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More than half of Guineans live below the poverty line, struggling to survive despite the country's wealth in bauxite, iron, gold, and diamonds.
Germany generates around 1.8 million tons of electronic scrap each year, with old devices often discarded despite their potential value as raw materials.
Gold's rarity and unique properties have made it a highly sought-after material throughout history, influencing both cosmetic use and scientific research.
In 1847, Charley Clusker traveled over 2,000 miles and faced extreme conditions in search of a legendary shipwreck in the Mojave Desert.
More than 800 islands make up the Florida Keys, a region known for its relaxed lifestyle and historical significance in Spanish treasure fleets.
Two gold hunters carry 12 kilos of equipment as they search for gold in Germany's Thean Slate mountains, where mining dates back to the Middle Ages.
Gold markets reveal complexities in pricing, manipulation theories, and the shifting dynamics of gold's role in a financially strained future.
Gina, a 55-year-old store owner, transports two and a half tons of merchandise every ten days through the treacherous Darièn jungle.
Seth manages the store while facing challenges and changes in the Gold family's pawn shop.
Gold, a long-standing safe haven investment, faces competition from Bitcoin as the documentary explores their roles, the mystery of Bitcoin's founder, and the gold standard's relevance.
Bitcoin has been a topic of discussion since its inception, with its price fluctuating wildly and capturing mainstream financial media attention.
The search for the Inca Holy Grail, the Great Golden Disc of the Sun, drives explorers like David Adams to the misty heights of Peru's sacred landscapes.
More than 90% of gold's origin remains uncertain, contributing to environmental pollution and human rights abuses in the Amazon.
Gold has captivated humanity for millennia, shaping economies, cultures, and individual lives, revealing the depth of our obsession with this precious metal.
Investigators search for lost Nazi gold and looted priceless art across Europe.
The series reveals how the rich and powerful shaped history through their wealth and influence.
Parker Schnabel and his Grandpa continue their gold mining efforts in the Klondike, showcasing their methods and the evolving dynamics within their team.
In New Mexico, a family fights the US government for over 80 years to recover a $28-billion treasure while Alex finds human bones in a treasure chamber!
Gold is quickly becoming the new cocaine in Colombia, impacting health and trade.
Climate Change highlights the political problem posed by environmental disasters worldwide.
The Democratic Republic of Congo's gold rush fuels violence and exploitation at Kamituva mine.
15.5 ounces of gold, worth over $29,000, is extracted from the ocean floor during a successful dive in Nome, Alaska.
The Cryptoqueen orchestrates the OneCoin scam, impacting the world economy significantly.
A New Mexico family has spent over 80 years fighting the US government to reclaim 16,000 bars of gold valued at $28 billion.
Fred Lewis's crew extracts 18.5 ounces of gold worth over $31,000 in just two days from the Freedom cut, doubling their season total.
Freddy and Juan achieve a 400% increase in gold recovery, showcasing their expertise.
Freddy and Juan teach miners how to maximize gold recovery using a finishing table.
Freddy Dodge repairs machines to help miners recover gold efficiently in this episode.
Freddy and Juan Ibarra introduce an innovative sluice box that increases gold recovery by 300%, helping struggling mine owners maximize their profits.
Freddy and Juan-o aim for 10 ounces of gold daily using advanced mining technology.
Gold's enduring allure is examined through its historical significance, processing methods, and emotional value, featuring insights from George Zimmer and Nigel Dodd.
Gold and cocoa industries in Ivory Coast drive deforestation and exploit local laborers.
The Gold family faces huge financial challenges after a major drop in gold prices.
In April 1999, The Mafia launders South Africa's stolen gold through Swiss banks like UBS.
A New Mexico family has spent over 80 years battling the US government to reclaim a $28-billion treasure linked to the Hidden Star Symbol.
This drilling operation reveals gold and silver traces in Season 10 of The Curse of Oak Island.
The Shwedagon Pagoda is Burma's most sacred site, inspired by Buddha's hair legend.
Parker Schnabel's gold mining achievements are highlighted alongside fan reflections on his family's influence and the historical context of the 1849 gold rush.
Yvan builds a fishtrap and repairs a fishnet in Polynesia's fishing culture.
Dave Turin teaches gold panning techniques on March 15 at 9 PM ET on Discovery.
A family has spent over 80 years fighting the US government for a $28-billion treasure believed to be hidden on a military base in New Mexico.
Jack weighs $130,000 in gold, but viewers suspect he pocketed more than he should have.
Over three times the size of Texas, the Democratic Republic of the Congo has suffered more than 100 years of exploitation and violence since King Leopold II's rule.
Willard Wigan has spent six decades creating record-breaking micro-sculptures from materials like pottery and gold, each measured in micrometers.
Mansa Musa, the 14th-century King of Mali, undertook a pilgrimage to Mecca in 1325, showcasing immense wealth that destabilized economies along his route.
Willard Wigan creates record-breaking micro-sculptures using unique tools and materials.
The Diavik mine in Northwest Territories, Canada, is a key source of diamonds and other minerals.
A 400-foot high steel cable spans 600 feet from camp to the tunnel leading to the dive site as crews work to remove rocks and boulders in Alaska.
