Adventure Athletes Chosen for 2006 NEVADA PASSAGE Reality Television Program
Eighteen of 20 athletes from nine states are confirmed to compete in the second annual NEVADA PASSAGE made-for-TV adventure competition May 8-13. The athletes will be filmed as they compete in six athletic challenges in six days for the second episode of THE NEVADA PASSAGE adventure reality show, Lt. Gov. Lorraine Hunt announced
. Last year´s Nevada Passage champions, firefighters Brian Rothell of Richmond, Va., and Erin Price of Greensboro, N.C., will return to compete against nine new co-ed teams of accountants, developers, entrepreneurs, financiers, journalists, medics, personal trainers, sheriffs and teachers. Selection of the man-woman journalist team will be announced later this month.
The Nevada Commission on Tourism (NCOT), which sponsors THE NEVADA PASSAGE, expects a national television audience of 2 million people in more than 80 markets to see the hour-long show during syndication from August 2006 to February 2007. NCOT is also making THE NEVADA PASSAGE available to Internet users around the globe online at www.nevadapassage.com, where visitors can watch the show or download it to a video iPod(R) or other portable video player. The 2005 NEVADA PASSAGE video is online and the 2006 episode is expected to be available online after syndication closes in February 2007.
"THE NEVADA PASSAGE plays a key role in our efforts to build Nevada´s reputation as a premier adventure destination by taking our ruggedly beautiful landscapes and opportunities for adventure right into the homes of millions of television viewers and Internet users," Hunt, NCOT chair, said.
Four Nevadans were selected to compete in The Nevada Passage: Brian Atkinson, Lynn Henderson and Nate Simonson of Reno and Tim Sprague of Las Vegas. Athletes from Alabama, California, Colorado, Minnesota, North Carolina, New York, Pennsylvania and Virginia also are confirmed to participate.
"The Nevada Passage brings people who were born for adventure to the state that´s made for adventure," NCOT Director Bruce Bommarito said. "When they´re not fighting fires, teaching, or renovating buildings these athletes tend to spend their time enjoying the outdoors, and I know that they are going to have a thrilling experience in Nevada."
Covering more than 1,000 miles across the state, the athletes will compete in a mix of traditional and off-beat sports that includes recumbent bicycling near Battle Mountain, a ranch hand rodeo in Winnemucca, railroad handcar races in the historic mining town of Virginia City, mountain biking on developed trails near Austin, autocross racing in Pahrump and Jet Skiing on the Colorado River in Laughlin. After each day of competition, the teams will travel to the site of the next day´s event.
The roster of confirmed athletes, which is subject to change, lists the competitors by name, age, profession and city of residence, with the woman´s name first:
Accountants:
Linda Lindsay, 41, bookkeeper from Petaluma, Calif.
Nate Simonson, 28, credit analyst from Reno, Nev.
Developers:
Gina DeTolve, 37, project engineer from Valencia, Calif.
Ken Robins, 43, owner of a building renovation company from Cutchogue, N.Y.
Entrepreneurs:
Janet Soule, 43, owner of an events management company from Davis, Calif.
Casey Fannin, 45, owner of an auto parts recycling company from Birmingham, Ala.
Financiers:
Rebecca Batizy, 30, financial adviser from Boulder, Colo.
Tim Sprague, 46, vice president of finance for a home building corporation from Las Vegas, Nev. (turns 47 before event begins)
Firefighters:
Erin Price, 29, firefighter from Greensboro, N.C.
Brian Rothell, 42, firefighter from Richmond, Va.
Journalists:
To be announced
Medics:
Elizabeth Kollen, 25, registered nurse from Minneapolis, Minn.
Richard Costello, 38, emergency medical technician from Warmister, Pa. (turns 39 before event begins)
Sheriffs:
Ana Maria Gill, 38, law enforcement officer from Long Beach, Calif.
Brian Atkinson, 29, law enforcement officer from Reno, Nev.
Teachers:
Laura Home, 32, sixth-grade science teacher from Santa Cruz, Calif.
Howard Greenfield, 30, sixth-grade science teacher from Albany, N.Y.
Trainers: Lynn Henderson, 46, personal fitness trainer from Reno, Nev.
Jay Hachadoorian, 33, personal fitness trainer from New York, N.Y.
Adventure-seekers interested in watching THE NEVADA PASSAGE on TV can find the syndication schedule at http://www.nevadapassage.com/ beginning in May.
