Crunch Time (TV series)
| Industry | Television production |
|---|---|
| Founded | May 16, 2016 |
| Founder | Ambience Entertainment |
| Headquarters | Australia |
| Products | Children's lifestyle television program |
Crunch Time is a children's lifestyle program from Australia, created by Ambience Entertainment, which debuted on 9Go! on 16 May 2016. Aimed at the tween demographic, the series encourages healthy habits through cooking, physical activities, and youth participation. The show is presented by Nick Vindin and Alice Zaslavsky and broadcasts weekdays at 7:30 am on 9Go!.
Format
The program Crunch Time stars hosts Alice Zaslavsky (known for MasterChef Australia and Kitchen Whiz) alongside Nick Vindin (recognized from Move It and SBS TV). Each episode features two young guests between 11 and 13 years old who showcase their skills and passions. Together with the hosts, they prepare a nutritious dish and engage in an outdoor sport or activity, highlighting the show's commitment to promoting an active, healthy lifestyle.
Additional elements include a "Word of the Day" segment and a difficult R.A.D. ("Really Awesome-ly Difficult") word that the hosts strive to incorporate during the episode. Episodes conclude with guests attempting to identify a hidden object inside the Cube of Curiosity and responding to a stimulating question.
The setting is a lively backyard space tailored for tweens, equipped with an open-air kitchen, grassy lawn area, and relaxed lounge furniture.
Production
Broadcasting began on 9Go! on 16 May 2016, with episodes airing every weekday at 7:30 am. The initial season comprised 65 episodes and wrapped up in August.
Nick Vindin contributed as a writer, while Alice Zaslavsky took on the role of associate producer specifically for the culinary segments.