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Program Guide

Week 35 Sunday August 24th, 2014

5:20 am Latin American News - News via satellite from Television National de Chile, in Spanish, no subtitles.

5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.

7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.

8:00 am Maltese News - News from Public Broadcasting Services Limited, Malta, in Maltese, no subtitles.

8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.

9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.

9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.

10:15 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.

11:00 am Hungarian News - News via satellite from Duna TV (DTV) Budapest, in Hungarian, no subtitles.

11:30 am Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

12:00 pm Rhod Gilbert's Work Experience - Firefighter - Stand-up comedian Rhod Gilbert gets a proper job and this week he's on emergency call with the Fire Brigade. Find out if he can stand the heat or whether he will he melt under the pressure. (Part 4 of 4) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG

12:30 pm Rhod Gilbert's Work Experience - Teacher - Rhod Gilbert leaves his regular job as a stand-up comedian to try out four new ones. He goes back to school as he joins the staff of Monnow Primary School near Newport. As he gets to grips with his new job of primary school teacher, will Mr Gilbert impress his pupils and pass with distinction, or will he be sent to the bottom of the class? (Part 1 of 4) (From the UK) (Documentary/Entertainment) (Rpt) PG

Sunday August 24th, 2014

1:05 pm Kung Fu Kitchen - Kung Fu Tea: China - This action-packed culinary series delves into the highly disciplined cooking methods of some of Asia's best-known dishes. From knife- juggling in Japanese teppanyaki to the acrobatics of kung fu tea in China, a group of novice chefs are stretched to the limit as they have to learn brand new food preparation techniques in a matter of days. (From Singapore, in English) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC

1:30 pm The Wild - Deer - This unique culinary road series features chef Martin Picard and his sous-chef friend Hugue Dufour as they take a journey across Quebec to discover typical dishes from a whole new perspective. In this episode, Martin and Hugue go deer hunting in Quebec's eastern townships, but this time, they're hunting with crossbows, not guns. (From Canada, in English) (Food Series) (Rpt) PG

2:00 pm Foodie Planet - Destination Saint-Tropez - Globetrotting French gourmet Julie Andrieu takes a culinary tour of some of the world's most interesting and scenic places. In this episode, Julie travels to the legendary destination of Saint-Tropez, a name synonymous with parties, pétanque and pastries, above all the ‘tropézienne’ tart, so dear to Brigitte Bardot. This is the village of many faces, which balances luxury with tradition and jetsetters with backpackers. (From France, in French) (Food Series) (Rpt) PG

3:00 pm Vs. Arashi - In this highly physical game and variety show, Japanese pop idols Arashi pit their wits, strength and courage against a different team of entertainers or sportspeople every week. The battles are intense as the teams compete for points and very cool prizes. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Entertainment Series) G **New Episode**

4:00 pm SBS PopAsia - Features back-to-back videos from artists across Asia and all the latest news and interviews from the Korean, Japanese, Mandarin and Cantonese pop scenes. (An SBS Production) (Entertainment Series) PG

6:00 pm Parks And Recreation - Leslie's House - Did Leslie abuse her power by bringing in community centre teachers to her house to help throw a dinner party to impress her new suitor? (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG

6:25 pm India's Dancing Superstar - India’s Dance Superstar is the ultimate dance battle between the nation’s best dancers, as they perform to win the hearts of the country, with their superlative talent. The show’s philosophy is simple: dance is an expression of emotion and so everybody who has a passion for dance is welcome to perform on the show. Showcasing the best solo dancers and groups, covering all styles from Bollywood to hip-hop, and contemporary to Latin. Judges include Ashley Lobo, who trained at Sydney Dance Company, Choreographer Geeta Kapur, and actor Riteish Deshmukh. (From India, in Hindi & English) (Entertainment) G CC **New Episode**

7:30 pm If You Are The One - With a viewing audience of up to 50 million per episode, this popular Chinese dating show is a cultural phenomenon. A lone male suitor has to impress a panel of 24 single women, who can then register their interest or disinterest in the man through the use of their podium lights. Popular host Meng Fei oversees the action in front of a large studio audience. (From China, in Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) G **New Episode**

Sunday August 24th, 2014

8:30 pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine - Halloween - It’s Halloween night, a busy time of the year for any police precinct. Amy detests the holiday, and is not thrilled when she has to don a costume to go undercover on street patrol with Charles. Back at the precinct, Jake bets Captain Holt that he can steal his Medal of Valor before midnight, which results in him bringing out some costumes of his own. (From the US) (Comedy Series) PG CC **Encore**

9:00 pm Legally Brown - The government has enforced a racial diversity program by assigning people with ‘a token brown friend’ and Nazeem takes to the streets in a social experiment to test the program. Muslim Shore returns and the house is rocked by the arrival of male model Brad. It’s hijab honey Lamees versus convert Michelle in a battle of #FlirtToConvert. Undeterred by the lack of enthusiasm his burqa-inspired garments have attracted from journalist Paula Joye and lingerie designer Annalise Braakensiek, Uncle Sam takes his halal fashion to the streets. Imran Farook gets deep and meaningful with Gary Busey in Hollywood. (Commissioned by SBS) (Comedy Series) PG CC **Encore**

9:30 pm - Ginger Cow - Cartman's latest prank has brought about the necessary spiritual conditions for world peace. Religious leaders descend upon South Park to witness a Biblical prophecy that has been fulfilled. Cartman and Kyle are the only two at odds as the world embarks upon a thousand years of peace and harmony. (From the US) (Animated Comedy Series) (Rpt) M(A,L) CC

9:55 pm Live At The Electric - Russell Kane is back for another week to rock your TV off its stand with his troupe of the finest, freshest comedians around. This week Sharonetti is attracted to Daveutio’s uselessness in The Only Way Is Shakespeare, the youth club receive some job interview practice from Pete Swivel and Latin lothario Antonio discovers a love for all things equestrian. (From the UK) (Comedy Series) M(S,A,L) **New Episode**

