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JUNE 2015
MONDAY
1 JUNE 2015
06.00 Lake Escapes: Episode 14
Holland's Volkerak region is Matt
Hayes' destination where he fishes
with Bertus Rozemeijer, one of the
most renowned Zander fishermen
in the world.
06.25 Bush Pilots: Episode 4
A GPS failure leaves Ed stranded in
the air above the vast Kalahari
desert. Meanwhile, Kiwi pilot
Emarn tracks endangered antelope
from the sky and on the ground.
07.15 GT Racer: Silverstone
Once a year, original vintage
racers gather at the Silverstone
Grand Prix Circuit, one of the
fastest tracks in the world.
08.05 True Stories: The Da Vinci
Code: the True Story
The film of Dan Brown's 'The Da
Vinci Code' enthralled and enraged
in equally measure. But is there
any truth to this sensational story?
08.55 Surviving the Cut: Special
Operations Aviation Regiment
At the Green Platoon, elite soldiers
battle to prove they have the
mental and physical capacity to
join a Special Ops unit. One in
three won't make it – who has
what it takes?
09.45 The End of Red October
A team of engineers take on the
hazardous task of securing the
radioactive material that still
resides in the decaying hulks of old
Soviet nuclear submarines.
10.35 I'm Alive: Episode 8
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
11.25 North America: Top 10
Are the rainforests of Belize, the
geysers of Yellowstone, or the
Niagara Falls the greatest
landmarks in North America?
Viewers reveal their top
destinations.
12.15 Bush Pilots: Episode 5
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
13.05 GT Racer: Classic Racers At The
Nürburgring
Classic-car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing at Germany’s
Nürburgring.
13.55 Oil Disaster: A Race Against
Time
An exclusive behind-the-scenes
look at the engineering efforts to
stop the oil spill in the Gulf of
Mexico, already the worst
environmental catastrophe in US
history.
PAGE 2
14.45 Showdown: Air Combat: F-86A
vs MiG-15
The Korean War brought the
Russian Mig-15 jet, designed to
shoot down bombers, face to face
with the American F-86 Sabre,
built as a multi-purpose offensive
weapon.
15.35 I'm Alive: Episode 9
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
16.25 True Stories: Master &
Commander: The True Story
This meticulously researched
Oscar-winning epic draws on the
seafaring exploits of Captain Jack
Aubrey. How was historical fact
adapted for the big screen?
17.20 Alps from Above: Pristine
Peaks
Explore the Alps from a unique
vantage point and meet the
diverse range of people who call
this mountain range home, from a
fish pond owner to an aspiring
gunsmith.
18.15 Secrets of the Arsenal: Great
Escapes
From WWII to Vietnam, history
buff Geoff Edgers looks at four
stories that highlight the bravery,
ingenuity and teamwork needed to
pull off a great escape.
19.10 Bush Pilots: Episode 6
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
20.05 GT Racer: Classic Racers At
Laguna Seca
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing at the Laguna Seca
racetrack in Monterrey, California.
21.00 Secrets of the Arsenal: Great
Escapes
From WWII to Vietnam, history
buff Geoff Edgers looks at four
stories that highlight the bravery,
ingenuity and teamwork needed to
pull off a great escape.
21.55 I Was Bitten: Episode 6
This series delves into the
gruesome world of near-fatal bites.
Survivors of such wounds as
rattlesnake bites and grizzly bear
maulings discuss the effects of
their encounters.
22.50 Solved: Broken Vows
Discover some of the most careerdefining cases that America's elite
law enforcement officers have
solved, and learn how the latest
crime-fighting techniques have
aided them.
23.45 GT Racer: Classic Racers At
Laguna Seca
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
00.40
01.30
02.20
03.10
03.58
04.46
05.34
competing at the Laguna Seca
racetrack in Monterrey, California.
Secrets of the Arsenal: Great
Escapes
From WWII to Vietnam, history
buff Geoff Edgers looks at four
stories that highlight the bravery,
ingenuity and teamwork needed to
pull off a great escape.
I Was Bitten: Episode 6
This series delves into the
gruesome world of near-fatal bites.
Survivors of such wounds as
rattlesnake bites and grizzly bear
maulings discuss the effects of
their encounters.
True Stories: Master &
Commander: The True Story
This meticulously researched
Oscar-winning epic draws on the
seafaring exploits of Captain Jack
Aubrey. How was historical fact
adapted for the big screen?
Showdown: Air Combat: F-86A
vs MiG-15
The Korean War brought the
Russian Mig-15 jet, designed to
shoot down bombers, face to face
with the American F-86 Sabre,
built as a multi-purpose offensive
weapon.
I'm Alive: Episode 9
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
Alps from Above: Pristine
Peaks
Explore the Alps from a unique
vantage point and meet the
diverse range of people who call
this mountain range home, from a
fish pond owner to an aspiring
gunsmith.
Massive Speed: Power Boats
Chris Barrie examines the
evolution of machines designed for
speed and the high-pressure races
the vehicles compete in. In this
episode he looks at high speed on
water.
TUESDAY
2 JUNE 2015
06.00 Lake Escapes: Episode 15
Local angling guide Colin Bunn
takes Matt Hayes to the banks of
the River Ebro in northern Spain in
search of catfish.
06.25 Bush Pilots: Episode 5
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
07.15 GT Racer: Classic Racers At The
Nürburgring
Classic-car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing at Germany’s
Nürburgring.
JUNE 2015
08.05 True Stories: Master &
Commander: The True Story
This meticulously researched
Oscar-winning epic draws on the
seafaring exploits of Captain Jack
Aubrey. How was historical fact
adapted for the big screen?
08.55 Oil Disaster: A Race Against
Time
An exclusive behind-the-scenes
look at the engineering efforts to
stop the oil spill in the Gulf of
Mexico, already the worst
environmental catastrophe in US
history.
09.45 Showdown: Air Combat: F-86A
vs MiG-15
The Korean War brought the
Russian Mig-15 jet, designed to
shoot down bombers, face to face
with the American F-86 Sabre,
built as a multi-purpose offensive
weapon.
10.35 I'm Alive: Episode 9
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
11.25 Alps from Above: Pristine
Peaks
Explore the Alps from a unique
vantage point and meet the
diverse range of people who call
this mountain range home, from a
fish pond owner to an aspiring
gunsmith.
12.15 Bush Pilots: Episode 6
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
13.05 GT Racer: Classic Racers At
Laguna Seca
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing at the Laguna Seca
racetrack in Monterrey, California.
13.55 Secrets of the Arsenal: Great
Escapes
From WWII to Vietnam, history
buff Geoff Edgers looks at four
stories that highlight the bravery,
ingenuity and teamwork needed to
pull off a great escape.
14.45 Showdown: Air Combat: Zero
vs F4F Wildcat
In the Pacific during World War II
the dominant fighter plane was the
legendary Japanese Zero. The US
Navy's top fighter plane was the
Grumman F4F Wildcat.
15.35 I'm Alive: Episode 10
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
16.25 True Stories: Braveheart: The
True Story
Mel Gibson's Oscar-winning film
Braveheart was based on the
Scottish rebel and freedom fighter,
PAGE 3
17.20
18.15
18.40
19.10
20.05
21.00
21.25
21.55
22.50
23.45
00.40
William Wallace. But is this epic
movie historically accurate?
Alps from Above: Castles and
Lakes
The aerial tour of the Alps
continues. Meet the roofer who
maintains the historic roofs in the
old town and see the gondola-like
boats used to cross lakes.
How We Got Here: Denim
Defeats Communism
If tradesman Jacob Davis doesn't
survive the California Gold Rush,
he will never meet Levi Strauss,
and the idea for the copper rivet
will not be born.
How We Got Here: Deep Throat
Exposes the Presidency
If future news reporter Bob
Woodward doesn't meet the man
we'll eventually come to know as
'Deep Throat', an imperial
presidency will never fall.
Bush Pilots: Episode 7
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
GT Racer: Limerock
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing at the Lime Rock
racetrack in Connecticut.
How We Got Here: Denim
Defeats Communism
If tradesman Jacob Davis doesn't
survive the California Gold Rush,
he will never meet Levi Strauss,
and the idea for the copper rivet
will not be born.
How We Got Here: Deep Throat
Exposes the Presidency
If future news reporter Bob
Woodward doesn't meet the man
we'll eventually come to know as
'Deep Throat', an imperial
presidency will never fall.
Venom Hunter
Intrepid adventurer Steve
Backshall heads deep into Brazil's
Amazon rainforest in search of
some of the most deadly
venomous creatures on Earth,
including the ferocious bullet ant.
Solved: Shattered Silence
Discover some of the most careerdefining cases that America's elite
law enforcement officers have
solved, and learn how the latest
crime-fighting techniques have
aided them.
GT Racer: Limerock
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing at the Lime Rock
racetrack in Connecticut.
How We Got Here: Denim
Defeats Communism
If tradesman Jacob Davis doesn't
survive the California Gold Rush,
he will never meet Levi Strauss,
and the idea for the copper rivet
will not be born.
01.05 How We Got Here: Deep Throat
Exposes the Presidency
If future news reporter Bob
Woodward doesn't meet the man
we'll eventually come to know as
'Deep Throat', an imperial
presidency will never fall.
01.30 Venom Hunter
Intrepid adventurer Steve
Backshall heads deep into Brazil's
Amazon rainforest in search of
some of the most deadly
venomous creatures on Earth,
including the ferocious bullet ant.
02.20 True Stories: Braveheart: The
True Story
Mel Gibson's Oscar-winning film
Braveheart was based on the
Scottish rebel and freedom fighter,
William Wallace. But is this epic
movie historically accurate?
03.10 Showdown: Air Combat: Zero
vs F4F Wildcat
In the Pacific during World War II
the dominant fighter plane was the
legendary Japanese Zero. The US
Navy's top fighter plane was the
Grumman F4F Wildcat.
03.58 I'm Alive: Episode 10
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
04.46 Alps from Above: Castles and
Lakes
The aerial tour of the Alps
continues. Meet the roofer who
maintains the historic roofs in the
old town and see the gondola-like
boats used to cross lakes.
05.34 Massive Speed: Armoured
Speed
Chris Barrie examines the
evolution of machines designed for
speed and the high-pressure races
the vehicles compete in. In this
episode he looks at the newest
armoured vehicles.
WEDNESDAY
3 JUNE 2015
06.00 Buena Vista Fishing Club:
Episode 1
In his journey through Cuba, Matt
travels to Pinar del Rio, where he
visits the fantastic limestone hills
of the region that have not
changed since the Jurassic period.
06.25 Bush Pilots: Episode 6
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
07.15 GT Racer: Classic Racers At
Laguna Seca
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing at the Laguna Seca
racetrack in Monterrey, California.
JUNE 2015
08.05 True Stories: Braveheart: The
True Story
Mel Gibson's Oscar-winning film
Braveheart was based on the
Scottish rebel and freedom fighter,
William Wallace. But is this epic
movie historically accurate?
08.55 Secrets of the Arsenal: Great
Escapes
From WWII to Vietnam, history
buff Geoff Edgers looks at four
stories that highlight the bravery,
ingenuity and teamwork needed to
pull off a great escape.
09.45 Showdown: Air Combat: Zero
vs F4F Wildcat
In the Pacific during World War II
the dominant fighter plane was the
legendary Japanese Zero. The US
Navy's top fighter plane was the
Grumman F4F Wildcat.
10.35 I'm Alive: Episode 10
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
11.25 Alps from Above: Castles and
Lakes
The aerial tour of the Alps
continues. Meet the roofer who
maintains the historic roofs in the
old town and see the gondola-like
boats used to cross lakes.
12.15 Bush Pilots: Episode 7
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
13.05 GT Racer: Limerock
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing at the Lime Rock
racetrack in Connecticut.
13.55 How We Got Here: Denim
Defeats Communism
If tradesman Jacob Davis doesn't
survive the California Gold Rush,
he will never meet Levi Strauss,
and the idea for the copper rivet
will not be born.
14.20 How We Got Here: Deep Throat
Exposes the Presidency
If future news reporter Bob
Woodward doesn't meet the man
we'll eventually come to know as
'Deep Throat', an imperial
presidency will never fall.
14.45 Showdown: Air Combat: P-51
Mustang vs Me-109
Two of the best World War II
fighter planes – the Messerschmitt
Me-109, which provided the
backbone of German fighter forces,
and the P-51 Mustang, which
bombed Germany.
15.35 I'm Alive: Episode 11
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
PAGE 4
16.25 True Stories: Close Encounters:
The True Story
How did real cases of alleged alien
abduction inspire this sci-fi
blockbuster? Find out how
Spielberg's scientists explored the
UFO phenomenon.
17.20 Alps from Above: National
Parks and Cultural Heritage
The aerial tour of the Alps
continues to the peaks of High
Tauern National park, where a
Viennese theatre group rehearse
an open-air play.
18.15 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Conquering the Sky
The stories of pioneering aviators
are often not the truth but flights
of fancy. But what is the truth
about the Wright brothers'
invention of the airplane?
18.40 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Patton and Grant
The truth about America's greatest
generals is obscured by myth. But
where did George Patton's
nickname "Blood and Guts" really
come from?
19.10 Bush Pilots: Episode 8
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
20.05 GT Racer: Le Mans 24 Hour
Classic
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing at the Le Mans
racetrack in France.
21.00 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Conquering the Sky
The stories of pioneering aviators
are often not the truth but flights
of fancy. But what is the truth
about the Wright brothers'
invention of the airplane?
21.25 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Patton and Grant
The truth about America's greatest
generals is obscured by myth. But
where did George Patton's
nickname "Blood and Guts" really
come from?
21.55 Human Sacrifice: Sex and
Death
To some ancient peoples, sex and
death went hand in hand as part of
fertility sacrifices. But did the
Aztecs really cut out the hearts of
thousands of victims in these rites?
22.50 Solved: The Dark Side
The latest crime-fighting
techniques aid America's elite law
enforcement officers to solve a
case involving the death of an 18year-old woman and a teenage
love triangle.
23.45 GT Racer: Le Mans 24 Hour
Classic
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing at the Le Mans
racetrack in France.
00.40 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Conquering the Sky
The stories of pioneering aviators
are often not the truth but flights
of fancy. But what is the truth
about the Wright brothers'
invention of the airplane?
01.05 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Patton and Grant
The truth about America's greatest
generals is obscured by myth. But
where did George Patton's
nickname "Blood and Guts" really
come from?
01.30 Human Sacrifice: Sex and
Death
To some ancient peoples, sex and
death went hand in hand as part of
fertility sacrifices. But did the
Aztecs really cut out the hearts of
thousands of victims in these rites?
02.20 True Stories: Close Encounters:
The True Story
How did real cases of alleged alien
abduction inspire this sci-fi
blockbuster? Find out how
Spielberg's scientists explored the
UFO phenomenon.
03.10 Showdown: Air Combat: P-51
Mustang vs Me-109
Two of the best World War II
fighter planes – the Messerschmitt
Me-109, which provided the
backbone of German fighter forces,
and the P-51 Mustang, which
bombed Germany.
03.58 I'm Alive: Episode 11
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
04.46 Alps from Above: National
Parks and Cultural Heritage
The aerial tour of the Alps
continues to the peaks of High
Tauern National park, where a
Viennese theatre group rehearse
an open-air play.
05.34 Massive Speed: Sports Cars
Chris Barrie examines the
evolution of machines designed for
speed and the high-pressure races
the vehicles compete in. In this
episode, it's high-speed sports
cars.
THURSDAY
4 JUNE 2015
06.00 Buena Vista Fishing Club:
Episode 2
Matt leaves behind the hustle and
bustle of Havana to travel to the
province of Matanzas, where he
learns the true story behind the
Bay of Pigs Fiasco.
06.25 Bush Pilots: Episode 7
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
JUNE 2015
07.15 GT Racer: Limerock
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing at the Lime Rock
racetrack in Connecticut.
08.05 True Stories: Close Encounters:
The True Story
How did real cases of alleged alien
abduction inspire this sci-fi
blockbuster? Find out how
Spielberg's scientists explored the
UFO phenomenon.
08.55 How We Got Here: Denim
Defeats Communism
If tradesman Jacob Davis doesn't
survive the California Gold Rush,
he will never meet Levi Strauss,
and the idea for the copper rivet
will not be born.
09.20 How We Got Here: Deep Throat
Exposes the Presidency
If future news reporter Bob
Woodward doesn't meet the man
we'll eventually come to know as
'Deep Throat', an imperial
presidency will never fall.
09.45 Showdown: Air Combat: P-51
Mustang vs Me-109
Two of the best World War II
fighter planes – the Messerschmitt
Me-109, which provided the
backbone of German fighter forces,
and the P-51 Mustang, which
bombed Germany.
10.35 I'm Alive: Episode 11
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
11.25 Alps from Above: National
Parks and Cultural Heritage
The aerial tour of the Alps
continues to the peaks of High
Tauern National park, where a
Viennese theatre group rehearse
an open-air play.
12.15 Bush Pilots: Episode 8
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
13.05 GT Racer: Le Mans 24 Hour
Classic
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing at the Le Mans
racetrack in France.
13.55 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Conquering the Sky
The stories of pioneering aviators
are often not the truth but flights
of fancy. But what is the truth
about the Wright brothers'
invention of the airplane?
14.20 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Patton and Grant
The truth about America's greatest
generals is obscured by myth. But
where did George Patton's
nickname "Blood and Guts" really
come from?
PAGE 5
14.45 Showdown: Air Combat: P-38
Lightning vs Zero
The Japanese Zero was one of the
deadliest planes in the Pacific
during the early months of World
War II, because of its speed and
agility.
15.35 I'm Alive: Episode 12
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
16.25 True Stories: Saving Private
Ryan: The True Story
Explosive forensic science reveals
the truth behind Steven
Spielberg’s 1998 epic, while
historians, experts and
eyewitnesses tell the untold story
of the real Private Ryan.
17.20 Alps from Above: Slopes and
Valley
The aerial tour of the Alps
continues to Untersberg mountain,
where world champion ice climber
Ines Papert trains for her
expeditions. Plus, meet fly fisher
Andreas.
18.15 Surviving the Cut: Naval
Special Warfare Combatant
Craft Crewmen
Special Boat Operators combat
maritime terrorism and piracy. To
join the elite, these students must
accomplish hostile water rescues
and survive extreme tests. Who
will make it?
19.10 Bush Pilots: Episode 9
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
20.05 GT Racer: Algarve Special
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing in the Algarve, Portugal.
21.00 Surviving the Cut: Naval
Special Warfare Combatant
Craft Crewmen
Special Boat Operators combat
maritime terrorism and piracy. To
join the elite, these students must
accomplish hostile water rescues
and survive extreme tests. Who
will make it?
21.55 Human Sacrifice: The
Bloodthirsty Gods
For many cultures, human sacrifice
was the only thing that would calm
an angry, irrational and
bloodthirsty god. See stunning
recreations and learn the gory
truth.
22.50 Solved: Burden of Proof
Discover some of the careerdefining cases that America's elite
law enforcement officers have
solved. When a mother's body is
found, the woman's husband is
suspected of her murder.
23.45 GT Racer: Algarve Special
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing in the Algarve, Portugal.
00.40 Surviving the Cut: Naval
Special Warfare Combatant
Craft Crewmen
Special Boat Operators combat
maritime terrorism and piracy. To
join the elite, these students must
accomplish hostile water rescues
and survive extreme tests. Who
will make it?
01.30 Human Sacrifice: The
Bloodthirsty Gods
For many cultures, human sacrifice
was the only thing that would calm
an angry, irrational and
bloodthirsty god. See stunning
recreations and learn the gory
truth.
02.20 True Stories: Saving Private
Ryan: The True Story
Explosive forensic science reveals
the truth behind Steven
Spielberg’s 1998 epic, while
historians, experts and
eyewitnesses tell the untold story
of the real Private Ryan.
03.10 Showdown: Air Combat: P-38
Lightning vs Zero
The Japanese Zero was one of the
deadliest planes in the Pacific
during the early months of World
War II, because of its speed and
agility.
03.58 I'm Alive: Episode 12
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
04.46 Alps from Above: Slopes and
Valley
The aerial tour of the Alps
continues to Untersberg mountain,
where world champion ice climber
Ines Papert trains for her
expeditions. Plus, meet fly fisher
Andreas.
05.34 Massive Speed: Warships
Chris Barrie examines the
evolution of machines designed for
speed and the high-pressure races
the vehicles compete in. In this
episode he looks at newlydeveloped warships.
FRIDAY
5 JUNE 2015
06.00 Buena Vista Fishing Club:
Episode 3
Matt fishes for tarpon on the Rio
Negro in the province of Matanzas
before going back into Havana to
fly to the offshore island of Cayo
Largo.
06.25 Bush Pilots: Episode 8
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
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include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
GT Racer: Le Mans 24 Hour
Classic
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing at the Le Mans
racetrack in France.
True Stories: Saving Private
Ryan: The True Story
Explosive forensic science reveals
the truth behind Steven
Spielberg’s 1998 epic, while
historians, experts and
eyewitnesses tell the untold story
of the real Private Ryan.
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Conquering the Sky
The stories of pioneering aviators
are often not the truth but flights
of fancy. But what is the truth
about the Wright brothers'
invention of the airplane?
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Patton and Grant
The truth about America's greatest
generals is obscured by myth. But
where did George Patton's
nickname "Blood and Guts" really
come from?
Showdown: Air Combat: P-38
Lightning vs Zero
The Japanese Zero was one of the
deadliest planes in the Pacific
during the early months of World
War II, because of its speed and
agility.
I'm Alive: Episode 12
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
Alps from Above: Slopes and
Valley
The aerial tour of the Alps
continues to Untersberg mountain,
where world champion ice climber
Ines Papert trains for her
expeditions. Plus, meet fly fisher
Andreas.
Bush Pilots: Episode 9
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
GT Racer: Algarve Special
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing in the Algarve, Portugal.
Surviving the Cut: Naval
Special Warfare Combatant
Craft Crewmen
Special Boat Operators combat
maritime terrorism and piracy. To
join the elite, these students must
accomplish hostile water rescues
and survive extreme tests. Who
will make it?
