Mossback's Northwest
In each episode of “Mossback’s Northwest,” Knute Berger will mine a particular Seattle historical or cultural nugget, and you’ll learn the hidden backstory behind it and find out why it’s still relevant today.
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Crosscut Documentaries: The Rising
Climate change threatens the future of several tribes on the Pacific Coast.
No Passport Required
Explore the diversity of immigrant traditions and cuisine woven through American culture.
On the Brink
On the Brink tells a Central District story of history, hope, and determination to have a
Christmas With The Tabernacle Choir
Celebrate Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir featuring the marvelous Kristin Chenoweth.
Great Performances
The world of classical performing arts is brought to the comfort of your living room.
Manifest Justice
17-year old Jamari faces up to four years of detention after pleading guilty to robbery.
Nick on the Rocks
Nick Zentner leads viewers on armchair adventures through Washingtons diverse landscapes.
PBS NewsHour
Top journalists deliver compelling original analysis of the hour's headlines.
The Durrells in Corfu
Keeley Hawes stars as an intrepid widow who moves her family to a sunny Greek island.
Country Music
Hear the remarkable stories of the people and places behind a true American art form.
NOVA
Explore scientific discoveries on television's most acclaimed science documentary series.
Antiques Roadshow
Trash or treasure? Discover the value of ordinary peoples' antique treasures.
Latest News
December 8, 2019 - PBS NewsHour Weekend full episode
December 8, 2019 - PBS NewsHour Weekend full episode
December 7, 2019 - PBS NewsHour Weekend full episode
December 7, 2019 - PBS NewsHour Weekend full episode
Washington Week full episode for December 6, 2019
Washington Week full episode for December 6, 2019
Las Vegas: Built on a Bad Hand, Redeemed on the River
A city known for excess, now a leader in water conservation. Here's how.
Redlining: The Jim Crow Laws of the North
A state’s severe racial disparities are traced back to restrictive real estate covenants.
December 6, 2019
Farnaz Fassihi; Péter Szijjártó; Dread Scott; Christian Siriano
Condoleezza Rice
Condoleezza Rice joins Firing Line to discuss the breakdown of Taliban negotiations.
Condoleezza Rice
David Rubenstein interviews Condoleezza Rice.
The Repeating History Behind the FAMU Hospital Closure
A glance at the role integration played in the closing of an African-American hospital.
December 6, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
December 6, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
The Urban Renewal and the Legacy of Smokey Hollow
A look at urban renewal through the lens of a small African-American neighborhood.
December 5, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
December 5, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
What Will Happen If We Raise the Minimum Wage?
Minimum wage in the U.S. has been $7.25/hour for the last 10 years. Should it be raised?
December 4, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
December 4, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
December 3, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
December 3, 2019 - PBS NewsHour full episode
December 3, 2019
Bobby Ghosh; Gülnur Aybet; Shirin Neshat; Hadi Ghaemi; Feras Fayyad
Holiday Favorites
Mexican Dogsledders Trade Dirt for Washington Snow
A look at dogsledding's international future in Cle Elum.
The Holiday Special
Join Vivian for a taste of the holidays as she serves up the best of her Southern cooking.
Spruce Tree Shortbread
These spruce tree shortbread cookies will make you feel Christmassy!
Five Physics Experiments for the Holidays
These holiday-themed experiments will keep you busy during the winter holidays!
From the Dutch Baby to Teriyaki, 5 Foods that Define Seattle
Every city has a dish (or five) to call its own, and every dish has a story to tell.
Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir
Celebrate a star-studded Christmas with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir.
When Is It Winter On Other Planets?
Earth has seasons, but what about the rest of the planets in the solar system?
Hanukkah
Hanukkah is a holiday celebrating the revolt of the Jews against the Syrians in Jerusalem.
Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn
Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn - The Broadway Musical comes to Great Performances on PBS.
Cranberry Orange Brioche Star
Christmas morning is the perfect time for a warm, homemade sweet bread.
Hanukkah
Susan Braunstein of the Jewish Museum of New York explains the traditions of Hanukkah.
