NonfictionAs friends and supporters get letters from the Department of Justice, Amanda continues to insist that she has cancer; when charges are filed, Amanda has her day in court.
NonfictionHenry Louis Gates, Jr. meets actors Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard--a married couple who discover that their ancestors had some remarkable similarities. In stories that span continents and centuries, Gates introduces Kristen and Dax to the soldiers, settlers, and criminals who make up their roots, allowing his guests to understand themselves--and their families--as never before.
NonfictionA beautiful young mother is given a devastating cancer diagnosis; her community and church rally around her as she inspires thousands more with a blog, bravely chronicling her journey.
NonfictionAs allegations of sex trafficking and abuse begin hitting Sean Combs in late 2023, they seem at odds with the image Diddy has carefully curated for decades. However, reexamining his early rise to iconic music mogul reveals early signs of trouble.
NonfictionAncient Aliens is counting down ten of history's most astonishing discoveries--breakthroughs that challenge traditional beliefs about human history. From a lost city hidden in the Andes to mysterious metal spheres that are not of this world and a sunken city that was said to be the home of the gods, could these discoveries provide proof of extraterrestrial contact?
NonfictionAs Coach Pitino prepares to face his son, a leader emerges for the Red Storm. In dramatic fashion, Rick returns to a special place that helped launch his career.
NonfictionGuy Fieri's digging into delicious dumplings and traditional beef noodle soup in Dallas. Plus, a funky spot in Naples, FL, is embracing fare like gator sausage and frog legs, and a Chicago joint is serving up lights-out mojo pork with plantains.
NonfictionSome say Cameron Todd Willingham was wrongfully convicted, and the court put an innocent man to death. But Stacy Kuykendall knew Todd better than anyone, and she's convinced that he was a monster who was guilty as charged and deserved to die.
NonfictionAncient Aliens is counting down ten of the most compelling UFO crashes that have been reported across the globe. From an acorn-shaped object that crashed in the woods of rural Pennsylvania, to a mysterious craft that washed ashore in Japan, and an earth-shaking impact in Britain that defies explanation, are these mysterious events proof that our planet has been visited by extraterrestrials?
NonfictionNew faces, new goals, same old intensity from Rick Pitino. Coach reflects on a previous rebuild at Kentucky as an early season classic brings back some painful memories.
NonfictionIn the heart of 'The Fork,' after strange sounds echo in the canyon, Mireya and Biko navigate rapids while tracking a possible hunting party. Bryce gains knowledge from fresh prints, and Russell creates a trap for Bigfoot.
NonfictionNew archaeological finds in Pompeii are revealing that the city, hailed as a sophisticated jewel of the Roman Empire, hid a very dark side. As the evidence unfolds, a much more complex picture of the fated city comes into view. From NOVA.
NonfictionThe three wise men of Top Gear embark on a seasonal road trip as they attempt to recreate a certain famous journey across the Middle East to Bethlehem. They do so in a trio of open top sports cars, each wholly unsuited to the conflict ridden mountains of Southern Turkey, the dangerous warzones of Iraq and the searing deserts of Syria. Along the way they test the limits of mechanical and physical endurance as well as asking the vital question, what exactly is myrrh and where do you buy it?
NonfictionIn this thrilling exploration of the D.B. Cooper mystery, Steve takes to the skies and ventures into the heart of the Cascade Mountain range. Using his unique skill set to investigate one of the most audacious heists in US history, Steve explores D.B. Cooper through a new lens, asking not who D.B Cooper was, but how he could have survived and escaped his perilous jump into a dark and stormy November night. Testing his survival strategies and wilderness knowledge against the same rugged terrain that Cooper faced, Steve challenges everything we thought we knew about the infamous 1971 skyjacking.
NonfictionInspired by the European lifestyle, a newlywed couple relocates from Chicago to Amsterdam. She's transferring her job and wants a quiet neighborhood and a garden, but he isn't working and craves the excitement of the city center's hustle and bustle.
NonfictionInvestigate how an asteroid vanquished the dinosaurs 66 million years ago. Join scientists as they drill into the impact crater and, for the first time, reconstruct the hell on earth that unfolded in the minutes, hours and months after the impact.
NonfictionThe lives of animals and plants are dominated by the sun and fresh water which trigger seasonal journeys. The latest technology and aerial photography enable the Planet Earth team to track some of the greatest mass migrations.