Showdown: Air Combat: F4F
Wildcat vs Zero
Discover how World War II naval
aviator John Thach devised combat
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tactics to give American planes a
fighting chance against superior
Japanese aircraft.
I'm Alive: Episode 13
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people determined to
survive a horrific animal attack,
regardless of the obstacles or
consequences.
True Stories: Apollo 13: The
True Story
Explore the dramatic events of the
Apollo 13 mission. With full access
to all involved, find out how the
ingenuity of the astronauts and the
team in Houston averted disaster.
Alps from Above: Towering
Heights
The aerial tour of the Alps ends in
the high peaks to the west of
Tyrol, where cable car engineer
Michael Gritsch plies his trade.
Also, explore an alpine zoo.
Mighty Mississippi: Episode 1
British broadcaster Trevor
McDonald sets out on an epic
journey through the heartland of
the USA following the course of the
Mississippi River. He begins in the
Deep South.
Bush Pilots: Episode 10
The series follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa's bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
Speed Dynasties
Following in your father's footsteps
is never easy, especially when he
is a champion racing driver. Join
five families for whom motor
racing is a family tradition.
Mighty Mississippi: Episode 1
British broadcaster Trevor
McDonald sets out on an epic
journey through the heartland of
the USA following the course of the
Mississippi River. He begins in the
Deep South.
Human Sacrifice: Blood and
Power
Human sacrifice in some cases is
all about power. Learn the price of
power in grisly practices ranging
from Egyptian pharaohs to Chinese
rituals.
The Flight That Fought Back
Witness the heroism of the 33
passengers and seven crew
members on United Airlines Flight
93, which was hijacked and then
crashed in Somerset County, PA.,
on September 11, 2001.
Mighty Mississippi: Episode 1
British broadcaster Trevor
McDonald sets out on an epic
journey through the heartland of
the USA following the course of the
Mississippi River. He begins in the
Deep South.
Human Sacrifice: Blood and
Power
Human sacrifice in some cases is
all about power. Learn the price of
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power in grisly practices ranging
from Egyptian pharaohs to Chinese
rituals.
True Stories: Apollo 13: The
True Story
Explore the dramatic events of the
Apollo 13 mission. With full access
to all involved, find out how the
ingenuity of the astronauts and the
team in Houston averted disaster.
Showdown: Air Combat: F4F
Wildcat vs Zero
Discover how World War II naval
aviator John Thach devised combat
tactics to give American planes a
fighting chance against superior
Japanese aircraft.
I'm Alive: Episode 13
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people determined to
survive a horrific animal attack,
regardless of the obstacles or
consequences.
Alps from Above: Towering
Heights
The aerial tour of the Alps ends in
the high peaks to the west of
Tyrol, where cable car engineer
Michael Gritsch plies his trade.
Also, explore an alpine zoo.
The Aviators: Episode 1
The Aviators meet international air
show announcer Rob Reider, and
Kurtis climbs into the cockpit of a
T-6 warbird as he begins his World
War II pilot training.
SATURDAY
6 JUNE 2015
06.00 Buena Vista Fishing Club:
Episode 4
Matt leaves behind the Lada to fly
to Cayo Largo, an offshore island
with great fishing potential. The
fabulous saltwater flats provide
superb bonefishing.
06.25 I'm Alive: Episode 9
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
07.15 I'm Alive: Episode 10
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
08.05 I'm Alive: Episode 11
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
08.55 I'm Alive: Episode 12
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people who, regardless
of the obstacles or consequences,
were determined to survive a
horrific animal attack.
JUNE 2015
09.45 I'm Alive: Episode 13
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people determined to
survive a horrific animal attack,
regardless of the obstacles or
consequences.
10.35 Alps from Above: Pristine
Peaks
Explore the Alps from a unique
vantage point and meet the
diverse range of people who call
this mountain range home, from a
fish pond owner to an aspiring
gunsmith.
11.25 Alps from Above: Castles and
Lakes
The aerial tour of the Alps
continues. Meet the roofer who
maintains the historic roofs in the
old town and see the gondola-like
boats used to cross lakes.
12.15 Alps from Above: National
Parks and Cultural Heritage
The aerial tour of the Alps
continues to the peaks of High
Tauern National park, where a
Viennese theatre group rehearse
an open-air play.
13.05 Alps from Above: Slopes and
Valley
The aerial tour of the Alps
continues to Untersberg mountain,
where world champion ice climber
Ines Papert trains for her
expeditions. Plus, meet fly fisher
Andreas.
13.55 Alps from Above: Towering
Heights
The aerial tour of the Alps ends in
the high peaks to the west of
Tyrol, where cable car engineer
Michael Gritsch plies his trade.
Also, explore an alpine zoo.
14.45 How We Got Here: Denim
Defeats Communism
If tradesman Jacob Davis doesn't
survive the California Gold Rush,
he will never meet Levi Strauss,
and the idea for the copper rivet
will not be born.
15.10 How We Got Here: Deep Throat
Exposes the Presidency
If future news reporter Bob
Woodward doesn't meet the man
we'll eventually come to know as
'Deep Throat', an imperial
presidency will never fall.
15.35 The Flight That Fought Back
Witness the heroism of the 33
passengers and seven crew
members on United Airlines Flight
93, which was hijacked and then
crashed in Somerset County, PA.,
on September 11, 2001.
17.20 Secrets of the Arsenal: Great
Escapes
From WWII to Vietnam, history
buff Geoff Edgers looks at four
stories that highlight the bravery,
ingenuity and teamwork needed to
pull off a great escape.
18.15 Aerial America: Florida
Explore the Sunshine State from a
unique angle: above. Swoop down
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onto the beaches of Miami, before
taking in the boutique hotels and
lavish homes of Palm Beach.
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Conquering the Sky
The stories of pioneering aviators
are often not the truth but flights
of fancy. But what is the truth
about the Wright brothers'
invention of the airplane?
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Patton and Grant
The truth about America's greatest
generals is obscured by myth. But
where did George Patton's
nickname "Blood and Guts" really
come from?
Surviving the Cut: Naval
Special Warfare Combatant
Craft Crewmen
Special Boat Operators combat
maritime terrorism and piracy. To
join the elite, these students must
accomplish hostile water rescues
and survive extreme tests. Who
will make it?
Aerial America: Florida
Explore the Sunshine State from a
unique angle: above. Swoop down
onto the beaches of Miami, before
taking in the boutique hotels and
lavish homes of Palm Beach.
How We Got Here: Denim
Defeats Communism
If tradesman Jacob Davis doesn't
survive the California Gold Rush,
he will never meet Levi Strauss,
and the idea for the copper rivet
will not be born.
How We Got Here: Deep Throat
Exposes the Presidency
If future news reporter Bob
Woodward doesn't meet the man
we'll eventually come to know as
'Deep Throat', an imperial
presidency will never fall.
Secrets of the Arsenal: Great
Escapes
From WWII to Vietnam, history
buff Geoff Edgers looks at four
stories that highlight the bravery,
ingenuity and teamwork needed to
pull off a great escape.
I Was Bitten: Episode 6
This series delves into the
gruesome world of near-fatal bites.
Survivors of such wounds as
rattlesnake bites and grizzly bear
maulings discuss the effects of
their encounters.
Venom Hunter
Intrepid adventurer Steve
Backshall heads deep into Brazil's
Amazon rainforest in search of
some of the most deadly
venomous creatures on Earth,
including the ferocious bullet ant.
Showdown: Air Combat: F-86A
vs MiG-15
The Korean War brought the
Russian Mig-15 jet, designed to
shoot down bombers, face to face
with the American F-86 Sabre,
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built as a multi-purpose offensive
weapon.
Showdown: Air Combat: Zero
vs F4F Wildcat
In the Pacific during World War II
the dominant fighter plane was the
legendary Japanese Zero. The US
Navy's top fighter plane was the
Grumman F4F Wildcat.
Showdown: Air Combat: P-51
Mustang vs Me-109
Two of the best World War II
fighter planes – the Messerschmitt
Me-109, which provided the
backbone of German fighter forces,
and the P-51 Mustang, which
bombed Germany.
Showdown: Air Combat: P-38
Lightning vs Zero
The Japanese Zero was one of the
deadliest planes in the Pacific
during the early months of World
War II, because of its speed and
agility.
Showdown: Air Combat: F4F
Wildcat vs Zero
Discover how World War II naval
aviator John Thach devised combat
tactics to give American planes a
fighting chance against superior
Japanese aircraft.
The Aviators: Episode 2
Kurtis takes the controls of the
legendary World War II P-51
Mustang fighter jet. Plus, find out
what happens to your bags once
they are checked in at an airport.
SUNDAY
7 JUNE 2015
06.00 Buena Vista Fishing Club:
Episode 5
After targeting large grouper on
the island of Cayo Largo, Matt has
a skirmish with a big tarpon before
travelling back to the mainland and
heading off to the town of
Cienfuegos.
06.25 Bush Pilots: Episode 6
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
07.15 Bush Pilots: Episode 7
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
08.05 Bush Pilots: Episode 8
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
08.55 Bush Pilots: Episode 9
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
JUNE 2015
09.45 Bush Pilots: Episode 10
The series follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa's bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
10.35 GT Racer: Classic Racers At
Laguna Seca
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing at the Laguna Seca
racetrack in Monterrey, California.
11.25 GT Racer: Limerock
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing at the Lime Rock
racetrack in Connecticut.
12.15 GT Racer: Le Mans 24 Hour
Classic
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing at the Le Mans
racetrack in France.
13.05 GT Racer: Algarve Special
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing in the Algarve, Portugal.
13.55 Speed Dynasties
Following in your father's footsteps
is never easy, especially when he
is a champion racing driver. Join
five families for whom motor
racing is a family tradition.
14.45 Secrets of the Arsenal: Great
Escapes
From WWII to Vietnam, history
buff Geoff Edgers looks at four
stories that highlight the bravery,
ingenuity and teamwork needed to
pull off a great escape.
15.35 Mighty Mississippi: Episode 1
British broadcaster Trevor
McDonald sets out on an epic
journey through the heartland of
the USA following the course of the
Mississippi River. He begins in the
Deep South.
16.25 Surviving the Cut: Naval
Special Warfare Combatant
Craft Crewmen
Special Boat Operators combat
maritime terrorism and piracy. To
join the elite, these students must
accomplish hostile water rescues
and survive extreme tests. Who
will make it?
17.20 How We Got Here: Denim
Defeats Communism
If tradesman Jacob Davis doesn't
survive the California Gold Rush,
he will never meet Levi Strauss,
and the idea for the copper rivet
will not be born.
17.45 How We Got Here: Deep Throat
Exposes the Presidency
If future news reporter Bob
Woodward doesn't meet the man
we'll eventually come to know as
'Deep Throat', an imperial
presidency will never fall.
18.15 Surviving D-Day
Explore the battle for Omaha
Beach and beyond, as stunning
graphics and 3D environments
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portray the life-or-death reality of
being part of an operation that
changed history.
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Conquering the Sky
The stories of pioneering aviators
are often not the truth but flights
of fancy. But what is the truth
about the Wright brothers'
invention of the airplane?
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Patton and Grant
The truth about America's greatest
generals is obscured by myth. But
where did George Patton's
nickname "Blood and Guts" really
come from?
Surviving D-Day
Explore the battle for Omaha
Beach and beyond, as stunning
graphics and 3D environments
portray the life-or-death reality of
being part of an operation that
changed history.
Aerial America: Florida
Explore the Sunshine State from a
unique angle: above. Swoop down
onto the beaches of Miami, before
taking in the boutique hotels and
lavish homes of Palm Beach.
Human Sacrifice: Sex and
Death
To some ancient peoples, sex and
death went hand in hand as part of
fertility sacrifices. But did the
Aztecs really cut out the hearts of
thousands of victims in these rites?
Human Sacrifice: The
Bloodthirsty Gods
For many cultures, human sacrifice
was the only thing that would calm
an angry, irrational and
bloodthirsty god. See stunning
recreations and learn the gory
truth.
True Stories: Master &
Commander: The True Story
This meticulously researched
Oscar-winning epic draws on the
seafaring exploits of Captain Jack
Aubrey. How was historical fact
adapted for the big screen?
True Stories: Braveheart: The
True Story
Mel Gibson's Oscar-winning film
Braveheart was based on the
Scottish rebel and freedom fighter,
William Wallace. But is this epic
movie historically accurate?
True Stories: Close Encounters:
The True Story
How did real cases of alleged alien
abduction inspire this sci-fi
blockbuster? Find out how
Spielberg's scientists explored the
UFO phenomenon.
True Stories: Saving Private
Ryan: The True Story
Explosive forensic science reveals
the truth behind Steven
Spielberg’s 1998 epic, while
historians, experts and
eyewitnesses tell the untold story
of the real Private Ryan.
04.46 True Stories: Apollo 13: The
True Story
Explore the dramatic events of the
Apollo 13 mission. With full access
to all involved, find out how the
ingenuity of the astronauts and the
team in Houston averted disaster.
05.34 The Aviators: Episode 3
Anthony finds out how cold, winter
weather can affect aircraft and Jeff
goes inside the cockpit of Boeing’s
newest commercial aircraft, the
luxurious 787 Dreamliner.
MONDAY
8 JUNE 2015
06.00 Buena Vista Fishing Club:
Episode 6
Join Matt Hayes as he continues
his journey across Cuba with only
a fishing rod for company as he
samples the rich blend of culture
and history of this unique
Caribbean country.
06.25 Bush Pilots: Episode 9
Bush Pilots follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa’s bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
07.15 GT Racer: Algarve Special
Classic car racing at its best.
Original vintage racers are
competing in the Algarve, Portugal.
08.05 True Stories: Apollo 13: The
True Story
Explore the dramatic events of the
Apollo 13 mission. With full access
to all involved, find out how the
ingenuity of the astronauts and the
team in Houston averted disaster.
08.55 Surviving the Cut: Naval
Special Warfare Combatant
Craft Crewmen
Special Boat Operators combat
maritime terrorism and piracy. To
join the elite, these students must
accomplish hostile water rescues
and survive extreme tests. Who
will make it?
09.45 Showdown: Air Combat: F4F
Wildcat vs Zero
Discover how World War II naval
aviator John Thach devised combat
tactics to give American planes a
fighting chance against superior
Japanese aircraft.
10.35 I'm Alive: Episode 13
See the death-defying and moving
stories of people determined to
survive a horrific animal attack,
regardless of the obstacles or
consequences.
11.25 Alps from Above: Towering
Heights
The aerial tour of the Alps ends in
the high peaks to the west of
Tyrol, where cable car engineer
Michael Gritsch plies his trade.
Also, explore an alpine zoo.
JUNE 2015
12.15 Bush Pilots: Episode 10
The series follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa's bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
13.05 Speed Dynasties
Following in your father's footsteps
is never easy, especially when he
is a champion racing driver. Join
five families for whom motor
racing is a family tradition.
13.55 Mighty Mississippi: Episode 1
British broadcaster Trevor
McDonald sets out on an epic
journey through the heartland of
the USA following the course of the
Mississippi River. He begins in the
Deep South.
14.45 Showdown: Air Combat: P-47
Thunderbolt v Fw 190
Discover how pilot Dominic Gentile
took on German foes in a lowaltitude dogfight in 1944.
15.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Trapped
in the Canyon
After falling down a canyon, an
athlete is trapped with horrific
internal injuries. Dying slowly with
just her dog for company, she
faces the endurance challenge of
her life.
16.25 True Stories: True Grit: The
True Story
Uncover the violent and
unforgiving reality of the Wild West
and explore the real people who
inspired the characters in the Coen
Brothers’ 2011 Oscar-nominated
film, True Grit.
17.20 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 1
Mark Evans embarks on building
another dream project from
scratch - his new challenge is to
build a Westfield sports car and
compete in it at racing events.
17.45 Origins: Episode 1
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions, objects and
ideas. Today, we look at the origin
of scuba, helicopters and space
stations.
18.15 Petrol Age: Episode 1
Paul McGann presents a history of
British motoring - profiling the cars
and people that helped shape the
UK automotive industry's global
reputation. He begins with motor
racing.
19.10 Aircrash Confidential: The
Great Boeing 737 Tail-Fin
Mystery
Why did Boeing 737s, the world’s
busiest planes, suffer three fatal
crashes? Engineers revisit their
investigation. Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
20.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 1
Mark Evans embarks on building
another dream project from
scratch - his new challenge is to
build a Westfield sports car and
compete in it at racing events.
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20.30 PREMIERE Origins: Episode 1
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions, objects and
ideas. Today, we look at the origin
of scuba, helicopters and space
stations.
21.00 Petrol Age: Episode 1
Paul McGann presents a history of
British motoring - profiling the cars
and people that helped shape the
UK automotive industry's global
reputation. He begins with motor
racing.
21.55 Death Machines: Ancient
Machines
‘Death Machines' deconstructs the
machines invented by mankind to
cause destruction. Find out how
they work and why the most
devious devices are often the
pinnacle of design.
22.50 Solved: Grave Danger
Discover some of the most careerdefining cases that America's elite
law enforcement officers have
solved, and learn how the latest
crime-fighting techniques have
aided them.
23.45 Origins: Episode 1
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions, objects and
ideas. Today, we look at the origin
of scuba, helicopters and space
stations.
00.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 1
Mark Evans embarks on building
another dream project from
scratch - his new challenge is to
build a Westfield sports car and
compete in it at racing events.
00.40 Petrol Age: Episode 1
Paul McGann presents a history of
British motoring - profiling the cars
and people that helped shape the
UK automotive industry's global
reputation. He begins with motor
racing.
01.30 Death Machines: Ancient
Machines
‘Death Machines' deconstructs the
machines invented by mankind to
cause destruction. Find out how
they work and why the most
devious devices are often the
pinnacle of design.
02.20 True Stories: True Grit: The
True Story
Uncover the violent and
unforgiving reality of the Wild West
and explore the real people who
inspired the characters in the Coen
Brothers’ 2011 Oscar-nominated
film, True Grit.
03.10 Showdown: Air Combat: P-47
Thunderbolt v Fw 190
Discover how pilot Dominic Gentile
took on German foes in a lowaltitude dogfight in 1944.
03.58 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Trapped
in the Canyon
After falling down a canyon, an
athlete is trapped with horrific
internal injuries. Dying slowly with
just her dog for company, she
faces the endurance challenge of
her life.
04.46 Origins: Episode 1
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions, objects and
ideas. Today, we look at the origin
of scuba, helicopters and space
stations.
05.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 1
Mark Evans embarks on building
another dream project from
scratch - his new challenge is to
build a Westfield sports car and
compete in it at racing events.
05.34 The Aviators: Episode 4
Kurtis and Anthony explore the
pros and cons of night flying and
go behind the scenes with the men
and women of the US Air Force
demonstration squadron, The
Thunderbirds.
TUESDAY
9 JUNE 2015
06.00 Buena Vista Fishing Club:
Episode 7
Join Matt Hayes as he continues
his journey across Cuba with only
a fishing rod for company as he
samples the rich blend of culture
and history of this unique
Caribbean country.
06.25 Bush Pilots: Episode 10
The series follows the exploits of
some of the most daring pilots
flying above Africa's bush. Hazards
include airstrips washed away by
rain and giraffes on the runway.
07.15 Speed Dynasties
Following in your father's footsteps
is never easy, especially when he
is a champion racing driver. Join
five families for whom motor
racing is a family tradition.
08.05 Hyperspeed
It has always been man's desire to
go faster. 'HyperSpeed' goes in
search of the world's fastest
machines and the new generation
of technology being used in world
record attempts.
08.55 Mighty Mississippi: Episode 1
British broadcaster Trevor
McDonald sets out on an epic
journey through the heartland of
the USA following the course of the
Mississippi River. He begins in the
Deep South.
09.45 Showdown: Air Combat: P-47
Thunderbolt v Fw 190
Discover how pilot Dominic Gentile
took on German foes in a lowaltitude dogfight in 1944.
10.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Trapped
in the Canyon
After falling down a canyon, an
athlete is trapped with horrific
internal injuries. Dying slowly with
just her dog for company, she
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13.05
13.30
13.55
14.45
15.35
16.25
17.20
17.45
faces the endurance challenge of
her life.
True Stories: True Grit: The
True Story
Uncover the violent and
unforgiving reality of the Wild West
and explore the real people who
inspired the characters in the Coen
Brothers’ 2011 Oscar-nominated
film, True Grit.
Aircrash Confidential: The
Great Boeing 737 Tail-Fin
Mystery
Why did Boeing 737s, the world’s
busiest planes, suffer three fatal
crashes? Engineers revisit their
investigation. Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 1
Mark Evans embarks on building
another dream project from
scratch - his new challenge is to
build a Westfield sports car and
compete in it at racing events.
Origins: Episode 1
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions, objects and
ideas. Today, we look at the origin
of scuba, helicopters and space
stations.
Petrol Age: Episode 1
Paul McGann presents a history of
British motoring - profiling the cars
and people that helped shape the
UK automotive industry's global
reputation. He begins with motor
racing.
Showdown: Air Combat: F4U
Corsair vs Zero
Join us as we uncover how
American pilot Gregory 'Pappy'
Boyington managed to shoot down
26 planes in a January 1944 air
battle.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Date from
Hell
Young couple Brandon and Gina
are on a trip to a Palm Springs
mountain range when they find
themselves lost. A discovery in an
abandoned campsite suggests
there is no way out.
Gunslingers: The Tombstone
Vendetta
When one of the frontier's bravest
men discovers the limits of the law
in Tombstone, he exacts his own
brand of justice on the cowboys
who shot his brothers.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 2
The challenge to build a multipurpose car adaptable to different
types of motor sport has been
established. Mark begins by
visiting the car kit manufacturer.
Origins: Episode 2
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of the bow and
arrow, the gun and the atomic
bomb.
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18.15 How We Got Here: Clara Barton
Saves the World
In 1862, the Battle of Antietam
rages! Standing right in the thick
of the fight is a former
schoolteacher with a brave
purpose – Clara Barton.
