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Water: H2O Stories - THE BLUE Planet
Water: H2O Stories is a 3x52 series revisiting the story of water on planet Earth and its disrupted course over time which has led to the 21st century biggest challenge.
Zenith - EP. 7
Zenith – Advances in Space Exploration reveals these latest developments and the implications they hold for all of us.
Zenith - EP. 11
Zenith – Advances in Space Exploration reveals these latest developments and the implications they hold for all of us.
Zenith - EP. 13
Zenith – Advances in Space Exploration reveals these latest developments and the implications they hold for all of us.
WOW, I NEVER KNEW THAT! - COCA COLA, Slinky, Frisbee
Wow, I Never Knew That! is a whimsical, half-hour television series that is jam-packed with exciting tidbits and fascinating facts that uncover the truths and origins behind the stuff you’re already familiar with. From the items you use every day to the phrases you use in conversation to the habits you’re so accustomed to, you’ll be fascinated to learn how they’ve all really come about! Learn how a pharmacist and an accountant created the most famous drink in the world, COCA COLA! And, learn the “BEAR” truth behind how a U.S. president helped create everyone’s favorite stuffed toy, THE TEDDY BEAR! Then, how did a piece of wire accidentally “SLINK” its way to become a fantastic fun toy for children? Plus, how a the WIFFLE BALL was invented.
WOW, I NEVER KNEW THAT! - ETCH A Sketch, Bingo, Bikini
Before computer drawing programs, there was a toy that if you mastered its two circular white knobs you could have a picture perfect SKETCH. We’ll explain how the ETCH A SKETCH drew onto the scene. And what did Neil Armstrong REALLY say when he stepped on the moon, the “aahh” answer will surprise you! Plus, where did the explosive name BIKINI come from?
NEW Frontier - THE INNER Worlds
They orbit between us and our Star, the inner worlds; hidden within the sun's glare often only visible at sunrise or sunset. Venus the first and brightest star in the evening sky, and Mercury fleeting across the solar disk. They are half of our solar system's terrestrial planets yet we know so little. As we begin to take a closer look at our companions they are posing more questions than answers.
NEW Frontier - NEXT STOP MARS
It has fired our imaginations for millennia, Mars, the God of War and the source of Man's science fictional demise. We know the dry barren planet was once flowing with vast reservoirs of water, the sky thick and filled with clouds and the tantalizing possibility of life. It is the only other place in our solar system than Man might one day call home.
Quirky Science - EP. 3
In contrast with popular belief, Edison did not invent the light bulb. Many people contributed to the invention. Mind you, the first lamp was invented around 70,000 BC. Once upon a time we had limelight, which was actually quite unsafe, and then there were arc “arc lamps” – shedding light that blinded movie stars up to the point where they had to wear sunglasses. What Edison did was improve the light bulb to become a practical, affordable and safe product. He tested over 5000 filaments to make the bulb last: from bamboo fiber to a hair out of an assistant’s beard. At the same time others were working on light bulbs made with gasses, which we now know as energy efficient lamps. Modern-day lighting innovations are quite startling, a lot of them - we can’t even see with the naked eye… Lasers, for example. For the longest time it was merely a pet-theory of the grand Einstein. Nobody knew what to make of this idea that ‘atoms could release their excess energy as light’ When the laser was invented, people joked that the laser was ‘a solution looking for a problem’. Now it is omnipresent. In the near future: laser-light therapy by flashing the human brain.
Quirky Science - EP. 4
A man with an ear for music, one of the first to try teaching the deaf how to speak, thought he could build a "harmonic telegraph". He had this idea that several notes could travel through a wire simultaneously, instead of the one Morse code that the telegraph could transmit. He thought this to be possible because he misinterpreted the writings of a researcher writing in German – a language he did not know. – And would later describe his misinterpretation as a "very valuable blunder". The man was Alexander Graham Bell and he invented telephony. The big question is: what happens in that wire? How can voices travel? Bell and his assistant eventually proved that different tones would vary the strength of an electric current in a wire. In fact, it’s the vibrations of the voice that determine the strength of the current. His invention caused a lot of fuss – yet it took years before people comprehended the scale of it: before the widespread use of the phone – whom were you going to call? Eventually, the telephone, or better said, its wiring, leads to the Internet. Nowadays we mostly make our calls ‘wireless’ so the wire Graham Bell used to make voices travel over long distances is no longer needed How does that work? Even wireless calling, some say, is actually a very unnatural way of communicating. Looking at the future, are we heading towards a ‘phoneless’ call?
