Enter the hidden worlds among the branches of five of Africa's most iconic trees. A majestic baobab uses its hollow trunk to store water in case of drought; while in Botswana, the flamboyant sausage tree seduces pollinators with its bright flowers and oversized fruit. Prepare to be startled by the incredible animal activity they inspire--some never before seen on film. … [Read more...] about Rooted
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Space Disasters
The tragic launch rehearsal that nearly ended the Apollo Moon Program. The Mir Space Station collision of 1997. The re-entry failure of Space Shuttle Columbia. Each NASA and Soviet space mission is a high-stakes project with an ever-present risk of failure. This series pays tribute to the bold men and women who put their lives on the line in order to get a foothold in the … [Read more...] about Space Disasters
Henry VIII and the King’s Men
To many, the legacy of King Henry VIII begins and ends with his six wives. But remarkable though his marital history is, it is not what defines him. Just as influential were the men who surrounded him before and during his 37-year reign as King of England. Join host Dr. Tracy Borman as she reveals the story of Britain's most famous monarch and how his male advisors, ministers, … [Read more...] about Henry VIII and the King’s Men
Tomb Hunters
Archeologists are astonished about a breaking discovery in Egypt generating unprecedented headlines around the world. In Saqqara, just outside of Cairo, buried 36 feet deep, an incredible 27+ sarcophagi were recently found. Untouched and unopened for over 2,500 years, they retained their original color. Deemed as one of the most remarkable sites found in recent history, … [Read more...] about Tomb Hunters
The Curious Life and Death of…
Author and medical historian Dr. Lindsey Fitzharris will use science, tests, and demonstrations to shed new light on famous deaths, ranging from drug lord Pablo Escobar to magician Harry Houdini. Using her lab to perform virtual autopsies, experiment with blood samples, interview witnesses and conduct real-time demonstrations, Dr. Fitzharris will put everything about these … [Read more...] about The Curious Life and Death of…
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