Pop Up Party Arrives On Cartoon Network Africa In July 2016 Along With A Famous Japanese Series Which Took Nintendo By Storm

BRAND NEW SHOW
POP UP PARTY
There’s an epic, secret underground mission unravelling and only a few pretty important people over at Cartoon Network are in the know. Who’s invited? Everybody!

In the first ever locally-produced series, exclusive to Africa, Cartoon Network has selected a talented, dynamic crew of young urban dancers to pop-up across South Africa, each time, at a different location. Disrupting the scene, the dance crew will take over creating a fun, interactive experience for all  onlookers to enjoy. This series is the most contagious, unpredictable, African-spiced, dance party on the continent. Where will the crew turn-it-up next?

Premiere date : Saturday 23/07/16
Tune-in : Weekends @ 16:30 CAT
End date: Sunday 18/09/16

BRAND NEW SHOW
YOKAI WATCH
The global phenomenon YoKai Watch, is taking Africa by storm!

Based on a popular Nintendo game, this Japanese series has experienced mass global success; YoKai Watch, now coming to local screens across Africa where the fun and adventure may begin! A chance encounter with a mysterious Yokai named Whisper changes the life of fifth-grader Nate  forever. He is given a magical watch that allows him to see and interact with the secret world of the Yokai, invisible entities terrorising the people and complicating everyday life.

Premiere date : Monday 18/07/2016
Tune-In : Monday - Friday @ 18:30 CAT
Repeat : Weekends @ 14:10 CAT

BRAND NEW EPISODES
TEEN TITANS GO!
Robin, Starfire, Raven, Cyborg and Beast Boy, also known as the Teen Titans, are back for a brand new series of comedic misadventures!

Robin has come up with a new, full-proof plan to make Starfire fall in love with him. He’s decided that he is going to transform himself into a cat! Meanwhile, since Robin won’t give the team any direction or order (hoping they’ll learn to think for themselves), the Teen Titans begin taking hints and clues as to what  to do from fortune cookies - what on earth could possibly go wrong?

Premiere date : Monday 25/07/16
Tune-in : Monday - Friday  @ 16:10 CAT
Repeat: Monday-Friday @ 18h50 & 06:25 CAT
Sat & Sun @ 09:10 CAT

What's New In June 2016 On Nick Jr Africa

FRESH BEAT BAND OF SPIES NEW EPISODES
Wednesday 1 June @ 09:20
Twist, Kiki, Shout and Marina know how to entertain an audience with one of their musical gigs. But in reality, their band is actually a cover for their jobs as spies. They investigate unusual crimes with each band member
possessing a unique skill that helps them solve cases.

DORA AND FRIENDS NEW EPISODES
Saturday 4 June @ 15:30
Fans of young Dora the Explorer will love the latest adventures she goes on with her new group of friends, Kate, Naiya, Emma, Alana and Pablo. They all attend school in Playa Verde. But when school’s out, they explore their city,
using Dora’s smartphone to navigate the way.

PAW PATROL SAFETY STUNT WATER
Thursday 9 June 2016 @ 19:10 and Friday 10 June @ 07:10
Watch as the adorable rescue pups Chase, Marshall, Rocky, Zuma, Rubble and Skye learn how to protect and serve. Whether it’s chasing away thieves or saving a drowning child, the Paw Patrol will be on a roll, risking life and limb to keep their neighbourhood safe.

SHIMMER AND SHINE NEW EPISODES
Thursday 23 June @ 19:35
Genies in training Shimmer and Shine live in the enchanted Zahramay Falls where they go on exciting adventures with their pets Nahal and Tala. The magical lasses must learn how to grant their human friend Leah’s wishes without upsetting the natural balance, but their inexperience often leads to awkward mishaps they have to correct.

PROGRAMMING STUNTS & EVENTS
Sunday Movies
Dora and Friends: Puppy Princess Rescue
PREMIERE: Saturday, 4 June @ 19:10 and Sunday 5 June @ 07:10.
Go Diego Go!: Diego’s African Safari!
PREMIERE: Saturday 11 June @ 19:10 and Sunday 12 June @ 07:10.
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves King Unicornio
PREMIERE: Saturday 18 June @ 19:10 and Sunday 19 June @ 07:10.
Ni Hao Kai Lan: Princess Kai Lan
PREMIERE: Saturday 25 June @ 19:10 and Sunday 26 June @ 07:10.