18.40 How We Got Here: Beer Unites
America
If German immigrant Adolphus
Busch dies in a deadly Civil War
standoff, one of the most popular
American products of all time will
never exist.
19.10 Aircrash Confidential: AutoPilot Error
Auto-pilot is designed to protect
planes from human error, but
faults have killed hundreds – could
it fail again? Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
20.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 2
The challenge to build a multipurpose car adaptable to different
types of motor sport has been
established. Mark begins by
visiting the car kit manufacturer.
20.30 Origins: Episode 2
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of the bow and
arrow, the gun and the atomic
bomb.
21.00 How We Got Here: Clara Barton
Saves the World
In 1862, the Battle of Antietam
rages! Standing right in the thick
of the fight is a former
schoolteacher with a brave
purpose – Clara Barton.
21.25 How We Got Here: Beer Unites
America
If German immigrant Adolphus
Busch dies in a deadly Civil War
standoff, one of the most popular
American products of all time will
never exist.
21.55 Death Machines: Going
Medieval
Medieval times were a golden age
for death machines. Driven by the
Spanish Inquisition and witchcraft,
more machines were created
during this time than any other
period in history.
22.50 Most Evil: Killer Lies
Dr Stone examines the killers who
attempt to cover up their crime,
and why they are considered more
evil for doing this.
23.45 Origins: Episode 2
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of the bow and
arrow, the gun and the atomic
bomb.
00.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 2
The challenge to build a multipurpose car adaptable to different
types of motor sport has been
established. Mark begins by
visiting the car kit manufacturer.
00.40 How We Got Here: Clara Barton
Saves the World
In 1862, the Battle of Antietam
rages! Standing right in the thick
of the fight is a former
schoolteacher with a brave
purpose – Clara Barton.
01.05 How We Got Here: Beer Unites
America
If German immigrant Adolphus
Busch dies in a deadly Civil War
standoff, one of the most popular
American products of all time will
never exist.
01.30 Death Machines: Going
Medieval
Medieval times were a golden age
for death machines. Driven by the
Spanish Inquisition and witchcraft,
more machines were created
during this time than any other
period in history.
02.20 Gunslingers: The Tombstone
Vendetta
When one of the frontier's bravest
men discovers the limits of the law
in Tombstone, he exacts his own
brand of justice on the cowboys
who shot his brothers.
03.10 Showdown: Air Combat: F4U
Corsair vs Zero
Join us as we uncover how
American pilot Gregory 'Pappy'
Boyington managed to shoot down
26 planes in a January 1944 air
battle.
03.58 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Date from
Hell
Young couple Brandon and Gina
are on a trip to a Palm Springs
mountain range when they find
themselves lost. A discovery in an
abandoned campsite suggests
there is no way out.
04.46 Origins: Episode 2
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of the bow and
arrow, the gun and the atomic
bomb.
05.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 2
The challenge to build a multipurpose car adaptable to different
types of motor sport has been
established. Mark begins by
visiting the car kit manufacturer.
05.34 The Aviators: Episode 5
Find out what it takes to be a US
Air Force Thunderbird and meet
the men and women who keep the
last remaining World War II B-29
bomber in the skies.
WEDNESDAY
10 JUNE 2015
06.00 Buena Vista Fishing Club:
Episode 8
Join Matt Hayes as he continues
his journey across Cuba with only
a fishing rod for company as he
samples the rich blend of culture
JUNE 2015
06.25
07.15
08.05
08.30
08.55
09.45
10.35
11.25
12.15
13.05
and history of this unique
Caribbean country.
Aircrash Confidential: The
Great Boeing 737 Tail-Fin
Mystery
Why did Boeing 737s, the world’s
busiest planes, suffer three fatal
crashes? Engineers revisit their
investigation. Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
True Stories: True Grit: The
True Story
Uncover the violent and
unforgiving reality of the Wild West
and explore the real people who
inspired the characters in the Coen
Brothers’ 2011 Oscar-nominated
film, True Grit.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 1
Mark Evans embarks on building
another dream project from
scratch - his new challenge is to
build a Westfield sports car and
compete in it at racing events.
Origins: Episode 1
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions, objects and
ideas. Today, we look at the origin
of scuba, helicopters and space
stations.
Petrol Age: Episode 1
Paul McGann presents a history of
British motoring - profiling the cars
and people that helped shape the
UK automotive industry's global
reputation. He begins with motor
racing.
Showdown: Air Combat: F4U
Corsair vs Zero
Join us as we uncover how
American pilot Gregory 'Pappy'
Boyington managed to shoot down
26 planes in a January 1944 air
battle.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Date from
Hell
Young couple Brandon and Gina
are on a trip to a Palm Springs
mountain range when they find
themselves lost. A discovery in an
abandoned campsite suggests
there is no way out.
Gunslingers: The Tombstone
Vendetta
When one of the frontier's bravest
men discovers the limits of the law
in Tombstone, he exacts his own
brand of justice on the cowboys
who shot his brothers.
Aircrash Confidential: AutoPilot Error
Auto-pilot is designed to protect
planes from human error, but
faults have killed hundreds – could
it fail again? Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 2
The challenge to build a multipurpose car adaptable to different
types of motor sport has been
established. Mark begins by
visiting the car kit manufacturer.
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13.30 Origins: Episode 2
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of the bow and
arrow, the gun and the atomic
bomb.
13.55 How We Got Here: Clara Barton
Saves the World
In 1862, the Battle of Antietam
rages! Standing right in the thick
of the fight is a former
schoolteacher with a brave
purpose – Clara Barton.
14.20 How We Got Here: Beer Unites
America
If German immigrant Adolphus
Busch dies in a deadly Civil War
standoff, one of the most popular
American products of all time will
never exist.
14.45 Heroes of Hell Island: The Men
Who Saved Malta
Summer 1940. While the allies’
efforts are focused on the Battle of
Britain, a few daredevil pilots are
entrusted with protecting Malta
against the Nazis' advance.
15.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Crushed
and Alone
A paramedic with years of
experience is crushed under his
quad bike on a remote hillside. He
has only a penknife and his
initiative to outwit the weather and
hungry coyotes.
16.25 Gunslingers: Billy The Kid – the
Phantom of Lincoln County
On a blood-stained frontier where
corruption is king, an unlikely hero
becomes a crusader for justice...
and revenge.
17.20 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 3
Mark continues with the building of
the Westfield sports car, installing
the drive shafts, fuel tank and
upper steering column.
17.45 Origins: Episode 3
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of antibiotics,
anaesthesia and organ transplants.
18.15 America: Facts vs Fiction: Red,
White and True?
Myths surround most of America’s
patriotic symbols. Was the Statue
of Liberty originally intended to
stand in Egypt? And who really
designed the American Flag?
18.40 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Engineering the Impossible
The truth about great feats of
engineering are clouded by myth.
Where does the Panama Canal
really run? And who completed the
transcontinental Railroad?
19.10 Aircrash Confidential: Pilot
Fatigue
Fatigue has left pilots drunk with
exhaustion, with fatal results for
hundreds - so why is the industry
ignoring the issue? Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
20.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 3
Mark continues with the building of
the Westfield sports car, installing
the drive shafts, fuel tank and
upper steering column.
20.30 Origins: Episode 3
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of antibiotics,
anaesthesia and organ transplants.
21.00 America: Facts vs Fiction: Red,
White and True?
Myths surround most of America’s
patriotic symbols. Was the Statue
of Liberty originally intended to
stand in Egypt? And who really
designed the American Flag?
21.25 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Engineering the Impossible
The truth about great feats of
engineering are clouded by myth.
Where does the Panama Canal
really run? And who completed the
transcontinental Railroad?
21.55 Death Machines: Modern
Devices
‘Death Machines' deconstructs the
machines invented by mankind to
cause destruction. Find out how
they work and why the most
devious devices are often the
pinnacle of design.
22.50 Most Evil: Cold-Blooded Killers
Meet notorious killers Bundy, Gacy,
Ridgway and Sells, and discover
startling evidence about these
murderers, as Dr Stone looks into
whether psychopaths are the most
evil.
23.45 Origins: Episode 3
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of antibiotics,
anaesthesia and organ transplants.
00.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 3
Mark continues with the building of
the Westfield sports car, installing
the drive shafts, fuel tank and
upper steering column.
00.40 America: Facts vs Fiction: Red,
White and True?
Myths surround most of America’s
patriotic symbols. Was the Statue
of Liberty originally intended to
stand in Egypt? And who really
designed the American Flag?
01.05 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Engineering the Impossible
The truth about great feats of
engineering are clouded by myth.
Where does the Panama Canal
really run? And who completed the
transcontinental Railroad?
01.30 Death Machines: Modern
Devices
‘Death Machines' deconstructs the
machines invented by mankind to
cause destruction. Find out how
they work and why the most
devious devices are often the
pinnacle of design.
JUNE 2015
02.20 Gunslingers: Billy The Kid – the
Phantom of Lincoln County
On a blood-stained frontier where
corruption is king, an unlikely hero
becomes a crusader for justice...
and revenge.
03.10 Heroes of Hell Island: The Men
Who Saved Malta
Summer 1940. While the allies’
efforts are focused on the Battle of
Britain, a few daredevil pilots are
entrusted with protecting Malta
against the Nazis' advance.
03.58 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Crushed
and Alone
A paramedic with years of
experience is crushed under his
quad bike on a remote hillside. He
has only a penknife and his
initiative to outwit the weather and
hungry coyotes.
04.46 Origins: Episode 3
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of antibiotics,
anaesthesia and organ transplants.
05.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 3
Mark continues with the building of
the Westfield sports car, installing
the drive shafts, fuel tank and
upper steering column.
05.34 The Aviators: Episode 6
The Aviators go behind the scenes
of a commercial flight and Kurtis
experiences oxygen deprivation in
the high-altitude lab at Embry
Riddle University in Florida.
THURSDAY
11 JUNE 2015
06.00 Buena Vista Fishing Club:
Episode 9
Join Matt Hayes as he continues
his journey across Cuba with only
a fishing rod for company as he
samples the rich blend of culture
and history of this unique
Caribbean country.
06.25 Aircrash Confidential: AutoPilot Error
Auto-pilot is designed to protect
planes from human error, but
faults have killed hundreds – could
it fail again? Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
07.15 Gunslingers: The Tombstone
Vendetta
When one of the frontier's bravest
men discovers the limits of the law
in Tombstone, he exacts his own
brand of justice on the cowboys
who shot his brothers.
08.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 2
The challenge to build a multipurpose car adaptable to different
types of motor sport has been
established. Mark begins by
visiting the car kit manufacturer.
08.30 Origins: Episode 2
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
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08.55
09.20
09.45
10.35
11.25
12.15
13.05
13.30
13.55
14.20
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of the bow and
arrow, the gun and the atomic
bomb.
How We Got Here: Clara Barton
Saves the World
In 1862, the Battle of Antietam
rages! Standing right in the thick
of the fight is a former
schoolteacher with a brave
purpose – Clara Barton.
How We Got Here: Beer Unites
America
If German immigrant Adolphus
Busch dies in a deadly Civil War
standoff, one of the most popular
American products of all time will
never exist.
Heroes of Hell Island: The Men
Who Saved Malta
Summer 1940. While the allies’
efforts are focused on the Battle of
Britain, a few daredevil pilots are
entrusted with protecting Malta
against the Nazis' advance.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Crushed
and Alone
A paramedic with years of
experience is crushed under his
quad bike on a remote hillside. He
has only a penknife and his
initiative to outwit the weather and
hungry coyotes.
Gunslingers: Billy The Kid – the
Phantom of Lincoln County
On a blood-stained frontier where
corruption is king, an unlikely hero
becomes a crusader for justice...
and revenge.
Aircrash Confidential: Pilot
Fatigue
Fatigue has left pilots drunk with
exhaustion, with fatal results for
hundreds - so why is the industry
ignoring the issue? Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 3
Mark continues with the building of
the Westfield sports car, installing
the drive shafts, fuel tank and
upper steering column.
Origins: Episode 3
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of antibiotics,
anaesthesia and organ transplants.
America: Facts vs Fiction: Red,
White and True?
Myths surround most of America’s
patriotic symbols. Was the Statue
of Liberty originally intended to
stand in Egypt? And who really
designed the American Flag?
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Engineering the Impossible
The truth about great feats of
engineering are clouded by myth.
Where does the Panama Canal
really run? And who completed the
transcontinental Railroad?
14.45 The Rise and Fall of the
Japanese Empire: Episode 1
The dramatic story of an ambitious
warrior nation, that ultimately paid
a terrible price for its audacity.
15.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Boys
Adrift
Josh and Troy are fishing when
they are swept out to sea. For
seven days they are lost but when
the coastguard call off the search,
the local community launch a
rescue mission.
16.25 Gunslingers: Jesse James – the
South’s Last Rebel
From the ashes of the Confederacy
rises a rebel outlaw determined to
get rich... and get even. Jesse
James is seen by many as a
modern-day Robin Hood.
17.20 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 4
Mark installs the engine, propshaft,
starter motor and gear lever of his
Westfield sports car.
17.45 Origins: Episode 4
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of the telescope,
radiology and the microscope.
18.15 Dakar Rally: Frontline to Finish
Line: Episode 1
A team comprised of injured UK
and US servicemen who thought
they’d never walk again take on
the infamous and unforgiving
Dakar Rally. But will they succeed?
19.10 Aircrash Confidential: Systems
Failure
Modern aircraft are so advanced
they almost fly themselves. But
what happens when a major
systems failure occurs? Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
20.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 4
Mark installs the engine, propshaft,
starter motor and gear lever of his
Westfield sports car.
20.30 Origins: Episode 4
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of the telescope,
radiology and the microscope.
21.00 Dakar Rally: Frontline to Finish
Line: Episode 1
A team comprised of injured UK
and US servicemen who thought
they’d never walk again take on
the infamous and unforgiving
Dakar Rally. But will they succeed?
21.55 Death Machines: Roman
Machines
The Romans were expert torturers,
though they tended to go too far:
less torture, more actual killing.
Their terrible tools included the
human press and the tree tearer.
22.50 Most Evil: Murderous Women
Dr Stone examines why women
are driven to kill when 90% of
murders are committed by men
and also why these murderesses
JUNE 2015
23.45
00.10
00.40
01.30
02.20
03.10
03.58
04.46
05.10
05.34
tend to kill the people closest to
them.
Origins: Episode 4
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of the telescope,
radiology and the microscope.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 4
Mark installs the engine, propshaft,
starter motor and gear lever of his
Westfield sports car.
Dakar Rally: Frontline to Finish
Line: Episode 1
A team comprised of injured UK
and US servicemen who thought
they’d never walk again take on
the infamous and unforgiving
Dakar Rally. But will they succeed?
Death Machines: Roman
Machines
The Romans were expert torturers,
though they tended to go too far:
less torture, more actual killing.
Their terrible tools included the
human press and the tree tearer.
Gunslingers: Jesse James – the
South’s Last Rebel
From the ashes of the Confederacy
rises a rebel outlaw determined to
get rich... and get even. Jesse
James is seen by many as a
modern-day Robin Hood.
The Rise and Fall of the
Japanese Empire: Episode 1
The dramatic story of an ambitious
warrior nation, that ultimately paid
a terrible price for its audacity.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Boys
Adrift
Josh and Troy are fishing when
they are swept out to sea. For
seven days they are lost but when
the coastguard call off the search,
the local community launch a
rescue mission.
Origins: Episode 4
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of the telescope,
radiology and the microscope.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 4
Mark installs the engine, propshaft,
starter motor and gear lever of his
Westfield sports car.
The Aviators: Episode 7
Explore the T-28 Trojan training
aircraft used by the air force and
navy during the Vietnam War, and
investigate the rising trend in highend single pilot flying.
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07.15
08.05
08.30
08.55
09.20
09.45
10.35
11.25
12.15
FRIDAY
12 JUNE 2015
06.00 Buena Vista Fishing Club:
Episode 10
Matt completes his fantastic
journey across Cuba with only a
fishing rod for company and sums
up his experiences of the rich
13.05
13.30
blend of culture and history of this
unique island.
Aircrash Confidential: Pilot
Fatigue
Fatigue has left pilots drunk with
exhaustion, with fatal results for
hundreds - so why is the industry
ignoring the issue? Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
Gunslingers: Billy The Kid – the
Phantom of Lincoln County
On a blood-stained frontier where
corruption is king, an unlikely hero
becomes a crusader for justice...
and revenge.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 3
Mark continues with the building of
the Westfield sports car, installing
the drive shafts, fuel tank and
upper steering column.
Origins: Episode 3
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of antibiotics,
anaesthesia and organ transplants.
America: Facts vs Fiction: Red,
White and True?
Myths surround most of America’s
patriotic symbols. Was the Statue
of Liberty originally intended to
stand in Egypt? And who really
designed the American Flag?
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Engineering the Impossible
The truth about great feats of
engineering are clouded by myth.
Where does the Panama Canal
really run? And who completed the
transcontinental Railroad?
The Rise and Fall of the
Japanese Empire: Episode 1
The dramatic story of an ambitious
warrior nation, that ultimately paid
a terrible price for its audacity.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Boys
Adrift
Josh and Troy are fishing when
they are swept out to sea. For
seven days they are lost but when
the coastguard call off the search,
the local community launch a
rescue mission.
Gunslingers: Jesse James – the
South’s Last Rebel
From the ashes of the Confederacy
rises a rebel outlaw determined to
get rich... and get even. Jesse
James is seen by many as a
modern-day Robin Hood.
Aircrash Confidential: Systems
Failure
Modern aircraft are so advanced
they almost fly themselves. But
what happens when a major
systems failure occurs? Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 4
Mark installs the engine, propshaft,
starter motor and gear lever of his
Westfield sports car.
Origins: Episode 4
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
13.55
14.45
15.35
16.25
17.20
17.45
18.15
19.10
20.05
20.30
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of the telescope,
radiology and the microscope.
Dakar Rally: Frontline to Finish
Line: Episode 1
A team comprised of injured UK
and US servicemen who thought
they’d never walk again take on
the infamous and unforgiving
Dakar Rally. But will they succeed?
The Rise and Fall of the
Japanese Empire: Episode 2
The dramatic story of an ambitious
warrior nation, that ultimately paid
a terrible price for its audacity.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Fear in
Freefall
Skydiving in Costa Rica goes
horribly wrong for Will when freak
weather hurls his plane into the
sea and he is left for 24 hours in
shark infested waters. Rescue
must come soon.
Gunslingers: Wild Bill –
Marksman and Marked Man
When the most famous man in the
West outlives his legend, he
becomes the target of gunslingers
eager to gain fame by shooting
him dead.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 5
Mark Evans continues his challenge
to build a Westfield sports car from
scratch. He works on the
dashboard and installs the
instruments with some help from
the 750 Motor Club.
Origins: Episode 5
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the train, the automobile and the
airplane.
Mighty Mississippi: Episode 2
Trevor McDonald meets Hollywood
star Morgan Freeman, visits the
place where Martin Luther King
was assassinated, and talks to a
former girlfriend of Elvis Presley.
Aircrash Confidential: Poor
Maintenance
Discover how microscopic
maintenance problems can mean
the difference between life and
death for the people on board.
Contains reconstructions of
accidents.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 5
Mark Evans continues his challenge
to build a Westfield sports car from
scratch. He works on the
dashboard and installs the
instruments with some help from
the 750 Motor Club.
Origins: Episode 5
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the train, the automobile and the
airplane.
JUNE 2015
21.00 Mighty Mississippi: Episode 2
Trevor McDonald meets Hollywood
star Morgan Freeman, visits the
place where Martin Luther King
was assassinated, and talks to a
former girlfriend of Elvis Presley.
21.55 Surviving D-Day
Explore the battle for Omaha
Beach and beyond, as stunning
graphics and 3D environments
portray the life-or-death reality of
being part of an operation that
changed history.
23.45 Origins: Episode 5
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the train, the automobile and the
airplane.
00.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 5
Mark Evans continues his challenge
to build a Westfield sports car from
scratch. He works on the
dashboard and installs the
instruments with some help from
the 750 Motor Club.
00.40 Mighty Mississippi: Episode 2
Trevor McDonald meets Hollywood
star Morgan Freeman, visits the
place where Martin Luther King
was assassinated, and talks to a
former girlfriend of Elvis Presley.
01.30 Surviving D-Day
Explore the battle for Omaha
Beach and beyond, as stunning
graphics and 3D environments
portray the life-or-death reality of
being part of an operation that
changed history.
03.10 The Rise and Fall of the
Japanese Empire: Episode 2
The dramatic story of an ambitious
warrior nation, that ultimately paid
a terrible price for its audacity.
03.58 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Fear in
Freefall
Skydiving in Costa Rica goes
horribly wrong for Will when freak
weather hurls his plane into the
sea and he is left for 24 hours in
shark infested waters. Rescue
must come soon.
04.46 Origins: Episode 5
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the train, the automobile and the
airplane.
05.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 5
Mark Evans continues his challenge
to build a Westfield sports car from
scratch. He works on the
dashboard and installs the
instruments with some help from
the 750 Motor Club.
05.34 The Aviators: Episode 8
Anthony investigates ways to
make a living in the world of
aviation besides being an airline
pilot. Also, discover how a 75year-old DC-3 is being converted
into a modern marvel.
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SATURDAY
13 JUNE 2015
06.00 Cast Out: Canada – Salmon
Spencer Smith's Canadian fishing
trip begins on Vancouver Island
where he trolls for Coho salmon,
then goes drift fishing down the
Stamp River.
06.25 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Trapped
in the Canyon
After falling down a canyon, an
athlete is trapped with horrific
internal injuries. Dying slowly with
just her dog for company, she
faces the endurance challenge of
her life.
07.15 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Date from
Hell
Young couple Brandon and Gina
are on a trip to a Palm Springs
mountain range when they find
themselves lost. A discovery in an
abandoned campsite suggests
there is no way out.
08.05 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Crushed
and Alone
A paramedic with years of
experience is crushed under his
quad bike on a remote hillside. He
has only a penknife and his
initiative to outwit the weather and
hungry coyotes.
