I think we all know what a documentary is. It’s long, in-depth analysis of a noun.
From DW Documentary. Lithium is an essential raw material for electric car batteries. Europe is completely dependent on imports. Demand is so high that plans are now underway to develop Europe’s own lithium deposits. But can this be done sustainably? The expansion of electromobility has made lithium a raw material of strategic importance. Global demand…
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From DW Documentary. Since 2006, Mexico’s drug war has claimed over 400,000 lives, and more than 125,000 people still missing. The cartels’ influence can extend to the country’s institutions, leaving ordinary people trapped in fear and without trust in those meant to protect them. Watch the full documentary “Mexico: War of the drug cartels” on…
From “Rare Earth”. ( YouTube / Nebula ) I have a show in Toronto called Generator and it rocks. Comedians who are funny, musicians who make great noises, and some of the world’s most impressive scientists, artists, and humans of all types. There really is nothing else like it and if you’re in the city…
From DW Documentary. An increasing number of Indonesian imams are calling on the faithful to protect nature and save the world. This new movement preaching environmentalism originates in one of the largest mosques in the world, in Jakarta. But just how credible is this movement? And how effective? Fatwas against logging, sermons about safeguarding the…
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From DW Documentary. Spain’s housing crisis: How Ángela Mendoza could turn evictions into a lucrative business model. Spain is in the grip of a massive housing crisis and unauthorized settling sharply on the rise. Ángela Mendoza has found an unconventional way to return apartments back to the their owners. Mendoza used to be a flamenco…
From DW Documentary. They eat and reproduce at record speed – calico crayfish. In its quest for more information about the species, this report finds tens of thousands of crayfish in just one pool along the upper Rhine River. Can this invasive creature still be stopped? The last remaining habitats of amphibians and dragonflies are…
From National Geographic. Explore the real-life stories of the men and women who inspired The Long Road Home as they face the challenges of putting their lives back together. Heroes of the Long Road Home with Martha Raddatz | S1, E1 Watch More Heroes of the Long Road Home with Martha Raddatz here on Disney+:…
From National Geographic. Explore the real-life stories of the men and women who inspired The Long Road Home as they face the challenges of putting their lives back together. Heroes of the Long Road Home with Martha Raddatz | S1, E1 Watch More Heroes of the Long Road Home with Martha Raddatz here on Disney+:…
From DW Documentary. The hunt for the assets of the former East Germany’s ruling party has the hallmarks of a thriller. There are dubious characters, bags of cash, and key witnesses who suddenly die. At its heart is the question: How do you stash away 6 billion marks? After the fall of the Berlin Wall,…
From National Geographic. Join National Geographic in this Hostile Planet season 1 MEGA episode and travel around the globe to learn about how animal species survive in the world’s toughest environments. Featuring full episodes: Mountains Only the toughest animal species can endure the extreme weather, scarce food and limited oxygen available on the Earth’s highest…
From National Geographic. Join National Geographic in this Hostile Planet season 1 MEGA episode and travel around the globe to learn about how animal species survive in the world’s toughest environments. Featuring full episodes: Mountains Only the toughest animal species can endure the extreme weather, scarce food and limited oxygen available on the Earth’s highest…
From DW Documentary. It’s been almost 10 years since the Brexit referendum, when the UK voted to leave the European Union. After six prime ministers – including currently serving Keir Starmer – the country still struggles with the aftermath. Many voters now regret their decision to leave the EU and accuse pro-Brexit advocates like Boris…
From NOVA PBS Official. See how ingenuity and teamwork keep the crew alive and doing science 250 miles above Earth. Official website: https://to.pbs.org/4nLYHCO | #novapbs Imagine a place where more than 280 people have defied Earth’s gravity, risking their lives to do science 250 miles above us. Here, on the International Space Station, unexpected challenges…
From DW Documentary. Around the world, extreme fires have been on the rise since the turn of the millennium. In 2023 alone, 26 million hectares of forest were burned. Scientists and indigenous communities are both searching for ways to stop the destruction. In many parts of the world, fires were once a natural phenomenon. Periodic…
