February/March 2023 Pledge Programming List

Saturday, Feb. 24

10 a.m. | The Brain-Gut Connection with Dr. Emeran Mayer

Join award-winning gastroenterologist and neuroscientist Dr. Emeran Mayer to explore the vital connection between your gut and your brain and how it impacts your health. With a forefront view into the revolutionary science of the brain-gut connection, Mayer interprets the hidden conversation within our bodies that impacts our mood, anxiety, stress level, immune system, and overall well-being.


11:30 a.m. | Young Forever with Mark Hyman, MD

Aging has long been considered a normal process. We think disease, frailty, and gradual decline are inevitable parts of life. But they don't have to be. Science today sees aging as a treatable disease. By addressing its root causes we can not only increase our health span and live longer but prevent and reverse the maladies of aging-including heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and dementia. In this Young Forever program, Dr. Mark Hyman challenges us to reimagine our biology, health, and the process of aging.


1 p.m. | Gut Check: H.O.P.E. for Ultimate Health with Brenda Watson

Learn how to transform your health, decrease your biological age and live a vital lifestyle from Brenda Watson, “The Diva of Digestion.” Throughout her career, she has communicated a message of H.O.P.E. (High fiber, Omega 3s, Probiotics, Enzymes), helping people make simple, accessible changes to improve their metabolic health and decrease their biological age and risk of chronic disease.


2:30 p.m. | All Creatures Great and Small: Chapter Three

Go behind the scenes of the charming MASTERPIECE series with the cast and creators. Learn how every detail is researched for authentic period sets and costumes. The program also includes stories about the joys-and challenges-of working with animals.


4 p.m. | Neil Diamond: Thank You Australia

Celebrate the American legend’s enthralling 1976 performance at the Sydney Sports Stadium. The vast crowd was typical of his Australia and New Zealand record-breaking tour — still one of the most memorable in Australian history — and Neil Diamond delivered the enthralling performance of a true showman.


5:30 p.m. | How Great Thou Art, A Sacred Celebration

Join Kristin Chenoweth, Patti LaBelle, Will Liverman, Sandi Patty and more for a night of uplifting music across multiple genres. Bringing together renowned solo vocalists, a 25-piece ensemble of The American Pops Orchestra, and a combined choir from community groups and churches in the Washington, D.C. area, this concert represents the vast fellowship that is united through sacred pieces.


8 p.m. | Celtic Woman 20th Anniversary Concert

Celebrate 20 years of spectacular Irish music with a new concert filmed at the Helix in Dublin – the very same venue where the first Celtic Woman PBS special was filmed 20 years ago. With fan favorites, new arrangements, and stirring originals, this emotional evening features a stellar lineup of eight world-class Celtic Women, backed by a choir, orchestra, dancers and a full band.

Sunday, Feb. 25

11 a.m. | Deepak Chopra: The Path to Enlightenment

Explore the levels of connection that are achieved through total enlightenment with Deepak Chopra, a world-renowned pioneer in integrative medicine and personal transformation. The program reveals the history, the science, the benefits and several key strategies that comprise his Three-Step Plan. It also includes in-depth, revealing, and prescriptive interviews with Dr. Chopra.


1 p.m. | Carole King: Home Again - Live in Central Park

Celebrate the music icon in a triumphant homecoming concert on May 26, 1973, that captured King at her critical and commercial peak, basking in the enormous popularity of her album Tapestry. An estimated audience of 100,000 attended this first-ever Great Lawn concert. Includes a behind-the-scenes look at her legendary career.


2:30 p.m. | Memory Makeover with Daniel Amen, MD

Psychiatrist and founder of Amen Clinics Dr. Daniel Amen will show you how you can improve your memory and even rescue it if it’s headed for trouble. You will discover some of the most common—and one of the most surprising—causes of memory loss and when you should be concerned. Dr. Amen will share the seven foods and supplements that research shows you can use every day to enhance your memory. And he will show you how to supercharge your memory with 11 simple daily practices.


