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Sunday, August 16

early

12:00 am ET 11:00 pm CT

KET

Elvis '56

Elvis Presley went from being a somewhat naive rock singer to a world-famous superstar in just one year: 1956. Performance footage and television clips reveal the legendary performer at the very beginning of his career.

KET2

This Land Is Your Land (My Music Presents)

Take a musical journey through the evolution of modern American folk music, from its roots in bluegrass to San Francisco coffee houses to clubs in Greenwich Village. The Smothers Brothers and Judy Collins host.

KETKIDS

Lyla in the Loop

Find Mom's Phone!/Clean Sweep

Lyla has to backtrack her hike at Moon Rock Cove to find her mom's missing phone. The Loops kids divide up the kitchen cleaning chores.

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early

12:00 am ET 11:00 pm CT

KETKY

Comment on Kentucky

August 14, 2026

Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant. Panelists: Keely Doll, Louisville Courier Journal; Mason Brighton, Spectrum News 1; and Alex Acquisto, Lexington Herald-Leader.

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12:30 am ET 11:30 pm CT

KETKY

Kentucky Health

Keeping Older Adults Agile and Mobile

Physical Therapist Elizabeth Murphy, D.P.T., discusses ways we can help preserve our mobility and prolong our ability to live independently. A 2026 KET production.

KETKIDS

Arthur

Lost!/The Short, Quick Summer

Arthur falls asleep on a bus and wakes up in a strange?and scary?part of town. Later, he realizes that summer vacation is almost over and panics over all the adventures he hasn't had yet.

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1:00 am ET 12:00 am CT

KETKY

Becoming bell hooks

Explore the life and legacy of Kentucky-born author bell hooks, who wrote nearly 40 books and whose work at the intersection of race, class and gender serves as a lasting contribution to the feminist movement. The documentary features selections read by Academy Award winner Octavia Spencer and interviews with feminist activist Gloria Steinem, Kentucky writers Crystal Wilkinson and Silas House, bell's younger sister Gwenda Motley and many others.The program is funded in part by the KET Endowment for Kentucky Productions. A 2024 KET production.

KETKIDS

Odd Squad

Zero Effect/Bad Luck Bears

Olive and Otto must stop zeroes from disappearing before the missing zeroes destroy the town. When odd things start happening to the Bears basketball team, Olive and Otto must set things straight before the big game.

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1:30 am ET 12:30 am CT

KET

Red White and Rock (My Music Presents)

Recorded in 2002, the nostalgic concert is a patriotic celebration of America featuring legendary artists from the late 50s and mid-60s, including performances by Frankie Valli, The Drifters, Connie Francis, Frankie Avalon many others.

KET2

Dolly Parton: Here I Am

Explore Dolly Parton's life and musical career, told through interviews with friends, collaborators and the artist herself. The documentary traces her humble beginnings, explores the singers and songwriters who inspired her, and features reflections from some of her most famous fans.

KETKIDS

Wild Kratts

Termites vs. Tongues

When Aviva and Koki accidentally miniaturize themselves and get carried away by termites, Martin and Chris must split up to search for them.

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2:00 am ET 1:00 am CT

KETKY

Kentucky to the World

Empower Today & Change Tomorrow: Louisville's Global Game Changers

This program focuses on Louisville's own Global Game Changers (GGC), a nonprofit that seeks to empower all children to discover their inner superpower through unique educational programs and partnerships. Sam Corbett, president of the Jefferson County Public Education Foundation, moderates a discussion with GGC co-founders Jan Helson, a successful business owner and philanthropist, and her daughter Rachel Annette Helson, an actress, producer, CEO and philanthropist who lives in New York City, as well as Anne and Justin Walker, who returned from successful careers to Louisville to head the organization. Together they are expanding GGC using their equation: MY TALENT + MY HEART = MY SUPERPOWER to change the trajectory of Louisville youth to become change-makers in their community. A 2018 Production.

KETKIDS

Wild Kratts

Snowy Owl Invasion

It's up to the Wild Kratts to solve the mystery of a Snowy Owl invasion all over North America!

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2:30 am ET 1:30 am CT

KETKIDS

Weather Hunters

Properly Prepared

As a hurricane approaches their town, the Hunter family makes sure they and their neighbors are prepared for extreme conditions.

