National Geographic Channel Primetime Highlights For The Week of January 29

National Geographic Channel Primetime Highlights For The Week of January 29 - February 4, 2007

(Subject to change)

Updated schedule available at: nationalgeographic.com/channel.

Coming Soon...

"Lockdown" Night Premieres Sunday, February 11, 2007 beginning at 8:00 PM ET/PT

Get a glimpse into life behind bars when the National Geographic Channel goes on Lockdown for a special night of three one-hour episodes. Each hour, NGC takes viewers inside a different maximum-security prison, including a violent women's penitentiary.

"Planet Carnivore" Premieres Sunday, February 18, 2007 8:00 - 10:00 PM ET/PT

Narrated by Alec Baldwin, each episode of Planet Carnivore focuses on
one of earth's most effective hunters. The first two episodes take
viewers inside the primitive battle for survival of an African Lioness
and a Great White Shark.

Premieres...

"The Hunt for the Boston Strangler"

Tuesday, January 30, 2007 at 10:00 PM ET/PT (World Premiere)

Police closed the case of the infamous Boston Strangler when handyman
Albert De Salvo confessed to the grisly murder of 13 women. But recent
forensic evidence reveals that in at least one of the murders - and
possibly all of them - police may have had the wrong man. Some even
theorize that the strangler may be walking free today. Now, the
National Geographic Channel investigates in The Hunt for the Boston
Strangler.

"Seconds from Disaster: Space Shuttle Explosion"

Wednesday, January 31, 2007 at 9:00 PM ET/PT (World Premiere)

On January 28, 1986, the Space Shuttle Challenger was scheduled to make history by putting the first civilian in space: teacher Christa
McAuliffe. But tragically 73 seconds after liftoff, the Challenger,
with seven astronauts onboard, bursts into a ball of flames. Now,
Seconds from Disaster deconstructs, moment by moment, the events leading up to this infamous disaster.

"Naked Science: Glacier Meltdown"

Wednesday, January 31, 2007 at 10:00 PM ET/PT (World Premiere)

Imagine a world where melting ice caps have raised sea levels by 20 feet
and where the great costal cities of the world could be under water. It
is a nightmare scenario that could one day turn into reality. Now, Naked
Science separates fact from fiction to discover the real science behind
climate change, the melting ice caps and why powerful hurricanes have
doubled in the last 30 years.

"Crash Science: Motorcycles"

Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 10:00 PM ET/PT (World Premiere)

In the full-throttle and high-risk world of pro motorcycle racing, it is
all about intense danger, kamikaze competitors and the incredible bikes
they ride to glory. The obsession for speed collides head on with the
science of safety. For the world's top motorcycle riders that race up
to 200 mph, one false move or malfunction can mean bone-crushing
catastrophe. To engineers, keeping these fearless racers alive is an
extreme challenge. Now, hear firsthand remarkable near death crash
stories as the National Geographic Channel dissects some of the most
colossal motorcycle racing disasters of all time and reports on
breakthrough technologies that could change racing safety and bike
design forever.

"Dog Whisperer: Dexter and Nasir" (Patti LaBelle)

Friday, February 2, 2007 at 8:00 PM ET/PT (World Premiere)

A massive 150-lb. beast protects the home of one of music's most beloved performers. Nasir, a South African boerboel, is one of the dogs
guarding the home of legendary recording artist and two-time Grammy
winner Miss Patti LaBelle. But she rarely comes too close to him - out
of utter fear. Fearing his aggression could lead to an attack, Patti
has actually contemplated having him put down. Before making such a
drastic decision, Patti wants to give Nasir a chance so she brings in
the man she calls "a miracle worker": Dog Whisperer Cesar Millan. But
can Cesar create a harmonious connection between the inspiring singer
and the intimidating beast? Also in this episode, Cesar heads to the
Windy City to help an artist of another kind rein in her out-of-control
dog. Chicago art teacher Mary Jane has adopted a 6-year-old
rottweiler/shepherd mix named Dexter with what seems like a dual
personality. Inside the home, he is gentle, but on the street he lunges
at bicyclists, skateboarders and cars. Cesar asks Mary Jane to approach
this common problem with the inspiration of a creative mind and helps
the artist paint a new picture of her future with Dexter. For more
information, visit:ngcdogwhisperer.com.

"The Animal Extractors: Race Against Time"

Friday, February 2, 2007 at 10:00 PM ET/PT (World Premiere)

Meet a wildlife agent near Seattle, who races against time in an
emergency search for an injured bear cub who has been hit by a car. Can
he find it and get it to safety before it's too late? Also in the
episode, a pair of feisty raccoons are extracted from a suburban garage
in Chicago, an alligator control agent tries to capture an alligator
that has been living in a West Palm Beach, Florida golf course and snake
removal experts help a young Californian family in rattlesnake danger.

