Life & Death on the Lake is a one hour special that—for the first time—reveals the truth about the worst accident on this historic New York lake in more than 125 years. It has been called one of the deadliest and most inexplicable pleasure boat accidents in recent history.
The full truth about what happened that sunny fall afternoon would not be revealed for almost 10 years. What at first seemed like an unfortunate accident reveals a twisted tale of engineering mishaps, insurance fraud, state negligence, a Congressional inquiry into the National Transportation and Safety Board and the tragic drowning suicide of Matthew Quirk—whose family owned the ship.
The story was dramatized in Steven Soderbergh’s “The Laundromat” on Netflix, starring Meryl Streep, Gary Oldman, Sharon Stone, and Antonio Banderas.
Austin Street Productions has secured the exclusive participation of two key witnesses who turned into saviors on that fateful fall day. Brian and Eric Hart were on their family dock when the disaster happened. We have secured exclusive access to both eyewitnesses and their incredible efforts in putting their own lives on the line to save others.
Life and Death on the Lake
Invisible Science with Pete Gustin
This is the real-life Daredevil. We all have heard about blind people honing their other senses when they lose their sight. But how much of that do we truly understand? Pete Gustin is going to take us on a journey to explore the other side of darkness. Pete has been blind since his late teens. He has not just adapted but thrived while pushing aside his disability. Or to ask him… “What disability?” Nine times out of ten, people first experience things through their eyes. But what if you were blind? How do you climb a mountain? Surf a wave? Fight off muggers? What’s the science behind it and how does Pete do it? Pete is going to take your viewers on a journey to truly understand everything that they don’t see in everyday life. Pete will show us the invisible science all around us.
Invisible Science with Pete Gustin
Melba Pearson
Melba Pearson is a wife, daughter, friend and was a fierce African-American Prosecutor in Miami. She tackled tough topics in her signature high heels, dreadlocks and her biggest trademark: an upbeat, effervescent energy that makes you want to fight for right alongside her. Melba is not brought down by the world’s challenges; she rises up and works to affect change. After leaving the DA’s office, Melba became the general counsel for the ACLU of Florida and recently ran for the position of DA in Miami-Dade County. She made an impressive showing for someone who had never run for public office. Melba’s passion is the key for whatever project she tackles.
Melba Pearson
Caddy Girls
Caddy Girls follows the lives of Meghan and Chelsea as they run the hottest caddying company in the U.S.
Caddy Girls
Chinese Takeout
Co-Produced With NPN Media
Chefs from around the world battle to master China's complex culinary traditions for a chance to win $100,000. The chefs must create a new cuisine, a fusion between the cooking of their home country and China using five exotic ingredients found locally and one ingredient they have brought from home.
Chinese Takeout
Super Sellers
Super Sellers takes viewers into the unique $150 million a year world of "Not Sold in Stores" products. Stacey and her over-the-top crew of pitch people sell everything from bug zappers to Sham Wows every weekend across the country.
Super Sellers
Model Pups
The audience is entranced as the latest fashions come down the runway. The perfect plaid. A gorgeous gown. Just the right rain gear.
But this haute couture isn't donned by leggy 16-year old Parisians. Our models have way more personality and twice as many legs.
