New Series Alert: Bitz & Bob + The Deep + Gaming Show - In My Parent's Garage Coming Soon To Da Vinci Kids Africa - May 2022 Highlights

PREMIERES AND SPECIALS
Kids Programmes
Bitz & Bob - You Can Do It Too — PREMIERE 
44 x 5 mins
From May 7th – Saturdays & Sundays 09:25
Join Bitz and Bob as engineering from their animated adventures is brought to life by children. Create, build and try different experiments at home. You can do it too!

The Deep— PREMIERE
39 x 30 mins
From May 14th – Saturdays & Sundays 10:30
The Deep follows the adventures of the Nekton family—a brilliant team of underwater explorers. With state-of-the-art technology and an unquenchable thirst for discovery, the Nektons explore the mysterious depths of the ocean, where most of our world lies unexplored and unexplained.

 

Gaming Show - In My Parent's Garage — PREMIERE
35 x 30 mins
From May 11th – Wednesday 16:05
Longtime neighborhood friends Jesse, Julia and Ian, operate their own DIY web series devoted to gaming and kid culture, all headquartered in Jesse’s parents’ “tricked out” gaming garage. It’s from here that they hang- out, debate the virtues of video games, and shoot cool, informative and funny segments.

Continuing Kids Programmes include Wild Kratts every day at 08:05, Go Green with the Grimwades Fridays at 16:05, Briko Fridays at 15:45, The Pet Rescuers Wednesdays at 18:55, Darwin & Newts Sundays 09:00 and Animal Embassy Sundays 18:25.

 

Monthly Special
Cultural Diversity Day
Saturday, May 21st from 13:20 to 20:00
13:20 A Week to Beat the World - Guatemala Day 1-5
15:00 A Week to Beat the World - Kenya Day 1-5
16:40 A Week to Beat the World - Mongolia Day 1-5
18:20 A Week to Beat the World - Japan Day 1-5

Early Morning with Da Vinci
Every day from 06:00
06:00 The Treehouse Stories
06:10 Do You Know?
06:30 Siesta Z
06:45 Mily Miss Questions
06:55 Marvellous Makes
07:00 PinCode
07:20 Darwin & Newts
07:35 Addison
07:50 Doki
08:05 Wild Kratts
08:30 Kosmix
08:40 The Fixies
08:50 Superhero Sprinter Galore

Confessions: Animal Hoarding Returns For A Second Season On CBS Reality Africa While CBS Justice Africa Journeys Back To The 80s Where There Was Mass Killing Of Young Couples - May 2022 Highlights

CBS Reality:

CONFESSIONS: ANIMAL HOARDING
Season 2.
Channel Premiere
Weekdays at 07:30, 12:45, 21:35 and 01:25 from 2nd to 19th May.
An intimate portrayal of people and animals affected by hoarding and the challenges of confronting this unusual psychological condition. Delve into the hearts and minds of individuals afflicted, the family members and friends who want to help prevent their loved ones from spinning further out of control. Discover the toxic conditions and witness the impossible challenge of trying to care for so many pets at once.
With no existing protocol, the series coordinates task-force style mediation by psychologists, animal welfare experts, veterinarians, friends and families, and provides safe opportunities to explore the compulsive caregiving, digging deep into the desire for love and paralyzing fears of loss to understand how the problem grew so extreme and to provide tools to put a healthy plan for rehabilitation into action. In most cases, the problem is not addressed until it becomes a crime...until now.

SCARIEST NIGHT OF MY LIFE
Season 1.
Channel Premiere
Weekdays at 09:30, 19:45 and 01:50 from 16th May to 1st June.
We all have a scary memory that we have locked away – not wanted to relive it.  “Scariest Night of My Life” unlocks that frightening and unnerving memory that at times, is too painful to remember. Individuals will share paranormal nights that they thought they’d never survive, when there was no way out – a night that would never end.

