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In the three centuries following the death of Jesus Christ, religious scholars and writers debated the true meaning of his life. Eventually the early Christian church settled on the four Gospels of the Bible -- Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. But there were numerous other texts that were laid aside, determined by the early church to be untrue or heretical. Most Christians have never heard the stories told in these long-forgotten documents -- until now.
- 2 Science of Surveillance
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Explorer takes viewers into the disturbing world of surveillance technology and scans the latest and future technologies used to even spy on the private lives of citizens. From London's CCTVs to infra-technology equipped helicopters that search the streets of New York City, the documentary shows the inner workings of these surveillance systems.
- 3 The Witchcraft Murder
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When the mutilated remains of a young child were pulled from the River Thames on September 21, 2001, one of the most complex, bizarre and high profile murder investigations in criminal history began. All that remained of the tiny boy was a torso. His head, arms and legs had been removed with chilling precision and his body had been drained of blood.
Date de diffusion : 2005-02-07
- 4 Inside Shock and Awe
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Target: Saddam Hussein's Baghdad. Mission: unleash a bombardment so massive that it destroys the enemy's will, yet kills as few people as possible. Using spectacular exclusive imagery and CGI, National Geographic Television & Film investigates the planning and execution of Shock and Awe, putting it into historical perspective and looking to the future of warfare. Inside Shock and Awe will deconstruct the bombing campaign that launched Operation Iraqi Freedom. In the most intense bombardment in history, 800 missiles were launched in two days - more than twice as many as were dropped during the six weeks of Gulf War I. Yet the bombing was carried out with surgical precision, minimizing "collateral damage". Amazingly, there has been no detailed inside look at what happened during those 48 hours in March 2003. We'll get an inside view of the technology that allows overwhelming firepower to be accurately targeted, and investigate how exotic missiles, like the thermobaric "bunker busters," work. At the same time, we'll put the Shock and Awe campaign into the context of history's most dramatic bombardments - from the catapults and trebuchets of the Romans, to the firebombing of Dresden. And we'll provide a unique, exclusive look at what was going on in Baghdad during a bombardment that was designed to destroy peoples' wills, while saving their lives. This controversial campaign was part of a new approach to war, based on the latest technology and a modern-day concern for human life. NGT&F was in the middle of this awesome watershed in the history of warfare, and now has the insight and access to provide a comprehensive investigation into the planning, execution and outcome of this amazing military feat.
Date de diffusion : 2005-02-14
- 5 Tiny Humans: The Hobbits of Flores
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In an extraordinary discovery that made front page headlines around the world, scientists uncovered evidence of a race of "hobbit-sized" prehistoric species on a remote Indonesian island. A full-grown adult would have been as tall as an average three-year-old child today. Most amazing of all, researchers believe this ancient race lived at the same time as modern humans, sharing the earth for at least 80,000 years. "Explorer - Tiny Humans: The Hobbits of Flores" delivers the world's first in-depth documentary of this groundbreaking find that could to rewrite the textbooks.
Date de diffusion : 2005-03-07
- 6 Hogzilla
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Summer 2004. Stories are circulating in the swamps of southern Georgia, USA about a huge and terrifying wild boar lurking in the woods. Local resident Chris Griffin encounters the animal and kills it. After taking a photograph, he buries the hog. Within weeks, stories of 'Hogzilla' rocket around the world via the Internet. Chris' 12-foot-long, 1000-pound wild hog becomes international news. But was this giant pig a hoax, or was it real? In 'Hogzilla', National Geographic Television & Film travels across the globe looking at the evolution and behavior of hogs and their interaction with humans. In the UK, the recent demand for wild boar meat has lead to increased hog production for food. The escape of some of these hogs from a farm in the UK however, has apparently led to a rebirth of the species in the wild. In Berlin, wild boars are invading people's homes. In China, hog farmers are feeding hogs with the aim of increasing their size as much as possible, creating their own 'Hogzillas'. Back in Georgia, hog experts dig up Chris Griffin's giant hog in a bid to discover its secrets. In the process, they create some interesting theories about how Hogzilla came to be and conclude that this monster may have been a product of man's own doing.
Date de diffusion : 2005-03-09
- 7 Surviving Maximum Security
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Lisa Ling gets rare access to California Sacramento State Prison where one-third of the inmates are serving life sentences, and violence, rape, and gang warfare are part of everyday life behind bars.
Date de diffusion : 2005-03-25
- 8 Violent Earth
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This special gives a harrowing look at a planet experiencing more destructive natural disasters with each passing year. Join tsunami scientist Jose Borrero of the University of Southern California on his trip to visit Banda Aceh with a National Geographic film team, barely one week after the December 26, 2004, tsunami. From visiting areas affected by the stunning 2004 tsunami in southeast Asia, to investigating the massive fault threatening Istanbul, "Violent Earth" gets to the bottom of some key questions. Is Earth getting more dangerous? What can we do to protect ourselves? Where and when will the next mega disaster strike?
Date de diffusion : 2005-04-22
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In the three centuries following the death of Jesus Christ, religious scholars and writers debated the true meaning of his life. Eventually the early Christian church settled on the four Gospels of the Bible -- Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. But there were numerous other texts that were laid aside, determined by the early church to be untrue or heretical. Most Christians have never heard the stories told in these long-forgotten documents -- until now.
