The Nature of Things - Season 64
Season 64
Episodes
Teenager
The science of adolescence: understanding this dramatic, mysterious and critically important phase of life, for humans and other animals.
Sweat!
With the planet getting warmer, host Anthony Morgan discovers it's time we knew more about our unique cooling system and oft maligned superpower, SWEAT!
Foodspiracy
Why ultra-processed foods are irresistible – and how they impact our health. Sarika Cullis-Suzuki and Anthony Morgan investigate.
Shared Planet: Cities
From New York to Kolkata, there are surprising benefits to us that come from sharing space with the wildlife in our cities.
Shared Planet: Open Spaces
Grasslands account for half of the total land area on the planet and most have been converted for human use. There are some places though where people and wildlife can both prosper by sharing space.
Shared Planet: Waters
Water provides the largest habitat on Earth, but water-dependent wildlife is declining fast. Learning to share these watery worlds can offer a brighter future for the entire planet.
Shared Planet: Forests
Forests are essential for life on our planet, but humans are cutting more down every year. These inspiring people are reshaping how we live and work in Earth's forests, sharing space with wildlife.
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Flying is one of the safest forms of transport. But what happens when tragedy strikes? From human error and accidents to mechanical faults and design flaws, the success of aviation history is punctuated with disaster and catastrophe. It's rare, but it does happen. Follow experts as they determine what went wrong and work out how to prevent these horrific tragedies from happening again. Examine the wrecks and official records, and hear from eyewitnesses, passengers and aviation experts as we reconstruct some of the most tragic disasters in aviation history. Air Crash Investigation looks at what went wrong and how future disasters can be averted.
English Teacher
English Teacher follows Evan Marquez, a high school teacher in Austin, Texas, who often finds himself at the intersection of the personal, professional and political aspects of working at a high school. Evan wants to be a principled person but often runs into trouble because of it.
Murdoch Mysteries
Set in Toronto at the dawn of the 20th century, Murdoch Mysteries is a one-hour drama series that explores the intriguing world of William Murdoch, a methodical and dashing detective who pioneers innovative forensic techniques to solve some of the city's most gruesome murders. Murdoch's colleagues include the love of his life, coroner and psychiatrist Dr. Julia Ogden, a staunch ally who shares the detective's fascination for science; Constable George Crabtree, Murdoch's eager but sometimes naïve right-hand man; Inspector Brackenreid, Murdoch's skeptical yet reluctantly supportive boss; and coroner Dr. Emily Grace, Dr. Ogden's protégé.
Family Guy
Family Guy follows Peter Griffin the endearingly ignorant dad, and his hilariously offbeat family of middle-class New Englanders in Quahog, RI. Lois is Peter's wife, a stay-at-home mom with no patience for her family's antics. Then there are their kids: 18-year-old Meg is an outcast at school and the Griffin family punching bag; 13-year-old Chris is a socially awkward teen who doesn't have a clue about the opposite sex; and one-year-old Stewie is a diabolically clever baby whose burgeoning sexuality is very much a work in progress. Rounding out the Griffin household is Brian the family dog and a ladies' man who is one step away from AA.