10:30 pm Movie: The Lookout - A major police operation to take down a notorious gang of bank robbers goes horribly wrong when a rooftop sniper opens fire, killing several police officers and causing an explosive distraction in which the robbers make their getaway. Commissioner Mattei launches a large-scale manhunt for the sniper and his team, and is thrown into the seedy Parisian underworld of criminals and fallen souls. (From France, in French) (Movie) (Action) MAV(N,V) **Premiere**

12:05 am Russell Howard's Good News - Popular comedian Russell Howard offers up his unique perspective on the news stories that have dominated the media over the past seven days (From the UK) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) M (S,N,L)

12:40 am Movie: Worlds Apart - Based on a true story, a young girl is torn between her conscience, religion and passion when she is forced to make a choice between her faith and her feelings for a man who does not belong to her family's church, the Jehovah's Witnesses. Nominated for three Bodil Awards in 2009, including Best Film. Directed by Niels Arden Oplev and stars Rosalinde Mynster, Pilou Asbæk and Jens Jørn Spottag. (From Denmark, in Danish) (Drama) (2008) (Rpt) M (A,L)

Monday August 25th, 2014

2:50 am CCTV News In English From Beijing - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV), the nation's largest national broadcasting network.

5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.

5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

Monday August 25th, 2014

EASTERN STATES SCHEDULE (NSW, ACT, VIC, QLD & TAS) 7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.

7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.

8:00 am Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.

8:55 am FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup 2014 - Final: Live coverage of the 2014 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Final in Canada. **Live**

11:15 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

SOUTH AUSTRALIA & NORTHERN TERRITORY

7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.

7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.

8:00 am Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

8:25 am FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup 2014 - Final: Live coverage of the 2014 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Final in Canada. **Live**

10:45 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.

11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

6:55 am FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup 2014 - Final: Live coverage of the 2014 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Final in Canada. **Live**

9:15 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.

9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.

10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.

11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

Monday August 25th, 2014 ALL MARKETS REJOIN 11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

12:00 pm Chinese News - News via satellite from CCTV Beijing, in Mandarin, no subtitles.

12:30 pm Korean News - News via satellite from YTN Korea, in Korean, no subtitles.

12:55 pm Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.

1:35 pm German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.

2:05 pm Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.

3:05 pm Greek News - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.

4:00 pm Ninja Warrior - Witness as the toughest competitors from around the world attempt to prevail over the most diabolical Japanese obstacle course ever created and strive for true ninja greatness. (From Japan, in English and Japanese) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

4:25 pm Iron Chef – Yam - Chefs from all over the world come to Kitchen Stadium to do culinary battle with one of Chairman Kaga's "Iron Chefs." Both the challenger and the Iron Chef have one hour to prepare a meal in which each course must prominently include the featured ingredient for that day's show. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Food/Entertainment) (Rpt) G

5:15 pm Massive Moves - Calgary Colossus - Teams of engineers and truckers face some daunting challenges as they transport monstrous structures that were never meant to leave their foundations. A family in Alberta call in the heavy haulers to truck a 70 year old craftsman's cottage to their new farmyard in the shadow of the mighty Rockies. (From the UK) (Documentary) G CC **New Episode**

5:40 pm Massive Moves - Rural Retreat - Chuck and Dianne Goldade have lived in their retirement hide-away for almost 8 years. It's a beautiful rural retreat with spacious rooms and a homely atmosphere. But in stands bang in the middle of a new housing development and the diggers are at the door. So this house is making the 9km trek to the wide-open spaces of De Winton. To haul the home the Goldades have turned to Alberta's finest building mover Dwayne McCann and his crew. Will this idyllic retreat survive its treacherous trek across the construction site? (From the UK) (Factual Entertainment) G CC **New Episode**

6:05 pm 30 Rock - St. Valentine's Day - Liz has a disastrous first date with Dr. Baird on Valentine’s Day, Elisa makes Jack go to church with her before their date, and Kenneth gets a date with a blind woman. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG(S)

Monday August 25th, 2014

6:30 pm Mythbusters - Mailbag Special - The Mythbusters receive a lot of mail, and this episode is dedicated to answering as many viewer questions as possible. In the course of this crazy correspondence catch-up, the team answers almost 20 separate queries, mini-myth requests, concerns and criticisms. Adam also plays quizmaster as the gang is tested on their knowledge of the show, and we get a look behind the curtains to see how the camera crew record an explosion. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG CC

7:30 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)

8:00 pm 30 Rock - The Ballad of Kenneth Parcell - Liz searches for a new best friend after a fight with Jenna, Jack replaces Kenneth and his fellow pages with computers, and Grizz and Dot Com help Tracy find something to live for. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG(S)

8:30 pm Movie: A Happy Event - Barbara, a beautiful student completing her degree, and Nicolas, a charming clerk in a video store, meet and quickly begin a passionate romance that grows into relationship bliss. Their honeymoon period seems to have no end, from extravagant dinners to meeting friends and making a home together. They are shocked to discover that Barbara is pregnant one day, and with cautious enthusiasm they await their first child together. But what begins as a life step quickly puts unexpected strains on their relationship, as the young lovers' lives are turned upside down by raising a baby. (From France, in French) (Movie) (Drama) MA(S) **Premiere**

10:30 pm South Park - Timmy - A handicapped boy's arrival in class leads to protest. Meanwhile, the boys are diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder and as a result are heavily medicated. (From the US) (Animated Comedy Series) (Rpt) M(A) CC

11:00 pm Pizza World Record - The boys arrive back in Australia and fly to Uluru to deliver the pizza to Davo Dinkum and Bobo on top of the rock. But they hit a snag, the rangers at the National Park at Uluru won't let them in. Stars Paul Fenech, Tahir Bilgic and Kevin Taumata. (Commissioned by SBS) (Comedy Series) (Final) (Rpt) M (D,A,S) CC