From National Geographic. Travel to Central America to discover how new evidence unearthed in Mexico’s Yucutan is transforming long held ideas about the growth of the Maya civilization. The Rise and Fall of the Maya | S1, E2 Explore the World with National Geographic subscriptions: https://natgeo.com/ytngmagazine ➡ Subscribe: https://on.natgeo.com/4p5A0D6 ➡ Get more Nat Geo Full…
From National Geographic. Travel to Central America to discover how new evidence unearthed in Mexico’s Yucutan is transforming long held ideas about the growth of the Maya civilization. The Rise and Fall of the Maya | S1, E2 Explore the World with National Geographic subscriptions: https://natgeo.com/ytngmagazine ➡ Subscribe: https://on.natgeo.com/4p5A0D6 ➡ Get more Nat Geo Full…
From DW Documentary. Brandon Scott, a young black politician, was elected mayor of Baltimore in 2020. It was a turbulent time: the city’s crime rate was high, and there were mass protests in response to the police killings of George Floyd and other Black Americans. Scott, a reformer and idealist, grew up in Baltimore at…
From National Geographic. Paid content for @PepsiCo. How can agriculture work together with nature? Join National Geographic photographer Rena Effendi as she travels to Brazil and meets with a local farming family to learn ways they are creating a more sustainable farm. From planting trees along with crops to mimic natural forest systems to improving…
From National Geographic. The five families of New York City continue to run the American mob with an iron fist, a million scams, and a booming resort town named Atlantic City. The gambling mecca is overseen by the Philadelphia mob, which answers directly to New York. But when an old school Philadelphia don named Angelo…
From National Geographic. The five families of New York City continue to run the American mob with an iron fist, a million scams, and a booming resort town named Atlantic City. The gambling mecca is overseen by the Philadelphia mob, which answers directly to New York. But when an old school Philadelphia don named Angelo…
From DW Documentary. Many women feel unsafe in public spaces, whether on streets, at train stations, or in parks. The danger they face overwhelmingly comes from men: Ninety-five percent of sexualized violence in public spaces is committed by them. Yanni Gentsch was jogging in a forest in Cologne when she suddenly noticed a stranger filming…
From National Geographic. In the search for Cleopatra’s tomb, the discovery of an ancient port could bring Nat Geo Explorer Kathleen Martinez and Nat Geo Explorer at Large Bob Ballard one step closer to solving the mystery. #CleopatrasFinalSecret is now streaming on @disneyplus and @hulu. Explore the World with National Geographic subscriptions: https://natgeo.com/ytngmagazine ➡ Subscribe:…
From DW Documentary. Every year, millions of people around the world get sick from invasive fungal infections. Treating them can sometimes take months, or even years. The problem is that fungi are versatile organisms that can adapt quickly to our medications. This is made even worse by the fact that the same medications are indispensable…
From NOVA PBS Official. Dive into how Earth’s weirdest microbes could help us spot extraterrestrial life with marine biologist Peter Girguis. What do deep-sea microbes and Martian “leopard spots” have in common? Marine biologist Peter Girguis thinks they might both hold clues to finding life beyond Earth. In this episode, he joins Hakeem for a…
From DW Documentary. Each year in Germany, more than half a million people are diagnosed with cancer. But the disease is no longer necessarily a death sentence. Medical advances and ideas for new therapies offer fresh hope to those affected. Jeppe was just three years old when he was diagnosed with a particularly severe form…
From National Geographic. Not yet ready for spooky season to end? Join National Geographic and explore some of the most haunted locations around the world in this Atlas of Cursed Places MEGA episode. Featuring full episodes: The Curse of West Virginia Sam arrives in West Virginia to study the curse of the Mothman, but things…
From National Geographic. Not yet ready for spooky season to end? Join National Geographic and explore some of the most haunted locations around the world in this Atlas of Cursed Places MEGA episode. Featuring full episodes: The Curse of West Virginia Sam arrives in West Virginia to study the curse of the Mothman, but things…
From DW Documentary. Only 10% of global transplant needs are met, that’s why scientists are exploring xenotransplantation, the use of animal organs for humans. Some countries have switched to “opt-out” donation systems, where everyone is a potential donor unless they say otherwise, but studies show that policy changes alone aren’t enough. Real progress also depends…
