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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 8PM
Explore the life and work of the 15th century polymath Leonardo da Vinci, Ken Burns’s first nonAmerican subject.
LEONARDO DAVINCI
LEONARDO da VINCI
NOVEMBER 18 & 19, 8PM
LEONARDO da VINCI is a two-part, fourhour documentary directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Burns and David McMahon that explores the life and work of the 15th century polymath. Set against the rich and dynamic backdrop of Renaissance Italy, the film brings the artist’s towering achievements to life through his prolific personal notebooks, primary and secondary accounts of his life, and on-camera interviews with modern scholars, artists, engineers, inventors, and admirers.
KEN BURNS
SALUTE TO VETERANS
This November, WCMU Public TV is proud to honor the veterans in our viewing area and across the nation with a special lineup of programs dedicated to their service and sacrifice. From powerful stories of courage and resilience to heartfelt tributes, we recognize the immense contributions veterans have made to our country. Whether they served in World War II, Afghanistan, or anywhere in between, these programs offer a chance to reflect on their experiences and express our gratitude. Join us in celebrating and honoring those who have served with a month of meaningful and inspiring content.
SALUTE TO SERVICE 2024
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 9PM
Salute to Service, hosted by Jon Stewart and featuring the United States Army Field Band, is a heartfelt Veterans Day celebration honoring heroes past and present, uniting us in gratitude as we reflect on their service, sacrifice, and the enduring spirit of America.
DAD’S SECRET WAR: FRANCE 1944
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 10PM
Narrated by actor Kevin Bacon, the documentary shares the riveting, true story of an American who joined the British SOE and was parachuted into France with a small team just after D-Day to organize the French Resistance into a cohesive army. The mission was to stop Germany’s most feared troops from reaching Normandy in the days after the D-Day landings of June 6, 1944.
MAKE PEACE OR DIE
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 10PM
Riddled with survivor’s guilt, Marine veteran Anthony Marquez makes it his mission to reconnect with the Gold Star families of the fallen. By carving and hand-delivering a battlefield cross for each, he finds the path to heal himself.
THE BEST OF PBS ALL NOVEMBER LONG
From captivating documentaries and award-winning dramas to engaging educational content, there’s something for everyone. Tune in for special episodes, new series, and timeless classics that will inspire, inform, and entertain all month. Don’t miss a moment—stay connected with the finest in public television!
ANTIQUES ROADSHOW
THURSDAY, NOV. 4, 7PM
Celebrate incredible art and artifacts from Indigenous creators and history makers. Was a Sioux beaded vest, ca. 1876, a Ruth Muskrat Bronson archive, or a Carrie Bethel basket the top $75,000 to $150,000 find?
NATURE |
San Diego: America’s Wildest City
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 6, 8PM
Experience San Diego, where dazzling biodiversity thrives amidst a transformed urban landscape.
NOVA | Building Stuff: Boost It!
THURSDAY, NOV. 13, 9PM
Around the world, engineers are finding ingenious ways to amplify our abilities and senses. See why engineering just might be the closest thing to a superpower we humans have.
GREAT PERFORMANCES
FRIDAY NIGHTS AT 9PM
Watch television’s longest-running performing arts anthology to enjoy the best in music, dance and theater.
NOV. 1 | Land of Gold
NOV. 15 | Rodgers & Hammerstein’s 80th Anniversary
NOV. 22 | Patsy Cline: Walkin’ After Midnight NOV. 29 | Henry Mancini 100 at the Hollywood Bowl
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WEATHERED: EARTH EXTREMES
70’s Soul Superstars
Follow host Maiya May on a journey to see what our world will look like as we speed toward 2.6°C of warming.
WEDNESDAYS AT 7:30 p.m.
Gathering of legends with all original performers singing their greatest jammin’ hits. Friday, June 7 at 8:30 p.m.