Nickelodeon Temporary May 2016 Schedule

Until The Loud House Starts:
05:00  Harvey Beaks
05:30  Breadwinners
05:55  100 Things To Do Before High School
06:20  Henry Danger
06:45  SpongeBob SquarePants
07:10  SpongeBob SquarePants
07:35  Game Shakers
08:00  The Thundermans
08:25  The Thundermans
08:50  Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
09:20  Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
09:45  100 Things To Do Before High School
10:10  Henry Danger
10:35  SpongeBob SquarePants
11:00  SpongeBob SquarePants
11:25  Harvey Beaks
11:50  Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn
12:15  Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn
12:40  Bella And The Bulldogs
13:10  Game Shakers
13:35  The Thundermans
14:00  Harvey Beaks
14:25  SpongeBob SquarePants
14:50  SpongeBob SquarePants
15:20  Henry Danger
15:45  Breadwinners
16:10  Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
16:35  Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
17:00  100 Things To Do Before High School
17:25  Game Shakers
17:50  Bella And The Bulldogs
18:20  SpongeBob SquarePants
18:45  Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn
19:10  The Thundermans
19:35  Henry Danger
20:00  SpongeBob SquarePants
20:25  SpongeBob SquarePants
20:50  Harvey Beaks
21:15  Game Shakers
21:40  100 Things To Do Before High School
22:05  Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn
22:25  Breadwinners
22:50  The Thundermans
23:20  Sanjay And Craig
23:45  Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
00:05  Henry Danger
00:30  SpongeBob SquarePants
00:50  SpongeBob SquarePants
01:15  Bella And The Bulldogs
01:40  Haunted Hathaways
02:00  Poppixie
02:25  iCarly
02:50  Rabbids: Invasion
03:15  Rabbids: Invasion
03:45  Poppixie
04:10  Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
04:35  iCarly

Nicktoons Africa New Fancy Schedule For May 2016-Present

06:00  T.U.F.F. Puppy
06:25  Peppa Pig
06:50  The Penguins Of Madagascar
07:15  Winx Club
07:40  Avatar: The Legend of Aang
08:05  Avatar: The Legend of Aang
08:40  Alvin And The Chipmunks
08:55  The Fairly OddParents
09:20  Back At The Barnyard
09:45  Jimmy Neutron
10:10  Peppa Pig
10:35  The Mighty B!
11:00  Get Blake
11:25  Totally Spies
11:50  Totally Spies
12:15  Winx Club
12:40  Winx Club
13:05  Avatar: The Legend of Aang
13:30  Avatar: The Legend of Aang
13:55  The Fairly OddParents
14:20  Alvin And The Chipmunks
14:45  Jimmy Neutron
15:10  T.U.F.F. Puppy
15:35  Kung Fu Panda: Legends Of
Awesomeness
16:00  Monsters Vs Aliens
16:25  Fanboy And Chum Chum
16:50  The Penguins Of Madagascar
17:15  The Penguins Of Madagascar
17:40  Kung Fu Panda: Legends Of
Awesomeness
18:05  Avatar: The Legend of Aang
18:30  Winx Club
18:55  Winx Club
19:20  Totally Spies
19:45  Totally Spies
20:10  Alvin And The Chipmunks
20:35  Get Blake
21:00  The Fairly OddParents
21:25  Jimmy Neutron
21:50  Monsters Vs Aliens
22:15  The Penguins Of Madagascar
22:40  The Penguins Of Madagascar
23:05  Kung Fu Panda: Legends Of
Awesomeness
23:30  Totally Spies
23:55  Totally Spies
00:20  Monsters Vs Aliens
00:45  Jimmy Neutron
01:10  The Mighty B!
01:35  Avatar: The Legend of Aang
02:00  Avatar: The Legend of Aang
02:25  The Penguins Of Madagascar
02:50  Fanboy And Chum Chum
03:15  Back At The Barnyard
03:40  Get Blake
04:05  Jimmy Neutron
04:30  Hey Arnold!
04:55  Rugrats
05:20  The Mighty B!
05:45  Alvin And The Chipmunks

New Episodes Of Marvel Ultimate Spider-Man Titled Marvel Spider-Man Vs The Sinister 6 Heads To Disney XD Africa With More Premiere Episodes In May 2016

