Discovery Networks Asia Pacific program highlights this October 2019
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Discovery Channel (Astro Channel 561)
Legends of the Lost with Megan Fox
Megan Fox goes on a worldwide adventure to uncover the truths about our earliest civilisations. In each episode, Megan drops in on active investigations linking up with archaeologists who are unearthing shocking clues to our past that can also help inform us about our future.
Premiere Date: Tuesday, 1 October 2019
Time: 9.55pm (MY)
Episodes: 4 x 60 mins
Savage Builds
Adam Savage takes us into an unpredictable world as he takes on the most absurd, original challenges only he could dream up. From pop culture to legend, folklore to little-known science fact, SAVAGE BUILDS features Adam Savage as he obsessively engineers inventive builds to discover new information.
Premiere Date: Wednesday, 2 October 2019
Time: 9.00pm (MY)
Episodes: 8 x 60 mins
Undercover Billionaire
Glenn Stearns is a self-made billionaire. He grew up poor in the sticks of Maryland and was just 14 years old when he became a father. A few years ago he sold his company for $2.2 billion. He believes if he can do it, anyone can. Now, Glenn is putting his money where his mouth is - in 90 days, he's going to partner with an unsuspecting but deserving candidate to help make them $1 million.
Premiere Date: Sunday, 13 October 2019
Time: 9.55pm (MY)
Episodes: 8 x 60 mins
Why We Hate
Whether racism, homophobia, religious hatred, ethnic hatred, or class hatred, a rising tide of HATE has pushed the global society to the brink. In this six-part global event, executive producer Steven Spielberg and director Alex Gibney join forces to ask: If we can understand WHY WE HATE, can we find a way to stop it? WHY WE HATE will launch an urgent conversation about this most pernicious emotion and how, in today's increasingly complex world, we can continue our long tradition of triumphing over it.
Premiere Date: Sunday, 20 October 2019
Time: 9.00pm (MY)
Episodes: 6 x 60 mins
Expedition with Steve Backshall
In this global series, adventurer and wildlife expert, Steve Backshall, ventures into uncharted territory in pursuit of new discoveries and 10 WORLD FIRSTS. He'll scale unclimbed peaks, uncover life unknown to science, encounter wildlife along the way.
Premiere Date: Tuesday, 29 October 2019
Time: 9.55pm (MY)
Episodes: 10 x 60 mins
TLC (Astro Channel 707)
Girl Meets Farm
Cookbook author, food blogger and Midwest transplant Molly Yeh is embracing her country life on the border of Minnesota and North Dakota. In her cozy farmhouse kitchen, Molly makes dishes inspired by her Jewish and Chinese heritage that are not only delicious but also beautiful to look at. With her fresh and tasty ideas, Molly brings multicultural Midwestern inspiration and fun to kitchens across America.
Premiere Date: Tuesday, 1 October 2019
Time: 8.05pm (MY)
Episodes: 7 x 30 mins
The Family Chantel
We know and love this explosive family from 90 Day Fiancé, but we will now explore the two additional 90 Day relationships happening within Chantel's own family.
Premiere Date: Monday, 7 October 2019
Time: 9.00pm (MY)
Episodes: 6 x 30 mins
Cake Hunters S3
The perfect party needs the perfect cake, and that's where Cake Hunters comes in! From weddings to family reunions and more, party hosts meet with three cake designers who present their jaw-dropping concepts to make the perfect complement to their big bashes. And once the winning design is picked, will the cake make it to the big day on time and in one piece?
Premiere Date: Wednesday, 16 October 2019
Time: 9.00pm (MY)
Episodes: 6 x 30 mins
Animal Planet (Astro Channel 556)
Hanging with the Hendersons S1B
Fox Hollow Animal Hospital is run by an endearing family of vets who have treating and carrying for animals in their DNA. Dr. Tony Henderson, his wife Debbie, their sons Dr. Ross, Dr. Ryan, and Cole, and the extended clinic family work hard and play hard
Premiere Date: Monday, 7 October 2019
Time: 8.05pm (MY)
Episodes: 6 x 60 mins
Discovery Asia (Astro Channel 571)
The Very Edge of China
In this Discovery Channel special US Geologist, Dr. Brittany Brand pairs up with one of China’s top Naturalist on an adventure like no other. The pair are on a mission to reveal how China’s unique natural frontiers were forged from the belly of the planet.
Premiere Date: Saturday,5 October 2019
Time: 9.00pm (MY)
Episodes: 3 x 60 mins
Asia in The Great War
In 2018, as the world commemorates the centenary of the end of WWI, this series will examine Asia’s contribution to the war and how the war changed Asia forever.
Premiere Date: Wednesday,7 October 2019
Time: 9.00pm (MY)
Episodes: 4 x 60 mins
Get Real S17
Bold and in-depth, Get Real travels across Asia taking a fresh look at old issues, highlighting trends and triggering debate.
Premiere Date: Wednesday,9 October 2019
Time: 9.00pm (MY)
Episodes: 4 x 60 mins
Time of Xi
In October 2017, the eyes of the world turn to Beijing as the leaders of the Chinese Communist Party gather to elect President Xi Jinping for a second term.
Premiere Date: Wednesday,11 October 2019
Time: 9.00pm (MY)
Episodes: 3 x 60 mins
Asian Food Channel (Astro Channel 703)
John Torode’s Middle East
Chef John Torode goes on an incredible journey to track down the best food in the Middle East – hunting down the most inspiring local cooks and discovering the distinctive flavours of each country’s cuisine.
Premiere Date: Saturday, 12 August 2019
Time: 9.00pm (MY)
Episodes: 10 x 30 mins
World Food
Food of the past and present around the world is a cultural transformation. From food and ingredients, there is interesting comparison between food cultures of the East and West. Why do Easterners like tofu but Westerners do not and cheese is liked by the Eurasians and nomads but not the Han people?
Premiere Date: Thursday , 17 October 2019
Time: 10.00pm (MY)
Episodes: 9 x 60 mins
HGTV (Astro Channel 731)
Hidden Potential S2
California builder and designer Jasmine Roth is on a mission to make sure not all suburban homes look the same. Jasmine transforms builder-basic houses into custom dream homes by giving them features that stand out from the crowd.
Premiere Date: Friday, 4 October 2019
Time: 9.00pm (MY)
Episodes: 17 x 30 mins
Flip or Flop Vegas S3
MMA fighter Bristol Marunde and his wife Aubrey are trying to hit the Las Vegas real estate jackpot one flip at a time. With his demo strength and her design sense, they're scooping up some of Sin City's most neglected homes and transforming them into stunning showpieces worthy of their high roller zip code. In a city where you have to bet big to win big, will their risks pay out?
Premiere Date: Friday, 7 October 2019
Time: 9.00pm (MY)
Episodes: 9 x 30 mins
Click to download the press materials:
1. Press Release ENG (Word)
2. Hi -Res Images (Google Drive)