11:30 pm The Sarah Silverman Program - Vow Wow - Sarah mocks the institution of marriage by announcing that she and her dog, Doug, are engaged. (From the US) (Comedy Series) PG(S,A) **New Episode**

12:00 am The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)

12:30 am Frisky Dingo - Differences Are Put Slightly Aside - Killface and Xander track Wendell, who, in more ways than one, is riding Cody II to the Annihilatrix. The Deceptacles tend to "more important matters." (From the US) (Animation Series) (Rpt) MAV(S,V)

Monday August 25th, 2014

12:45 am Comedy Bang! Bang! - Aziz Ansari Wears a Charcoal Blazer - An elite team is dispatched inside Scott to cure his cold while he interviews Aziz Ansari and craft services coordinator Fabrice Fabrice (Nick Kroll). (From the US) (Comedy/Sketch Series) (Rpt) M(L)

1:15 am Movie: Inside Ring - The Malakian clan, a family of ruthless gangsters, controls the underworld of Southern France. At its head, the violent godfather Milo Malakian rules his world with an iron fist. His son and heir, Anton, dreams of breaking free and making his own choices. But to escape, not only does Anton have to counter his own destiny, but also the man who has sworn to bring his father down. Directed by Laurent Tuel and stars Jean Reno, Gaspard Ulliel and Vahina Giocante. (In French, English subtitles) (Drama) (2009) (Rpt) M (A,S,V)

3:00 am RT News In English From Moscow - RT from Moscow delivers the latest news and current affairs from around the world including special reports and entertainment news.

Tuesday August 26th, 2014

5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.

5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.

7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.

8:00 am Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.

9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.

9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.

10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.

11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

12:00 pm Chinese News - News via satellite from CCTV Beijing, in Mandarin, no subtitles.

12:30 pm Korean News - News via satellite from YTN Korea, in Korean, no subtitles.

12:55 pm Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.

1:35 pm German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.

2:05 pm Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.

3:05 pm Greek News - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.

4:05 pm Ninja Warrior - Witness as the toughest competitors from around the world attempt to prevail over the most diabolical Japanese obstacle course ever created and strive for true ninja greatness. (From Japan, in English and Japanese) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

4:30 pm Iron Chef - Quail - In each episode of this cult cook-off series one of the Iron Chefs is challenged by a guest chef and their skills are put to the test. The ingredients are unconventional; the preparations are sheer genius. (From Japan, English narration) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC

Tuesday August 26th, 2014

5:20 pm Massive Moves - Halifax's Historic House - Halifax is growing fast, and this Eighteenth Century building has to make way for the expansion and development of the city. But as the old has to make room for the new, a group of volunteers, headed by Phil Pacey and Kim Thompson, have found some new room for the old: 4km away, down by the seafront. They’ve drafted in Brad Ruston to guide the house there, but will the ancient, 100 ton structure hold together while negotiating its way through a crowded, modern city? (From the UK) (Factual Entertainment) G CC **New Episode**

5:45 pm Massive Moves - Big Beach House - On the Grand Strand in South Carolina, Robert and Sara Taylor own a beautiful 118 acre plantation. It's the perfect place to unwind with friends and family, but the trouble is it doesn't have a house. They hire Joe Powell and Sons, the coolest and calmest house movers in the Carolinas, to move a 70 ton beach house to their property. But just as work begins Hurricane Sandy threatens to wreck their plans - a daring scheme to chop the house in two so it can clear power-lines and protected trees while on the move. Will the biggest storm of the 21st century dash the Taylor's dreams? (From the UK) (Factual Entertainment) G CC **New Episode**

6:15 pm 30 Rock - Larry King - After an Asian economic meltdown, Tracy gives some irresponsible advice on "Larry King Live," and Jack and Elisa's relationship could be in jeopardy. Meanwhile, Liz tries to get her cell phone back from a cabbie who's blackmailing her. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG

6:40 pm American Ninja Warrior – Northwest Regional Qualifying Round: Part 1 - American Ninja Warrior is an action-packed series that follows competitors as they tackle the world’s most difficult obstacle courses. The fourth season is hosted by Matt Iseman, with a new host, skier Jonny Moseley, and newcomer Angela Sun as the sideline reporter. This series covers six regional competitions held in three locations: Venice Beach, Dallas, and Miami, that determine the 100 competitors to participate in the qualifying rounds. The winner of the season receives $500,000 and the coveted "American Ninja Warrior" title. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) PG **New Episode**

7:30 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)

8:00 pm Parks And Recreation - Meet N Greet - Leslie's opportunity to stump for votes in the business community is sabotaged by Tom, who wants to promote Entertainment 7Twenty. Meanwhile, Andy and April throw a Halloween party, but don't give Ben advance notice. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG **First Time on SBS**

8:30 pm From Dusk Till Dawn - Boxman - In order to free Santanico, Seth and Richie must face the labyrinth within the temple. Jacob and Kate are forced to confront Scott’s transformation, while Freddie uncovers a new lead in the cartel TBD killer case. (From the US) (Drama Series) MA(V) **New Episode**

Tuesday August 26th, 2014

9:20 pm Real Humans - Douglas can’t live with the fact that Florentine stole a baby, but she refuses to give it up. Rick is armed and isn’t about to back down from any human. Jonas starts up David’s clone and tries to get him to provide the code, but he is forced to turn to Bea for assistance. She, however, has other plans. Mimi installs a language program from an unsafe website to help Inger, but the program contains more than just the language. Gordon breaks into Florentine’s house to rescue her from Douglas. (From Sweden, in Swedish) (Drama Series) M(D,V,L) **New Episode**

