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Survivalist Hazen Audel tackles the waterless wilderness of the deadly Atacama Desert.

Albert Lin uses high-tech mapping to locate ancient Mayan structures hidden in Guatemala. Archaeologists explore these lost ruins for the first time in centuries to reshape history.

Sneaky Seniors: The airport antinarcotics team flags an elderly man who claims to be in Spain for surgery.

The filmmaker gives an insight into behind the scenes of security personnel, highlighting the measures taken by them to keep check of suspicious objects and maintain security.

In this episode, uncover gripping stories of vanished explorers and daring adventurers.

A woman smuggles cocaine in packets of hair bleach and a man's photos of the Pope act as a clever hiding place for illegal drugs.

Journalist Mariana van Zeller heads to the dense Congo to investigate the shocking illegal trade in endangered wild apes.

Customs and Border Protection seizes cocaine and meth in Texas. Meanwhile, San Diego Border Patrol tracks human smugglers.

Survivalist David Blaine distinguishes the concepts of belief and performance through magic by exploring the vibrant land of India.

Rich Pyle goes in search of broken solar panels in order to obtain the expensive silver parts inside. However, he soon realises the hurdles in his mission.

Diego searches for valuables in an aeroplane. Later, Dave helps an elderly couple sell their possessions. Meanwhile, Rich destroys old cell phones in search of precious metals.

David Blaine embarks on an exciting journey to Japan in order to meet extraordinary people who spend a lifetime perfecting a single remarkable skill.

John Littlefield and his team embark on a grueling 25-mile hike through the challenging terrain of the Berkshire mountain range.

The host provides an insight into the process, challenges and logistics of mass-producing food in some of India's largest kitchens.

Witness the science of what went wrong when structures collapse in Construction Fails.

Lethal sharks derail Cyril Chauquet and the intrepid team, rerouting them to a remote volcanic island, where danger lurks around.

Adventurer and survival expert Hazen Audel embarks on a dangerous sea-faring adventure in the Western Pacific's Coral Triangle.

The guys put their skills to the test as they try to navigate an old jeep through Louisiana's largest, most treacherous swamp.

Luke Nguyen, a professional chef, explores fishing techniques used by the local fishermen as he navigates the tranquil backwaters of Kerala.

At Italy's busiest airport, vigilant police uncover a clever drug smuggling attempt, finding cocaine sewn into a shirt and hidden within an ordinary-looking shoe.

The host explores behind-the-scenes of India's largest kitchens. Chefs cook massive quantities of food to serve numerous customers.

Adventurer Cyril Chaquet braves Bolivia's wilds for paiche, facing perils like Lost Lake Dinosaur, stingrays, and caimans in search of Amazon's giant fish.

Gary Mehigan engages with the people and experiences the grand celebration of Eid al-Fitr, an Islamic religious festival.

The ambitious drive to conquer the vast plains of space led mankind down a disastrous path paved with devastating consequences.

Hazen Audel embarks on a dangerous ocean voyage in hopes of catching a huge prized fish.

Wildlife activists Benhail Antao and Louise Remedios flush out a cobra hiding deep underground and later, chase after a python in a chicken coop.

Watchful authorities uncover a massive quantity of drug concealed in the suitcase of a passenger returning from Colombia.

Colombian chef Pablo Naranjo immerses himself in Mumbai's larger-than-life festival of Ganesh Chaturthi, a Hindu occasion commemorating Lord Ganesha.

Uncover the scientific principles behind construction failures caused by critical mistakes thereby leading to devastating consequences.

Hazen Audel faces the perils of the Pacific Coast as he battles to reach Mount Moreno.

The filmmaker joins scientists on mission to safeguard ancient white sturgeon, documenting the conservation efforts for prehistoric fish.

A journey through India allows curious travellers to soak in a vibrant and diverse celebration of culture, people and food.

Luke Nguyen travels to the scenic town of Thekkady to explore its spice plantations and later, arrives at Madurai to uncover its hidden gems.