INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The sixth and final episode of “100 Days to Indy,” a look at the IndyCar Series during the 2023 Indianapolis 500, is set to air at 9 p.m. June 8 on WISH-TV and the CW Network.
The hourlong show features the day of “the Big Dance,” with the 107th running of the Indianapolis 500 and 300,000-plus people watching the racers put everything on the line.
Stream earlier episodes of “100 Days to Indy” on The CW website. All of the episodes will be available online Friday.
- Behind the scenes of IndyCar docuseries ‘100 Days to Indy’
- Indy 500’s ending creates controversy and conspiracies
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Emmy Award-winning weekly series “Inside the NFL” is coming to broadcast television for the first time ever this fall.
The NFL Films-produced series will debut on the CW 8 WISH-TV at 8 p.m. Sept. 5.
This will be the show’s 47th season; “Inside the NFL” first premiered in 1997. The show features weekly game highlights, behind-the-scenes content, and exclusive access to NFL players. There is also a lively analysis of feature called “The Week in Review.”
Dennis Miller, president of The CW Network, said, “By combining this premiere NFL content with our robust broadcast audience, we look forward to bringing this legendary sports series to more fans than ever before and to advertisers for the first time.”
NFL Films cinematographers capture previously unseen angles and footage of game highlights and action for the show. That’s combined with the behind-the-scenes audio of game-making decisions to give viewers a backstage look at the NFL.
Ross Ketover, senior executive of NFL Films, said, “Generations of football fans have grown up watching ‘Inside the NFL.’ It is a show we cherish at NFL Films and we are thrilled to bring it to a great new partner in The CW. This is a special opportunity to reimagine and reboot ‘Inside the NFL’ for a wider audience and a new generation of fans. We can’t wait to get started.”
Past cast members of the storied program have included Dan Marino, Phil Simms, James Brown, Cris Carter, Cris Collinsworth, Brandon Marshall, Ray Lewis, Bob Costas, Jerry Glanville, Jimmy Johnson, Boomer Esiason and the late Len Dawson and Nick Buoniconti. Hosts and producers for the revamped 2023 edition will be announced at a later date.
Viewers can watch “Inside the NFL” on WISH-TV and The CW, or stream it on The CW App and at cwtv.com. The series is a way The CW is expanding its sports franchise footprint.
Get ready for the electrifying conclusion of “100 DAYS TO INDY” and The Greatest Spectacle in Racing, the 107th running of the Indianapolis 500. Who is better to share his incredible journey on and off the track than Indy 500 winner Josef Newgarden? The series finale of “100 DAYS TO INDY” is set to air on Thursday, June 8th at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT on THE CW.
Josef Newgarden is an American race car driver who competes full-time for Team Penske in the IndyCar Series. He has an impressive track record, being the winner of the 2023 Indy 500, the 2017 and 2019 IndyCar Series Champion, and the 2011 Indy Lights champion. With his talent and skill, Newgarden has become one of the most prominent figures in the world of motorsports.
Fans can catch the thrilling series finale of “100 DAYS TO INDY” and witness the culmination of months of preparation and a grueling race schedule leading up to the 107th running of the Indianapolis 500. The episode will highlight the massive undertaking of preparing the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for over 300,000 enthusiastic fans, making it the largest single-day sporting event in the world.
Leading up to the race, the episode will explore the main storylines of the season. Will Marcus Ericsson be able to defend his title and take another 500 away from Team Penske? Or will Scott McLaughlin and Josef Newgarden finally secure their first Indy 500 win? Additionally, fans will be eager to see if Arrow McLaren, led by four-time winner Pato O’Ward, can outperform its rivals on race day.
Directed by Patrick Dimon, the season finale promises to be a thrilling and action-packed event for racing enthusiasts and fans alike. Don’t miss out on the excitement as “100 DAYS TO INDY” concludes with the Indianapolis 500, the pinnacle of racing, on Thursday, June 8th at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT on WISH-TV. Be sure to spread the word and promote the series finale on social media to join in on the racing extravaganza.
“Children Ruin Everything” is a delightful and comedic series that captures the essence of parenthood and the sacrifices it entails.
Astrid, portrayed by the talented Meaghan Rath, and James, played by Aaron Abrams, navigate the challenges of raising their three children: nine-year-old Felix, five-year-old Vivian, and a newborn baby.
The show humorously juxtaposes the pre-parenting freedom with the chaotic reality of parenting, highlighting how children have a knack for disrupting and altering every aspect of their parent’s lives.
From finances to personal time, the series explores the unexpected and hilarious ways in which children can wreak havoc.
While longing for the carefree days of the past, Astrid and James ultimately find joy and fulfillment in the beautiful chaos of family life.
Meaghan Rath, an award-nominated actress, and producer, showcases her versatility and talent in her role as Astrid. She has gained recognition for her performances as Tani Rey in “HAWAII FIVE-0” and Sally Malik in the adaptation of the beloved U.K. series “BEING HUMAN.”
Meanwhile, Aaron Abrams brings his acting prowess to the character of James, having appeared in various television shows like “MASTERS OF SEX,” “THE L.A. COMPLEX,” “LONGMIRE,” and “HANNIBAL.”
