Jennifer Robinson

Premieres Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App + Encores Sunday, Nov. 19 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV and 9 p.m. on KPBS 2. Are scientists on the verge of a breakthrough in the fight against malaria, one of humanity's oldest and most devastating plagues? Follow researchers as they develop and test a promising new vaccine on a quest to save millions of lives.

Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2024 at 9:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS app + Wednesday, Dec. 25 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV. Share the joy and emotions of the season through stellar performances by some of San Diego's most talented choirs. This year's special features the San Diego Children's Choir, Encore Vocal Ensemble, the Jewish Men's Choir, the San Diego Master Chorale, Promotora de las Bella Artes, Sacra/Profana, and the San Diego Chorus, sharing renditions of seasonal favorites.

Premieres Thursday, Nov. 16 at 8:27 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream on PBS.org and the PBS App beginning Sunday, Nov. 12 – Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023 - Follow the decades-long journey of the last song John, Paul, George and Ringo will make together. A technological breakthrough enabled the 1970s original recording made by John Lennon to be brought to life with contributions from all four Beatles.

Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023 at 2 p.m. on KPBS 2 / Stream now with the PBS App. Six-time Grammy Award–winning composer Terence Blanchard returns to the Met with an opera based on the true story of boxer Emile Griffith, who rose from obscurity to become a world champion despite being a closeted bisexual.

Monday, Nov. 13, 2023 at 8 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App + Encore Wednesday, Nov 15 at 7 p.m. on KPBS 2. Everything is bigger in Texas, including finds like a Beggs steam train set, ca. 1885, a Tiffany Cypriote glass vase, ca. 1926, and a William H. D. Koerner oil illustration, ca. 1935. Discover which is Dallas's top $150,000 appraisal!

Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023 at 3 p.m. on KPBS 2 / Stream now with the PBS App. of the most brutal, merciless and chaotic fighting of World War II took part in the mountains of Italy and lasted until the final days of the war. Even as the Allies advanced into the heart of Berlin in May of 1945, the battle for Italy continued. Many soldiers were affected by their time fighting in Italy and the horrific conditions they faced there. This film is about those who lived through one of World War II’s most desperate fights, including the young lieutenant from Kansas whose unforgettable ordeal in Italy would shape his life of public service.

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 8:30 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS app + Encore Wednesday, April 21 at 8:30 p.m. on KPBS 2. We sit down with two powerhouses of talent in the theatre, television, and film scene. Dedrick Weathersby and Tisha Campbell join us to chat about their trials and tribulations in our industry.