Food, Adventure & Travel

Go back in time to our earliest hunter-gatherer beginnings all the way to the future of seed storage and food production.

Doctors, chefs and nutritionists weigh in on how changes in diet can positively affect health and longevity.

By 2050, 70% of all humans will live in cities. How will we deal with this urban explosion and the colossal problems it will generate?

The underground world is a largely unexplored universe. Find out what goes on in the subterranean world of our planet Earth.

EAT ME (OR TRY NOT TO) is a six-part series that explores how global iconic food brands shape our world and where we’re headed.

Investigating mankind's insatiable necessity to move faster and further; for pleasure, for work, to explore, to survive.

In a mountainous region best known for pandas and earthquakes, there are no roads, no cars, no buses. But there is ... a train. We tell the story of the last working narrow gauge steam railway in China.

Every winter, ice roads are built across hundreds of miles in Canada's far north, connecting frozen rivers and lakes, and stretching up to the very northern tip of the country by the Arctic Ocean. For the people living in secluded villages these “ice highways” are vital for the transport of goods.

A risky expedition along thoroughfares that harbor mortal danger for those who use them or live on them.

Industry and globalization have been preoccupied with technologies that allow us to travel faster. However, due to technological advancements, our means of transport have become more and more inefficient, more harmful to the environment. It’s time to revolutionize the way we travel.

In our new series with @My Name Is Andong, we’re exploring how to eat like different legendary figures from history.

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.

Engineer and adventurer Rob Bell climbs aboard some of the world’s fastest theme park rides and discovers how these rides affect our bodies

This is the story of Hamburg, Germany, one of the biggest harbors in the world. It is the story of merchants and pirates, of immigrants and soldiers. We start almost 800 years ago and cover the history and economic changes of the world reflected in Hamburg's development into the port of today.

La Sagrada Família – although still under construction in Barcelona – is a cathedral without any flaws. Almost 100 years after his death, experts are convinced that Gaudí was a mathematical genius and that each embellishing ornament of the Sagrada Família actually serves an architectural purpose.

From NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory to Silicon Valley, from Hollywood to Haight-Ashbury, famous Californians tell the story of their state

Bali – The dream destination for tourists from all around the world. When Bali comes to mind, one may think of the dream-like beaches, wild jungles, volcanoes, lush rice terraces, captivating temples, and of course - yoga!

Most visitors to the UK head for London, maybe Stonehenge or ancient cities, but for its tiny size, the UK has surprisingly rich and diverse wild places, and wildlife, hidden from view unless you seek it out.

Once considered to be the poorest region of the Soviet Union, Turkmenistan is one of the most closed-off countries in the world. Today, oil and gas have made the country wealthy.

An evolutionary journey from the cosmos to the supermarkets, from Nature’s chefs—flowers and fruits—to Michelin star culinary artists.

Borneo is one of the most biodiverse places on Earth—the island home to an unparalleled abundance of life. From the world’s oldest tropical rainforests to enormous cave systems, the island’s varied and extreme habitats have fueled the evolution of the most bizarre, enigmatic wildlife on our planet.

For centuries, roads enabled exploration, trade, and travel. But the world's most treacherous roads hold great dangers: even death.

An international team of scientists venture into the virtually unknown interior of Antarctica to explore a lake buried 3,600 feet beneath the ice.

Dive beneath the surface to explore rare species, geological wonders and unique ecosystems in Germany’s and Austria’s most stunning lakes.

Follow three iconic trains as they travel the length of New Zealand and discover the nation’s diverse and dramatic landscapes.

Even in times of globalization, some things remained different in the land of the rising sun. Despite all the hectic activity, the latest technology, and the mega-metropolis Tokyo, you can still feel the meaning of tradition that seems to have survived even in times of globalization.

Railway engineers conquered nature, excessive heights, and treacherous terrain to build the World's Most Dangerous Railway Lines.

Africa, one of the most iconic and diverse continents, from mountains to marshland, deserts to coastlines and grasslands to jungles, packed with some of the most loved, impressive, and dramatic wildlife on the planet – where would you begin your bucket list adventure?

Discover an unexpected side of Iran. Hamid Said, a famous black musician in Iran, is traveling by motorbike across the province of Hormozgan to organize a concert with the best black musicians in the country.

Most of southeast Asia's 2.3 billion residents live in large cities. How will we design and build future cities as the population grows?

Legally blind filmmaker James Rath explores accessibility, technology, and what it’s like to truly travel without barriers.

Adventurer Francesca Chiorando travels the globe, discovering the world's most challenging places and uncovering fascinating stories.

YouTube stars Josh and Cody are on a mission—traveling around the world in search of the most spectacular abandoned locations on the planet.

Travel worldwide as we meet the legends and revisit major milestones from the early days of motor racing through the present day.

Join a group of action sports-loving friends as they travel to all corners of the planet and push the limits of human flight.

Urban Explorers Josh and Cody discover amazing abandoned places and hidden treasures in beautiful and lively cities around the world.

In Thailand’s Kui Buri National Park, endangered elephants roam alongside rare bovines, hornbills, gibbons and more. Discover a vibrant ecosystem where wildlife conservation meets innovation—creating a successful model for sustainable park management in Southeast Asia.

In 1950s Havana, glamorous nightlife masked deep inequality. As American mobsters and celebrities thrived, Cubans suffered under Batista’s corrupt rule—fueling the revolution that led to Castro’s rise and Cuba’s historic break from U.S. influence.

Discover Québec’s craft beer scene through three distinct microbreweries and their approach to ingredients, brewing and branding.

Go behind the scenes with the drivers and pit crews fighting for victory at the Total 24 Hours of Spa GT3 race in Belgium.

Author and conservationist, Tim Winton, celebrates the secrets and wonders of Ningaloo—one of the Earth's last truly wild places—where the Australian desert meets the sea and many endangered species find refuge.

Johan Ernst Nilson travels from the North Pole to the South Pole on a 525-day expedition spanning more than 20,000 miles. Using skis, dogsleds, boats, bikes and kites, he combines adventure with environmental awareness and visits charities along the way.

Steven Raichlen fires up a global journey through live-fire cooking, teaching you how to turn backyard grilling into a culinary adventure.

Explore the diverse history and culture behind beloved Latin American dishes—and how the food and culture continue to evolve.

Steven Raichlen explores how we grill today and tomorrow, exploring eco-friendly seafood, next-gen tools and all-day grilled meals.

Host Tamee Harrison takes viewers inside top California bars to meet mixologists crafting unforgettable cocktails with flair and creativity.

Chef Joe Gatto shows how to make favorite foods completely from scratch—meat, cheese, bread and all.

Discover the people, grapes and passions behind Canada's wine country in this playful, vino-fueled documentary series.

Host Tamee Harrison takes viewers inside top California bars to meet mixologists crafting unforgettable cocktails with flair and creativity.

Photographer Jefferson Graham visits stunning destinations worldwide, sharing tips for taking pro-quality travel photos by smartphone.

Host Holly Baker helps buyers choose vacation homes and maximize rental income in top destinations.

Get fired up for Steven Raichlen's hot guide to smoking food. From brisket to seafood, learn bold ways to turn fire and smoke into flavor.

2.000 rivers and streams dig deep into the underground and transport their water into reservoirs or "Germany's Wild Amazon", the Wupper. These forests and rivers, together with heathlands and moors, are home to a diverse fauna.

Pan Am was the most famous airline in the world—and it stood for the American way of life. It soared to incredible heights, then crashed hard. Three decades after its demise, the Pan Am "myth" lives on. This is a story of technical feats, daring pioneering deeds and great challenges.