 

 

CBS Justice:

AN UNEXPECTED KILLER
Season 2.
Channel premiere.
Weeknights at 19:00 from 2nd until 27th May.
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WEBSITE
Expect the unexpected in this gripping true crime series that delves into shocking murder investigations in which the identity of the killer comes as a complete surprise. Each standalone episode takes viewers through the twists and turns of a captivating homicide investigation, combining compelling interviews with dramatic re-enactments. Just when detectives think they’ve cracked the case, new evidence turns the investigation on its head and ultimately leads to a suspect no one anticipated.

THE LOVERS’ LANE MURDERS
Season 1.
Channel premiere.
Sundays at 20:00 from 15th May until 5th June.
Virginia’s Colonial Parkway, a dark and isolated lovers’ lane, was the scene of four brutal double murders between 1986-1990, with each year a new young couple meeting their untimely death. Chilling and eerie similarities connect the four cases, but no one has ever been arrested for the crimes. Now, a team of former FBI special agents led by former FBI Profiler Jim Clemente, intends to change that, with the goal of bringing a monster to justice and providing answers to the victims’ families.

BURIED IN THE BACKYARD
Season 4.
Channel premiere.
Weeknights at 20:00 from 2nd until 23rd May.
A backyard may seem like an innocent location, but sometimes it can be the hiding place for a deadly crime. The true-crime series "Buried in the Backyard" explores disturbing real-life murder cases in which the culprits tried to bury the remains of their victims in the backyard. Each hour-long episode delves into a new police investigation, painting a vivid picture of the crime and its aftermath through first-hand accounts from law enforcement agents and those closest to the victims. The riveting and suspenseful series unearths the secret motivations and deadly impulses that led to such sinister burials.
In episode 1 of season 4: the luckiest moment in a man’s life gives way to a dark mystery when he vanishes after winning a multi-million-dollar lottery. Did the pressure of sudden wealth cause him to seek privacy, or is there a more sinister reason no one can find him?

Roundups #40: Donkey Hodie Renewed For A Second Season On PBS Kids, New Competition Show Gogo For The Gold Coming In May To OUTtv And Captain Marvel Joins Fast And The Furious 10

Donkey Hodie to get a second season

PBS Kids has greenlit Season 2 of Donkey Hodie , a puppet series inspired by characters from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. Produced by Fred Rogers Productions in collaboration with Spiffy Pictures, the series is a social-emotional learning series for kids ages 3-5 emphasizing skills to promote resilience, persistence, and problem solving. The new season will consist of 25 half-hour episodes including two specials and is slated to debut in 2023.

Donkey Hodie is set in the whimsical land of Someplace Else. The puppet series follows the adventures of Donkey Hodie, an enthusiastic and charming go-getter and her pals: Purple Panda, her loyal and empathetic best friend; Duck Duck, a practical, quick-witted young; and Bob Dog, an energetic and eager canine.

“Since its premiere last year, Donkey Hodie has brought engaging stories full of fun, humor, and important life lessons to kids across the country, helping them to see a world of possibilities,” shared Sara DeWitt, senior vice president and general manager, Children’s Media and Education, PBS. “We couldn’t be happier to bring a second season of adventures from Donkey and her friends to PBS Kids.”

Jonny McGovern Go Goes For The Gold

It has been over two decades since Jonny McGovern’s moniker The Gay Pimp hit the New York scene with pointed comedy, raunchy gay-themed music videos, and a mission to stir sh*t up. That, he certainly has. Though his modern-day approach to media is less youth-inspired angst, his political, social, and pop culture views are no less visceral and continue to push the envelope. Not afraid to share his opinion, he is more concerned about entertaining and getting his message across than he is in being politically correct, even towards the LGBTQ community. After years of staying ahead of the LGBTQ media curve, this talk show host, podcaster, comedian, writer, producer, and musician is not concerned with who does or doesn’t like him – and his fans can’t get enough.

He debuts his latest project, Go-Go for the Gold for OutTV this May with comments about the show:
"The show is a tongue-in-cheek look for “America’s #1 Champion Gogo Superstar.” It’s a reality competition show based on my many years working in nightlife with go-go boys. It’s so fun, so hilarious and sexy, but has a lot of heart. It really highlights the creativity and ingenuity of go-go boys and shows a wide spectrum of sexy, inclusive of different body types, and a wide range of ethnicities and gender expressions which we all thought was very important to spotlight on the show."

