The Hub recently issues the following full press release regarding their 2011-2012 programming schedule.

The Hub Television Network Unveils Robust 2011-12 Program Schedule, Building on Success as Destination for Kids and Their Families

"Scrabble Showdown," "Majors & Minors," "The Game of Life," "The Aquabats Super Show" and Warren Buffett Animated Specials Among New Action-Adventure, Family Games, Music, Comedy Series to Join Lineup

Returning Series Include "Transformers Prime," "Dan Vs.," "Family Game Night," "R.L. Stine’s The Haunting Hour: The Series," "My Little Pony Friendship is Magic"

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A music competition for kids, family game shows based on iconic, beloved brands, and an animated Warren Buffett are among the nine new original programs that will join ten returning popular series with new episodes in the 2011-2012 program lineup on The Hub television network, a destination for kids and their families. Announcement of the network’s continued ambitious strategy of original programming – which includes 425 half-hours of new production, on a single network in one television season -- was made by Margaret Loesch, President and CEO, The Hub, in advance of the network’s upfront meeting with advertisers in New York Thursday evening.

The Hub, a joint venture of Discovery Communications and Hasbro, Inc., was re-branded on October 10, 2010, and is available to 60 million U.S. cable and satellite households.

"In the short period of time we’ve been a newly branded network, we’ve seen that our strategy of providing quality, engaging entertainment to kids and their families — in an environment where they can watch and enjoy programs together -- is exactly the right space for us," said Ms. Loesch. "We have a tremendous advantage with strong, proven brands, and we are working with some of the best creative minds to bring those brands to life across multiple platforms and also to create new properties that will become future brands. The programs that we are announcing today will add strength, dimension and excitement to a schedule that is already resonating with viewers and building an extremely loyal audience."

The Hub’s lineup of new series and returning series with new episodes -- live-action and animated -- will join a schedule that will also feature a wide range of acquired series and popular family movies, all targeting children 6-11 and providing opportunities for children to watch programs together with their families.

New, original series on The Hub for 2011-2012: (in alphabetical order)

"The Aquabats Super Show" (Hub Original Series)
From the creators of "Yo Gabba Gabba" comes this quirky comedy adventure show featuring the popular rock band The Aquabats. A hybrid of concert footage, live-action skits and animation, the Aquabats battle evil with music and superhero powers unlike any seen before. The Aquabats are a touring band with five albums currently released. Produced by FremantleMedia Enterprises and The Magic Store.

"Blythe Loves The Littlest Pet Shop" (Hub Original Series, working title)
Inspired by the beloved "Littlest Pet Shop" brand, Blythe moves to the city and discovers that her new apartment is where her neighbors’ pets come to play when their owners are away. In this animated series, Blythe befriends the pets and introduces them to a world of adventures just outside their door. Produced by Hasbro Studios.

"Clue" (Hub Original Miniseries)
Inspired by the iconic family game brand, this live-action series features six teens who are brought together when they believe they’ve witnessed a terrible crime. As a team, they discover conspiracy theories and cover-ups dating back centuries! They must work together to solve one mystery, only to realize that they may have opened a Pandora’s Box. Produced by Hasbro Studios.

"The Game of Life" (Hub Original Series)
The live-action family game show "The Game of Life" will be presented in an entirely new way as each family team gets a chance at the iconic spinner and hops in the car for a one-of-a-kind journey through a larger-than-life virtual world. Hosted by comedian Frank Nicotero (co-host of "The Sharon Osbourne Show," "Street Smarts," and Yahoo! TV’s "Primetime in No Time"). Produced by Hasbro Studios.

"Kaijudo: Rise of the Duel Masters" (Hub Original Series, working title)
In this animated series inspired by the wildly popular trading card game, "Duel Masters," a 14-year-old boy discovers a secret world in which mind-blowing creatures rule! These creatures harness special powers that if unleashed, could destroy the world as we know it. It is up to the boy to master his abilities in the ancient art of Kaijudo to protect their world and his own. Produced by Hasbro Studios.

"Majors & Minors" (Hub Original Series, working title)
This groundbreaking reality series follows 16 talented young performers as they are mentored by the biggest and most established artists in the music industry. While no one is ever voted off, one lucky "star-in-the-making’ will claim the final prize of a recording deal with the RCA/Jive label group and an opportunity to be featured in a cross-country concert tour. Among the musical artists already scheduled to participate are Leona Lewis, Jordin Sparks, Sean Kingston and Ryan Tedder (of One Republic). From Evan Bogart, the songwriting hit-maker for music stars Rihanna and Beyonce, and top TV producers Tim Bogart and Gary A. Randall, the series is produced by The Boardwalk Entertainment Group in partnership with Sony Music's RCA/Jive Label Group and BMI.

