NonfictionIn this year's Top Gear special, Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May set out to boost the British economy by embarking on a trade mission to India. Equipped with three old British cars and a range of uniquely British products, they set off on an epic road trip across one of the world’s most fascinating and challenging countries, devotedly promoting Britain with distinctly mixed results.
NonfictionThousands of years ago, people all over the world described encounters with enormous, human-like beings, and some archaeologists even claim to have found skeletons of extraordinary size. Could it be that the giants of myth and legend, truly existed?
NonfictionOur story begins in a little village on the border between Zimbabwe and Botswana. Unusually, James was the first to arrive, in his 1985 Mercedes 230E. Next up is Jeremy with a 1981 Lancia Beta Coupé. Finally, Richard turns up in an Opel Kadet made in 1963, which he immediately bonded with and named Oliver.To reach their destination on the Namibian border, the guys have to negotiate the vast openness and primordial sludge of the Makgadikgadi salt pans, the choking dust of the Kalahari Desert, not to mention the treacherous rivers and hungry wildlife of the Okavango Delta. Along the way, they encounter more or less every da
NonfictionJeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May are dropped deep in the Bolivian rain forest armed only with three shabby 4x4s which they bought from the local small ads for a maximum of 3500 a piece. What follows is set to be their most extraordinary journey to date as they attempt to drive from the heart of Bolivia to the coast of Chile, encountering local drug lords, the debilitating effects of high altitude and the terrifying sheer drops of the infamous Death Road along the way. But before all that, they've got to escape from the deep, dark centre of the rain forest in what is without doubt the toughest and most unmissa
NonfictionIt's the ultimate test of man against machine - or should that be dog against machine - as the Top Gear team set out on one of their most ambitious and arduous challenges ever. Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond take part in an epic land race starting in the town of Resolute, Northern Canada, finishing 450 miles later at the Magnetic North Pole.
NonfictionTeen Mom star Farrah Abraham finds fame at a young age, but it isn't until her sex tape "leaks" that her star power skyrockets... though the backlash is equally swift.
NonfictionThe controversial story of Courtney Stodden, a teenager catapulted into international notoriety after marrying 51-year-old actor Doug Hutchison at just sixteen. Narrated by the real-life Courtney Stodden and told through her perspective, the deeply personal biopic chronicles the controversial and emotionally complex journey of Courtney. Encouraged by her mother Krista's dreams of fame for her, Courtney was thrust into the spotlight at just sixteen years old when she married actor Doug Hutchinison, a man who is more than three decades her senior. The movie is a story of resilience and survival of a young girl coming of age
NonfictionA successful attorney looks to buy her first home before she turns 40 in Tampa, Florida. She wants a condo that's near the courthouse with outdoor space for her dogs, but her best friend thinks she should consider a single-family home that's farther out.
NonfictionFor decades the dinosaurs of Africa were lost to us. But recent discoveries have now revealed some of the most spectacular dinosaurs ever found. Two giant killers, both bigger than T.rex; one of these has captured our imaginations; Spinosaurus, the biggest killer known to have walked the earth. Only now has evidence been unearthed that reveals just how two giant killers managed to survive side by side.
NonfictionThe blue whale is a perfect symbol for the oceans: the vast blue expanse that dominates our planet while still remaining largely unexplored and mysterious. Yet the oceans are an integral part of our lives. Their influence dominates the world's weather systems. They support an enormous range of life, from the largest whales to the smallest plankton, from hordes of sea birds to lonely, deep-sea fish. All this is governed by a complex system of biological and physical forces. This first episode demonstrates the sheer scale, power and complexity of the 'Blue Planet.'
NonfictionBill Nye shows all kinds of unexpected places where magnets can be found. In fact, the Earth itself is a huge magnet! Find out how to make a compass and why opposites attract.
NonfictionFor thousands of years, there have been reports of frightening, unidentified creatures living deep beneath the surface of our oceans and lakes. The stories include sightings of giant sharks, prehistoric serpents, and even razor-toothed mermaids. Could these terrifying creatures prove that some of our most horrifying myths and legends about monsters of the deep... are real?
NonfictionIn one of the most spectacular and incredible Top Gear road trips ever attempted, the boys head to Vietnam, aiming to travel the entire length of the country in just eight days, thereby achieving what the American military failed to do in 10 years.