NonfictionAfter a dirty fight, Jefferson wins the presidency against his former friend, John Adams. He spends the next 8 years defining the tenets of the executive office and more than doubling the size of the country.
NonfictionA family of five trades California RV life for their next chapter in Valencia, Spain. Mom is a chef and certified health coach who's going back to culinary school, and Dad will need to give up his job, so making it on her income alone may be a challenge.
NonfictionRecent whistleblower revelations, Congressional hearings and legislation, and global eyewitness accounts suggest the stunning reality of an advanced, non-human presence on Earth. Experts unravel the UFO mystery, challenge assumptions, and present new theories with profound implications for the nature of our reality.
NonfictionAncient Aliens is counting down the world's top ten most mysterious monoliths, from a 500-ton stone believed to represent an ancient UFO, to giant statues said to have been created with advanced technology, and ornate pillars that depict otherworldly visitors. Could these extraordinary standing stones provide evidence of extraterrestrial visitation?
NonfictionIn 1843, Thomas Jefferson is born to one of the most powerful families in the most powerful of Britain's 13 North American colonies. After a privileged upbringing and the finest education, young Jefferson quietly prepares to lead the charge towards a burgeoning revolution.
NonfictionMafia – the deadly crime family that rule New York’s 1920's underworld, versus Yakuza – feared gang lords that dominate the mean streets of 1940's Tokyo.
NonfictionFour carnivorous chefs take on a bold breakfast sandwich and Berkshire bacon in the appetizer basket. Then, the final two chefs are not concerned about how to include bacon in their desserts, but the cruel clock gives them plenty to worry about.
NonfictionAfter vacationing and falling in love with Bucerias, Mexico, a couple decides to search for a home. She wants a house with enough space for family to visit and stay, but he wants a condo with low maintenance.
NonfictionThe blue whale is a perfect symbol for the oceans: the vast blue expanse that dominates our planet while still remaining largely unexplored and mysterious. Yet the oceans are an integral part of our lives. Their influence dominates the world's weather systems. They support an enormous range of life, from the largest whales to the smallest plankton, from hordes of sea birds to lonely, deep-sea fish. All this is governed by a complex system of biological and physical forces. This first episode demonstrates the sheer scale, power and complexity of the 'Blue Planet.'
NonfictionSteve journeys to Oregon's remote ranches to investigate the baffling mystery of cattle mutilations. Drawing on his understanding of the natural world and a hunter's perspective, he examines whether predators, scavengers, humans, or an unknown force is behind these surgically precise deaths.
NonfictionAfter the tragic loss of his wife, Jefferson is sent to Paris where he thrives personally and politically. While there, he begins an entanglement with an enslaved teenager that will shape the next 40 years of his life. Upon his return to the U.S., President George Washington appoints Jefferson as the country's first Secretary of State where he finds himself in a bitter rivalry with the Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton.
NonfictionWith Nancy and Detective Martinez on the case, the IRS takes an interest in Amanda's story, tracing the money that came through Amanda's website and subpoenaing years and years of Amanda's medical files.
NonfictionIn this year's Top Gear special, Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May set out to boost the British economy by embarking on a trade mission to India. Equipped with three old British cars and a range of uniquely British products, they set off on an epic road trip across one of the world’s most fascinating and challenging countries, devotedly promoting Britain with distinctly mixed results.
NonfictionHero types and deeds, movie heroes, dragons, dreams and Jungian psychology, consciousness in plants, Gaia, Chartres cathedral, spirituality vs. economics, emerging myths, "Earthrise" as a symbol.
NonfictionJeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May are dropped deep in the Bolivian rain forest armed only with three shabby 4x4s which they bought from the local small ads for a maximum of 3500 a piece. What follows is set to be their most extraordinary journey to date as they attempt to drive from the heart of Bolivia to the coast of Chile, encountering local drug lords, the debilitating effects of high altitude and the terrifying sheer drops of the infamous Death Road along the way. But before all that, they've got to escape from the deep, dark centre of the rain forest in what is without doubt the toughest and most unmissa
NonfictionWhen 37-year-old Lee Rotatori is found dead in her hotel room in 1982 with a single stab wound to the heart, police suspect the work of a professional. It will take four decades to identify her killer and, in the process, reveal a shocking truth.
NonfictionLiving most of the time on the road in their RV, a couple's using an inheritance to find a place near the beach in Melbourne, Florida. They're looking for a hub where they can rest and store their gear, and now David's on the hunt for the perfect spot!