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3:00 am ET 2:00 am CT

KETKY

Louisville: A City at the Falls

Three restored films by Al Shands, produced in the 1970s, chronicle the history and growth of the River City across nine decades, from 1850 to 1940. A 2001 KET production.

KETKIDS

Storm on Sesame Street

After a storm hits Sesame Street, Elmo and Abbey want to find ways to help.

Top

3:30 am ET 2:30 am CT

KET2

60s Pop, Rock & Soul (My Music Presents)

Legends of the 1960s unite in this concert. Among the iconic artists appearing on stage are Davy Jones of The Monkees (in his last television program), Paul Revere & The Raiders, Jefferson Starship, The Miracles, Gary Lewis & The Playboys, The Vogues, The Kingsmen, Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone and other greats.

KETKIDS

Phoebe & Jay

Fire Drill/Fruit Juice Frenzy

Phoebe, Jay and Lupe get to practice their fire safety plan when the Fire Inspector visits. Phoebe and Jay are sent to buy juice from Mr. Aguilar.

Top

4:00 am ET 3:00 am CT

KET

5 Minute Yoga Fix with Peggy Cappy

Peggy Cappy presents short exercise breaks that help strengthen and maintain the four pillars that support the body's structure - strength, flexibility, balance and mobility.

KETKIDS

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

A Storm in the Neighborhood/After The Neighborhood Storm

Daniel and his friends are a little frightened of the storm. After the big storm, Daniel and his friends are comforted to know that everyone is safe.

Top

4:30 am ET 3:30 am CT

KETKY

Senior Moments

Debra K, host of Journey Into Wellbeing, uncovers the secrets to healthy, happy aging. The program includes exclusive content with top wellness experts including 94-year-old Deborah Szekely, known as the "Godmother of Spa", entertainers from Dollywood, and the chef from the world-renowned Mayo Clinic.

KETKIDS

Weather Hunters

Properly Prepared

As a hurricane approaches their town, the Hunter family makes sure they and their neighbors are prepared for extreme conditions.

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5:00 am ET 4:00 am CT

KET

MotorWeek

2026 Audi Q3

Road testing the Audi Q3; a look at the latest Nissan Sentra; EV camping; Quick Spins.

KETKY

Great Conversations

Admiral James Stavridis and Melissa Block

Admiral James Stavridis, a retired 4-star Naval officer and former Supreme Allied Commander of the NATO Alliance, sits down with NPR host Melissa Block to talk about his new book, "Sailing True North: Ten Admirals and the Voyage of Character". The interview was recorded at the University of Louisville Kentucky Author Forum. A 2020 KET Production.

KETKIDS

Cyberchase

Fit to Be Heroes

The CyberSquad and their new friend Scanner embark on a quest to build a new Encryptor Chip for Motherboard and cure her virus. With Hacker in hot pursuit, the kids must run, ski, canoe, and climb their way to the end of the mission.

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5:30 am ET 4:30 am CT

KET

Vegesaurs

The Nest

Ginger needs to devise a rescue plan when a Bokchoydacty mistakes Minty for her baby.

KET2

Rick Steves Heart of Italy

Rick delves deep into the Italian heartland - the place where la dolce vita is a way of life. Starting in Umbria, he connects with rustic, traditional culture. Then he tours Assisi, with its inspirational story of St. Francis and its awe-inspiring basilica. In Siena, Rick enjoys a front-row seat at its wild horse race - the venerable Palio - and marvels at cultural treasures from the city's glory days. He finishes with the ultimate Riviera getaway: the Cinque Terre, where he gets to know each of the "five lands."

KETKIDS

Ready Jet Go!

Just The Right Distance from the Sun/Solar Power Rover

Sean explains that Earth is a "Goldilocks" planet because it's not too hot and not too cold. Jet, Sean, and Sydney visit their Mars Robot Rover friend at the DSA, and discover that the rover seems tired.

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5:45 am ET 4:45 am CT

KET

Mia & Codie

Sounds All Around

Codie becomes a music bot when Mia helps him use a macro block to play a full melody. Codie learns to collect and play sounds using a tram horn. A strange buzzing sound leads Codie and Evu to discover bees linked to Mia's school assignment.

