NBC Shares THE MORE YOU KNOW Schedule 3/5-4/1
By: Tori Hartshorn Mar. 07, 2018
NBC and Litton Entertainment, the preeminent independent producer of award-winning family programming, launch six original programs comprising The More You Know, NBC's all-new three hour Saturday programming block.
Each of the shows extends the iconic The More You Know brand to Saturday mornings on NBC television stations throughout the country telling inspiring stories about the environment, social change, health and wellness, and community engagement.
Check out what is coming up here:
"THE VOYAGER WITH JOSH GARCIA"
"ASIAN ADVENTURE (VGJ217)"
ORIGINAL
03/10/2018 (10:00AM - 10:30AM) (Saturday) : Josh rereads some of his favorite journal entries from his thrilling tour of Asia. In Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, he ventures into the lush rice fields, learning first-hand about the country's most important crop. In Shanghai, China, Josh discovers the city's hottest specialty, little pillows of joy called soup dumplings. Finally, in Taipei, Taiwan, Josh treks to a tea farm, learning about the labor and love needed to craft their signature oolong elixir.
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"WILDERNESS VET"
"OH DEER! (WDV217)"
ORIGINAL
03/10/2018 (10:30AM - 11:00AM) (Saturday) : With so many species of deer roaming the Yukon, no two encounters are ever the same. But whatever size, age, or color - these creatures can always rely on Dr. Oakley to be there when they need her.
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"JOURNEY WITH DYLAN DREYER"
"CLIMBING MOUNT KILIMANJARO (JDD211)"
REPEAT
03/10/2018 (11:00AM - 11:30AM) (Saturday) : Join host Dylan Dreyer on an epic adventure to the Roof of Africa. We'll follow a band of brave trekkers as they journey through rugged terrain and extreme conditions - to make it to the very top of Africa's highest point. Ranging in age from 12 to 64, our mountaineers climb through rainforests and arctic glaciers, all the while learning about the formation of the African continent and serving as inspirations to people of all ages.
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"NATURALLY, DANNY SEO"
"SPILLING THE BEANS (NDS217)"
ORIGINAL
03/10/2018 (11:30AM - 12:00PM) (Saturday) : Danny's spilling the beans on a protein rich super food, shows us HOW TO ROCK a cactus garden, and customizes chickpea dips that will please any crowd.
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"GIVE"
"GIVE TO FUTURE SCIENTISTS AND CHAMPIONS OF THE LAND IN COLORADO (GBU110)"
03/10/2018 (12:00PM - 12:30PM) (Saturday) : Jenna Bush Hager, NBC Host and Correspondent, goes to Colorado to visit two organizations teaching children and teens the importance - and joy - of caring for their environment. Using the story that she's there to film a documentary, Jenna begins her day with a visit to the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES) where kids study geology hands-on in a valley below Aspen's Maroon Bells mountains. Blown away by ACES' innovative approach to environmental education and commitment to making it available to all kids, Jenna is determined to help. Next, Jenna spends time with the Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers, who gets kids and teens to leave their screens behind and build a sense of responsibility and a reverence for nature as they clear hiking trails around Aspen. In the end, seeing that both organizations are worthy of support she divides a generous gift from the Environment Foundation between them.
"THE CHAMPION WITHIN"
"FLIGHT CLUB (HOC210)"
REPEAT
03/10/2018 (12:30PM - 01:00PM) (Saturday) : American Snowboarders and Skiers reach new heights with stories from the slopes; Olympic Gold Medalist Lindsey Vonn discusses her rise to become the best in her sport. Lauren Thompson hosts.
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"GIVE"
"GIVE HOPE TO KIDS IN NEED (GBU111)"
REPEAT
03/17/2018 (09:00AM - 09:30AM) (Saturday) :
"THE CHAMPION WITHIN"
"INSPIRE AND DESIRE (HOC211)"
REPEAT
03/17/2018 (09:30AM - 10:00AM) (Saturday) : Olympic Gold Medalist Maddie Bowman is inspired by her mother; American Skier Gus Kenworthy takes a life-changing trip to Uganda. Lauren Thompson hosts.
