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Ancient Engineering S2 - "Earliest Arenas: The Colosseum"
Since their earliest existence in ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, stadiums have been regarded as achitectural masterpieces and focal poins in their surrounding cities, but none more so than the Colosseum in Rome.
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Ancient Engineering S2 - "How Gold Changed The World"
Join us as we dig deep in this episode to uncover how gold was mined and transformed into everyday objects like jewellery and currency, and even to adorn holy temples and statues.
Ancient Engineering S2 - "History's Deadliest Weapons"
As the battle distance continued to grow with each new weapon, humans put their best minds to work refining and evolving their designs over the millenia to gain the upper hand.
Ancient Engineering S2 - "Navigating The Globe"
This episode dives into the pioneering breakthroughs from across the globe that have shaped our ability to travel.
Earth's Eternal Wonders S1 - "Iceland: The Dane on the Volcano"
CGI cracks open Iceland's surface to reveal two continents tearing apart and a constant flow of underground magma fueling the island's growth.
Earth's Eternal Wonders S1 - "Halong Bay - The island labyrinth of the dragon bay"
Advanced graphics turn back time to show how rising post-ice age sea levels flooded a cliff-lined valley to create Vietnam's unique karst maze.
Earth's Eternal Wonders S1 - "Grand Canyon: The Window Into the Earths History"
Scientists rappel deep into the canyon to read geological layers, tracing its shifts from a primeval mountain range and desert into a giant gorge.
War Factories S3 - "Rolls Royce - The engine that won the War"
The Rolls-Royce Merlin engine powered iconic WWII aircraft and became vital to Allied air power after early failures and major development.
War Factories S3 - "Enterprise: Rise of the Aircraft carrier"
USS Enterprise was the US Navy’s most decorated ship, shaping WWII’s Pacific War and showing how American industrial power supported victory.
War Factories S3 - "Skoda: the factory that fought back"
In 1939 Nazi Germany seized Czechoslovakia’s Škoda Works.But under A.Göring’s covert resistance, the factory was used to undermine the Nazi war effort.
War Factories S3 - "Ferdinand Porsche: Nazi muscle machines"
Ferdinand Porsche designed major Nazi vehicles including the Tiger tank and VW Kübelwagen, but many impractical designs strained Germany’s war effort.
War Factories S3 - "Opel: The truck that ran the Blitzkrieg"
Modern warfare depended on logistics, and the Opel Blitz truck powered Nazi Blitzkrieg—despite being owned by an American company.
War Factories S3 - "War Machine: The story of the machine-gun"
A history of the machine gun, from the Gatling to the MG42, and the factories that drove its development.
Dictators' Hideouts S1 - "Hoxha's Bunker Madness"
Paranoid and isolated, Albanian dictator Enver Hoxha establishes his bunkerization project, which would result in the construction of more than 170,000 bunkers.
Dictators' Hideouts S1 - "Stalin's Atomic Bunker"
Infamous for the bunkers constructed during World War II and throughout the Cold War, Stalin’s hideouts have maintained a shroud of secrecy for decades, and are now seen for the first time.
Dictators' Hideouts S1 - "Yanukovych's Hidden Palace"
Having stolen billions from the populace, Ukrainian dictator Viktor Yanukovych hides his treasure trove in a mind-bending corruption scheme that leads to Mezhyhirya, a 150-acre estate, with secret underground tunnels.
Battle Factory S1 - "An Assault Rifle, a Bomb Suit, a Mortar, and a Zodiac"
What starts off as a seven-pound bar of solid steel will soon deliver a bullet with deadly accuracy when it becomes the barrel of a Colt C7 assault rifle, and when plastic and bulletproof fabric are molded and stitched together,they’ll make a suit of armour made for the most dangerous job in the world.
Battle Factory S1 - "A Parajet, a Hovercraft, a Camo Jacket, and a Portable Military Shelter"
As lightweight aluminum is cut and tooled, it will become the frame of a personal flying machine. Used by military operatives, drug enforcement agents, and first responders – it gets you in and out fast, whether you are carrying a camera or a gun.
Battle Factory S1 - "A Sniper Rifle, a Zeppelin, a Ka-Bar Knife, and Dragon Eggs"
In 48 hours, a block of metal will be formed into the most accurate weapon on earth: the AX-338 Sniper Rifle. In a warzone, police stand off, or hostage taking, the sniper is often the only solution to a bad situation.
Combat Forces S1 - "Stealth Submarines"
Stealthy diesel submarines challenge nuclear subs. Inside a NATO exercise, we explore why they’re so deadly in the Norwegian fjords.
