FNX First Nations Experience
United States
FNX First Nations Experience is a public television channel in the United States that focuses on Native American and Indigenous cultures. Its programming draws from documentary, educational, and cultural content produced by and about tribal communities across the country. Viewers can find films, music performances, and series that explore traditional knowledge, contemporary Native life, and historical events from Indigenous perspectives. News and public affairs segments occasionally cover issues affecting tribal nations, while lifestyle and arts programming highlights crafts, cuisine, and storytelling. The channel does not carry sports, shopping, or religious broadcasts.
FNX is available over the air on participating PBS member stations and through some cable systems. Its schedule is published on the channel’s website, where select programs can also be streamed on demand. The channel’s content is curated to reflect the diversity of Native voices, without relying on reruns of mainstream entertainment or imported shows. Viewers looking for material on Indigenous history, language preservation, or environmental stewardship will find relevant documentaries and interviews. No specific hosts or presenters are featured regularly; instead, the programs themselves carry the narrative.
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Native Planet
Now
01:00–02:00
Kaha:wi: The Cycle of Life
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Next
02:00–03:00
March Point
Schedule
00:00 - 01:00
Native Planet
Canada
Series, Science
Simon Baker follows the path of the proposed Northern Gateway pipeline to understand why people oppose First Nations.
LIVE 01:00 - 02:00
Kaha:wi: The Cycle of Life
Special, Dance, Documentary
Santee Smith of the Six Nations and her dance company's performances are interpretations of traditional Iroquois teachings.
02:00 - 03:00
March Point
Special, Community
Journey of three teens from the Swinomish Tribe who have been asked to make a film about the threat their people face from two local oil refineries.
03:00 - 04:00
Democracy Now!
Series, Politics, News, Talk, Interview, Community
An independent news program features international journalists, grassroots leaders, independent analysts, as well as ordinary people directly affected by world events and U.S. policy.
04:00 - 04:30
This Is Indian Country With Ruth-Ann Thorn
Hollywood
Series, Documentary
Our journey takes us to Hollywood where we meet the trailblazer Tantoo Cardinal, who has shattered glass ceilings for Native actors.
04:30 - 05:00
Tribal Police Files
Dangerous Bear
Series, Documentary, Crime
Constable Leonard Isaac and Sergeant Dale Austinson respond to call about a possible bear sighting.
05:00 - 05:30
Chaos & Courage
Coastal Queens
Series, Documentary
The story of the women who helped rescue passengers on the BC Ferry Queen of the North.
05:30 - 06:00
Rabbit Fall
Happiness Hotel
Series, Crime drama
A delusional hotel guest takes Tara hostage, during a bizarre argument with his dead wife.
06:00 - 06:30
Waila! Making the People Happy
Special, Documentary
Waila music originates from the Tohono O'odham, the native people of the Sonoran Desert in Arizona.
06:30 - 08:06
Warrior Spirit
Movie, Documentary
A documentary about the first Native American UFC champion, Nicco Montano, who is on a quest to defend her UFC title.
08:06 - 09:00
The Spirit of the Mask
Special, Documentary
A different look into the powerful, yet unusual masks of the native people living on the Pacific Northwest coast.
09:00 - 09:30
Rabbit Fall
Happiness Hotel
Series, Crime drama
A delusional hotel guest takes Tara hostage, during a bizarre argument with his dead wife.
09:30 - 10:00
Hard Rock Medical
Digitus Anularis
Series, Medical, Drama
Gina and Cameron come face to face with an elderly, over-prescribing doctor and Farida deals with the death of a patient and close friend.
10:00 - 10:30
Chaos & Courage
Remote Rescue
Series, Documentary
A feature on the EMTs of one of Canada's largest emergency response catchments.
10:30 - 11:00
underEXPOSED
Salmon Derby
Series, Documentary, Adventure
Mason and Tannis face off in a fishing derby and meet local artists in Haida Gwaii.
11:00 - 11:30
Bears' Lair
Semi-Final Episode 1
Series, Community, Reality
Learning more about three of the competitors before they pitch to the Bears for a spot in the grand finale and a chance to win the $100,000 grand prize.
