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      • MUSIC VOYAGER - (15)

        Music Voyager is a music and travel broadcast series (television/cable, broadband, in-flight and mobile) that invites viewers to discover the exciting sounds of the planet. The host is Jacob Edgar, an explorer who does not search for lost cities or ancient ruins. He's on the quest for a different kind of treasure…music. As an ethnomusicologist and world music record producer, Edgar travels the globe hunting for the best songs the world has to offer, and he suffers through some of the worst…so you don’t have to. Along the way, he's rewarded with a backstage pass to concert halls, street festivals, recording studios and rehearsal rooms. With local musicians as his guide, Edgar tastes exotic and occasionally ghastly food, visits off-the-beaten path attractions and parties the night away to amazing concerts at hidden venues that only the locals know. Join music voyager for unexpected adventures and surprising discoveries that unveil the magic, mystery and music of far off lands.

      • INSIDE OUTER SPACE

        APOLLO 11, KUIPER BELT, URANUS, SETI, NASA, LAW IN SPACE. Come with us as we explore and unravel the mysteries of what lies beyond our planet Earth. This is a series packed with space stories and information about our universe covering what we can see, how we can live in space and what science tells us about the past and the future as we journey inside out of space.

      • TWENTY MASTERPIECES OF NATURE

        PLITVICE LAKES. Throughout the world, there are men and women who strive to protect the planet, rather than exploiting its resources. They know that man cannot exist without nature, and realize that nature now requires someone to safeguard and protect it. Twenty Masterpieces of Nature takes you to the beautiful places where these heroes do their work. See unparalleled footage of Brazil’s Iguazu Falls, Canada’s Waterton Lakes, and even Madagascar’s lunar reliefs. This series gives you a behind the scenes tour of places where most men never even get to set foot. This series not only features stunning images of the natural treasures hidden within these sanctuaries, it also takes you on a journey of hope, proving that man and nature can be allies and coexist in harmony.

      • WIND QUEST - (1)

        Arthur de Kersauson, a young city-dweller hooked on extreme sports, and Antoine Auriol, World Champion in the Kiteboard Pro World Tour, set out in search of the winds of the world, collecting facts, fiction and amusing anecdotes. Their quest takes them all over the world, to destinations that include France, Reunion Island, Morocco, Turkey, Quebec, India, Namibia, Spain, Mexico, Ireland and Chile. The wind carves out the landscape of a country and shapes its inhabitants, customs and culture. These incisive, entertaining mini-road movies document our travellers' encounters with local people - moving, instructive, sometimes bizarre and always exotic. Wherever the wind blows, Arthur tries out wind-related activities, while Antoine seeks out elusive air currents, with his kite, hang-glider and slackline always at the ready.

      • THE ASIAN CENTURY

        LAOS PDR'S BLESSING OR BANE. Twenty years ago, Laos was one of the top 10 poorest countries in the world. Today, the Lao economy is growing at an impressive rate of 7. 7%, making it the 3rd fastest growing economy in Asia. There are signs that we could be witnessing a dawn of a new era of economic growth and prosperity for the Lao population. Besides mining and resources, another key factor accounting for Laos recent prosperity can be attributed to the phenomenal growth of its tourism sector. Tourism creates employment opportunities in a large scale and is a vital source of foreign exchange. But, amidst the mood of optimism, there are some concerns about certain ill-effects that might emerge in the long term. Host Brendon Fernandez talks to the different players in Laos PDR’s tourism sector to examine the challenges this formerly remote landlocked state will encounter as it grows its tourism industry while trying to preserve its cultural heritage.

      • THE ASIAN CENTURY

        SINGAPORE LIGHTENS UP. Since a decade ago, Singapore has made plans to re-brand itself as a Renaissance City of arts and culture. There were strong economic imperatives for this. Besides building the infrastructure and the venues, there was also a plan to incubate the Renaissance Singaporean. Apart from supporting local industry, there is now more attention to arts education, especially with SOTA. But, the question is, with more artists being produced in Singapore, is there an industry that can support them all? Local artists say that many become arts administrators while others drop out because the sacrifice of financial uncertainty is daunting. Singapore has made great strides in engineering a transforming Singapore into a global city for the arts. While retention of talent and freedom of expression are still issues, local practitioners are finding ways to navigate the boundaries.