Wednesday, April 05, 2006
Tuesday, April 04, 2006
Drexel University Taking Part in New Reality Series BACK ON CAMPUS For ABC Family
Four Drexel University Students and Their Parents Subject of ABC Family Series BACK ON CAMPUS
The last thing college students would think about is going to school with one of their parents. For four students at Drexel University, going to classes and sharing their dorm rooms with their parents became a reality and the focus of ABC Family´s reality series BACK ON CAMPUS.
The show will premiere at 10 p.m. ET, April 8 on ABC Family with back-to-back half-hour episodes and air with two episodes on three subsequent Saturdays. Each week, viewers will get a chance to trail the college lives of Phil Marino Jr., Susan Seborg, Leighton Phillips and Julie Ciccarone as they cram for tests, host parties and attend classes with their parents, Phil Marino Sr., Kevin Seborg, Damaris Phillips and Charlene Ciccarone.
The parents will get a chance to live the college experience they missed out on as they enroll at Drexel for one term. The parents´ encounter will bring to them a completely different perspective on theirs and their childrens´ lives. From getting a part-time job to cramming for finals, the parents are involved in everything.
For Damaris Phillips, BACK ON CAMPUS is a way to experience what she missed when she chose motherhood over college; Kevin Seborg wants to reconnect with his daughter; Phil Marino Sr. would like to get the "smartness" college has to offer; and Charlene Ciccarone is ready to have some fun. But will their mortified kids be ready to share their lives and their space with their parents?
The last thing college students would think about is going to school with one of their parents. For four students at Drexel University, going to classes and sharing their dorm rooms with their parents became a reality and the focus of ABC Family´s reality series BACK ON CAMPUS.
The show will premiere at 10 p.m. ET, April 8 on ABC Family with back-to-back half-hour episodes and air with two episodes on three subsequent Saturdays. Each week, viewers will get a chance to trail the college lives of Phil Marino Jr., Susan Seborg, Leighton Phillips and Julie Ciccarone as they cram for tests, host parties and attend classes with their parents, Phil Marino Sr., Kevin Seborg, Damaris Phillips and Charlene Ciccarone.
The parents will get a chance to live the college experience they missed out on as they enroll at Drexel for one term. The parents´ encounter will bring to them a completely different perspective on theirs and their childrens´ lives. From getting a part-time job to cramming for finals, the parents are involved in everything.
For Damaris Phillips, BACK ON CAMPUS is a way to experience what she missed when she chose motherhood over college; Kevin Seborg wants to reconnect with his daughter; Phil Marino Sr. would like to get the "smartness" college has to offer; and Charlene Ciccarone is ready to have some fun. But will their mortified kids be ready to share their lives and their space with their parents?
Fox Sports Announces EL RETO FINAL NISSAN - Reality Show With One-Of-A-Kind Soccer Match With USA And Mexico
Nissan Launches EL RETO FINAL NISSAN Reality Show; Five-Part Original Programming Entitled EL RETO FINAL NISSAN Will Premiere on Fox Sports en Espanol in April
For the first time ever, U.S. and Mexico soccer fans will get a chance to relive old memories with EL RETO FINAL NISSAN, a five-part reality show and a one-of-a-kind soccer match that will crown North America´s ultimate champion once and for all. The groundbreaking reality series will air exclusively in Spanish on Fox Sports en Espanol, starting on Sunday, April 16, at 11 p.m. ET/8 p.m. PT. The historic rematch, which will take place at The Home Depot Center in Carson, California, on Sunday, May 21, will be telecasted live in Spanish by Fox Sports en Espanol and in English on Fox Soccer Channel.
"EL RETO FINAL NISSAN is a unique programming concept that celebrates the passion fans have for soccer, their team, and their rivals," said Jan Thompson, vice president of marketing for Nissan North America. "It´s a natural fit for Nissan to own this type of innovative, branded entertainment because it´s bold, exciting, and represents a ´shift´ in soccer telecasts. Overall, it will be a fun program to follow for all soccer enthusiasts gearing up for the World Cup season."
In 1997, Mexico and the U.S. competed with each other twice to qualify for the 1998 World Cup. Both games resulted in a draw. This time, there will be no draw thanks to EL RETO FINAL NISSAN. The reality series tells the story of the original matches and of the intense competition that characterizes them through archival footage of the games and interviews with the players and devoted fans. In five, unscripted episodes, players who qualified for the U.S. and Mexico teams nine years ago will be ambushed, persuaded to join their former colleagues, and put through intense training sessions and practices to prepare them for the rematch. The program´s host, known only as George, will lead viewers through the excitement.
