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Channel Closure: WildEarth Will Stop Airing On DStv By The End Of April, Freeview And ROKU Might Follow Soon

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Sunday, March 17, 2024

April 2024 On Discovery Family, Real Time And Travel Channel Across Africa | New Series Alert: Spooked Scotland | Returning Shows Including Homicide City And Salvage Hunters | More

Discovery Family 

Salvage Hunters S5
NEW TO CHANNEL 
Drew Pritchard makes money from bits of buildings others don't want. Whether it's a historic chimney from a medieval manor or a glass conservatory dome from a Victorian folly, he spends life on the road searching for architectural treasures
First TX: 17 April
TX Day: Mon - Fri
TX Time: 15:10
Last TX: 30 April

Travel Channel 

Spooked Scotland S1
Brand New
Gail Porter, Chris Fleming and an expert paranormal team investigate supernatural
sightings and terrifying stories across Scotland.
First TX: 17 April
TX Day: Wednesday
TX Time: 21:10
Last TX: 29 May

The Dead Files S15
New Season
Physical medium Amy Allan and retired homicide detective Steve DiSchiavi combine their unique skills to solve unexplained paranormal phenomena in haunted locations across America. Each investigator's findings remain hidden from
the other, and from the property's occupants, until the shocking results are revealed in a riveting conclusion.
First TX: 1 April
TX Day: Monday
TX Time: 22:10
Last TX: 27 May

Real Time

Guy's Grocery Games S15
NEW TO CHANNEL
Guy Fieri sends talented chefs running through the aisles of Flavortown Market for the chance to make some serious dough. They face real-world
challenges as they compete to be the last chef
standing in this high-stakes cooking competition.
First TX: 9 April
TX Day: Weekdays
TX Time: 12:05
Last TX: 22 April

Animal Cops Houston S17
NEW TO CHANNEL
Discover how the Houston Society for the
Prevention of Cruelty to Animals races to save
40,000 animals in distress every year.
First TX: 18 April
TX Day: Weekdays
TX Time: 15:50
Last TX: 30 April

Homicide City S2
NEW TO CHANNEL
Veteran detectives who have seen it all take a deep dive into the stories of unforgettable murders from major American cities, revealing why these are the cases they will never forget.
First TX: 1 April
TX Day: Everyday
TX Time: 22:30
Last TX: 8 April

Sunday, February 25, 2024

DStv Shorts: Death Reckoning Launches On Real Time Alongside More Beat Bobby Flay, Comedy Central Celebrates April Fools With More South Park And Trinayani To Make Her Pay-TV Debut On Zee World Across Africa

Real Time starts the next month with premieres

Beat Bobby Flay S18
NEW TO CHANNEL
Talented chefs battle for the chance to take down Chef Bobby Flay. One is picked to compete against Bobby in his own arena and challenge him with a surprise signature dish.
First TX: 1 March 
TX Day: Weekdays 
TX Time: 11:15

Dead Reckoning
NEW TO CHANNEL
Some of America's most puzzling murder investigations are recounted as police methodically and meticulously reconstruct events. After studying all the clues the victims left behind, investigators put the pieces together to crack the case and get justice.
First TX: 25 March 
TX Day: Weekdays 
TX Time: 22:30
South Park continues its antics on Comedy Central

In April, Comedy Central will be continuing the South Park antics with an April Fools stunt tiled South Park: Joysticks and Jokes at 22:00. This will be followed by another stunt which comes in celebration of Weeds Day with the film Pretty Stoned alongside a South Park marathon from the 22nd in the same timeslot.
More Zee One shows load on DStv

After launching on Zee One back in 2023, it has revealed on several social platforms that Trinayani will be making her premium debut on Zee World in April. It would join another upcoming show Sister Wives that is also set to rollout in the month.

Trinayani follows the titular character's ability to foresee the future and the past often lands her in trouble. Despite the setbacks, she strives to use her gift to protect the people around her from harm. It stars Sri Satya Sumana and Aashika Gopal Padukone in leading roles.

Tuesday, January 23, 2024

February 2024 On Travel Channel And Real Time Across Africa | New Series Alert: Homicide City | Returning Shows Including Fright Club | More

Travel Channel (South Africa)

Fright Club S2
NEW SEASON
Jack Osbourne and the Ghost Brothers -- Dalen Spratt, Marcus Harvey and Juwan Mass -- compete to freak each other out with the creepiest, craziest, most mind-blowing paranormal footage they can find before voting on their Nightmare Clip.

First TX: 22 Feb
TX Day: Thursday
TX Time: 21:10
Last TX: 25 April

Ghost Hunters S15
NEW SEASON
Renowned TAPS team members Jason Hawes, Steve Gonsalves and Dave Tango, along with Shari DeBenedetti, reunite to revisit their most chilling cases and investigate disturbing new hauntings. Armed with state-of-the-art technology, their proven methodology and special guest investigators, TAPS tackles disturbing paranormal activity head-on, leaving no stone unturned to reach the dead among the living.

First TX: 9 Feb
TX Day: Friday
TX Time: 21:10
Last TX: TBC

Travel Channel (Africa)

Kindred Spirits S6
New to Channel
Paranormal investigators Amy Bruni and Adam Berry and psychic medium Chip Coffey help families tormented by restless spirits. During their emotional and terrifying investigations, the all-star paranormal team captures evidence and brings closure to each home by giving a voice to the dead.

First TX: 21 Feb
TX Day: Wednesday
TX Time: 22:00

Real Time

Guy's Grocery Games S14
NEW TO CHANNEL
Guy Fieri sends talented chefs running through the aisles of Flavortown Market for the chance to make some serious dough. They face real-world challenges as they compete to be the last chef standing in this high-stakes cooking competition.

First TX: 1 Feb
TX Day: Weekdays
TX Time: 12:05
Last TX: 14 Feb

Homicide City S1
NEW TO CHANNEL
In every metropolitan area, train tracks connect an urban area to the suburbs, which are often seen as separate places. But for homicide detectives manning the region, it's all one city and murders happen everywhere, disturbing every type of neighbourhood.

First TX: 21 Feb
TX Day: Everyday
TX Time: 21:40
Last TX: 26 Feb

Friday, December 15, 2023

January 2024 On Investigation Discovery, Discovery Family, Travel Channel And Real Time Across Africa | New Series Alert: High Speed Case | Returning Shows Including The Haunted Museum And Dead Files | More

Investigation Discovery

American Monster S9
NEW SEASON
The stereotypical image of the ciriminal psychopath as a loner, anti-social and unable to maintain any
relations is a myth until they're Letcaught, murderers who kill for pleasure seem like the nicest guys in
Knthe world. After all, it's thrvperfect cover.

First TX: 29 Jan
TX Day: Monday
TX Time: 21:00
Last TX: TBC

The Curious Case Of Natalia Grace S2: Natalia Speaks
NEW SEASON
Season two of Curious Case of Natalia Grace will explore the Barnetts story from the side of Natalia's experience for the first time.

First TX: 28 Jan
TX Day: Sunday
TX Time: 21:00
Last TX: TBC

High Speed Chase
BRAND NEW
Get in the driver's seat for some of the most extraordinary police chases ever captured on camera -- with never-before-seen footage, it’s a fast-paced, adrenaline-fueled window into a world where criminals will do anything to escape.