      • THE NAZI NETWORK IN MEXICO

        In 1985, had been released the documents about the nazis activities during the world War II in Mexico. But, what could be Hitler’s interest in a country away from war? The answer that had remained hidden and generated legends, tries to be unveiled through this documentary that narrates and recreates Nazi activities in Mexico during World War II

      • AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 ISLANDS

        FULL IMMERSION IN THE SEA. In the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, about one hours flying time from Miami, we go to discover the Turks & Caicos archipelago in the Caribbean Sea. We listen to the ancient history of these islands, following the remains of the ancient cotton plantations, we also explore the sea beds which are full of marine life. The sea in the Caribbean archipelago allows travellers to scuba dive, sail and kayak. And it is with a kayak that we enter the mangrove forest of Little Water Key, the elected habitat of native iguanas. In the natural reserve you can find about 2000 examples of Cyclura carinata carinata, a species here known as the Turk & Caicos ground iguana brought here by man to save it from extinction.

      • AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 ISLANDS

        LOS ROQUES, THE WINDY ARCHIPELAGO. We fly over the waters that separate the Venezuelan coast from Los Roques, we are going to visit this archipelago together with Francesca and her father Gian Marco, Venezuelan by birth but of Italian origin, who are both passionate about the islands and the sea. We land on Gran Roque - the only small village big enough to welcome tourists to stay in the typical posadas, there are no roads, cars or chaos - we take our boat and leave for Francisquì Island, where Francesca has an appointment for her first windsurf lesson, a sport that is very popular in this windy archipelago. When her lesson is over we visit the paradise island of Craquì, where only a few fishermen live, some birds and a small family restaurant that prepare wonderful fish dishes for the tourists that arrive there.

      • SACRED CULTURE

        GOLDEN TEMPLE. Claudio Iturra embarks on a trip to India and Nepal, to show the life of its inhabitants, their customs, the architecture of its temples and holy cities. Get up close Hinduism, caste system, poverty, sacred cows, temples and cremations. We invite you to join a unique tour of the Indian subcontinent for an unforgettable journey.

      • DON'T FORGET YOUR PASSPORT

        VIETNAM. Vietnam may be on the move economically but the ‘Communist Manifesto’ still lingers at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Lenin Square in the frenzied city of Hanoi. Gordon Sivell takes a sobering look at the prisoner of war camp called the Hanoi-Hilton where American pilots were held in brutal captivity for years. Next, Gordon travels north by train to the border of China to visit the gentle hill tribe people in the market village of SaPa.

      • CHINA, A TIMELESS COUNTRY

        PART 1. This series goes through the most unknown places in the Republic of China, discovering at each step the marks that its history has left in the present and a look and approach towards the future of this great nation. PAST, PRESENT and FUTURE of China, in the country without time.

      • FLAVOURS OF GREECE

        CRETE. Come with us as we explore the cradle of European civilisation. Join intrepid gastronomer Charlie Ottley as he uncovers the true spirit of Greece. From the secretive monasteries of mount Athos to the snowy pistes of Parnassos, Charlie takes us to the very heart of Greek culture as he embarks on an odyssey of fun, food and adventure. We start our journey in Crete, home to Europe’s oldest civilisation the Minoans. In this action packed episode Charlie discovers a great way to cook lamb in Greece’s first eco-lodge and walks in the footsteps of Daedalus and the Minotaur. We also visit a desert island peppered with Roman Ruins, take a trek up one of Crete’s many stunning coastal gorges and drop in on one of the best new wineries in the country.

      • FLAVOURS OF GREECE

        THE DODECANESE & EASTERN AEGEAN. Join us for a trip around the North Aegean and the Dodecanese. Starting on the stunning Pelion peninsular, gastronomer Charlie Ottley goes in search of fresh mountain cuisine. Next it’s off to the fair and much misrepresented Isle of Lesbos where Charlie immerses himself in the hottest spring in Europe. We also take part in the World’s most bizarre Easter celebration and learn the origins of the verb "to masticate" on the lesser known island of Chios.