08.55 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Boys
Adrift
Josh and Troy are fishing when
they are swept out to sea. For
seven days they are lost but when
the coastguard call off the search,
the local community launch a
rescue mission.
09.45 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Fear in
Freefall
Skydiving in Costa Rica goes
horribly wrong for Will when freak
weather hurls his plane into the
sea and he is left for 24 hours in
shark infested waters. Rescue
must come soon.
10.35 Aircrash Confidential: The
Great Boeing 737 Tail-Fin
Mystery
Why did Boeing 737s, the world’s
busiest planes, suffer three fatal
crashes? Engineers revisit their
investigation. Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
11.25 Aircrash Confidential: AutoPilot Error
Auto-pilot is designed to protect
planes from human error, but
faults have killed hundreds – could
it fail again? Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
12.15 Aircrash Confidential: Pilot
Fatigue
Fatigue has left pilots drunk with
exhaustion, with fatal results for
hundreds - so why is the industry
ignoring the issue? Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
13.05 Aircrash Confidential: Systems
Failure
Modern aircraft are so advanced
they almost fly themselves. But
what happens when a major
systems failure occurs? Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
13.55 Aircrash Confidential: Poor
Maintenance
Discover how microscopic
maintenance problems can mean
the difference between life and
death for the people on board.
Contains reconstructions of
accidents.
14.45 How We Got Here: Clara Barton
Saves the World
In 1862, the Battle of Antietam
rages! Standing right in the thick
of the fight is a former
schoolteacher with a brave
purpose – Clara Barton.
15.10 How We Got Here: Beer Unites
America
If German immigrant Adolphus
Busch dies in a deadly Civil War
standoff, one of the most popular
American products of all time will
never exist.
15.35 Surviving D-Day
Explore the battle for Omaha
Beach and beyond, as stunning
graphics and 3D environments
portray the life-or-death reality of
being part of an operation that
changed history.
17.20 Petrol Age: Episode 1
Paul McGann presents a history of
British motoring - profiling the cars
and people that helped shape the
UK automotive industry's global
reputation. He begins with motor
racing.
18.15 World's Busiest: Train Station
Explores the incredible stories of
the busiest places on Earth.
Tokyo’s Shinjuku Station singlehandedly carries over two thirds as
many commuters as the NYC
subway.
19.10 America: Facts vs Fiction: Red,
White and True?
Myths surround most of America’s
patriotic symbols. Was the Statue
of Liberty originally intended to
stand in Egypt? And who really
designed the American Flag?
19.35 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Engineering the Impossible
The truth about great feats of
engineering are clouded by myth.
Where does the Panama Canal
really run? And who completed the
transcontinental Railroad?
20.05 Dakar Rally: Frontline to Finish
Line: Episode 1
A team comprised of injured UK
and US servicemen who thought
they’d never walk again take on
the infamous and unforgiving
Dakar Rally. But will they succeed?
21.00 World's Busiest: Train Station
Explores the incredible stories of
the busiest places on Earth.
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02.20
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Tokyo’s Shinjuku Station singlehandedly carries over two thirds as
many commuters as the NYC
subway.
How We Got Here: Clara Barton
Saves the World
In 1862, the Battle of Antietam
rages! Standing right in the thick
of the fight is a former
schoolteacher with a brave
purpose – Clara Barton.
How We Got Here: Beer Unites
America
If German immigrant Adolphus
Busch dies in a deadly Civil War
standoff, one of the most popular
American products of all time will
never exist.
Petrol Age: Episode 1
Paul McGann presents a history of
British motoring - profiling the cars
and people that helped shape the
UK automotive industry's global
reputation. He begins with motor
racing.
Death Machines: Ancient
Machines
‘Death Machines' deconstructs the
machines invented by mankind to
cause destruction. Find out how
they work and why the most
devious devices are often the
pinnacle of design.
Death Machines: Going
Medieval
Medieval times were a golden age
for death machines. Driven by the
Spanish Inquisition and witchcraft,
more machines were created
during this time than any other
period in history.
Showdown: Air Combat: P-47
Thunderbolt v Fw 190
Discover how pilot Dominic Gentile
took on German foes in a lowaltitude dogfight in 1944.
Showdown: Air Combat: F4U
Corsair vs Zero
Join us as we uncover how
American pilot Gregory 'Pappy'
Boyington managed to shoot down
26 planes in a January 1944 air
battle.
Heroes of Hell Island: The Men
Who Saved Malta
Summer 1940. While the allies’
efforts are focused on the Battle of
Britain, a few daredevil pilots are
entrusted with protecting Malta
against the Nazis' advance.
The Rise and Fall of the
Japanese Empire: Episode 1
The dramatic story of an ambitious
warrior nation, that ultimately paid
a terrible price for its audacity.
The Rise and Fall of the
Japanese Empire: Episode 2
The dramatic story of an ambitious
warrior nation, that ultimately paid
a terrible price for its audacity.
The Aviators: Episode 9
Sara and Anthony demonstrate
how to start-up and run-up an
aeroplane. Later, the Aerostars – a
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precision aerobatic team that fly
Yak 52s – perform a captivating
aerial show.
SUNDAY
14 JUNE 2015
06.00 Cast Out: Canada – Trout and
Sturgeon
Spencer Smith takes a helicopter
to the Pitt River to fly-fish for
trout, then travels to the River
Frazer in a jet boat to go fishing
for sturgeon.
06.25 True Stories: True Grit: The
True Story
Uncover the violent and
unforgiving reality of the Wild West
and explore the real people who
inspired the characters in the Coen
Brothers’ 2011 Oscar-nominated
film, True Grit.
07.15 Gunslingers: The Tombstone
Vendetta
When one of the frontier's bravest
men discovers the limits of the law
in Tombstone, he exacts his own
brand of justice on the cowboys
who shot his brothers.
08.05 Gunslingers: Billy The Kid – the
Phantom of Lincoln County
On a blood-stained frontier where
corruption is king, an unlikely hero
becomes a crusader for justice...
and revenge.
08.55 Gunslingers: Jesse James – the
South’s Last Rebel
From the ashes of the Confederacy
rises a rebel outlaw determined to
get rich... and get even. Jesse
James is seen by many as a
modern-day Robin Hood.
09.45 Gunslingers: Wild Bill –
Marksman and Marked Man
When the most famous man in the
West outlives his legend, he
becomes the target of gunslingers
eager to gain fame by shooting
him dead.
10.35 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 1
Mark Evans embarks on building
another dream project from
scratch - his new challenge is to
build a Westfield sports car and
compete in it at racing events.
11.00 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 2
The challenge to build a multipurpose car adaptable to different
types of motor sport has been
established. Mark begins by
visiting the car kit manufacturer.
11.25 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 3
Mark continues with the building of
the Westfield sports car, installing
the drive shafts, fuel tank and
upper steering column.
11.50 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 4
Mark installs the engine, propshaft,
starter motor and gear lever of his
Westfield sports car.
12.15 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 5
Mark Evans continues his challenge
to build a Westfield sports car from
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14.20
14.45
15.35
16.25
17.20
17.45
18.15
scratch. He works on the
dashboard and installs the
instruments with some help from
the 750 Motor Club.
Origins: Episode 1
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions, objects and
ideas. Today, we look at the origin
of scuba, helicopters and space
stations.
Origins: Episode 2
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of the bow and
arrow, the gun and the atomic
bomb.
Origins: Episode 3
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of antibiotics,
anaesthesia and organ transplants.
Origins: Episode 4
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of the telescope,
radiology and the microscope.
Origins: Episode 5
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the train, the automobile and the
airplane.
Petrol Age: Episode 1
Paul McGann presents a history of
British motoring - profiling the cars
and people that helped shape the
UK automotive industry's global
reputation. He begins with motor
racing.
Mighty Mississippi: Episode 2
Trevor McDonald meets Hollywood
star Morgan Freeman, visits the
place where Martin Luther King
was assassinated, and talks to a
former girlfriend of Elvis Presley.
Dakar Rally: Frontline to Finish
Line: Episode 1
A team comprised of injured UK
and US servicemen who thought
they’d never walk again take on
the infamous and unforgiving
Dakar Rally. But will they succeed?
How We Got Here: Clara Barton
Saves the World
In 1862, the Battle of Antietam
rages! Standing right in the thick
of the fight is a former
schoolteacher with a brave
purpose – Clara Barton.
How We Got Here: Beer Unites
America
If German immigrant Adolphus
Busch dies in a deadly Civil War
standoff, one of the most popular
American products of all time will
never exist.
Welcome to Rio: Episode 1
With the 2016 Olympics around
the corner, the clean-up operation
JUNE 2015
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02.20
of Rio is under way. Explore the
city through the eyes of the people
who are on the frontline of its
development.
Welcome to India: Episode 1
An observational documentary
series in which ordinary Indians
show us how they make their living
in extraordinary ways, making the
most of every resource available.
America: Facts vs Fiction: Red,
White and True?
Myths surround most of America’s
patriotic symbols. Was the Statue
of Liberty originally intended to
stand in Egypt? And who really
designed the American Flag?
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Engineering the Impossible
The truth about great feats of
engineering are clouded by myth.
Where does the Panama Canal
really run? And who completed the
transcontinental Railroad?
Welcome to Rio: Episode 1
With the 2016 Olympics around
the corner, the clean-up operation
of Rio is under way. Explore the
city through the eyes of the people
who are on the frontline of its
development.
Welcome to India: Episode 1
An observational documentary
series in which ordinary Indians
show us how they make their living
in extraordinary ways, making the
most of every resource available.
World's Busiest: Train Station
Explores the incredible stories of
the busiest places on Earth.
Tokyo’s Shinjuku Station singlehandedly carries over two thirds as
many commuters as the NYC
subway.
Death Machines: Modern
Devices
‘Death Machines' deconstructs the
machines invented by mankind to
cause destruction. Find out how
they work and why the most
devious devices are often the
pinnacle of design.
Death Machines: Roman
Machines
The Romans were expert torturers,
though they tended to go too far:
less torture, more actual killing.
Their terrible tools included the
human press and the tree tearer.
True Stories: True Grit: The
True Story
Uncover the violent and
unforgiving reality of the Wild West
and explore the real people who
inspired the characters in the Coen
Brothers’ 2011 Oscar-nominated
film, True Grit.
Gunslingers: The Tombstone
Vendetta
When one of the frontier's bravest
men discovers the limits of the law
in Tombstone, he exacts his own
brand of justice on the cowboys
who shot his brothers.
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03.10 Gunslingers: Billy The Kid – the
Phantom of Lincoln County
On a blood-stained frontier where
corruption is king, an unlikely hero
becomes a crusader for justice...
and revenge.
03.58 Gunslingers: Jesse James – the
South’s Last Rebel
From the ashes of the Confederacy
rises a rebel outlaw determined to
get rich... and get even. Jesse
James is seen by many as a
modern-day Robin Hood.
04.46 Gunslingers: Wild Bill –
Marksman and Marked Man
When the most famous man in the
West outlives his legend, he
becomes the target of gunslingers
eager to gain fame by shooting
him dead.
05.34 The Aviators: Episode 10
Discover the plane that introduces
fighter pilots to carrier landings:
the T-45 Goshawk. And, learn the
skills needed to fly the oldest form
of human aircraft, the hot air
balloon.
MONDAY
15 JUNE 2015
06.00 Cast Out: Norway – Cod
Braving arctic conditions, Spencer
goes sea and ice salt-water fishing
for cod and fresh water fishing for
Arctic char with guide Klass
Jonkman.
06.25 Aircrash Confidential: Systems
Failure
Modern aircraft are so advanced
they almost fly themselves. But
what happens when a major
systems failure occurs? Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
07.15 Gunslingers: Jesse James – the
South’s Last Rebel
From the ashes of the Confederacy
rises a rebel outlaw determined to
get rich... and get even. Jesse
James is seen by many as a
modern-day Robin Hood.
08.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 4
Mark installs the engine, propshaft,
starter motor and gear lever of his
Westfield sports car.
08.30 Origins: Episode 4
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions. Today, we
look at the stories of the telescope,
radiology and the microscope.
08.55 Dakar Rally: Frontline to Finish
Line: Episode 1
A team comprised of injured UK
and US servicemen who thought
they’d never walk again take on
the infamous and unforgiving
Dakar Rally. But will they succeed?
09.45 The Rise and Fall of the
Japanese Empire: Episode 2
The dramatic story of an ambitious
warrior nation, that ultimately paid
a terrible price for its audacity.
10.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Fear in
Freefall
Skydiving in Costa Rica goes
horribly wrong for Will when freak
weather hurls his plane into the
sea and he is left for 24 hours in
shark infested waters. Rescue
must come soon.
11.25 Gunslingers: Wild Bill –
Marksman and Marked Man
When the most famous man in the
West outlives his legend, he
becomes the target of gunslingers
eager to gain fame by shooting
him dead.
12.15 Aircrash Confidential: Poor
Maintenance
Discover how microscopic
maintenance problems can mean
the difference between life and
death for the people on board.
Contains reconstructions of
accidents.
13.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 5
Mark Evans continues his challenge
to build a Westfield sports car from
scratch. He works on the
dashboard and installs the
instruments with some help from
the 750 Motor Club.
13.30 Origins: Episode 5
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the train, the automobile and the
airplane.
13.55 Mighty Mississippi: Episode 2
Trevor McDonald meets Hollywood
star Morgan Freeman, visits the
place where Martin Luther King
was assassinated, and talks to a
former girlfriend of Elvis Presley.
14.45 Doomsday - World War I: The
Fall Of Man
After numerous crushing routs by
the Allied army in 1918, Germany
is inevitably heading towards
defeat. Will a bitter loss spawn a
new generation seeking revenge?
15.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Shattered
on Impact
Four men dedicated to protecting
animals in Africa are flying over a
remote escarpment. The plane
crashes, leaving three of them
seriously injured. How long can
they survive?
16.25 Gunslingers: John Wesley
Hardin – the Dark Heart of
Texas
In the aftermath of the Civil War, a
gunman wages a bloody crusade
against anyone who stands
between him and his notions of
freedom.
17.20 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 6
Mark continues working on his selfbuild project. In this episode, he
concentrates on the chassis of the
car and finds out about the
manufacture of fibreglass and
carbon fibre.
JUNE 2015
17.45 Origins: Episode 6
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the seismograph, the radar and
the satellite.
18.15 Petrol Age: Episode 2
Paul McGann explores how British
luxury car manufacturers became
internationally renowned as
leaders in their field. He profiles
the much-coveted Rolls-Royce and
Bentley.
19.10 Aircrash Confidential: TakeOffs and Crash Landings
Take off is the most dangerous
moment of any flight. But what
makes the difference between
success and disaster? Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
20.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 6
Mark continues working on his selfbuild project. In this episode, he
concentrates on the chassis of the
car and finds out about the
manufacture of fibreglass and
carbon fibre.
20.30 Origins: Episode 6
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the seismograph, the radar and
the satellite.
21.00 Petrol Age: Episode 2
Paul McGann explores how British
luxury car manufacturers became
internationally renowned as
leaders in their field. He profiles
the much-coveted Rolls-Royce and
Bentley.
21.55 Death Machines: Witches and
Heretics
Supposed witches and heretics had
a hard time proving their
innocence, especially when
subjected to the disembowelment
crank or the Aragon wheel of
death.
22.50 Most Evil: Partners in Crime
Dr Stone looks into the physiology
of love and the power of authority
as he delves into the motives and
methods of accomplice killers and
their evil partnerships.
23.45 Origins: Episode 6
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the seismograph, the radar and
the satellite.
00.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 6
Mark continues working on his selfbuild project. In this episode, he
concentrates on the chassis of the
car and finds out about the
manufacture of fibreglass and
carbon fibre.
00.40 Petrol Age: Episode 2
Paul McGann explores how British
luxury car manufacturers became
internationally renowned as
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leaders in their field. He profiles
the much-coveted Rolls-Royce and
Bentley.
Death Machines: Witches and
Heretics
Supposed witches and heretics had
a hard time proving their
innocence, especially when
subjected to the disembowelment
crank or the Aragon wheel of
death.
Gunslingers: John Wesley
Hardin – the Dark Heart of
Texas
In the aftermath of the Civil War, a
gunman wages a bloody crusade
against anyone who stands
between him and his notions of
freedom.
Doomsday - World War I: The
Fall Of Man
After numerous crushing routs by
the Allied army in 1918, Germany
is inevitably heading towards
defeat. Will a bitter loss spawn a
new generation seeking revenge?
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Shattered
on Impact
Four men dedicated to protecting
animals in Africa are flying over a
remote escarpment. The plane
crashes, leaving three of them
seriously injured. How long can
they survive?
Origins: Episode 6
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the seismograph, the radar and
the satellite.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 6
Mark continues working on his selfbuild project. In this episode, he
concentrates on the chassis of the
car and finds out about the
manufacture of fibreglass and
carbon fibre.
The Aviators: Episode 11
Sara flies the MU-2 and learns why
it has such a loyal following. Later,
the Air National Guard add a jetpowered punch to the end of the
national anthem at a Nascar race.
TUESDAY
16 JUNE 2015
06.00 Cast Out: Poland – Pike, Trout
& Carp
With help from some local guides,
Spencer Smith goes fishing for
pike, trout and carp on the Polish
lakes and streams of Piaseczno,
south of Warsaw.
06.25 Aircrash Confidential: Poor
Maintenance
Discover how microscopic
maintenance problems can mean
the difference between life and
death for the people on board.
Contains reconstructions of
accidents.
07.15 Gunslingers: Wild Bill –
Marksman and Marked Man
When the most famous man in the
West outlives his legend, he
becomes the target of gunslingers
eager to gain fame by shooting
him dead.
08.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 5
Mark Evans continues his challenge
to build a Westfield sports car from
scratch. He works on the
dashboard and installs the
instruments with some help from
the 750 Motor Club.
08.30 Origins: Episode 5
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the train, the automobile and the
airplane.
08.55 Mighty Mississippi: Episode 2
Trevor McDonald meets Hollywood
star Morgan Freeman, visits the
place where Martin Luther King
was assassinated, and talks to a
former girlfriend of Elvis Presley.
09.45 Doomsday - World War I: The
Fall Of Man
After numerous crushing routs by
the Allied army in 1918, Germany
is inevitably heading towards
defeat. Will a bitter loss spawn a
new generation seeking revenge?
10.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Shattered
on Impact
Four men dedicated to protecting
animals in Africa are flying over a
remote escarpment. The plane
crashes, leaving three of them
seriously injured. How long can
they survive?
11.25 Gunslingers: John Wesley
Hardin – the Dark Heart of
Texas
In the aftermath of the Civil War, a
gunman wages a bloody crusade
against anyone who stands
between him and his notions of
freedom.
12.15 Aircrash Confidential: TakeOffs and Crash Landings
Take off is the most dangerous
moment of any flight. But what
makes the difference between
success and disaster? Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
13.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 6
Mark continues working on his selfbuild project. In this episode, he
concentrates on the chassis of the
car and finds out about the
manufacture of fibreglass and
carbon fibre.
13.30 Origins: Episode 6
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the seismograph, the radar and
the satellite.
13.55 Petrol Age: Episode 2
Paul McGann explores how British
luxury car manufacturers became
JUNE 2015
14.45
15.35
16.25
17.20
17.45
18.15
18.40
19.10
20.05
20.30
21.00
internationally renowned as
leaders in their field. He profiles
the much-coveted Rolls-Royce and
Bentley.
Doomsday - World War I:
Purgatory
Follow the contrasting exploits of
Charles De Gaulle and Herman
Goering in WW1 and discover
whether their experiences in battle
led to their eventual roles in WW2.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Lost in the
Outback
Treasure hunter Theo is searching
for gold in Australia. On his first
trip since heart surgery, he
becomes lost. Without food, water
or his medication he must fight for
his life.
Gunslingers: Tom Horn – Grim
Reaper of the Rockies
As the Wild West becomes settled,
hitman Tom Horn kills for men who
want to preserve the old order
where violence rules all.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 7
The focus of the work is turning
towards the interior of the car.
Mark gets to grips with the choice
of seats for the Westfield.
Origins: Episode 7
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history at
skydiving, mountaineering and
ultra-running.
How We Got Here:
Rockefeller's Oil Empire
A 24-year-old bookkeeper, John D
Rockefeller, is about to bet every
penny he has on a fledgling upstart
industry.
How We Got Here: Steel Builds
the Metropolis
The trains along the Pennsylvania
Railroad line have stopped. What
Andrew Carnegie does next could
put him on a path to change the
world.
Crashes That Changed Flying:
Delta 191
The crash of Delta flight 191
provided new insights into aviation
safety. See how evidence from the
crash has been used to save lives
and make aeroplanes safer for the
future.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 7
The focus of the work is turning
towards the interior of the car.
Mark gets to grips with the choice
of seats for the Westfield.
Origins: Episode 7
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history at
skydiving, mountaineering and
ultra-running.
How We Got Here:
Rockefeller's Oil Empire
A 24-year-old bookkeeper, John D
Rockefeller, is about to bet every
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21.25
21.55
22.50
23.45
00.10
00.40
01.05
01.30
02.20
03.10
03.58
penny he has on a fledgling upstart
industry.
How We Got Here: Steel Builds
the Metropolis
The trains along the Pennsylvania
Railroad line have stopped. What
Andrew Carnegie does next could
put him on a path to change the
world.
Death Machines: The
Inquisition
Go inside the macabre machines of
history's most terrifying tribunal,
including the Judas cradle, the
interrogation chair and the skin
peeler.
Most Evil: Psychotic Killers
What act of violence is the most
evil? Dr Stone looks into the
science of psychosis to learn what
happens in the mind of a psychotic
killer to make him commit terrible
murders.
Origins: Episode 7
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history at
skydiving, mountaineering and
ultra-running.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 7
The focus of the work is turning
towards the interior of the car.
Mark gets to grips with the choice
of seats for the Westfield.
How We Got Here:
Rockefeller's Oil Empire
A 24-year-old bookkeeper, John D
Rockefeller, is about to bet every
penny he has on a fledgling upstart
industry.
How We Got Here: Steel Builds
the Metropolis
The trains along the Pennsylvania
Railroad line have stopped. What
Andrew Carnegie does next could
put him on a path to change the
world.
