The 49th Annual Gracie Awards, hosted by the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (Awmf) took place Tuesday, May 21 at the Beverly Hills Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills. The 2024 awards ceremony, hosted by Tamera Mowry-Housley, celebrated the remarkable achievements of women across countless media platforms. Legendary Carol Burnett was bestowed with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award, presented by castmate of “Palm Royale,” Kristen Wiig. Gold Derby’s Latasha Ford and Marcus James Dixon were on the red carpet to interview many of the honorees, presenters, and attendees.
Watch each red carpet interview below:
Lauren E. Banks (“Lawmen: Bass Reeves”)
Garcelle Beauvais (“Black Girl Missing”)
Kim Fields (“The Upshaws”)
Mayan Lopez (“Lopez vs. Lopez”)
Mary McDonnell (“The Fall of the House of Usher”)
Tamera Mowry-Housley (Host)
Danielle Pinnock (“Ghosts”)
Phylicia Rashad (“Diarra from Detroit”)
Amber Chardae Robinson (“Palm Royale”)
This year’s theme was centered on “Feminine Strength, both Large and Small,...
Watch each red carpet interview below:
Lauren E. Banks (“Lawmen: Bass Reeves”)
Garcelle Beauvais (“Black Girl Missing”)
Kim Fields (“The Upshaws”)
Mayan Lopez (“Lopez vs. Lopez”)
Mary McDonnell (“The Fall of the House of Usher”)
Tamera Mowry-Housley (Host)
Danielle Pinnock (“Ghosts”)
Phylicia Rashad (“Diarra from Detroit”)
Amber Chardae Robinson (“Palm Royale”)
This year’s theme was centered on “Feminine Strength, both Large and Small,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Latasha Ford, Marcus James Dixon and Denton Davidson
- Gold Derby
Legendary entertainer Carol Burnett will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at this year’s 49th annual Gracie Awards. The world-renowned comedian is still going strong at 91 years of age, having just won her seventh career Emmy Award for “Carol Burnett: 90 Years Of Laughter + Love.” The event will take place on Tuesday, May 21 at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel located in Los Angeles, with the 2024 theme centered upon “Feminine Strength.” Tamera Mowry-Housley will host this year’s gala.
“Saturday Night Live” alum Kristen Wiig will present Burnett, her current “Palm Royale” co-star, with the prestigious honor. Additionally, Rachel Platten will perform during the 2024 Gracie Awards and Raegan Revord (“Young Sheldon”) will serve as the Digital Impact Ambassador for The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (Awmf).
Every year, the Gracie Awards recognize astounding achievements for women in media, entertainment and news across diverse backgrounds and various platforms. The ceremony serves...
“Saturday Night Live” alum Kristen Wiig will present Burnett, her current “Palm Royale” co-star, with the prestigious honor. Additionally, Rachel Platten will perform during the 2024 Gracie Awards and Raegan Revord (“Young Sheldon”) will serve as the Digital Impact Ambassador for The Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (Awmf).
Every year, the Gracie Awards recognize astounding achievements for women in media, entertainment and news across diverse backgrounds and various platforms. The ceremony serves...
- 5/14/2024
- by Latasha Ford and Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
Exclusive: National Geographic has handed renewals to two of its Emmy-nominated series, Trafficked: Underworlds with Mariana van Zeller for a fifth season, and Animals Up Close with Bertie Gregory for a second season.
Production is underway on the new season of both series.
The newest season of Trafficked continues to spotlight van Zeller’s high-stakes, critical investigations into the black markets that dominate half the world’s economy.
Each episode follows van Zeller as she investigates a different underworld to talk to the players, learn the business, and better understand the world’s multitrillion-dollar shadow economy. She travels across the globe and meets with everyone from traffickers, smugglers, assassins and terrorists to law enforcement, government officials, experts, victims and more to provide a 360-degree look into these global underworlds.
“Trafficked has been an incredible journey, and it’s one that I am honored to continue with my team and our partners at National Geographic,...
Production is underway on the new season of both series.
The newest season of Trafficked continues to spotlight van Zeller’s high-stakes, critical investigations into the black markets that dominate half the world’s economy.
Each episode follows van Zeller as she investigates a different underworld to talk to the players, learn the business, and better understand the world’s multitrillion-dollar shadow economy. She travels across the globe and meets with everyone from traffickers, smugglers, assassins and terrorists to law enforcement, government officials, experts, victims and more to provide a 360-degree look into these global underworlds.
“Trafficked has been an incredible journey, and it’s one that I am honored to continue with my team and our partners at National Geographic,...
- 5/9/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Join Mariana van Zeller on an adrenaline-fueled journey in the premiere episode of “Trafficked: Darker Deals” this Saturday at 10:00 Pm on National Geographic. In Season 1, titled “Caught in an African Coup,” viewers will witness Mariana’s harrowing experience as she finds herself entangled in the midst of a coup while investigating the dark world of gold trafficking.
As Mariana delves deep into the dangerous underworld of illegal gold mining, she encounters unforeseen challenges when political unrest erupts in the region. Caught in the crossfire of a coup, Mariana’s quest for truth takes a perilous turn as she navigates through chaos and uncertainty.
In this enhanced episode, viewers will witness Mariana’s fearless pursuit of uncovering the hidden truths behind gold trafficking, even in the face of imminent danger. Don’t miss the heart-pounding premiere of “Trafficked: Darker Deals With Mariana van Zeller” as she embarks on her most daring investigation yet,...
As Mariana delves deep into the dangerous underworld of illegal gold mining, she encounters unforeseen challenges when political unrest erupts in the region. Caught in the crossfire of a coup, Mariana’s quest for truth takes a perilous turn as she navigates through chaos and uncertainty.
In this enhanced episode, viewers will witness Mariana’s fearless pursuit of uncovering the hidden truths behind gold trafficking, even in the face of imminent danger. Don’t miss the heart-pounding premiere of “Trafficked: Darker Deals With Mariana van Zeller” as she embarks on her most daring investigation yet,...
- 4/27/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Exclusive: National Geographic is wading into one of psychology’s most debated studies from the past 50 years. The network has given a green light to The Stanford Prison Experiment: Unlocking The Truth (wt), a three-part docuseries from Juliette Eisner, Alex Braverman and Muck Media, the producers behind Nat Geo’s Emmy-nominated Trafficked: Underworlds with Mariana van Zeller.
Led by Stanford psychology professor Dr. Phillip Zimbardo, the six-day Stanford Prison Experiment was Zimbardo’s attempt to understand the power of situation over human behavior. In 1971, Zimbardo paid two dozen college-aged participants to live in a mock prison, observing how randomly assigned “prisoner” and “guard” roles influenced behavior. What started out as a self-contained university experiment turned into a media spectacle that captured the imagination and attention of the world, defining our understanding of human nature and forever changing the course of psychology.
‘The Roots Of Evil’, 1971 Stanford Prison Experiment, Discovery Channel...
Led by Stanford psychology professor Dr. Phillip Zimbardo, the six-day Stanford Prison Experiment was Zimbardo’s attempt to understand the power of situation over human behavior. In 1971, Zimbardo paid two dozen college-aged participants to live in a mock prison, observing how randomly assigned “prisoner” and “guard” roles influenced behavior. What started out as a self-contained university experiment turned into a media spectacle that captured the imagination and attention of the world, defining our understanding of human nature and forever changing the course of psychology.
‘The Roots Of Evil’, 1971 Stanford Prison Experiment, Discovery Channel...
- 4/17/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Get ready for an intense and eye-opening episode of “Trafficked: Darker Deals With Mariana van Zeller” airing this Saturday, April 20, at 10:00 Pm on National Geographic. In this enhanced episode titled “Illegal Gambling,” investigative journalist Mariana van Zeller delves deep into the shadowy world of high-stakes illegal gambling.
Join Mariana as she uncovers the hidden networks and illicit activities behind the scenes of underground gambling operations. With her fearless approach and dedication to uncovering the truth, Mariana takes viewers on a journey into the heart of this secretive and often dangerous industry.
From clandestine casinos to backroom betting rings, “Trafficked: Darker Deals” exposes the risks and consequences of participating in illegal gambling. Don’t miss this riveting episode as Mariana van Zeller shines a light on the darker side of the gambling world, revealing the hidden truths behind the allure of easy money. Tune in this Saturday on National Geographic...
