If you’re a fan of FYI Network’s unusual combination of survivalist home improvement content, we have good news: you don’t need cable to enjoy it. Read on to learn your options.
In a hurry? FYI isn’t as widely available as some channels but there are a number of choices. These are the best:
- DIRECTV STREAM: Makes it easy to switch from cable to streaming with their 75+ channel Entertainment plan and options for much more. A 5-day free trial is now available for DIRECTV STREAM.
- Sling TV: The top low-cost streaming service provides a great base channel lineup in both its plans. Save 50% your first month with Sling TV.
- Philo: This service gives you 60+ live TV channel for just $25/mo!
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Ostensibly offering “enthusiast lifestyle genres,” FYI is a hodge-podge of home improvement and design, cars, outdoor recreation, and survival content.
If you want to cut the cord on your cable company but still stay on top of what’s happening in HOME.MADE.NATION, read on.
What Is FYI
FYI started life in 1998 as The Biography Channel, a spin-off of A&E. It was a place to reliably catch documentaries, including old episodes of A&E’s award-winning, then-flagship series Biography. When A&E started shifting toward more reality programming, The Biography Channel took over Biography and other edutainment shows from its parent.
In 2007, the network was rebranded as simply “Bio,” and programming correspondingly shifted to “true stories about fascinating people” and away from traditional biographies. In 2014, under the leadership of Jana Bennett (the person behind TLC’s successful metamorphosis into a reality channel), the network was rebranded again as “FYI,” a lifestyle channel.
FYI currently features content for home fixer-upper fans, automotive enthusiasts, and reality junkies. The network is owned by A+E Networks, which is also the parent company of A&E, Lifetime, History, Crime + Investigation, and Vice, and is in turn owned by Hearst Communications and Disney.
Other channels with a home improvement focus are HGTV and Magnolia Network (formerly DIY). Channels that feature relationship-themed reality TV shows are TLC and WE tv, and other car-enthusiast channels are MotorTrend and Choppertown.
FYI Programming
Today, the FYI channel is a series of marathons of some of A&E’s top shows of the past. These include Duck Dynasty, Wife Swap, Storage Wars, and Ice Road Truckers. It does have at least a few original shows currently airing:
- Barrett-Jackson Revved Up: The auction company behind the #1 event for car lovers shares highlights from its annual auctions.
- Sell This House!: Tanya Memme helps problem homes get sold.
- Tiny House World: This continuation of Tiny House Hunting and Tiny House Nation follows would-be tiny house-owners from around the globe.
- Man vs Child: Chef Showdown: Professional adult master chefs compete against culinary prodigies.
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Stream FYI
FYI is available on most live TV streaming services, though notably not on FuboTV or YouTube TV. From the cheapest (Philo) to the most expensive (DIRECTV STREAM), let’s look at the details.
Philo
Smart TV shoppers will love Philo, which provides over 65 channels for $25/mo, plus streaming on up to 3 devices and unlimited DVR storage. What you might not love is that it’s missing a lot of major, popular channels, like Bravo, USA, Disney, local network stations, and pretty much any sports or news channels.
If that didn’t make you blink, then you should know you do get FYI, A&E, Crime + Investigation, HGTV, History, Lifetime, Magnolia Network, MotorTrend, TLC, and WE tv. (Philo review)
Sling TV
Sling TV makes you work a little harder at set-up, but it pays off in providing choice. Choose either the Orange or Blue package for $40.00/mo (or $55.00/mo for both). FYI Network comes with the Lifestyle Extra, a $6/mo add-on that includes FYI plus LMN, Magnolia Network, WE tv, all the Hallmark channels, and more.
Both base packages contain A&E, HGTV, History, Lifetime, and Vice, but you’ll have to choose between Sling Blue with TLC or Sling Orange with MotorTrend. Both plans come with 50 hours of cloud DVR storage. (Sling TV review)
DIRECTV STREAM
DIRECTV STREAM (formerly AT&T TV) is everything you have come to expect from a telecom mega-company — except the long-term commitment. Get 75 to 140+ channels, depending on how much you want to pay. And you can switch plans (or cancel altogether) anytime you want.