GAMER’S GUIDE TO PRETTY MUCH EVERYTHING                                                    Premiere episodes                                                                                             Weekdays from Monday 9th to Monday 23rd May at 15:55
Catch the second half of the first season of the fabulous series Gamer's Guide to Pretty Much Everything, as premiere episodes roll out on weekdays from Monday 9th to 23rd May at 15:55 on Disney XD.
Find out what craziness Conor, Wendell, Franklin and Ashley get up to in new episodes, from looking after a goat to trying to create a supreme prank! In the episode entitled The Prank of the Century (Monday 9th May at 15:55) while trying to win Pranktube's best prank contest, Connor and Ashley prank Franklin, making him think he rode over a waterfall in a barrel.
Tune in on weekdays from Monday 9th to Monday 23rd May at 15:55 to see new episodes.

BECOMING…CHRIS PAUL                                              Premiere episode                                                                Monday 2nd May at 19:00
May sees another premiere episode in our fascinating new documentary series entitled Becoming… on Monday 2nd May at 19:00 on Disney XD.

Becoming… focuses on a different sports star in each show, exploring how they got to where they are today. It looks at the trials and tribulations, the hard work and sacrifices which are necessary, and the toll sports stardom takes.

In this new show, Chris Paul, star basketball player for the Los Angeles Clippers and the US national team, tells his story. He gives an insight into his career, the set-backs he suffered, and how it felt to achieve his dream of playing for the national team.
Catch this fascinating documentary Becoming …Chris Paul on Monday 2nd May at 19:00 on Disney XD.

BIONIC SATURDAYS:
LAB RATS
Programming event
Saturdays until 21st May at 09:25

Tune in to Disney XD on Saturdays until 21st May at 09:25 for Bionic Saturdays, consisting of a block of six back-to-back episodes of Lab Rats every week.

Each block starts with a premiere episode on Saturday 21st May at 09:25, and the series concludes with a block that starts with the two part special The Vanishing.

In the special, The Vanishing (Saturday 21st May at 09:25) the academy students suddenly vanish after receiving an operating system upgrade. The team initially blames a glitch, but realize the kids are pawns in a much bigger master plan. The Lab Rats put their lives at risk when they face off against the vanished students' captors – a nefarious duo they recognize from their past.

Bionic Saturdays air on Disney XD on Saturdays until 21st May at 09:25.

ROCKET MONKEYS                                                            Premiere episodes                                                              Weekdays until 3rd May at 14:15
The adventures of monkey astronauts and brothers Gus and Wally continue on weekdays in May, with premiere episodes of Rocket Monkeys at 14:15.
They're not the brightest or coolest astronauts, but since they're the only ones around, they are called upon to go into space and carry out different kinds of important missions - including battling rogue black holes and vengeful aliens.
Don’t miss these fun-filled episodes of Rocket Monkeys on weekdays at 14:15!

STAR WARS REBELS                                              Premiere episodes                                                                 Sundays throughout May at 15:30
Star Wars Rebels, the popular animated series based on the legendary Star Wars saga, continues on Disney XD this month with premiere episodes on Sundays at 15:30.
In the first of this month’s episodes (Sunday 1st May at 15:30) entitled The Honourable Ones, Zeb and Kallus are stranded on an ice planet after a failed Imperial ambush. Kallus has been injured and they must work together to survive the harsh conditions. 
Don’t miss premiere episodes of Star Wars Rebels on Disney XD on Sundays throughout May at 15:30.

MARVEL ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN VS THE SINISTER 6                                                          Premiere episodes                                                                    Weekdays from 23rd May at 18:35
Spider-man is back this month in brand new episodes, with a twist. The latest season, newly entitled Marvel Ultimate Spider-Man vs the Sinister 6, airs on weekdays from 23rd May at 18:35.
As the season launches with a new double length episode, Hydra Attacks (Monday 23rd May at 18:35) Spidey is up against new foes, the Sinister 6. Peter Parker is now SHIELD student instructor. Doc Ock, Arnim Zola and Hydra team up to attack the Tri-Carrier, catching SHIELD off guard and Spider-Man must singlehandedly stop the assault.
Tune in for this new season on weekdays from Monday 23rd May at 18:35, starting with a double episode!