Join Mariana as she uncovers the hidden networks and illicit activities behind the scenes of underground gambling operations. With her fearless approach and dedication to uncovering the truth, Mariana takes viewers on a journey into the heart of this secretive and often dangerous industry.
From clandestine casinos to backroom betting rings, “Trafficked: Darker Deals” exposes the risks and consequences of participating in illegal gambling. Don’t miss this riveting episode as Mariana van Zeller shines a light on the darker side of the gambling world, revealing the hidden truths behind the allure of easy money. Tune in this Saturday on National Geographic...
- 4/13/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Networks are planning special reports Monday for coverage of the total solar eclipse, a celestial phenomenon when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun.
The eclipse will move across Texas to Maine, temporarily shrouding those areas in darkness, while other parts of the country will notice dimming and twilight.
Here’s a rundown of network plans.
ABC News. Eclipse Across America, airing at 2 p.m. Et on ABC, ABC News Live, the National Geographic Channel and other platforms, will be anchored by David Muir and Linsey Davis, reporting from Burlington, Vt. Nat Geo’s Mariana van Zeller, Nat Geo Explorers photographer Cristina Mittermeier and astrophysicists Jedidah Isler and Ved Chirayath will be on hand to show viewers how to safely observe and photograph the eclipse, and will provide the science and history behind the event. Correspondents will be fanned out in 10 cities, from Mazatlán, Mexico, to Houlton, Maine,...
The eclipse will move across Texas to Maine, temporarily shrouding those areas in darkness, while other parts of the country will notice dimming and twilight.
Here’s a rundown of network plans.
ABC News. Eclipse Across America, airing at 2 p.m. Et on ABC, ABC News Live, the National Geographic Channel and other platforms, will be anchored by David Muir and Linsey Davis, reporting from Burlington, Vt. Nat Geo’s Mariana van Zeller, Nat Geo Explorers photographer Cristina Mittermeier and astrophysicists Jedidah Isler and Ved Chirayath will be on hand to show viewers how to safely observe and photograph the eclipse, and will provide the science and history behind the event. Correspondents will be fanned out in 10 cities, from Mazatlán, Mexico, to Houlton, Maine,...
- 4/8/2024
- by Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
Get ready for an intense and eye-opening journey with Mariana van Zeller in an enhanced episode of “Trafficked: Darker Deals.” This Saturday, April 13, 2024, at 10:00 Pm on National Geographic, viewers will be taken on a gripping exploration of the illicit world of hash smuggling in the premiere episode titled “Hash Smugglers.”
In this riveting episode, Mariana delves deep into the dangerous and clandestine underworld of hashish trafficking. As she follows the smuggling path of this illicit substance, viewers will witness firsthand the high-stakes risks and intricate networks involved in its transportation and distribution.
With her fearless investigative approach, Mariana sheds light on the shadowy dealings and criminal activities surrounding hash smuggling, providing valuable insights into this dark and often overlooked aspect of the global drug trade.
Don’t miss this enhanced episode of “Trafficked: Darker Deals With Mariana van Zeller” as it unveils the hidden realities of hash smuggling and...
In this riveting episode, Mariana delves deep into the dangerous and clandestine underworld of hashish trafficking. As she follows the smuggling path of this illicit substance, viewers will witness firsthand the high-stakes risks and intricate networks involved in its transportation and distribution.
With her fearless investigative approach, Mariana sheds light on the shadowy dealings and criminal activities surrounding hash smuggling, providing valuable insights into this dark and often overlooked aspect of the global drug trade.
Don’t miss this enhanced episode of “Trafficked: Darker Deals With Mariana van Zeller” as it unveils the hidden realities of hash smuggling and...
- 4/6/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Get ready for an eye-opening journey into the dark underworld of human trafficking with “Trafficked: Darker Deals With Mariana van Zeller.” In the upcoming episode titled “Migrant Smugglers,” airing on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at 10:00 Pm on National Geographic, viewers will witness an enhanced exploration of the illicit business of people smuggling.
Award-winning journalist Mariana van Zeller takes audiences on a riveting investigation, delving deep into the dangerous and clandestine operations of those involved in trafficking migrants across borders. With her fearless approach to journalism, van Zeller sheds light on the harsh realities faced by migrants and the ruthless tactics employed by smugglers.
Through compelling interviews and immersive storytelling, “Trafficked” offers a stark portrayal of the human cost of trafficking and the global networks that perpetuate this crisis. Don’t miss this powerful and thought-provoking episode as Mariana van Zeller uncovers the darker side of migration and the individuals profiting from human suffering.
Award-winning journalist Mariana van Zeller takes audiences on a riveting investigation, delving deep into the dangerous and clandestine operations of those involved in trafficking migrants across borders. With her fearless approach to journalism, van Zeller sheds light on the harsh realities faced by migrants and the ruthless tactics employed by smugglers.
Through compelling interviews and immersive storytelling, “Trafficked” offers a stark portrayal of the human cost of trafficking and the global networks that perpetuate this crisis. Don’t miss this powerful and thought-provoking episode as Mariana van Zeller uncovers the darker side of migration and the individuals profiting from human suffering.
- 3/30/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Get ready for a gripping exploration of the illegal trade in wild apes in Season 1 of “Trafficked: Darker Deals With Mariana van Zeller.” In this enhanced episode titled “Apes,” airing at 10:00 Pm on Saturday, March 30, 2024, on National Geographic, investigative journalist Mariana van Zeller delves deep into the dark world of wildlife trafficking.
With a focus on the plight of these majestic creatures, Mariana sheds light on the disturbing realities of the illegal trade, uncovering the harsh realities faced by apes stolen from their natural habitats. From the forests of Africa to the bustling markets of Asia, she follows the trail of exploitation and greed that drives this illicit industry.
Through immersive storytelling and firsthand encounters with those involved, “Apes” offers viewers a sobering look at the challenges faced by wildlife conservationists and the urgent need for action to protect endangered species. Don’t miss this eye-opening episode of “Trafficked...
With a focus on the plight of these majestic creatures, Mariana sheds light on the disturbing realities of the illegal trade, uncovering the harsh realities faced by apes stolen from their natural habitats. From the forests of Africa to the bustling markets of Asia, she follows the trail of exploitation and greed that drives this illicit industry.
Through immersive storytelling and firsthand encounters with those involved, “Apes” offers viewers a sobering look at the challenges faced by wildlife conservationists and the urgent need for action to protect endangered species. Don’t miss this eye-opening episode of “Trafficked...
- 3/23/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
ABC News and Nat Geo will cover next month’s total solar eclipse via a live two-hour special on Monday, April 8, that will run across several Disney linear and streaming outlets. “Eclipse Across America” is set to be simulcast that afternoon from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Et on ABC, National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo Wild, Disney+ and Hulu (via the ABC News Live channel) as the eclipse travels across North America.
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“World News Tonight” anchor David Muir and “ABC News Live Prime” anchor Linsey Davis, reporting live from Burlington, Vt., will host the special. Assisting them with information about the eclipse will be Nat Geo’s Mariana van Zeller (“Trafficked”) and Nat Geo Explorers photographer Cristina Mittermeier (“Photographer”), as well as astrophotographer Babak Tafreshi and astrophysicists Jedidah Isler and Ved Chirayath.
The live telecast will hop from location to location as the...
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“World News Tonight” anchor David Muir and “ABC News Live Prime” anchor Linsey Davis, reporting live from Burlington, Vt., will host the special. Assisting them with information about the eclipse will be Nat Geo’s Mariana van Zeller (“Trafficked”) and Nat Geo Explorers photographer Cristina Mittermeier (“Photographer”), as well as astrophotographer Babak Tafreshi and astrophysicists Jedidah Isler and Ved Chirayath.
The live telecast will hop from location to location as the...
- 3/22/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
September 11, 2001. Mariana van Zeller was a Columbia University grad student when she found herself in the middle of a breaking news story. With very little time to process the unimaginable events of the 9/11 terrorist attacks in the U.S., the Portuguese journalist went boots to the ground reporting for her home country via Sic Notícias. Since then the steadfast 47-year-old built an award-winning career by fully immersing in the stories she tells, even if it puts herself at risk. Nat Geo’s docuseries Trafficked: Underworlds with Mariana van Zeller has provided the correspondent a vehicle to dig into some of the world’s most black markets. During Season 4 alone she investigated everything from contracted killers and sextortion to hash smugglers and drug mule scams that prey on the elderly. For the finale premiering March 20, van Zeller gets “trapped in her own story” while filming the episode exploring NIger’s connection between terrorism and gold.
