‘NOVA’ presents ‘Asteroids: A Spark of Life?’

Wednesday, January 21 at 8 p.m.

“NOVA” is back with a new season! Starting with the premiere of season 53, “Asteroids: A Spark of Life?”

What if asteroids, long feared as destroyers of life, were key to our existence? Explore a revolutionary theory that these violent collisions provided the essential ingredients – water, minerals and energy – needed to jumpstart life on Earth.

Discover the past and future of science and technology with an inspiring overview of special programs. Featuring highlights from “NOVA,” “Nature,” “Arizona Horizon” and more, enjoy groundbreaking stories that bring the wonders of science and human innovation to life.

Mark Tarbell and Kristen Keogh with text reading: Go See AZ
airs Feb. 5

‘Check Please, Arizona!’ and ‘Trail Mix’d’ return Feb. 5

The Gila River
aired Jan. 9

The Gila River: Lifeline, Legacy and the Fight for Native Rights in Arizona

Graphic for PBS Books Readers Club - January

Join us for PBS Books Readers Club!

Fountain Hills with text reading: Food Festival Saturday, April 11, 2026, Fountain Hills, Arizona
April 11

Join us for the We-Ko-Pa ‘Check, Please! Arizona’ Food Festival

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