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Tuesday, December 30

early

12:00 am ET 11:00 pm CT

KETKY

In Performance at the Governor's Mansion

Prestonsburg

Features music from three different perspectives: the Lexington Singers, a community chorus; the River City Drum Corp, a group of young percussionists who perform traditional African rhythms; and the Kentucky Opry, a cast of instrumentalists and singers who take a "down-home" approach to entertainment. A 2000 KET production taped at the Mountain Arts Center in Prestonsburg.

KETKIDS

Lyla in the Loop

Happy New Year, Lyla!/Everett's Summer Sale

Lyla and Everett make pins for New Year's Eve. Lyla and Everett clash while making a fun unboxing video for Phan Hardware's Summer Sale.

Top
early

12:00 am ET 11:00 pm CT

KET2

Nova

Dog Tales

Dogs have long been dependable companions, but it wasn't always that way. Researchers reveal how humans have tamed fearsome canines over tens of thousands of years and how modern dog intelligence and behaviors have made them indispensable companions.

Top

12:02 am ET 11:02 pm CT

KET

Amanpour and Company

Top

12:30 am ET 11:30 pm CT

KETKIDS

Weather Hunters

Finding Cumulus

The Hunters find a stowaway in their picnic basket, a little furry dog.

Top

1:00 am ET 12:00 am CT

KET

Secrets of the Royal Palaces

Royal Scandals

The art scandal of the forged masterpieces in King Charles' Dumfries House; the 1986 Charles and Diana vacation to Marivent Palace in Spain; a failed 2023 assassination attempt on Elizabeth II in Windsor Castle; a 2021 theft of valuable items from Buckingham Palace by a member of staff.

KET2

The Roosevelts: An Intimate History

A Strong and Active Faith (1944-1962)

FDR wins re-election and begins planning for a peaceful postwar world, but a cerebral hemorrhage kills him at 63. After her husband's death, Eleanor Roosevelt fights for civil rights, civil libertie,s and the United Nations.

KETKY

VolunTour Kentucky

Exit 0 Homeless Outreach - Part Two

Part two of Exit 0 Homeless Outreach. A 2018 Production.

KETKIDS

Odd Squad

Not So Splash/By the Book

Olive and Otto must figure out why parts of the town are turning snowy and cold during summer. Olive and Otto interrogate two suspects to figure out which one is innocent and which one is guilty.

Top

1:30 am ET 12:30 am CT

KETKY

kNOwMORE Nonprofits

Moveable Feast's food delivery service, Faith Feeds Kentucky program, Seedleaf Farms, and a look at the Bluegrass Domestic Violence Farm Program are featured. A 2013 Production.

KETKIDS

Skillsville

Firefighter / Bank Teller

Firefighter Rae to the rescue! Bank teller Cora helps the Beeples with their accounts.

Top

2:00 am ET 1:00 am CT

KET

Happiness

Season 1, Episode Five

Charlie's impulsive vision disrupts Nicky's schedule; tensions flare at Pizazz, leading to a frustrated Charlie revealing his true feelings.

KETKY

Kentucky Life

Paranormal Somerset, The Legend of Octavia Hatcher, Octagon Hall, The Disappearance of Pan

Learn some of the mysterious folklore in Somerset; the tragic story of Octavia Hatcher is a popular urban legend among those in Pikeville; Octagon Hall is a Civil War era home in Franklin and deemed one of the most haunted locations in the south; Louisville's Belvedere was once home to a strange statue titled "Pan" after the Greek mythological figure - it disappeared only to resurface years later. A 2024 KET production.

KETKIDS

Wild Kratts

City Hoppers!

Aviva and Koki help kids make a catapult and Chris and Martin explore the world of grasshoppers. They soon realize that these mighty jumpers were really the first catapulters!

Top

2:30 am ET 1:30 am CT

KET

Happiness

Season 1, Episode Six

Opening night dazzles but simmering resentment could undo all Charlie's hard work.

KETKIDS

Weather Hunters

Finding Cumulus

The Hunters find a stowaway in their picnic basket, a little furry dog.

Top

2:30 am ET 1:30 am CT

KETKY

Tim Farmer's Country Kitchen (KET)

Christmas Traditions

Tim and Nicki share some of their favorite Christmas traditions including a must have every season, Christmas music. Featuring Tim Farmer and the Dells, Frontier and Parker Hastings. Then sit down with Byron Crawford as he tells a classic Christmas story about believing in Santa Claus. A 2025 production.

Top

3:00 am ET 2:00 am CT

KET

Masterpiece

All Creatures Great and Small - Season 5, Episode Five: Pair Bond

Carmody gets an exciting opportunity, leaving Siegfried wondering whether he's holding back his protege. Mrs. Hall must deal with an unlikely emergency in Darrowby. Siegfried and Carmody must pay attention to their romantic pursuits.

