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TRAVEL QUEST EP. 12: KENYA
Bill Ball breaks the rules and stereo types of travel shows as he ventures beyond the highlights. What do you do after you’ve lead groups to over 140 countries and all 7 continents? Welcome to Bill’s bucket list on steroids... Travel Quest. This new, fast-paced series chases Bill around the globe as he seeks out anything but the mundane and ordinary—coming face-to-face with the largest crocodiles in the world, snorkeling with thousands of jellyfish, walking on the rim of an exploding volcano, feeding a group of sharks without a cage, bicycling across the Serengeti... this is not your typical travel show!
WORLD MEDICINE (15)
S1. Embark on a world tour of ancestral medicinal practices with Bernard Fontanille - an emergency doctor used to operations in difficult conditions - through majestic landscapes. Through his various encounters he will learn about the different realities of a country. Bernard travels across the globe to cure, safeguard, heal and take care of people, to ease their pain. Led by his strong sense of humanity and his curiosity, he helps us discover and delve into the lives of women and men caring for others, saving lives; sometimes even inventing new treatments.
EUROPE'S COASTLINES FROM ABOVE - (7)
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.
THE CARDENA'S ERA
Lázaro Cárdenas, Mexico’s president between 1943 and 1940, came from a modest aborigin family. In 1914 he joined the Mexican Revolution and later on he created the Mexican Revolutionary Party. As first mandatary he imposed the agrarian reform and the nationalization of both railways and petroleum, wich confronted him with the United States. Cardenas is a documentary that overviews his biography and how his government changed Mexico’s history forever.
FLAVOURS OF SOUTH AFRICA
THE WINELANDS. A viticultural romp around Capetown’s historic wine lands - presenter Charlie Ottley checks out the ultimate designer winery, the last word in chic hotels and samples some of South Africa’s best cuvees. He also gets in deep water as he takes a famous local winemaker cage diving for Great White Sharks.
LET'S ALL GO TO THE SEA
OKINAWA ISLAND, JAPAN, CENTENARIANS’ ISLAND. 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.
GOING SOUTH - (7)
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 - (8)
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.
SACRED CULTURE
CALCUTA. 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.
THE FORCE OF EARTH
ENERGIA. 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.
TWENTY MASTERPIECES OF NATURE
MANUEL ANTONIO. 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.
TWENTY MASTERPIECES OF NATURE
MERCANTOUR. 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.
THE ISLANDERS
JAMAICA. 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.
WILD CULTURE
OKAVANGO. Claudio Iturra returns to Namibia in search of a new African tribe, the Manfred, which is located in the Caprivi Region in the northern part of the country. Purpose of journey is to find the indigenous village and learn how this civilization lives.
TRAVEL PLAN
SEVILLE. Travel to Amazing Places all over the world. From Paris to Petra. From New York to Cambodia.
TRAVEL PLAN
THILAND- KHO PANGAN. Travel to Amazing Places all over the world. From Paris to Petra. From New York to Cambodia.
ANCIENT CULTURE - (23)
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.
ALL ABOUT ANIMALS - (17)
Accompanied by her witty and charming 16-year-old brother, Jake, award-winning animal lover and 10-year-old host, Olivia Todd, visits a wide range of animal experts and specialists to uncover amazing facts about these animals. The dynamic duo go from dolphin centres to wildlife parks to celebrity pet owners, meeting some fascinating people who utilise their passion for animals in their chosen careers. With an existing audience being 60% adults followed closely by 12-17 year olds, the the target market audience is families. Additionally, as an avid supporter of the RSPCA, Olivia will present information about adoption and fostering programmes in an effort to raise awareness of animal cruelty and neglect with her ultimate goal to be able to reduce the number of incidents. Furthermore, the show aims to communicate messages about animal welfare and conservation in an attempt to educate the public about endangered species around the world.
ALL ABOUT ANIMALS - (18)
Accompanied by her witty and charming 16-year-old brother, Jake, award-winning animal lover and 10-year-old host, Olivia Todd, visits a wide range of animal experts and specialists to uncover amazing facts about these animals. The dynamic duo go from dolphin centres to wildlife parks to celebrity pet owners, meeting some fascinating people who utilise their passion for animals in their chosen careers. With an existing audience being 60% adults followed closely by 12-17 year olds, the the target market audience is families. Additionally, as an avid supporter of the RSPCA, Olivia will present information about adoption and fostering programmes in an effort to raise awareness of animal cruelty and neglect with her ultimate goal to be able to reduce the number of incidents. Furthermore, the show aims to communicate messages about animal welfare and conservation in an attempt to educate the public about endangered species around the world.
