SEASON 1
INTERNATIONAL PRESS DIGEST
Table of Contents SOCIAL MEDIA PR MEXICO POLAND GERMANY BELGIUM NETHERLANDS SWEDEN DENMARK SWITZERLAND ITALY SPAIN FRANCE ARABIA SINGAPORE MALAYSIA NEW ZEALAND AUSTRALIA UNITED KINGDOM
SOCIAL MEDIA PR
Australia MTV Australia TWITTER 11 February 2013 These are tweets from MTV Australia promoting the international premiere of Catfish: The TV Show.
Chile “Catfish on Seventeen Chile� Seventeen Chile - Twitter 14 February 2013 This is a tweet from Seventeen Chile featuring a video of Nev and Max promoting the show.
UK MTV Catfish UK – TWITTER December 2012 / January 2013 These are tweets from MTV’s Catfish UK account promoting the UK premiere and episodes.
UK MTV Catfish UK – TWITTER December 2012 / January 2013 These are tweets from MTV’s Catfish UK account promoting the UK premiere and episodes.
Nev Schulman TWITTER January / February 2013 These are tweets from MTV’s Catfish’s Nev Schulman promoting the show internationally and his international press touring.
Nev Schulman TWITTER January / February 2013 These are tweets from MTV’s Catfish’s Nev Schulman promoting the show internationally and his international press touring.
Max Joseph TWITTER January / February 2013 These are tweets from Max Joseph promoting the show internationally along with hi (and Nev’s) international press tour.
Max Joseph TWITTER January / February 2013 These are tweets from Max Joseph promoting the show internationally along with hi (and Nev’s) international press tour.
Max Joseph TWITTER January / February 2013 These are tweets from Max Joseph promoting the show internationally along with hi (and Nev’s) international press tour.
MEXICO
Mexico “Documenting Internet Love” Reforma 2013 This is a positive article discussing what Catfish: The TV Show is about.
Mexico Latin America “The Romeos and Juliets are Disillusioned in Catfish” Il Universal 2013 This is a positive article discussing what Catfish: The TV Show is about.
Mexico Latin America
“Catfish shows the Dark Side of Internet Love” Milenio 2013 This is a positive article discussing what Catfish: The TV Show is about.
Mexico “Nev Schulman – I Like Mentime” Clarin 2013 This is a positive article about Nev Schulman and discusses what his new show is about.
Mexico Latin America “Digital Mysteries” Revista Tu 2013 This is a positive article discussing what Catfish: The TV Show is about.
Mexico Latin America “Digital Mysteries” Viernes 2013 This is a positive article discussing what Catfish: The TV Show is about.
Mexico Latin America “Lies in the Network” El Pais 2013 This is a positive article discussing what Catfish: The TV Show is about.
POLAND
Poland “Catfish” Bravo Sport 04 January 2013 Positive article introducing the new TV show and discussing what it’s about.
Poland “Strangers from the web –this is how they lie for love” Bravo 04 January 2013 Positive 2-page spread discussing the “catfish” phenomenon of online dating and the TV show.
Poland “Think Before you Click” Twist 04 January 2013 Positive article discussing the “catfish” phenomenon of online dating and the TV show.
Poland “DJ Steve Angello and MTV will be ‘catfishing’” StacjaKultura.pl 19 February 2013 Positive article explaining the social media campaign involving Steve Angello.
Poland “Famous DJ Steve Angello with MTV� Worldtunes.pl 19 February 2013 Positive article explaining the social media campaign involving Steve Angello.
Poland “Catch Famous DJ Steve Angello and meet him� DJpromotion.com.pl 19 February 2013 Positive article explaining the social media campaign involving Steve Angello.
Poland “MTV Contest: Win Trip to Miami and Meet Steve Angello from Swedish House Mafia� DJpromotion.com.pl 19 February 2013 Positive article explaining the social media campaign involving Steve Angello.
Poland “Meet Steve Angello in Miami� DLAstudenta.pl 19 February 2013 Positive article explaining the social media campaign involving Steve Angello.
Poland “Catfish in MTV Poland” Magazyn.wybieram.tv 23 February 2013 Positive article introducing the show, discussing what it’s about.
Poland “Who is a Catfish?� Natemat.pl 26 February 2013 Positive article discussing what a catfish is alongside the premise of the show.
Poland “Liars on the web” Bravo 26 February 2013 Positive article discussing the “catfish” phenomenon of online dating and the TV show.
