Marx and Venus is an Australian television comedy series broadcast on SBS TV. Set in Perth, Western Australia, the program is about two flat mates; John Marx, played by Bryce Youngman and Venus Hoy, played by Rhoda Lopez. Originally Emma Lung was to play Venus Hoy, but she pulled out of the project before filming.
The program premiered on 6 August 2007. Episodes of the show are only five minutes long, and it is generally shown around 8:30pm each Monday night.
The theme music for the opening titles is "Come on Come on" by Little Birdy.
A food revolution has hit Scandinavia! Adam Liaw heads farth north to investigate the cleanest, healthiest, and happiest part of the world, while immersing himself in Scandinavian Nordic culture, history and cuisine.
Archaeologists scan the jungles of Southeast Asia to uncover the rise and fall of the medieval Khmer empire.
Laser surveys lead the team to undiscovered jungle temples. A dirt bike mission to a mountain city holds clues to the origins of the empire and in Laos, ground penetrating radar reveals how kings take new territory.
This is the story of the Australian Army Training Team (Vietnam) who, from 1962 to 1972, fought shoulder-to-shoulder with the Vietnamese army and became the most decorated unit in Australian military history.
Jimmy Shu's Taste of the Territory is an eight-part series that takes you on a culinary journey to the multicultural melting pot of Australia’s Northern Territory. Host and celebrated chef, Jimmy Shu, explores the diverse food scene of tropical Darwin through the sights, smells, breathtaking landscapes and stories of the Top End’s most celebrated and hidden food communities. Join Jimmy as he lifts the lid on the family recipes of Darwin’s home cooks, tastes the street food and local produce of the famous Darwin markets and delves into the amazing flavours of Indigenous bush foods.
An aerial adventure along the world's most famous trade route, with drone visuals and satellite imagery bringing alive the rich history, long-lasting legacy and grandeur of the Silk Road.
Luke Nguyen circumnavigates southern India, discovering the sounds, colours and cuisines of the region, meeting local cooks and chefs, who introduce him to the world of Indian cuisine.
Jess Hill explores the contemporary sexual revolution seeking to bring about an era of 'enthusiastic consent' at a time when millions of Australians are living with an epidemic of sexual violence.
Throughout human history, there have been sinister desires driven by animalistic lust, and the Ancient Egyptians were no different. From Rameses II, who bent the truth and made himself a god on the earth, to Cleopatra, who engaged in incest and used her sex appeal as a weapon, this History Channel movie explores the dark side of one of the greatest empires in history.
From its beautiful old architecture and rich Portuguese, Chinese heritage to the bright lights of its luxury hotels and resorts, Justine will explore both the traditional and contemporary sides to Macanese cuisine. In this six-part series, Justine will cook her way across the city, sampling the unique street food, catching up with some of the finest chefs and whipping up a selection of delicious, original recipes inspired by the local produce. Join Justine on an urban adventure packed with fun and flavour as she unveils all that Macao has to offer.
Could you take on recipes from the biggest names in food? Dishing It Up takes you into the kitchens of Australian households as these home cooks attempt to replicate the latest gourmet dishes from Celebrity Chefs. They are ready for the challenge, a bit of chaos, and some laughs along the way.
Explores how the diverse cultures within Australia draw on their heritage when they cook. A feast for the senses, chefs and home cooks make use of exotic fruits, fresh vegetables, herbs, pulses, grains and flowers from Mother Nature.
Michael reflects on 180 years of royal fascination with the railways.
He recalls King George V and Queen Mary's Royal Train Tour in 1913 to the calm the militant north of England.
Maeve O'Meara showcases the diverse range of seafood dishes available across the globe, and delves into the customs of catching and preserving fish and all sea life.
Addicted Australia is a bold, brave and innovative Australian television first that shines a light on a growing crisis affecting millions of Australians – addicts as well as their families and loved ones - in a deeply powerful and personal way. Extraordinary, never-before seen access, is gained to the lives of a group of Australians and their families as they confront their addiction head on. Signed up to a unique holistic six-month treatment program, this series follows the heart-wrenching journey of 10 participants and their families from despair to hope and possible recovery.
Packed with fun, adventure and delicious local produce, Justine will swim, ride and hike her way around the islands in search of great food. Star of Australia's most watched cooking series everyday gourmet, Justine Schofield heads to the magical island of new Caledonia to explore its gastronomic wonders, tropical beaches and breathtaking natural beauty. Along the way she will also take time out to cook up a delicious variety of dishes inspired by the local, tropical and French influences that make New Caledonia such a special place.