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ON TELEVISION (THURSDAY 4/25/13)
FOOD: Giving You The Business (Premiere) at 10pm
DIY: House of Bryan (Finale) at 9:30pm
FOOD: Chef Wanted with Anne Burrell (Finale) at 9pm
LIFETIME: Project Runway (Finale: Part 2) at 9pm
MTV: Failosophy (Finale) at 11pm

There’s a new 24/7 reality show headed to NBC this fall. The Million Second Quiz, a live competition series to take place for 12 consecutive days and nights, will air in primetime and on NBCUniversal’s digital platforms, it was announced at the NBU Digital.Amplified event in New York last night. Contestants will test their endurance and battle it out in trivia challenges from a gigantic hourglass-shaped structure in New York City, which also serves as the living quarters for the four players in the game. Other contestants will try to unseat the reigning champs during primetime, as viewers will be able to play along at home in real time and win a chance to appear on the show. The winner will claim a prize up to $10 million. The series is produced by All3 Media America, Studio Lambert and Universal Television.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Another judge overhaul at American Idol? It’s been reported that the FOX series’ dip in ratings prompted producers to consider replacing Mariah Carey midseason with former Idol judge Jennifer Lopez. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the show backed off when Carey threatened legal action, if such plan was carried out. Nevertheless, the show still hopes to have Lopez return for its finale. In regards to the replacement rumblings, a FOX spokesperson called the whole thing a “ridiculous Idol judge rumor.”
(Source: Cynopsis)

Mad Men star John Hamm has been tapped to host the 2013 ESPY Awards. The show, which honors the year’s sports milestones, will be air live Wednesday, July 17 at 9p on ESPN from the Nokia Theatre at L.A. Live in Los Angeles.
(Source: Cynopsis)

Bravo Media is stirring up a new dose of culinary drama with Chef Roble & Co., premiering Tuesday, June 4 at 10p. Now that Roble Ali has established his Brooklyn-based catering company, season two follows his business as it continues to grow with high-end clientele, including musical artist John Legend, NBA star Tyson Chandler, and Phaedra Parks of The Real Housewives of Atlanta. In addition, there will be two new staff members: Roble’s personal assistant, Dan, a pastry chef who appeared on Hell’s Kitchen; and Jeorge, who rounds out the team as the new prep chef.
(Source: Cynopsis)

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