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Lifestyle, Travel & Adventure

VEGAS WHALES TALES

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They are the Vegas Whales — and they have a special folklore all their own. More than mere fish stories, their accounts represent the weird desires, excessive demands and quirky twists of fate that only come with enormous wealth and the willingness to stake it all on a roll of the dice or a turn of the cards. Using dramatic reenactments and lively location footage set in and around the glittering casinos of Las Vegas, we’ll spin tall tales of the famous and the infamous — the kind of strange [...]
STURGIS

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“Sturgis”: It’s one of the wildest weeks in America. Every year, like barbarian invaders, half a million bikers swarm to the small town of Sturgis, South Dakota. Learn about the thrills of biker culture, and witness first-hand one of the country’s longest-running motorcycle rallies. Premiered on National Geographic Channel, USA.
IT COULD HAPPEN TOMORROW

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Explore how major disasters are someday likely to befall major population centers. Hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes and tsunamis –all poised to someday wreak havoc on our cities. New York City devastated by a hurricane? San Francisco shattered by a massive earthquake? These are mind-boggling events that would kill thousands of people and cause billions of dollars in damages. Archive footage, scientific analysis, powerful re-creations and expert interviews support these stories of what could happen when we are at the mercy of natural forces. Premiered on Weather Channel, USA.
ENVY

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ENVY is a non-stop celebration of beautiful women, cool diversions and exotic locations. Hosted by the stunning and hilarious Hayley Verlyn, ENVY travels across the globe – London, Miami, Las Vegas, Mexico, Iceland and more – for an insider’s look at the best the world has to offer. Premiered on WealthTV, USA.
DEMOLITION DYNASTY

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View the work of the Loizeaux family – often referred to as the “First Family of Implosions.” Explore the science behind how a building is imploded and how explosives work to bring them down; how the Loizeaux family has earned four Guiness World Records for their implosions and handled such unusual requests as realizing a Hollywood version of an implosion and blowing up sports arenas; and the intricate plans behind blowing up seven of the original Las Vegas hotel-casinos in just 8 years, including the Desert Inn’s Augusta tower which [...]
BILLION DOLLAR DISASTERS: Survivors’ Stories

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Combining human emotion with science, and profiling the harsh realities of our earth’s extreme climate conditions, BILLION DOLLAR DISASTERS reveals the perils of man versus weather. Relive the catastrophic eruption of Mount St. Helens, the destruction caused by Hurricane Andrew, the deadly catastrophe of the Venezuelan Mudslides and more. Premiered on Discovery Channel, USA.
WORLD OF WEALTH

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WORLD OF WEALTH is the only series focused on the philosophy of money and affluence. Combining interviews with leading newsmakers, personalities and business visionaries, with history, humor and a global canvas, we paint a unique picture of privilege. Episode topics include the global culture of affluence, the media business, and the process behind new product launches. Premiered on WealthTV, USA.
TOKYO SHOCK BOYS

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The world-famous group of stunt-lovers, the Tokyo Shock Boys, travel from festival to festival across Japan and explore strange and surprising rituals in the process.
SAMURAI SPORTSMAN

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East meets West in this comedic cultural twist on reality TV! In each episode, Yoshi Yamamoto – a modern-day Samurai – works closely with legends of outdoor sports in an attempt to master activities including off-road motorcycling, bareback riding and steer wrestling. Through Yoshi’s eyes we experience the pleasure that life in the outdoors can bring to the world. Premiered on OLN, USA.
SAMURAI SPIDER

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Spiders have all the techniques to make them legendary warriors: stealth, speed and a killer instinct. The people of Kajiki, in Southern Japan have harnessed these skills to create one of the world’s strangest martial arts – the combat sport of spider fighting. If you thought spiders were creatures to be feared, wait until you see the clash of Japan’s Samurai spiders! Premiered on National Geographic International.
JULIAN AND CAMILLA’S WORLD ODYSSEY

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Julian and Camilla are young travelers who document their journey around the world. Avoiding the usual tourist traps, they seek out the heart of each culture they visit. From getting ripped off by opportunistic locals to hanging out with Mexican rebels, this series will make you laugh and cry… without ever having to grab your passport.
GHOSTS OF THE NILE

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The life-giving force of the Nile River is the essence of both ancient and modern life. Take a modern voyage of discovery through the mystical, ancient land of Egypt. Traveling along the mythic waters of the Nile, GHOSTS OF THE NILE offers unique access to Egypt’s most renowned archeological sites. Premiered on WealthTV, USA.