"We´re proud to partner with Nissan to bring our viewers and Latino soccer enthusiasts what will undoubtedly be one of this year´s must-watch television events," said David Sternberg, executive vice president and general manager of Fox Sports en Espanol. "EL RETO FINAL NISSAN is the perfect complement to our year-long, exclusive coverage of the best in Latin American soccer. This unprecedented reality series and historic encounter between Mexico and the United States is just one example of what our viewers can expect as Fox Sports en Espanol continues to expand beyond traditional advertising and break new ground in branded entertainment programming."
Fans and soccer enthusiasts interested in learning more about EL RETO FINAL NISSAN should visit www.nissanusa.com/espanol where they can click on the EL RETO FINAL NISSAN logo for background information on their favorite teams, player profiles, programming details and news updates. Fans can also enter, via the website, a national sweepstakes where three grand-prize winners will receive a deluxe trip for four to the final match at The Home Depot Center in California. Winners will participate in a meet-and-greet with the players and coaches, a behind-the-scenes tour of The Home Depot Center, as well as exclusive access to a deluxe-viewing suite with catering and player appearances. Tickets for the May 21st rematch can be purchased through Ticketmaster.
For the first time ever, U.S. and Mexico soccer fans will get a chance to relive old memories with EL RETO FINAL NISSAN, a five-part reality show and a one-of-a-kind soccer match that will crown North America´s ultimate champion once and for all. The groundbreaking reality series will air exclusively in Spanish on Fox Sports en Espanol, starting on Sunday, April 16, at 11 p.m. ET/8 p.m. PT. The historic rematch, which will take place at The Home Depot Center in Carson, California, on Sunday, May 21, will be telecasted live in Spanish by Fox Sports en Espanol and in English on Fox Soccer Channel.
"EL RETO FINAL NISSAN is a unique programming concept that celebrates the passion fans have for soccer, their team, and their rivals," said Jan Thompson, vice president of marketing for Nissan North America. "It´s a natural fit for Nissan to own this type of innovative, branded entertainment because it´s bold, exciting, and represents a ´shift´ in soccer telecasts. Overall, it will be a fun program to follow for all soccer enthusiasts gearing up for the World Cup season."
In 1997, Mexico and the U.S. competed with each other twice to qualify for the 1998 World Cup. Both games resulted in a draw. This time, there will be no draw thanks to EL RETO FINAL NISSAN. The reality series tells the story of the original matches and of the intense competition that characterizes them through archival footage of the games and interviews with the players and devoted fans. In five, unscripted episodes, players who qualified for the U.S. and Mexico teams nine years ago will be ambushed, persuaded to join their former colleagues, and put through intense training sessions and practices to prepare them for the rematch. The program´s host, known only as George, will lead viewers through the excitement.
"We´re proud to partner with Nissan to bring our viewers and Latino soccer enthusiasts what will undoubtedly be one of this year´s must-watch television events," said David Sternberg, executive vice president and general manager of Fox Sports en Espanol. "EL RETO FINAL NISSAN is the perfect complement to our year-long, exclusive coverage of the best in Latin American soccer. This unprecedented reality series and historic encounter between Mexico and the United States is just one example of what our viewers can expect as Fox Sports en Espanol continues to expand beyond traditional advertising and break new ground in branded entertainment programming."
Fans and soccer enthusiasts interested in learning more about EL RETO FINAL NISSAN should visit www.nissanusa.com/espanol where they can click on the EL RETO FINAL NISSAN logo for background information on their favorite teams, player profiles, programming details and news updates. Fans can also enter, via the website, a national sweepstakes where three grand-prize winners will receive a deluxe trip for four to the final match at The Home Depot Center in California. Winners will participate in a meet-and-greet with the players and coaches, a behind-the-scenes tour of The Home Depot Center, as well as exclusive access to a deluxe-viewing suite with catering and player appearances. Tickets for the May 21st rematch can be purchased through Ticketmaster.
MSN Teaming Up With Second Season of ROCK STAR - Includes Video Streaming and Highlights
Mark Burnett Productions and MSN Renew and Enhance Interactive Relationship for Season Two of CBS´ ROCK STAR
MSN today announced that it is renewing and enhancing its relationship with Mark Burnett Productions by again providing exclusive programming online for the second season of CBS´ ROCK STAR, the reality show that revived the fortunes of international rock band INXS. For the first time, weekly behind-the-scenes episodes containing all original footage will be streamed exclusively on the Web on MSN(R).