10:30 pm South Park - - This is the story of Pip's origin. Pip gets a job at the Havesham Estate where he meets Estella, but she only spurns his optimism with insults. When Pip is offered the opportunity to become a gentleman he goes to London only to discover that Miss Havesham plans to break his heart. Her plan is to use Pip's tears to power her Genesis device and will allow her to gain revenge on all men. (From the US) (Animated Comedy Series) (Rpt) M(A) CC

11:00 pm Threesome - It's Not Cheating - The mothers are coming! All the mothers; Mitch's, Richie's and Alice's, all together, all for the first time. Alice, just a month from popping, has decided to throw a baby-shower, and so Lorraine (Alice's mum), Sue (Mitch's mum) and Jenny (Richie's mum) converge on the flat to deluge her with presents and attention. Alice in turn has taken to baking, not-swearing and dressing like a proper woman. Mitch and Richie are horrified. Stars Amy Huberman, Emun Elliott and Stephen Wright. (From the UK) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) M (S,L,D)

11:30 pm Skins - Alo - Alo still has no idea that Mini is carrying his baby. Fed up with trying to get back to the fun times they used to have, he attempts to get over Mini by hooking up with a new girl, Poppy Champion. She's perfect for Alo and Mini is soon a distant memory. Franky's attempts to make him see sense fall on deaf ears. But Alo's childish choices come back to haunt him and he's soon out of his depth. Stars Will Merrick and Freya Mavor. (From the UK) (Drama Series) (Rpt) MA (A,S,D,L) CC

12:25 am The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)

12:55 am Tim And Eric's Awesome Show, Great Job! - Rascals - A fast paced, absurd collection of short films, parodies, animations, pranks and musical numbers, featuring the talents of a host of comedians, celebrities, bad actors and pets. Tim and Eric fight over a bite from Rascal, and only relationship expert Bob Odenkirk can fix this friendship. (From the US) (Sketch Comedy Series) (Rpt) MA(S)

1:10 am Comedy Bang! Bang! - Anna Kendrick Wears a Patterned Blouse & Burgundy Pants - A sketch variety show that will feature celebrity guests, comedy sketches and animation. This episode, Scott and Reggie preview their new movie and special guest Anna Kendrick time travels. Plus special guest Ben Schwartz. (From the US) (Comedy/Sketch Series) (Rpt) M(S)

Tuesday August 26th, 2014

1:40 am Movie: Mamma Gogo - An Icelandic director’s newest films fails miserably at the box office, worsening his already shaky financial situation. As his money begins to evaporate and his car is repossessed, he pins his hope on an Oscar nomination. Meanwhile he must deal with his mother, Gogo, who is stricken with Alzheimer’s - setting her stove on fire, flooding her neighbours and generally being a nuisance. This is the acclaimed semi- autobiographical film from Fredrik Thor Fredriksson. (From Iceland, in Icelandic & English) (Movie) (Drama) (2010) PG **Premiere**

3:15 am France 24 News In English From Paris - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events.

Wednesday August 27th, 2014

5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.

5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.

7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.

8:00 am Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.

9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.

9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.

10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.

11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

12:00 pm Chinese News - News via satellite from CCTV Beijing, in Mandarin, no subtitles.

12:30 pm Korean News - News via satellite from YTN Korea, in Korean, no subtitles.

12:55 pm Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.

1:35 pm German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.

2:05 pm Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.

3:05 pm Greek News - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.

4:05 pm Ninja Warrior - Witness as the toughest competitors from around the world attempt to prevail over the most diabolical Japanese obstacle course ever created and strive for true ninja greatness. (From Japan, in English and Japanese) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

4:30 pm Iron Chef – Noodles - In each episode of this cult cook-off series one of the Iron Chefs is challenged by a guest chef and their skills are put to the test. The ingredients are unconventional; the preparations are sheer genius. (From Japan, English narration) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC

Wednesday August 27th, 2014

5:20 pm Massive Moves - Cross Country Cabin - Anderson Building Movers haul a house, along with its basement, 40km off-road, through the bush and down to the shores of Deifenbaker Lake. Norlyn and Bonnie run a cattle ranch about 15 miles south of Saskatchewan, they’re out in the country and off the grid, where Norlyn has lived his entire life. William Johnson has helped them hatch a daring plan to move a 3000sqft house to the farm, but there’s a catch - there aren’t many roads along the way. William will have to improvise as the conditions of the terrain changes as he drags this house off- road. Will the house make it in one piece with its fragile basement? (From the UK) (Factual Entertainment) G CC **New Episode**

5:45 pm Massive Moves - Monster Manor House - Ken and Melanie Heemeryck have always strived for more space, so when they got hold of a huge outdoor property with mountain views, they couldn’t wait to move. The house fits in with the surroundings perfectly, but there’s one problem - the house is over 100km away! Wade will have to pull out all the stops to negotiate this 100-ton behemoth through the city of Calgary in the dead of night and then across the frozen, icy Alberta roads in deep winter, crossing rivers, avoiding trains and hoping there isn’t a blizzard. Will the Heemeryck’s new home survive this icy trek? Or will this gargantuan gauntlet prove impossible? (From the UK) (Factual Entertainment) G CC **New Episode**

6:15 pm 30 Rock - Goodbye, My Friend - Liz launches a plan to adopt a baby from a donut store clerk, Jack talks Frank into going to law school, and Jenna tries to get attention for her birthday. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG

6:40 pm American Ninja Warrior - Northwest Regional Qualifying Round Part 2 - American Ninja Warrior is an action-packed series that follows competitors as they tackle the world’s most difficult obstacle courses. The fourth season is hosted by Matt Iseman, with a new host, skier Jonny Moseley, and newcomer Angela Sun as the sideline reporter. This series covers six regional competitions held in three locations: Venice Beach, Dallas, and Miami, that determine the 100 competitors to participate in the qualifying rounds. The winner of the season receives $500,000 and the coveted "American Ninja Warrior" title. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) PG **New Episode**

7:30 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)