Poland “I fell in love with someone who didn’t exist” Cosmopolitan February 2013 Positive 4-page spread discussing/explaining the “catfishing” phenomenon and interview with the creators of Catfish: The TV Show.
Poland “Seducters on the Web” Kropka TV February 2013 Positive article discussing/explaining the “catfishing” phenomenon and the new TV show.
Poland “A Blind Date” JOY February 2013 Positive article offering a synopsis of the new TV show.
Poland “Catfish Preview Clip 3rd Episode” Magazyn.wybieram.tv February 2013 (VIDEO) preview clip
Poland “The Body of Lies” Telewizyjna – TV Guide March 2013 Interview with Nev and Max.
Poland “MTV’s Catfish” Cosmopolitan March 2013 Brief synopsis of the TV show in the “What’s Hot” section.
GERMANY
Germany “Top: New MTV show uncovers online romances� DWDL 20 November 2012 A positive article giving a synopsis of the show.
Germany “Catfish: The TV Series” TV Movie Digital XXL 15 February 2013 Short clip introducing Nev and Max and their new show.
Germany “Steve Angello and MTV Team Up to Create ‘Catfish’ Contest” YourEDM 21 February 2013 Positive article explaining Steve’s contribution to the MTV campaign.
Germany “Catfish: The TV Show” VIVA TV Program guide – TV Digital 28 March 2013 A synopsis of the show.
Germany “Catfish: The TV Show” VIVA TV Program guide – TV Neu 28 March 2013 A synopsis of the show.
Germany “In love on the web: tell your story� Madchen.de 04 April 2013 An article encouraging fans to submit their own stories to the show.
Germany “Catfish Preview Clip 1st Episode” Madchen.de 08 April 2013 (VIDEO) preview clip
Germany “Catfish Preview Clip 2nd Episode” Madchen.de 15 April 2013 (VIDEO) preview clip
Germany “Catfish Preview Clip 3rd Episode” Madchen.de 22 April 2013 (VIDEO) preview clip
Germany “Catfish Preview Clip 4th Episode” Madchen.de 29 April 2013 (VIDEO) preview clip
Germany “Catfish Preview Clip 5th Episode” Madchen.de 06 May 2013 (VIDEO) preview clip
BELGIUM
Belgium “MTV launches new series ‘Catfish’” Focus Knack 01 February 2013 This is a positive article promoting the premiere of Catfish: 7he TV Show.
Belgium “MTV launches new series ‘Catfish’” Focus Knack 01 February 2013 This is a positive article promoting the premiere of Catfish: 7he TV Show.
Belgium “From Sunday on MTV News: “Catfish: The TV Show”” TV Visie 16 February 2013 This is a positive article that focuses on the concept behind Catfish: 7he TV Show and defines what a catfish is. It also includes online dating stats as reported by MTV.
Belgium “Reality: Catfish: The TV Show” Humo 17 February 2013 This is a positive article introducing the new show and includes an interview with Nev and Max where they offer advice on how to spot a “catfish” on the internet. Trailer also included.
Belgium “Reality: Catfish: The TV Show” Humo 17 February 2013 This is a positive article introducing the new show and includes an interview with Nev and Max where they offer advice on how to spot a “catfish” on the internet. Trailer also included.
Belgium “Reality: Catfish: The TV Show” Humo 17 February 2013 This is a positive article introducing the new show and includes an interview with Nev and Max where they offer advice on how to spot a “catfish” on the internet. Trailer also included.
Belgium “MTV and Steve Angello launch together an intriguing social media campaign in Belgium 'Catfish: The TV Show'� 20 February 2013 This is another positive article explaining the social media marketing campaign for Catfish: 7he TV Show involving DJ Steve Angello as he pretended to be a catfish to help engage fans.
Belgium “MTV and Steve Angello launch together an intriguing social media campaign� Showbizzkanal 21 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining the social media marketing campaign for Catfish: 7he TV Show involving DJ Steve Angello as he pretended to be a catfish to help engage fans.
THE NETHERLANDS
Netherlands “TV Must Sees” Grazia 03 February 2013 This is a positive article introducing Catfish: The TV Show discussing what it’s about.
Netherlands “Catfish, a reality show about online dating, soon to MTV” Datingsit-ervaringen.nl (online dating blog) 7 February 2013 This is a positive article introducing Catfish: The TV Show explaining Nev’s own story and what he does on the show.
