Explorer

2011 • National Geographic Channel
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Season 8 episodes (12)

1 Warlords of Ivory
8/29/15
In a groundbreaking sting operation to save one of the planet’s most magnificent animals from extinction, journalist Bryan Christy tracks the brutal slaughter of over 30,000 African elephants a year on a dangerous mission into a sinister corner of Africa. With time running out, the stakes are high as Christy puts his life on the line, employing a risky new tool to reveal ivory trafficking routes and give hope to a fading emperor of the wild.
2 Legend of the Monkey God
10/4/15
Ever since the conquest of the Americas in the 16th century, legends have circulated of a mysterious city buried deep in the jungles of Central America. For 20 years, Steve Elkins has been searching for this lost city, exploring the largest untouched rainforest in Central America – 34,000 square miles of tangled jungle, jaguars and swarming insects – risking everything in search of its fabled treasures and secrets.
3 Bill Nye's Global Meltdown
11/1/15
After talking to his therapist, 'Dr.' Arnold Schwarzenegger, scientist Bill Nye realizes he is suffering from grief: climate change grief. Thus begins an unusual look at climate change, as Nye examines Earth's warming through the prism of the classic five stages of grief. Ultimately Nye seeks solutions in science, heading to Silicon Valley to explore how technology companies are trying to map out a clean energy future that can save the planet.
4 The Cult of Mary
12/13/15
National Geographic takes a deep dive into the “cult” of Mary worship, delving into the world of devotees of the Virgin Mary and how she is experienced in the modern world. It is a journey into the heart of both historical and modern-day Mary devotion, and an exploration of her manifestation in various cultures. This even-handed examination of the fine line between faith and fantasy will leave both believers and skeptics profoundly moved.
5 Call of the Wild
1/10/16
Today, technology pulls us farther from nature than ever before. Americans spend an average of 90% of their time indoors. Most children are outside for less than an hour a day. For the first time, more than half the world lives in urban environments. But some people are rebelling, reaching back to the land and carving out lives in the wilderness. Are we actually hardwired to heed the call of the wild?
6 Eyes Wide Open
2/14/16
For many living creatures, including humans, eyes are an integral survival tool. Learn how eyes have also inspired incredible emerging technology.
7 Fighting ISIS
3/6/16
Today, ISIS controls over a third of Iraq. The Kurds and their underdog army defend their home against the world’s most feared and ruthless threat.
8 Faces of Death
4/3/16
We may not like to think about it but death is as fundamental to life as gravity, sex or breathing. Today, our attitude towards death is changing. And the choice we make for ourselves after death has become yet another way to express our individuality. Meet the people who choose to live with death everyday and say now is the time for you to face your own mortality head on.
9 Point of No Return
5/1/16
A team of elite climbers must confront their personal demons of grief, doubt and fear on a 150-mile journey from a sweltering jungle in Myanmar to a remote peak at the edge of the world. Hkakabo Razi is reported to be the highest mountain in Southeast Asia, but that statistic has never been confirmed with modern GPS. Only two people have reached the summit and survived.
10 Blood Antiquities
6/5/16
Explorer investigates an illicit pipeline of ancient Syrian treasures that have been plundered by Islamic State militants and sold in private markets.
11 Battle for Virunga
6/26/16
Exploitation threatens to destroy Africa’s oldest national park, Virunga, home to some of the world’s most incredible creatures.
12 What Would Teddy Do?
10/21/16
In our increasingly polarized political climate, many wish we had a leader like Teddy Roosevelt today. But if we did, how would Teddy handle bitterly divisive issues like gun control, climate change, income inequality and political dysfunction? This new special features some of America’s most prominent politicians, historians and public figures with insights about how a modern-day TR might lead America toward a brighter future.

About this show

In this groundbreaking new version of Explorer – one of the longest-running shows in television history – viewers will venture to the most remote corners of the globe, the farthest reaches of the mind, and the deepest crevices of history on a mission of discovery and investigation. Explorer takes an in-depth look at some of the most timely and urgent topics of our day, exploring our world and our lives, where we have been, and where we are going.

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4.3
65 reviews
Mountain Bike
January 17, 2022
I bought season 9 episode 6 to see the debate on the "wealth gap" as it says episode description and Explorer cut out that part of it. I wanted to see Ben Shapiro debate Van Jones, Pete Dominick and Christina Greer. Piss poor advertising and piss poor decision to remove this segment because the debate didn't go as you hoped it would.
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A Google user
September 29, 2012
I just bought two episodes and every time I attempt to play it there's an error. Seems like Google deleted this vids. I want my money back.
2 people found this review helpful
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A Google user
July 25, 2012
Why am I going to buy a show when its free! Stupied idea google!
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