Discovery Networks Asia Pacific program highlights this July 2019
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Discovery Channel (Astro Channel 561)
Expedition Unknown S
Josh Gates traverses four continents in search of the answer to mankind’s greatest unsolved mystery – where do we go after we die? From a ghost hunt at one of the most haunted places on Earth, to getting a firsthand glimpse into the afterlife with ancient medicine, Josh puts it all on the line for a glance of what’s beyond this life.
Premiere Date: 2 July 2019, Tuesday
Time: 9.55pm (MY)
Episodes: 11 x 60 mins
TLC (Astro Channel 707)
Bake You Rich
Four professional bakers compete for a chance to have one of their unique creations produced and sold online by the Cake Boss. These talented bakers whip up desserts that show who they are as bakers to earn a seat at the table with Buddy Valastro in round one. In the next round, they present the one item they think will help them hit the big time. Finally, the remaining two bakers will put all their love and energy into their big-money item in the intimidating production facility at Carlo’s Bakery.
Premiere Date: 1 July 2019, Monday
Time: 7.10pm (MY)
Episodes: 4 x 60 mins
Project Runway: All Stars S7
In the final season of “Project Runway: All Stars”, 14 talented designers – all winners from the “Project Runway” franchise from across the globe – will compete to be named World Champion of the catwalk. The all-star designers include seven designers from the U.S. and seven designers from the international versions of “Runway” from Australia, Brazil, Netherlands, The UK and Canada. Alyssa Milano returns as host with judges Isaac Mizrahi and Georgina Chapman, and mentor Anne Fulenwider, Editor-in-Chief of Marie Claire.
Premiere Date: 22 July 2019, Monday
Time: 9pm (MY)
Episodes: 13 x 60 mins
Animal Planet (Astro Channel 556)
Big Beasts: Last of the Giants
Across the planet there are animal giants – creatures that have pushed size to the limits. From five-ton Elephant Seals to feasting Grizzly Bears and the mighty African lion – they have evolved to be massive for many surprising reasons.
Premiere Date: 8 July 2019, Monday
Time: 8.05pm (MY)
Episodes: 3 x 60 mins
Life’s First Steps
For every baby animal, the first days, weeks and months are the most challenging. They face their steepest learning curve precisely when they are most vulnerable. But nature has come up with endless ingenious strategies to help these youngsters out.
Premiere Date: 23 July 2019, Tuesday
Time: 9pm (MY)
Episodes: 3 x 60 mins
Discovery Asia (Astro Channel 571)
Way Back Home
Way Back Home is the first of its kind audio/visual content franchise in India that explores the original narratives of young, authentic, passionate travellers as they embark on a road to self- discovery.
Premiere Date: 18 July 2019, Thursday
Time: 9pm (MY)
Episodes: 13 x 30 mins
Snake Master
Renowned herpetologist Nirut Chomngan takes viewers on a wild journey across the country in an unforgettable adventure filled with deadly encounters, as he joins conservation teams tasked with protecting these astonishing creatures and their jungle home.
Premiere Date: 21 July 2019, Sunday
Time: 9.00pm (MY)
Episodes: 13 x 60 mins
Macau From Above (Special)
Discover in the most scenic way a unique place in Asia. Macau might be tiny but has an incredibly rich cultural history which stretches from old European colonial heritage to Chinese modernity.
Premiere Date: 24 July 2019, Wednesday
Time: 9.00pm (MY)
Episodes: 1 x 60 mins
Red Ape: Saving the Orangutan (Special)
Red Ape follows a team fighting to save critically endangered orangutans of Borneo, revealing the reasons for their decline and exploring what their future may hold.
Premiere Date: 31 July 2019, Wednesday
Time: 9.00pm (MY)
Episodes: 1 x 60 mins
Asian Food Channel (Astro Channel 703)
Jason’s Market Trails S1
Join Jason as he spends his mornings at wet markets across Malaysia. Discover the origins, stories and processes of local foods, unearth the markets’ histories and uncover the livelihood of the vendors.
Premiere Date: 11 July 2019, Thursday
Time: 9pm (MY)
Episodes: 13 x 30 mins
Food Network (Astro Channel 727)
Barefoot Contessa: Back to Basics S16
Ina Garten is back and this time she’s returning to cooking basics. You’ve been invited to all of her fabulous parties, and now America’s hostess with the mostess is sharing techniques and professional strategies along with incredibly elegant and easy recipes. She’s throwing open the doors of her Hamptons home for delicious food, dazzling ideas and good fun.
Premiere Date: 7 July 2019, Sunday
Time: 9pm (MY)
Episodes: 30 x 30 mins
Winner Cake All S1
Four of the best cake-baking teams in the country face off in this competition hosted by Giada De Laurentiis. After a decoration challenge elimination round to create a cake topper based on a chosen theme, the remaining teams face a cake challenge, where Giada introduces a real-life client requesting a large, sculpted cake for an epic celebration. The team that best captures the client’s dream cake in looks and taste – and impresses the judges – gets to take home the $10,000 grand prize.
Premiere Date: 8 July 2019, Monday
Time: 8pm (MY)
Episodes: 13 x 60 mins
HGTV (Astro Channel 731)
Property Brothers S12
Contractor Jonathan Scott and real estate expert Drew Scott combine their skills to help families find and buy a house to transform into their dream home. Drew finds them three homes to choose from, each in need of a major renovation, and Jonathan’s incredible design plans help them to see the hidden potential and ditch their long turnkey wish lists. Will these homebuyers regret throwing caution to the wind? And will the Property Brothers finish their ambitious project on time and on budget?
Premiere Date: 3 July 2019, Wednesday
Time: 10pm (MY)
Episodes: 13 x 60 mins
Listed Sisters S2
Identical twins Alana and Lex are the ultimate combination when it comes to real estate and home design. With realtor Alana’s endless knowledge of the housing market and designer Lex’s fearless creative style, these sisters are helping their clients renovate their homes into hot properties so they can sell them for a premium and move into their dream location. The only thing these Listed Sisters know better than reimagining homes is each other.
Premiere Date: 5 July 2019, Friday
Time: 10pm (MY)
Episodes: 10 x 60 mins
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