NORIN'S ARK
ALL SHE NEED IS LOVE. Norin Chai, a brilliant veterinarian, has been working for more than twenty years to protect wildlife all over the world. In each episode, he comes to the rescue of an endangered animal in a critical situation: in Central America an infectious disease is spreading through a population of sloths, in Indonesia orangutans are suffering from an unexplained illness… This series not only introduces us to an extraordinary veterinarian who devoted his life to tending to wild animals, but it also aims to move and inspire us by revealing the beauty of the living world.
AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 ISLANDS
IN THE KINGDOM OF SHARKS - PART 2 (CUBA). In this incredible eco-system of mangroves, reefs and sandy sea beds of the labyrinth of small islands and channels that make up the archipelago of Los Jardines de la Reina, in Cuba, you can find marine birds, many different species of fish and mammals native to this area such as the hutia. However, the main attraction of this place are the sharks that come here to feed in great numbers. So in the company of an expert diver Noel and a biologist Andrea, we meet the two principle species of shark that populate these waters: the silk sharks, Noel’s faithful playmates and the most feared, the Caribbean reef shark. Noel takes us underwater water scuba-diving with Andrea in apnoea: they both show us that these sharks are not dangerous.
AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 ISLANDS
THE RED GOLD OF THE MEDITERRANEAN SEA (SARDEGNA). It is in Sardinia that we discover the secrets of red coral, the underwater jewel of the Mediterranean Sea, where in Alghero you can find the centre for both fishing and coral processing formed in the reign of Peter IV of Aragon, a coral that is collected and processed with great skill. On board a traditional Turkish boat we sail towards the protected Marine area of Capo Caccia - Isola Piana, the only place in the Mediterranean Sea that red coral transplanting has been successful. With its strange dark and clear light plays, we go underwater into the Neptune Caves, where the walls of the caves are covered with magnificent branches of red coral surrounded by cnidarians and sponges. An expert coral harvester explains to us how they collect the coral at about 80 to 100 metres below and then an artisan shows us how they process and work this red gold of the Mediterranean Sea.
LET'S ALL GO TO THE SEA
NEW ZEALAND, A THOUSAND AND ONE SHORES. 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.
TRAVEL PLAN
BANKOK. Travel to Amazing Places all over the world. From Paris to Petra. From New York to Cambodia.
TRAVEL PLAN
BARCELONA - PART 1. Travel to Amazing Places all over the world. From Paris to Petra. From New York to Cambodia.
NOMADS
ALASKA SNOWMOBILE FREERIDING. Pro snowmobilers ride on the edge; tackling uncharted terrain, risky terrain for the ultimate freeride snowmobile experience in the uncharted mountains of Valdez, Alaska.
PATHFINDERS
TURKEY: THE LOST VALLEYS OF KASCAR. In this episode of PATHFINDERS, we follow Abele Blanc from Aosta, Italy, a living legend of mountain-climbing. He leads us through the mountains of Kascar, an unknown region in southeast Turkey a few kilometers inland from the shores of the Black Sea. In these Turkish villages, people live a very simple way of life, one that reminds Abele of his childhood growing up in the Aosta Valley. In fact, he had been drawn here by this feeling of authenticity and, since, has regularly explored the surrounding valleys by ski. A snowy journey to discover Turkey’s hidden treasure.
TWENTY MASTERPIECES OF NATURE
DONANA. 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.
MUNDO AD PORTAS (14)
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.
GARONGA SAFARI - (6)
In this chapter René will visit with his teammates Sabiepark nature reserve, a place with quite specific rules. Later they will go to enormous and emblematic National Park Kruger Park in South Africa Sabiepark. We meet the Big Five are the animals which most safaris will focus your search. René show us how indiscriminate hunting endangers an animal species.
ISLE OF MAN
The Isle of Man sits at the heart of the Irish Sea, easily overlooked but of great importance to the many species of birds, mammals and fish that call its hills, glens and seas home. From the huge and majestic Basking Sharks that feed in the plankton rich waters every summer, to the tiny wrens nesting in the many stone walls that criss-cross the landscape, this small Island is a sanctuary for wildlife. Across the open moorland you might glimpse a hen harrier glide gracefully in search of its prey or see hares resplendent in their white winter coats. In the spring and summer the craggy cliffs become temporary high-rise housing for numerous colonies of seabirds such as guillemots, razorbills and fulmars while the far-wandering Manx Shearwater makes use of abandoned burrows to raise their young. The strikingly marked chough is another denizen of the wilder fringes of Mann where it has thrived and flocks in greater numbers than just about anywhere else in the British Isles. Of all the wildlife you might encounter red necked wallabies are certainly the least expected. A small population established from escaped captive animals has readily made the curraghs wetlands their home and add to the rich tapestry of life on the island. Join local naturalist Chris Sharpe for a year-round visit to this beautiful haven: A Natural World in miniature.