4 p.m. | Barbra Streisand: Back to Brooklyn

Join the legendary superstar for a magical concert and her first public performances in her hometown borough in October 2012. Includes nine songs that Barbra had never performed on stage, and features special guests trumpeter Chris Botti, Italian singing group Il Volo, and Streisand’s son, actor-director Jason Gould.


6 p.m. | The Great American Recipe

The three remaining home cooks get ready for a grand finale feast; in the final round, the home cooks prepare an entire meal that represents their "Great American Recipe."


7:30 p.m. | Rick Steves' Island-Hopping Europe

In this unforgettable voyage, join Rick Steves on a tour of four of Europe's most intriguing and surprising islands: Malta, Capri, Orkney, and Skye. This island-hopping adventure comes with remote beaches, Crusader castles, a Blue Lagoon, Pre-historic wonders, and salty traditional island lifestyle.


8 p.m. | Keith Haring: Street Art Boy

Explore the definitive story of international art sensation Keith Haring who blazed a trail through the art scene of ‘80s New York and revolutionized the worlds of pop culture and fine art. The film features previously unheard interviews with Haring.

Monday, Feb. 26

7:30 p.m. | England Made With Love

Explore artisan craftsmanship and hidden treasures in one of the world’s most beautiful countries. Meet the talented and dedicated watchmakers, weavers, bookbinders and roof thatchers who teach hands-on skills to the next generation of apprentices and stay true to the artistry that shaped their lives decades ago.


10 p.m. | Keith Haring: Street Art Boy

Explore the definitive story of international art sensation Keith Haring who blazed a trail through the art scene of ‘80s New York and revolutionized the worlds of pop culture and fine art. The film features previously unheard interviews with Haring.

Tuesday, Feb. 27

7:30 p.m. | The Brain-Gut Connection with Dr. Emeran Mayer

Join award-winning gastroenterologist and neuroscientist Dr. Emeran Mayer to explore the vital connection between your gut and your brain and how it impacts your health. With a forefront view into the revolutionary science of the brain-gut connection, Mayer interprets the hidden conversation within our bodies that impacts our mood, anxiety, stress level, immune system, and overall well-being.


9 p.m. | 5-Minute Yoga Fix with Peggy Cappy

Learn how to combat the effects of aging in just five minutes a day. Each short period of stretching, strength-building, and specialized breathing contributes to greater flexibility, strength, and mental clarity. After years spent teaching and practicing, Peggy has designed a way of incorporating yoga into our daily lives.


10 p.m. | England Made With Love

Explore artisan craftsmanship and hidden treasures in one of the world’s most beautiful countries. Meet the talented and dedicated watchmakers, weavers, bookbinders and roof thatchers who teach hands-on skills to the next generation of apprentices and stay true to the artistry that shaped their lives decades ago.

Wednesday, Feb. 28

7 p.m. | Finance for the People with Paco De Leon

Join the financial industry rockstar as she brings her deep, insider expertise from years spent in the financial industry to help viewers step into their full financial power. Delivering pragmatic money advice in a straightforward way, De Leon offers practical tools so anyone can begin taking corrective action no matter the current state of their finances.


8:30 p.m. | Yacht Rock Revue: 70s and 80s Hits, Live from New York

Set sail on the shimmering seas for a nostalgic musical journey through the late 70s and early 80s, where soft rock and smooth grooves rule the waves. This talented group with exceptional musicianship and tight harmonies pays homage to the golden era of yacht rock and takes audiences back in time, encouraging everyone to sing and dance the night away.


10 p.m. | The Brain-Gut Connection with Dr. Emeran Mayer

Join award-winning gastroenterologist and neuroscientist Dr. Emeran Mayer to explore the vital connection between your gut and your brain and how it impacts your health. With a forefront view into the revolutionary science of the brain-gut connection, Mayer interprets the hidden conversation within our bodies that impacts our mood, anxiety, stress level, immune system, and overall well-being.

Thursday, Feb. 29

7 p.m. | Gospel with Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Episode 1: The Gospel Train - GOSPEL’s hour 1 takes the gospel train north to Chicago, where southern migrants Thomas A. Dorsey, Mahalia Jackson and Sister Rosetta Tharpe blended the melodic sounds and instrumentation of blues and jazz with lyrics about God’s goodness. Like the blues, gospel would become a commodity, but one built by Black-owned publishing companies like Martin and Morris and sustained by Black audiences.