KET2

Dogs in the Wild, A Nature Miniseries

Defending Wild Dogs

Join the researchers making ground-breaking discoveries and going to extraordinary lengths to save wild canids around the world, from endangered wolves to injured African wild dogs.

KETKY

Headwaters: Real Stories from Rural America

Old-Time Country Music

"Sunny Side of Life" tells the story of the Carter Family Fold in Hiltons, VA.

KETKIDS

Lyla in the Loop

Happy New Year, Lyla!/Everett's Summer Sale

Lyla and Everett make pins for New Year's Eve. Lyla and Everett clash while making a fun unboxing video for Phan Hardware's Summer Sale.

Top

3:30 am ET 2:30 am CT

KETKIDS

Arthur

D.W. on Ice/Spoiled Rotten!

D.W. tells her friends that she's a fantastic skater - even though she can barely stand on ice. Accused of being spoiled by her friends, Muffy sets out to prove them wrong by being the most charitable person around.

Top

4:00 am ET 3:00 am CT

KET

Masterpiece

All Creatures Great and Small - Season 5, Episode Six: Glass Half Full

James has a bout of brucellosis, bringing long buried emotions to the surface. A broken-down car forces Siegfried and Tristan to renegotiate their relationship with amusing consequences.

KET2

History Detectives

Hindenburg Artifact/John Adams Book/Birthplace of Hip Hop

Encore presentations: An instrument that may have been recovered from the Hindenburg, a book that may have been a gift from John Adams to his son, and a home in the Bronx that may have been the birthplace of hip hop.

KETKY

VolunTour Kentucky

Exit 0 Homeless Outreach - Part Two

Part two of Exit 0 Homeless Outreach. A 2018 Production.

KETKIDS

Nature Cat

Know Your Snow/The Nature-tastic Four and the Humongous Hurricane

Nature Cat wants to break the record for the world's tallest snow critter, but the snow fails to stick together. The heroes protect themselves from a hurricane.

Top

4:30 am ET 3:30 am CT

KETKY

kNOwMORE Nonprofits

Moveable Feast's food delivery service, Faith Feeds Kentucky program, Seedleaf Farms, and a look at the Bluegrass Domestic Violence Farm Program are featured. A 2013 Production.

KETKIDS

Hero Elementary

Tail of One Kitty/Movie Theater Meltdown

The Sparks' Crew observe how animals use their tails and apply it to rescue a lost kitten. The team helps Stevie Heat learn to control his superpower: his hands melt anything he touches.

Top

5:00 am ET 4:00 am CT

KET

Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World

The Airplane

Explore the inventions that gave humans the ability to fly, from Leonardo da Vinci's flying machines to modern commercial planes.

KET2

Nova

Dog Tales

Dogs have long been dependable companions, but it wasn't always that way. Researchers reveal how humans have tamed fearsome canines over tens of thousands of years and how modern dog intelligence and behaviors have made them indispensable companions.

KETKY

Kentucky to the World

Wendy Whelan - To the Point: A Conversation with Emily Bingham

Wendy Whelan, America's premier ballerina, sits down for an intimate conversation with historian and author Emily Bingham to discuss her future and embracing her creative power. A 2018 Production.

KETKIDS

Cyberchase

Space Waste Odyssey, Part 1

Hacker has positioned giant patches of trash in Cyberspace to converge on Control Central!

Top

5:30 am ET 4:30 am CT

KETKIDS

Let's Go Luna!

You Can't Move the Moon/Lizardzilla!

Salami Strong gets injured and can't do his act in Tokyo, so Carmen enlists a Sumo wrestler. Leo is afraid of Lizardzilla movies, but after seeing how they're made in Tokyo, he overcomes his fear.

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morning

6:00 am ET 5:00 am CT

KET

YNDI Yoga

YNDI Fluid Flow

This vigorous and playful vinyasa flow practice fuses together different yoga disciplines.

KET2

Amanpour and Company

KETKY

Education Matters

Resources for Families: Education Matters

Experts discuss academic standards and educate parents about Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Section 504 plans and various programs for students with special needs. They also outline resources available for families. A 2025 KET production.

KETKIDS

Clifford the Big Red Dog

Try a Little YumYum!; Come Back, Happy Jack!

Clifford is hesitant to try a new kind of dog food. Jack has outgrown his favorite tennis shoes, but is apprehensive about getting a new pair.

Top

6:30 am ET 5:30 am CT

KET

Classical Stretch: By Essentrics

Calf & Knee

An all-standing, neuromuscular workout with gentle and controlled movements to stretch knees and calves and increase the hip's range of motion.

KETKIDS

Sesame Street

Elmo Visits the Library

Librarian Grover helps Nina and Elmo find the books they need while looking through the different sections of the library.

Top

7:00 am ET 6:00 am CT

KET

Molly of Denali

Fili-Bascan Chefs/Ladybug Sleepover

Molly and Vera want to make lumpia, a tradition from the Philippines, for Vera's mom. A bunch of ladybugs gets loose in the Trading Post during a spooky sleepover.