      • LET'S ALL GO TO THE SEA

        MOROCCO, BETWEEN THE BEACH AND THE DESERT. Coastlines and seafronts are the gateways to the oceans, a source of many and varied natural resources. It’s easy to understand why half of the world’s population lives along or near the coast. Throughout history man has discovered and settled faraway places by first reaching land on the coasts and seafronts. And it’s one explanation for the fascinating racial mix that is often found on coasts. The ten coastlines featured in the series brilliantly reflect the lifestyles and customs of the people that use them.

      • PROMISE

        Despite 25 years of determined efforts made by the NHS to reduce the rate of breast cancer deaths and new breast cancer cases by detecting the disease early with mammography, breast cancer cases have risen to epidemic proportions. It is now estimated that one in every eight women in the UK will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 12,000 will die. This documentary investigates the world of routine breast screening (mammography) from its conception in 1987 to the modern day. We examine the benefits and risks associated with mammography and ask why the NHS has dismissed other available methods of medically recognised screening tests.

      • RACING GREEN - (8)

        The border crossing into Chile happens in record time and the team is set to visit the European Southern observatory in the middle of the Atacama desert, one of the driest places on Earth. It's a very inspiring moment to connect with other engineers at the frontline of technology and reflect on their latest findings about the universe. There is another racing competition in Santiago and after 64 driving days the team finally reaches Argentina, the 14th country. But on the way to Ushuaia, the most Southern city in the world they still have to cover over 1500km and are facing plenty of surprises.

      • KUNG FU KITCHEN

        FLYING ROTI CANAI (MALACCA, MALAYSIA). The roti canai is a round flat pancake popular in Malaysia and Singapore. Of south Indian origin, the roti is fluffy inside, crisp outside. The original movements to stretch the dough has gone through several variations over the centuries but none so spectacular as the evolution of flight. This is the roti canai terbang, or the flying roti, and the identified flying object of our kungfu kitchen challenge this episode. Benoit Chargy is the executive pastry chef at a high class hotel in Kuala Lumpur. Having heard about the legendary flying bread and the opportunity to learn the intricacies, Benoit plunges in to the challenge. Can he impress a paying clientele with less than 3 days of training?

      • THE ISLANDERS

        THE MARQUESAS. Discovering some the world’s hidden treasures by revealing the hidden face of life and the inhabitants of the islands. Island folk are generally proud of their insularity and their distinct sense of identity. A rich cocktail of history, customs, cuisine and economic resources distinguishes the island people and the nature and beaches that surround them. Our documentaries explore the varied and often little known lifestyles and peculiarities on the twenty featured islands. The approach so effectively used during our series on beaches and coastal areas, is here recreated, each program a mix of stunning visuals and interviews, which together highlight the exotic and uncommon events of daily life with a backdrop of spectacular island scenery. The aim of this unique series is as always to surprise, amuse and inform the viewer.

      • THE AVIATORS (1)

        S3. Training in a T-6: Kurtis earns his wings in a T-6 warbird. Journey of a Bag: Where does your bag go once it leaves your hands and heads down a conveyor belt at an airport? How does it get from one location to the next? FIFI: The infamous B-29 bomber from WWII. We take you through the different crew positions of this incredible plane.

      • THE AVIATORS (2)

        S3. Skydiving: Sara and Raeleen jump out of a perfectly good airplane! Rob Reider, Announcer: The famous voice of some of the largest air shows in the world. Training in a P-51: Kurtis takes you back in time to see what it was like for young WWII pilots fly in the legendary fighter, the P-51 Mustang.

