Bangkok--22 May--Weber Shandwick
The following episodes will premier in the month of May, and are part of the National Geographic Channel’s specially produced series to help its viewers ‘Think Again’.
The National Geographic Channel: UBC 24
NAKED SCIENCE
Naked Science series, a new series digs beneath the surface of some of the most fascinating scientific subjects and mysteries of our time. With contributions from some of the world’s foremost scientists, the series examines the newest scientific developments and theories and uses moving human-interest stories, personal experiences and the latest computer-generated graphics to bring a range of science subjects vividly to life.
NAKED SCIENCE: SUPER VOLCANOES
Monday, May 22 @ 21:00 BKK
Super volcanic eruptions are a part of earth's geologic past, the last super volcanic eruption occurred in Toba, Indonesia 74,000 years ago. In the last 30 years, North American scientists have discovered that an active super volcano exists under Yellowstone National Park. What would happen if the Yellowstone super volcano were to erupt? Naked Science breaks down the eruption step by step and reveals the dramatic effects of a super eruption. What is it that makes super volcanoes, like Yellowstone, so explosive? Would there be any warning before a super-eruption? Would we be able to stop it?
NAKED SCIENCES - BERMUDA TRIANGLE
Monday, May 29 @ 21:00 BKK
Explore the legend of the Bermuda Triangle, the mysterious region stretching from Miami, north to Bermuda and south to Puerto Rico that has captured the public imagination with tales of vanishing ships and aircraft. People have been reporting strange happenings in the Bermuda Triangle for centuries, but the legend really hit the headlines with the tragic loss of Flight 19. In the closing days of 1945, this training flight of five Avenger bombers, with 14 naval aviators on board, left the runway at Fort Lauderdale airport and never returned. Naked Science investigates the story of Flight 19, the greatest story of the Bermuda Triangle legend, by re-flying the exact route in a vintage Avenger bomber. Will we face the same instrument trouble and confusion that struck the Flight 19?
ABOUT ASIA
ZHANG ZIYI: CREATIVE ASIAN BEAUTY
Monday, May 22 @ 19:00 BKK
Chinese actress Zhang Ziyi has become one of the most recognized faces in global entertainment. This program captures the 60 days of Zhang Ziyi during her stay in Japan, revealing the unknown charm of this 25-year-old Asian beauty with an upbeat determination to extend her repertoire.
Zhang Ziyi recently starred in a series of hit action movies, including the blockbuster hits HERO and LOVERS. Seeking to expand her experience in film genres, she is set to star in an operetta titled Tanuki Goten ("Princess Raccoon"), based on the movie of the same name that took the world by storm with its song and dance scenes. Director and 81-year-old film master Seijun Suzuki chose his heroine with the objective of developing a new type of actress not embroiled in Hollywood.
ROUGH TRADES
Get ready to meet adrenaline addicts from around the world - the only people crazy enough to take on the world's roughest trades. They're the people who ignore all good advice, and head straight for the danger zone: handling man eaters, battling the forces of nature, balancing high level explosives or travelling at break neck speeds - all in the name of a living!
ROUGH TRADES (17)
Friday, May 26 @ 21:30 BKK
Some people have to work hard for the benefit and enjoyment of others and that's what our three rough trades are all about in this show. Just outside of London in the UK are a group of pyrotechnic wizards who work with high explosives to put the 'Special' into Effects. In Paris, France the hard work of a team of maintenance specialists keeps the most famous landmark in tiptop condition and the 10,000 bulbs shining bright for thousands of visitors. In Hong Kong a South African horse racing jockey champion has found a place where he can earn mega-money while others have a flutter on him in the hope of cashing in on his abilities in an industry worth millions.
For more information, please contact:
National Geographic Channel Asia Weber Shandwick Thailand
Ritthichart Silaraks Neal McCarthy, Managing Director
Sr. Manager — Distribution & Sarinya Sarasuddhi, Consultant
Network Development Tel: +662 287 1000 ext. 238, 234
Tel. +852 2621 8890 [email protected]
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