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Best Ever Food Review Show is the fun and irreverent, ground-breaking series exploring unique foods from around the world. Every culinary destination is sprinkled with a fresh point of view and a punchy delivery, encouraging empathy and understanding of other cultures along the way. From the best street food to the most insane food markets, all in 4K.

Best Ever Food Review Show is the fun and irreverent, ground-breaking series exploring unique foods from around the world. Every culinary destination is sprinkled with a fresh point of view and a punchy delivery, encouraging empathy and understanding of other cultures along the way. From the best street food to the most insane food markets, all in 4K.

It's a family affair Katie organizes pizza and games night with the cast. Both caterpillars bring their moms.

Going South: Cycling through the Americas an adventurous environmental cycling documentary. As the climate changes, an environmental crisis is proclaimed. Four adventurous people from Sweden, Spain and the UK take on the challenge of a lifetime. The Going South teams cycle a distance of 16,765 miles and visit 17 countries. Going South is currently sold to more then 70 countries world-wide.

Going South: Cycling through the Americas an adventurous environmental cycling documentary. As the climate changes, an environmental crisis is proclaimed. Four adventurous people from Sweden, Spain and the UK take on the challenge of a lifetime. The Going South teams cycle a distance of 16,765 miles and visit 17 countries. Going South is currently sold to more then 70 countries world-wide.

Balinese cuisine is considered to be extremely complex. Different than what you find in the rest of Indonesia, Bali is further influenced by the major influx of Western tourism. Have the locals kept their traditions and cooking methods strong against the wave of tourism, or have they been catered to suit the palates of foreigners? Liesel heads to the ultimate getaway paradise island, sifts through all the yoga retreats, surfer shacks, and coffee plantations all in an effort to find iconic food - as well as track down the current foodie trend of the island.

In this episode, Maximum Foodie takes a look at several of Philippine’s iconic resorts and culinary experiences that are possible. The journey then pivots to the Maldives, at the world famous Shangri La Villingili! Almost a bigger story than the cuisine found in the resort, is the wealthy of marine activities that are possible! But eventually, the story does come back to food, to discover how the Shangri La curates it’s farm to plate experience; a real local tastes’ of Maldives, right at home at one of the most prized 5 star resorts in the island strewn nation!

Sashi is doing something he’s never done! A layover style episode. He’s got just 24 hours in the desert metropolis of Dubai. After seeking out the hive of human activity at Dubai’s bustling souks, Sashi does the absolute opposite, by venturing out in the desert. He is in search of the fabled ouzi meal in the desert, and embarks on a mission to seek it out. Armed with a vintage Land Rover defender, Sashi explores all the majesty of the Rub Al Khali. From Oryx, to ancient routes that the Bedouin have mastered and called their home - Sashi reaches his encampment and experiences the full onslaught of Arabian hospitality. That is how you do a layover!

A "pirate" ship will is stationed in the water with treasure on it. Teams must fly to the ship and retrieve as much coin as possible.

The tropical climate and varied topography of the Costa Rica have fostered exceptional biodiversity, with wildlife from both North and South America. From the peaks of volcanoes down to the Pacific and Caribbean shores, let’s discover the life of 90 of the most remarkable mammals, beautiful birds, and astonishing reptiles…

Best Ever Food Review Show is the fun and irreverent, ground-breaking series exploring unique foods from around the world. Every culinary destination is sprinkled with a fresh point of view and a punchy delivery, encouraging empathy and understanding of other cultures along the way. From the best street food to the most insane food markets, all in 4K.

Best Ever Food Review Show is the fun and irreverent, ground-breaking series exploring unique foods from around the world. Every culinary destination is sprinkled with a fresh point of view and a punchy delivery, encouraging empathy and understanding of other cultures along the way. From the best street food to the most insane food markets, all in 4K.

Best Ever Food Review Show is the fun and irreverent, ground-breaking series exploring unique foods from around the world. Every culinary destination is sprinkled with a fresh point of view and a punchy delivery, encouraging empathy and understanding of other cultures along the way. From the best street food to the most insane food markets, all in 4K.

