CMT PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS 4-5-10
04/06/10
—WEEK OF APRIL 5—
ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER? - BACK-TO-BACK EPISODES WEEKNIGHTS!
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 air weeknights beginning at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT (7:00 p.m. ET/PT on Tuesday).
DREW HASTINGS: IRKED AND MIFFED - ENCORE PRESENTATION!
Deftly balancing a seemingly endless supply of angst with self-deprecating humor, Midwest cult favorite Drew Hastings certainly has a style of his own. Get to know the 6’6” tall comic as he demystifies middle-aged sex, what it’s like to live on a farm, and the American craze over prescription drugs. This encore presentation of DREW HASTINGS: IRKED AND MIFFED airs Wednesday, April 7, at 10:00 p.m., ET/PT.
GATOR 911 - CMT ORIGINAL PREMIERE!
GATOR 911 chronicles the adventures of Gary Saurage, conservationist and owner of the Texas-based adventure park, Gator Country, as he and his team work in dangerous waters to rescue gators from unusual places and deliver them to their new refuge. In the season premiere of GATOR 911, Gary and wranglers rescue a 300 lb alligator, an 8 ft. female gator protecting her nest, and Gator Country welcomes a new team member. The season premiere of GATOR 911 airs Friday, April 9, at 9:00 p.m., ET/PT.
DANGER COAST - CMT ORIGINAL PREMIERE!
DANGER COAST follows the dramatic exploits of Miami-Dade County's elite waterborne Marine Operations Bureau as they fight against overwhelming odds to selflessly protect the public at large, while risking their own lives. The waters off the coast of Miami are a fun place to play, but when emergencies happen the Miami-Dade Fireboats and their crews can be the difference between life and death. One crew gets the call to help a boy who has dislocated his elbow in a boating accident in one of the busiest channels in South Florida. Another crew responds to a call for a heart attack victim and must battle harsh sea conditions to save him. However, not all victims take the hazards of boating seriously, and one man thinks laughter is the best medicine when he slices his leg open on a propeller. But it’s no laughing matter when Fireboat 1 has to respond to a raging yacht fire and send one of its own into the heart of the blaze. Catch the season premiere of DANGER COAST on Friday, April 9, at 9:30 p.m., ET/PT.
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. Don't miss this week's TOP 20 COUNTDOWN as host Evan Farmer chats with country newcomer, Laura Bell Bundy and gets the latest details on her debut CD, Achin' and Shakin,' along with her breakthrough hit, "Giddy On Up." Plus, find out what life-changing career advice Justin Moore received from his dad and which country superstar is scheduled to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame soon. This all new episode of CMT TOP 20 COUNTDOWN airs Saturday, April 10 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. Hosted by Katie Cook, on this week’s show she sits down with Tim McGraw and gets the details on his newest children’s book Love Your Heart, inspired by his three daughters. Also on the show, catch a Skype interview with Jimmy Wayne as he hits the halfway point between Nashville and Phoenix for his “Meet Me Halfway” solo walk across America to raise awareness about homeless youth. This all new episode of CMT INSIDER premieres Saturday, April 10 at 1:30 p.m., ET/PT.
CMT’S #1 MUSIC AND A MOVIE: “The Great Outdoors”
Blockbuster movies and the hottest country music come together again when CMT’s #1 MUSIC AND A MOVIE airs with “The Great Outdoors” 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 “The Great Outdoors”, Big-hearted Chicago family man (John Candy) Chet has brought his family to a lakeside resort area, and although his wife and kids aren't quite as excited as he is, Chet has high hopes for the vacation. However, his optimism is sabotaged when his obnoxious brother-in-law Roman (Dan Aykroyd) drops in unexpectedly, along with his snooty, strange family. Starring John Candy and Dan Aykroyd, CMT’S #1 MUSIC AND A MOVIE featuring “The Great Outdoors” airs Sunday, April 11, at 2:00 p.m., ET/PT.
—WEEK OF APRIL 12—
ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER? - ENCORE PRESENTATION OF SOAPS 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. Episodes air weeknights beginning at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT (7:00 p.m. ET/PT on Tuesday).
GATOR 911 - ALL NEW EPISODE!
GATOR 911 chronicles the adventures of Gary Saurage, conservationist and owner of the Texas-based adventure park, Gator Country, who is on a mission to save alligators, whether they like it or not. Saurage and his team work together to rescue gators from unusual places and deliver them to their new refuge. The second episode proves that smaller gators are no easier to predict, as the team heads to a drainage pipe to rescue Tracy (a 6’4”, 64 lb gator) and a private eight-acre pond to capture Mozell (a 5’8” and 56 lb gator). Then the team heads to the unlikely location of a cowboy church restroom, where they find Lou (a 6’1”, 64 lb gator) who needs to be rescued. This second episode of GATOR 911 premieres Friday, April 16 at 9:00 p.m., ET/PT.
DANGER COAST - ALL NEW EPISODE!
DANGER COAST follows the dramatic exploits of Miami-Dade County's elite waterborne Marine Operations Bureau as they fight against overwhelming odds to selflessly protect the public at large, while risking their own lives. On the second episode of DANGER COAST, one crew responds to a call for a woman with a possible spine injury. The woman is on a boat in a crowded recreation area and the firefighters have to be careful during the transfer to Fireboat 1, where one false move could be disastrous. Another crew faces their biggest challenge yet when they are called to battle an explosive fire on a freighter over 200 feet long. And four men face death when their fishing boat capsizes, pulling them miles out to sea in over a thousand feet of water. Fireboat 1 rushes to the scene in an attempt to save their lives before it’s too late. Catch the second episode of DANGER COAST Friday, April 16, at 9:30 p.m., ET/PT.
SOUTHERN FRIED FLICKS: “Pure Country”
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. In this week’s film, “Pure Country,” Dusty Chandler is a super star in the country music world, but his shows have the style of a '70s rock concert. One day he takes a walk - out of his overdone concerts to find his real country roots. He's helped and hindered by friends and staff, but pushes on in his search for a real music style as well as a real romance. Starring George Strait, SOUTHERN FRIEND FLICKS with Hazel Smith airs Saturday, April 17, at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT.