Wonder - Phantoms
Seg 1 Body Transfer Illusion. The Body Transfer Illusion is the illusion of perceiving another object to be part of your body. This is best exemplified by the rubber hand experiment where in a volunteer is a shown a rubber hand while their real hand is obscured. Both the fake and real hand is subject to the same stimulus and soon the volunteer will perceive the fake hand as theirs. Seg 2 Autokinetic Effect. The Autokinetic Effect is the effect caused by subtle movements in our eyes when looking at dark environments. This causes stationary light sources to be perceived as moving even though they aren’t. Seg 3 Moon Illusion. The Moon Illusion is the illusion where the moon appears to change sizes during different periods in time when especially when it appears closer to the horizon in fact the moon’s size remains constant. This happens because we are able to compare the moon’s size with visual references like trees and buildings when it appears nearer the horizon. Seg 4 Geometric Illusions. Geometric Illusions are illusions that can literally be illustrated on paper. This type of illusions make use of geometric properties of renderings and illustration and make them appear different in terms of points, length and curvature. Seg 5 Stereoscopy. Stereoscopy is the technique where in our eyes are made to perceive two images that make up one whole image. This technique enables us perceive 3 dimensions from 2 flat image sources.
Wonder - ART OF Illusion
Seg 1 Animation. Animation is the process and technique that involves creating the illusion of movement from still drawings and inanimate objects. It is achieved by displaying images with slight variations in a rapidand successive manner thus making our eyes perceive the illusion of movement. Seg 2 Aviation Illusions. Aviation illusions are the sensory illusions associated with taking flight. When pilots take flight theirvestibular system, the sensory system responsible for balance, is affected by conflicting stimulus from what the pilot sees and feels during flight. Seg 3 Spinning Dancer. The spinning dancer illusion is an illusion that was created by Noboyuki Kayahara. One can either perceive the dancer as spinning clockwise or counter clockwise. This phenomenon is explained by Bistable perception which states that perception can be altered subjectively just by how an object is observed. Seg 4 Mirage. Mirages are a physical optical phenomenon that can be observed when there is a difference in the temperature in the surrounding air of an area. The different temperatures of the air causes light to refract and cause weird distortions when viewed at the correct angle. This can range from weird reflections to distortions and even the appearance of floating objects. Seg 5 Rainbow Formation. Rainbows are formed as a result of sunlight being refracted and reflected by tiny drops of water in the atmosphere. The water droplets act as prism that can split the sun’s white light into the spectrum of visible colors thus creating the effect of a colorful rainbow.
PAST Hunters - S1 EP 01: Bulkeley HOTEL
The former home of Queen Victoria is now home to many spirits who have been seen by guests and staff. Witness the first ever formal documentation of the paranormal activities in the Bulkeley Hotel.
MUSIC Voyager - EP 20
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 - EP 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.
Zenith - EP. 11
Zenith – Advances in Space Exploration reveals these latest developments and the implications they hold for all of us.
Zenith - EP. 12
Zenith – Advances in Space Exploration reveals these latest developments and the implications they hold for all of us.
SHOW ME WHERE YOU LIVE - Spaingranada’s Hidden Gardens
Show me where you live is a documentary series that aims to answer the following question: How can human beings claim ownership to a space so that they can live safely within it, function as a society, and above all be in harmony with the environment around them?As we discover cultures and emblematic populations, we follow Philippe Simay who is at the heart of Inhabiting the World and represents its identity and originality. Philippe takes us on an epic adventure around the Human Habitat and sets the tone for the journey. As a humanist and philosopher, Philippe is a tireless surveyor of the city, and an explorer of living spaces. Determined to travel around the world, Philippe unveils how the populations that he encounters claim the space they occupy, shapes it and adjust to it.In this series of 20 films, of 26 minutes each, the habitat will be a major showcase revealing our capacity to adapt ourselves at a time where we need to find solutions in order to address immense changes.