HERO UP!                                                       Programming event                                                                                      Sunday 1st May from 18:35
This month tune into Hero Up! featuring back-to-back episodes of Marvel Avengers Assemble on Sunday 1st May at 18:35.
Our very special programming block includes not only episodes from the series, but also a compilation of the animated shorts entitled Marvel Avengers Reassembled which airs at 20:45.
Catch this Hero Up! marathon on Sunday 1st May from 18:35 to 21:10.

POKEMON XY: PART TWO                                Premiere episodes                                                                   Every weekday until 23rd May at 08:35
Ash and Pikachu continue their epic journey in the newest episodes of Pokémon the Series: XY which airs on weekdays until 23rd May at 08:35.
Ash and Pikachu to set off on new adventures in the Kalos region. On the way they’re joined by new friends: an inventor named Clemont, his sister Bonnie, and Serena, a Trainer on her first journey.  
Catch all latest quests on weekdays until Monday 23rd May at 08:35 on Disney XD.

New Sofia The First Special With Olaf The Snowman From Frozen And More Coming In May 2016 On Disney Junior Africa

P J MASKS
Series premiere
Weekdays from Monday 16th May at 18:00
New animated adventure series P.J. Masks comes to Disney Junior this month, launching on Monday 16th May at 18:00.

In these fun-filled shows six year olds Connor, Amaya and Greg are ordinary school kids, but when something goes wrong in their city, they don their pyjamas and become P.J. Masks – superheroes Catboy, Gekko and Owlette. Each has a special talent, and together they can tackle any problem, solve mysteries, and also learn valuable lessons. In the series launch episode Gekko and the Super Ninjalinos/Owlette's Terrible Pterodactyl Trouble (Monday 16th May at 18:00) Night Ninja steals sports kit for his Ninjalinos, and Romeo takes a pterodactyl model and turns it into a flying robot!

This great new series launches on Monday 16th May at 18:00, and continues with premiere episodes on weekdays at the same time until Friday 27th May.

THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE CUDDLY!
Programming event
Afternoons from 30th May at 17:30
May sees a new and exciting block on Disney Junior on weekday afternoons from Monday 30th May at 17:30 – The Good, The Bad and The Cuddly!

Viewers can save the day with P J Masks and The Lion Guard, laughing at such hapless villains as resident baddie Night Ninja or the Lion Guard’s mischievous gaggle of hyenas…  Or, for those who prefer it, join Goldie & Bear, and Sofia the First for some cuddly snuggle time!

This new block launches on Monday 30th May at 17:30.

SOFIA THE FIRST: THE SECRET LIBRARY
Saturday 7th May at 09:00
Guess who has popped up to help Sofia with her latest problem? Not a Disney princess as usual. Instead it’s none other than Olaf, the crazy snowman from Disney’s mega hit movie Frozen!

Olaf turns up in the second episode of the story arc The Secret Library on Saturday 7th May at 09:00 In Olaf and the Tale of Miss Nettle when Sofia's amulet summons Olaf instead of a princess, the two set off to stop Miss Nettle from stealing the snowdrop flowers from Freezenberg!

Sofia the First and the Secret Library: Olaf and the Tale of Miss Nettle premieres on Saturday 7th May at 09:00.

PREMIERE SATURDAYS
Programming block
Saturdays from 14th May
Saturdays on Disney Junior are looking amazing from the middle of this month, with Premiere Saturdays from Saturday 14th May.

In May we welcome back Disney Junior’s best buddies Goldie & Bear with premiere episodes every Saturday from 14th May at 09:30. See what the duo have been up to, with brand new adventures from Fairy Tale Forest. In Pinnochio-it is/The Clubhouse that Jack Built (Saturday 14th May at 12:00) Goldie catches a case of Pinocchio-it is, making her nose grow, and Bear tries to join a club that is exclusively for those named Jack.

Then catch new Captain Jake and the Never Land Pirates at 10:00 each Saturday as Jake continues his quest on the Great Never Sea.

Tune in every Saturday from 14th May for new adventures from two of viewers’ favourite series.

Radio Disney Music Awards 2016 Comes In May 2016 And More On Disney Channel Africa

BACKSTAGE
Series premiere
Monday 16th May at 17:00
Our great new series Backstage launches on Disney Channel on Monday 16th May at 17:00.