Great Performances Land of Gold American Anthems
Midsomer Murders
Witches of Angel’s Rise, Pt.1
Marlow Murder Club on Masterpiece
The Choice 2024
Harris vs. Trump
PBS News VOTE 2024: Election Coverage
NOVA
Decoding the Universe: Quantum
Luna & Sophie Deadly Formula
Wolf Hall on Masterpiece
Secrets of the Dead Leonardo, The Man Who Saved Science
Destination Michigan Under the Radar Michigan Native America New Worlds
Salute to Service 2024: A Veterans Day Celebration
Midsomer Murders
The Killings at Badger’s Drift, Pt. 2
Marlow Murder Club on Masterpiece
Antiques Roadshow Something’s Wild
American Experience
American Coup: Wilmington 1898
NOVA Building Stuff: Boost It!
Dad’s Secret War: France 1944
Luna & Sophie Death Flight
Wolf Hall on Masterpiece
Independent Lens Make Peace or Die: Honor the Fallen
Secrets of the Dead Lost Treasures of Angkor - The Discovery
Destination Michigan Under the Radar Michigan Native America Warrior Spirit
Great Performances
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s 80th Anniversary
Midsomer Murders
Written in Blood, Pt. 2
Marlow Murder Club on Masterpiece
NOVA
Building Stuff: Reach It!
Luna & Sophie A Mother’s Love
Wolf Hall on Masterpiece
Leonardo da Vinci The Disciple of Experience (Ends at 12:00 a.m.)
Leonardo da Vinci Painter - God (Ends at 12:00 a.m.)
Secrets of the Dead Lost Treasures of Angkor - King’s Gold
Destination Michigan Under the Radar Michigan Native America Women Rule
INSIDE THE COURT OF HENRY VIII
Venture behind the glamorous facade of Henry’s court to understand why courtiers lost their heads.
SUNDAY, NOV. 24, 9:00 p.m.
Consuelo Mack Wealth Track Off the Record Washington Week With the Atlantic Firing Line with Margaret Hoover
Father Brown The Sins of Others
Call the Midwife
America’s Heartland Great Getaways
Finding Your Roots Born to Sing
DW Global US
Great Lakes Now
Midsomer Murders Death of a Hollow Man, Pt. 1
Nolly on Masterpiece
Antiques Roadshow Out of This World
Finding Your Roots Country Roots
Weathered: Earth Extremes Nature Woodpeckers: The Hole Story
Michigan Out of Doors Destination Michigan Under the Radar Michigan
Consuelo Mack Wealth Track Off the Record Washington Week With the Atlantic Firing Line with Margaret Hoover
DRAMA, SCANDAL, and STARDOM THE RISE AND FALL OF ‘NOLLY’
NOLLY ON MASTERPIECE NOVEMBER 10, 8PM
Explore the reign and fall of soap opera star Noele “Nolly” Gordon, one of the most famous faces on British TV in the 1960s and 70s, whose unceremonious firing from her hit show at the height of her career was frontpage news.
DESTINATION MICHIGAN
Tune in for an all-new episode as the Destination Michigan crew takes you on a tour of Michigan waterfalls, a visit to a lavender farm, and much more.
THURSDAY, NOV. 28, 8:00 p.m.
Great Performances
Patsy Cline: Walkin’ After Midnight
Midsomer Murders
Death of a Hollow Man, Pt. 2
Inside the Court of Henry VIII
Antiques Roadshow
Luna & Sophie It’s Your Fault
Wolf Hall on Masterpiece
The Gen X Years POV The Body Politic (Ends at 11:30 p.m.)
Lidia Celebrates America Changemakers Frontline
NOVA Building Stuff: Change It!
All Creatures Great and Small on Masterpiece We Can But Hope
Great Performances
Henry Mancini 100 at the Hollywood Bowl
Secrets of the Dead Jamestown’s Dark Winter
All Creatures Great and Small on Masterpiece Many Happy Returns
NOVEMBER 28 & 29
This Thanksgiving, cozy up with a heartwarming All Creatures Great and Small marathon! Join the beloved cast for a journey through the scenic Yorkshire Dales as they bring warmth, laughter, and plenty of animal adventures.
Tune in on Thursday November 28th and Friday November 29th for the perfect post-holiday escape!
