Travel Channel (tv network)

At Trinity Site, varied views of atomic past

2013-04-28 00:00:00

It's called the Trinity Site, an expanse of baked-white land in the middle of the Chihuahuan Desert — the spot where "the gadget" was set off, launching an era of nuclear proliferation. Reactions to this place — the site of the world's first...

Flipping over redheads and cheeseburgers

2013-04-27 00:00:00

Used to watch that terrific show "Twin Peaks," and I remember the Kyle MacLachlan character saying we should all treat ourselves to a little something — or someone — every day. In his case, it was a nice piece of pie. In my case, it's a...

New Adam Richman series is among upcoming Travel Channel programs

2013-04-23 15:52:00

Viewers of the Travel Channel have no doubt come across Adam Richman abusing his body by undergoing horrifically unhealthy food challenges on his series "Man v. Food." But those worried about Richman's health can breathe a little easier. His new series,...

Fired TV news anchor A.J. Clemente explains his 'fireball shot' goof

2013-04-24 10:41:00

Second chances are rare in the TV news business, but fired TV news anchor A.J. Clemente could still get one after the current round of appearances to explain his expletive-laced on-air goof. Clemente appeared on NBC's "Today" show on Wednesday to talk...

Manuel Rojas dies at 79; El Tepeyac proprietor served up popular burritos

2013-02-13 21:40:00

In a city of thousands of humble taco stands and family-run Mexican restaurants, El Tepeyac Cafe in Boyle Heights gained legendary status for the gargantuan, chili-spiked pork burritos created by owner Manuel Rojas. In the kitchen at 3 a.m., seven...

Producers Guild Awards 2013: The complete list of nominations

2013-01-02 14:53:00

"Skyfall" became the first James Bond film to ever receive a nomination from the Producers Guild of America, as its producers and those of�"Argo," "Beasts of the Southern Wild," "Django Unchained," "Les Miserables," "Life of Pi," "Lincoln," "Moonrise...

Griffith Park was the most popular film location again in 2012

2013-01-01 18:00:00

Griffith Park, Point Dume, the 6th Street Bridge near downtown L.A. and a former community hospital in Boyle Heights reputed to be haunted ranked among the most popular film locations in 2012, according to a new survey. Eight of the top 10 sites for...

Producers Guild unveils nominees for TV and digital series awards

2012-11-28 11:47:00

The Producers Guild of America announced Wednesday the television series and specials and digital series nominated for the 24th Annual Producers Guild Awards -- and there are some new faces and switch-ups. In the drama category,� "Breaking Bad" will...

McKamey Manor: As one haunted era ends, another begins

2012-10-29 07:30:00

Halloween is my favorite time of year. And I love to be scared. Over the years, I've been through my fair share of theme park mazes, independent haunted attractions and backyard spookfests. I even dress up every Halloween as a chainsaw-wielding maniac...

Haunted City

2012-09-04 12:59:00

Halloween in Las Vegas is truly a month-long affair, but this year the fun begins even earlier than usual. From family-friendly frights to sinfully sexy soir�es, here’s a look at some of Sin City’s most happening Halloween haunts. Sinful...

Sky High

2012-06-05 12:43:00

Named the among the Travel Channel’s “10 Best Helicopter Thrills,” Maverick Helicopters offers V.I.P.-level tours of everything from the Grand Canyon to the Hoover Dam. Experience a nighttime Vegas Strip helicopter tour for $99 and fly...

Top thrill rides compete in Travel Channel's 'Insane Coaster Wars'

2012-06-26 06:30:00

The new "Insane Coaster Wars" coming to the Travel Channel this summer lets viewers take a virtual ride on many of the best roller coasters in the United States right from the comfort of their living room couch. PHOTOS: 24 rides competing in "Insane...

Premieres: Sunday, May 26 on Travel Channel Why we're watching: Think "Pimp My Ride," but with mansions on wheels. Bret Michaels didn't get his due on "Celebrity Apprentice," so we'll tune in to see him turn mobile homes into rock star status tour RVs.

2013-05-13 00:00:00

Premieres: Monday, July 1 on Travel Channel Why we're watching: Who ever tires of seeing Chef Andrew Zimmern travel around eating appalling things? No one, that's who. And the fact that he keeps doing it in our own backyard makes it all the more [not] tantalizing. Don't try this at home, kids.

2013-05-13 00:00:00

Travel Channel personality Adam Richman.

2013-04-23 15:33:00