First TX: 24 Jan
TX Day: Wednesday
TX Time: 21:55
Last TX: TBC

Tell Us Your Secrets
Murders at the Burger Joint: A fast-food robbery turns into a night of terror for four employees. 
What happened at Fells Acres: The town of Malden, Massachusetts, erupts with outrage after a child attending a family-run daycare makes sexual abuse claims.
Murder at Carter County Mines: Mystery grips a town when a beloved couple goes missing from their home. 
What happened to Valentino Dixon?: A young man's shooting on a hot summer night isn't the only life destroyed.
Matriarch at Murder?: The brutal stabbing of a woman found dead on train tracks rocks her town.
Devil In The Ozarks: A brazen sexual assault shocks a small town, but goes unsolved for 20 years, until a nearby murder produces a suspect with matching DNA.
First TX: 7 Jan
TX Day: Sunday
TX Time: 21:00
Last TX: 21 Jan

Discovery Family

Dirty Jobs S5
NEW TO CHANNEL
An unflinching look at the unsung American worker, and the unusual but vital vocations that must be done. There's a lot to learn as host Mike Rowe introduces us to an elite assortment of men and women who make their living doing the most unthinkable jobs.

First TX: 12 Jan
TX Day: Mon - Fri
TX Time: 16:00
Last TX: TBC

Travel Channel

Dead Files S14
New Season
Physical medium Amy Allan and retired homicide detective Steve DiSchiavi combine their unique skills to solve unexplained paranormal phenomena in haunted locations across America. Each investigator's findings remain hidden from the other, and from the property's occupants, until the shocking results are revealed in a riveting conclusion.

First TX: 1 Jan
TX Day: Mon
TX Time: 22:10
Last TX: 25 March

The Haunted Museum S2
New Season
Paranormal investigator and host of Ghost Adventures Zak Bagans joins forces with filmmaker Eli Roth, the modern master of horror, to present a terrifying film anthology inspired by pieces found in Zak’s personal collection of haunted artifacts.

First TX: 9 Jan
TX Day: Tues
TX Time: 21:10
Last TX: 27 Feb

Real Time

Guy's Grocery Games S13
NEW TO CHANNEL
Guy Fieri sends talented chefs running through the aisles of Flavortown Market for the chance to make some serious dough. They face real-world challenges as they compete to be the last chef standing in this high-stakes cooking competition.

First TX: 1 Jan
TX Day: Weekdays
TX Time: 12:05
Last TX: TBC

I'd Kill For You S3
NEW TO CHANNEL
How far would you go for the person you love? 
Would you lie for them, die for them...or even kill 
for them? I'D KILL FOR YOU lifts the lid on 
unbelievable crimes in which one human's love, 
loyalty or devotion is chosen over another's life. 
These pre-meditated, highly calculated killings 
were all orchestrated by a twisted manipulator, 
who uses their love and power as the ultimate 
murder weapon.

First TX: 23 Jan
TX Day: Everyday
TX Time: 22:30
Last TX: TBC

Monday, November 20, 2023

What To Expect On Real Time And Food Network In December 2023 Across Africa?

Real Time

Guy's Grocery Games S12
NEW TO CHANNEL
Guy Fieri sends talented chefs running through
the aisles of Flavortown Market for the chance to
make some serious dough. They face real-world
challenges as they compete to be the last chef
standing in this high-stakes cooking competition.

First TX: 4 December
TX Day: Weekdays
TX Time: 12:05
Last TX: TBC

Zoo S4&5
NEW TO CHANNEL
A behind-the-scenes look is offered of the Bronx Zoo, a New York institution and global leader in animal care and species conservation.

First TX: 1 December
TX Day: Weekdays
TX Time: 10:30
Last TX: TBC

Candy Land S1
NEW TO CHANNEL
Host Kristin Chenoweth guides teams through the
edible regions of Candy Land and challenges them
to create eye-popping confectionary showpieces.
The team that makes it to King Kandy's Castle
takes home the grand prize of $25,000.

First TX: 25 December
TX Day: Weekdays
TX Time: 11:40, 12:05
Last TX: TBC

Chopped S20
NEW TO CHANNEL
In a cooking competition that's all about skill,
speed and ingenuity, four up-and-coming chefs
compete before a panel of three expert judges.
Course by course, the chefs must take a basket
of mystery ingredients and turn it into an
extraordinary meal. Then, they must survive the
Chopping Block, where the judges are waiting to
be wowed and are not shy about voicing their
culinary criticisms! Host Ted Allen leads the
high-energy, high-pressure competition, and in
the end, only one chef will make the cut and win
$10,000.

First TX: 25 December
TX Day: Weekdays
TX Time: 11:15
Last TX: TBC

Food Network

Tournament of Champions S4
NEW SEASON
This holiday season becomes Guy Fieri hosts 32 of the world's greatest chefs as they go head-to-head in a brutal single elimination bracketed tournament. The chefs with the best dishes stay alive, and the winning chef takes home the TOC Championship Belt and $100,000.

First TX: 5 December
TX Day: Tuesday
TX Time: 17:00
Last TX: 23 Jan 2024

Chopped S55 [Julia Child’s Kitchen] 
NEW SEASON
In this competition, four Julia Child fans compete in a preliminary battle with baskets inspired by Julia Child's recipes. The winner will advance to the tournament's finale, where they'll fight for $25,000 Julia Child-themed dream trip to France!

First TX: 13 December
TX Day: Wednesday
TX Time: 17:00
Last TX: 10 Jan 2024

Selena + Chef: Home for the Holidays 
BRAND NEW

Global mega superstar Selena Gomez invites the best chefs in the country to help her put together indulgent holiday feasts for her friends and family.

First TX: 7 December
TX Day: Thursday
TX Time: 18:00
Last TX: 28 Dec

Summer Baking Championship S1
NEW SERIES

Ten top bakers channel their summer joy through baked goods to win the Summer Baking Championship title and $25,000.

First TX: 29 December
TX Day: Friday
TX Time: 18:00
Last TX: 10 Feb 2024

Magnolia Table with Joanna Gaines S6
NEW SEASON

Joanna Gaines share more of her favourite recipes, including biscuits and peach butter, Texas caviar, huevos rancheros and pork chops with peach chutney.

First TX: 21 December
TX Day: Thursday
TX Time: 17:00
Last TX: TBC

Silos Baking Competition: Holiday Edition
NEW SPECIAL

Joanna Gaines hosts Silo's Baking Co's very first holiday cookie competition as home bakers compete for a chance to have their treat featured at the Silos and win $25,000.

First TX: 24 December
TX Day: Sunday
TX Time: 16:05
Last TX: 24 Dec

Silos Baking Competition: Summer Special
NEW SPECIAL
Home bakers travel to Waco, TX, for a friendly competition that celebrates the joy that comes from time spent in the kitchen. The bakers are challenged to perfect a favourite recipe for a chance to have their treat featured at Magnolia's Silos Baking Co.

First TX: 30 December
TX Day: Sunday
TX Time: 16:05
Last TX: 30 Dec

Monday, October 23, 2023

Part 2: What To Expect On Warner Bros. Discovery Across Africa In November 2023?

Food Network

HOLIDAY WARS S4
New Season
Host Jeff Mauro joins judges Shinmin Li and Aarti Sequeria as they challenge nine teams of cake and sugar artists to create mind-blowing holiday cakes. In the end, only one team will win the championship title and a trip to see Iceland's northern lights.
First TX: 10 November 
TX Day: Friday 
TX Time: 17:00
Last TX: 29 December

CHRISTMAS COOKIE CHALLENGE S6
New Season
Eddie Jackson and Ree Drummond invite the most-talented cookie makers to craft stunning holiday creations like rotating carousels, oversized ornaments and heavenly angels. In the end, the winners take home the coveted golden ornament and a $10,000 prize.

