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Gold, ivory and slaves drove the economy of the East coast of Africa 500 years ago. Join us as we explore the Portuguese and Arab roles in these horrific trade schemes. We'll also investigate the pristine waters off the coast of the nearby National Park where our host dons a snorkel mask and comes face-to-face with the creatures of the coral reef.

The Great Rift Valley is actually where the continent of Africa is literally tearing itself apart. It's a geologic phenomenon where one side is a rainforest full of colorful birds and strange monkeys and the other, a large lake centered on a vast plain. Two bordering eco-zones…double the wildlife.

These two national parks have some of the most diverse wildlife found on the Indian subcontinent. From the ancestors of our domesticated livestock to leopards, bear and elephants—this is a photographer's paradise. Join Bill as he attempts to track down two of the hardest predators to photograph—the leopard and the sloth bear.

Where can you find literally hundreds of Jain Temples, a lost civilization and one of the top birding destinations in the world—the Bhavnagar region of course. Follow Bill as he attempts to climb 4000 steps to the great Jain temples of Palitana, floats through a lagoon full of flamingoes, egrets and cranes and learns about a kingdom lost to history.

La Isla Bonita - the Canary Island of La Palma.

In this epic octopus adventure, Jonathan visits two aquaria to learn about the Giant Pacific octopus, and then travels to Seattle, Washington (USA) to join the Seattle Aquarium dive team on an octopus survey. He meets the Giant Pacific Octopus, the world's largest octopus, and discovers how clever this huge invertebrate really is!

Jonathan heads down to the shipwrecks of North Carolina (USA) to observe how these wrecks have become home to thousands of animals, including Sand Tiger sharks. But instead of chasing all the fish, the sharks are protecting many of them! Then, Jonathan visits the School for Field Studies in the Turks & Caicos Islands to learn how college students conduct fieldwork in their pursuit of degrees in Ma

Killer armies collaborate to take down larger prey. On land, a zebra's kick can kill, but in the water it's easy meat for a congregation of crocodiles. Wild dogs may not seem like fearsome predators, but a pack kills fast, brutally and often.

On East Africa's plains, millions of wildebeest and zebras migrate, crossing the Mara and Grumeti rivers where crocodiles lie in wait. DC, a dominant croc, faces challenges at each hunting zone—from shallow waters to rocky crossings. He battles rivals, adapts his strategy, and learns to thrive in changing conditions. As the rivers dry and herds thin, DC makes one final kill. The Mara and Grumeti d

Savuti is big cat country, where only the most resourceful predators thrive. This film follows three characters through winter as small game vanishes and buffalo arrive. The Marsh Pride faces tough terrain and rival lions, while Saba, the matriarch, struggles after a hyena attack. A lone female leopard adapts her hunting strategy to survive in a lion-dominated landscape. Through nighttime hunts an

This angry spirit doesn't like being dead and still considers himself the sole owner of lovely Oaklands Mansion.

Their bodies have long turned to dust, but the spirits of the original owners who built Bellewood remain in charge and don't mind chasing out tresspassers.

Built in the early 1800s, Whitby Hall used to be an administrative center and now stands as a public park and arts center. It has never before been investigated, but staff have reported many noises and presences among them.

The team head to Tutbury Castle in Derbyshire to investigate the paranormal reports at the location. Past Hunters appear to have caught the Tutbury Ghost on camera.

Presented by Peadar King, this series illustrates the human consequences of global economic inequalities and human rights violations, by focusing on how people encounter these issues on a daily basis.

Presented by Peadar King, this series illustrates the human consequences of global economic inequalities and human rights violations, by focusing on how people encounter these issues on a daily basis.

America's military history is on display on the decks of the USS North Carolina. Then we visit the historic Confederate Fort Fisher civil war museum and learn about the Carolina's role in the civil war.

The live music capital of the US has an interesting past. Take an in depth look at one of Austin's oldest hotels, The Driskill. Then we'll learn about Texan independence in the Bob Bullock History museum. Finally, we'll end up at one of Austin's most historic buildings, the Texas state capitol.

A snapshot of Seasons, how they work together and keep the globe in balance. Droughts are explored in terms of how we can predict them, proof our lives from them and collect data because of them. Hurricanes are explained, their power revealed and the measures that are used to help us survive their impact. Thunderstorms have a few stages of development that roll out in a particular order.

Loro Parque, voted "World's Best Zoo" two years in a row, blends top-tier animal care with global conservation efforts. From thousands of species to multi-million-dollar research, its mission is clear: protect wildlife and inspire change. What began 45 years ago as one man's passion is now a global model of excellence in education, sustainability, and animal welfare.

Sarah travels to one of the top 10 dive destinations in Australia (Julian Rocks, Byron Bay, NSW) to dive with three species of Wobbegong Sharks within the Cape Byron Marine Park. She also conducts a street poll with members of the public to find out what they think about sharks.

Gasp at animal power, gawp at childhood innocence, this is the true story of children who live as friends with wild animals.