11:30 - 12:00
Make Prayers to the Raven
The Bible and the Distant Time
Series, Documentary
How traditional Athabascan beliefs and Christianity coexist in the Koyukuk River villages.
12:00 - 12:30
Merging Destinies
An Understanding of Culture
Series, Public affairs
A cultural heritage program visits Old Minto.
12:30 - 14:00
Arkansas' First People
Community
14:00 - 15:00
The Spirit of the Mask
Special, Documentary
A different look into the powerful, yet unusual masks of the native people living on the Pacific Northwest coast.
15:00 - 15:30
Amplify
Giinawind Bawaajigan
Series, Documentary, Music
After reading Cherie Dimaline's award-winning book "The Marrow Thieves," Cree songwriter Christa Couture sets out to create a new song that speaks to the harrowing journey the characters face, ultimately inspired by our own Indigenous resilience.
15:30 - 16:00
Fit First
Series, Health
The role of spirituality is examined when the group builds a sweat lodge.
16:00 - 16:30
Waabiny Time
Day and Night
Series, Children, Entertainment
A celebration of Nyoongar culture for young kids exploring the Indigenous concept of 'playing time'.
16:30 - 17:02
Chums
Beaver Tales
Series, Children, Entertainment
In a race against time, the Chums concoct elaborate plans to keep Emiree away from his beaver dam, ensuring they can prepare his surprise birthday party without him catching on.
17:02 - 17:30
Tiga Talk
Keep Smiling
Series, Children, Educational
Smiles are important, but they don't stay healthy by themselves. Though she likes to smile, Bertie doesn't like to brush her teeth. The kids teach her why she needs to brush and show her what happens if you don't.
17:30 - 17:45
Little J & Big Cuz
Welcome
Series, Animated, Children, Drama, Community, Adventure
Two curious kids go on spirited adventures at school, in their grandma's backyard and beyond, learning about their community and culture along the way.
17:45 - 18:00
Little J & Big Cuz
Honey Ants
Series, Animated, Children, Drama, Community, Adventure
Two curious kids go on spirited adventures at school, in their grandma's backyard and beyond, learning about their community and culture along the way.
18:00 - 18:30
Louis Says
Mixed Salad; Mrs. Charles is a Superhero
Series, Animated, Children, Adventure, Educational
Randy comes up with a plan to get vegetables for free; Randy and Katie believe they must protect Mrs. Charles' identity.
18:30 - 19:00
Amy's Mythic Mornings
Thunderbird and Orca
Series, Animated, Children, Educational, Adventure
Granny helps the children with the greedy Orca that was eating all the salmon.
19:00 - 19:30
Wapos Bay
Journey Through Fear
Series, Animated, Adventure
Raven must overcome her fear of water in order to do traditional gathering activities with her mother.
19:30 - 20:00
Coyote's Crazy Smart Science Show
Cosmos
Series, Science, Educational
Educating Aboriginal children and youth about the science of the world.
20:00 - 20:30
On The Road with the Spice Warriors
Valley of Fire
Series, Cooking
Valley of Fire National Park inspires two fully veggie recipes: Energy balls and a delicious salad.
20:30 - 21:00
underEXPOSED
Boardercross
Series, Documentary, Adventure
Gracey does a photo shoot of Ryan Johnston at a snowboard cross event.
21:00 - 21:30
Tribal Elder Stories
Opal and Gerald Chavez
Series, Community
Opal Chavez is a Cheyenne elder who is married to Gerald Chavez, a Pueblo Cochiti. Together, they have forged out a happy life that has been tempered by mutual respect and a deep devotion to their traditions.
21:30 - 22:00
Native Report
Series, Public affairs, Community
The culture and traditions of Native Americans.
22:00 - 22:30
Hit the Ice
Survival of the Fittest
Series, Reality, Hockey
In a simulated plane crash, the team gets to know each other.
22:30 - 23:00
underEXPOSED
Learning the Ropes
Series, Documentary, Adventure
Tannis and Mason head to Squamish to capture climbing action.
23:00 - 23:30
Fit First
Series, Health
Now that the ladies are losing pounds & inches, a professional stylist helps update their wardrobe.
23:30 - 00:00
Making Regalia
Boy's Fancy Dance Apron (Pt. 2)
Series, Documentary
Making ceremonial attire step by step.