From National Geographic. HSI follows a car transporting meth. CBP finds drugs in secret vehicle compartments in El Paso and seizes looted Ukrainian antiquities at JFK. To Catch a Smuggler | S8, E4 Watch more To Catch A Smuggler on Disney+: https://on.natgeo.com/4kXh3j6 Explore the World with National Geographic subscriptions: https://natgeo.com/ytngmagazine ➡ Subscribe: https://on.natgeo.com/4p5A0D6 ➡ Get…
From National Geographic. HSI follows a car transporting meth. CBP finds drugs in secret vehicle compartments in El Paso and seizes looted Ukrainian antiquities at JFK. To Catch a Smuggler | S8, E4 Watch more To Catch A Smuggler on Disney+: https://on.natgeo.com/4kXh3j6 Explore the World with National Geographic subscriptions: https://natgeo.com/ytngmagazine ➡ Subscribe: https://on.natgeo.com/4p5A0D6 ➡ Get…
From National Geographic. Archaeologists in Egypt’s necropolis of Saqqara unearth the first silver burial mask found in almost a century and uncover clues to a little-known goddess. Kingdom of the Mummies Compilation | S1, E202 Watch more Kingdom of the Mummies on Disney+: https://on.natgeo.com/3Ky57r3 Explore the World with National Geographic subscriptions: https://natgeo.com/ytngmagazine ➡ Subscribe: https://on.natgeo.com/4p5A0D6…
From National Geographic. Archaeologists in Egypt’s necropolis of Saqqara unearth the first silver burial mask found in almost a century and uncover clues to a little-known goddess. Kingdom of the Mummies Compilation | S1, E202 Watch more Kingdom of the Mummies on Disney+: https://on.natgeo.com/3Ky57r3 Explore the World with National Geographic subscriptions: https://natgeo.com/ytngmagazine ➡ Subscribe: https://on.natgeo.com/4p5A0D6…
From “Bright Sun Films”. ( YouTube / Nebula ) For decades, Walt Disney World once had a tropical oasis in the middle of the Vacation Kingdom, their own zoological attraction that was beloved by guests and employees alike. However by the late 90’s, the company had shuttered it for good and instead of demolishing it…
From NOVA PBS Official. Astronauts and Mission Control relive terrifying moments during construction of the ISS. Official website: https://to.pbs.org/4oidgyQ | #novapbs Witness an unprecedented feat of engineering: the construction of the International Space Station, a habitable space lab hurtling around Earth at 17,000 mph. Every step of this ambitious project unfolds against the backdrop of…
From DW Documentary. Since the Republic of Moldova was granted EU accession candidate status in 2022, the long-forgotten region has once again become the focus of geopolitical power games. While the Moldovan capital Chişinău tends to pursue a more pro-European course, many people in Transnistria cling to Russia – despite problems like Transnistria’s deep poverty.…
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From National Geographic. A down-on-his luck farmer develops a unique bond with a wounded white stork as he nurses the bird back to health. Explore the World with National Geographic subscriptions: https://natgeo.com/ytngmagazine ➡ Subscribe: https://on.natgeo.com/4p5A0D6 ➡ Get more Nat Geo Full Episodes: https://on.natgeo.com/3V5ZfHI ➡ Get wild with Nat Geo Animals Full Episodes: https://on.natgeo.com/3V2EOLO And check…
From DW Documentary. The combat school in the rainforest. It‘s one of the toughest training programs run by the Foreign Legion. In the 3rd Regiment, legionnaires and the special units of friendly armies are trained under particularly harsh conditions. The soldiers camp in the rainforest, food is rationed and there are no sanitary facilities. Unconditional…
From National Geographic. A challenging start to training sees students face their first high-speed bombing dives, leaving one student reconsidering their future. Top Guns: The Next Generation | S1, E1 Watch More Top Guns: The Next Generation here on Disney+: https://on.natgeo.com/472DwXR Explore the World with National Geographic subscriptions: https://natgeo.com/ytngmagazine ➡ Subscribe: https://on.natgeo.com/4p5A0D6 ➡ Get more…
From NOVA PBS Official. Ancient bones reveal that early Homo sapiens and Neanderthals didn’t just coexist. 📺 Watch the full episode, "Human: Neanderthal Encounters": https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/video/human-neanderthal-encounters/ 📰 Stay up to date on the latest science discoveries, full episodes, articles, videos, and more by signing up for NOVA’s newsletter here: https://to.pbs.org/4brCC7Y 🛍️ Shop official NOVA 50th anniversary…
From DW Documentary. Shepherds in the Alps have been guiding their sheep through the mountains for 6,000 years. They have to climb 3,000 meters and cross rivers and glaciers. Known as Alpine transhumance, this tradition has been recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. With 1,400 sheep, Markus and his colleagues make the…