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morning

6:00 am ET 5:00 am CT

KET

Mister Rogers' Neighborhood

Brave and Strong

Mister Rogers goes to the doctor for an immunization shot, and Daniel Tiger's friends help him feel brave enough to take on the cereal snow.

KETKY

Bluegrass and Backroads

A new felting process for wool at Lan Mark Farms; two self-taught Kentucky folk artist whose work is in great demand; a visit to JD Dairy farm; and a look at McCain Farm, one of the finalists of Kentucky Farm Bureau's Young Farm Family Contest. A 2011 Production.

KETKIDS

Clifford the Big Red Dog

Things That Go Bump/Sherlock Bones

Emily Elizabeth and Clifford host their first-ever backyard campout and help each other face their fears when they hear scary noises. Inspired by Emily Elizabeth's Sherlock Holmes book, the gang works together to solve the mystery of the missing community dog water bowl.

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6:30 am ET 5:30 am CT

KET

Arthur

The Wheel Deal/The Buster Report

After an injury, Brain has to spend some time using a wheelchair. But now he can't compete in a basketball tournament for charity! Or, can he? He meets a new friend, Lydia Fox, who just happens to be a wheelchair basketball player and shows him how it's done. The kids are assigned to write a report on someone they admire. To everyone's surprise, most especially Buster's, George picks Buster! Will George focus on Buster's joke telling, the sandwich named after Buster, or Buster's famous food collection?

KETKY

Kentucky Time Capsule

Forgotten People, Forgotten Land

Suburban growth in the 1950s and '60s brought many problems to southwest Jefferson County, where poor zoning, a lack of services, and government neglect created frustration and resentment. A 2003 KET Production.

KETKIDS

Dinosaur Train

Junior Conductor Jamboree/Troodon Train Day

The kids ride the Dinosaur Train from one end of the line to the other, through all three Time Periods. Buddy and Tiny help King Cryolophosaurus overcome his stage fright before a concert.

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7:00 am ET 6:00 am CT

KET

Wild Kratts

Groundhog Wake Up Call

Aviva tries to prove that groundhogs have amazing creature powers, but instead falls into a deep sleep, leaving the Kratt bros to discover all about hibernation.

KETKY

Kentucky Life

Chihuly at Maker's Mark, Cousin Emmy: The Barren County Spitfire, Professional Sports in Kentucky

World-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly opens a new exhibit at Maker's Mark in Loretto; Cynthia May Carver, from Barren County, outgrew her humble beginnings and became a pioneer of country music in the 1940s and 1950s; and a look at professional sports in Kentucky. A 2025 KET production.

KETKIDS

Pinkalicious & Peterrific

The Legend of Pinkfoot/Flossie the Mossling

Daddy tells the story of the legend of Pinkfoot, a pinkerocious creature with seven toes on her giant feet! Pinkalicious and Peter meet a mossling named Flossie who hears musical sounds in her stream.

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7:30 am ET 6:30 am CT

KET

Weather Hunters

Corky's Weird Desert Mystery

The Hunters head to the desert to investigate a weather mystery surrounding massive rocks that seemingly move on their own.

KET2

Aging Backwards 4: The Miracle of Flexibility with Miranda Esmonde-White

Learn how simply incorporating gentle flexibility and range of motion exercises can improve posture and help reverse the signs of aging, improve organ health and increase energy.

KETKY

Kentucky Afield

Striper Fishing, Early Season Deer Bow Hunt, Wade Fishing

We're targeting stripers on the Cumberland River, looking back at an early season deer bow hunt and wade fishing on Floyds Fork. A 2026 production.

KETKIDS

Peg + Cat

The T-Ball Problem/The Bus Problem

Peg's T-Ball Team, the Mighty Nine, have no chance against a team of Aliens all-stars. When the Electric Eleven perform on the farm, the 100 chickens swipe the band's bus and drive it around the world!

Top

8:00 am ET 7:00 am CT

KET

The Day You Begin

On the first day of school, four children from different backgrounds share a classroom and discover what connects them.

KETKY

Inside Louisville

Meet Dr. Jason Smith, CEO of UofL Health

Meet Dr. Jason Smith, CEO of UofL Health, whose candor when it comes to tough topics in the Louisville community has landed him the top job in the city's regional academic health system. A 2026 KET production.