Combat Forces S1 - "Heavy Armor"
Tank crews train for deployment, mastering modern armored warfare where heavy tanks protect soldiers and dominate the battlefield.
Combat Forces S1 - "Snipers"
Silent and deadly, snipers train in elite schools, mastering long‑range weapons, stealth, and fieldcraft to become the battlefield’s ultimate asset.
Combat Forces S1 - "Urban Warfare"
Urban combat is brutal and unforgiving. At training sites worldwide, soldiers learn the tactics and teamwork needed to survive deadly city battles.
Around the World in 80 Tricks S1 - "Paris & Barcelona"
Bones introduce his trademark trickery to people in Paris and Barcelona, performing mind reading and an attempt to escape a straitjacket while breakdancing.
Around the World in 80 Tricks S1 - "London"
In this episode Bones is back in his home city, London where he stuns locals with his mind reading, card trickery and disappearing skills.
Around the World in 80 Tricks S1 - "South Korea - Night"
Bones is in Seoul, South Korea. He explores the city by night and performs a mixture of magic tricks, including a vanishing trick, coin tricks and card tricks.
Around the World in 80 Tricks S1 - "South Korea - Traditional"
In this episode Bones is in South Korea, where he visits Taekwondo group, the K Tigers, a tarot card reader and reveals the secret to the perfect card shuffle.
Razor: Science For a Better Future S1 - "Urban Microbiome"
Research shows sanitized cities reduce beneficial microbes, harming health and increasing allergies and autoimmune diseases.
Secrets of the Brain S1 - "Time"
Jack meets a woman who has lost all sense of time and reveals how time can be elastic.
Secrets of the Brain S1 - "The Senses"
Jack meets people with synaesthesia and experiences multisensory gastronomy.
Secrets of the Brain S1 - "Pain & Fear"
Wim Hof teaches Jack how to control his pain and plunge into the ice cold sea.
Secrets of the Brain S1 - "Creativity"
Jack meets a man with Sudden Artistic Output syndrome and unleashes his creativity.
Journey to Planet Earth S2 - "Seas of Grass"
Shows the devastating environmental, political, and economic effects of the degradation of the world's grasslands.
Journey to Planet Earth S2 - "On the Brink"
Considers how environmental pressures can lead to terrorism and regional conflict.
TechKnow S1 - "The Science Of The Senses"
A look into the mechanics of taste and smell with an exploration of the global flavor industry and the science of creating new flavors and smells.
TechKnow S1 - "Curing Cancer"
An innovative gene therapy has produced a significant breakthrough that could lead to a cure for cancer.
TechKnow S1 - "The Longevity Gene"
Studying the genes and lifestyles of centenarians. The results may offer answers to living longer and fighting diseases.
TechKnow S1 - "The Science Of Water Sustainability"
Looking at solutions for water scarcity from fog catching nets to water efficient washing machines.
Hollywood Weapons: Fact or Fiction? S5 - "Terry's Brave Heart"
Terry gets to annoy Larry with his impersonation of William Wallace from Braveheart. He not only gets to wield Sir Wallace's sword, but also convinces Larry to build him a Trebuchet.
Hollywood Weapons: Fact or Fiction? S5 - "Bond-ing with Larry"
Who is the greatest international action hero of all time, Terry Schappert? No. Terry and Larry get to test some scenes from James Bond films and other great action heroes.
Hollywood Weapons: Fact or Fiction? S5 - "Across the Great Divided Lonesome Mighty River"
Everybody loves a great western! Except Larry. Terry gets Larry to test more scenes from classic western movies!
Hollywood Weapons: Fact or Fiction? S5 - "Down Mexico Way"
Don't mess with organized crime. The dynamic duo tackle scenes from the Mexico cartel series Queen of the South, but take a pitstop at the rest room to test a scene from The Foreigner with Jackie Chan.
Xploration Earth 2050 S2 - "The Future Of Robot Makers And Innovators"
Host Chuck Pell also pays a visit to a shop that builds customized robots.
Xploration Earth 2050 S2 - "The Animal Kingdom Meets Future Tech"
Host Chuck Pell goes to abandoned areas of Detroit where dog lovers are tracking thousands of strays… with drones.
Past, Present, Future S1 - "...of Hallucinogens"
While psychedelics were originally seen as a tool for spiritual enlightenment and healing, new research and studies are revisiting psychedelics to reveal their potential clinical and therapeutic impact.
Beyond Our Earth S1 - "In Our Orbit"
Humanity's push into Earth's orbit spans Cold War space race milestones, station endurance tests, and international cooperation on the ISS.
