As we mark Memorial Day weekend here in the U.S., people are spending time at their favorite beaches, feasting on delicious foods and enjoying the holiday with friends and family. In fact, many of our prized memories and what make us proud to live in this country are based around people and places, something Discovery Communications will celebrate with the debut of Destination America on Monday, May 28. From American…
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Discovery Networks to Participate in First Nationwide Test of Emergency Alert System
We’ve all caught them while we’ve been tuning into our favorite networks: regular tests of the Emergency Alert System (EAS). EAS is a national public warning system across broadcasters, cable television systems, radio and other platforms that allows the President to address the American public during a national emergency. The system also may be used on a state or local level to deliver important emergency information, like AMBER alerts. On…
Employees ‘Creating Change’: Meet Dave Schaefer
Creating Change, our probono marathon helping DC-area nonprofits with creative needs, is only 8 days away! So far, we’ve introduced you to Maia Kotlus-Gates and Sheila Hayes, who will be providing social media and creative campaign support. Today, we invite you to get to know Communications’ Dave Schaefer, who will be working with Thanks USA. Tell us about your current position at Discovery Communications. As Director of Communications for Emerging…
‘The Rosie Show’ and ‘Oprah’s Lifeclass’ to be Simulcast Across Five Discovery Nets Tonight
The premiere episodes of the new OWN series The Rosie Show and Oprah’s Lifeclass will air concurrently across five Discovery networks tonight at 7pm ET/PT and 8pm ET/PT, respectively. Joining OWN in airing the premieres will be TLC, Investigation Discovery, Discovery Fit & Health and Planet Green. The Rosie Show is a new daily talk show hosted by Emmy Award-winning actress and comedian Rosie O’Donnell. Funny, high-energy and authentic, no…
Planet Green Revs Up ‘Detroit in Overdrive’
Few American cities have been as sadly portrayed as Detroit over the last few years. As someone with deep roots in the Motor City (both of my parents were born and raised there), it has been hard to watch. This Thursday night at 9pm ET/PT, however, Planet Green takes a much more hopeful look at the city and what’s being done there to rebuild and revitalize. Detroit in Overdrive follows…
Discovery Networks Unveil Upcoming Programming at TCA
The Beverly Hilton once again is the setting for the Television Critics Association’s summer tour, and this morning Discovery’s networks are presenting a series of panels — from the inspiring (and tear-inducing) Saved from Animal Planet to the growing business of of medical marijuana in Discovery Channel‘s Weed Wars. Diversity of programming is never a problem at Discovery and you can read more about the shows featured in today’s panels…
Discovery Nets Nominated for 11 News & Doc Emmys
On the heels of last week’s 10 Primetime Emmy nominations, Discovery Communications received 11 News & Documentary Emmy nods earlier this week — with Discovery Channel leading the way with seven. First Life with David Attenborough was nominated in three categories (Outstanding Nature Programming, Outstanding Writing and Outstanding Graphic Design & Art Direction) and Into the Universe with Stephen Hawking was recognized with two nominations for Outstanding Science and Technology…
Need Some Inspiration for Father’s Day? We’ve Got You Covered
Father’s Day is right around the corner (Sunday, to be exact)… do you know what you’re doing for the dads in your life? If you’re a last-minute kind of shopper, here are some great – and original – Father’s Day gift ideas from Parentables for all types of dads. Whether you’re shopping for a foodie, a handyman, or just someone who likes cool gadgets, you may find exactly what you need…
Stay Up Fashionably Late for Planet Green’s ‘Dresscue Me’
TLC is known for fashion — from What Not to Wear‘s Stacy London and Clinton Kelly to Randy Fenoli and the team at Kleinfeld Bridal. However, Planet Green is introducing viewers to a fashionable few, beginning with the appropriately named The Fabulous Beekman Boys and now with the new series Dresscue Me. Shareen Mitchell is a triple threat (stylist, model and actress) helping out women on both coasts in search…
Planet Green’s ‘Beekman Boys’ Are Back Tonight (& Still Fabulous)
Josh Kilmer-Purcell and Brent Ridge (aka The Fabulous Beekman Boys) developed a fervent following of “Beek Geeks” with their Planet Green series last year (even hosting their very own holiday special). Now the Boys, along with Farmer John, the goats and Polka Spot, are back tonight at 10pm ET/PT in a new season of The Fabulous Beekman Boys (sneak peek below). After a first year of sacrifice, it’s not all…