KETKIDS

Sesame Street

Elmo Goes Down the Big Slide

Elmo feels excited and a little scared to go down the big slide for the very first time. Chris helps Elmo by holding his hand as he goes down the slide.

Top

8:30 am ET 7:30 am CT

KET2

Ken Burns: The National Parks

Explore the beauty and grandeur of our nation's magnificent parks, from Acadia to Yosemite, Yellowstone to the Grand Canyon. Filmmakers Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan reveal fascinating behind-the-scenes stories about the making of the series.

KETKY

Comment on Kentucky

August 14, 2026

Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant. Panelists: Keely Doll, Louisville Courier Journal; Mason Brighton, Spectrum News 1; and Alex Acquisto, Lexington Herald-Leader.

KETKIDS

Phoebe & Jay

Flipping Out/Jay's Cut

Phoebe learns what privacy signs are and how to use them to help communicate. Jay gets nervous about getting a haircut.

Top

9:00 am ET 8:00 am CT

KET

Sesame Street

Cookie Monster's Magical Cart

Cookie Monster gets tired from pushing his cart, so Abby uses magic to make the cart move on its own. Grover tries to deliver boxes.

KETKY

Kentucky Health

Keeping Older Adults Agile and Mobile

Physical Therapist Elizabeth Murphy, D.P.T., discusses ways we can help preserve our mobility and prolong our ability to live independently. A 2026 KET production.

KETKIDS

Work It Out Wombats!

Helper for the Day/Race Car Wombats

Zeke's sorting choices prove interesting when he volunteers to be Mr. E's "Helper for the Day." The Wombats are psyched to race in the Treeborhood Derby.

Top

9:30 am ET 8:30 am CT

KET

Work It Out Wombats!

Sticker Monster Storytime/Count to 10!

The Wombats work on a new ending for a favorite story. Zeke learns to count to ten.

KETKY

Becoming bell hooks

Explore the life and legacy of Kentucky-born author bell hooks, who wrote nearly 40 books and whose work at the intersection of race, class and gender serves as a lasting contribution to the feminist movement. The documentary features selections read by Academy Award winner Octavia Spencer and interviews with feminist activist Gloria Steinem, Kentucky writers Crystal Wilkinson and Silas House, bell's younger sister Gwenda Motley and many others.The program is funded in part by the KET Endowment for Kentucky Productions. A 2024 KET production.

KETKIDS

Work It Out Wombats!

Talent Turmoil/Zeke's Collection Selection

The Wombats learn the hard way that you can't keep a talent show in order if all the props are out of order. Feeling left out of the Treeborhood's Collection Bonanza, Zeke goes in search of a collection he can call his own.

Top

10:00 am ET 9:00 am CT

KET

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

Daniel's Morning Routine with Grandpere/Miss Elaina Gets Ready for Bed

Grandpere helps Daniel with his morning routine so he can get to his swim lesson. Miss Elaina's bedtime routine includes a special lullaby.

KET2

All New Rock, Pop and Doo Wop (My Music Presents)

Full-length performances include Johnny Maestro, The Duprees, Jay Back, Little Anthony & The Imperials, Ronnie Spector, Frankie Valli, Jerry Butler and many more artists from the 50s and 60s.

KETKIDS

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

Daniel Asks Before Touching Someone Else/Jodi Asks Before Touching Someone Else

Daniel and Prince Wednesday learn to ask permission before touching someone else at the playground. When Jodi attempts to touch Miss Elaina's hair, she learns that it's important to ask first before touching someone else.

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10:30 am ET 9:30 am CT

KET

Rick Steves Art of Europe: Beauty Through the Ages

Celebrate the beauty of European art from the High Middle Ages to the modern era with a selection of Rick's favorite art bites.

KETKY

Bluegrass and Backroads

A new felting process for wool at Lan Mark Farms; two self-taught Kentucky folk artist whose work is in great demand; a visit to JD Dairy farm; and a look at McCain Farm, one of the finalists of Kentucky Farm Bureau's Young Farm Family Contest. A 2011 Production.

KETKIDS

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

Thank You, Grandpere Tiger!/Neighborhood Thank You Day

Daniel is sad that Grandpere Tiger can't come to the special Thank You Day celebration. Daniel has trouble deciding what to put in his note for the annual neighborhood Thank You Day celebration.

