About PBS SoCal

PBS SoCal enriches Southern California by connecting communities to the wider world through public media. With support from local donors, our nonprofit offers diverse programming on streaming platforms like the free PBS App and PBS KIDS App, as well as over-the-air on seven channels, including PBS SoCal and PBS SoCal Plus. We are available to nearly 19M viewers in the region, providing free access to educational, news, environmental, and cultural content that mirrors our diverse community. Through cultural events and hands-on learning experiences, we foster dialogue and prepare children for success, making a meaningful impact on our community.​

Programs

PBS SoCal brings you the best of PBS, featuring favorites like MASTERPIECE, NOVA, PBS NewsHour, Frontline, Ken Burns documentaries and more, along with educational PBS KIDS programs like Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood and Curious George. As a top destination for arts, culture, and news in Southern California, we tell stories that reflect our vibrant diverse communities, helping residents connect and be inspired through life-changing programming.​

Available Anytime, Anywhere

You can stream our programs for free on the PBS app for mobile and via connected platforms like Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV, Samsung Smart TV, Chromecast, and VIZIO SmartCast TV. PBS SoCal members can access an even deeper library of PBS content with PBS Passport.

Our programs are also accessible through our 24/7 broadcast channels:​

PBS SoCal
Your home for PBS. Formerly KOCE.

PBS SoCal Plus
Best of PBS, PLUS original series and classic hit movies. Formerly KCET.

PBS SoCal Encore
Encore showings of your favorite PBS Shows.

PBS SoCal KIDS
Educational kids content.

PBS SoCal World
Diverse stories from around the world.

PBS SoCal Create
Cooking, travel, home, artistic pursuits. Formerly KCET Create.

NHK WORLD-JAPAN
The international service of Japan's public broadcaster NHK. It provides the latest information on Japan and Asia through television, radio and online to a global audience.

Social Impact

Public media can be a powerful force in our communities, creating an environment where people are inspired to learn more about each other, do more to solve societal issues, and become their best possible selves. Our content is the first step. Our community outreach is the second. As community ambassadors and expert storytellers, we have the power to foster real social impact. To bring light to – and promote action to solve – critical issues faced by the local communities we serve. Learn more.