AAPI streaming service GoldenTV, together with ChimeTV, the nation’s only AAPI English-language cable network, launches new programs this fall that place Asian-centric stories front and center, with even more to come in 2025, under the umbrella of the Golden Media family of companies.

“Audiences want and deserve more Asian-centric stories, some of the most celebrated and in demand content in entertainment today,” said Golden Media CEO Takashi Cheng. “These projects show that when you give API talent a chance to shine both in front and behind the camera, the result is a first-rate project that appeals to audiences worldwide.”

Leading the new fall lineup of unscripted originals on ChimeTV and GoldenTV is weekly entertainment show “THE TAKEAWAY,” hosted by Michelle Park. Covering trending stories in film, television, music, arts and culture, sports and more, and featuring in-depth interviews with API and non-API talent, “The Takeaway” airs weekly on Fridays at 8 p.m. PT (11 p.m. ET). Every Friday, pop culture enthusiasts can stay in the know about the latest trends, celebrity news and other developments in the AAPI community.

Just in time for Filipino American Heritage Month (FAHM) in October, fans of America’s favorite pastime will love “HARD 90 TO HOME,” the heartwarming documentary of a father and son's mission to nurture talented Filipino baseball players from around the globe through their organization, the Philippines Baseball Group, and affiliation with the Philippines National Team. The documentary follows the Filipino American family behind the program, baseball players and coaches at the 2024 Filipino World Series baseball tournament in Los Angeles, Calif. Filipino-themed content continues throughout the month with a series of Filipino short films and airings of the film “Manny Pacquiao: Unstoppable Force” and more.

November will kick off "FOLLOW ME AROUND," an original series that takes audiences into the green room, behind the camera and off the stage with notable Asian American personalities in the entertainment industry. Each episode gives an up-close look at the stress, drama and preparation leading up to a big event for an actor, musician, comedian or artist. In episode one, GoldenTV follows Chinese American comedian Tony Shriller as he prepares for his first-ever, half-hour comedy special at the world-famous Ice House in Pasadena, Calif.

Also currently in development and set to launch in early 2025 are new unscripted originals “STIR THE POT” with Kelly Mi Li, a one-hour series hosted by Li together with a rotating panel of guests in entertainment, discussing Asian food, culture, and hot topics, as they gather over hot pot in popular locations throughout Southern California. Also in development is the Daniel Wu racing docuseries “THE STUDENT DRIVER” directed by Evan Jackson Leong, following the acclaimed actor as he pursues his love of racing, plus music docuseries “CROSSING OVER” which follows the journey of an Asian American boy band’s climb to fame. More new programs to be announced. Fall 2024 lineup on GoldenTV and ChimeTV powered by GoldenTV follows:

NEW! Celebrating Filipino American History Month (FAHM) – CABLE / FAST / SVOD / OTA

• Friday, Oct. 11
  • 4p ET / 1p PT: Absolutely Albuquerque Eps. 1-8 (Filipino American)
  • 8p ET / 5p PT: FAHM Shorts Showcase
  • 8:30p ET / 5:30p PT: Manny Pacquiao: Unstoppable Force
  • 10p ET / 7p PT: Hard 90 to Home
• Friday, Oct. 18
  • 4p ET / 1p PT: Maddy & Dixie Take Sactown Eps. 1-8 (Filipino American)
  • 8p ET / 5p PT: FAHM Shorts Showcase
  • 8:30p ET / 5:30p PT: Manny Pacquiao: Unstoppable Force
  • 10p ET / 7p PT: Hard 90 to Home
• Friday, Oct. 25
  • 4p ET / 1p PT: Absolutely Albuquerque Eps. 1-8 (Filipino American)
  • 8p ET / 5p PT: FAHM Shorts Showcase
  • 8:30p ET / 5:30p PT: Manny Pacquiao: Unstoppable Force
  • 10p ET / 7p PT: Hard 90 to Home

NEW! Weekly Entertainment News: The Takeaway – CABLE / FAST / OTA / SVOD

• New episodes weekly on Fridays at 11p ET / 8p PT
• Program repeats at 11:30p ET / 8:30p PT on cable, FAST, OTA, and SVOD
  • Saturday at 11a ET / 8a PT & 11:30a ET / 8:30a PT
  • Sunday at 11a ET / 8a PT & 11:30a ET / 8:30a PT
  • Monday at 11p ET / 8p PT & 11:30p ET / 8:30p PT
  • Wednesday at 11p ET / 8p PT & 11:30p ET / 8:30p PT

Celebrating Halloween – CABLE / FAST / OTA / SVOD

• Kaiju Monster Movie Marathon (Godzilla films) starting 4p ET / 1p PT on Thursday, Oct. 31. (leading into Monsters and Martial Arts weekend marathon which starts at 12p ET / 9a PT on Saturday, Nov. 2.)

Celebrating Veterans Day – CABLE / FAST / OTA / SVOD

• Refugees Welcome plays at 8p ET / 5p PT on Nov. 11 and repeats at 8:30p ET / 5:30p PT. (Refugees Welcome documents how one Governor’s brave decision shaped the cultural fabric of a Midwestern state, with far reaching repercussions not only for the country but, generations later, for the fate of his own family.)

NEW! Follow Me Around ft. Tony Shriller – CABLE / FAST / OTA / SVOD

• Follow Me Around premieres on Nov. 29 at 10p ET / 7p PT

Celebrating Thanksgiving

CABLE

• IRON CHEF Original Iron Chef episodes – All Day Thursday, Nov. 28 & Friday, Nov. 29
• MARTIAL ARTS MARATHON Shaw Brothers films – All Day Saturday, Nov. 30
• MONSTERS 'TIL MIDNIGHT Godzilla films – All Day Sunday, Dec. 1

FAST

• MARTIAL ARTS MARATHON Shaw Brothers films – All Day Thursday, Nov. 28
• MONSTERS 'TIL MIDNIGHT Godzilla films – All Day Friday, Nov. 29
• MARTIAL ARTS MARATHON Shaw Brothers films – All Day Saturday, Nov. 30
• MONSTERS 'TIL MIDNIGHT Godzilla films – All Day Sunday, Dec. 1

OTA

• IRON CHEF All Day Thursday, Nov. 28 to Sunday, Dec. 1 – All Weekend

About GoldenTV

GoldenTV is the first streaming platform that combines Asian and Pacific Islander stories into one limitless, creator-centric home. It will offer everything broadcasted on AAPI cable channel ChimeTV plus exclusive interviews, event coverage and more. GoldenTV delivers Asian Pacific experiences online through its SVOD, OTA and FAST channels, and offline through live events such as the annual Unforgettable Gala. Follow GoldenTV on Instagram @getgoldentv.

About ChimeTV powered by GoldenTV

ChimeTV is the first and only 24/7 Asian and Pacific Islander English-language general entertainment channel, showcasing API culture through a diverse range of content including talk shows, docuseries, documentaries, cooking programs, creator content and cult classic movies. ChimeTV is available on cable in 41 U.S. states reaching more than 10 million households through the SPECTRUM TV® SELECT PLAN. Follow ChimeTV on Instagram @watchchimetv.

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