What propelled the construction of higher and higher buildings? Which technologies made the discovery of the oceans possible? How are gravity defying bridges designed? What will the future of the aircraft industry be? Combining bluechip photography with innovative CGI, all set in spectacular locations across the world, this documentary series highlights the history of human ingenuity.
Damian Barr interviews the biggest names in fiction, non-fiction and poetry from across Scotland, the UK and the world, before a live audience of literature lovers.
Today, fresh evidence uncovered by archaeologists and professional investigators using modern technological methods is revealing new historical surprises. On this fascinating journey, we will explore history's most interesting enigmas.
UnCabaret pushes comedy to the edge! The Hollywood Reporter calls the legendary show that launched the alternative comedy movement "A radical comedic conspiracy...outrageously funny!" Each show features established stand-up performers, special musical guests and some of the brightest new talent from shows like SNL, Chelsea Lately and Curb Your Enthusiasm. Episodes are taped at the weekly live showin a swanky little club in Downtown Los Angeles. At UnCabaret the acts keep it real, telling the awesome truth.
Love, lust and murder: Ah, the finer things in life -- if you're a member of the "Casanova Killers" club. They seduce their victims with devilish good looks, irresistible charm, and all the right moves. From the outside, they look like fantasies come true but each true tale is one of passion gone lethally wrong.
Only have 24 hours and a big idea? Our experts help homeowners transform a neglected space into a thriving sanctuary - and all they need is a day! No need for construction, sawdust, or a massive demolition, watch as they reshape their client’s spaces in record speed, with innovation and a little elbow grease. From home offices to living rooms, say “goodbye” to old and “hello” to beautiful design!
Iro, an exuberant young ninja, has one big dream: to become THE Chop Chop Ninja. There is no higher achievement for a ninja! Is he ready for it? Not even close. Does he want it? More than anyone. Will getting there be fun? Absolutely! Along with his three friends and classmates at the Academy, Jo, Neeko and Tetsuo, Iro protects his island home from a steady onslaught of treacherous and not so treacherous villains, and protects the mysterious Medallion from the clutches of Magic Master, in hopes of proving that he deserves the legendary title of CHOP CHOP NINJA.
"Melting Pot" is a quirky travel show hosted by Hawaii’s top stand-up comedian and local boy, Kenny Kusaka, that explores the unique food, culture, and history that make Hawaii one of the most coveted destinations on Earth.
The show takes a look at some of the unseen heroes from a variety of different departments and specialised areas working at the the Royal Derby Hospital to find out more about the real people behind the roles.
#WASHED is a coming-of-age dramedy series based in Dallas, Texas about a group of conflicted millennials feeling the pressures of adulthood. In the midst of a quarter-life crisis, they find themselves at a crossroads, too old to be dreamers but young enough to accomplish their youthful desires.
They run a multimillion dollar hunting gear business, they live on 55,000-acres of land in Louisiana and they have their own reality show. Move over Robertson family, there's a new redneck royal family in town.
Nearly 75,000 women enter American prisons annually and as many as 10 percent of them are pregnant at the time of their incarceration. In most prisons, the babies are separated from their mothers immediately following birth. A few penitentiaries, however, offer programs that allow the women to raise their children inside of a maximum security prison. This show goes inside the Wee Ones Program at the Indiana Women's Prison, following several inmates at various stages of the program as they navigate the volatile prison environment while raising their babies. "Babies Behind Bars" also profiles staffers -- including tough-love guards and inmate nannies -- who help care for the newborns.
Three long-term unemployed families on benefits will each be given a cash lump sum of £26,000 upfront (the current maximum amount of benefits given in a year to most families) in return for signing off. Will the families have what it takes to escape the benefit trap and start a business or get a job? Or will they just blow the lot?
Recounts and analyses great lies that have changed the course of history. An edifying examination of wide scale disinformation and cunning deceptions with serious geopolitical, historic and human consequences. Between an investigation and a forensic analysis. The biggest bluffs in our history.
Beyond Boundaries is a Reality TV series produced by 'Diverse Bristol' for BBC Two. Each series follows a team of adventurers with disabilities as they take on some of the toughest expeditions on the Planet under the guidance of ex-SAS Major Ken Hames.
The Face is an American reality television modeling competition series. The show is hosted by Nigel Barker, who was a previous judge on America's Next Top Model for seventeen seasons. The series follows three supermodel coaches, Anne Vyalitsyna, Lydia Hearst-Shaw, and Naomi Campbell as they compete with each other to find 'the face' of ULTA beauty, one of the fastest growing beauty retailers in the United States. The series premiered online on February 1, 2013. It premiered on television on February 12, 2013, on Oxygen.