Jeff Kavanda’s group is multicultural and composed of artists from Congo, North Africa, Ghana and Belgium. The dominant style is Afro-Cuban, with influences from music of Central Africa, West Africa, North Africa, reggae and jazz. It is mainly focused on percussion: balafon, congas, djembe, bongos, berimbo, darbouka, tama, n'goma, likembe and dun num. The rhythm of percussion is supported by several other instruments: violin, piano, drums, classical drums, lead guitar, bass guitar and clarinet. The singing is polyphonic and utilizes in its repertoire Lingala, French, Spanish, Edo, Kikongo, Kibunda and Swahili languages. Dancing is also very present throughout their concerts.

Different ethnic groups show their love for their original folklore. Caption for television was originally made for TFO channel in Canada. The series demonstrate for many genres, the origins of pure musical foundations. Originated from the Irish Montreal scene, "Ensemble Dave Gossage"is composed of Dave (flutes), Thom (drums), Bill (bass), Mike Ayles (guitar and vocals) and Jonathan Moorman (violin). Dave is known for his outstanding talent as a flutist, guitarist and composer. He surrounded himself with incredible musicians who all make their mark in their respective musical milieu. It is difficult to describe the energy and pleasure that emanates when they are all together on stage honoring Celtic Legacy.

The Boat Show is a program dedicated to nautical lovers, boat owners, or dreamers, like ourselves. The Boat Show covers water tests, reports from international boat shows, visits to shipyards, boat maintenance and technology, everyday boat repair and maintenance tips, races, events, celebrities, cooking, safety, charters and ports. It is made with passion by a team of experts with more than 15 years of experience.

The Boat Show is a program dedicated to nautical lovers, boat owners, or dreamers, like ourselves. The Boat Show covers water tests, reports from international boat shows, visits to shipyards, boat maintenance and technology, everyday boat repair and maintenance tips, races, events, celebrities, cooking, safety, charters and ports. It is made with passion by a team of experts with more than 15 years of experience.

Going South: Cycling through the Americas an adventurous environmental cycling documentary. As the climate changes, an environmental crisis is proclaimed. Four adventurous people from Sweden, Spain and the UK take on the challenge of a lifetime. The Going South teams cycle a distance of 16,765 miles and visit 17 countries. Going South is currently sold to more then 70 countries world-wide.

Going South: Cycling through the Americas an adventurous environmental cycling documentary. As the climate changes, an environmental crisis is proclaimed. Four adventurous people from Sweden, Spain and the UK take on the challenge of a lifetime. The Going South teams cycle a distance of 16,765 miles and visit 17 countries. Going South is currently sold to more then 70 countries world-wide.

One of the most modern cities in Africa, Cape Town has something for everyone. We explore the city’s architecture, taste a little wine at nearby Vineyards and track down the only penguin species in Africa before reaching the fabled Cape of Good Hope…just a scenic drive outside the city proper.

Amboseli National Park has had several years of drought so we’re anxious to see if the famous elephant herds are healthy. Journeys takes to the air and ground to get a count of these incredible animals. Along the way, we visit the local Masai to see how they’re adjusting to encroaching civilization and we encounter buffalo, hippos and numerous bird species that make Amboseli so special.

This under-visited, and far western Kenyan park area, is renowned for its giant flamingo gatherings that literally turn lakes pink. We explore these many parks on foot, in a safari vehicle and on horseback searching out the local legends that have marked this region the death zone. Our host faces imminent doom in three unique parks in this fast-paced episode.

Caves have held a special place in human development. The Hindu, Buddhist and Jain caves in these two UNESCO sites contain some of the most beautiful carvings and paintings found in Asia. This episode explores the history and relationship between these religions.

No city in the Great Thar Desert of West India has had the sway that Jodhpur has. Giant forts, impressive palaces and a legendary royal hero that frees his people from tyrannical outsiders all make this a fascinating historic romp.

We continue to explore Thailand and go to Pattaya. After, we visit the northern town Pai - an ideal place to go for a ride on a moped for the first time! We stroll through a huge park and get acquainted with the rich history of Nong Nuch. We visit perhaps the only atelier of custom motorcycles in Thailand and spend an exciting day in the company of elephants. In the evening, we try durian in the one of Thailand's markets and get acquainted with local hippies.

