or


[01/08/15 - 09:47 AM]
Discovery Life Channel Explores Lives in Transition with Transgender Series "New Girls on the Block," Premiering April 2
The six-part series will premiere on Discovery Life Channel on Thursday, April 2 at 10:00/9:00c.

[via press release from Discovery Life Channel]

DISCOVERY LIFE CHANNEL EXPLORES LIVES IN TRANSITION WITH TRANSGENDER SERIES "NEW GIRLS ON THE BLOCK," PREMIERING APRIL 2

-- Discovery Life Channel Begins January 15 on the Current Discovery Fit & Health Platform --

(Pasadena, Cal.) - Discovery Life Channel is proud to announce that NEW GIRLS ON THE BLOCK, previously announced under the working title Those Girls, will premiere on April 2. NEW GIRLS ON THE BLOCK follows a group of highly inspirational and entertaining women from Kansas City, Mo. - all friends, some couples - who just happen to be transgender. After years of struggling with their gender identities, they are finally finding themselves and learning what it means to be the women they always knew they were. Confronting issues with their relationships, their femininity, their families and friendships, NEW GIRLS ON THE BLOCK is an authentic look at lives in transition. The six-part series will premiere on Discovery Life Channel on Thursday, April 2 at 10/9c.

As the first series to embed with a real group of friends within the transgender community, NEW GIRLS ON THE BLOCK offers a transformative look at these women's lives as they navigate their daily struggles and successes. The series profiles cast members such as: couple Aiyana and Jamie who, following Jaime's departure from the military, face opposition to her participation in competitive triathalons as a woman; best girlfriends Kassidy and Chloe, who are navigating their transitions together and experiencing many firsts, including their first double date; married couple Macy and Sharon, who are still in love and trying to understand what Macy's recent transition means for their relationship; and Robyn and Andrew, best friends who fell in love after Robyn's transition and find themselves at odds over whether it's time to get engaged.

"Putting the real back in reality television, we are thrilled to introduce these lovable characters to our audience without a filter, serving as an inspiration to live our lives freely and full of humor, heart, and hope," said Jane Latman, general manager of Discovery Life Channel. "With NEW GIRLS ON THE BLOCK, Discovery Life Channel looks to provide a bridge to a world of acceptance of the transgender community through our honest portrayal - and entertaining look - at these women's lives."

NEW GIRLS ON THE BLOCK is produced by Conveyor Media in association with Reality Road. Jay James, Colin Whelan, Teri Rogers and Matt Antrim are executive producers. Caroline Gibbs, director of the Transgender Institute in Kansas City, serves as co-executive producer. For Discovery Life Channel, Julie Meisner Eagle is vice president of production, Jane Latman is general manager, and Henry Schleiff is Group President, Investigation Discovery, American Heroes Channel, Destination America, Discovery Family Channel, and Discovery Life Channel.

ABOUT DISCOVERY LIFE CHANNEL

On January 15, 2015, Discovery Fit & Health will become Discovery Life Channel - a network that embraces all of life's unplanned moments. Discovery Life brings viewers a kaleidoscope of human emotions and experiences through the true stories of ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances. From critical turning points to unexpected moments, Discovery Life tackles life's surprising twists and turns. The network will be under the purview of Henry Schleiff, Group President of Investigation Discovery, American Heroes Channel, Destination America, Discovery Family Channel, and Discovery Fit & Health, with Jane Latman as General Manager. Discovery Life Channel is part of Discovery Communications (Nasdaq: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK), the world's #1 pay-TV programmer reaching nearly 3 billion cumulative subscribers in 220 countries and territories.





  [january 2015]  
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
    


· NEW GIRLS ON THE BLOCK (DLC)





[01/29/25 - 11:44 AM]
"Little House on the Prairie," A Reimagining of the Laura Ingalls Wilder Book Series, Is Coming to Netflix
Part family drama, part survival tale, and part origin story, the series will offer a kaleidoscopic view of the struggles and triumphs of those who shaped the American West.

