Michael In the Americas with with Nancy with Nancy with David Yetman

Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed

Genius By Stephen Hawking Family Pictures USA Opera The World Detroit

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna!

Rosie’s Rules

Alma’s Way

Alma’s Way

Amanpour & Company Weinstein

Frontline

Fons & Porter’s Love Fons & Porter’s Love Rick Steves’ Europe

Joseph Rosendo’s Daytripper of Quilting of Quilting

Travelscope

Nova Wonders of Mexico Nova

Kilauea: Hawai’i On Fire

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna!

Mountain Worlds Building Wonders

Rosie’s Rules

Alma’s Way Alma’s Way

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American Masters - In The Making

This documentary shorts series from American Masters and Firelight Media follows eight emerging cultural icons – creators who bring insight and originality to their craft – on their journeys to becoming masters of their artistic disciplines.

Friday, March 24, 9 p.m.

DW Global 3000 Quiz Central Nature

Born in the Rockies: First Steps

Jacques Pepin: Cook’s Country Lidia’s Kitchen Life of Loi:

Heart & Soul Mediterranean Secrets

Live from the City Reading Buddies American Experience The Codebreaker

Opera House:

Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase Hero Elementary

The Burren: Heart of Stone Wilderness Journal Michigan Out of Doors

How to Cook Well with Pati’s Mexican Table Christopher Kimball’s Life of Loi:

Rory O’connell Milk Street Television Mediterranean Secrets

The Good Eggs Reading Buddies Roadtrip Nation Destination Michigan

Tue 28

PBS Kids

Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase Hero Elementary

50 Years Later ... Off The Record Washington Week Firing Line with The Impact of Title IX Margret Hoover

Joanne Weir’s Cook’s Country America’s Test Kitchen Life of Loi: Plates and Places Mediterranean Secrets

Live from the City Reading Buddies Great Lakes Now Series Native Report

Opera House:

PBS Kids WCMU-PBS Create TV MI Learning

PBS Kids

PBS KIDS Family Night Specials

Father Brown The Prize of Colonel Gerard Midsomer Murders The Miniature Murders

Kitchen Queens: Patti’s Mexican Table Craft in America

New Orleans

Camp TV Start Up Start Up

PBS KIDS Family Night

The Lawrence Welk Show Call The Midwife

Kitchen Queens: Pati’s Mexican Table The Legacy List with Matt Paxton

New Orleans

Kid Stew Reading Buddies Great Lakes Now Series Native Report

PBS Kids

WCMU-PBS Create TV MI Learning

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WCMU-PBS Create TV MI Learning

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PBS KIDS Family Night

Samantha Brown’s Great Getaways Antiques Roadshow

Places to Love Did Grandma Lie?

Simply Ming Cook’s Country America’s Test Kitchen Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets

Live from the City Reading Buddies Roadtrip Nation Start Up

Opera House:

Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase Hero Elementary

My Grandparents’ War Mark Rylance Finding Your Roots POV -American Revolutionary: Anchormen

Sara’s Weeknight Kevin Belton’s New Christopher Kimball’s Life of Loi:

Meals Orleans Celebrations Milk Street Television Mediterranean Secrets

The Good Eggs Reading Buddies Roadtrip Nation Destination Michigan Ancient Maya Metropolis

Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase Hero Elementary

full schedules at wcmu.org/television/tvschedules

Marie Antoinette - Rival Queens

Marie Antoinette realizes that producing an heir will not be straightforward. She turns to Madame du Barry for support. But the Favorite begins to see the Dauphine as a rival for the King’s affections. There can’t be two Queens.

Sunday, March 26, 10 p.m.

Nova Secrets of the Dead Amanpour & Company

Ancient Maya Metropolis Magellan’s Crossing

Craftsman’s Legacy It’s Sew Easy Rick Steves’ Europe

Great Performances at the Met The Hours

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna! Rosie’s Rules

Destination Michigan Under The Radar Baseball Our Game Michigan

Fly Brother

Real Road Adventures with Ernest White II

Alma’s Way Alma’s Way

Joseph Rosendo’s Travels with Darley with Kevin Belton Orleans Kitchen Travelscope

Fons & Porter’s Love Fons & Porter’s Love Rick Steves’ Europe

Nature America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston America Outdoors with Born in the Rockies: First Steps Death Valley: Life Blooms Baratunde Thurston

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna! Rosie’s Rules

Alma’s Way

Alma’s Way

American Masters In The Making Amanpour & Company

Weekly Showcase Marathon - 9 p.m. - 2 a.m.

