PBS America
Switzerland
PBS America is a television channel available in Switzerland that primarily airs documentary and factual programming. Its schedule typically includes content focused on history, science, nature, and current affairs, drawing from the broader PBS library of non-fiction series and specials. The channel does not broadcast live news or sports, and its programming is presented in English. Viewers in Switzerland can access the channel through select cable and satellite platforms, with a focus on educational and cultural material rather than entertainment or children’s shows.
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Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands
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19:35–20:25
The Bush Years: Family, Duty, Power
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Turkiye's Astonishing Antiquities
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16:40 - 17:50
Maps of Power
Russia
While the USA's ascent as a global power was driven by its unique position between two oceans, Russia's history has been defined by its relentless search for warm-water ports. Geography is the ultimate creator of nations.
17:50 - 18:55
Ancient Greece: The Dark Chronicles
War and Games
Greece awakens from the `Dark Ages' and enters an era of transformation. Across the Aegean, a new cultural identity begins to form, shaped by shared religion, writing, and values.
18:55 - 19:35
Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands
Small Isles: Small Is Beautiful
Paul sets off from Mallaig to visit a group of islands famed for their unusual names; Rum, Muck and Eigg. Paul meets the real 'Lord Muck', visits the dramatic Kinloch Castle on Rum and joins the Eigg islanders in a very special celebration.
LIVE 19:35 - 20:25
The Bush Years: Family, Duty, Power
Part Two: The Price of Loyalty
Blinded by loyalty and ignoring the advice of his family, George HW Bush is betrayed by Richard Nixon. The children start to follow in their father's footsteps, young Jeb gets married to Columba, and George W falls in love with Laura.
20:25 - 21:35
Turkiye's Astonishing Antiquities
Historical Sites And Ancient Tarsus
21:35 - 22:45
Maps of Power
Russia
While the USA's ascent as a global power was driven by its unique position between two oceans, Russia's history has been defined by its relentless search for warm-water ports. Geography is the ultimate creator of nations.
22:45 - 23:55
Ancient Greece: The Dark Chronicles
War and Games
Greece awakens from the `Dark Ages' and enters an era of transformation. Across the Aegean, a new cultural identity begins to form, shaped by shared religion, writing, and values.
23:55 - 01:00
Turkiye's Astonishing Antiquities
Historical Sites And Ancient Tarsus