Netherlands “Catfish, a reality show about online dating, soon to MTV” Datingsit-ervaringen.nl (online dating blog) 7 February 2013 This is a positive article introducing Catfish: The TV Show explaining Nev’s own story and what he does on the show.
Netherlands “New on MTV: Catfish” Cosmopolitan 7 February 2013 This is a positive article introducing Catfish: The TV Show explaining Nev’s own story and what he does on the show. Trailer included.
Netherlands “New on MTV: Catfish” Cosmopolitan 7 February 2013 This is a positive article introducing Catfish: The TV Show explaining Nev’s own story and what he does on the show. Trailer included.
Netherlands “How Reliable is Love on the Internet?” Veronica Magazine 7 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining Nev’s personal story and the risks associated with online dating/chatting.
Netherlands “How Reliable is Love on the Internet?” Veronica Magazine 7 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining Nev’s personal story and the risks associated with online dating/chatting.
Netherlands “Status: Complicated” Spunk 15 February 2013 This positive article focuses on the new trend of “catfishing” and makes the case that the new TV show is in fact a real reality as opposed to rumors that it’s staged and fake.
Netherlands “Status: Complicated” Spunk 15 February 2013 This positive article focuses on the new trend of “catfishing” and makes the case that the new TV show is in fact a real reality as opposed to rumors that it’s staged and fake.
Netherlands “As much sad as fascinating� NRC Next 16 February 2013 This is a positive article talking about the concept behind Catfish: The TV Show and offers some background on what a catfish is.
Netherlands “Online Deception in Catfish: The TV Show” The Telegraaf 16 February 2013 This is a positive article that explains the concept behind the new show and also talks about Nev’s personal story.
Netherlands “Online Deception in Catfish: The TV Show” The Telegraaf 16 February 2013 This is a positive article that explains the concept behind the new show and also talks about Nev’s personal story.
Netherlands “Facebook Love Unmasked” Girlz 16 February 2013 This is a positive article that briefly explains what a “catfish” is and why Nev is the best person to host the show.
Netherlands “Column: Catfish” Mare 16 February 2013 This is a positive article introducing Catfish: The TV Show discussing what it’s about.
Netherlands “Catfish: The TV Show – online relationships with a surprising ending” Na de lunch 16 February 2013 This is a positive article introducing Catfish: The TV Show discussing what it’s about.
Netherlands “Catfish Online Deception” The Telegraaf 16 February 2013 This is a positive article talking about the concept behind Catfish: The TV Show and offers some background on what a catfish is.
Netherlands “Steve Angello is part of MTV game� Fresh FM 18 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining the social media campaign that Steve Angello participated in to help promote the new show.
Netherlands “Steve Angello is part of MTV game� BEtribes 19 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining the social media campaign that Steve Angello participated in to help promote the new show.
Netherlands “Lying Dream Partner” NRC Handelsblad 19 February 2013 This is a positive article talking about Nev’s background with online dating – what drove the inspiration behind Catfish: The TV Show.
Netherlands “Steve Angello disguises as a ‘Catfish’ in social media campaign MTV” SocialMedia.nl 20 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining the social media campaign that Steve Angello participated in to help promote the new show.
Netherlands “Steve Angello disguises as a ‘Catfish’ in social media campaign MTV” SocialMedia.nl 20 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining the social media campaign that Steve Angello participated in to help promote the new show.
Netherlands “Steve Angello in disguise as ‘Catfish’ in social media campaign MTV” Nederlands Media Netwerk 20 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining the social media campaign that Steve Angello participated in to help promote the new show.
Netherlands “Steve Angello disguises as a ‘Catfish’ in social media campaign MTV” Communicatienieuws 20 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining the social media campaign that Steve Angello participated in to help promote the new show.
Netherlands “In Real Life” TV Totaal 22 February 2013 This is a positive blurb about Nev Schulman’s story.
Netherlands “Catfish MTV: In Love Through the Internet” I Am A Girl 03 March 2013 This is a positive article introducing Catfish: The TV Show discussing what it’s about.
Netherlands “New Show on MTV, Catfish the Show” Just Me 04 March 2013 This is a positive article introducing Catfish: The TV Show discussing what it’s about.
Netherlands “Hot Interview: Catfish� Hitkrant 14 March 2013 This is a positive interview with Nev Schulman talking about his experience and the show.
Netherlands “Online Love Revealed” Girlscene 16 March 2013 This is a positive article introducing Catfish: The TV Show discussing what it’s about.