American Masters Becoming Helen Keller

Ridley Road On Masterpiece

The Best of the Joy of Painting Rick Steves Art of Europe

Inside The Mind of Agatha Christie

Austin City Limits

Sylvan Esso/Lucius

In Julia’s Kitchen with Master Chefs

Great Performances In The Making Remember This

American Masters

Xavier Riddle Hero Elementary Nature Cat

Sanditon On Masterpiece Marie Antoinette

Astrid

The Haunting, Part 1

In Julia’s Kitchen with of Painting of Painting Master Chefs

The Best of Joy The Best of Joy Rick Steves Art of Europe

Nova Wonders of Mexico Nova Ships That Ancient Maya Metropolis Forests of the Maya Changed The World Xavier Riddle Hero Elementary Nature Cat

Antiques Roadshow Independent Lens - Hidden Letters

True Colors

This Old House This Old House Rick Steves’ Europe

Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed

Ireland with Michael In The Americas with with David Yetman

Genius By Stephen Hawking

The World - The Car Where Did The Universe Come from?

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna! Rosie’s Rules

Revolutionary: The Evolution of Grace Lee Boggs

This Old House This Old House Rick Steves’ Europe

American Masters

Dr. Tony Fauci

Alma’s Way Alma’s Way

Joseph Rosendo’s Daytripper Travelscope

Nova Ships That Forests of the Maya Changed The World Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna! Rosie’s Rules

Nova Wonders of Mexico

Alma’s Way Alma’s Way

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NOVA Einstein’s Quantum Riddle

NOVA follows a ground-breaking experiment in the Canary Islands to use quasars at opposite ends of the universe to once and for all settle remaining questions. Join scientists as they grab light from across the universe to prove quantum entanglement is real.

Wednesday, March 29, 9 p.m.

DW Global 3000 Quiz Central Nature Semifinals #1

Born in the Rockies: Growing Up

Jacques Pepin: Cook’s Country Lidia’s Kitchen Life of Loi:

Heart & Soul Mediterranean Secrets

Live from the City Reading Buddies

American Experience - The Codebreaker

Opera House: Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase Hero Elementary

The Burren: Heart of Stone Wilderness Journal Michigan Out of Doors

How to Cook Well Pati’s Mexican Table

Christopher Kimball’s Life of Loi: with Rory O’connell

Milk Street Television Mediterranean Secrets

The Good Eggs Reading Buddies Roadtrip Nation Destination Michigan

Molly of Denali Molly of Denali Cyberchase

Great Lakes Now Off The Record

Hero Elementary

Washington Week Firing Line with Margret Hoover

Joanne Weir’s Cook’s Country America’s Test Kitchen Life of Loi: Plates and Places Mediterranean Secrets

Live from the City Reading Buddies

Opera House:

PBS KIDS Family Night Specials

Great Lakes Now Series Native Report

Programming Subject to Change - full schedules at wcmu.org/television/tvschedules

WCMU Passport is an added benefit of station membership. Members gain extended access to more streaming video.

Learn More about this Benefit at WCMU.org/passport

Coming NEW this month: Sanditon

Marie Antoinette

Our Miracle Years

Joni Mitchell: The Library Of Congress Gershwin Prize For Popular Song

Singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell receives the 2023 Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song at an all-star tribute in Washington, D.C. Friday, March 31, 9 p.m.