NonfictionThe three wise men of Top Gear embark on a seasonal road trip as they attempt to recreate a certain famous journey across the Middle East to Bethlehem. They do so in a trio of open top sports cars, each wholly unsuited to the conflict ridden mountains of Southern Turkey, the dangerous warzones of Iraq and the searing deserts of Syria. Along the way they test the limits of mechanical and physical endurance as well as asking the vital question, what exactly is myrrh and where do you buy it?
NonfictionAs the team performs new scientific tests on the ceramic material found in the Mesa, they uncover evidence that something top secret may be buried on Skinwalker Ranch.
NonfictionIn New York City, in the 1840s, people need a diversion from the "railroad pace" at which they work and live. They find it in a game of questionable origins. On June 19, 1846, at the Elysian Fields in Hoboken, New Jersey, a team of well-dressed gentlemen, the Knickerbockers, play the first game of baseball. By 1856, the game is already being called "the national pastime," or simply, "Our Game." But the nation is about to be torn apart. And, in the midst of the Civil War, there is one thing that Americans North and South have in common: baseball.
NonfictionIn Baltimore, a killer strangles two women to death less than a week apart. Investigators piece together the clues from CCTV footage from the locations of the two homicides to reveal a suspect with designs on becoming a serial killer.
NonfictionThree new teams face off as Jonathan Bennett challenges them to create their very own crime scene with tasting elements that include coffee and doughnuts. Judges Shinmin Li and Aarti Sequeira decide which teams move on and which team is eliminated.
NonfictionIn this week's episode Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond tackle the twin problems of an ageing population and the increasing complexity of modern cars. Their solution is to design a vehicle exclusively for the elderly and then test it out in Dorset with a little help from a trio of pensioners. Meanwhile, James May assesses the new Range Rover around London and then shifts to Nevada for the ultimate challenge against an autonomous military machine. Plus actor James McAvoy is the star in the Reasonably Priced Car.
NonfictionThis episode charts the dramatic events that led to Lincoln's decision to set the slaves free. Convinced by July 1862 that emancipation was now morally and militarily crucial to the future of the Union, Lincoln must wait for a victory to issue his proclamation. But as the year wears on, there are no Union victories to be had thanks to the brilliance of Stonewall Jackson and Robert E. Lee. The episodes comes to a climax in September 1862 with Lee's invasion of Maryland. On the banks of Antietam Creek, the bloodiest day of the war takes place, followed shortly by the brightest - the emancipation of the slaves.
NonfictionImagine breaking a rib just by coughing or having an internal organ turning to bone. These are just two of the many life-threatening challenges faced by Jake Grys and Holly Pullano, two people with extraordinary genetic bone disorders. Jake is a spirited 9-year-old boy who has broken practically every bone in his body, and Holly is a 28-year-old whose muscles and tendons can turn to bone after the slightest impact. Using advanced animation, National Geographic travels inside Jake's diminutive frame to discover what make his bones so brittle and explores Holly's inner workings to find out how organs can turn into bone, p
NonfictionHenry Louis Gates, Jr. meets actors Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard--a married couple who discover that their ancestors had some remarkable similarities. In stories that span continents and centuries, Gates introduces Kristen and Dax to the soldiers, settlers, and criminals who make up their roots, allowing his guests to understand themselves--and their families--as never before.
NonfictionTony knows New York City has a way of making everything its own - including bread. He discovers hidden culinary gems, from Chinatown eats to Irish soda bread, and finds that he can still be surprised by the city he’s lived in for years.
NonfictionThe Phenom of WWE, the Undertaker, is unlike anything audiences have ever seen before. Since his debut in 1990, the Deadman has provided lasting memories that will surpass generations. In this episode, we look back at some of the Undertaker's GRAVEST hits such as the Boneyard Match against AJ Styles, taking on Hulk Hogan for the WWE Championship, the WrestleMania 25 classic against the "Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels and much more!
NonfictionBeginning with an examination of slavery, this episode looks at the causes of the war and the burning questions of union and states' rights. Significant events include John Brown's rebellion at Harper's Ferry, the election of Abraham Lincoln in 1860, the firing on Fort Sumter and the jubilant rush to arms on both sides. Introducing the series' major figures -- Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass, Robert E. Lee and Ulysses S. Grant -- the episode concludes with the disastrous Union defeat at Manassas, where both sides realize it is to be a very long war.
NonfictionExplore the solar system’s planets and moons covered in volcanoes. See alien landscapes bursting with fire and ice and eruptions so violent they reach into space.
NonfictionJeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May continue their journey in three ancient and barely functioning trucks, heading toward their final challenge - building a bridge over River Kwai in Thailand. Having climbed mountains and endured a Burmese trucker stop, they must now venture into the Shan state, an area rife with civil war and normally closed to Western TV crews.
NonfictionVolcanoes are Mother Nature's most fearsome and volatile creation. They have inspired countless myths and legends, but curiously, they are also major hotspots for UFO sightings. Is it possible that these incredible geological formations--which can generate far greater energy than the most powerful nuclear warhead--are attracting otherworldly visitors?
NonfictionIn the first of an all-new two-part special, Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May are on a mission to build a bridge over the River Kwai in Thailand. In order to do so, they must first drive across a country that has been largely closed to Westerners for over 40 years: Burma. The trio must make this trip in three trucks that have been bought for a limited budget. What follows is an epic journey of beautiful scenery, regular adversity, ongoing malfunction, and constant bickering between the three hosts.
NonfictionAfter a long and brutal war, Vietnamese revolutionaries led by Ho Chi Minh end nearly a century of French colonial occupation. With the Cold War intensifying, Vietnam is divided in two. Communists in the North aim to reunify the country, while America supports Ngo Dinh Diem’s untested regime in the South.
NonfictionSeven-year-old Deborah Brashers' father, Robert, kills himself in a hotel room, and for 20 years, she struggles to understand why. Neither she - nor the police - have any idea he'd been living a secret double life as a serial killer.
NonfictionThe lives of animals and plants are dominated by the sun and fresh water which trigger seasonal journeys. The latest technology and aerial photography enable the Planet Earth team to track some of the greatest mass migrations.
NonfictionJeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond travel to Florida in order to prove that a fly-drive holiday would be more fun if you bought a car instead of renting one. Having picked up some wheels for no more than $1,000 each, the boys embark on an epic road trip to find out who got the best deal, encountering heat, flies and some very angry locals along the way.
NonfictionBill Nye the Science Guy ignites learning as he shows students how to be Safety Smart around fire. By explaining the science of fire, Bill demonstrates how knowledge and awareness provide the opportunities to learn and practice safe behaviors.
NonfictionA mother and daughter butt heads searching for an Atlanta dream home just like the one on their favorite show "Gilmore Girls." Mom wants a cozy Stars Hollow vibe they can bond over, but her daughter has more privacy in mind.
NonfictionAfter decades in the shadows, UFOs are being studied seriously. Are they weather balloons, optical illusions, secret military technology? Or something else? Follow scientists as they try to unravel the mystery of the strangest objects in our skies. From NOVA.
NonfictionIn recent years, our knowledge of life beneath the waves has been transformed. Using cutting-edge technology, One Ocean takes us on a journey from the intense heat of the tropics to our planet's frozen poles to reveal new worlds and extraordinary never-before-seen animal behaviors.
NonfictionAfter cutting ties with Death Row Records and Suge Knight, Dr. Dre starts Aftermath Records, (an imprint under Interscope) and discovers Eminem, producing him to international success. Though Jimmy Iovine and Dre continue to produce a top-tier roster of talent, structural changes in the music industry force them to innovate their business model, leading to the creation of Beats Electronics and their flagship product, Beats By Dr. Dre.
NonfictionPirate – the merciless high seas marauder; versus a Knight – the armored battle tank that crushed infidels underfoot. It's an explosive, bloody battle between two fighters who hate each other's guts.
NonfictionIn this episode, Stanley Tucci visits Puglia, a region famous for its fragrant olive oil, beautiful vegetables, cheeses, and durum wheat. Despite being such a fertile region, Puglia is also one of Italy's poorest and Tucci discovers how today’s spirit of innovation was forged out of hard times. From Bari’s raw seafood to Cisternino’s Fornelli and Foggia’s burnt grain to cheesemaker Vito’s Apulian blue cheeses, it is clear that by reclaiming their past, the Pugliese are taking ownership of their past and embracing the future on their own terms.
NonfictionIn 1894, a sportwriter named Byron Bancroft "Ban" Johnson takes over a struggling minor league - the Western League - and turns it into a financial success. In 1900, he changes its name to the American League and begins talking about challenging the big city monopoly held by the National League. The revolution takes only three years. In 1903, the first World Series is played between the American League Boston Pilgrims and the National League Pittsburg Pirates.