"Rescue Bots" (Hub Original Series, working title)
Inspired by the iconic "Transformers" brand, a group of Autobots, too young to protect humanity alongside Optimus Prime and his team, are partnered with a close-knit human family of first responders. Together, they learn teamwork and heroism alongside their new human friends in this animated series produced by Hasbro Studios.

"Scrabble Showdown" (Hub Original Series)
The world’s most popular word game comes to life in this new game show in which families use teamwork to solve a variety of word games and puzzles that test their speed, spelling and vocabulary for points and prizes. The live-action series is hosted by Justin Willman ("Hubworld," Food Network’s "Cupcake Wars"). Produced by Hasbro Studios.

"Secret Millionaire’s Club" (Hub Original Series of Specials)
The Hub will air four half-hour specials of Warren Buffett’s "Secret Millionaire’s Club," a new animated series created by one of the most successful investors in the world. Warren Buffett is a secret advisor to a group of kids who learn about business and how the world around them works. Through a series of adventures, kids learn basic business principles, and discover that the most valuable investment they can make is an investment in themselves. Created in partnership with and voiced by Mr. Buffett himself. Produced by A Squared Entertainment and Andy Heyward, former CEO of DIC Entertainment.

New acquisition

"Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?"
From Mark Burnett, "Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader?" is an atypical game show that measures adults' lack of knowledge – as revealed by how much they've forgotten since grammar school. Jeff Foxworthy hosts the half hour as grownups find themselves in a classroom setting, revisiting their youth, as they tackle subjects they were taught years ago ranging from art to geography and math to social studies. The live-action series premiered on FOX in 2007 followed by all-new episodes in syndication. 309 half-hour episodes have been acquired by The Hub. Distributed by Twentieth Television.

Returning series with new episodes on The Hub for 2011-2012: (in alphabetical order)

"The Adventures of Chuck & Friends" (Produced by Hasbro Studios)

"Animal Mechanicals" (Produced by Halifax Film, a DHX Media Ltd. Company)

"Dan Vs." (Produced by Film Roman in association with The Hatchery, LLC)

"Family Game Night" (Produced by Hasbro Studios)

"My Little Pony Friendship is Magic" (Produced by Hasbro Studios)

"Pound Puppies" (Produced by Hasbro Studios)

"R.L. Stine’s The Haunting Hour: The Series" (Produced by The Hatchery, LLC, in association with Front Street Pictures)

"Strawberry Shortcake’s Berry Bitty Adventures" (Produced by American Greetings Properties)

"Transformers Prime" (Produced by Hasbro Studios)

"The WotWots" (Produced by Pukeko Pictures LLP)

THE HUB is a multi-platform joint venture between Discovery Communications (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) and Hasbro, Inc., (NASDAQ: HAS) with a goal of entertaining, enlightening, empowering and educating children and their families. The cable and satellite television network features original programming as well as content from Discovery's library of award-winning children's educational programming; from Hasbro's rich portfolio of entertainment and educational properties built during the past 90 years; and from leading third-party producers worldwide. The Hub lineup includes animated and live-action series, specials and game shows, and the network extends its content through a robust and engaging online presence, www.hubworld.com. The Hub rebranded from Discovery Kids on October 10, 2010, and reaches approximately 60 million U.S. households. The Hub logo and name are trademarks of Hub Television Networks, LLC. All rights reserved.

You can visit The Hub on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/#!/hubtvnetwork 

We told the world about the name Airachnid when Hasbro first applied for a US Trademark, which failed, for the name.  Well now Airachnid is set to make his debut in Transformers Prime, in the episode Predatory.

TVGuide (Americia) lists : Episode Synopsis: Arcee must protect Jack when a routine mission is complicated by Airachnid's arrival

I have updated both Transformers-Prime.com and Transformers At The Moon with an image gallery and review / synopsis of the latest episode of Transformers Prime, episode 9 Convoy.

The image gallery contains 336 stills taken from the show in high resolution and can be found within the resources section of Transformers-Prime.com and the Cartoon section of Transformers At The Moon.  You can find direct links to the galleries here on Transformers-Prime.com, and here on Transformers At The Moon.