Going Beyond continues its exploration of Thailand! Our next destination - Koh Phangan - one of the most beautiful islands in the Kingdom, where travelers from all over the world flock to do yoga together with people sharing spiritual affinity, to visit a traditional herbal sauna, or dance at sundown! We will tell you about a perfect accommodation on the island!

Jonathan heads down to the shipwrecks of North Carolina (USA) to observe how these wrecks have become home to thousands of animals, including Sand Tiger sharks. But instead of chasing all the fish, the sharks are protecting many of them! Then, Jonathan visits the School for Field Studies in the Turks & Caicos Islands to learn how college students conduct fieldwork in their pursuit of degrees in Marine Studies. He helps tag sharks, study conch and investigate marine protected areas!

Deep in the heart of Mexico’s Yucatan, Jonathan is exploring remote cenotes in the jungle that were once used for Mayan rituals. Just reaching the surface of the water requires rappelling down from the forest above. But then, beneath the surface, he encounters strange alien life forms that live in total darkness, and the remains of humans and animal sacrifices from an ancient culture.

The Boat Show is a program dedicated to nautical lovers, boat owners, or dreamers, like ourselves. The Boat Show covers water tests, reports from international boat shows, visits to shipyards, boat maintenance and technology, everyday boat repair and maintenance tips, races, events, celebrities, cooking, safety, charters and ports. It is made with passion by a team of experts with more than 15 years of experience.

The Boat Show is a program dedicated to nautical lovers, boat owners, or dreamers, like ourselves. The Boat Show covers water tests, reports from international boat shows, visits to shipyards, boat maintenance and technology, everyday boat repair and maintenance tips, races, events, celebrities, cooking, safety, charters and ports. It is made with passion by a team of experts with more than 15 years of experience.

Teams must equip drones with poles able to grab rings attached to field goal posts. The top two teams compete in a medieval joust tournament for the top stop.

Teams are given objects and must make them fly and host a party. A spontaneous drone party commences with a multitude of guests!

Meet the cast and staff at "Charlie's House of Tattoos". Starring ink masters, Charlie Hyde and Gil Canales, led by Brandie Phillips, Tina Behrens and Katie Behrens, we discover what makes them family and what inspires "Ink Therapy".

Gil celebrates his anniversary with a special surprise.

Non-RVer Transition: Believe it or not, most people whose work relates to the RV industry don’t actually RV! That’s about to change for Sean as he takes possession of his new camper van. Now What? : Trailer brakes. Overnighting: Anthony gets some advice on the many ways you can stop for the night without having to pay for a campsite. : Dog bones.

All About Towbars: Towbars allow your car to tag along with you on your RV trip when you need more nimble wheels for around town. Now What? : Tank dumping. Inverters: Many of the electrical items in an RV are designed to work on 12 volts. But many kitchen appliances and consumer electronics need household 120 volt. That’s why you need an inverter! On The Road: Ken and Bernice.

Family RVing: Adam and Celine explain the many things to consider when RVing with school-aged kids for extended periods of time. Now What? : Overnighting at Walmart. RV Skirting: Yes, you can RV year-round in sub-freezing temperatures, but not without taking some extra steps to keep warm.

Since 20Since 2008 poachers have killed at least 5,940 African Rhinos... Rhino poaching is currently at a crisis point. By the end of 2015, the number of African Rhinos killed by poachers had increased for the sixth year in a row with at least 1,338 Rhinos killed by poachers across Africa in 2015. These statistics are compiled by International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Species Survival Commission’s African Rhino Specialist Group (AfRSG). We head to the heart of the problem in South Africa, where we meet ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to protect this species. 08 poachers have killed at least 5,940 African Rhinos...

Gil celebrates his anniversary with a special surprise.

Since 20Since 2008 poachers have killed at least 5,940 African Rhinos... Rhino poaching is currently at a crisis point. By the end of 2015, the number of African Rhinos killed by poachers had increased for the sixth year in a row with at least 1,338 Rhinos killed by poachers across Africa in 2015. These statistics are compiled by International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Species Survival Commission’s African Rhino Specialist Group (AfRSG). We head to the heart of the problem in South Africa, where we meet ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to protect this species. 08 poachers have killed at least 5,940 African Rhinos...

