FOR OUR MEMBERS ...
December is a time of reflection, when we can pause and remember all the past year has brought into our lives. We hope your favorite programs and some new WCMU discoveries are included in that list. Please consider a gift to WCMU during this season of giving, for all that you receive from WCMU throughout the year.
WCMU Public Radio is proud to announce the 2024 WCMU Foodraiser sponsor is Mercantile Bank. When you donate to WCMU Public Radio between December 3 and 9, you also trigger the Gift of Food from Mercantile Bank. Meals will be distributed on your behalf through the Feeding America Food Bank serving your area.
We also welcome your support of WCMU Public Television’s Winter Drive through December 17. There are several unique opportunities to support your favorite shows and possibly win a prize. We have a new Kitchen Aid Mixer up for grabs around our cooking shows, and tickets to see the Shamrock Tenors in Detroit during Shamrock Tenors: Live from Belfast on Sunday, December 1 at 2:30 p.m. There is also a new virtual scavenger hunt from our friends at PBS and the program Mexico Made with Love, which first airs Monday December 2 at 8 p.m.
Our goal every day at WCMU is to provide you with information, entertainment and education. We’re proud of this mission and the fact that listeners and viewers like you help to make it possible every day.
We wish you a safe and peaceful holiday with friends and family and thank you for welcoming us into your home throughout the year. Be sure and check out the many specials we have available for you throughout the month.
RICK WESTOVER WCMU GENERAL MANAGER
MOMENTS THAT MOVE US
ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL
DECEMBER 1, 8:30PM
Celebrate the animals we love by revisiting moments from the series where they always come first. Meet Tricki - the biggest scene stealer and smallest cast member - and the many other creatures that illustrate the bond between humans and animals.
MEXICO MADE WITH LOVE
DECEMBER 2, 8:00PM
Explore Mexico’s rich cultural landscape through the work of talented artisans, who craft beautiful objects infused with warmth, color and soul. The program celebrates the artists’ exceptional skills while showcasing Mexico’s captivating beauty.
HENRY LOUIS GATES JR.: THE FABRIC OF AMERICA
DECEMBER 3, 7:00PM
Explore the work of one of the most renowned, respected and popular cultural historians with this new retrospective documentary, which explores his work and how it has made history come alive for tens of millions of Americans.
THE MUSTANGS: AMERICAS WILD HORSES
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 4, 7:30PM
PETER BENCE: PIANOSPHERE IN PARIS
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 8, 2:30PM
JOURNEYS THAT INSPIRE
MICHIGAN: AN AMERICAN PORTRAIT
DECEMBER 5, 8:30PM
This documentary looks at how fresh water, fur trading, shipping, mining, entertainment, automobiles, conservation, and racial justice issues have informed the cultural, political and economic virtues of America’s 10th largest state.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
KEN BURNS’ CIVIL WAR & NATIONAL PARKS
DECEMBER 10, 7:00PM
Spend an evening immersed in America’s story with features from two iconic Ken Burns documentaries.
VIOLENT FEMMES: 40th ANNIVERSARY
DECEMBER 20, 9:00PM
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the release of their self-titled debut album, the folk punk group Violent Femmes invited the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra to be their “back-up band” in this electrifying concert which mixes classical and rock.
WHIP UP A LITTLE SOMETHING SPECIAL
WCMU wants to make your season a little sweeter! We’re excited to give one lucky winner a KitchenAid Stand Mixer—perfect for whipping up holiday treats and everyday delights.
Reach out to WCMU from Thanksgiving day through December 17th to enter for your chance to win. Donations are appreciated during our Winter Membership Drive, but not required to enter to win.
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COZY UP TO OUR HOLIDAY LINEUP
CALL THE MIDWIFE
HOLIDAY SPECIAL
CHRISTMAS DAY, 8PM
JOY - CHRISTMAS WITH THE TABERNACLE
CHOIR
MONDAY, DEC. 17, 7:30PM
Broadway star Michael Maliakel and beloved actress Lesley Nicol inspire in this holiday special.
It’s Christmas 1969, and the funfair and carol concert add color to frosty Poplar. Yet, the festive spirit at Nonnatus House is dampened by the spread of influenza alongside growing fears of an escaped prisoner after a spate of break-ins.
MARY BERRY’S HIGHLAND CHRISTMAS
MONDAY, DEC. 2, 9:30PM
Join as Mary Berry, Andy Murray, Iain Stirling, and Emeli Sandé cook a holiday feast in Scotland.