Following last year´s success, MSN will again create dynamic content and provide interactive online features such as domestic and international online voting, extending the interactive experience for the CBS TV audience and MSN customers.
Just as in season one, four types of content will be available each week: extensive and immersive behind-the-scenes unscripted drama (produced exclusively for MSN); one performance show and one results show (both produced exclusively for CBS); and, like last year, extensive original wireless content. The MSN behind-the-scenes unscripted drama will allow viewers to learn what it takes for the contestants to choose their songs and prepare for their weekly performances, and follow the characters as they develop and grow under enormous pressure. It will be available at http://rockstar.msn.com/, enabling on-demand viewing via streaming.
In addition, MSN will again host the official Web site, providing visitors with a VIP celebrity experience through exclusive video footage that includes outtakes, the opportunity to replay contestant performances, music downloads, profiles of contestants, and MSN Spaces contestant blogs. During the show´s first season, MSN drew a tremendous number of visitors streaming over 20 million clips of superstar hopefuls competing to become the new lead singer of INXS. Recordings by all finalists appeared in the top 100 most downloaded tracks on MSN Music, and more than 14 million votes were cast online for contestants in the competition.
"MSN did a fabulous job of extending and enhancing the ROCK STAR experience for consumers with fantastic online content," said Mark Burnett, creator and executive producer of "CBS´s Rock Star." "Our television ratings increased as viewers used MSN to learn more about the contestants and chat with other fans in forming opinions. They began to learn way more than is possible in a traditional TV experience. Fans were taken deep inside the competition using MSN´s impressive array of online content properties. By increasing our online unscripted drama content and providing an even more immersive experience through behind-the-scenes episodes exclusive to MSN, we expect ratings to grow even further. In this day and age, content needs to be multiplatform, and I am excited about our growing relationship with MSN."
This year, a lead singer will be selected for a new band, Supernova, featuring famous musicians such as drummer Tommy Lee (Motley Crue), Jason Newsted (Metallica) and Gilby Clarke (Guns N´ Roses). Butch Walker, Rolling Stone´s 2005 "Hot" Producer of the Year responsible for the breakout albums of Pink and Avril Lavigne, is slated to produce the band´s first album. Dave Navarro and Brooke Burke will return as hosts, and each week the series will feature guest appearances by various celebrities and rock personalities.
"We´re delighted to again work with Mark Burnett and his team on ROCK STAR," said Rob Bennett, general manager of Entertainment and Video for MSN. "Millions of music fans will have the digital equivalent of an all-access pass to the backstage excitement and suspense of the band´s search for a lead singer. We welcome this opportunity to deliver an extraordinarily rich and varied entertainment experience to our customers and to once again provide advertisers with multiple platforms to reach a very attractive audience."
MSN today announced that it is renewing and enhancing its relationship with Mark Burnett Productions by again providing exclusive programming online for the second season of CBS´ ROCK STAR, the reality show that revived the fortunes of international rock band INXS. For the first time, weekly behind-the-scenes episodes containing all original footage will be streamed exclusively on the Web on MSN(R).
Following last year´s success, MSN will again create dynamic content and provide interactive online features such as domestic and international online voting, extending the interactive experience for the CBS TV audience and MSN customers.
Just as in season one, four types of content will be available each week: extensive and immersive behind-the-scenes unscripted drama (produced exclusively for MSN); one performance show and one results show (both produced exclusively for CBS); and, like last year, extensive original wireless content. The MSN behind-the-scenes unscripted drama will allow viewers to learn what it takes for the contestants to choose their songs and prepare for their weekly performances, and follow the characters as they develop and grow under enormous pressure. It will be available at http://rockstar.msn.com/, enabling on-demand viewing via streaming.
In addition, MSN will again host the official Web site, providing visitors with a VIP celebrity experience through exclusive video footage that includes outtakes, the opportunity to replay contestant performances, music downloads, profiles of contestants, and MSN Spaces contestant blogs. During the show´s first season, MSN drew a tremendous number of visitors streaming over 20 million clips of superstar hopefuls competing to become the new lead singer of INXS. Recordings by all finalists appeared in the top 100 most downloaded tracks on MSN Music, and more than 14 million votes were cast online for contestants in the competition.
"MSN did a fabulous job of extending and enhancing the ROCK STAR experience for consumers with fantastic online content," said Mark Burnett, creator and executive producer of "CBS´s Rock Star." "Our television ratings increased as viewers used MSN to learn more about the contestants and chat with other fans in forming opinions. They began to learn way more than is possible in a traditional TV experience. Fans were taken deep inside the competition using MSN´s impressive array of online content properties. By increasing our online unscripted drama content and providing an even more immersive experience through behind-the-scenes episodes exclusive to MSN, we expect ratings to grow even further. In this day and age, content needs to be multiplatform, and I am excited about our growing relationship with MSN."
