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Tuesday, May 19, 2020

June & July 2020 On History Africa | Eating History | Uncharted Mysteries | Icons Of Music | Black Patriots | Washington | Forged In Fire | American Wreckers

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EATING HISTORY
17th June - 15th July, Wednesdays @ 20:15 CAT Eatng History, follows “vintage food expert” Old Smokey and collector, Josh Macuga as they embark on a quest to eat the oldest, most nostalgic and shocking foods to have survived the test of tme. The hosts will find foods believed to have been “lost to the past” — buried in bunkers, rotng in root cellars, forgoten in fridges or collectng dust on shelves — in order to explore history through food. In each episode, Macuga and Old Smokey hit the road to visit collectons of vintage food and to learn the stories behind collectors.

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UNCHARTERED MYSTERIES
4th June - 9th July, Thursdays at 20:15 CAT
Uncharted Mysteries follows adventurer and survivalist Clif Simon as he explores paranormal mysteries in some of the world’s most extreme and challenging environments. From the terrifying bat-winged “Jersey Devil” to the deadly “Night Marchers” of Hawaii, Clif is determined to uncover the truth behind these nightmarish myths and legends. That means using all his skills to hike, swim, and even crawl his way into places most people wouldn’t dare to go. Along the way, scientsts, shamans, historians, and witnesses all provide clues that shed light on dark secrets that ofen defy explanaton. He consults with local guides to help plan his route, but afer that, Clif is on his own, venturing solo, deep into one extreme landscape afer the other, to hauntng places where the wilderness and the paranormal intersect.

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ELTON JOHN: BECOMING ROCKETMAN
27th June, Saturday @ 21:00 CAT
2019 was the year of Elton John, with the release of the box ofce hit ‘Rocketman’, his autobiography and his fnal farewell tour, all eyes are on the musical genius. We take a glimpse into his incredible journey and uncover the truth behind the turbulent and eccentric life of a superstar. Find out what it took for this shy young man to become ‘Rocketman’.

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MICHAEL JACKSON: REMEMBER THE KING
4th July, Saturday at 21:00 CAT
There are very few artsts who have obsessed the world like Michael Jackson did. His singles topped the charts all over the globe, selling over 350 million records whilst holding the record for the best-selling album of all tme. It was clear, although his success is unrivalled, that he was a troubled man whose bizarre life- style eventually eclipsed his musical talent. This documentary will cover all aspects of his life, from the Jackson 5 to This Is It, from his humble beginnings to Neverland, and from his abusive father to his own alleged abuse cases.

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FREDDY MERCURY: KINGS OF QUEENS
11th July, Saturday at 21:00 CAT
Queen’s legendary lead singer Freddie Mercury earned a place in modern rock history as the writer and singer of some of its most legendary songs: “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Killer Queen,” “We Are the Champions,” and “Crazy Litle Thing Called Love.” Born in Zanzibar to Indian parents and later raised in India, Mercury and his “Queen” bandmates went on to sell albums in unit totals that rivalled the Beatles. His remarkable four octave singing range was a key ingredient in the band’s success. Mercury died of AIDS in late 1991, less than 24 hours afer a public admission he had contracted the disease.

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PRINCE: KISS THE RAIN
18th July, Saturday at 21:00 CAT Few artsts are as prolifc as Prince. The king of self-transformaton, Prince made his mark on an entre generaton. He redefned popular music and reshaped the music industry. But the enigma of Prince held many untold secrets. Join us on this in-depth look at his incredible career and get closer to the artst with dramatc re-enactments of his life and shocking fnal moments.

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DAVID BOWIE: THE MAN WHO STOLE THE WORLD
25th July, Saturday at 21:00 CAT
Known as a musical chameleon, David Bowie was able to fow and adapt his music and style to current fashion and trends. Prior to his breakthrough in 1972, he recorded a proto-metal record and a pop/ rock album, eventually redefning glam rock with his ambiguously sexy Ziggy Stardust persona. Each one of his phases in the ‘70s sparked a number of subgenres, including punk, new wave, goth rock, the new romantcs, and electronica. With his death just two days afer his 69th birthday and release of his most poignant album ‘Blackstar’, he lef his fans with a partng gif that will solidify his already indelible mark in music history. With exclusive footage and interviews, we look back at his legacy and pay tribute to the life and memories of David Bowie.
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BLACK PATRIOTS: HEROES OF THE REVOLUTION
4 July, Saturday at 20h05
From the inital sparks of revoluton in Boston to the climactc Siege of Yorktown and beyond, this special paints a comprehensive picture of the African American experience during the Revolutonary War. Hear the story of the war within the revoluton through the eyes of some of the most crucial and signifcant African American fgures of America’s foundaton. Features NBA legend, best-selling author and esteemed actvist Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

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WASHINGTON
5 July – 19 July, Sundays at 20h15 HISTORY’s six-hour, three-part series Washington will chip away at the bronzed and marbled image of America’s frst President and bring to life the man whose name is known to all, but whose epic story is understood by few. Narrated by Emmy award-winning actor Jef Daniels and executve produced by world-renowned presidental historian and Pulitzer Prize®-winning bestselling author Doris Kearns Goodwin.

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FORGED IN FIRE: BEAT THE JUDGES
20 July – 24 August, Mondays at 21h10
It’s the most frequently asked queston from fans of Forged in Fire - “When will we see bladesmiths compete against our judges?” Now, they are about to get their wish. In each 60 minute episode, the best bladesmiths from all over the country come to the forge for a once-in-a-lifetme opportunity, to square of against our renowned Forged in Fire Masters in the highest stakes forging competton yet!
First, the smiths must prove they have what it takes to challenge an icon by beatng each other in a series of win-or-go-home forging challenges. Then the remaining two smiths - one of our seasoned Masters and one hopeful compettor - will compete to create a fully functoning blade that will be evaluated and tested. If the challenger can fnd a way to prevail against our judge in an intense bladesmithing showdown, they’ll walk away with $10K and eternal bragging rights.

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AMERICAN WRECKERS
28 July – 1 September, Tuesdays at 20h15 Missouri USA has a powerful legacy of outlaws and feuds. Home to Jesse James, Wyat Earp and Wild Bill Hickok, Missouri is now home to a new rivalry: the one between the Belle Boys and the Outsiders, fought each week in the demoliton derby arena in Belle, Missouri. This season, the scrappy Outsiders team challenges local derby legend and reigning champions, the Belle Boys, to a series of six derbies. Every week, the two teams batle it out in a deeply personal fght for automotve supremacy in their grizzled, souped- up derby cars.

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