NonfictionThe world's biggest car program is back with a brand new, two-part special in which Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May take three V8-engined sports cars on a grueling 1600 journey through the spectacular landscapes of Patagonia.
NonfictionIn part two, Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May continue in their quest to take three V8-engined sports cars on an epic journey through Patagonia to the southernmost city in the world. Along the way they encounter stunning landscapes, mechanical meltdowns and torturously unpaved roads before a terrifying turn of events brings their adventure to a heart-stopping climax.
NonfictionPresident Clinton's past statements come home to roost as Independent Counsel Ken Starr sends the Republican-led House his referral outlining the grounds for impeachment.
NonfictionSome of the best evidence for the reality of UFOs is the secrecy itself. What can we learn from the decades-long coverup about the nature of the phenomenon? How can we move forward in a field where so much of the relevant data is classified? And what could a better understanding of these mysteries reveal about the secret potential of humanity?
NonfictionA beaver smells something strange, chickens run on wet concrete, a boy runs for his life from a flock of seagulls, a horse becomes the first motion picture, a squirrel defies gravity, a horse joins the dinner table, a bear fights an inflatable reindeer, a golden retriever and little girl have a secret language, and a dog steals a pacifier.
NonfictionDavid Attenborough reveals the extraordinary ways in which animals battle to survive the elements in a world of extremes - places where life exists on a knife edge. From mountain summits to scorching deserts, polar tundra to deep underground caves, these remote places are rarely visited, yet the animals that survive there are some of the most resilient and specially adapted on Earth.
NonfictionIn one of the most spectacular and incredible Top Gear road trips ever attempted, the boys head to Vietnam, aiming to travel the entire length of the country in just eight days, thereby achieving what the American military failed to do in 10 years.
NonfictionA family looks to renovate their home to create more room for visiting grandparents. Ben and Erin take on the task of a dream guesthouse renovation, but disaster strikes when they soon encounter major, unforeseen issues.
NonfictionThis series chronicles the saga of the American West, tracing the lives of a diverse cast of characters, from explorers, soldiers and Indian warriors to settlers, railroad builders and gaudy showmen, who share their stories in their own words, through diaries, letters and autobiographical accounts. The West has always been a land of myth. Across two million square miles of the most spectacular landscape on earth, the original Native American inhabitants linked their creation stories to majestic mountains, pristine rivers, searing deserts and silent forests. This had been their home, as the Kiowa said, since the time long
NonfictionRussell Dermond’s body was found in the garage of his lakefront mansion. His wife was found dead, floating in the water. One key piece of evidence is missing.
NonfictionA military lawyer looks to move back to Laurel to be closer to his family. Inspired by Hemingway's house in Key West, he wants a diamond-in-the-rough Craftsman that he and his dad can work on, while Ben and Erin tackle an intimidating kitchen and a study.
NonfictionAs the Fellowship uncovers more of the mysterious structure in the swamp, artifacts within it suggest it could be a vault with a compelling history.
NonfictionHenry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the family trees of celebrity chefs José Andrés and Sean Sherman--two men who have combined culinary skills with profound humanitarian goals. Traveling from Spain to Native American lands in the Dakotas, Gates explores where these qualities came from, revealing that the ancestors of José and Sean have hidden connections to key moments in history--and to food.
NonfictionAfrica's species who live there - from forest elephants to spectacular lowland gorillas, sea-going hippos and the largest concentrations of mandrills ever recorded.
But Gabon is an embattled paradise, surrounded by war-torn nations and rampant exploitation of natural resources. Fortunately, a dedicated group is determined to preserve Gabon's natural riches, with an unprecedented, 10,000-square-mile network of national parks unlike anything Africa has ever seen. Now, with breathtaking wildlife imagery captured by National Geographic, witness the inspiring campaign to save an irreplaceable Last Eden! Narrated by Glenn Clos
NonfictionA rare front row seat to the debate that ended Joe Biden's career and the minutes before Donald Trump arrived in Butler. Our team boards Trump Force One and gets unprecedented backstage access to Trump's 2024 campaign for President.
NonfictionIn the swamp, the team uncovers a previously unknown structure remarkably resembling a container. And after weeks of chasing the elusive Chappell Vault, the Fellowship hits a void deep in the Money Pit.
