November 2013 Highlights
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OWN: OPRAH WINFREY NETWORK NOVEMBER 2013 HIGHLIGHTS Visit www.press.discovery.com/us/own for select episodic photography and screeners NEW SERIES & SEASONS (P) Denotes: Premieres IYANLA: FIX MY LIFE (60 Minutes) Season Premiere – Saturday, November 2 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Bestselling author, spiritual life coach and host Iyanla Vanzant goes behind closed doors to help people in crisis whose relationships and lives have broken down. (P) Saturday, November 2 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Fix My Football Star Life Iyanla heads to Alexander City, Alabama to work with NFL superstar Terrell Owens who, despite incredible talent and enormous success as a professional athlete, finds himself in personal crisis which threatens his future. (P) Saturday, November 9 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Fix My Secret Addiction In Chicago, Iyanla works with 28-year-old crystal meth addict, Shannon --- whose drug abuse has led to high-risk sex and three overdoses. In addition, Iyanla helps his conflicted parents who have been financially supporting their son for years, despite his self-destructive behavior. (P) Saturday, November 16 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Fix My Abusive Marriage Iyanla travels to Dallas, Texas for a story that hits close to home – a woman facing an abusive husband who finds it difficult to control his angry outbursts. (P) Saturday, November 23 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Fix My Dysfunctional Sisterhood Iyanla helps two sisters in San Antonio, Texas caught in a negative pattern of betrayal, sexual abuse and abandonment. (P) Saturday, November 30 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Fix My Fractured Family Iyanla travels to the suburbs of Charlotte, North Carolina to help a couple in the midst of a crumbling marriage. Behind the façade of their beautiful home, their three children feel emotionally abandoned and worry their family is falling apart. HOUSTON BEAUTY (60 Minutes) Season Premiere – Saturday, November 2 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Hair isn't the only thing that's big at Franklin Beauty School. “Houston Beauty” shines a light on the big dreams, big personalities and even bigger challenges of its students and staff. The Jemison Family has owned and operated Franklin Beauty School for over 98 years, making it one of the oldest beauty schools in the country. They run a tight ship, but they aren't always prepared for what will walk through their doors. For many of their students, the stakes are high as they have major barriers to overcome in their lives. A cosmetology license would mean a whole new life for them – but only if they can overcome their personal struggles along the way. With the help of Ms. J and her staff, Franklin students are set on a path for success in both cosmetology and life. (P) Saturday, November 2 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Gone with the Wind Fabulous Franklin Beauty School welcomes a new batch of freshmen, but fresh faces mean fresh problems for the staff. When Queensley's attitude rubs the other students the wrong way, a school-wide uproar leaves Ms. J struggling to maintain order amongst the chaos. (P) Saturday, November 9 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Queen for a Day Still reeling from the chaos that erupted at Franklin, everyone feels the weight of Ms. J's wrath. When the students come together to organize a surprise to show her their appreciation, her nosiness could ruin their plans. (P) Saturday, November 16 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: You Said *** My Momma?! As the students prepare for a high-profile client, drama erupts from a rumor about something that Queensley said about Ms. J. Nobody is going to let Ms. J be disrespected without a fight, and a melee in the parking lot leaves everyone struggling to pick up the pieces. (P) Saturday, November 23 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Queensarella & A Whole Lotta Shade Alliances at Franklin have shifted, and everyone is determined to keep Queensley out of school for good, except for Mia. When Mia goes missing, Ms. J and the staff worry that she may have returned to her old ways, and could be gone for good. (P) Saturday, November 30 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Trouble on the Ranch To help the students get inspiration for a “wild west” photo shoot, Ms. J announces a surprise field trip. Things get out of control when Corey and Queensley come to blows and Mia takes extreme measures to defend her friend in an all out brawl. CONTINUING SERIES (New Episodes) (P) Denotes: Premieres OPRAH’S NEXT CHAPTER (60 Minutes) Sundays (9 p.m. – 10 p.m. ET/PT) “Oprah’s Next Chapter” is the award-winning primetime series featuring Oprah Winfrey as she steps outside of the studio for riveting, enlightening and in-depth conversations