NEW RELEASES (MIPCOM 2008)
MISSION TO THE U.N. 1 x 30' Follows four Catholic college students as they examine the Church's reasons for advocating a strong UN. This timely exploration of Vatican diplomacy provides context to Pope Benedict XVI’s April visit to New York City, the itinerary of which includes the first papal address at UN Headquarters in 13 years.
MOTHERING - FULL OF GRACE 13 x 30' The vocation of motherhood is one of the most challenging but rewarding, difficult but wonderful jobs in the whole world. Being a mom is a call to care, to fix, to teach, to encourage, to provide, to support… to love. Hosted by Rhea Johner, this 13-episode series aims to encourage and nourish women in their vocations of wife and mom.
WORD FOR WORD 13 x 30' Welcome to Word for Word, where we’re pulling the bible off the shelf along with books of prayer, popular culture, and the classics. Join Gillian Kantor for discussions on themes prevalent in various books of the Bible, and learn where you can find those same themes in contemporary and classic literature.
SO YOU ARE RENOVATING? 13 x 30' Host Steve White and 36 volunteers completely renovate a house from top to bottom; doing everything from installing plumbing, to framing walls and laying tiles. The enthusiastic team transforms a small, dilapidated shack into a three storey mansion, showing viewers that anyone can renovate with professional results.
DISCOVERING PERÙ 2 x 60' HD Follow the exciting quest of two researchers, fond of archaeology and adventure, and their unique experience when they travel amongst the arcane mysteries of Perú, a land rich in history, culture, and traditions surrounded by an enchanting halo of mystery. THE TRAVEL GUY Sr.1 13 x 30', Sr.2 13 x 30' HD - available Fall 2009 From zip-lining across the top of the Belizean rainforest, to standing on top of the most spectacular cliffs in the world, follow The Travel Guy, Frank Greco and his co-host Lauren Sally, as they explore fascinating places, meet interesting people and uncover a bit of history, culture and cuisine in each global destination featured. WILD AT HEART 13 x 30' This exhilarating series follows groups of burned-out workaholics, bored retirees, and urban dwellers, through awe-inspiring journeys and adrenalin-rushing adventures. As our outdoor novices try their hand at mountain biking, white water rafting, and trekking with lamas, the thrill of the great outdoors is reveal.
PLANET PARENT 98 x 30' + 3 x 60' With insight and humour from real-life moms and dads, Planet Parent tackles a range of parenting concerns from child-rearing issues to day-to-day crises. It provides helpful advice for navigating these exhilarating but sometimes difficult years, taking a thoughtful approach to making parenting easier.
