By Bill Brioux of TV Feeds My Family:
This week’s podcast: Tiny Talent Time
Scott wonders why it has taken so long to revive the series and if people will watch a talent show where there are no grumpy judges or million-dollar prizes. I say yes–that’s exactly why they’ll watch this throw back to a kinder, gentler time.
Listen here.
From Sabrina Furminger of WE Vancouver:
Behind the scenes ‘Package Deal’
I step onto the set of Package Deal a couple of hours after binge-watching the entire first season. I’ve been on soundstages before, so the realities of set life no longer take me by surprise, but today there’s something disorienting about knocking down the fourth wall so soon after getting to know all of the characters in the comfort of my own home.” Continue reading.
From Bill Harris of QMI Agency:
Rick Mercer excited to co-host CCMAs with Jann Arden
“You know, I have a file on my computer of song ideas that I’ve sent to Jann Arden and she refuses to read. Every single time I’ve spent time with Jann Arden (for segments on Rick Mercer Report or otherwise), I’ve suggested, ‘Hey, you and I should write a song together,’ and she quickly changes the subject. That is not an exaggeration.†Continue reading.
From a media release:
BLUE ANT MEDIA EXPANDS ORIGINAL PRODUCTION SLATE WITH NEW AND RETURNING SERIES
Survivorman: Bigfoot and What’s For Sale…With a View Spin-Off Series Start Production
Blue Ant Media expands its original content slate with the addition of five new and returning series for T+E and Cottage Life. The new series will expand the programming line up to twenty-six commissioned productions in the coming year and will further enhance Blue Ant Media’s strength in original lifestyle content for domestic and international audiences.
T+E New and Exclusive Series
Survivorman: Bigfoot
6X60 Spring 2015
Survivorman, Les Stroud is on a journey of discovery. Utilizing his knowledge of the remote wilderness and sharp survivor skills, Les attempts to uncover the truth about this elusive, mythological creature. The greatest legend of the wilderness, Bigfoot, meets the greatest legend of survival, Survivorman Les Stroud.
BBQ Crawl Season 3
13X30 Spring 2015
The BBQ Champion is back—and she’s taking you on a tasty tour of the American South. Join charismatic host Danielle “Diva Q†Dimovski as she tours the BBQ competition circuit on the ultimate road trip, stopping at the best fiery food joints along the way.
The Collectors
6X60 Spring 2015
Paul Shull and a team of experts with years of experience in tracking down the finest military specimens are in pursuit of North America’s most collectable artifacts. These collectors are hell bent on finding rare and unique artifacts and telling their remarkable stories.
Cottage Life New and Exclusive Series
Reno Rescue
13X30 Spring 2015
Dive into the world of cottage reno projects gone wrong. Top notch carpenter Dave Depencier and his team turn disaster reno projects into a little piece of cottage perfection. Along the way they right all the wrongs and teach cottage handymen how to do things properly.
What’s for Sale…with a View
13X30 Spring 2015
Building on the popular series What’s For Sale comes the spin off What’s for Sale…with a View. The new series takes viewers across North America featuring dream retreats with envious views. From mountain vistas and ocean views to serene vineyards and ultimate sunsets this series features the ultimate getaways.
Total Drama: Pahkitew Island, Teletoon
All-new island! All-new cast! Same old disregard for human safety! The Total Drama series returns as Chris and Chef put the newest generation of contestants through the craziest challenges yet—all for a chance to win one million dollars!
Clarence, Teletoon – series premiere
From creator Skyler Page, Clarence is a new, original animated series about an optimistic boy who wants to do everything. Because everything is amazing! Clarence was conceived as part of the prolific shorts development program at Cartoon Network Studios, which has resulted in six original series for the network: Regular Show, Uncle Grandpa, Steven Universe, Clarence, Over the Garden Wall and We Bare Bears.
