CAN TV Schedule

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12:00 am

Czech-American TV: Ep. # 1139

Educational

Voyages to Heart of Europe; Exploring Czech Sights, Food and Traditions.

12:30 am

Friends of the Crosstown Trail: Virtual Town Hall Meeting

Educational

Friends of the Crosstown Trail hosted a virtual town hall meeting on November 13, 2025 to discuss the proposal for a new 3.2 mile bike and pedestrian trail that would run through Old Irving Park, Irving Park, Portage Park, Kilbourn park, Belmont Craige

2:00 am

Stories From English Language Learners

Educational

Featuring tales of triumph, heartache, sacrifice, & growth: the threat of having to uproot your life admist dire financial circumstances; the fear and wonder of stepping out on your own; the pressures to choose career over family; the journey toward di

2:30 am

Taking it to the Streets

Educational

Host Sharon Harper and guest Javaris Tolliver discuss the pros and cons of a summer curfew for youth in Chicago.

3:00 am

The David Dixon Show: Ep.#1

Educational

This episode features a panel focusing on the changes that Project 25 will make to our society.

4:00 am

Honoring Veterans First: Give a Little of Ourselves to Help the Youth

Educational

Babette Peyton, veteran, business woman, and gold medal archer encourages us to give a little of ourselves to help others, especially the youth.

4:30 am

Commissioner Frank Avila Speaks

Educational

Luz Marie Caro discusses her childhood upbringing and how it shaped her to be an inspired Latina.

5:00 am

Cafecito con las Monarcas presented by Casa Michoaca'n: SPA)Saul Juarez Montano, Consulate of Mexico, Chgo

Educational

SPA) Blanca Ramirez talks with Saul Juarez Montano from the Consulate of Mexico in Chicago about supporting Mexicans detained by immigration authorities, the importance of dual Mexican citizenship, and other consular services. Cristina Ocampo closes w

5:30 am

Queer Lawyers Speak: Galvin Phelps, Chair Chgo Bar Assoc Young Lawyers

Educational

Adam Zebelian interviews Galvin Phelps, Chair of the Chicago Bar Association Young Lawyers section and is the second openly LGBTQ lawyer to hold this position. Galvin shares his journey as a lawyer, reflecting on his experiences of coming out within h

6:00 am

Changing the Narrative Presented by the Cosey Project: Jennifer Tolliver, Raising Kings

Educational

Dr. Sammika Cosey interviews Jennifer Tolliver-author, advocate, and founder of Raising Kings. Tolliver shares her journey of raising her 10-year-old son with autism and the vital support she receives from her parents. They also explore the importanc

6:30 am

Community Unity Now: Jaroslaw Golembiowski, Polish Composers' Union

Educational

Trudy Leong interviews Jaroslaw Golembiowski, pianist and member of the Polish Composers' Union, and founder of the Chicago Chopin Society. Golembiowski gives his insight on how Polish history affected Polish composers and how Polish composers had a h

7:00 am

Universal Family Connection: World AIDS Day-Dec 1

Educational

Jeffery Jones and Lade Odemousu discuss the significance of World AIDS Day, observed on December 1. Join them as they raise awareness, show support for those affected, and encourage action in the ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS.

7:30 am

Heavenly Cynt - People You Should Know: Larry Daniels, Hoop Hard Basketball

Educational

Cynthia Manuel interviews Larry Daniels, founder of Hoop Hard, a basketball program dedicated to helping youth build community and charaacter through the love of sports. They talk about how important it is to expose young people to sports as a way to

8:00 am

K9s for Veterans: Lenora Alabi, Wendy Jaffe Bright Star Care Homes

Educational

Michael Tellerino speaks with Lenora Alabi, Wendy Jaffe from BrightStar Chicago, a trusted home care service dedicated to providing compassionate support for individuals of all ages. The organization offers both medical and non-medical skilled nursing

8:30 am

Speak Your Peace: Phil Warren, CEO of Above & Beyond, Walter Cage

Educational

Memory Pines welcomes Phil Warren, Ceo of Above & Beyond Recovery Center, and Walter Cage, Certified Recovery Specialist, for a powerful conversation about their personal connections to recovery, the role of radical compassion and forgiveness, their ou

9:00 am

Community Unity Now

Educational

Trudy Leong interviews Ian Quan, Center Director of the Illinois APEX Accelerator at the Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA). Quan details how businesses both large and small can access government procurement and how he can help businesses craft the

9:30 am

A Hand Up Recovery Homes

Educational

Wilbert Cook highlights the importance of community food pantries and their positive impact on working-class neighborhoods.

10:00 am

Queer Lawyers Speak

Educational

Adam Zebelian interviews Howard Suskin, a partner at Jenner & Block and Co-Chair Emeritus of the firm's LGBT Forum, for an in-depth conversation on the theme 'History doesn't repeat itself, but it rhymes'. Together they explore how the echoes of the St

10:30 am

Making Waves by The Chicago Maritime Museum

Educational

Madeline Crispell and Sari Breslin speak with Lt. Christopher Iverson, Chicago Fire Department & Maritime Safety Expert. They discuss his role on the Air Sea Rescue team, the unique challenges posed by a body of water like Lake Michigan, diving operati

11:00 am

GSJ Speaks

Educational

Sheila Owens speaks with Pastor Ira Acree to discuss his impactful work within the community and his continuous efforts to support those in need. Pastor Acree talks about his mission to empower the youth through his community center and the programs d

11:30 am

Grand Boulevard Coalition

Educational

Host Cynthia Alverez brings attention to PTSD and C-PTSD during Post-Traumatic Stress Awqareness Month. Learn about the differences between PTSD and C-PTSD, common symptoms, and the importance of early recognition and support. She highlights ways to

