NBC Shares THE MORE YOU KNOW Schedule For 1/29-2/25

By: Jan. 30, 2018
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NBC Shares THE MORE YOU KNOW Schedule For 1/29-2/25

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 to come this month:

"THE CHAMPION WITHIN"

"FATHER'S DAY (HOC212)"

ORIGINAL

02/03/2018 (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.

TV-G

"THE VOYAGER WITH JOSH GARCIA"

"MEDIEVAL MAGIC (VJG212)"

ORIGINAL

02/03/2018 (10:00AM - 10:30AM) (Saturday) : Dubrovnik, Croatia. Josh sails to the stunning, medieval city of Dubrovnik. He visits a silk museum where he learns about the little creature behind one of the city's most celebrated traditions. Next, Josh ventures into the turquoise waters of the Adriatic and discovers a seafood delicacy found only in this part of the world. Later, he explores the area's famous salt flats and uncovers the incredible history behind this prized commodity.

TV-G

"WILDERNESS VET"

"DOGS & HOGS (WDV212)"

ORIGINAL

02/03/2018 (10:30AM - 11:00AM) (Saturday) : Whether they bark or oink, dogs and pigs are considered to be some of the most loyal pets, that's why Dr. Oakley is so passionate about helping these animals. Be it regular checkups or answering emergency calls, knowing she can send her patients home wagging their tails, or squealing with delight, is the greatest gift she can receive.

TV-G

"JOURNEY WITH DYLAN DREYER"

"THE SURPRISE SALMON (JDD212)"

ORIGINAL

02/03/2018 (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.

TV-G

"NATURALLY, DANNY SEO"

"SQUARE ROOTS (NDS212)"

ORIGINAL

02/03/2018 (11:30AM - 12:00PM) (Saturday) : Danny reveals two ingredient dishes; upcycles old computer keyboards into modern art, and learns about vertical planting in Brooklyn.

TV-G

"GIVE"

"GIVE TO VETERANS FINDING THE WAY HOME (GBU122)"

02/03/2018 (12:00PM - 12:30PM) (Saturday) : Actor Wilmer Valderrama visits two Los Angeles-based organizations helping veterans recover from the wounds of war and find their footing in civilian life. The first organization, Pets for Vets, matches veterans struggling with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder with rescue dogs. Through personalized training, the vets and their pets learn to manage the physical and psychological effects of war and develop a "superbond" that supports them both for life. After a moving encounter with two veterans and their furry companions, Vilmer understands the significance of service animals in a new way and is determined to help the organization thrive. Before he awards them with a gift, however, he pays a visit to Team Rubicon, an organization that deploys vets as first responders in disaster zones. Tracking disasters in real time, Team Rubicon assembles teams of ex-military personnel to help save and repair lives at home and abroad. Members of Team Rubicon re-gain a sense of purpose in peacetime and re-connect with a community of veterans who support and understand them. Having seen the work of the organization up close, Wilmer wants to support them. In the end he divides a $50,000 gift from the Steven and Alexandra Cohen Foundation between the two organizations.

"GIVE"

"TBA"

02/10/2018 (09:00AM - 09:30AM) (Saturday) :

TV-G

"THE CHAMPION WITHIN"

"CHANGING THE COURSE (HOC213)"

ORIGINAL

02/10/2018 (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.

TV-G

"THE VOYAGER WITH JOSH GARCIA"

"TOKYO IN BLOOM (VJG213)"

ORIGINAL

02/10/2018 (10:00AM - 10:30AM) (Saturday) : Tokyo, Japan. Josh sails into Tokyo and sets out to discover the sights, sounds, and flavors of this world-class city. He learns the Japanese art of flower arrangement known as ikebana and enjoys authentic Tokyo-style sushi with a master class in creating this iconic dish. Later, Josh explores the ancient sounds of Japan by learning to play the powerful Taiko drums!

TV-G

"WILDERNESS VET"

"FARMYARD FRIENDS (WDV213)"

ORIGINAL

02/10/2018 (10:30AM - 11:00AM) (Saturday) : Farms in the Yukon offer a variety of patients for Dr. Oakley, and that means every day offers new challenges. From field surgeries to physical exams, these farm calls keep Dr. Oakley busy, and she knows the animals are relying on her to keep them happy and healthy.

TV-G

"JOURNEY WITH DYLAN DREYER"

"EXTREME CLIMATES (JDD213)"

ORIGINAL

02/10/2018 (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.

TV-G

"NATURALLY, DANNY SEO"

"VOLUNTEERING AT THE SHELTER (NDS213)"

ORIGINAL

02/10/2018 (11:30AM - 12:00PM) (Saturday) : Danny visits a pet shelter and shares tips on how to help our furry friends, makes a healthy sweet and savory go-to dish with orzo and then bowls us over with leaf creations.