This year, a lead singer will be selected for a new band, Supernova, featuring famous musicians such as drummer Tommy Lee (Motley Crue), Jason Newsted (Metallica) and Gilby Clarke (Guns N´ Roses). Butch Walker, Rolling Stone´s 2005 "Hot" Producer of the Year responsible for the breakout albums of Pink and Avril Lavigne, is slated to produce the band´s first album. Dave Navarro and Brooke Burke will return as hosts, and each week the series will feature guest appearances by various celebrities and rock personalities.
"We´re delighted to again work with Mark Burnett and his team on ROCK STAR," said Rob Bennett, general manager of Entertainment and Video for MSN. "Millions of music fans will have the digital equivalent of an all-access pass to the backstage excitement and suspense of the band´s search for a lead singer. We welcome this opportunity to deliver an extraordinarily rich and varied entertainment experience to our customers and to once again provide advertisers with multiple platforms to reach a very attractive audience."
KING OF CARS Premieres Tonight - New Reality Show About Las Vegas Used Car Business
Tonight on A&E, the new reality TV show KING OF CARS will make it´s premiere at 10:00pm EST/PST.
Meet Chop AKA "The King Of Cars" who runs a mega successful auto empire in Vegas. 80% of his sales come from THE CHOP SHOW - a cult infomercial where his salesmen dress in wacky costumes as he "Chops" prices.
In the tough world of car sales where most don´t buy, we follow Chop as he pushes his sales crew to sell 40 cars on a single Saturday. Today he has his eye on two of his salesmen. Ali has only been selling cars for a few months and wants to prove himself to Chop while facing a challenging customer. And Barry, the class clown of the dealership, needs a sale to get out of his slump - but sealing the deal comes at an unusual price.
In the premiere episode, to boost business on a slow day, Chop creates a challenge between two sales teams to sell the most cars. At stake - the leader of the losing team must wear a Showgirl outfit on that night´s taping of "The Chop Show" - Chop´s cult hit infomercial where his salesmen dress in wacky costumes as he "Chops" prices. With their pride on the line Team leaders Deeter and Tino go head to head, fighting down to the wire for every deal, as Chop counts down to the show.
Meet Chop AKA "The King Of Cars" who runs a mega successful auto empire in Vegas. 80% of his sales come from THE CHOP SHOW - a cult infomercial where his salesmen dress in wacky costumes as he "Chops" prices.
In the tough world of car sales where most don´t buy, we follow Chop as he pushes his sales crew to sell 40 cars on a single Saturday. Today he has his eye on two of his salesmen. Ali has only been selling cars for a few months and wants to prove himself to Chop while facing a challenging customer. And Barry, the class clown of the dealership, needs a sale to get out of his slump - but sealing the deal comes at an unusual price.
In the premiere episode, to boost business on a slow day, Chop creates a challenge between two sales teams to sell the most cars. At stake - the leader of the losing team must wear a Showgirl outfit on that night´s taping of "The Chop Show" - Chop´s cult hit infomercial where his salesmen dress in wacky costumes as he "Chops" prices. With their pride on the line Team leaders Deeter and Tino go head to head, fighting down to the wire for every deal, as Chop counts down to the show.
Monday, April 03, 2006
EXTREME MAKEOVER: HOME EDITION Heads To Kentucky - Honors Teacher And Police Officer
Kentucky´s Teacher And Police Officer Of The Year Award Recipients Will Be Honored With A Beautiful New Home Courtesy Of ABC´S EXTREME MAKEOVER: HOME EDITION
Michelle and Brian Hassall of Berry, KY, two deserving community leaders who´ve faced adversity in the past few years, have gotten the remarkable news that they will receive a beautiful and renovated home in seven days courtesy of EXTREME MAKEOVER: HOME EDITION. The episode will air Sunday, April 16 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.
The Hassalls are loved in their community: Michelle, a violinist, teaches choir at the local high school and was recognized as Teacher of the Year. Brian, a 17-year veteran of the police force, was just named Police Officer of the Year. Despite being shot in the line of duty, he continues to do the job he loves and keeps the community safe at night. However the Hassall house is literally keeping this loving family apart!