- 3/19/2024
- TV Insider
Get ready to delve into the shadowy world of black market prescription drugs with Mariana van Zeller in the Season 1 episode titled “Black Market Meds” of “Trafficked: Darker Deals.” Airing on National Geographic this Saturday, March 23, 2024, at 10:00 Pm, this enhanced episode takes viewers on a gripping journey into the illicit trade of pharmaceuticals.
Mariana van Zeller, an acclaimed investigative journalist, dives deep into the underground networks and criminal enterprises involved in the trafficking of prescription medications. With exclusive access and in-depth reporting, she uncovers the intricate web of suppliers, distributors, and buyers fueling this dangerous trade.
From counterfeit pills to illegally obtained medications, “Black Market Meds” sheds light on the hidden dangers and consequences of this illicit market. Don’t miss this eye-opening episode as Mariana van Zeller exposes the darker side of the pharmaceutical industry on “Trafficked: Darker Deals” on National Geographic.
Release Date & Time: 10:00 Pm Saturday...
Mariana van Zeller, an acclaimed investigative journalist, dives deep into the underground networks and criminal enterprises involved in the trafficking of prescription medications. With exclusive access and in-depth reporting, she uncovers the intricate web of suppliers, distributors, and buyers fueling this dangerous trade.
From counterfeit pills to illegally obtained medications, “Black Market Meds” sheds light on the hidden dangers and consequences of this illicit market. Don’t miss this eye-opening episode as Mariana van Zeller exposes the darker side of the pharmaceutical industry on “Trafficked: Darker Deals” on National Geographic.
Release Date & Time: 10:00 Pm Saturday...
- 3/16/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Get ready for an adrenaline-packed episode of “Trafficked: Underworlds With Mariana van Zeller” as Season 1 Episode 10, titled “Caught in an African Coup,” hits the airwaves on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at 9:00 Pm on National Geographic.
In this gripping installment, investigative journalist Mariana van Zeller takes viewers deep into the world of the gold trade in Niger. However, the stakes rise dramatically as she finds herself caught in the midst of an African coup. The episode promises a riveting exploration of the dangerous underbelly of the gold trade, coupled with the intensity of navigating a political uprising.
Don’t miss the heart-pounding action and the eye-opening insights that “Caught in an African Coup” has in store. Tune in to National Geographic at 9:00 Pm this Wednesday for an immersive journey into the underworld of global trafficking with Mariana van Zeller. It’s a captivating episode that sheds light on the untold stories behind these illicit trades.
In this gripping installment, investigative journalist Mariana van Zeller takes viewers deep into the world of the gold trade in Niger. However, the stakes rise dramatically as she finds herself caught in the midst of an African coup. The episode promises a riveting exploration of the dangerous underbelly of the gold trade, coupled with the intensity of navigating a political uprising.
Don’t miss the heart-pounding action and the eye-opening insights that “Caught in an African Coup” has in store. Tune in to National Geographic at 9:00 Pm this Wednesday for an immersive journey into the underworld of global trafficking with Mariana van Zeller. It’s a captivating episode that sheds light on the untold stories behind these illicit trades.
- 3/13/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
This Saturday at 9:00 Pm, audiences are in for a riveting exploration of the dark underbelly of trafficking as Mariana van Zeller delves into the chilling world of stolen human remains in an enhanced episode of “Trafficked: Darker Deals.” Titled “Body Parts,” this installment promises a harrowing journey as Mariana unveils the illicit trade of human remains, exposing the disturbing reality of this lesser-known form of trafficking.
In this eye-opening episode, viewers will witness Mariana’s fearless investigative journalism as she navigates the shadows to shed light on the sinister transactions involving stolen body parts. The enhanced episode promises to bring a new level of insight into the complexities of the issue, urging viewers to confront the uncomfortable truths surrounding this disturbing trade.
Prepare for an evening of intense storytelling and thought-provoking revelations as “Trafficked: Darker Deals With Mariana van Zeller” unmasks the hidden world of trafficking in human remains.
In this eye-opening episode, viewers will witness Mariana’s fearless investigative journalism as she navigates the shadows to shed light on the sinister transactions involving stolen body parts. The enhanced episode promises to bring a new level of insight into the complexities of the issue, urging viewers to confront the uncomfortable truths surrounding this disturbing trade.
Prepare for an evening of intense storytelling and thought-provoking revelations as “Trafficked: Darker Deals With Mariana van Zeller” unmasks the hidden world of trafficking in human remains.
- 3/9/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Get ready for a riveting exploration of the shadows in “Trafficked: Underworlds With Mariana van Zeller” as Season 1 Episode 9, titled “The Drug Mule Scam,” takes viewers deep into the heart of the trade. Award-winning journalist Mariana van Zeller, renowned for her investigative prowess, delves into the newest emerging underworlds, exposing the intricate web of illegal activities.
In this episode, Mariana focuses on the unsettling world of the drug mule scam, unraveling the complexities and dangers surrounding this clandestine trade. As she fearlessly navigates the dark corners of criminal enterprises, viewers can expect a compelling narrative that sheds light on the players involved and the inner workings of the business.
Don’t miss this eye-opening episode airing on National Geographic at 8:00 Pm on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. Join Mariana van Zeller on a journey that peels back the layers of the underworld, revealing the harsh realities that often remain hidden from the public eye.
In this episode, Mariana focuses on the unsettling world of the drug mule scam, unraveling the complexities and dangers surrounding this clandestine trade. As she fearlessly navigates the dark corners of criminal enterprises, viewers can expect a compelling narrative that sheds light on the players involved and the inner workings of the business.
Don’t miss this eye-opening episode airing on National Geographic at 8:00 Pm on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. Join Mariana van Zeller on a journey that peels back the layers of the underworld, revealing the harsh realities that often remain hidden from the public eye.
- 3/6/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
In the upcoming episode of “Trafficked: Darker Deals With Mariana van Zeller,” titled “Sextortion,” viewers will be taken deep into the dark world of cybercrime. Airing at 10:00 Pm on Saturday, March 9, 2024, on National Geographic, this enhanced episode promises to be a riveting exploration of a disturbing new blackmail scam.
Renowned journalist Mariana van Zeller leads the investigation, delving into the unsettling tactics used by cybercriminals to exploit and extort victims through the internet. With her signature investigative approach, Mariana sheds light on the complexities of sextortion, revealing the devastating impact it can have on individuals and communities.
Viewers can expect to gain valuable insights into the methods employed by perpetrators, as well as the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in combating this growing threat. Through interviews, expert analysis, and real-life accounts, “Sextortion” offers a compelling look at the intersection of technology, crime, and human vulnerability.
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Renowned journalist Mariana van Zeller leads the investigation, delving into the unsettling tactics used by cybercriminals to exploit and extort victims through the internet. With her signature investigative approach, Mariana sheds light on the complexities of sextortion, revealing the devastating impact it can have on individuals and communities.
Viewers can expect to gain valuable insights into the methods employed by perpetrators, as well as the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in combating this growing threat. Through interviews, expert analysis, and real-life accounts, “Sextortion” offers a compelling look at the intersection of technology, crime, and human vulnerability.
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- 3/2/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Prepare for a gripping exploration of the underbelly of crime as “Trafficked: Underworlds With Mariana van Zeller” unfolds its narrative in Season 1, Episode 8 titled “Illegal Gambling.” Scheduled to air at 9:00 Pm on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, on National Geographic, this episode follows investigative journalist Mariana van Zeller as she delves into a nefarious scam targeting elderly Americans.
In this installment, Mariana unveils a disturbing scheme that manipulates unsuspecting seniors into unwittingly becoming drug mules. The episode promises to shed light on the dark and exploitative tactics employed by criminals preying on vulnerable individuals within the realm of illegal gambling.
Viewers can anticipate a riveting expose, offering insights into the intricate webs of criminal enterprises. Join Mariana van Zeller on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at 9:00 Pm on National Geographic for an eye-opening journey into the world of “Trafficked: Underworlds.”
Release Date & Time: 9:00 Pm Wednesday 6 March 2024 on National Geographic
Trafficked: Underworlds With Mariana...
