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Shock

2022 Medicine

To maximize longevity, you might think it’s best to play it safe and stay cozy. But some scientists believe we should do the opposite, as exposure to extreme temperatures can trigger our bodies’ own defenses against the killer diseases of old age. Chris heads for the freezing Arctic with his brothers Liam and Luke to take on the ultimate cold ... therapy. Show More

Series: Limitless with Chris Hemsworth

Rat in a Maze

2020 Culture

In 1979, law enforcement is thrilled when the East Area Rapist attacks abruptly stop in Northern California. But in reality, the East Area Rapist had only moved 400 miles south, to commit a number of gruesome murders in the Santa Barbara area, where he would become known as the Original Night Stalker. Michelle McNamara ultimately came up with ... the name 'Golden State Killer' cause he terrorized up and down the state.
Michelle starts to write a true crime book that would transcend the genre because the way she humanized all of the victims. Show More

Series: I Will Be Gone In The Dark

Revolution

2019 History

Rasputin is gone, but Nicholas II continues his catastrophic policies in war and at home. When Nicholas goes back to military headquarters, he is in fact leaving control of government, exactly when Russia needed to be held together by its Czar. The war by this time is deeply unpopular. It's not only unpopular, it's also arguably the engine th ...at's causing enormous economic crisis, that's causing general unrest. Deprivation pushes the population from unrest to revolution. Show More

Series: The Last Czars

Faking It

2020 Nature

Reese Witherspoon explains the world of female Macaques, who use sexually ways to ensure their baby monkeys will grow up with strong male protectors. These females have helped to shape one of the most caring primate societies on earth.

Series: Fierce Queens

Sly

2023 History

Oscar-nominated actor, screenwriter, director, and producer, Sylvester Stallone has entertained audiences for nearly half a century. This revealing documentary offers an intimate and inspiring glimpse into his life, featuring sincere, previously unreleased interviews and extensive archival footage. It explores his journey from humble beginnin ...gs to Hollywood stardom, drawing parallels between his personal underdog story and the legendary characters he's played in blockbuster franchises like 'Rocky', 'Rambo', and 'The Expendables'.
This film not only highlights Stallone's remarkable career but also provides a deeper understanding of the man behind the unforgettable roles. Show More

The Stingray: Part one

2022 Culture

In the fifth episode we will see from counterfeit Beanie Babies to very real tax crime. One person wonders if could make refunds in the name of dead people. It turns out that it can.
We will also see an attempted fraud by two hackers to the IRS: the United States federal agency in charge of tax collection. These skilled hackers revisit c ...yber schemes that landed them in the sight of law enforcement. Show More

Series: Web of Make Believe: Death Lies and the Internet

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