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How do they make pistachios, what is the Forbidden City, and how do they produce radars? Find out as more items are put under the microscope.

How do they build wrecker trucks, how do they produce Roquefort, and how are trees transported? Find out as more items are examined.

Bruce and Hus are on an Italian road-trip. From Venice to Lake Garda they meet up with dealers whose objects tell the incredible story of Italy in WWII.

New research is beginning to reveal an invisible scaffold of dark matter known as the Cosmic Web, an intergalactic network that transformed the universe.

Don Wildman investigates an ingenious trick that helped win a war, a terrifying trek through Antarctica and a miraculous invention that the world loved.

Don Wildman investigates the strategy of a medieval general, a bizarre creature from the deep and searches for the fate of a lost expedition.

Phil and Jess venture into the Great Smoky Mountains to investigate missing hiker reports and sightings of grotesque human-like creatures.

Lost Spanish Fortune, Found! Josh Gates goes to the coast of Florida and Cuba in search of sunken treasure from a fleet of Spanish ships sunk in 1715.

U-505 was the only U-boat captured by the US Navy during WWII. Relive the battle, and its aftermath, through archive footage and personal accounts from sailors.

Bruce uncovers plans for the D-Day invasion, there's a bumpy landing for a Dakota aeroplane, and in France his passion hits new heights with a parachute jump.

Alex and Kevin renovate a mine's machine shop so the mine can begin generating income. The guys negotiate a deal that could be their biggest payoff yet.

A third-generation miner has big dreams of re-opening his father's silver mine, but unsafe conditions call for backup. Alex and Kevin negotiate a deal to restore it.

Drew heads to Holland where, thanks to its thriving antiques markets, he can find the kind of unique pieces he's renowned for - including his dream car, a vintage Bugatti.

Drew unearths a steel corpus of Christ on the cross, and spots a divine early 19th century gothic pew. Later, he finds a set of 1950s industrial pendant lamps.

Nebulas are the strange structures of cosmic gas and dust where stars are born and die. New discoveries reveal the secrets of these mysterious places.

Did Aliens Nuke Mars? A strange discovery by NASA's Mars Curiosity rover suggests the Red Planet was home to an alien nuclear war 300 million years ago - could this be true.

Josh sets off to search for the lost fortune of a notorious Montana sheriff. During his investigation, Josh blows open a mine that's been sealed for over a century.

Horrified locals in Iowa are reporting sightings of a giant winged creature - the same mysterious beast that terrorized the town of Van Meter 100 years ago.

Don Wildman investigates the story behind an iconic September 11th photo, a NASA experiment that turned deadly and a Naval codebreaker.

Don Wildman examines an unlikely alliance between the military and a mob boss, a death-defying voyage on the high seas and a high-flying heroine.

Cosmic rays that damage human DNA are a serious risk in manned space exploration. Can physicists find the source of the rays and help reduce the danger.

U-505 was the only U-boat captured by the US Navy during WWII. Relive the battle, and its aftermath, through archive footage and personal accounts from sailors.

Paul searches for evidence that extra-terrestrials are among us. He unearths long-buried files that could lead to an alien cover-up all the way to the White House.

How do they produce marble, how do they make mahjong pieces, and how do they build escape slides? Find out as more items are put under the microscope.

A look at how products are manufactured around the world. Featuring Kamaz trucks, products for hair and the Canton Tower.

Bruce uncovers plans for the D-Day invasion, there's a bumpy landing for a Dakota aeroplane, and in France his passion hits new heights with a parachute jump.

Cosmic rays that damage human DNA are a serious risk in manned space exploration. Can physicists find the source of the rays and help reduce the danger.

Don Wildman investigates the story behind an iconic September 11th photo, a NASA experiment that turned deadly and a Naval codebreaker.

Don Wildman examines an unlikely alliance between the military and a mob boss, a death-defying voyage on the high seas and a high-flying heroine.

Horrified locals in Iowa are reporting sightings of a giant winged creature - the same mysterious beast that terrorized the town of Van Meter 100 years ago.

Josh sets off to search for the lost fortune of a notorious Montana sheriff. During his investigation, Josh blows open a mine that's been sealed for over a century.

Lockheed were tasked with creating a plane invisible to Russian radar, capable of reaching an altitude of 80,000 ft and speeds of Mach 3.2.

