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Secret Wars Uncovered S1 - "Desert War In Mali"
It is a deadly war in the desert, one we know barely anything about. Once the heart of the golden Mali Empire, home to the richest man of the 14th century, the northern town of Timbuktu has become the victim of political instability and terror.
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Secret Wars Uncovered S1 - "Coups Detat"
An uncompromising show of power, the military coup is an age-old method to violently and often secretly topple governments and take control by force. This episode goes behind the scenes of some of the greatest coups in recent history.
Secret Wars Uncovered S1 - "The Gaza Offensive"
A mixture of political frustration and violent challenges led to the Gaza Offensive in 2014. As so many times over the past 13 years, Israeli soldiers launched brutally into the streets of Gaza, leaving destruction and death in their wake.
The Military Tech Show S1 - "Striker II, Navy Drones, F35B Fighter"
We have rare acces to BAE Systems. At their research centre in Kent, they're developing the futuristic Striker II helmet giving fighter pilots the edge in aerial combat
The Military Tech Show S1 - "Live Fire Exercises, Body Armor, Armored Vehicle AJAX"
Discover the latest innovations in kit and equipment at the key military and security exhibition in the UK; Lockheed Martin's heat-seeking Indago drone; and the tech spec on the British Army's new armored vehicle, the AJAX.
The Military Tech Show S1 - "Battlefield 3-D, Drone Tech, 2-man Orcasub"
The innovative combination of 3D video and drone technology gives infantry soldiers an accurate battlefield picture. Northrop Grumman's top European executive shares their predictions on how technology will change the way we fight.
The Military Tech Show S1 - "USS Zumwalt, Tank Training, Special Forces Vehicle"
We reveal eye-witness intelligence on the USS Zumwalt, America's ultra-hi tech, four billion dollar guided missile destroyer. Learn more about the British firm who've developed Minerva, an ingenious, low-cost but realistic tank simulator.
The Military Tech Show S1 - "Typhoon Fighter, Combat Medics, USS Dwight D. Eisenhower"
The Military Tech Show captures the moment when BAE System's radical new pilot helmet, the Striker II, goes operational for the first time in a Typhoon fighter aircraft; how interactive technology is helping train military combat medics.
The Military Tech Show S1 - "Spear 3 Missile, Battlefield VR, Spy Drones"
European manufacturer MBDA give a hands-on demonstration of their state-of-the-art missile, the Spear 3. Learn how scientists are using a virtual reality headset to see the battlefield in a revealing new way.
The Military Tech Show S1 - "Radar Tech, Imperial War Museum, Land Mine Detection"
We have rare access to the German Aerospace Center outside Munich where scientists are using new forms of radar for surveillance and detecting land mines.
The Military Tech Show S1 - "RAF Station, Typhoon Squadron, The Flight Deck"
We're at Royal Air Force station Brize Norton, Oxfordshire, where we've been given an exclusive look at the RAF's ground-breaking, multi-role refuelling and transporter aircraft, the Voyager.
The Military Tech Show S1 - "Targeting & Tracking, Navigation, Seagoing Drones"
We reveal an experimental sensor, monitoring and targeting system developed for troops by the UK's Defence Science and Technology Laboratory and Roke Manor Research. The iXblue Marins navigation black box guides navy ships.
The Military Tech Show S1 - "NATO Maritime Centre, No Shipping-No Shopping"
We visit NATO's Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation in La Spezia, Italy. We learn how the world's oceans are one of the last places that military technology can be hidden from prying eyes.
The Military Tech Show S1 - "Terrorist Threats, Sea Wasp Robot, Combat Medics"
With an increasing terrorist threat to ports and shipping, the Swedish manufacturer SAAB has developed the Sea Wasp, an under-water robot for detecting explosive devices.
The Military Tech Show S1 - "Warrior Vehicles, British Special Forces"
We're in Scotland for Unmanned Warrior, the key international military exercise using unmanned underwater, surface and airborne vehicles. We visit the Italian textile manufacturer who's kitting from a revolutionary new form of wool.
