Ask the Realtors
Get your property buying and selling questions answered by local real estate professionals.
Thursday, May 1st, 8:00/7:00c. Repeats 05/02, 3:00/2:00c.
May 2025 | What to Watch on WNMU-TV PBS
May is full of new and exciting programming on WNMU-TV PBS. From new dramas; to specials celebrating Mothers Day like Bonnie Boswell Presents: Saving Moms and American Delivery; to PBS's annual coverage of the National Memorial Day Concert; this month is packed with programming you won't want to miss.
We continue to bring you local productions that make WNMU-TV PBS your public broadcasting station. Tune in for a special broadcast of Northern Michigan University's Spring Commencement Ceremonies on Saturday, May 3 starting at 10:30a/9:30c. Commencement will also be available to stream live from our website or the PBS App. Find yourself missing High School Bowl on Saturday nights? Relive the excitement of past episodes any time by streaming from our website, Passport, or on the PBS app.
Don't miss the start of our June '25 Fundraiser with Bruce Springsteen's No Nukes Concert airing Saturday, May 31. No matter which specials you choose to enjoy, know that your contribution makes it possible. Donate today to show your support of public broadcasting in Northern Michigan and Wisconsin.
Scroll down to learn about this month's featured programs. Shows are organized week by week. All programs are on 13.1 unless otherwise noted. Programs are also available to stream LIVE from our website, pbs.org or the PBS app.
May 1-3
Alice & Jack
Episode 2
Jack is now happily married with a baby but an unexpected call turns his life upside down.
Friday, May 2nd, 9:00/8:00c
Great Performances
Grounded
Follow a fighter pilot who operates a drone in a high-tech world battling both war and motherhood.
Saturday, May 3rd, 1:00a/12:00c
NMU Spring Commencement
Live coverage of Northern Michigan University’s spring commencement ceremonies.
Saturday, May 3rd, 10:30/9:30c.
*Note: Program may go longer than scheduled.
Beyond Debate: A Revolution in Education
Follow students in Boston and Chicago public schools to witness debate-based pedagogies in action.
Saturday, May 3rd, 8:00/7:00c
ACL 10th Annual Hall of Fame Honors Garth Brooks
Austin City Limits Hall of Fame honoree Garth Brooks delivers a career-spanning set in a thrilling hour.
Saturday, May 3rd, 11:00/10:00c.
May 4-10
WNMU Documentaries
One Room, Many Stories: Schoolhouse Memories
Stories of teaching and learning in one-room schoolhouses in the Upper Peninsula. (2002)
Sunday, May 4th, 3:00/2:00c
The Piping Plovers of Moonlight Bay
Piping Plovers raise their tiny chicks on a crowded beach in this charming documentary.
Sunday, May 4th, 7:00/6:00c
Call the Midwife
Episode 6
A dustbin strike creates a refuse site outside Nonnatus House. Joyce handles a rude patient.
Sunday, May 4th, 8:00/7:00c.
Miss Austen
Episode 1
Why is Cassandra Austen determined to find the letters her sister Jane wrote to her friend Eliza?
Sunday, May 4th, 9:00/8:00c
Marie Antoinette
Madame Deficit
Marie Antoinette deals with personal grief.
Sunday, May 4th, 10:00/9:00c
Mundo Maya
The story of the present-day Maya people - their society, culture & dreams for the future.
Monday, May 5th, 9:00/8:00c
Independent Lens
Matter of Mind: My Alzheimer's
An intimate portrayal of three families confronting the unique challenges of Alzheimer’s.
Monday, May 5th, 10:00/9:00c
Pati Jinich Explores Panamericana
Juneau & Whitehorse - Sister Cities
Join chef Pati Jinich on a Pan-American journey exploring cultural connections.
Tuesday, May 6th, 9:00/8:00c
Nature
Hummingbirds of Hollywood
Amid the glamour of Hollywood, a woman finds herself on a transformative journey as she nurtures wounded hummingbirds, unraveling a visually captivating and magical tale of love, fragility, healing, and the delicate beauty in profound acts of kindness.
Wednesday, May 7th, 8:00/7:00c. Repeats 05/14, 3:00/2:00c.
NOVA
Ultimate Crash Test: Countdown
A first-of-its-kind experiment aims to stage a multi-vehicle pileup to gain new data on car safety.
