Sarah Palin's Alaska: Season 1

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Season Details & Credits

TLC | Season Premiere Date: November 14, 2010

Summary: The former Republican vice presidential nominee brings much of her family back in front of the television cameras in her TLC reality show.

Genre(s): Reality, Game Show, Documentary, Travel

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Season 1 Episodes

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S1:E9. Follow Me There
Air Date: January 9, 2011
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S1:E8. Gold Mining and Oil
Air Date: January 9, 2011
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S1:E7. Logging
Air Date: December 26, 2010

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Jennifer Armstrong

Dec 9, 2010

This hybrid reality/nature show doesn't offer much in the way of compelling story lines, but there's just something fascinating about anyone who, upon seeing bears frolicking, inches in for a closer look rather than running for home. [12 Nov 2010, p.70]

Mary McNamara

Dec 9, 2010

It's the fabulous shamelessness, the awful and yet admirable brilliance of the thing. Whether Palin will ever run for office or not, Sarah Palin's Alaska sets a new standard for political ads.

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Chuck Barney

Dec 9, 2010

Surely it will have Palin lovers rushing to plant wet smooches on the screen and all the haters citing it as proof that TV is, indeed, full of dreck.

Paige Wiser

Dec 9, 2010

It's essentially "John & Kate Plus Eight." Minus the divorce. Plus cavorting grizzly bears.

Matthew Gilbert

Dec 9, 2010

Every scene, no matter where it's filmed, inevitably seems to become some kind of Palin political dispatch. Read full review

Rob Owen

Dec 9, 2010

If not for the polarizing nature of its star--people who love her and hate her will tune in to revel in her Palin-ness or mock her for it--no one would be talking about this dull, derivative TV show. Read full review

Cynthia Fuchs

Dec 8, 2010

Like the Osbournes, Whitney and Bobby, the Simmons, the Kardashians, and the Hammers, they perform themselves: they talk to the camera, they act out, they make complain and look to score points. Read full review

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lightningtree

Dec 20, 2010

A truly awful show presented by a truly boring woman. I thought the political ads had finished for now but this is a really low-brow grab for attention. Make it your New Year's resolution to avoid this show at all costs.

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jjnoahjames

Jan 1, 2011

Its sad that people are so mean and hateful. This show is worth watching don't listen to the other reviewers. Their hate is obvious here and its wrong. This show is on average more interesting than the current highest rated reality show, Undercover Boss, and despite what some hateful criticsIts sad that people are so mean and hateful. This show is worth watching don't listen to the other reviewers. Their hate is obvious here and its wrong. This show is on average more interesting than the current highest rated reality show, Undercover Boss, and despite what some hateful critics have said you learn a lot about Alaska. Like the fact that the eskimos are still very seperated from regular society which surprised me, you also learn that Sarah is related to them which I think is very important in understanding her. Very enjoyable, yet probably won't last past one or two seasons.… Expand

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JMcT

Jun 23, 2011

If you can put on 'pause' or separate your opinions about Palin's political life and views, this is an enjoyable program for the following reasons: the visuals of Alaska are beyond stunning when watched in HD. As a reality program, it fails miserably because the reality is boring.If you can put on 'pause' or separate your opinions about Palin's political life and views, this is an enjoyable program for the following reasons: the visuals of Alaska are beyond stunning when watched in HD. As a reality program, it fails miserably because the reality is boring. However, the trips they take and outdoor activities are enjoyable to watch.

If you are naturally averse to television which includes hunting as a minor component and condones it, this is not for you.

Beyond those things, the program is 90% about life and the beauty of Alaska for her family and 10% her political aspirations.… Expand

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wordy_actions

Jun 19, 2011

The most self-indulgent, brainless, and disgustingly pandering show I've ever suffered through. The only reason I've given it 2 instead of 0 is because it was fun to yell at, and because Alaska is a pretty state. I watched one episode. That is too much for me, and it is too much forThe most self-indulgent, brainless, and disgustingly pandering show I've ever suffered through. The only reason I've given it 2 instead of 0 is because it was fun to yell at, and because Alaska is a pretty state. I watched one episode. That is too much for me, and it is too much for humanity. God help us all if this show continues to be aired. Shame on you TLC for creating this show. Shame. On. You.… Expand

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pwnstar

Jul 5, 2011

This must be the worst idea I have ever heard for any show in history. A show about the most hated politician in America. What is wrong with TLC? They must regret that.

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Jord68

Dec 19, 2010

nobody cares, why is this on T.V.? i fell asleep watching this boring ass show, and when i wasn't sleeping i was stunned at the stupid crap flowing out of Palins mouth. to sum it up, there were better shows then this garbage that got canceled after the first episode.

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gm101

Dec 4, 2010

While I don't mind a nature show set in Alaska, I do not want a Sarah Palin nature show! It would be no different then the right-wing biased Fox News!

4 of 5 users found this helpful41

Seasons & Episodes

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Series Overview
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: November 14, 2010
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  S1:E9. Follow Me There
  Air Date: January 9, 2011
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  S1:E8. Gold Mining and Oil
  Air Date: January 9, 2011
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  S1:E7. Logging
  Air Date: December 26, 2010
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  S1:E6. Rafting and Dog Mushing
  Air Date: December 19, 2010
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  S1:E5. Alaskan Hospitality
  Air Date: December 12, 2010
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  S1:E4. She's A Great Shot
  Air Date: December 5, 2010
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  S1:E3. Salmon Run
  Air Date: November 28, 2010
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  S1:E2. Just for the Halibut
  Air Date: November 21, 2010
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  S1:E1. Mama Grizzly
  Air Date: November 14, 2010