WMEA-DT TV Guide and Broadcast Schedule

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12:00 AM

Big Cats 24/7

The team witnesses a baby boom in the Delta; lioness Matho protects her cubs while the leopard Xudum reveals her newborns as danger looms nearby.

1h
1:00 AM

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
2:00 AM

Ages of Ice

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

1h
3:00 AM

PBS News Hour

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

1h
4:00 AM

Amanpour and Company

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

1h
5:00 AM

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
6:00 AM

Ages of Ice

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

1h
7:00 AM

Changing Planet

A visit to the Maldives focuses on coral reefs and the urgent efforts to help them survive climate change.

1h
8:00 AM

Weekend in Havana

Geoffrey Baer meets dancers, musicians, architects and writers in Havana and experiences the color, culture and history of the city.

1h
9:00 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
10:00 AM

BBC News

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

1h
10:30 AM

Classical Stretch: By Essentrics

An all-standing beginner workout liberates every layer of connective tissue allowing for free and easy movement without pain.

1h
11:00 AM

Wild Kratts

Martin and Chris try to rescue a foal who is separated from his mother by a rogue wave.

1h
11:30 AM

Weather Hunters

The Hunters investigate a mysterious rain that happens with no clouds in the Indonesian rainforest.

1h
12:00 PM

Lyla in the Loop

Luke, Lyla and Everett test vacuums; Lyla makes cookies using substituted ingredients.

1h
12:30 PM

Carl the Collector

Carl and Sheldon are on a thank-you mission; Carl shows his friends the right way to play with pet rocks.

1h
1:00 PM

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

King Friday makes Daniel king for the day, and he learns that the most important part of the job is to be kind to his neighbors.

1h
1:30 PM

Phoebe & Jay

Phoebe and Jay learn how to sort items; Phoebe and Jay learn how to make food labels, so everyone can participate in the potluck.

1h
2:00 PM

Sesame Street

Grover tries to cheer up Elmo, who is feeling sad after his dad leaves for a work trip.

1h
2:30 PM

Work It Out Wombats!

The Wombats use a 3D printer to save Cake Day when Mr. E's cake table collapses; the Wombats create a pretend vacation to cheer up Buckley.

1h
3:00 PM

Donkey Hodie

Duck enjoys "me time" at the beach; the pals like different things at Donkey's sleepover.

1h
3:30 PM

Rosie's Rules

When Rosie and Javi find out Tia's bringing home a dragon, they anxiously prepare for its arrival; Rosie finds a lucky charm in her backyard, but soon her luck starts to change.

1h
4:00 PM

Elinor Wonders Why

After a disagreement, Olive and Ari learn about how nature works, which helps them resolve their issue; the kids learn about meadows.

1h
4:30 PM

Alma's Way

Alma tells all her friends that Howard is moving; Alma wonders if she should buy new materials for her recycled art project.

1h
5:00 PM

Molly of Denali

Molly finds a newt in her boot while exploring Wizard Island; Molly tries to return a rock to its rightful place.

1h
5:30 PM

Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

Alvin Ailey shows Yadina that music and dance can help bring people together; Xavier learns that his imagination can keep him company when he feels lonely.

1h
6:00 PM

Antiques Roadshow

A Louis Comfort Tiffany necklace; Louis Armstrong archive circa 1950; Joseph Stella oil and original frame.

1h
7:00 PM

Amanpour and Company

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

1h
8:00 PM

DW News

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

1h
8:30 PM

The Day

A daily news summary from Europe with anchor Brent Goff.

1h
9:00 PM

BBC News: The Context USA

Coverage from Washington, D.C. and London, with a regular panel of guests from across the political spectrum discussing the biggest stories of the day.

1h
9:30 PM

BBC World News America

A detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington, D.C.

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

PBS News Hour

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

1h
12:00 AM

High School Quiz Show Maine

1h
12:30 AM

High School Quiz Show Maine

1h
1:00 AM

Freedom & Unity: The Vermont Movie

Exploring labor wars, the Eugenics movement, the McCarthy era and progressive Republicanism.