Beyond Our Earth S1 - "Conquering the Moon"
Lunar exploration progresses from early Soviet probe flybys and Apollo landings to robotic rovers and 21st-century water ice discoveries.
Beyond Our Earth S1 - "The Inner System"
Probes sent to Venus, Mercury, and Mars uncover clues about planetary formation, solar winds, and potential sites for future colonies.
Beyond Our Earth S1 - "Beyond the Belts"
Voyager and Cassini missions tour the outer solar system, investigating gas giants, icy moons, Pluto, and a hypothetical Planet Nine.
How the Universe Works S2 - "Planets from Hell"
Astronomers explore extreme exoplanets outside our solar system, uncovering terrifying cosmic environments.
How the Universe Works S2 - "Cosmic Firestorms"
Powerful solar flares and cosmic magnetic storms pose a threat to surrounding worlds across the universe.
Xploration Outer Space S4 - "Student-Astronaut Contest"
One lucky student wins the prize of going to Hawaii and experience the HI-SEAS habitat. Host Emily Calandrelli joins the contest winner in this special episode.
Xploration Outer Space S5 - "Mission to Mars: The InSight Lander"
The InSight Lander is on its way to Mars. Host Emily Calandrelli discovers what it takes to prepare this spacecraft for its mission.
Xploration Outer Space S5 - "Space Oddities"
Host Emily Calandrelli speaks to two experts about the most fascinating facts about our universe.
Xploration Outer Space S5 - "Future of Space Medicine"
Host Emily Calandrelli explores the future of space medicine and how we may overcome the challenges ahead.
The New Frontier S5 - "Increasing Orbit"
The ISS is the workhorse of the international spacefaring community, but its days are numbered. Replacement space stations are on the drawing board. However, with commercial interests these stations will add tourism and manufacturing to the mix.
The New Frontier S5 - "Mountains In The Dark"
Asteroids, the debris from the early solar system hold tantalizing clues to planetary formation. The spacecraft Psyche readies to study a unique metallic asteroid. As Lucy is on its way to the trojan asteroids that share Jupiter’s orbit.
The New Frontier S5 - "Oceans in the Sky"
Juice and the Europa Clipper are two missions to our Solar System’s largest planet. They will spend over four years studying Jupiter’s atmosphere, magnetosphere and in particular its icy moons, investigating if they hold oceans suitable for life.
The New Frontier S5 - "Webb of life"
The James Webb Space Telescope is now operational. Launched aboard an Arianne 5 the 10-billion-dollar spacecraft has deployed successfully and reached its orbit around the Sun. Soon Webb will make some findings and pose new questions to be answered.
Space Greed S1 - "Looting The Moon For Trillions of Dollars"
With NASA planning to make a manned return trip to the moon by 2024, how long until some giant corporation turns moon dust into a cosmic-sized payday?
Monster Ships S1 - "One Columba"
A massive 360-meter container ship faces dangerous navigation challenges through narrow river channels and ancient ports.
Monster Ships S1 - "Royal Clipper"
Engineers use modern hydraulics to sail the world’s largest square-rigged ship while keeping high-end cruise guests comfortable.
Monster Ships S1 - "Saipem 7000"
The world's second-largest crane vessel faces tense delays and closing weather during a multi-million-dollar oil rig job.
Monster Ships S1 - "Algoma Bulk Freighter"
A huge cargo ship battles lake waves and ice to move grain and iron ore, navigating a seven-flight lock past Niagara Falls.
How Things Work S1 - "Refrigerators, Electric Guitars and Garden Sprinklers"
Ticket barrier, refrigerator, electric guitar, grass trimmer, garden sprinkler and movie camera lens... Using ultra realistic CGI animation, we explode everyday objects into their component parts, to reveal their secret workings.
How Things Work S1 - "Paintball Guns, Ice Machines and Pool Tables"
Paintball gun, floor scrubber, ice machine, pool table, shopping trolley, gas boiler... Using ultra realistic CGI animation, we explode everyday objects into their component parts, to reveal their secret workings.
How Things Work S1 - "Hiking Boots, Pianos and Vending Machines"
Car winch, hiking boot, coffee machine, piano, vending machine, abseil catch... Using ultra realistic CGI animation, we explode everyday objects into their component parts, to reveal their secret workings.
How Things Work S1 - "Skateboards, Vacuum Cleaners and ATMs"
Skateboard, vacuum cleaner, ATM, car jack, digital projector, and multi-tool... Using ultra realistic CGI animation, we explode everyday objects into their component parts, to reveal their secret workings.
Top 10: The Art of Architecture S1 - "Bridges: City Icons"
Here are ten of the world greatest modern bridges - engineering marvels and architectural masterpieces from around the world.
