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Dragons’ Den finale on April 4 looks back

From a media release:

DRAGONS’ DEN WRAPS ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL SEASON WITH A LOOK BACK AT SIX INCREDIBLE YEARS

  • Favourite moments, best and most outrageous pitches plus inside dish on the deals that went down on season finale – Wednesday, April 4 at 8 p.m. (8:30 NT) on CBC-TV

For the first time ever, all five Dragons gather to reminisce about the very best – and worst – moments over the past six seasons of DRAGONS’ DEN. The Season Finale, titled “Inside the Den” airs Wednesday, April 4 at 8 p.m. (8:30 p.m. NT) on CBC Television. In this finale, Dragons Jim Treliving, Kevin O’Leary, Arlene Dickinson, Bruce Croxon and Robert Herjavec sit with DRAGONS’ DEN host Dianne Buckner and “tell all” about what makes them spend, what sets them off, what moves them and what they really think about each other. The show includes highlights from the last six seasons of the show – the sexy stuff, the singing, the stand-out pitches, the in-fighting, the making-up – and we count down the three MOST memorable moments in DRAGONS’ DEN history. Throughout it all, Dianne Buckner puts all five Dragons in the hot seat. 

Tune in to see a replay of some of the racier pitches that have occasionally rendered the Dragons speechless. And they’ll reveal whether they think sex really does help sell your product, or if showing too much skin does you in. Plus the Dragons come clean about “crushing dreams” vs. “being honest”. And they’ll explore their love-hate relationships they have with each other, in a candid discussion about competition, collaboration and friendship. Plus discover the key ingredients of a winning pitch, and find out what really happens to deals once they leave the Den. 

DRAGONS’ DEN is the top-rated Canadian entertainment program on television, with over one and a half million Canadians tuning in each week. In addition to its success on-air, DRAGONS’ DEN is also a hit online, boasting an active and engaged online community. Full episodes and exclusive behind-the-scenes content can be viewed at cbc.ca/dragonsden. DRAGONS’ DEN is filmed at CBC Headquarters in Toronto, ON and airs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET (8:30 NT) on CBC Television. Tracie Tighe is Executive Producer and Lisa Gabriele is Senior Producer.

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New tonight: Titanic, King, Dragons’ Den, Republic of Doyle, Our Lady

Titanic, Global – Part 1 of 4
Titanic is the extraordinary re-telling of the doomed voyage that cleverly weaves action, mystery and romantic plots featuring fictional and historical characters from different classes, cultures and religions. Each episode follows one set of characters from the beginning of the voyage to its tragic end. Written by Julian Fellowes (Downton Abbey), starring Linus Roache (Law & Order), Geraldine Somerville (The Harry Potter films), Canadians Noah Reid (Score: The Hockey Musical), Linda Kash (Cinderella Man) and David Eisner (Flashpoint).

King, Showcase – “Charlene Francis”
Detective Sergeant Pete Rivers (Jess’ ex-husband) is on the verge of wrapping up a major investigation into drug dealing and gun smuggling when heís carjacked – losing not just his vehicle but also his police issue laptop. The computer contains sensitive intelligence, including the real identity of an Undercover Officer who has managed to infiltrate the ruthless drug dealerís crew. King’s assignment? Find the laptop before it falls into the wrong hands, make sure the illegal guns never end up on the streets, and figure out whether her ex-husband’s character flaws (the same ones that ended their marriage) have put the project – and the Undercover Officer – in danger.

Dragons’ Den, CBC
The Dragons find out what’s smart in branded phone casings; a water dispenser soaks up some offers; and a home improvement invention impresses. Plus a hangover cure gets a shot at a deal.

Republic of Doyle, CBC – “Live Wire”
When Des’s dad is kidnapped after being released from jail, the Doyles must band together and save Jody Redmond before it’s too late; Mal is distracted when he gets bad news about his old partner; Kathleen angers Tinny when she chooses an issue from the past over a case from the present.

Our Lady, VisionTV
Our Lady is a one hour documentary that chronicles the life and significance of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and her apparitions and appearances on earth. Since 1981, Mary has been appearing in one of the most visited religious sites on the planet: Medjugorje, Bosnia. The film follows a pilgrimage led by New Brunswick native Marie Desjardins as she and a dozen others journey to Medjugorje for the 30th anniversary of these spiritual events. Our Lady is created, written, and directed by Michael MacDonald and produced by Edward Peill of Halifax-based Tell Tale Productions Inc.

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David Chilton joins Dragons’ Den

From a media release:

DAVID CHILTON BRINGS HIS OWN BRAND OF FIRE AS THE NEWEST DRAGON IN THE DEN

  • Author of best-selling personal finance books joins CBC-TV’s DRAGONS’ DEN March 20, 2012

The man behind The Wealthy Barber is the newest member of CBC-TV’s DRAGONS’ DEN. David Chilton, author and publisher of the multi-million selling Wealthy Barber series of personal finance books, will put his common sense approach to work judging and investing in new business proposals from Canadian entrepreneurs seeking help from the Dragons.

“David Chilton embodies Canadian entrepreneurial success, and through his terrific books he has shared his financial advice for the benefit of everyone,” said Julie Bristow, executive director of studio and unscripted programming. “We can’t wait to hear the insights he offers to those entering the DRAGONS’ DEN this season.”

The seventh season of DRAGONS’ DEN begins September 2012. Chilton will join the well-loved – and feared – returning Dragons:

  • Bruce Croxon, Internet Mogul – No longer the newest Dragon to enter the Den, Croxon is an active investor, advisor and start-up champ who co-founded one of the best-known online dating websites in the world, Lavalife.
  • Arlene Dickinson, Marketing Maven – CEO of creative marketing firm Venture Communications Ltd., Dickinson is an award-winning executive.
  • Kevin O’Leary, Investment Guru – Bay Street bigmouth and host of REDEMPTION INC., O’Leary started his fortune selling educational software, and now manages O’Leary Funds, his own mutual fund company.
  • Jim Treliving, Franchise Baron – This former RCMP officer has 40 years of franchising experience with both Boston Pizza and Mr. Lube, also manages a portfolio of multi-million dollar property, sports and real-estate investments.
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Robert Herjavec leaving Dragons’ Den

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From a media release:

CBC DRAGON ROBERT HERJAVEC DEPARTS THE DEN

CBC Television announced today that Robert Herjavec, one of five entrepreneurs on the hit series DRAGONS’ DEN, will not be returning to DRAGONS’ DEN for the 2012-2013 season.

“Robert—one of our original Dragons—has been a positive role model for many Canadian entrepreneurs,” said Julie Bristow, executive director of studio and unscripted programming. “While we’re sorry to see him go after six phenomenally successful seasons, we wish him well in his future endeavours.”

A search for a new Dragon is currently in progress, Bristow said, with casting taking place this week. “We anticipate that, as with all the Dragons, the new Dragon will bring his or her own unpredictable chemistry to this exciting show.”

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