Sara’s Weeknight Meals From The Latin Kitchen
Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Television
Modern Pioneering with Georgia Pellegrini
Simply Ming Pound Cake
Key Ingredient with Sheri Castle
Homemade Live! Secret Sauce
Kevin Belton’s New Orleans Celebrations
Sara’s Weeknight Meals Essential Pastas of Rome
Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Television
Modern Pioneering with Georgia Pellegrini
Simply Ming Broccoli and Beef
Key Ingredient with Sheri Castle
Homemade Live! Recipe Redemption
Kevin Belton’s New Orleans Celebrations
Sara’s Weeknight Meals Vegetariano Italiano
Cook’s Country Comfort Food Done Right
Pati’s Mexican Table Los Mochis
Test Kitchen Steakhouse for Two
The Great American Recipe Season 2 Finale
Cook’s Country Regional Seafood The Great American Recipe A First Taste
Cook’s Country A Bold Brunch
How She Rolls Biscuits in Bama
Cook’s Country Taste of Summer
Pati’s Mexican Table A Taste of Mazatlan
Test Kitchen Savory Pies
Kimball’s Milk Street Television
Lidia’s Kitchen Embrace the New
Kimball’s Milk Street Television
Cook’s Country Beef Kebabs and Cheese Bread America’s Test Kitchen Multi-cooker Perfection
Pati’s Mexican Table El Fuerte, Magic Town
Cook’s Country Grilled Chicken, Two Ways
Cook’s Country From the Indigenous Pantry
How She Rolls Flour & Butter
Cook’s Country Tacos Two Ways
Pati’s Mexican Table Jinetes
Cook’s Country Bread, Cheese and Meat
The Great American Recipe Secrets and Staples
The Great American Recipe A Spoonful of Love
of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets
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Mediterranean Secrets
Secrets
of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets
American’s Test Kitchen Everything But The Turkey Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets
Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Television
Lidia’s Kitchen Worth Celebrating
Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Television
America’s Test Kitchen Japanese Comfort Food
Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy
Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy
Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy
Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s
LIDA’S KITCHEN
Lidia cooks up an Italian Cheeseboard, Skillet Sausage & Peppers and St. Joseph’s Zeppole. MONDAY, NOV. 11, 9:00 p.m.
Ask This Old House Holiday Projects
Best of The Joy of Painting Cabin in the Woods
Ask This Old House Holiday Projects
Ask This Old House Easier Plumbing, Roofing 101
Ask This Old House Rot Repair, Heat Pumps
Ask This Old House Fireplace Repairs
Ask This Old House Window Flower Boxes
Lidia’s Kitchen Welcome to My Kitchen
Best of The Joy of Painting Towering Glacier
Lidia’s Kitchen Welcome to My Kitchen
Lidia’s Kitchen Good Friends & Good Food
Lidia’s Kitchen A Meal to Make You Smile
Lidia’s Kitchen Embrace the New
Lidia’s Kitchen The Dinner Dance
Craft in America Miniatures
Best of The Joy of Painting The Old Mills
Craft in America Miniatures
Ask This Old House Fall Garden Tips
Best of The Joy of Painting Night Light
Ask This Old House Fall Garden Tips
Ask This Old House Smart Doorbells
Ask This Old House Porch Replace Column Repair
Ask This Old House Vinyl Fence
Ask This Old House Shrub Harvesting
Lidia’s Kitchen Tried and True
Best of The Joy of Painting Dock Scene
Lidia’s Kitchen Tried and True
Lidia’s Kitchen Something Special
Lidia’s Kitchen Something for Everyone
Lidia’s Kitchen Worth Celebrating
Lidia’s Kitchen Fuel the Soul
Best of The Joy of Painting Golden Knoll
A Craftsman’s Legacy The Rocking Horse Maker It’s Sew Easy Fabric Feature
Fresh Quilting Blocks
Craft in America Play
Craft in America Play
Fit 2 Stitch Knit and Crochet Now Baby Blankets
Ask This Old House Easier Plumbing, Roofing 101
Ask This Old House Smart Doorbells
Richard Bangs’ Adventures with Purpose Norway: Quest for the Viking Spirit
Richard Bangs’ Adventures with Purpose Pearl River Delta: Hong Kong, Macau
Rick Steve’s Europe Paris Side-Trips