Additional primetime highlights include:

Monday, January 29, 2007:

"Ultimate Earthquake"

8:00 PM ET/PT

One of the most unpredictable and destructive forces in nature, an
earthquake can transform a busy city into a scene of devastation and
chaos in a few earth-shattering seconds. Half of the world's population
lives within the deadly striking distance of a major fault line and as
the growth in population continues, so does the number of potential
casualties. Join the National Geographic Channel as Ultimate Earthquake
examines the seismic activity of the world's deadliest earthquakes and
how their crushing forces continue to build.

"Ultimate Tsunami"

9:00 PM ET/PT

Traveling at speeds up to 600 mph and reaching monstrous heights over
1,700 feet, a tsunami can span thousands of miles wide and destroy
anything that gets in its way. But what are the right conditions needed
for a tsunami to become so colossal? Where and when will the next big
Tsunami hit? Using archival footage, advance CGI and expert interviews,
the National Geographic Channel investigates the science behind the
Ultimate Tsuami. Through in-depth analysis, a team of scientists
uncover that the next tsunami disaster may happen sooner than we
anticipate.

"Ultimate Tornado"

10:00 PM ET/PT

In 1997, the residents of Jarrell, Texas saw firsthand what kind of
damage a tornado is capable of when a twister hovered over their town -
grinding buildings to pieces and killing 27 people. Now, Ultimate
Tornado investigates events like Jarrell and other abnormal tornadoes.
With the help of expert testimony and stunning CGI, as well as the
biggest tornado vortex machine in the world at Iowa State University,
the National Geographic Channel looks deep inside to see what makes a
tornado so destructive.

Tuesday, January 30, 2007:

"Sturgis: Hell on Wheels"

8:00 PM ET/PT

It is one of the wildest weeks in America. Every year like barbarian
invaders, a half a million bikers swarm to the small town of Sturgis,
South Dakota. Sturgis: Hell on Wheels goes inside this annual gathering
to witness one of the country's longest-running and most outrageous
events.

"The Final Report: Getting Gotti"
9:00 PM ET/PT

On December 16, 1985, two reputed leader of the Gambino crime family are gunned down in front of a restaurant in New York City. The murders are a sign that competition within organized crime has entered a deadly new phase. Officials immediately suspect John Gotti, a captain in the
Gambino crime family is behind the blood bath. Even though he is already
the target of several investigations, it takes another six years to
convict Gotti of murder and racketeering. The Final Report: Getting
Gotti explores the inner workings of New York's crime families and the
FBI's strategy for cracking Mafia secrets. For more information, visit
ngcfinalreport.com.

"The Hunt for the Boston Strangler"

10:00 PM ET/PT (World Premiere)

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Wednesday, January 31, 2007:

"Explorer: Super Rig"

8:00 PM ET/PT

What does it take to build a Super Rig capable of surviving natural
forces on the scale of Hurricane Katrina? Join the National Geographic
Channel as Explorer goes inside this engineering marvel to see how it
succeeds where other rigs have failed. Drilling in some of the deepest
and most turbulent waters, this amazing machine has been built to find
the next great reservoir of energy and to withstand nature's fury.

"Seconds from Disaster: Space Shuttle Explosion"

9:00 PM ET/PT (World Premiere)

Description located above in Premieres section.

"Naked Science: Glacier Meltdown"

10:00 PM ET/PT (World Premiere)

Description located above in Premieres section.

Thursday, February 1, 2007:

"USS Ronald Reagan"

8:00 PM ET/PT

A ship nearly as long as the Empire State building is tall, the USS
Ronald Reagan is one of the newest members of the most powerful Navy in the world. A floating city for 6,000 officers and crew, this nuclear-powered vessel can run without refueling for more than twenty
years. The three million gallons of fuel it stores are for the 85 combat
aircraft on board - not to run the ship. With food storage space to feed
6,000 for three months, set sail on this "floating city" and witness
firsthand how it operates like clockwork - from the super high-tech
flight deck to the unique method of waste disposal.

"Mega Ship"

9:00 PM ET/PT

NGC jumps aboard a 134,000 ton Mega Ship and uncovers its bells and
whistles. Carrying precious cargo worth millions of dollars that is
cleverly loaded in more than 8,000 containers, this Mega Ship has to
negotiate her way through pirate infested waters of the Singapore and
Malacca Straits. From the height of the bridge, to the depths of the
engine room, to the state of the art computerized navigation system, the
National Geographic Channel follows this Mega Ship as it navigates into
one of the busiest ports in the world.

"Crash Science: Motorcycles"

10:00 PM ET/PT (World Premiere)

Description located above in Premieres section.

