Channeling
Previewing the Best in Upcoming TV Fare
Written by Julio Martinez
December 4, 2025
APPLE TV
Apple TV is presenting an all-new wildlife series ‘Born to be Wild,’ narrated by SAG Award winner Hugh Bonneville. Filmed over several years across five countries, the six-part documentary series follows six endangered young animals as they grow up in our world but are destined to return to theirs. At the heart of the series lies a powerful truth: in the face of extinction, survival often depends on the extraordinary bonds between humans and animals. ‘Born to be Wild’ premieres worldwide on Dec 19, on Apple TV. From their earliest days to their journey into the wild, the series highlights the challenges, triumphs, and resilience that define their survival—both for the animals and the remarkable people working to raise and protect them. ‘Born to be Wild’ offers an intimate and emotional look at the powerful relationships between these animals and the heroic humans dedicated to raising, rehabilitating, and rewilding them to help save their species. For more information, visit apple.com/tvpr and see the full list of supported devices.
TUBI
Tubi will be offering Mo’ Waffles, an original half-hour scripted comedy about a new diner on Atlanta’s crowded restaurant scene. When a hip hop legend vanishes before his waffle joint’s opening, his oddball crew must crack the case, wondering if one of them could be the culprit. Mo’ Waffles is a Stubios project, a Tubi initiative that brings fan-fueled projects to the free-streaming platform. The series stars Tina Fears, Darius Autry, Alison Haselden, Antwan Mills, Caisey Cole, George Howard Adams, Robin Jordan, Rashal James, Ashley Gill, and Grant Gibbs. Robin Jordan serves as the Stubiorunner, with her popular TikTok skits inspiring the project. The series is directed by Sam Brave and written by Kendra Jordan. The original score is composed by Matthew Head and Chris Paultre. It is produced by Jacobo Rispa and Damian Romay, executive produced by Robin Jordan, Kendra Jordan, Donte Lee, and Tressa Azarel Smallwood. Premieres Dec 19.
HULU
Now streaming on Hulu, +Life’s ‘HIV Unwrapped’ World AIDS Day special, hosted by award-winning journalist Karl Schmid, takes viewers inside the first U.S. edition of HIV Unwrapped, a groundbreaking initiative blending science, fashion, and storytelling to spotlight HIV awareness at New York Fashion Week 2025. Through runway moments, behind-the-scenes access, and intimate personal stories, the special highlights how creativity can dismantle stigma, bridge generations, and reimagine advocacy for the modern era. HIV Unwrapped is a global storytelling initiative transforming public health narratives through fashion, creativity, and media. Through immersive design collaborations and curated programming, the platform champions the scientists, advocates, and individuals rewriting the future of HIV. Models and special guests included actor Javier Muñoz , Demetre Daskalakis (Former director of CDC’s Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases), Mary Gibson (Singer), Art Bezrukavenko (content creator) Mila Jam (Singer), John Friia (Host, Taxi TV), Jay Valle (NBC OUT), Lionel Moise (ABC News), Mark Mackillop (Broadway Bares) and more. Presented in partnership with GLAAD, ASHM, and EqualPride with additional support from the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) and design mentorship from Tanner Fletcher.
HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM PBS
The Public Broadcasting System (PBS) welcomes the new year with Great Performances’ ‘From Vienna: The New Year’s Celebration 2026,’ premiering Jan.1, 8pm ET on PBS, PBS.org & PBS app. The famed orchestra rings in the New Year with its annual concert from Vienna’s Musikverein conducted for the first time by Yannick Nézet-Séguin with performances by the Vienna State Ballet and location segments, hosted by Hugh Bonneville. Premiering Jan 6 (8pm), ‘Antiques Roadshow’ celebrates its 30th Season with an all-new search for America’s hidden treasures! PBS’s most-watched ongoing series and 23-time Emmy® Award nominee premieres the milestone season on Jan 5 with a visit to Red Butte Garden & Arboretum, the first of three episodes filmed in Salt Lake City, UT (Jan. 5, 12, 19). Season 12 of Finding Your Roots,’ hosted by educator Henry Louis Gates, Jr., running Jan 6-Feb 24 (8pm), explores the family trees of 20 guests through DNA and genealogy. The season includes actress America Ferrera, musician Wiz Khalifa, actress Liza Colón-Zayas, comedian Hasan Minhaj, basketball superstar Brittney Griner, actor Tracy Letts, musician Flea, actor Kristin Chenoweth, actor Danielle Deadwyler and actor Kate Burton.