8:00 pm Community - Horror Fiction In Seven Spooky Steps - When Britta finds that an anonymous personality test suggests that one of them is a homicidal maniac, the study group members use a series of scary Halloween stories to expose the killer. (From the US) (Comedy Series) PG(H,V) **New Episode**

Wednesday August 27th, 2014

8:30 pm Movie: Largo Winch - After a powerful billionaire is murdered, his secret adoptive son must race to prove his legitimacy, find his father's killers and stop them from taking over his financial empire. Nominated for Best International Film at the 2012 Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films, USA. Directed by Jérôme Salle and stars Tomer Sisley, Kristin Scott-Thomas and Mélanie Thierry. (From France, in French, Croatian and English) (Action/Adventure) (2008) (Rpt) MAV(V) CC

10:30 pm UEFA Champions League 2014-2015 - Live coverage of the 2nd leg of the playoffs from the 2014/2015 UEFA Champions League. (Football)

12:00 am The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)

12:30 am Robot Chicken - Celebrity Rocket - From creators Seth Green and Matthew Senreich, Robot Chicken is animation with a demented twist. A Cuban youth plays Castro in "Dance Dance Counter-Revolucion", Dirk the Daring from the video game Dragon's Lair fights middle age and the old dancing guy from the Six Flags commercials saves and ruins the day. Meanwhile, Lindsay Lohan enters the world of Highlander and battles teen starlet foes. (From the US) (Animated Comedy Series) (Rpt) MA(S,A)

12:45 am Comedy Bang! Bang! - David Cross Wears a Red Polo Shirt & Brown Shoes with Red Laces - A sketch variety show that will feature celebrity guests, comedy sketches and animation. Host Scott Aukerman and musical cohort, Reggie Watts with guest stars David Cross and Will Forte. (From the US) (Comedy/Sketch Series) (Rpt) M(L)

1:15 am Movie: Once Upon A Time In Anatolia - Turkish director Nuri Bilge Ceylan eschews the conventions of the crime-thriller genre to bring us this story of a group of men searching for a body on the Anatolian grasslands. While they look, the men unintentionally philosophise on topics ranging from yoghurt to suicide, making this a truly fascinating and insightful feature film. Critically acclaimed around the world, Once Upon a Time in Anatolia won the Grand Jury prize at Cannes Film Festival 2012. (From Turkey, in Anatolia) (Movie) (Drama) (2011) M(A,L) **Premiere**

4:00 am DW News In English From Berlin - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin.

Thursday August 28th, 2014

5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.

5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.

7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.

8:00 am Maltese News - News from Public Broadcasting Services Limited, Malta, in Maltese, no subtitles.

8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.

9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.

9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.

10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.

11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

12:00 pm Chinese News - News via satellite from CCTV Beijing, in Mandarin, no subtitles.

12:30 pm Korean News - News via satellite from YTN Korea, in Korean, no subtitles.

12:55 pm Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.

1:35 pm German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.

2:05 pm Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.

3:05 pm Greek News - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.

4:05 pm Ninja Warrior - Witness as the toughest competitors from around the world attempt to prevail over the most diabolical Japanese obstacle course ever created and strive for true ninja greatness. (From Japan, in English and Japanese) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

Thursday August 28th, 2014

4:30 pm Iron Chef - Turkey - In each episode of this cult cook-off series one of the Iron Chefs is challenged by a guest chef and their skills are put to the test. The ingredients are unconventional; the preparations are sheer genius. (From Japan, English narration) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC

5:20 pm Massive Moves - Lottery Lodge - Teams of engineers and truckers face some daunting challenges as they transport monstrous structures that were never meant to leave their foundations. In this episode, Joe and Bridgette McKeen and their four children hire Alberta's finest heavy haulers to move the huge former home of a lottery winner across a treacherous bog onto their 20 acres of heaven. (From the UK) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G CC

5:50 pm Massive Moves - Ocean Odyssey - Teams of engineers and truckers face some daunting challenges as they transport monstrous structures that were never meant to leave their foundations. In this episode, a young family looking to escape to Vancouver Island hire a team of house movers to transport a 100-year-old character home 240 kilometres up the coast to their empty plot. (From the UK) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G CC

6:15 pm 30 Rock - The Funcooker - Jack gets the writers to come up with a name for GE's new pocket microwave, Liz unsuccessfully tries to get out of jury duty, Dr. Spaceman gives Jenna pills to help her stay awake, and Tracy deliberately tries to get fined by the FCC. (From the US) (Comedy Series) PG

6:40 pm American Ninja Warrior – Finals: Region 4 - American Ninja Warrior is an action- packed series that follows competitors as they tackle the world’s most difficult obstacle courses. The fourth season is hosted by Matt Iseman, with a new host, skier Jonny Moseley, and newcomer Angela Sun as the sideline reporter. This series covers six regional competitions held in three locations: Venice Beach, Dallas, and Miami, that determine the 100 competitors to participate in the qualifying rounds. The winner of the season receives $500,000 and the coveted "American Ninja Warrior" title. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) PG **New Episode**

7:30 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)

8:00 pm Gadget Man - Home Improvement - If you haven’t hired an overpaid, tea-swilling contractor called Dave, home improvement is time-consuming hard graft as we all attempt to convince ourselves we are DIY kings and queens. From paint in the hair, to wallpaper paste on your clothes, it’s not only physically exhausting and messy, but rarely comes out as the instruction manual promised! BUT what if gadgets could do all the hard work for you. (From the UK) (Factual Entertainment) G **New Episode**

Thursday August 28th, 2014

8:30 pm South Park - Canada on Strike - The leader of the World Canadian Bureau takes the country into a long painful strike, demanding "some of that Internet money" from the other nations. The boys find themselves responsible for resolving the strike so they can see some new episodes of 'Terrance & Phillip'. (From the US) (Animated Comedy Series) (Rpt) M (A,S) CC