Death Machines: The
Inquisition
Go inside the macabre machines of
history's most terrifying tribunal,
including the Judas cradle, the
interrogation chair and the skin
peeler.
Gunslingers: Tom Horn – Grim
Reaper of the Rockies
As the Wild West becomes settled,
hitman Tom Horn kills for men who
want to preserve the old order
where violence rules all.
Doomsday - World War I:
Purgatory
Follow the contrasting exploits of
Charles De Gaulle and Herman
Goering in WW1 and discover
whether their experiences in battle
led to their eventual roles in WW2.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Lost in the
Outback
Treasure hunter Theo is searching
for gold in Australia. On his first
trip since heart surgery, he
becomes lost. Without food, water
or his medication he must fight for
his life.
04.46 Origins: Episode 7
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history at
skydiving, mountaineering and
ultra-running.
05.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 7
The focus of the work is turning
towards the interior of the car.
Mark gets to grips with the choice
of seats for the Westfield.
05.34 The Aviators: Episode 12
The world's most advanced stealth
fighter jet, the F-22 Raptor, is
profiled. Later, join Motley Crue's
lead singer Vince Neil as he starts
taking flying lessons.
WEDNESDAY
17 JUNE 2015
06.00 Cast Out: The Gambia –
Snapper, Tiger Fish &
Barracuda
Spencer Smith travels to the
Gambia where he and some local
guides fish the regions beaches,
reefs and of course the Gambia
River.
06.25 Aircrash Confidential: TakeOffs and Crash Landings
Take off is the most dangerous
moment of any flight. But what
makes the difference between
success and disaster? Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
07.15 Gunslingers: John Wesley
Hardin – the Dark Heart of
Texas
In the aftermath of the Civil War, a
gunman wages a bloody crusade
against anyone who stands
between him and his notions of
freedom.
08.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 6
Mark continues working on his selfbuild project. In this episode, he
concentrates on the chassis of the
car and finds out about the
manufacture of fibreglass and
carbon fibre.
08.30 Origins: Episode 6
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the seismograph, the radar and
the satellite.
08.55 Petrol Age: Episode 2
Paul McGann explores how British
luxury car manufacturers became
internationally renowned as
leaders in their field. He profiles
the much-coveted Rolls-Royce and
Bentley.
09.45 Doomsday - World War I:
Purgatory
Follow the contrasting exploits of
Charles De Gaulle and Herman
Goering in WW1 and discover
JUNE 2015
10.35
11.25
12.15
13.05
13.30
13.55
14.20
14.45
15.35
16.25
17.20
whether their experiences in battle
led to their eventual roles in WW2.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Lost in the
Outback
Treasure hunter Theo is searching
for gold in Australia. On his first
trip since heart surgery, he
becomes lost. Without food, water
or his medication he must fight for
his life.
Gunslingers: Tom Horn – Grim
Reaper of the Rockies
As the Wild West becomes settled,
hitman Tom Horn kills for men who
want to preserve the old order
where violence rules all.
Crashes That Changed Flying:
Delta 191
The crash of Delta flight 191
provided new insights into aviation
safety. See how evidence from the
crash has been used to save lives
and make aeroplanes safer for the
future.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 7
The focus of the work is turning
towards the interior of the car.
Mark gets to grips with the choice
of seats for the Westfield.
Origins: Episode 7
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history at
skydiving, mountaineering and
ultra-running.
How We Got Here:
Rockefeller's Oil Empire
A 24-year-old bookkeeper, John D
Rockefeller, is about to bet every
penny he has on a fledgling upstart
industry.
How We Got Here: Steel Builds
the Metropolis
The trains along the Pennsylvania
Railroad line have stopped. What
Andrew Carnegie does next could
put him on a path to change the
world.
Doomsday - World War I:
Battle Of Nations
Follow the contrasting exploits of
Adolf Hitler and Field Marshal
Montgomery in WW1 and discover
whether their experiences in battle
led to their roles in WW2.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Blizzard of
Death
Hunters Dennie, Spook and Clay
go with 20 guides into the
wilderness of Kyrgyzstan, but
become trapped by blizzards. Their
rescue helicopter crashes so Clay
must hike to find help.
The American Revolution: Rise
of the Patriots
Five unsung patriots strike pivotal
blows for American liberty as
unrest between Britain and the
colonies explodes into a war for
independence.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 8
Mark is still working on the
Westfield's interior, focusing on
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17.45
18.15
18.40
19.10
20.05
20.30
21.00
21.25
21.55
22.50
everything from lights to
dashboard finish. Kitting a car out
for racing is not as straightforward
as it seems!
Origins: Episode 8
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
fire, matches and dynamite.
America: Facts vs Fiction: What
Happens in Vegas…
Gambling wasn't the first
enterprise to pour billions into
Nevada's economy. Plus, there is a
disturbing secret about the Hoover
Dam's construction.
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Masters of Illusion
Did Harry Houdini die escaping
from his famous torture cell? Plus,
how did PT Barnum double his
profits by manufacturing doubt
about his own exhibits?
Crashes That Changed Flying:
Avianca 052
The crash of Avianca flight 52
provided new insights on aviation
safety. See how evidence from the
crash has been used to save lives
and to make aeroplanes safer for
the future.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 8
Mark is still working on the
Westfield's interior, focusing on
everything from lights to
dashboard finish. Kitting a car out
for racing is not as straightforward
as it seems!
Origins: Episode 8
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
fire, matches and dynamite.
America: Facts vs Fiction: What
Happens in Vegas…
Gambling wasn't the first
enterprise to pour billions into
Nevada's economy. Plus, there is a
disturbing secret about the Hoover
Dam's construction.
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Masters of Illusion
Did Harry Houdini die escaping
from his famous torture cell? Plus,
how did PT Barnum double his
profits by manufacturing doubt
about his own exhibits?
Dark Fellowships: Nazi Cult
Find out the truth surrounding the
most renowned and feared secret
societies, whilst profiling
prominent members and revealing
clandestine information they don't
want us knowing.
Most Evil: Deadly Desires
Dr Stone puts his scale of evil to
the test as he explores how the
desire to kill forms in the most
deviant killers, and what drives
them to carry out their deadly
fantasies.
23.45 Origins: Episode 8
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
fire, matches and dynamite.
00.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 8
Mark is still working on the
Westfield's interior, focusing on
everything from lights to
dashboard finish. Kitting a car out
for racing is not as straightforward
as it seems!
00.40 America: Facts vs Fiction: What
Happens in Vegas…
Gambling wasn't the first
enterprise to pour billions into
Nevada's economy. Plus, there is a
disturbing secret about the Hoover
Dam's construction.
01.05 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Masters of Illusion
Did Harry Houdini die escaping
from his famous torture cell? Plus,
how did PT Barnum double his
profits by manufacturing doubt
about his own exhibits?
01.30 Dark Fellowships: Nazi Cult
Find out the truth surrounding the
most renowned and feared secret
societies, whilst profiling
prominent members and revealing
clandestine information they don't
want us knowing.
02.20 The American Revolution: Rise
of the Patriots
Five unsung patriots strike pivotal
blows for American liberty as
unrest between Britain and the
colonies explodes into a war for
independence.
03.10 Doomsday - World War I:
Battle Of Nations
Follow the contrasting exploits of
Adolf Hitler and Field Marshal
Montgomery in WW1 and discover
whether their experiences in battle
led to their roles in WW2.
03.58 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Blizzard of
Death
Hunters Dennie, Spook and Clay
go with 20 guides into the
wilderness of Kyrgyzstan, but
become trapped by blizzards. Their
rescue helicopter crashes so Clay
must hike to find help.
04.46 Origins: Episode 8
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
fire, matches and dynamite.
05.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 8
Mark is still working on the
Westfield's interior, focusing on
everything from lights to
dashboard finish. Kitting a car out
for racing is not as straightforward
as it seems!
05.34 The Aviators: Episode 13
The team join former fighter pilots
to dogfight other aircraft in air
combat. Later, Motley Crue's Vince
Neil continues his training, where
JUNE 2015
he’s asked to land for the first
time.
THURSDAY
18 JUNE 2015
06.00 Jungle Hooks: Prey or Predator
The quest begins for the world's
largest freshwater fish, the mighty
Amazonian Pirarucu, and
adventurer Jeremy Wade gets a
dramatic taste of what awaits him.
06.25 Crashes That Changed Flying:
Delta 191
The crash of Delta flight 191
provided new insights into aviation
safety. See how evidence from the
crash has been used to save lives
and make aeroplanes safer for the
future.
07.15 Gunslingers: Tom Horn – Grim
Reaper of the Rockies
As the Wild West becomes settled,
hitman Tom Horn kills for men who
want to preserve the old order
where violence rules all.
08.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 7
The focus of the work is turning
towards the interior of the car.
Mark gets to grips with the choice
of seats for the Westfield.
08.30 Origins: Episode 7
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history at
skydiving, mountaineering and
ultra-running.
08.55 How We Got Here:
Rockefeller's Oil Empire
A 24-year-old bookkeeper, John D
Rockefeller, is about to bet every
penny he has on a fledgling upstart
industry.
09.20 How We Got Here: Steel Builds
the Metropolis
The trains along the Pennsylvania
Railroad line have stopped. What
Andrew Carnegie does next could
put him on a path to change the
world.
09.45 Doomsday - World War I:
Battle Of Nations
Follow the contrasting exploits of
Adolf Hitler and Field Marshal
Montgomery in WW1 and discover
whether their experiences in battle
led to their roles in WW2.
10.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Blizzard of
Death
Hunters Dennie, Spook and Clay
go with 20 guides into the
wilderness of Kyrgyzstan, but
become trapped by blizzards. Their
rescue helicopter crashes so Clay
must hike to find help.
11.25 The American Revolution: Rise
of the Patriots
Five unsung patriots strike pivotal
blows for American liberty as
unrest between Britain and the
colonies explodes into a war for
independence.
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12.15 Crashes That Changed Flying:
Avianca 052
The crash of Avianca flight 52
provided new insights on aviation
safety. See how evidence from the
crash has been used to save lives
and to make aeroplanes safer for
the future.
13.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 8
Mark is still working on the
Westfield's interior, focusing on
everything from lights to
dashboard finish. Kitting a car out
for racing is not as straightforward
as it seems!
13.30 Origins: Episode 8
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
fire, matches and dynamite.
13.55 America: Facts vs Fiction: What
Happens in Vegas…
Gambling wasn't the first
enterprise to pour billions into
Nevada's economy. Plus, there is a
disturbing secret about the Hoover
Dam's construction.
14.20 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Masters of Illusion
Did Harry Houdini die escaping
from his famous torture cell? Plus,
how did PT Barnum double his
profits by manufacturing doubt
about his own exhibits?
14.45 The First World War from
Above
Fergal Keane explores the Great
War from a new perspective.
Including footage filmed from an
airship in 1919 that captures the
trenches in a way that has rarely
been seen before.
15.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Avalanche
of Terror
While hiking solo, former soldier
Ken is hit by a series of avalanches
and shatters his hip and femur.
However, he manages to drag
himself across the frozen
wilderness to safety.
16.25 The American Revolution: The
Empire Fights Back
Time after time, American
independence seems like a lost
cause as George Washington's
Continental Army teeters on the
brink of annihilation.
17.20 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 9
The finishing touches are made to
Mark's creation, as he prepares for
the Single Vehicle Approval Test.
17.45 Origins: Episode 9
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential ideas. Today, we look at
three man made marvels – the
Egyptian pyramids, the Moai and
the Burj Khalifa.
18.15 Dakar Rally: Frontline to Finish
Line: Episode 2
A team comprised of injured UK
and US servicemen who thought
they’d never walk again take on
19.10
20.05
20.30
21.00
21.55
22.50
23.45
00.10
00.40
01.30
02.20
03.10
the infamous and unforgiving
Dakar Rally. But will they succeed?
Flight 370: The Missing Links
The disappearance of Flight 370
has exposed major frailties in
modern aviation technology. How
was it possible to lose a state-ofthe-art airliner and its 239
passengers?
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 9
The finishing touches are made to
Mark's creation, as he prepares for
the Single Vehicle Approval Test.
Origins: Episode 9
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential ideas. Today, we look at
three man made marvels – the
Egyptian pyramids, the Moai and
the Burj Khalifa.
Dakar Rally: Frontline to Finish
Line: Episode 2
A team comprised of injured UK
and US servicemen who thought
they’d never walk again take on
the infamous and unforgiving
Dakar Rally. But will they succeed?
Vampire Skeletons Mysteries
A look into the darkest depths of
humanity‚ and earliest fears of the
undead asking: where did these
terrifying ideas came from?
Most Evil: Science of Murder
Using shocking examples of brutal
crime, we explore whether killers
are forged in abusive homes, or
are actually wired to be coldblooded.
Origins: Episode 9
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential ideas. Today, we look at
three man made marvels – the
Egyptian pyramids, the Moai and
the Burj Khalifa.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 9
The finishing touches are made to
Mark's creation, as he prepares for
the Single Vehicle Approval Test.
Dakar Rally: Frontline to Finish
Line: Episode 2
A team comprised of injured UK
and US servicemen who thought
they’d never walk again take on
the infamous and unforgiving
Dakar Rally. But will they succeed?
Vampire Skeletons Mysteries
A look into the darkest depths of
humanity‚ and earliest fears of the
undead asking: where did these
terrifying ideas came from?
The American Revolution: The
Empire Fights Back
Time after time, American
independence seems like a lost
cause as George Washington's
Continental Army teeters on the
brink of annihilation.
The First World War from
Above
Fergal Keane explores the Great
War from a new perspective.
Including footage filmed from an
airship in 1919 that captures the
JUNE 2015
03.58
04.46
05.10
05.34
trenches in a way that has rarely
been seen before.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Avalanche
of Terror
While hiking solo, former soldier
Ken is hit by a series of avalanches
and shatters his hip and femur.
However, he manages to drag
himself across the frozen
wilderness to safety.
Origins: Episode 9
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential ideas. Today, we look at
three man made marvels – the
Egyptian pyramids, the Moai and
the Burj Khalifa.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 9
The finishing touches are made to
Mark's creation, as he prepares for
the Single Vehicle Approval Test.
The Aviators: Episode 1
Follow the adventures of a group
of aviation experts and discover
fascinating flight-oriented stories.
Today, meet Sean D Tucker, the
world’s best airshow pilot.
FRIDAY
19 JUNE 2015
06.00 Jungle Hooks: Ordeal in the
Amazon
After a terrifying brush with death,
Jeremy Wade charges on in search
of the giant Pirarucu. But there's
no such thing as a quiet day in the
Amazon.
06.25 Crashes That Changed Flying:
Avianca 052
The crash of Avianca flight 52
provided new insights on aviation
safety. See how evidence from the
crash has been used to save lives
and to make aeroplanes safer for
the future.
07.15 The American Revolution: Rise
of the Patriots
Five unsung patriots strike pivotal
blows for American liberty as
unrest between Britain and the
colonies explodes into a war for
independence.
08.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 8
Mark is still working on the
Westfield's interior, focusing on
everything from lights to
dashboard finish. Kitting a car out
for racing is not as straightforward
as it seems!
08.30 Origins: Episode 8
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
fire, matches and dynamite.
08.55 America: Facts vs Fiction: What
Happens in Vegas…
Gambling wasn't the first
enterprise to pour billions into
Nevada's economy. Plus, there is a
disturbing secret about the Hoover
Dam's construction.
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09.20 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Masters of Illusion
Did Harry Houdini die escaping
from his famous torture cell? Plus,
how did PT Barnum double his
profits by manufacturing doubt
about his own exhibits?
09.45 The First World War from
Above
Fergal Keane explores the Great
War from a new perspective.
Including footage filmed from an
airship in 1919 that captures the
trenches in a way that has rarely
been seen before.
10.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Avalanche
of Terror
While hiking solo, former soldier
Ken is hit by a series of avalanches
and shatters his hip and femur.
However, he manages to drag
himself across the frozen
wilderness to safety.
11.25 The American Revolution: The
Empire Fights Back
Time after time, American
independence seems like a lost
cause as George Washington's
Continental Army teeters on the
brink of annihilation.
12.15 Flight 370: The Missing Links
The disappearance of Flight 370
has exposed major frailties in
modern aviation technology. How
was it possible to lose a state-ofthe-art airliner and its 239
passengers?
13.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 9
The finishing touches are made to
Mark's creation, as he prepares for
the Single Vehicle Approval Test.
13.30 Origins: Episode 9
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential ideas. Today, we look at
three man made marvels – the
Egyptian pyramids, the Moai and
the Burj Khalifa.
13.55 Dakar Rally: Frontline to Finish
Line: Episode 2
A team comprised of injured UK
and US servicemen who thought
they’d never walk again take on
the infamous and unforgiving
Dakar Rally. But will they succeed?
14.45 War Horse: The Real Story
Documentary recounting the
extraordinary and deeply moving
true story of the million British
horses who served in World War I.
15.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: A Dad's
Worst Nightmare
Stranded and lost in the Outback,
a father does all he can to avoid
watching his daughter die a slow
death in one of the world's most
hostile environments.
16.25 The American Revolution:
Return of the Rebels
The American Revolution seems
doomed as the British army
launches a bold new campaign in
the south, but five unsung patriots
help reverse the course of the war.
17.20 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
10
The Westfield racing car is now
built and Mark can concentrate on
the next challenge: racing his car.
Will the Westfield be up to the job
of competing seriously?
17.45 Origins: Episode 10
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the skyscraper, city parks and the
subway.
18.15 Mighty Mississippi: Episode 3
Trevor McDonald concludes his
epic journey through the heartland
of the USA. Trevor is in for a
surprise as he reaches his final
destination - the source of the
Mississippi River.
19.10 Strip the City: Desert City Dubai
With the help of stunning CGI
animation, explore the geological,
architectural and technological
foundations of some of the world’s
largest cities.
20.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
10
The Westfield racing car is now
built and Mark can concentrate on
the next challenge: racing his car.
Will the Westfield be up to the job
of competing seriously?
20.30 Origins: Episode 10
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the skyscraper, city parks and the
subway.
21.00 Mighty Mississippi: Episode 3
Trevor McDonald concludes his
epic journey through the heartland
of the USA. Trevor is in for a
surprise as he reaches his final
destination - the source of the
Mississippi River.
21.55 Welcome to Rio: Episode 1
With the 2016 Olympics around
the corner, the clean-up operation
of Rio is under way. Explore the
city through the eyes of the people
who are on the frontline of its
development.
22.50 Welcome to India: Episode 1
An observational documentary
series in which ordinary Indians
show us how they make their living
in extraordinary ways, making the
most of every resource available.
23.45 Origins: Episode 10
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the skyscraper, city parks and the
subway.
00.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
10
The Westfield racing car is now
built and Mark can concentrate on
the next challenge: racing his car.
JUNE 2015
00.40
01.30
02.20
03.10
03.58
04.46
05.10
05.34
Will the Westfield be up to the job
of competing seriously?
Mighty Mississippi: Episode 3
Trevor McDonald concludes his
epic journey through the heartland
of the USA. Trevor is in for a
surprise as he reaches his final
destination - the source of the
Mississippi River.
Welcome to Rio: Episode 1
With the 2016 Olympics around
the corner, the clean-up operation
of Rio is under way. Explore the
city through the eyes of the people
who are on the frontline of its
development.
Welcome to India: Episode 1
An observational documentary
series in which ordinary Indians
show us how they make their living
in extraordinary ways, making the
most of every resource available.
War Horse: The Real Story
Documentary recounting the
extraordinary and deeply moving
true story of the million British
horses who served in World War I.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: A Dad's
Worst Nightmare
Stranded and lost in the Outback,
a father does all he can to avoid
watching his daughter die a slow
death in one of the world's most
hostile environments.
Origins: Episode 10
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the skyscraper, city parks and the
subway.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
10
The Westfield racing car is now
built and Mark can concentrate on
the next challenge: racing his car.
Will the Westfield be up to the job
of competing seriously?
The Aviators: Episode 2
Follow the adventures of a group
of aviation experts and discover
fascinating flight-oriented stories.
Today, we look at the Navy Legacy
Flight and learn how to test an ILS.
SATURDAY
20 JUNE 2015
06.00 Jungle Hooks: Backwater Bites
Travelling down the Amazon by
dugout canoe, Jeremy Wade hits
seriously tough conditions as he
hunts for the great Pirarucu. But a
lucky break may be in store.
06.25 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Shattered
on Impact
Four men dedicated to protecting
animals in Africa are flying over a
remote escarpment. The plane
crashes, leaving three of them
seriously injured. How long can
they survive?
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07.15 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Lost in the
Outback
Treasure hunter Theo is searching
for gold in Australia. On his first
trip since heart surgery, he
becomes lost. Without food, water
or his medication he must fight for
his life.
08.05 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Blizzard of
Death
Hunters Dennie, Spook and Clay
go with 20 guides into the
wilderness of Kyrgyzstan, but
become trapped by blizzards. Their
rescue helicopter crashes so Clay
must hike to find help.
08.55 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Avalanche
of Terror
While hiking solo, former soldier
Ken is hit by a series of avalanches
and shatters his hip and femur.
However, he manages to drag
himself across the frozen
wilderness to safety.
09.45 I Shouldn't Be Alive: A Dad's
Worst Nightmare
Stranded and lost in the Outback,
a father does all he can to avoid
watching his daughter die a slow
death in one of the world's most
hostile environments.
10.35 Aircrash Confidential: TakeOffs and Crash Landings
Take off is the most dangerous
moment of any flight. But what
makes the difference between
success and disaster? Contains
reconstructions of accidents.
11.25 Crashes That Changed Flying:
Delta 191
The crash of Delta flight 191
provided new insights into aviation
safety. See how evidence from the
crash has been used to save lives
and make aeroplanes safer for the
future.
12.15 Crashes That Changed Flying:
Avianca 052
The crash of Avianca flight 52
provided new insights on aviation
safety. See how evidence from the
crash has been used to save lives
and to make aeroplanes safer for
the future.