NonfictionRoman Reigns is the preeminent WWE Superstar of his generation and on his way to becoming one of the greatest champions in the modern era of sports entertainment. Despite his success, Reigns' journey has been filled with adversity around every corner. As a son of a WWE Hall of Famer and a member of the vaunted "Samoan Dynasty," it appeared Joe Anoa'i was destined for the ring. However, his mindset was focused on the football field and a future in the NFL. When a rare form of leukemia put an end to that dream, the WWE beckoned and Joe transformed into Roman Reigns. While the company saw a main event Superstar, fans could ne
NonfictionYears before they brokered one of the biggest deals in music history--the 2014 sale of Beats Electronics to Apple for $3 billion--Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine navigated very different environments towards destinies that would, ultimately and improbably, bring them together. Dre's story began in Compton, CA, where his fascination with dance music, DJ innovations and sound brought him into contact with Eazy-E, Ice Cube, DJ Yella and MC Ren. Together, they would become the core of the 1980s gangsta-rap supergroup N.W.A. A native of Red Hook, Brooklyn, Jimmy gravitated to music following an indifferent academic career, and with a
NonfictionSee the world's first MRI scan of a great white shark as Ultimate Shark reveals the extreme engineering and predatory abilities of one of nature's most near perfect predators. Hear firsthand accounts of people who survived harrowing encounters, including a surfer who was bitten on the arm and leg, towed by the surfboard ankle strap and miraculously escaped only with minor injuries. National Geographic demystifies the true motives and power behind their behavior.
NonfictionThe thriving capital of Greece sprawls out from the foot of its magnificent Acropolis. We'll tour the must-sees of ancient Athens: the Parthenon, Agora, and amazing National Archaeological Museum. We'll take the fast-paced pulse of the modern city, but waste no time getting to my favorite side-trip destinations: the ruins of the mystical oracle at Delphi and a fast boat to the romantic, traffic-free Isle of Hydra.
NonfictionA 50-year-old woman is found dead in her home. All that's left behind is a note that reads, "Chase me." But when detectives uncover the killer, they quickly discover they have come face to face with a remorseless psychopath.
NonfictionDiscover the wildlife of Transylvania, one of the world’s most iconic places and a mystical land beyond the forests hiding some of Europe’s last true wildernesses. Its soaring Carpathian Mountains and vast ancient forests provide sanctuary for some of Europe’s most charismatic animals - wolves, bears and lynx. History, folklore and nature create a special blend of wild magic in Transylvania.
NonfictionGuy Fieri's diving into killer culinary and cocktails. In San Antonio, TX, a Mexican spot is going over-the-top with scratch-made torta ahogada, and a funky spot in Brunswick, GA, is serving up fried chicken and creative cocktails in a hidden speakeasy.
NonfictionThe story begins in 220 million years BC when ancient reptiles ruled a land dominated by desert. One group of reptiles in particular is about to take over the world.
NonfictionAfter decades in the shadows, UFOs are being studied seriously. Are they weather balloons, optical illusions, secret military technology? Or something else? Follow scientists as they try to unravel the mystery of the strangest objects in our skies. From NOVA.
NonfictionToday on the show, guest anchor Bianna Golodryga is joined by Yaroslav Trofimov, the Wall Street Journal’s chief foreign affairs correspondent, to discuss President Trump’s call with President Putin, and the potential for peace talks that exclude Ukraine. Then, Bianna speaks with Alexander Gabuev, director of the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center, about how this is playing out in Moscow. Next, former Palestinian negotiator and senior fellow at the Washington Institute Ghaith al-Omari joins the show to discuss Trump’s plan to “take over” Gaza, and how Egypt and Jordan are responding. After that, Quinta Jurecic, senio
NonfictionOn February 14th, 1929, one of the most shocking murders in mob history goes down in Chicago--and becomes known as the Valentine's Day Massacre. The 20s and 30s are full of gangland murders, but the Valentine's Day Massacre is considered the most brutal, and the toughest to solve. So who carried out the Valentine's Day Massacre? And why?
NonfictionWe journey deep into the abyss to see strange creatures, many of which are new to science. Including terrifying fish with massive teeth that eat prey twice their size and weird jellyfish that flash in the darkness. Deep sea sharks never filmed before are revealed along with submerged mountain ranges and volcanoes far larger than anything on land.
NonfictionInvestigating China's rule over Tibet. With footage from inside the region, how the Communist regime controls Tibet's Buddhist population, and the battle over the succession of its spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama.