9:00 pm Drunk History - The Wild West - Hold-outs fight to the bitter end at the Alamo, Billy the Kid goes on the run from lawman Pat Garrett, and Teddy Roosevelt rounds up the Rough Riders and goes to war. Stars Jake Johnson, Chris Parnell, and Andy Daly. (From the US) (Comedy Series) M(A,L) **New Episode**

9:30 pm SLICE Doco: Marwencol - Marwencol is a 2010 American documentary film that explores the fantasy world and work of artist and photographer Mark Hogancamp. After being beaten into a brain-damaging coma by five men outside a bar, Mark builds a 1/6th scale World War II-era town in his backyard. Mark populates the town he dubs "Marwencol" with dolls representing his friends and family and creates life-like photographs detailing the town's many relationships and dramas. Playing in the town and photographing the action helps Mark to recover his hand-eye coordination and deal with the psychic wounds of the attack. When Mark and his photographs are discovered, a prestigious New York gallery sets up an art show. Suddenly Mark's homemade therapy is deemed "art", forcing him to choose between the safety of his fantasy life in Marwencol and the real world that he's avoided since the attack. (From the US) (Documentary) (class tba) **Premiere**

10:30 pm South Park - Cartman Joins Nambla - Cartman joins NAMBLA - The North American Man-Boy Love Association - thinking it will introduce him to more mature friends. Meanwhile, Kenny tries to dispose of his unborn baby brother. (From the US) (Animated Comedy Series) M(A) CC

11:00 pm Real Humans - Douglas can’t live with the fact that Florentine stole a baby, but she refuses to give it up. Rick is armed and isn’t about to back down from any human. Jonas starts up David’s clone and tries to get him to provide the code, but he is forced to turn to Bea for assistance. She, however, has other plans. Mimi installs a language program from an unsafe website to help Inger, but the program contains more than just the language. Gordon breaks into Florentine’s house to rescue her from Douglas. (From Sweden, in Swedish) (Drama Series) M(D,V,L) **Encore**

12:00 am The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)

12:30 am Aqua Teen Hunger Force - The misadventures of a milkshake, an order of fries, a meatball, and their retired next door neighbour in the suburbs of New Jersey. (From the US) (Animated Comedy Series) (Rpt) M(S,V)

Thursday August 28th, 2014

12:45 am Comedy Bang! Bang! - Zoe Saldana Wears a Tan Blouse and Glasses - A sketch variety show that will feature celebrity guests, comedy sketches and animation. This episode, host Scott Aukerman and musical cohort, Reggie Watts with guest stars Zoe Saldana and Paul F. Tompkins. (From the US) (Comedy/Sketch Series) (Rpt) M(L)

1:15 am Movie: Land Of Oblivion - It is the morning of 26 April, 1986 in the Ukranian town of Chernobyl. Anya and Piotr celebrate their marriage, while Alexei and his son Valery plant an apple tree. Both are interrupted by an explosion at the power station, which would turn into one of the worst radioactive disasters in history. This powerful film explores what happened that fateful day, and follows the lives of these survivors ten years on. (From Russia, in French, Ukranian & Russian) (Movie) (Drama) (2011) M(S,N,A) **Premiere**

3:00 am NHK World News In English From Tokyo - News and information on Japan's politics, business, culture, entertainment and more.

Friday August 29th, 2014

5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.

5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.

7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.

8:00 am Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.

9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.

9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.

10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.

11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

12:00 pm Chinese News - News via satellite from CCTV Beijing, in Mandarin, no subtitles.

12:30 pm Korean News - News via satellite from YTN Korea, in Korean, no subtitles.

12:55 pm Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.

1:35 pm German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.

2:05 pm Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.

3:05 pm Greek News - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.

4:05 pm Ninja Warrior - Witness as the toughest competitors from around the world attempt to prevail over the most diabolical Japanese obstacle course ever created and strive for true ninja greatness. (From Japan, in English and Japanese) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

4:30 pm Iron Chef - Strawberries - In each episode of this cult cook-off series one of the Iron Chefs is challenged by a guest chef and their skills are put to the test. The ingredients are unconventional; the preparations are sheer genius. (From Japan, English narration) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC

Friday August 29th, 2014

5:20 pm Massive Moves - Titanic Townhouse - Teams of engineers and truckers face some daunting challenges as they transport monstrous structures that were never meant to leave their foundations. Pam and Ron Kupidy love their neighbourhood but are not so keen on their own house – they need more space. The couple finds the answer to their problems in the shape of a 97 ton, two-storey local landmark, an empty home earmarked for relocation. They call in experienced house hauler Dwayne McCann and his team of movers to take this towering structure through the streets of Calgary to the Kupidy’s unused lot. But will it survive the neighbourhood’s steep slopes and narrow twisting streets? (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC

5:50 pm Massive Moves - Ranch Rescue - Ann and Greg Reinke have a growing family and their 70 year old three bedroom house is bursting at the seams. In search of more space they’ve found a beautiful 2,500 square foot rambler ranch to become their new family home. The problem is it sits 72 miles away on the flood prone banks of the Red River. To rescue it they’ve called in Bob Schmidt and his family firm of house movers to roll their dream home from the river’s perilous banks. Will their perfect home arrive safely after a treacherous trek across North Dakota’s plains? (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC

6:15 pm 30 Rock - The Bubble - Liz feels uncomfortable when she joins his unusually handsome boyfriend in "the bubble," Tracy decides to quit the show rather than negotiate a new contract, and Jenna tries to cut her hair for publicity and attention. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG

6:40 pm American Ninja Warrior – Midsouth Regional Qualifying Round: Part 1 - American Ninja Warrior is an action-packed series that follows competitors as they tackle the world’s most difficult obstacle courses. The fourth season is hosted by Matt Iseman, with a new host, skier Jonny Moseley, and newcomer Angela Sun as the sideline reporter. This series covers six regional competitions held in three locations: Venice Beach, Dallas, and Miami, that determine the 100 competitors to participate in the qualifying rounds. The winner of the season receives $500,000 and the coveted "American Ninja Warrior" title. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) PG **New Episode**

