Oprah block launching on TLC in Russia and CEE

A programming block from Discovery’s OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network is to launch on the TLC channel in Russia and central and eastern Europe.

The block, which will feature a selection of programming from the US channel, will launch on TLC Poland on Sunday, followed by TLC Russia and Ukraine on September 1 and on TLC Bulgaria, Romania and Balkans on October 28.

The block, which will air shows including Oprah’s Next Chapter and Super Soul Sunday, will repeat during daytime hours on TLC.

“The launch of an OWN programming block is hugely exciting for us and marks a key moment in our continuing investment in TLC,” said Paul Welling, senior vice-president, channel, Discovery Networks CEEMEA. “We hope to build on the success of the Next Chapter specials with Justin Bieber and Lance Armstrong by showcasing even more of the diverse, entertaining and inspirational content that only Oprah can deliver. We are delighted to premier this block for our viewers on TLC.”