Abrams is also involved in writing and producing films, including the Netflix hit “THE LOVEBIRDS” starring Kumail Nanjiani and Issa Rae. His contributions to the entertainment industry further solidify his reputation as a talented and multifaceted artist.
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The sixth and final episode of “100 Days to Indy,” a look at the IndyCar Series during the 2023 Indianapolis 500, is set to air at 9 p.m. June 8 on WISH-TV and the CW Network.
Expect a one-hour or two-hour end to the series.
On Thursday, the hourlong series premiere will re-air on WISH-TV at 9 p.m. The premiere episode looks at the rivalry among members of Team Penske and Chip Ganassi Racing during the first races of the IndyCar season.
Stream earlier episodes of “100 Days to Indy” on The CW website. The finale named “The Big Dance” will be online June 9.
Two-time IndyCar Series Champion Josef Newgarden joined “Life.Style.Live!” today to share about his racing journey and preview the new docuseries “100 Days to Indy.”
“100 Days to Indy” offers an inside look at the road to the Indy 500. Fans can watch the first episode of the series at 9 p.m. Thursday on WISH-TV and The CW.
Newgarden is one of many drivers highlighted in the series. “100 Days to Indy” follows drivers and teams as they prepare for the greatest spectacle in racing.
Newgarden has consistently performed at a high level throughout his career. Newgarden’s official website (josefnewgarden.com) provides information about his career, including his racing stats, news and updates, and a behind-the-scenes look at his life as a race car driver.
With the Indy 500 fast approaching, fans can follow along with Newgarden’s journey and cheer him on as he competes against some of the best drivers in the world. You don’t want to miss “100 Days to Indy.”
For more coverage of the Indy 500, visit WISH-TV’s Month of May and Motorsports pages.
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The first words of the new national documentary series about the Indy 500 belong to the sport’s most famous fan.
David Letterman offers a reverential riff on the roars, the race, and the promise of “immorality” for the winner.
Then, the show takes a sharp left turn away from tradition.
Much like the racers documented in the show, the producers of “100 Days to Indy” take a blisteringly fast and forward-looking approach.
In Episode 1, the show steers clear of nostalgia and well-worn storylines; there are no sepia-toned memories of decades long past, and most of the familiar fast faces of recent years make only fleeting appearances.
Instead, “100 Days to Indy” debuts by focusing on who’s at the wheel for what’s happening NOW.
The show is, as you may expect, a kinetic feast for the eyes and ears: thrills, spills, passes, crashes, cheers … and some cross exchanges, too. The cameras do not shy away from the conflicts in the corners that often get only a brief glossing-over in the broadcasts.
The key players in the first hour include Marcus Ericsson (the defending 500 champ), Josef Newgarden (the favorite for the series title) and Scott McLaughlin (the man looking to repeat as season-opening winner).
In the process, “100 Days to Indy” shows the stars in ways we’ve never seen but many have long craved: real people, with real lives and real families.
To that end, we meet the spouses/chief supporters of each of the Episode 1 lead characters.
- Moments at home with Newgarden give a glimpse at a warmth and softness many of us have never seen in his action hero image.
- McLaughlin, a New Zealander, shows such clear affection for his American in-laws (and barbecue with a beer) that he will almost certainly pick up a host of new fans.
- Ericsson’s segments tend to both reinforce what we know (He’s kinda quiet) while also giving a first glimpse of a gnawing within him that he does not yet receive the full measure of respect usually given to a 500 winner.
The storylines weave through the first race weekend of the season and tie neatly together in the end. It will be interesting to see if the producers can pull off the same feat each week: shooting enough material to build strong stories around whatever the race results turn out to be.
Speaking as a fan of the “old school” variety, I will say that “100 Days to Indy” does not seem to be aiming for my ilk. It is decidedly NOT a trip down memory lane to the ’50’s, ’60’s, 70’s, 80’s, or whatever decade we first fell in love.
Instead, the show clearly casts a wider net, inviting in viewers who may have never given the sport a look. The weeks ahead will tell if that strategy stays constant or changes from week to week.
For the moment, I think it’s fair to say that the Indianapolis 500 and IndyCar have never had this kind of exposure before — and, though it’s hard for this aging diehard to acknowledge it, coverage with a different kind of gearing may be exactly what the sport, its stars, and this city need.
“100 Days to Indy” debuts at 9 p.m. Thursday on WISH-TV and The CW.
News 8 Daybreak anchor Scott Sander is a lifelong fan of the Indianapolis 500, and will again be one of the voices on the IndyCar Radio Network for this year’s race.
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Due to breaking news coverage of the Donald Trump indictment on Tuesday night, Superman and Lois was interrupted and will re-air Thursday, April 6, at 9 p.m.
The show will air in its entirety.
Dulce Sloan, host of The Great American Jokeoff, joined us today ahead of the show’s premiere! Each episode features six of the world’s funniest stand-up comedians in a joke competition.
Watch the series premiere tonight at 9 p.m. on WISH-TV and stream tomorrow on cwtv.com.
Actor Grant Gustin who plays Barry Allen in The CW’s “The Flash” joined us on Monday’s Life.Style.Live! to talk about what viewers can expect to see this season.
The show is based on a crime scene investigator with super-human speed to fight criminals and others who have superhuman abilities.
You don’t want to miss this new episode!