KCET-DT TV Guide & TV Listings

united states

12:00 AM

BBC World News America

The hosts shed light on political, economic and social issues in the United States and other notable events across the globe.

1h
12:30 AM

France 24

Live feed from leading 24/7 international news and current affairs channel based in Paris, providing key information to understand ever-more complex global events through in-depth analysis and an international lens.

1h
1:01 AM

BBC News

Twenty-four hours a day, the latest national and international stories as they break.

1h
1:30 AM

Rick Steves' Europe

Aerial view of Cappadocia; underground city; circumcision party; exploring troglodyte ghost towns; shopping for sheep; the modern capital of Ankara.

1h
2:00 AM

California's Gold

Columbian mammoths at the George C. Page Museum in Los Angeles and the Sonoma Coast State Beach.

1h
2:30 AM

California's Gold

Mary Kageyama Nomura sang at the Manzanar War Relocation Center during World War II.

1h
3:00 AM

Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

The struggle for freedom by the ancestors of Maya Rudolph, Shonda Rhimes and Keenen Ivory Wayans.

1h
4:00 AM

To Be Announced

Programming to be announced.

1h
5:00 AM

Leguizamo Does America

John visits Denver, the "Mile High City," to discover how the Latino community is working to reclaim its heritage and teach the new generations all about the importance of their culture.

1h
6:00 AM

Amanpour and Company

Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.

1h
7:00 AM

Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

The struggle for freedom by the ancestors of Maya Rudolph, Shonda Rhimes and Keenen Ivory Wayans.

1h
8:00 AM

Classic Arts Showcase

Promotes fine arts.

1h
12:00 PM

Story in the Public Square

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Caitlin Dickerson.

1h
12:30 PM

Energy Switch

The global importance of the Middle East's oil and its moves to diversify into other energies; Dr. Carol Nakhle, CEO of Crystal Energy; Dr. Jim Krane of Rick University's Baker Institute.

1h
1:00 PM

Newsroom Tokyo

We introduce the renewed NEWSROOM TOKYO featuring its team of new anchors and highlighting its appeal through a special Expo-focused episode.

1h
1:30 PM

NHK Newsline

This daily news program, produced by Japanese public broadcaster NHK, focuses on headlines and current events in Japan and other Asian countries. English-speaking presenters also cover other areas of interest, including business news, science and technology trends, sports highlights, and global weather forecasts.

1h
2:00 PM

Democracy Now!

An independent news program features international journalists, grassroots leaders, independent analysts, as well as ordinary people directly affected by world events and U.S. policy.

1h
3:00 PM

Amanpour and Company

Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.

1h
4:00 PM

Rick Steves' Europe

April Fair in Seville, Spain; Bastille Day in Paris; running with the bulls in Pamplona, Spain; Munich's Oktoberfest; a traditional family Christmas; Nuremberg, Germany's holiday market; sledding by torchlight in Switzerland.

1h
4:30 PM

This Old House

Tommy repairs 130-year-old pocket doors; a new type of solar goes in; Jenn works with landscaper Fred to build a boulder wall; Richard gives a lesson on the modern furnace; father Mark and son Erik Ferrante on the art of mosaic tile installation.

1h
5:00 PM

Baking With Julia

Michel Richard makes puff pastry, apricot pastries and torte Milanese.

1h
5:30 PM

Christopher Kimball's Milk Street Television

Cretan salad, a cross between classic Greek salad and Italian panzanella; Turkish chickpea salad; garlicky lentil and parsley salad with feta.

1h
6:00 PM

Cook's Country

Seafood fra diavolo; when to splurge at the grocery store; roasted garlic-Parmesan bread; salmon piccata.

1h
6:30 PM

America's Test Kitchen

Stir-fried beef and gai lan; bamboo steamers; congee.

1h
7:00 PM

Big Cats 24/7

Competition for food becomes fierce as lion numbers rise; a lioness risks her life to feed her five cubs; Xudum's newborn leopard cubs face a threat.

1h
8:00 PM

NOVA

An exclusive journey into a cave that houses well-preserved Stone Age art of lions and mammoths, and how scientists are unlocking the secrets of these masterpieces of early human creativity.

1h
9:00 PM

Ages of Ice

Scientists explore glaciers, oceans and frozen frontiers to discover hidden worlds and clues to life beyond Earth.

1h
10:00 PM

PBS News Hour

Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.

1h
11:00 PM

NHK Newsline

This daily news program, produced by Japanese public broadcaster NHK, focuses on headlines and current events in Japan and other Asian countries. English-speaking presenters also cover other areas of interest, including business news, science and technology trends, sports highlights, and global weather forecasts.

1h
11:30 PM

DW News

Presenting a round-up of the most recent news and developments from across the world.

1h
12:00 AM

BBC News

News. Reporting on the day's international news from London and from BBC correspondents around the world.

1h
12:30 AM

France 24

Live feed from leading 24/7 international news and current affairs channel based in Paris, providing key information to understand ever-more complex global events through in-depth analysis and an international lens.