Rick Steve’s Europe The Best of Israel
Rick Steve’s Europe Palestine
Rick Steve’s Europe Italy’s Riviera: Cinque Terre
Lidia’s Kitchen Good Friends & Good Food
Islands Without Cars Catalina Island
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
Outside: Beyond the Lens Grand Canyon
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
Lidia’s Kitchen Something Special
Richard Bangs’ Adventures with Purpose Switzerland: Quest for the Sublime
Richard Bangs’ Adventures with Purpose Egypt: Quest for the Lord of the Nile
Rick Steve’s Europe The Netherlands
Rick Steve’s Europe Prague
Rick Steve’s Europe Berlin
Rick Steve’s Europe Germany’s Hamburg
A Craftsman’s Legacy The Rocking Horse Maker
Islands Without Cars Fabulous Food Tour
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
Outside: Beyond the Lens Tampa Bay
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
It’s Sew Easy Fabric Feature
Richard Bangs’ Adventures with Purpose Assam India: Quest for the One-Horned
Richard Bangs’ Adventures with Purpose Basel and Lucerne: Quest for the Crossroads
Rick Steve’s Europe Bulgaria
Rick Steve’s Europe Assisi and Italian Country
Rick Steve’s Europe Siena and Tuscany
Islands Without Cars Memories & Reflections
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
Outside: Beyond the Lens Italy Family Trip
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
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FRENCH CHEF CLASSICS
Cooking legend and cultural icon
Julia Child makes everybody’s favorite French cheese pie, Quiche Lorraine and more!
FRIDAY, NOV. 22, 9:00 p.m.
Sara’s Weeknight Meals Pizza and Lemons
French Chef Classics Quiche Lorraine
Simply Ming Crab Cakes
Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy Key Ingredient with Sheri Castle
Bounty of Parma
Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy
THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE
Saturdays & Sundays, 8:00 p.m.
Follow eight talented home cooks from different regions of the country as they compete weekly with their most memorable recipes.
A CRAFTSMAN’S LEGACY
Friday, Nov. 15, 10:00 p.m.
Master wood carver Jackie Wilson built a rocking horse for Prince George of Cambridge. On this episode she and host Eric Gorges make a rocking horse fit for a king.
BEST OF THE JOY OF PAINTING
The soft-spoken painting legend Bob Ross paints tranquil landscapes featuring his trademark “happy” clouds, mountains and trees.
SATURDAYS AT 9:00 p.m.
French Chef Classics Quiche Loraine
Best of The Joy of Painting Winter Hideaway
French Chef Classics Quiche Loraine
Kevin Belton’s Cookin’ Louisiana
New Scandinavian Cooking Autumn Apple Treats
Simply Ming Miso Salmon
Joanne Weir’s Plates & Places Greek Island Picnic
Wine First Mosel Valley
Best of The Joy of Painting Serenity
Sara’s Weeknight Meals How Sweet It Is
Best of The Joy of Painting Bright Autumn Trees
Sara’s Weeknight Meals How Sweet It Is
Les Stroud’s Wild Harvest Conch, Coconut & Cacao
Moveable Feast Salt Lake City, Utah
Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Television
Dooky Chase Kitchen: Leah’s Legacy
Wine First Rheingau
Best of The Joy of Painting Mountain Splendor
Kevin Belton’s Cookin’ Louisiana
Les Stroud’s Wild Harvest Conch, Coconut & Cacao
Richard Bangs’ Adventures with Purpose Costa Rica: Quest for Pura Vida
Richard Bangs’ Adventures with Purpose Geneva & The Matterhorn: Quest for the Water Castle
Rick Steve’s Europe England’s Cornwall
Rick Steve’s Europe The Heart of England
Rick Steve’s Europe Lisbon
Rick Steve’s Europe Portugal’s Heartland
Wine First Vienna & Lower Austria
Islands Without Cars Mexico’s Isla Holbox
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
Outside: Beyond the Lens California Super Bloom 2
Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out
Wine First Lisbon & Alentejo, Portugal
Richard Bangs’ Adventures with Purpose Greece: Quest for the Gods
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RICHARD BANG’S ADVENTURES WITH PURPOSE
Saturdays & Sundays, 10:00 p.m.