SHOW ME WHERE YOU LIVE - CUBA, Havana, Vetetable Garden CITY
Show me where you live is a documentary series that aims to answer the following question: How can human beings claim ownership to a space so that they can live safely within it, function as a society, and above all be in harmony with the environment around them?As we discover cultures and emblematic populations, we follow Philippe Simay who is at the heart of Inhabiting the World and represents its identity and originality. Philippe takes us on an epic adventure around the Human Habitat and sets the tone for the journey. As a humanist and philosopher, Philippe is a tireless surveyor of the city, and an explorer of living spaces. Determined to travel around the world, Philippe unveils how the populations that he encounters claim the space they occupy, shapes it and adjust to it.In this series of 20 films, of 26 minutes each, the habitat will be a major showcase revealing our capacity to adapt ourselves at a time where we need to find solutions in order to address immense changes.
RIP FILES - S02 EP. 10 - Explore THE Darkness
Re-visit some of the team's most memorable cases.
RIP FILES - S01 EP. 10 - EMPTY Graves
Their bodies have long turned to dust, but the spirits of the original owners who built Bellewood remain in charge and don't mind chasing out tresspassers.
OF BOATS AND MEN - EP. 02
Travelling by boat bears a priceless sense of Freedom and offers endless new vistas to all passengers. Across waterways around the world Boats are an essential tool of daily life whether they carry goods, serve as utilities or services in remote areas.
Travel THRU History - NEW Orleans
The Saints come marching in as we tour the iconic St. Louis Cathedral and the mysterious Ursuline Convent in New Orleans. We delve into Mardi Gras history at Mardi Gras World and visit the National WWII Museum's world class collection.
Journeys IN Africa - THE LAND OF THE ZULU
South Africa has many different tribal groups and ethnic people, but none have a more fascinating story than the Zulu. These were once the most feared warriors in all of Africa and they have fiercely held onto that culture. They’re also dedicated conservationists and we see first-hand the wildlife sanctuaries they’ve created. This is a proud people with a unique history, and we get to share that with them.
Journeys IN Africa - Kilimanjaro: THE ROOF OF Africa
Host Bill Ball begins the ascent of the highest mountain in Africa. Trouble almost immediately affects the team as the cameraman suffers from fatigue and altitude sickness. Just over halfway, the trip is in serious doubt as altitude, cold and wind force the team to evaluate their fitness to continue.
Journeys IN INDIA - Calcutta: CITY OF Living History
There is no city in India that is more British than Calcutta. The former capital of British India, Calcutta has gardens, buildings and museums to prove it. Throw away any ideas you have of this giant city and discover the treasures it holds.
Journeys IN INDIA - SOUTH India: LAND OF Superlatives
Two of the greatest ancient monuments in the world are in South India—Hampi and Konark. These two wonders of the world were lost to the west, but now are at the top of many bucket lists. Join Bill as he takes the veil off these two incredible achievements of man.
Around THE WORLD IN 80 Islands - ALONG THE Thread OF THE SEA (sardegna)
On board of an old well-restored English boat, and pushed ahead by the mistral wind, we sail in and around the Sulcis archipelago in Sardinia. Between the islands of Sant’Antioco and San Pietro, expert marine biologists dive with us down to sea-grass fields to reveal to us the mystery of the Pinna nobilis or Noble Pen Shell and its’ magic thread.: sea-silk. A marine biologist and the only international expert of sea-silk, Chiara Vigo uncover its secrets for us. Chiara Vigo with her special personality and philosophy of life, who has transformed the processing of sea-silk into a real art. A thread that, thanks to her, becomes gold and also prayer. A treasure to protect and preserve for future generations. A thread that cannot be sold or undersold, but that needs to be protected so as not to disappear into the depths.