Brian works the night shift because he suffers from migraines triggered by daylight. The only place he can sleep is in their damp, dark, windowless basement. Michelle, battling a blood disorder and now lymphoma cancer, can´t be in the basement for any length of time because of the dampness, mold and mildew caused by the home´s many plumbing problems. Her fragile immune system can´t handle any further sickness.
Michelle and Brian also have two adopted children, Alex (6), a beautiful African American girl and Sam (3), a special needs child from China born with a cleft palate. They were one happy family until Michelle was diagnosed just nine months later with lymphoma.
Unfortunately, every time they try to remodel their home to fit the needs of their special family, something terrible happens - whether it´s Brian getting shot, Michelle going through chemotherapy or little Sam needing another operation for his birth defect. With their medical and mortgage bills, the Hassalls have been unable to improve their home. All they want is to be able to cherish each day together and spend more time together. In this episode of EXTREME MAKEOVER: HOME EDITION, this unique family, comprised of four unique people, will finally feel like one family under one roof!
While Ty and the gang, along with the hundreds of workers and volunteers and Coalition of Builders led by Sosbe Construction of Kentucky and John Henry Homes of Ohio, build a house to fit this diverse family in KY, the Hassalls will go on vacation to Walt Disney World.
Michelle and Brian Hassall of Berry, KY, two deserving community leaders who´ve faced adversity in the past few years, have gotten the remarkable news that they will receive a beautiful and renovated home in seven days courtesy of EXTREME MAKEOVER: HOME EDITION. The episode will air Sunday, April 16 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.
The Hassalls are loved in their community: Michelle, a violinist, teaches choir at the local high school and was recognized as Teacher of the Year. Brian, a 17-year veteran of the police force, was just named Police Officer of the Year. Despite being shot in the line of duty, he continues to do the job he loves and keeps the community safe at night. However the Hassall house is literally keeping this loving family apart!
Brian works the night shift because he suffers from migraines triggered by daylight. The only place he can sleep is in their damp, dark, windowless basement. Michelle, battling a blood disorder and now lymphoma cancer, can´t be in the basement for any length of time because of the dampness, mold and mildew caused by the home´s many plumbing problems. Her fragile immune system can´t handle any further sickness.
Michelle and Brian also have two adopted children, Alex (6), a beautiful African American girl and Sam (3), a special needs child from China born with a cleft palate. They were one happy family until Michelle was diagnosed just nine months later with lymphoma.
Unfortunately, every time they try to remodel their home to fit the needs of their special family, something terrible happens - whether it´s Brian getting shot, Michelle going through chemotherapy or little Sam needing another operation for his birth defect. With their medical and mortgage bills, the Hassalls have been unable to improve their home. All they want is to be able to cherish each day together and spend more time together. In this episode of EXTREME MAKEOVER: HOME EDITION, this unique family, comprised of four unique people, will finally feel like one family under one roof!
While Ty and the gang, along with the hundreds of workers and volunteers and Coalition of Builders led by Sosbe Construction of Kentucky and John Henry Homes of Ohio, build a house to fit this diverse family in KY, the Hassalls will go on vacation to Walt Disney World.
Spike TV Announces Two New Shows About Guys Being Guys - RAISING THE ROOFS And THE DUDESONS
Spike TV Adds a Mix of Insanity, Absurdity & Mayhem to New Comedy Block Starting Thursday, July 6
Network Debuts Unscripted Comedy RAISING THE ROOFS and Introduces Hit International Sensation, THE DUDESONS
What happens when a Hollywood actor invites his back-country family to Los Angeles for an extended vacation? Or when a group of four daredevil life-long friends from the Arctic Circle turn the mundane realities of everyday life into crazy stunts, laughter and occasional pain? Find out with Spike TV'´s new comedy-themed original programming block starting Thursday, July 6 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT).
"BOTH RAISING THE ROOFS and THE DUDESONS are about guys being guys, and all that entails," said Sharon Levy, Senior Vice President, Alternative Programming for Spike TV. "The comedy comes from the natural bonds of family and lifelong friends. But I don´t know anyone with families like these, complete with never ending pranks, uncontrolled bodily functions, and physical stunts that land them in the hospital."