First TX: 19 November 
TX Day: Sunday 
TX Time: 17:00
Last TX: 24 December

FESTIVE CHRISTMAS
Stunt
Titles included:
Christmas Cookie Challenge S3-4
Santa’s Baking Blizzard
Holiday Wars S3
First TX: 20 November 
TX Day: Monday-Friday 
TX Time: 14:20
Last TX: 25 December

HBC: GINGERBREAD SHOWDOWN S2
New Season
It's a festive competition of sugar and spice as three teams of gingerbreaders build huge, themed gingerbread displays. Host Carla Hall joins judges Stephanie Boswell and Kalen Allen to decide which team of cookie artists will win the $10,000 grand prize.
First TX: 11 November 
TX Day: Saturday 
TX Time: 18:00
Last TX: TBC

HOLIDAY BAKING CHAMPIONSHIP S9
New Season
Jesse Palmer welcomes 12 holiday bakers to bring festive cheer to judges Nancy Fuller, Duff Goldman and Carla Hall. One competitor will take home all the gifts under the tree, including $25,000, a spot in Food Network Magazine and the championship title.
First TX: 3 November 
TX Day: Friday 
TX Time: 18:00
Last TX: TBC

BEAT BOBBY FLAY: HOLIDAY THROWDOWN S1
Brand New
The Food Network family is challenging Bobby Flay to face his worst holiday nightmares. In each supersized hour, familiar faces battle it out to choose the final challenge and pick the teams in this epic Beat Bobby Flay Holiday Throwdown!
First TX: 27 November 
TX Day: Monday 
TX Time: 17:00
Last TX: 25 December

ZOE BAKES S1
Brand New
Zoë François bakes and cooks her
favorite recipes, from easy main dishes
to delicious desserts, with a little help
from her friends and family.
First TX: 18 November TX Day: Sat-Sun TX Time: 16:05
Last TX: 3 December

MAGNOLIA TABLE WITH JOANNA GAINES S4&5
New Season
Joanna Gaines shares more of her favorite
recipes in Season 4 & 5 including
raspberry chipotle pork tenderloin, basil
pesto chicken pizza, strawberry and
candied pecan salad, sopapillas, chicken
dumplings, chocolate hazelnut bread
pudding and chicken Florentine.
First TX: 2 November 
TX Day: Thursday TX 
Time: 17:00
Last TX: TBC

Investigation Discovery

ID SPECIAL REPORT: THE LONG ISLAND SERIAL KILLER
Brand New
The astonishing arrest of NYC architect and suspected serial killer Rex Heuermann sends shockwaves across the U.S. Now experts break down the latest in the case -- Who are the victims, who is Rex Heuermann, and how did he hide in plain sight?
First TX: 5 November 
TX Day: Sunday 
TX Time: 21:00

DOOMSDAY: THE TRIAL OF LORI VALLOW DAYBELL
Brand New
Follow the arrest and trial of Lori Vallow Daybell after the mysterious 2019 disappearance and murder of her children, 7- year-old JJ Vallow, and his older step-sister, 17-year-old Tylee Ryan, in Rexburg, Idaho.
First TX: 12 November 
TX Day: Sunday 
TX Time: 21:00

HOW TO CREATE A SEX SCANDAL
Brand New
With more twists and turns than a Hollywood thriller, this mind- blowing documentary exposes a devastating and scarcely believable true crime story that all begins in a swingers club in a small town in East Texas.
First TX: 26 November 
TX Day: Sunday 
TX Time: 21:00

A BODY IN THE BASEMENT S1
Brand New
These chilling stories of murder hit terrifyingly close to home -- each a real-life tale about the last thing anyone wants to find in their basement, a dead body. Every episode will make one think twice before ever stepping foot in the basement again.
First TX: 7 November 
TX Day: Tuesday 
TX Time: 21:00
Last TX: 12 December

THE MURDER TAPES S6A
Brand New
Homicide investigations unfold through dramatic real footage in this groundbreaking series. Viewers get an up-close perspective of each case using raw, unfiltered footage from body cams at the crime scene, surveillance cameras and interrogation rooms.
First TX: 15 November 
TX Day: Wednesday 
TX Time: 21:00
Last TX: 13 December

Discovery Family

WHEELER DEALERS S10
New Season
Viewers join host Mike Brewster and mechanic Edd China on their quest to transform automobiles back into mint condition. From completing major overhauls to tackling tricky detailing jobs, Mike and Edd teach all aspects of automotive restoration.
First TX: 8 November 
TX Day: Monday-Friday 
TX Time: 15:10
Last TX: 23 November

Travel Channel

GHOST HUNTERS S14
New Season
Renowned TAPS team members Jason Hawes, Steve Gonsalves and Dave Tango, along with Shari DeBenedetti, reunite to revisit their most chilling cases and investigate disturbing new hauntings.
First TX: 10 November 
TX Day: Friday 
TX Time: 21:10
Last TX: TBC

EXPEDITION BIGFOOT S3
New Season
An elite team of Sasquatch specialists journey into the unforgiving North American wilderness to prove once and for all that the elusive beast known as Bigfoot is real.
First TX: 26 November 
TX Day: Sunday 
TX Time: 21:10
Last TX: TBC

SCREAM: THE TRUE STORY
One-Off
Paranormal investigator Steve Shippy and psychic medium Cindy Kaza investigate the demonic forces that allegedly drove Danny Rolling, aka The Gainesville Ripper, to murder. The duo attempts to contact Rolling's spirit to uncover the truth behind the gruesome crime spree that inspired a blockbuster film.
TX: 12 November 
TX Day: Sunday 
TX Time: 21:10

THE CURSE OF LIZZIE BORDEN
One-Off
Dave Schrader assembles a team of paranormal experts to investigate whether a dark family curse led to the most infamous ax murders of all time. With new evidence that Lizzie Borden's ghost resides in the murder house, they conduct a seance to unearth the truth and finally close the portal of evil forever.
TX: 19 November 
TX Day: Sunday 
TX Time: 21:10

MICHIGAN HELL HOUSE
One-Off
It's the most terrifying story you've never heard: In 1974, the Pomeraning family was tortured by relentless, "humanly impossible" poltergeist activity. Using newly uncovered recordings, paranormal investigator Steve Shippy and psychic medium Cindy Kaza attempt to identify the evil that rocked a small Michigan town.
TX: 5 November 
TX Day: Sunday 
TX Time: 21:10

Real Time

Forbidden: Dying For Love S2&3
New Seasons
This series tells jaw-dropping stories of forbidden love: relationships that break taboos, cross boundaries, shock communities, and lead to extraordinary and shocking crimes.
First TX: 13 November 
TX Day: Monday-Sunday 
TX Time: 22:30
Last TX: 30 Nov

HOME AGAIN WITH THE FORDS S1
Brand New
Siblings Leanne and Steve Ford help people move back to where they grew up. These houses have a lot of love and history in their walls, and Steve and Leanne's challenge is to respect their past while updating the homes for the new generation.
First TX: 6 November 
TX Day: Monday-Friday 
TX Time: 15:50
Last TX: TBC

Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Drafted: What To Expect On Warner Bros. Discovery's Channels Across Africa In October 2023?

Discovery Channel:
• Wheeler Dealers
• Expedition Bigfoot
• Gold Rush

TLC:
• Match Me Abroad
• Dr. Pimple Popper
• Kim Vs. Kanye: The Divorce
• Dr. Down Below

Discovery Family:
• Expedition Unknown

TNT:
• Margot Robbie Fan Day
• Horror Fest
• Happy 5th Anniversary TNT

Real Time:
• Crikey! It's The Irwins 

Investigation Discovery:
• High Speed Chase
• HELP! My House Is Haunted
• Does Murder Sleep?