In this installment, Mariana unveils a disturbing scheme that manipulates unsuspecting seniors into unwittingly becoming drug mules. The episode promises to shed light on the dark and exploitative tactics employed by criminals preying on vulnerable individuals within the realm of illegal gambling.
Viewers can anticipate a riveting expose, offering insights into the intricate webs of criminal enterprises. Join Mariana van Zeller on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at 9:00 Pm on National Geographic for an eye-opening journey into the world of “Trafficked: Underworlds.”
Release Date & Time: 9:00 Pm Wednesday 6 March 2024 on National Geographic
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- 2/28/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
In the upcoming episode of “Trafficked With Mariana van Zeller” on National Geographic, viewers are in for a gripping and intense exploration into the clandestine world of contract killers. Titled “Darker Deals: Assassins”, this enhanced episode delves deep into the secretive and dangerous realm of professional assassins.
Host Mariana van Zeller fearlessly ventures into the shadows to uncover the inner workings of this underworld, shedding light on the motivations, methods, and chilling realities of those who carry out contract killings. Through exclusive interviews, firsthand accounts, and unprecedented access, viewers will gain unprecedented insight into the dark and disturbing world of hired killers.
As Mariana navigates through this perilous landscape, she exposes the intricate networks, hidden dangers, and moral complexities that define the life of an assassin. From the motivations behind these deadly contracts to the harrowing stories of those who have lived through them, “Darker Deals: Assassins” offers a riveting...
Host Mariana van Zeller fearlessly ventures into the shadows to uncover the inner workings of this underworld, shedding light on the motivations, methods, and chilling realities of those who carry out contract killings. Through exclusive interviews, firsthand accounts, and unprecedented access, viewers will gain unprecedented insight into the dark and disturbing world of hired killers.
As Mariana navigates through this perilous landscape, she exposes the intricate networks, hidden dangers, and moral complexities that define the life of an assassin. From the motivations behind these deadly contracts to the harrowing stories of those who have lived through them, “Darker Deals: Assassins” offers a riveting...
- 2/24/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Join investigative journalist Mariana van Zeller on an eye-opening journey into the underbelly of the criminal underworld in the upcoming episode of “Trafficked: Underworlds With Mariana van Zeller.” Set to air on National Geographic at 9:00 Pm on Wednesday, February 28th, 2024, Season 1 Episode 7, titled “Hash Smugglers,” delves deep into the illicit trade of hashish from Morocco into Europe.
In this compelling installment, Mariana unveils the shadowy world of hashish trafficking, where clandestine dealers operate with impunity, utilizing fast smuggling boats and intricate networks to transport their contraband across borders. Through gripping interviews and firsthand encounters, viewers will gain unprecedented insight into the inner workings of this lucrative and dangerous trade.
“Hash Smugglers” promises to shed light on the complexities of the global drug trade while highlighting the human stories behind the headlines. Don’t miss this riveting episode as Mariana van Zeller navigates the murky waters of hashish smuggling, uncovering...
In this compelling installment, Mariana unveils the shadowy world of hashish trafficking, where clandestine dealers operate with impunity, utilizing fast smuggling boats and intricate networks to transport their contraband across borders. Through gripping interviews and firsthand encounters, viewers will gain unprecedented insight into the inner workings of this lucrative and dangerous trade.
“Hash Smugglers” promises to shed light on the complexities of the global drug trade while highlighting the human stories behind the headlines. Don’t miss this riveting episode as Mariana van Zeller navigates the murky waters of hashish smuggling, uncovering...
- 2/21/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Gear up for an eye-opening journey into the depths of human trafficking in the upcoming episode of “Trafficked: Underworlds With Mariana van Zeller,” airing Wednesday, February 21st, 2024, at 9:00 Pm on National Geographic. In this gripping installment titled “Migrant Smugglers,” investigative journalist Mariana van Zeller delves deep into the heart of Mexico to unravel the intricate web of migrant smuggling operations.
With the stakes higher than ever, Mariana sheds light on the billion-dollar industry that thrives on the desperation of individuals seeking a better life in the United States. From shadowy cartels to pervasive corruption, she uncovers the harsh realities faced by migrants and the ruthless tactics employed by smugglers.
Through immersive storytelling and firsthand accounts, “Migrant Smugglers” offers viewers a poignant and thought-provoking look into one of the most pressing issues of our time. Tune in for an insightful exploration of the human cost behind the headlines, as Mariana...
With the stakes higher than ever, Mariana sheds light on the billion-dollar industry that thrives on the desperation of individuals seeking a better life in the United States. From shadowy cartels to pervasive corruption, she uncovers the harsh realities faced by migrants and the ruthless tactics employed by smugglers.
Through immersive storytelling and firsthand accounts, “Migrant Smugglers” offers viewers a poignant and thought-provoking look into one of the most pressing issues of our time. Tune in for an insightful exploration of the human cost behind the headlines, as Mariana...
- 2/14/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Join investigative journalist Mariana van Zeller as she delves into the dark and dangerous world of wildlife trafficking in Season 1 Episode 5 of “Trafficked: Underworlds With Mariana van Zeller,” titled “Apes.” Tune in on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at 9:00 Pm on National Geographic.
In this gripping episode, Mariana travels to the Congo to shine a light on the illegal trade of wild apes, a heartbreaking practice that has pushed these majestic creatures to the brink of extinction. With unprecedented access and unparalleled determination, Mariana uncovers the ruthless tactics employed by traffickers and the devastating impact of their actions on wildlife populations.
As she navigates through treacherous terrain and confronts those involved in the illicit trade, Mariana’s investigation sheds light on the urgent need for conservation efforts and the fight to protect our planet’s most vulnerable species.
Don’t miss this eye-opening and compelling episode of “Trafficked: Underworlds With Mariana van...
In this gripping episode, Mariana travels to the Congo to shine a light on the illegal trade of wild apes, a heartbreaking practice that has pushed these majestic creatures to the brink of extinction. With unprecedented access and unparalleled determination, Mariana uncovers the ruthless tactics employed by traffickers and the devastating impact of their actions on wildlife populations.
As she navigates through treacherous terrain and confronts those involved in the illicit trade, Mariana’s investigation sheds light on the urgent need for conservation efforts and the fight to protect our planet’s most vulnerable species.
Don’t miss this eye-opening and compelling episode of “Trafficked: Underworlds With Mariana van...
- 2/7/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
Prepare for a compelling and eye-opening episode of “Trafficked: Underworlds With Mariana van Zeller” as the series delves into the challenging world of black market medicines. Tune in to National Geographic on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at 9:00 Pm for an in-depth exploration of the dark side of healthcare in America.
In this episode, viewers will witness the harsh realities faced by millions of Americans who have been driven to the black market due to the soaring costs of healthcare. The struggle to access essential medications has pushed individuals into the underground trade of black market medicines.
Mariana van Zeller, the intrepid journalist, takes audiences on a journey to uncover the intricate web of illegal pharmaceuticals. With her investigative skills and unwavering determination, she sheds light on the stories of those who have resorted to this risky and often dangerous path to secure the medications they need.
“Trafficked: Underworlds With Mariana van...
In this episode, viewers will witness the harsh realities faced by millions of Americans who have been driven to the black market due to the soaring costs of healthcare. The struggle to access essential medications has pushed individuals into the underground trade of black market medicines.
Mariana van Zeller, the intrepid journalist, takes audiences on a journey to uncover the intricate web of illegal pharmaceuticals. With her investigative skills and unwavering determination, she sheds light on the stories of those who have resorted to this risky and often dangerous path to secure the medications they need.
“Trafficked: Underworlds With Mariana van...
- 2/1/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
National Geographic isn’t the first brand you think of designing a new theme park ride at Disney World but it’s a conversation that’s being had within the media conglomerate.
Tom McDonald, EVP, Global Factual and Unscripted, Nat Geo, who joined the company 18 months ago from the BBC has floated the idea of a Nat Geo series becoming an amusement attraction.
“I know this sounds outlandish but when I started, and I half meant it as a joke, one of the things I said was ‘Wouldn’t be great if one of our shows became a theme park ride at Disney World?’,” he said during a keynote session at the Realscreen event in New Orleans. “There are some really interesting conversations happening right now within the system, with Parks and beyond about how we might bring some of our shows to life in the physical world, interesting types of experiences.