13.05 Flight 370: The Missing Links
The disappearance of Flight 370
has exposed major frailties in
modern aviation technology. How
was it possible to lose a state-ofthe-art airliner and its 239
passengers?
13.55 Strip the City: Desert City Dubai
With the help of stunning CGI
animation, explore the geological,
architectural and technological
foundations of some of the world’s
largest cities.
14.45 How We Got Here:
Rockefeller's Oil Empire
A 24-year-old bookkeeper, John D
Rockefeller, is about to bet every
penny he has on a fledgling upstart
industry.
15.10 How We Got Here: Steel Builds
the Metropolis
The trains along the Pennsylvania
Railroad line have stopped. What
Andrew Carnegie does next could
put him on a path to change the
world.
15.35 Welcome to Rio: Episode 1
With the 2016 Olympics around
the corner, the clean-up operation
of Rio is under way. Explore the
city through the eyes of the people
who are on the frontline of its
development.
16.25 Welcome to India: Episode 1
An observational documentary
series in which ordinary Indians
show us how they make their living
in extraordinary ways, making the
most of every resource available.
17.20 Petrol Age: Episode 2
Paul McGann explores how British
luxury car manufacturers became
internationally renowned as
leaders in their field. He profiles
the much-coveted Rolls-Royce and
Bentley.
18.15 World's Busiest: Airport
Explores the incredible stories of
the busiest places on Earth. Hong
Kong airport has half a billion
tonnes of cargo and 50 million
people pass through it annually.
19.10 America: Facts vs Fiction: What
Happens in Vegas…
Gambling wasn't the first
enterprise to pour billions into
Nevada's economy. Plus, there is a
disturbing secret about the Hoover
Dam's construction.
19.35 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Masters of Illusion
Did Harry Houdini die escaping
from his famous torture cell? Plus,
how did PT Barnum double his
profits by manufacturing doubt
about his own exhibits?
20.05 Dakar Rally: Frontline to Finish
Line: Episode 2
A team comprised of injured UK
and US servicemen who thought
they’d never walk again take on
the infamous and unforgiving
Dakar Rally. But will they succeed?
21.00 World's Busiest: Airport
Explores the incredible stories of
the busiest places on Earth. Hong
Kong airport has half a billion
tonnes of cargo and 50 million
people pass through it annually.
21.55 How We Got Here:
Rockefeller's Oil Empire
A 24-year-old bookkeeper, John D
Rockefeller, is about to bet every
penny he has on a fledgling upstart
industry.
22.20 How We Got Here: Steel Builds
the Metropolis
The trains along the Pennsylvania
Railroad line have stopped. What
Andrew Carnegie does next could
put him on a path to change the
world.
JUNE 2015
22.50 Petrol Age: Episode 2
Paul McGann explores how British
luxury car manufacturers became
internationally renowned as
leaders in their field. He profiles
the much-coveted Rolls-Royce and
Bentley.
23.45 Death Machines: The
Inquisition
Go inside the macabre machines of
history's most terrifying tribunal,
including the Judas cradle, the
interrogation chair and the skin
peeler.
00.40 True Horror: Demons
‘Buffy’ actor Anthony Head travels
the world in search of the true
stories that lie behind the myths of
vampires, demons, witches,
werewolves and zombies.
01.30 Doomsday - World War I: The
Fall Of Man
After numerous crushing routs by
the Allied army in 1918, Germany
is inevitably heading towards
defeat. Will a bitter loss spawn a
new generation seeking revenge?
02.20 Doomsday - World War I:
Purgatory
Follow the contrasting exploits of
Charles De Gaulle and Herman
Goering in WW1 and discover
whether their experiences in battle
led to their eventual roles in WW2.
03.10 Doomsday - World War I:
Battle Of Nations
Follow the contrasting exploits of
Adolf Hitler and Field Marshal
Montgomery in WW1 and discover
whether their experiences in battle
led to their roles in WW2.
03.58 The First World War from
Above
Fergal Keane explores the Great
War from a new perspective.
Including footage filmed from an
airship in 1919 that captures the
trenches in a way that has rarely
been seen before.
04.46 War Horse: The Real Story
Documentary recounting the
extraordinary and deeply moving
true story of the million British
horses who served in World War I.
05.34 The Aviators: Episode 3
Follow the adventures of a group
of aviation experts and discover
fascinating flight-oriented stories.
Today, learn how to buy your own
airplane.
SUNDAY
21 JUNE 2015
06.00 Jungle Hooks: Rods at Dawn
Another day in the Amazon and
Jeremy Wade pits his skill against
the locals in a fishing contest. But
where is that monstrous Pirarucu?
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06.25 Gunslingers: John Wesley
Hardin – the Dark Heart of
Texas
In the aftermath of the Civil War, a
gunman wages a bloody crusade
against anyone who stands
between him and his notions of
freedom.
07.15 Gunslingers: Tom Horn – Grim
Reaper of the Rockies
As the Wild West becomes settled,
hitman Tom Horn kills for men who
want to preserve the old order
where violence rules all.
08.05 The American Revolution: Rise
of the Patriots
Five unsung patriots strike pivotal
blows for American liberty as
unrest between Britain and the
colonies explodes into a war for
independence.
08.55 The American Revolution: The
Empire Fights Back
Time after time, American
independence seems like a lost
cause as George Washington's
Continental Army teeters on the
brink of annihilation.
09.45 The American Revolution:
Return of the Rebels
The American Revolution seems
doomed as the British army
launches a bold new campaign in
the south, but five unsung patriots
help reverse the course of the war.
10.35 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 6
Mark continues working on his selfbuild project. In this episode, he
concentrates on the chassis of the
car and finds out about the
manufacture of fibreglass and
carbon fibre.
11.00 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 7
The focus of the work is turning
towards the interior of the car.
Mark gets to grips with the choice
of seats for the Westfield.
11.25 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 8
Mark is still working on the
Westfield's interior, focusing on
everything from lights to
dashboard finish. Kitting a car out
for racing is not as straightforward
as it seems!
11.50 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 9
The finishing touches are made to
Mark's creation, as he prepares for
the Single Vehicle Approval Test.
12.15 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
10
The Westfield racing car is now
built and Mark can concentrate on
the next challenge: racing his car.
Will the Westfield be up to the job
of competing seriously?
12.40 Origins: Episode 6
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the seismograph, the radar and
the satellite.
13.05 Origins: Episode 7
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history at
skydiving, mountaineering and
ultra-running.
13.30 Origins: Episode 8
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
fire, matches and dynamite.
13.55 Origins: Episode 9
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential ideas. Today, we look at
three man made marvels – the
Egyptian pyramids, the Moai and
the Burj Khalifa.
14.20 Origins: Episode 10
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the skyscraper, city parks and the
subway.
14.45 Petrol Age: Episode 2
Paul McGann explores how British
luxury car manufacturers became
internationally renowned as
leaders in their field. He profiles
the much-coveted Rolls-Royce and
Bentley.
15.35 Mighty Mississippi: Episode 3
Trevor McDonald concludes his
epic journey through the heartland
of the USA. Trevor is in for a
surprise as he reaches his final
destination - the source of the
Mississippi River.
16.25 Dakar Rally: Frontline to Finish
Line: Episode 2
A team comprised of injured UK
and US servicemen who thought
they’d never walk again take on
the infamous and unforgiving
Dakar Rally. But will they succeed?
17.20 How We Got Here:
Rockefeller's Oil Empire
A 24-year-old bookkeeper, John D
Rockefeller, is about to bet every
penny he has on a fledgling upstart
industry.
17.45 How We Got Here: Steel Builds
the Metropolis
The trains along the Pennsylvania
Railroad line have stopped. What
Andrew Carnegie does next could
put him on a path to change the
world.
18.15 Welcome to Rio: Episode 2
With the 2016 Olympics around
the corner, the clean-up operation
of Rio is under way. Explore the
city through the eyes of the people
who are on the frontline of its
development.
19.10 Welcome to India: Episode 2
An observational documentary
series in which ordinary Indians
show us how they make their living
in extraordinary ways, making the
most of every resource available.
JUNE 2015
20.05 America: Facts vs Fiction: What
Happens in Vegas…
Gambling wasn't the first
enterprise to pour billions into
Nevada's economy. Plus, there is a
disturbing secret about the Hoover
Dam's construction.
20.30 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Masters of Illusion
Did Harry Houdini die escaping
from his famous torture cell? Plus,
how did PT Barnum double his
profits by manufacturing doubt
about his own exhibits?
21.00 Welcome to Rio: Episode 2
With the 2016 Olympics around
the corner, the clean-up operation
of Rio is under way. Explore the
city through the eyes of the people
who are on the frontline of its
development.
21.55 Welcome to India: Episode 2
An observational documentary
series in which ordinary Indians
show us how they make their living
in extraordinary ways, making the
most of every resource available.
22.50 World's Busiest: Airport
Explores the incredible stories of
the busiest places on Earth. Hong
Kong airport has half a billion
tonnes of cargo and 50 million
people pass through it annually.
23.45 True Horror: Werewolves
From shapeshifting druids to
modern-day killers, Anthony Head
reveals the truth behind the
werewolf myth.
00.40 True Horror: Witches
Anthony Head goes in search of
the origins of our fear of witchcraft
and discovers that the power and
horror of black magic is still very
much out there.
01.30 Gunslingers: John Wesley
Hardin – the Dark Heart of
Texas
In the aftermath of the Civil War, a
gunman wages a bloody crusade
against anyone who stands
between him and his notions of
freedom.
02.20 Gunslingers: Tom Horn – Grim
Reaper of the Rockies
As the Wild West becomes settled,
hitman Tom Horn kills for men who
want to preserve the old order
where violence rules all.
03.10 The American Revolution: Rise
of the Patriots
Five unsung patriots strike pivotal
blows for American liberty as
unrest between Britain and the
colonies explodes into a war for
independence.
03.58 The American Revolution: The
Empire Fights Back
Time after time, American
independence seems like a lost
cause as George Washington's
Continental Army teeters on the
brink of annihilation.
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04.46 The American Revolution:
Return of the Rebels
The American Revolution seems
doomed as the British army
launches a bold new campaign in
the south, but five unsung patriots
help reverse the course of the war.
05.34 The Aviators: Episode 4
Follow the adventures of a group
of aviation experts and discover
fascinating flight-oriented stories.
Today, participate in a search-andrescue exercise with CAP
members.
MONDAY
22 JUNE 2015
06.00 Jungle Hooks: End of the Line
Time is running out for Jeremy
Wade as he makes his last plan of
attack. Will he succeed? Or will the
mighty Amazonian pirarucu win
this war?
06.25 Flight 370: The Missing Links
The disappearance of Flight 370
has exposed major frailties in
modern aviation technology. How
was it possible to lose a state-ofthe-art airliner and its 239
passengers?
07.15 The American Revolution: The
Empire Fights Back
Time after time, American
independence seems like a lost
cause as George Washington's
Continental Army teeters on the
brink of annihilation.
08.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode 9
The finishing touches are made to
Mark's creation, as he prepares for
the Single Vehicle Approval Test.
08.30 Origins: Episode 9
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential ideas. Today, we look at
three man made marvels – the
Egyptian pyramids, the Moai and
the Burj Khalifa.
08.55 Dakar Rally: Frontline to Finish
Line: Episode 2
A team comprised of injured UK
and US servicemen who thought
they’d never walk again take on
the infamous and unforgiving
Dakar Rally. But will they succeed?
09.45 War Horse: The Real Story
Documentary recounting the
extraordinary and deeply moving
true story of the million British
horses who served in World War I.
10.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: A Dad's
Worst Nightmare
Stranded and lost in the Outback,
a father does all he can to avoid
watching his daughter die a slow
death in one of the world's most
hostile environments.
11.25 The American Revolution:
Return of the Rebels
The American Revolution seems
doomed as the British army
launches a bold new campaign in
12.15
13.05
13.30
13.55
14.45
15.35
16.25
17.20
17.45
18.15
19.10
the south, but five unsung patriots
help reverse the course of the war.
Strip the City: Desert City Dubai
With the help of stunning CGI
animation, explore the geological,
architectural and technological
foundations of some of the world’s
largest cities.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
10
The Westfield racing car is now
built and Mark can concentrate on
the next challenge: racing his car.
Will the Westfield be up to the job
of competing seriously?
Origins: Episode 10
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the skyscraper, city parks and the
subway.
Mighty Mississippi: Episode 3
Trevor McDonald concludes his
epic journey through the heartland
of the USA. Trevor is in for a
surprise as he reaches his final
destination - the source of the
Mississippi River.
Against the Odds: Those
Damned Engineers
In December of 1944, the
seemingly defeated Germans
secretly mustered 600,000 battlehardened troops into an all-out
offensive to capture Antwerp.
I Shouldn't Be Alive:
Shipwrecked Family
A family sailing trip turns deadly as
their boat hits a rocky reef.
Treasures Decoded: The Turin
Shroud Writing
The Turin Shroud has forever been
mired in controversy, but by
analysing cryptic writing etched
onto it, experts hope to definitively
verify its provenance.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
11
Mark now has the opportunity to
test drive his creation and takes
part in a driving masterclass.
Origins: Episode 11
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
dams, canals and highways.
Petrol Age: Episode 3
Paul McGann tells the story of the
designs of some of Britain's most
famous cars. He profiles Jaguar,
Morris Minor and Mini. Plus, he
explores the history of British
rallying.
Strip the City: Earthquake City
- San Francisco
San Francisco is built on the San
Andreas Fault, a notorious
earthquake hotspot. How can the
city’s infrastructure withstand killer
quakes?
JUNE 2015
20.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
11
Mark now has the opportunity to
test drive his creation and takes
part in a driving masterclass.
20.30 Origins: Episode 11
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
dams, canals and highways.
21.00 Petrol Age: Episode 3
Paul McGann tells the story of the
designs of some of Britain's most
famous cars. He profiles Jaguar,
Morris Minor and Mini. Plus, he
explores the history of British
rallying.
21.55 Legend Detectives: Dracula
The Legend Detectives head to
Transylvania to investigate to what
extent Bram Stoker's mythical
character was inspired by the reallife Prince Dracula.
22.50 Most Evil: Up Close
To prevent violent crime, it is
necessary to understand it. In this
extraordinary one-hour episode,
killers give their side of the story.
23.45 Origins: Episode 11
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
dams, canals and highways.
00.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
11
Mark now has the opportunity to
test drive his creation and takes
part in a driving masterclass.
00.40 Petrol Age: Episode 3
Paul McGann tells the story of the
designs of some of Britain's most
famous cars. He profiles Jaguar,
Morris Minor and Mini. Plus, he
explores the history of British
rallying.
01.30 Legend Detectives: Dracula
The Legend Detectives head to
Transylvania to investigate to what
extent Bram Stoker's mythical
character was inspired by the reallife Prince Dracula.
02.20 Treasures Decoded: The Turin
Shroud Writing
The Turin Shroud has forever been
mired in controversy, but by
analysing cryptic writing etched
onto it, experts hope to definitively
verify its provenance.
03.10 Against the Odds: Those
Damned Engineers
In December of 1944, the
seemingly defeated Germans
secretly mustered 600,000 battlehardened troops into an all-out
offensive to capture Antwerp.
03.58 I Shouldn't Be Alive:
Shipwrecked Family
A family sailing trip turns deadly as
their boat hits a rocky reef.
04.46 Origins: Episode 11
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
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influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
dams, canals and highways.
05.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
11
Mark now has the opportunity to
test drive his creation and takes
part in a driving masterclass.
05.34 The Aviators: Episode 5
Follow the adventures of a group
of aviation experts and discover
fascinating flight-oriented stories.
Today, learn about the one-of-akind sound and look of radical
engines.
TUESDAY
23 JUNE 2015
06.00 Jungle Hooks: India: Mountain
Monsters
With 21st-century tackle, angling
adventurer Jeremy Wade discovers
whether Victorian stories of
monster fish in the Himalayas hold
true today.
06.25 Strip the City: Desert City Dubai
With the help of stunning CGI
animation, explore the geological,
architectural and technological
foundations of some of the world’s
largest cities.
07.15 The American Revolution:
Return of the Rebels
The American Revolution seems
doomed as the British army
launches a bold new campaign in
the south, but five unsung patriots
help reverse the course of the war.
08.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
10
The Westfield racing car is now
built and Mark can concentrate on
the next challenge: racing his car.
Will the Westfield be up to the job
of competing seriously?
08.30 Origins: Episode 10
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the skyscraper, city parks and the
subway.
08.55 Mighty Mississippi: Episode 3
Trevor McDonald concludes his
epic journey through the heartland
of the USA. Trevor is in for a
surprise as he reaches his final
destination - the source of the
Mississippi River.
09.45 Against the Odds: Those
Damned Engineers
In December of 1944, the
seemingly defeated Germans
secretly mustered 600,000 battlehardened troops into an all-out
offensive to capture Antwerp.
10.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive:
Shipwrecked Family
A family sailing trip turns deadly as
their boat hits a rocky reef.
11.25 Treasures Decoded: The Turin
Shroud Writing
The Turin Shroud has forever been
mired in controversy, but by
analysing cryptic writing etched
onto it, experts hope to definitively
verify its provenance.
12.15 Strip the City: Earthquake City
- San Francisco
San Francisco is built on the San
Andreas Fault, a notorious
earthquake hotspot. How can the
city’s infrastructure withstand killer
quakes?
13.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
11
Mark now has the opportunity to
test drive his creation and takes
part in a driving masterclass.
13.30 Origins: Episode 11
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
dams, canals and highways.
13.55 Petrol Age: Episode 3
Paul McGann tells the story of the
designs of some of Britain's most
famous cars. He profiles Jaguar,
Morris Minor and Mini. Plus, he
explores the history of British
rallying.
14.45 Against the Odds: The Heroes
of Tarawa
In November 1943, United States
Armed Forces launched a acrossthe-beach infantry attack on the
heavily fortified Japanese-held atoll
of Tarawa.
15.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Edge of
Death
An amateur hiker falls down the
side of a mountain, only to be
saved by a small ledge from where
there is no escape.
16.25 Treasures Decoded: The Death
Cult of the Sphinx
The largest monolith statue ever
built, the remarkable Sphinx, holds
many secrets within its stone.
When was it built? Why? And
whose face does it depict?
17.20 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
12
A hill climb at Guarston Down,
Salisbury, presents Mark with his
first opportunity to race his handbuilt Westfield against the clock.
17.45 Origins: Episode 12
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
the horse, the bicycle and the
motorcycle.
18.15 How We Got Here: Harley Hogs
the Road
Two young frustrated mechanics
have an idea – to put an engine
inside a bicycle frame. But will
William Harley and Arthur
Davidson prevail?
JUNE 2015
18.40 How We Got Here: Cars Win
World War II
A chance meeting with personal
hero Thomas Edison and a visit to
a Chicago meat packing plant give
Henry Ford an idea destined to
profoundly change the world.
19.10 Strip the City: Harbour City Sydney
The city of Sydney is thriving; how
have engineers capitalised on the
concealed contours of the city’s
harbour, and why do deep gorges
threaten its future?
20.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
12
A hill climb at Guarston Down,
Salisbury, presents Mark with his
first opportunity to race his handbuilt Westfield against the clock.
20.30 Origins: Episode 12
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
the horse, the bicycle and the
motorcycle.
21.00 How We Got Here: Harley Hogs
the Road
Two young frustrated mechanics
have an idea – to put an engine
inside a bicycle frame. But will
William Harley and Arthur
Davidson prevail?
21.25 How We Got Here: Cars Win
World War II
A chance meeting with personal
hero Thomas Edison and a visit to
a Chicago meat packing plant give
Henry Ford an idea destined to
profoundly change the world.
21.55 Legend Detectives: Robin Hood
Why are we still captivated by
myths & legends? A scientist, a
psychic and a historian explore our
most powerful legends in Europe’s
most ancient, mystical and
beautiful locations.
22.50 Most Evil: Jealously
Dr Stone looks at love, and what
happens when jealousy leads to
murder. From crimes of passion to
violent acts of revenge, love can
make people commit some very
evil deeds.
23.45 Origins: Episode 12
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
the horse, the bicycle and the
motorcycle.
00.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
12
A hill climb at Guarston Down,
Salisbury, presents Mark with his
first opportunity to race his handbuilt Westfield against the clock.
00.40 How We Got Here: Harley Hogs
the Road
Two young frustrated mechanics
have an idea – to put an engine
inside a bicycle frame. But will
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01.05
01.30
02.20
03.10
03.58
04.46
05.10
05.34
William Harley and Arthur
Davidson prevail?
How We Got Here: Cars Win
World War II
A chance meeting with personal
hero Thomas Edison and a visit to
a Chicago meat packing plant give
Henry Ford an idea destined to
profoundly change the world.
Legend Detectives: Robin Hood
Why are we still captivated by
myths & legends? A scientist, a
psychic and a historian explore our
most powerful legends in Europe’s
most ancient, mystical and
beautiful locations.
Treasures Decoded: The Death
Cult of the Sphinx
The largest monolith statue ever
built, the remarkable Sphinx, holds
many secrets within its stone.
When was it built? Why? And
whose face does it depict?
Against the Odds: The Heroes
of Tarawa
In November 1943, United States
Armed Forces launched a acrossthe-beach infantry attack on the
heavily fortified Japanese-held atoll
of Tarawa.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Edge of
Death
An amateur hiker falls down the
side of a mountain, only to be
saved by a small ledge from where
there is no escape.
Origins: Episode 12
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
the horse, the bicycle and the
motorcycle.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
12
A hill climb at Guarston Down,
Salisbury, presents Mark with his
first opportunity to race his handbuilt Westfield against the clock.
The Aviators: Episode 6
Follow the adventures of a group
of aviation experts. Today, go
aboard a two-bladed, single-engine
attack helicopter formerly used by
the United States Army.
WEDNESDAY
24 JUNE 2015
06.00 Jungle Hooks: India: The
Shikar Way
After solo wanderings in the
mountains in search of the mighty
Himalayan mahseer, Jeremy
acquires a traditional Indian
'shikar' support team.
