P. Allen Smith's Garden Home
Garden design expert P. Allen Smith demystifies the process of designing beautiful gardens and opens up new possibilities for homeowners looking to create their own garden paradise. P. ALLEN SMITH'S GARDEN HOME highlights colorful gardens, easy how-to projects and expert tips that novice and experienced gardeners can apply to their own homes.
Upcoming Broadcasts:
Escape to the Garden (#1305H) Duration: 27:07 STEREO TVG (Secondary audio: DVI)
Stress is a small word that can have big effects in terms of our health and overall well-being. Did you know the American Institute of Stress says 80% of workers feel stress on the job and nearly half of all workers say they need help learning how to manage stress? Never fear. Escape to the garden with P. Allen Smith as he shares his garden stress relievers including yoga poses specifically designed for gardeners.
Upcoming Broadcasts:
- KQED Plus: Fri, Jun 21, 2019 -- 8:30am Remind me
Wedding Season (#1704H) Duration: 27:46 STEREO TVG
Design is one of the key elements of your wedding planning. From cake to bouquet, P. Allen Smith has you covered in this special matrimonial episode of Garden Home.
Upcoming Broadcasts:
- KQED Plus: Mon, Jun 24, 2019 -- 8:30am Remind me
The Unusual (#1306H) Duration: 26:07 STEREO TVG (Secondary audio: DVI)
We grow accustomed to things we see every day, the things we're comfortable with. But it's a good exercise to go beyond our comfort zones and explore things that are a little unusual. From unique planters, obscure wall hangings or a pizza topped with a fried egg, this episode explores the uncommon and unconventional.
Upcoming Broadcasts:
- KQED Plus: Fri, Jun 28, 2019 -- 8:30am Remind me
Cotton All Around (#1705H) Duration: 26:10 STEREO TVG
Nearly 20 billion new items of clothing are purchased each year. Where does it all come from? P. Allen Smith follows the "cotton trail" to find out.
Upcoming Broadcasts:
- KQED Plus: Mon, Jul 1, 2019 -- 8:30am Remind me
Kids, Kids and More Kids (#1307H) Duration: 27:27 STEREO TVG (Secondary audio: DVI)
Kids and broccoli aren't traditionally a match, but studies show that if you teach children how to grow vegetables, they are more likely to eat it. Learning about their food sources will also lead to healthier lifestyles as they grow up. That's why P. Allen Smith is a big advocate of getting kids in the garden. Plus, meet some kids who are raising chickens in the city and learn how to design a kids room that easily adapts to their changing styles.
Upcoming Broadcasts:
- KQED Plus: Fri, Jul 5, 2019 -- 8:30am Remind me
Keep It Simple (#1706H) Duration: 26:46 STEREO TVG
Want to lead a natural and healthy lifestyle but don't have the time? P. Allen Smith shares some of his short cuts towards achieving your goals.
Upcoming Broadcasts:
- KQED Plus: Mon, Jul 8, 2019 -- 8:30am Remind me
Small Spaces (#1308H) Duration: 27:29 STEREO TVG (Secondary audio: DVI)
Small spaces can be a challenge to make comfortable and stylish but P. Allen Smith has some ideas you can use for any area, indoors or out. Watch as Allen offers suggestions to a helpless romantic in setting up a spa getaway for his wife. Plus, we'll travel to New York City and see how one designer has created a beautiful garden on her balcony. No matter what the size of your space, there's always a creative solution.
Upcoming Broadcasts:
- KQED Plus: Fri, Jul 12, 2019 -- 8:30am Remind me
Add A Little Color (#1707H) Duration: 26:07 STEREO TVG
Color can be a challenging design principle in the garden. P. Allen Smith shows us that with a willing spirit to experiment and following a few simple techniques, you can create your own masterpieces.
Upcoming Broadcasts:
- KQED Plus: Mon, Jul 15, 2019 -- 8:30am Remind me
Anyone Can Do It (#1309H) Duration: 26:24 STEREO TVG (Secondary audio: DVI)
Getting started on a gardening or decorating project can be intimidating to some people if you don't know where to begin. That's ok, because today P. Allen Smith is going to hold your hand and help you through every step. We'll learn the top five, first-time gardener mistakes, see someone with a black thumb turn it green and understand when it's time to call in reinforcements.
Upcoming Broadcasts:
- KQED Plus: Fri, Jul 19, 2019 -- 8:30am Remind me
Chef Vs Chef (#1708H) Duration: 25:53 STEREO TVG
Chefs compete for culinary supremacy. But how will they handle P. Allen Smith's secret ingredient?
Upcoming Broadcasts:
- KQED Plus: Mon, Jul 22, 2019 -- 8:30am Remind me
Flower Power (#1310H) Duration: 27:24 STEREO TVG (Secondary audio: DVI)
This episode is all about flowers and how they have the power to lift our spirits and add personality to our homes. P. Allen Smith shows us how to grow some of his favorites for arrangements and how to let loose and not try to be so perfect in the garden.
Upcoming Broadcasts:
- KQED Plus: Fri, Jul 26, 2019 -- 8:30am Remind me
Sensory Experiences (#1709H) Duration: 26:26 STEREO TVG
Time spent in natural environments can provide a range of health benefits. P. Allen Smith shows us how you can transform your living spaces into sensory delights.
Upcoming Broadcasts:
- KQED Plus: Mon, Jul 29, 2019 -- 8:30am Remind me
TV Technical Issues
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KQED Transmitter will be off (03/06/2019)
KQED transmitter will off on March 6th at 3-6 at 3am-6am. This will disrupt over-the-air reception and DirectTV viewers. Comcast and Monterey reception will not be impacted.
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KQED FM on Comcast services
KQED FM and other radio channels were recently dropped from Comcast’s local cable offerings. Affected users can still listen to KQED at 88.5 FM on their radios, or listen to the live stream at kqed.org/listenlive or by downloading the KQED app, or on smart speakers.
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KQED DT9, Sutro Tower – Mon 8/20 thru Fri 8/24/18
Engineers at Sutro Tower in San Francisco will be doing their annual maintenance work 9am-4pm Mon 8/20 through Fri 8/24. All stations transmitting from Sutro Tower will be dropping to half-power each day, and perhaps moving from main antennas at the top of the tower to auxiliary antennas at the “waist” (middle) of the tower … Continue reading KQED DT9, Sutro Tower – Mon 8/20 thru Fri 8/24/18
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