Animal Embassy - Penguin WITH A Painful NECK
The dilemma faced by every 21st Century wildlife park is how to attract and educate the public, while maintaining first class conditions for its inhabitants and leading the way in scientific research and environmental protection. Tucked away in the Canary Islands, one zoo is providing a masterclass in the art. For the past 2 years running, Loro Parque has been voted “The World’s Best Zoo” by subscribers of Trip Advisor, echoing the highest possible accreditations of animal welfare, conservation and environmental bodies across the globe. It is now considered more popular than the prestigious San Diego, Singapore, ZooParc de Beauval, Prague, Chester and St.Louis Zoos. So how has a privately-owned zoo in a Spanish colony off the West coast of Africa earned such recognition? How does it balance the meticulous care and presentation of thousands of species, with the multi-million-dollar research and conservation programs dedicated to saving many of them from extinction? What’s the strategy behind its educational commitment to turning every pleasure-seeking tourist into a die-hard environmentalist? And who manages the harvest of tonnes of organic fruit needed to feed the animals daily? What began 45 years ago with one man’s passion for animals and an obsession with excellence has become a monument to best practice ideals. Boasting leading experts in all branches of zoology, animal handling, nutrition and veterinary science, as well as state of the art facilities and cutting-edge technology, Loro Parque talks the talk and walks the walk.Animal Embassy peels back the layers of Loro Parque to expose its pumping heart: the intimate connections, the scale of operations, the dramas, the discoveries, the camaraderie, the hilarity, the uncompromising attention to detail and the unshakable devotion to animal welfare. Entertaining, inspiring and informative, this series is packed with engaging, returnable characters – both animal and human. The dilemma faced by every 21st Century wildlife park is how to attract and educate the public, while maintaining first class conditions for its inhabitants and leading the way in scientific research and environmental protection. Tucked away in the Canary Islands, one zoo is providing a masterclass in the art. For the past 2 years running, Loro Parque has been voted “The World’s Best Zoo” by subscribers of Trip Advisor, echoing the highest possible accreditations of animal welfare, conservation and environmental bodies across the globe. It is now considered more popular than the prestigious San Diego, Singapore, ZooParc de Beauval, Prague, Chester and St.Louis Zoos. So how has a privately-owned zoo in a Spanish colony off the West coast of Africa earned such recognition? How does it balance the meticulous care and presentation of thousands of species, with the multi-million-dollar research and conservation programs dedicated to saving many of them from extinction? What’s the strategy behind its educational commitment to turning every pleasure-seeking tourist into a die-hard environmentalist? And who manages the harvest of tonnes of organic fruit needed to feed the animals daily? What began 45 years ago with one man’s passion for animals and an obsession with excellence has become a monument to best practice ideals. Boasting leading experts in all branches of zoology, animal handling, nutrition and veterinary science, as well as state of the art facilities and cutting-edge technology, Loro Parque talks the talk and walks the walk.Animal Embassy peels back the layers of Loro Parque to expose its pumping heart: the intimate connections, the scale of operations, the dramas, the discoveries, the camaraderie, the hilarity, the uncompromising attention to detail and the unshakable devotion to animal welfare. Entertaining, inspiring and informative, this series is packed with engaging, returnable characters – both animal and human.
Animal Embassy - Turtle WITH A Broken SHELL
Federica the turtle has arrived from Italy after a run in with a container ship. LoroParque’s offered to be her ‘forever home’, but how will she go sharing her new digs withothers? You’ve heard of a fish out of water - try a turtle!Esmeralda the iguana has a lumpy belly and Jorge the vet is worried. He’s hoping it’s abounty of eggs but knows he shouldn’t count his iguanas before they hatch. Its fingerscrossed for some scaly babies!
Animal Embassy - Birdman OF LORO Parque
He’s known as the ‘Birdman of Loro Parque’ and Rafa, the Loro Parque FoundationScientific Director wears the badge with pride. Every day he surrounds himself with allthings ornithological - from parrots and puffins to penguins. But it’s what he’s carryingthrough the zoo that brings all the birds to the yard. Any guesses?You’ve heard of the film ‘How to train your Dragon’ – today Inaki has to try and trainan anteater (and he’s not sure what’s proving easier)! With anteaters being thestubborn but sensitive types, Inaki’s digging deep into his bag of tricks – beginningwith the old favourite, some vanilla yoghurt. Will Sue-Anne the anteater succumbs toInaki’s tasty charms or will she thumb her (rather long) nose at him instead?
Animal Embassy - Gorilla WITH A SORE FOOT
Ubongo the gorilla has a massive cut on his foot. But how do you treat a 400-poundgorilla with a sore foot? Very carefully it seems. The Loro Parque veterinary team put alltheir skills to the test to tackle a problem with very, VERY big teeth.You’ve heard of cattle farms and dairy farms - but what about a coral farm? Ester andher aquarium team take us behind the scenes of their newest attraction. But how will thepublic take to something that’s not as cute and cuddly as their other exhibits?Have you ever seen a sloth take a shower? Not many people have. But when it’ssummertime in Tenerife, the tourists aren’t the only ones looking to cool down. Hugo thesloth will draw back the shower curtain and reveal all...albeit verrrry slowly.