Gasp at animal power, gawp at childhood innocence, this is the true story of children who live as friends with wild animals.

In this episode Wanaka based Chef Angelo Georgalli is in the North Island of New Zealand fishing for kahawai in the blue waters off the Matakana Coast. Using his rustic portable kitchen, he prepares kahawai parcels with cauliflower cheese and pine nuts, a coconut and mango kahawai curry and finally a kahawai, potato and tomato fish stew.

In this episode Wanaka based Chef Angelo Georgalli is on the North Island of New Zealand collecting scallops on the shores of the Matakana Coast. Using his rustic portable kitchen, he prepares scallops wrapped in prosciutto with butter, cream and white wine; pan fried scallop salad with homemade sweet chilli sauce and a creamy mascarpone risotto with scallops pan fried in a delicious herb butter.

Mountain Bikers head to a secret location deep in the desert of Utah, to ride new and challenging terrain.

The best all-round snowboarder and skier in the world, explore and assault the southern alps of New Zealand looking for big air and beautiful light to kick off another winter season.

The Great Rift Valley is actually where the continent of Africa is literally tearing itself apart. It's a geologic phenomenon where one side is a rainforest full of colorful birds and strange monkeys and the other, a large lake centered on a vast plain. Two bordering eco-zones…double the wildlife.

To this day sisal, a rope making fiber plant, is a mainstay of the economy. Journeys tours the capital city of Tanzania and its diverse religious institutions before heading into sisal country. We'll learn about the German influences and the seldom heard story of Livingstone's final trip across Africa.

Where can you find literally hundreds of Jain Temples, a lost civilization and one of the top birding destinations in the world—the Bhavnagar region of course. Follow Bill as he attempts to climb 4000 steps to the great Jain temples of Palitana, floats through a lagoon full of flamingoes, egrets and cranes and learns about a kingdom lost to history.

Over the years, Bill has been able to find and film all of the great predators of India, but one—the wild Asiatic Dog or Dhole. These illusive and endangered canines have rarely been captured on camera. This is the last great wildlife challenge Bill has yet to conquer…Will he succeed?

The technician team can't make the right gas to raise the hot air balloon. In a chemical laboratory we will reproduce the gas production process as our adventurers did in 1916.

Island of infinitely long beaches - the Canary Island of Fuerteventura.

The island of the god Helios -the Greek island of Rhodes.

Jonathan joins shark researcher Dr. Stephen Kajiura to test how well wild sharks can detect electrical fields in their environment. Then, he heads to New Jersey (USA) to learn how to dive in the Mark V commercial diving helmet! Finally, he ends up in the Gulf of Mexico to learn how oil platforms can actually become a healthy artificial reef and attract marine life from miles around.

Saccadic eye masking helps the brain blur fast eye movements for clear vision. Plants move in response to stimuli for survival and reproduction. Language shapes how we perceive color—some cultures lack words for certain hues. Color blindness stems from faulty retinal cells and can be genetic or acquired. Perspective illusion uses geometry to create depth in art, a technique refined during the Rena

A series that puts chemistry in our everyday experience by showing the living connection we have with the chemicals and elements that make up our world. The matter that built skies and seas, the atoms that make up you and me, the chemistry around us that forms the things we touch, smell and see. This series shows us what the objects in our universe and in our homes are made from and why the partic

A series that puts chemistry in our everyday experience by showing the living connection we have with the chemicals and elements that make up our world. The matter that built skies and seas, the atoms that make up you and me, the chemistry around us that forms the things we touch, smell and see. This series shows us what the objects in our universe and in our homes are made from and why the partic

Before computer drawing programs, there was a toy that if you mastered its two circular white knobs you could have a picture perfect SKETCH. We'll explain how the ETCH A SKETCH drew onto the scene. And what did Neil Armstrong REALLY say when he stepped on the moon, the "aahh" answer will surprise you! Plus, where did the explosive name BIKINI come from?

It was the PURRRFECT idea for making our furry friends more pleasant around the house! You'll learn how KITTY LITTER clawed its way into our homes. And you'll learn how a garment made out of special woven fibers can stop a bullet, plus, why is walking under a ladder bad luck? And finally, we'll CUT TO THE CHASE and explain the history behind this common phrase!

It's the city of love, Paris, France. The world over knows its most famous structure, the Eiffel Tower! But did you know PARISIANS originally wanted to tear it down! We'll explain why and how it was saved! Then, you'll visit America's FIRST PIZZERIA! And how the gourmet ice cream HAAGEN DAZS got its exotic start in Bronx New York!

Cooling is essential today, but it began with icehouses and lake-cut ice. The 'ice industry' faded due to pollution. Air-conditioning was invented to control humidity, not temperature. Cold isn't created—it's moved. The first fridge was built to fight malaria, but early models leaked toxic gases. Even Einstein designed a safer version. Later, refrigerants harmed the environment. Now, scientists ex