 

Brie Larson is now part of the fast franchise

In an Instagram post by Actor Vin Diesel it was confirmed that actress, Brie Larson will be part of the upcoming Fast and Furious 10 movie, which is set to debut in May of 2023. This new installment of the Fast and Furious franchise marks 22 years since the original movie debuted in June of 2001.

Vin Diesel has been a part of the Fast and Furious movie franchise since the original movie. With work starting on the 10th movie it's clear that his excitement for the franchise is still strong, based on the passionate words in his Instagram post which highlights their newest cast member Brie Larson.

“Yeah yeah yeah… you see this angel over my shoulder cracking me up, you say to your self “ that’s Captain Marvel”. Clearly, there is love and laughter in this image. What you don’t see, however, is the character you will be introduced to in Fast10. You have no idea how timeless and amazing she will be in our mythology. Beyond her beauty, her intellect… her Oscar, haha is this profound soul who will add something you might not have expected but yearned for. Welcome to the FAMILY Brie.”

Roundups #39: YFM Currently Streaming On eVOD, Gay Aquaman Series Is Coming To HBO Max And William Levy Filming Yet Another Adaptation Of Montecristo

YFM has its own station on eVOD

YFM, Gauteng's leading radio station catered for urban music genres such as Kwaito, Hip-Hop, R&B along with minority of its airtime being dedicated to talk shows joins 360 Sport and Microblast TV as one of the few brands to have a tile on the streaming service.

eMedia Investments is working on adding more linear channels to their streaming service.

 

Aquaman spinoff in development for HBO Max

HBO Max is developing a series version of “You Brought Me the Ocean,” the YA graphic novel about the origins of DC’s Aqualad. The live-action, one-hour dramedy is based on characters from DC and the graphic novel by Alex Sanchez and Jul Maroh.

The series will explore the life of Jackson “Jake” Hyde, a gay teenager living in New Mexico. All his life, he has had a strange attraction to the water and yearns to escape his desert surroundings for the ocean. As he explores his abilities, including breathing under and controlling water, he also finds himself falling in love with his classmate, high school swim captain Kenny Liu.

No writer is currently attached to the project. Charlize Theron, A.J. Dix, Beth Kono, and Andrew Haas of Denver & Delilah Films will executive produce. The Jake Hyde version of Aqualad first debuted in 2010 and was created by Brandon Vietti, Greg Weisman and Phil Bourassa for the animated television series “Young Justice.”

Khary Payton voiced the character in “Young Justice. A different iteration of the character, Garth appeared on the HBO Max live-action show “Titans” and is played by Drew Van Acker. This is the latest in a growing string of DC shows either in the works, on the way, or already airing on HBO Max.

 

William Levy joins the Pantaya streaming service

After the success of the telenovela "The Scent Of Passion" the renowned actor William Levy embarks on his new production entitled "Montecristo" where he share credit with the beautiful Esmaralda Pimentel will accompany the Cuban actor in the leading roles of his drama.

The series based on Alexandre Dumas “The count of Monte Cristo”,tells the story of Alejandro Montecristo (William Levy), an enigmatic figure who burst into the public eye and raises concerns amongst the world’s elite because of the mysterious origins of his fortune.

He is the founder and CEO of a new technology company that has incited the envy and interest of many,among those is Fernando Alvarez Mondego - a businessman connected to the Spanish aristocracy who wants to acquire the Monte cristo startup.What Fernando doesn’t know is that Monte Cristo is someone he knew decades ago and the reason for his emergence is fueled purely by revenge.