9:30 p.m. | Rick Steves' Festive Europe

Rick Steves' Festive Europe catches Europeans celebrating the good life. Travel with Rick through Andalucía — with the horses, sherry, and flamenco of the Spring Fair; in Paris — reveling in the streets on Bastille Day; running with the bulls in Pamplona; and in England's pristine Lake District for a hunting dog show. All across Europe, life is embraced with an inspirational gusto.


10 p.m. | Finance for the People with Paco De Leon

Join the financial industry rockstar as she brings her deep, insider expertise from years spent in the financial industry to help viewers step into their full financial power. Delivering pragmatic money advice in a straightforward way, De Leon offers practical tools so anyone can begin taking corrective action no matter the current state of their finances.

Friday, March 1

7 p.m. | Gospel with Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Episode 3: Take the Message Everywhere - GOSPEL’s hour 3 reveals how gospel was going mainstream and family dynasties, many raised in the Church of God in Christ, would dominate the charts. Meanwhile, other children of the church used their heavenly voice to influence soul music. As gospel artists took the message everywhere, Black pastors continued to distinguish their message through a prophetic voice and sound with sermonettes.


9:30 p.m. | ARRIVAL From Sweden: The Music of ABBA

Experience another band that’s a Swedish sensation as they perform ABBA’s greatest hits including “Dancing Queen,” “Super Trouper,” “Knowing Me, Knowing You,” “Take a Chance on Me,” “Fernando,” “Mamma Mia,” “Waterloo” and more. See and hear the band that the ABBA fan club considers “the closest you will ever get to ABBA.”


10 p.m. | Gospel with Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Episode 1: The Gospel Train - GOSPEL’s hour 1 takes the gospel train north to Chicago, where southern migrants Thomas A. Dorsey, Mahalia Jackson and Sister Rosetta Tharpe blended the melodic sounds and instrumentation of blues and jazz with lyrics about God’s goodness. Like the blues, gospel would become a commodity, but one built by Black-owned publishing companies like Martin and Morris and sustained by Black audiences.

Saturday, March 2

10 a.m. | Raising Mentally Strong Kids with Daniel Amen, MD

Parenting seems harder now than ever before with social media, digital addictions, and the epidemic rise of anxiety, depression, and ADHD. In this program, psychiatrist and founder of Amen Clinics Dr. Daniel Amen will share 7 Core Conversations to help parents and grandparents raise happy, responsible, and mentally strong kids.


Noon | Collagen Diet with Dr. Josh Axe

In The Collagen Diet, Dr. Axe highlights the health benefits of collagen, a protein made in the body but which diminishes with age. Because it's also absent from the typical western diet, many Americans suffer with the consequences of a collagen deficit: achy joints, sagging skin and inflammation, a precursor to chronic disease. Dr. Axe shows viewers how to get more collagen in their diets and effective ways to support the body's ability to make it.


2 p.m. | Ken Burns: The Civil War

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the landmark series with this in-depth overview of the iconic documentary. See video clips and interviews with Ken Burns, Geoffrey Ward, Ric Burns, Buddy Squires and others. Award-winning actor Sam Waterston, who provided the voice of President Lincoln in the original series, hosts.


5:30 p.m. | Rick Steves' Tasty Europe

Travel expert and globetrotter Rick Steves eats his merry way through Europe! One delightful taste at a time, he shows how food is a prime ingredient in what defines cultures all across the Continent.


6 p.m. | Barbra Streisand: Back to Brooklyn

Join the legendary superstar for a magical concert and her first public performances in her hometown borough in October 2012. Includes nine songs that Barbra had never performed on stage, and features special guests trumpeter Chris Botti, Italian singing group Il Volo, and Streisand’s son, actor-director Jason Gould.