Wednesday, May 7th, 9:00/8:00c. Repeats 05/08, 3:00/2:00c.
Bugs That Rule the World
Insect Apocalypse
A four-part investigation into insect declines, exploring their diversity and ecological importance.
Wednesday, May 7th, 10:00/9:00c
Ask the Doctors
Cancer
Area medical professionals in cancer answer questions from viewers.
Thursday, May 8th, 8:00/7:00c. Repeats 05/09, 3:00/2:00c.
Alice & Jack
Episode 3
Years after their last encounter, Jack receives a surprise invitation from Alice.
Friday, May 9th, 9:00/8:00c
May 11-17
Bonnie Boswell Presents
Saving Moms
Examining why groups of women experience higher pregnancy and childbirth mortality rates.
Sunday, May 11th, 11:00a/10:00c.
The Eyes of the World: From D-Day to VE Day
A Veterans Day event to remember with historian John Monsky, the Boston Pops and Broadway stars.
Sunday, May 11th, 6:00/5:00c
Call the Midwife
Ep. 7
Joyce faces a disciplinary hearing over a recent complaint which has been upheld.
Sunday, May 11th, 8:00/7:00c.
Miss Austen
Ep. 2
As Cassandra falls ill, her mind is flooded with memories of difficult times.
Sunday, May 11th, 9:00/8:00c.
Marie Antoinette
The End of the Beginning
Amid the revolution’s advance, Marie Antoinette struggles to support Louis’s rule.
Sunday, May 11th, 10:00/9:00c
The Age of Nature
Changing
Discover why restoring nature might be our best hope for fighting climate change.
Monday, May 12th, 9:00/8:00c
Independent Lens
And So It Begins
See how the Philippines' tense presidential race became the nation's fight for its soul.
Monday, May 12th, 10:00/9:00c
You're Not Alone: Pregnancy, Postpartum and The Me
A documentary exploring the isolating trauma that too often accompanies child birth.
Monday, May 12th, 11:30/10:30c
American Masters
HOPPER: An American love story
Discover the secrets behind Edward Hopper’s most iconic and enigmatic works.
Tuesday, May 13th, 10:00/9:00c
Nature
My Garden of a Thousand Bees
Discover the diverse species and personalities of bees who live in a British urban garden.
Wednesday, May 14th, 8:00/7:00c. Repeats 05/21, 3:00/2:00c.
NOVA
Ultimate Crash Test: Impact
Forensic science is put to the test after the first-ever staged multi-vehicle pileup.
Wednesday, May 14th, 9:00/8:00c. Repeats 05/15, 3:00/2:00c
Bugs That Rule The World
Lifegivers
Dive into the colorful world of Earth’s essential pollinators – bees, moths, and butterflies.
Wednesday, May 14th, 10:00/9:00c.
Ask the Lawyers
Area attorneys answer questions submitted from viewers by phone and email.
Thursday, May 15th, 8:00/7:00c. Repeats 05/16, 3:00/2:00c
Alice & Jack
Episode 4
Celia seeks Alice out to get some answers about Jack.
Friday, May 16th, 9:00/8:00c
NETAView
Lessons from the Real World
A first hand look at K-12 schools that weave community and societal problem solving through their curriculum.
Saturday, May 17th, 8:00/7:00c.
May 18-24
Fresh Coast Flashback
Each year we are proud to air fan favorites from the Fresh Coast Film Festival held annually here in Marquette. Each film we air is hand picked specifically with you, our viewers, in mind. They highlight subjects that are important to the people of the Upper Peninsula and Northern Wisconsin, such as local history, environmental issues, and humanitarian efforts being made.
Sunday, May 18th, 3:00/2:00c.
Mental Health Care in America
The film illustrates the impact of untreated mental illness and addiction on young people in a post-COVID society, and it focuses on the extent of the crisis reaching deep into rural communities.
Sunday, May 18th, 7:00/6:00c.
Journey Through Breast Cancer
Follow a woman through breast cancer, including her diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.
Monday, May 19th, 9:00/8:00c
INdependent lens
Who is Michael Jang?
Elusive photographer Michael Jang shares his wondrous work with the world.
Monday, May 19th, 10:00/9:00c
DEADLOCK: An Election Story
Experts explore ethical dilemmas, promoting constructive dialogue about polarizing issues.