AND SOUNDS OF THE SEASON
CHECK
Rick Steves European Christmas
Mary Berry’s Highland Christmas
American Masters: Brenda Lee: Rockin’ Around
Debbie Gibson Holiday
Joy – Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir
Too Hot to Handel – The Gospel Messiah
Hope College Vespers
European Christmas Markets
Antiques Roadshow – Naughty or Nice
Crane Candlelight Concert 2023
NEW YEARS AT THE KENNEDY CENTER
Cynthia Erivo & Friends: A New Year’s Eve Celebration
NEW YEARS EVE, 7PM
Cynthia Erivo, enchanting star of the stage and screen, invites you to ring in the New Year with her magnificent friends Ben Platt and Joaquina Kalukango.
Sara Bareilles: New Year’s Eve with the National Symphony Orchestra & Friends
NEW YEARS EVE, 8PM
Acclaimed singer, songwriter and actress Sara Bareilles takes the stage at the Kennedy Center with the National Symphony Orchestra for an enchanting evening of song and celebration in this New Year’s Eve special.
Dr.
9:00 p.m.
Great Performances
9:30 p.m.
NOVA: LOST TOMBS OF NOTRE
DAME
70’s Soul Superstars
After the Notre Dame fire in 2019, two mysterious coffins were found buried beneath its floor.
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 18, 9:00 p.m.
Gathering of legends with all original performers singing their greatest jammin’ hits. Friday, June 7 at 8:30 p.m.
10:00 p.m.
Wolf Hall on Masterpiece
Mary Berry’s Highland Christmas
Nature
Attenborough’s Life Journey
Rodgers & Hammerstein: 80th Anniversary
70’s Soul Superstars
10:30 p.m.
Steve’s Might Alps
Ken Burns’ National Parks
Agatha Christie: Lucy Worsley on the Mystery Queen Cat Among the Pigeons
Engelbert Humperdinck in Hawaii
Ken Burn’s National Parks Frontline
Young Forever with Mark Hyman, M.D.
60’s and 70’s Soul Celebration
Engelbert Humperdinck in Hawaii
All Creatures Great and Small on Masterpiece
Broodiness / Carpe Diem
American Masters
Brenda Lee: Rockin’ Around
NOVA
Lost Tombs of Notre Dame
Steves’ Mighty Alps
The Who at Kilburn
Too Hot to Handel - The Gospel Messiah
Secrets of the Dead Eiffel’s Race to the Top
Destination Michigan Under The Radar Michigan Hope College Christmas Vespars 2023
Violent Femmes: 40th Anniversary with The Milwaukee Symphony
Midsomer Murders
Faithful Unto Death, Part 2
Yacht Rock Revue: 70’s and 80’s Hits Live From New York
Luna & Sophie Loss
Rick
Rick
Debbie Gibson Holiday
ANTIQUES ROADSHOW: JUNK IN THE TRUNK
Travel to all five cities of ROADSHOW’s Season 28 Tour for never-before-seen appraisals! MONDAY, DEC. 23, 8:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m.
Call The Midwife Lucy Worsley’s Holmes vs. Doyle Shadows and Sleuths
European Christmas Markets Great Getaways Antiques Roadshow Junk in the Trunk
Finding Your Roots Songs of the Past Too Hot to Handel - The Gospel Messiah
DW Global US Weathered Call the Midwife Holiday Special 2024
Nature The Alps: The High Life
Consuelo Mack Wealthtrack Off The Record
Lakes Now Michigan Out of Doors
Week With The Atlantic Firing Line with Margaret Hoover
Father Brown The Tanganyika Green Midsomer Murders Death in Disguise, Part 1
Call The Midwife Lucy Worsley’s Royal Myths & Secrets Queen Anne, The Mother of Great Britain
America’s Heartland Great Getaways Antiques Roadshow Let’s Celebrate!
Next at The Kennedy Center Cynthia Erivo & Friends: A New Year’s Eve Celebration
Next at The Kennedy Center Sara Bareilles: New Year’s Eve
SUBJECT TO CHANGE - Full schedules at wcmu.org/television/tvschedules
BEYOND THE BAKER STREET MYTH
EVEN MORE MYSTERY
LUCY WORSLEY’S HOLMES VS DOYLE
SUNDAYS, DEC. 8-22, 8PM
Sherlock Holmes is the most famous detective in the world. He made his author, Arthur Conan Doyle, rich and famous. But the writer came to hate his fictional character. Through the changing world of Victorian and Edwardian Britain, Lucy Worsley explores why.
LUCY WORSLEY’S ROYAL MYTHS & SECRETS
SUNDAYS, DEC. 29, 8PM
Join Lucy Worsley on a journey across Europe to visit the locations where royal history was made.
All Creatures Great and Small on Masterpiece Right Hand Man / By The Book
Antiques Roadshow Naughty or Nice
CRAFT IN AMERICA
Nature, space, algorithms, and more serve as inspiration for artists connecting their work to the world around them.
FRIDAY, DEC. 27, 9:00 p.m.