Nova Secrets of the Dead Amanpour & Company

Einstein’s Quantum Riddle Lady Sapiens

This Old House This Old House Rick Steves’ Europe

Fly Brother

Real Road Adventures with Ernest White II American Masters In The Making Great Performances Remember This

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna! Rosie’s Rules

Alma’s Way

Destination Michigan Under The Radar Baseball Somthing Like A War Michigan

This Old House This Old House Rick Steves’ Europe

Alma’s Way

Joseph Rosendo’s Travels with Darley Travelscope

America Outdoors with Born in the Rockies: Growing Up Baratunde Thurston Baratunde Thurston

Nature America Outdoors with

Xavier Riddle Lets Go luna! Rosie’s Rules

Alma’s Way

The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for American Masters - Roberta Flack

Popular Song

Weekly Showcase Marathon - 9 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Bombs Away: Lbj, Goldwater and the 1964 Campaign That Changed It All

Alma’s Way

The Catalan Atlas of 1375

The Most Interesting Map in the World

MARCH 16

6:00p FIA Theater

The Catalan Atlas is a world map made in 1375 for King Charles V of France (r. 1364–1380) and is today housed in the National Library of France. A table map, the Atlas measures about 10 feet long and 2 feet high and is famous for being the oldest surviving map to draw extensively on Marco Polo’s Description of the World. In this illustrated lecture, Mark Cruse will discuss the Atlas’s origins and sources, its innovative depictions of major places and peoples, its relationship to the library of King Charles V, and its place in the history of cartography.

The Sheppy Dog Fund Lecture has been established to address topics of art, religion, and history, and is funded by The Sheppy Dog Fund, Dr. Alan Klein, advisor.

Complimentary Admission

Mark Cruse Guest Lecturer

Montage of 8 pages (the third to sixth leaves) of the original 1375 Catalan Atlas

ASL Interpretation is made possible by

To mark the 50th Anniversary of Title IX, WCMU Public Media sits down with Central Michigan University’s most legendary coaches. Marcy Weston, Margo Jonker, Cristy Freese and Sue Guevara discuss how the landmark law impacted them and what advice they have for future women athletes and coaches.

Friday, March 24, 7 p.m. WCMU Public

Join InPACT at Home for an engaging health-enhancing physical activity and physical education program for K-12 students. With a downloadable activity log, kids can stay active every day of the week!

Math Mights tie math strategies to characters to help students understand math processes differently than just solving problems one way.

Partnering with teachers and families. On TV. Online. Statewide. Visit MichiganLearning.org.

WCMU PBS KIDS 24/7 Channel

Live Stream available at WCMU.org/family

Enjoy your favorite educational and inspiring kids programming 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. wcmu.org/tv/tvschedules

NEW Episode

Friends Forever: Elmo Gets a Puppy Begins Monday, March 13 at 10 a.m.

: Furry

More details about the PBS KIDS Channel/Live Stream and all things PBS KIDS on our WCMU family page. WCMU/family

createtv.com

The TV channel for cooking, arts & crafts, gardening, home improvement, and travel.

Look for WCMU Create TV Weekend Marathons

createtv.com/marathons

Fri. 9:00pm - 2:00am Sat. 10:00am - 3:00pm Sun. 12:00pm - 5:00pm

National Pi Day: Tuesday, March 14

Easy Cherry Hand Pies

An easy cherry hand pie recipe using homemade crust and fresh, in-season red cherries. Easy enough for kids to make on their own.

Prep time: 10 Minutes Cook time: 20 Minutes Total time: 30 Minutes Yield: 8

Ingredients

Filling:

1 cup chopped cherries

3 tablespoons sugar

2 teaspoons corn starch

1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

pinch of salt

Crust:

1 1/2 cups all purpose flour plus more for dusting

1/2 cup cold unsalted butter

1 tablespoon sugar

1 pinch salt

1 teaspoon vinegar

Up to 2 tablespoons water

Egg wash:

one egg mixed with 2 teaspoons of water.

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

2. To make the filling, mix the chopped cherries with the sugar, corn starch, lemon zest, and salt.

3. To make the crust, add the flour, butter, sugar, and salt to a food processor and pulsate until the mixture resembles fine corn meal.

4. Add the vinegar and 1/2 tablespoon water and pulsate again. Add more water if needed. Dough should be workable but not sticky.

5. On a flour dusted surface, roll and cut the dough into small 4 inch circles that are 1/16-inch thick.

6. Spoon a tablespoon of filling on to one circle of dough. Place another dough circle on top of the filling and crimp it down with a fork until the edges are sealed. Repeat this until all the dough is used up.