Studio Universal Africa Goes Big On The Four Day Break With A Mix Of Family Favourites And Action Epics - April 2022 Highlights

EPIC EASTER WEEKEND
15th – 18th all day
Studio goes big on the four day break with a mix of family favourites and action epics, including:

MINIONS
15th April at 14:10
Ever wondered where those funny little yellow guys from Despicable Me come from? Wonder no more! From the age of the dinosaurs, through ancient Egypt to the Napoleonic Wars, they have sought a suitably villainous master, and is it really their fault if those masters keep getting accidentally killed? Now, at last, three of their number may be about to find someone suitable to serve! Sandra Bullock, Jon Hamm, Michael Keaton and Allison Janney star.

THE SCORPION KING: BOOK OF SOULS
15th April at 19:10
This is the fifth and final instalment in the Scorpion King series - although there is, perhaps inevitably, a reboot currently in development with the original Scorpion King, Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, attached as producer. Book of Souls stars Zach McGowan as the titular demigod, who this time teams up with tough warrior princess Tala (South African model and actress Pearl Thusi) to search for a legendary relic that will allow them to put a stop to the nefarious plans of an evil warlord.

RIDE ALONG
17th April at 20:05
The hilarious duo of Ice Cube and Kevin Hart bring you a flick full of wild police chases. For two years, Ben has been trying to convince James, a veteran police officer, that he is worthy of James’ sister. After being forced to step up his game, Ben applies to the Atlanta City Police Academy. James makes it clear that if Ben really wants his blessing, then he must go on a ‘ride along’ with the police to prove his worth. But Ben doesn’t make it easy for himself as his fiery mouth makes situations worse than before!

THE BOSS BABY
18th April at 14:35
Seven-year-old Tim Templeton is aghast when his parents get a new baby who’s going to distract their attention from him. What’s more unusual is that Tim saw him arrive in a taxi, with a briefcase, wearing a suit and tie! Turns out the baby is a secret weapon in the ongoing war between babies and puppies for adult affection, and Tim agrees to work with the tiny mastermind. Voice talent includes Alec Baldwin, Steve Buscemi, Jimmy Kimmel and Lisa Kudrow.

 

 

COMEDY AFTER DARK - ‘STUDIO HIGH’
25th – 1st May @ 9:45pm
For one week, Studio is sending you back to school (sorry!) with a mix of comedies and horror comedies (horromedies?), including:

KILLER CHEERLEADER
29th April at 21:45
There’s death amongst the pom-poms in the darkly comic Killer Cheerleader. Dominique Booth stars as new girl in town Darcy, who’s moved in with her wealthy aunt to try and make a fresh start after the untimely death of her mother. Darcy decides to try out for The Amazons, her new high school’s cheerleading team, which is led by Taylor (Kalen Bull). But when Darcy unwittingly humiliates the most popular girl in school, the results are deadly.

THE DUFF
25th April at 21:45
Witty comedy based on the young adult novel by Kody Keplinger, starring Mae Whitman as Bianca Piper, a high school girl who’s horrified to learn she has been labelled the DUFF - Designated Ugly Fat Friend - by her more popular classmates. Nursing a crush on Toby (Nick Eversman) and worried her senior year is going to turn into a disaster, Bianca enlists the help of her old friend, jock Wesley (Robbie Amell) to try and reinvent herself. Bella Thorne also stars as Madison, the school’s resident mean girl.

KILLER HIGH
30th April at 21:45
Light-hearted high school horror hijinks, starring Kacey Rohl and Humberly González. It’s a 10-year school reunion in the small town of Wallingham, a once thriving community that’s now a ghost town where thrill-seekers get their kicks wandering around the abandoned school. When one of these urban explorers accidentally brings the old place’s cursed mascot back to terrifying life, it’s not long before this school reunion is turning murderous!

SCHOOL DANCE
26th April at 21:45
Nick Cannon directs and co-writes this musical comedy, starring Bobb'e J Thompson as high school freshman Jason Jackson, who dreams of becoming part of The Ranger$, a popular dance clique, but he can't get over his stage fright. If that wasn’t enough, his dream girl, Anastacia (Kristinia DeBarge) doesn’t even know he exists. What’s a teenage boy to do? Well, if he can get past his battle-axe mother, Anastacia’s gangster brother, and the dance crew’s initiation ceremony, he might just have half a chance!