Crane Candlelight Concert 2023
Joy - Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir
Destination Michigan Under the Radar Michigan
Craft in America Science
Midsomer Murders Death in Disguise, Part 2
All Creatures Great and Small on Masterpiece Papers / The Home Front
Antiques Roadshow Body of Work
Rick Steves’ European Christmas
Real Rail Adventures
Swiss International Hubs
Craft in America Collectors
Luna & Sophie False Shame
POV: Who I Am Not
Great Performances
Audra Macdonald at The London Palladium
REVITALIZE FOR THE YEAR AHEAD
On December 29th, start the journey to a ‘New Year, New You’ with programs dedicated to health, vitality, and longevity. Explore techniques for reducing the effects of aging, boosting flexibility, and sharpening memory. Each show offers practical tips and expert insights to help you feel strong, agile, and mentally sharp in the year ahead.
SUNDAY, DEC. 29, STARTING AT 12:30PM
• AGING BACKWARDS 4: MIRACLE OF FLEXIBILITY WITH MIRANDA ESMONDE WHITE
• MEMORY MAKEOVER WITH DANIEL AMEN, MD
• YOUNG FOREVER WITH MARK HYMAN, MD
WINE FIRST
The
French Chef Classics French Tarts, Apple Style
Simply Ming Sausage and Peppers
Key Ingredient with Sheri Castle Figs Galore
Homemade Live! Sweet Memories
Kevin Belton’s New Orleans Celebrations
Sara’s Weeknight Meals Cheese Please
Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Television
French Chef Classics French Onion Soup
Simply Ming Sushi from Maui
Key Ingredient with Sheri Castle The Egg Comes First
Homemade Live! Weeknight Dinners
Kevin Belton’s New Orleans Celebrations
Sara’s Weeknight Meals Weeknight Two for One
Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Television
French Chef Classics Quiche Lorraine
Cook’s Country Spring Feast
Cook’s Country Chuck Roast & Potatoes
How She Rolls Boxed In
Cook’s Country Cast Iron Everything
Pati’s Mexican Table How Do You Say Tucson?
Cook’s Country New England for Everyone
Pati’s Mexican Table Tucson: Gateway to Sonora
Cook’s Country Low Country Pantry
Cook’s Country Midwestern Favorites
How She Rolls Beginnings & Endings
Cook’s Country Fried Chicken and Biscuits
Pati’s Mexican Table Hermosillo Food Crawl
Cook’s Country Thai Comforts
Pati’s Mexican Table The Blessing and the Benefit
Cook’s
The Great American Recipe If I Were A Recipe
America’s Test Kitchen Nuts Over Chocolate
Christoper Kimball’s Milk Street Television
Lidia’s Kitchen The Power of Food
Christoper Kimball’s Milk Street Television
America’s Test Kitchen Dutch Oven Dinners
The Great American Recipe The Daily Dish
The Great American Recipe Love Language
America’s Test Kitchen Hearty Alpine Fare
Christoper Kimball’s Milk Street Television
Lidia’s Kitchen Savor the Moment
Christoper Kimball’s Milk Street Television
America’s Test Kitchen Flavors of Jamaica
The Great American Recipe Moveable Feasts
Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy
Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy
Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy
Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy
Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy
Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy
Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy
Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy
Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy
Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy
SARA’S WEEKNIGHT MEALS
Sara releases your creative spirit by teaching how to make Homemade Marshmallows with Hot Chocolate. MONDAY, DEC. 9, 9:00 p.m.
Wine First Mosel Valley
Wine First Styria & Burgenland
Wine First Hardanger
Wine First Michigan, USA
Wine First Georgia, USA
Best of Sewing with Nancy Sew Gifts-Make Memories, I
The Best of Joy of Painting Barn In Snow Oval
Best of Sewing with Nancy Sew Gifts-Make Memories, I
Sara’s Weeknight Meals Holiday Food Gifts
Fons & Porter’s Love of Quilting
Classic Woodworking Wenge Tea Box
Best of Sewing with Nancy How to Sew Art, Part 1
Jacques Pepin: Heart & Soul All in the Family
The Best of Joy of Painting Hazy Day
Jacques Pepin: Heart & Soul All in the Family
Jacques Pepin: Heart & Soul Chef in Training
Jacques Pepin: Heart & Soul Shorey’s Petite Appetite
Jacques Pepin: Heart & Soul Sweet Endings with Shorey
Jacques Pepin: Heart & Soul Menu Memories
Christmas on the Danube
The Best of Joy of Painting Purple Haze
Wine First Rheingau
Wine First Vienna & Lower Austria
Wine First Lisbon & Alentejo, Portugal
Wine First Indiana, USA
Wine First Mendoza, Argentina
Best of Sewing with Nancy Sew Gifts-Make Memories, II
The Best of Joy of Painting Florida’s Glory
Best of Sewing with Nancy Sew Gifts-Make Memories, II
American Woodshop Turning Kitchen Gifts
American Woodshop Treasure Box
Knit and Crochet Now Let’s Build a Snowman!