Top 10: The Art of Architecture S1 - "Transport Megastructures-Engineering Wonders"
The Trans-Siberian Railway, New York City Subway, Channel Tunnel and Suez Canal are only some of the breathtaking megastructures devised by humanity.
Top 10: The Art of Architecture S1 - "Museums and Galleries: Architectural Treasures"
Bilbao, Amsterdam, Antwerp and Florence belong to a dynamic group of cities that preserve the heritage of humanity through museums.
Top 10: The Art of Architecture S1 - "TV Towers: Complex and Gracious"
Television towers are a distinctive type of structure that have long transcended the utilitarian purpose they were designed for.
Survival Science S1 - "Surviving a Bear Attack"
Nick and Laura create kick-ass tests to explore the immense power and startling speed of grizzly bears. They use Hollywood stunt tools to experience an attack. Then try to recreate a “miracle” arrow shot that saved a man from being killed by a bear.
Survival Science S1 - "Surviving Treestand Accidents"
In this exciting episode we’ll find out the reasons why tree stand accidents happen and how we can prevent them. Cool science mixed with dynamic experiments send our hosts, our stunt team and our special crash test dummies plummeting to the ground.
Survival Science S1 - "Sniper Attack"
Military snipers are trained in a variety of skills: detection, stalking, camouflage, infiltration, special reconnaissance and target acquisition. Bottom line, a ton of cool shooting and science for Nick and Laura to explore!
Survival Science S1 - "Surviving a Lightning Strike"
Laura and Nick travel to a state-of-the-art Direct Effects Lightning Test Lab. With some “explosive” experiments, they’ll determine the power lightning and how it behaves? And they’ll find out how can hunters and fishermen best protect themselves?
Wonder S1 - "Phantoms"
What is the Body Transfer Illusion or the Moon Illusion? We also explain how the Autokinetic Effect and the Stereoscopy work!
China's Swan Lake
‘China’s Swan Lake’ shows the lives of a whooper swan family living on the vast lake of the Sanmenxia Wetland Park along with invasive black swans and blue herons.
Feel the Heat
Life has harnessed the power of the sun, but the dramatic forces of fire and drought challenge the survival of plants and animals.
The Blind Monkey
China's Taihang Mountains are a tough place to be a baby monkey, especially if your blind. Follow the two-year saga of love and compassion that defies all odds with the extreme devotion of one macaque mother.
Plastic: The Real Sea Monster
Six million metric tons of plastic end up in the world's ocean each year. Unlike other waste, plastic can stay in the water forever without breaking down. How is this deadly killer affecting the world's oceans?
Nature's calendar S1 - "January"
For some animals January is a time of lush plenty, for others babies are on their way. From the pine martens that frolic in snowy northern wonderlands to capybara finally released from the Amazon’s dry season to a river swelling with watery life.
Nature's calendar S1 - "February"
February is a month of contradictions, where it will be too hot for some and too cold for others. This brings challenges and also unfolding stories – of new life,the fight to protect old ones, battles against the elements and even a little romance.
Nature's calendar S1 - "March"
All around the world, March is a month of revelation. As with any month, there are highs and lows, but as the hours of sunlight start to get longer, brightness will win the day.
Nature's calendar S1 - "April"
For many people April is normally the month of Easter, and similarly in the animal kingdom eggs of all sorts abound. It is a time of new life, a renewal of old ties and, for many creatures, of relief.
End of the Big Cats S1 - "Lion"
Prosecuted for many decades, Africa’s lion population has declined to only twenty thousand, and many biologists and conservationists are starting an international campaign to save these extraordinary animals.
Sci Q S1 - "What’s Your Science IQ?"
Fast-paced, pop-science show that will test your science I.Q. How smart is the modern-day robot? How come Earth has a protective atmosphere? Why does the U.S. have more tornadoes than anywhere else in the world?
Sci Q S1 - "Discover your Science Intelligence"
Fast-paced, pop-science show that will test your science I.Q. Is it true that we only use 10% of our brain? Did Mars used to have an ocean? How much longer will we be able to live on fossil fuels?
Sci Q S1 - "Measure Your Sci Q"
Fast-paced, pop-science show that will test your science I.Q. What causes a lightning strike? Where in our solar system is the asteroid belt? What’s the difference between a stalagmite and a stalactite?
Sci Q S1 - "Who’s the Smartest in the Room?"
Fast-paced, pop-science show that will test your science I.Q. Where’s the hottest place in North America? Does a camel’s hump store water or fat? Our planet is moving through space at 67,000 mph, so why don’t we feel it moving?
