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Raise Your Kids AQ with the ZooMoo Channel and App

March 7, 2019 · Leave a Comment

There has been a lot of issues lately involving kids’ safety on the Internet which has led many parents to ban their children from using certain apps. Is TV a good alternative though? Not so much because there are many TV shows that are unfit for kids to watch too. But it’s good to know that kids can now have access to an edutainment channel called ZooMoo.

My son, Ziggy, and I learned all about ZooMoo last February 9, 2019 when we attended the launch at the Zoo Cafe at Ayala Malls Vertis North. Zoo Cafe was the perfect venue because it showcases animals in their decor. ZooMoo is all about animals too. In fact, ZooMoo is all about animals, all the time.

During the event, Ziggy was able to enjoy a few activities including face painting (he chose a dinosaur), coloring and answering an activity sheet.

The parents in attendance were there to listen to a panel discussion, led by environmental advocate Gregg Yan and lifestyle television host and mom Kelly Misa-Fernandez, on the importance of teaching kids about animals and nature at an early age.

The ZooMoo Channel

Let me share with you what we learned about ZooMoo.

ZooMoo is an edutainment channel that aims to raise children’s Animal Quotient (AQ) by allowing the them to explore the animal world, develop knowledge and affection for animals, leading to a life long love of conservation. It is a collaboration between some of the world’s foremost wildlife filmmakers, early childhood educationalists, and technology developers.

The channel’s line up comprises 1500+ self-contained shows that combine spectacular wildlife footage with a range of puppetry, animations, and narrative techniques that makes for a safe and unique viewing and learning experiences for kids. They follow 5 themes namely Explore Time, Create Time, Play Time, Puzzle Time, and Quiet Time.

Some of the shows include Leo the Wildlife Ranger, Lost!, Clawdia’s Amazing African Adventure, Piglet’s Adventure Machines, and Ninja Pop. The channel is currently available to SKYcable subscribers as an add on. Just choose to add channel 120 to your channel line up for only P20.00 per month via SKYcable Select.

The ZooMoo App

ZooMoo is also the first channel worldwide that has its own fully synced audio App that is a key educational tool and extension to the channel. It enhances the kids’ viewing experience by engaging them in a world of games, puzzles and activities that teach them about wildlife and conservation. Kids learn about the animals’ appearance, their sound, habitat, level of scarcity, superpower, and diversity.

They can look after and care for 300 animals on secluded ZooMoo island by feeding them, keeping them clean, watching real life videos, taking photos and more. It also uses ZooSync technology when you run the ZooMoo app to collect content from the television. It even has a Parent’s Page where you can engage with your kids and learn together without the pressure of scores, time limits or stress. There are no ads and no wifi required to use the app. You can get it via the App Store or on Google Play. We actually have the app already on our phones and our two sons really love using it.

With ZooMoo, you can rest easy that what your children are viewing are not only definitely safe and child-friendly but also very educational and entertaining too. Learn more about it by visiting the ZooMoo website and follow ZooMoo on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

Catch New Local Magazine Show IN HER SHOES on 2nd Avenue

December 23, 2015 · 3 Comments

Don’t you ever wonder about other women and the lives that they live? I often do.

I’m genuinely interested to learn more about others, especially women like me, because I want to know how similar or different my life is from theirs. It’s also just interesting to see how others live (which is why I love reality TV! Haha!). I mean, modern day Filipina women wear different hats as they juggle the many facets of their lives. It’s intriguing to know how they are able to do it all.

Luckily, there’s a new show on 2nd Avenue that’s all about that. As we all know, 2nd Avenue is the female entertainment channel for strong, successful women craving light and relatable programs that reflect their concerns, passions and interests.

Last Sunday, December 20, 2nd Avenue premiered In Her Shoes, an all-new 30-minute lifestyle magazine show that trains the spotlight on women whose passions are not limited to home, child-rearing, beauty and fashion. The show steps into the different lives of 2nd Avenue women as it takes a sneak peek into the distinct interests and cliques of varied archetypes of women – from bloggers, artsy types, the foodies, and the fitness buffs.