1h
2:30 AM

Greenlight Maine

Greenlight Maine highlights the unique, creative, and inspirational activity being generated by small businesses that is helping to grow Maine's economy.

1h
3:00 AM

PBS News Hour

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

1h
4:00 AM

Amanpour and Company

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

1h
5:00 AM

Freedom & Unity: The Vermont Movie

Exploring labor wars, the Eugenics movement, the McCarthy era and progressive Republicanism.

1h
6:30 AM

Eons: Life and Death on Pangea

The Permian Period ends with the biggest mass extinction of all time; more than 80% of species vanish, altering the course of evolution that is still felt 252 million years later.

1h
7:00 AM

Ages of Ice

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

1h
8:00 AM

Big Cats 24/7

The team witnesses a baby boom in the Delta; lioness Matho protects her cubs while the leopard Xudum reveals her newborns as danger looms nearby.

1h
9:00 AM

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
10:00 AM

BBC News

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

1h
10:30 AM

Yoga in Practice

A fluid sequence incorporating the Moon Salutation offers a chance to slow down and connect to some inner quiet.

1h
11:00 AM

Wild Kratts

Chris and Martin discover the abilities of the blue heron.

1h
11:30 AM

Weather Hunters

It's an exciting day for Lily and her family when they move into their new house.

1h
12:00 PM

Lyla in the Loop

Lyla and Everett play basketball against their moms; Lyla and Luke restore their old toy car to make it special for Stu.

1h
12:30 PM

Carl the Collector

Carl can't wait for the ice cream festival; Carl is upset that he has to wear a cast on his broken wrist.

1h
1:00 PM

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

On the way to the post office, Dad tells Daniel he can't play at the park, and that makes Daniel mad; when Miss Elaina spills red paint on Daniel's project, he gets mad at his friend.

1h
1:30 PM

Phoebe & Jay

Phoebe and Jay accidentally get paint on the mail and have to decode addresses; Phoebe and Jay find their parents' box of memories.

1h
2:00 PM

Sesame Street

Rudy feels angry when Abby asks him to share his toys, so his friends make a movie to show that sharing can be fun.

1h
2:30 PM

Work It Out Wombats!

Wombats unstick a stuck train; the group goes to Bellyflop Lake.

1h
3:00 PM

Donkey Hodie

Duck Duck builds a book swap box but has trouble giving away her books; the pals throw a party for their Tater Buddy dolls.

1h
3:30 PM

Rosie's Rules

Rosie and Papa switch roles for the day, but it's trickier than they thought; Rosie tries to make a family tree for Valentine's Day.

1h
4:00 PM

Elinor Wonders Why

Elinor is intrigued when she and her friends find a plant that has grown in a zigzag; Elinor loves her butterfly suit, but how is she supposed to drink when her arms are now wings?

1h
4:30 PM

Alma's Way

Alma wants to hang out with Eddie's friends, but doesn't like it when she starts to feel like a little kid; Junior becomes everyone's pretend little brother.

1h
5:00 PM

Molly of Denali

Molly makes a new friend, who teaches her a new dance; Molly makes a video to show off Qyah-style snowboarding.

1h
5:30 PM

Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

Xavier learns that asking questions can lead to exciting discoveries; Xavier learns that it's normal to feel different emotions when it comes his turn to jump off the diving board.

1h
6:00 PM

High School Quiz Show Maine

1h
6:30 PM

High School Quiz Show Maine

1h
7:00 PM

Amanpour and Company

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

1h
8:00 PM

DW News

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

1h
8:30 PM

The Day

A daily news summary from Europe with anchor Brent Goff.

1h
9:00 PM

BBC News: The Context USA

Coverage from Washington, D.C. and London, with a regular panel of guests from across the political spectrum discussing the biggest stories of the day.

1h
9:30 PM

BBC World News America

A detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington, D.C.

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

PBS News Hour

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

1h
12:00 AM

Washington Week With The Atlantic

A panel of journalists provides reporting and analysis of the major stories emanating from the United States capital.

