America Wild and Wacky

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  • 2011
  • 1 Season

America Wild and Wacky is a television series that captures the zany, shocking, and bizarre stories of the United States. The show explores the lesser-known phenomena and events across America, from strange traditions to peculiar inventions to peculiar personalities. The series, which premiered on the Smithsonian Channel, is a compilation of unique and entertaining stories that offer a glimpse into America's colorful and weird past.

The show's host, Don Wildman, travels to different parts of the country to unearth some of America's wackiest secrets. He shares the history and cultural context behind these stories, providing context to understand them fully. The show's tone is lighthearted, with a real sense of fun and appreciation for the eccentricities of American life.

From the 'rockabilly' subculture in Las Vegas to the world's largest rubber band ball in Wisconsin, America Wild and Wacky features some of the most fascinating stories and landscapes that make up the colorful tapestry of the American experience. The show zooms in on some of the country's quirkiest and most peculiar stories in a definitive guide to America's weirdest and most wonderful people.

One episode explores the bizarre sport of Outhouse Racing in downstate Illinois, where the residents have a competitive streak in the most unexpected way. Another episode features a visit to the Kooky Carnival in Oklahoma, where visitors can be "freed" from their quirks and embraced in the unique culture of that part of the world. At a different location, Wildman visits a community of retired warriors who have transformed themselves into superheroes.

America Wild and Wacky is more than just a showcase of America's eccentricities, it also presents a political and cultural history lesson. It brings to light issues that span from the early days of American independence to current day events, with a focus on the people who helped shape the nation's rich tapestry. It also gives viewers an insight into the diversity of the United States and how various people and communities have adapted over time to the evolving society.

One of the show's most interesting features is how it discovers America through the stories that take place in unexpected places. Wildman takes viewers on a journey to see undiscovered landmarks, unusual customs, and lesser-known histories that enrich the experience of America as a country.

Overall, the show's strength lies in its ability to explore the different facets of America's cultural heritage with a sense of curiosity, appreciation, and fun. The series allows viewers to see the rich diversity of American life, with an open-minded sensibility that makes this a great, family-friendly show. Each episode brings some of the lesser-known and quirkier America to the forefront, giving viewers a chance to discover the country's hidden gems (and enjoy some laughs, of course).

If you are looking for a light-hearted, entertaining show that explores the strangest and most interesting events and places in the US, then America Wild and Wacky is the perfect choice. The show does a fantastic job of promoting an open mind, letting viewers into places they wouldn't have known existed, all the while maintaining a uniquely American sense of humor.

America Wild and Wacky is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (6 episodes). The series first aired on November 21, 2011.

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Drag Queen Race
6. Drag Queen Race
December 26, 2011
Drag-racing drag queens in Washington, D.C.; medieval fantasy fighting in the hills of Virginia; the annual Sturgis motorcycle rally in South Dakota; a chili cook-off in Omaha.
Monster Bikes of Sturgis
5. Monster Bikes of Sturgis
December 19, 2011
The Black Hills roar to life during the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally as a half-million leather-clad bikers descend on South Dakota.
Frog Beauty Pageant
4. Frog Beauty Pageant
December 12, 2011
Alaska's Hairy Chest, Legs and Beard Contest, an arm wrestling competition, BuskerFest, and the amphibian-centric fun of the Frog Festival.
Redneck Olympics
3. Redneck Olympics
December 5, 2011
The quasi-Olympic spirit of the Summer Redneck Games, searching for extraterrestrials at the Roswell Crash Festival, and picking a winner at the World Championship Cardboard Boat Race.
Frozen Dead Guy Fest
2. Frozen Dead Guy Fest
November 28, 2011
A unique trio of events: the Frozen Dead Guy Days in Colorado, the Spamarama in Texas, and Baltimore, Maryland's Kinetic Sculpture Race.
Punkins and Road Kill
1. Punkins and Road Kill
November 21, 2011
The pumpkin-hurling sport of Punkin Chunkin, the growing popularity of lawnmower races, a Roadkill Cookoff, and the customized creativity of ArtCar Fest.
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Where to Watch America Wild and Wacky
America Wild and Wacky is available for streaming on the Smithsonian Channel website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch America Wild and Wacky on demand at Philo, Amazon, Vudu, FuboTV, Google Play and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    November 21, 2011