Join Adventures with Purpose host Richard Bangs as we journey across the planet in search of ecological challenges and solutions.
WINE FIRST Friday, Nov. 29, 9:00 p.m.
Visit some of the most beautiful European wine regions, where sommelier Liora Levi and food enthusiast Yolanda Año search for three wines that reflect the character of the area.
NATIVE AMERICA:
FROM CAVES TO COSMOS
Who were America’s First People? The answer hides in Amazonian cave paintings, Mexican burial chambers, and on the waves off California’s coast. FRIDAY, NOV. 15, 9:00 p.m.
American Veteran The Crossing
Great Performances Land of Gold
NOVA Solar System: Wandering Worlds
Roadtrip Nation Start Up
NOVA Solar System: Wandering Worlds
Great Performances Land of Gold
Nature
San Diego: America’s Wildest City
Dad’s Secret War: France 1944
Salute to Service 2024: A Veterans Day Celebration
NOVA
Decoding The Universe: Quantum
Roadtrip Nation Start Up
NOVA
Decoding The Universe: Quantum
Salute to Service 2024: A Veterans Day Celebration
Nature
Lions of the Skeleton Coast
Native America
From Caves to Cosmos
Next at the Kennedy Center
Embracing Duality: Modern Indigenous Culture
NOVA Building Stuff: Boost It!
Roadtrip Nation Start Up
NOVA Building Stuff: Boost It!
Next at the Kennedy Center
Embracing Duality: Modern Indigenous Culture
Nature
Attenborough’s Life Journey
American Veteran The Mission
To Catch A Comet
Genius By Stephen Hawking
To Catch A Comet
Next at the Kennedy Center Alonzo King (Ends at 12:00 a.m.)
Next at the Kennedy Center Alonzo King (Ends at 12:00 a.m.)
Wild Metropolis Residents
Peleliu: WWII’s Most Well-Preserved Battlefield
The Eyes of the World: from D-Day to VE Day
Secrets of the Dead Leonardo, The Man Who Saved Science
Genius By Stephen Hawking
Secrets of the Dead Leonardo, The Man Who Saved Science
The Eyes of the World: from D-Day to VE Day
Lion: The Rist and Fall of the Marsh Pride
Native America Nature to Nations
Craft In America California
Secrets of the Dead Lost Treasures of Angkor - The Discovery
Roadtrip Nation
Roadtrip Nation
Secrets of the Dead Lost Treasures of Angkor - The Discovery
Craft In America California
Nature
Attenborough’s Wonder of Song
Reading
Reading
Native America New Worlds
Great Performances at the Met Die Zauberflöte
NOVA Building Stuff: Reach It!
Roadtrip Nation Start Up
NOVA Building Stuff: Reach It!
Great Performances at the Met Die Zauberflöte
Nature Woodpeckers: The Hole Story
Native America Women Rule
Rick Steves Art of Europe Stone Age to Ancient Greece
HOPE IN THE WATER: THE FISH IN THE SEA
Dive into the new approaches of sustainable fishing on the open ocean, aiming to turn peril into plenty
THURSDAY, NOV. 28, 10:00 p.m.
Native America Warrior Spirit
Secrets of the Dead Lost Treasures of Angkor - King’s Gold
Roadtrip Nation: Native American Roadtrip
Secrets of the Dead
Lost Treasures of Angkor - King’s Gold
Hope in the Water The Fish in the Sea
Native America Language Is Life
Rick Steves Art of Europe Stone Age to Ancient Greece
NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER
EMBRACING DUALITY: MODERN INDIGENOUS CULTURES
In partnership with electronic music pioneers The Halluci Nation, R&B artist Martha Redbone, and performance artist Ty Defoe, The Kennedy Center explores the impact and evolution of indigenous performing arts cultures.