8 p.m. | Neil Diamond: Thank You Australia

Celebrate the American legend’s enthralling 1976 performance at the Sydney Sports Stadium. The vast crowd was typical of his Australia and New Zealand record-breaking tour — still one of the most memorable in Australian history — and Neil Diamond delivered the enthralling performance of a true showman.


9:30 p.m. | Ann Wilson and Tripsitter: Live in Concert

Rock out with the founder and lead singer-songwriter of the barrier-breaking band Heart, in a concert featuring songs from her new album, Another Door. Backed by her band Tripsitter, the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award-winner and member of The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame also sings her classic hits, including “Barracuda,” “Crazy On You,” and “Magic Man.”

Sunday, March 3

11 a.m. | Gospel with Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Episode 1: The Gospel Train - GOSPEL’s hour 1 takes the gospel train north to Chicago, where southern migrants Thomas A. Dorsey, Mahalia Jackson and Sister Rosetta Tharpe blended the melodic sounds and instrumentation of blues and jazz with lyrics about God’s goodness. Like the blues, gospel would become a commodity, but one built by Black-owned publishing companies like Martin and Morris and sustained by Black audiences.


1:30 p.m. | Gospel with Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

Episode 3: Take the Message Everywhere - GOSPEL’s hour 3 reveals how gospel was going mainstream and family dynasties, many raised in the Church of God in Christ, would dominate the charts. Meanwhile, other children of the church used their heavenly voice to influence soul music. As gospel artists took the message everywhere, Black pastors continued to distinguish their message through a prophetic voice and sound with sermonettes.


4 p.m. | Rick Steves' Heart of Italy

In this exciting special, join Rick Steves as he delves deep into the Italian heartland — the place where la dolce vita is a way of life.


5 p.m. | All Creatures Great and Small: Chapter Three

Go behind the scenes of the charming MASTERPIECE series with the cast and creators. Learn how every detail is researched for authentic period sets and costumes. The program also includes stories about the joys-and challenges-of working with animals.


6:30 p.m. | England Made With Love

Explore artisan craftsmanship and hidden treasures in one of the world’s most beautiful countries. Meet the talented and dedicated watchmakers, weavers, bookbinders and roof thatchers who teach hands-on skills to the next generation of apprentices and stay true to the artistry that shaped their lives decades ago.

Monday, March 4

7:30 p.m. | Agatha Christie: Lucy Worsley on the Mystery Queen

Lucy Worsley explores the enigma of Agatha Christie. Over three episodes, she applies her historian’s powers of investigation to the Queen of Crime. And she uncovers a complex woman whose life – and work – reflects the upheavals of the 20th century.


9 p.m. | Social Security and You with Mary Beth Franklin

Mary Beth Franklin talks about claiming social security, including at what age one should claim it, and provides insight on how to get the most out of retirement benefits.

Tuesday, March 5

7:30 p.m. | Rick Steves' Mighty Alps

In the thin-air "thriller" special, join Rick Steves on an alpine adventure from Italy to Austria to Switzerland to France, with scenic train rides, breathtaking lifts, majestic glaciers, and unforgettable hikes.


9 p.m. | Raising Mentally Strong Kids with Daniel Amen, MD

Parenting seems harder now than ever before with social media, digital addictions, and the epidemic rise of anxiety, depression, and ADHD. In this program, psychiatrist and founder of Amen Clinics Dr. Daniel Amen will share 7 Core Conversations to help parents and grandparents raise happy, responsible, and mentally strong kids.

Wednesday, March 6

7:30 p.m. | ARRIVAL From Sweden: The Music of ABBA

Experience another band that’s a Swedish sensation as they perform ABBA’s greatest hits including “Dancing Queen,” “Super Trouper,” “Knowing Me, Knowing You,” “Take a Chance on Me,” “Fernando,” “Mamma Mia,” “Waterloo” and more. See and hear the band that the ABBA fan club considers “the closest you will ever get to ABBA.”


9 p.m. | How Great Thou Art, A Sacred Celebration

Join Kristin Chenoweth, Patti LaBelle, Will Liverman, Sandi Patty and more for a night of uplifting music across multiple genres. Bringing together renowned solo vocalists, a 25-piece ensemble of The American Pops Orchestra, and a combined choir from community groups and churches in the Washington, D.C. area, this concert represents the vast fellowship that is united through sacred pieces.

