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Close Quarter Battle

Close Quarter Battle

No country other than France operates an elite military force that invites foreign nationals to serve in its ranks. With a reputation for being a safe haven for individuals with questionable pasts, the French Foreign Legion is a true mercenary army that has garnered significant respect within the global special operations community. This episode of CQB examines a raid by the Foreign Legion on a small airport in Iraq during the 1990 Gulf War, exploring the nature of the Legion, how it differs from other special forces, and how it prepares for a wide variety of close quarter battle scenarios in conflict situations around the world.

2026-06-09 08:29:01 +0000 UTC2026-06-09 08:59:30 +0000 UTC(30m)
Survive the Wild

Survive the Wild

When animals share info to help each other decide, it's called animal communication. They use stuff like sounds, colors, body language, movements, electric signs, touches, smells, or a mix of these. Whether it's a sea anemone spreading its tentacles or a male lion considering approaching a mate, their skill in communicating can be vital for their success. This episode dives into how animals interact with one another.

2026-06-09 12:59:00 +0000 UTC2026-06-09 14:04:57 +0000 UTC(1h5m)
Royal Documentaries

Royal Documentaries

Two young men who have had to cope with extraordinarily challenging events and circumstances as, together, they have gone on to change the face of the British royal family and carve meaningful roles for themselves in the modern world. Made in 1999 two years after the death of their mother, Princess Diana, this original and touching documentary examines the lives of the royal princes, the legacy of their mother, the responsibilities of being a royal - and what the future holds for them.

2026-06-09 10:56:22 +0000 UTC2026-06-09 11:59:22 +0000 UTC(1h3m)
Close Quarter Battle

Close Quarter Battle

No country other than France operates an elite military force that invites foreign nationals to serve in its ranks. With a reputation for being a safe haven for individuals with questionable pasts, the French Foreign Legion is a true mercenary army that has garnered significant respect within the global special operations community. This episode of CQB examines a raid by the Foreign Legion on a small airport in Iraq during the 1990 Gulf War, exploring the nature of the Legion, how it differs from other special forces, and how it prepares for a wide variety of close quarter battle scenarios in conflict situations around the world.

2026-06-09 08:29:01 +0000 UTC2026-06-09 08:59:30 +0000 UTC(30m)
Close Quarter Battle

Close Quarter Battle

Following the September 11 attacks, military presence became commonplace in New York and other American cities, and the counter terrorism forces were effectively given a “blank cheque” when it came to ensuring that another terrorist incident would never take place on American soil. This episode of CQB takes an in–depth look at who was selected to occupy elite anti-terrorist positions, what they were trained for, and how they were equipped: when opposing forces are using commercial airliners and chemical weapons, countermeasures are by necessity complicated and varied. CQB takes an intimate look at what it was like to be an officer on alert for chemical attacks in Washington DC, or an army reservist monitoring suspicious activities on the streets of NYC.

2026-06-09 07:56:48 +0000 UTC2026-06-09 08:29:01 +0000 UTC(32m)
Close Quarter Battle

Close Quarter Battle

From the elite ex-special forces personnel in charge of guarding heads of state in conflict zones to the two-person teams that protect CEOs in dangerous regions, modern day bodyguards must be well versed in close quarter battle techniques. An immense amount of planning and preparation is involved in each operation. From air travel, car convoys and helicopter shuttles to basic foot traffic, a close protection squad must be completely tuned to the Who, What, Where and When of any given situation. This episode of CQB focuses on the complex day-to-day and minute-to-minute operations of these elite teams and the highly developed techniques they employ.

2026-06-08 22:35:07 +0000 UTC2026-06-08 23:07:35 +0000 UTC(32m)
Close Quarter Battle

Close Quarter Battle

The practice of hiring private armies goes back to ancient times, and the mystique associated with the mercenary warrior has been the subject of many historical studies and fictional characterizations. This episode of CQB takes a more contemporary look at a day in the life of a group of civilian contractors, and how their role has evolved on the modern battlefield. Using its “sub-second” analysis techniques and intimate first-person footage, CQB reveals the backgrounds, training and equipment of today's “soldiers for hire” and how private armies are re-shaping the way conflicts are conducted around the world.

2026-06-08 22:02:54 +0000 UTC2026-06-08 22:35:07 +0000 UTC(32m)
Survive the Wild

Survive the Wild

Animals or groups protect their territory by using sounds like birds singing or scents like pheromones from many mammals to mark boundaries. These are just the initial warnings. If other animals ignore these signs, a conflict might happen. Animals need a secure territory to mate, raise their young, and ensure there's enough food and resources for survival. This episode looks at the strategies animals use to claim their territory.

2026-06-08 20:04:24 +0000 UTC2026-06-08 21:07:45 +0000 UTC(1h3m)