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Testosterone — new discoveries about the male hormone

Testosterone — new discoveries about the male hormone

“Third Person” delves into the science behind a hormone that has long been seen as a metaphor for aggression: testosterone. But unlike the common belief that testosterone drives male aggression, this hormone’s effects in humans might be more subtle than we initially thought. In this riveting documentary, prominent scientists explain how testosterone can even promote … Read more

Rubber tires — a dirty business

Rubber tires — a dirty business

In the bustling world of automotive technology, tires play an indispensable role. The tire market is worth billions of dollars, but only a few pause to ponder the consequences it bears. What damage does it cause to the environment and society? The tire industry sources natural rubber from Thailand, the biggest producer of rubber for … Read more

Who owns Jerusalem?

Who owns Jerusalem?

Travel guide Schmuel Kahn and anthropologist Ali Qleibo come from opposite sides of the political spectrum when it comes to the Jerusalem question. But they both share an appreciation for Jerusalem’s rich cultural heritage. In this report, they guide viewers on a tour through Jerusalem’s Old City, where the holiest sites of Judaism, Christianity and … Read more

How Modern Pirates Are Still a Threat in The Coast of Africa

How Modern Pirates Are Still a Threat in The Coast of Africa

From the tumultuous waters of the Niger Delta, a new breed of pirates has emerged who kidnap foreign nationals working on drilling platforms. They take hostages for ransom, transforming kidnapping into a business. They are the modern-day pirates who operate on powerful speedboats. In this gripping documentary, we get a rare glimpse into the world … Read more

Behind Bars: The World’s Toughest Prisons – Miami, Dade County Jail, Florida,

Behind Bars: The World’s Toughest Prisons – Miami, Dade County Jail, Florida,

The Miami-Dade prison complex is home to two of the most contrasting divisions: The Miami-Dade Boot Camp and The Miami-Dade County Jail. The former offers minors a chance to escape prison life by undergoing rigorous drills and following stringent rules and regulations. The latter, however, is where the most notorious felons reside, with murderers, rapists, … Read more

Megacity Mumbai – From slums to skyscrapers

Megacity Mumbai – From slums to skyscrapers

In a city where the super-rich and slum dwellers coexist, the struggle for space and survival takes center stage. Mumbai, the epitome of a thriving metropolis, is undergoing rapid transformation. As luxury high-rises emerge, slums are being demolished to make way for them, exacerbating an already contentious socio-economic divide. At the heart of this complex … Read more

The fight for water

The fight for water

As temperatures rise and our planet becomes more parched each day, everyone is scrambling to get their hands on the world’s most precious resource: water. But with droughts and extreme weather events on the rise, it is becoming increasingly clear that there is not enough water to go around. The new documentary, told in the … Read more

Archeology – exploring the past with modern technology

Archeology – exploring the past with modern technology

Uncover the secrets of the past with a groundbreaking documentary. Witness the collision of ancient history and cutting-edge technology as German and Irish archaeologists team up to trace prehistoric grave systems using geophysics. In this documentary, join researchers in western Germany as they apply this same technology to locate ancient procession and pilgrimage routes. Travel … Read more

What did Leonardo da Vinci’s “Last Supper” really look like?

What did Leonardo da Vinci’s “Last Supper” really look like?

In the latest documentary about Leonardo da Vinci’s famous painting ‘The Last Supper’, viewers will be whisked away on a thrilling journey to uncover the lost secrets of the masterpiece. With only 20 percent of the original painting currently visible, an investigation like no other is underway to reconstruct the artwork as it was created … Read more