War Factories S1 - "German Aviation"
The untold secret story of war production that shaped the WWII, beginning with how the German aviation industry came to dominate the skies of Europe.
War Factories S1 - "Krupp"
The story behind the Krupp company, who were responsible for the manufacture of two of Germany's most feared war products - the Panzer Tank and the U-boat.
War Factories S1 - "Vickers"
The role played by engineering giant Vickers during the WWII, including the development of the Spitfire.
Cold War: The Tech Race S1 - "Episode 01"
Ignite your curiosity with INWONDER, your gateway to the extraordinary.
War Factories S1 - "General Motors"
How the Americans out-produced the rest of the world so quickly and by such a huge margin, including the likes of General Motors.
War Factories S1 - "US Aviation"
Henry Ford's plan to build a giant factory in Michigan, covering 3.5million sq ft and including an aircraft production line half a mile in length.
War Factories S1 - "Occupied Territories"
The sabotaging efforts of Peugeot in Nazi-occupied France, where the bosses and workers cooperated with the Resistance to hinder the Nazis' use of military vehicles.
War Factories S1 - "US Ships"
The story of America's `Liberty Ships', which were produced in incredible numbers and became known as the Model T Fords of the ocean.
War Factories S1 - "Episode 08"
The remarkable story of how Stalin's massive war factories were dismantled and moved east on one and half million railway trucks, to avoid being lost to the Nazis.
Bright Now S1 - "Search for Japan's Lost Supersub"
The I-400 was one of the Imperial Japanese Navy's Sen Toku-class submarines, which were the largest submarines ever built before the age of nuclear-powered subs.
Past, Present, Future S1 - "...of Sports"
Sports and competitions have always been a core aspect of humanity’s development. While modern sports are evolving thanks to technology, the line between digital and reality has become blurry.
Past, Present, Future S1 - "...of Food"
Large factory farms produce food for the masses with one caveat; they’re terrible for the environment. In an attempt to remedy this, chefs and scientists are working together to create a future where what we eat is as sustainable as it is delicious.
Past, Present, Future S1 - "...of Comedy"
Comedy has always been a way for people to make sense of the world around them. As the world gets more complicated, how will comedy continue to evolve?
Past, Present, Future S1 - "...of Hallucinogens"
While psychedelics were originally seen as a tool for spiritual enlightenment and healing, new research and studies are revisiting psychedelics to reveal their potential clinical and therapeutic impact.
Past, Present, Future S1 - "...of Music"
We use music to nurture our children, comfort the sick, and worship the unseen. Music is inherently a human act, but today, artificial intelligence and algorithms have gotten more and more involved in music production, distribution, and marketing.
Past, Present, Future S1 - "...of Communication"
From the first written word to the Internet, we’ve continued to innovate how we communicate with each other. What happens when technology advances to the point that ideas and thoughts can be shared instantly?
Past, Present, Future S1 - "...of Transportation"
From empires to major metropolitan cities, transportation has been crucial. As cities grow more congested and overwhelmed with toxic air, how will future transportation help get us where we need to be?
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "Future of Living Part 1"
Learn about future of living at the International Furniture Fair Cologne: vertical cities, new housing concepts & home innovations.
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "The future of communication"
Check the future of communication and satellite connection to the Internet in all parts of the world, especially on cruise ships.
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "High Tech Everyday"
With the technology we use daily, technology companies are trying to innovate and make their inventions more user-friendly in a digital and internet-connected world.
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "Future of Living Part 2"
Learn about trends and technologies in the smart kitchen, the digitization of living spaces and changes due to the pandemic and the home office.
Wildest India S1 - "Thar Desert : Sacred Sands"
Covering 125,000 square miles, India's Thar desert is one of the harshest places on Earth. Desiccating winds and a near-permanent drought has earned this unforgiving land another name: the region of death.
Wildest India S1 - "Ganges: River of Life"
The Ganges is the longest river in India. It flows from the glaciers of the Himalayas all the way down to the Bay of Bengal. It's a lifeline to wild animals, from rhinoceros and river dolphins to otters and gharial crocodiles.