This lively docu-drama chronicles the lives of a group of 12 outstandingly talented teenagers as they live through the highs and lows of attending the prestigious Keaton School of the Arts. Follow them throughout the academic year as their experiences range from worry and disappointment to new friendships and crowning achievements.

In the series launch episode The First Day (Monday 16th May at 17:00) best friends and fellow dancers, Vanessa and Carly, embark on their first day at this prestigious school for the performing and visual arts Keaton School of the Arts and find themselves in direct competition. Meanwhile singer Alya struggles with stage fright.

Backstage premieres on Monday 16th May at 17:00 and continues on weekdays at the same time until the end of the month.

THURSDAY PREMIERES
Every Thursday throughout May from 17:15
Thursdays are big days on Disney Channel in May as we continue with our weekly block jam-packed with premieres from 17:25 to 19:05.

These entertainment extravaganzas contain premiere episodes of Alex & Co, Gravity Falls, Jessie, Girl Meets World and Mako Mermaids.

Don’t miss all new episodes of top shows every Thursday throughout May from 17:25 on Disney Channel.

GRAVITY FALLS: WEIRDMAGEDDON
Season finale
Thursday 5th May at 18:15
Season two of the wonderfully weird and wacky animated series Gravity Falls reaches its climax with the two final episodes of four part story arc Weirdmageddon on Thursday 5th May from 18:15.

In this double episode length special, which contains the third and fourth part of the Weirdmageddon story arc, Weirdmageddon has descended on Gravity Falls. Ford discovers Bill's true motives and a final confrontation with him leads to the Pines family's ultimate fate and greatest sacrifice.

Parts three and four of the story arc Weirdmageddon,  which make up the season two finale of Gravity Falls, premiere on Disney Channel on Thursday 5th May from 18:15. 

EVERY EPISODE EVER: JESSIE
Programming event
Saturdays and Sundays from 28th May at 13:35
As a special treat for fans of hit show Jessie, leading up to the spectacular season finale of the series in June, this month Disney Channel is showing every episode ever–on Saturdays and Sundays from Saturday 28th May at 13:35.

RADIO DISNEY MUSIC AWARDS 2016
Premiere show
Friday 27th May at 17:25.
There’s a celebrity and music-packed treat in store for Disney Channel viewers in May, with the premiere of the programme featuring the Radio Disney Music Awards 2016 – the kids’ biggest awards show for music – on Friday 27th May at 17:25.

These awards honour the year's achievements in music and are based on popular votes from the network's listeners via online voting. Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, Adele, Shawn Mendes and One Direction are among the top nominees for the 2016. Fans all around the world have voted for their favourite artists in categories including The Bestest – Song of the Year, The Buzz – Breakout Artist of the Year and That's My Jam – Best Anthem. Last year, over 101 million votes were cast, including more than five million votes from international fans.

As a special treat leading into the awards, Disney Channel has hand-picked some of the best musical episodes of such popular shows as Austin & Ally, Liv and Maddie,  Jessie,  Hannah Montana and Violetta. These air before the awards show, from 13:00, and there’s a premiere episode of Backstage immediately before the RDMAs 2016 at 17:00.

Don’t miss the star-studded Radio Disney Music Awards 2016 show premiering on Disney Channel on Friday 27th May at 17:25.

Exciting New Content Heads Your Way On Animal Planet In May 2016

VILLAGE VETS PREMIERE
From Wednesday, 4 May at 21:00
Vets James and Anthony are back with more extraordinary  tales of caring for the animals of Berry, Shoalhaven Heads,  and Kangaroo Valley, in southern New South Wales. The  practice they co-run is in a small Australian town but they  treat a colourful mix of patients, from everyday cats, dogs  and farm animals to exotic pets and local wildlife such as  echidnas and sugar gliders. They even treat their own pets,  which brings a very different set of challenges. The action at  the practice picks up as the team welcomes plucky new  addition Chris, fresh from university – as well as a very  different, and far more exciting, kind of new arrival for
James. In ‘Village Vets’ the animals, the practice and the people take centre stage in a series that
celebrates Australian country life in all its feathered, furry and scaly glory.