7:30 pm Friday Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)

8:00 pm Knife Fight - Fullilove Vs Boudet - Chef Jason Fullilove's artistic cuisine takes on Brandon Boudet's rustic cooking style. Guest starring Erika Christensen, Amy Scattergood and Eric Koston. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) G **New Episode**

8:30 pm The Pitch - Square Trade - SquareTrade, is an international electronics warranty company with amazing customer reviews, but very little name recognition. The company commissions two cutting edge Los Angeles agencies, both of which claim to be the future of advertising, to create a campaign that includes a video that could go viral. (From the UK) (Documentary) PG **New Episode**

Friday August 29th, 2014

9:20 pm Frisky Business - Frisky Business is a cheeky peek into the lives of staff at the UK’s biggest sex toy retailer. Warm, funny and frank, this observational series goes behind‐the‐scenes at successful business Lovehoney, which sells one out of every three sex toys bought online in the UK. The six‐part series follows the colourful ups and downs of working life at the company’s HQ, a warehouse on a trading estate in the genteel city of Bath. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) MA(S) **New Series Premiere**

10:15 pm Lip Service - Season two kicks off with Cat and Sam arriving back in Glasgow with a colossal bump after a loved-up month in South America. Has Cat made her mind up once and for all about her first love, Frankie? Or is she still torn between the two women she loves? Frankie’s not letting go easily, but how long can copper Sam really be kept in the dark? Meanwhile, it looks like Tess has finally managed to turn things around - she’s got her first proper acting role, a hot new girlfriend and is sharing a pad with Frankie. But when Lexy - a sexy, funny, doctor - interviews to be the third flatmate, it’s clear that Tess is curious about more than just her living habits. Meanwhile, as relationship complications ensue, Frankie’s ex and resident con artist, Sadie, is up to her old tricks by making herself very familiar with Glasgow’s glitterati and the glamorous world they inhabit. (S.2, Ep.1) (From the UK) (Drama Series) M(D,L) **New Season**

11:15 pm Savage U - Rhodes College - Dan Savage, sex-advice columnist extraordinaire, is goes on a cross-country tour - visiting college campuses and answering students' most personal questions about sex, dating, and relationships. Savage U follows Dan as he drives into university towns across the U.S. answering any question with humour and brutal honesty. Dan will hit the streets of each campus, ready to get a real feel for what makes each school's sex and relationship culture unique. From the student centre to night-time hot spots, Dan will talk to students about what really goes on between the stacks, who's hooking up and who's holding back. No topic is taboo, too kinky or too conservative. (From the US) (Documentary) (class tba) **New Episode**

11:40 pm Friday Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)

12:15 am Him And Her - The Move - An intimate anti-romantic comedy about real-life love in its lazy, messy, everyday glory. Laura, Paul and Shelly come round to congratulate Becky on moving into Steve's flat, though it's spoilt by the fact that they've also invited Julie Taylor, Steve's ex. Stars Russell Tovey and Sarah Solemani (From the UK) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) MA (S,L)

12:45 am SBS PopAsia - Features back-to-back videos from artists across Asia and all the latest news and interviews from the Korean, Japanese, Mandarin and Cantonese pop scenes. (An SBS Production) (Entertainment Series) PG

2:45 am NHK World News In English From Tokyo - News and information on Japan's politics, business, culture, entertainment and more.

Saturday August 30th, 2014

5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.

5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.

7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.

8:00 am Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.

9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.

9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.

10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.

11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

12:00 pm Chinese News - News via satellite from CCTV Beijing, in Mandarin, no subtitles.

12:30 pm Korean News - News via satellite from YTN Korea, in Korean, no subtitles.

1:00 pm Arctic With Bruce Parry - Alaska - Bruce travels to Alaska, America's last great wilderness, where modern-day pioneers are harvesting the vast natural wealth of the seas. There he learns the ropes on-board a salmon-fishing boat, and dives to the bottom of the Bering Sea to look for gold. In the far north, Bruce witnesses the annual whale hunt of the Inupiak people whose ancient tradition is now at odds with the modern world and questions what is more important: the life of a whale or the death of a culture? (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Part 3 of 5) (Rpt) PG CC

2:00 pm Fish Warrior - Nile Mammoth - In the search for big fish, adventure angler and conservationist Jakub Vágner embarks on an expedition around the globe. Known for their voracious and carnivorous appetite, Nile perch have a long history as predators from ancient Egypt. Facing challenge after challenge, Jakub heads to Kenya to catch a big one. (From the US) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) PG

3:00 pm Urban Freestyler Extreme - Mountain Boarding - Encompassing a range of activities, this series pushes the boundaries of urban sport. (From the UK) (Short) (Rpt) G

Saturday August 30th, 2014

3:05 pm Kill Arman - Japan/Kendo - Kendo is a popular martial art in Japan, and kendo grandmaster Shaburo Iwatate will serve as Arman's teacher under the neon lights of Tokyo. Arman also explores Kendo's historical connection to samurai sword fighting with one of the last remaining samurai families. Arman ends his Kendo training by fighting one of Iwatate's top students. (From Finland, in English and Japanese) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG CC

3:35 pm Departures - Mongolia: Tribes And Tribulations - After being separated at the airport and put on different flights, Scott Wilson arrives to find that his bag has gone missing. The guys grab supplies and climb into an old soviet van to start a long trek out to a Nomadic Reindeer tribe. But to get there, they will have to travel by van then by horseback for four days. Scott and Justin take part in the tribe's traditional way of life and come to understand the necessity of the nature and balance around them. (From Canada) (Documentary/Travel) (Rpt) PG

