CMT PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS 1-18-10
01/20/10
PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS
—WEEK OF JANUARY 18—
ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER? - NEW EPISODES!
Comedian Jeff Foxworthy hosts this new, fast-paced half-hour syndicated version of the atypical game show that measures adults' lack of knowledge – as revealed by how much they've forgotten since grammar school. Grownups find themselves in a classroom setting, revisiting their youth, as they tackle subjects they were taught years ago ranging from art to geography and math to social studies. In ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER?, however, the players are not alone and there is a way for contestants to "cheat" in this classroom. The adults have the opportunity to get some help – in the form of elementary advice from real 5th graders who always seem to know more than the contestants. Episodes will air each night starting at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT with a second episode immediately following at 8:30 p.m., ET/PT. Tuesday’s episode will begin at 7:00 p.m., ET/PT followed by another episode at 7:30 p.m., ET/PT. Friday’s episode will begin at 2:00 p.m., ET/PT followed by another episode at 2:30 p.m.
HOPE FOR HAITI - SPECIAL PROGRAMMING!
In response to the devastating earthquake in Haiti, MTV Networks is presenting "Hope for Haiti," lead by George Clooney in Los Angeles, Wyclef Jean in New York City and CNN’s Anderson Cooper from Haiti. The two-hour telethon will be broadcast from New York City and Los Angeles, and will feature musical performances and celebrity appearances to be announced prior to the event, as well as live news reports from CNN. All proceeds will be split evenly among five relief organizations currently operating in Haiti: Oxfam America, Partners in Health, the Red Cross, UNICEF and Yele Haiti Foundation (www.yele.org –text to give at 501501). The two-hour global telethon airs commercial-free on Friday, January 22 at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT.
THE SINGING BEE - ALL NEW EPISODE!
Hosted by Melissa Peterman, new weekly one-hour episodes of THE SINGING BEE promise more laughs and excitement than ever before with new music selections and fierce competitors battling to win up to $10,000. Blending a mix of country music with popular favorites from other genres, THE SINGING BEE tests contestants’ knowledge of lyrics to well-known songs and those who fail to accurately sing the correct lyrics are eliminated from the competition. This all-new episode of THE SINGING BEE premieres at a new time this week, Friday, January 22 at 10:00 p.m., ET/PT, due to the “Hope for Haiti” telethon.
CMT TOP 20 COUNTDOWN - ALL NEW EPISODE!
CMT TOP 20 COUNTDOWN, a two and a half-hour weekly countdown show, delivers country music’s hottest artists and rising stars with interviews and world video premieres. Guest-hosted this week by Evan Farmer, don’t miss as he sits down with Laura Bell Bundy to talk about her debut video “Giddy On Up” and more. Tune in to see which artist will make it to the top spot on this all-new episode when it airs Saturday, January 23 at 11:00 a.m., ET/PT.
CMT INSIDER - ALL NEW EPISODE!
CMT INSIDER, the weekly magazine show that explores all things in the world of entertainment that interest the CMT audience, features star interviews and news, chart action, new CD releases, new videos along with what's new in movies, fashion and fun. This week, host Katie Cook celebrates success with some of country’s hottest stars. Come celebrate the kick-off of Brad Paisley’s “American Saturday Night” tour and Jason Aldean’s platinum record. Also on the show, catch an interview with Lady Antebellum as they talk about their upcoming album, Need You Now, hitting stores next week. Don’t miss highlights of Shania Twain guest-judging “American Idol” and visit Taylor Swift’s adopted hometown of Hendersonville, Tenn. when this all-new episode of CMT INSIDER premieres Saturday, January 23 at 1:30 p.m., ET/PT.
SOUTHERN FREID FLICKS: “Coyote Ugly”
Hazel Smith hosts SOUTHERN FRIED FLICKS, one part movie and one part cooking show. While Smith hosts the movie, she will also show you how to cook a real down home dish and give the latest scoop on your favorite country stars. This week “Coyote Ugly” is featured on SOUTHERN FRIED FLICKS. In this week’s film, “Coyote Ugly,” a young Violet Sanforn heads to New York to pursue her dream of becoming a songwriter. Her aspirations get sidelined by the accolades and notoriety she receives at her “day” job as a barmaid at Coyote Ugly. Starring Piper Perabo, Adam Garcia, Maria Bello, Melanie Lynskey and Izabella Miko, SOUTHERN FRIED FLICKS with Hazel Smith airs Saturday, January 23 at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT.