KET2

Asia Insight

KETKY

The Ryan McGillicuddy Big Band

Bassist Ryan McGillicuddy leads a group of musicians in this big band performance in this 2021 Ohio Valley Chapter Regional Emmy Award-nominated program. Ryan, an assistant professor of music at Morehead State University, composed and arranged songs for the event. Professor Jeffrey Hill at Morehead State University captured the performance, which included MSU students and professional musicians from around Kentucky.

KETKIDS

Pinkalicious & Peterrific

Pink Love/Duocorn

When her Valentines are accidentally destroyed, Pinkalicious must come up with a creative solution. Pinkalicious and her unicorn friend Goldilicious compete in an imaginary race.

Top

7:30 am ET 6:30 am CT

KET

Weather Hunters

Cold Snap

The Hunters learn how temperatures can affect outdoor plants and gardens.

KET2

Sit and Be Fit

Spinal Flexibility

Exercises that improve spinal flexibility, wrist strengthening and warming the joints with self-massage; a gentle stretch segment using a large ball to improve overall range of motion.

KETKIDS

Curious George

George and the Giant Thumb/Shutter Monkey

George and Allie make a mud sculpture of Bill's sprained thumb.

Top

8:00 am ET 7:00 am CT

KET

Wild Kratts

Tazzy Chris

Zach Varmitech has kidnapped endangered Tasmanian Devils to create a ferocious new Zachbot.

KET2

Classical Stretch: By Essentrics

Spine Mobility

An all-standing workout will improve the mobility of your spine and keep you standing tall all day long.

KETKY

KET Forums

The Wellness Shift: A KET Forum

Health and wellness experts explore simple, science-backed changes in diet and daily movement that can lead to lasting improvements in overall well-being. Powerful personal stories and innovative community programs highlight real people making small adjustments with big results. Hosted by Christie Dutton. Guests: Angela Dearinger, M.D., executive vice-dean at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine; Jennifer Truman, D.N.P., A.P.R.N., Bariatrics and Weight Management, Norton Healthcare; Fred Williams, M.D., endocrinologist; and Carrie Davidson, Ed.D., health and wellness fitness manager at the University of Kentucky. This program is funded in part by the Kentucky Medical Association. A 2025 KET production.

KETKIDS

Sesame Street

Proud of My Name

Elmo, Gabrielle and Rosita join a basketball team; Elmo and Gabrielle encourage Rosita to tell the coach to call her by her actual name; Rosita is proud of her name because names are a big part of one's identity.

Top

8:30 am ET 7:30 am CT

KET

Carl the Collector

The Lost Yo-Yo/Rainy Day

Carl's medium-sized fuchsia yo-yo goes missing from his collection. A rainy day changes Carl's pool day plans.

KET2

Workplace Essential Skills

Learning at Work

Orientation and training phase strategies.

KETKIDS

Milo

Milo the Farmer

When Farmer Tilly visits Scrubby's, Milo, Lofty and Lark think it would be amazing to be down on the farm with the animals. But, when they are left in charge, it turns to chaos.

Top

9:00 am ET 8:00 am CT

KET

Sesame Street

Abby's Magical Beasties

Abby's Fairy Garden is home to new surprising and delightful magical beasties who she can identify, track and take care of, including Bunberry.

KET2

Fresh Quilting

Limits

Imposing limits to narrow down design choices; limiting the palette when placing color; pieced applique technique; seams; stitching a partial seam.

KETKY

Bywords

Dr. Floyd Hay

Dr. Floyd Hay, author of "The Country Doctor". A 1984 KET production.

KETKIDS

Work It Out Wombats!

Welcome to the Treeborhood/Ice Cream Bike

Devonte J. Squirrel moves to the Treeborhood. Devonte and the Wombats create a machine that makes ice cream using a bike.

Top

9:30 am ET 8:30 am CT

KET

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

The Neighborhood Snowstorm

There's a big storm coming to the neighborhood. Katerina and O are all packed up to go to Daniel's house where they'll be safe during the storm.

KET2

Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting

Stitch Modes 101

Demystifying the various settings on longarm and midarm-style quilting machines are featured.

KETKY

Kentucky Life

Paranormal Somerset, The Legend of Octavia Hatcher, Octagon Hall, The Disappearance of Pan

Learn some of the mysterious folklore in Somerset; the tragic story of Octavia Hatcher is a popular urban legend among those in Pikeville; Octagon Hall is a Civil War era home in Franklin and deemed one of the most haunted locations in the south; Louisville's Belvedere was once home to a strange statue titled "Pan" after the Greek mythological figure - it disappeared only to resurface years later. A 2024 KET production.

KETKIDS

Work It Out Wombats!

Junior Supers/Measure for Measure

Super's special trick is breaking big jobs into little ones and it helps Zadie and Malik clean up a big mess. To make a new hat for Ellie, the Wombats are helped by a "special trick" - measuring!

Top

10:00 am ET 9:00 am CT

KET

Work It Out Wombats!