7. Cut a “X” on top of each unbaked pie.

8. Brush each pie top with egg wash.

9. Place the pies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

10. Bake for 20 minutes and allow the pies to cool 10 minutes before serving.

Create TV Prime Time schedule found on pages 6-15. Complete schedule available at wcmu.org/tv/tvschedules

The newest addition to your tackle box

Michigan DNR Hunt Fish, an official app of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, gives you a mobile path to buy and store licenses, report harvests, access guides and digests, and get the latest hunting and fishing updates.

It’s never been easier to get DNR licenses and information –download the free app and get started today! Available on Google Play or the App Store.

BELLAIRE

Grass River Natural Area

BIG RAPIDS

Galloup Guitars

CADILLAC

Northern Hearth Quilting and Sewing

ESSEXVILLE

Bay Archery

FLINT

Flint Institute of Arts

Longway Planatarium

HARBOR SPRINGS

Jill Whelan

New York Restaurant

Perry Farm Village

Toms Mom’s Cookies

LANSING

Impression 5 Science Center

Library of Michigan

MACKINAW CITY

Mackinac State Historic Parks

MARQUETTE

Travel Marquette

MIDLAND

Alden B. Dow Home & Studio

Chippewa Nature Center

Dow Credit Union

Eastman Party Store

Grace A. Dow Memorial Library

Midland Area Community Foundation

Midland Center for the Arts

MyMichigan Health

Unitarian Universalist

Fellowship of Midland United Church of Christ

MT. PLEASANT

Clarke Historical Library at CMU

CMU Bookstore

CMU College of Graduate Studies

CMU Libraries and Friends of the CMU Libraries

Community Mental Health for Central Michigan

Greentree co-op Grocery

Krapohl Ford & Lincoln

Mt. Pleasant Tire Service

NABET Local 412

Northwind Investments

Unitarian Universalist

Fellowship of Central Michigan

University Theatre at CMU

OSCODA

Cathy’s Hallmark

PETOSKEY

Ameriprise Financial / Osborne/Klein

Featured

American Spoon

Blissfest Music Organization

Crooked Tree Arts Center

Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra

Reusch Jewelers

PORTLAND Homeworks

REGIONAL Consumers Energy Foundation

REMUS

Healthy Acres Veterinary Clinic

Wheatland Music Organization

SAULT STE. MARIE, ON

Sault Symphony Orchestra

TRAVERSE CITY

Morse Moving and Storage

UNIVERSITY CENTER

Marshall M. Fredericks

Sculpture Museum

For information regarding underwriting opportunities with WCMU Public Media call 989-774-3105

“For our organization working with WCMU has always been simple, easy, and fun, and we believe in community involvement, so supporting community radio was an easy decision!” -Green Tree Cooperative

New Programs Coming

1A

Now heard weekdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Ever since the program launched in 2017, 1A’s goal has been to act as a national mirror, taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be. 1A looks at both what divides and connects us, and we cover more than just the news. Our guests and conversations embrace pop culture, art, sports, and humor. Our name is inspired by the First Amendment. The five freedoms, as set out in the Constitution, are the rules of the road. The First Amendment protects free speech and a free press. It allows 1A to explore the most important issues facing the country.

Our conversations are better when you share what you know. You can leave a question or comment for 1A at (855) 236-1212.

Join Jenn White weekdays and hear the best of 1A at 9 p.m. weeknights on 1A Plus.

The World

Now heard weekdays at 3 p.m.

The World is public radio’s longest-running daily global news program. Our goal is to engage domestic US audiences with international affairs through human-centered journalism that consistently connects the global to the local and builds empathy for people around the world.

Your host Marco Werman offers a unique perspective on daily news: covering American issues and events through the eyes of foreign observers, and contextualizing foreign affairs for American listeners. The World team does this by consistently working to get direct access to original sources: people on the ground who participate in the events we describe.

