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Stories We Tell
PBS Mysteries to Watch and Stream This Fall
Plan your next cozy night in with new cases, returning detectives and binge-worthy dramas.
Stories We Tell
Discover Live Music, Local Artists and Legendary Performers
Nebraska Public Media celebrates music with new "JAM" episodes, "My Music with Rhiannon Giddens" and unforgettable concert specials.
Stories We Tell
Poetry Workshop Connects Nebraska Stories to the American Revolution
Nebraska's former state poet led a community writing workshop inspired by The American Revolution and invited participants to connect history with their own lives.
Stories We Tell
"Once Again" Podcast Returns for Second Season
New episodes explore the history behind Nebraska innovations, political change and cultural moments that still resonate.
July 2026
Explore America’s Story Through the PBS America250 Lineup
Celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday with a lineup of PBS specials, concerts and documentaries available on air and streaming.
Stories We Tell
Following Wildlife, Water and Wonder Across the Great Plains
'Conservation Works' host Carlee Moates traces her journey from southeastern Nebraska to conservation storytelling, developing a new way to see along the way.
Stories We Tell
Siemek Reflects on Memorable Storms in 'Nature’s Fury: Extreme Nebraska Weather'
Long-time Nebraska meteorologist Ken Siemek recounts memorable tornadoes, forecasting challenges and decades of keeping viewers informed.
Stories We Tell
Exploring Nebraska's I-80 Sculpture Project Legacy
Fifty years after Nebraska commissioned public art along Interstate 80 for the nation’s Bicentennial, a new Nebraska Public Media digital series revisits the sculptures’ history, meaning and lasting cultural impact.
April 2026
NOVA Features Nebraska Scientist Studying Hail and Storms
Dr. Rebecca Adams-Selin was inspired by a Nebraska storm and now studies hail and severe weather, with her research featured on NOVA.
April 2026
'Nebraska Stories' Explores I-80 Sculptures
A bold art experiment placed sculptures along Interstate 80, and 'Nebraska Stories' examines its debate and legacy 50 years later.
February 2026
Gourmet Steakhouse Draws Global Diners to Small-Town Nebraska
Chef Ryan Puls blends tradition and innovation at The Speakeasy, a rural Nebraska restaurant housed in a red-brick building.
January 2026
Quick, Trusted News From Nebraska Public Media Every Weekday
Hosted by Jackie Ourada, the "Nebraska Update" podcast delivers trusted daily headlines and efficient news coverage for listeners on the go.
January 2026
Step into 1931 Lincoln with "Nebraska Stories"
In the new season of "Nebraska Stories", a long-lost photo captures Lincoln’s everyday life before the rise of car culture reshaped the city.
December 2025
Unwrap Streaming Picks and Podcasts for the Holidays
Our holiday favorites from PBS Passport, podcasts and more – perfect for cozying up, gifting or soaking in the season’s joy.
November 2025
Performance Today Welcomes Valerie Kahler as New Host
After years as a familiar voice, Valerie Kahler officially becomes host of the most-listened-to classical music radio show in America.
October 2025
Nebraska Concerts Returns with Lora Black and Statewide Music Highlights
The classical music series Nebraska Concerts features Lora Black as host for performances recorded across the state.
September 2025
'Friday LIVE' Returns to Lincoln Haymarket for Monthly Broadcasts
Brewing up live arts and conversation, the monthly broadcast returns to The Mill starting Sept. 5.
August 2025
New Public Media Game Shares Menominee Stories Through Play
A cross-station public media project introduces "Powwow Bound", a video game exploring Menominee identity through storytelling and cultural celebration.
July 2025
Omaha Receives First NextGen TV Signal from Nebraska Public Media
Nebraska Public Media has launched a NextGen TV channel in Omaha, offering enhanced visuals and internet-enabled features to viewers with compatible smart TVs.
May 2025
Why Video Game Music Deserves a Spot on Classical Radio
'The Verge: Arcade' brings video game music to public radio, highlighting its artistic value and emotional storytelling power.
March 2025
New Radio Series Digs Into Nebraska’s Quirks and Culture
Host Andy Hermann celebrates Nebraska’s distinct identity with a monthly radio series airing during 'Weekend Edition.'
February 2025
Nebraska Girls Wrestlers Take Center Stage at State
With participation surging, the state’s top female wrestlers now have their own spotlight at the NSAA State High School Wrestling Tournament.