Kalahari Meerkats S2 - "Episode 1"
The rains have arrived, and the desert has never looked better. Cleo, the boss of this group of wild meerkats has given birth to five new pups, but some of them quickly get lost or snatched away. Only the toughest survive here in the African desert.
Kalahari Meerkats S2 - "Episode 2"
In another cruel twist, Cleo’s young pup Ophelia got left behind on a foraging trip and was killed by one of the Kalahari’s most dangerous creatures, a Goshawk. The remaining three pups: Zeus, Daisy and Flo struggle to survive.
Kalahari Meerkats S2 - "Episode 3"
The Gosa Gang have recently moved to a new home, close to the Gosa Dam where a rival family of meerkats live. In the quest for territorial dominance, a major meerkat standoff resulted in both gangs losing a member of their tribe.
Kalahari Meerkats S2 - "Episode 4"
Recently Priscilla bought an adopted boy pup from a rival gang to the Gosa Burrow. Unfortunately, his acceptance into the Gosa group was far from ideal. The rest of the gang went out and he was left alone at the burrow, struggling for his life.
Kalahari Meerkats S2 - "Episode 5"
Summer has arrived. The Gang move to an area known as the Whispering Forest as it is the best place to find food at this time of year. However, the grass is long and there are several predators lurking such as a leopard.
Kalahari Meerkats S2 - "Episode 6"
The Gosa Gang are on their way home from the Whispering Forest and bump head on into their bitter enemies. To get past them and move over the mountain a full-on war breaks out.
Islands S1 - "Prison"
Many species arrive on islands by mistake. It can place these animals in a land of opportunity, but it can also become a prison. Space, food and water are limited resources, and so island creatures evolve to make the most of their surroundings.
Islands S1 - "Sanctuary"
Animals that find themselves stranded on islands must adapt quickly, finding newchallenges, but also rewarding niches. For the bold and adaptable, island
Islands S1 - "Take Over"
From log tapping gremlins to cumbersome giants, monster crabs and evenvampires, creatures of all shapes and sizes line up to show off their skills and begin their own island takeover!
The Chain: How The World Works S1 - "Food"
At the World Food Championships, a $5 burger reveals a massive global chain of space-visible greenhouses, cow rearing, and historic ketchup.
The Chain: How The World Works S1 - "Transport"
At a Formula-E race in Chile, we uncover how tree sap, pink lithium lakes, molten rock, and top-secret paint create cutting-edge electric cars.
The Chain: How The World Works S1 - "Sport"
Inside LA's SoFi Stadium, a touchdown is made possible by Chinese rare earths, plastic grass, specialized ball factories, and fizzy sodas.
The Chain: How The World Works S1 - "Apparel"
At a massive secondhand market in Ghana, the global fashion chain is traced through high-water cotton, stretchy oil denim, and bug-made silk.
The Chain: How The World Works S1 - "Healthcare"
Inside a Boston maternity ward, the complex medical chain reveals how flowers become painkillers and one Pakistani town shapes global surgery.
The Chain: How The World Works S1 - "Communications"
The New York City Marathon highlights our connected world, driven by 62-metal smartphones, microscopic microchips, and billion-dollar cloud bunkers.
Top 10: The Art of Architecture S1 - "Bridges: City Icons"
Here are ten of the world greatest modern bridges - engineering marvels and architectural masterpieces from around the world.
Top 10: The Art of Architecture S1 - "Transport Megastructures-Engineering Wonders"
The Trans-Siberian Railway, New York City Subway, Channel Tunnel and Suez Canal are only some of the breathtaking megastructures devised by humanity.
Top 10: The Art of Architecture S1 - "Museums and Galleries: Architectural Treasures"
Bilbao, Amsterdam, Antwerp and Florence belong to a dynamic group of cities that preserve the heritage of humanity through museums.
Top 10: The Art of Architecture S1 - "TV Towers: Complex and Gracious"
Television towers are a distinctive type of structure that have long transcended the utilitarian purpose they were designed for.