TANKED PREMIERE
From Monday, 9 May at 18:15
‘Tanked’ returns to follow business partners, best friends and  constant rivals Wayde King and Brett Raymer as they navigate  the murky depths of aquarium design. The guys are at the reins of the USA’s largest aquarium manufacturing company, Acrylic Tank Manufacturing (ATM) and it's going with a splash. This  series, they face even more incredible design challenges. NBA  All-Star John Wall requests an aquarium shaped like a pair of  dice, and Chicago Bulls star Jimmy Butler wants to make sweet  music with an old-school boombox aquarium that lights up and  plays music. Brett and Wayde must design and build a custom  tank for the founder of famed R&B group Boyz II Men. Plus, who will win as Wayde and Brett engage  in the first ever Tank Off? 'Jackass' creator Jeff Tremaine returns to award the most badass tank.

LIFE AFTER: CHERNOBYL PREMIERE
From Sunday, 22 May at 21:00
‘Life After: Chernobyl’ explores the worst nuclear catastrophe in history, which sent a plume of highly radioactive fallout  exploding into the atmosphere - 100 times the combined  radiation emission from the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombs. Two scientists have now been allowed total access to the area  surrounding the infamous Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant. Biologist Rob Nelson and anthropologist Mary-Ann Ochota are the first scientists to be permitted unlimited access to the Chernobyl danger zone, to investigate how the environment  and wildlife have been affected after 30 years in the most  contaminated area on earth. They can stay for as long as they need to conduct their research, but  must ensure the radiation exposure to their bodies does not reach unacceptably high levels. What  they discover about the effects of high radiation doses on animal and plant life in the region is  astonishing.

RESTORATION WILD PREMIERE
From Sunday, 29 May at 21:00
Brand new series ‘Restoration Wild’ follows master restorer
Jay Chaikin as he and his crew repurpose the coolest vintage  structures and relics, recycling them into amazing, one-of-akind living spaces of the most spectacular variety. Jay has a  passion for bringing people closer to the natural environment  in imaginative ways – whether it’s transforming a disused silo into an industrial-themed bar or renovating a 1940s bus into a quirky guesthouse. Jay and his highly skilled team are not only searching deep into the woodlands for the ruins of yesterday, they’re using them to create environments that look as if they were placed there by nature. In this series, the  team embarks on a cross-country renovation road trip, from  Maryland to North Carolina, Michigan to the Rockies, bringing an eye for design and expert  craftsmanship to places in need of a facelift – with astonishing results.

New Shows & Episodes On Discovery Channel In May 2016

RUNNING WILD WITH BEAR GRYLLS PREMIERE      
From Tuesday, 3 May at 20:00       
Hollywood star Kate Winslet takes on the challenge of a  lifetime in the nail-biting second series of 'Running Wild with  Bear Grylls'. The Academy Award-winner joins the renowned  survivalist and adventurer for a 48-hour extreme survival  adventure challenge in the beautiful but treacherous  Snowdonia Mountains. Other big names from the showbiz  world meeting Bear include Kate Hudson, Jesse Tyler  Ferguson, Michelle Rodriguez and Ed Helms. From the  jungles of Panama and the far reaches of the Italian Alps to  the Rocky Mountains of Colorado and red rocks of Utah, the  intrepid cast members face their deepest fears and tackle everything from skydiving to abseiling as  they journey through some of the planet's most unforgiving terrain.

FREE RIDE PREMIERE 
From Thursday, 12 May at 21:00
Adventurer and survival expert Rob Greenfield has an  audacious plan - to cross South America with no money.  Packing only his passport and a toothbrush, he wants to  discover whether it really is possible to trek across the world and survive the elements, relying solely on the kindness and generosity of strangers. Accompanying Rob is  filmmaker James Levelle, documenting every step of their  journey. Whether it's bartering for a bed in a Brazilian  favela or sleeping under the stars in the Amazon, washing  plates in a backroad diner in exchange for food, or hitching  a ride on a big rig – Rob (and James) are determined to do  it. When faced with language barriers, extreme culture clashes, violent storms, searing heat and  punishing terrain, will Rob be able to convince complete strangers to lend a helping hand?

DRIVING WILD PREMIERE   
From Friday 20 May at 20:00
Marc 'Elvis' Priestley has a full decade's experience as Formula 1 mechanic for McLaren Racing under his belt. In brand new series ‘Driving Wild’, he now plans to embark on a very different kind of international engineering challenge, joining forces with a series of  extreme and extraordinary vehicle 'tribes' across the world. He aims to combine his F1 know-how with their grassroots skill and  resourcefulness. Working with each motoring group, he'll attempt to pull  off a series of ingenious vehicle modifications in preparation for a highoctane, high-pressure driving challenge.