Food Network:
• What Am I With
• Recipe: Lost Or Found
• Outrageous Pumpkins
• Beachside Brawl
• Ciao House
• Magnolia Table With Joanna Gaines
• La Pitchhouse: Cooking In France
• Everyday Cooking
• Guy's Ranch Kitchen

HGTV:
• Tough Love With Hilary Farr
• Fix My Frankenhouse
• Bargain Block
• Flip The Strip

Travel Channel:
• The Haunted Museum: 5 King Iferno
• Demon In The White House
• Ghost Of Flight 401
• Alien Encounters: Declassified
• Alien Abduction: Travis Walton
• Beyond The Unknown

Cartoon Network And Cartoonito: click here

Friday, September 8, 2023

Could Discovery Family And Real Time Also Be Going Dark Following The Termination Of Discovery Science And Discovery Turbo Xtra?

During the week, it was reported that Warner Bros. Discovery would be ending Discovery Science and also Discovery Turbo Xtra across various international markets (including Africa) meaning similar to the remaining Disney Channels in Asia they won't live through 2024.

Prior to these Discovery channels demise, Warner Bros. Discovery had quietly removed any mentions of "Brand New" from their promos with Discovery Family and Real Time both of which are residing on Zuku and MultiChoice's DStv across Africa had undergone a similar route.

Unlike Discovery Science, Discovery Family and Real Time continue to update their offering. I would be lying if I didn't say Warner had made changes to the channel that would question their very existence.

Few years back, Warner would licence content exclusively for these channels particularly The Carbonaro Effect and The Marilyn Denis Show but now both channels exist to rehash content from Discovery Channel, Food Network, TLC, Investigation Discovery and HGTV.

On top of that, there's no marketing going towards these brands particularly content viewed on them. Considering these channels are a priority to both Warner and the viewers, you'd expect consistency. Although the latter is just repeats they are consumers actually viewing the content.

Some of these viewers may get attached to some of the content and would want to keep tabs. Warner's failure to just promote these shows would further distance viewers from the channel or better yet affect the performance as mentioning these shows would keep viewers onboard.

As to whether Real Time and Discovery Family could be going dark in the region as seen with Disney's offering in Asia and Warner's offering in Europe - that's kind of quo.

After what happened to Boomerang, Warner may look at ways of trying to keep the content intact without negatively impacting the viewers. Perhaps a merger/rebranding of the channels is what awaits for them in future or if a closure is inevitable perhaps a substitute like Discovery Channel and TLC.

In all honesty, Real Time looks more lively and upbeat than Discovery Family (with its large chunk of Discovery Channel) as it inherits content from Food Network, HGTV and Investigation Discovery with very little investment coming from TLC and Animal Planet.

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

What To Expect On Warner Bros. Discovery Africa In August 2023?

* The following have new episodes in the coming month

Discovery Channel:

Texas Metal's Loud And Lifted: While Bill Carlton is still the reigning champion in Texas' custom truck world, some up-and-coming shops on the Northside of Houston are trying to make their name with a new generation of jaw-dropping monster machines.

This Is Mark Rober: Mark features some of his biggest, craziest and most visual experiments ever, and highlights his relationship with a young man who motivated his second world record attempt.

Naked And Afraid: Last One Standing: Follows a group of survivalists as they compete in a multiphase challenge and have their skills tested to win $100,000.

Gold Rush Mine Rescue With Freddy And Juan: Using his knowledge and experience as a weapon, gold mining expert Fred Dodge sets out to lend a helping hand to struggling miners on the verge of giving up.

TLC:

Doubling Down With Derricos: The day-to-day adventures of an energetic and loving young family with 14 children comprising quintuplets, triplets and two sets of twins.

90 Day Fiance: The Other Way: Several people from different walks of life set out on a journey across the globe to marry their soulmates. However, they must overcome a number of challenges in order to achieve success.

Real Time:

Beat Bobby Flay: Two contestants face off in a cooking competition to determine who will face Chef Bobby Flay in a contest to prepare a signature dish.

Shattered: Anchored by three different but interconnected POVs, Shattered explores how crime forever impacts the lives of its victims. 

Beach Hunter: It takes viewers to some of the most exquisite beach destinations around as buyers search for their dream homes on the sand.

Chaos In Court: Intense trials trigger dramatic and unexpected explosions of emotion and violence in the courtrooms of America. A panel of experts watch and analyse the shocking footage of when trials turn angry.

House Crashers: A team of home developers surprise unsuspecting customers by reconstructing, remodelling and redecorating their houses to give them a spectacular transformation.

Investigation Discovery:

Operation Lost Boy: When 15-year-old Martin calls the Bergen police, a worldwide investigation begins that would uncover a global paedophile network.

The Dead Files: The program features physical medium Amy Allan and former NYPD homicide detective Steve DiSchiavi, who investigate allegedly haunted locations at the request of their clients in an effort to provide proof of paranormal activity. Each partner is depicted exploring the case independently of the other, so as not to influence their portion of the investigation.

Evil Lives Here: Through personal interviews, various people share their terrifying stories of having shared a home and life with a loved one who became a killer.

American Monster: The filmmaker sheds light on the lives of America's most infamous serial killers by reconstructing their crimes and interviewing the police officers and the victims' kin.

Portals To Hell: Jack Osbourne and paranormal researcher Katrina Weidman search for ghosts.

The Murder Of Gabby Petito: A Faking It Special: Aspiring influencer Gabby Petito sets out on a cross-country road trip with her fiancé, but she soon disappears, and the ensuing mystery goes viral.

Jussie Smollett: A Faking It Special: When actor Jussie Smollett said he was attacked because of his sexuality and race, the world was outraged. Investigating the hate crime hoax as experts reveal the tell-tale signs.

The Murder Of Caroline Crouch: A Faking It Special: True crime documentary examining the shocking story of Caroline Crouch, a young British mother murdered in her home in a suburb of Athens, Greece and of the unexpected revelation of who had murdered her.

Prince Andrew, Maxwell And Andrew: Faking It Specials: Experts examine the behaviours of disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell and Prince Andrew. 

Food Network:

Chopped: Four chefs compete against each other in a three-round contest using random ingredients provided to them, to make delicious and presentable dishes.

The Great Food Truck Race: Seven teams of mobile chefs are put through a gruelling test where they travel to cities and sell their food items from their truck. The team that sells the most food items wins the competition.

Stab That Cake: Two teams of cake fans armed with knives are let loose in a grocery store, where they must determine what is real and what is actually a hyper-realistic cake hiding in plain sight; hosts John Henson and Jocelyn Delk Adams.

Guy's Ranch Kitchen: Guy Fieri challenges his friends in a cooking showdown to prepare some of the most healthy dishes that are packed with flavour.

HGTV:

Windy City Rehab: Interior designer Alison Victoria combines upscale design with a passion for her hometown as she buys and restores old homes in Chicago.

What The Heck Did I Buy The House?: Kim Wolfe reimagines their chaotic and cramped quarters into a home where a happy family can grow, just like the urban orchard they fell in love with.

Home In A Heartbeat With Galey Alix: Galey Alix is a Wall Street executive by day, but on the weekends, she's a DIY designer who creates dream home renovations. 

Vacation House Rules: Scott McGillivray shows homeowners how to unlock a vacation property's full rental potential.

Battle On The Beach: Mentored by experts, three teams of talented individuals compete to renovate and redesign seaside homes in order to win.

Cartoon Network:

Mr. Magoo (New Show): The adventures of Mr Magoo, a kind but accident-prone man who is always happy to help others, but who causes constant disasters due to his lack of glasses.

Garbage Boy And Trash Can: Garbage Boy, a self-proclaimed superhero, believes he has superpowers and fights for justice with his sidekick, Trash Can.

Prince Ivandoe: Ivandoe is the Prince of the forest is sent on a quest for the magical Golden Feather.

DC Superhero Girls Intergalactic Games (Movie Premiere): Supergirl, Bumblebee and Batgirl gear up for the Intergalactic Games. However, things take a turn as Lena Luthor comes up with an evil plan.

