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• A Moment of ScienceIf you are even a little bit interested in the world around you these two-minute radio programs are just for you—and you don’t need to know anything about science! A Moment of Science makes you think “Wow, that’s neat!” and go tell somebody else about it.
• A Night on the TownFridays at 10:00pm on WABE 90.1fm; Saturdays at 9:00pm on WABE ClassicalA Night on the Town brings the sounds of Broadway’s past to new generations by providing an intimate journey into the lives and the music of the great American Songwriters.
• A Prairie Home CompanionSaturdays at 6:00pm and Sundays at 10:00amThe only live music and variety show aired nationwide today, A Prairie Home Companion is now in its 30th year of production, featuring comedy sketches, music, and “The News from Lake Wobegon.”
• A Season of Great Holiday Specials on PBA 30Starting December 21PBA 30 presents a season’s worth of holiday specials this December.
• Accidents in SpaceWednesday, November 26 at 11:00pmThis documentary takes a look at some of the accidents, disasters, and near-catastrophes that have occurred in the name of space exploration,
• African-American LivesSunday, December 28 at 11:00amRenowned scholar Dr. Henry Gates Jr. uses genealogy, DNA analysis, oral history and family stories to trace eight distinguished African-American’s lineages thru American history and back to Africa.
• Afternoon ClassicsWeekdays at NoonJoin Wanda Yang Temko weekday afternoons for a three-hour program of classical music is designed to provide an oasis in the middle of your busy workday.
• AhoraAHORA proporciona al público hispanohablante en los Estados Unidos — estimado ahora en más de 45 millones de personas — un servicio de 24 horas al día, siete días a la semana, de noticias, actualidades y programas de fondo.
• All Things ConsideredWeekdays at 4:00pm and Sundays at 5:00pm on WABE 90.1fm; Weekends at 5:00pm on WABE NewsFor two hours every weekday, All Things Considered hosts Robert Siegel, Michele Norris and Melissa Block present the program’s trademark mix of news, interviews, commentaries, reviews and offbeat features
• Alzheimer’s: The Cost of Growing OldTuesday, November 18 at 11:30pmThis special takes a look at the financial and emotional toll that occurs to victims and their families, as well as a diagnosis of the search to identify treatment and a cure.
• America QuiltsSaturdays at 6:00amAmerica Quilts celebrates the artists, the quilts and the powerful stories woven into them. This program examines quilts from three perspectives—as historical records, symbols of family and community, and works of art.
• America’s Test KitchenSaturdays at 11:00amAmerica’s Test Kitchen, currently in its fifth season and the most-watched cooking show on public television, is filmed in the test kitchen of Cook’s Illustrated magazine. Each episode features the editors, test cooks, equipment testers, science experts, and food tasters from the magazine’s staff.
• American ExperienceThursdays on PBA 30As television’s longest-running, most-watched history series, American Experience brings to life the incredible characters and epic stories that helped form this nation.
• American Experience: Jonestown- Life and Death in the Peoples TempleTuesday, November 18 at 10:00pmExamine the true, tragic story behind enigmatic preacher Jim Jones and his promise of a world of economic and racial equality that ultimately led to the largest mass murder-suicide in history.
• AmericanaWeekends at 8:18am“Americana” is the people, places, instruments and trends of America’s homegrown music.
• An Evening with ElvisSaturday, August 16 starting at 8:00pmTo commemorate the anniversary of Elvis’ death, PBA30 will air a special “Evening with Elvis”, on Saturday, August 16th.
• Antiques RoadshowSundays & Wednesdays at 8:00pmSpecialists from the country’s leading auction houses and independent dealers from across the nation travel throughout the United States offering free appraisals of antiques and collectibles.
• Apollo 8: Christmas at the MoonWednesday, November 26 at 10:00pmThis documentary takes a look at the moon-orbiting Apollo 8 mission. As this mission took place around Christmas, the crew made a Christmas Eve television broadcast, and it was the most-watched television program ever to that point.
• APS TodaySecond Monday of the month at 9:30pmEver wondered what’s going on in your neighborhood schools? Each month on APS Today meet the people who are dedicated to increasing student performance and preparation for higher education, future careers and civic participation.
• ArthurWeekdays at 7:00am & 6:00pm; Sundays at 6:00 & 6:30amA five-time Emmy Award-winner, Arthur and his friends use effective, age-appropriate problem-solving skills. Whether facing down a bully or worrying about a new teacher, Arthur and his friends manage to solve their crises with imagination, kindness and a lot of humor.