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11:00 am ET 10:00 am CT

KET

Classical Rewind (My Music Presents)

Explore the greatest compositions and composers of all time. The program weaves the stories of their works with visual interpretations of classical music set to iconic images of nature, fantasy, historical locations, architecture and art. Interviews with contemporary performers in classical and popular arenas offer shared musical memories and personal favorites.

KETKY

Kentucky to the World

Empower Today & Change Tomorrow: Louisville's Global Game Changers

This program focuses on Louisville's own Global Game Changers (GGC), a nonprofit that seeks to empower all children to discover their inner superpower through unique educational programs and partnerships. Sam Corbett, president of the Jefferson County Public Education Foundation, moderates a discussion with GGC co-founders Jan Helson, a successful business owner and philanthropist, and her daughter Rachel Annette Helson, an actress, producer, CEO and philanthropist who lives in New York City, as well as Anne and Justin Walker, who returned from successful careers to Louisville to head the organization. Together they are expanding GGC using their equation: MY TALENT + MY HEART = MY SUPERPOWER to change the trajectory of Louisville youth to become change-makers in their community. A 2018 Production.

KETKIDS

Carl the Collector

The Sweater Collection/New Bus Stop

Carl loves the new sweater his Pop Pop knit him, but it feels itchy when he wears it. Carl is nervous about his new school bus stop.

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11:30 am ET 10:30 am CT

KETKIDS

Curious George

Wheels on the Bus/Seed Trouble

Running late for an important meeting at the Glass Palace, George and the Man with the Yellow Hat decide to take the bus rather than walk. But when George and the Man get off at the wrong stop, the bus leaves with the Man's portfolio still inside! George loves eating at Chef Pisghetti's restaurant! When Chef explains that he can't grow enough vegetables to keep his customers fed, George and the Man with the Yellow Hat offer to start their own garden to help the Chef out.

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afternoon

12:00 pm ET 11:00 am CT

KETKY

Louisville: A City at the Falls

Three restored films by Al Shands, produced in the 1970s, chronicle the history and growth of the River City across nine decades, from 1850 to 1940. A 2001 KET production.

KETKIDS

Donkey Hodie

Good Dog School/Panda Hodie

Bob Dog is nervous about his Good Dog School graduation. Donkey helps Panda find his lost Super Porcupine puppet.

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afternoon

12:00 pm ET 11:00 am CT

KET2

Rick Steves Art of Europe: Michelangelo to Monet

Celebrate Europe's art and creative geniuses, from Leonardo to Van Gogh. Rick traces Florence's bold "rebirth" after Europe's medieval struggles; marvels at the churches, palaces, fountains and canvases of the Baroque period; and examines the pioneering Impressionist works that captured the joie de vivre of the late 1800s.

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12:30 pm ET 11:30 am CT

KET

Magic Moments: The Best of 50s Pop (My Music Presents)

Take a nostalgic trip back to the 1950s pop music days with classic moments from favorite performers.

KETKIDS

Milo

Milo the Firefighter

Milo, Lofty and Lark learn how to keep calm and communicate so they can be good firefighters.

Top

1:00 pm ET 12:00 pm CT

KETKIDS

Elinor Wonders Why

Bubble House; The Syrup Tree

A spittle bug inspires Elinor and her friends to build a bubble house. Elinor and her friends help Farmer Bear make maple syrup.

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1:30 pm ET 12:30 pm CT

KETKY

Senior Moments

Debra K, host of Journey Into Wellbeing, uncovers the secrets to healthy, happy aging. The program includes exclusive content with top wellness experts including 94-year-old Deborah Szekely, known as the "Godmother of Spa", entertainers from Dollywood, and the chef from the world-renowned Mayo Clinic.

KETKIDS

Rosie's Rules

An Anniversary Tradition/Chiles en Nogada Day

Rosie, Crystal and Iggy try to recreate Mom and Pap's beach anniversary tradition at home. Rosie plays detective to try to find the recipe for Papa's Chiles en Nogada.

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2:00 pm ET 1:00 pm CT

KET2

Americas Home Cooking: Easy Recipes for Thrifty Cooking

Host Chris Fennimore welcomes guest cooks who present recipes that are easy on the cook and the pocketbook. Cooking segments include chicken, legumes, crockpot recipes, soups, meat and classic casseroles.