Christmas Tourtiere
Christmas food traditions like this tourtiere vary, but family is always the centerpiece.
Masterpiece
Downton Abbey
The hit drama centers on a great English estate on the cusp of a vanishing way of life.
The Durrells in Corfu
Keeley Hawes stars as an intrepid widow who moves her family to a sunny Greek island.
Unforgotten
Police officers investigate the murder of a boy whose diary implicates four couples.
The Miniaturist
Anya Taylor-Joy, Romola Garai and Alex Hassell star in a telling of Jessie Burton’s book.
Inspector Lewis
Kevin Whately stars as Inspector Lewis, once the working-class foil to DI Morse.
Dark Angel
This drama tells the true story of Victorian murderer Mary Ann Cotton (Joanne Froggatt).
Home Fires
Samantha Bond and Francesca Annis star in a story of courage in our darkest moments.
Man In An Orange Shirt
Two love stories, sixty years apart, chart the challenges in gay lives in England.
Prime Suspect - Tennison
Starring Stefanie Martini in the iconic role immortalized by Helen Mirren.
The Child in Time
Benedict Cumberbatch stars as Stephen Lewis, a children's books author who loses a child.
Churchill's Secret
Set in 1953, Churchill’s Secret reveals a little-known part of Winston Churchill’s life.
Death Comes to Pemberley
An Austen classic continues in this adaptation of P.D. James’ bestselling novel.
Indian Summers
Indian Summers explores the collision of the British Raj with their Indian subjects.
King Charles III
Adapted from a 2016 Tony nominee for Best Play, the drama imagines Prince Charles’ reign.
Mr. Selfridge
In 1909 London, a flamboyant American entrepreneur seeks to thrill London’s shoppers.
My Mother and Other Strangers
The series follows the Northern Irish Coyne family and their neighbors during WWII.
The Collection
The Collection is a story about the price of success during a pivotal moment in France.
The Lady Vanishes
A young socialite suspects foul play when a woman inexplicably disappears from a train.
To Walk Invisible The Brontë Sisters
The Brontë sisters rise from ordinary women to sensational authors.
Crosscut Presents Mossback's Northwest
Why the Tacoma Narrows Bridge was nicknamed Galloping Gertie
The Tacoma Narrows Bridge is one of the epic civil engineering failures of all time.
When Washington's Cities Burned
In 1889, three of Washington's cities burned within weeks of each other.
Why mass murderer Ted Bundy continues to intrigue
In our latest episode, we recap the dark legacy of Ted Bundy.
'Flying saucers'? You can thank WA for the term
In 1947, a pilot spotted UFOs flying near Mount Rainier.
Meet the Confederate spy who became mayor of Seattle
The story of a white supremacist who left an uncomfortable past for the frontier.
The Northwest’s most notable hoaxes
Fake news is not new—hoaxes have been around for ages. We look at some that made real news
The Great Seattle-Tacoma Blow-up
Seattle and Tacoma's biggest battle is over the name of our biggest mountain.
Harry Allen, Turn of the Century Trans Youth
Harry Allen, AKA Nell Pickerell, became a NW celebrity by challenging gender norms.
When Coal Was King in Seattle
Today, climate change dominates discourse in Seattle — but it used to be coal.
What was Lesser Seattle?
Lesser Seattle' wanted to keep the city free of pretension — and Californians.
The Shipwreck That Still Shares its Bounty
A shipwreck shares it's beeswax bounty 300 years later.
How Seattleites Navigated Downtown Before GPS
Every Seattleite hears this phrase: Jesus Christ Made Seattle Under Protest.
From the Dutch Baby to Teriyaki, 5 Foods that Define Seattle
Every city has a dish (or five) to call its own, and every dish has a story to tell.
When Mark Twain Came to Seattle
Knute Berger recalls Mark Twain's memorable trip to Seattle in the summer of 1895.
When Being Poor in Seattle Was a Criminal Offense
In 1872, the Seattle council passed Ordinance 32 that outlined punishment for vagrants.