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"THE VOYAGER WITH JOSH GARCIA"
"VIKING TERRITORY (VJG208)"
REPEAT
03/17/2018 (10:00AM - 10:30AM) (Saturday) : Copenhagen, Denmark. After sailing to the storybook capital of Denmark, Josh visits a restaurant known for the country's national dish and learns to elevate the open face sandwich to a work of art. Then, he ventures out to sea and explores the massive wind turbines that help generate the city's power. For his final adventure, Josh travels back in time and helps to build a Viking ship, using the same materials as the historic Nordic warriors.
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"WILDERNESS VET"
"CALL OF THE WILD (WDV208)"
REPEAT
03/17/2018 (10:30AM - 11:00AM) (Saturday) : The most rewarding part of Dr. Oakley's job is being out in the field working with wild ANIMALS. That's why when calls start coming in asking for her to help with wildlife projects, Dr. Oakley jumps at the opportunity to get up close and personal with some amazing creatures.
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"JOURNEY WITH DYLAN DREYER"
"THE SURPRISE SALMON (JDD212)"
REPEAT
03/17/2018 (11:00AM - 11:30AM) (Saturday) : Join host Dylan Dreyer on a journey to the most active volcanoes of Alaska to explore a population of salmon unlike any other on Earth. Scientists have only just begun to piece together what might have happened nearly 2,000 years ago, when one race of salmon faced the destruction of their home river. Navigating through poison waters, bears, sharks and eagles, the fish escaped and found a new home near the heart of an active volcano.
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"NATURALLY, DANNY SEO"
"HARRY CONNICK, JR. (NDS208)"
REPEAT
03/17/2018 (11:30AM - 12:00PM) (Saturday) : Danny shares travel tips with HARRY Connick, Jr.; creates non-toxic slime using household ingredients, and makes a satisfying vegetarian ramen.
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"GIVE"
"GIVE TO PET OWNERS AND THEIR FURRY FRIENDS IN SOUTH LOS ANGELES (GBU112)"
03/24/2018 (09:00AM - 09:30AM) (Saturday) : Actress and blogger Jamie Chung goes to South Los Angeles to visit two organizations dedicated to the well being of our furry friends and their human families. Using the story that she's there doing research for her blog, Jamie begins her day with a visit to the Amanda Foundation, which rescues animals from shelters and provides free and low-cost medical care for pets in some of LA County's poorest communities. Inspired by the young volunteers she meets at Amanda Foundation - middle-schoolers who want to take care of animals and their neighborhoods as veterinarians one day - Jamie is determined to help. But first she pays a visit to Downtown Dog Rescue, an organization that helps homeless and low-income pet-owners keep and care for their four-legged loved ones with free medical and legal services, and an emergency kennel. At Downtown Dog Rescue, Jamie has an emotional encounter with a group of homeless pet-owners and their dogs. Seeing that both organizations are worthy of all the support she can give them, she divides a generous gift from the ASPCA between them.
"THE CHAMPION WITHIN"
"FATHER'S DAY (HOC212)"
REPEAT
03/24/2018 (09:30AM - 10:00AM) (Saturday) : NFL Quarterback Kirk Cousins opens up about his relationship with his father; An Olympic Bobsledder carries out her father's legacy. Lauren Thompson hosts.
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"THE VOYAGER WITH JOSH GARCIA"
"CARIBBEAN GEM (VJG210)"
REPEAT
03/24/2018 (10:00AM - 10:30AM) (Saturday) : Amber Cove, Dominican Republic. Josh spends the day ashore in Amber Cove exploring the Dominican Republic's national treasures. First, he discovers the natural wonder of amber, an indigenous gem that dates back millions of years. Next, he teams up with a local restaurateur and learns how to make sancocho, the island's epic national dish. Fascinated by the country's success in major league baseball, Josh visits a premier sports academy and trains with its heavy hitters.
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"WILDERNESS VET"
"BOVINE UNIVERSITY (WDV209)"
REPEAT
03/24/2018 (10:30AM - 11:00AM) (Saturday) : When cows are in trouble, Dr. Oakley is there on the double. From newly-born calves to large herds of cattle, there's no lengths she won't go to in order to help these amazing creatures.