Best of Sewing with Nancy How to Sew Art, Part 2
Essential Pepin Sweets for My Sweet
The Best of Joy of Painting Falls in the Glen
Essential Pepin Sweets for My Sweet
Essential Pepin Classic Conclusions
Essential Pepin Easy & Elegant Seafood
Essential Pepin Family Favorites
Essential Pepin Light As Air
The Jazzy Vegetarian Vegan Holiday Celebration
The Best of Joy of Painting Frozen Beauty in Vignette
Richard Bangs’ Adventures with Purpose Hong Kong: Quest for the Dragon
Rick Steves’ Europe European Festivals I
Rick Steve’s Europe European Festivals II
Rick Steves’ Europe The Best of Sicily
Rick Steves’ Europe Sicilian Delights
Sara’s Weeknight Meals Holiday Food Gifts
J Schwanke’s Life in Bloom Holidays for Blooms
Rick Steves’ European Christmas
Rick Steves’ Europe Glasgow and Scottish Passions
Rick Steves’ Europe Austrian & Italian Alps
Rick Steves’ Europe Swiss Alps
Rick Steves’ Europe French Alps and Lyon
Jacques Pepin: Heart & Soul Chef in Training
Craft in America Holiday
Craft in America Celebration
Rick Steves’ Europe Egypt’s Nile, Alexandria, Luxor
Rick Steves’ Europe Ethiopia: A Development Story
Rick Steves’ Europe Why We Travel
Rick Steves’ Europe Art of Prehistoric Europe
The Magic of Christmas in Alsace
Islands Without Cars Greece’s Island of Hydra
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
Outside: Beyond the Lens High Sierra Sailing
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
American Woodshop Turning Kitchen Gifts
Paint This with Jerry Yarnell Greeting/Christmas Card
Seeing Canada Indigenous Tourism and Art
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
Outside: Beyond the Lens Return to Switzerland
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
Essential Pepin Classic Conclusions
Seeing Canada New Brunswick
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
Outside: Beyond the Lens Places to Love
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
How She Rolls A Very Carrie Christmas
America’s Test Kitchen Celebrates 25 Years
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J Schwanke’s Life in Bloom
J shares ways to enjoy flowers for the Christmas Holidays - including projects and crafts.
TUESDAY, DEC. 24, 9:00 p.m.
French Chef Classics French Tarts, Apple Style
Simply Ming Meuniere
Karamu: Feast for the 7th Day
Homeade Live! Brunch Date
Kevin Belton’s New Orleans Celebrations
Sara’s Weeknight Meals Fish Whisperers
Tastemakers Adam Puchta Winery
Simply Ming Wings
Karamu: Feast for the 7th Day
Cook’s Country Cajun Country The Great American Recipe Family
Cook’s Country Endless Dessert
Joanne Weir’s Plates & Places Let Them Eat Cake
Cook’s Country Old New Mexico
Pati’s Mexican Table Sonoran Family Favorites
America’s Test Kitchen Ultimate Yule Log
Christoper Kimball’s Milk Street Television
Flavor of Poland Bialystok
Flavor of Poland Olsztyn
Lidia’s Kitchen Meet Me at the Table Flavor of Poland Gdansk
Christoper Kimball’s Milk Street Television Flavor of Poland Katowice
Cook’s Country Chuck Roast & Potatoes America’s Test Kitchen Mexican Feast Flavor of Poland Wroclaw
Cook’s Country Saucy Italian Dinners The Great American Recipe
Cook’s Country Pork Roast & Orange Cake
Joanne Weir’s Plates & Places Spit-Roasted Lamb
America’s Test Kitchen Holiday Cocktail Party
Flavor of Poland Poznan, Gniezno
Christoper Kimball’s Milk Street Television Flavor of Poland Torun
PROGRAMMING SUBJECT TO CHANGE - Full schedules at wcmu.org/television/tvschedules
PATI’S MEXICAN TABLE
Thursdays, 7:30PM
Pati Jinich embarks upon an exciting and entertaining journey, where each dish serves as a point of departure into Mexico’s rich history and culture.
FLAVOR OF POLAND
Weeknights starting Dec. 18, 8:30PM
Host Aleksandra August meets chefs and home cooks from distinct regions of Poland like Krakow and Warsaw.
KARAMU: FEAST FOR THE 7th DAY
Sira William explores the tradition of Kwanzaa, focusing on the final feast that concludes the annual celebration.
THURSDAY, DEC. 26, 9:00 p.m.
9:00 p.m. 9:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m. 10:30 p.m.
