SBS 2 Dec 28

Program Guide

Week 1 Sunday December 28th, 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.

9:00 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

11:00 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.

11:30 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.

12:00 pm Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.

12:30 pm Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

1:00 pm The World Of Jenks - Froot Loops For Dinner - During a week in the Big Apple, Jenks moves in with rising comedy talent, Dan St. Germain, as he prepares for the biggest and most important stand-up show of his career while coping with previous mental issues and his own. (From the US) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG

1:30 pm The Grape Escape - Narbonne VI - Entertaining French sommelier Olivier Magny uncorks the mysteries of wine. Touring beautiful vineyards from Burgundy to Bordeaux, Olivier reveals the varieties and origins of some of the most popular wines and explains what makes a top tipple. There will also be tips on wine tasting along with visits to celebrity wine cellars. (From France, in English and French) (Food Series) (Final) (Rpt) G

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 1

Sunday December 28th, 2014

2:00 pm Foodie Planet - Destination Quebec - 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 Quebec, where she encounters the fishermen of the Saint-Laurent estuary, the woodcutters of Montreal and the native Canadian Abenakis. Along the way, she’ll discover the unique traditions which define the cuisine of Quebec. (From France, in French and French Canadian) (Food Series) (Rpt) PG

3:00 pm London Calling - At the Movies: You Wear It Well - This four-part series tells the untold story of British pop, as reflected through artistic mediums beyond music. This episode looks at the fashions that accompanied British pop, and the people who had the look. (From Germany, in English) (Documentary Series) (Part 3 of 4) (Rpt) M(N,L) CC

4:00 pm Rhod Gilbert's Work Experience - Bin Man - This series follows Wales's leading stand- up comedian Rhod Gilbert as he tries out different jobs across Wales. This episode he goes to work as a bin man, collecting garbage on the streets of Barry. See if he can learn the tricks of the bin man's trade, or whether he will he just be rubbish. (From Wales) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG

4:30 pm The Art Of Survival - Four artistic adventurers compete in a gruelling contest to travel from Greece to Scotland using only their creative talents. Two cellists, an opera singer and a portrait painter are dropped into Athens with no money and no credit cards and a deadline to make their way across Europe to Edinburgh. By painting and performing, the four have just their art and inspiration to survive on, with the winners being the pair that make the most money throughout the trip. (From Denmark, in English) (Documentary Series) (Part 6 of 6) (Final) (Rpt) G

5:25 pm Parks And Recreation - Ron And Tammys - Ron becomes a wimp after he and Tammy 1 get back together and Leslie tries to save him, Ben discovers that Tom's business is haemorrhaging money, and Anne has a frustrating experience shooting a diabetes PSA with Chris. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG

5:55 pm Parks And Recreation - Born And Raised - Leslie is accused of not being born in Pawnee while she is trying to promote her new book about the city. Meanwhile, Ann tries in vain to have a five-minute conversation with Ron and April. (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 India’s Dance Superstar covers 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**

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 1

Sunday December 28th, 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 Movie: Big Ass Spider! - A giant alien spider escapes from a military lab and rampage the city of Los Angeles. When a massive military strike fails, it is up to a team of scientists and one clever exterminator to kill the creature before the city is destroyed. (From the US) (Movie) (Sci Fi) (2013) MA(V) **Monster Movie Mayhem with Marc Fennell**

10:00 pm A-League Extra Time - This weekly A League highlights show includes a weekly wrap- up which will include player interviews and match analysis. Hosted by Lucy Zelic and co- hosted by David Zdrilic. (An SBS Production)

11:00 pm Movie: Big Man Japan - A middle-aged eccentric living in a rundown house, Daisato's job involves receiving electric shocks that transform him into a stocky, stick-wielding giant several stories high who is entrusted with defending Japan from a host of bizarre monsters. But while his predecessors were national heroes, he is a pariah among the citizens he protects. A wickedly deadpan spin on the giant Japanese superhero. Directed by Hitoshi Matsumoto and stars Hitoshi Matsumoto, Riki Takeuchi and Ua. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Comedy) (2007) (Rpt) M (L,V)

12:55 am Free Radio - Side Kick For A Day - The show gets a visit from LA Ink's Kat Von D and actor Zachary Quinto. The "Sidekick for a Day" promotion causes Anna to leave the show. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG

1:20 am 24 Hours In Emergency - A Good Life - A 93-year-old man is brought in with life- threatening injuries after being knocked down by a hit-and-run driver just outside the hospital. He goes into cardiac arrest, and a consultant must keep his heart going manually in a bid to save his life. Meanwhile, an 83-year-old's finger is mangled by a machine at his metal-working business, and a 51-year-old man with learning difficulties is treated after collapsing, prompting his elderly mother to wonder how he will cope after her death. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) M(A) CC

2:15 am Movie: Elementary Particles - Based on Michel Houellebecq's novel Atomised, the film tells the story of two half-brothers, Michael and Bruno, who struggle to deal with their issues relating to sex and love. Nominated for the Golden Bear at the 2006 Berlin International Film Festival. Directed by Oskar Roehler and stars Moritz Bleibtreu, Christian Ulmen and Franka Potente. (From Germany, in German and English) (Drama) (2006) (Rpt) MA (A,S)

4:15 am CCTV News In English From Beijing - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV), the nation's largest national broadcasting network.