NonfictionWhile the team continues to hunt down the legendary Chappell Vault in the Money Pit, new structures are uncovered in the mysterious swamp that strengthen a developing theory.
NonfictionRenee wonders why her brother, Ricky, targets her. Thankfully, her oldest brother, Ronnie, protects her and keeps Ricky in check. After years of his cruelty, they’ve had enough of him and fight back. That’s when Ricky plots his revenge.
NonfictionIt's the ultimate test of man against machine - or should that be dog against machine - as the Top Gear team set out on one of their most ambitious and arduous challenges ever. Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond take part in an epic land race starting in the town of Resolute, Northern Canada, finishing 450 miles later at the Magnetic North Pole.
NonfictionA.I. tools like ChatGPT seem to think, speak and create like humans. But what are they really doing? From cancer cures to Terminator-style takeovers, leading experts explore what A.I. can--and can’t--do today, and what lies ahead. Miles O’Brien investigates how researchers are trying to transform the world using A.I., hunting for big solutions in fields from medicine to climate change.
NonfictionJeremy Clarkson subjects the Skoda Yeti to a remarkably thorough road test and James May makes a rare visit to the test track in the insane Aerial Atom V8. Meanwhile, Richard Hammond celebrates the incredible evolution of the Porsche 911 by racing a modern Turbo Cabriolet against its oldest relative and the power of gravity. Stand up comedian John Bishop is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.
NonfictionAfter a fall from grace, fiercely talented and award-winning investigative journalist Eileen Fitzgerald leaves her high-profile New York life behind to join a daily metro newspaper in Anchorage.
NonfictionWhen we look at the world at the tiniest scales in the subatomic realm, things get weird - very weird. Take a wild ride through the quantum world, from the discoveries that reveal its strange rules to the amazing technologies it unlocks--with more powerful possibilities to come.
NonfictionHenry Louis Gates, Jr. helps musician Rubén Blades and journalist Natalie Morales uncover their roots in Latin America, revealing secrets that their ancestors went to great lengths to conceal. Traveling from Puerto Rico to Columbia to Brazil, Gates and his guests recover long-lost family stories--meet heroes and villains--and celebrate the virtue of accepting one’s relatives whoever they may be.
NonfictionWith Clarkson in a Volkswagen Up, Hammond in a Ford Fiesta and May in a Dacia Sandero, the trio embark on a long road trip to the Ukraine. When the hosts arrive in Kiev, they receive a truly fearsome challenge: to complete their journey by driving through Chernobyl! Also in this episode, Jeremy Clarkson is testing the Zenvo ST, a Danish supercar with 1086 horsepower. And finally, the “Star in a Reasonably Priced Car” welcomes back singer James Blunt, who attempts to beat his own lap time out on the track.
NonfictionWith the slight relaxation of control by the government of Myanmar, Tony is finally able to explore one of the most fabled and beautiful areas of Asia.
NonfictionJeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond travel to Florida in order to prove that a fly-drive holiday would be more fun if you bought a car instead of renting one. Having picked up some wheels for no more than $1,000 each, the boys embark on an epic road trip to find out who got the best deal, encountering heat, flies and some very angry locals along the way.
NonfictionDr. Cori Stephen is a rural mixed animal veterinarian tending to the animals of a close-knit community in the woods of central British Columbia. She brings a wealth of knowledge to keeping rural animals healthy, from dogs to horses to domestic pigs with toothaches. In Saskatoon, Dr. Allison Hay is learning the ropes of running a busy urban clinic while finding the time to mend a mangled fox.
NonfictionGuy Fieri's setting his sights on seafood and creative comfort. First, Stephanie Izard's Chicago joint is putting out elevated diner fare like Szechuan biscuit sandwiches. In Florida, Guy finds gangster gumbo, off-the-hook etouffee and a righteous Reuben.
NonfictionAfter cutting ties with Death Row Records and Suge Knight, Dr. Dre starts Aftermath Records, (an imprint under Interscope) and discovers Eminem, producing him to international success. Though Jimmy Iovine and Dre continue to produce a top-tier roster of talent, structural changes in the music industry force them to innovate their business model, leading to the creation of Beats Electronics and their flagship product, Beats By Dr. Dre.
NonfictionOptimism abounds when the Fellowship returns to Smith's Cove and finds evidence of work that could finally uncover the legendary flood tunnels and lead them directly to the Money Pit.
