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AMERICAN ANTHEM
Hosted by Robert Conrad
JUST IN TIME FOR 4TH OF JULY!
May 26 - July 6, 2008
From the time when Francis Scott Key
first saw that red glare to the dust and
destruction of September 11th, 2001
when over 3500 Americans lost their
lives in the worst attack in our history,
American Anthem pays tribute to the
greatness and durability of America.
Also featured is an emotional tribute
to the heroes of war as well as those
that lost their lives in the World Trade
Center attacks.
AN AMERICAN ANTHEM - Life,
Liberty, Freedom, and the Pursuit
of Happiness.
Documentary/60 minutes/ [BARTER 7.5N/7.5L]
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EVERYDAY HEROES
Hosted by Louis Gossett, Jr.
May 26 - July 6, 2008
Every day phenomenal work is being done by ordinary individuals, quietly changing our world by working for the betterment of mankind.
Join us as we spotlight the people in your world who haven’t garnered the attention of the media before, but who are more deserving than many who have.
Some of our everyday heroes include:-
A beauty queen who sells her pie to help the homeless,
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A fireman who formed a cancer support network,
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The man who organized NBA players to help the hungry in Harlem,
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The teenage drag racer who drives for charity.
Their lives have changed the world and we’ll tell you how.
Our celebrity panel discusses what it means to be an everyday hero and how one person can make a difference. This fascinating one-hour special, shot in dazzling high-definition, will become an event that no one will want to miss.
Documentary/60 minutes/ [BARTER 7.5N/7.5L]
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LIFE BELOW THE LINE: THE WORLD POVERTY CRISIS
Hosted by Bryant Gumbel
June 30 - Aug. 3, 2008
This consciousness-raising one-hour program explores the hardships of millions of people who struggle every day just to survive. Featuring individuals and organizations who are working to solve poverty in their own way this is ultimately a story of hope. Celebrity interviews include Jewel, Roger Moore, Della Reese and more!
Take the Generosity Test - www.povertycrisis.com
Documentary/60 minutes/ [BARTER 7.5N/7.5L]
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THE
NATIONAL HEALTH TEST
Hosted by Bryant Gumbel
WINDOW: AUG. 4 - SEPT. 1, 2008
•HOW HEALTHY
IS OUR NATION?
•HOW HEALTHY ARE YOU?
•WHAT CAN YOU DO TO GET HEALTHY AND STAY HEALTHY?
The National Health Test will reveal startling information about your health, the health of the United States and how that health compares with the rest of the world. This is one special you won't want to miss. Your life depends on it!
(60
minutes)/Documentary/ Rated TV-PG/ BARTER 7.5L/7.5N
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WILD,
WACKY SUMMER VACATION
Aug 4 - Sept 1, 2008
These are your funniest clips caught on tape. Plus, our man on the street
has $1000 to give a lucky person who will successfully subject themselves
to some embarrassing tasks.
Hidden
Video/Game (60 minutes) [BARTER 7.5N/7.5L]
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AMERICA'S INVISIBLE CHILDREN
Hosted by Joan Lunden
BACK TO SCHOOL!
WINDOW: Sept. 1- Sept. 28, 2008
There are over 1.3 million homeless children just in the United States. While many are struggling with their families just to survive, many of them are making an effort to get an education; often overcoming what seems like insurmountable odds.
In this show you will meet some of these remarkable children and see what they have to do just to go to school everyday so they can get an education.
Documentary/60 minutes/ [BARTER 7.5N/7.5L]
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ALL NEW!
WORLD MAGIC AWARDS
Hosted by Roger Moore
WINDOW: Oct. 6 - Nov. 2, 2008
Shot entirely in Hi Def!
Roger Moore hosts top illusionists and escape artists in performances of magic from such acts as Hans Klok with Pamela Anderson, David Merlini, Mac King and many more.
Guests include Neil Patrick Harris, John Schneider, Joan Collins and Penn & Teller.
Performance
/120 minutes/ [BARTER 15N/15L]
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REAL GHOST STORIES 2
WINDOW: Oct 6 - Nov 2, 2008
Haunting true accounts of the supernatural. Hosted by Patrick Macnee.
Visit the Tower of London, the home of murders, suicides, executions, and torture for nine hundred years. Many famous ghosts haunt these ancient halls – hear heavy footsteps, chills and mysterious apparitions. Also visit the strange Oranteer Mansion, hear a Texas poltergeist and marvel at the tale of the lost children of San Antonio.
Ghostly fun for the entire family this Halloween!
Documentary/60 minutes/ [BARTER 7.5N/7.5L]
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WAR OF THE WORLDS: THE DAY THAT PANICKED AMERICA
WINDOW: Oct 6 - Nov 2, 2008
See how America reacted when a radio program told them that earth had been invaded! On October 30, 1938, Orson Welles broadcast a Halloween show that terrified many listeners who were convinced it was a real newscast. They fled for their lives from what they believed was imminent death from Martian death rays! Phone lines were overloaded as thousands called the police, radio stations and newspapers, trying to find out if their loved ones had been killed. This riveting documentary is a must-see for every fan of history, media and Halloween pranks – The Day that Panicked America, demonstrates the power of the spoken word!
(60
minutes)/Documentary/ Rated TV-PG/ BARTER 7.5L/7.5N
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WHO'S WHO OF WORLD GIVING
Hosted by Bryant Gumbel
WINDOW: Nov. 3- Nov.20, 2008
America's favorite journalist Bryant Gumbel hosts this in-depth one hour look at the phenomenon of charitable giving. Emphasizing the people behind the donations; from plain-folk donors, to celebrity givers and the super-philanthropists; we'll see what it takes to become a world class donorgiver and why even people who don't make a lot of money still find ways to make a difference.
Documentary/60 minutes/ [BARTER 7.5N/7.5L]
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