06.25 Strip the City: Earthquake City
- San Francisco
San Francisco is built on the San
Andreas Fault, a notorious
earthquake hotspot. How can the
city’s infrastructure withstand killer
quakes?
07.15 Treasures Decoded: The Turin
Shroud Writing
The Turin Shroud has forever been
mired in controversy, but by
analysing cryptic writing etched
onto it, experts hope to definitively
verify its provenance.
08.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
11
Mark now has the opportunity to
test drive his creation and takes
part in a driving masterclass.
08.30 Origins: Episode 11
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
dams, canals and highways.
08.55 Petrol Age: Episode 3
Paul McGann tells the story of the
designs of some of Britain's most
famous cars. He profiles Jaguar,
Morris Minor and Mini. Plus, he
explores the history of British
rallying.
09.45 Against the Odds: The Heroes
of Tarawa
In November 1943, United States
Armed Forces launched a acrossthe-beach infantry attack on the
heavily fortified Japanese-held atoll
of Tarawa.
10.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Edge of
Death
An amateur hiker falls down the
side of a mountain, only to be
saved by a small ledge from where
there is no escape.
11.25 Treasures Decoded: The Death
Cult of the Sphinx
The largest monolith statue ever
built, the remarkable Sphinx, holds
many secrets within its stone.
When was it built? Why? And
whose face does it depict?
12.15 Strip the City: Harbour City Sydney
The city of Sydney is thriving; how
have engineers capitalised on the
concealed contours of the city’s
harbour, and why do deep gorges
threaten its future?
13.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
12
A hill climb at Guarston Down,
Salisbury, presents Mark with his
first opportunity to race his handbuilt Westfield against the clock.
13.30 Origins: Episode 12
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
the horse, the bicycle and the
motorcycle.
13.55 How We Got Here: Harley Hogs
the Road
Two young frustrated mechanics
have an idea – to put an engine
inside a bicycle frame. But will
William Harley and Arthur
Davidson prevail?
JUNE 2015
14.20 How We Got Here: Cars Win
World War II
A chance meeting with personal
hero Thomas Edison and a visit to
a Chicago meat packing plant give
Henry Ford an idea destined to
profoundly change the world.
14.45 Against the Odds: The Marines
at Hue
The city of Hue, South Vietnam,
was the site of one of the fiercest
battles of the Vietnam War, where
2,500 US Marine battalions
defeated overwhelming enemy
troops.
15.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Crashed in
the Rockies
After crashing into a snowy
mountainside, a pilot must hike 45
miles in severe conditions to save
his two friends from almost certain
death.
16.25 Treasures Decoded: The Golden
Raft of El Dorado
The discovery of a golden raft in a
South American cave could be
proof that the mythical city El
Dorado existed. But could it also
lead to its riches?
17.20 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
13
Mark attends a track day at
Donington and gains his first
racing experience in the Westfield.
17.45 Origins: Episode 13
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the samurai, the knight and
Special Forces.
18.15 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Seeing Isn’t Believing
Photographs are a key tool in
capturing iconic moments for
future generations. But what is the
secret behind one of the most
famous images of President
Lincoln?
18.40 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Wartime Rosies
The truth about women during
World War II goes far beyond
Rosie the Riveter. Many women
flew as WASPS - a job so
dangerous that 38 died in the line
of duty.
19.10 Strip the City: Ice City Toronto
Each winter, Toronto is hit by
savage snowstorms and bitterly
low temperatures. How did this
metropolis become the largest city
in Canada in such an extreme
environment?
20.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
13
Mark attends a track day at
Donington and gains his first
racing experience in the Westfield.
20.30 Origins: Episode 13
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
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21.00
21.25
21.55
22.50
23.45
00.10
00.40
01.05
01.30
02.20
Today, we look at the stories of
the samurai, the knight and
Special Forces.
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Seeing Isn’t Believing
Photographs are a key tool in
capturing iconic moments for
future generations. But what is the
secret behind one of the most
famous images of President
Lincoln?
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Wartime Rosies
The truth about women during
World War II goes far beyond
Rosie the Riveter. Many women
flew as WASPS - a job so
dangerous that 38 died in the line
of duty.
Legend Detectives: Rennes Le
Château
A scientific, historical and psychic
investigation of the stories of
ancient heroes and villains whose
lives and gruesome deaths gave
rise to the myths of their ghostly
returns.
Most Evil: Stalker
Neuro-psychology is explored in
the cases of four violent stalkers.
One man, murderer of actress
Rebecca Schaeffer, speaks from
prison to give Dr Stone his account
of the crime.
Origins: Episode 13
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the samurai, the knight and
Special Forces.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
13
Mark attends a track day at
Donington and gains his first
racing experience in the Westfield.
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Seeing Isn’t Believing
Photographs are a key tool in
capturing iconic moments for
future generations. But what is the
secret behind one of the most
famous images of President
Lincoln?
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Wartime Rosies
The truth about women during
World War II goes far beyond
Rosie the Riveter. Many women
flew as WASPS - a job so
dangerous that 38 died in the line
of duty.
Legend Detectives: Rennes Le
Château
A scientific, historical and psychic
investigation of the stories of
ancient heroes and villains whose
lives and gruesome deaths gave
rise to the myths of their ghostly
returns.
Treasures Decoded: The Golden
Raft of El Dorado
The discovery of a golden raft in a
South American cave could be
03.10
03.58
04.46
05.10
05.34
proof that the mythical city El
Dorado existed. But could it also
lead to its riches?
Against the Odds: The Marines
at Hue
The city of Hue, South Vietnam,
was the site of one of the fiercest
battles of the Vietnam War, where
2,500 US Marine battalions
defeated overwhelming enemy
troops.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Crashed in
the Rockies
After crashing into a snowy
mountainside, a pilot must hike 45
miles in severe conditions to save
his two friends from almost certain
death.
Origins: Episode 13
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the samurai, the knight and
Special Forces.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
13
Mark attends a track day at
Donington and gains his first
racing experience in the Westfield.
The Aviators: Episode 7
Follow the adventures of a group
of aviation experts and discover
fascinating flight-oriented stories.
Today, Kurtis looks at how to land
different types of aircrafts.
THURSDAY
25 JUNE 2015
06.00 Jungle Hooks: India: Reservoir
Cats
Taking a break from the
mountains, Jeremy goes to
investigate the weird and
wonderful stillwater species to be
found in India.
06.25 Strip the City: Harbour City Sydney
The city of Sydney is thriving; how
have engineers capitalised on the
concealed contours of the city’s
harbour, and why do deep gorges
threaten its future?
07.15 Treasures Decoded: The Death
Cult of the Sphinx
The largest monolith statue ever
built, the remarkable Sphinx, holds
many secrets within its stone.
When was it built? Why? And
whose face does it depict?
08.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
12
A hill climb at Guarston Down,
Salisbury, presents Mark with his
first opportunity to race his handbuilt Westfield against the clock.
08.30 Origins: Episode 12
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
JUNE 2015
08.55
09.20
09.45
10.35
11.25
12.15
13.05
13.30
13.55
14.20
the horse, the bicycle and the
motorcycle.
How We Got Here: Harley Hogs
the Road
Two young frustrated mechanics
have an idea – to put an engine
inside a bicycle frame. But will
William Harley and Arthur
Davidson prevail?
How We Got Here: Cars Win
World War II
A chance meeting with personal
hero Thomas Edison and a visit to
a Chicago meat packing plant give
Henry Ford an idea destined to
profoundly change the world.
Against the Odds: The Marines
at Hue
The city of Hue, South Vietnam,
was the site of one of the fiercest
battles of the Vietnam War, where
2,500 US Marine battalions
defeated overwhelming enemy
troops.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Crashed in
the Rockies
After crashing into a snowy
mountainside, a pilot must hike 45
miles in severe conditions to save
his two friends from almost certain
death.
Treasures Decoded: The Golden
Raft of El Dorado
The discovery of a golden raft in a
South American cave could be
proof that the mythical city El
Dorado existed. But could it also
lead to its riches?
Strip the City: Ice City Toronto
Each winter, Toronto is hit by
savage snowstorms and bitterly
low temperatures. How did this
metropolis become the largest city
in Canada in such an extreme
environment?
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
13
Mark attends a track day at
Donington and gains his first
racing experience in the Westfield.
Origins: Episode 13
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the samurai, the knight and
Special Forces.
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Seeing Isn’t Believing
Photographs are a key tool in
capturing iconic moments for
future generations. But what is the
secret behind one of the most
famous images of President
Lincoln?
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Wartime Rosies
The truth about women during
World War II goes far beyond
Rosie the Riveter. Many women
flew as WASPS - a job so
dangerous that 38 died in the line
of duty.
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14.45 Against the Odds: Bloody
George at the Chosin River
Witness the courage of an
undermanned marine rifle
company, hastily called to serve
their country at the start of the
Korean War.
15.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Death in
the Sea of Cortez
A fishing trip turns deadly as three
men become shipwrecked on a
remote and hostile desert island.
16.25 Treasures Decoded: The
Vinland Map
Was Columbus the first European
to discover America, or had
settlements already been
established there? Historians
examine the controversial Vinland
map for answers.
17.20 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
14
The action shifts to France, where
Mark takes part in practice laps
and then qualifies for a circuit
race. He also goes behind the
scenes for the preparation for this
race.
17.45 Origins: Episode 14
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
the tank, warrior aircrafts and the
drone.
18.15 Dream Racer
Explore the true story of FrenchAustralian business consultant
Christophe Barriere Varju’s
attempt to take on the world’s
most dangerous and infamous
motor race, the Dakar Rally.
19.10 Strip the City: Underground
City - London
London has more infrastructure
built underground than any other
city in the world. How do engineers
maintain and develop this vast
network of tunnels?
20.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
14
The action shifts to France, where
Mark takes part in practice laps
and then qualifies for a circuit
race. He also goes behind the
scenes for the preparation for this
race.
20.30 Origins: Episode 14
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
the tank, warrior aircrafts and the
drone.
21.00 Dream Racer
Explore the true story of FrenchAustralian business consultant
Christophe Barriere Varju’s
attempt to take on the world’s
most dangerous and infamous
motor race, the Dakar Rally.
21.55 Legend Detectives: Man in the
Iron Mask
A scientific, historical and psychic
investigation of the true stories of
ancient heroes & villains whose
lives and gruesome deaths gave
rise to the myths of their ghostly
returns.
22.50 Most Evil: Delusional
Cutting-edge science is applied to
some delusional minds in an effort
to understand the causes of
schizophrenia.
23.45 Origins: Episode 14
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
the tank, warrior aircrafts and the
drone.
00.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
14
The action shifts to France, where
Mark takes part in practice laps
and then qualifies for a circuit
race. He also goes behind the
scenes for the preparation for this
race.
00.40 Dream Racer
Explore the true story of FrenchAustralian business consultant
Christophe Barriere Varju’s
attempt to take on the world’s
most dangerous and infamous
motor race, the Dakar Rally.
01.30 Legend Detectives: Man in the
Iron Mask
A scientific, historical and psychic
investigation of the true stories of
ancient heroes & villains whose
lives and gruesome deaths gave
rise to the myths of their ghostly
returns.
02.20 Treasures Decoded: The
Vinland Map
Was Columbus the first European
to discover America, or had
settlements already been
established there? Historians
examine the controversial Vinland
map for answers.
03.10 Against the Odds: Bloody
George at the Chosin River
Witness the courage of an
undermanned marine rifle
company, hastily called to serve
their country at the start of the
Korean War.
03.58 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Death in
the Sea of Cortez
A fishing trip turns deadly as three
men become shipwrecked on a
remote and hostile desert island.
04.46 Origins: Episode 14
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
the tank, warrior aircrafts and the
drone.
05.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
14
The action shifts to France, where
Mark takes part in practice laps
JUNE 2015
and then qualifies for a circuit
race. He also goes behind the
scenes for the preparation for this
race.
05.34 The Aviators: Episode 8
How are airport terminals
designed? We look at the form and
function of terminals from the
design of the arrivals and
departures areas to how the gates
are set up to park aircraft.
FRIDAY
26 JUNE 2015
06.00 Jungle Hooks: India: The
Goonch
While fishing a big snow-fed river,
Jeremy hears a horrifying story - in
this region a large catfish has
developed a taste for live human
flesh!
06.25 Strip the City: Ice City Toronto
Each winter, Toronto is hit by
savage snowstorms and bitterly
low temperatures. How did this
metropolis become the largest city
in Canada in such an extreme
environment?
07.15 Treasures Decoded: The Golden
Raft of El Dorado
The discovery of a golden raft in a
South American cave could be
proof that the mythical city El
Dorado existed. But could it also
lead to its riches?
08.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
13
Mark attends a track day at
Donington and gains his first
racing experience in the Westfield.
08.30 Origins: Episode 13
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the samurai, the knight and
Special Forces.
08.55 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Seeing Isn’t Believing
Photographs are a key tool in
capturing iconic moments for
future generations. But what is the
secret behind one of the most
famous images of President
Lincoln?
09.20 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Wartime Rosies
The truth about women during
World War II goes far beyond
Rosie the Riveter. Many women
flew as WASPS - a job so
dangerous that 38 died in the line
of duty.
09.45 Against the Odds: Bloody
George at the Chosin River
Witness the courage of an
undermanned marine rifle
company, hastily called to serve
their country at the start of the
Korean War.
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10.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Death in
the Sea of Cortez
A fishing trip turns deadly as three
men become shipwrecked on a
remote and hostile desert island.
11.25 Treasures Decoded: The
Vinland Map
Was Columbus the first European
to discover America, or had
settlements already been
established there? Historians
examine the controversial Vinland
map for answers.
12.15 Strip the City: Underground
City - London
London has more infrastructure
built underground than any other
city in the world. How do engineers
maintain and develop this vast
network of tunnels?
13.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
14
The action shifts to France, where
Mark takes part in practice laps
and then qualifies for a circuit
race. He also goes behind the
scenes for the preparation for this
race.
13.30 Origins: Episode 14
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
the tank, warrior aircrafts and the
drone.
13.55 Dream Racer
Explore the true story of FrenchAustralian business consultant
Christophe Barriere Varju’s
attempt to take on the world’s
most dangerous and infamous
motor race, the Dakar Rally.
14.45 Against the Odds: The Battle
for Sugar Loaf Hill
The taking of an otherwise
nondescript hill on the embattled
island of Okinawa by Charlie
Company proved to be one of the
most incredible battles of WWII.
15.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: 76 Days
Adrift
When Steven Callahan set sail in a
boat he designed and built himself,
a ferocious storm saw him escape
his sinking vessel on an inflatable
raft. How did he survive for 76
days?
16.25 Treasures Decoded: Jesus's
Wife
Newly discovered lead tablets
could alter everything we know
about the last days of Jesus. The
race is now on to decode their
contents and assess their validity.
17.20 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
15
The culmination of Mark's
challenge is the Circuit Race in
France - see how he performs as
he puts his creation to the test.
17.45 Origins: Episode 15
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
18.15
19.10
20.05
20.30
21.00
21.55
22.50
23.45
00.10
00.40
01.30
Today, we look at the stories of
writing, libraries and the internet.
River Renegades: Troubled
Waters
Follow the people who live and die
by the river; making a living from
hunting, fishing and harvesting
amongst treacherous weather and
encroaching development.
Strip the City: Ancient City Rome
With stunning CGI animation,
Ancient Rome is recreated to
reveal the secret technology and
infrastructure that enabled it to be
built and survive the millennia.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
15
The culmination of Mark's
challenge is the Circuit Race in
France - see how he performs as
he puts his creation to the test.
Origins: Episode 15
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
writing, libraries and the internet.
River Renegades: Troubled
Waters
Follow the people who live and die
by the river; making a living from
hunting, fishing and harvesting
amongst treacherous weather and
encroaching development.
Welcome to Rio: Episode 2
With the 2016 Olympics around
the corner, the clean-up operation
of Rio is under way. Explore the
city through the eyes of the people
who are on the frontline of its
development.
Welcome to India: Episode 2
An observational documentary
series in which ordinary Indians
show us how they make their living
in extraordinary ways, making the
most of every resource available.
Origins: Episode 15
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
writing, libraries and the internet.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
15
The culmination of Mark's
challenge is the Circuit Race in
France - see how he performs as
he puts his creation to the test.
River Renegades: Troubled
Waters
Follow the people who live and die
by the river; making a living from
hunting, fishing and harvesting
amongst treacherous weather and
encroaching development.
Welcome to Rio: Episode 2
With the 2016 Olympics around
the corner, the clean-up operation
of Rio is under way. Explore the
city through the eyes of the people
who are on the frontline of its
development.
JUNE 2015
02.20 Welcome to India: Episode 2
An observational documentary
series in which ordinary Indians
show us how they make their living
in extraordinary ways, making the
most of every resource available.
03.10 Against the Odds: The Battle
for Sugar Loaf Hill
The taking of an otherwise
nondescript hill on the embattled
island of Okinawa by Charlie
Company proved to be one of the
most incredible battles of WWII.
03.58 I Shouldn't Be Alive: 76 Days
Adrift
When Steven Callahan set sail in a
boat he designed and built himself,
a ferocious storm saw him escape
his sinking vessel on an inflatable
raft. How did he survive for 76
days?
04.46 Origins: Episode 15
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
writing, libraries and the internet.
05.10 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
15
The culmination of Mark's
challenge is the Circuit Race in
France - see how he performs as
he puts his creation to the test.
05.34 The Aviators: Episode 9
Remember the iconic helicopter
from the movie 'Apocalypse Now'?
We get a chance to take it for a
ride and explore its history. Plus,
Kurtis tries his hand at formation
flying.
SATURDAY
27 JUNE 2015
06.00 Jungle Hooks: India: The Last
Pool
Determined to taste more of the
experiences described by the
Victorian fishermen, Jeremy visits
a stretch of river protected by a
temple.
06.25 I Shouldn't Be Alive:
Shipwrecked Family
A family sailing trip turns deadly as
their boat hits a rocky reef.
07.15 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Edge of
Death
An amateur hiker falls down the
side of a mountain, only to be
saved by a small ledge from where
there is no escape.
08.05 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Crashed in
the Rockies
After crashing into a snowy
mountainside, a pilot must hike 45
miles in severe conditions to save
his two friends from almost certain
death.
08.55 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Death in
the Sea of Cortez
A fishing trip turns deadly as three
men become shipwrecked on a
remote and hostile desert island.
PAGE 30
09.45 I Shouldn't Be Alive: 76 Days
Adrift
When Steven Callahan set sail in a
boat he designed and built himself,
a ferocious storm saw him escape
his sinking vessel on an inflatable
raft. How did he survive for 76
days?
10.35 Strip the City: Earthquake City
- San Francisco
San Francisco is built on the San
Andreas Fault, a notorious
earthquake hotspot. How can the
city’s infrastructure withstand killer
quakes?
11.25 Strip the City: Harbour City Sydney
The city of Sydney is thriving; how
have engineers capitalised on the
concealed contours of the city’s
harbour, and why do deep gorges
threaten its future?
12.15 Strip the City: Ice City Toronto
Each winter, Toronto is hit by
savage snowstorms and bitterly
low temperatures. How did this
metropolis become the largest city
in Canada in such an extreme
environment?
13.05 Strip the City: Underground
City - London
London has more infrastructure
built underground than any other
city in the world. How do engineers
maintain and develop this vast
network of tunnels?
13.55 Strip the City: Ancient City Rome
With stunning CGI animation,
Ancient Rome is recreated to
reveal the secret technology and
infrastructure that enabled it to be
built and survive the millennia.
14.45 How We Got Here: Harley Hogs
the Road
Two young frustrated mechanics
have an idea – to put an engine
inside a bicycle frame. But will
William Harley and Arthur
Davidson prevail?
15.10 How We Got Here: Cars Win
World War II
A chance meeting with personal
hero Thomas Edison and a visit to
a Chicago meat packing plant give
Henry Ford an idea destined to
profoundly change the world.
15.35 Welcome to Rio: Episode 2
With the 2016 Olympics around
the corner, the clean-up operation
of Rio is under way. Explore the
city through the eyes of the people
who are on the frontline of its
development.
16.25 Welcome to India: Episode 2
An observational documentary
series in which ordinary Indians
show us how they make their living
in extraordinary ways, making the
most of every resource available.
17.20 Petrol Age: Episode 3
Paul McGann tells the story of the
designs of some of Britain's most
18.15
19.10
19.35
20.05
21.00
21.55
22.20
22.50
23.45
00.40
famous cars. He profiles Jaguar,
Morris Minor and Mini. Plus, he
explores the history of British
rallying.
World's Busiest: Border
Crossing
Explores the incredible stories of
the busiest places on Earth. San
Ysidro, between Mexico and the
USA, processes over 50 million
people a year through its borders.
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Seeing Isn’t Believing
Photographs are a key tool in
capturing iconic moments for
future generations. But what is the
secret behind one of the most
famous images of President
Lincoln?
America: Facts vs Fiction:
Wartime Rosies
The truth about women during
World War II goes far beyond
Rosie the Riveter. Many women
flew as WASPS - a job so
dangerous that 38 died in the line
of duty.
Dream Racer
Explore the true story of FrenchAustralian business consultant
Christophe Barriere Varju’s
attempt to take on the world’s
most dangerous and infamous
motor race, the Dakar Rally.
World's Busiest: Border
Crossing
Explores the incredible stories of
the busiest places on Earth. San
Ysidro, between Mexico and the
USA, processes over 50 million
people a year through its borders.
How We Got Here: Harley Hogs
the Road
Two young frustrated mechanics
have an idea – to put an engine
inside a bicycle frame. But will
William Harley and Arthur
Davidson prevail?
How We Got Here: Cars Win
World War II
A chance meeting with personal
hero Thomas Edison and a visit to
a Chicago meat packing plant give
Henry Ford an idea destined to
profoundly change the world.
Petrol Age: Episode 3
Paul McGann tells the story of the
designs of some of Britain's most
famous cars. He profiles Jaguar,
Morris Minor and Mini. Plus, he
explores the history of British
rallying.
Legend Detectives: Dracula
The Legend Detectives head to
Transylvania to investigate to what
extent Bram Stoker's mythical
character was inspired by the reallife Prince Dracula.
