The Joys of WGTE Passport
In a world of complicated streaming, WGTE Passport makes it simple.
July 23, 2024
By Savannah Packman
Are you looking for a new drama to binge? Maybe you’re yearning for your next romance ship. Or maybe you’re searching for the next big mystery that leaves you guessing at every turn. What if I told you your next favorite show is available to you on WGTE Passport right now? You may be thinking, what is that and why do I need a passport? Luckily for you, WGTE Passport is fast, easy, and simple to join and understand. Let’s go!
First thing first, what is Passport? Well, Passport is PBS’s streaming service where you can watch thousands of programs on your own time. Stream your favorite PBS shows, connect with WGTE, create your perfect primetime lineup and so much more!
How do I get WGTE Passport? We make it simple for YOU! All it takes is a monthly donation of just $5 a month or an annual gift of $60 or more. With your donation, WGTE is able to do all the fun things you love like hosting screeners and family events.
How can I watch? Anytime and anywhere! Stream through PBS.org and the PBS app on IOS, Apple TV, Roku, Android, Fire TV, Chromecast, Samsung and Vizio. We make it easy for you. Just login and start your next favorite show today.
Okay, but what can I watch? Thousands of the best PBS shows from NOVA, Masterpiece, Great Performances, Nature and so much more! You can binge entire seasons of American Masterpiece or all episodes of All Creatures Great and Small. Watch extras from your favorite shows like NOVA or Finding Your Roots. And you can even watch shows before they air on WGTE HD.
Wait, I can watch shows before they air on WGTE HD? YES! You can stream entire seasons before they ever air on TV. That means you can watch brand news shows before anyone else or stream the entire new seasons of your favorite shows. Stream early releases of new series like Professor T or Miss Scarlet & The Duke on WGTE Passport. Get in the know before all of your friends, or better yet... Get your friends in on WGTE Passport!
Can I watch documentaries? Of course you can! Watch your favorite Ken Burns docs like The U.S. and the Holocaust, Benjamin Franklin, Muhammad Ali and so many more! Or maybe you’re interested in stories from local filmmakers, watch Independent Lens created by independent producers.
Can I watch cooking shows? Absolutely! Binge all of the Great American Recipe or throw it back to The French Chef with Julia Child. Follow along with Julia as she creates the treasured Coq Au Vin dish or famous flamed Mediterranean sea-bass.
But I love old PBS shows, those aren’t on Passport. But what if I told you that they are! Watch the Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross or The Woodwright’s Shop with Roy Underhill on your schedule. Maybe you want to watch Rick Steves take on Europe or the Mighty Alps. WGTE Passport has all of your favorite oldies right at your fingertips.
And the best part of all? You get to support WGTE and the wonderful ways we support our community through media that educates, inspires, and entertains. Becoming a member ensures that we’re able to provide quality and educational content to our communities. It ensures that we can present kids and families events like Be My Neighbor Day and Get Out and Play Day!
WGTE Passport allows you to support everything we do at WGTE AND watch all of your favorite PBS and local programming.
So what are you waiting for? Make your donation to WGTE and start streaming on Passport today!
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For more information, contact Meigan Murdock at 419-380-4638 or meigan_murdock@wgte.org.