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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5 [OAD 11/5/2012] – Marie Osmond talks Girls Get Curves: Geometry Takes Shape with four time best-selling author Danica McKeller, who is best known for her role as Winnie Cooper on “The Wonder Years.” Danica discusses the message she hopes her book sends to young girls about math and her new meditation and yoga DVD. Next, Marie welcomes Elle and Blair Fowler, the go- to girls for reliable reviews on all things beauty. The ladies share how they became a YouTube sensation and how they launched their very own makeup line. Emmy® nominated travel expert Laura McKenzie returns with her tips on traveling with kids. Laura shares the latest innovative products that will help make traveling a bit easier, like the Flyebaby and the SafetyTat. Lastly, country music star Jerrod Niemann gives a stellar performance of his latest single. Jerrod then chats with Marie about his upcoming album “Free the Music” and ends the show with an encore performance.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6 [0AD 11/6/2012] – Marie Osmond sits down to chat with her brother, Donny Osmond about their favorite characters from their variety show “Donny & Marie.” Donny shares a more personal side when he talks about his marriage to wife, Debbie and their children. He also introduces Dr. Hybertson, who discusses the benefits of Protandim, a supplement that helps Donny keep his energy up. Nutrition expert, Amy Hendel shows Marie how to avoid packing on the pounds during the holidays. From eating a small nutritious snack beforehand to using a teaspoon instead of a serving spoon to add gravy, dips and sauces to your plate, Amy offers her tips to keep from overindulging at parties and dinners. Next, actor Garret Dillahunt, star of Fox’s “Raising Hope” talks about what it’s like to work with Cloris Leachman and the varied roles he’s played over the years. Garret also shares how his brother inspired his acting career and offers his advice for the next generation. Born without arms and legs, Craig Dietz shares how his physical limitations haven’t stopped him from achieving some extraordinary things, including his recent 2012 swim at the Open Water Swim Conference. Craig also talks about his inspiration to become a motivational speaker and his plans for the future. Lastly, Marie welcomes Sadie, winner of the 2011 American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards, and her partner Agent Jerry Means, who talks about what Sadie does to fight arson and how she won the award.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7 – Marie Osmond welcomes the hilariously wonderful Fran Drescher star of “Happily Divorced” and everyone’s favorite nanny. Chef Jesse Brune, of OWN’s “Home Made Simple,” shares his suggestions of foods that can help boost your mood, recharge your love life and make you look younger. Chef Brune also shows Marie how to make his “fountain of youth” pom-blue smoothie. Next, Marie receives travel tips from travel expert Laura McKenzie, host of the Emmy®-nominated series “Laura Mckenzie’s Traveler.” From alerting credit card companies of your travel plans to buying insurance on no-refundable trips, Laura offers tips for the best travel experience. Lastly, Marie interviews teen philanthropist Mackenzie Bearup, who started a charity called Sheltering Books when she was 13. Now 19, Mackenzie discusses how her effort to provide literature to shelters has expanded worldwide.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8 [OAD 11/8/2012] – Marie Osmond sits down with Carnie Wilson to talk about her lifelong struggles with weight. Carnie explains why she decided to undergo gastric bypass surgery (more) HALLMARK CHANNEL / ‘MARIE’ – Lead Release – Page 2

and her decision to broadcast the surgery on the internet. She also shows Marie how to whip up her famous “fall to your knees mac and cheese.” Next, recycling expert Sonya Nimri demonstrates inexpensive ways to turn your old furniture into designer pieces, like turning old jeans into a patchwork pattern to spruce up an old headboard. Jason Gedrick, star of the Hallmark Channel Original Movie, “The Wishing Tree” drops by to chat about the new movie and his new role on Showtime’s “Dexter.” Jason also talks about being a father to three sons and what it’s taught him over the years. Lastly, Mac Powell, lead singer of the Grammy®-winning Christian rock band Third Day, performs a song off his new solo country album. He then sits down to talk about his decision to switch gears and record a country album and his work with the World Vision organization. Mac ends the show with an encore performance.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9 – Marie Osmond welcomes the star of the new Hallmark Channel Original Movie “I Married Who?” Kellie Martin. Kellie discusses everything from her role on “Life Goes On” to meeting her husband while attending Yale and even shows Marie how to make her favorite sugar-free muffins. Next, Marie and style expert Alison Deyette go over the common mistakes women make when buying a bra and offers tips for finding the right fit. “The Exes” star David Alan Basche stops by to talk about the hilarious comedy and why he had to learn a new language for the role. Lastly, Grammy®-winning gospel artist Jason Crabb performs his new single.

“Marie” is a one-hour weekday talk show hosted by international superstar Marie Osmond. The program airs MONDAY-FRIDAY (12 Noon-1 p.m. ET/PT) on Hallmark Channel. An encore presentation of a past episode airs MONDAY-FRIDAY (9a.m.-10a.m. ET/PT).

Jim Romanovich, David Martin and Kari Sagin are executive producers of “Marie.”

“Marie” is broadcast in 1080i, Hallmark Channel’s selected HD Format. This program carries a TV-G parental guideline.

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