Channel Surfing in Boston: Finding Your PBS Fix , Dude!
Ever feel like flipping through the TV channels is like wandering through a museum of questionable life choices? Reality shows where sculpted people argue about who stole whose spatula? Hard pass. News channels with anchors looking like they haven't slept since the invention of cable? No thanks. But then, a beacon of sanity appears! A station filled with documentaries about narwhals, cooking shows that don't involve deep-frying entire Twinkies, and historical dramas that are, dare I say, educational? That, my friends, is the magic of PBS.
But wait, you say, frantically clutching your remote control, which channel is PBS in Boston? Don't worry, settle in, grab some ethically-sourced kale chips (because PBS, duh), and let me unveil the mystery!
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WGBH Takes the Stage: Your Boston PBS Headquarters
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Boston's PBS station is the illustrious WGBH, also known as GBH 2 since 2020, apparently because those at WGBH like to keep things fresh (and slightly confusing). This is your one-stop shop for all things PBS in Beantown. We're talking Masterpiece showcasing dapper Brits solving crimes with extraordinary mustaches. We're talking NOVA taking you on a mind-blowing journey through the cosmos (or maybe just your compost bin, because PBS is down to earth too).
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Bonus Fun Fact: WGBH is actually the flagship station for the entire WGBH Educational Foundation, which basically means they're the cool PBS kids on the block. They also own other PBS stations in the area, but for now, let's focus on WGBH, the OG of Boston PBS.
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How to Tune in and Level Up Your Viewing Experience:
Finding WGBH is easier than mastering sourdough (although PBS probably has a great show on that too). Just fire up your trusty television and do a channel scan. WGBH is usually on channel 2. You can also stream their content live on their website,
Frequently Asked Questions (Because We Know You Have Them):
- How to watch old episodes of my favorite PBS show? Many PBS shows have websites or are available on streaming services like Netflix or Hulu.
- How to get involved with WGBH? Check out their website (
) for volunteer opportunities or ways to donate.WGBH website - How to convince my friends that PBS is actually cool? Easy, invite them over for a PBS marathon and homemade mac and cheese (courtesy of Julia Child, of course).
- How to know what's on WGBH tonight? Just visit their website (
) or check your local listings.WGBH website - How to resist the urge to learn something new after watching PBS? Let's be honest, that's a losing battle. But hey, at least you'll be the smartest person at the next cocktail party (assuming they serve ethically-sourced kale chips, that is).