[01/29/25 - 11:08 AM]
"Last Week Tonight with John Oliver" Returns February 16
The weekly series has received 30 Emmys since its premiere in 2014.

[01/29/25 - 11:02 AM]
Discovery Channel February Programming Highlights
Highlights include new installments of "Contraband: Seized at the Border" and "Destinations of the Damned with Zak Bagans" plus "Puppy Bowl XXI."

[01/29/25 - 10:41 AM]
Awesomeness TV Lands the Rights to "That Friend," from Comedian and Digital Star Sabrina Brier
Set against the vibrant, Gen Z-driven energy of New York City, the upcoming series will follow a 20-something aspiring influencer as she navigates the chaos of building her podcast while balancing life with her three best friends, coping with a dwindling bank account, and chasing her dreams of making it big.

[01/29/25 - 10:30 AM]
Video: "Deli Boys" - Official Teaser - Hulu
Things are about to get messy. Stream "Deli Boys" on March 6, only on Hulu.

[01/29/25 - 10:19 AM]
CBS' "FBI" Tuesday Up from Its Season Average
The flagship "FBI" averaged 8.36 million Live+SD viewers, up +1% from its STD average (8.31 million viewers).

[01/29/25 - 09:02 AM]
Video: "Hot Wheels Let's Race" Season 3 Trailer - Netflix Jr
Coop and his friends have trained for this moment their whole lives. Now, three epic races will decide who wins the Hot Wheels City Ultimate Garage!

[01/29/25 - 09:02 AM]
"Live with Kelly and Mark" Skyrockets to Season Highs in All Key Measures Earning Best Total Viewer Audience and Household Rating in Nearly a Year
The show earned its best Total Viewer audience (2.52 million) and its best Household numbers (1.68 rating) in nearly a year.

[01/29/25 - 09:01 AM]
Jazwares Goes Deeper Into the Upside Down with Netflix's "Stranger Things" to Launch All-New Toy Line
Jazwares will launch a robust product line inspired by the show's beloved characters and themes from the highly anticipated "Stranger Things 5" season and its animated series spinoff currently in the works.

[01/29/25 - 09:00 AM]
"Survivor" Announces the 18 New Castaways Competing on the 48th Edition with a Two-Hour Season Premiere on Wednesday, Feb. 26
The trailblazing reality series, which shifts to 90-minute weekly episodes beginning Wednesday, March 5 at 8:00 PM, returns with a bold new group of competitors, inspired gameplay and momentous tribal councils.

[01/29/25 - 09:00 AM]
Video: Official Trailer Released for Clever Crime Comedy "Ludwig" Starring David Mitchell
The detective show broke viewership records out of the UK, with more than 9.5 million viewers and a second season already confirmed.

[01/29/25 - 08:45 AM]
Prime Video Orders Megan Park Drama Sterling Point to Series
Park created the series and will also direct, executive produce, and co-showrun alongside Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage.

[01/29/25 - 08:22 AM]
Suspenseful Whodunnit Series "Who Shot Otto Mueller?" Makes Exclusive US Debut Thursday, February 13, 2025 on Viaplay
This twisty contemporary thriller, which received a Best International Series nomination at Geneva International Film Festival, explores the deadly consequences of family secrets, betrayal, and revenge, all while testing the limits of loyalty and justice.

[01/29/25 - 08:00 AM]
Special Performances to Highlight "The 67th Annual Grammy Awards" Include a Star-Studded Salute to the Life and Legacy of Quincy Jones, Tributes Celebrating the City of Los Angeles and Annual in Memoriam Segment
Brad Paisley, Brittany Howard, Coldplay's Chris Martin, Cynthia Erivo, Herbie Hancock, Jacob Collier, Janelle MonĂ¡e, John Legend, Lainey Wilson, Sheryl Crow, St. Vincent and Stevie Wonder are set to appear.

[01/29/25 - 07:39 AM]
Lesley Manville and Tim McMullan to Return for "Marble Hall Murders"
This is a follow-up to the critically acclaimed fan-favorites "Magpie Murders" and "Moonflower Murders," which premiered on "Masterpiece" in 2022 and 2024, respectively.