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WOUB-TV welcomes in the New Year with our Holiday Showcase Dec. 29 – Jan. 2
< < Back toRing in 2023 with WOUB-TV’s Holiday Showcase! This pledge event kicks off Dec. 29 and features programming for just about everybody, no matter what your new year resolution is. Find a comprehensive guide to our scheduled programming below. Check woub.org/woubtvschedules for a full program schedule, plus information on encore presentations.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29:
8 p.m. – “Alan Jackson: Precious Memories”
Alan Jackson performs signature renditions of traditional hymns and gospel favorites in Nashville.
9:30 p.m. – “Ken Burns: the National Parks”
Explore the beauty and grandeur of our nation’s magnificent parks, from Acadia to Yosemite.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 30:
8:30 p.m. – “Kenny Rogers Farewell Concert: All In For the Gambler”
This music special brought together fans, friends and music icons to celebrate Kenny Rogers’ final farewell to Nashville.
10 p.m. – “Henry Louis Gates, Jr. – Uncovering America”
Courtney B. Vance hosts this celebration of the renowned historian, author and filmmaker.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31:
11 a.m. – “Reba McEntire: My Chains are Gone: Hymns and Gospel Favorites”
Two-time Grammy-winning country music superstar Reba McEntire shines in concert at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, singing selections from her debut gospel album “My Chains Are Gone.”
12:30 p.m. – “Dr. Fuhrman’s Food as Medicine”
Nutrition expert Joel Fuhrman discusses how to use food to help prevent disease and improve health
2 p.m. – “Big Band Years (My Music Presents)”
This special returns to the era of the legendary orchestras, great singers and song standards, drawing upon the most beloved melodies that kept the home fires burning and soliders’ hearts alive during World War II.
4 p.m. – “Memory Rescue with Daniel Amen, M.D.”
Dr. Daniel Amen demonstrates ways to supercharge your memory and remember what matters most to you.
5:30 p.m. – “This Old House – 40th Anniversary Special”
Join hosts and cast members to celebrate 40 years of groundbreaking home improvement.
9:30 p.m. – “This Land is Your Land (My Music)”
Take a musical journey through the evolution of modern American folk music, from its roots in bluegrass to San Francisco coffee houses to clubs in Greenwich Village. The Smothers Brothers and Judy Collins host.
11 p.m. – “60s, Pop, Rock & Soul (My Music Presents)”
MY MUSIC Presents ’60s POP, ROCK & SOUL is an all-star concert reuniting legendary singers and groups performing the greatest hits of the 1960.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 1:
11 a.m. – “Suze Orman’s Ultimate Retirement Guide”
The personal finance expert provides essential advice on planning for and thriving in retirement.
1 p.m. – “Kenny Rogers Farewell Concert: All In For the Gambler”
This music special brought together fans, friends and music icons to celebrate Kenny Rogers’ final farewell to Nashville.
2:30 p.m. – “Rick Steves’ Europe: Great German Cities”
Rick Steves explores the German cities of Hamburg, Dresden, Leipzig, Frankfurt and Nurnberg.
4:30 p.m. – “Country Pop Legends (My Music)”
Roy Clark and Glenn Campbell highlight classic country pop tunes from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s.
6:30 p.m. – “Ken Burns: the National Parks”
Explore the beauty and grandeur of our nation’s magnificent parks, from Acadia to Yosemite,.
9:30 p.m. – “All Creatures Great and Small: The Next Chapter”
Go behind-the-scenes to learn more about the cast and creators of the hit series.
11 p.m. – “Big Band Years (My Music Presents)”
This special returns to the era of the legendary orchestras, great singers and song standards, drawing upon the most beloved melodies that kept the home fires burning and soliders’ hearts alive during World War II.
MONDAY, JANUARY 2:
9 p.m. – “Country Pop Legends (My Music)”
Roy Clark and Glenn Campbell highlight classic country pop tunes from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s.
11 p.m. – “Suze Orman’s Ultimate Retirement Guide”
The personal finance expert provides essential advice on planning for and thriving in retirement.