RAISING THE ROOFS (10:00-10:30 PM, ET/PT) is a six-episode unscripted comedy series that stars working actor Michael Roof, Jr., and his prank- pulling, beer-swilling, over-the-top, back-country family. Michael Jr. was born and raised in a small town of Dunnellon, Florida, with a population of 2,000, where his extended family still resides. In search of fame and fortune, he moved to Hollywood and has landed a number of supporting roles in films such as "The Dukes of Hazzard," "Black Hawk Down" and "XXX." Michael Jr. is a working actor, but to his family and his hometown, he is a bona fide celebrity. RAISING THE ROOFS explores what happens when his family - his father, Michael Sr. and Uncle Stevie -- pack their bags, their pet pig, Babe Roof the Fifth, and take on the bright lights and big city of Los Angeles for an open ended visit. Can these small town, larger-than-life characters adapt to big city life? And more importantly, will Michael Jr. and his career survive the family´s visit?
Spike TV introduces America to the international sensation, THE DUDESONS (10:30-11:00 PM, ET/PT), a huge hit for the past four years on Finnish TV. This extreme stunt comedy comes to Spike TV with eight episodes and features the wild antics of four loveable, yet lunatic childhood best friends who live life to the fullest in the desolate Arctic Circle. Despite broken bones, countless trips to the hospital and near death experiences, THE DUDESONS continue to perform the craziest and most dangerous stunts imaginable. From perilous car and motorcycle jumps to indoor bonfires to being a human dartboard, life holds no limits and there are no rules in these inventive comedic skits.
RAISING THE ROOFS is produced by The Jay & Tony Show, Inc. Jay Blumenfeld and Anthony Marsh (AMERICA UNDERCOVER: SMALLTOWN ECSTASY, THE MISSY ELLIOTT PROJECT, FAMILY BUSINESS) will serve as Executive Producers. THE DUDESONS is produced by Rabbit Films, Ltd. Sharon Levy, Senior Vice President of Alternative Programming is executive in charge of production for Spike TV.
Network Debuts Unscripted Comedy RAISING THE ROOFS and Introduces Hit International Sensation, THE DUDESONS
What happens when a Hollywood actor invites his back-country family to Los Angeles for an extended vacation? Or when a group of four daredevil life-long friends from the Arctic Circle turn the mundane realities of everyday life into crazy stunts, laughter and occasional pain? Find out with Spike TV'´s new comedy-themed original programming block starting Thursday, July 6 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT).
"BOTH RAISING THE ROOFS and THE DUDESONS are about guys being guys, and all that entails," said Sharon Levy, Senior Vice President, Alternative Programming for Spike TV. "The comedy comes from the natural bonds of family and lifelong friends. But I don´t know anyone with families like these, complete with never ending pranks, uncontrolled bodily functions, and physical stunts that land them in the hospital."
RAISING THE ROOFS (10:00-10:30 PM, ET/PT) is a six-episode unscripted comedy series that stars working actor Michael Roof, Jr., and his prank- pulling, beer-swilling, over-the-top, back-country family. Michael Jr. was born and raised in a small town of Dunnellon, Florida, with a population of 2,000, where his extended family still resides. In search of fame and fortune, he moved to Hollywood and has landed a number of supporting roles in films such as "The Dukes of Hazzard," "Black Hawk Down" and "XXX." Michael Jr. is a working actor, but to his family and his hometown, he is a bona fide celebrity. RAISING THE ROOFS explores what happens when his family - his father, Michael Sr. and Uncle Stevie -- pack their bags, their pet pig, Babe Roof the Fifth, and take on the bright lights and big city of Los Angeles for an open ended visit. Can these small town, larger-than-life characters adapt to big city life? And more importantly, will Michael Jr. and his career survive the family´s visit?
Spike TV introduces America to the international sensation, THE DUDESONS (10:30-11:00 PM, ET/PT), a huge hit for the past four years on Finnish TV. This extreme stunt comedy comes to Spike TV with eight episodes and features the wild antics of four loveable, yet lunatic childhood best friends who live life to the fullest in the desolate Arctic Circle. Despite broken bones, countless trips to the hospital and near death experiences, THE DUDESONS continue to perform the craziest and most dangerous stunts imaginable. From perilous car and motorcycle jumps to indoor bonfires to being a human dartboard, life holds no limits and there are no rules in these inventive comedic skits.
RAISING THE ROOFS is produced by The Jay & Tony Show, Inc. Jay Blumenfeld and Anthony Marsh (AMERICA UNDERCOVER: SMALLTOWN ECSTASY, THE MISSY ELLIOTT PROJECT, FAMILY BUSINESS) will serve as Executive Producers. THE DUDESONS is produced by Rabbit Films, Ltd. Sharon Levy, Senior Vice President of Alternative Programming is executive in charge of production for Spike TV.