More Curious? S1 - "History of the Roller Skate"
Take a ride through the history of the roller skate, explore the ancient art of baking, and find out more about the versatile Bamboo plant and it’s many uses’ from medicine to musical instruments.
Massive Moves S1 - "Impossible Ice"
A family in Saskatchewan call in a team of ice road truckers to haul their 3-storey wooden home across a frozen lake.
Massive Moves S1 - "Supersize Station"
A family in Saskatchewan calls in a crew of house haulers to move an ornate railway station across the state so they can transform it into a dream home.
Massive Moves S1 - "Pacific Palace"
A family in Vancouver calls in a crew of house truckers to haul a beautiful two-storey house across land and water so they can have a bigger home.
Massive Moves S1 - "Harbour House"
A couple in Vancouver call in a crew of marine engineers to build and sail a beautiful floating house down the Fraser River and out to sea, to get to their moorings.
Around the World in 80 Tricks S1 - "Paris & Barcelona"
Bones introduce his trademark trickery to people in Paris and Barcelona, performing mind reading and an attempt to escape a straitjacket while breakdancing.
Around the World in 80 Tricks S1 - "London"
In this episode Bones is back in his home city, London where he stuns locals with his mind reading, card trickery and disappearing skills.
Around the World in 80 Tricks S1 - "South Korea - Night"
Bones is in Seoul, South Korea. He explores the city by night and performs a mixture of magic tricks, including a vanishing trick, coin tricks and card tricks.
Around the World in 80 Tricks S1 - "South Korea - Traditional"
In this episode Bones is in South Korea, where he visits Taekwondo group, the K Tigers, a tarot card reader and reveals the secret to the perfect card shuffle.
Xploration DIY Sci S5 - "Garage Science"
Host Steve Spangler and his sidekick Higginsworth explore science experiments you can do in your own garage.
Xploration DIY Sci S5 - "Art Science"
Host Steve Spangler and his sidekick Higginsworth explore new ways to create art, using science.
Xploration DIY Sci S5 - "Classroom: Impossible"
Fourth grade teacher Sandra Sanchez has a problem – her class is a year behind in science after a season of virtual-only teaching.
Xploration DIY Sci S5 - "Museum Of Science, Boston #1"
Host Steve Spangler and his sidekick Higginsworth explore the Museum of Science, Boston, for new do-it-yourself science tricks and experiments.
TechKnow S1 - "The Science Of The Senses"
A look into the mechanics of taste and smell with an exploration of the global flavor industry and the science of creating new flavors and smells.
TechKnow S1 - "Curing Cancer"
An innovative gene therapy has produced a significant breakthrough that could lead to a cure for cancer.
TechKnow S1 - "The Longevity Gene"
Studying the genes and lifestyles of centenarians. The results may offer answers to living longer and fighting diseases.
TechKnow S1 - "The Science Of Water Sustainability"
Looking at solutions for water scarcity from fog catching nets to water efficient washing machines.
Sci Q S1 - "Test Your Science Genius"
Fast-paced, pop-science show that will test your science I.Q. Do flying squirrels really fly? What caused the extinction of the dinosaur? How old are the fossils found at the bottom of the Grand Canyon?
Sci Q S1 - "What’s Your Science IQ?"
Fast-paced, pop-science show that will test your science I.Q. How smart is the modern-day robot? How come Earth has a protective atmosphere? Why does the U.S. have more tornadoes than anywhere else in the world?
Sci Q S1 - "Discover your Science Intelligence"
Fast-paced, pop-science show that will test your science I.Q. Is it true that we only use 10% of our brain? Did Mars used to have an ocean? How much longer will we be able to live on fossil fuels?
Sci Q S1 - "Measure Your Sci Q"
Fast-paced, pop-science show that will test your science I.Q. What causes a lightning strike? Where in our solar system is the asteroid belt? What’s the difference between a stalagmite and a stalactite?
The Lightbulb Moment S1 - "LIKE BUTTON"
When first presented with the like button Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg had a simple response: “No.” He worried that it would discourage more meaningful online interaction. Eventually, his team changed his mind and transformed the world.