On the Level: John shows us why not having a level RV can melt the ice cream in your freezer. No kidding… it’s that serious! When to DIY and When to Get Help: Not handy? Well, you’d be surprised how handy you can be when there are no other options! But there are times when getting some help is the right thing to do. Making an RV Your Own - Mattresses: If anyone needs their beauty sleep it’s Anthony, but it’s not that easy when as he learns about the shortcomings of standard RV beds.

Best Ever Food Review Show is the fun and irreverent, ground-breaking series exploring unique foods from around the world. Every culinary destination is sprinkled with a fresh point of view and a punchy delivery, encouraging empathy and understanding of other cultures along the way. From the best street food to the most insane food markets, all in 4K.

Best Ever Food Review Show is the fun and irreverent, ground-breaking series exploring unique foods from around the world. Every culinary destination is sprinkled with a fresh point of view and a punchy delivery, encouraging empathy and understanding of other cultures along the way. From the best street food to the most insane food markets, all in 4K.

The cast tracks Charlie's progress as he works on getting his vintage '47 Caddilac running.

Going South: Cycling through the Americas an adventurous environmental cycling documentary. As the climate changes, an environmental crisis is proclaimed. Four adventurous people from Sweden, Spain and the UK take on the challenge of a lifetime. The Going South teams cycle a distance of 16,765 miles and visit 17 countries. Going South is currently sold to more then 70 countries world-wide.

Going South: Cycling through the Americas an adventurous environmental cycling documentary. As the climate changes, an environmental crisis is proclaimed. Four adventurous people from Sweden, Spain and the UK take on the challenge of a lifetime. The Going South teams cycle a distance of 16,765 miles and visit 17 countries. Going South is currently sold to more then 70 countries world-wide.

This investigative mission starts off in the sin city atmosphere of the Vegas strip. After a gluttonous stint at a generic buffet, Liesel is inspired to do a road trip to find iconic gems in the state of Nevada. From ghost towns, to monstrous foodie challenges, to hole in the wall dive bars in the middle of nowhere, this trip has it all. Liesel finds the resurgence of Basque cuisine in Northern Nevada, and learns that Reno can do fine dining as well! A trip to Virginia city also reveals that the Silver State has some haunted bars where patrons from the 1800s are rumored to be still imbibing and spooking locals! It’s a road trip in every sense of the word!

Sashi is in Bangkok, Thailand and exploring the stories of the city’s brightest culinary stars. In this episode, Sashi is hanging out at the illustrious Sukhothai where he’s having lunch with Chef David Tamburini, the head honcho at La Scala. Sashi gets a taste of David’s ethos of naturalmente, where David brings Sicilian home-grown authenticity to Asia. After a fantastic meal, Sashi meets back up with Chef Ton and they embark on a field trip to Koh Sichang. Chef Ton wants to illustrate the lengths he goes to, in order to support his suppliers like his fishermen. Sashi and Ton head into the Gulf of Thailand on a daring boat ride to catch a blue spotted grouper - a journey that showcases the arduous task of what it means to be an ethical chef.

In this episode, a detailed story about why Filipino cuisine is so globally unpopular is explored. An extensive journey through the fabled north of the Luzon mainland, Maximum Foodie explores all the intricacies and nuances of Filipino history and what led it’s cuisine to be so isolated and fragmented. The journey pivots to a search for a modern Filipino dish, that could serve as the emblem for the country’s cuisine! From crafting rice wine with the shamans in the rice terraces, to a pig feast with the tribal people of Kalinga, to the glitziest restaurant in the big city of Manila, this episode is one wild ride!

An abandoned building is rigged with motion sensors and teams must sneak through without being seen. A team is eliminated from the competition.

Competitors must design a drone that will catch a fish!

Best Ever Food Review Show is the fun and irreverent, ground-breaking series exploring unique foods from around the world. Every culinary destination is sprinkled with a fresh point of view and a punchy delivery, encouraging empathy and understanding of other cultures along the way. From the best street food to the most insane food markets, all in 4K.

Best Ever Food Review Show is the fun and irreverent, ground-breaking series exploring unique foods from around the world. Every culinary destination is sprinkled with a fresh point of view and a punchy delivery, encouraging empathy and understanding of other cultures along the way. From the best street food to the most insane food markets, all in 4K.