      • BIOTIFUL PLANET

        CONGO. A nine-part series on the treasures of France’s overseas territories. The French overseas territories are a treasure trove of biodiversity. In a total surface area ten times smaller than France itself, we find more endemic species than in all of Europe. The question is for how much longer ? The extraordinary natural richness of these territories is nevertheless extremely fragile. Our anchors invite us along on a biological treasure hunt that’s also an opportunity to take stock of the situation. It’s one adventure and surprise after another as we meet the men and women fighting out in the field for biodiversity conservation: leatherback turtle observation, whale-watching, protecting the coral reefs and tropical forests by setting up natural reserve...

      • ANCIENT CULTURE - (14)

        Claudio Iturra takes viewers on a journey to the world’s most astonishing areas. Each episode of this fascinating documentary series shows a new place, which has amazed people since ancient times.

      • DISTANT SHORES

        ARC FINISH/ST. LUCIA. Series 9 of Distant Shores follows Paul and Sheryl Shard on a diverse voyage from England through the inland waterways of France to the Mediterranean Sea, an Atlantic crossing, and island-hopping in the Caribbean aboard their 49-foot sailboat, Distant Shores II. When they travel through France to arrive in the Med they sail to Gibraltar. From Gibraltar they enter the Atlantic Ocean stopping at the exotic port of Rabat on the west coast of Morocco, then head offshore to explore the Canary Islands before joining the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) in Las Palmas for a 2,800 mile trans-atlantic passage to the Caribbean for Christmas celebrations.

      • DISTANT SHORES

        BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS. Series 9 of Distant Shores follows Paul and Sheryl Shard on a diverse voyage from England through the inland waterways of France to the Mediterranean Sea, an Atlantic crossing, and island-hopping in the Caribbean aboard their 49-foot sailboat, Distant Shores II. When they travel through France to arrive in the Med they sail to Gibraltar. From Gibraltar they enter the Atlantic Ocean stopping at the exotic port of Rabat on the west coast of Morocco, then head offshore to explore the Canary Islands before joining the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) in Las Palmas for a 2,800 mile trans-atlantic passage to the Caribbean for Christmas celebrations.

      • GOING SOUTH - (1)

        Going South: Cycling through the Americas an adventurous environmental cycling documentary. As the climate changes, an environmental crisis is proclaimed. Four adventurous people from Sweden, Spain and the UK take on the challenge of a lifetime. The Going South teams cycle a distance of 16,765 miles and visit 17 countries. Going South is currently sold to more then 70 countries world-wide.

      • GOING SOUTH - (2)

        Going South: Cycling through the Americas an adventurous environmental cycling documentary. As the climate changes, an environmental crisis is proclaimed. Four adventurous people from Sweden, Spain and the UK take on the challenge of a lifetime. The Going South teams cycle a distance of 16,765 miles and visit 17 countries. Going South is currently sold to more then 70 countries world-wide.

      • SHARING THE EARTH

        FRANCE, SOUTH. Veterinarian, biologist and adventurer Mannaig de Kersauson travels the world in search of men and women who work to repair the damages inflicted upon the environment. She is on the lookout for ways, new and old, mankind has found for living in harmony with nature. She talks to scientists, experts or local tribesmen from different parts of the world about these environmental issues and what can be done to restore some balance. From Canada to Brazil or Kenya, SHARING THE EARTH is an odyssey that enables us to learn more about our planet's diversity and the means to protect it.

      • MUNDO AD PORTAS (10)

        S1. Why travelling makes us so happy? Is it because it makes us remember what we are capable of creating? In "Mundo Ad Portas" we closely follow the journey of a curious photographer and a travel businessman that, for two months, leave their routine aside to learn about unique places with unforgettable cultures.

      • NOMADS

        BASE JUMPING IN THE LAUTERBRUNNEN VALLEY-SWITZERLAND. Follow base jumping icon and ski base pioneer into the heart of Switzerland.

      • LIVING JUNGLE - (10)

        “Living Jungle” is an invitation to explore the most impressive biodiversity in the whole world: the Amazonian Forest. An experimented host starts this adventure at the Peruvian harbor of Iquitos to then head to the jungle, searching for insects and animals that can only be found in this habitat.