PLANT SECRETS - (2)
To most of us, plants make up a familiar background decoration, albeit a beautiful one, but we don't really pay them that much attention, nor do we know much that about them. This collection is an invitation to discover more about four common plants and their astonishing properties. Scientists, farmers, economists and sociologists will help us to view the Nettle, the Arabis, the Yew and the Lotus in a different light, as they reveal the plants' uses and new technological, medical, economic and social properties. The collection features interviews with geneticists, the head gardener at the Chateau of Versailles, an Indian industrialist and an Australian botanist, among other professionals, as they invite us into their laboratories, on their expeditions to the ends of the earth, or quite simply, around their gardens. At a time when our society is in full reflection on its relationship to biodiversity, we travel the world to discover in what way these plants have become our partners in life.
ARAMBURUS ASSASSINATION
July, 1st 1970, though Pindapoy operation, Montoneros guerrilla group assassinated Lieutenant General Pedro Aramburu, who in 1955 lead the power grab against General Perón. Constructed as a police drama, Aramburu’s Assassination recreates previous scenes to the execution and studies Argentinean left wing guerillas 40 years after their appearance.
FLAVOURS OF SOUTH AFRICA
KWAZULU NATAL. Gastronomer Charlie Ottley takes a non-stop tour of the magical state of Kwazulu Natal. From the street markets of Durban to the battlefields of the Zulu War, from the stunning Drakensburg Mountains to Africa’s most gourmet hotel, Charlie eschews the beaten track in pursuit of more indelible sights and unbeatable recipes.
VOLCANIC PLANET
Volcanoes are the most extreme, dramatic, and explosive forces of nature on our planet. Volcanoes have produced many of the most valuable minerals - and most of the arable soil on earth. Every day, they are exploding around the world. When the Yellowstone Super Volcano blows (and it is now 48,000 years overdue to do so), it will destroy most of life on North America. Award-winning filmmaker Peter Rowe has climbed and filmed 19 volcanoes, and tells the story of them, the adventures of climbing them, the people who live beside them, and the scientists who risk their lives to study them, in "Volcanic Planet". He also convinces his climbing partner George Kourounis to get married (!?) on the exploding lip of one of them. Filmed in Congo, Iceland, Italy, Vanuatu, Hawaii, Tonga, Turkey, Guatemala, New Zealand, Costa Rica and under the Pacific Ocean, "Volcanic Planet" is a fast-paced high-voltage tour of the world’s most active smoking mountains.
AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 ISLANDS
FOLLOWING THE NOBLE ECHO OF THE SEA. In every sea, a shell, in every shell, a voice and a hypnotic recall. This is the "common thread" that accompanies us on our trip through the world’s hemispheres. We meet these sea shells in Senegal, on Joal Fadiouth, an island entirely made up of small white shells, which are essential for the economy of this small African Island. Even in the Caribbean characterized by the Turks and Caicos huge Conch shells, with their delicious fruits used in excellent dishes. Polynesia, instead, is the realm of oysters, that contain unique jewels: the black pearls, famous all over the world. Finally in Mare nostrum, at Sant’Antioco, we meet the most noble shells of all: Pinna nobilis, unique sea shells, especially as you can extract a fine silk like filament called "byssus" from it. It is a textile filament known and used in ancient times, and the only woman who is able to spin it now, lives at Sant’Antioco. She’s an artisan-artist that our cameras manage to capture quite completely.
ANCIENT CULTURE - (5)
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.
THE ALAMO
1983: After more than 7 years of terror, the Argentineans recover the democracy. The reconstruction of a climate of timeand an event that amrked a point of break not only in the policy but in the culture and the arts of Argentina.
ANIMAL ALLIES (2)
S2. The Animal Allies team first meets the King of the Jungle, just a shadow of his former glory, laid low in Perth Zoo. Alistair the African lion needs an operation but at 200 kilograms, this is going to be no quick trip to the vet. The Zoo’s dedicated team of Animal Doctors makes sure they have a tranquilizer gun, an armed guard, an ambulance and "all hands on deck" for the surgery. Man’s best friend can sometimes be man’s worst nightmare. If your dog is constantly getting out and running wild, Animal Allies’ "How To" shows you some cheap and effective ways of keeping your pooch at home... . and keeping the peace. We travel to Denmark where the military are marching to the aid of the European Tree Frog. And Animal World journeys to Arizona, in the United States, where we get suited-up to face the ‘Killer Bees’. We have all the buzz on these aggressive winged warriors and what they can teach our wary scientists.
THE FORCE OF EARTH
SISMOS Y TECTONICAS. 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 (20)
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.