12:00 pm

Cafecito con las Monarcas presented by Casa Michoaca'n: SPA)Saul Juarez Montano, Consulate of Mexico, Chgo

Educational

SPA) Blanca Ramirez talks with Saul Juarez Montano from the Consulate of Mexico in Chicago about supporting Mexicans detained by immigration authorities, the importance of dual Mexican citizenship, and other consular services. Cristina Ocampo closes w

12:30 pm

Queer Lawyers Speak: Galvin Phelps, Chair Chgo Bar Assoc Young Lawyers

Educational

Adam Zebelian interviews Galvin Phelps, Chair of the Chicago Bar Association Young Lawyers section and is the second openly LGBTQ lawyer to hold this position. Galvin shares his journey as a lawyer, reflecting on his experiences of coming out within h

1:00 pm

Changing the Narrative Presented by the Cosey Project: Jennifer Tolliver, Raising Kings

Educational

Dr. Sammika Cosey interviews Jennifer Tolliver-author, advocate, and founder of Raising Kings. Tolliver shares her journey of raising her 10-year-old son with autism and the vital support she receives from her parents. They also explore the importanc

1:30 pm

Community Unity Now: Jaroslaw Golembiowski, Polish Composers' Union

Educational

Trudy Leong interviews Jaroslaw Golembiowski, pianist and member of the Polish Composers' Union, and founder of the Chicago Chopin Society. Golembiowski gives his insight on how Polish history affected Polish composers and how Polish composers had a h

2:00 pm

Universal Family Connection: World AIDS Day-Dec 1

Educational

Jeffery Jones and Lade Odemousu discuss the significance of World AIDS Day, observed on December 1. Join them as they raise awareness, show support for those affected, and encourage action in the ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS.

2:30 pm

Heavenly Cynt - People You Should Know: Larry Daniels, Hoop Hard Basketball

Educational

Cynthia Manuel interviews Larry Daniels, founder of Hoop Hard, a basketball program dedicated to helping youth build community and charaacter through the love of sports. They talk about how important it is to expose young people to sports as a way to

3:00 pm

K9s for Veterans: Lenora Alabi, Wendy Jaffe Bright Star Care Homes

Educational

Michael Tellerino speaks with Lenora Alabi, Wendy Jaffe from BrightStar Chicago, a trusted home care service dedicated to providing compassionate support for individuals of all ages. The organization offers both medical and non-medical skilled nursing

3:30 pm

Speak Your Peace: Phil Warren, CEO of Above & Beyond, Walter Cage

Educational

Memory Pines welcomes Phil Warren, Ceo of Above & Beyond Recovery Center, and Walter Cage, Certified Recovery Specialist, for a powerful conversation about their personal connections to recovery, the role of radical compassion and forgiveness, their ou

4:00 pm

Community Unity Now

Educational

Trudy Leong interviews Ian Quan, Center Director of the Illinois APEX Accelerator at the Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA). Quan details how businesses both large and small can access government procurement and how he can help businesses craft the

4:30 pm

A Hand Up Recovery Homes

Educational

Wilbert Cook highlights the importance of community food pantries and their positive impact on working-class neighborhoods.

5:00 pm

Queer Lawyers Speak

Educational

Adam Zebelian interviews Howard Suskin, a partner at Jenner & Block and Co-Chair Emeritus of the firm's LGBT Forum, for an in-depth conversation on the theme 'History doesn't repeat itself, but it rhymes'. Together they explore how the echoes of the St

5:30 pm

Making Waves by The Chicago Maritime Museum

Educational

Madeline Crispell and Sari Breslin speak with Lt. Christopher Iverson, Chicago Fire Department & Maritime Safety Expert. They discuss his role on the Air Sea Rescue team, the unique challenges posed by a body of water like Lake Michigan, diving operati

6:00 pm

GSJ Speaks

Educational

Sheila Owens speaks with Pastor Ira Acree to discuss his impactful work within the community and his continuous efforts to support those in need. Pastor Acree talks about his mission to empower the youth through his community center and the programs d

6:30 pm

LIVE Cong Danny Davis

Educational

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7:00 pm

Changing the Narrative Presented by the Cosey Project

Educational

Dr. Sammika Cosey highlights the brilliance, creativity, and unique perspective of Josiah, an extraordinary 8-year-old boy with autism who has a passion for drawing maps. She is joined by Josiah's mother, pediatric nurse Carrie Jowosi who shares how j

7:30 pm

Intergenerational Conversations

Educational

In this insightful episode Josephine Robinson and Keona Owens are joined by nonprofit powerhouse Jurema Gorham of Burst into Books to discuss how fundraising is evolving across generations. With habits shifting and digital trends shaping engagement, t

8:00 pm

Evolve: Pt.7 Rebuilding Syria

Educational

After fourteen years of war, Syrians are pushing for a future that is post-Assad, post-Al Sharaa, post-sectarianóand definitively post-autocracy. In this episode, we lay out a distinctly Syrian path forward: a United Syrian Federation built on federali

9:00 pm

Russ Meek Speaks: Peace Makers Coalition

Educational

A discussion about the Peace Makers Coalition and how they are helping the community.

10:00 pm

The Incarcerated Mass: Documentary

Educational

The Incarcerated Mass documents the miraculous symbiotic recovery that transpires between Melissa Lorraine and the Inside Ensemble, a group of men sentenced to die behind bars. The Incarcerated Mass makes a surprising case for abolition from the most

11:30 pm

Chicago Noir

Educational

Chicago Noir is a monthly news magazine highlighting the city from an African American perspective. Each issue presents three in-depth features on individuals and organizations that enrich the Black experience. Today meet Dujon Smith, Founder My Block