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Fifteen million years ago, primates adapted to a fruit-based diet while also consuming insects and eggs, a behavior that continues today.
33 species of lemur survive in Madagascar, each dependent on specific plant species for their specialized vegetarian diet.
This Spanish video details the eating habits of elephants and their impact on Africa's ecosystem.
In Nepal's Himalayas, a young boy joins honey hunters battling giant bees and sheer cliffs.
Two family members compete in a cook-off, each preparing the other's iconic dish, with a grandmother's macaroni au gratin facing off against goat stew.
Two generations compete in a cooking challenge, preparing traditional Dominican Lebanese dishes like quipes and bistec with beans.
In Qaanaaq, Greenland, hunters maintain ancient narwhal hunting traditions while facing the challenges of a harsh Arctic environment and communal life.
Benjamin Vidmar grows fresh herbs and vegetables in a domed greenhouse in Spitsbergen, where temperatures can drop to -25° C and darkness lasts for three months.
Fishers on Fogo Island catch cod one at a time using handlines, a method practiced since the 1600s, to ensure quality and sustainability.
In Mozambique, local women work to rebuild Gorongosa National Park and restore its ecosystem, while reflecting on the lasting impacts of the Civil War.
A 72-year-old dairy farmer reflects on 55 years of labor, noting that many in his community work into old age due to inadequate retirement options.
Controlled patchwork fires help reduce combustible matter and encourage the growth of food plants like bush tomatoes and green grass for kangaroos.
Making The Goods shows how factories manufacture our favourite weekend items like BBQs and snacks.
British colonialism significantly increases diabetes rates in India and South Asia.
A tiny house measuring 85 square feet is transformed on a remote oceanfront plot in Maui, demonstrating the potential for sustainable living.
A sourdough starter used in bread-making can be over 100 years old, passed down through generations and connecting people to their culinary history.
Psilocybin, the psychoactive component in magic mushrooms, shows potential in alleviating anxiety and depression in terminal cancer patients facing existential distress.
Oysters were a primary food source for Native Americans in Louisiana long before commercial harvesting began, with traditional methods using sails to pull dredges.
20 meters is the distance a Huaorani hunter targets with his blowpipe during a competition to determine the best marksman in the tribe.
Babar and Celite navigate through caves to hunt deer on a neighboring island in Aru, a region historically linked to 18th-century piracy.
A 106-year-old pizza recipe, passed down through five generations, is a centerpiece of the culinary traditions found on Arthur Avenue in the Bronx.
Since the mid-1990s, the average temperature in Southern Greenland has risen by nearly 2 degrees Celsius, leading to longer growing seasons for farmers.
Inhabitants of the Sepik River region in Papua New Guinea rely on sago palm for their staple food and engage in cultural practices involving betel nut.
Insects such as caterpillars, beetles, and grasshoppers are explored as potential sustainable food sources that could address global hunger and reduce reliance on mass production.
Farmers on Lake Inle use a unique rowing technique, wrapping one leg around the oar, allowing them to tend to their floating gardens with both hands free.
Human dietary practices are examined through the historical significance of meat consumption, from early ancestors in the African savannah to modern industrial farming.
Justin Schmidt has been stung by insects at least 1,000 times to study the pain levels of various stinging species.
500,000 acres of farmland on Prince Edward Island face economic pressures and climate change, challenging local farmers to adapt their practices.
Fellow Jason Clay discusses how social media can address global challenges such as water scarcity.
Stanley Tucci travels through Italy, highlighting the culture and cuisine of Rome, Tuscany, Alpe di Siusi, and the Trabocchi Coast.
Over half of the original forests on Earth have been destroyed, with 45% of rainforests now classified as wasteland.
A set of stairs from old machinery fits perfectly into a composting toilet project, demonstrating the potential of repurposing discarded materials.
La Boquilla, a Colombian village, thrives on the resources of its mangrove swamp.
An estimated 2 million hectares of arable land in Sierra Leone, nearly 40% of the total, are leased to foreign companies without local community input.
Louisiana's fishing industry faces threats from rising seas and habitat loss affecting livelihoods.
Jose Mujica, the poorest president, donates 90% of his salary and champions progressive reforms.
An 11-acre plot in Warren County, North Carolina, is now owned by Patrick Brown, a fourth generation farmer whose ancestors worked the land since the 1800s.
The Raneys tackle livestock challenges, building shelters and helping families recover from disasters.
90% of the food consumed in Hawaii is imported, prompting some residents to return to traditional methods of living off the land and ocean.
Around 40 families harvest tonka beans in the Arapao community, spending up to two months in the forest during the season.
Water loss in irrigation systems due to seepage and inefficiency is addressed by the Bureau of Reclamation through various conservation measures.
Shamans in the Amazon rainforest play crucial roles in their communities by guiding social behavior, conducting spirit worship, and utilizing jungle pharmacopoeia for healing.
984 plants are included in the Kallawaya pharmacopoeia, which holds significant healing properties recognized by researchers.
Mike Rowe climbs a 48-foot ladder to clean a water tower in Magee, Mississippi, using a power washer to remove grime from its interior.
Mike Rowe tackles the challenge of cleaning the dirtiest escalator, highlighting the essential yet overlooked work of American laborers in Dirty Jobs.
Mike Rowe visits AZZ galvanizing in Nashville, Tennessee, to learn about steel protection.
Mike Rowe assists in installing rebar on a roof for Dirty Jobs on Discovery.
Every day, hotels generate over 11 million bars of soap, most of which are barely used and often end up in landfills.
