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The History of the Aloha Shirt (with Kūhaʻo Zane)

Air Date: Wed, Mar 16, 2022 5:00 AM
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We look at how the aloha shirt came to embody the spirit of the Islands with Kūhaʻo Zane, creative director of Sig Zane Designs, and how the medium of design can transcend economic value to build a respect for our home and cultural perspectives.
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Expedition with Steve Backshall: Unpacked

Air Date: Wed, Mar 16, 2022 10:00 PM
In this episode we unpack the moments that very nearly stopped the Expedition teams in their tracks on adventures that made them question whether they should even be out there, to the points where they knew if they took one step further, there was no turning back.

Combatting Illegal Fireworks

Air Date: Thu, Mar 17, 2022 7:30 PM
The illegal aerial fireworks that dominate Hawaiʻi skies each New Year's Eve have become a constant. In some areas, the booms start around Halloween and last through Chinese New Year. Thousands of complaints are filed every year, but what, if anything, can lawmakers and police do to combat the growing illegal fireworks problem?
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Live from the Empty Palace
Episode 6

Air Date: Wed, Jul 6, 2022 7:30 PM
Join us for another great evening filled with talent from all over Hawaiʻi Island on Live from the Empty Palace.

Reel Wāhine of Hawaiʻi 1

Air Date: Thu, Nov 2, 2023 8:30 PM
Reel Wāhine of Hawaiʻi 1 is an hour-long compilation of six locally produced short films that tells the stories of Hawaiʻi-based women filmmakers, taking them from behind the camera to out in front.

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Nā Mele

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HIKI NŌ

INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAIʻI

INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAIʻI

What School You Went?

What School You Went?

PBS HAWAIʻI PRESENTS

PBS HAWAIʻI PRESENTS

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GET CAUGHT READING

KĀKOU: Hawaiʻi's Town Hall

KĀKOU: Hawaiʻi's Town Hall

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Independent Lens

The Tallest Dwarf/ INDEPENDENT LENS

Air Date: Mon, Apr 6, 2026 9:00 PM

A filmmaker explores dwarfism, identity, and belonging in family and community.

MASTERPIECE The Count of Monte Cristo Episode Three: “The Treasure” Sunday, April 5, 2026 at 10/9c on PBS Edmond, having escaped from the Castle d’If, arrives in Marseille only to learn that Mercedes has gotten married and left the city. While there, he meets Jacopo, an Italian smuggler on the run, and the two escape to Italy. With the use of his new friend’s ship, Edmond sails to Monte Cristo to seek the rumored treasure, transform himself into the Count, and plot his revenge. Shown: Edmond Dantès (Sam Claflin) For editorial use only. Photographer: Paolo Modugno Courtesy of Palomar and MASTERPIECE.

The Count of Monte Cristo on Masterpiece

The Treasure
The Count of Monte Cristo on Masterpiece

Air Date: Sun, Apr 5, 2026 9:00 PM

After escaping prison, Edmond faces devastating news and turns toward revenge.

MASTERPIECE The Forsytes Episode Three Sunday, April 5 at 9/8c on PBS Jo hopes to fulfill newfound obligations while James’s attempts to sabotage him intensify. June seeks solace with Philip. Soames promises Irene a move to Paris and support for her dancing. Shown L-R: Jolyon Jr (Danny Griffin), Frances (Tuppence Middleton), Jolyon Sr (Stephen Moyer) For editorial use only. Photographer: Sean Gleason Courtesy of Mammoth Screen & MASTERPIECE

The Forsytes on Masterpiece

Part 3 of 6
The Forsytes on Masterpiece

Air Date: Sun, Apr 5, 2026 8:00 PM

Jo faces James’s sabotage as Soames promises a Parisian future to Irene.

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Call The Midwife

Season 15, Part 3 of 8
Call the Midwife

Air Date: Sun, Apr 5, 2026 7:00 PM

Rosalind faces a troubling domestic issue as Joyce befriends a single mother with placenta previa.

Music

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Now Here This: Albéniz: Portraits of Spain

Air Date: Sat, Apr 4, 2026 10:00 PM
Discover the inspirations Spain provided composer Isaac Albéniz with host Scott Yoo along with musicians from Albéniz’s birthplace in the Pyrenees mountains as well as Sevilla, Mallorca and more.
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THE CREATION ROSE

THE CREATION ROSE

Air Date: Sat, Apr 4, 2026 9:00 PM

The hour-long documentary THE CREATION ROSE explores the design, construction and cultural impact of Washington National Cathedral’s “third great eye” – the nearly 30-foot diameter stained-glass West Rose window.

RICK STEVES BEST OF PARIS

RICK STEVES BEST OF PARIS

Air Date: Sat, Apr 4, 2026 8:00 PM

Join travel guru Rick Steves as he cruises the Seine, marvels at the stained-glass glory of Sainte-Chapelle, and takes a vibrant tour through Paris.

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