Bruce gets hold of an extremely rare, and valuable, German Panther tank - and its original undercoat is more pink than camouflage. But getting parts is a struggle.

Alex and Kevin battle the arid Arizona climate to help mine owner James make his $200 claim profitable. Everything changes when they make a surprising discovery.

Three miners have invested over $100,000 into their claim. Alex and Kevin head to Arizona to help this faltering team improve their milling operation.

In Gloucestershire, Drew finds a huge horse's head with a dealer specialising in sculptures. And, in Somerset he spots a valuable Persian rug lining a chicken shed.

In Devon, Drew rummages through a heap of railway items collected over 30 years by a local enthusiast. And, he digs out treasure at a recently-closed glove factory.

Interstellar space is the space between the universe's stars. New discoveries reveal that it's not empty and unremarkable as previously thought.

Neil Armstrong led an expedition into the Amazon seeking a library apparently made by aliens. Did a close encounter on his moonwalk inspire his quest.

The Lost Tomb Of Attila The Hun. Josh travels to Hungary to look for the lost tomb of Attila the Hun. Legends lead the search to the mountain forests just outside of Budapest.

Ghost Fort Of The Civil War. Phil and Jess gain unprecedented access to investigate ghostly voices and apparitions in Fort Morgan, a massive Civil War stronghold.

Don Wildman examines a dinosaur skeleton, the golden cover of a record that contained the sounds of Earth and a medicine ball used by a president.

Don Wildman explores how a dentist tool was key to solving a mystery involving Thomas Jefferson and the story of a young girl who stood up to the Nazis.

Earth's past is marked by one cosmic disaster after another, forging the path of human evolution. Experts explore how close the Earth has come to destruction.

Lockheed were tasked with creating a plane invisible to Russian radar, capable of reaching an altitude of 80,000 ft and speeds of Mach 3.2.

Paul treks deep into the woods of the Midwest in search of Bigfoot. He cuts through hoaxes and misinformation to uncover ground-breaking evidence.

A look at how products are manufactured. Featuring ball-bearings, what goes into cartoonist's ink and discover how false eyes are made.

A look at how products are manufactured around the world. How are Russian dolls manufactured, how is aloe vera produced and how are flags made.

Bruce gets hold of an extremely rare, and valuable, German Panther tank - and its original undercoat is more pink than camouflage. But getting parts is a struggle.

Earth's past is marked by one cosmic disaster after another, forging the path of human evolution. Experts explore how close the Earth has come to destruction.

Don Wildman examines a dinosaur skeleton, the golden cover of a record that contained the sounds of Earth and a medicine ball used by a president.

Don Wildman explores how a dentist tool was key to solving a mystery involving Thomas Jefferson and the story of a young girl who stood up to the Nazis.

Ghost Fort Of The Civil War. Phil and Jess gain unprecedented access to investigate ghostly voices and apparitions in Fort Morgan, a massive Civil War stronghold.

The Lost Tomb Of Attila The Hun. Josh travels to Hungary to look for the lost tomb of Attila the Hun. Legends lead the search to the mountain forests just outside of Budapest.

Emerging as a rival to Boeing's 247, the rigorously tested twin-engine DC3 would eventually radicalise the aviation industry in 1934.

At Biggin Hill, Bruce visits a collector's haul of WWII Spitfires. Plus, the twins prepare some WWII artillery guns to export to Australia - but it's no easy feat.

Modern-day prospectors Alex and Kevin help homesteader Judd and his family re-open a mine and build three much-needed weatherproof structures before winter hits.

Alex and Kevin travel to the old gold mining town of Nevadaville, Colorado. They visit a young man who has inherited around 30 claims and needs help.

Drew visits an amazing collection of wicker in the Somerset levels and is smitten by an Orkney chair. In Glasgow, he finds an easel that's a work of art.

At a Hampshire auction room Drew has the pick of over 500 items from affluent private homes. In Lancaster he's reminded of his passion for Elvis memorabilia.

Did The Big Bang Really Happen? New discoveries lead scientists to question if the Big Bang really happened. They investigate if it was the start of many multiverses.

When NASA begins an experiment to communicate with dolphins, experts examine if it's a prelude to making alien contact. Will it have dire consequences.

Josh Gates travels to Greece to find out exactly how the mighty Minoan civilization disappeared from the ancient world.

