Great Bend Post
Apr 30, 2025

Cool Careers is back this May with new episodes on Smoky Hills PBS

Posted Apr 30, 2025 5:00 PM
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Join real Kansas kids as they explore exciting, high-demand jobs across the state.  It’s fun, it’s educational, and it’s all about building big futures - right here in Kansas.  The first new episode on Smoky Hills PBS will premiere May 4.

In "Cool Careers," a crew of real Kansas kids will explore various high-demand careers across the state. The series is designed to showcase the day-to-day responsibilities of professionals in different fields and inspire kids to consider pursuing similar paths in the future.

Targeted for families and kids in grades 4 to 8, "Cool Careers" aims to open young minds to the possibilities that exist within their own communities, helping them understand the skills and education needed to launch a rewarding career.

Episodes

SUNDAYS at 10:30 a.m.

Professions that Put People First, Too

If you love working with people, consider these amazing jobs with the added benefit of helping others.  This episode explores high-demand Kansas jobs in education and health care.  Premiere Date:  May 4, 10:30 a.m.

Rebroadcast:  May 18 - 10:30 a.m.

Plan, Design and Fix it!

Those who love designing, building or fixing things will love this episode that dives into the high-demand Kansas careers of an advanced manufacturing technician, land surveyor and civil engineer.  Premiere Date:  May 11, 10:30 a.m.

Rebroadcast:  May 25, 10:30 a.m.

Ways to Watch:

Smoky Hills PBS is available over the air with an antenna, on many cable systems, DirecTV, DirecTV Stream, and Dish Network, HULU + LIVE TV, YouTube TV, and Amazon Prime.  You can also access Smoky Hills PBS via the FREE mobile app for Android and iPhone devices and is also available to stream by clicking here:  video.smokyhillstv.org/livestream.