The show is hosted by China Conjuangco-Gonzales, who’s a chef, wife to husband Gino and mother to daughter, Lucia. Like me, China says she’s also curious about what other women do as they go about their lives.

In Her Shoes will feature four (4) main segments including:

Walk the Talk – A 3-5 minute mini-documentary feature on the personality of the week. This will capture the Archetype in her environment on a daily basis, supported with her answers from the interview questions.

The Hop – The host will get to try out a restaurant or any interesting place the Archetype usually goes to, or any of these type of women frequents to hang out.

The Stride – The host will present an activity that the week’s Archetype usually does or will take interest of.

Perfect Fit – The Archetype shares tips and tricks that help her live her life.

I find these segments very interesting and intriguing because it really seems like the audience will get to “step in the shoes” of these fabulous women that will be featured. I’m excited to find out who they will be so for sure, I’ll be catching the next several episodes.

In Her Shoes is on 2nd Avenue every Sundays at 6:30 p.m. but you can also catch the replays on the following timeslots: Mondays at 10:30 p.m., Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m., Thursday at 9:30 p.m., and Saturdays at 9:00 a.m.

For more information, check out 2nd Avenue on it’s Facebook page and follow them on Twitter and Instagram. Do join the conversation too at #IHSon2ndAve.

Explosive New TV Series, LIMITLESS, Airs on September 23 on RTL CBS Entertainment HD

September 21, 2015 · 12 Comments

I’m hooked on a number of shows on RTL CBS Entertainment HD. I just really love this channel because of their interesting and fun line up of shows. So, I’m always anticipating which show they’re going to introduce next.

I’m pleased to tell you that a brand new action-packed drama called LIMITLESS, the highly-anticipated TV series in the US this fall, will premiere on RTL CBS Entertainment HD on September 23, Wednesday at 9 p.m. (8 p.m. JKT/BKK) within 12 hours of its U.S. broadcast.

Last September 10, I got to watch the first episode of Limitless at a special media screening at MyCinema at Greenbelt 3. We were told that we were some of the first few who got to watch the first episode in advance and were asked not to divulge any information about the show until today. That’s how exciting it is!

Limitless is actually based on the feature film with the same title. It is an action-drama about Brian Finch, who discovers the brain-boosting power of the mysterious drug NZT. The series stars Jake McDorman (“American Sniper” and “Greek”), Jennifer Carpenter (“Dexter”), Hill Harper (“CSI:NY” and “Covet Affairs”), and Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio (“Scarface” and “The Colour of Money”). Academy Award nominee, Bradley Cooper is executive producing the series and will guest star in the pilot reprising his role as Senator Edward Mora, the character he played in the movie.

LIMITLESS is a fast-paced drama that will explore what happens when there are no limits to man’s potential as Finch is coerced by the FBI to use his newfound extraordinary cognitive abilities to solve complex cases for them. Working closely with Finch in the major case squad in New York City is Special Agent Rebecca Harris (Jennifer Carpenter), a formidable investigator with a dark past and Special Agent Boyle (Hill Harper), a former military officer and Rebecca’s confidant.

Unbeknownst to the FBI, Finch also has a clandestine relationship with Senator Edward Mora (Bradley Cooper), a presidential hopeful and regular user of NZT, who has plans of his own for his new protégé. Fueled now with a steady supply of NZT that enables him to use 100% of his brain capacity, Finch is now more effective than all of the FBI agents combined, making him a criminal’s worst nightmare and the greatest asset the Bureau has ever possessed.

LIMITLESS is executive produced by Craig Sweeny, Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci, Heather Kadin, Marc Webb, Bradley Cooper, Todd Phillips, Ryan Kavanaugh, Tucker Tooley and Tom Forman. Produced by CBS Television Studios in association with K/O Paper Products and Relativity Television, the series is internationally distributed by CBS Studios International.