KETKY

Becoming bell hooks

Explore the life and legacy of Kentucky-born author bell hooks, who wrote nearly 40 books and whose work at the intersection of race, class and gender serves as a lasting contribution to the feminist movement. The documentary features selections read by Academy Award winner Octavia Spencer and interviews with feminist activist Gloria Steinem, Kentucky writers Crystal Wilkinson and Silas House, bell's younger sister Gwenda Motley and many others.The program is funded in part by the KET Endowment for Kentucky Productions. A 2024 KET production.

KETKIDS

Super Why!

Pinocchio

Whyatt learns the importance of telling the truth and meets a boy whose nose grows when he fibs.

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2:30 pm ET 1:30 pm CT

KETKIDS

Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

I Am Louis Pasteur/I Am Rachel Carson

Louis Pasteur helps Xavier with his volcano experiment project. Rachel Carson helps Brad figure out a way to help butterflies migrate.

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3:00 pm ET 2:00 pm CT

KET

The Carpenters: Close to You (My Music Presents)

This music-filled documentary traces the Carpenters' career through the eyes of Richard Carpenter and the group's friends in the music business. Songs featured include "(They Long to Be) Close to You," "Top of the World," "For All We Know," "Superstar," "Yesterday Once More," "Rainy Days and Mondays," and "We've Only Just Begun."

KETKY

Kentucky Time Capsule

Forgotten People, Forgotten Land

Suburban growth in the 1950s and '60s brought many problems to southwest Jefferson County, where poor zoning, a lack of services, and government neglect created frustration and resentment. A 2003 KET Production.

KETKIDS

Molly of Denali

A Fin Romance/Follow That Hat

Molly finds a lost baby beluga and tries to reunite it with its mother. Molly and Grandpa Nat try to retrieve Molly's fishing hat after it floats away.

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3:30 pm ET 2:30 pm CT

KETKY

Tim Farmer's Country Kitchen

Roasted Chicken, Flavored Butter, Avocado Lettuce Wraps & Make Sourdough Starter

Tim and Nicki visit the Franklin County Farmer's Market to pick out ingredients for dinner. It's a traditional roast chicken with carrots and potatoes on the menu. Learn how to make sourdough starter for the perfect bread. Top it with homemade flavored butter (3 different kinds!) Got leftover chicken? Make avocado lettuce wraps for the perfect lunch or dinner.

KETKIDS

Alma's Way

Alma's Song

Alma and Eddie want to win the Song of Summer Contest, but what should their song be about?

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4:00 pm ET 3:00 pm CT

KET2

Great Performances

Josh Groban: An Evening at Union Chapel

Filmed in November 2025, this unforgettable concert film captures a performance by Josh Groban at London's historic Union Chapel. Groban is at the top of his craft as he unveils new songs and unique interpretations of all-time favorites in an intimate setting.

KETKY

Great Conversations

Admiral James Stavridis and Melissa Block

Admiral James Stavridis, a retired 4-star Naval officer and former Supreme Allied Commander of the NATO Alliance, sits down with NPR host Melissa Block to talk about his new book, "Sailing True North: Ten Admirals and the Voyage of Character". The interview was recorded at the University of Louisville Kentucky Author Forum. A 2020 KET Production.

KETKIDS

Lyla in the Loop

Carnival for Luke/Rap Report

Lyla and her sisters make carnival games. Louisa creates a presentation on Mae Jemison.

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4:30 pm ET 3:30 pm CT

KET

Rock Classics

A star-studded celebration of rock, blues and Americana, bringing together some of music's biggest artists for unforgettable renditions of classic hits by legends including John Lennon, Gregg Allman, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Emmylou Harris, Dr. John, Charlie Daniels and Mavis Staples.

KETKIDS

Arthur

Swept Away/Germophobia

Arthur, D.W., and Buster discover the simple joys of building sandcastles. Buster's friends have had enough of his sloppy habits, so they band together to educate him on the realities of bacteria.

Top

5:00 pm ET 4:00 pm CT

KETKY

Comment on Kentucky

August 14, 2026

Journalists from around the state discuss the news of the week with host Bill Bryant. Panelists: Keely Doll, Louisville Courier Journal; Mason Brighton, Spectrum News 1; and Alex Acquisto, Lexington Herald-Leader.