- 10 Collapse
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NGC takes a forensic look at the chain of events leading up to some of the world's most fatal structural disasters, including the worst structural failure to take place in the U.S. prior to 9/11. Read more: http://channel.nationalgeographic.com/series/explorer/2219/Overview#ixzz0dopXfCRX
Date de diffusion : 2005-09-13
- 11 Pyramids of Fire
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The pyramids of Americas were built more than 2,000 years ago by a people who vanished long ago. Little is known about these builders and the purpose of the pyramids has been a mystery until now. Were they temples to the gods or sacrificial altars?
Date de diffusion : 2005-10-04
- 12 Nightmare in Jamestown
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The excavation of a 17th Century fort reveals a grisly struggle for survival against hostile Indians; disease; Spanish spies; the worst drought in 500 years; and hunger so extreme settlers may have resorted to cannibalism.
Date de diffusion : 2005-11-11
- 13 Super Chopper
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The latest "super choppers" are one of an advanced breed of machines - built to fly fast and silently to places helicopters could never go before, even to the reaches of inner space. One such "super chopper," known as EH101, has been touted as a breakthrough technological achievement. New designs like the EH101 will also be much more impervious to attack, with Kevlar and other advanced composite materials strengthening the body - while keeping it lightweight. Using live action, re-creations, amazing archival footage and advanced CGI, we marvel at the creation of today's "super choppers" - extraordinary multi-purpose helicopters for the twenty-first century.
Date de diffusion : 2005-11-28
- 14 Super Snake
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At more than 30 feet long, today's giant snakes are as big as they've ever been. But how big can giant snakes grow?
Date de diffusion : 2006-01-06
- 15 Mysteries of Survival
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A cross-country skier stranded in the mountains, a miner lost in the scorching Sonoran Desert, a hiker in trouble in the Adirondacks wage desperate struggles to survive. Who will make it -- and why?
Date de diffusion : 2005-10-10
- 16 Drowning New Orleans
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A great American city drowns in a slow-motion disaster. Eyewitness accounts and never-before-seen footage deconstruct the disaster, revealing how 250 billion gallons of water flooded the Big Easy and destroyed more than 150,000 homes. Follow the water from first strike to total deluge and discover the real story behind New Orleans' catastrophe. The most destructive disaster in U.S. history wasn't Hurricane Katrina. It was the chain of events that followed.
Date de diffusion : 2006-05-30
- 17 Elephant Rage
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Elephants are usually docile herbivores, but authorities say wild elephant attacks are increasing. Why? The Pittsburgh Zoo's "Elephant Whisperer" Willie Theison brings uncanny insight into their complex minds. In West Bengal, India, he teams up with a courageous "Elephant Squad" in a dangerous mission to relocate problem populations farther away from human beings. In Sri Lanka, Theison and local wildlife officials track down an elusive problem elephant that has been attacking villagers.
Date de diffusion : 2006-06-13
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Part sub killer. Part terrorist hunter. Part spy. It's among the deepest and longest running nuclear attack submarines ever built. The Navy has kept its secrets under lock and key. Until now. Explorer travels the globe to bring viewers the story of the newest, most advanced member of the U.S. nuclear-powered submarine force, the USS Texas
Date de diffusion : 2006-06-20
- 19 Inside The Real NCIS
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They solve murders, catch spies, and prevent terrorist attacks. They are one of the most revered law enforcement agencies on the planet, and one of the least understood until now. Go behind-the-scenes with the federal agents of the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS). With re-enactments, on-location footage and interviews with agents, re-examine the agency's most challenging case - the bombing of the USS Cole - and see how the NCIS is staying one step ahead of the terrorists.
Date de diffusion : 2006-05-30
- 25 Science of Surveillance
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Explorer takes viewers into the disturbing world of surveillance technology and scans the latest and future technologies used to even spy on the private lives of citizens. From London's CCTVs to infra-technology equipped helicopters that search the streets of New York City, the documentary shows the inner workings of these surveillance systems.
- 27 Outsmarting Terror
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Explorer highlights the latest high-tech tactics that are intended for use against the terrorists of today. The documentary examines their effectiveness in ensuring the safety of the country from enemies with the means to deploy an extreme range of weapons.
Date de diffusion : 2006-05-31
- 31 Ultimate Bear
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The polar bear, brown bear, and black bear each can weigh more than 1,000 pounds, outrun an Olympic sprinter, and take out prey with a single swipe of the paw. Deconstruct these bioengineering marvels to learn the secrets of maximum bears.
Date de diffusion : 2006-08-30
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With three-inch canines and claws like switchblades, big cats are capable of taking down fleet-footed antelope or two-ton elephants. From Africa to India, you'll discover the ultimate engineering and ambush tactics of lions, tigers and leopards.
Date de diffusion : 2006-09-20
- 35 World's Most Dangerous Drug
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Methamphetamine is one of the hardest drugs to quit. Its abuse is ravaging rural communities and cities alike. NGC correspondent Lisa Ling goes inside this global epidemic to find out what makes meth so addictive and destructive.