Tuesday, May 20th, 9:00/8:00c
Nature
Equus "Story of the Horse" | Episode 1: Origins
Travel around the world to uncover the history of mankind’s relationship with the horse.
Wednesday, May 21st, 8:00/7:00c. Repeats
05/28, 3:00/2:00c
NOVA
Decoding the Universe: Cosmos
Explore big discoveries that have revolutionized our understanding of the universe.
Wednesday, May 21st, 9:00/8:00c. Repeats 05/29, 3:00/2:00c.
Bugs That Rule The World
Eat or Be Eaten
Uncover the ruthless world of some of the stealthiest and cleverest insects in the animal kingdom.
Wednesday, May 21st, 10:00/9:00c.
Ask the Doctors
General Health
Get your medical questions answered by area professionals during this live broadcast from WNMU-TV studios.
Thursday, May 22nd, 8:00/7:00c. Repeats 05/23, 3:00/2:00c.
Acoustic Rooster and His Barnyard Band
A special based on the children's book by Kwame Alexander, with a star-studded cast including Jay-Z, T.I., and more. When a jazz-loving rooster sets his sights on winning a barnyard talent show, he realizes he can't do it as a solo act.
Friday, May 23rd, 11:00/10:00c. 05/27, 1:00/12:00c.
Alice & Jack
Episode 5
Jack and Alice meet again. Their joy is cut short by devastating news.
Friday, May 23rd, 9:00/8:00c
Under Four Trees
A Zulu community in rural South Africa had no school and enlisted Nomusa Zikhali to create one, with only four trees to shelter the children as they begin their studies.
Saturday, May 24th, 8:00/7:00c
Food is My Teacher
Food can teach us love and bring people together. But for Tammara Soma, a food professor, food was originally a source of pain. Join her journey to learn about the healing power of food.
Saturday, May 24th, 8:30/7:30c
May 25-31
SUPPORT LINE: America and the Track to Ukraine
A Ukrainian student and a Michigan farmer, united in support of Ukraine's freedom.
Sunday, May 25th, 3:30/2:30c.
A Night of Georgia Music
Concert featuring Mercer students and Robert McDuffie, Chuck Leavell, and Mike Mills.
Sunday, May 25th, 7:00/6:00c.
National Memorial Day Concert 2025
Tune in to the 36th annual broadcast of America’s national night of remembrance.
Sunday, May 25th, 8:00/7:00c.
The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song
Elton John and Bernie Taupin
Enjoy an all-star tribute to 2024 Gershwin Prize winners Elton John and Bernie Taupin
Pig Little Lies
The heartwarming story of two rescued pigs.
Monday, May 26th, 9:00/8:00c
American Masters
Tyrus
Tyrus Wong's pioneering artwork led to iconic works like Bambi and Rebel Without a Cause.
Tuesday, May 27th, 9:00/8:00c
Dr. Rachel Brem: Breakthrough Women in Science & Medicine
The role of mammography, and the need for secondary screening for women with dense tissue.
Tuesday, May 27th, 1:00a/12:00c
Nature
Equus "Story of the Horse" | Episode 2: Chasing the Wind
Take a global tour of the most fascinating members of the modern horse club.
Wednesday, May 28th, 8:00/7:00c
NOVA
Decoding the Universe: Quantum
Dive into the universe at the tiniest – and weirdest – of scales.
Wednesday, May 28th, 9:00/8:00c. Repeats 05/29, 3:00/2:00c.
Bugs That Rule The World
Beetle Mania
Are beetles truly 'the most important species on the planet'?
Wednesday, May 28th, 10:00/9:00c.
Ask the Lawyers
Area attorneys answer questions submitted from viewers by phone and email.
Thursday, May 29, 8:00/7:00c. Repeats 05/30, 3:00/2:00c
Great Performances
Kiss Me, Kate
Experience this Cole Porter classic musical starring Tony winner Stephanie J. Block.
Friday, May 30th, 9:00/8:00c
Abundance: The Farmlink Story
A group of college students catalyze a national movement to end food insecurity.
Friday, May 30th, 11:30/10:30c.
June '25 fundraiser
Bruce Springsteen: No Nukes
The Legendary 1979 No Nukes Concerts is a live album and concert film by Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band.
Saturday, May 31st, 8:00/7:00c
See Memory
A painter uses art to explore memory, PTSD, and breakthroughs in neuroscience.
Saturday, May 31st, 10:00/9:00c
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