1h
1:01 AM

BBC News

Twenty-four hours a day, the latest national and international stories as they break.

1h
1:30 AM

Rick Steves' Europe

Touring four castles -- Chenonceau, Chambord, Cheverny and Villandry; feeding hunting dogs; local cuisine; a princely garden.

1h
2:00 AM

California's Gold

A trip to Eureka with members of the Yurok tribe.

1h
2:30 AM

California's Gold

The Wild Horse Sanctuary in Shingletown.

1h
3:00 AM

Foyle's War

Chief Superintendent Foyle discovers an international cover-up which could threaten the British government.

1h
4:33 AM

Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries

A brutal slaughter leaves Phryne outraged.

1h
5:32 AM

Velvet

Alberto fails to give Ana a special birthday present; Ana and Raúl combine their talents; Mateo screens secretarial candidates; Pedro and Rita's special guest arrives.

1h
7:00 AM

Amanpour and Company

Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.

1h
8:00 AM

Foyle's War

Chief Superintendent Foyle discovers an international cover-up which could threaten the British government.

1h
9:35 AM

Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries

A brutal slaughter leaves Phryne outraged.

1h
10:35 AM

Classic Arts Showcase

Promotes fine arts.

1h
12:00 PM

Medical Stories

Personal stories from people dealing with medical issues and their extraordinary measures of courage and triumph.

1h
12:30 PM

Medical Frontiers

Prevention to cure, the groundbreaking world of Japanese medical technology and healthcare, from food and exercise to the new treatments.

1h
1:00 PM

Newsroom Tokyo

We introduce the renewed NEWSROOM TOKYO featuring its team of new anchors and highlighting its appeal through a special Expo-focused episode.

1h
1:30 PM

NHK Newsline

This daily news program, produced by Japanese public broadcaster NHK, focuses on headlines and current events in Japan and other Asian countries. English-speaking presenters also cover other areas of interest, including business news, science and technology trends, sports highlights, and global weather forecasts.

1h
2:00 PM

Democracy Now!

An independent news program features international journalists, grassroots leaders, independent analysts, as well as ordinary people directly affected by world events and U.S. policy.

1h
3:00 PM

Amanpour and Company

Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.

1h
4:00 PM

Rick Steves' Europe

Rick Steves' guidebooks, public-radio program and numerous television series have made him an essential resource for travelers wishing to explore Europe. This program finds the knowledgeable host offering globetrotters a fresh perspective on lodgings, transportation and places to visit on their journeys. One thing that hasn't changed, however, is Steves' belief that travelers should become "tempor

1h
4:30 PM

Passion Italy

Alessandra Poli hosts a travelogue series that presents Italy through the passions of its people.

1h
5:00 PM

My Greek Table With Diane Kochilas

Greek chef Diane Kochilas travels throughout Greece, showcasing the foods the country is known for as well as its traditions.

1h
5:30 PM

The Life of Loi: Mediterranean Secrets

Chef Maria Loi shares years of knowledge baked into Mediterranean cuisine as she island hops across Greece.

1h
6:00 PM

Lucky Chow

Host Danielle Chang explores Asian cuisine's impact on American food culture in this series produced by the Center for Asian American Media. Traveling across the United States and Asia, Chang meets a new generation of chefs and entrepreneurs dedicated to keeping Asian traditions alive. Segments include the ramen culture in New York and Tokyo; chef Sang Yoon breaks down the basics of Korean cooking

1h
6:30 PM

To Dine For With Kate Sullivan

Journalist Kate Sullivan accompanies guests to their favorite restaurants.

1h
7:00 PM

NOVA

This long-running, award-winning documentary series focuses on science, its many applications, speculation, history and researchers. Inspired by the BBC documentary program "Horizons, " the U.S. series frequently features interviews with scientists directly involved in the topic at hand, and sometimes even boasts footage of a particular discovery.

1h
8:00 PM

Secrets of the Dead

Experts use modern forensic techniques to shed new light on historical mysteries such as the sinking of the Andrea Doria and the riddle of whether a weather or geological event of some kind might have triggered the Dark Ages.

1h
9:00 PM

Movie

Movie to be announced.

1h
10:00 PM

PBS News Hour

Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.

1h
11:00 PM

NHK Newsline

This daily news program, produced by Japanese public broadcaster NHK, focuses on headlines and current events in Japan and other Asian countries. English-speaking presenters also cover other areas of interest, including business news, science and technology trends, sports highlights, and global weather forecasts.

1h
11:30 PM

DW News

Presenting a round-up of the most recent news and developments from across the world.

1h
12:00 AM

BBC News America

Live news program produced out of BBC's Washington, D.C. bureau; host Sumi Somaskanda.

1h

KCET-DT is a primary public television broadcast channel serving Southern California, recognized for delivering educational, cultural, and community-focused public broadcasting. Using this KCET-DT tv guide, viewers can navigate daily program lineups, check broadcast times, and discover upcoming public television shows, documentaries, regional news, and artistic performances across the channel's daily broadcast schedule.