DC Superhero Girls Hero High (New Show): Follows a group of students at a boarding school for gifted kids. The teens are just trying to navigate the pressures of high school, but none of them realize they will one day become superheroes.

DC Superhero Girls Hero Of The Year: Seven female students of Super Hero High discover their superpowers and fight the evil Dark Opal, who intends to develop a lethal weapon.

Cartoonito:

Batwheels: Superpowered vehicles Bam, Bibi, Red, Jett and Buff join forces to fight crimes and protect citizens trapped in dangerous situations in Gotham City.

The Adventure Of Little Penguin: Follows the hectic and exciting adventures of Oscar, a young penguin who is setting out to explore the world.

Looney Tunes Cartoons: Cartoon shorts featuring cherished characters including Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Sylvester, Tweety, Road Runner, Wile E. Coyote, Elmer Fudd, Yosemite Sam, Taz, Marvin the Martian, and Beaky Buzzard.

Women's Day: Consists of shows like Interstellar Ella, Zig & Sharko, CoComelon and Masha And The Bear.

Monday, June 19, 2023

Drafted Version: What To Expect On Warner Bros. Discovery Africa In July 2023?

Discovery Channel:

Expedition Unknown: An archaeologist travels across the world in search of lost artefacts and investigates unsolved mysteries like the creation of the Nazca lines.
Outback Opal Hunters: Six teams of opal miners from Australia embark on a risky mission to hunt for the most fascinating gemstone in harsh and remote landscapes.

TLC:

Me Or The Menu: Four couples put their relationship to the test as they try to overcome the difficulties of opening their first restaurant together.
Outdaughtered: American married couple Adam and Danielle, parents to a set of all-female quintuplets, share details about the joys and struggles of taking care of multiple children.
90 Day Fiance: Before The 90 Days: The series about couples who unite in America under a special U.S. visa -- tells of how the couples first became acquainted.

Discovery Family:

Street Outlaws Fastest In America: Eight of the fastest teams in the U.S. descend on Memphis to compete for the biggest street race yet, for a prize of $100,000. Handpicked by JJ Da Boss, street racing bosses from South Carolina, St. Louis, Kentucky, Mississippi, Detroit, NOLA, Texas and the Northeast, each claiming to be king of the streets, have assembled their teams in Memphis for the chance to prove their racing chops.

Real Time:

Spring Baking Championship: America's finest pastry chefs and professional bakers battle it out in a series of challenges based on springtime treats that test their culinary skills.
Still A Mystery: Reexaminations of cases in which unanswered questions still remain; includes interviews with law enforcement personnel, family members and private investigators as well as news footage and social media posts.
NASA's Unexplained Files: Various theories offer insight into the work NASA does and has been doing.
Buddy's Big Bakedown: Amateur and professional bakers from the USA create and bake different cakes and compete against each other to emerge victorious.
The Demon Files: Ralph Sarchie and his team help people under attack from demons and Satan.
Secret Space Escapes: Astronauts and scientists recall their terrifying and near-death experiences during space missions.
Lakefront Bargain Hunt: The spotlight is on water lovers who dream of weekends or summers living by the dock of the bay.

Investigation Discovery:

Homicide Hunter: The Man With No Face: 1988: In Colorado Springs, Mary Lynn Vialpando, age 24, was raped and murdered. 30 years later, detectives link the crime scene DNA to James Papol. In May 2021, now age 48, Papol pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 60 years in prison.
Aaron Hernandez: An ID Murder Mystery: Football, fame and murder. In this special, we examine the rise and fall of football star, Aaron Hernandez.
Susan Powell: An ID Murder Mystery: After 28-year-old Susan Powell disappears from her home in West Valley City, Utah, her husband, Josh, unsettles police with his odd behavior, leading them to suspect he knows what really happened to his wife and the mother of his two young sons.
Pamela Smart: An American Mystery: This three part special explores the story of Gregg Smart, whose wife Pamela Smart plotted his murder at the hands of four teenage boys in 1990.

Food Network:

Guy's Ranch Kitchen: Guy Fieri challenges his friends in a cooking showdown to prepare some of the most healthy dishes that are packed with flavour.
Supermarket Stakeout: The host invites aspiring chefs from different parts of the country to purchase ingredients from grocery shoppers and compete in a series of culinary rounds to win.

HGTV:

100 Day Dream Home: A custom home designer couple takes up assignments wherein they build a perfect house from scratch in less than 100 days.
Holmes Family Rescue: Contractor Mike Holmes teams up with his kids, Michael Holmes Jr. and Sherry Holmes, to rescue clients who have nowhere else to turn after living through botched construction jobs.
Holmes Of

Travel Channel:

The Haunted Museum: Paranormal investigator and host of Ghost Adventures Zak Bagans joins forces with filmmaker Eli Roth, the modern master of horror, to present a terrifying film anthology inspired by pieces found in Zak’s personal collection of haunted artifacts.
Kindred Spirits: Paranormal investigators, Amy Bruni and Adam Berry, help families troubled by supernatural activities in their homes and help them find peace.

Cartoon Network:

Craig Of The Creek: Following the adventures of Craig Williams and his two friends, Kelsey Pokoly and John Paul `JP' Mercer, as they explore the untamed wilderness of the Creek, which is dominated by tribes of children.
Jellystone: Yogi Bear, Cindy Bear, Huckleberry Hound, and other residents of Jellystone cross paths in fun and ridiculous ways, turning everyday activities into hilarious pandemonium.
Justice League Vs. Buzzard League: It's up to the Justice League to team up with their bizarre counterparts to stop Darkseid and save the galaxy!
Garbage Boy And Trash Can (New Show): About a boy who believes he has superpowers and fights for justice with his sidekick, Trash Can.
Justice League Gotham City Breakout: about a boy who believes he has superpowers and fights for justice with his sidekick, Trash Can.

Cartoonito:

The Adventures Of Bernie (New Show): After failing to help Zig, Bernie is lost at the bottom of the ocean. In this hostile environment, this handyman will do everything he can to get back to his island and find Zig, but his clumsy new neighbours won't make his task any easier.
Bugs Bunny Builders: Bugs Bunny and Lola Bunny manage an inept crew of builders at ACME Construction Company. Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Tweety, and others use their tools and wild vehicles to pull off some loony construction jobs.
Toads And Friends: The series celebrates the countryside and children’s simple joy of being outdoors as they follow their favorite characters on brand new humorous adventures in which they discover moral courage, respect and the value of friendship.
Silly Sundays (New Show): Everything centers around Sonia, Hugo, Mel, Mom, Dad and Granny as they create unforgettable memories together during their weekend gatherings.

Boing:

My Little Pony: Pony Life (New Show): The series explores comedic, slice of life stories that Twilight Sparkle, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, Applejack, Rarity and Fluttershy experience, primarily while hanging out at Sugarcube Corner.

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Drafted Version: What To Expect On Warner Bros. Discovery Africa In June 2023?