• As It HappensWeekdays at 10:00pm on WABE NewsListening to As It Happens is like taking a trip around the, world five nights a week, with hosts Barbara Budd and Carol Off. For more than 35 years, using the simplest of tools - the telephone - this current affairs program has explored the heart of a story.
• Ask This Old HouseSaturdays at 9:30amIn addition to making house calls, host Kevin O’Connor, general contractor Tom Silva, plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey, landscape contractor Roger Cook and various guest experts walk viewers through home improvement techniques and review the latest products.
• Atlanta ForumWABE’s Atlanta Forum offers talks given by movers and shakers in the Atlanta community, leaders in the on-going battle for social justice, community leaders, elected officials and educators.
• Atlanta Forum NetworkPolitics abound among the free, on-demand streams here. Public lectures come from The Atlanta History Center, The Carter Center, the Margaret Mitchell House and the Southern Center for International Studies.
• Atlanta Music FestivalThursday, November 20 at 9:00pm on WABE FMJoin us for a special presentation of African American classical music known as The Atlanta Music Festival. The program features performances recorded at two concerts given at Sisters Chapel of Spelman College in June of this year
• Atlanta Music SceneMondays at 9:00pm on WABE 90.1fm; Sundays at 10:00am on WABE ClassicalRobert Hubert hosts The Atlanta Music Scene, a series of concert performances from venues all around Metro Atlanta.
• Atlanta ShortsSaturdays at 11:00pm and Sundays at 12:00 midnightPBA 30 is showcasing the work of Atlanta independent filmmakers with a new half-hour, weekly series featuring several one- to 10-minute films in each program.
• Atlanta SoundsDaily on WABEHear the city. Atlanta Sounds presents portraits, oral histories, anecdotes, memories and fragments of life overheard. All told by those who live, work and visit metro Atlanta.
• Atlanta Symphony OrchestraTuesdays at 9:00pm on WABE 90.1fm; Sundays at 11:00am on WABE ClassicalAtlanta Symphony Orchestra Master Season Concerts, hosted by WABE’s Lois Reitzes, will air Tuesdays at 9 pm. Most of the broadcasts feature insightful conversation with the conductors and soloists.
• Atlanta Voices: Memories of World War IIThursday, May22 at 10:00pmIn conjunction with Ken Burn’s “The War”, PBA30 produced this companion piece documentary in which the focus is World War II’s effect on Atlanta and its population.
• Atlanta World of ArtsThe Atlanta World of Arts radio series looks at how some of Atlanta’s international communities are passing on their artistic culture.
• Atlanta’s Best BBQ-Quest: Kissed by FireThursday, October 30 at 8:00pm and Sunday, November 2 at 10:00pmThis locally-produced special introduces viewers to the many styles of barbecue being offered in Atlanta, and the people serving it up.
• Austin City LimitsSaturdays at MidnightAustin City Limits continues its longstanding tradition of showcasing the best of original American music and beyond. Musical styles range from contemporary and traditional pop, rock, country, blues, bluegrass, Latin, folk, roots and more. All find a home on the Austin City Limits stage.
• Barney and FriendsWeekdays at 11:00amBarney, the lovable purple dinosaur and his dino-pals, Baby Bop and BJ share adventures featuring songs, dances and games that make learning fun for children.
• BBC World NewsWeekdays at 6:30pmViewers who wish to keep ahead of global news events, but not just the headlines - turn to BBC World for the story behind the headlines - the why’s and how’s of the event as well. BBC World keeps its viewers not just informed, but well informed, with in-depth analysis and cutting edge interviews - the story from all sides.
• BBC World ServiceOvernight from midnight to 6:30am on WABE NewsCompelling news and current affairs coverage from the renowned BBC in London, with programs such as World Update, Newshour, and Outlook.
• BBC’s The TicketSundays at 2:00pm on WABE NewsJoin Host Mark Coles for the program that takes listeners on a global ride through the world of arts, culture and entertainment.
• BBC’s The WordSundays at 1:00pm on WABE NewsHost Harriett Gilbert interviews your favorite authors about their work.
• Between the LinesFridays at 7:00pm; encores Saturdays at 5:30pm on WABE 90.1fm; Sundays at 1:30pm on WABE NewsBetween the Lines, hosted by former First Lady of Atlanta Valerie Jackson, is a weekly author interview program showcasing the brightest and most notable of today’s writers and thinkers.

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