NonfictionThe NXIVM curriculum gradually transforms India into a true believer. When actress Allison Mack approaches her about an elite, secret society of women, India hands over damaging personal “collateral” to join, not grasping that she is signing over her freedom and falling deeper into the clutches of the cult leader, manipulative sexual predator Keith Raniere.
NonfictionA boy with an extra arm growing out of his back considers surgery, a woman whose knees bend backwards faces a series of complex operations and a tumor in a woman's eye could soon threaten her life.
NonfictionBrooke Williamson and actor Randall Park recruit chefs Marcos Spaziani and Richard Văn Lê to teach Bobby Flay a thing or two about a tricky signature dish.
NonfictionVisiting London, post Brexit vote, Bourdain finds comfort in classic British cuisine including roast bone marrow at chef Fergus Henderson's famed restaurant St. John, and Scotch eggs at Princess Victoria Pub with Nigella Lawson, plus a meeting with revered artist Ralph Steadman at his studio.
NonfictionAn orphaned baby triceratops must outwit a deadly T-rex. Today, paleontologists are uncovering her remains, allowing us to bring her story to life with stunning VFX.
NonfictionBill Nye delivers hot sand from Saudi Arabia and bananas from humid Costa Rica, all to explain how different climates are created and how they affect our planet.
NonfictionMau needs sex every day. Back at the beginning of therapy, Evelyn feels betrayed by Alan and no longer trusts him. Orna has trouble remaining impartial. Elaine discovers a connection between her childhood trauma and her marriage.
NonfictionThis episode reveals the bizarre and extraordinary feathered dinosaurs that have only just been discovered; dinosaurs like Microraptor, Sinornithosaurus and Epidexipteryx; dinosaurs that have revolutionized our understanding of life on earth and blur the boundaries between dinosaurs and birds.
Nonfiction"I push work like Convertible Burt" – these iconic lyrics immortalized the first kingpin of the Hip Hop generation. Burt wasn’t just a larger-than-life drug dealer; he was a cultural pioneer who redefined hustle and style. From Miami to Atlanta, Burt’s influence stretched far beyond the streets, shaping trends and leaving an indelible mark on the cities he called home. This episode dives into his rise, his flair for the extravagant, and the legacy that turned him into a legend.
NonfictionBill Nye will check out this important muscular pump's function in the body by pulling nine "Gs" with the United States Navy's Blue Angels and chatting with Seattle Mariner Edgar Martinez.
NonfictionIn the first of a two-part Top Gear special, Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May are in Africa with a simple mission to find the definitive source of the Nile. Over the years many explorers claim to have already done just that, but the Top Gear trio believes that they can do better by traveling further and faster than any exploration team in history using only grit, ingenuity and three ageing estate cars.
NonfictionThe story begins in 220 million years BC when ancient reptiles ruled a land dominated by desert. One group of reptiles in particular is about to take over the world.
NonfictionFrom the 17th to the early 20th century, America saw an unprecedented era of rapid western expansion. Millions moved west to lay claim to find their fortunes in gold and land for the taking in search of the American Dream. Throughout this period, the dusty line between fact and fiction was blurred. Bizarre, mysterious tales ran rampant and are still being told to this day. Are these strange tales of the American frontier simply legend, or was the west far stranger than we could possibly imagine?
NonfictionStanley Tucci explores Bologna, seen by many as the food capital of Italy. The region of Emilia-Romagna is home to globally renowned protected food products: parmigiano, prosciutto de Parma and traditional balsamic vinegar to name a few.
NonfictionAlthorp, childhood home and final resting place of Princess Diana, is currently the home of Diana's brother, Charles, the 9th Earl Spencer. Nineteen generations of Spencers have presided over this grand estate for more than 500 years. The Spencer dynasty has produced politicians, military heroes, dukes and duchesses and will one day furnish Britain with a king: Diana's son, Prince William. Noted for their generosity, the Spencers once came to the rescue of a distant cousin fallen on hard times: the great-great-great-grandfather of George Washington. Althorp House has hosted some of the kingdom's most distinguished guests,
NonfictionKenny Chatman runs a string of corrupt drug rehab facilities in South Florida stealing millions by keeping insured addicts hooked on drugs. His sick plans include turning patients into prostitutes and sober homes into drug-fueled brothels.
NonfictionIn Mexico and Peru, Professor Gates explores the almost unknown history of the significant numbers of black people - the two countries together received far more slaves than did the United States - brought to these countries as early as the 16th and 17th centuries, and the worlds of culture that their descendants have created in Vera Cruz on the Gulf of Mexico, the Costa Chica region on the Pacific and in and around Lima, Peru.