Based on the first episode alone, I can already tell that this new series is going to be really thrilling. It really is fast-paced and makes the viewers curious to find out what happens next. I am so looking forward to discover to see what happens to Finch.

It doesn’t hurt that the actor that plays Finch is Jake McDorman. He’s a real cutie. He has been on a lot of TV shows and some movies already but the first time I really liked him was on Manhattan Love Story. I’m a so glad he’s back with a new TV series so that I can watch him again!

Big thanks to RTL CBS for this new show. Launched in Asia in 2013, RTL CBS Entertainment HD is the first channel of RTL CBS Asia Entertainment Network, the venture formed by world leading content producers, RTL Group and CBS Studios International. A general entertainment channel, it offers a balanced mix of reality, drama, comedy and daily programs and features exclusive first run content aired soon after the initial US broadcast including some of my personal favorites Under the Dome (which just ended last week), Extant, Beauty and the Beast, Entertainment Tonight, and The X Factor among others.

Don’t miss Limitless, first and exclusive in Asia, xpress from the US this Wednesday, September 23 already! Catch it on RTL CBS Entertainment HD on Sky Cable channels 53(SD) and 196(HD), Destiny Cable channel 53, Dream Satellite channel 17 and Cablelink channels 37(SD) 313 and 800 (HD).

For more information, follow RTL CBS Entertainment on Facebook and Twitter.

Extant Season 2 Premiering First and Exclusive on RTL CBS Entertainment HD

July 13, 2015 · 16 Comments

A couple of weeks ago, I shared with you here on the blog some news regarding the season 3 premiere of one of my favorite TV shows, Under the Dome. This week, I’m pleased to share another TV show premiering its second season on RTL CBS Entertainment HD, Extant.

But in case you don’t have the RTL CBS Entertainment HD channel yet, let me tell you something about it first.

Launched in Asia in 2013, RTL CBS Entertainment HD is the first channel of RTL CBS Asia Entertainment Network, the venture formed by world leading content producers, RTL Group and CBS Studios International. A general entertainment channel, it offers a balanced mix of reality, drama, comedy and daily programs and features exclusive first run content aired soon after the initial US broadcast including series Scorpion, Extant, House of Cards, Under The Dome, Elementary and Beauty and the Beast; talent competitions Britain’s Got Talent and The X Factor UK; and daily shows Entertainment Tonight, The Insider and The Late Late Show with James Corden.

Last Friday, July 10, I was invited by RTL CBS for the special media screening of Extant Season 2. Prior to this screening, I haven’t watched the series yet. But I’ve heard good things about it. The fact that Halle Berry is the main actress in the series also piqued my curiosity. So, I was really excited to watch it.

EXTANT is executive produced by Steven Spielberg and Halle Berry. It is a futuristic thriller about female astronaut Molly Woods, played by Halle Berry, who discovers she has unwittingly put the human race on a path to destruction.

"Change Scenario" -- Coverage of the CBS series EXTANT, scheduled to air on the CBS Television Network. Photo: Robert Voets/CBS ©2015 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved — “Change Scenario” — Coverage of the CBS series EXTANT, scheduled to air on the CBS Television Network.
Photo: Robert Voets/CBS
©2015 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved

In season 2, the threat that Molly thought was contained in space is now earthbound and spreading to become a major problem here on Earth. Jeffrey Dean Morgan (Grey’s Anatomy and Supernatural) adds an element of edginess in this season as cop JD Richter, who teams up with Molly to protect humanity.

Learning that Jeffrey Dean Morgan is part of Season 2 made me even more excited. You see, has been my crush since I first saw him on Grey’s Anatomy years ago. Hahaha! He’s just so …. sexy! Ever since then, I’m always on the look out for his appearances on TV or on film. So, you bet I’m not going to miss any episode of this show.

After the media screening, I spent the entire weekend with my boys catching up with all the 13 episodes of Season 1. I got hooked! It’s so good. We’re so into sci-fi shows at home lately and this one is seriously one of the best one there is. You never really know what’s going to happen next and who the real villains are. Everyone seems to have their own hidden agenda. It’s a little bit eerie but exciting too.