1h

WMEA-DT is a public television station based in Portland, Maine, serving as a member station of PBS (Public Broadcasting Service) under the Maine Public Broadcasting Network (Maine Public). This page provides a comprehensive tv guide and viewing overview to help audiences locate broadcast schedules, identify daily programming, and track upcoming shows aired on WMEA-DT.

About WMEA-DT

WMEA-DT operates as a primary educational and public broadcasting outlet for southern Maine and surrounding regions. As part of Maine Public, the station delivers non-commercial educational programming, regional news, cultural broadcasts, and national PBS content to viewers across its coverage area.

WMEA-DT TV Guide

Using a structured tv guide makes it straightforward to track what is airing on WMEA-DT throughout the day and week. Viewers checking the daily roster can find a balanced mix of instructional children's shows, in-depth public affairs, historical documentaries, and performance arts.

Today's and Tonight's Schedule Overview

Daily broadcast schedules are generally organized into key viewing blocks:

  • Daytime Lineup: Features educational children's programming, instructional series, and daytime public television broadcasts.
  • Late Afternoon & Early Evening: Focuses on news analysis, local interest features, and national news broadcasts.
  • Primetime (Tonight): Showcases flagship documentaries, drama series, science specials, and arts performances.
  • Late Night: Offers encore presentations of primetime shows, public affairs discussions, and independent cinema.

Checking WMEA-DT TV Listings

Navigating digital tv listings allows viewers to plan their viewing around specific broadcast times, episode premieres, and special events. Because local programming schedules can fluctuate based on live events or pledge broadcasts, referencing up-to-date listings ensures you catch your preferred shows on time.

Factors Influencing Broadcast Times

Specific show times may vary based on several factors:

  • Time Zone Alignment: Broadcasts adhere to Eastern Time (ET) schedules.
  • Special Programming: Coverage of state government proceedings, breaking news, or public station fundraising drives may temporarily adjust standard time slots.
  • Over-the-Air Subchannels: Secondary digital channels affiliated with WMEA-DT may feature separate schedules for specialized content such as PBS KIDS or Create TV.

Programming Categories on WMEA-DT

WMEA-DT carries a diverse selection of public television genres designed to serve viewers of all ages:

  • News and Public Affairs: In-depth regional reporting, national news analysis, and discussions on local civic topics.
  • Documentary and History: In-depth investigative pieces, historical retrospectives, and nature programs.
  • Science and Nature: Explorations of natural history, technological innovation, and environmental science.
  • Arts and Culture: Live theater performances, musical concerts, and fine arts showcases.
  • Children's Educational Content: Commercial-free programs designed to promote early childhood literacy and STEM learning.

How to Use the WMEA-DT Schedule Efficiently

  1. Select the appropriate broadcast date you wish to review.
  2. Filter by time of day (morning, afternoon, or primetime) to locate specific airings.
  3. Confirm the channel position with your local television provider or over-the-air antenna settings.
  4. Check for re-air dates if you miss a primary broadcast window.

Viewing and Reception Information

WMEA-DT can be accessed through multiple viewing methods depending on your location in Maine and surrounding communities:

  • Over-the-Air (OTA): Available via digital antenna on digital channel 26 (virtual channel 26.1).
  • Cable and Satellite Providers: Carried on regional cable systems and major satellite platforms. Digital channel placements vary by provider and location.
  • Livestreaming and On-Demand: Select broadcasts and national PBS programs can be streamed via official public media digital platforms and regional station apps.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is WMEA-DT?

WMEA-DT is a PBS member television station in Portland, Maine, operated as part of the Maine Public Broadcasting Network.

Where can I find the WMEA-DT schedule?

You can check current airtimes, episode details, and upcoming show schedules by checking the daily listings on this page or through your TV provider's program grid.

Does WMEA-DT broadcast in high definition?

Yes, WMEA-DT provides high-definition digital broadcasts over the air and through participating cable and satellite providers.

Are WMEA-DT program times subject to change?

Yes, schedule adjustments may occur due to special broadcasts, local public events, or live coverage. It is advisable to consult the latest listings prior to showtime.