Transformers-Prime.com uses a fancybox style image gallery which can often make it easier to view the images.  You can also use your keyboard to toggle between the full size and scaled versions of the images by using the up and down cursor keys on your keyboard.

The Hub have sent out a small PR email that contains tow images from episode 9 of Transformers Prime.  The "exclusive" images are not really exclusive to anyone as The Hub's mail distribution is quite wide at the moment to draw interest towards the show.  The new episode, which will air tomorrow, is called Convoy and the images show Optimus Prime in vehicle mode complete with a trailer.  You can view the images below.

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HubWorld has added a new Transformers Prime feature to their website, Raf's Notes! 

This is designed to be an in-character "behind the scenes at Autobot base" look at Transformers Prime.  The official spiel follows;

What if you could have secret access to the Autobots' base, getting the inside scoop on their latest missions and battles with the Decepticons? Well, that's Raf! He's got full access to all things Autobots, and he's taking notes.

We scored you exclusive access to his laptop, so now you can peek over his shoulder and see what's really happening behind the scenes. (Just don't tell him we gave you the secret password, or he might hack our system.) Check out Raf's Notes every week -- EXCLUSIVELY--here on HubWorld.com!

MSN TV have released the title for Transformers Prime episode 11, Speed Metal.

The episode aires on the 8th of April, with a three week gap after episode 10.

We have updated both www.transformers-prime.com and Transformers At The Moon with an episode summary and high resolution images from the latest episode of Transformers Prime.  There are over 400 images all at 1280x720 resolution for your viewing pleasure.  You can find the gallery at Transformers-Prime.com or here on Transformers At The Moon.

The episode saw the introduction of two new characters, Wheeljack for the Autobots and Makeshift for the Decepticons

A video has been posted on You Tube of a commercial for Transformers Prime Episode 8 Con-Job, showing off Wheeljack.

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YouTube user TheRobotAssassin has posted a short preview of this weeks Transformers Prime episode "Con Job".  You can view the video using the plug-in below.

TFWiki has received an image of Transformers Prime Wheeljack.

Wheeljack is set to guest in the next Transformers Prime episode, episode 8 titled Con-Job

I have added my full episode guide and image gallery of the 7th episode of Transformers Prime, entitled Scrapheap to both Transformers-Prime.com and Transformers At The Moon.

The episode saw the introduction of the Scraplets, did not feature any Decepticons but contained several nods to previous Transformers series include Generation One and Transformers Animated.  The review contains 354 high resolution screen captures that were taken at 128x720 resolution.

MTV and The Hub's facebook page ­have both been updated with a short clip from Transformers Prime Episode 7 Scrapheap

The Hub has issued the following press release regarding Transformers Prime's return to The Hub this past week.

Highly Anticipated Series Premiere of TRANSFORMERS PRIME on The Hub Blasts Ratings

-- Episode is The Hub’s Best-Ever Series Premiere; Generates Quadruple Digit Percentage Gains Across Key Demographics --

(Los Angeles, Ca.) The lure of the ongoing battle between the Autobots and the Decepticons for control of the Earth, and the introduction of a new character drove huge ratings increases with the Friday, February 11, premiere of the series "Transformers Prime" on The Hub, a television network for children and their families. The Hub is a joint venture between Discovery Communications and Hasbro, Inc.

The strong performance of the eagerly awaited CGI-animated series from Hasbro Studios, which included the unveiling of the newest character, Skyquake, was the best-ever series premiere for The Hub among Households. The episode also generated massive time period increases versus prior four-week averages across virtually all of the network's key target demographics including Kids 2-11 (+1350%), Kids 6-11 (+1250%), Adults 18-49 (+2700%), Women 18-49 (+4000%), Persons 2+ (+1618%) and Households (+1333%). Also, Men 18-49 increased by +2050%.

In addition, the strong performance of "Transformers Prime" boosted significantly the audiences for its lead-in and lead-out series versus prior four-week averages. "G.I. Joe Renegades" (6 p.m. ET) delivered solid gains among Kids 2-11 (+51%), Kids 6-11 (+64%), Boys 2-11 (+86%), Boys 6-11 (+76%, 30,000), Adults 18-49 (+108%), Women 18-49 (+100%), Persons 2+ (+54%) and Households (+85%). "Family Game Night" (7 p.m. ET) saw increases in key demographics including Kids 2-11 (+23%).