DEADLIEST JOB INTERVIEW PREMIERE
From Tuesday, 31 May  at 19.05
This brand new series features eight of the world's most extreme and  perilous professions. Told from the perspective of rookies, the series  focuses on these tough individuals as they enter the workforce, risking  everything to secure a permanent position. Follow arborists scaling the  heights in the Redwood forest, acrobatic bush pilots in the South African savanna, extreme heavy haul truckers, iron erectors high in the air and underwater construction divers. Witness volcanologists climbing to the top  of the explosive Stromboli and cavers on expedition in Tennessee, plus
examples of other jobs that severely test applicants’ mettle. The threat of  danger around every corner leaves little room for mistakes. These rookies  must learn the ropes and prove their determination to their mentors and  peers. The stakes are so extraordinarily high because it's not just their jobs  that are on the line, but also their lives.

What Viewers Can Look Forward To On TLC Entertainment In May 2016

CAKE BOSS SEASON 8 PREMIERE
From Monday, 9 May at 20:00
Buddy Valastro and his team are back in the mix for another season of ‘Cake Boss’. Buddy is one of the most renowned cake artists in the US and the master baker of Carlo’s Bake Shop in Hoboken, New  Jersey. This season it’s all change at the bakery, but it doesn’t stop the team from whipping up more outrageous creations, including a  pirate-themed cake, a cake cacti for the New York Botanical Gardens,  a beer cake for an Oktoberfest celebration and a harvest-themed cake  to kick off the autumn. Plus, Buddy is broadening his baking horizons  as he gets ready to open a new bakery in Connecticut. It's access all  areas in ways never seen before, as each episode follows the drama  behind the cake batter!

FAT CHANCE PREMIERE
From Thursday, 12 May at 20:00
‘Fat Chance’ takes the view that fat is a family issue, and it’s
the combined weight loss that counts. Each show takes two  overweight families and follows them as they work with the  experts to lose weight, become fit and regain their self confidence. Once assigned their target weight, they must  compete to shed the fat and achieve their goal in a bid to win  the big prize. Will they hit the mark? Will someone let the side  down? This compulsive series follows the drama and the tension  as these families try and break their bad eating habits and  change their lives for good.

MY EXTREME EXCESS SKIN PREMIERE
From Friday, 20 May at 20:55
‘My Extreme Excess Skin’ takes an intimate look at people who have lost extreme amounts of weight as they undergo  extensive surgery to remove up to 50-pounds of excess skin.  Each episode follows two individuals and culminates in  dramatic reveals for both. After shedding hundreds of pounds  of fat through methods ranging from gastric bypass surgery  to strict dieting and exercise, excess skin is a constant  reminder of a once much heavier physique. With cutting edge  technology and reconstructive surgical options, experienced  surgeons cut away massive amounts of skin, creating a fullbody transformation. Each journey and final reveal will not only change the subjects’ self-image, but  will change their lives forever.

TWO IN A MILLION PREMIERE
From Tuesday, 24 May at 20:55
Imagine living with one of the rarest medical conditions in the  world – what if there was no one you could confide in who could  truly understand the struggles and isolation you experience every single day? Brand new documentary series ‘Two in a Million’ brings together two inspirational individuals who share the same  rare condition. Documenting conditions including Schwartz Jampel syndrome, Lamellar ichthyosis and Goldenhar syndrome,  each episode follows an ordinary person with an extraordinary  condition as they embark on a journey of a lifetime.

More Crime & Drama In May 2016 On ID Xtra

DISAPPEARED SEASON 7 PREMIERE
From Sunday, 1 May at 21:00 
‘Disappeared’ is back for a seventh series of mysterious missing person cases. Propelled by unpredictable twists and turns, each episode explores an unusual disappearance and delves deep into the investigation, interviewing those closest to the  missing  person to explore what could have happened. Stories in this   series include a college student whose car was found abandoned   in a remote California park on the way to visit his parents, and  the BMX rider who was last seen wandering a field in southern Phoenix. Some stories remain unresolved, some reveal tragic  endings and others have surprisingly upbeat resolutions. And  while tangled webs unravel and dark secrets come to light, those closest to the disappeared never give  up hope. 