Friday, February 2, 2007:

"Dog Whisperer: Dexter and Nasir" (Patti LaBelle)

8:00 PM ET/PT (World Premiere)

Description located above in Premieres section.

"Dog Whisperer: JonBee, Violet & Hudson and Buford"

9:00 PM ET/PT

JonBee, a once-stray Korean Jindo dog, loves affection from his owners -
but only when they walk him outdoors. Inside the house, JonBee turns
into a vicious attack dog if anyone comes near him. His owners fear
that, without Cesar's help, they may have to give JonBee to a shelter.
Next, Cesar meets Hudson, an insane Dane. His family had two great
Danes they adored, one of whom died. Hudson was brought home as the
newest member of the family, but he has completely taken over the house,
even forcing his owners out of their own bed! Finally Cesar becomes
matchmaker to Buford, a "spoiled rotten" boxer who won't accept a new
mate since his former companion, Daisy Mae, passed away. Can Cesar help find the perfect bride for Buford?

"The Animal Extractors: Race Against Time"

10:00 PM ET/PT (World Premiere)

Description located above in Premieres section.

Saturday, February 3, 2007:

"Hunter and Hunted: Vanished"

8:00 PM ET/PT

An enormous saltwater crocodile attacks a group of tourists swimming in
the Australian outback. One of them, a 23-year old German woman,
disappears below the surface of the water, never to return alive. Why
were they swimming at night in water inhabited by crocodiles? Was their
experienced tour guide responsible? Hunter and Hunted returns to the
remote scene of the attack, interviews eye witnesses and examines
forensic evidence to discover some surprising and disturbing answers.

"Croc Country: Nest Raiders"

9:00 PM ET/PT

It's nesting season at the Koorana Crocodile Farm in Queensland,
Australia. The Levers are approaching their duties with extreme
caution, as sixty of their 3,000 crocs are pregnant. This farming
family will carefully collect the valuable eggs from the heavily guarded
croc nests and place them in an incubator. This farming family will
carefully collect the valuable eggs from the heavily guarded croc nests
to place them in an incubator and increase their survival rate - a
crucial process to ensure the success of the farm - yet an action seen
as intrusive by these protective and aggressive reptiles. Join the
Levers on their risky twilight excursions into the lairs of mother
crocodiles.

"National Geographic's Most Thrilling Moments"

10:00 PM ET/PT

Follow thrill seekers and adrenaline junkies on some of the most amazing
moments ever captured on film. Can you imagine driving into a hurricane
when everyone else is fleeing? Or descending into an active volcano?
Try paragliding through the Himalayas at 15,000 feet - or base jumping
off the world's tallest building. Meet people who suspend themselves
from hooks in their flesh - and others whose lives hang in the balance:
from a man on the verge of drowning in a flood - to critically-injured
climbers stranded on a mountain top -- to people at sea on a sinking
ship. It's a wild ride on National Geographic's Most Thrilling Moments.

Sunday, February 4, 2007:

"Secrets of the Freemasons"

8:00 PM ET/PT

It is a secret society that has shaped world events for more than 1,000
years. Members have been found everywhere from the World Bank to the
United Nations to the Pentagon to top ranks of major corporations. They
have been accused of controlling the money supply through the Federal
Reserve and throughout history they have been present everywhere from
the Boston Tea Party to the French Revolution. They are the Freemasons.
But who exactly are they? Why do they exist? Are they the architects
of a global conspiracy? And if not, how did these stories get started?
In Secrets of the Freemasons, the National Geographic Channel takes
viewers through a comprehensive history and development of this secret
organization up to its modern day existence.

"Search for Noah's Ark"

9:00 PM ET/PT

In Search for Noah's Ark, the National Geographic Channel investigates
the latest clues and competing theories that attempt to confirm the
biblical account of Noah's ark and the flood. From satellite imagery of
mountaintops to underwater geological surveys, Search for Noah's Ark
dissects the story's timeline from God's warning to Noah through the
floodwaters receding.

"Secrets of Revelation" :

10:00 PM ET/PT

It is both a horror story and the promise of eternal paradise - the
ultimate tale of good triumphing over evil. The four horsemen of the
Apocalypse and the beast numbered "666" unleash war and disease in
proportions never seen before, while hail, fire and blood rain down upon
the earth -- followed by the second coming of Jesus Christ. For
millions of believers, John's "Revelation," the final book of the New
Testament, is a precise blueprint of our future. Some even interpret
recent wars, natural disasters and devastation as evidence its
prophecies are upon us. But is there more to the "Book of Revelation"
than prophecy? Could it actually be the work of a strategic
revolutionary, constructing a coded political manifesto against the
oppressive Roman Empire? Secrets of the Revelation explores the series
of dreamlike visions and nightmarish scenarios contained within this
ancient and provocative text.