Unlimited cloud DVR and devices on your home network plus all your local TV channels are included. To get FYI, you’ll have to get the Ultimate Package, which is $119.99/mo. It also has Magnolia Network, A&E, HGTV, MotorTrend, TLC, and WE tv. (DIRECTV STREAM review)
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Hulu + Live TV
Hulu + Live TV builds on the long-time success of Hulu’s on-demand library by adding over 85 live channels of basic cable goodness. It starts on the pricey side — $76.99/mo — but Disney+ and ESPN+ are included in that subscription price.
It comes with unlimited cloud DVR with 9 months of storage, which can be upgraded. The good news — great news! — is that FYI is also included in the base package, along with A&E, HGTV, History, Lifetime, MotorTrend, and TLC. You should be aware that AMC Networks channels and services (AMC, Sundance TV, IFC, WEtv, Shudder) are not included. (Hulu + Live TV review)
Vidgo
Vidgo is for people who like the idea of Philo but really want their news and sports. For $69.99/mo, you can get over 110 channels, including FYI, A&E, HGTV, History, Lifetime, Magnolia Network, MotorTrend, and TLC. True motorheads can check out Choppertown on the Premium Plan to see if it’s worth the $84.99/mo. (Vidgo review)
Other Ways to Stream FYI
- FrndlyTV: A true skinny bundle, 30+ channels for $7.99/mo, and that includes all the A+E channels, including FYI. Other networks run to documentaries and information (like The Weather Channel), family programming, and outdoor recreation.
- PlutoTV: A free streaming service provided by Paramount Global through a website and app, Pluto has a lot of episodes of a lot of FYI shows, totally free.
FYI Alternatives
Other viewing options depend on your favorite parts of FYI.
- HGTV: More home renovation, design, and selling. Popular shows include Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, Home Town, Celebrity IOU, and My Lottery Dream Home.
- Magnolia Network: Chip and Joanna Gaines of HGTV’s Fixer Upper explore more home improvement, restoration, and food.
- TLC: If you like Married at First Sight, you’ll love 90 Day Fiance and its many spin-offs, Love After Lockup, and Unexpected.
- WE tv: Looking for relationship reality on the next level? Check out Marriage Boot Camp, Braxton Family Values, and the hot mess that is Mama June.
- Bravo: Home of Real Housewives, Keeping Up With The Kardashians, and Below Deck, this is the destination for the ultimate in trash-TV guilty pleasures.
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TVs and Mobile Devices to Live Stream FYI
All the most popular devices in use today are supported by the live TV streaming services we’ve highlighted:
- Amazon Fire TV
- Android mobile devices
- Android TV
- Apple TV
- Google Chromecast
- iOS devices (iPhone, iPad)
- Roku
- Samsung Smart TVs
- Web browsers
- Xbox.
There are some exceptions. DIRECTV STREAM does not support Apple TV and Xbox. It does, however, offer its own device that you can purchase directly. Philo and Vidgo do not support Samsung smart TVs and Xbox gaming systems.
See the streaming reviews we linked to above for complete lists. Some services support other devices. For example, Hulu supports the PlayStation.
