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African Connections Zamani Productions, Valeria and Rainer Doost take you inside African cultural practices in the Diaspora and the motherland, Africa. Some programming you might see
For more information please visit www.zamanirefuge.org or www.osunpriestess.com. Email Rainer Doost and Valeria Watson-Doost at valrainybiz@charter.net
Art Seen Asheville A forum for discussion about art and issues relevant to artists such as creative block, dealing with galleries, rejection letters, and installing an art show. Producer/Director, Ursula Gullow, visits an eclectic array of visual artists, writers, and performers in their studios in order to document the abundant creative talent of Asheville. "How to" demos, and humorous skits are sprinkled in to keep the atmosphere buoyant as well informative. Art Seen Asheville aims to develop a consciousness and advocacy for the arts in Asheville because creative expression is vital to this community.
Ashe-Vegas Music Television SERIES Producer David Connor Jones is shooting video of local and national bands here in Asheville and putting segments of their performance on URTV. If you want your band to be on URTV, but do not have the time to learn to produce your own show, zap David an email (dcj@halcyonpro.com), and, if he is available to come tape a few songs, he will do it. You can also submit a MiniDV cassette with your video and he will pull from that to get your band on the air. If you would like to know more about what bands ar playing on this week's episode, visit http://www.myspace.com/davidconnorjones To learn more about David’s video work please visit http://www.halcyonpro.com
Attica Cherry: The Anti-Show SERIES Late Night Programming - Viewer Discretion is Advised A very different talk/variety show–unlike what you have ever seen; and you just might learn something. “Attica Cherry; The Anti-Show” is a wild zany satire of a typical talk show with apocalyptic tendencies. Ranging from musical guests to mock commercials, the Anti-Show is the opposite of what you have seen before. It is uniquely outside of the dominant ideological norm. Tune in Saturdays at 11 pm to URTV to see just what the Anti-Host has to say and do.
The Baby Live SERIES Late Night Programming - Viewer Discretion is Advised Are you watching the Baby? Join Johnny Honcho, Tad Jackson, and their dedicated and professional crew every Wednesday night for an almost-live talk show extravaganza featuring amusing chit chat, news of the world, humorous skits, human guests, and titilating live music. If you are not interested in this show, please have your brain checked immediately by a professional brain doctor. He will write you a prescription and it will say "Watch the Baby every Wednesday night at 10:30 on URTV with your loved ones, unless your loved ones happen to be children, in which case, please put them to bed first." He is a thoughtful physician, but his handwriting is awful. Or maybe it's just your messed up brain. Did you think about that? Snap into the Baby!!! New episodes bi-weekly on Wednesdays at 10:30 PM.
Cinematics Cinematics is a 12 min show that will help you make your own short film. It's not your typical high school or college style courses. You will have fun while being taught these great step by step courses. The show will be hosted by Chris Weekly. Each week he will teach you the essential education and tools on making your short film. From pre-production to a finished product. By the end of the shows series of episodes, you should be able to produce a short film and get that golden award you always dreamed of. For further information about the show email cm@visionarymasters.com
Conscious Movement A mind-body-spirit exercise show that helps you soothe away the stress of the day. Instead of watching crisis and scandal on the six o’clock news, tune in, turn on and slow down with these mindful practices that enhance your life. Michael Clark and Accem Scott, teachers who have traveled to China to study the martial and healing arts, show you simple ways to relax, have fun and take care of your body at the same time. The core of the show is Tai Chi and Qigong (pronounced “chee gung”), Chinese exercises that combine gentle movement, meditation, self-massage and relaxed breathing. Tai Chi is a “meditation in motion” that brings balance and inner peace. Research has shown that it relieves stress, lowers blood pressure, increases immune function and improves flexibility. The producers are open to including all styles of conscious movement and invite teachers of Tai Chi, Qigong, yoga, dance, NIA, martial arts, drumming and related arts to contact Michael@HeavenAndEarthTaiChi.com to propose new 5-10 minute segments. Emphasis is on teaching viewers how to perform the exercises themselves. Monday-Thursday, 6 p.m. (www.HeavenAndEarthTaiChi.com; www.AccemScott.com)
The Ellen B. Show starring Ellen Braverman SERIES During Ellen’s weekly half-hour variety/talk show, Tuesdays at 8 pm, Ellen will interweave humor and seriousness. Each week Ellen and her guests will discuss such topics as the environment, politics, health, life/death, birth, religion, belief systems, dreams, etc. No topic is too big or too small for this talk show. Ellen is interested in everything her audience is interested in and more. Ellen will tickle your funny bone and touch your heart. Some upcoming topics include women on their own; dreams; acupuncture; belly dancing; death; and following your dreams. For more information please email ebsept@juno.com
Future Doc LIVE What is the future of medicine? James Biddle MD answers this question, one health condition at a time, in "Future Doc," a weekly health lecture series. Dr. Biddle has been practicing Integrative Medicine in Asheville for over 10 years, combining the best of advanced conventional and alternative medicine to help people recover their optimal health. Join us every Wednesday at 6pm for a live exploration of a complex and often controversial health topic every week, from Autism to Osteoporosis.
