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Chronicles the building and dedication of the first-ever United States Navy monument in Normandy, France. Dozens of interviews with Navy D-Day veterans are included. New England region Emmy Awards for writing and photography.

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.

"D-DAY" - June 6th 1944: Normandy landings Personal and daily items such as helmets, badges, bullets, weapons, cans have been uncovered by recent archeological digs. These traces left behind by soldiers and civilians on the battle ground and findings of underground passages and blockhouses kept secret provide new insights into 2WW History.

On the 11th of November, 1918, the First World War drew to an end with a terrible toll… after a conflict unlike anything Humanity had ever seen before. For 4 years and 3 months, soldiers from at least 20 countries were plunged in the hell of trenches… caught under a deluge of bombs.

Team members Patricia Marin and Malinka Franklin help a lost soul cross over into the light.

Investigators try new techniques and encounter more odd activities throughout this large estate.

The team investigate a disused factory in Burton-Upon-Trent. Reports of paranormal happenings are common and the team are ready for anything.

The Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker is a former government-owned nuclear bunker located at Hack Green, Cheshire, England. It Started as a decoy site for enemy bombers but later developed into a legitimate base. Now it is ripe with hauntings.

Timber is one of this country's biggest natural resources and the source of great potential wealth. Hence the existence of wholesale illegal logging, irrespective of the consequences to the local environment. This has led concerned parties to set up the Olancho Environmental Movement. This organization has mobilized to protect these forests, at some risk to its members, like Rene Gradiz, whose tes

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.

We visit the old south and enjoy some sweet tea in Savannah. On this episode, we'll stroll the city's beautiful squares, as well as visit it's civil war past at Old Fort Jackson. Then, we head up the stairs of the famous Tybee Island lighthouse and visit the Savannah Railroad museum.

There's a lot to cover in the oldest city in America. Take a sip from the distinctively tasting Fountain of Youth. Then we'll cross the draw bridge of the undefeated Spanish Fort, the Castillo San Marcos. Then we'll learn the true history of pirates at the Pirate Museum.

Ubongo the gorilla has a foot injury, and treating a 400-pound patient takes serious skill. Meanwhile, Ester's team unveils a coral farm—less cuddly, but just as vital. And in the summer heat, Hugo the sloth cools off with a slow-motion shower. From veterinary challenges to marine innovation and quirky animal moments, Loro Parque never stops surprising.

Posse the red panda and Santiago the saki have been having issues with their teeth. The dentist has arrived but he's got some good news and bad news. The good news is neither of them have to foot the bill. The bad news is, he's brought his big pliers! Ever heard the tale of how the blue throated macaw parrot was saved from extinction and started a new fashion trend in the process? Loro Parque repo

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 on the North Island of New Zealand fishing for snapper in the blue waters off the Matakana Coast. Using his rustic portable kitchen, he prepares a snapper burger with a creamy aioli, classic fish and chips with a coconut flour, curry and wheat beer batter and finally, stuffed and grilled snapper with a homemade pinenut pesto.

In this episode Wanaka based Chef Angelo Georgalli is on the South Island of New Zealand diving for paua in the waters south of Jackson Bay. Using his rustic portable kitchen, he prepares paua sushi with teriyaki sauce and fresh vegetables, roasted mushrooms stuffed with a creamy paua sauce and finally a paua fritter and pancake stack with fresh basil pesto.

A look at the characters and destinations for heli-skiers in Alaska.

The Waiting is the hardest part. The anticipation of the next face shot, of an uncut heli run, and of an approaching storm is enough to drive this group of skiers to devote their entire lives to the pursuit of a sport and a lifestyle.

Nicknamed the Garden of Eden, this volcanic caldera is home to over 25,000 big game animals. Here survival isn't just a game—it's a matter of life and death. You'll witness one of the great acts of nature—buffalo, lion and hyena in a face-to-face struggle for dominance. Life in the crater can take surprising twists.

Nairobi is the capital of Kenya and one of the most fascinating cities in Africa. On our visit we'll see the colonial architecture of a bygone era and the ultra-modern side of town as well. We'll learn the truth behind the "Out of Africa" story and our host gets eye-to-eye with some endangered giraffes.

India can match Africa mega-animal for mega-animal. The three biggest—elephant, buffalo and rhino are found in large numbers in only one national park in India—Kazaringa. Join Bill as he attempts to check each of these highly endangered and dangerous herbivores off his bucket list.

Every major country has a destination that is incredible but not well known to outsiders—Jaisalmer is such a place. Once a major stop along the silk road, this living museum and surrounding countryside has something for everyone: tragic history, unbelievable architecture, unique cultural groups and resilient wildlife.

An island called the Little Continent - the Canary Island of Gran Canaria.

Cave diving is the most difficult and dangerous type of diving, so the training to become a certified cave diver is arduous. This episode documents Jonathan's actual cave training in the Bahamas and follows him as he learns how to dive safely in the overhead environment of a cave in an attempt to earn his full cave diver certification.

Deep in the heart of Mexico's Yucatan, Jonathan is exploring remote cenotes in the jungle that were once used for Mayan rituals. Just reaching the surface of the water requires rappelling down from the forest above. But then, beneath the surface, he encounters strange alien life forms that live in total darkness, and the remains of humans and animal sacrifices from an ancient culture.

Masters of stealth or speed, using enhanced senses and lethal strategies to hunt, Africa's killers include the incredibly fast cheetah and lions, which while slower, have raw power and ingenious teamwork on their side. The rivers, meanwhile, hold fearsome crocodiles.

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

Investigators try new techniques and encounter more odd activities throughout this large estate.

The team learns to expect the unexpected, as objects move on their own and unexplained sounds plague the investigators.