      • HAPPINESS IS ON THE PLATE - (4)

        A tasty series blending travel, cooking, nature and civic sense, following the daily work of five "green" chefs fighting for eco-friendly cooking in France, China, California, Benin and Tasmania. To preserve the environment, to give preference to local products and to indulge our taste buds with healthy foods, is the creed of these new chefs from five continents. 5 places, 5 biotopes, 5 chefs or 'food entrepreneurs': Arnaud Daguin in the Basque country, Dai Jiangjun in the Zhejiang Chinese mountains, Luke Burgess in Tasmania, David Kinch in California and Godfrey Nzamujo in Benin. Serving the future on their plates, and happiness as a side dish.

      • MUSIC VOYAGER - (21)

        Music Voyager is a music and travel broadcast series (television/cable, broadband, in-flight and mobile) that invites viewers to discover the exciting sounds of the planet. The host is Jacob Edgar, an explorer who does not search for lost cities or ancient ruins. He's on the quest for a different kind of treasure…music. As an ethnomusicologist and world music record producer, Edgar travels the globe hunting for the best songs the world has to offer, and he suffers through some of the worst…so you don’t have to. Along the way, he's rewarded with a backstage pass to concert halls, street festivals, recording studios and rehearsal rooms. With local musicians as his guide, Edgar tastes exotic and occasionally ghastly food, visits off-the-beaten path attractions and parties the night away to amazing concerts at hidden venues that only the locals know. Join music voyager for unexpected adventures and surprising discoveries that unveil the magic, mystery and music of far off lands.

      • MUSIC VOYAGER - (22)

        Music Voyager is a music and travel broadcast series (television/cable, broadband, in-flight and mobile) that invites viewers to discover the exciting sounds of the planet. The host is Jacob Edgar, an explorer who does not search for lost cities or ancient ruins. He's on the quest for a different kind of treasure…music. As an ethnomusicologist and world music record producer, Edgar travels the globe hunting for the best songs the world has to offer, and he suffers through some of the worst…so you don’t have to. Along the way, he's rewarded with a backstage pass to concert halls, street festivals, recording studios and rehearsal rooms. With local musicians as his guide, Edgar tastes exotic and occasionally ghastly food, visits off-the-beaten path attractions and parties the night away to amazing concerts at hidden venues that only the locals know. Join music voyager for unexpected adventures and surprising discoveries that unveil the magic, mystery and music of far off lands.

      • SILENCE IS GOLD

        This feature documentary takes us through the twists and turns of judicial proceedings pitting Canadian mining companies Barrick Gold and Banro against author Alain Deneault, his co-writers and publisher Éditions Écosociété, following the 2008 release of the book Noir Canada, which raised troubling questions about the controversial practices of Canadian mining companies in Africa. Silence is Gold is a legal and political thriller that captures years of intense psychological tension.

      • FLAVOURS OF SOUTH AFRICA

        THE INTERIOR. From the savage Kruger National Park via Suweto to the oldest Baobab tree in the world, Charlie Ottley takes us on a breathless safari across South Africa’s mighty Interior. See a lioness battle hyenas, learn how to make cheese, discover a great recipe for caterpillars and be hurled into the void and Charlie shows us yet another facet of this vast and mosaic country.

      • THE ASIAN CENTURY

        PHILIPPINES OFWS. The Philippines is one of the fastest growing economies among the ASEAN 5. And, in 2010, it showed such sterling results that the IMF even predicted it to be the fastest growing economy in ASEAN, second only to Thailand. Today, whilst the economy is growing at a modest 6%, investor and consumer confidence, according to market analysts, continue to soar. A new golden era for the Philippines? Maybe. Maybe not. That is because against all the "hoo-hah", unemployment rates are still climbing and the Philippines continues to carry the disgraceful mantle of "The Sick Man of Asia. " There are now about 1 million OFW’s (Overseas Filipino Workers) and 11 million overseas Filipinos worldwide. "People, it seems, are the Philippines best export. ". But, of late, there are signs that the Philippines’ overdependence on remittances has created long-term cracks in the social fabric and an economy that is fragile in the face of a global crisis.