Discovery Channel (DStv channel 121):

Hoffman Family Gold
Gold Rush: Parker's Trail
Naked And Afraid: Alone
Salvage Hunters
Alaskan Bush People

TLC (DStv channel 135):

Generation Drag - New Show
Love In Paradise
1000lb Best Friends
Awake Surgery - New Show
The Book Of Queer - New Show
Love Of The Grid - New Show
Our2Moms - New Show

Discovery Family (DStv channel 136):

Street Outlaws: Fastest In America
Alaskan Bush People

TNT (DStv channel 137):

Dating & New York - TNT Original Movie
Monsterpieces stunt featuring Godzilla
Forever Young stunt

Real Time (DStv channel 155):

Still A Mystery
I'd Kill For You

Investigation Discovery (DStv channel 171):

Undercover Underage
Murder In The Heartland
Body Cam

Food Network (DStv channel 175):

Spring Baking Championship
Kitchen Crash
Alex Vs. America
Guy's Ultimate Game Night - New Show

HGTV (DStv channel 177):

Fix My Flip
The Nate & Jeremiah: Home Project
Rock The Block
Hometown Takeover

Travel Channel (DStv channel 179):

Conjuring Kesha - New Show
Ghosts Of Devil's Perch - New Show
Mountain Monsters

Cartoon Network (DStv channel 301):

Ninjago: Dragon's Riding - New Show
Jade Armor
Lego & DC Justice League
Lego & DC's Shazam: Magic And Monsters

Cartoonito (DStv channel 302):

Interstellar Ella - New Show
Masha And The Bear
Cheese Day stunt featuring Tom And Jerry

Monday, April 24, 2023

What To Expect On Warner Bros. Discovery's Africa Bouquet Of Channels In May 2023?

Discovery Channel (DStv 121):

* Deadliest Catch: Fishermen experience deadly dangers, uncertainty and discomfiture in the Bering Sea aboard fishing vessels during the Alaskan king crab, snow crab and bairdi crab fishing seasons.
* Salvage Hunters: Treasure hunter Drew Pritchard travels the length and breadth of the country in search of elusive gems and other magnificent objects.

TLC (DStv 135):

* 7 Little Johnsons: The Johnstons are an average of seven American families pursuing the American dream. Papa Trent and Mama Amber have five children under the age of 16, all with achondroplasia dwarfism.
* Dr. Pimple Popper: Sandra Siew Pin Lee Rebish, also known as Dr. Pimple Popper, is an American dermatologist and YouTuber based in Upland, California. She is known for her online videos and her TV series Dr. Pimple Popper.
* Introducing Selma Blair: A deeply intimate and raw portrait of Selma Blair after she is diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and tries to slow the progression of her disease.
* You, Me And My Ex: Matt's ex moves in, upsetting his current girlfriend. Alex's ex wants to be godfather to Alex and Caroline's baby. De'Andre plans a trip with his ex, Rowan.
* Seeking Brother Husband: Documenting the ups, downs and everything in between as polyandrous relationships navigate boundaries and life-changing decisions while working to add additional husbands to their families.

Discovery Family (DStv 136):

* Street Racing Fastest In America: Eight of the fastest teams in America fight for a winner-takes-all purse of $100,000 – the highest payout in street racing history.

Real Time (DStv 155):

* The Great Food Truck Race: Seven teams of mobile chefs are put through a gruelling test where they travel to cities and sell their food items from their truck. The team that sells the most food items wins the competition.

Investigation Discovery (DStv 171):

* Uprooted: Follows Sherri, as she tries to find the truth behind the unsolved death of his brother Keith Warren in 1986.
* The Real Death In Paradise: British residents love to escape Britain's miserable weather for sunny skies and sandy beaches. However, occasionally these trips to paradise turn into a murderous bloody nightmare.
* The Tetris Murders: A look at the unsolved murders of Vladimir Pokhilko, who was involved in the development of the puzzle-based video game Tetris, and his wife and their young son in their Palo Alto, California home on September 22, 1998.

Food Network (DStv 175):

* Outchef'd: Confident home cooks who think they are arriving for an audition get the surprise of their lives when they find out they're actually about to begin a head-to-head competition against a world-class chef.
* Grudge Match: Tournament of Champions sideline commentators Chef Justin Warner and Chef Simon Majumdar are going head-to-head in this second grudge match.
* Pioneer Woman: Ree Drummond prepares delicious down-home dishes that can be cooked by beginners and shares shortcut tips for saving time while cooking.
* Restaurant Impossible: Chef Robert Irvine sets out to salvage restaurants on the verge of shutting down with just USD 10,000 and two days to help the owners get back into business.
* Girl Meets Farm: Food blogger Molly Yeh shares her love for cooking by preparing a variety of delicious dishes. Simultaneously, she shares insights into her life in the countryside.
* Beat Bobby Flay: A talented chef hosts a cooking showdown wherein culinary experts battle it out to win the ultimate culinary duel. The winner gets a chance to compete with Bobby Flay.

HGTV (DStv 177):

* Build It Forward: Improvements With Impact. This five-part series introduces HGTV viewers to individuals across the US — five local heroes who were part of special projects in their communities — and who were selected for a surprise home renovation of their dreams.
* Houses With History: A trio of Massachusetts natives comb Plymouth County and the surrounding wooded areas south of Boston to transform 18th and 19th-century homes into brand new ones, all while preserving their history.
* Home Town: Ben and Erin Napier work with each other to change old homes into dream homes.
* Extreme RVs: Extreme RVs features rolling mansions with incredible amenities and designs that put most homes to shame.
* The Flipping El Moussas: Follows couple Tarek El Moussa and Heather Rae El Moussa during their personal and professional journey of newlyweds and real estate experts.
* Married To Real Estate: Real estate broker and designer Egypt Sherrod, alongside her husband, builder Mike Jackson, juggle their busy professional and personal lives while helping clients land their perfect home in a dream neighbourhood.
* Rico To The Rescue: Rico León steps in to help Denver homeowners salvage renovations that have gone off the rails; driven by his parents' past experience with a crooked contractor, Rico advocates for families who need an expert to fix their stressful situations.

Travel Channel (DStv 179):

* Beyond The Unknown: Take strange occurrences, weird events, and unexplained happenings and put them all together. That is what you get with Beyond the Unknown. Each episode shows you something different.
* Ghost Brothers Lights Out: Three brothers with different personalities visit various haunted locations across the United States to debunk supernatural lore and phenomena.
* Kindred Spirits: Paranormal investigators, Amy Bruni and Adam Berry, help families troubled by supernatural activities in their homes and help them find peace.

Cartoon Network (DStv 301):

* Ivandoe (New Show): The series follows the adventures of Ivandoe, the young prince of the forest whose father, The Mighty Stag, sends him on a quest for the magical Golden Feather of the fearsome Eagle King.
* Teen Titans GO!: The superheroes Robin, Cyborg, Starfire, Raven and Beast Boy love saving the world. But after they decide to stop fighting crime, things do not go as planned.
* Ben Gen 10: When Ben meets a young Generator Rex on the run from a hostile Providence, he must work through a series of misunderstandings, and defeat the dark wizard Hex in order to save the world.
* Ben 10 AlienXtinction: After the Tennysons are attacked by a villainous, dimension-hopping Omni-alien known only as Alien X, they meet a parallel universe version of Max, who opens the door to hosting multiple Bens and Gwens, forming an army to combat this threat.

Cartoonito (DStv 302):

* Toads And Friends (New Show): The story of two friends, a frog and a toad, based on the popular children's books by Arnold Lobel.
* Looney Tunes Cartoons: Cartoon shorts featuring cherished characters including Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Sylvester, Tweety, Road Runner, Wile E. Coyote, Elmer Fudd, Yosemite Sam, Taz, Marvin the Martian, and Beaky Buzzard.
* The Adventures Of Little Penguin: Follows the hectic and exciting adventures of Oscar, a young penguin who is setting out to explore the world.
* Sing With Cartoonito: learn about rhyming and numbers with CoComelon, Dino Ranch, Masha And The Bear and Thomas And Friends.

Tuesday, March 14, 2023

What To Expect On Warner Bros. Discovery Africa's Bouquet Of Channels In April 2023?