Welcome to the Treeborhood/Ice Cream Bike

Devonte J. Squirrel moves to the Treeborhood. Devonte and the Wombats create a machine that makes ice cream using a bike.

KET2

Joseph Rosendo's Steppin' Out

Panama: The Heart of Nature and Heritage

Ziplining above a Panama City skyscraper, fishing off the coast of Punta Chame, meeting local craftspeople, and dancing with the indigenous Embera in their village.

KETKY

Kentucky Time Capsule

A Time Remembered

A look back at Louisville's early history, from the first settlement on Corn Island in 1778 to the end of the 19th century. By the mid-1800s, Louisville had become one of the most important cities in the country. At the end of the century, the steamboat era came to an end, and the city's economy made the transition to railroad transportation. A 2003 KET Production.

KETKIDS

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

The Neighborhood Snowstorm

There's a big storm coming to the neighborhood. Katerina and O are all packed up to go to Daniel's house where they'll be safe during the storm.

Top

10:30 am ET 9:30 am CT

KET

Donkey Hodie

Me, Myself, and Donkey/Fashion Donkey

Donkey has fun on her own for a day. Donkey wants to be just like Fashion Penguin.

KET2

In the Americas with David Yetman

Winter in the Caldera: January in the Yellowstone Hotspot

The frozen landscape and deep snow of Yellowstone National Park in winter is highlighted.

KETKY

Tim Farmer's Country Kitchen (KET)

Christmas Traditions

Tim and Nicki share some of their favorite Christmas traditions including a must have every season, Christmas music. Featuring Tim Farmer and the Dells, Frontier and Parker Hastings. Then sit down with Byron Crawford as he tells a classic Christmas story about believing in Santa Claus. A 2025 production.

KETKIDS

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

Daniel Gets Mad at Dad/Daniel Gets Mad at His Friends

Daniel gets angry at his Dad and learns that you can love someone even if you're mad at them. When Miss Elaina spills red paint on Daniel's project, he gets mad at his friend.

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now

11:00 am ET 10:00 am CT

KET

Lyla in the Loop

Everett's Swim Lesson/Miss Emmaline's New Beginning

Everett faces his fear of water by taking a swimming lesson. Lyla doesn't want Miss Emmaline to move.

KET2

Travels with Darley

Korea for Foodies

Restaurants in Seoul and Busan serving Korean temple food; Korean desserts, from traditional dasik to modern day K-desserts; coffee culture at cool cafes.

KETKY

Kentucky to the World

Wendy Whelan - To the Point: A Conversation with Emily Bingham

Wendy Whelan, America's premier ballerina, sits down for an intimate conversation with historian and author Emily Bingham to discuss her future and embracing her creative power. A 2018 Production.

KETKIDS

Carl the Collector

Whole Lotta Lotta/Leaf It to Carl

Lotta is upset when Skyler calls her "headphone girl." There's a new kid in school.

Top

11:30 am ET 10:30 am CT

KET

Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

I Am Wilma Rudolph/I Am Jonas Salk

Wilma Rudolph encourages Xavier to stay with track and field even though he thinks he should quit. Jonas Salk explains that you don't need a reward for doing a good deed.

KET2

Garden Smart

Local Gardening Experts in Your Area

Garden experts help you diagnose gardening problems.

KETKIDS

Carl the Collector

Twin Sister Hamster Sitters Incorporated/The Sneaker Collection

Nico and Arugula start a hamster sitter business. Carl is afraid to tell his Mama that his new shoes hurt his feet.

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afternoon

12:00 pm ET 11:00 am CT

KET

Pinkalicious & Peterrific

Mr. Socko/A Pinkapurrfect Pet

To help her brother out, Pinkalicious creates a puppet out of Peter's lone sock. The Pinkertons discover a cat on their front doorstep!

KET2

Sara's Weeknight Meals

Magic Mediterranean Meals

Ouzo paired with regional mezzes at a local cafe on the Greek island of Lesvos; filo wrapped zucchini pie and white bean salad; spiced lamb and hummus pita pizza.

KETKY

Education Matters

Resources for Families: Education Matters

Experts discuss academic standards and educate parents about Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Section 504 plans and various programs for students with special needs. They also outline resources available for families. A 2025 KET production.

KETKIDS

Donkey Hodie

Snow Day/Snow Surprise Challenge

Panda enjoys a snow day his own way. Bob Dog wants to win at Gameshow Gator's new snowy game.

Top

12:30 pm ET 11:30 am CT

KET

Elinor Wonders Why

Follow That Roly Poly; Rain, Rain Don't Go Away

The Exploring Club is looking for somewhere fun to explore when they find a Roly Poly! The kids observe lots of ways the rain is helpful to plants and animals.

KET2

My Greek Table with Diane Kochilas

Hospitality on a Plate!

Baked chickpea-pumpkin patties; melitzanosalata with miso; phyllo triangles with fennel, olives and orange.