The Lightbulb Moment S1 - "CUBICLE"
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.
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "Future of Living Part 1"
Learn about future of living at the International Furniture Fair Cologne: vertical cities, new housing concepts & home innovations.
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "The future of communication"
Check the future of communication and satellite connection to the Internet in all parts of the world, especially on cruise ships.
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "High Tech Everyday"
With the technology we use daily, technology companies are trying to innovate and make their inventions more user-friendly in a digital and internet-connected world.
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "Future of Living Part 2"
Learn about trends and technologies in the smart kitchen, the digitization of living spaces and changes due to the pandemic and the home office.
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "World Ex"
Get excited with a digital car competition that pits teams from around the world against each other on digital race tracks, with the goal of protecting the environment.
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "Energy Globe World Award 20th"
Follow behind the scenes of awards ceremony for sustainability projects that can change the world.
The Lightbulb Moment S1 - "BARCODE"
Barcodes have radically changed global commerce, helping fuel the rise of everything from massive companies like Walmart to world powers like China. And it all started with a man daydreaming on a beach in 1949.
The Lightbulb Moment S1 - "FLORIDA"
Florida wasn’t always the Sunshine State. In the 1920s, an army of real estate boosters set out to redefine Florida from an economic backwater to a vacation destination, sparking a land boom–and bust–the likes of which America had never seen before.
The Lightbulb Moment S1 - "MAUVE"
In 1856, a chemistry student accidentally created a strange substance with a rich purple hue -- the world’s first synthetic dye. In just a few years, ‘Mauve’ would take over the fashion industry and enable stunning advances in medicine.
The Lightbulb Moment S1 - "VANILLA"
In 1841 on the small island of Réunion, a 12-year-old slave did something no one had done before; artificially pollinate the vanilla plant. The vanilla bean took the world by storm, sparking the artificial flavor revolution and changing how we eat.
The Lightbulb Moment S1 - "WIFI"
Actress Hedy Lamarr, “the world's most beautiful woman,” had a knack for inventing. During WWII, in an effort to help the Allies, she devised a technology designed to intercept Axis communications – and created the foundation of wireless internet.
The Lightbulb Moment S1 - "STREAMING"
The early days of online video were plagued by low resolution and unbearable buffering times. But one day that all changed. In the late 90s, a breakthrough technology revolutionized streaming video, setting the foundation for the era of Netflix.
The Lightbulb Moment S1 - "INTERSTATE"
Dwight Eisenhower’s interstate highway system was the biggest infrastructure project of its time, a bold plan to connect all corners of America and boost the economy. So how did it end up deepening the divide between rich and poor?
The Lightbulb Moment S1 - "EDISON"
Edison pioneered the world’s first research and development center in Menlo Park, New Jersey, working with a group of experimenters to methodically zero in on the holy grail of electric light.
The 94%
Inside Web3: meet the pioneers, creators and con artists redefining wealth, culture and the future of the internet.
Quick Connections with Alie Ward S1 - "Living Virtually"
How did the invention of photography lead us to a world where we live entirely virtually? Alie Ward will point us towards a future where we might upload ourselves to the web.
Quick Connections with Alie Ward S1 - "Fighting Mortality"
What is the secret to eternal life? Alie Ward goes from an ancient herbal remedy to arrive at embryonic stem cells and the tantalising prospect of a future where we could be forever young.
Quick Connections with Alie Ward S1 - "Hacking Happiness"
What could possibly link rockets and antidepressants? Are we on the cusp of having a neural switch that can control our moods? Alie Ward weaves a chain of extraordinary connections.
Quick Connections with Alie Ward S1 - "Faking Faces"
Alie Ward falls through the wormholes of history into the Louisiana swamps, then journeys on to discover how poker-faced mischief and a mathematical code for winning games have brought us to machines that can invent very real faces.
Quick Connections with Alie Ward S1 - "Engineering Earth"
A heroic bid for freedom by an enslaved couple in 19th century America precipitates great innovation that culminates in people literally making heavens open. But can controlling the weather save us from climate catastrophe? Or are we playing god?