Christmas on the Danube
The Magic of Christmas in Alsace
J Schwanke’s Life in Bloom Holidays for Blooms
Craft in America Holiday
Karamu: Feast for the 7th Day
America’s Test Kitchen Holdiay Cocktail Party
The Best of Joy of Painting Golden Mist Oval
America’s Test Kitchen Holiday Cocktail Party
Julit Taboulie’s Lebanese Kitchen
Christoper Kimball’s Milk Street Television
The Jazzy Vegetarian Vegan Holiday Celebration
How She Rolls A Very Carrie Christmas
European Christmas Markets
Christmastime in New Orleans
Sara’s Weeknight Meals Holiday Sweets
The Best of Joy of Painting Winter Lace
Sara’s Weeknight Meals Holiday Sweets
Key Ingredient with Sheri Castle
The Jazzy Vegetarian Vegan Holiday Celebration
Rick Steves’ European Christmas
Rick Steves’ Europe Art of the Roman Empire
Rick Steves’ Europe Art of the Middle Age
Rick Steve’s Europe Art of the High Middle Ages
Rick Steves’ Europe Art of Florentine Renaissance
Julit Taboulie’s Lebanese Kitchen
Breakfast with the Bread Monk
Seeing Canada Rideau Canal/Abbotsford
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
Outside Beyond the Lens Scotland Part 1
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
Key Ingredient with Sheri Castle
America’s Test Kitchen Celebrates 25 Years
Rick Steves’ Europe Art of the Neoclassical Age
Rick Steves’ Europe Art of the Impressionists
Seeing Canada B.C.’s Cariboo Chilcotin Region
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
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JAQUES PEPIN: HEART AND SOUL
This is not just another series showcasing Jacques, his delicious recipes or his amazing technique. This is his last full series which will be his most personal yet featuring neverbefore-seen footage of his life
STARTING AT 9PM
Friday, Dec. 13 - All in the Family
Monday, Dec. 16 - Chef in Training
Tuesday, Dec. 17 - Shorey’s Petite Appetite
Wednesday, Dec. 18 - Sweet Ending with Shorey
Thursday, Dec. 19 - Menu Memories
ANIMALS WITH CAMERAS: A NATURE MINISERIES
Animals become cinematographers in this two-part series that features sharks, koalas and more. THURSDAY, DEC. 5, 9:00 p.m.
Reading Buddies What’s The /T/Ea?
Reading Buddies /B/Egin The /B/Eguine
The Good Eggs Cooperation
Reading Buddies My /S/Tuffy
The Good Eggs Cooperation
Reading Buddies /B/Egin The /B/Eguine
Reading Buddies My /S/Tuffy
Reading Buddies /B/Egin The /B/Eguine
Reading Buddies /I/ Like /I/Tch
The Good Eggs Understanding
Reading Buddies /F/Unny /F/Ace
The Good Eggs Understanding
Reading Buddies /I/ Like /I/Tch
Reading Buddies /F/Unny /F/Ace
Reading Buddies /I/ Like /I/Tch
The Nap Time Show I Ate Too Much!
The Nap Time Show It’s Bahb’s Birthday!
Detroit Performs Inspired by Tradition
Native Report Political Policies
The Career Center Information Technology Start Up Ampersand
Season of Light: Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir
The Nap Time Show I Don’t Wanna Nap!
One Detorit Impressions of Black Icons
Season of Light: Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir
The Nap Time Show I Can Be Brave!
Great Lakes Now Efoiling & Unpaid Bills
Season of Light: Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir
The Nap Time Show I Don’t Wanna Nap!
The Nap Time Show Grr!!! I’m Cranky!!!!
The Nap Time Show Grr!!! I’m Cranky!!!!
The Nap Time Show I Can Be Brave!
The Nap Time Show Grr!!! I’m Cranky!!!!
Detroit Performs Harmony in Culture
The Career Center Nursing & Healthcare
Nature Penguins: Meet the Family
Karamu: Feast for the 7th Day
Nature Penguins: Meet the Family
One Detroit Marygrove High Grads
Native Report Political Policies
Native Report Political Policies
Start Up Sweets & Meats
One Detroit Kwanzaa
Extra Credit Poetry Is Life Great Lakes Now Warming Waters Native Report Sharing Culture
The Nap Time Show Grr!!! I’m Cranky!!!! Nature Penguins: Meet the Family
The Nap Time Show I Can Be Brave!
ANCIENT ROADS FROM CHRIST TO CONSTANTINE
Host Jonathan Phillips journeys into the fascinating world of the early Christians to explore the faith’s long struggle and triumph.
FRIDAY, DEC. 13, 9:00 p.m.
NOVA Building Stuff: Change It!
Roadtrip Nation Challenge the Status Quo Start Up Revitalize Charging Solutions
NOVA Building Stuff: Change It!
