Our holiday favorites from PBS Passport, podcasts and more – perfect for cozying up, gifting or soaking in the season’s joy.
By Megan Spilker, Donor Engagement Specialist
Friends, holiday shows and podcasts are waiting for you!
As we wrap up the year, I’ve been thinking about the shows we came back to again and again. The ones that made us laugh, think, and maybe cry a little. Below, you’ll find a few holiday picks that are perfect for this time of year.
Some featured programs are available only with PBS Passport – and there’s still time to make your year-end gift. When you do, you'll unlock access to the full Passport streaming library, just one more reason to give today!
Hope of the Season: Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir
If you're looking for something that captures the spirit of the season, Hope of the Season: Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir is a wonderful place to start. Whether you're catching up on old favorites or looking for something new, I hope you find something below that brings you a bit of joy this season.
Go behind the scenes of the charming MASTERPIECE series and celebrate memorable Christmas moments from previous seasons, including Tristan’s heartfelt Christmas Dinner toast, the Christmas Eve birth of Suzy’s puppies and many more. The cast and creators also offer Christmas memories and holiday cheer to brighten the season. (Only available with PBS Passport.)
For something close to home, revisit a heartwarming Nebraska Stories segment from 2020 that spotlights David City, where the Hallmark Channel’s Hometown Christmas returned to its founder’s boyhood town.
Looking for Something to Listen To?
Need something to listen to while baking cookies or driving around to see festive light displays? These holiday specials are perfect.
Friday LIVE Holiday Special
Join host Genevieve Randall for musical performances, poetry and seasonal stories in this special edition of our arts and humanities radio program. You can also listen to Friday LIVE wherever you get podcasts.
The Annual Gift Guide for Book Lovers
If you're still looking for the perfect gift, radio's All About Books has you covered with a great gift guide, which is also available wherever you get podcasts.
A holiday gift guide for very young readers.
All About Books even offers a gift guide for very young readers who are just falling in love with reading.
NATURE takes you to Jackson Hole where bison, wolves, and elk settle in for winter just beyond the glow of holiday lights. (Only available with PBS Passport.)
Real people share heartfelt, hilarious, and sometimes unexpected holiday stories in this festive storytelling special. (My favorite of the line up.)
Learn the story behind the voice of a holiday classic and meet the woman who’s still rocking stages decades later. When you finish, stream more great storytelling from American Masters.