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 1

Monday December 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 Latin American News - News via satellite from Television National de Chile, in Spanish, 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 Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

1:00 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 Iron Chef – Sea Bass - 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

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 1

Monday December 29th, 2014

4:50 pm Urban Freestyler - Dan Magness - Against the backdrop of London's gritty, urban landscape watch some of the world's top football freestylers perform amazing tricks. (From the UK) (Short) (Rpt) G

5:00 pm A-League Extra Time - This weekly A League highlights show includes a weekly wrap- up which will include player interviews and match analysis. Hosted by Lucy Zelic and co- hosted by David Zdrilic. (An SBS Production) **Encore**

6:00 pm Community - Epidemiology - Follows a group of misfits at a community college in Greendale, Colorado. In this episode, the study group is left to fend for themselves by Dean Pelton during a rabies outbreak due to tainted food at Greendale's Halloween party. Stars Joel McHale, Gillian Jacobs and Chevy Chase. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG

6:30 pm Mythbusters - Newton's Crane Cradle - Inspired by a viral video, Adam and Jamie test whether it is possible to construct a working Newton's cradle (a device in which five metal balls are suspended from a frame) using large wrecking balls. Meanwhile, Kari, Tory and Grant set up an experiment to see if a car that is balanced on the edge of a cliff can topple over if a bird perches on the front end. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) (Rpt) PG CC

8:30 pm Movie: Splice - Two genetic engineers hope to achieve fame by successfully splicing together the DNA of different animals to create new hybrid animals for medical use. Stars Adrien Brody, Sarah Polley, Delphine Chaneac. (From Canada) (Film) (Horror) (2009) MAV(V,S) **Monster Movie Mayhem with Marc Fennell**

10:30 pm Movie: Godzilla Versus King Ghidorah - The action begins three years after Godzilla took a nose dive into the Fuji volcano and was left for dead. When a flying saucer lands in panic-gripped Tokyo, the crew claim to be from 200 years into the future, and they wish to save Japan from impending destruction by Godzilla. They plan to do this by going back to Lagos Island circa 1944 where Godzilla - then just an ordinary dinosaur - was hit by a hydrogen blast and mutated into a monster. By removing him before the mutation occurs, they can eradicate Godzilla from history. Directed by Takao Ohgawara and stars Masahiro Takeshima and Emi Kodaka. (From Japan, English subtitles) (Movie) (Sci Fi) (1991) PG (Rpt) CC WS

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 1

Monday December 29th, 2014

12:20 am Life Support - The program that tells you exactly how to live your life. A satirical, sometimes dark look at Australian life, as seen through the omnipresent lens of the Television Lifestyle Show. With a sexy young team of experts on hand to advise on every aspect of life and living, you'll never need to watch any other lifestyle program again. (Commissioned by SBS, in English) M(A) (Rpt) CC WS

12:50 am Frisky Dingo - The Debate (Part 2) - While Killface prepares for the Presidential debate, Xander makes a few stops with Ronnie before he arrives. Both Xander and Killface come to realize that neither of them are qualified or allowed to run for the Presidency due to Constitutional provisions they've both overlooked. Killface decides to follow up on his original plan to destroy the world. (From the US) (Animated Comedy Series) (Rpt) MAV (S,V)

1:05 am Frisky Dingo - A Take on Hooper - Sinn and her 'Sisterhood of Chaos' (consisting of Valerie, Antagone, Watley and the Decepticles, formerly the Xtacles) claim the Annihilatrix as their own to hold the world hostage. President Taqu'il, Xander and Killface separately plan their own offensives to stop them. (From the US) (Animated Comedy Series) (Rpt) MAV (S,V)

1:15 am Frisky Dingo - Wendell Goes Undercover Again - Killface and Simon attempt to repair the burnt couplings on the Annihilatrix, while Stan and Taquil attempt an escape from their shot-down plane. Meanwhile, Sinn and Val ask Watley to kill Antagone, due to increasing strains on their relationships with Antagone. (From the US) (Animation) (Rpt) MAV

1:30 am The Dudesons In America - Follow the Leader - The Dudesons are four Finnish best friends who travel to the USA to pursue the American dream, but their idea of pursuing the American dream is to do even more stupid crap here than they did back home. Follow these four nimrods as they try to ASS-immilate into US culture by doing the dumbest stunts and pranks imaginable. Their first stop is California. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) MA (A)

2:00 am Movie: Echo - A divorced father, who has lost custody of his son, kidnaps him to spend one last holiday together. But he is plagued by memories of his own childhood with an abusive father. Directed by Anders Morgenthaler and stars Kim Bodnia, Stine Fischer Christensen and Villads Milthers Fritsche. (In Danish, English subtitles) (Thriller) (2007) (Rpt) M (A,L,S,V)

3:30 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.

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 1

Tuesday December 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 Ukrainian News - Ukrainian News from the National Television Company of Ukraine in Kyiv, no subtitles.