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Chasing Tail on History, recaps for “Deer Camp,” “No Smoking”

April 13, 2013 Barb Oates

You can see how people wonder if Chasing Tail on History is for real, as the idea of an open hunting season taking place in some of the wealthiest residential neighborhoods in Connecticut certainly seems farfetched. But, Chasing Tail (Thursdays at 10pm ET on History) is indeed real for upscale Connecticut neighborhoods that have been overrun by white-tail deer. The show’s website lists that in Connecticut alone there are an estimated 18,000 deer killed in vehicle collisions along roadways each year. That averages out to 49 crashes per day caused by deer, which result in some $28 million in damage. […]

History responds to Satan/Obama controversy in “The Bible”

March 18, 2013 Ryan Berenz

History channel’s response to critics and commentators who’ve remarked that the character of Satan resembles President Obama in “The Bible” miniseries. SEE ALSO: ‘The Bible’: Does devil character in History Channel show look like President Obama? ‘The Bible’: Satan Actor Looks Like Obama In History Channel Miniseries RELATED: “The Bible”: History channel brings scripture to the screen HISTORY statement: “HISTORY channel has the highest respect for President Obama. The series was produced with an international and diverse cast of respected actors. It’s unfortunate that anyone made this false connection. HISTORY’s ‘The Bible’ is meant to enlighten people on its rich […]

“The Bible Experience” comes to New York March 20-27

March 17, 2013 StayTuned Staff

You certainly don’t have to be a biblical scholar to be a fan of History’s blockbuster drama series The Bible — which continues tonight at 8pm ET — but those who are of the more studious persuasion will be happy to hear about a chance to see some rare biblical artifacts in real life. Bible producers Mark Burnett and Roma Downey are teaming with the Green Family Private Collection to bring The Bible Experience — which includes a stunning array of rarely seen and priceless artifacts, as well as production photos from the series. Normally seen at the Vatican, this […]

“Vikings”: Jessalyn Gilsig goes from “Glee” to History epic

March 14, 2013 StayTuned Staff

“Vikings” airs 10pm ET Sundays on History. As Vikings continues its blockbuster run on History, one character that will continue her rise to the forefront is Siggy, the enigmatic wife of the ruthless Earl Haraldson (Gabriel Byrne). Jessalyn Gilsig brings the same intensity to the role that she did her memorable turns as unbalanced femme fatales in Glee and Nip/Tuck. But while Siggy’s actions may be as extreme as some of those characters, she seems to be far more in control of her mental faculties than Terri or Gina. Gilsig spoke about how she sees Siggy’s character developing, and what […]

“Vikings”: History channel gives new perspective on Norse culture

March 1, 2013 StayTuned Staff

“Vikings” premieres Sunday, March 3, at 10pm ET on History. Vikings have gotten a bad rap. So says Michael Hirst, creator and writer on History’s epic nine-part series Vikings, which explores the complex society of the Norseman as it was near the end of the eighth century. Yes, the Vikings were often large, hulking figures who specialized in violent conquests of neighboring lands while taking pillaging and plundering to new heights. But they were merely surviving in a violent world, and their story hasn’t fully been told, Hirst says, because the Vikings themselves never told it. “We’ve always represented the […]

“The Bible”: History channel brings scripture to the screen

February 25, 2013 Ryan Berenz

“The Bible”: History channel brings scripture to the screen in a 10-hour, five-part docudrama miniseries premiering Sunday, March 3. If you’ve been putting off reading the Bible and waiting for the movie, your time is up. History presents the ambitious 10-hour, five-week miniseries The Bible, dramatizing the most famous tales from the Good Book beginning with Genesis and ending with Revelation. Stories depicted include the Garden of Eden, Noah and the Flood, the Exodus, David and Goliath, and the Gospels. The series concludes on Easter with the story of the Crucifixion, Resurrection, Ascension and prophecy of the Second Coming of […]

Thanksgiving TV marathons 2012

November 15, 2012 Jeff Pfeiffer

Updated Nov. 20, 2012, 9:39am CT As if overdoing it on your dinner isn’t enough on Thanksgiving, TV networks also give you plenty of opportunities to overindulge in many of your favorite movies and shows by airing marathons of all sorts over the Thanksgiving weekend. This year is no exception. Here is some of what various networks have on the menu in terms of Thanksgiving TV marathons in 2012 (all times ET): NCIS “Best of Season 3” Marathon — Nov. 21 from 6am-11pm on USA Network. “Gone With the Wednesday” Marathon — Nov. 21 at 10am-Nov. 22 at 6am on […]

History’s “Mankind” tells the epic tale of human history

November 13, 2012 Jeff Pfeiffer

History has certainly embarked upon a program worthy of its network name with its new 12-hour, six-night event series Mankind The Story of All of Us. Following in the wake of its successful America The Story of Us, this series takes the same approach, but — as its title suggests — expands its canvas to a much wider subject: nothing less than the history of the human race. Starting, indeed, as far back as the Big Bang and explaining how conditions on our planet became just right for our species to develop, the series fast-forwards to the first humans and […]

Two new cable documentaries examine Hurricane Sandy

November 12, 2012 Jeff Pfeiffer

It was the largest Atlantic hurricane on record, and it’s doubtful that anyone who either lived through it, or witnessed images and video of its startling devastation from afar, will ever forget Hurricane Sandy, which was eventually upgraded to a “superstorm” as it progressed through the Caribbean and up into the United States East Coast. Over 100 people were killed in the U.S. alone, and millions were left without power (thousands are still without power in the U.S. two weeks after the storm). The storm will surely be studied and talked about for a long time, including in two documentaries […]

History to honor Neil Armstrong, Apollo 11 mission

August 27, 2012 StayTuned Staff

In honor of the passing of Neil Armstrong, whose first step on the lunar surface marked a “giant leap for mankind,” History plans to air a full day of programming about the astronaut and the Apollo 11 mission that first brought humankind to the moon. Beginning at 8am ET, the stunt will take viewers on a multi-perspective trip through the pivotal years of Armstrong’s career, and in particular the mission for which his name became synonymous. The event launches with Failure Is Not an Option, based on Mission Control Flight Director Gene Kranz’s best-selling book. (Movie fans will remember Ed Harris’ […]