Tom McDonald, EVP, Global Factual and Unscripted, Nat Geo, who joined the company 18 months ago from the BBC has floated the idea of a Nat Geo series becoming an amusement attraction.
“I know this sounds outlandish but when I started, and I half meant it as a joke, one of the things I said was ‘Wouldn’t be great if one of our shows became a theme park ride at Disney World?’,” he said during a keynote session at the Realscreen event in New Orleans. “There are some really interesting conversations happening right now within the system, with Parks and beyond about how we might bring some of our shows to life in the physical world, interesting types of experiences.
- 1/29/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Prepare for a riveting exploration into the depths of the underworld as “Trafficked: Underworlds With Mariana van Zeller” unveils its third episode, titled “Body Parts,” airing on National Geographic at 9:00 Pm this Wednesday, January 31, 2024. In this gripping installment, investigative journalist Mariana van Zeller delves into a chilling realm where medical insiders engage in the illicit trade of stolen body parts, all under the shadow of minimal oversight.
The episode promises a harrowing journey into the dark corners of the organ trade, shedding light on the disturbing realities that often remain hidden from the public eye. As Mariana unravels the layers of this clandestine world, viewers can expect a thought-provoking and eye-opening narrative that exposes the ethical and moral complexities surrounding the commodification of human body parts. “Body Parts” invites audiences to confront the unsettling truths that lurk beneath the surface of the medical industry, delivering a compelling and impactful viewing experience.
The episode promises a harrowing journey into the dark corners of the organ trade, shedding light on the disturbing realities that often remain hidden from the public eye. As Mariana unravels the layers of this clandestine world, viewers can expect a thought-provoking and eye-opening narrative that exposes the ethical and moral complexities surrounding the commodification of human body parts. “Body Parts” invites audiences to confront the unsettling truths that lurk beneath the surface of the medical industry, delivering a compelling and impactful viewing experience.
- 1/24/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
This Wednesday at 9:00 Pm on National Geographic, viewers are in for a gripping exploration of the criminal underworld in the second episode of “Trafficked: Underworlds With Mariana van Zeller” titled “Sextortion.” Season 1 delves into the darkest corners of illicit activities, and in this installment, investigative journalist Mariana van Zeller travels to Manila to unravel the disturbing web of a new blackmail scam known as sextortion.
In this eye-opening episode, Mariana exposes the insidious tactics behind sextortion, shedding light on the criminals who exploit others through digital means. With her fearless approach, she delves deep into the world of cybercrime, revealing the impact of these activities on victims and the intricate networks that fuel such operations.
Don’t miss this thought-provoking journey into the underbelly of crime as “Trafficked: Underworlds With Mariana van Zeller” unfolds the hidden stories behind sextortion at 9:00 Pm this Wednesday on National Geographic.
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In this eye-opening episode, Mariana exposes the insidious tactics behind sextortion, shedding light on the criminals who exploit others through digital means. With her fearless approach, she delves deep into the world of cybercrime, revealing the impact of these activities on victims and the intricate networks that fuel such operations.
Don’t miss this thought-provoking journey into the underbelly of crime as “Trafficked: Underworlds With Mariana van Zeller” unfolds the hidden stories behind sextortion at 9:00 Pm this Wednesday on National Geographic.
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- 1/17/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
In the upcoming episode of “Married at First Sight” Season 17 titled “Afterparty: Exploring Intimacy at an Altitude,” set to air at 10:36 Pm on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, on Lifetime, viewers can anticipate an insightful and emotionally charged continuation of the couples’ journeys. The show, known for its unique premise of scientifically matching individuals who then tie the knot without prior acquaintance, delves into the complexities of relationships formed under these unconventional circumstances.
“Afterparty: Exploring Intimacy at an Altitude” suggests an exploration of intimacy, promising a deeper understanding of the couples’ connections. As the participants navigate the challenges of married life, the afterparty episode provides a platform for candid discussions, revelations, and potentially, the evolution of their relationships.
Viewers can expect a mix of heartwarming moments and unexpected twists as the couples open up about their experiences, creating a compelling narrative that keeps audiences invested in the unpredictable and captivating world of “Married at First Sight.
“Afterparty: Exploring Intimacy at an Altitude” suggests an exploration of intimacy, promising a deeper understanding of the couples’ connections. As the participants navigate the challenges of married life, the afterparty episode provides a platform for candid discussions, revelations, and potentially, the evolution of their relationships.
Viewers can expect a mix of heartwarming moments and unexpected twists as the couples open up about their experiences, creating a compelling narrative that keeps audiences invested in the unpredictable and captivating world of “Married at First Sight.
- 1/10/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
President John F. Kennedy and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy are pictured while on the campaign trail in San Antonio, Nov. 21, 1963.
National Geographic’s 2023 fall and winter programming kicks off with JFK: One Day in America, the second installment of the network’s One Day in America series. Nat Geo’s slate also includes documentaries narrated by Angela Bassett, Jeremy Renner, and Awkwafina, as well as Photographer – a series spotlighting the work of iconic photographers.
Additional winter programming includes the premieres of Science Fair: The Series and Arctic Ascent with Alex Honnold. Returning series include Explorer: Lake of Fire, Lost Cities Revealed with Albert Lin, Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller, and Cesar Millan: Better Human Better Dog.
JFK: One Day In America – Premieres Nov. 5 on National Geographic; Nov. 6 on Disney+ and Hulu
To commemorate six decades since the assassination of President John F. Kennedy on Nov. 22, 1963, the Emmy Award-winning, critically...
National Geographic’s 2023 fall and winter programming kicks off with JFK: One Day in America, the second installment of the network’s One Day in America series. Nat Geo’s slate also includes documentaries narrated by Angela Bassett, Jeremy Renner, and Awkwafina, as well as Photographer – a series spotlighting the work of iconic photographers.
Additional winter programming includes the premieres of Science Fair: The Series and Arctic Ascent with Alex Honnold. Returning series include Explorer: Lake of Fire, Lost Cities Revealed with Albert Lin, Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller, and Cesar Millan: Better Human Better Dog.
JFK: One Day In America – Premieres Nov. 5 on National Geographic; Nov. 6 on Disney+ and Hulu
To commemorate six decades since the assassination of President John F. Kennedy on Nov. 22, 1963, the Emmy Award-winning, critically...
- 10/18/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Updated, 7:40 Pm: HBO Max (now Max), National Geographic and Prime Video were among the big winners on the second of two nights for the 44th annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards. Presented by the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, the trophies for the documentary categories were handed out tonight at the Palladium Times Square in New York City.
Nat Geo’s Retrograde won for Outstanding Current Events Documentary, and Netflix’s In Her Hands took the Politics and Government category.
See the full list of Documentary category winners here, Wednesday night’s News winners here and the combined two-night list here.
The erstwhile HBO max led all networks and platforms with six wins, followed by Nat Geo with five and Prime Video’s three. Streamers Netflix and Paramount+ nabbed two each.
“There has never been a time when the need for thoughtful and hard-hitting documentaries has been greater, nor...
Nat Geo’s Retrograde won for Outstanding Current Events Documentary, and Netflix’s In Her Hands took the Politics and Government category.
See the full list of Documentary category winners here, Wednesday night’s News winners here and the combined two-night list here.
The erstwhile HBO max led all networks and platforms with six wins, followed by Nat Geo with five and Prime Video’s three. Streamers Netflix and Paramount+ nabbed two each.
“There has never been a time when the need for thoughtful and hard-hitting documentaries has been greater, nor...
- 9/29/2023
- by Erik Pedersen and Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
HBO Max’s The Janes was among the top winners at the 44th annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards on Wednesday, with the film — centered on a pre-Roe v. Wade abortion network in Chicago — taking home best documentary as well as best social issue documentary.
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) presented the Documentary category winners during a live ceremony at the Palladium Times Square in New York City and streamed live on NATAS’ viewing platform powered by Vimeo, the second of a two-night celebration. The News category winners were announced in a ceremony held at the Palladium on Wednesday.
Scheduled presenters at the Thursday night Docs ceremony included HBO Documentary & Family Programming’s Nancy Abraham and Lisa Heller, reporter Jelani Cobb, Nothing Compares director Kathryn Ferguson, NPR host and Is That Black Enough for You?!? writer-director Elvis Mitchell, Doc NYC co-founder Thom Powers and National Geographic correspondent Mariana van Zeller.