Today’s FYI Network Schedule
Here is today’s schedule in Eastern Time:
| Duck Dynasty – Friday Afternoon Lights Lil' Will's football team challenges assistant coach Willie and the adults to a scrimmage; Jep and Si join Kay for a water aerobics class at a local health club. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Grooming the Groom The guys take John Luke golfing and dispense marital advice prior to his engagement party; Kay and Si tag along when Kori shops for engagement presents. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Induckpendence Day Jase and the guys plan a fireworks extravaganza for the Robertson family's Fourth of July barbecue; Uncle Si becomes the subject of an exhibit at a local military museum. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Wild Wild Pest Jase and the guys utilize their skills at removing pests from other people's property; Sadie and John Luke are offered summer jobs at Willie's diner, but must first undergo training to become good employees. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Pit Perfect When Duck Commander sponsors a NASCAR race, Jase and the guys attempt to work as a pit crew; Willie and Korie challenge John Luke and his fiancée to a tennis match. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Pie Hard Willie and Alan ask Miss Kay to hand over her secret recipes in order to get her bakery off the ground; the workers in the duck call room drive to Mississippi for fried green tomato sandwiches. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Alan in Charge Willie hires Alan to work at Duck Commander, but his big brother becomes a control freak and wears out his welcome; the women practice their self-defense techniques on John Luke. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Inlawful Entry Missy's father convinces Jase to take him on a quail hunt; Willie helps John Luke start his own snow cone business. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Toad to Perdition The wives try to spend more quality time with their men by challenging Willie and his brothers to a "frogging" competition; Si and Miss Kay interrupt John Luke and Mary Kate's preparations for college. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Bingo Star Willie becomes seduced by the game of bingo after he accompanies Kay to a local tournament; Jase and Jep introduce the youngsters to entertaining outdoor mud activities. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Sadie's Choice Willie hopes that impending high-school graduate Sadie will decide to attend a local college; Mary Kate and John Luke attempt to prove to Phil that they haven't lost their Robertson roots. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Here Comes the Son Jase hires Reed to take his place at Duck Commander; Korie puts Willie on a vegetarian diet and exercise program in an effort to lower his blood pressure. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Techs and Balances Willie institutes a "no-tech week" when he feels his children spend too much time on their phones, but has difficulty participating in his own program; the guys attempt to stop a lice outbreak at Duck Commander. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Pie Hard Willie and Alan ask Miss Kay to hand over her secret recipes in order to get her bakery off the ground; the workers in the duck call room drive to Mississippi for fried green tomato sandwiches. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Alan in Charge Willie hires Alan to work at Duck Commander, but his big brother becomes a control freak and wears out his welcome; the women practice their self-defense techniques on John Luke. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Inlawful Entry Missy's father convinces Jase to take him on a quail hunt; Willie helps John Luke start his own snow cone business. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Toad to Perdition The wives try to spend more quality time with their men by challenging Willie and his brothers to a "frogging" competition; Si and Miss Kay interrupt John Luke and Mary Kate's preparations for college. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Bingo Star Willie becomes seduced by the game of bingo after he accompanies Kay to a local tournament; Jase and Jep introduce the youngsters to entertaining outdoor mud activities. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Sadie's Choice Willie hopes that impending high-school graduate Sadie will decide to attend a local college; Mary Kate and John Luke attempt to prove to Phil that they haven't lost their Robertson roots. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Here Comes the Son Jase hires Reed to take his place at Duck Commander; Korie puts Willie on a vegetarian diet and exercise program in an effort to lower his blood pressure. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Techs and Balances Willie institutes a "no-tech week" when he feels his children spend too much time on their phones, but has difficulty participating in his own program; the guys attempt to stop a lice outbreak at Duck Commander. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Lake Boss Jase plans a trip to the lake when Korie seeks ideas for celebrating Willie's birthday; Phil and the grandchildren hunt for a racoon that has taken up shelter in the lake house. | |
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| Parking Wars Garfield and Sherry go on the chase when a Philly citizen speeds off with the boot on; all bets are off when Ponytail confronts two screaming women who gamble with illegal parking in Detroit. | |
| Parking Wars A mother and her son cause a fracas when they cut to the front of the line at the lot; Richie faces his nightmare beat when his Jersey Shore hairdo is threatened by the rain; Kim meets opposition as she tries to clear the road for street cleaners. | |
| Parking Wars Enraged stalker in Philadelphia; woman booted in Detroit during her job interview. | |
