If I could live forever, should I? How does being reminded of our own mortality affect us psychologically? In this episode I speak with mortician and death positivity activist Caitlin Doughty and visit a cryonics facility trying to extend human life indefinitely. Will I take them up on their offer, or will I choose to die?
Don Wildman examines how a spelling mistake created a holiday classic, a ferocious feline that reportedly stalks the halls of the US Capitol Building before national tragedies and a gruesome triple murder on the high seas.
The wrecked shell of a 1970 Suburban car hauler tests Bill and his metal geniuses as they transform it into a high end diesel, low, long bed, crew cab dually. Ekstensive makes a lifted and loaded F150 for Boots for Troops, a military charity.
Apollo astronauts and engineers tell the inside story of Apollo 8, the first manned mission to the moon. The U.S. space program suffered a bitter setback when Apollo 1 ended in a deadly fire during a pre-launch run-through. In disarray, and threatened by the prospect of a Soviet Union victory in the space race, NASA decided upon a radical and risky change of plan: turn Apollo 8 from an earth-orbit mission into a daring sprint to the moon while relying on untried new technologies. Fifty years after the historic mission, the Apollo 8 astronauts and engineers recount the feats of engineering that paved the way to the moon.
It's 1933, and an older and greyer Hercule Poirot receives letters threatening murder. When no-one listens to his appeals, the once great detective must take matters into his own hands.
As the trip nears its end, Rachel makes a final push to get Albie to commit. Vanessa wonders if her fling with Max could become a real romance. A crew member has a terrifying shark encounter. The group begins to wonder if their friendship will last.
Right out of the gate, the chefs are surprised by a bold delicacy that is seafood in name only. Will they know how to turn Rocky Mountain oysters into a tasty appetizer? A soda shop treat is a sweet hurdle for the entree-round competitors, and the finalists find a jackfruit in the Round Three dessert box.
Using one of the greatest Greek legends as her treasure map, Megan Fox examines high-tech data and the latest archaeological finds to finally put this enduring question to bed -- Did the infamous Trojan War actually take place?
Soba, or buckwheat noodles, are served everywhere in Japan. But soba is more than just a food; it's also an auspicious way to end the year. This time on Japanology Plus, our theme is soba restaurants. Our main guest is Kyo Amemiya, editor-in-chief of a publishing company that specializes in cooking and food books. He introduces us to a variety of soba restaurants and points out some interesting takes on this classic dish. And in Plus One, Matt Alt learns about some amazing food delivery methods.
When Shaman Steve clashes with his apprentice Tlawil, he is forced to make a change for the sake of his church. Teri helps a sexual assault victim work through self-forgiveness.
Michael McIntyre's annual festive special, featuring music from Welsh soprano Katherine Jenkins. Former footballer and TV presenter Chris Kamara plays Send to All.
It's the annual Century Club challenge at Modean's. Katy is disturbed by McMurray. The hockey players deal with the consequences of their wager.
The Hicks attempt to help Noah Dyck and Anita Dyck find their daughters.
The Hicks take a trip to the City, cause when a friend asks for help, you help them.
Wayne and Marie Fred wonder about a stranger’s urinal habits. Reilly and Jonesy begin a take down tourny with Dax and Ron. The skids take a trip.
There’s trouble in paradise for Anik and Dary. Wayne makes a decision about Marie Fred. As Scottie Wallis would say, “Yew!”
Rimuru and his Goblin riders set out for the marshlands to finalize their alliance with the Lizardmen. On the way, they save a Lizardman who'd been attacked by the Orcs. The victim turns out to be Gabiru's younger sister, who reveals that Gabiru led an insurrection and left to fight the Orc Lord without waiting for the alliance. She also pleads with Rimuru to save Gabiru and the rest of her clan. Meanwhile, Gabiru faces the massive Orc army and is shocked when he witnesses the power of their unique skill, Starved.