      • EUROPE'S COASTLINES FROM ABOVE - (8)

        This series takes viewers across the 10.000 km long European coastlines from Cape North all the way down to the Mediterranean coasts and islands, including a visit to the English Channel, the Scottish and Irish shorelines. A unique opportunity to rise up and witness w the incredible diversity and beauty of such natural heritage impacted by climate and shaped by man over time. This series presents a vast geographical and cultural panorama of Coastal Europe as a trace for future generations.

      • MUNDO AD PORTAS (11)

        S1. Why travelling makes us so happy? Is it because it makes us remember what we are capable of creating? In "Mundo Ad Portas" we closely follow the journey of a curious photographer and a travel businessman that, for two months, leave their routine aside to learn about unique places with unforgettable cultures.

      • AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 ISLANDS

        A DIVERS' PARADISE. In open sea, along the Venezuelan coastline, we fly over the biggest coral atoll of the Caribbean Sea to then dive into these beautiful waters: this is the archipelago of Los Roques, surrounded by an immense coral reef that protects it from the Atlantic waves and makes it an ideal place for divers. We make our base in Gran Roque, the biggest and highest island of the archipelago and we dive into the crystal clear waters of the Los Roques National Park. Forests of coral and sea fans or gorgonian are the romantic frame for a group of box fish, busy with their courtship dances, but it is the fascination of the queen of the seas, a Manta Ray that steal the underwater scene here on Los Roques. Out of the water we sail in and around the island channels that are bordered by mangrove forests, which are full of marine life, such as the Giant Caribbean Star Fish.

      • AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 ISLANDS

        THE ROUTE TO LOS ROQUES. Our chosen route is the coral archipelago of Los Roques, our sail boat is pushed forward by the trade winds as we go to explore the small "cayos" in the region. The route chosen by our expert Capitan Raul and his eccentric skipper Mar, means that we will make our first stop at Carenero Island, a place so full of wonderful colours. But it is Cayos de Agua that steals our hearts: the light that surrounds this small strip of sand which is inhabited only by birds, makes this one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. As we weigh anchor, we sail to Dos Mosquises, headquarters of the Fundacion Cientifica los Roques, where an expert marine biologist shows us the different species of marine turtle. Here the Fundacion has chosen to guard and protect these marine animals, breeding them in captivity until they are one year old, then releasing them into the sea.

      • NOMAD'S LAND

        ETHIOPIA. With the label of "cradle of humanity", Ethiopia is adorned with a legendary aura... It is here that the man was born, here he would have his first steps to conquer the world. Christophe Cousin takes its movement... In "Nomads Land in Ethiopia," he crosses the South to the North because it is on the road, always lively, always alive that still today reveals the true face of the "men in the face burned "as they are called Ethiopians... The road is the best way to tell this country nomadic by nature. Ethiopia There are thousands of pilgrims, nomads by whole tribes, caravans, men, gold, dust, camels, mules and salt... All the ingredients required to advance to the sweat of his forehead to the hope and the unknown... In this journey which is more like an adventure, he encounters Gabra, an ethnic group in the border with Kenya which takes refreshment water in wells that were dug into the rock there for centuries and staying in their camp... he then joined the border with Sudan, to the great gold rush that has never known the country. Deep in the forest, holes that can reach 40 meters deep have the smell of death. Then he joined the pilgrims to the monastery of Debre Damo north and ends its journey in the heart of Dallol meaning "disintegrated" in language Afar... Borrowing this time not the camel and the men who run after the spice of life...

      • THE FORCE OF EARTH

        LA FORMACION DE LA TIERRA. The Force of Earth is an educational documentary series of the journey of a Chilean scientist. In every episode we will learn about geography and geology through the most distant and spectacular landscapes along Chile.

      • MUNDO AD PORTAS (12)

        S1. Why travelling makes us so happy? Is it because it makes us remember what we are capable of creating? In "Mundo Ad Portas" we closely follow the journey of a curious photographer and a travel businessman that, for two months, leave their routine aside to learn about unique places with unforgettable cultures.