Quick Connections with Alie Ward S1 - "Becoming Bionic"
From dissecting stolen corpses and peering into microscopes, the secret structure of the brain and nervous system is exposed. Could this lead to a race of superhumans?
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "10 Genius Inventions – Part 1"
Learn about an award ceremony for sustainability projects that can change the world.
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "10 Genius Inventions – Part 2"
Learn about an award ceremony for sustainability projects that can change the world.
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "Spirit of Discovery"
Dive in and check some ingenious inventions that have changed our daily lives.
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "Porsche Sound Nacht"
Go on a journey through the sounds of the most iconic Porsche engines.
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "Energy Globe Award 21st - Part 1"
Watch the first part of a feature on the second award ceremony for sustainability projects that can change the world.
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "Energy Globe Award 21st - Part 2"
Watch the second part of a feature on the second award ceremony for sustainability projects that can change the world.
Skuld: A Look into the Future S1 - "Logistic 4.0"
Follow the parcel worldwide delivery technology.
Breakthrough S1 - "Extreme Wildfire Combat"
After record-setting conflagrations erupted in the region's prized forests, new tools using cutting-edge technology are being developed to help save property and lives.
Bright Now S1 - "Super Sea Slugs"
Adaptations in the oceans most colorful invertebrates. Nudibranchs, or sea slugs, have a remarkable range of adaptations to survive in the ocean.
DRONERS S1 - "Guerilla Droners"
From New York to Hong Kong, DRONERS tags along with FPV crews to cover underground races and meet the key-players in the emerging drone community.
DRONERS S1 - "Kid Droners"
DRONERS goes behind-the-scenes at an international racing tournament to discover the young pilots climbing the ranks - and raking in the cash along the way.
DRONERS S1 - "Freestyle Droners"
DRONERS races cars, flies up mountains, and explores abandoned buildings in a rush of adventure to find out what it really takes to be a freestyle pilot.
DRONERS S1 - "Next-Gen Droners"
DRONERS discovers how the technological advances driven by the FPV community are pushing the envelope of what’s possible in this fast-moving community
Rethink S1 - "Penrose Triangle and The Brain Illusion Pareidolia"
In a world where nothing is what it seems we’ll take a look at impossible objects such as the penrose triangle, the brain illusion pareidolia and explore the phenomenon of levitation.
Rethink S1 - "The Magic of Newtonian Fluids"
In a world where nothing is what it seems we’ll explain optical illusions like forced perspective, introduce you to the magic of Newtonian fluids and take an in - depth look at the magic bed of nails trick.
Rethink S1 - "Grandfather Paradox and Time Travel"
In a world where nothing is what it seems, let’s explain Ambigram’s and how they trick you plus we’ll discover the Grandfather paradox and the question of time travel. Finally we’ll put your ears to the test with the Shepard Tone illusion.
Rethink S1 - "McGurk Effect Phenomenon"
Lets take a look at the art movement photorealism and another test for your ears in the McGurk Effect phenomenon. We’ll take you back in time to introduce you to Peppers ghost and highlight famous forward thinker Leonardo Da Vinci.
Oddly Satisfying Science S1 - "Science on Fire"
This week's experiments investigate how you can burn metal using only a 9 volt battery, what fire can teach us about calories, and why a little bit of sodium can cause a gigantic explosion.
Oddly Satisfying Science S1 - "Invisible Impacts"
This week's experiments explore the resonant frequencies of bridges and human bodies, the mind boggling world of quantum levitation, and how to whip up the conditions to recreate nature's scariest cyclone: a fire tornado.
Oddly Satisfying Science S1 - "Water, Water Everywhere"
In this week's experiments we discover how water can start a fire, transform breakfast cereal into a magnetic field detector, and even change the way you visualize the world around you.
Oddly Satisfying Science S1 - "Magnificent Mixtures"
In this week's experiments we mix up some fireworks made from tin foil, whip up a stinky polymer, and try out an alchemy staple - turning lead into gold.