WOW, I NEVER KNEW THAT! - Monopoly, AREA Codes, Tuxedo
Take a trip to the Jersey Shore and learn how one of its famous boardwalks helped to inspire the iconic board game of MONOPOLY. And how did a donkey and an elephant become associated with politics? Plus, what’s the difference between TOP GRAIN LEATHER and FULL GRAIN LEATHER?
WOW, I NEVER KNEW THAT! - Zamboni ICE Resurfacing Machine, Pistachio NUTS, STARS
If you have ever gone to a hockey game, or gone ice-skating, there is ONE revolutionary machine that helps keep the fun and action going! And that’s all thanks to the ZAMBONI® ICE RESURFACING MACHINE. You’ll learn how and why it was invented! And ever notice some pistachio nuts are RED in color? We’ll throw up the RED FLAG and explain why the color is simply a COVER UP!
Inside OUTER SPACE - FERMI Paradox, SOLAR WIND, Neptune, THE GREAT RED SPOT, Robits, Donught Planets
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.
Inside OUTER SPACE - MILKY WAY, Enecladus, Saturn, Tides, Eclipse, Looking INTO THE PAST
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.
Inside OUTER SPACE - SPACE WALK, OORT Cloud, Mercury, SPACE SUIT, STAR Chart, PLUTO
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.
Animal Doctors
Explore how animals developed over time and generations their own medicine and health care strategies. How have these been passed onto early humans ? Questioning traditional boundaries between human and animal, we will travel from Central African Republic, to Tanzania, from the US to France with the leading experts in animal behaviour. Today\'s science revisits the birth of animal intelligence and culture.
THE Monkey Whisperer AND HIS DREAM
360° GEO - Report accompanies David van Gennep a committed animal rights activist and his team of volunteers during on a distinctly moving mission. There is great excitement in the back of the monkey transporter - after a 20-minute drive, 8 chimpanzees impatient to get out of the van, suddenly go silent. For here, there is suddenly no cold concrete floor, and no cage awaiting them, but a vast, natural expanse of trees, grass and blue skies. After years of imprisonment, maltreatment and isolation, they will now have to learn to liaise with conspecifics, build up families and live outdoors. "Monkey whisperer" David van Gennep wipes the tears from his eyes. His lifelong dream to found a paradise for maltreated monkeys in Alicante in Spain, is finally coming true.
THE POLAR School OF NOMAD Children
360° GEO- Report visits the Nenets, the last true nomads on earth, on their remote Russian peninsula. Every August, on the Russian polar peninsula of Yamal, children of reindeer shepherds await a helicopter that will bring them back to school after the summer holidays. For the main part of the year, 600 nomad children from the indigenous people of the Nenet live and learn separated from their parents. Up until now, their home Yamal was an of Russia that was far from any semblance of civilization- until an enormous gas pool was discovered beneath the tundra. Now, destroyed nature and gigantic industrial plants are a common sight along the nomad's track - but this industrial development is also offering new opportunities to their children.
A YEAR IN THE WILD - EP.1
Rosemary catches up with the conservancy’s rarest large carnivore, a coalition of 3 male cheetahs. The Pungwe pack get waist deep into their hunting as they pursue a wildebeest into a water pan. Denning season has begun. The pack are on the hunt for impala. Rosemary deals with a shocking snare removal. The splinters take on another herd of wildebeest.
A YEAR IN THE WILD - EP.2
A resident baboon on one of the ranches requires some human help to extract a snare. The splinters pack run into a coalition of cheetahs. Jess visits the new-born Splinters pups. Pungwe are on the hunt for big game as they take on formidable buffalo. The Splinters once again demonstrate their extraordinary hunting tactics.
