In just a few days, Washington, D.C. will revel in Awesome Con, a convention embracing all aspects of geekdom and pop culture, with a huge collection of comic books, collectibles, toys, games, original art and cosplay – Discovery Communications is getting in on the fun! Kicking off on Friday, June 3 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, the comic-con will have a series of interesting discussion panels, costume contests,…
Happy Friday! While Shark Week may still be a few weeks away, that doesn’t mean we can’t start talking about it now! Lauren, a writer on Ellen, dipped her toes in the national celebration by diving with Shark Week‘s biggest stars, which you can watch for yourself in this fun clip. Here’s what else had us buzzing this week: Greg Yaitanes Tapped As Showrunner of Discovery’s Unabomber Drama ‘Manifesto’ (Exclusive) (The Hollywood Reporter)…
It’s finally here! No, not Memorial Day weekend (though I’m not one to complain about a long weekend!). Monster Week is back for its fifth year, kicking off tonight, May 26 at 10/9c with an all-new episode of River Monsters. Animal Planet’s most anticipated week of programming features everything from dangerous reptiles and an invasion of crocs to killer swarms, lions on the loose and bone-chilling 9-1-1 animal attack calls. There are a…
The French Open is officially in full swing — and Eurosport is bringing fans courtside with comprehensive, in-depth coverage throughout the tournament. John McEnroe, who last year proclaimed himself the ‘unofficial’ Commissioner of Tennis, is back on Eurosport for his second consecutive year. McEnroe lines up alongside former world number ones Chrissy Evert and Ilie Nastase. The three stars will bring the fans their expert insight and analysis during live…
There are more than 90 million millennials around the world, each with different passions, perspectives, beliefs and desires. The all-new Seeker is a digital network for this generation, designed to reach and engage these bright, curious minds with a variety of entertaining and insightful content offerings. Seeker was created for those who believe that wisdom is gained by experiencing, observing and exploring, and for those who are always looking for a way to apply their curiosity and…
Happy Friday! Earlier this morning, we were thrilled to be able to offer up our Silver Spring HQ as a pit stop for Bike to Work Day here in the DC metro area. The circle outside our main entrance was transformed into a miniature entertainment hub, complete with a DJ, snacks, drinks and assorted swag. There was something for everyone – whether our building was a final destination or an opportunity to stop and refresh before moving…
Happy Friday! Here’s what has us buzzing this week: Rachel McAdams Pushes to Stop Ocean Noise Pollution – for the Sake of Baby Whales and Other Sea Life (People) Czech Broadcaster Gets ’18-’20 Olympic Rights from Discovery (AP) 7-Eleven Is Releasing a Slurpee-Flavored Doughnut for Shark Week (Cosmopolitan) Mountain Dew Embraces Drone Racing With Discovery Channel Event (Variety) Discovery Takes Big Bite of Top Indian Food Net (Broadcasting & Cable) Deserving…
Familial bonds are stronger than ever as more heart and personality come to TLC. Kicking off at 9/8c, fan-favorite series Little People, Big World is back with all-new episodes. This season, Matt and Amy commit to working through the challenges of their strained relationship: while moving forward with their divorce by signing the official papers, they decide to live on the same property in order to keep Roloff Farms in the family. Despite living…
Happy Friday! While we aren’t traipsing through puddles or bundling up for the cooler-than-normal temps here in Washington, D.C., here’s what has us buzzing this week: Discovery’s David Zaslav Talks Skinny Bundles, Layoffs and International Growth (Variety) New Science Channel Series ‘Space’s Deepest Secrets’ Suggests Einstein Was Wrong (Inverse) Lea Michele Reveals the ‘Who Do You Think You Are?’ Surprise That Brought Her Family to Tears (US Weekly) An Alaskan…
Discovery Education is hosting today its first-ever Discovery STEM Day, an interactive, virtual field trip fostering student interest in STEM careers. Streamed from Discovery Communications’ global headquarters in Silver Spring, MD, virtual attendees can meet five different men and women whose roles utilize a variety of STEM skills each day – from a digital media creator to a business leader, web designer, media analyzer and virtual reality developer. Five separate livestreams will…