Civil War Ghosts In The Bay. Jess and Phil dive deeper into the tragic history of Fort Morgan. Amy Bruni and Adam Berry join them for the investigation.

Don Wildman investigates the story behind an amazing feat of engineering, an incredible and true tale of a literary legacy and a monumental discovery at sea.

Don Wildman investigates the unexpected story behind the Alaskan flag, the madman behind an important English Language book and a quest to save Chicago.

Experts explore the most astonishing discoveries of the Voyager spacecraft. They examine how the operation has transformed into the ultimate mission.

Emerging as a rival to Boeing's 247, the rigorously tested twin-engine DC3 would eventually radicalise the aviation industry in 1934.

Paul investigates a surge in demonic activity in America that is overwhelming the Catholic Church. He follows leads from Gary, Indiana, to Mineral Wells, Texas.

A look at how products are manufactured around the world. How is vodka produced, how are Chinamax ships manufactured and how is abalone made.

A look at how products are made around the world. Featuring the St Petersburg metro, the world's most expensive coffee and chip makers.

At Biggin Hill, Bruce visits a collector's haul of WWII Spitfires. Plus, the twins prepare some WWII artillery guns to export to Australia - but it's no easy feat.

Experts explore the most astonishing discoveries of the Voyager spacecraft. They examine how the operation has transformed into the ultimate mission.

Don Wildman investigates the story behind an amazing feat of engineering, an incredible and true tale of a literary legacy and a monumental discovery at sea.

Don Wildman investigates the unexpected story behind the Alaskan flag, the madman behind an important English Language book and a quest to save Chicago.

Civil War Ghosts In The Bay. Jess and Phil dive deeper into the tragic history of Fort Morgan. Amy Bruni and Adam Berry join them for the investigation.

Josh Gates travels to Greece to find out exactly how the mighty Minoan civilization disappeared from the ancient world.

Experience luxurious supersonic travel on board Concorde's final flight. Narrated by Bill Nighy with appearances from Sir David Frost and Lord Saatchi.

Bruce is on a WWI treasure hunt, finding a mysterious soldier's medal from the Battle of the Somme. Plus, he finds the world's most expensive football.

The Pantheon is a 2,000-year-old temple with a secret. Advanced archaeological methods and new evidence reveal why it was built and how it survived.

The ancient Roman city of Hierapolis is said to hide a secret portal to the underworld beneath its streets. Experts use pioneering technology to investigate.

Drew visits a salvage yard in Cheshire containing vintage gym equipment with real muscle. At an antique shop on the south coast, he spots some decorative religious moulds.

Drew visits a country estate mentioned in the Domesday Book and unearths a cupboard that's been unopened for decades. Plus, he finds a weathervane dating to 1800.

Dark matter and energy battle for the cosmos and the winner will determine the universe's fate. New discoveries may reveal which force will win.

A man on a night-time snowmobile ride suddenly feels something has been implanted in his leg. And, an otherworldly beast stalks a family over three generations.

Josh Gates joins leading archaeologists as they investigate America's first missing-persons case, The Lost Colony of Roanoke.

Treacherous Lake Superior has claimed thousands of lives. Phil and Jess dive into an investigation to uncover the alleged paranormal activity.

Don examines an antique dishwasher, a golden breastplate from an ancient civilization and a uniform worn by one brave man facing down an entire army.

Don Wildman investigates the story behind a teenager hippy-turned-diplomat, a daring rescue at sea and the superweapon used to stop the Nazis.

With more than 80 moons, Saturn is a dynamic planetary system. Experts explore how these satellites could rewrite the rules of the cosmos.

Experience luxurious supersonic travel on board Concorde's final flight. Narrated by Bill Nighy with appearances from Sir David Frost and Lord Saatchi.

Rumours of a secret US military program to develop super soldiers with psychic powers exploded in the 1970s. Paul sets out to expose the truth.

A look at how products are made. Featuring how leather is produced, how goods are moved down the Grand Canal and how Flyboard is created.

How do they make the king of cheeses, Parmesan? How do they keep the runways running at the world's busiest airports? How do they manufacture relaxing reclining chairs.

Bruce is on a WWI treasure hunt, finding a mysterious soldier's medal from the Battle of the Somme. Plus, he finds the world's most expensive football.