Halle Berry is, as usual, amazing in her role as Molly Woods. Plus, Pierce Gagnon, the “humanich” boy who plays her son, Ethan Woods, is so adorable too!

Season 2 of EXTANT promises more action with new showrunners Elizabeth Kruger and Craig Shapiro (Necessary Roughness) taking on the helm with series creator Mickey Fisher.

EXTANT Season 2 premieres first, exclusive and express on RTL CBS Entertainment HD on July 14, Tuesday at 9:55pm.

Don’t miss it!

With a dedicated feed in the Philippines that allows for better customization and support for local partners, RTL CBS Entertainment is the channel for family entertainment in the Philippines. RTL CBS Entertainment is available on Sky Cable Ch. 53 (SD) & Ch. 196 (HD), Destiny Cable Ch. 53, Cable Link Ch.37 (SD) & Ch.313 (HD) and Dream Satellite Ch.17.

Follow RTL CBS Entertainment on Twitter or Facebook for more updates!

UNDER THE DOME SEASON 3 PREMIERING FIRST AND EXCLUSIVE ON RTL-CBS ENTERTAINMENT HD

June 30, 2015 · 18 Comments

One of my guilty pleasures is watching TV. I watch at least one show every night to relax before going to bed.

Last year, after being invited to attend it’s season 2 premier, I got so addicted to watching Under the Dome on RTL-CBS. It was so good that my hubby and kids also got hooked too. From then on, we’ve been waiting for season 3 to be released. Well tomorrow it will be. Finally!

I actually got invited to the special screening again last Friday, June 27 at Greenbelt My Cinema. The media guests got to partake of the delicious buffet spread from Bizu. Yum!

For those of you who are not yet familiar with Under The Dome, here’s the gist.

UNDER THE DOME, based on Stephen King’s bestselling novel and executive produced by Steven Spielberg, tells the story of a small town that is suddenly and inexplicably sealed off from the rest of the world by an enormous transparent dome.

Season 3 follows the Dome’s descent on the sleepy town of Chester’s Mill, where inhabitants have been forced to adapt. As new dangers emerge, battle lines are drawn that will alter relationships in ways none of them could imagine. For this town, the true threat to the human spirit’s resilience is no longer just the invisible dome that has cut them off from civilization – but it is the enemy within.

Award-winning actress Marg Helgenberger joins the cast in Season 3 as therapist Christine Price who helps the town’s residents cope with all the events associated with the Dome’s descent on Chester’s Mill. UNDER THE DOME stars Mike Vogel, Rachelle Lefevre, Dean Norris, Eddie Cahill, Alexander Koch, Colin Ford, Mackenzie Lintz and Kylie Bunbury with Steven Spielberg as executive producer.

Seriously, it is one of the best sci-fi TV shows right now. It’s full of surprises, twists and turns that will really have you hooked! If you haven’t been watching it yet, I suggest you start from Season 1 so that you can understand it better. You’re not gonna be disappointed.

UNDER THE DOME season 3 will be aired on RTL-CBS Entertainment HD first and exclusive, express from the U.S. It will return on the channel on July 1, Wednesday (tomorrow!) at 9:55 p.m. with a two-hour premiere. Don’t miss it!

Don’t have RTL-CBS Entertainment yet? Get it already! With a dedicated feed in the Philippines that allows for better customization and support for local partners, RTL CBS Entertainment is the channel for family entertainment in the Philippines. RTL CBS Entertainment is available on Sky Cable Ch. 53 (SD) & Ch. 196 (HD), Destiny Cable Ch. 53, Cable Link Ch.37 (SD) & Ch.313 (HD) and Dream Satellite Ch.17.

Their line up of television shows also include House of Cards, Elementary, Extant, The Odd Couple, Beauty and the Beast, Scorpion, Your Family or Mine, ET, America’s Got Talent, Britain’s Got Talent and The X Factor among others.