In each episode, Rowe visits unique individuals and joins them in their respective undertakings, paying tribute to innovators, do-gooders, entrepreneurs, collectors, fanatics-people who simply have to do it. This show is about passion, purpose, and occasionally, hobbies that get a little out of hand.
Vida follows "two Mexican American sisters, Emma and Lyn, from the Eastside of Los Angeles who couldn't be more different or distanced from each other. Circumstances force them to return to their old neighborhood, where they are confronted by the past and shocking truth about their mother's identity.
She is witty, she is fearless, she is Dabung Girl! Meet your new friend, a Superhero, who inspires girls to find the hero within, and boys to perceive the superhero in girls around them. However, unlike other superheroes, who come and save the day, Dabung Girl encourages children to find the solutions!
Comedy duo Jake Hurwitz and Amir Blumenfeld explore topics that, as adults, they ought to know more about. In each episode they go into the field to interview an expert on the subject and return to their studio to re-cap what they have learned.
Since its defeat in WWII, Japan became a world economic power at lightning speed, and underwent an unprecedented economic boom in the mid-1980's, known as the "bubble economy." However, after the bubble burst, the Japanese financial system has continued to slowdown. This series sheds light from an economic angle how the Japanese people have lived during the 70 years since World War II.
Prof. Eggtop's Extraordinary Experiments! is 10 episodes of science, adventure, surprises and most importantly FUN!!! Gerald is an alien that was found by Prof. Eggtop and his twin brother many years ago! A meteorite landed on Earth and the two scientist brothers went to investigate. What they found was an alien, guinea pig looking, cute furball! Prof. Eggtop wanted to keep Gerald safe and return him to his home planet of Mars. His brother wanted to do experiments on him, so they split and Gerald became Prof. Eggtop's pet! And Prof. Eggtop's brother became the evil Dr. Poacher!! Gerald really likes to eat popcorn! But when he does he gets really big, so Prof. Eggtop tries to keep it away from him. Otherwise, Gerald will wreak havoc on the city of Brisbane!
Paige Murtaugh is connecting the world, one dish at a time! Travelling from country-to-country, she learns a culturally important recipe from the locals of one country, then travels to her next destination and cooks it for locals there, before learning a new dish from them and continuing on her epic relay!
A fascinating journey through the history of the Celtic culture, following the trail back to pre-Roman times when the Celts were regarded as the masters of Europe. The appeal of being a Celt has rarely diminished over the centuries. Their leaders were men and women of legend - King Arthur of the Britons, the Warrior Queen Boudicca, and Vercingetorix the Gaul. However few people understand who the Celts actually were or what their true legacy is. This powerful series cuts through the romanticism and clichéd images to give a true picture of Celtic culture. Presenter Richard Rudgley follows the trail back to pre-Roman times, looking into every aspect of Celtic life to show how they adapted to change.
This observational documentary series follows a genuine beginners’ class in stand-up comedy, taught by veteran comedian Rob McHugh. Ten students embark on a life-changing and hilarious quest to transform from curious novice to emerging comedian.
The New Environmentalists share a common goal - safeguarding Earth's natural resources from exploitation and pollution, while fighting for justice worldwide. The activists in this series are recipients of the Goldman Environmental Prize.
Biographer A.N. Wilson uncovers the intriguing personal life of Queen Victoria through her journals and letters in this psychological portrait of Britain's longest reigning monarch. With Queen Victoria's writings read by Anna Chancellor.
Bees and butterflies play an important role in the pollination of plants and the production of crops for human and animal consumption. The buzzing of the bees and the vibrant colours of butterflies are the staples of the tranquillity and raw beauty of the countryside – a place which beguiles the eyes and calms the soul. But with the hustle and bustle of modern day life, we tend to neglect the microscopic worlds embedded within our own; the symbiotic relationship between their worlds and ours.
Documentary following joint police and paramedic fast response units, with both emergency services travelling together in one high-performance vehicle.