Highlights for the week include:

Programming Highlights, "Transformers Prime":

* Friday's series premiere of "Transformers Prime" (6:30 p.m. ET) was The Hub's best-ever regular series premiere by delivery with Households (172,000).

* Quadruple-digit percentage time period (Fri, 6:30 p.m. ET) increases from the prior four-week average in virtually all key demos including: Kids 2-11 (+1350%, 145,000), Kids 6-11 (+1250%, 81,000), Adults 18-49 (+2700%, 84,000), Women 18-49 (+4000%, 41,000), Persons 2+ (+1618%, 292,000) and Households (+1333%, 172,000). Men 18-49 increased by +2050% (43,000).

* The same was true for boys, girls and pre-schoolers, as all these demos were up by huge gains in the time period: Boys 2-11 (+1650%, 105,000), Girls 2-11 (+1200%, 39,000), Boys 6-11 (+1600%, 68,000), Girls 6-11 (+550%, 13,000), Kids 2-5 (+1475%, 63,000), Boys 2-5 (+1750%, 37,000) and Girls 2-5 (+1200%, 26,000).

Other Programming Highlights:

* "G.I. Joe Renegades"(6 p.m. ET, the lead-in to "Transformers Prime"), gained from the prior four-week time period average among: Kids 2-11 (+51%, 56,000), Kids 6-11 (+64%, 36,000), Adults 18-49 (+108%, 50,000), Women 18-49 (+100%, 28,000), Persons 2+ (+54%, 128,000), Households (+85%, 74,000), Boys 2-11 (+86%, 39,000) and Boys 6-11 (+76%, 30,000).

* The strong premiere of "Transformers Prime" also boosted the lead-out, as "Family Game Night" (7 p.m. ET) saw gains among Kids 2-11 by +23%, (87,000) versus the prior four-week average.

* "Dan Vs." (Saturday, 8 p.m. ET) scored significant delivery increases against the prior four-week time period average among key demos, including Households (+28%, 68,000), Kids 2-11 (+169%, 94,000), Kids 6-11 (+200%, 81,000), and Persons 2+ (+65%,119,000).

* "R.L. Stine's The Haunting Hour" (Saturday, 8:30 p.m. ET) earned delivery increases against the prior four-week time period average among key demos, including: Households (+30%, 82,000), Kids 2-11 (+100%, 82,000), Kids 6-11 (+68%, 57,000), Adults 18-49 (+12%, 38,000), and Persons 2+ (+45%,145,000).

Co-Viewing and Reach:

* For this week, The Hub was the top co-viewed network among all kid cable networks in Kids 2-11 and Adults 18-49. Thirty six percent (36%) of Kids 2-11 watched with an Adult 18-49, out-performing Nickelodeon (23%), Disney Channel (21%) and Cartoon Network (20%).

* This weekend (multiple telecasts), "Transformers Prime" reached more than 1 million unique, unduplicated Persons 2+.

Competitive Highlights:

* The series premiere of "Transformers Prime" beat nickToons head-to-head in delivery in the time period with several key demos, including Households (+35%), Persons 2+ (+64%), Kids 2-11 (+71%), Boys 2-11 (+228%), Kids 6-11 ( +113%), Boys 6-11 (+152%), Girls 6-11 (+18%), Adults 18-49 (+105%), Men 18-49 (+43%) and Women 18-49 (+273%).

Source: Nielsen Media Research; program based dayparts; most current; 2/11/11 vs. 2/4/11 or vs. 1/14/11-2/4/11, growth by (000). Co-viewing in NPower.

About The Hub
The Hub, is a multi-platform joint venture between Discovery Communications (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) and Hasbro, Inc., (NASDAQ: HAS) with a goal of entertaining, enlightening, empowering and educating children and their families. The cable and satellite television network features original programming as well as content from Discovery's library of award-winning children's educational programming; from Hasbro's rich portfolio of entertainment and educational properties built during the past 90 years; and from leading third-party producers worldwide. The Hub lineup includes animated and live-action series, specials and game shows, and the network extends its content through a robust and engaging online presence, www.hubworld.com. The Hub rebranded from Discovery Kids on October 10, 2010, and reaches approximately 60 million U.S. households. The Hub logo and name are trademarks of Hub Television Networks, LLC. All rights reserved.