Our key areas of focus are global security, women & gender, the environment, migration and public health. From frontline diplomats to refugees in crisis, from environmental scientists in the field to protesters putting their lives on the line and individuals grappling with the impact of global cyberculture, The World starts with individuals at the core of a story and expands from there.

to WCMU Public Radio

On Point

Now heard live weekdays at 10 a.m.

“On Point is a rare public space where you hear nuanced explorations of complex topics live and in real time. It’s urgency and timeliness matched with depth.

On Point gives you richness, intelligence, and intensity right now. Plus, it’s live.

Hearing things get hashed out in real time is always a thrill. It’s a place where you’re going to learn, you’re going to be challenged, and you’re going to have fun, too.”

— Meghna Chakrabarti

Left, Right & Center

Now heard Sundays at 10 a.m.

Left Right & Center serves as a “civilized yet provocative antidote to the selfcontained opinion bubbles that dominate political debate.”

The LRC team has been reflecting on what “civilized yet provocative” means in 2023. David Greene recently joined LRC as the new host, bringing a perfect balance of expertise and perspective from years of experience at NPR and a healthy obsession with the political landscape. Along with new and returning panelists familiar to many political observers, David will be taking on the tough, divisive issues you’re afraid to talk about with ANYONE — even your own family.

1-800-727-9268

WCMU

is expanding your access to classical music throughout the day

WCMU Classical!

We are expanding our classical offerings into a 24/7/365 service

With the help of nationally recognized hosts from American Public Media’s Classical 24, WCMU will continue to guide you into the heart of the classical repertoire, with carefully selected playlists that represent both classical favorites, lesser-known works, and the newest compositions.

Our hosts love classical music as much you do. They carefully craft each broadcast to illuminate the music, while ensuring that every program is accessible and stimulating for novices and aficionados alike.

Some highlights to look for on WCMU Classical:

Footlight Parade is a celebration of classic Broadway and Hollywood musicals from the early 20th century to current hits today.

Join host Bill Rudman Thursdays at 3 p.m. and now Sundays at 2 p.m.

From the Top empowers young musicians to use their music and stories to engage and inspire audiences of all ages.

Host Peter Dugan joins the fun from his piano Fridays at 3 p.m. and Sundays at 1 p.m.

Performance Today features live concert recordings, highlights from new album releases, and in-studio performances and interviews.

Join host Fred Child Sunday-Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.

Pipedreams host Michael Barone shares selected organ works and performances, and talks with composers, organists, organ builders and restorers every Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m.

SymphonyCast, with host Julie Amacher, features a full-length concert by a major orchestra every Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m.

Ask your smart speaker to “play WCMU Classical”, stream the programming online at WCMU.org, through the WCMU app on your mobile device, or through your car stereo with a blue tooth connection.

You can also tune in WCMU Classical on your HD receiver at 89.5-2 in Mount Pleasant, 90.1-2 in Bay City, 91.7-2 in Alpena and 103.9-2 in Harbor Springs.

We have more news and music for you!

Ask your smart speaker to “play WCMU” for an all-new lineup of news and talk.

And you’ll find Classical music all day by asking your smart speaker to “play WCMU Classical”.

BBC World Service

Now heard Weekdays at 9 a.m. & most nights from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. on WCMU Public Radio

With over 73 bureaus worldwide, and journalists in more places than any other international broadcaster, audiences count on the BBC World Service to provide accurate, impartial news with a global perspective.

Code Switch & Life Kit

New Sundays at 1 p.m.

Code Switch presents the fearless conversations about race that you’ve been waiting for. Hosted by journalists of color, the show tackles the subject of race with empathy and humor. We explore how race affects every part of society – from politics and pop culture to history, food and everything in between.

Life Kit offers tips and guidance on a wide range of topics. From workplace microaggressions to saving money and more, Life Kit talks with the experts to get the best advice out there and help you get it together.

Bullseye with Jesse Thorn

Now heard Saturdays at 4 p.m.

Bullseye is a celebration of the best of arts and culture in public radio form. Host Jesse Thorn sifts the wheat from the chaff to bring you in-depth interviews with the most revered and revolutionary minds in our culture.

Bullseye has been featured in Time, The New York Times, GQ and McSweeney’s, which called it “the kind of show people listen to in a more perfect world.”

Mark Bowe Barnwood