The Aviators S1 - "AirVenture"
America’s largest aviation celebration.
The Aviators S1 - "Chartright"
Corporate charters are all about flying in style.
The Aviators S1 - "Cessna"
Anthony explores the legacy of the Cessna brand.
The Aviators S1 - "Sun 'n Fun Special"
We pay a visit to Spring Break for pilots in Lakeland, Florida.
Hollywood Weapons: Fact or Fiction? S1 - "Terry's Criminal Mind"
A murderer tries to kill his final victim as the car they are in slowly sinks to the bottom of a lake. The only way to save the victim is to rescue her as the car continues to sink.
Hollywood Weapons: Fact or Fiction? S1 - "Shark Go Boom!"
Here, Chief Brody hangs on to his sinking boat as a giant shark approaches him with a scuba tank lodged in its mouth. We construct a shark on a platform to test if you can hit the tank with an M1 Garand rifle while perched in a precarious position.
Hollywood Weapons: Fact or Fiction? S1 - "The Good the Bad and Terry"
In this classic western, Clint Eastwood – aka “Blondie” – saves Eli Wallach from the hangman’s noose three separate times by shooting and severing the rope that he hangs from. We test the reality of these shots with the weapons that were used.
Hollywood Weapons: Fact or Fiction? S1 - "Dying Hard"
John McLain (Bruce Willis) finds himself dangling from the side of a building. The only way to save himself is to shoot through the glass window and break through to safety.
Health Explored S1 - "Human Performance"
How is it that some people have been able to reach the pinnacle of our human performance? Guided by Dr. David Behm, an expert in sports physiology, we uncover the fascinating intersection of science and athletic performance.
Health Explored S1 - "The Blue Mind Part 1"
Why are we drawn to water? Is it just a nice view or is there more under the surface. We ask the question – does being close to or in water actually improve our health?
Health Explored S1 - "The Blue Mind Part 2"
Travel to Taranaki to learn about the innovative surf therapy program, Taupo to learn about the Maori connection with water and other fascinating take homes about our mental health.
Health Explored S1 - "The Search for Mindfulness Part 1"
India’s ancient traditions have fostered a culture of spirituality which resonates through everything. We explore how India is able to find order in a fast paced world.
Proof of Concept S1 - "Conceiving Consciousness"
Simone Giertz, Reggie Watts, & Naomi Fitter, join Dianna for an exploration of what consciousness is & whether it can ever be understood. Also, a robot tells jokes.
Proof of Concept S1 - "Randomness & Probability"
Comedian Maz Jobrani & Blackjack legend Mike Aponte play the odds, meanwhile, Dianna finds order in chaos, and just maybe hacks the stock market.
Proof of Concept S1 - "Truth & Logical Paradox"
Dianna dives through the looking glass in this paradoxical exploration of truth itself, where the left could be right, & right might be wrong. w/ guest Zach Pincince.
Combat Forces S1 - "Army Combatives"
At Fort Benning’s Army Combatives School, soldiers train in brutal hand-to-hand combat, learning real-world skills to fight and survive.
Combat Forces S1 - "Stealth Submarines"
Stealthy diesel submarines challenge nuclear subs. Inside a NATO exercise, we explore why they’re so deadly in the Norwegian fjords.
Combat Forces S1 - "Heavy Armor"
Tank crews train for deployment, mastering modern armored warfare where heavy tanks protect soldiers and dominate the battlefield.
Combat Forces S1 - "Snipers"
Silent and deadly, snipers train in elite schools, mastering long‑range weapons, stealth, and fieldcraft to become the battlefield’s ultimate asset.
Battle Factory S1 - "A Helmet, a Zippo, a Fuel Bladder, and a Simulated IED"
When a series of delicate snowflake shaped sheets of Aramid are pressed together, they’ll form a piece of headgear that’s comfortable enough to wear to war, and tough enough to take a bullet.
War Factories S3 - "Rolls Royce - The engine that won the War"
The Rolls-Royce Merlin engine powered iconic WWII aircraft and became vital to Allied air power after early failures and major development.