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) presented the Documentary category winners during a live ceremony at the Palladium Times Square in New York City and streamed live on NATAS’ viewing platform powered by Vimeo, the second of a two-night celebration. The News category winners were announced in a ceremony held at the Palladium on Wednesday.
Scheduled presenters at the Thursday night Docs ceremony included HBO Documentary & Family Programming’s Nancy Abraham and Lisa Heller, reporter Jelani Cobb, Nothing Compares director Kathryn Ferguson, NPR host and Is That Black Enough for You?!? writer-director Elvis Mitchell, Doc NYC co-founder Thom Powers and National Geographic correspondent Mariana van Zeller.
- 9/29/2023
- by Tyler Coates
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Muck Media is expanding its relationship with National Geographic. The Emmy- and Peabody-winning production company has signed a first-look deal with the network for unscripted series and specials.
The deal comes on the heels of a fifth season pickup and ahead of the fourth season premiere of Muck’s Nat Geo series Trafficked With Mariana Van Zeller, which is nominated for nine Emmys at tonight’s News & Documentary Emmy Awards.
Additionally, on Dec. 10, National Geographic will premiere Science Fair: The Series, a spinoff of the Sundance breakout and Emmy-winning feature documentary directed by Muck Media partners Cristina Costantini and Darren Foster. The series will be available next day on Disney+ and Hulu.
“National Geographic is synonymous with adventure, curiosity and exploration, which are at the core of Muck’s approach to storytelling,” said van Zeller, Muck Media’s co-founder and host of Trafficked. “From quirky teenagers studying science to black...
The deal comes on the heels of a fifth season pickup and ahead of the fourth season premiere of Muck’s Nat Geo series Trafficked With Mariana Van Zeller, which is nominated for nine Emmys at tonight’s News & Documentary Emmy Awards.
Additionally, on Dec. 10, National Geographic will premiere Science Fair: The Series, a spinoff of the Sundance breakout and Emmy-winning feature documentary directed by Muck Media partners Cristina Costantini and Darren Foster. The series will be available next day on Disney+ and Hulu.
“National Geographic is synonymous with adventure, curiosity and exploration, which are at the core of Muck’s approach to storytelling,” said van Zeller, Muck Media’s co-founder and host of Trafficked. “From quirky teenagers studying science to black...
- 9/27/2023
- by Nellie Andreeva and Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
The nominations are out for the 44th annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards, and CNN leads the way with a commanding 45 noms ahead of Vice (30) and ABC and PBS (26 each). See the list of nominees in all 62 categories below or click here.
Vice’s Vice News Tonight — which wrapped its eight-season run in May — scored a dominant 28 noms, more than doubling its closest program rival, CBS stalwart 60 Minutes, which landed 11. ABC’s Nightline, PBS’ Frontline and National Geographic’s Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller are next with nine apiece, followed by CNN’s Anderson Cooper 360 and PBS’ Pov with seven apiece.
As for the marquee categories, vying for Outstanding Live News Program are ABC World News Tonight with David Muir (ABC), Anderson Cooper 360 (CNN), CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell (CBS), CBS Mornings (CBS) and Nightly News with Lester Holt (NBC). Up for Best Documentary are Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain...
Vice’s Vice News Tonight — which wrapped its eight-season run in May — scored a dominant 28 noms, more than doubling its closest program rival, CBS stalwart 60 Minutes, which landed 11. ABC’s Nightline, PBS’ Frontline and National Geographic’s Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller are next with nine apiece, followed by CNN’s Anderson Cooper 360 and PBS’ Pov with seven apiece.
As for the marquee categories, vying for Outstanding Live News Program are ABC World News Tonight with David Muir (ABC), Anderson Cooper 360 (CNN), CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell (CBS), CBS Mornings (CBS) and Nightly News with Lester Holt (NBC). Up for Best Documentary are Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain...
- 7/27/2023
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Updated with more titles being removed: Disney is starting to pull content from streaming, with dozens of series and specials slated to leave Disney+ and Hulu on May 26, Deadline has learned. The titles, which are being removed from Disney’s streaming services globally, include Disney+’s Willow, Big Shot, Turner & Hooch, The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers, Just Beyond, Diary of a Future President, The Mysterious Benedict Society and The World According to Jeff Goldblum and Hulu’s Y: The Last Man, Dollface, The Hot Zone, Maggie, Pistol and Little Demon. A number of Freeform series also are slated to leave Hulu.
The list features largely short-lived series, specials and direct-to-streaming movies.
The move, which comes with a content impairment charge of $1.5 billion to $1.8 billion, was announced during the recent Disney earnings call on May 10.
“We are in the process of reviewing the content on our Dtc services to align...
The list features largely short-lived series, specials and direct-to-streaming movies.
The move, which comes with a content impairment charge of $1.5 billion to $1.8 billion, was announced during the recent Disney earnings call on May 10.
“We are in the process of reviewing the content on our Dtc services to align...
- 5/18/2023
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Disney+, Disney Channel, and National Geographic have announced a slew of upcoming new and returning shows, including a few first looks at the Television Critics Association (TCA) in 2023. While hosting several panels for series like Star Wars: The Bad Batch, Retrograde, Prom Pact, The Crossover, A Small Light, Explore the World with the Next Gen of Nat Geo Storytellers, Nat Geo Documentary Films Directors, and Secrets of the Elephants, upcoming premiere dates and new trailers were revealed. Check out the list of shows, old and new, appearing across Disney’s linear channels and streaming services. Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller season 3 premieres January 18 at 9/8c on National Geographic and the next day on Hulu. The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder picks up the story of its central character, Penny Proud, and her family: parents Oscar and Trudy, twin siblings BeBe and CeCe,...
- 1/13/2023
- TV Insider
If January sets the tone for any streamer’s year then 2023 is certainly going to be the Year of True Crime on Hulu. That’s right, Hulu’s list of new releases for January 2023 is highlight by several new true crime docuseries (and one charmingly goofy animated hero).
The true crime docuseries fest gets started with Death in the Dorms on Jan. 5. That will be followed by How I Caught My Killer on Jan. 12, and Web of Death on Jan. 19. The first is a six-episode series that will follow the real life case of murders at UCLA, while the latter two will both present several different stories.
It’s not just all true crime in January for Hulu. Jan. 9 sees the arrival of Koala Man, an animated series that envisions an Australian crime fighter of the same name. Also premiering is season 2 of How I Met Your Mather (Jan. 24) and superhero drama Extraordinary (Jan.
The true crime docuseries fest gets started with Death in the Dorms on Jan. 5. That will be followed by How I Caught My Killer on Jan. 12, and Web of Death on Jan. 19. The first is a six-episode series that will follow the real life case of murders at UCLA, while the latter two will both present several different stories.
It’s not just all true crime in January for Hulu. Jan. 9 sees the arrival of Koala Man, an animated series that envisions an Australian crime fighter of the same name. Also premiering is season 2 of How I Met Your Mather (Jan. 24) and superhero drama Extraordinary (Jan.
- 1/1/2023
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
Exclusive: Muck Media announced today it is adapting bestselling Mexican memoir El Fixer for the big screen, the company’s first foray into narrative-scripted content.
Journalist Miguel Ángel Vega’s book chronicles “his journey from aspiring filmmaker to guiding foreign journalists working for some of the world’s most recognizable media brands into the darkest corners of the drug war over the last decade.” It’s an inherently risky business, because outsiders in need of a fixer want to “go where the action is,” not necessarily understanding the mortal danger they face.
As a description of the book put it, “Many North American, German, English, and French journalists are interested in covering the ups and downs of organized crime in Mexico, but the first problem is how to establish contact with drug bosses, huachicoleros, kidnappers, with some leader or another of organized crime. There’s no easy way to do this,...
Journalist Miguel Ángel Vega’s book chronicles “his journey from aspiring filmmaker to guiding foreign journalists working for some of the world’s most recognizable media brands into the darkest corners of the drug war over the last decade.” It’s an inherently risky business, because outsiders in need of a fixer want to “go where the action is,” not necessarily understanding the mortal danger they face.
As a description of the book put it, “Many North American, German, English, and French journalists are interested in covering the ups and downs of organized crime in Mexico, but the first problem is how to establish contact with drug bosses, huachicoleros, kidnappers, with some leader or another of organized crime. There’s no easy way to do this,...
