FNX First Nations Experience

United States 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.

Schedule
Bears' Lair
00:00 - 00:30
Bears' Lair
Semi-Final Episode 2
Series, Community, Reality
The three remaining semi-finalists pitch their concepts to the Bears, and they find out who is advancing to the grand finale to pitch to a panel of guest judges for the chance to win $100,000.
Seeing Canada
00:30 - 01:00
Seeing Canada
Saskatoon & Winnipeg
Series, Travel
The local foodie scene in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; Wanuskewin Heritage Park; the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg.
Native Report
01:00 - 01:30
Native Report
Series, Public affairs, Community
The culture and traditions of Native Americans.
FNX Now Block
01:30 - 02:00
FNX Now Block
News
Interstitial community engagement series.
Golden Eagles: Witnesses to a Changing West
02:00 - 03:00
Golden Eagles: Witnesses to a Changing West
Special, Documentary, Animals
Eagle researchers in Wyoming study how the birds adapt to the many challenges facing them, including climate change, lead poisoning and energy development.
Democracy Now!
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.
ICT Newscast
04:00 - 04:30
ICT Newscast
News
Stay informed with the latest breaking news and headlines.
Studio 49
04:30 - 05:00
Studio 49
Lakota John, Featuring Sweet Papa John
Series, Music
Lakota John joins us in the studio to share his brand of Piedmont Blues music. Featuring his father Sweet Papa John on harmonica, the duo touch on the history of native influence on the blues genre and perform seven songs.
The Aux
05:00 - 06:00
The Aux
Music
A compilation music videos showcasing Native American talents and World Indigenous cultures.
Ruth-Ann Thorn Presents
06:00 - 06:30
Ruth-Ann Thorn Presents
Series, Art
Mixed Blessings
06:30 - 07:00
Mixed Blessings
Dances With Wolfy
Series, Comedy drama
The Kowalchuks meet their new neighbor; Josie feels threatened.