Smithsonian Channel Continues Popular Shows: ‘Ice Airport Alaska’, ‘How Did They Fix That?’, and ‘How Did They Build That?’
Smithsonian Channel Renews Three Popular Series
Smithsonian Channel has announced the renewal of three of its well-received shows, further solidifying its programming lineup.
The Paramount-owned network will bring back Ice Airport Alaska, How Did They Fix That?, and How Did They Build That? for new seasons.
Ice Airport Alaska, produced by British company Rare TV, is set for its seventh season. The show takes viewers to Ted Stevens International Airport in Anchorage, Alaska, one of the busiest cargo airports in the world. The series highlights the challenges airport staff face, including severe weather conditions and unexpected animal encounters.
How Did They Fix That? is returning for its fifth season. Hosted by Mike Davidson and produced by the Canadian firm Attraction, the program showcases engineers and technicians confronting extreme challenges to maintain the operation of the world’s largest machinery.
Also returning for its fifth season is How Did They Build That?, produced by Curve Media. This season will feature actor Jay Ellis, known from Top Gun: Maverick and HBO’s Insecure, who took over as host in the second season after the inaugural season aired without one. The series aims to uncover remarkable engineering achievements from across the globe.
These renewals align with Paramount’s broader strategy to revitalize its cable networks under the leadership of George Cheeks, chair of TV Media at Paramount.