About KCET-DT Public Television

KCET-DT operates as a major non-commercial public educational television station licensed to Los Angeles, California. Historically one of the largest independent public media outlets in the United States, it functions under the umbrella of the Public Media Group of Southern California (formed by the merger of KCETLink and PBS SoCal). KCET-DT provides non-commercial programming, arts coverage, localized historical storytelling, and educational children's series across the greater Southern California broadcast market.

KCET-DT TV Guide: Schedules and Broadcast Times

The KCET-DT tv guide provides viewers with structured schedule information to help track daily broadcasts. Public television schedules are organized chronologically, allowing audiences to view programs scheduled for morning, afternoon, prime-time, and late-night viewing blocks.

Whether you are looking for today's programming or checking scheduled shows for tonight, review these core program categories commonly featured on the channel:

  • Daytime Educational & Children's Programs: Morning schedules typically feature instructional, child-friendly, and foundational educational series.
  • Afternoon Documentaries & Culture: Mid-day listings highlight nature studies, global history, science, and public affairs.
  • Prime-Time Public Television: Evening schedules often feature flagship documentaries, investigative journalism, arts performance specials, and regional public media series.
  • Late-Night & Encores: Re-broadcasts of popular prime-time shows, independent cinema, and late-night public affairs panel discussions.

Programming times can vary by date, region, and provider. Check the latest listings for the most current schedule.

Using KCET-DT TV Listings for Daily Viewing

Navigating KCET-DT tv listings allows audiences to effectively plan their daily television viewing. Comprehensive listings display broadcast times alongside detailed episode titles and descriptions, making it easy to discover when specific programs, documentaries, or special presentations are set to air.

When reviewing channel listings, pay attention to episode labels, premiere tags, and repeat airings. Public broadcasting channels frequently air encore presentations of popular series at alternate time slots during the week to accommodate different viewer schedules.

KCET-DT Programming and Popular Show Categories

KCET-DT offers a broad spectrum of non-commercial television content tailored to diverse audiences in Southern California and beyond. Program categories generally include:

  • Regional Culture & History: Original and localized programming exploring Southern California's history, architecture, environmental landscape, and diverse communities.
  • Public Affairs & News Analysis: In-depth investigative journalism, local news analysis, and panel discussions covering civic and global issues.
  • Arts & Performance: Broadcasts featuring classical music concerts, theatrical performances, dance recitals, and visual arts showcases.
  • Science & Nature: Educational documentaries detailing environmental science, wildlife conservation, technology, and space exploration.
  • Independent Cinema: Showcases of independent films, short subjects, and international documentaries.

How to Use the KCET-DT Schedule

Follow these steps to efficiently find program details and broadcast times on the television schedule:

  1. Select your target viewing date (today, tonight, or an upcoming date).
  2. Scroll through the chronological time blocks to view scheduled programming.
  3. Verify the program title, episode details, and broadcast length.
  4. Check your local time zone and signal provider to ensure accuracy.
  5. Note any planned repeat broadcasts if you miss a primary prime-time showing.

KCET-DT Viewing and Reception Information

KCET-DT is available to viewers across its designated market area through multiple distribution channels:

  • Over-the-Air (OTA) Digital Broadcast: Available via standard digital television antennas tuned to the channel's local digital broadcast frequency in Southern California.
  • Cable Television Providers: Carried on regional cable systems throughout the Los Angeles metropolitan area and surrounding counties.
  • Direct-to-Home Satellite Services: Available on major satellite television platforms serving the regional television market.
  • Digital Platforms: Select programming and live streams may also be accessible through public television streaming platforms and official station apps.

Regional Listings and Time Zone Considerations

KCET-DT operates in the Pacific Time Zone (PT). Viewers receiving the channel outside the immediate Los Angeles broadcast region or via satellite and digital feeds should account for potential time-zone offsets. Additionally, cable and satellite channel numbers vary depending on your provider and municipality. Always consult your local provider's electronic program guide (EPG) alongside online schedule listings to confirm accurate channel assignments.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the KCET-DT TV Guide?

The KCET-DT TV Guide is a schedule resource that provides broadcast times, program details, and show descriptions for KCET-DT programming.

What channel is KCET-DT?

KCET-DT broadcasts over-the-air digitally in Southern California, while its specific channel location on cable and satellite platforms depends on your local service provider.

Where can I find the KCET-DT TV schedule for tonight?

You can find tonight's schedule by checking the evening time slots in the KCET-DT TV listings on this page or through your TV provider's program guide.

What types of programs air on KCET-DT?

KCET-DT broadcasts educational programming, regional history and culture series, public affairs journalism, arts performances, science documentaries, and independent films.

Do KCET-DT program times change?

Yes, television broadcast schedules can be updated due to special broadcasts, breaking news events, or seasonal schedule changes. Viewers should check current listings for updates.