A YEAR IN THE WILD - EP.3
As a new year starts in the heart of Africa, the rainy season has come to the Okavango Delta in Botswana, and with it begins a season of plenty and the luxury of permanent and abundant water sources. In South Africa’s Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve, a group of rare samango monkeys take advantage of the abundant fruit born by a large Natal fig tree. In Thailand, a group of rhesus macaques have discovered a mango tree, and are busy feeding and stuffing their throat pouches with the fruit. Back in the Okavango Delta, the rains have also brought large buffalo herds back to the Xakanaxa area, the territory of a powerful pride of lions. Life and death are also a close-run thing for young gannet fledglings on their massive breeding colony of 50.000 birds on Malgas Island off the South African coast. As the young birds attempt to spread their wings and take to the air, some end up in the water. Many young animals have to run a gauntlet early on in life, and as a young loggerhead turtle hatches out of its egg and emerges from the sand on a beach in Mozambique, it faces a gruelling journey from its nest on the beach down to the sea. African penguins, too, are adapted to life at sea, but rest, breed and mate on land. Penguins elsewhere in the world face an almost unbelievable challenge to breed and rear their young. When it comes to raising animals, the African plains are no more forgiving than the sub-Antarctic. At this time of year, the Serengeti plains in Tanzania are teeming with herds of wildebeest and zebra with their young. Predators are never far away. In a Thai forest, stingless bees are busy building a cone-shaped nest in a tree, combining forces for the greater good of the colony. Kamfers Dam in South Africa is one of only four breeding colonies of Lesser Flamingos, at times reaching up to 50.000 birds. The sun sets over the spectacular sight of thousands of flamingos, straining the water for food and taking to the air.
Animal Embassy - SUPER VET TO THE Rescue
As Loro Parque’s head vet, Jorge never knows from one day to the next what will comethrough his clinic. From tending to oversexed otters, fine-footed flamingoes or armouredarmadillos, a day spent with Jorge, is a day immersed in nature from the four corners ofthe globe.Ever seen a grown man hug a turtle? For Javier, Loro Parque’s Head of EnvironmentalAffairs, it’s all part of the job! He’s hitting the high seas of Tenerife with a turtle trackerin hand to help with scientific research - but first he’s just got to locate the turtle - 2,000meters down in the ocean!
Animal Embassy - Morgan THE ORCE HAS A BABY
For over a year, the staff at Loro Parque have been patiently waiting for a huge event totake place. Morgan, the deaf orca is about to give birth to her very first calf. The stakesare high, and the staff are holding their collective breath as the scene is set for thegreatest natural phenomenon in the zoo’s history.
Animal Embassy - SUPER VET TO THE Rescue
As Loro Parque’s head vet, Jorge never knows from one day to the next what will comethrough his clinic. From tending to oversexed otters, fine-footed flamingoes or armouredarmadillos, a day spent with Jorge, is a day immersed in nature from the four corners ofthe globe.Ever seen a grown man hug a turtle? For Javier, Loro Parque’s Head of EnvironmentalAffairs, it’s all part of the job! He’s hitting the high seas of Tenerife with a turtle trackerin hand to help with scientific research - but first he’s just got to locate the turtle - 2,000meters down in the ocean!
Animal Embassy - Clownfish AND WHITE Tigers
‘Finding Nemo’ may have brought fame to the striped clownfish but their newfoundpopularity has sent worldwide numbers into decline. Now we follow the aquarium teamas they initiate their very own breeding program with the hope of finding many moreNemos to come.Jorge has got a 200-pound problem on his hands. Lin Mao the white tiger hassomething wrong with his hip and the vets need to make a diagnosis. Problem is, LinMao’s not responding to the anesthetic Jorge just administered and he has to decidewhat to do next...very quickly.
Nature's FORCE - EP. 05
Snow is a fascinating world of crystals that animals, plants, and humans have had to adapt to, in order to benefit from its best and survive its worst attributes. Some communities live with Tornadoes by building homes with survival features and rather than get out of their paths, they rely on warning systems and classifications. And behind all great weather events is Wind, find out how and why it can change from a gentle breeze into a devastating gale force and where does it go? Nature’s force can be mystical and puzzling and the Sunshower has been the subject of myths and legends and superstitions, but it does have a scientific explanation.
Nature's FORCE - EP. 06
What is La Nina and how is it being monitored? Find out the effects and the reach that this system is influencing. How did Indian Summer get its name and what is the science behind the phenomenon?Winter is the season that has the biggest effect on the planet, animal behaviour and often brings out the worst that nature can bring. Nature’s Halo is a magical sight with a scientific explanation. The story of and lessons from Hurricane Katrina give us a great understanding of the ferocity and speed that nature can unleash
BLUE WORLD
Deep in the heart of Mexico’s Yucatan, Jonathan is exploring remote cenotes in the jungle that were once used for Mayan rituals. Just reaching the surface of the water requires rappelling down from the forest above. But then, beneath the surface, he encounters strange alien life forms that live in total darkness, and the remains of humans and animal sacrifices from an ancient culture.