EVIL STEPMOTHERS PREMIERE
From Wednesday, 4 May at 21:00
‘Evil Stepmothers’ follows the stories of real women intent on making their families’ lives a living hell. From dividing the
family to dividing up bodies, these bloodthirsty step-monsters only have one thing in mind-themselves. In the first episode, Sueanne marries a widower with a teenage son and life  seems perfect. But behind closed doors, Sueanne and her  new stepson are at each other's throats. Fearing the  tumultuous relationship will end her marriage, she decides  the only solution is to make her stepson disappear - forever. Plus, Patti felt like the butt of every joke, growing up with a  disfigured face. But when she marries a father of three, she  vows to get the last laugh.

KILLER INSTINCT WITH CHRIS HANSEN PREMIERE  
From Thursday, 12 May at 21:50
Award-winning investigative presenter Chris Hansen brings his unrivalled  journalistic skills and criminal insight to a ground-breaking new series, revealing some of America's most shocking murders. Through extraordinary access to key witnesses, survivors, neighbours and law enforcers, Hansen will guide the viewer through every twist and turn of  an enthralling, unfolding crime drama. He pieces together the parts of a  criminal jigsaw by visiting the scene of the crime and uncovering neverbefore-seen archive material. Through journalistic rigour and psychological expertise, ‘Killer Instinct with Chris Hansen’ reaches deep into the depths of the killer's mind, bringing vividly to life the chilling  stories that have warped the ordinary towns and cities of everyday  America.

MURDER AMONG FRIENDS PREMIERE
From Tuesday, 17 May at 21:50
Most murders are committed by people acting alone, with  motives as old as time - usually money, jealousy or revenge. But  there is another type of murder, which is less common but no less horrific. ‘Murder Among Friends’ reveals the chilling real-life  cases where groups of people have got together and conspired  to kill. In many cases, the individual killers would never have acted alone. Figuring out who is the leader and who is the  follower - and who actually pulled the trigger - can be a complex  mystery in itself, particularly when the murder circle collapses  and its members turn on one another. Finding truth in the midst  of deception and betrayal becomes its own kind of puzzle, and  unravelling a group's deadly intent is no simple task.

More New Episodes Coming In May 2016 On Discovery Science

HOW TO PREMIERE
From Monday, 2 May at 20:15 
Have you ever wondered how the everyday items we use and rely on are  created? Monday nights in May are all about putting these innocuous objects under the microscope. Popular science series ‘How It’s Made’ returns for a 13th series and it’s packed with even more eye-opening  revelations about what it takes to manufacture the things we often take  for granted. Each episode is built around a wide range of products, with  this series featuring hammers, pens, Swiss army knives, olive oil, luxury  watches, leather shoes and so much more. Taking viewers behind the  scenes at the most high-tech factories around, this fascinating series  continues to demonstrate how raw materials are transformed and common items are manufactured.

FOOD FACTORY USA PREMIERE
From Tuesday, 3 May at 21:00
America is a country that seriously loves its food – and lots of it!  Behind every big-name bag of crisps, can of beer or candy bar  lies a mega-industrial production line that brings each product to the masses. ‘Food Factory USA’ takes a fascinating peek behind the scenes of the weird and wonderful processes that produce America’s favourite foods. Each mouth-watering episode serves up a triple serving of the country’s all-time favourite treats. From
McDonald’s French fries to Budweiser beer, it’s an epic journey through artisanal kitchens and mass production facilities on  mind-blowing scale. Watch as mountains of raw materials are transformed into the finished products  loved by millions. Along the way, meet the awesome machines and dedicated people who make it  happen. 

HOW DO THEY DO IT? PREMIERE
From Saturday, 7 May at 21:00
As the modern world becomes progressively automated  and mechanised, we grow ever more removed from
knowing how things are made or done. ‘How Do They  Do It?’ returns for a 12th series to uncover the miraculous feats of engineering which underpin life in  the 21st century. We take for granted many items that  make up the modern world but, from aeroplanes and  scaffolding to waterproof clothing and cement, these  items are often the products of highly sophisticated  engineering and production processes. Our comfortable  modern way of life relies on the problem-solving genius of engineers and the vision of industrial  designers, constantly striving to make things faster, cheaper and better. Each episode takes viewers  behind the scenes, peeling back the layers of industry to reveal the hidden stories behind our everyday lives.