KETKIDS

Odd Squad

The Void/Into the Odd Woods

Omar finds himself stuck in a mysterious void. Omar catches a case of Clown-i-tosis.

Top

5:30 pm ET 4:30 pm CT

KETKY

Kentucky Health

Endometriosis: Treatable When Recognized

Shivani Parikh, M.D., and Hillary Simon, D.O., discuss endometriosis, a debilitating but treatable condition when properly diagnosed. A 2026 KET production.

KETKIDS

Wild Kratts

Speaking Dolphinese

The Wild Kratts are on a mission to decode the secret language of one of the smartest creatures on Earth - Dolphins!

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now

6:00 pm ET 5:00 pm CT

KET

Dolly Parton: Here I Am

Explore Dolly Parton's life and musical career, told through interviews with friends, collaborators and the artist herself. The documentary traces her humble beginnings, explores the singers and songwriters who inspired her, and features reflections from some of her most famous fans.

KET2

Red White and Rock (My Music Presents)

Recorded in 2002, the nostalgic concert is a patriotic celebration of America featuring legendary artists from the late 50s and mid-60s, including performances by Frankie Valli, The Drifters, Connie Francis, Frankie Avalon many others.

KETKY

Becoming bell hooks

Explore the life and legacy of Kentucky-born author bell hooks, who wrote nearly 40 books and whose work at the intersection of race, class and gender serves as a lasting contribution to the feminist movement. The documentary features selections read by Academy Award winner Octavia Spencer and interviews with feminist activist Gloria Steinem, Kentucky writers Crystal Wilkinson and Silas House, bell's younger sister Gwenda Motley and many others.The program is funded in part by the KET Endowment for Kentucky Productions. A 2024 KET production.

KETKIDS

Wild Kratts

Neck and Neck

A mischievous giraffe secretly takes Creature Power Suit parts and supplies from the Tortuga.

Top

6:30 pm ET 5:30 pm CT

KETKIDS

Weather Hunters

The Vansformer

Lily and her family discover a surprise in the garage and embark on their first weather hunting expedition.

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evening

7:00 pm ET 6:00 pm CT

KETKY

Kentucky to the World

Empower Today & Change Tomorrow: Louisville's Global Game Changers

This program focuses on Louisville's own Global Game Changers (GGC), a nonprofit that seeks to empower all children to discover their inner superpower through unique educational programs and partnerships. Sam Corbett, president of the Jefferson County Public Education Foundation, moderates a discussion with GGC co-founders Jan Helson, a successful business owner and philanthropist, and her daughter Rachel Annette Helson, an actress, producer, CEO and philanthropist who lives in New York City, as well as Anne and Justin Walker, who returned from successful careers to Louisville to head the organization. Together they are expanding GGC using their equation: MY TALENT + MY HEART = MY SUPERPOWER to change the trajectory of Louisville youth to become change-makers in their community. A 2018 Production.

KETKIDS

Storm on Sesame Street

After a storm hits Sesame Street, Elmo and Abbey want to find ways to help.

Top

7:30 pm ET 6:30 pm CT

KETKIDS

Phoebe & Jay

Fire Drill/Fruit Juice Frenzy

Phoebe, Jay and Lupe get to practice their fire safety plan when the Fire Inspector visits. Phoebe and Jay are sent to buy juice from Mr. Aguilar.

Top

8:00 pm ET 7:00 pm CT

KET

60s Pop, Rock & Soul (My Music Presents)

Legends of the 1960s unite in this concert. Among the iconic artists appearing on stage are Davy Jones of The Monkees (in his last television program), Paul Revere & The Raiders, Jefferson Starship, The Miracles, Gary Lewis & The Playboys, The Vogues, The Kingsmen, Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone and other greats.

KETKY

Louisville: A City at the Falls

Three restored films by Al Shands, produced in the 1970s, chronicle the history and growth of the River City across nine decades, from 1850 to 1940. A 2001 KET production.

KETKIDS

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

A Storm in the Neighborhood/After The Neighborhood Storm

Daniel and his friends are a little frightened of the storm. After the big storm, Daniel and his friends are comforted to know that everyone is safe.

Top

8:30 pm ET 7:30 pm CT

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Elvis '56

Elvis Presley went from being a somewhat naive rock singer to a world-famous superstar in just one year: 1956. Performance footage and television clips reveal the legendary performer at the very beginning of his career.