BLUE WORLD
In the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary, Jonathan investigates some of the densest coral reefs in the Caribbean as they spawn under cover of darkness. Then he heads over to Silver Springs for the Sea Hunt Forever Festival, celebrating the classic TV show Sea Hunt and the vintage scuba gear that was used on the program.
BLUE REALM - REEFS OF STEEL
The Blue Realm is a stunning and engrossing TV series featuring amazing undersea animals and marine life. Utilizing superb HD imagery, engaging stories and the world's leading scientists, the series takes viewers on extraordinary underwater journeys of discovery.
WILD Australia WITH RAY MEARS - EP. 03
In Victoria just south west of Melbourne in the You Yangs National Park Ray Mears meets up with researcher Janine Duffy in a dry eucalyptus forest. They go in search of koalas and find a young male who nervously tries to establish his own territory.Ray moves down to the open grasslands and tracks a mob of Eastern Grey kangaroos. He visits the Mount Rothwell Conservation Reserve and meets an unusual marsupial – a predator – that is almost extinct on the mainland of Australia – a Tiger Quoll – smaller relative of the Tasmanian Devil. Finally Ray journeys through a Wet Eucalyptus forest to Lake Elizabeth and canoeing across the quiet waters finds himself surrounded by rare and unique duck billed platypuses
WILD Australia WITH RAY MEARS - EP. 04
Ray starts by hitching a lift on a research crane to get a bird’s eye view over the Rainforest; from there, he can see the geographical position responsible for this lush vegetation: mountain range in the west and the sea in the east. He then goes down to the ground, delving into the heart of the jungle, he comes across millennial trees, camouflage spiders and a miniature dinosaur, the Boyd’s Forest Dragon. He pursues his journey by travelling on a zipwire with wildlife expert, Justin McMahon. Together they observe life in the canopy. Meanwhile, Ray’s cameraman Martin Hayward Smith has been filming an animal that can only be found in this part of the world: the Bennett’s tree kangaroo, a cute marsupial that lives like a monkey.
OF BOATS AND MEN - EP. 03
Travelling by boat bears a priceless sense of Freedom and offers endless new vistas to all passengers. Across waterways around the world Boats are an essential tool of daily life whether they carry goods, serve as utilities or services in remote areas.
RV Explorers S1 EP 03 - Whangarei
RV Explorers, chasing 100 Sunsets. A TV show following a new motorhoming couple as they explore the towns and regions of NZ – experiencing various tourist attractions, events and joining in with other motorhomers to experience their favourite activities.
PAST Hunters - S1 EP 02: PLAS TEG
The county of Flintshire in Wales is said to be a land filled with ghosts and haunts. Plas Teg is said to be one of the "most haunted" houses in the area. With over 400 years of history, this place is sure to be the home of many an entity.
MUSIC Voyager - EP 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 - EP 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.
Zenith - EP. 13
Zenith – Advances in Space Exploration reveals these latest developments and the implications they hold for all of us.
Zenith - EP. 7
Zenith – Advances in Space Exploration reveals these latest developments and the implications they hold for all of us.
SHOW ME WHERE YOU LIVE - CUBA, Havana, Vetetable Garden CITY
Show me where you live is a documentary series that aims to answer the following question: How can human beings claim ownership to a space so that they can live safely within it, function as a society, and above all be in harmony with the environment around them?As we discover cultures and emblematic populations, we follow Philippe Simay who is at the heart of Inhabiting the World and represents its identity and originality. Philippe takes us on an epic adventure around the Human Habitat and sets the tone for the journey. As a humanist and philosopher, Philippe is a tireless surveyor of the city, and an explorer of living spaces. Determined to travel around the world, Philippe unveils how the populations that he encounters claim the space they occupy, shapes it and adjust to it.In this series of 20 films, of 26 minutes each, the habitat will be a major showcase revealing our capacity to adapt ourselves at a time where we need to find solutions in order to address immense changes.
