''Sarah Palin's Alaska'' is an American

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show hosted by former

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Governor Sarah Palin.de Moraes, Lisa (March 25, 2010)
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'' According to Palin, the show's aim is to bring "the wonder and majesty of Alaska to all Americans." The series, which began airing on

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in November 2010, broadcast 8 episodes and 1

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. The show was part

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and part documentary series, according to a story in ''

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"The fun facts of Sarah Palin's new reality show about Alaska"
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The show was cancelled after one season. The show was produced by

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Productions for

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Reviews and reception

In reviewing the first episode, ''

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'' said ''Sarah Palin's Alaska'' is a reality show living up to its title, and "a nature series for political voyeurs" that allows "viewers to get to observe Ms. Palin observing nature". The paper commended Palin for her political courage in appearing in the series and for not being afraid to be herself. Five million viewers tuned in for the premiere episode, a record for TLC. Before the airing of the last episode, ''

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'' reported that the show had maintained an average viewership of 3.2 million per week, but that it would not be renewed for a second season.

Episodes

References

External links

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"Gosselins Give 'Palin's Alaska' Ratings Bump"
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