TV-G

"THE VOYAGER WITH JOSH GARCIA"

"JAMAICAN ME HAPPY (VJG214)"

ORIGINAL

02/17/2018 (10:00AM - 10:30AM) (Saturday) : Ocho Rios, Jamaica. After arriving in Ocho Rios, Josh rafts down the picturesque Martha Brae River, marveling at the exotic jungle scenery. At a plantation, he learns about Jamaica's High Mountain coffee, following the java bean's journey from farm to cup. Later, Josh visits a famous jerk chicken restaurant, and explores the spicy flavors that make this iconic dish a world-wide favorite.

TV-G

"WILDERNESS VET"

"BABY FEVER (WDV214)"

ORIGINAL

02/17/2018 (10:30AM - 11:00AM) (Saturday) : It's birthing season in the Yukon, and that means Dr. Oakley's phone is ringing off the hook with calls asking for assistance with pregnant pets. For Dr. Oakley, being there for the first moments of a new animal's life is the greatest joy she gets to experience in her career.

TV-G

"JOURNEY WITH DYLAN DREYER"

"GREAT NORTH (JDD208)"

REPEAT

02/17/2018 (11:00AM - 11:30AM) (Saturday) : Join host Dylan Dreyer as she reveals the Far North as you have never experienced it before. We'll hear the stories and music of the native people, the Inuit and the Saami, who live on the roof of the world in Canada and Sweden. And we'll come face to face with the sacred animal heart of their lives; the caribou and the reindeer whose remarkable journey reveals the majestic Arctic landscape.

TV-G

"NATURALLY, DANNY SEO"

"HEIWA TOFU (NDS214)"

ORIGINAL

02/17/2018 (11:30AM - 12:00PM) (Saturday) : Danny meets with a tofu master, creates two ingredients dishes, shares easy ideas on how to save money, and shows us how to use lemons to brighten up our home.

TV-G

"GIVE"

"TBA"

02/17/2018 (12:00PM - 12:30PM) (Saturday) :

TV-G

"THE CHAMPION WITHIN"

"SUPPORT SYSTEMS (HOC214)"

ORIGINAL

02/17/2018 (12:30PM - 01:00PM) (Saturday) : The team component of golf is explored; Adam Scott's father reflects on his son's career on the PGA Tour. Lauren Thompson hosts.

TV-G

"GIVE"

"GIVE MOMENTS THAT MADE AN IMPACT (GBU125)"

02/24/2018 (09:00AM - 09:30AM) (Saturday) : Over the course of this season of GIVE, we've visited forty eight organizations and helped make life better for hundreds if not thousands of people. In every show, no matter the topic, what moves us most is the people we touched. Today on GIVE we revisit some of the great individuals we've met along the way, whose lives are enriched every day by organizations featured on the show.

"THE CHAMPION WITHIN"

"ICE IN THE VEINS (HOC208)"

REPEAT

02/24/2018 (09:30AM - 10:00AM) (Saturday) : An Olympic Luger explores her small town roots; NHL Star Nick Foligno is a captain on and off the ice. Lauren Thompson hosts.

TV-G

"THE VOYAGER WITH JOSH GARCIA"

"OLYMPIC-SIZED ADVENTURE (VJG215)"

ORIGINAL

02/24/2018 (10:00AM - 10:30AM) (Saturday) : Athens, Greece. Josh cruises to Athens to explore this ancient capital city. Upon arriving, he learns how traditional prayer beads have been transformed into a popular part of Greek culture, known as worry beads. Then, he travels to the countryside and makes a signature Greek dish using vegetables from the land. Josh's final excursion is a once-in-a-lifetime event as he meets an Olympian who teaches him to throw the javelin like a world-class athlete.

TV-G

"WILDERNESS VET"

"DANGEROUS JOBS (WDV215)"

ORIGINAL

02/24/2018 (10:30AM - 11:00AM) (Saturday) : As a wildlife vet, not every appointment happens in the safety of an office, and sometimes heading into the patient's world is the only option. For Dr. Oakley, who handles everything from feisty musk oxen to grumpy bears, every exam becomes a risky procedure.

TV-G

"JOURNEY WITH DYLAN DREYER"

"NORTH AMERICAN ADVENTURE (JDD209)"

REPEAT

02/24/2018 (11:00AM - 11:30AM) (Saturday) : Join host Dylan Dreyer on an exciting journey across North America. Traveling deep into the wilderness of Alaska, we'll come face to face with a new family of black bears. Then, we'll explore the incredible ecosystem of the Great Lakes and learn how biologists are protecting an ancient fish called sturgeon. Later, we'll visit the world famous geyser Old Faithful and experience the breathtaking beauty of Yellowstone National Park.

TV-G

"NATURALLY, DANNY SEO"

"VEESTRO (NDS215)"

ORIGINAL

02/24/2018 (11:30AM - 12:00PM) (Saturday) : Danny makes frozen treats, demonstrates a marbleizing effect to glamorize accessories, and works in a commercial vegetarian kitchen.

TV-G

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