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Weather Hunters

Properly Prepared

As a hurricane approaches their town, the Hunter family makes sure they and their neighbors are prepared for extreme conditions.

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9:00 pm ET 8:00 pm CT

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Cyberchase

Be There or Be Cyber Square

As Hacker eyes the Cyber Square trophy, the CyberSquad helps Stellandia's beetles set up a court with fractions to defeat him. Back home, Inez uses fractions to keep peace with little brother, Len.

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9:30 pm ET 8:30 pm CT

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Senior Moments

Debra K, host of Journey Into Wellbeing, uncovers the secrets to healthy, happy aging. The program includes exclusive content with top wellness experts including 94-year-old Deborah Szekely, known as the "Godmother of Spa", entertainers from Dollywood, and the chef from the world-renowned Mayo Clinic.

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Ready Jet Go!

Mars Rock for Mom/Sean Has a Cold

Jet wants to do something special for Celery for Mother's Day. The kids are all trying out their new kites except Sean, who's stuck in his room with a cold.

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10:00 pm ET 9:00 pm CT

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Masterpiece

Downton Abbey Season 3 - Part Three

Two social revolutions arrive at Downton Abbey: the Irish civil war and the fight for women's suffrage. A mysterious conspiracy keeps Anna and Bates apart.

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The Carpenters: Close to You (My Music Presents)

This music-filled documentary traces the Carpenters' career through the eyes of Richard Carpenter and the group's friends in the music business. Songs featured include "(They Long to Be) Close to You," "Top of the World," "For All We Know," "Superstar," "Yesterday Once More," "Rainy Days and Mondays," and "We've Only Just Begun."

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Great Conversations

Admiral James Stavridis and Melissa Block

Admiral James Stavridis, a retired 4-star Naval officer and former Supreme Allied Commander of the NATO Alliance, sits down with NPR host Melissa Block to talk about his new book, "Sailing True North: Ten Admirals and the Voyage of Character". The interview was recorded at the University of Louisville Kentucky Author Forum. A 2020 KET Production.

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Super Why!

Pinocchio

Whyatt learns the importance of telling the truth and meets a boy whose nose grows when he fibs.

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10:30 pm ET 9:30 pm CT

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Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

I Am Louis Pasteur/I Am Rachel Carson

Louis Pasteur helps Xavier with his volcano experiment project. Rachel Carson helps Brad figure out a way to help butterflies migrate.

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11:00 pm ET 10:00 pm CT

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Bluegrass and Backroads

A new felting process for wool at Lan Mark Farms; two self-taught Kentucky folk artist whose work is in great demand; a visit to JD Dairy farm; and a look at McCain Farm, one of the finalists of Kentucky Farm Bureau's Young Farm Family Contest. A 2011 Production.

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Molly of Denali

A Fin Romance/Follow That Hat

Molly finds a lost baby beluga and tries to reunite it with its mother. Molly and Grandpa Nat try to retrieve Molly's fishing hat after it floats away.

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11:30 pm ET 10:30 pm CT

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Rick Steves Why We Travel

Rick Steves celebrates the value of exploring our world and features footage from Guatemala, Ethiopia, Palestine and Iran.

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Epic Train Journeys from Above

The Glacier Express

Explore a feat of engineering as the Glacier Express takes you through the Swiss Alps.

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Kentucky Time Capsule

Forgotten People, Forgotten Land

Suburban growth in the 1950s and '60s brought many problems to southwest Jefferson County, where poor zoning, a lack of services, and government neglect created frustration and resentment. A 2003 KET Production.

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Alma's Way

Alma's Song

Alma and Eddie want to win the Song of Summer Contest, but what should their song be about?

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12:00 am ET 11:00 pm CT

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Craft in America

Memory

The intimate stories of some of the country's most prominent craft artisans are set against the larger historical context of craft itself.

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Conversations with Champions

Lloyd "Pinky" Gardner

Billy speaks with Lloyd "Pinky" Gardner, who has been associated with several championship basketball teams at Western Kentucky University and Fairdale High School. He is best known as the trainer for the great Kentucky Colonels of ABA. A 2017 KET Production.

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Lyla in the Loop

Carnival for Luke/Rap Report

Lyla and her sisters make carnival games. Louisa creates a presentation on Mae Jemison.

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