KETKIDS

Donkey Hodie

Dodie Hodie/Uniquely Panda

Donkey wonders if she and her cousin can have fun together since they don't like doing the same things anymore. Panda thinks about how he is different from other pandas.

Top

1:00 pm ET 12:00 pm CT

KET

Rosie's Rules

Donating Day/Gatita the Volunteer Cat

Rosie donates some things for Donating Day, but when she accidentally gives away her doll Lele, she must get it back. Rosie & Gatita volunteer for Seniors Day at the Nature Center.

KET2

Tim Farmer's Country Kitchen (KET)

Christmas Traditions

Tim and Nicki share some of their favorite Christmas traditions including a must have every season, Christmas music. Featuring Tim Farmer and the Dells, Frontier and Parker Hastings. Then sit down with Byron Crawford as he tells a classic Christmas story about believing in Santa Claus. A 2025 production.

KETKY

KET Forums

The Wellness Shift: A KET Forum

Health and wellness experts explore simple, science-backed changes in diet and daily movement that can lead to lasting improvements in overall well-being. Powerful personal stories and innovative community programs highlight real people making small adjustments with big results. Hosted by Christie Dutton. Guests: Angela Dearinger, M.D., executive vice-dean at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine; Jennifer Truman, D.N.P., A.P.R.N., Bariatrics and Weight Management, Norton Healthcare; Fred Williams, M.D., endocrinologist; and Carrie Davidson, Ed.D., health and wellness fitness manager at the University of Kentucky. This program is funded in part by the Kentucky Medical Association. A 2025 KET production.

KETKIDS

Elinor Wonders Why

Frozen Fish; Pirate Treasure

After the lake freezes over, Elinor and her friends want to know what happens to fish during winter. When the kids forget where they buried their treasure, Philbert the Squirrel teaches the kids about landmarks and how to use them.

Top

1:30 pm ET 12:30 pm CT

KET

Alma's Way

Rubberiest Rubber Bands/Donuts for Doggies

After the Huda Store orders too many rubber bands, Alma and Rafia try to give them away. Alma and Rafia think they've invited too many people to Safina's bake sale.

KET2

Jacques Pepin: Heart & Soul

Wonders of the Sea

A simple seafood salad and crispy Creole-inspired blackfish beignets with spicy sauce are served.

KETKIDS

Rosie's Rules

Lights, Camera, Rosie!/Gatita Day

Rosie, Iggy and Crystal make a movie. Mom finds a photo from the day they got Gatita.

Top

2:00 pm ET 1:00 pm CT

KET

Odd Squad

16-and-a-Half Blocks/Follow the Leader

The Mobile Unit must bring a villain to The Big O's safe house. The Mobile Unit goes undercover as villains to try and stop The Shadow.

KET2

A Wider World

KETKY

WoodSongs Kids

Lucy Grey & Willis Twins

Singer-songwriter Lucy Grey, 16, plays violin, ukulele and guitar; The Willis Twins from Kentucky, features 16-year-old twin sisters.

KETKIDS

Rosie's Rules

Garbage Day/Crystal's Sneezy Day

Iggy wants to see the garbage truck, but Rosie doesn't know how to get it to come to their house. Rosie attempts to bring nature inside.

Top

2:30 pm ET 1:30 pm CT

KET

Arthur

The Blizzard/The Rat Who Came to Dinner

A big snowstorm knocks out the electricity in Elwood City, sending everyone scrambling to the supermarket. When Mr. Ratburn's roof collapses, Arthur's parents invite him to stay at their house, and Arthur is afraid that means his teacher will be grading him every minute.

KET2

Joseph Rosendo's Steppin' Out

Panama: The Heart of Nature and Heritage

Ziplining above a Panama City skyscraper, fishing off the coast of Punta Chame, meeting local craftspeople, and dancing with the indigenous Embera in their village.

KETKY

Kentucky Life

Paranormal Somerset, The Legend of Octavia Hatcher, Octagon Hall, The Disappearance of Pan

Learn some of the mysterious folklore in Somerset; the tragic story of Octavia Hatcher is a popular urban legend among those in Pikeville; Octagon Hall is a Civil War era home in Franklin and deemed one of the most haunted locations in the south; Louisville's Belvedere was once home to a strange statue titled "Pan" after the Greek mythological figure - it disappeared only to resurface years later. A 2024 KET production.

KETKIDS

Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

I Am Edmund Hillary/I Am Celia Cruz

Edmund Hillary explains to Xavier that even the most courageous adventurers ask for help when they need it. Yadina prepares for a special birthday performance with the help of Celia Cruz.

Top

3:00 pm ET 2:00 pm CT

KET

Fork & Hammer

History on the Move

A new high-rise threatens a 120-year-old grocery store, one of the South End's oldest. Jeff and Jamie step in to save it.

KET2

In the Americas with David Yetman

Winter in the Caldera: January in the Yellowstone Hotspot

The frozen landscape and deep snow of Yellowstone National Park in winter is highlighted.