Rick Steves’ Art of Europe Stone Age to Ancient Greece
Animals with Cameras, A Nature Miniseries
Pearl Harbor - Into the Arizona
Rick Steves’ Art of Europe Baroque
First Contact: An Alien Encounter
Roadtrip Nation The Answer Is Within You Start Up The Blok Climbing Co.
First Contact: An Alien Encounter
Rick Steves’ Art of Europe Baroque
Nature
Portugal: Wild Land on the Edge
Ancient Roads from Christ to Constantine Birth of a Faith
Anthony Williams’ Urban Nutcracker
NOVA Rebuilding Notre Dame
Roadtrip Nation Make It Your Own Start Up BWI Contractors
NOVA Rebuilding Notre Dame
Anthony Williams’ Urban Nutcracker
Nature
Big Little Journeys: Home
Ancient Roads from Christ to Constantine Pagans and the Cult of Martyrs
Crane Candlelight Concert Celebrating a Miracle
Impossible Builds The Floating House
Craft in America Visionaries
Impossible Builds The Floating House
Rick Steves’ Art of Europe Ancient Rome
Animals with Cameras, A Nature Miniseries
Remember Pearl Harbor (Continues to 11:30 p.m.)
Rick Steves’ Art of Europe The Modern Age
Craft in America Teachers
8 Days: To The Moon and Back
8 Days: To The Moon and Back
Rick Steves’ Art of Europe The Modern Age
Animals with Cameras, A Nature Miniseries
Ancient Roads from Christ to Constantine The Great Missionary
Purdue 90th Anniversary Christmas Show
Secrets of the Dead The Sunken Basilica
Craft in America Industry
Secrets of the Dead The Sunken Basilica
Purdue 90th Anniversary Christmas Show
Nature Big Little Journeys: Survival
Ancient Roads from Christ to Constantine Constantine
Hope College Christmas Vespers
SECRETS OF THE DEAD
Discover the untold story behind Paris’ most famous landmark and the race to build a monument 1,000 feet tall.
TUESDAY, DEC. 24, 10:00 p.m.
NOVA Lost Tombs of Notre Dame
GREAT PERFORMANCES: LEONARD BERNSTEIN’S KADDISH SYMPHONY
Experience Bernstein protégé Marin Alsop conducting the Chicago Symphony Orchestra featuring soprano Janai Brugger and the Chicago Children’s Choir.
SATURDAY, DEC. 28, 9:00 p.m.
Roadtrip Nation Deciding What’s Next Start Up Herbal Goodness
NOVA Lost Tombs of Notre Dame
Joy - Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir
Spy in the Ocean, A Nature Miniseries Deep Thinkers
Black Church: This is Our Story, This is Our Song: Part 1
Great Performances Leonard Bernstein’s Kaddish Symphony
NOVA
High-Risk High-Rise
Roadtrip Nation Everything is Design Start Upp Ampersand
NOVA
High-Risk High-Rise
Secrets of the Dead Eiffel’s Race to the Top
Craft in America Forge
Secrets of the Dead Eiffel’s Race to the Top
Too Hot to Handel - The Gospel Messiah (Ends 12 a.m.)
Spy in the Ocean, A Nature Miniseries Deep Feelings
Great Performances Now Hear This: Copeland: Dean of American Music
Impossible Builds Skinny Skyscraper
Craft in America Science
Impossible Builds Skinny Skyscraper
ANTHONY WILLIAM’S URBAN NUTCRACKER
A modern spin on the 19thcentury fairy tale. Drawing upon classical ballet, urban tap, hip-hop, swing, flamenco, step and jazz, the performance uniquely retells a Christmas classic.
SATURDAY DEC. 14, 9PM
On the MICHIGAN LEARNING CHANNEL
SHAMROCK TENORS TICKET GIVEAWAY
Win 2 tickets
Saturday, March 8 at 8PM Fox Theatre, Detroit MI
The Shamrock Tenors are an exciting international sensation, bringing Ireland’s most beloved songs to life with stunning five-part harmony. Featuring vocalists from London’s West End, top multi-instrumentalists, and a champion Irish dancer, their show blends classics like Danny Boy, Whiskey in the Jar, and The Wild Rover with Belfast charm.
Watch Sunday, December 1st at 2:30 p.m. on WCMU for a chance to win two tickets to their live performance at the Fox Theatre in Detroit on March 8th. Donations are appreciated during our Winter Membership Drive, but not required to enter to win.
PBS KIDS 24/7 Channel
Live stream avaliable at WCMU.org/family
Make this holiday season extra magical with WCMU Public TV’s lineup of holiday specials for kids! Cozy up together and let the holiday spirit shine bright with these Christmas favorites!