Jonathan's Journey SERIES Jonathan's Journey, a regular series on Sundays, is not so much a travel log as it is the personal spiritual journey of the producer, Jonathan Selby. Not only does he bring you up-to-speed on what he has learned and currently believes (though rather controversial), but he also takes you along as he explores new realizations and considerations as to the real meaning of life. This is a continuation and combination with his previous program Shawn's Cafe (Combined with Jonathan's Journey July 2008). Shawn's Cafe was a regular series looking back on and following the life of its producer, Jonathan Selby, who has led an interesting life so far and shows no sign of stopping. You can see through his eyes and hear through the ears of his camera as he travels about wherever the Spirit leads. He shares his own inner-most thoughts and feelings as he likewise seeks out others to share theirs as well with his personal interviews and "Surveys". This series will be a collage of his experiences and more. For more on the subject matter presented or contact information visit www.jonathanselby.com Airing Every Sunday Evenings at 5:00 PM
The K.C. Waters Show SERIES The K.C. Waters Show features philosophy, religion, detailed book reviews, and fantasy fiction material of K.C.’s own creation presented in a lecture like format. Other material is covered as well. The show utilizes unrelated background footage from nature to city scenes, and graphic artwork created by Judson Laird. Airing prime time, The K.C. Waters Show is produced by Robert Howland, AKA K.C. Waters. Judson Laird creates the graphic art work and helps with writing and filming.
The Mad Scientist Tea Party LIVE SERIES THE MAD SCIENTIST TEA PARTY IS AN ACTION-PACKED TEA PARTY, WITH NOTED GUESTS AND URTV MEMBERS ENGAGED IN DEEP PHILOSOPHICAL CONVERSATION, AND POTTY HUMOR... WE COVER ISSUES FROM WHAT TO DO ABOUT THE SPACE ALIENS THAT ARE RUNNING THINGS, TO SOLAR POWERED STEAM, AND EVERY ONE HAS A NICE CUP OF TEA... The only show that anyone needs to watch, in its time slot: THUR. & FRI. @ 4:00 pm SAT. & SUN. @ 2:00 am
Mount Dungeon SERIES Late-night Programming*Viewer Discretion Advised Mount Dungeon is an exquisite musicial experience of the televisual persuasion. Or to put it another way, it's a music television show. Imagine local music meets no budget TV meets found art video. Each week a different Asheville music act performs in the URTV studio in front of the bluescreen, with a varieity of backgrounds added in post production. The result has become one of URTV's most well recieved shows of the past year. "Weekley chroma-key freakout" are among the kind words that have been spoken. check out: compliment/insult us:
Never Ask Permission Late-night Programming*Viewer Discretion Advised Local DIY filmmakers John Bennett and Shawn Lukitsch of Agency Films present a new variety show focusing on some of the lesser known "finer things in life." Their vision of the show has been severely skewed by their obsession for skateboarding, train-hopping, live music, urban art projects, black-mail and kid-napping Internet vloggers. They will also be featuring short story film adaptations and spot lighting other filmmakers from around the nation. For more information please see www.theagentheadquarters.com
Old Red Beak Productions This eclectic program began by featuring the Slick Fields Series, a little known collection of cult contenders featuring the detective Slick Fields and his B-movie adventures with zombies, aliens, and the afterlife. Also featured are various shorts such as the B-musical monstrosity Damn You Beatrice, and episodes of The Snail Show, a deranged kids puppet play. The program includes concert footage from local artists such as Reductio ad Absurdum, Cannibal Unicorn, and the composer and pianist Nathan Shirley. You can find all this and more of what the producers can dig up on Old Red Beak Productions Thursday nights from 10 to 11 pm. For more information and to watch episodes online go to http://oldredbeak.blogspot.com
Pleasure Saucer SERIES Late-night Programming*Viewer Discretion Advised The public access television show they warned you about. A sexy sci-fi lounge show featuring the best in the Asheville underground and avant-garde.