KETKY

Bywords

Dr. Floyd Hay

Dr. Floyd Hay, author of "The Country Doctor". A 1984 KET production.

KETKIDS

Molly of Denali

Mystery in the Night Sky/Lights, Camera, Patak!

Grandpa Nat joins the kids on a night watch to determine what the mysterious light is in the sky. Molly and Tooey help Mr. Patak record a carving demonstration.

Top

3:30 pm ET 2:30 pm CT

KET

Ask This Old House

Oven Ventilation, Wireless EV Charger

Replacing a leaking gas oven; creating a pollinator garden at home; applying wireless electricity technology to electric vehicle chargers in future homes.

KET2

Travels with Darley

Korea for Foodies

Restaurants in Seoul and Busan serving Korean temple food; Korean desserts, from traditional dasik to modern day K-desserts; coffee culture at cool cafes.

KETKY

Kentucky's State Capitol

The documentary tells the fascinating story of how the Kentucky State Capitol was designed and constructed more than 120 years ago. The program also includes a behind-the-scenes tour of the building, including its towering dome, beautiful terraces and surrounding gardens.

KETKIDS

Alma's Way

Alma on Ice; Junior's Lost Tooth

Alma must find a way to help Rafia ice skate without making her feel self-conscious. Alma helps Junior find his missing tooth.

Top

4:00 pm ET 3:00 pm CT

KET

Animals with Cameras, A Nature Miniseries

Episode 2

The cameras capture young cheetahs learning to hunt in Namibia, reveal how fur seals of an Australian island evade the great white sharks offshore, and help solve a conflict between South African farmers and Chacma baboons.

KET2

This Old House

Asheville | Bricks, Blinds and Brew

Kevin takes a tour of the restaurants and breweries that are opening back up after Hurricane Helene; prepping homeowners Jim and Allies' house to be painted; Mark installs a fireplace at the North Asheville project.

KETKY

Kentucky Life

Sparta Speedway; The Blue Raven Restaurant & Pub; Life Adventure Center; 'Wild Bill' Gordon

Head to Sparta's Kentucky Speedway where fans experience all the fast-paced thrills and excitement of NASCAR racing; in Pikeville, diners at The Blue Raven Restaurant & Pub enjoy Chef Matt Corbin's pub-style Appalachian cuisine; Doug talks with the staff at Life Adventure Center in Versailles about supporting underserved youth; and through the outdoor experiences offered by his High Adventure Wilderness School in Stanton, 'Wild Bill' Gordon brings people back in touch with nature and themselves. A 2016 KET Production.

KETKIDS

Lyla in the Loop

Oaty Zappers on Ice/The California Loops

The Loops family goes on a scavenger hunt around the supermarket. Lyla tries to act older.

Top

4:30 pm ET 3:30 pm CT

KET2

Ask This Old House

Regrade Lawn, Solid Core Doors

Regrading a yard; houseplants for any light level; replacing hollow core doors to solid.

KETKY

WoodSongs Kids

Lucy Grey & Willis Twins

Singer-songwriter Lucy Grey, 16, plays violin, ukulele and guitar; The Willis Twins from Kentucky, features 16-year-old twin sisters.

KETKIDS

Weather Hunters

Christmas in Africa

Dot and Al announce the Hunters are spending Christmas in Nigeria, and Corky wonders if she can have a fun Christmas without snow.

Top

5:00 pm ET 4:00 pm CT

KET

Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World

The Robot

Learn how robots were first conceptualized in ancient Rome and see how their use has evolved over the centuries, from the calculator to the Roomba. Then, take a sneak peek at what future robots will be able to do.

KET2

Sara's Weeknight Meals

Magic Mediterranean Meals

Ouzo paired with regional mezzes at a local cafe on the Greek island of Lesvos; filo wrapped zucchini pie and white bean salad; spiced lamb and hummus pita pizza.

KETKY

Kentucky to the World

Wendy Whelan - To the Point: A Conversation with Emily Bingham

Wendy Whelan, America's premier ballerina, sits down for an intimate conversation with historian and author Emily Bingham to discuss her future and embracing her creative power. A 2018 Production.

KETKIDS

Odd Squad

Odd Beginnings, Part 2

Agents Opal and Omar uncover the location of a legendary odd artifact.

Top

5:30 pm ET 4:30 pm CT

KET2

My Greek Table with Diane Kochilas

Hospitality on a Plate!

Baked chickpea-pumpkin patties; melitzanosalata with miso; phyllo triangles with fennel, olives and orange.

KETKIDS

Skillsville

Farmer / Mail Carrier

Farmer Dev helps harvest crops. Mail carrier Rae delivers packages to the Beeples.

Top

6:00 pm ET 5:00 pm CT

KET

BBC World News America

KET2

Tim Farmer's Country Kitchen (KET)

Christmas Traditions

Tim and Nicki share some of their favorite Christmas traditions including a must have every season, Christmas music. Featuring Tim Farmer and the Dells, Frontier and Parker Hastings. Then sit down with Byron Crawford as he tells a classic Christmas story about believing in Santa Claus. A 2025 production.

