About KCET

On-air, online, and in the community, KCET plays a vital role in the cultural and educational enrichment of Southern and Central California.

In addition to broadcasting the finest programs from around the world, KCET produces and distributes award-winning local programs that explore the people, places and topics that are relevant to our region.

Whether it is through our broadcast, via cable, over digital platforms and devices, or from our extensive community outreach and education programs, KCET consistently delivers inspiring global content that informs, educates and enlightens millions of individuals in Southern and Central California.

Broadcast Area

Nearly two million viewers watch KCETLink's primary channel, KCET in the average month month in 11 Counties across Southern California: from as far north as San Luis Obispo, as far south to San Diego and as far east to the Nevada / Arizona border. 

Distribution Platforms

KCET distributes commercial-free programming on three HD channels (KCET HD, KCETLink 28.2 and NHK World Japan 28.3). Over the last few years, KCET has shifted its focus to adapting content for the digital age. In addition to broadcast and cable, KCET Original programming (and select acquired programs) is available to stream through various digital delivery systems: kcet.org, linktv.org, social media sharing platforms as well as Amazon, Apple TV and Roku.

Additionally, KCET.org continues to produce content specifically for these platforms. Some recent initiatives include California Coastal Trail; Ballot Brief; and Immigration 101.

Beginning in 2017, KCET Original productions have been distributed nationally to public media stations across the United States, in partnerships with N.E.T.A and Marigold Media. Several productions have achieved over 70% national carriage.

With the pending merger with PBS SoCal, the new organization will ramp up multi-platform content production, and will expand education and engagement services. KCET's original high-quality streaming content will also become available through PBS distribution systems when the merger is final.

KCET Studios

KCET Studios creates diverse original content that matters and makes a difference in the world.  From eye-opening documentaries, to trusted news as well as interesting arts and culture programming, KCET Studios produces award-winning authentic content that both entertains and informs.

Many KCET Studios productions can be found at kcet.org/watch.