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Depends on the channel.

We have a dedicated public television channel where I am and the content is significantly better than YouTube: https://pbskids.org/

My kids will tell me about history and science that they pick up from those shows.

I don't think I've ever heard anything from them that I liked when it came to YouTube content.

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PBS and similar publicly funded channels seems to be the exception rather than the rule here. Apparently taking market forces out of the equations is a good way to make better content for kids

I agree so much that I'd argue in a very general sense that PBS is also better content for adults... everyone ;)

Everyone on here seems to be blowing the trumpet for PBS Kids. Is it really that good? I haven't checked it.

It really is that good.

Folks behind their content are motivated by creating good content for the kids rather than commerical interests.

Yes. It is the only “channel” that seems to focus on quality programming instead of marketing/engagement. And the shows are just straight-up excellent.

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