World Leaders & Politics

An original series that tells the often unknown stories of the men and women who have defined America and its place in the world.

An artistic, spiritual adventure to the Vatican heritage site, where religion, politics, arts and science meet...and new, untold secrets are revealed. Through 3D and CGI, watch archeologists, art restorers and palaeographers reveal the true history of this architectural masterpiece.

Torch-lit marches down Main Street... at first glance, images like these conjure up some of America's darkest moments. But this wasn't the Klan. These black-clad torch-bearers were the Wide Awakes: a para-military political machine that some say delivered the presidency to Abraham Lincoln.

Conscious Capitalism is a new twist on the system that fuels wealth and industry in America and for many countries around the globe. Thought leaders, along with the leaders of two corporations — Whole Foods Market and Waste Management — give us an insider’s look at the new face of capitalism.

Six hundred years ago, English King Henry V overcame impossible odds to lead his men to victory over the French on the fields of Agincourt. Shakespeare's Henry V is the ultimate leader -- his words echoed by the likes of JFK and Reagan, Churchill and Obama, Clinton and Bush.

Come with us on a journey to the past as we re-visit Europe's forgotten dictatorships.

The story of the faith of mankind. The five biggest religions’ origins and traditions, their festivals, and the challenges they face today.

It took an extraordinary set of circumstances to bring Abraham Lincoln to the White House. Violence in the streets... and in the U.S. capital. Dueling Newspapers. An unpredictable election with four main candidates, and an obscure frontier lawyer destined for greatness.

Before they led America through national crises, Presidents Abraham Lincoln, Franklin Roosevelt and Lyndon Johnson were all transformed by personal trauma. Historian Doris Kearns Goodwin reveals the all too human men who became legends.

Danielle Allen explores the bold minds and historical circumstances that resulted in one of the greatest political writings in history.

Forget the textbooks! These 8 fast-paced episodes reveal the funny, disturbing, weird, but always interesting bits of history.

Just over 30 years ago, the Soviet Union ceased to exist. The once-mighty world power splintered into 15 independent states. Which of these are successful today, and what role does Moscow still play? This presentation chronicles what has happened since the dissolution of the USSR.

Take an exclusive look behind Russia's gas monopoly as the dubious facade of the secretive energy giant, Gazprom, is revealed.

Turning points in history often hinge on one decision. We look at moments in history where one decision changes everything.

The US and China are in fierce competition. Others are catching up. How can we survive—and even thrive—in a globalized world?

For centuries, diamonds have been symbols of power. Maharajahs, Kings, Queens and Emperors made them emblems of royal authority. Today they are still synonymous with wealth and status. Buy one and you buy its history too. For better or for worse, they dazzle us with their power.

Investigate the motives, methods and minds of assassins while exploring the most famous, unique and unusual assassinations of our time.

A worldwide investigation into the bizarre vanishing of Bitcoin’s mega-billionaire creator, the secretive “Satoshi Nakamoto.” Why did the man—and it appears it was indeed a man—disappear only 26 months after releasing Bitcoin to the world on January 3, 2009?

Crossroads in our History where the world swings one way or the other. With spectacular reconstitutions created by 3D modeling specialists.

Witness the French Revolution as never before — the fall of the world’s most powerful monarchy and the revolt that tore apart a nation.

Our views of 20th century history have been shaped by popular beliefs and myths. But what if the truth was slightly different?

This special program, which celebrates America's diverse and rising Hispanic and Latino population, includes a roundtable of influential Hispanic voices discussing the current state of important community affairs.

International correspondent Jason Bellini forms connections with everyday individuals in their moments of bravery and despair.