KETKY

The Ryan McGillicuddy Big Band

Bassist Ryan McGillicuddy leads a group of musicians in this big band performance in this 2021 Ohio Valley Chapter Regional Emmy Award-nominated program. Ryan, an assistant professor of music at Morehead State University, composed and arranged songs for the event. Professor Jeffrey Hill at Morehead State University captured the performance, which included MSU students and professional musicians from around Kentucky.

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Wild Kratts

Polar Bears Don't Dance

Martin and Chris are on a mission in the Arctic to discover just how animals move around in different environments. Their new knowledge of both buoyancy and traction comes in handy when they discover that the dastardly Zach Varmitech has kidnapped a Walrus calf and a Polar bear cub. The Wild Kratts team will do whatever it takes to return the baby animals to their mothers!

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6:30 pm ET 5:30 pm CT

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Kentucky Edition

December 30, 2025

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Jacques Pepin: Heart & Soul

Wonders of the Sea

A simple seafood salad and crispy Creole-inspired blackfish beignets with spicy sauce are served.

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Weather Hunters

Christmas in Africa

Dot and Al announce the Hunters are spending Christmas in Nigeria, and Corky wonders if she can have a fun Christmas without snow.

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7:00 pm ET 6:00 pm CT

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PBS News Hour

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Father Brown

The Hermit of Hazelnut Cottage

Brenda faces ghosts from her past and becomes embroiled in a local dispute that ends in murder.

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Kentucky Afield

Favorite Segments of 2025, Pt. 1

We're looking back at some of our favorite segments, including campers experiencing their first duck hunt, fishing for hybrid striped bass and the opening day of dove season. A 2025 production.

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Lyla in the Loop

Oaty Zappers on Ice/The California Loops

The Loops family goes on a scavenger hunt around the supermarket. Lyla tries to act older.

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7:30 pm ET 6:30 pm CT

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Tim Farmer's Country Kitchen (KET)

Christmas Traditions

Tim and Nicki share some of their favorite Christmas traditions including a must have every season, Christmas music. Featuring Tim Farmer and the Dells, Frontier and Parker Hastings. Then sit down with Byron Crawford as he tells a classic Christmas story about believing in Santa Claus. A 2025 production.

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Arthur

Arthur Makes Waves/It Came from Beyond

The community pool is closed for repairs, so Arthur and D.W. accept an invitation to James' pool. Then they discover that his older sister is Molly, leader of the Tough Customers?and an old nemesis of Arthur's. Grandma Thora takes in a stray dog named Killer who lives up to her name by bullying every person and animal in sight. Can Killer let her guard down long enough to make a few friends?

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8:00 pm ET 7:00 pm CT

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Big Family: The Story of Bluegrass Music

Examine the history of bluegrass music, from its origins to its eventual worldwide popularity, and hear from dozens of musicians who explain the ways bluegrass music transcends generational, cultural and geographic boundaries. A 2019 KET Production.

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Call the Midwife Holiday Special

Holiday Special 2025

When senior members of the Nonnatus House staff head to Hong Kong on a mercy mission, the young midwives are left to cope. Sister Julienne finds herself excited about the Order's future.

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Kentucky Life

Sparta Speedway; The Blue Raven Restaurant & Pub; Life Adventure Center; 'Wild Bill' Gordon

Head to Sparta's Kentucky Speedway where fans experience all the fast-paced thrills and excitement of NASCAR racing; in Pikeville, diners at The Blue Raven Restaurant & Pub enjoy Chef Matt Corbin's pub-style Appalachian cuisine; Doug talks with the staff at Life Adventure Center in Versailles about supporting underserved youth; and through the outdoor experiences offered by his High Adventure Wilderness School in Stanton, 'Wild Bill' Gordon brings people back in touch with nature and themselves. A 2016 KET Production.

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Nature Cat

Outdoor Nature Warrior/Hide and Go Screech

Nature Cat tries to figure out a way to complete the Outdoor Nature Warrior Challenge and stay cool during a heat wave. The group plays hide-and-seek with Screechy the screech owl.

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8:30 pm ET 7:30 pm CT

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KET Forums

The Wellness Shift: A KET Forum

Health and wellness experts explore simple, science-backed changes in diet and daily movement that can lead to lasting improvements in overall well-being. Powerful personal stories and innovative community programs highlight real people making small adjustments with big results. Hosted by Christie Dutton. Guests: Angela Dearinger, M.D., executive vice-dean at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine; Jennifer Truman, D.N.P., A.P.R.N., Bariatrics and Weight Management, Norton Healthcare; Fred Williams, M.D., endocrinologist; and Carrie Davidson, Ed.D., health and wellness fitness manager at the University of Kentucky. This program is funded in part by the Kentucky Medical Association. A 2025 KET production.