NonfictionImagine breaking a rib just by coughing or having an internal organ turning to bone. These are just two of the many life-threatening challenges faced by Jake Grys and Holly Pullano, two people with extraordinary genetic bone disorders. Jake is a spirited 9-year-old boy who has broken practically every bone in his body, and Holly is a 28-year-old whose muscles and tendons can turn to bone after the slightest impact. Using advanced animation, National Geographic travels inside Jake's diminutive frame to discover what make his bones so brittle and explores Holly's inner workings to find out how organs can turn into bone, p
NonfictionAfter honeymooning in Maui nine years ago, a Seattle couple has always fantasized about living on the Valley Isle. Now that a recent job transfer has made their dream come true, they're hoping to find a home in sunny Kihei.
NonfictionAre we truly alone in the Universe? Ancient Astronaut theorists propose that descriptions of sky gods and star beings might reflect real encounters with extraterrestrial visitors in the remote past. Could this be true? Follow experts Giorgio Tsoukalos, William Henry, and Jason Martell as they sift through the series archives of "Ancient Aliens" to uncover in-depth descriptions and portrayals of these entities from Egyptian, Sumerian, Chinese, Mesoamerican, and Native American traditions. Could the evidence reveal these beings to be... ancient astronauts?
NonfictionWith harder drugs bigger paychecks and the Manson murders the once neighborly music scene began to shift. In spite of it all a new wave of troubadours came in and continued to captivate those beyond their rustic home.
NonfictionAussie singer-songwriter leaves Nashville behind to find inspiration on the Rock River in Oregon, IL. She's looking for an island retreat with room for gardening, and her dad has traveled halfway around the world to make sure she picks the right home.
NonfictionIn 1965, Operation Rolling Thunder roars across the skies over North Vietnam and the first U.S. ground troops land in the South. American soldiers are outnumbered in the Ia Drang Valley, the first major battle of the war.
NonfictionMarty and members of the team travel north to a Viking settlement, and uncover more evidence that may connect descendants of the Vikings to the Knights Templar. And back on Oak Island, new clues suggest Lot 5 was a place of worship.
NonfictionJohn Oliver discusses the mechanics of union busting, and why the companies who do it face so few consequences; plus, John checks in on the insurrection—the story that kicked the year off wrong.
NonfictionHenry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the family trees of talk show host Joy Behar and actor Michael Imperioli--two Americans whose roots stretch back to small towns in Calabria, Italy. Joy and Michael’s families lived in these towns for centuries, but their stories were lost on the journey to America. Gates reveals the challenges that their ancestors faced--and overcame--on both sides of the Atlantic.
NonfictionCaution: contains explicit language. Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May embark on a road trip across Australia’s Northern Territory. The trio sets out on an adventure that takes in crocodile infested rivers, a race around a vast open cast mine, and an encounter with the world’s longest truck. Also in this episode, Kiefer Sutherland is the “Star in a Reasonably Priced Car” segment.
NonfictionGuy Fieri's going globe-trotting for gangster grub while staying stateside. He's getting a taste of lights-out lasagna Bolognese in Naples, FL, a funky fresh take on shrimp and grits in Tallahassee, FL, and the-bomb braised chashu pork buns in Chicago.
NonfictionJapan is a paradox. The low birthrate, the dedication, the conformity, and the life of a salary man are well known. There is also a competitive and rigid culture that gives way to some unique subcultures. Bourdain has traveled to Tokyo countless times, but on this trip he is in search of the city's dark, extreme, and bizarrely fetishistic underside.
NonfictionIn the first part of The Putin interviews, director Oliver Stone begins his interviews with Russian President Vladimir Putin by presenting his biography. Putin explains his childhood, educational background, and ultimately gives extensive details about his improbable journey navigating through the Russian government. The emergence of "Putinism" and the strained relationship between Russia and the United States are also discussed.
NonfictionFour fearless chefs take on an auction before each round to determine their fourth ingredient. Things get interesting in the appetizer round when the chef who scores the most enviable auction item ends up struggling with a basic basket ingredient.
NonfictionFeaturing a suspended fireplace in front of floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the untouched open fields of Norway, this architecturally stunning house offers the luxury of modern living and the peace of being far away from the rest of the world.
NonfictionGuy Fieri's digging into dishes that begin with great dough, starting with savory venison sopes in Minneapolis. Then, in Missoula, MT, a pizza spot is slinging artisan pies like meatball verde, and a funky joint is serving up flavorful vegan doughnuts.
