Austin PBS is keeping viewers like you at the forefront of its new slate of programming.
The broadcast service behind “Austin City Limits” is developing a handful of new shows focused on the Capital City community. Don’t touch that dial — here’s what’s coming to the small screen.
“Austin Insight” | This weekly news and feature program — which already premiered — has recently covered heat islands, bat conservation, interviewed the Austin Community College chancellor, and more.
“High School Quiz Show: Austin” | The popular trivia game show will pit Central Texas high schoolers head-to-head to test their knowledge later this year.
“City of Songs” | Austin PBS will be the presenting station for this show, where Austin-based musician and actor Stephanie Hunt will explore communities (including the Live Music Capital of the World) where music is integral to the culture.
“How Are We Today?” | This locally made show focused on mental health brings together former Rooster Teeth colleagues Barbara Dunkelman, Mariel Salcedo, Elyse Willems, and Tyler Coe in a wholesome sitcom.
“Texas Monthly Presents: The Story” | Go behind-the-scenes with writers and editors from Texas Monthly as they interview Texans starting on Sunday, May 4, with a second collection coming in the fall.
“Cradled by Grace” | This documentary, premiering in spring 2026, follows composer Sam Lipman and jazz musician Ephraim Owens as they create a trumpet concerto with the Austin Symphony Orchestra.
Psst — you can watch these shows and more for free on the Austin PBS website or app.
That’s not all. If these local programs have you feeling inspired, Austin PBS also has a community grant program that will award two creators $35,000 to put together a non-fiction web series focused on Central Texas. Applications are open now through Friday, May 30.