From DW Documentary. Many children and teenagers spend hours every day on Instagram, TikTok or other platforms. More and more families and schools are setting clear boundaries to counter the constant distraction of social media. Studies have linked excessive smartphone use to depression, anxiety, and difficulties concentrating. This documentary follows several families and schools that…
From NOVA PBS Official. Find out why deadly flash floods are on the rise and how we can protect ourselves from them. Official website: https://to.pbs.org/3Jicrae | #novapbs The deadly flash floods in Texas over the 2025 Fourth of July weekend were just the latest reminder of an alarming new reality: Once-rare "superfloods" are striking with…
From National Geographic. Secrets of Tutankhamun Technology reveals the hidden secrets of Tutankhamun’s treasures, and a team on the search for Tutankhamun’s lost quarry makes a surprising find. Mysteries of the Sphinx The Great Sphinx is one of the world’s most iconic monuments. Archaeologists decode its mysteries and explore the role of Egypt’s mythical beasts.…
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From NOVA PBS Official. These monkey bones showed that early humans could thrive in the rainforest. Scientists once thought that rainforests and hunting small game were too challenging for early Homo sapiens. Animal bones found in Sri Lanka suggest otherwise. 📺 Watch the full episode, "Human: Journeys": https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/video/human-journeys/ 📰 Stay up to date on the…
From National Geographic. On Oct. 15, 2025, world-renowned mountaineer Jim Morrison entered the history books as he skied down the Hornbein Couloir, long considered the most elusive and challenging route in ski mountaineering. This record-breaking achievement will be featured in an upcoming National Geographic Documentary feature film which is currently in production with Oscar- and…
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From DW Documentary. Ruth Bopp has been suffering from an incurable lung disease for years. She can no longer breathe freely. A donor organ is finally found. The film shows the beginning of her new life. Her struggle, her happiness, and her setbacks. Ruth Bopp will never forget October 20, 2023. At 3:50 a.m., the…
From National Geographic. An event in Sweden in the 17th Century creates a hysteria driven by terrified parents convinced witches are abducting their children. Witches: Truth Behind the Trials | S1, E5 Watch more Witches: Truth Behind the Trials on Disney+: https://on.natgeo.com/4mLlGNz Explore the World with National Geographic subscriptions: http://natgeo.com/ytngmagazine ➡ Subscribe: https://on.natgeo.com/4p5A0D6 ➡ Get…
From DW Documentary. Sexual violence is a well-known weapon of war. One that is deployed against men, as well as women. The enemy is not killed, but destroyed nonetheless. In this documentary, men from Ukraine, Congo and Bosnia break their silence. Most male survivors of sexual violence remain silent. So the perpetrators get away with…
From National Geographic. Dive into the world’s greatest underwater myths and legends in this National Geographic MEGA EPISODE of Drain the Oceans! This special pulls the plug on the planet’s most mysterious bodies of water to reveal what lies beneath. Featuring full episodes: Egypt’s Sunken City Existing only in legend, an ancient Egyptian city lies…
From NOVA PBS Official. Neuroscientist Erich Jarvis reveals that his lab’s groundbreaking work could be moving closer to the possibility of engineering vocal learning (aka the ability to talk) in other species. Erich Jarvis is a neuroscientist investigating the mysteries of speech and vocal learning through groundbreaking research on birdsong and brain evolution. As a…
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From NOVA PBS Official. Inside the Tunnel of Bones, a macabre Neanderthal mystery unfolds. In life, this Neanderthal family from Northern Spain struggled as their species declined. In death, bone evidence shows they became food for another Neanderthal group. 📺 Watch the full episode, "Human: Neanderthal Encounters": https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/video/human-neanderthal-encounters/ 📰 Stay up to date on the…
From National Geographic. 75 BCE, Spartacus rises from enslaved gladiator to rebel leader, defying the Roman empire and sparking a legendary uprising that shakes the Republic to its core. Gladiators: Warriors of the Ancient World | S1, E1 Explore the World with National Geographic subscriptions: https://natgeo.com/ytngmagazine ➡ Subscribe: https://on.natgeo.com/4p5A0D6 ➡ Get more Nat Geo Full…
From DW Documentary. Sexual violence and misogyny are part of everyday life for many women in India. But an increasing number are breaking the silence and fighting for respect and their rights – with words, music and physical strength. Activist Usha Vishwakarma trains women in the art of self-defense. Many members of her “Red Brigade”…