Only a few years ago science fiction, today reality: private companies send astronauts, tourists and technology into space. The competition for technical supremacy in space has begun. This film shows the complicated dynamics between public and private interests in the "New Space".
Two men raised on the streets of Buffalo New York's east side change their lives—and the lives of others—by dedicating themselves to healing the harm caused by poverty and addiction in their community.
Music educator and pro musician Marty Schwartz talks with experts about the science of how music affects our emotions, brains, and bodies.
This talk is given by Amy Leonard of Georgetown University.
These stories of courage capture the beauty of high school sports—on and off the field. See the real reasons why we laugh, why we cry, why we sweat and why we dream.
The Paterson Healing Collective has been working to reduce shootings in the New Jersey city since 2020. This is the story of the work they do and the lives they touch.
The Amazon's "beating heart" trees, which pump out billions of tons of water vapor, are vital to the Earth's environmental balance. What if this phenomenon vanishes? It's a scientific race to uncover the climate impact and address human responsibility.
The magical landscapes of Wales’ ancient forests and rugged shores are famous for myth and legend. But the wildlife of Wales have extraordinary stories of their own. To survive the unpredictable, wild weather they must show what is known locally as “the dragon’s spirit.”
The spectacular and surprisingly unorthodox biography of Carbon, the most misunderstood element on Earth. Accompanied by unique animations and celebrated scientists, including Neil deGrasse Tyson, Carbon reminds us of our humble participation in the most extraordinary story in the universe.
An unprecedented archaeological discovery of hundreds of sacrificed children in Peru unlocks the secrets of one of the most powerful and mysterious civilizations in South American history.
State-of-the-art technology meets archaeology! This 4-part series will shed light on the past with a level of detail never seen before.
The Great Pyramid of Giza is the last of the world’s Seven Ancient Wonders, but the Ancient Egyptians built more than 100 pyramids. Discover why these seven are so exceptional.
This talk is given by Steve Brusatte of University of Edinburgh.
Explore wines and wine regions in this new series.
For the first time in history, NASA’s Parker Solar Probe has pierced the Sun’s corona and is orbiting above its surface. Scientists have a front-row seat to better understand the sun and predict huge solar eruptions that can cause serious damage when they hit Earth.
2018, Gjellestad, Norway. Archaeologists made the discovery of a lifetime: a 20-meter long, 1200-year-old Viking funeral ship. Who is hiding in the grave? Is Gjellestad one of the oldest Viking settlements? What can this coffin tell us about the daily lives, beliefs, and traditions of the Vikings?
With new state-of-the-art tools and technologies that include curious underwater vehicles and hydrodynamic modeling, scientists have hope of better understanding the threats to coral communities while finding the source to restock reefs worldwide.
Past, Present, Future explores cutting edge technologies and traces them back to their historic origins.
These are the Innovators, explorers, and incredible minds that pursue progress… at any price.
We cover the biggest topics and headlines through the eyes of economists to help you become more knowledgeable about how the world works.
Famous pilots talk about their stories in the cockpit.
Listen in as pilots share firsthand accounts of their close calls in the cockpit.
Military pilots talk about their experiences in the cockpit.
Spend one day with four women across America to see the issues they battle daily.
