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BEST HOST - FAMILY FRIENDLY
Jill Wagner, Handcrafted America - INSP
In a world where most things are mass produced, INSP's new series reminds us
that artisans are still doing it the old fashioned way and producing stunning results.
Host Jill Wagner is enthusiastic yet authentic as she takes us behind the scenes
of the making of handmade items. While Wagner covers more traditional crafts
such as glass blowing and blacksmithing, she also tackles some more unusual
handiwork, from bicycle building to making steampunk lamps. In the end, Wagner
helps provide the historical and cultural details that keep it all interesting for those
of us who will never pick up a blowtorch or sewing needle.
Honorable Mentions
* Gil and Kelly Jo Bates, Bringing Up Bates - Up tv
* Beth Stern, John Sterling, Mary Carillo and Boomer Esiason,
Kitten Bowl - Crown Media Family Networks
BEST HOST - FOOD
BEST HOST - MUSIC
* Guy Fieri, Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives - Food Network
Mick Rock, On The Record
With Mick Rock - Ovation TV
A lot of music shows rely primarily on unbridled enthusiasm to sell the merits of this
ubiquitous and beloved art form that's so important to so many people across the
globe. That's all well and good. But what's interesting about Mick Rock is that he views
music through a uniquely calm (and sometimes even slightly jaded) lens. In fact, this
famous music photographer-who once spent weeks on the road with David Bowie at
the height of his fame-brings a certain honesty and refreshing amount of whimsy to
something that really stands out. With Rock, it feels like tagging along with a curious
statesmen determined to unlock the secrets of music without devolving into idolatry or
fandom. It's a slow burn to be sure, but one well worth the time.
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Giada De Laurentiis, Giada in Italy - Food Network
We fi nd it almost impossible to get bored in the kitchen when Giada De Laurentiis starts slicing, dicing
and advicing her way into our hearts. Yes, she's gorgeous. But De Laurentiis also projects a child-like
enthusiasm for everything culinary and good-almost as if she's on a mission to sing the praises of every
morsel she prepares. As the host of Giada in Italy, De Laurentiis transports viewers to the country of her
birth, introducing them to the family, friends and fl avors that inspire her life's work. Whether digging through
her grandmother's recipe book or exploring her grandfather's former pasta factory, Laurentiis exudes an
enthusiasm that is infectious. Nothing dampens her high-octane antics as she fl ashes her bright smile
even while working that elbow grease on the counter. Sure, cooking isn't really this fun. But we don't care:
Giada makes us all
want to believe, and
you know what?
We kind of do.
Honorable Mentions
* Andrew Zimmern , Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern - Travel Channel
Honorable Mentions
* Katie Daryl, The World's Greatest Tribute Bands - AXS TV
* Arsenio Hall and Kelsea Ballerini, Greatest Hits - ABC
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