Curiosity Stream

A journey back in history, we explore the fascinating story of Hampton Court Palace and the scandals of its most infamous resident, King Henry VIII.

From the Rhode Island coastline to the Forests of France, what unites the rich and the royal is a love of a grand home.

The Industrial Revolution and the rise of modern warfare have roots in the depths of time-in the natural process that enriches the soil. How do prehistoric forests lin.

A journey to some of the mysteries of how the early Celts emerged and expanded, from collapsed salt mines to bizarre rituals, strange constructions and lost cities.

We are what we eat: a drive-thru history of a hundred years of fast food, from the burger's humble beginnings to its conquest of America and the world beyond.

Exodus from Dixie: when 6 million African-Americans moved from the southern states of the U.S. to cities in the north and west, they will transform America as we know it.

We live on an ever-moving planet, and as landscapes are altered, wildlife must march to its rhythm. Driven by instinct, they follow the maps hardwired into their DNA.

The Wupper - a popular river in Germany and one of the greatest anomalies of all time.

'Lion whisperer' Kevin Richardson embarks on an unforgettable journey into the world of southern Africa's magnificent lions, cheetahs and leopards.

An in-depth look at the lives of humpback whales and the challenges they face to avoid extinction.

Do you know your cat? When she is not purring on your living room sofa - do you know where she roams?

This is a fascinating journey through time to unearth some icy treasures.

Scientists regard it as one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world. Time and again, it has proved its deadly potential - Merapi, the Fire Mountain of Java.

We live on an ever-moving planet, and as landscapes are altered, wildlife must march to its rhythm. Driven by instinct, they follow the maps hardwired into their DNA.

The Wupper - a popular river in Germany and one of the greatest anomalies of all time.

'Lion whisperer' Kevin Richardson embarks on an unforgettable journey into the world of southern Africa's magnificent lions, cheetahs and leopards.

An in-depth look at the lives of humpback whales and the challenges they face to avoid extinction.

Do you know your cat? When she is not purring on your living room sofa - do you know where she roams?

This is a fascinating journey through time to unearth some icy treasures.

Scientists regard it as one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world. Time and again, it has proved its deadly potential - Merapi, the Fire Mountain of Java.

Morocco was once part of a vast African Berber kingdom that had tremendous wealth, fabulous architecture and sophisticated ideas.

Columbus has no idea that, because of Earth's geology and geography he won't get to his destination or how that epic failure will make his voyage one of the most influential expeditions.

The Industrial Revolution and the rise of modern warfare have roots in the depths of time-in the natural process that enriches the soil. How do prehistoric forests lin.

Exodus from Dixie: when 6 million African-Americans moved from the southern states of the U.S. to cities in the north and west, they will transform America as we know it.

GENGHIS KHAN - the myth and the man: find out if the greatest conqueror the world has ever seen is the world's greatest villain or a hero of history.

A look at the famous Zulu kingdom, including their brutal clashes with the Boers and British and the secrets behind their legendary military strength.

Welcome to Thomas Jefferson's Monticello. We explore inside and out to find out why this unique house was the great passion of Jefferson's life.

In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the fascinating history behind one of America's most iconic homes, Hearst Castle.

Today we can generate energy out of almost nothing. Could we be flushing tons of potential down the toilet? Maybe our 'poop' is more than just useless waste?

Hate is a useless emotion, yet the power of hatred can be very destructive. What causes humans to hate? Is hate something we all have the capacity to feel?

The birth of the music soundtrack drew influences from across the world, and the 1930s saw the arrival of sound.

As fascism was growing in Germany, the great artists who had not yet escaped Europe were now leaving and heading to Hollywood.

When first presented with the like button (then dubbed 'the awesome button') Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg had a simple response: 'No'.

A futuristic designer, Robert Propst, dreamed up 'The Action Office' as a workplace utopia that would unleash the modern knowledge worker's vast untapped potential.

Barcodes have radically changed global commerce, helping fuel the rise of everything from massive companies like Walmart to world powers like China.

Florida wasn't always the Sunshine State. In the 1920s, an army of real estate boosters set out to redefine Florida.

The Vikings were the last barbarians. From the ice fields of the North to the Russian steppe, these fearsome Scandinavian warriors sailed the globe for three centuries.

A journey to some of the mysteries of how the early Celts emerged and expanded, from collapsed salt mines to bizarre rituals, strange constructions and lost cities.

After thriving for over three centuries, the Celts turned from traders into distinguished warriors, weapon masters and metal artists in a time that became their golden age.

Uncover the ancient engineering secrets of the Colosseum in Rome.

Libyan native and political scientist, Abdusalam Hamtoun journeys through his homeland.

150 years ago, Japan opened up to the world and took giant steps towards modernity.