Netherlands “Steve Angello disguises as “Catfish” in social media campaign MTV” Dutch Cowboys 21 March 2013 This is a positive article explaining the social media campaign that Steve Angello participated in to help promote Catfish: 7he TV Show.
Netherlands “Love and Betrayal” Totaal TV 22 March 2013 This is a positive article discussing “catfishing” and the new TV show.
Netherlands “Nice Reality TV: Catfish” My Budget Lifestyle 04 April 2013 This is a positive article introducing Catfish: The TV Show discussing what it’s about.
SWEDEN
Sweden “Catfish: the new TV show” SVT Cultural News 14 January 2013 (VIDEO) Talking about Catfish: The TV Show (4 min).
Sweden “Online Dating Gets Real” Metro 15 January 2013 This is a positive article introducing/explaining the premise of Catfish: The TV Show.
Sweden “Drama documentary TV show Catfish” Aftonbladet Klick 08 February 2013 Positive brief synopsis of the new show.
Sweden “Catfish: The TV Show” Aftonbladet TV 08 February 2013 Positive clipping introducing the new show.
Sweden “This winter’s most buzzed about reality show” TV Kronikan 12 February 2013 (VIDEO) Talking about Catfish: The TV Show and online dating (6 min).
Sweden “The TV sgow on MTV sort out genuine or fake online relationships� Edaportalen.com 15 February 2013 This is a positive article introducing/explaining the premise of Catfish: The TV Show.
Sweden “The TV sgow on MTV sort out genuine or fake online relationships� Edaportalen.com 15 February 2013 This is a positive article introducing/explaining the premise of Catfish: The TV Show.
Sweden “Swedish House Mafia member is hiding on Facebook” Gaffa.se 18 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining Steve Angello’s involvement in the social media campaign with MTV.
Sweden “Steve Angello Plays Hide and Seek” Dagensemedia.se 18 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining Steve Angello’s involvement in the social media campaign with MTV.
Sweden “His online love was a bluff� Wendela 19 February 2013 This is a positive article and brief interview with Nev talking about his own story and what the TV show will be DERXW.
Sweden “His online date” Relation 19 February 2013 This is a positive article discussing Nev’s story and the inspiration for Catfish: The T9 Show.
Sweden “Steve Angello as a catfish got 87million catches” Resume 28 February 2013 This is a positive article recapping results from Steve Angello’s participation in the social media campaign.
DENMARK
Denmark “Suicidal due to false online flirt” TV Tid 2 March 2013 This article interviews a girl from Denmark who was “catfished” and she talks about her experience. There is a brief description of the TV series at the bottom.
Denmark “Suicidal due to false online flirt” TV Tid 2 March 2013 This article interviews a girl from Denmark who was “catfished” and she talks about her experience. There is a brief description of the TV series at the bottom.
Denmark “Suicidal due to false online flirt” TV Tid 2 March 2013 This article interviews a girl from Denmark who was “catfished” and she talks about her experience. There is a brief description of the TV series at the bottom.
SWITZERLAND
Switzerland “He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not� Tages Anzeiger 15 February 2013 Positive article introducing Nev Schulman and discussing what the TV show is about.
Switzerland “He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not� Tages Anzeiger 15 February 2013 Positive article introducing Nev Schulman and discussing what the TV show is about.
ITALY
Italy “Catfish Program Starting in Italy on MTV� Daily Media 19 February 2013 This positive article gives a brief synopsis of Catfish: The TV Show and also provides information about the local premiere.
SPAIN
Spain “MTV Goes to Find False Identities Online” ABC.es 15 February 2013 This is a positive article talking about MTV’s new show and its premise.
Spain “MTV launches Catfish, a series about false identities and love online” Economista.es 19 February 2013 This is a positive article talking about MTV’s new show and its premise.
Spain “MTV Hunts False Identities Online With Catfish” ABC 21 February 2013 This is a positive article talking about MTV’s new show and its premise.
Spain “MTV Premieres Catfish” El Comercio 21 February 2013 This is a brief article giving show time and synopsis information about the new show.
Spain “The Search for Love Online, OnAir, On TV” El Dia 21 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining the premise of Catfish: The TV Show.
Spain “MTV Launches Catfish” HOY 21 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining the premise of Catfish: The TV Show.
Spain “MTV Launches Catfish” Sur 21 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining the premise of Catfish: The TV Show.
Spain “MTV finds online false identities with Catfish� El Periodico de Cataluna 21 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining the premise of Catfish: The TV Show.