4:30 pm Bare-Faced Cheek - Auvergne - Nans and Mouts, two intrepid adventurers, face and unlikely challenge: to cross the country in order to reach their destination in the heart of one of France's most picturesque regions. The complication? They start the journey naked and will depend on the hospitality and generosity of everyone they meet along the way. By following this unlikely and extravagant quest, viewers will acquire a new outlook on nature, man and travel. This programme offers an amusing journey, filled with all kinds of discoveries on how to travel light and for less. An epic adventure with a human dimension. (From France, in French and English) (Travel/Documentary) (Rpt) PG

5:35 pm Urban Freestyler Extreme - Aggressive Inlining - Encompassing a range of activities, this series pushes the boundaries of urban sport. (From the UK) (Short) (Rpt) G

5:40 pm Brazil's Next Top Model - Everyone knows and loves Next Top Model, and SBS 2 is giving audiences a chance to discover the Brazilian series. Catch up on all the excitement and drama from this season of Brazil' Next Top Model before the final next week where the winner will be announced. (S.3,Ep.12) (From Brazil, in Portuguese) (class tba) **New Episode**

6:35 pm The Office - Cafe Disco - Michael gets into the café/disco scene. Meanwhile, Pam and Jim decide to take a secret trip. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG **First Time on SBS 2**

7:00 pm The Office - Company Picnic - It's the annual Dunder Mifflin company picnic and Michael and Holly are reunited, and Michael has some big plans for her. Meanwhile, the office competes in the picnic's volleyball tournament. Guest starring Amy Ryan and Idris Elba. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG **First Time on SBS 2**

Saturday August 30th, 2014

7:30 pm If You Are The One - With a viewing audience of up to 50 million per episode, this popular Chinese dating show is a cultural phenomenon. A lone male suitor has to impress a panel of 24 single women, who can then register their interest or disinterest in the man through the use of their podium lights. Popular host Meng Fei oversees the action in front of a large studio audience. (From China, in Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) G **New Episode**

8:30 pm Animal Underworld With Henry Rollins - Beast Worship - Henry Rollins investigates where the real boundaries lay in the human-animal relationship. Investigating the role animals play in religion, Henry witnesses a desert ritual in which spiritual seekers illegally smoke the poisonous skin of a Sonoran toad. And, in the snake-handling churches of Appalachia, he finds even Christianity has room for a surprising role for dangerous animals. (From the US, in English, Spanish and Vietnamese) (Documentary Series) (Part 2 of 3) (Rpt) M (A)

9:25 pm Alarm For Cobra 11 - Blackout - Susanne König, highway police secretary, has apparently caused a hit-and run car accident. It seems she was blind drunk and absconded after the crash. Susanne had a blackout and can’t remember anything. Numerous facts are revealed to confirm her guilt. TSemir and Ben, however, take sides with Susanne and find themselves in a bitter conflict with their boss. The two set off in search of more evidence and discover that it was not the secretary but an unknown person who was driving the car. But why? Semir and Ben unravel a huge scandal that endangers Susanne’s life. (FromGermany, in German) (Drama Series) M(A,L) **New Episode**

10:20 pm Lost Girl - Dead Lucky - When a Dark Fae casino owner is nearly wiped out by an inexplicably lucky human, he offers Bo a chance to learn about her past in exchange for her help. And after Bo and Dyson are pitted against an evil Fae with body-snatching powers, a teenage oracle's glimpse into Bo's past reveals the chilling truth about her missing Fae mother. (From Canada) (Drama Series) (Rpt) M(H,S,V)

11:10 pm Lost Girl - Food For Thought - When Kenzi unwittingly eats the remains of a contaminated corpse, Bo and Lauren must find a cure for her deadly case of haemorrhagic fever before it's too late. (From Canada) (Drama Series) (Rpt) M(H)

12:00 am Lost Girl - Arachnofaebia - When she's unwittingly bitten by a powerful Fae spider, Kenzi's paranoid delusions turn her against Bo. And as Lauren calls in an exterminator to end the spider's killing spree, Dyson must act fast to keep his friends from being wiped out, too. (From Canada) (Drama Series) (Rpt) M(S,V)

12:50 am Lost Girl - Vexed - A lead to details about her past sends Bo to see a woman who's been sentenced to death for murdering her children. But with both the Light and Dark Fae determined to keep her from interfering, Bo looks to stop the execution as she struggles to find her mother. (From Canada) (Drama Series) (Rpt) M(H,V,S)

Saturday August 30th, 2014

1:40 am Shorts On Screen - The Hunger: Wednesday afternoon, 1963. Three boys are playing soldiers in the vast dunes of the Flemish coast. When one of them finds his sister making love deep in the dunes, their brother-sister relationship is put severely to the test. (From Belgium, in Dutch) Chopper: This animation explores the circle of life. A mantis gets eaten by a frog, the frog is been swallowed by a stork while the stork itself is eaten by a crocodile before the crocodile gets shot by a hunter. (Belgium/Netherlands) The Contagious Apparitions Of Dambarey Dendrite: Dambarey is a street kid, who in a dendrite induced trance, turns invincible to outfox Kathmandu with his gang of five. Little does he know that his altered mind is playing wicked tricks to lead him and his friends to a place of no return. (Nepal) (Short Film)

2:20 am Movie: My Name Is Juani - Juani dreams of becoming an actress but is stuck in a poor suburban village in Spain. She has problems at home and argues incessantly with her boyfriend, who cheats on her. Soon the limitations of her impoverished background become unbearable for Juani, and she and her best friend leave for Madrid in search of fame and fortune. Written and directed by Bigas Luna, and stars Verónica Echegui, Dani Martín and Laya Martí. (From Spain, in Spanish) (Comedy) (2006) (Rpt) MA (S,L)

4:00 am CCTV News In English From Beijing - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV), the nation's largest national broadcasting network.