Friday, Sept. 1, at 5 PM
Saturday, Sept. 2, at 8 PM
Sunday, Sept. 3, at midnight
Monday, Sept. 25, at 5 AM
Saturday, Sept. 2, at 4 PM
Learn the story of Akron’s role in the relaunch of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus following a deadly fire in 1944.
Fridays, Sept. 1–Oct. 6, at 8:30 PM
Saturdays, Sept. 2–Oct. 7, at 1:30 AM & 5 PM
Sundays, Sept. 3–Oct. 8, at 11 AM
Mondays, Sept. 4–Oct. 9, at 9 PM
Tuesdays, Sept. 5–Oct. 10, at 2 AM
Saturdays, Sept. 2–Oct. 7, at 7 PM
Wednesdays, Sept. 6–Oct. 11, at 7 PM
PBS Western Reserve presents a new series focusing on individuals who reflect the fabric of six area cities. Each episode showcases a particular city’s individuals who define the essence of their community and possess unique roles including entrepreneur, revitalizer, entertainer, humanitarian, politician and future/youth.
Friday, Sept. 1, at 10:30 PM
Saturday, Sept. 2, at 3:30 AM
From its immense benefits to commerce in the 1800s to its present-day natural, historic and recreational importance, the Ohio and Erie Canal has impacted life in Ohio and the nation.
Saturday, Sept. 2, at 2 PM
Friday, Sept. 22, at 10:30 PM
For more than 50 years Richard Grell has been hand-crafting Windsor chairs on his Hudson, Ohio, property, using wood from his farm. His museum-quality chairs are owned by institutions, businesses and individuals across the country, including famous actors, musicians, Fortune 500 CEOs and presidents. This documentary is an intimate look into Grell’s woodworking skills and techniques.
First Monday of every month at 5 PM and 5:30 PM
This public affairs series provides a local viewpoint on global topics. Subjects covered are both educational and entertaining, and are hosted by a Northeast Ohio community member who assists in determining the show’s content.
Monday, Sept. 4, at 5 PM: New Developments in Engineering and Technology — CWRU
Monday, Sept. 4, at 5:30 PM: Solving Plastic Pollution
Saturday, Sept. 2: Open Chat AI
Monday, Sept. 4 & Saturday, Sept. 9: It’s a Girl’s Life
Monday, Sept. 11 & Saturday, Sept. 16: State of Presidents — William McKinley
Monday, Sept. 18 & Saturday, Sept. 23: Young People Doing Extraordinary Things
Monday, Sept. 25 & Saturday, Sept. 30: How to Become a Solo Author & Podcaster
Tuesday, Sept. 19, at 10 PM
Wednesday, Sept. 20, at 3 AM
Learn about Northeast Ohio artist Joseph O’Sickey s life and passions.
In 1946, Canton native Marion Motley was one of four African American men to break pro football’s color barrier when he joined the Cleveland Browns. This local production tells the Canton native’s story of adversity, personal tragedy and triumphs using rarely heard archival interviews and new interviews with historians, friends and descendants.
Saturday, Sept. 2, at 2 PM
Saturday, Sept. 16, at 6 PM
Monday, Sept. 18, at 10:30 PM
Tuesday, Sept. 19, at 3:30 AM
Friday, Sept. 22, at 10:30 PM
Saturday, Sept. 23, at 3:30 AM
Monday, Sept. 25, at midnight
Wednesday, Sept. 27, at 3:30 PM
Saturday, Sept. 30, at 3:30 PM
Monday, Sept. 17, at 7:30 PM
Tuesday, Sept. 19, at 10:30 PM
Friday, Sept. 22, at 7 PM
Saturday, Sept. 23, at 3:30 PM
Monday, Sept. 25, at 9:30 PM
This monthly half-hour shines a spotlight on all of the good things that Akron has to offer. Each show consists of four stories, including segments on dining, arts and culture, history, business, and movers and shakers.
Sundays at 8 PM
Enjoy live performances that capture artists and audiences connecting in the closest of confines. To experience these unique concerts live, you have to be a member of The Summit FM, a public radio station serving Akron, Canton and Youngstown. This series allows you to watch these intimate music moments on PBS Western Reserve.
Sunday, Sept. 3, at 8 PM: The Labra Brothers / Jocelyn & Chris
Sunday, Sept. 10, at 8 PM: Langhorne Slim / Freedy Johnston
Sunday, Sept. 17, at 8 PM: Nikki Lane / Jade Jackson