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Best of “Staff Picks” Week:  Aaron Cooke, Cory Nastazio, Jimmy Fitzpatrick, Fabrizio Santos and musical guests Cypress Hill on “The Daily Habit” Thursday, September 9, 2010

Airing Thursday, September 9 at 9:00 pm Eastern Time (6:00 pm Pacific Time), Aaron Cooke, Cory Nastazio, Jimmy Fitzpatrick, Fabrizio Santos and musical guests Cypress Hill will appear on “The Daily Habit.”

“Staff Picks” Week continues on The Daily Habit with the Athlete Recovery Fund’s founder Aaron Cooke. Aaron brings along the ultra charismatic BMX pro Cory Nastazio, FMX pro Jimmy Fitzpatrick and pro skater Fabrizio Santos to join him as he talks about ARF’s continued efforts to help fallen riders. In related ARF news, we show you what went into the van built especially for Stephen Murray’s recovery needs. Also, the legendary West Coast rap group, Cypress Hill, blazes the Stride Sound Stage.

Cory Nastazio’s sponsors include: Vans, Rockstar and Haro. Jimmy Fitzpatrick’s sponsors include: Metal Mulisha, Rockstar and Osiris. Fabrizio Santos’ sponsors include: Oakley and Silver Star.

WORLD TELEVISION PREMIERE

“Firsthand: Stephen Murray”
Sunday, September 5, 2010, 8:00pm ET/PT

Pro to Paraplegic, See Stephen Murray’s New Life In This Heartfelt and Inspirational Episode of “Firsthand”

Airing Sunday, September 5, at 8:00pm Eastern Time (5:00pm Pacific Time), and re-airing several more times during the next month, BMX pro Stephen Murray stars in FUEL TV’s signature 30-minute series “Firsthand.”

In this heartfelt “Firsthand,” we look at X Games Gold Medalist Stephen Murray’s life after the crash that left him paralyzed from the shoulders down.

We start off with a look at STAY STRONG’S First Annual Dirt Jump Contest, a contest held to support Stephen and other paralyzed athletes. Next, we dive into Stephen’s personal life, and learn what it’s like to go from a BMX pro to being confined to a wheel chair. We meet Stephen’s caregiver, girlfriend, and kids; and see what keeps this guy going with such a positive attitude. We watch family interaction at home, as Stephen encourages his son to ride dirt tracks. Then, we follow Stephen as he donates his old handicapped van to a family whose son is also confined to a wheelchair and needs proper transportation.

Next, we check out Stephen’s rehabilitation schedule and see the mental determination and devotion it takes for someone to overcome the challenges of paralysis. With all that has happened, Stephen still has an incredibly positive perspective on life.

Stephen Murray’s sponsors include: Oakley and Rockstar.

You can watch Stephen Murray’s episode of “Firsthand” on www.fuel.tv and www.hulu.com several weeks after it airs on FUEL TV. It will also be available to download from iTunes for $1.99.

“Stephen Murray Firsthand” Air Dates:
Sunday – 9/5/2010                   8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT
Sunday – 9/5/2010                   11:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM PT
Monday – 9/06/2010                10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT
Monday – 9/06/2010                 1:00 AM ET / 10:00 PM PT
Tuesday – 9/07/2010                 9:30 PM ET / 6:30 PM PT
Wednesday – 9/08/2010           8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT
Wednesday – 9/08/2010           11:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM PT
Wednesday – 9/08/2010          12:30 AM ET / 9:30 PM PT
Saturday – 9/11/2010                 1:30 PM ET / 10:30 AM PT
Wednesday – 9/22/2010           11:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM PT
Friday – 12/10/2010                   8:30 AM ET / 5:30 AM PT

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