Spain “MTV finds false identities online with Catfish� Cordoba 21 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining the premise of Catfish: The TV Show.
Spain “MTV finds false identities online with Catfish” El Correo de Andalucia 21 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining the premise of Catfish: The TV Show.
Spain “MTV Launches a Show about Love and Deception to Engage the Youngsters� 20minutos.es 21 February 2013 This is a positive feature on the homepage about Catfish: The TV Show.
Spain “False Identities, Real Disappointment� Huelva Informacion 9 March 2013 This is a positive article explaining the premise of Catfish: The TV Show.
Spain “False Identities, Real Disappointment� Europa Sur 9 March 2013 This is a positive article explaining the premise of Catfish: The TV Show.
Spain “Catfish: False Identities Online” El Correo 21 May 2013 This is a brief article giving show time and synopsis information about the new show.
FRANCE
France “Catfish: False Identity� Tele Cable Satellite 4 March 2013 This positive article gives a brief synopsis of Catfish: The TV Show and also provides show times.
France “Our Playlist: Document Their Reality� Elle 15 March 2013 This positive article gives a brief synopsis of Catfish: The TV Show and also provides show times.
ARABIA
Arabia “Ahlan! Chats to the Creators of Catfish� Ahlan! Live 19 February 2013 This positive article gives a brief synopsis of Catfish: The TV Show. It also includes an interview with Nev Schulman explaining where the idea for the show first came from.
Arabia “Ahlan! Chats to the Creators of Catfish� Ahlan! Live 19 February 2013 This positive article gives a brief synopsis of Catfish: The TV Show. It also includes an interview with Nev Schulman explaining where the idea for the show first came from.
Arabia “Watch Out for Catfish” Gulf News Tabloid 20 February 2013 This positive article gives a brief synopsis of Catfish: The TV Show. It also discusses where the idea for the show first came from.
Arabia “Scammers and Sweethearts� City Times 6 March 2013 This is a positive article explaining WKH inspiration of Catfish: the TV Show complete with an interview with Nev talking about the show.
Arabia “Scammers and Sweethearts� City Times 6 March 2013 This is a positive article explaining WKH inspiration of Catfish: the TV Show complete with an interview with Nev talking about the show.
SINGAPORE
Singapore “Catching a ‘catfish’” The New Paper 13 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining the concept behind Catfish: the TV Show and Schulman’s apprehensions about exposing other people.
Singapore “Bravo to Catfish: The TV Show� Bravo 14 March 2013 Positive article discussing the new show and the role Nev has taken on in helping people.
MALAYSIA
Malaysia “Fishy relationship� The Star 15 February 2013 This is a positive article explaining the concept behind Catfish: 7he TV Show in light of its series premiere.
NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand “Just Be Yourself” Skywatch 1 February 2013 This is a positive article giving a brief synopsis of the show.
New Zealand “Just Be Yourself” Waikato Times 26 February 2013 This is a positive article discussing Nev’s background with online dating, introducing his new show.
New Zealand “Just Be Yourself” The Dominion Post 26 February 2013 This is a positive article discussing Nev’s background with online dating, introducing his new show.
New Zealand “Fishing For Love” Women’s Day 25 March 2013 This is a positive article discussing the phenomenon of “catfishing.”
AUSTRALIA
Australia “Show of the Week- Catfish: The TV Show” Capital City Daily 14 February 2013 This is a positive article discussing the new show on MTV and how it came to production.
Australia “Catfish: The TV Show� Capital City Daily 14 February 2013 This is a positive article promoting a show time for the show accompanied by a brief synopsis.
Australia “Catfish: The TV Show� Capital City Daily 18 February 2013 This is a positive article promoting a show time for the show accompanied by a brief synopsis.
Australia “Catfish: The TV Show” The Sydney Morning Herald 25 February 2013 This is a positive article promoting the new show on MTV.
Australia “Gone Fishing” NW, National 25 February 2013 This is a positive article reviewing the new show on MTV.
Australia “Hooked on Catfish” Who Weekly, National 25 February 2013 This is a positive article reviewing the new show on MTV.
UNITED KINGDOM
UK “What Are They Hiding?” Metro 28 January 2013 This is a positive article giving background on Nev’s situation that inspired Catfish. It also explores UK tendencies when it comes to social media and online dating.
UK “Big fakers?” NOW 15 January 2013 Positive article defining what a “catfish” really is.