Built in 1861 Mill Street Barracks is steeped in rich history. It has accommodated many branches of the armed forces throughout its life. Like many other barracks it has also been used as a morgue making it a prime location for the supernatural.

The Drakelow Tunnels are a former underground military complexused mainly for storage. However, during the construction and running of this facility, 6 people are thought to have died. It is believed most of the hauntings that occur here are from the very people that died here.

Timber is one of this country's biggest natural resources and the source of great potential wealth. Hence the existence of wholesale illegal logging, irrespective of the consequences to the local environment. This has led concerned parties to set up the Olancho Environmental Movement. This organization has mobilized to protect these forests, at some risk to its members, like Rene Gradiz, whose tes

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.

There's a lot to cover in the oldest city in America. Take a sip from the distinctively tasting Fountain of Youth. Then we'll cross the draw bridge of the undefeated Spanish Fort, the Castillo San Marcos. Then we'll learn the true history of pirates at the Pirate Museum.

We head underground and visit the Hidee Gold Mine to see how this most precious material is obtained. Then we get a tour of the brand new History Colorado Center where we'll explore Colorado's past through first hand stories and interactive attractions.

Posse the red panda and Santiago the saki have been having issues with their teeth. The dentist has arrived but he's got some good news and bad news. The good news is neither of them have to foot the bill. The bad news is, he's brought his big pliers! Ever heard the tale of how the blue throated macaw parrot was saved from extinction and started a new fashion trend in the process? Loro Parque repo

For over a year, the staff at Loro Parque have been patiently waiting for a huge event to take place. Morgan, the deaf orca is about to give birth to her very first calf. The stakes are high, and the staff are holding their collective breath as the scene is set for the greatest natural phenomenon in the zoo's history.

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 on the South Island of New Zealand diving for paua in the waters south of Jackson Bay. Using his rustic portable kitchen, he prepares paua sushi with teriyaki sauce and fresh vegetables, roasted mushrooms stuffed with a creamy paua sauce and finally a paua fritter and pancake stack with fresh basil pesto.

In this episode Wanaka based Chef Angelo Georgalli is in the South Island of New Zealand fishing for Blue Cod in the waters south off Jackson Bay. Using his rustic portable kitchen, he prepares pan fried blue cod with an orange and pomegranate sauce, Moroccan spice blue cod tagine and finally a blue cod Indian curry with spinach.

This unconventional road trip follows the "Local Exposure Tour," in search of the next BMX pro rider. It follows some of the biggest names in BMX as they search for a BMX "grom" deserving of the opportunity of a lifetime.

World Wave Sailing Champion's explore the beauty and mystique of Maui, as they prepare for the "Aloha Classic," the final stop on the World Wavesailing Tour.

Nairobi is the capital of Kenya and one of the most fascinating cities in Africa. On our visit we'll see the colonial architecture of a bygone era and the ultra-modern side of town as well. We'll learn the truth behind the "Out of Africa" story and our host gets eye-to-eye with some endangered giraffes.

This is definitely the land of the elephant. Large herds of pachyderms roam this marshy park putting on a show for whoever wants to watch. But that's not the only big boys of this park—buffalo, lion and a host of hoofed game make this a wonder to behold.

Every major country has a destination that is incredible but not well known to outsiders—Jaisalmer is such a place. Once a major stop along the silk road, this living museum and surrounding countryside has something for everyone: tragic history, unbelievable architecture, unique cultural groups and resilient wildlife.

The people and wildlife of the western state of Gujarat have found ways to survive in an inhospitable environment. Unique big game exists side-by-side with some of the most talented and unique craftsman in the world. Bill gets the inside scoop on this strange land and is doubly surprised by his local guide.

Jorge Newbery, the mentor of the crossing of the Andes by air, dies in a tragic accident and someone must take the challenge. We will attend a class on balloon flight.

The island of hundreds of volcanoes -the Canary Island of Lanzarote.

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

Deep in the heart of Mexico's Yucatan, Jonathan is exploring remote cenotes in the jungle that were once used for Mayan rituals. Just reaching the surface of the water requires rappelling down from the forest above. But then, beneath the surface, he encounters strange alien life forms that live in total darkness, and the remains of humans and animal sacrifices from an ancient culture.

The Monty Hall Problem shows switching choices boosts winning odds. The Birthday Problem reveals how just 23 people can have a 50% chance of shared birthdays due to multiple pairings. Gambler's Ruin proves that in a fair game, the smaller bankroll loses over time. The Infinite Hotel Paradox explores the strange logic of infinity. The Locker Riddle uses factorization to reveal why only lockers with

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

Learn how a pharmacist and an accountant created the most famous drink in the world, coca cola! And, learn the "Bear" truth behind how a U.S. president helped create everyone's favorite stuffed toy, The Teddy Bear! Then, how did a piece of wire accidentally "Slink" its way to become a fantastic fun toy for children? Plus, how a the wiffle ball was invented.

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!

Medical history is full of odd cures—like bloodletting, which still helps in rare cases. Germs were once doubted until a doctor spotted bacteria between his teeth. Fleming later discovered antibiotics by accident. But now, 'superbugs' threaten this miracle cure. Refrigeration, once deadly due to toxic gases, evolved thanks to pressure-cooking and may soon use sound waves. From leeches to lab break

Humans have long dreamed of flight—from da Vinci's flapping-wing designs to massive cow-gut-filled airships. The Wright brothers, inspired by bicycles, built strong, controllable kites that led to early planes. Modern jets fly faster thanks to high-altitude, low-resistance flight, an idea sparked by Frank Whittle's Aeolipile experiments. From the Airbus A380 to NASA's scramjet, aviation keeps evol