DVR Digest is a weekly column that highlights 10 hours of programming SLING subscribers can record to fill up their complimentary Cloud DVR Free service. Check out this week’s best picks below.
Street Outlaws: Memphis
Monday, March 23, 8pm ET
Discovery Channel
The crew of racers in Memphis once again takes the wheel in the latest edition of Discovery’s long-running Street Outlaws franchise. According to Discovery, this season will see the crew “tested like never before.” Unlike most others, this sounds like a fun test!
Dark Side of the Ring
Tuesday, March 24, 9pm ET
VICE
As much as we all love pro wrestling, it’s important to recognize the difficult circumstances that former wrestlers often face when their careers fade. The VICE docu-series Dark Side of the Ring is back for its second season on Tuesday, and it’s kicking off with a two-parter focusing on the heartbreaking story of Chris Benoit.
Peyton’s Places
Tuesday, March 24, 7pm ET
ESPN2
Hot on the heels of this weekend’s Tom Brady Day, legendary quarterback Peyton Manning gets his own spotlight Tuesday on ESPN2. In addition to highlights from some of his most iconic games, the network will be airing a linear marathon of five episodes of Peyton’s Places, his ESPN+ show, beginning at 7pm ET. If you’re a sports fan going through withdrawals, this is a great way to utilize your DVR.
Eating History
Wednesday, March 25, 10pm ET
HISTORY
If the current situation has you considering the consumption of food well-past its expiration date, consider yourself lucky: Food expert Old Smokey and collector Josh Macuga — the stars of the new HISTORY show Eating History — are cracking open cereal boxes and food tins that are decades, not months, past their use-by date. Nothing like eating Cold War-era Corn Flakes to put the present crisis in context.
CMT Crossroads: Halsey and Kelsea Ballerini
Wednesday, March 25, 10pm ET
CMT
The long-running music show CMT Crossroads pairs country artists with those from other genres for a special live performance. The latest edition looks particularly compelling, with country-pop breakout Kelsea Ballerini teaming up with pop superstar Halsey for an hour-long showcase of their talents. Check out a performance of Kelsea’s new single in the video above.
Pandemic: COVID-19
Wednesday, March 25, 10pm ET
Discovery/ Science Channel
One of the most frustrating things about the coronavirus crisis has been a lack of clear and reliable information. Discovery is looking to change that with their Pandemic: COVID-19 special, which will bring in a panel of experts to cover everything from the virus’ origins to the long term outlook for both the U.S. and the globe. The special will also air concurrently on the Science Channel.
The Great Food Truck Race
Thursday, March 26, 8pm ET
FOOD Network
Now in its 12th season, The Great Food Truck Race showcases some of the best culinary experiences on 4-wheels. The new season kicks off with host Tyler Florence challenging seven LA-based teams to “make and sell luxe versions of traditional food truck fare” including everything from “private plane hors d’oeuvres” to “champagne-infused main dishes.”
Hogan’s Heroes
Saturday, March 28, 1:30pm ET
Sundance TV
As we work our way through the coronavirus crisis, many of us are becoming reacquainted with old favorites for comfort. For those of a certain age, Hogan’s Heroes reruns will certainly scratch that itch. If you’re too young to remember, the show was about WWII POWs attempting to escape a Nazi prison camp. Did we mention it’s a comedy? With a marathon scheduled for this weekend and Sundance TV in free preview, now a good time to check it out.
Dr. Oakley, Yukon Vet
Saturday, March 28, 9pm ET
Nat Geo WILD
And finally, there are few things more comforting than animals in a time of crisis. Season 8 of the popular Nat Geo WILD show Dr. Oakley, Yukon Vet recently premiered and with the network now in free preview, you can record new episodes every Saturday at 9pm ET. Dr. Oakley is a great example of how to keep a cool head when facing difficult situations. The cure? Remain calm and keep Slinging!