Discovery Channel:

• The Bond - tells remarkable, moving and surprising stories of men, women and children bonding deeply with animals that we might think of as wild.
• Shorty Dream Shop - Everyone knows the American Dream wouldn't be complete without a great ride, but restoring classic cars is more than just a job for Shorty and his crew.
• Salvage Hunters Classic Cars - Salvage aficionado, Drew Pritchard teams up with Turbo Pickers' Paul Cowland for an epic motoring mission. They scour the UK, buying, restoring and selling classic cars.
• Brother Vs. Brother - Brothers Jonathan and Drew Scott go head-to-head as they mentor home improvement experts in order to refurbish properties. The teams will work hard to build the best property and secure the final prize.

TLC:

• Return To Amish S7 - Tell the stories of young people raised in the Amish and Mennonite communities. Some are wrestling with whether to continue to live according to their traditional beliefs or break away and embrace the modern world.
• 90 Day Fiance The Other Way - Several people from different walks of life set out on a journey across the globe to marry their soulmates. However, they must overcome a number of challenges in order to achieve success.
• 1000-lb Sisters - The Slaton sisters, tipping the scales at over 1,000 pounds combined, have always depended on each other for support. Now in their 30s, Amy wants to have children, but cannot due to her weight, while her elder sister Tammy is nearly bedridden.

Discovery Family:

• Street Outlaws Memphis - JJ Da Boss, from Memphis, USA, alongside his family and friends who have a decade-long history in street racing, welcomes the challengers who are tyring to beat them in a race.

Real Time:

• Restoring Galveston - Michael and Ashley Cordray are on a mission to save centuries-old homes on the island of Galveston, Texas. The home renovation specialists have a passion for preserving the island's history and won't let these architectural gems get wiped off the map.

Investigation Discovery:

• The Playboy Murders - is a limited anthology series of 6 episodes that give first-person insight into the world of obsession and murder that tragically affected the lives six young women involved with the Playboy lifestyle.

Food Network:

• Spring Baking Championship - America's finest pastry chefs and professional bakers battle it out in a series of challenges based on springtime treats that test their culinary skills.
• Beat Bobby Flay - A talented chef hosts a cooking showdown wherein culinary experts battle it out to win the ultimate culinary duel. The winner gets a chance to compete with Bobby Flay.
• Bake It Til You Make It - An inside look into the unique world of competitive baking and the extremely enthusiastic, over-the-top personalities who pursue their dreams of sweet victory in some of the toughest baking competitions in the country.

Travel Channel:

• The Ghost Town Terror - Follows a team of investigators as they try to uncover and solve mysterious paranormal events.
• Ghost Brothers Lights Out - Three brothers with different personalities visit various haunted locations across the United States to debunk supernatural lore and phenomena.
• UFO Witness: With unprecedented access to the archive of famed ufologist Dr. J. Allen Hynek, Ben Hansen seeks to unlock the secrets of the past to shed light on today's UFO encounters.
• Destination Fear S4 - Maverick paranormal explorer Dakota Laden takes his sister, Chelsea, and best friend, Tanner, across the country in an RV to spend the night in the most haunted locations in America, testing the limits of human fear.

Cartoon Network:

• Junior - Mikako, Africa, is home to Junior, an amazingly resourceful 10-year-old boy who always has a thousand and one ideas for solving everyday problems. Struggling to find the show, type Junior Hats Off To A Bright Idea.
• Craig Of The Creek - Young Craig and his two friends, Kelsey and John, live in Herkleston, Maryland. They experience a series of misadventures in and around their neighbourhood's creek.
• Summer Camp Island - Two best friends go to a magic sleep-away camp where nothing is what it seems.

Cartoonito:

Bugs Bunny Builders - Bugs Bunny and Lola Bunny manage an inept crew of builders at ACME Construction Company. Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Tweety, and others use their tools and wild vehicles to pull off some loony construction jobs.
Looney Tunes: On The Run - Lola Bunny invents a perfume with the adverse effect of turning people invisible, sending her and cab driver Bugs Bunny on the run from the FBI, while another shady group seeks the formula.
Rabbids Invasion: Mission To Mars - Rabbids are on the mission of a lifetime to Mars. It's up to them to come together and stop the galaxy's newest threat.

* WEIRD: Boomerang Movie Stars becomes Cartoonito Movie Stars

Tuesday, January 24, 2023

What To Expect On Warner Bros Discovery In February 2023? (Drafted Version) PART 1

Discovery Channel (DStv channel 121):

- Outpack Opal Hunters: Six teams of opal miners from Australia embark on a risky mission to hunt for the most fascinating gemstone in harsh and remote landscapes.
- Wheeler Dealers: Automobile enthusiasts embark on a mission to restore various cars to their original condition and sell them to a new owner.
- Homestead Rescue: Raney Ranch: The Raneys take on the most ambitious project the family has ever attempted as they build a multi-generational homestead on their own 40 acres.
- Sewer Divers: An up-close look at the heroes that keep America's sewer systems running.
- Roadworthy Rescues: Follow Derek Bieri as he seeks out abandoned cars from America's past and gets them running and back on the road where they belong.

TLC (DStv channel 135):

- Mild Manor: TLC's new dating series follows crew of 'hot moms' vying for a chance at love with men half their age.
- Extreme Sisters: Sets of sisters share details of the unique bond they share with each other, some of which may seem extreme and intense by conventional standards.
- House Of Hammer: The definitive inside story of the rise and fall of the notorious Hammer family.
- Say Yes To The Dress: Sales associates, managers and fitters at various stores across Manhattan help nervous brides choose the perfect dress for their wedding.
- 90 Days Fiance UK: Dating across borders becomes possible as several non-American women get a visa to meet their fiances for a short duration. Later, they must decide whether to get married or return straight home.
- Darcey & Stacey: Twin sisters Darcey and Stacey, who have been with each other through major life events, grapple with demanding relationships and family crises.
- Helicopter ER: Documentary series following the life-saving work of the flying doctors and paramedics of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance Service.

DStv Flex:
NCIS: Los Angeles cancelled after 14 seasons on M-Net
Brand new seasons of your favourite shows coming to History
February on The Home Channel
February on HONEY

Discovery Family (DStv channel 136):

- Street Outlaws: Oklahoma City's street racers participate in a contest to showcase their driving skills and compete against each other to win the title.

TNT (DStv channel 137):

- Dark Night Comedy (Stunt)
- TNT Hit: Edge Of Tomorrow
- Valentine's Day Bromance: White House Down and Rush Hour

Real Time (DStv channel 155):

- Reasonable Doubt: Retired homicide detective Chris Anderson and criminal defense attorney Fatima Silva help desperate families, convinced a loved one has been wrongfully convicted of murder. Each week Chris and Fatima investigate a new case. And each week they are forced to decide whether there's really been a wrongful conviction or whether the family needs to face the bitter truth that their loved one is guilty as charged . "Reasonable Doubt" is a hard-hitting, balanced and emotional look at the US criminal justice system.

DStv:
MultiChoice might be adding two new catch-up channels
BBC to close linear channels and move to an internet only digital future
kykNET Lekker Opened To More DStv Customers For A Limited Time
What Consumers Should Be Concerned About Regarding SABC's Yet To Be Launched Channels On DStv?

Friday, December 9, 2022

Prediction: DMAX Expands To Africa, To Launch On MultiChoice's DStv And eMedia Investments' Openview

Prediction is a statement of what you think will happen in future.

In October, Warner Bros. Discovery and SMRG announced the launch of a new free-to-air channel, Asharq Discovery. The channel is set to feature a ray of original content while as supplying archived material from the company's portfolio.

The channel will span across pop science and engineering, motoring and turbo, wildlife and nature, adventure and travel, reality and lifestyle, and crime mystery documentaries which kind of gave me an idea for another channel, DMAX.