Thursday, March 7

7 p.m. | Ken Burns: The Civil War

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the landmark series with this in-depth overview of the iconic documentary. See video clips and interviews with Ken Burns, Geoffrey Ward, Ric Burns, Buddy Squires and others. Award-winning actor Sam Waterston, who provided the voice of President Lincoln in the original series, hosts.


9 p.m. | Easy Yoga for Arthritis with Peggy Cappy

Follow Peggy Cappy as she demonstrates yoga exercises designed to address arthritis problems.


10 p.m. | ARRIVAL From Sweden: The Music of ABBA

Experience another band that’s a Swedish sensation as they perform ABBA’s greatest hits including “Dancing Queen,” “Super Trouper,” “Knowing Me, Knowing You,” “Take a Chance on Me,” “Fernando,” “Mamma Mia,” “Waterloo” and more. See and hear the band that the ABBA fan club considers “the closest you will ever get to ABBA.”

Friday, March 8

7 p.m. | Kenny Rogers Live in Concert

Celebrate the career of the Grammy Award winner, Country Music Hall of Fame member and worldwide music icon in a 1983 concert recorded at the peak of his popularity. Filmed at the Greensboro Coliseum in North Carolina, this special features performances of 11 Top 10 songs, including fan favorites “The Gambler,” “Lady,” “Lucille,” and “Through the Years.”


8:30 p.m. | Ann Wilson and Tripsitter: Live in Concert

Rock out with the founder and lead singer-songwriter of the barrier-breaking band Heart, in a concert featuring songs from her new album, Another Door. Backed by her band Tripsitter, the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award-winner and member of The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame also sings her classic hits, including “Barracuda,” “Crazy On You,” and “Magic Man.”


10 p.m. | Ken Burns: The Civil War

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the landmark series with this in-depth overview of the iconic documentary. See video clips and interviews with Ken Burns, Geoffrey Ward, Ric Burns, Buddy Squires and others. Award-winning actor Sam Waterston, who provided the voice of President Lincoln in the original series, hosts.

Saturday, March 9

10 a.m. | Gut Check: H.O.P.E. for Ultimate Health with Brenda Watson

Learn how to transform your health, decrease your biological age and live a vital lifestyle from Brenda Watson, “The Diva of Digestion.” Throughout her career, she has communicated a message of H.O.P.E. (High fiber, Omega 3s, Probiotics, Enzymes), helping people make simple, accessible changes to improve their metabolic health and decrease their biological age and risk of chronic disease.


11:30 a.m. | Memory Makeover with Daniel Amen, MD

Psychiatrist and founder of Amen Clinics Dr. Daniel Amen will show you how you can improve your memory and even rescue it if it’s headed for trouble. You will discover some of the most common—and one of the most surprising—causes of memory loss and when you should be concerned. Dr. Amen will share the seven foods and supplements that research shows you can use every day to enhance your memory. And he will show you how to supercharge your memory with 11 simple daily practices.


1:30 p.m. | Yacht Rock Revue: 70s and 80s Hits, Live from New York

Set sail on the shimmering seas for a nostalgic musical journey through the late 70s and early 80s, where soft rock and smooth grooves rule the waves. This talented group with exceptional musicianship and tight harmonies pays homage to the golden era of yacht rock and takes audiences back in time, encouraging everyone to sing and dance the night away.


3 p.m. | Kenny Rogers Live in Concert

Celebrate the career of the Grammy Award winner, Country Music Hall of Fame member and worldwide music icon in a 1983 concert recorded at the peak of his popularity. Filmed at the Greensboro Coliseum in North Carolina, this special features performances of 11 Top 10 songs, including fan favorites “The Gambler,” “Lady,” “Lucille,” and “Through the Years.”


4:30 p.m. | Raising Mentally Strong Kids with Daniel Amen, MD

Parenting seems harder now than ever before with social media, digital addictions, and the epidemic rise of anxiety, depression, and ADHD. In this program, psychiatrist and founder of Amen Clinics Dr. Daniel Amen will share 7 Core Conversations to help parents and grandparents raise happy, responsible, and mentally strong kids.