Health Explored S2 - "Adaptation"
Travel to La Paz, Bolivia, to see how high altitude impacts the body. From science to tradition, visit the witches market and learn about an ancient Inca medicine for altitude sickness
Health Explored S2 - "Superfoods"
The high altitude environment makes foods that are considered "super". From quinoa, to special beans and salt - We travel from the Uyuni Salt flats back to La Paz to work with a Master Chef.
Health Explored S2 - "Mother Earth"
Travel to the world's highest lake to see what is happening in this fragile ecosystem. We finish our Bolivian adventure with a ceremony honouring our planet.
Health Explored S2 - "What We Learned"
The small team share their most impactful moments, stories, places and people, and how they changed their lives and health.
The Aviators S3 - "John Mohr, Barnstormer & T-45 Goshawk"
We get to know the man who flies a stock 1947 Stearman like no one else on the planet & explore the aircraft that introduces fighter pilots to carrier landings.
The Aviators S3 - "Road America Fly Over"
The Wisconsin Air National Guard add a jet-powered punch to the end of the national anthem at a Nascar race at Road America.
The Aviators S3 - "Learning to Fly"
We hang out with Motley Crue's lead singer Vince Neil as he starts taking flight lessons!
The Aviators S3 - "Dog Fight & Skytypers"
Taking to the skies to dogfight other aircraft in air combat & a formation team that besides performing with military precision actually types long-lasting messages in the sky.
Suppressed Science S1 - "The Suppressed Science Of Psychedelics"
Join Athena as she explores the underground world of psychedelic science, and the revolutionary impact it is poised to have on the pharmaceutical industries.
Suppressed Science S1 - "Race: Science, Social Construct, or Both?"
The concept of race was invented during colonial and imperialist eras as a means to reify political power structures.
Suppressed Science S1 - "Weather Control: The Debate Over Geo-Engineering"
In this episode, Athena takes on the controversial topic of Geoengineering, and meets scientists working on an ambitious plan to put a shield around the planet.
Suppressed Science S1 - "Human Enhancement"
From a cutting-edge, science-based gym & spa, to a medical clinic that offers direct ultrasound brain stimulation designed to increase mental performance.
The Ultimates S1 - "Ultimate Strike Planes"
Take a look at the history of creating stronger, faster and more powerful military aircraft.
The Ultimates S1 - "Ultimate Combat Helicopters"
Ultimate Combat Helicopters offers a fascinating perspective on the technology used to create today’s most powerful combat helicopters.
The Ultimates S1 - "Ultimate Thrill Rides"
Explore the ultimate adrenaline rush – the world’s fastest and scariest thrill rides.
Massive Moves S1 - "Floating Fortress"
A family hires a team of marine engineers in Vancouver to build and sail an enormous floating home down a busy river to reach their moorings.
Massive Moves S1 - "River Rescue"
A family in Washington state hires a crew of house truckers to rescue their beloved home that is about to fall off the edge of a crumbling cliff into a raging river.
Massive Moves S1 - "Minnesota Family Farmhouse"
A family in Minnesota hire a team of house truckers to move their historic farmstead closer to work to eliminate their daily commutes.
Massive Moves S1 - "Million Dollar Mansion"
The Pilcher family in Saskatchewan call in a team of house truckers to haul their stunning mansion across rough fields and down narrow lanes to save it from being demolished.
Engineering the Future S2 - "Electric Vehicles"
This film follows the emerging world of Electric Vehicles, the infrastructure needed for them, and the radical change we must make to the way we think about transport.
Engineering the Future S2 - "The Metaverse"
This episode is different, it's about an idea, the Metaverse. The Metaverse is the successor to the internet. It will change the lives of almost every human on the planet.
Engineering the Future S2 - "Hyperloop"
Virgin Hyperloop is a train that runs inside a steel tunnel. This revolutionary new vehicle floats along the track using magnetic levitation and glides at airline speeds.
Angry Planet S3 - "Under Pressure"
George begins his exploration of the deep with a well-preserved shipwreck in the st.lawrence River, then heads west to dive with undersea explorers Chris Harvey-Clark and Phil Nuyyton, and investigate the newly discovered “Black Smoker” deepsea vents
Angry Planet S3 - "Crystal Cave"
A remarkable find was made in Chihuahua, Mexico, of a spectacular cave filled with giant crystals. George leads an Explorers Club Flag Expedition into the cave, wearing special refrigerated suits and respirators to battle the extreme environment
Miracle Materials S1 - "From Concrete to Clay"
Innovators reimagine building materials using textile-reinforced concrete, ancient Roman techniques, and 3D-printed clay structures.