NonfictionA newlywed couple faces cultural and style differences as they search for their first home together in Maryland. She wants something that's flashy and social media worthy, but he's pushing for a place like his grandmother's traditional brick home.
NonfictionCostco is famous for turning the experience of warehouse shopping into an adventure. Costco, one of the nation’s top three retailers and the world’s largest membership warehouse chain, has thrived by turning convention on its head. The company never advertises, charges its 64 million members to shop there and doesn’t mark up any product more than 15 percent. It’s a business model that works, generating $93 billion in annual sales. Correspondent Carl Quintanilla shows how Costco has grown to 600 stores, attracting loyal and affluent customers. This CNBC Original documentary takes you inside a cultural icon where bar
NonfictionThe team travel to Norway where they attempt Olympic events - in cars. A rocket-powered mini is fired off a ski jump, Jeremy and James tackle the biathlon with 4x4s, Richard stages a game of car ice hockey, and the new Jaguar XK races a speed skater.
NonfictionIn part two, Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May continue in their quest to take three V8-engined sports cars on an epic journey through Patagonia to the southernmost city in the world. Along the way they encounter stunning landscapes, mechanical meltdowns and torturously unpaved roads before a terrifying turn of events brings their adventure to a heart-stopping climax.
NonfictionBill Nye travels to Arizona's stunning Sonoran Desert to explore this unique ecosystem and demonstrate the special ways its native plants and animals flourish.
NonfictionThroughout the ancient world, there are depictions of mysterious figures that appear to be half human and half bird. In many cultures, they are revered as divine and have magical abilities. But could these so-called "Birdmen" have truly existed? And if so, just what were they?
NonfictionOn May 6, 1937, the Hindenburg, the world’s largest airship, ignited in a giant fireball; this remains one of the biggest mysteries in aviation history. Now, new evidence shows the airship’s final seconds from a fresh angle and in unrivaled clarity. This program is a gripping, authoritative new investigation of one of history’s most iconic disasters.
NonfictionTony visits Prague, capital of the Czech Republic - the world's capital for beer, birthplace of the Velvet Revolution and now one of the cultural centers of Europe.
NonfictionSir David Attenborough journeys into the hidden world of forests, where lives are entwined in the most unexpected of ways. From the temperate rainforests of Canada, where rarely seen ‘spirit bears’ fish for salmon, to the teak forests of India, where whistling wild dogs work together to bring down prey three times their size, the forests of planet Earth are full of unseen connections.
NonfictionWatch Bill Nye become tangled in a complex food web in his quest to demonstrate that all living things depend on other living things to survive.
NonfictionWhy are birds the only dinosaurs still alive today? Rare fossil discoveries are revealing the secrets of bird evolution, telling the story of how some resilient feathered dinos became the vast array of colorful bird species that fill our skies. From NOVA.
NonfictionOn a mission to obtain personal enlightenment, Tony's travels bring him to Peru, a land of ancient culture, rich cuisine, and vibrant people. He dines in Lima, meets members of a Peruvian Eseeja tribe in the jungle and much more.
NonfictionThis is the true story of the last day of Pompeii, told first-hand through the experiences of those who witnessed it, tried to escape from it, were killed by it and in one case, survived to write about it. Gaius Plinius Minor's account of the disaster survives to this day, providing the strongest possible factual basis for the drama.
NonfictionStanley Tucci sets out to explore how Italian immigration has transformed the food scene in his adopted hometown of London. Forget what you think you know about this city. London is a culinary mecca where Italian food from every region gets a chance to shine. The burrata is so creamy and pasta is so fresh that it may rival Italy itself. For over a century, Italians here have found inventive ways to create Italian food so good it’s enough to render Stanley speechless.
NonfictionJourney across the solar system and explore its weirdest worlds, the misfits and oddballs. Discover the forces that sculpted bizarre features and strange phenomena.
NonfictionIn the second part of the Top Gear special, Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May continue their epic African Odyssey. Having survived insane traffic, lethal mud slides and some distinctly dubious map reading, the trio and their ailing estate cars reach the climax of their quest to find the definitive source of the Nile.
NonfictionThe life and all-too-short career of wunderkind rapper Juice WRLD is revealed in this intimate and often eye-opening documentary. The film includes a wealth of never-before-seen footage, unreleased music, and dozens of industry interviews as it details Juice WRLD’s struggles to navigate his meteoric rise to fame, his drug use, and mental health issues.