DECEMBER 24th
9:00AM - Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About Christmas
10:30AM - PEG + CAT + HOLIDAYS
11:30AM - Let’s Go Luna!: Luna’s Christmas Around the World
DECEMBER 25th
6:30AM - Arthur’s Perfect Christmas
8:00AM - Wild Kratts: A Creature Christmas
10:30AM - Let’s Go Luna!: A Creature Christmas
12:00PM - Nature Cat: A Nature Carol
A LEGACY OF PUBLIC MEDIA SUPPORT
Dave and Sue Karmon have shared a life rooted in education, service, and a deep commitment to their community in Mt. Pleasant, MI. Both grew up in Bridgeport, MI, and graduated from Central Michigan University (CMU). They married after college, and began careers in education. They have three daughters and six grandchildren.
Sue, with a Bachelor of Science degree from CMU, taught in Saginaw Township and Guam before focusing on her family. Her charitable work has extended from McLaren Central Michigan Hospital to the Strickler Center, with additional outreach through the Faith Weavers of St. Mary, a small-faith community in the Roman Catholic tradition. In addition, Sue finds joy in her book club and family time.
Sue & Dave Carmon
Dave earned both a Bachelor of Science degree in Education and a Master of Science in Accounting at CMU, as well as a PhD from the University of Nebraska. His career began in secondary education in Saginaw, Guam, and Scottville before transitioning to academia as a Professor of Accounting at CMU. Today, retired, Dave serves on the Board of Directors for Friends of Isabella Seniors, continuing to make a difference locally. In addition, he’s a member of the Mid-Michigan Woodcrafters Club and enjoys fishing and social gatherings.
Together, the Karmon’s cherish their roles as grandparents, watching their three daughters’ children grow and thrive. They support a few local charities in the Mt. Pleasant area, including the Isabella County Restoration House, Christmas Outreach, Friends of Isabella Seniors, and the Community Compassion Network Food Pantry.
For around 40 years, the Karmon’s have been dedicated listeners of CMU Public Radio and viewers of PBS. Dave starts his day with Morning Edition and tunes in to All Things Considered in the afternoon, with Saturday programs like Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me!, Planet Money, and The Moth Radio Hour being among his favorites. On PBS, Antiques Roadshow, Midsomer Murders, Father Brown, and various shows on Nova and Masterpiece are top picks.
Dave and Sue believe that public broadcasting offers diverse perspectives and programs that commercial media cannot. “Public Broadcasting provides a unique and valuable service,” Sue says, “and it’s important for listeners to support it.” She continues, “We have spent most of our adult life in Mt. Pleasant. We know many good people in this area and have made lasting friends with a lot of them. Many of the voices we hear on Public Radio are like old friends too. We do not know the individuals personally, but it is a comfort to hear local people hosting programs.”
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Ballyhoo Books & Brew
Garr Tool
BAY CITY
Fabiano Brothers
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Galloup Guitars
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CBS Solar
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Alden B. Dow
Home & Studio
Chippewa Nature Center
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Eastman Party Store
Grace A. Dow Memorial Library
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Midland Center for the Arts
MyMichigan Health
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Midland
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CMU Faculty Association
CMU Libraries
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Mt. Pleasant Tire Service
NABET-CWA Local 412
Northwind Investments
Pasquali Law Offices
Silverberg Fine Jewelers
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Central Michigan
University Theatre at Central Michigan University
PETOSKEY
Ameriprise Financial Osborne/Klein
American Spoon
Blissfest Music Organization
Petoskey Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation
Reusch Jewelers
Spring & Porter Restaurant
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Consumers Energy Foundation
REMUS
Wheatland Music Organization
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Decorative Stitch
SAULT STE. MARIE Cooper Dental
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Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum
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As the year draws to a close, so too does one of WCMU’s most beloved weekly segments, The Children’s Bookshelf. Since its inception in 2006, this program has brought the magic of children’s literature to life, inspiring young readers and parents alike across Michigan. The final episodes of The Children’s Bookshelf will air Sunday, December 22 at 8:37 a.m. and Thursday, December 26 at 11:04 a.m.
Founded by Dr. Sue Ann Martin, then Dean of the College of Communication and Fine Arts at Central Michigan University, and Dr. Karen Adams, Dean of the College of Education and Human Services, the segment was originally called Children’s Books – The Dean’s List. Tragically, Dr. Adams passed away in 2009, leaving Dr. Martin and Dr. Pamela Gates, Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, to carry the program forward.
Throughout its run, The Children’s Bookshelf captivated audiences with engaging book selections, encouraging literacy, imagination, and a love of reading. Over the years, the program was guided by three talented producers: Susan McTaggartDennis, Ben Thorp, and Judy Wagley. Most recently, Judy and Sue Ann expanded the program’s reach through The Children’s Bookshelf On The Road, a community engagement effort that brought storytelling, song, creative movement, and dance to libraries and bookstores across Michigan. The program was also distributed nationally, and was heard on stations in New York, Kansas, and California.