Legend Detectives: Rennes Le
Château
A scientific, historical and psychic
investigation of the stories of
ancient heroes and villains whose
lives and gruesome deaths gave
JUNE 2015
01.30
02.20
03.10
03.58
04.46
05.34
rise to the myths of their ghostly
returns.
Against the Odds: Those
Damned Engineers
In December of 1944, the
seemingly defeated Germans
secretly mustered 600,000 battlehardened troops into an all-out
offensive to capture Antwerp.
Against the Odds: The Heroes
of Tarawa
In November 1943, United States
Armed Forces launched a acrossthe-beach infantry attack on the
heavily fortified Japanese-held atoll
of Tarawa.
Against the Odds: The Marines
at Hue
The city of Hue, South Vietnam,
was the site of one of the fiercest
battles of the Vietnam War, where
2,500 US Marine battalions
defeated overwhelming enemy
troops.
Against the Odds: Bloody
George at the Chosin River
Witness the courage of an
undermanned marine rifle
company, hastily called to serve
their country at the start of the
Korean War.
Against the Odds: The Battle
for Sugar Loaf Hill
The taking of an otherwise
nondescript hill on the embattled
island of Okinawa by Charlie
Company proved to be one of the
most incredible battles of WWII.
The Aviators: Episode 10
How do you land an aircraft when
you can’t see the ground? Kurtis
shows you how using only flight
instruments. Plus, we explore the
history of the latest variant of the
Boeing 777.
SUNDAY
28 JUNE 2015
06.00 Lake Escapes: Lapland – Brown
Trout
Matt Hayes heads to Lapland
where he finds brown trout,
grayling, pike and Arctic char on
the Fluka Lake system and Lais
River.
06.25 Treasures Decoded: The Turin
Shroud Writing
The Turin Shroud has forever been
mired in controversy, but by
analysing cryptic writing etched
onto it, experts hope to definitively
verify its provenance.
07.15 Treasures Decoded: The Death
Cult of the Sphinx
The largest monolith statue ever
built, the remarkable Sphinx, holds
many secrets within its stone.
When was it built? Why? And
whose face does it depict?
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08.05 Treasures Decoded: The Golden
Raft of El Dorado
The discovery of a golden raft in a
South American cave could be
proof that the mythical city El
Dorado existed. But could it also
lead to its riches?
08.55 Treasures Decoded: The
Vinland Map
Was Columbus the first European
to discover America, or had
settlements already been
established there? Historians
examine the controversial Vinland
map for answers.
09.45 Treasures Decoded: Jesus's
Wife
Newly discovered lead tablets
could alter everything we know
about the last days of Jesus. The
race is now on to decode their
contents and assess their validity.
10.35 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
11
Mark now has the opportunity to
test drive his creation and takes
part in a driving masterclass.
11.00 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
12
A hill climb at Guarston Down,
Salisbury, presents Mark with his
first opportunity to race his handbuilt Westfield against the clock.
11.25 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
13
Mark attends a track day at
Donington and gains his first
racing experience in the Westfield.
11.50 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
14
The action shifts to France, where
Mark takes part in practice laps
and then qualifies for a circuit
race. He also goes behind the
scenes for the preparation for this
race.
12.15 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
15
The culmination of Mark's
challenge is the Circuit Race in
France - see how he performs as
he puts his creation to the test.
12.40 Origins: Episode 11
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
dams, canals and highways.
13.05 Origins: Episode 12
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
the horse, the bicycle and the
motorcycle.
13.30 Origins: Episode 13
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the samurai, the knight and
Special Forces.
13.55 Origins: Episode 14
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
the tank, warrior aircrafts and the
drone.
14.20 Origins: Episode 15
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
writing, libraries and the internet.
14.45 Petrol Age: Episode 3
Paul McGann tells the story of the
designs of some of Britain's most
famous cars. He profiles Jaguar,
Morris Minor and Mini. Plus, he
explores the history of British
rallying.
15.35 River Renegades: Troubled
Waters
Follow the people who live and die
by the river; making a living from
hunting, fishing and harvesting
amongst treacherous weather and
encroaching development.
16.25 Dream Racer
Explore the true story of FrenchAustralian business consultant
Christophe Barriere Varju’s
attempt to take on the world’s
most dangerous and infamous
motor race, the Dakar Rally.
17.20 How We Got Here: Harley Hogs
the Road
Two young frustrated mechanics
have an idea – to put an engine
inside a bicycle frame. But will
William Harley and Arthur
Davidson prevail?
17.45 How We Got Here: Cars Win
World War II
A chance meeting with personal
hero Thomas Edison and a visit to
a Chicago meat packing plant give
Henry Ford an idea destined to
profoundly change the world.
18.15 Welcome to Rio: Episode 3
With the 2016 Olympics around
the corner, the clean-up operation
of Rio is under way. Explore the
city through the eyes of the people
who are on the frontline of its
development.
19.10 Welcome to India: Episode 3
An observational documentary
series in which ordinary Indians
show us how they make their living
in extraordinary ways, making the
most of every resource available.
20.05 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Seeing Isn’t Believing
Photographs are a key tool in
capturing iconic moments for
future generations. But what is the
secret behind one of the most
famous images of President
Lincoln?
20.30 America: Facts vs Fiction:
Wartime Rosies
The truth about women during
World War II goes far beyond
Rosie the Riveter. Many women
JUNE 2015
21.00
21.55
22.50
23.45
00.40
01.30
02.20
03.10
03.58
04.46
flew as WASPS - a job so
dangerous that 38 died in the line
of duty.
Welcome to Rio: Episode 3
With the 2016 Olympics around
the corner, the clean-up operation
of Rio is under way. Explore the
city through the eyes of the people
who are on the frontline of its
development.
Welcome to India: Episode 3
An observational documentary
series in which ordinary Indians
show us how they make their living
in extraordinary ways, making the
most of every resource available.
World's Busiest: Border
Crossing
Explores the incredible stories of
the busiest places on Earth. San
Ysidro, between Mexico and the
USA, processes over 50 million
people a year through its borders.
Legend Detectives: Man in the
Iron Mask
A scientific, historical and psychic
investigation of the true stories of
ancient heroes & villains whose
lives and gruesome deaths gave
rise to the myths of their ghostly
returns.
Legend Detectives: The Blood
of St Genaro
A scientist, a psychic and a
historian explore our most
powerful legends in Europe’s most
ancient, mystical and beautiful
locations.
Treasures Decoded: The Turin
Shroud Writing
The Turin Shroud has forever been
mired in controversy, but by
analysing cryptic writing etched
onto it, experts hope to definitively
verify its provenance.
Treasures Decoded: The Death
Cult of the Sphinx
The largest monolith statue ever
built, the remarkable Sphinx, holds
many secrets within its stone.
When was it built? Why? And
whose face does it depict?
Treasures Decoded: The Golden
Raft of El Dorado
The discovery of a golden raft in a
South American cave could be
proof that the mythical city El
Dorado existed. But could it also
lead to its riches?
Treasures Decoded: The
Vinland Map
Was Columbus the first European
to discover America, or had
settlements already been
established there? Historians
examine the controversial Vinland
map for answers.
Treasures Decoded: Jesus's
Wife
Newly discovered lead tablets
could alter everything we know
about the last days of Jesus. The
race is now on to decode their
contents and assess their validity.
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05.34 The Aviators: Episode 11
The team of experts explore how
aerodynamic tweaks can improve
performance and increase speed.
Plus, Anthony flies without the
reassuring sound of a roaring
engine.
MONDAY
29 JUNE 2015
06.00 Lake Escapes: France – Carp
Top angler Matt Hayes discovers
that Le Mans, France is not just a
24-hour race track when he goes
fishing for a variety of carp.
06.25 Strip the City: Underground
City - London
London has more infrastructure
built underground than any other
city in the world. How do engineers
maintain and develop this vast
network of tunnels?
07.15 Treasures Decoded: The
Vinland Map
Was Columbus the first European
to discover America, or had
settlements already been
established there? Historians
examine the controversial Vinland
map for answers.
08.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
14
The action shifts to France, where
Mark takes part in practice laps
and then qualifies for a circuit
race. He also goes behind the
scenes for the preparation for this
race.
08.30 Origins: Episode 14
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the history of
the tank, warrior aircrafts and the
drone.
08.55 Dream Racer
Explore the true story of FrenchAustralian business consultant
Christophe Barriere Varju’s
attempt to take on the world’s
most dangerous and infamous
motor race, the Dakar Rally.
09.45 Against the Odds: The Battle
for Sugar Loaf Hill
The taking of an otherwise
nondescript hill on the embattled
island of Okinawa by Charlie
Company proved to be one of the
most incredible battles of WWII.
10.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: 76 Days
Adrift
When Steven Callahan set sail in a
boat he designed and built himself,
a ferocious storm saw him escape
his sinking vessel on an inflatable
raft. How did he survive for 76
days?
11.25 Treasures Decoded: Jesus's
Wife
Newly discovered lead tablets
could alter everything we know
about the last days of Jesus. The
12.15
13.05
13.30
13.55
14.45
15.35
16.25
17.20
17.30
17.45
race is now on to decode their
contents and assess their validity.
Strip the City: Ancient City Rome
With stunning CGI animation,
Ancient Rome is recreated to
reveal the secret technology and
infrastructure that enabled it to be
built and survive the millennia.
A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
15
The culmination of Mark's
challenge is the Circuit Race in
France - see how he performs as
he puts his creation to the test.
Origins: Episode 15
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
writing, libraries and the internet.
River Renegades: Troubled
Waters
Follow the people who live and die
by the river; making a living from
hunting, fishing and harvesting
amongst treacherous weather and
encroaching development.
Against the Odds: A Chance in
Hell: The Battle of Ramadi
When Colonel MacFarland arrived
in Iraq's deadliest city, Al-Qaeda
had declared Ramadi the capital of
a new caliphate. This is the story
of America’s response.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Alone in
the Amazon
After losing his canoe, Benedict
struggles to survive in the
Amazon. Embarking on a journey
through rainforest to safety, he is
struck down by Malaria and a case
of jungle madness.
NASA's Greatest Missions:
Ordinary Supermen
Commemorating NASA's 50th
anniversary, this is the inside story
of the world's first astronauts;
seven test pilots willing to risk
their lives to be the first to orbit
Earth.
One of a Kind: '57 Airbox
Corvette
See the first production line racing
Corvette. Only 43 were produced
and fewer than half exist today.
This car was the prototype for all
of the Corvettes in the 1957 line.
One of a Kind: Ferrari 412p
Created by Ferrari as a weapon in
their grudge match against Ford.
The "one off" 412P is considered
one of the most iconic Ferraris
ever. Peel back the paint and go
under the hood.
Origins: Episode 16
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the monarchy, democracy and
communism.
JUNE 2015
18.15 Petrol Age: Episode 4
Paul McGann explores British
motoring innovations, including
how spare parts from the Second
World War were used to create the
pioneering off-road vehicle - the
Land Rover.
19.10 Crisis Control: Cirque du Soleil:
Ka
See what it takes to operate and
manage some of the biggest, most
complex industrial hubs that
humanity has ever built - where
the stakes are high and errors cost
lives.
20.05 One of a Kind: '57 Airbox
Corvette
See the first production line racing
Corvette. Only 43 were produced
and fewer than half exist today.
This car was the prototype for all
of the Corvettes in the 1957 line.
20.15 One of a Kind: Ferrari 412p
Created by Ferrari as a weapon in
their grudge match against Ford.
The "one off" 412P is considered
one of the most iconic Ferraris
ever. Peel back the paint and go
under the hood.
20.30 Origins: Episode 16
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the monarchy, democracy and
communism.
21.00 Petrol Age: Episode 4
Paul McGann explores British
motoring innovations, including
how spare parts from the Second
World War were used to create the
pioneering off-road vehicle - the
Land Rover.
21.55 Feral Children: Monkey Boy of
Uganda
Exploring the stories of the feral
children who have been raised by
animals with unseen footage and
newly discovered images of recent
stories that have not yet been told.
22.50 Most Evil: Unsolved Cases
So far, Dr Stone's 'scale of evil'
has helped to bring an
understanding of the minds of
some of the world's most notorious
criminals. Can it now be used on
unsolved crimes as well?
23.45 Origins: Episode 16
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the monarchy, democracy and
communism.
00.10 One of a Kind: '57 Airbox
Corvette
See the first production line racing
Corvette. Only 43 were produced
and fewer than half exist today.
This car was the prototype for all
of the Corvettes in the 1957 line.
00.25 One of a Kind: Ferrari 412p
Created by Ferrari as a weapon in
their grudge match against Ford.
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00.40
01.30
02.20
03.10
03.58
04.46
05.10
05.22
05.34
The "one off" 412P is considered
one of the most iconic Ferraris
ever. Peel back the paint and go
under the hood.
Petrol Age: Episode 4
Paul McGann explores British
motoring innovations, including
how spare parts from the Second
World War were used to create the
pioneering off-road vehicle - the
Land Rover.
Feral Children: Monkey Boy of
Uganda
Exploring the stories of the feral
children who have been raised by
animals with unseen footage and
newly discovered images of recent
stories that have not yet been told.
NASA's Greatest Missions:
Ordinary Supermen
Commemorating NASA's 50th
anniversary, this is the inside story
of the world's first astronauts;
seven test pilots willing to risk
their lives to be the first to orbit
Earth.
Against the Odds: A Chance in
Hell: The Battle of Ramadi
When Colonel MacFarland arrived
in Iraq's deadliest city, Al-Qaeda
had declared Ramadi the capital of
a new caliphate. This is the story
of America’s response.
I Shouldn't Be Alive: Alone in
the Amazon
After losing his canoe, Benedict
struggles to survive in the
Amazon. Embarking on a journey
through rainforest to safety, he is
struck down by Malaria and a case
of jungle madness.
Origins: Episode 16
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the monarchy, democracy and
communism.
One of a Kind: '57 Airbox
Corvette
See the first production line racing
Corvette. Only 43 were produced
and fewer than half exist today.
This car was the prototype for all
of the Corvettes in the 1957 line.
One of a Kind: Ferrari 412p
Created by Ferrari as a weapon in
their grudge match against Ford.
The "one off" 412P is considered
one of the most iconic Ferraris
ever. Peel back the paint and go
under the hood.
The Aviators: Episode 12
Our expert Kurtis receives an
introduction to aerobatics. We’ve
seen him do a lot this season, but
can he master this skill? Plus, we
take a closer look at the F-4U
Corsair.
TUESDAY
30 JUNE 2015
06.00 Lake Escapes: Norway –
Salmon
In Norway's Trondelag region,
angler Matt Hayes goes fishing for
salmon on the River Gaula.
06.25 Strip the City: Ancient City Rome
With stunning CGI animation,
Ancient Rome is recreated to
reveal the secret technology and
infrastructure that enabled it to be
built and survive the millennia.
07.15 Treasures Decoded: Jesus's
Wife
Newly discovered lead tablets
could alter everything we know
about the last days of Jesus. The
race is now on to decode their
contents and assess their validity.
08.05 A Racing Car Is Born: Episode
15
The culmination of Mark's
challenge is the Circuit Race in
France - see how he performs as
he puts his creation to the test.
08.30 Origins: Episode 15
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
writing, libraries and the internet.
08.55 River Renegades: Troubled
Waters
Follow the people who live and die
by the river; making a living from
hunting, fishing and harvesting
amongst treacherous weather and
encroaching development.
09.45 Against the Odds: A Chance in
Hell: The Battle of Ramadi
When Colonel MacFarland arrived
in Iraq's deadliest city, Al-Qaeda
had declared Ramadi the capital of
a new caliphate. This is the story
of America’s response.
10.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Alone in
the Amazon
After losing his canoe, Benedict
struggles to survive in the
Amazon. Embarking on a journey
through rainforest to safety, he is
struck down by Malaria and a case
of jungle madness.
11.25 NASA's Greatest Missions:
Ordinary Supermen
Commemorating NASA's 50th
anniversary, this is the inside story
of the world's first astronauts;
seven test pilots willing to risk
their lives to be the first to orbit
Earth.
12.15 Crisis Control: Cirque du Soleil:
Ka
See what it takes to operate and
manage some of the biggest, most
complex industrial hubs that
humanity has ever built - where
the stakes are high and errors cost
lives.
JUNE 2015
13.05 One of a Kind: '57 Airbox
Corvette
See the first production line racing
Corvette. Only 43 were produced
and fewer than half exist today.
This car was the prototype for all
of the Corvettes in the 1957 line.
13.15 One of a Kind: Ferrari 412p
Created by Ferrari as a weapon in
their grudge match against Ford.
The "one off" 412P is considered
one of the most iconic Ferraris
ever. Peel back the paint and go
under the hood.
13.30 Origins: Episode 16
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential inventions and ideas.
Today, we look at the stories of
the monarchy, democracy and
communism.
13.55 Petrol Age: Episode 4
Paul McGann explores British
motoring innovations, including
how spare parts from the Second
World War were used to create the
pioneering off-road vehicle - the
Land Rover.
14.45 Greatest Tank Battles: The
Gothic Line: Tank Battles of
Northern Italy
Filmed on battlefields across the
world using CGI animation, this
show brings to life the most
gripping tank battles ever fought.
15.35 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Vacation
Nightmare
A newlywed couple find themselves
stranded in a dense rainforest after
their plane crashed. Faced with
poisonous spiders and jungle
predators, how did they survive?
16.25 NASA's Greatest Missions:
Friends and Rivals
After the success of Project
Mercury, NASA set their sights
higher – to land a man on the
moon. This is the story of Project
Gemini, which led to some of
NASA's greatest moments.
17.20 One of a Kind: Mormon Meteor
Created by Duesenberg to race at
the Bonneville Salt Flats, this
speedster was raced by Ab Jenkins
the legendary endurance speed
record holder of the 1930s. Take a
closer look.
17.30 One of a Kind: '55 Chevy
Biscayne
The 1955 Biscayne was described
as ""An exploration in Elegance.""
This Motorama Dream Car
displayed many innovative
features - some of which would
find their way into production.
17.45 Origins: Episode 17
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential ideas. Today, we look at
the stories of battleships,
submarines and the pursuit of
naval supremacy.
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18.15 How Superman Defeated the
KKK
Determined to bring down the
resurgent KKK after WWII, a
young southern idealist infiltrates
the Klan and leaks their secrets to
law enforcement.
19.10 Crisis Control: Indycar
Championship Race
See what it takes to operate and
manage some of the biggest, most
complex industrial hubs that
humanity has ever built - where
the stakes are high and errors cost
lives.
20.05 One of a Kind: Mormon Meteor
Created by Duesenberg to race at
the Bonneville Salt Flats, this
speedster was raced by Ab Jenkins
the legendary endurance speed
record holder of the 1930s. Take a
closer look.
20.15 One of a Kind: '55 Chevy
Biscayne
The 1955 Biscayne was described
as ""An exploration in Elegance.""
This Motorama Dream Car
displayed many innovative
features - some of which would
find their way into production.
20.30 Origins: Episode 17
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential ideas. Today, we look at
the stories of battleships,
submarines and the pursuit of
naval supremacy.
21.00 How Superman Defeated the
KKK
Determined to bring down the
resurgent KKK after WWII, a
young southern idealist infiltrates
the Klan and leaks their secrets to
law enforcement.
21.55 Feral Children: Dog Girl of
Ukraine
Anthropologist Mary-Ann Craig sets
off on the trail of extraordinary
youths and uncovers the stories of
the wild children, who live – and
survive – on the very edge of
humanity.
22.50 Most Evil: Cult Followers
What is the psychology of
persuasion? Dr Stone uses his
skills to discover what drives some
cult members to participate in evil
acts.
23.45 Origins: Episode 17
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential ideas. Today, we look at
the stories of battleships,
submarines and the pursuit of
naval supremacy.
00.10 One of a Kind: Mormon Meteor
Created by Duesenberg to race at
the Bonneville Salt Flats, this
speedster was raced by Ab Jenkins
the legendary endurance speed
record holder of the 1930s. Take a
closer look.
END
00.25 One of a Kind: '55 Chevy
Biscayne
The 1955 Biscayne was described
as ""An exploration in Elegance.""
This Motorama Dream Car
displayed many innovative
features - some of which would
find their way into production.
00.40 How Superman Defeated the
KKK
Determined to bring down the
resurgent KKK after WWII, a
young southern idealist infiltrates
the Klan and leaks their secrets to
law enforcement.
01.30 Feral Children: Dog Girl of
Ukraine
Anthropologist Mary-Ann Craig sets
off on the trail of extraordinary
youths and uncovers the stories of
the wild children, who live – and
survive – on the very edge of
humanity.
02.20 NASA's Greatest Missions:
Friends and Rivals
After the success of Project
Mercury, NASA set their sights
higher – to land a man on the
moon. This is the story of Project
Gemini, which led to some of
NASA's greatest moments.
03.10 Greatest Tank Battles: The
Gothic Line: Tank Battles of
Northern Italy
Filmed on battlefields across the
world using CGI animation, this
show brings to life the most
gripping tank battles ever fought.
03.58 I Shouldn't Be Alive: Vacation
Nightmare
A newlywed couple find themselves
stranded in a dense rainforest after
their plane crashed. Faced with
poisonous spiders and jungle
predators, how did they survive?
04.46 Origins: Episode 17
Explores the remarkable origin of
hundreds of the world's most
influential ideas. Today, we look at
the stories of battleships,
submarines and the pursuit of
naval supremacy.
05.10 One of a Kind: Mormon Meteor
Created by Duesenberg to race at
the Bonneville Salt Flats, this
speedster was raced by Ab Jenkins
the legendary endurance speed
record holder of the 1930s. Take a
closer look.
05.22 One of a Kind: '55 Chevy
Biscayne
The 1955 Biscayne was described
as ""An exploration in Elegance.""
This Motorama Dream Car
displayed many innovative
features - some of which would
find their way into production.
05.34 The Aviators: Episode 13
The Goodyear Blimp is well known
across America. But Goodyear is at
a transformational point in their
history and are looking into
revamping their fleet.