—WEEK OF JANUARY 25—
ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER? - ALL-NEW NASCAR & CELEBRITY WEEK!
Comedian Jeff Foxworthy hosts this new, fast-paced half-hour syndicated version of the atypical game show that measures adults' lack of knowledge – as revealed by how much they've forgotten since grammar school. Grownups find themselves in a classroom setting, revisiting their youth, as they tackle subjects they were taught years ago ranging from art to geography and math to social studies. In ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER?, however, the players are not alone and there is a way for contestants to "cheat" in this classroom. The adults have the opportunity to get some help – in the form of elementary advice from real 5th graders who always seem to know more than the contestants. Don’t miss this week as NASCAR celebrities are featured as contestants during the 8:00 p.m., ET/PT block (7:00 p.m. ET/PT on Tuesday) and television celebrities are featured as contestants during the 8:30 p.m., ET/PT block (7:30 p.m., ET/PT on Tuesday)!
The NASCAR line-up for ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5th GRADER? is as follows:
• Monday, 1/25 – David Ragan
• Tuesday, 1/26 – Michael Waltrip (7:00 p.m. ET/PT)
• Wednesday, 1/27 – Kurt Busch
• Thursday, 1/28 – Denny Hamlin
• Friday, 1/29 – Carl Edwards
The television celebrity line-up for ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER? is as follows:
• Monday, 1/25 – Brad Garrett
• Tuesday, 1/26 – Nick Lachey (7:30 p.m. ET/PT)
• Wednesday, 1/27 – Drew Lachey
• Thursday, 1/28 – Jillian Barberie-Reynolds
• Friday, 1/29 – Giuliana Rancic
New episodes featuring these NASCAR celebrities will air at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT, followed by a second episode featuring the television celebrities airing at 8:30 p.m., ET/PT.
THE SINGING BEE - ALL NEW EPISODE!
Hosted by Melissa Peterman, new weekly one-hour episodes of THE SINGING BEE promise more laughs and excitement than ever before with new music selections and fierce competitors battling to win up to $10,000. Blending a mix of country music with popular favorites from other genres, THE SINGING BEE tests contestants’ knowledge of lyrics to well-known songs and those who fail to accurately sing the correct lyrics are eliminated from the competition. This all-new episode of THE SINGING BEE premieres Friday, January 29 at 9:00 p.m., ET/PT.
CMT CRIBS - SEASON PREMIERE!
CMT CRIBS returns with an all-new season packed with the latest in luxury living, top of the line toys and the wildest whips on the road. We’re lounging in more homes of today’s hottest celebrities as this season takes us to new levels of country living. Don’t miss the season 3 premiere episode as we tour the homes of NFL’s Jarad Allen, Defensive End for Minnesota Vikings; AJ Hawk, Linebacker for Green Bay Packers; and Cortland Finnegan, Cornerback for Tennessee Titans. The season 3 premiere of CMT CRIBS airs Friday, January 29 at 10:00 p.m., ET/PT.
CMT’S #1 MUSIC AND A MOVIE: “Days of Thunder”
Blockbuster movies and the hottest country music come together again when CMT’s #1 MUSIC AND A MOVIE airs with “Days of Thunder” as the featured movie of the week. Hosted by CMT Radio personality Cody Alan, the segment is complete with No. 1 music videos and movie facts. The show also features musical guests and special interviews with stars from the movie of the week. In this week’s film, “Days of Thunder,” don’t miss an action drama about an ambitious young race car driver, set against the highly competitive and dangerous NASCAR racing circuit. Starring Tom Cruise, Robert Duvall, Nicole Kidman, Randy Quaid, and Cary Elwes, CMT’S #1 MUSIC AND A MOVIE featuring “Days of Thunder” premieres Sunday, January 31, at 2:30 p.m., ET/PT.