The Music Festival That Came Before Woodstock
You’ve heard about Woodstock, but what about the music festival that came before?
Where Are All of Washington’s Dinosaurs?
Only one dinosaur bone has been found in Washington. Here’s why.
When Palm Trees Thrived in the Pacific Northwest
What fossils can teach us about the past — and future — climates of the our region.
When Seattle Just Said ‘No’
Three instances where visions of the future ran up against the Seattle Process.
How Past Cougars Tell Us a Story About Modern Attacks
What can cougar remains tell us about attacks, past and present?
Seattle’s Complicated History With Orcas
Knute Berger charts the rise and fall of the whale that would come to define our relations
Does the Sun Make You Crave Rain? You Might Be a Mossback
Are you the kind of person who would trade gold and sunshine for a damp forest any day?
From Kent to the Moon: The Most Expensive Car Ever Built
Seattle prides itself as a launchpad to the Space Age — but should Kent get the credit?
The REAL name for Puget Sound
With the help of an extremely old map, Knute charts Seattle's salty sound...or bay?
How the Space Needle Got Its Look
This secret artifact contains a design from the original architect.
When the ‘American Hitler’ Came to Washington
Knute Berger explores the dark history of the Silver Shirts, a fascist splinter group.
Washington’s New Apple Could Be an Industry Game-Changer
Bye bye Red Delicious, there’s a new apple in town: the Cosmic Crisp.
The Chaos of the Car in Seattle’s Early Days
Knute Berger chronicles the car’s bumpy ride in early Seattle.
When Bikes Ruled Seattle
There was a time when cyclists ruled the road in Seattle.
Bertha’s Legacy: Seattle’s First Female Mayor and the Police
Berger takes a historical look back at the first woman to hold the office of mayor.
The Scientific Search for Bigfoot
Knute Berger wants to know: What does science have to say about Sasquatch?
Watch Live
Science
Earth's Sacred Wonders
Discover what people do for faith in some of the most stunning sacred places on Earth.
Crash Course: Artificial Intelligence
In this series host Jabril Ashe will teach you the logic behind AI.
NOVA
Explore scientific discoveries on television's most acclaimed science documentary series.
It's Okay to Be Smart
A show about science, but probably not science the way you're used to it.
Nature
Capturing the splendor of the natural world, from the African plains to the Antarctic ice.
Life from Above
Behold Earth as it's never been seen before through images taken by cameras in space.
Eons
From the dawn of life in the Archaean Eon through the Mesozoic Era — the so-called “Age of
Wild Metropolis
Discover the extraordinary animals adapting to life in the world’s most loved cities.
Animal Babies: First Year on Earth
Follow 6 baby animals as they face the challenges of surviving their first year of life.
Ancient Skies
Discover how centuries of knowledge helped our ancestors understand the mysteries of space
Blue Sky Metropolis
“Blue Sky Metropolis” is the story of how aerospace was central to California’s growth.
Stellar
Stellar is a miniseries that explores frontiers in space science and exploration.
Rivers of Life
Explore the Amazon, the Nile and the Mississippi rivers in this three-part series.
Changing Seas
Changing Seas covers the many facets of the ocean and all of its natural resources.
Food
America's Test Kitchen
Join America’s Test Kitchen as they reveal the secrets to foolproof cooking at home.
The Great British Baking Show
Follow passionate amateur bakers whose goal is to be named the U.K.s best.
In Defense of Food
Michael Pollan explores a prescription for reversing the damage being done to peoples hea
BBQ with Franklin
BBQ nerd Aaron Franklin explains the steps for creating delicious BBQ in your backyard.
Mystery
Frankie Drake Mysteries
PBS Passport presents: In 1920s Toronto, follow the city’s only female private detectives.
Unforgotten
Police officers investigate the murder of a boy whose diary implicates four couples.
The Woman in White
A young man encounters a ghostly woman dressed all in white on a moonlit road.
Prime Suspect - Tennison
Starring Stefanie Martini in the iconic role immortalized by Helen Mirren.