| Parking Wars Rodney and Sonjia are challenged by an irate man claiming he's a sovereign; everyone at the lot tries to help an elderly woman retrieve the car that her grandson caused to be towed, only to discover an unpleasant surprise in the front seat. | |
| Parking Wars Jeff tickets foulmouthed truck drivers who are unloading freight and insults in a no-stopping zone; Sherry dares Garfield to dye his hair to match their most booted car color that day. | |
| Parking Wars Clerical errors create havoc for a frustrated man trying to reclaim his impounded vehicle, while Gina is bombarded with outrageous excuses from illegal South Street parkers; Rodney and Sonjia dampen holiday spirits on the coldest day of the year. | |
| Parking Wars Two women scramble to retrieve the car that a valet had towed during their night of partying; Garfield and Sherry boot some unhappy citizens as they hunt scofflaws; ticket writer Robert tries to teach old dogs new tricks. | |
| Parking Wars Holiday magic can't spare Ponytail from the wrath of an angry Detroit taxi driver; a woman's troubles are just beginning after a long search for her stolen car leads her to the Philly impound lot. | |
| Parking Wars At the impound lot, a man tries to recover his rental car that was towed when he took his wife to the hospital; Shawn is besieged by angry Philadelphia citizens. | |
| Parking Wars Shawn faces off with parking violators as he tries to keep the streets safe for kids; relationships get strained over impounded cars at the lot; tow driver John deals with outraged bystanders as he tries to tow cars. | |
| Parking Wars A frustrated man with a long list of excuses tests Yolanda's patience at the impound lot; supervisor Eula rescues Brian from an angry woman disputing her ticket on Cinco de Mayo; Mike struggles to communicate with African brothers. | |
| Parking Wars A new resident gets his car towed on his first day in Philadelphia; Shawn can't keep up with the tickets in front of a famous hoagie shop; Neema is the only female tow driver on the squad. | |
| Duck Dynasty – A Decent Proposal Reed proposes to his girlfriend, inspiring Jase to get romantic with Missy; Uncle Si senses a business opportunity when Willie gets recruited to be a guest lecturer at one of Sadie's classes. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Wild Wild West Monroe Jase and Jep argue over who should inherit their grandfather's old rifle; Willie and Korie rehearse a Taiwanese engagement ceremony with Rebecca as she prepares to travel to Taiwan with her fiancé. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Father Knows Pest Jase must rid the neighborhood of a pesky beaver; Willie and Si argue over which of them makes the better driving instructor after Little Will receives his learner's permit. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Half in the Bag The guys cause Si to lose his job as a bagger at a grocery store; Korie resorts to bribery in order to persuade Willie to get some much-needed dental work. | |
| Duck Dynasty – The Ducket List After Uncle Si has a brush with death, he decides to create a bucket list; Kay tries to prove that she graduated from high school. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Flock and Key Si's nephews help him transport a storage container to his backyard, but things take a turn when Jep becomes locked inside the unit; a clueless Jase helps Mia prepare for her cheerleading competition. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Ball in the Family Willie calls upon kin to help him settle an old score when rival Phillip McMillan challenges him to a game of dodgeball; Si suspects his cat is unfaithful and spending time with another family. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Sweet Home Louisiana The Robertson family helps ready Jessica and Jep's new home in Willie and Jase's neighborhood; the guys seek the perfect housewarming gift for Jep. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Drone Survivor Jase and Phil's disagreement over whether humans in a duck blind can be spotted from the air leads Jep to purchase a drone; Si visits the chiropractor for a spinal adjustment. | |
| Duck Dynasty – Children of the Cornbread A competitive cook-off ensues after the Robertson brothers debate which of their wives makes the best cornbread; Jep, Martin and Godwin's practical joke on Uncle Si backfires. |
Wrapping Up
So whether you came for the matchmaker drama and stayed for the house flipping or vice versa, you don’t need your cable company to keep up with what’s going on with Rachel Ray’s Italian Dream Home.
Sign up for one of the streaming services listed above, and prepare to demolish that cable bill. A good choice is Philo for just $25/mo (Try Philo free for 7 days.).
FAQs
What happened to the Canadian FYI?
FYI in Canada was distributed by Corus Entertainment. In 2019, Canadian service providers started notifying customers that three specialty TV channels would be removed from service: IFC Canada, CosmoTV, and FYI. It is widely speculated that Corus was simply weeding out niche channels with lower viewership.
Why doesn’t YouTube TV have FYI?
Because you don’t want to pay $100+ a month for your TV, or you may as well just go back to cable, streaming services pick and choice what channels they offer. Media companies — NBCUniversal, Paramount Global, Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, etc — charge TV providers to carry their channels. Typically, carriage fees are on a per-channel, per-subscriber basis. And more valuable channels command higher fees.
In order to keep subscription rates down, YouTube TV — and FuboTV as well — decided to pass on A+E channels. It’s the same reason why Hulu + Live TV doesn’t carry AMC, Fubo doesn’t carry Warner channels, and Philo doesn’t have anything more expensive than Discovery.
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