WEDNESDAY NOV. 20, 9PM
On the MICHIGAN LEARNING CHANNEL
CARL THE COLLECTOR
PBS KIDS’ First Series Centering on an Autistic Main Character
Premieres November 14
follows the everyday adventures of Carl, a warm-hearted autistic racoon who enjoys collecting things and loves his friends and family in Fuzzytown. Carl pays extraordinarily close attention to detail and comes up with unique ideas that others might not consider. These traits have helped him amass his extensive collections—from autographs and bottle caps to fake mustaches, pet rocks, sweaters, and virtually everything in between—which can come in handy for solving problems around the neighborhood with his friends.
JOIN US FOR A CARL THE COLLECTOR SCREENING!
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 10AM
TRAVERSE AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY
610 WOODMERE AVE., TRAVERSE CITY
Join WCMU Public Media for story time as we preview Carl the Collector, the first PBS KIDS show featuring central characters on the autism spectrum. Through relatable stories and characters, the series highlights our differences and commonalities, demonstrating that we all have something unique to offer. With a production team that includes neurodiverse writers, animators, and voice talent, Carl the Collector celebrates inclusivity and diversity.
KIDS 24/7 Channel Live stream avaliable at WCMU.org/family
Thanksgiving can be special day for young children and families. Special traditions, family gatherings, and big meals are staples of the holiday. Children love the food, festivities, and time at home with loved ones. Many families also have traditions of volunteering and giving back to the community. This year, consider practicing gratitude as a more regular routine — you can ask “Who are you grateful for?” every night before bed or at the dinner table. Encouraging thankfulness builds empathy and encourages kids to think about all the people who help them every day.
ARTHUR THANKSGIVING
NOVEMBER 28, 12:30PM
Arthur and his family are getting ready for Thanksgiving! But when Pal disappears to go on his own adventure, Arthur puts his plans on hold to search for him. Meanwhile, D.W. starts to think that Aunt Minnie might be more of an Aunt “Meanie”. Can family, friends, and the rest of Elwood City get Pal home and help D.W. and Aunt Minnie celebrate the best Thanksgiving yet?
A LEGACY OF PUBLIC MEDIA SUPPORT
Evlyne Sheltrown was born in Reed City, MI, in 1940, but her family moved to West Branch when she was two. She graduated from high school, got married, and raised their two children. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Michigan State University in 1962, Evlyne transitioned to social work in 1964, enjoying a 30-year career with the Michigan Department of Social Services, now known as the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).
Over the years, she worked in various counties, advancing from child welfare worker to Zone Manager. She retired in 1997 and moved back to Reed City to be closer to her aging parents.
Evlyne enjoys public media, especially nature and science programs, Ken Burns documentaries, folk music specials, Finding Your Roots, Outside: Beyond the Lens, and Masterpiece Theater. At one point in her life, she realized, “It dawned on me that I had a responsibility to support public TV. There were no ads and shows were uninterrupted, which I really appreciate. I also get to attend concerts and plays that I physically cannot attend, and at no charge,” she said.
Although Evlyne no longer serves on boards, she volunteers with her church, the library, the recycling center, and Hospice of Michigan. She loves reading, music, antiques, attending local plays and concerts, birdwatching, and traveling, having visited five continents. Evlyne’s favorite destination is Hawaii, where she has family.
Now, with two children, four grandchildren, and many life experiences, Evlyne finds joy in simple pleasures like music and nature. “Public media enriches my life and contributing is a pleasure.”