with newsmakers, celebrities, thought leaders and real-life families. (P) Sunday, November 3 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: TBA (P) Sunday, November 10 (9 p.m. - 10 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: TBA OPRAH: WHERE ARE THEY NOW? (60 Minutes) Sundays (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) “Oprah: Where Are They Now?” tracks down “Oprah” show guests who made you laugh...and made you cry. Find out where they are now, plus see what happened to the biggest newsmakers of all time and how their lives changed after sudden fame and notoriety turned their worlds upside down. (P) Sunday, November 3 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Michael Bolton, Jon Gosselin, Soleil Moon Frye & Wonder Woman Lynda Carter Michael Bolton, Jon Gosselin, "Punky Brewster" star Soleil Moon Frye, "Wonder Woman" Lynda Carter and Mildred Muhammad, former wife of the "D.C. Sniper," share fascinating updates. (P) Sunday, November 10 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Tori Spelling, Sully Sullenberger, Debbie Matenopolous & Jenna Jameson Tori Spelling, RuPaul, "Miracle on the Hudson" hero Sully Sullenberger, former "The View" co-host Debbie Matenopoulos and porn star Jenna Jameson talk about the tremendous changes they have each gone through since Oprah first interviewed them. (P) Sunday, November 17 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Hulk Hogan, Carrot Top, and J.Lo’s Former Husband Cris Judd Hulk Hogan talks about life following his darkest period ever; Scott Thorson recalls his "one-sided" relationship with Liberace; Dancer Cris Judd talks about life with, and after, J-Lo; and comic Carrot Top shares his zen retreat outside Las Vegas. (P) Sunday, November 24 (10 p.m. - 11 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Ricky Schroder, Rudy Giuliani & Dramatic Weight Loss Stories Rudy Giuliani reflects on life 12 years after 9/11, we talk with all-grown-up child star Ricky Schroder and his family, and revisit one of Oprah’s all-time favorite stories: the Liberian boys who inspired a community to adopt 48 orphans. SUPER SOUL SUNDAY (60 Minutes) Sundays (11 a.m.-12 p.m. ET/PT) The Emmy Award-winning series “Super Soul Sunday" delivers a thought- provoking, eye-opening and inspiring block of programming designed to help viewers awaken to their best selves and discover a deeper connection to the world around them. Home to Oprah’s Book Club 2.0, “Super Soul Sunday" features exclusive interviews and all-new conversations between Oprah Winfrey and top thinkers, authors, filmmakers and spiritual leaders. Exploring themes and issues including happiness, personal fulfillment, wellness, spirituality and conscious living, "Super Soul Sunday" presents an array of perspectives on what it means to be alive in today’s world. (P) Sunday, November 3 (11 a.m. - 12 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Oprah & Rob Bell: What We Talk About When We Talk About God Christian leader Rob Bell joins Oprah to explore his latest book, “What We Talk About When We Talk About God,” and discuss why more and more people are identifying with spirituality over religion. (P) Sunday, November 10 (11 a.m. - 12 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Oprah & Mark Nepo: “The Big C:” Healing Body & Soul Oprah’s sits down in Maui with bestselling author and poet, Mark Nepo. Mark opens up about how battling cancer led to a profound spiritual awakening. Plus, “cancer thriver” Kris Carr reveals how she’s recently shifted the way she thinks about living with cancer. (P) Sunday, November 17 (11 a.m. - 12 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Oprah & Mark Nepo: Listening to the Soul Oprah’s conversation with New York Times bestselling author Mark Nepo continues in Maui. Mark discusses his book “7,000 Ways to Listen” and shares why he believes listening with an open heart is the key to living a vibrant and meaningful life. (P) Sunday, November 24 (11 a.m. - 12 p.m. ET/PT) Episode: Oprah & Sandy Hook Parents Francine and David Wheeler: Ben’s Light Francine and David Wheeler tragically lost their 6-year-old son Benjamin in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in December 2012. The Wheelers sit down with Oprah, and with astounding grace, spirit and wisdom share how suffering can be a catalyst for transformation and how honoring Benjamin has led them on a journey to inspire both social and legislative change. HOME MADE SIMPLE (30 Minutes) Season premiere Saturday, October 19 with two back-to-back episodes (9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. ET/PT and 9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. ET/PT) Whether giving a room a much-needed revamp, planning and pulling off a major family event, or throwing a party to remember, "Home Made Simple" pairs a deserving family with a team of professionals who help identify and facilitate practical and affordable solutions to transform household projects into completed successes.