NonfictionWitness Action Bronson's first time in the land of the rising sun. Bronson, along with The Alchemist and Meyhem Lauren, handle a variety of cuisines, rap, and sumo wrestling.
NonfictionWhat's it like to be the main bread winner and head of your household at an age when many of your friends are still in school? On this episode of True Life, you'll meet two young women who are fighting to keep their families from falling apart in the face of adversity while still trying to maintain normal lives.
NonfictionEveryone has an opinion on bad cars. Now it's time to hear the ones that really count - ours. As it's the worst car in the history of the WORLD, we're out to name and shame the most rubbish car from a manufacturer which, frankly, should have known better. But, it's not all about hateful cars. You have to revel in some good ones to appreciate the stinkers. There's the Ferrari 458 spider, Toyota's GT86 and the £340,000 Lexus LFA rubbing shoulders with a Mercedes SLS. And we have a special, surprise fate in store for the car we pick as our biggest loser.
NonfictionEpisode 1: In 1851, a band of Indian fighters in California encounters a place of astonishing beauty, setting in motion events that bring other newcomers to Yosemite Valley: artists, writers, entrepreneurs, tourists, and eventually John Muir, who becomes a national voice for preservation. Meanwhile, reports emerge from Wyoming Territory of a fantastical place at the headwaters of the Yellowstone River. An exploration confirms the rumors, and in 1872 Congress creates the world's first national park at Yellowstone, but does nothing to provide for its protection. In 1886, General Phil Sheridan and the U.S. Cavalry ride to the
NonfictionThis series chronicles the saga of the American West, tracing the lives of a diverse cast of characters, from explorers, soldiers and Indian warriors to settlers, railroad builders and gaudy showmen, who share their stories in their own words, through diaries, letters and autobiographical accounts. The West has always been a land of myth. Across two million square miles of the most spectacular landscape on earth, the original Native American inhabitants linked their creation stories to majestic mountains, pristine rivers, searing deserts and silent forests. This had been their home, as the Kiowa said, since the time long
NonfictionFour lucky duck chefs are pumped to get a beautiful appetizer basket that includes delicious duck as an ingredient. In the entrée round, the chefs continue to cook with confidence and creativity when faced with a basket featuring a comfort food mashup.
NonfictionTasting the love in every bite is a given when four chefs battle to cook the best soul food meal. In the appetizer round, a classic mismatched pair is a nice surprise, and the competitors find something crunchy and something cheesy in the entrée basket.
NonfictionFor the very first time, Leah and Mike meet with former members of a different organization--the Jehovah's Witnesses. In this special 2-hour episode, a panel of contributors open up and share their personal stories of growing up in this secretive organization. Our hosts will hear stories of tragedy and loss including: family members who died from refusing blood transfusions; siblings and parents lost to suicide; families torn apart by the practice of disfellowshipping (shunning); the belief in women's inherent inferiority; and the alleged failure to punish child abusers or even to believe in claims of abuse. Our audience w
NonfictionNumbering no more than a few thousand, tiny groups of intrepid humans began to move out of Africa—eventually dominating the planet. How did these early humans acquire the skills, technology, and talent to thrive in every environment on earth? Takes a global journey through the past, following our ancestors’ footsteps out of Africa along a trail of scientific clues to help unravel the mystery of how we got where we are.
NonfictionBourdain joins the throngs of locals as he motorbikes through Vietnam's capital and indulges in its singular cuisine with president Barack Obama, who, over a dish of Bun Cha, shares personal stories and reflects on his own international travels.
NonfictionOn a unique planet, a unique species takes its first steps: Mankind begins. But it's a world full of danger. Threatened by extinction, we innovate to survive - discovering fire and farming; building cities and pyramids; inventing trade - and mastering the art of war. From humble beginnings, we become the dominant creature on the planet. Now the future belongs to us.
NonfictionTony Bourdain is in Washington D.C. to explore this city of contrasts - Democrat vs. Republican, affluent vs. poor, visible vs. invisible, black vs. white.
NonfictionIraq 2006: SEAL Team 3 and conventional U.S. Forces battle insurgents to take back the war-torn city of Ramadi, when a beloved teammate is struck and becomes the first Navy SEAL killed in Iraq. Faced with heartbreak, but still believing in the mission, the team rallies together to fight on.
