SCIENCE
secrets of big data
One of our definitive human traits - the collection and manipulation of data - holds promises and pitfalls for our future.
Data makes predictions possible and allows us to look for deeper meaning in the universe, but it is a double edged sword - bad data and biased data wreak untold havoc in our interactions.
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Teaming up with Ancestry, the largest genealogy company in the world, we bring you 'Revolutionary Roots' exposing the DNA secrets of the founding fathers of the United States of America.
HISTORY 4 x 60'
revolutionary roots
This is the story of America’s deadliest prison riot – an avoidable, man-made disaster that had huge implications for the whole American justice system.
HISTORY 4 x 60'
devil's butcher shop, the
Halloween is one of the biggest events of the year but why do people dress up in costumes? Why do children go trick or treating, why do we put candles inside pumpkins, and how did it all begin?
HISTORY 2 x 60'
halloween: an ancient mystery
Cursed Histories is back for a second series to separate more myths, legends, and lore from reality, as we break down the most dreadful of curses. You can't out run a curse....
HISTORY 6 x 60'
cursed histories (series 2)
Concorde took passengers to the edge of space at speeds faster than a speeding bullet for almost three decaded. But in November 2023, she took her final flight. Uncover the little known facts, anecdotes and secrets behind how Concorde changed the world.
HISTORY 2 x 60'
concorde: when luxury ruled the world
Pharaohs were Gods among men. This six-part series tells the story of these iconic figures from the first pharaoh Narmer through to Cleopatra VII.
HISTORY 6 x 60'
pharaohs: rise and fall
A six part archive-driven series on the heroics and villainy of WWII spies, with women at the centre of high-risk operations.
HISTORY 6 x 60'
female spies: courage and espionage in wwii
Unravel the plans and conspiracies that were set to rid their world of the most ruthless dictators in history.
HISTORY 6 x 60'
to kill a dictator
Discover the complex truth behind the worlds ancient revolutions and revolts that have shaped the world we know today.
HISTORY 6 x 60'
revolutions that changed history
Back with a further 8 episodes discover more of the worlds most iconic mysteries and meet more ‘Truthseekers’, who stop at nothing to uncover the truth behind myths and legends.
HISTORY 8 x 60'
truthseekers (series 2)