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Hero Elementary

All Over the Map/Lights Go Down in City Town

The crew uses a map to help them identify a bird's locations and follow it through Citytown. The team investigates how to make the sky darker from the bright city lights to see a meteor shower.

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9:00 pm ET 8:00 pm CT

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Cyberchase

Space Waste Odyssey, Part 2

The CyberSquad must use their problem-solving skills when Hacker causes trouble with trash.

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9:30 pm ET 8:30 pm CT

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Kentucky Life

Paranormal Somerset, The Legend of Octavia Hatcher, Octagon Hall, The Disappearance of Pan

Learn some of the mysterious folklore in Somerset; the tragic story of Octavia Hatcher is a popular urban legend among those in Pikeville; Octagon Hall is a Civil War era home in Franklin and deemed one of the most haunted locations in the south; Louisville's Belvedere was once home to a strange statue titled "Pan" after the Greek mythological figure - it disappeared only to resurface years later. A 2024 KET production.

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Let's Go Luna!

Fast Food/Longbeak the Pirate

Leo competes in a pushcart race in Port Royal, Jamaica. Andy plays pirate for a day.

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10:00 pm ET 9:00 pm CT

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Renfro Valley: Kentucky's Country Music Capital

A look at the history of the renowned music barn through archival footage and interviews. A KET Fund for Independent Production. A 2010 Production.

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Secrets of the Royal Palaces

Royal Scandals

The art scandal of the forged masterpieces in King Charles' Dumfries House; the 1986 Charles and Diana vacation to Marivent Palace in Spain; a failed 2023 assassination attempt on Elizabeth II in Windsor Castle; a 2021 theft of valuable items from Buckingham Palace by a member of staff.

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Rosie's Rules

Garbage Day/Crystal's Sneezy Day

Iggy wants to see the garbage truck, but Rosie doesn't know how to get it to come to their house. Rosie attempts to bring nature inside.

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10:00 pm ET 9:00 pm CT

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Kentucky Edition

December 30, 2025

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10:30 pm ET 9:30 pm CT

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In Performance at the Governor's Mansion

Prestonsburg

Features music from three different perspectives: the Lexington Singers, a community chorus; the River City Drum Corp, a group of young percussionists who perform traditional African rhythms; and the Kentucky Opry, a cast of instrumentalists and singers who take a "down-home" approach to entertainment. A 2000 KET production taped at the Mountain Arts Center in Prestonsburg.

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Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

I Am Edmund Hillary/I Am Celia Cruz

Edmund Hillary explains to Xavier that even the most courageous adventurers ask for help when they need it. Yadina prepares for a special birthday performance with the help of Celia Cruz.

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11:00 pm ET 10:00 pm CT

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BBC News

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Kentucky Edition

December 30, 2025

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Molly of Denali

Mystery in the Night Sky/Lights, Camera, Patak!

Grandpa Nat joins the kids on a night watch to determine what the mysterious light is in the sky. Molly and Tooey help Mr. Patak record a carving demonstration.

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11:30 pm ET 10:30 pm CT

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Kentucky Edition

December 30, 2025

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MotorWeek

2025 Mercedes-AMG E53 Hybrid

The Mercedes-AMG E53 Hybrid; Volkswagen Tiguan; tech tips; a Porsche "Quick Spin."

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Bluegrass and Backroads

Judy Geagley; Franklin Drive-In; Walk the Willow; KY Farm Bureau's IFAL

Teddy Bear maker Judy Geagley, Franklin Drive-In, Walk the Willow chairs, and Kentucky Farm Bureau's IFAL are featured. A 2016 Production.

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Alma's Way

Alma on Ice; Junior's Lost Tooth

Alma must find a way to help Rafia ice skate without making her feel self-conscious. Alma helps Junior find his missing tooth.

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11:58 pm ET 10:58 pm CT

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Star Gazers

Astronomer Reveals What to Look for In 2026

Host Trace Dominguez offers a brief synopsis of what's happening in the night sky.

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12:00 am ET 11:00 pm CT

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Amanpour and Company

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Inside Louisville

Meet Miss Kentucky, Ariana Rodriguez

Meet Miss Kentucky, Ariana Rodriguez. At just 20 years old, Ariana made history at this year's Miss America pageant, becoming the first former foster youth to earn a spot in the top 11 of the national competition. She talks about growing up homeless and in foster care, which prompted her to form the Lucky Ones Foundation, dedicated to lifting up youth in the foster care system and educating the public about the challenges they face. A 2025 KET production.

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Hey Cartooners!

Jule Huffman entertained the tri-state area as Mr. Cartoon for nearly three decades, but his legacy was bigger than his television personality. Those who knew him well recount his life story, starting from his childhood during the Great Depression, through World War II, into the early days of television and beyond the turn of the century. A 2025 production.

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Lyla in the Loop

Oaty Zappers on Ice/The California Loops

The Loops family goes on a scavenger hunt around the supermarket. Lyla tries to act older.

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