Evlyne Sheltrown
ALMA
Alma College
Ballyhoo Books & Brew
Garr Tool
BAY CITY
Fabiano Brothers
BELLAIRE
Grass River Natural Area
BIG RAPIDS
Galloup Guitars
FLINT
Flint Institute of Arts
HARBOR SPRINGS
New York Restaurant
Perry Farm Village
LANSING
Elderly Instruments
MANISTEE
CBS Solar
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
MyMichigan Health
Rallye Import Automotive
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Midland
MT. PLEASANT
Clarke Historical Library
CMU Bookstore
CMU Faculty Association
Greentree Co-op Grocery
Krapohl Ford Lincoln
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
OKEMOS
Michigan Humanities
PETOSKEY
Ameriprise Financial Osborne/Klein
American Spoon
Blissfest Music Organization
Petoskey Harbor Springs
Area Community Foundation
Reusch Jewelers
Spring & Porter Restaurant
REGIONAL
Consumers Energy Foundation
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
REMUS
Wheatland Music Organization
SHELBY TOWNSHIP
Decorative Stitch
SAULT STE. MARIE
Cooper Dental
TRAVERSE CITY
Morse Moving and Storage
UNIVERSITY CENTER
Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum
WESTPHALIA
Village Smiles / Dr. Deborah Gadille DDS
Pasquali Law Offices
Meet Jaden Gibson
WCMU’s Newest Voice
Jaden Gibson is WCMU’s new midday host, bringing you news and conversations from around Michigan and the world every weekday from 9 a.m. until 3p.m.
Jaden’s voice will be familiar to many listeners. While he was a student at Central Michigan University, Jaden hosted Nightside Jazz and Blues, and was the local host of Weekend Edition, weekend All Things Considered, and numerous other weekend and evening programs.
He also served as a production assistant, helping with WCMU’s operations and news departments.
Away from the station, Jaden is an avid reader, actor, writer, movie buff, and superhero fan. He says he is thrilled to be back at WCMU!
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at 1:31
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at 5:35
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PIPEDREAMS
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Saturday
SYMPHONY CAST
Hosted by Steve Seel
Saturday
The Splendid Table’s Francis Lam takes calls and comes to the rescue of Thanksgiving cooks, kitchen helpers, and dinner guests during the biggest cooking day of the year.
Joining him this year are James Beard awardwinning author and cooking teacher Andrea Nguyen, chef Tiffany Derry, and cookbook authors Paola Velez and Joe Yonan.
Listen Thanksgiving Morning from 9am to 11am, on WCMU
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HOW TO LISTEN TO WCMU CLASSICAL
WCMU Classical is WCMU’s 24/7 classical service. There are many ways to listen, including online, the WCMU App, and on smart speakers. Read on to learn how to listen to WCMU Classical.
Mobile Device
DOWNLOAD THE WCMU APP
The easiest way to listen to WCMU Classical is through the WCMU App. You can download it by searching for WCMU in your App Store. Within the app, tap the ‘Listen’ button near the top of the screen, and then tap ‘WCMU Classical.’
Online Listening
You can listen to WCMU Classical on our website. On this page, you can use the player located at the top of your screen (or at the bottom if you are using a mobile device). To select WCMU Classical, click either “all streams” (or on a mobile device, tap the white ‘diamond’ symbol in the bottom right of the screen) and then select ‘WCMU Classical.’
Smart Speakers
You can ask your Amazon or Google smart speaker to “Play WCMU Classical.”
In Your Car
If your car has an HD Radio (many newer vehicles do!) you can listen right on your radio by turning to our —2 subchannel. This signal is only available in certain areas, but covers much of our listening area.
MEET WCMU’S STUDENT REPORTERS
Jozef Korzeniewski joined the WCMU newsroom as an intern in September 2024. His work has been featured on WLUC TV-6 in Marquette and News Central, CMU’s student-produced nightly news show. Korzeniewski is a senior at CMU double majoring in journalism and broadcasting.
Brianna Edgar joined the WCMU newsroom as an intern in January 2024. Edgar has covered a variety of stories since joining the newsroom, including the state’s most recent bird flu outbreak, the aftermath of 2020 flooding in Midland and Gladwin counties and occasional writes a book review. Edgar is a senior at Central Michigan University majoring in English.
Kylie Sczepanski is a newsroom intern at WCMU. This fall marks Sczepanski’s second stint with the station. In the summer of 2023, Sczepanski was a member of WCMU’s summer internship program, where she filed stories for both radio broadcasts and the Midland Daily News. Her work has also been featured on WNEM TV-5 and News Central CMU’s student-produced nightly news show. Sczepanski is a senior at CMU majoring in broadcasting with a minor in journalism and multimedia design.
JOZEF KORZENIEWSKI
BRIANNA EDGAR
KYLIE SCZEPANSKI
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