Observed Signal · Apr 8, 2026 · Company Profile · Source: State of Streaming · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Neutral

State of Streaming Adds PBS Passport Profile

Executive Signal Summary

PBS Passport is a subscription streaming app operated by PBS that offers extended on-demand access to programming for PBS member station donors, including early access to new shows and full series archives. The service is headquartered in Arlington, VA and was founded in 2015. The State of Streaming directory lists PBS Passport under its corporate family (PBS) and classifies it as a niche subscription streaming offering. The directory entry includes a link to the PBS Passport website and notes related PBS properties such as PBS Kids Video Streaming App. No editorial coverage or news about PBS Passport is included on the directory page beyond the product profile.

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Directory/company profile entry with basic product information; informational but no industry-impacting news or analysis.

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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding

  • PBS Passport is a streaming app operated by PBS.
  • Parent company: PBS.
  • Headquarters: Arlington, VA.
  • Founded: 2015.
  • Service description: extended on-demand streaming for PBS member station donors with early access to new shows and full series archives.
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Direct Origin Attribution
Primary Reporting: State of Streaming•Published: Apr 8, 2026
Original Coverage Title: “State of Streaming”

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