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Have the world's must-see destinations become victims of their own success? Is authentic travel even possible? What are the environmental costs? This series takes a deep dive into tourism’s most pressing issues, exploring the problems and possible solutions.

Overbooked

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November 15, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Family liaison officer Jenn Townsend investigates cases of missing persons and murder in the British seaside town of Morecambe. Professional and personal lives start to blur as she gathers information from family members and pieces together vital clues.

The Bay, Season 5

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November 10, 2025 at 8:50 PM
For decades, scientists have tried to unlock the secrets of ancient DNA. This Emmy-winning documentary follows the story of a maverick scientist's quest to recover DNA that is millions of years old.

Hunt for the Oldest DNA

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November 5, 2025 at 12:47 AM
Join Joanna Lumley on a quest to uncover the soul of three of great cities: Paris, Rome and Berlin. Joanna explores hidden gems and famous landmarks while meeting fascinating locals.

Joanna Lumley’s Great Cities of the World

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November 3, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Filmed at a Tokyo elementary school over a year, this portrait reveals how the country's education system shapes Japanese values. The balance between individualism and being respectful to others is tested on a daily basis.

The Making of a Japanese

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October 31, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Physicist Jim Al-Khalili unravels the mysteries of the most complex object in the cosmos: the human brain. Diving deep into neuroscience, he explores the physics of the brain and how it has been shaped by the laws of nature.

Secrets of the Brain

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October 28, 2025 at 11:07 PM
The remarkable story of the Asahi baseball team who, prior to the Second World War, won the prestigious Pacific Northwest Championship for five straight years.

Sleeping Tigers: The Asahi Baseball Story

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October 27, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Love comes at the most inconvenient of times for Glen, Clara and Aaron. This acclaimed Aussie drama is a funny, sophisticated and touching exploration of love in all its forms.

Love Me, Season 2

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October 27, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Join historian Bettany Hughes as she uncovers extraordinary treasures of human civilization. With rare access to sites and antiquities, she reveals remarkable feats of engineering, culture and faith.

Treasures with Bettany Hughes

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October 24, 2025 at 10:07 PM
This docudrama tells the life story of one of history's most celebrated writers: William Shakespeare. Featuring Brian Cox, Judi Dench and Helen Mirren, it reveals the sparks that ignited his creative genius.

Shakespeare: Rise of a Genius

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October 21, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Discover weird and wonderful stories of some of the natural world's most amazing parents. Witness how far they'll go to protect and nurture their offspring.

Animal Super Parents

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October 20, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Guided by his historical Bradshaw's Continental Handbook, Michael Portillo explores Europe and beyond by train. At each destination, he delves into local culture and history.

Great Continental Railway Journeys

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October 17, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Leading artists and thinkers explore eight dramatic turning points in British history through the prism of its art. From the post-Roman era to the rebellious '60s, they examine key cultural works that emerged during times of crisis.

Art That Made Us

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October 16, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Join John Sergeant, Peter Davison and Paul "Piglet" Middleton on a steam-powered journey from London to Scotland. Adventure as they travel by paddleboats, barges, steamrollers, tractors, and even the occasional coal-fired car.

Britain by Steam

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October 15, 2025 at 4:46 PM
From the beaches of Chennai to the mountains of Jaipur, David Rocco searches for the soul of India through its food.

David Rocco’s Dolce India

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October 10, 2025 at 9:33 PM
When unexpected events pull director Larry Weinstein into his documentary about Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, his film about war, hope and music’s relevance to our society becomes deeply personal.

Beethoven's Nine: Ode to Humanity

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October 7, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Experience the flow of the seasons on a journey celebrating Japan's traditions, culture and wonders of nature. From spring cherry blossoms to winter snow huts, bathe in the spirit of this magnificent country.

Japan: The Sense of Season

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October 6, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Leroy Little Bear and Amethyst First Rider, leaders of a movement to reintroduce buffalo across Western North America, collaborate with master puppeteer Pete Balkwill to celebrate the buffalo's return.

Iniskim: Return of the Buffalo

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October 3, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Three Knowledge Original documentaries from BC filmmakers to Watch at VIFF via @thetyee.ca thetyee.ca/Presents/202...
Three Documentaries from BC Filmmakers to Watch at VIFF | The Tyee
Extraordinary original films about local art, culture and identity have been made in collaboration with Knowledge Network.
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October 3, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Explore the extraordinary collaboration between Kwakwaka’wakw Chief Mungo Martin and Jewish ethnomusicologist Ida Halpern. Both having endured cultural suppression, together they saved Kwak'wala songs from being lost forever.

Forbidden Music

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September 30, 2025 at 6:32 PM
What does it mean to be Indigenous right now? From copper shield-making to ancient games, portraits of artists and knowledge keepers showcase the resurgence of identity, knowledge and joy across the Northwest Coast.

In the Wake of Our Ancestors

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September 30, 2025 at 6:07 PM
As Russia’s illegal war on Ukraine nears its fourth year, Knowledge presents a Storyville Spotlight featuring three documentaries that go beyond the headlines and provide insight into the human impacts of the war.

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September 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Tuesday, September 30 is Canada's National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Explore Indigenous truths told from Indigenous perspectives in this curated selection of programs.

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September 22, 2025 at 8:48 PM
On September 30, Knowledge Network will join broadcasters across Canada to present Remembering the Children: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2025.

Tune in or stream live on our website and apps starting at 12pm.

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September 17, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Love comes at the most inconvenient of times for a family facing emotional upheaval after an unexpected event changes everything. This acclaimed Aussie drama is a funny, sophisticated and touching exploration of love in all its forms.

Love Me

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September 15, 2025 at 8:26 PM