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Channels removed from YouTube TV will affect subscribers beginning Sept. 30, 2026, when the streaming platform eliminates Court TV, Tastemade and The Young Turks from its channel lineup.
YouTube TV announced the change in an email to customers on Sept. 11. The notice said the three channels would no longer be available after the end of the month, including both live programming and content subscribers may have recorded in their YouTube TV libraries.
The announcement gives affected viewers a short window to watch any saved programs they want to finish before access ends. YouTube TV also directed subscribers to the broader YouTube platform, where select content from the three channels will remain available.
Which channels are being removed from YouTube TV?
The lineup change involves three recognizable brands with different programming focuses. Court TV is known for courtroom coverage and true-crime content. Tastemade features food, travel, lifestyle and home programming, while The Young Turks offers news and political commentary.
- Court TV
- Tastemade
- The Young Turks
YouTube TVās customer email specifically stated that the change applies to live content as well as recordings saved from those channels. That means subscribers should not assume previously recorded programs will remain accessible after the removal date.
Important Tastemade changes subscribers should know
The changes extend beyond Tastemadeās standard channel. YouTube TV will also discontinue access to Tastemade EspaƱol and Tastemade in 4K.
The Tastemade brand has featured lifestyle and cooking programming, including āJamie Oliverās Money-Saving Meals.ā Viewers who use the service for recipe shows, travel series or home-focused content may want to look for alternatives before the channel disappears.
The announcement did not provide additional details about the business reason behind the decision. It also did not indicate whether the channels might return to YouTube TV in the future. For now, the effective date remains Sept. 30, 2026.
Where can viewers watch the channelsā content?
YouTube TV said subscribers can continue watching select content from Court TV, Tastemade and The Young Turks on YouTube. The wording is important because it does not promise that every live program, episode or recorded title will be transferred to the platform.
Viewers may therefore see a difference between the traditional YouTube TV experience and what is available on YouTube. YouTube TV provides a paid live television package with channel-based programming and cloud recordings, while YouTube offers a broader mix of official videos, clips and other content.
Subscribers who regularly watch these channels should check the official pages for each brand on YouTube after the removal date. Availability may vary by program, episode and format.
What should YouTube TV subscribers do now?
Customers do not need to take action to remain subscribed to YouTube TV, but affected viewers may want to review their viewing habits before Sept. 30. The most useful steps include:
- Watch important saved recordings before the deadline.
- Review upcoming programs from the three departing channels.
- Search YouTube for official content from Court TV, Tastemade and The Young Turks.
- Check whether Tastemade EspaƱol or Tastemade in 4K is part of your regular viewing.
- Compare available programming before considering another television service.
The removal is another reminder that streaming television lineups can change quickly. Unlike traditional cable packages, streaming services regularly adjust channel agreements, programming options and premium features. A channel available today may not be included months later, even when viewers have saved content from it.
For YouTube TV customers, the key date is Sept. 30, 2026. After that day, Court TV, Tastemade and The Young Turks will no longer be part of the service, and access to Tastemade EspaƱol and Tastemade in 4K will also end. Select content will remain available on YouTube, according to the customer notice reported by The Detroit News.
Frequently asked questions
Which channels are being removed from YouTube TV?
YouTube TV is removing Court TV, Tastemade and The Young Turks from its lineup on Sept. 30, 2026.
Will saved recordings from these channels still work?
No. YouTube TV said the change includes content saved in subscribersā libraries from the affected channels.
Is Tastemade EspaƱol also leaving YouTube TV?
Yes. YouTube TV will also discontinue access to Tastemade EspaƱol and Tastemade in 4K.
Can viewers still watch content from these channels?
YouTube TV said select content from Court TV, Tastemade and The Young Turks will remain available on YouTube.