- 12/5/2022
- by Matthew Carey
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Plimsoll Productions, the company behind series such as Apple’s Tiny World and Disney+’s James Cameron-executive produced and Benedict Cumberbatch-narrated Super/Natural, has hired National Geographic’s Alan Eyres to run its U.S. arm.
Eyres spent the last ten years as SVP of Unscripted Production and Development for the National Geographic Global Channels and was instrumental in launching the Nat Geo tile on Disney+.
He becomes head of Plimsoll USA, reporting to founder and CEO Grant Mansfield.
It marks the first major hire after British broadcaster ITV acquired the company, best known for natural history programming, for 126M earlier this summer, and comes after Saul Goldberg, who previously headed up U.S. operations at the company left to join CAA as a UK-based agent.
Eyres has worked with Plimsoll on a number of series and docs including serving as network programming executive for Hostile Planet,...
Eyres spent the last ten years as SVP of Unscripted Production and Development for the National Geographic Global Channels and was instrumental in launching the Nat Geo tile on Disney+.
He becomes head of Plimsoll USA, reporting to founder and CEO Grant Mansfield.
It marks the first major hire after British broadcaster ITV acquired the company, best known for natural history programming, for 126M earlier this summer, and comes after Saul Goldberg, who previously headed up U.S. operations at the company left to join CAA as a UK-based agent.
Eyres has worked with Plimsoll on a number of series and docs including serving as network programming executive for Hostile Planet,...
- 11/29/2022
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Top Chef leads the field with five nominations for the fourth annual Critics Choice Real TV Awards, which were announced today. Netflix scooped a dozen noms to top all networks and platforms.
Launched in 2019, the Critics Choice Real TV Awards celebrate programming across platforms and also recognize industry leaders with special awards highlighting career achievements. The 2022 ceremony hosted by Randy and Jason Sklar is set for June 12 at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles.
“Given its ongoing popularity across broadcast and cable networks, streaming services and other platforms, it’s clear that unscripted programming is deserving of special recognition by the Critics Choice Association,” said Ed Martin, President of the Critics Choice Association’s TV Branch. “The exciting programs and diverse personalities selected by our five nominating committees represent the best that this multi-faceted genre has to offer.”
Here are the nominees for the fourth annual Critics Choice Real...
Launched in 2019, the Critics Choice Real TV Awards celebrate programming across platforms and also recognize industry leaders with special awards highlighting career achievements. The 2022 ceremony hosted by Randy and Jason Sklar is set for June 12 at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles.
“Given its ongoing popularity across broadcast and cable networks, streaming services and other platforms, it’s clear that unscripted programming is deserving of special recognition by the Critics Choice Association,” said Ed Martin, President of the Critics Choice Association’s TV Branch. “The exciting programs and diverse personalities selected by our five nominating committees represent the best that this multi-faceted genre has to offer.”
Here are the nominees for the fourth annual Critics Choice Real...
- 5/16/2022
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
2021 is nearly in the books and Hulu is celebrating by heading back to the past…like, the way past. With its list of new releases for December 2021, Hulu is going positive Medieval with two swords and shield original series arriving this month.
Animated comedy Crossing Swords premieres its second season on Dec. 10. This stop-motion style tale follows Patrick (Nicholas Hoult) as he works his way up the feudal latter of The Kingdom. This will be complemented by Dragons: The Nine Realms on Dec. 23. This series is set in the How to Train Your Dragon universe and takes place over 1,000 years after the events of the films. In it, a group of modern day kids uncover the secret truth about dragons.
Hulu also has some more current options for TV this month. Original comedy Pen15 premieres the second half of its second season on Dec. 3. Watch it to relive the trauma...
Animated comedy Crossing Swords premieres its second season on Dec. 10. This stop-motion style tale follows Patrick (Nicholas Hoult) as he works his way up the feudal latter of The Kingdom. This will be complemented by Dragons: The Nine Realms on Dec. 23. This series is set in the How to Train Your Dragon universe and takes place over 1,000 years after the events of the films. In it, a group of modern day kids uncover the secret truth about dragons.
Hulu also has some more current options for TV this month. Original comedy Pen15 premieres the second half of its second season on Dec. 3. Watch it to relive the trauma...
- 12/1/2021
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
Onyx Collective and Searchlights’s acquisition Summer of Soul from Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson took several prizes at the sixth annual Critics Choices Documentary Awards on Sunday, including Best Documentary Feature, Best Director (a tie), Best First Documentary Feature, Best Editing, Best Archival Documentary and Best Music Documentary.
Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin also took Best Director for The Rescue, in addition to Best Cinematography and Best Score.
The awards recognize the year’s finest achievements in documentaries released in theaters, on TV and on major digital platforms, as determined by the voting of qualified Cca members.
“We are proud to be able to recognize such outstanding work at this year’s awards gala, in our return to a live event,” said Christopher Campbell, president of the Critics Choice Association Documentary Branch. “It was a wonderful night of showcasing and honoring the...
Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin also took Best Director for The Rescue, in addition to Best Cinematography and Best Score.
The awards recognize the year’s finest achievements in documentaries released in theaters, on TV and on major digital platforms, as determined by the voting of qualified Cca members.
“We are proud to be able to recognize such outstanding work at this year’s awards gala, in our return to a live event,” said Christopher Campbell, president of the Critics Choice Association Documentary Branch. “It was a wonderful night of showcasing and honoring the...
- 11/15/2021
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
National Geographic is expanding its unscripted slate with greenlights for three new series — Life Below Zero: First Alaskans, a spinoff of the Emmy-winning Life Below Zero franchise, Appetite for Adventure with BBQ pitmaster Big Moe Cason, and The 7 Toughest Days on Earth with adventurer and explorer Dwayne Fields from One Strange Rock producers Nutopia. Additionally, Nat Geo has given an early Season 3 renewal to Emmy-nominated docuseries Trafficked with Mariana Van Zeller. Courteney Monroe, president, National Geographic Content, announced the news during Nat Geo’s TCA session Tuesday.
“These new series are exciting additions to our stable of popular, returnable, scalable series led by charismatic personalities,” said Monroe. “The talent at the center of each of these series have unique voices and perspectives that will undoubtedly inspire the explorer in all of us.”
The three new series will also have a second window on Disney+.
Life Below Zero: First Alaskans expands...
“These new series are exciting additions to our stable of popular, returnable, scalable series led by charismatic personalities,” said Monroe. “The talent at the center of each of these series have unique voices and perspectives that will undoubtedly inspire the explorer in all of us.”
The three new series will also have a second window on Disney+.
Life Below Zero: First Alaskans expands...
- 8/18/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
The Gracie Awards, which are bestowed by the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation to honor standout women in the media industry and recognize entertainment and news programming that addressed timely topics and social issues, has unveiled its winners for its 46th edition.
Kerry Washington, Lena Waithe, Kelly Clarkson, Michelle Obama, Hillary Rodham Clinton and Erin Andrews are among this year’s winners, along with shows including Today, CBS This Morning, Black-ish and Taylor Swift’s hybrid Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions. FX’s Mrs. America won twice, for Limited Series and Ensemble.
In other TV categories, 60 Minutes, Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi and This Is Us also scored wins, as did Caitriona Balfe of Outlander, Catherine O’Hara of Schitt’s Creek, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan of Never Have I Ever and P-Valley’s Shannon Thornton. Obama and Clinton won for their work in their respective podcasts.
Winners will be...
Kerry Washington, Lena Waithe, Kelly Clarkson, Michelle Obama, Hillary Rodham Clinton and Erin Andrews are among this year’s winners, along with shows including Today, CBS This Morning, Black-ish and Taylor Swift’s hybrid Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions. FX’s Mrs. America won twice, for Limited Series and Ensemble.
In other TV categories, 60 Minutes, Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi and This Is Us also scored wins, as did Caitriona Balfe of Outlander, Catherine O’Hara of Schitt’s Creek, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan of Never Have I Ever and P-Valley’s Shannon Thornton. Obama and Clinton won for their work in their respective podcasts.
Winners will be...
- 6/9/2021
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Nominations for the third annual Critics Choice Real TV Awards were announced Tuesday, and it was another clean sweep for RuPaul's Drag Race.
The reality series managed five total nominations.
