Saturday, October 10th TV listings for Metro (WETA-TV5) Washington, D.C.
People of the North Salmon Islands (Kvaroy)
Island hopping along the Helgeland coast; sampling traditional and gourmet meals that highlight coastal ingredients and farmed salmon.
Christopher Kimball's Milk Street Television Thai Takeout
Thai-style coconut and chicken soup; the art of hot and sour soup with chicken and mushrooms; Thai salad rolls with green chili dipping sauce.
America's Test Kitchen Tuscan Feast
Pollo al mattone (chicken under a brick); wine savers; gluten-free zucchini scarpaccia.
Energy Switch Ecomodernism vs Degrowth
Ted Nordhaus, co-founder of Breakthrough Institute; economist Joshua Farley, University of Vermont.
The Chavis Chronicles Beth Hopkins
Retired federal prosecutor and civil rights attorney Beth Hopkins shares her journey as one of the first two women to live on campus at Wake Forest University.
The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross Desert Hues
A springtime, western-style surprise in an oval cutout.
Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr. Tragedy Plus Time Equals Comedy
Tragedies and triumphs in the families of three men known for comedy -- Jimmy Kimmel, Norman Lear and Bill Hader.
WETA Arts October 2026
All-local arts and culture series features four short stories showcasing the creative arts scene in the Greater Washington area, with an emphasis on the artists and makers themselves; hosted by Felicia Curry.
American Masters American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez
The legacy of filmmaker and playwright Luis Valdez, a founding member of the Chicano Movement.
Leguizamo Does America Chicago
John travels to middle America to learn about how both the Mexican and Puerto Rican communities of Chicago have transformed the city into Chicagolandia; he learns about the deep roots in activism and resistance these communities have displayed.
Leguizamo Does America Puerto Rico
John travels to the island of Puerto Rico to highlight the many ways in which the island and its people have influenced American culture and the ways in which America is influencing theirs.
Leguizamo Does America Los Angeles
John travels to Los Angeles, or "Hollywouldn't," as he likes to say, to explore the lack of Latinx representation in the film and television industry; he meets up with several game changers to discuss what needs to happen to achieve real equity.
Science, health, technology and environment experts and professionals address issues such as artificial intelligence, medicine and climate science.
Washington Week With The Atlantic
A panel of journalists provides reporting and analysis of the major stories emanating from the United States capital.
Live From the LBJ Library With Mark Updegrove Heather Cox Richardson
Boston College professor and author Heather Cox Richardson outlines the threats to American democracy throughout history and provides insight on how the U.S. can overcome its challenges.
The Thread Jacqueline Lewis
Independent Lens My Omaha
Filmmaker Nick Beaulieu navigates racial justice and a personal reckoning with his conservative father.
POV The Gas Station Attendant
A portrait of a complex father-daughter bond and the immigrant working class in America.
American Masters American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez
The legacy of filmmaker and playwright Luis Valdez, a founding member of the Chicano Movement.
Great Musicians of Our Time Itzhak Perlman: Virtuoso Violinist
Itzhak Perlman overcomes polio as a child to become one of classical music's greatest violinists.
Finding Your Roots With Henry Louis Gates, Jr. Tragedy Plus Time Equals Comedy
Tragedies and triumphs in the families of three men known for comedy -- Jimmy Kimmel, Norman Lear and Bill Hader.
Big Cats 24/7 Baby Boom
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.
NOVA Space Wars
Inside the escalating military struggle to control space and satellites; how the satellites we rely on are vulnerable to attack, how debris is filling crowded orbits and what can be done to protect them.
Secrets of the Dead Cleopatra's Last Temple
A French explorer makes an unprecedented discovery in Alexandria's harbor that could reveal new information about Cleopatra's reign and her connection with the goddess Isis.
This Old House Essex County Colonial: Demolition Derby
Kevin, Zack and homeowner Ethan tackle demolition of the kitchen.
Ask This Old House Pull-Chain Upgrade; Sod Repair
Heath upgrades pull-chain lights; patching a lawn with sod; best of "What Is It?" moments.
Antiques Roadshow Vintage Indianapolis
An autographed electric guitar; Little Orphan Annie dress circa 1930; a 1913 N.C. Wyeth painting.
Compass Points From PBS News New
Experts analyze prominent international affairs topics and America's role in a shifting world.
Washington Week With The Atlantic
A panel of journalists provides reporting and analysis of the major stories emanating from the United States capital.