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"JOURNEY WITH DYLAN DREYER"
"EXTREME CLIMATES (JDD213)"
REPEAT
03/24/2018 (11:00AM - 11:30AM) (Saturday) : Join host Dylan Dreyer as she explores some of the most intense and diverse environments on planet Earth. We'll travel through the jungles of Southeast Asia, across the deserts of Saudi Arabia, up the mountain peaks of Africa, and over the frozen tundras of Northern Sweden. Along the way, we'll meet the amazing people and incredible animals that live there - and learn what it takes to survive in the extreme climates of our world.
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"NATURALLY, DANNY SEO"
"CROFT ALLEY (NDS209)"
REPEAT
03/24/2018 (11:30AM - 12:00PM) (Saturday) : Danny shakes it up with to-go meals in a jar, reclaims old containers and turns them into new treasures, and visits with a chef whose simple dishes are making a big impact.
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"THE CHAMPION WITHIN"
"CHANGING THE COURSE (HOC213)"
REPEAT
03/31/2018 (09:30AM - 10:00AM) (Saturday) : Mixed Martial Artists try to master the game of golf; New Jersey Devils Center Brian Boyle overcomes a battle with cancer. Lauren Thompson hosts.
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"THE VOYAGER WITH JOSH GARCIA"
"SWEET PARADISE (VGJ218)"
ORIGINAL
03/31/2018 (10:00AM - 10:30AM) (Saturday) : Mallorca, Spain. Upon docking in the captivating Spanish island of Mallorca, Josh takes a scenic ride through the countryside on a one-of-a-kind wooden train built over a century ago. At a gourmet sausage lab, he learns how to make sobrasada, a world-famous Mallorcan delicacy. Later, Josh visits a historic bakery where he tries his hand at creating an ensaimada, the island's most beloved pastry.
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"WILDERNESS VET"
"CLAWS, PAWS, AND HOOVES (WDV218)"
ORIGINAL
03/31/2018 (10:30AM - 11:00AM) (Saturday) : Having a diversity of clients is what Dr. Oakley loves most about her job. She can be playing with puppies one minute, out in the field with wild wolverines the next, or simply working with pigs back at her office.
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"JOURNEY WITH DYLAN DREYER"
"OLD MAN RIVER (JDD214)"
ORIGINAL
03/31/2018 (11:00AM - 11:30AM) (Saturday) : Join host Dylan Dreyer on an epic adventure through the vast Delta of the Mississippi River. We'll travel from the Gulf of Mexico, to the famous city of New Orleans, up the banks of plantations, past enchanted swamplands full of alligators, and finally into cattle country. Along the way, we'll discover some of America's most impressive wildlife, most diverse habitats, and some of the most colorful people.
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"NATURALLY, DANNY SEO"
"AVOGANIC (NDS218)"
ORIGINAL
03/31/2018 (11:30AM - 12:00PM) (Saturday) : Danny visits an organic avocado farm, creates cauliflower cheddar bread, re-designs old plates, and shares the SECRETS of a DIY room freshener.
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"GIVE"
"GIVE TO HELP CHILDREN READ, WRITE AND GROW (GBU113)"
03/31/2018 (12:00PM - 12:30PM) (Saturday) : Jenna Bush Hager, NBC News Host and Correspondent, visits two New York City based organizations that use the power of books to bring about positive impacts in the academic and emotional lives of children and teens. Jenna's first stop is Pajama Program, which provides pajamas and books to thousands of children and teens around country who are living in shelters, orphanages, group homes and foster care. At the Pajama Program Reading Center in NYC, Jenna witnesses first hand how the simple act of reading feeds children's minds and fills them with security, comfort and love. Recognizing the profound significance of bedtime reading in the lives of her own children, Jenna is deeply moved and wants to help, but first she goes to see another organization in action. Created to answer the challenge of falling literacy rates in New York City's high-poverty schools, Behind the Book brings professional authors into Pre-K - 12th grade classrooms to conduct writing workshops that culminate in the publication of a book of student work. Energized by the passion she sees in the students, and impressed with the effectiveness of Behind the Book's method, Jenna must decide how to divide fifty thousand dollars between the two organizations. In the end, with the help of the GIVE panel, she finds a way to support them both.
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