6 p.m. | I Go to the Rock: The Gospel Music of Whitney Houston

The unmistakable voice of Whitney Houston is powerful and timeless. She became one of the most accomplished recording artists of all time, but her heart was always in Gospel music. From her first performance in front of an audience to the best-selling Gospel album of all time, The Preacher's Wife, experience how profoundly Gospel music influenced her personal life and helped shape her career. Join host CeCe Winans and discover Whitney’s deep faith and love of Gospel music.


7:30 p.m. | Billy Strings at the Ryman Auditorium

Join the Grammy Award winner and his band for a one-of-a-kind concert honoring the birthplace of Bluegrass. One of music’s top artists across all genres, Strings reveres acoustic music while pushing it forward into new spaces through his incredible live shows. At the historic Ryman, Strings celebrates the traditional bluegrass songs that shaped him as a musician.


9 p.m. | Shakira: Live from Paris

Experience the juggernaut that is Shakira in a 2011 concert featuring the Colombian singer-songwriter’s biggest hits, including “Whenever, Wherever” and “Hips Don’t Lie.” Recorded during her Sale El Sol (The Sun Comes Out) tour, it’s Shakira at her best from beginning to end.


11:30 p.m. | Ann Wilson and Tripsitter: Live in Concert

Rock out with the founder and lead singer-songwriter of the barrier-breaking band Heart, in a concert featuring songs from her new album, Another Door. Backed by her band Tripsitter, the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award-winner and member of The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame also sings her classic hits, including “Barracuda,” “Crazy On You,” and “Magic Man.”

Sunday, March 10

12:30 p.m. | All Creatures Great and Small: Between the Pages

All Creatures Great and Small: Between the Pages features interviews and clips from the charming hit Masterpiece series All Creatures Great and Small. Featuring highlights from season one, we hear from the cast and creators about bringing this charming tale from the 1930's to life.


2 p.m. | Raising Mentally Strong Kids with Daniel Amen, MD

Parenting seems harder now than ever before with social media, digital addictions, and the epidemic rise of anxiety, depression, and ADHD. In this program, psychiatrist and founder of Amen Clinics Dr. Daniel Amen will share 7 Core Conversations to help parents and grandparents raise happy, responsible, and mentally strong kids.


4 p.m. | Ken Burns: The Civil War

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the landmark series with this in-depth overview of the iconic documentary. See video clips and interviews with Ken Burns, Geoffrey Ward, Ric Burns, Buddy Squires and others. Award-winning actor Sam Waterston, who provided the voice of President Lincoln in the original series, hosts.


6 p.m. | Finance for the People with Paco De Leon

Join the financial industry rockstar as she brings her deep, insider expertise from years spent in the financial industry to help viewers step into their full financial power. Delivering pragmatic money advice in a straightforward way, De Leon offers practical tools so anyone can begin taking corrective action no matter the current state of their finances.


7:30 p.m. | Neil Diamond: Thank You Australia

Celebrate the American legend’s enthralling 1976 performance at the Sydney Sports Stadium. The vast crowd was typical of his Australia and New Zealand record-breaking tour — still one of the most memorable in Australian history — and Neil Diamond delivered the enthralling performance of a true showman.


9 p.m. | Yacht Rock Revue: 70s and 80s Hits, Live from New York

Set sail on the shimmering seas for a nostalgic musical journey through the late 70s and early 80s, where soft rock and smooth grooves rule the waves. This talented group with exceptional musicianship and tight harmonies pays homage to the golden era of yacht rock and takes audiences back in time, encouraging everyone to sing and dance the night away.


10:30 p.m. | Finance for the People with Paco De Leon

Join the financial industry rockstar as she brings her deep, insider expertise from years spent in the financial industry to help viewers step into their full financial power. Delivering pragmatic money advice in a straightforward way, De Leon offers practical tools so anyone can begin taking corrective action no matter the current state of their finances.