Inspector Lewis
Kevin Whately stars as Inspector Lewis, once the working-class foil to DI Morse.
Death Comes to Pemberley
An Austen classic continues in this adaptation of P.D. James’ bestselling novel.
The Lady Vanishes
A young socialite suspects foul play when a woman inexplicably disappears from a train.
History
American Experience
AMERICAN EXPERIENCE brings to life the compelling stories from our past!
American Masters
Discover insightful profiles of important figures in America's artistic and cultural life.
Secrets of the Dead
Uncover the untold stories and secrets of iconic historical moments to rewrite history.
KOREA: The Never-Ending War
Shedding new light on a geopolitical hot spot, narrated by actor John Cho.
BOSS: The Black Experience in Business
The history of business and entrepreneurship lies at the heart of the American story.
RECONSTRUCTION: AMERICA AFTER THE CIVIL WAR
Reconstruction: America After the Civil War explores the transformative years.
The Dictator's Playbook
Explore how dictators, from Mussolini to Saddam Hussein, seized, held and fell from power.
Margaret: The Rebel Princess
Follow this intimate two-part series profiling Princess Margaret.
Victoria & Albert: The Wedding
Celebrate the enduring love that changed British matrimonial ceremonies forever.
Ancient Invisible Cities
View architectural jewels of three ancient cities through 3D scans.
The Jazz Ambassadors
The Cold War and civil rights collide in this story of music, diplomacy and race.
Queen Elizabeth's Secret Agents
Uncover the secret state that helped keep Queen Elizabeth in power for over 40 years.
Story of China
The Story of China explores the history of the world's oldest continuous state.
Documentary
College Behind Bars
Men and women earn college degrees - and a chance at new beginnings - while incarcerated.
American Experience
AMERICAN EXPERIENCE brings to life the compelling stories from our past!
FRONTLINE
A trusted source of journalism presenting news documentaries on today's public affairs.
Independent Lens
A new documentary film each week from among the best independent filmmakers working today.
America ReFramed
Compelling stories that illuminate the changing contours of an ever-evolving America.
Local, USA
Local, USA features fascinating stories of diverse people, curated around a single theme.
Country Music
Hear the remarkable stories of the people and places behind a true American art form.
RECONSTRUCTION: AMERICA AFTER THE CIVIL WAR
Reconstruction: America After the Civil War explores the transformative years.
AfroPoP: The Ultimate Cultural Exchange
Engaging and thought-provoking stories about modern life in the African Diaspora.
Muslim Youth Voices
A collection of short films amplifying young Muslim voices by young Muslim makers.
Kingdoms of the Sky
Meet the extraordinary people who make home on the world's iconic mountain ranges.
Story of China
The Story of China explores the history of the world's oldest continuous state.
Doc World
DOC WORLD brings international documentaries from around the globe to a US audience.
The National Parks
The story of an idea as American as the Declaration of Independence and just as radical.
Travel
Family Travel with Colleen Kelly
FAMILY TRAVEL WITH COLLEEN KELLY features destinations that cater to families.
Curious Traveler
Christine van Blokland brings her storytelling and passion and zest for the arts.
Autumnwatch New England
In this live production, travel to the colorful landscapes of New England.
Kingdoms of the Sky
Meet the extraordinary people who make home on the world's iconic mountain ranges.
City in the Sky
What does it take to keep a million people airborne at 30,000 feet across the globe?
Breakfast Special
Accompany Rick Sebak to interesting and unusual breakfast spots around the country.
No Passport Required
Explore the diversity of immigrant traditions and cuisine woven through American culture.
Biographies
American Masters
Discover insightful profiles of important figures in America's artistic and cultural life.
Margaret: The Rebel Princess
Follow this intimate two-part series profiling Princess Margaret.
In Their Own Words
Explore an elite few of the 20th century's greatest figures in this biography series.
Not For Ourselves Alone: The Story of Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony
Recount the trials, tribulations and triumphs of two pioneers of the women’s movement.
The Roosevelts
A chronicle of three members of the most influential family in American politics.
