Television

Spanish soap operas share a few common characteristics with their American counterparts, but the length of stories and the amount of melodrama are quite different.

Iron chefs battle athletically in a competition as riveting as any football game

Memorable sitcom theme songs all share certain qualities. They're catchy, they reflect their era and they set up the theme of the show.

Learn about the history of Food Network TV and the hosts who have helped make it popular.

Two names top the list of best game show hosts: Barker and Trebek. Learn about their careers and accomplishments in television.

All past Project Runway winners have stuck with careers in fashion, only some of them have had more success than others. Which of your favorite winners have excelled in the fashion industry?

Know your soap opera history? Soaps grew out of the radio-drama tradition of the 1930s. Today, you'll find soap opera elements in many different kinds of TV shows.

TV sitcoms have been around as long as television sets themselves. Learn how comedy shows jumped from radio and evolved with changes in society and broadcasting technology.

Survivor the reality TV show has lasted nearly a decade in the United States, and longer abroad. Do you know how Survivor started, and how it became the show we watch today?

Do you want to start a talk show? Regardless of where you live, you can start your own show-you simply have to be able to reach and appeal to an audience.

Classic cartoons will remind you of why so many people enjoy animated shows. Whether your favorite is from the old black-and-white cartoon days or a modern classic, you'll find something for everyone in this list.

How can I vote for my favorite American Idol? If you want to be sure that your favorite Idol advances to the next week of competition, learn how to make the most of your vote-and make sure that vote counts.

The Food Network Challenge is one of the most entertaining reality television shows for cooking buffs. Be entertained by watching some very talented chefs work, and learn cooking secrets in the process.

Old TV cartoons can put you in touch with your childhood days, or they can remind you of why you're glad to grow up. Do any of these titles make you nostalgic for a simpler time?

ABC daytime soap operas are some of the most popular American soaps of all time. Learn some details behind the three long-running shows that make up ABC's daytime lineup.

Becoming the host of your own talk show isn't as difficult as you might think. Learn the five steps to hosting your own show and be on your way to becoming the next Oprah.

American Idol tickets are some of the hardest to come by. With intense security processes and a lengthy weight list, it requires following the rules and keeping your fingers crossed to see the likes of Adam Lambert and Kris Allen before they become industry hits.

When filling out a Deal or No Deal application, you'll want to think of ways to stand out in front of casting directors, as they are always looking for big personalities.