DMAX is a well established entertainment channel by Warner Bros. Discovery which skews toward the male audience and serves as a Real Time to Discovery Channel.

eMedia Investments:
- Prediction: eToonz to get an additional channel
- Could Openview+ lead to 24 hour capability of these channels?
- eToonz schedule explained
- Housewives has been scrapped from e.tv's lineup
- eMedia's 4 channels to go dark on DStv
- Charlize Theron opinion over the Afrikaans language

Ever since Real Time was repositioned to not lurk so much in the shadow of TLC I kind of feel comfortable with its presence. If you don't have access to Food Network, HGTV and Investigation Discovery there's not much to complain about from my point of view.

Trust me when I say, TLC has got a lot of potential but ever since it found its Kardashian with Say Yes To Dress and 90 Days Of Everything it can be a nuisance at times.

Discovery Channel "to some extent" has learnt a lot from its female counterpart with those motor and Hill Billy shows. It's not like TLC where they can air the same show with a new coat of paint but rent a backyard and do extreme demolitions with trucks followed by Moto GP.

DStv:
Could Russia Today be removed from the DStv platform?
Qwest TV coming soon to Showmax
fliekNET to make a comeback this festive season
Why DStv Premium customers might lose out on a certain new channel?
eMedia's 4 channels to go dark on the DStv platform
VH1 making a comeback on DStv

DMAX introduces you to another version of Discovery Channel one which isn't obsessed with motors as they offer shows like Life Below Zero, American Chopper, Man Vs. Food, Animal Cops and Ghost Hunters.

Just like Real Time, I read this channel was repositioned in certain territories as they have some reality lows like Toddlers and Tiaras and My Big Fat Fabulous Life basically combining the format of Discovery Family and Real Time which has got me thinking.

Is it possible that channels like Discovery Family and Real Time have become obsolete to MultiChoice just think.

Openview:
MultiChoice to rollout delayed Openview channel
Openview to come with monthly fees by next year
Could Openview be losing more channels in future?
SABC 1 title card has been registered for customers
MultiChoice attempting to replicate eExtra's Kuiertyd with kykNET
eMovies and eMovies Extra receive their first competitors on DStv Easyview

When they launched CineMagic and Magic Showcase earlier this month. They mentioned trying to limit the amount of rebroadcasts seen on various packages that's why Novela Magic is being axed in South Africa and it's no secret that Discovery Family to some extent and Real Time lurk around the corner.

Discovery Family's content has been reshuffled several times and DMAX seems to have everything figured out. The only issue with Real Time is availability as there's plenty of customers who've already seen Chopped Junior and My Cat From Hell.

Which has got me thinking what if Real Time and Discovery Family were to fold under this tile DMAX with Travel Channel tagging along with some of its content on Discovery Channel as the channel has gone off unnoticed by both MultiChoice and Warner Bros. Discovery.

The scenario goes as follows
1. Discovery Family and Real Time (including Travel Channel) form DMAX which is also regarded as free-to-air and allocated on the Openview platform.
2. Several content on Travel Channel moves over to Discovery Channel such as House Hunters International and Ripley's Believe It Or Not.
3. Discovery Channel moves over to Compact as MultiChoice has been bleeding DStv customers so why not. The only loser here is Family as they lost three channels and gain one with two on Compact.

Friday, April 15, 2022

Discovery Family Ceases Transmission In France, Could Africa And The Rest Of EMEA Follow?

Earlier in the month, consumers in France were able to confirm that Discovery Family operated by the newly formed company Warner Bros. Discovery had allegedly been discontinued as of March 29, 2022 which is close to the time it launched in Africa.

Just like Africa, Discovery Family wasn't a kids channel in France and offered content already viewed on other brands. From what I heard, the only reason it launched in France was because of how successful it was in Africa.

Over the years, the channel has hit a bit of a dry spell but that's not the reason for its termination in France and very likely Africa.

According to sources, Discovery Inc. made the decision to terminate the channel as part of their merger with WarnerMedia to form Warner Bros. Discovery.

 

A few weeks ago, there was somewhat of a leak about this company in terms of management and TLC was folded under WarnerMedia as they're in charge of general entertainment while Discovery Inc. manages the factual and lifestyle.

Discovery Family is in general entertainment category and the only other repeat channel from the former Discovery Inc. is Real Time but that's regarded as factual and lifestyle channel.

If anything Real Time has a better shot of remaining in Africa or both could be terminated in an attempt to reduce redundancy and also there's the matter of Discovery+ which will give viewers plenty of time to binge old content.

Discovery Family and Real Time have been on opposite ends with Discovery Family being the eldest made it challenging for Real Time to gain any traction. The demise of Family actually benefits Real Time in terms of viewership.

Both brands have been sharing a batch of content particularly in the wildlife and food section so viewers won't be missing much as there's always Discovery Channel for adrenaline junkies.

 

Replacement for Discovery Family

In France, the content seen on the channel has since then moved to Discovery Channel, Discovery Science and Investigation Discovery. Except in Africa, Discovery Science is not on DStv and just like France they too are missing out on Animal Planet.

In 2017, MultiChoice stripped consumers of Animal Planet for the bloated Real Time so that channel is out of the equation but Discovery Science hasn't been seen on the platform.

In 2018, StarTimes replaced Discovery Science with Discovery Family until that got discontinued so could DStv perhaps do a switcheroo and perhaps extend the reach of Discovery Channel to Compact customers for the adrenaline lovers.

Thursday, June 10, 2021

July 2021 On TLC And Real Time Africa | 2 New Series Alerts Including Sibling Rivalry | 4 Returning Shows Including Seeking Sister Wives And It's Your Fault I'm Fat


TLC:

Extreme Sisters
Brand New
Date: 12 July
Time: 21:00 CAT
Day: Monday
Some sister bonds are stronger than others, but these sisters take it to the extreme. Their obsession with each other is over the top, and they unapologetically refuse to change anything about the unconventional ways they live their lives.

So Freakin Cheap
Brand New
Date: 3 July
Time: 20:00 CAT
Day: Saturday
America’s Cheapest Families follows the authentic, real life situations of four ordinary families who are extraordinarily cheap. From cooking chicken in the dryer, to making their clothes out of recycled garbage, saving money is always their number one priority. While they stop at nothing to save a buck, in the end, they all truly value what matters most in life - being a loving family!

7 Little Johnstons S6B
New Episodes
Date: 28 July
Time: 20:00 CAT
Day: Wednesday
There are no little kids left in the Johnston household. Liz and Anna are in college, Alex and Emma are starting high school and Jonah has his first serious girlfriend. The coronavirus, however, has plans up in the air for the whole family.

Seeking Sister Wife S3
New Season
Date: 18 July
Time: 19:00 CAT
Day: Sunday
After a heartbreaking divorce from their sister wife Vanessa, Dimitri and Ashley Snowden are still in LA and back in the dating game with not one, but two girlfriends! Christeline, a lovely single mother, lives in South Africa, and Tayler, a spunky henna artist, is from Atlanta, Georgia.

Real Time:
Barefoot Contessa: Back to Basics S9, 10, S12
New Seasons
Date: 7 July
Time: 14:15 CAT
Day: Monday - Friday
The Barefoot Contessa is back, and this time she is teaching viewers how to cook like a pro. You've been invited to all of her fabulous parties, and now America's hostess with the mostess, Ina Garten, lifts the veil on all her tips, sharing techniques and professional strategies along with incredibly elegant and easy recipes.

It’s Your Fault I’m Fat S2
New Season
Date: July 14
Time: 14:15 CAT
Day: Monday - Friday
Desperate teenagers team up with their overweight families to shed the pounds. Over a course of eight weeks, each of the families face challenges such as making a meal for less than 500 calories per person, or a 5k charity run.

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