Ralph's Stuff A 28-minute news magazine format program each week from local author, Ralph Roberts. Ralph's wide-ranging interests and strong sense of humor
Rapid Ralph Runs the Road SERIES “Ralph Runs the Roads” is a series of trip videos by local author and producer, Ralph Roberts. Original musical scores along with entertaining and informative commentary by Rapid Ralph turn these videos into useful works of art. Forthcoming shows feature the fascinating places of our Southern Mountains; Bryson City, Highlands, Franklin, Murphy, Sylva, Spruce Pine, Little Switzerland, Mount Mitchell, Reems Creek, Burnsville, Marshall, Mars Hill, and many others. Ride the roads with Rapid Ralph every week!
Selby Specials Jonathan Selby Keeps you up to date on current and unusual events, especially as they pertain to end time events. Look for these programs as they happen and be ready.
Southern Cuisine w/ Davyne Davyne Dial Productions of Southern Cuisine, takes you around the south to explore the rich and varied cuisines of the region. Starting in New Orleans and ending who knows where, the show will continue monthly til I run out of delicious dishes. All featured recipes can be accessed at http://www.davynedial.com/cooking.html
Spirit of Civitan TV Civitan has been a part of the Asheville community for 87 years. We promote Good Citizenship through our recognition programs and scholarship awards.
Tex Ralph's Westerns SERIES A weekly one-hour series featuring a complete B-Western movie each week.
The Trail Explorer The Trail Explorer is a show dedicated to the exploring the different types of trails found here in Western North Carolina. Van Burnette is the host and will share with you his vast knowledge of the natural environment that surrounds these trails. He will not only take you on hiking trails, but will include such things as the routes of vertical rock climbing, the rapids of white-water kayaking, and other adventuresome paths. Providing not only the details of the trails themselves, he will add narratives of the history, the flora and fauna, the geology, and the future of these trails.
Undercover TV SERIES Most people have little knowledge about how animals used for food, clothing, entertainment and experimentation are treated. Those who profit from their suffering go to extreme lengths to keep the routine and systematic animal abuse hidden from public view while spending a fortune on public relations misinformation campaigns. Undercover TV takes viewers where other shows won't: Behind the scenes at factory farms, vivisection laboratories, fur operations, puppy mills, circuses and other exploitive industries. Cruelty can't stand the spotlight, and Undercover TV exposes the reality about the egregious suffering of animals hidden behind locked doors. Visit us at www.UndercoverTV.org or contact us in Asheville at animalaction@bellsouth.net.
The Wallpaper Project SERIES Independent Media Artists of Asheville are Showcasing Artsy Multimedia Collaborations on The Wallpaper Project- Fridays at 11:30pm to Expose their Talents 1 : The experiential, often abstract and addictive use of media content as artistic decoration that stimulates the senses whilst engaging the basic aesthetic principles of visual communication and time based mediums; i.e. movement, lighting, rhythm, color, point of view, two and three-dimensional composition, texture, shape, balance, sound composition, storytelling, and text image relationships, for the simple fact that today's viewer of the media experience demand more ______ be put back in their ______. 2 : the Wallpaper Project is a grass roots initiative spawned by lack of outlets for local multimedia artists to exhibit work for substantial lengths of time and to viewers that may not have access to often site specific, one time presentations. The Wallpaper Project showcases multimedia projects produced by independent media artists. Wallpaper features: Film, Video, Photography, Animation, Computer Generated Motion Graphics, just about any media medium and format. Find the means to get involved in The Wallpaper Project and maybe you can start to help us all ______ in the blanks... Got media? Get it on! The Wallpaper Project is here for you...Check us out : Call for Entries : Request for Submissions ... at www.thewallpaperproject.com if you have questions or comments please email us at thewallpaperproject@charter.com
Words of Peace SERIES Words of Peace, brought to you by Inner Resources of Asheville, is a weekly series airing at 8:30 on Sundays on our own URTV channel 20. The Words of Peace series features Prem Rawat speaking to audiences from all around the world about the very real possibility of finding inner peace. Inner Resources of Asheville is dedicated to providing the opportunity for as many people as possible to hear his message. For more information, you may email them at AVLLocalInfo@aol.com
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