“I will really miss working with the wonderful staff at WCMU Public Radio,” Martin said. “I have so enjoyed their friendship, knowledge and technical expertise over the years. In particular, I want to thank my producers—Susan, Ben and Judy.”
The Children’s Bookshelf wasn’t just a radio segment – it was an avenue for community connection and cultural enrichment. The program’s outreach initiatives especially resonated, showing the transformative power of bringing stories to life in real-time for children and families. The program underscored the impact of storytelling as a means of connection, learning and joy.
“Over the years many listeners including mothers, fathers, grandparents and teachers have stopped me on the street and in grocery stores to tell me how much the books we reviewed on WCMU Public Radio meant to their children,” said Martin. “They had either bought a copy of the book or borrowed it from the Public Library.”
As we bid farewell to The Children’s Bookshelf, we thank Dr. Sue Ann Martin and all who contributed to the program’s mission in sharing the world of children’s literature with WCMU listeners. Their work has left a lasting legacy – one that will continue to inspire young readers for years to come.
Dr. Sue Ann Martin
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THURSDAY at 3 p.m. SUNDAY at 2 p.m.
In this special live broadcast from Detroit, DSO Music Director Jader Bignamini gets us into the holiday spirit with not one, but two Nutcrackers. Tchaikovsky’s ballet music is a beloved favorite, and Duke Ellington really makes it swing. Plus, performances of Carlos Simon’s Four Black American Dances, and Samuel Barber’s Violin Concerto.
Friday, December 6 10:40a.m.
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December
Holiday Programming (Programming subject to change)
6AM An Echoes Winster Solstice
6PM
7PM
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A Special Thistle & Shamrock Christmas
Join Fiona Ritchie for a winter walk along the banks of the River Tay in Scotland, accompanied by music from the Celtic Christmas repertoire.
Carols, Customs and Candlelight: A Celtic Christmas Celebratoin
8PM
An Echoes Seasonal Soundscape
9PM
A Christmas Carol Master comedian Jonathan Winters presents a distinctive reading of Dickens’ holiday classic.
An Echoes Night Before Christmas
Tinsel Tales
True holiday stories told live on The Moth stage. 8PM 7PM 9PM 9AM 1PM 2PM 3PM 6PM 8PM
Stories from the NPR archive that touch on the meaning of Christmas.
A Christmas Carol Encore Broadcast!
Selected Shorts: Holiday Hitches
The Moth Radio Hour
Holiday Special
An Echoes Christmas
An Echoes Christmas Concert with Trevor Gordon Hall
Hanukkah Lights 2024
Stories from the NPR archive that touch on the meaning of Christmas.
2024 Remembered from The Current
Honoring the life, music, and legacy of artists we lost in 2024.
Toast of the Nation
An NPR tradition every New Year’s Eve since the 1970s, the show offers festive jazz you can party to, all night long. Hosted by Christian McBridge.
A CLASSICAL HOLIDAY CELEBRATION
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Holiday Programming
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Dec. 17 | 10am and 9pm: Your Classical Christmas Favorites
Counting down the top Christmas songs, according to our listeners!
Dec. 17 | 11am and 10pm: A Chanticleer Christmas
Dec. 18 | 10am and 9pm: Christmas with Morehouse and Spelman Glee Clubs
Dec. 18 | 11am and 10pm: Three Tales of Christmas with Cantus
Blending song and narrative, Cantus weaves together three holiday stories with time-honored carols and new classics.
Dec. 19 | 10am and 9pm: Carols as Home with the Imani Winds
A modern take on classic Christmas carols.
Dec. 19 | 11am and 10pm: A Choral Christmas with Stile Antico
Celebrate Christmas with the sound of soaring voices.
Dec. 20 | 10am and 9pm: All Is Bright
Dec. 20 | 11am and 10pm: Welcome Christmas
An hour of traditional carols and new discovers with VocalEssence, one of the world’s premiere choral ensembles.
Dec. 21 | 5pm – 7pm: The Nutcracker Ballet
Dec. 21 | 9pm: In Winter’s Glow
Modern classical sounds for the longest night of the year.
Dec. 23 | 10am – 12pm and 9pm – 11pm: St. Olaf Christmas Festival 2024
Dec. 24 | 10am – 12pm and 9pm – 11pm: A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
Live, world-wide Christmas Eve broadcast of a service of Biblical readings, carols, and related seasonal Classical music.
Dec. 25 | All Day: Christmas Music
The perfect background for your holiday celebration.
Dec. 26 | 10am and 9pm: Candles Burning Brightly
A delightful hour celebrating the Jewish Festival of Lights.
Dec. 27 | 10am and 9pm: Chanukah Memories and Melodies
Dec. 30 | 10am and 9pm: Hanukkah Lights 2024
Jan. 1 | 11am: New Year’s Day from Vienna 2025
Live New Years Day Concert featuring the Vienna Philharmonic.
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