Queer Eye (Netflix), Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy (CNN), Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi (Hulu), and Top Chef (Bravo) all managed three each.
If we look at networks alone, Netflix leads the way, netting 22 nominations.
HBO/HBO Max (with 14) follows the streamer in nominations, along with Food Networ /Food Network Kitchen (with six), VH1 (with six), National Geographic / Nat Geo Wild (with 5), and Discovery Channel / discovery+ (with 5).
Have a look at the full list below.
Best Competition Series
RuPaul’s Drag Race (VH1)
The Amazing Race (CBS)
The Great British Baking Show (Netflix)
Top Chef (Bravo)
Tough as Nails (CBS)
Best Competition Series: Talent/Variety
American Idol (ABC)
Legendary (HBO Max)
The Masked Singer (Fox)
The Voice (NBC)
World of Dance...
The reality series managed five total nominations.
Queer Eye (Netflix), Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy (CNN), Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi (Hulu), and Top Chef (Bravo) all managed three each.
If we look at networks alone, Netflix leads the way, netting 22 nominations.
HBO/HBO Max (with 14) follows the streamer in nominations, along with Food Networ /Food Network Kitchen (with six), VH1 (with six), National Geographic / Nat Geo Wild (with 5), and Discovery Channel / discovery+ (with 5).
Have a look at the full list below.
Best Competition Series
RuPaul’s Drag Race (VH1)
The Amazing Race (CBS)
The Great British Baking Show (Netflix)
Top Chef (Bravo)
Tough as Nails (CBS)
Best Competition Series: Talent/Variety
American Idol (ABC)
Legendary (HBO Max)
The Masked Singer (Fox)
The Voice (NBC)
World of Dance...
- 6/2/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” leads all programs in nominations for the third annual Critics Choice Real TV Awards, which were announced on Wednesday.
The nominations confirmed that the series is a favorite of voters in the Critics Choice Association, who gave it the Best Competition Series award in 2019 and 2020, the only two years the show that honors nonfiction and reality television has taken place.
“RuPaul” received nominations in five categories: Best Competition Series, Best Ensemble Cast in an Unscripted Series, Female Star of the Year (Michelle Visage) and Best Show Host and Male Star of the Year nominations for RuPaul.
“Queer Eye” and a trio of food-oriented shows – “Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy,” “Taste the Nation With Padma Lakshmi” and “Top Chef” – received three nominations each. The shows with two nominations were “Crikey! It’s the Irwins,” “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,” “I’ll Be Gone in the Dark,” “Murder on Middle Beach,” “Nailed It!,...
The nominations confirmed that the series is a favorite of voters in the Critics Choice Association, who gave it the Best Competition Series award in 2019 and 2020, the only two years the show that honors nonfiction and reality television has taken place.
“RuPaul” received nominations in five categories: Best Competition Series, Best Ensemble Cast in an Unscripted Series, Female Star of the Year (Michelle Visage) and Best Show Host and Male Star of the Year nominations for RuPaul.
“Queer Eye” and a trio of food-oriented shows – “Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy,” “Taste the Nation With Padma Lakshmi” and “Top Chef” – received three nominations each. The shows with two nominations were “Crikey! It’s the Irwins,” “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,” “I’ll Be Gone in the Dark,” “Murder on Middle Beach,” “Nailed It!,...
- 6/2/2021
- by Steve Pond
- The Wrap
National Geographic is setting up its schedule for next season. The cable channel has announced their line-up for the 2021-22 season, and it includes the second season of the scripted Hot Zone anthology series, which will follow the anthrax outbreak after 9/11. Trafficked with Mariana Van Zeller, Gordon Ramsey: Uncharted, Running Wild with Bear Grylls, Life Below Zero, Wicked Tuna, and The Hot Zone will also be airing on the cable channel next season.
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- 5/19/2021
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
National Geographic will bring back a number of franchise titles for the 2021-2022 season. During its upfront presentation on Tuesday, National Geographic revealed that has handed renewals to its Life Below Zero and Wicked Tuna franchises. Also set to return for new seasons are adventure shows Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted, Running Wild with Bear Grylls, and Trafficked with Mariana Van Zeller.
The documentary network has also set the return for its annual Sharkfest special, marking its 10th anniversary on Nat Geo. It was also revealed that Good Morning America co-anchors Robin Roberts and Michael Strahan will join National Geographic for Explorer, a special produced in partnership with ABC News.
See National Geographic’s complete renewal slate below.
Returning Series
Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted
Renewed for Season Four (Studio Ramsay)
Gordon Ramsay laces his boots, grabs his knives and buckles up as he hits the road to embark on more exhilarating adventures, exploring...
The documentary network has also set the return for its annual Sharkfest special, marking its 10th anniversary on Nat Geo. It was also revealed that Good Morning America co-anchors Robin Roberts and Michael Strahan will join National Geographic for Explorer, a special produced in partnership with ABC News.
See National Geographic’s complete renewal slate below.
Returning Series
Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted
Renewed for Season Four (Studio Ramsay)
Gordon Ramsay laces his boots, grabs his knives and buckles up as he hits the road to embark on more exhilarating adventures, exploring...
- 5/18/2021
- by Alexandra Del Rosario
- Deadline Film + TV
Update (5/7): The Podcast Academy has tapped Cameron Esposito to host their inaugural ceremony, held on May 16th. Rainn Wilson, Hank Azaria, Este Haim, Kenan Thompson, Darren Criss, Neil Strauss, Whitney Cummings, Ashley Flowers, DeRay Mckesson, and others will present awards.
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The Podcast Academy has announced the nominees for their inaugural Awards for Excellence in Audio, a.k.a. the Ambies.
Matthew McConaughey, Tessa Thompson, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Malcolm Gladwell and Willem Dafoe, and Charlotte Gainsbourg are among the 164 nominees in 23 categories that include Best Performer in Audio Fiction, Best Podcast Host,...
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The Podcast Academy has announced the nominees for their inaugural Awards for Excellence in Audio, a.k.a. the Ambies.
Matthew McConaughey, Tessa Thompson, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Malcolm Gladwell and Willem Dafoe, and Charlotte Gainsbourg are among the 164 nominees in 23 categories that include Best Performer in Audio Fiction, Best Podcast Host,...
- 5/7/2021
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
Mariana Van Zeller isn’t your average journalist. As the host of the new National Geographic Series, Trafficked, Mariana has shown that she is willing to go where lots of other journalists wouldn’t dare. On the series, she investigates various areas of the underworld and some of the things she finds will leave viewers shocked. Her tenacity, professionalism, and curiosity have helped her build a successful career in the industry. If you’re into the grittier side of things, Trafficked is a show you should definitely check out and Mariana would be happy to have you come along on the journey with
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Mariana Van Zeller...
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Mariana Van Zeller...
- 12/15/2020
- by Camille Moore
- TVovermind.com
Mariana van Zeller is a badass. In just eight episodes of her new series on National Geographic, “Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller,” we watch the acclaimed investigative journalist talk to counterfeit money makers in a Peruvian strip mall, walk into the jungles of Mexico to have a talk with cocaine dealers, and learn about underground steroid experimentation in the quiet suburbs of Sacramento.
“I’ve always been attracted to the underworld,” van Zeller told IndieWire, ever since her first story as a journalist saw her moving to Syria at the start of the Iraq war. “I wanted to be close to the action,” she said. Close is an understatement; van Zeller is in the thick of the action throughout every episode and she thinks part of that might have to do with the fact that the worlds she’s walking through are often exclusionary to women. “I was filming a meth lab,...
“I’ve always been attracted to the underworld,” van Zeller told IndieWire, ever since her first story as a journalist saw her moving to Syria at the start of the Iraq war. “I wanted to be close to the action,” she said. Close is an understatement; van Zeller is in the thick of the action throughout every episode and she thinks part of that might have to do with the fact that the worlds she’s walking through are often exclusionary to women. “I was filming a meth lab,...
- 12/2/2020
- by Kristen Lopez
- Indiewire
Award-winning investigative reporter Mariana van Zeller takes viewers into the inner workings of the dangerous black market talking to everyone from the mule, the henchmen to the narcos in National Geographic's "Trafficked," now airing. How does someone like van Zeller get access to these off the grid criminals, and does she fear for her life? She explains it to CineMovie.
- 12/2/2020
- by luperhaas@cinemovie.tv (Lupe R Haas)
- CineMovie
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