FIRE STORM Sydney, Australia - Next Episode of THE PERFECT DISASTER On Discovery Channel
There is a point at which a wildfire becomes unstoppable, where a phenomenon is born that will destroy anything its path. A fire that is beyond technology´s help.
The Australian City of Sydney faces this threat every year. For the men and women of the Australian Rangers Service working at the forefront of Fire Storm science, the nightmare is about to begin.
Viewers will learn what it takes for a fire to get out of control and attack Syndey. CGI illustrates phenomenon such as crowning fires that leap from one tree to another and lightening that can start a number of fires at once.
FIRE STORM THE PERFECT DISASTER Premieres Sunday, April 9, 9-10 PM (ET/PT) on Discovery Channel.
The Australian City of Sydney faces this threat every year. For the men and women of the Australian Rangers Service working at the forefront of Fire Storm science, the nightmare is about to begin.
Viewers will learn what it takes for a fire to get out of control and attack Syndey. CGI illustrates phenomenon such as crowning fires that leap from one tree to another and lightening that can start a number of fires at once.
FIRE STORM THE PERFECT DISASTER Premieres Sunday, April 9, 9-10 PM (ET/PT) on Discovery Channel.
Sunday, April 02, 2006
HOGAN KNOWS BEST Heads to Key West Tonight on VH1 - Hulk Hogan In A Drag Show
It´s time for the annual Hogan family vacation to Key West. Hulk and Linda are used to the family sticking together, but now the kids are older and want to ditch mom and dad.
Hulk and Linda give them a few hours to tour the streets after Nick promises to watch over his sister.
But Brooke goes off to the beach by herself and doesn´t check in with the family. Hulk and Linda fret about Brooke´s disappearance and the fraying family ties. Hulk will do anything to bring the family back together, even if it means going to a drag show! HOGAN KNOWS BEST premieres tonight at 9:30 pm EST on VH1.
For more information on HOGAN KNOWS BEST go to: http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/hogan_knows_best_2/series.jhtml
Hulk and Linda give them a few hours to tour the streets after Nick promises to watch over his sister.
But Brooke goes off to the beach by herself and doesn´t check in with the family. Hulk and Linda fret about Brooke´s disappearance and the fraying family ties. Hulk will do anything to bring the family back together, even if it means going to a drag show! HOGAN KNOWS BEST premieres tonight at 9:30 pm EST on VH1.
For more information on HOGAN KNOWS BEST go to: http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/hogan_knows_best_2/series.jhtml
New Episode of SURREAL LIFE 6 Tonight on VH1 - Cast Setup Live Action News
As the cast packs up and boards a rock n roll tour bus for points north, Alexis opens up to Tawny about her lifestyle as a transgender and how the rest of the world sees her. Alexis and the rest of the cast learn upon arriving in San Luis Obispo that they are responsible for putting on the 6:30PM Live Action News.
Florence will anchor the program, Sherman is weatherman, CC will announce the sports, and Alexis is the Executive Producer. As Alexis takes the reins, she mutters, "God forbid they put a Tranny on the evening news. Someone might kill themselves."
As reporter Tawny struggles with the simplest of tasks, Field Producer Steve is forced to sit back and watch as his on-air talent, Andrea, drinks her way through a segment on a local winery. Sherman can´t seem to put down the Chinese food long enough to learn how to operate the green screen and CC sees stars when he gets in the ring with legendary fighter, Chuck Liddell.
Will Andrea be sober enough to do her piece? And can Alexis convince the local news staff that she is more than just "a man in a dress"?
SURREAL LIFE premieres tonight at 9:00 pm EST on VH1.
For more information on SURREAL LIFE 6 go to: http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/the_surreal_life_6/series.jhtml
Florence will anchor the program, Sherman is weatherman, CC will announce the sports, and Alexis is the Executive Producer. As Alexis takes the reins, she mutters, "God forbid they put a Tranny on the evening news. Someone might kill themselves."
As reporter Tawny struggles with the simplest of tasks, Field Producer Steve is forced to sit back and watch as his on-air talent, Andrea, drinks her way through a segment on a local winery. Sherman can´t seem to put down the Chinese food long enough to learn how to operate the green screen and CC sees stars when he gets in the ring with legendary fighter, Chuck Liddell.
Will Andrea be sober enough to do her piece? And can Alexis convince the local news staff that she is more than just "a man in a dress"?
SURREAL LIFE premieres tonight at 9:00 pm EST on VH1.
For more information on SURREAL LIFE 6 go to: http://www.vh1.com/shows/dyn/the_surreal_life_6/series.jhtml
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