Songwriter Alpha Thiam was born in Guinea in a family of the nobility Toucouleure, one of the tribes that form the great family of the Fulani ethnic group in West Africa. Guitarist and composer, Alpha Thiam feeds on a variety of repertoires from Mali, Senegal, Côte d'Ivoire, Liberia and Burkina Faso. He sings in the Peule, Mandingue and Soussou languages. He combines his electric guitar with Nathalie Cora's koras, Cédric Dind-Lavoie's bass and double-bass, and Moses Yawo Matey's percussions (calabash, djembe, cajón).

Matsu Také was created in 2002 and is dedicated to promoting Japanese music. The group musicians play a wide variety of Japanese instruments: Koto (zither on a Japanese table with harp sounds), Shakuhachi (famous Japanese bamboo flute), Shinobué (small bamboo flute) and much more. The repertoire offered by these musicians includes classical pieces, well-known folk songs and contemporary pieces, among which the listener will recognize typical Japanese melodies.

The Boat Show is a program dedicated to nautical lovers, boat owners, or dreamers, like ourselves. The Boat Show covers water tests, reports from international boat shows, visits to shipyards, boat maintenance and technology, everyday boat repair and maintenance tips, races, events, celebrities, cooking, safety, charters and ports. It is made with passion by a team of experts with more than 15 years of experience.

The Boat Show is a program dedicated to nautical lovers, boat owners, or dreamers, like ourselves. The Boat Show covers water tests, reports from international boat shows, visits to shipyards, boat maintenance and technology, everyday boat repair and maintenance tips, races, events, celebrities, cooking, safety, charters and ports. It is made with passion by a team of experts with more than 15 years of experience.

Going South: Cycling through the Americas an adventurous environmental cycling documentary. As the climate changes, an environmental crisis is proclaimed. Four adventurous people from Sweden, Spain and the UK take on the challenge of a lifetime. The Going South teams cycle a distance of 16,765 miles and visit 17 countries. Going South is currently sold to more then 70 countries world-wide.

Going South: Cycling through the Americas an adventurous environmental cycling documentary. As the climate changes, an environmental crisis is proclaimed. Four adventurous people from Sweden, Spain and the UK take on the challenge of a lifetime. The Going South teams cycle a distance of 16,765 miles and visit 17 countries. Going South is currently sold to more then 70 countries world-wide.

Featured in films and documentaries, the mane-less lions of Tsavo have a fierce reputation – man-eaters. Journeys embarks on a photo hunt for these legendary beasts of the bush. In the process, we witness the raw power of the ghosts in the dark.

Gold, ivory and slaves drove the economy of the East coast of Africa 500 years ago. Join us as we explore the Portuguese and Arab roles in these horrific trade schemes. We’ll also investigate the pristine waters off the coast of the nearby National Park where our host dons a snorkel mask and comes face-to-face with the creatures of the coral reef.

With classic tales as The Jungle Book to his credit, Rudyard Kipling brought India to life for many readers around the world. In this episode, Bill steps back into Kipling’s wild world while exploring Kanha and Bandhavgarh National Parks, the inspiration for The Jungle Book and many other tales. There, we track tigers and search for jackal, sambar, chital, monkeys and wild boar. We round out the episode with jeep safaris, elephant rides and dinners around the fire.

Join us as we discover the amazing history of this ancient city through its religion, royal lineage, architecture and art. In the markets, Bill shows you how to buy souvenirs like a pro. We visit the Golconda Fort where the ultimate in diamond souvenirs originated. And, of course, no visit to Hyderabad would be complete without taking a look at its high-tech and movie industries, which have revolutionized the city.

This ancient ruined city, lost to history, was one of the most powerful in the world during its prime. The architectural sophistication and sheer size will amaze. Then Journeys heads out to the deep ocean for some big game fishing. Will we land the big one or return empty handed?

Going Beyond is wanderlust-filled hitchhiker Mariia Khandus’s new travel project. She’s journeyed around the world. Everybody knows that Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia are great places to relax with wonderful beaches and delicious fruits! But what do you know about the local people? The expats? About the real lives of those living in these exotic countries? In our trip we will discover it all, together! We visit the non-touristy places and show you the real Indochina! This is a set of stories of different people, through the prism of whom we show life in a country. It is a collection of diverse achievements, experiences and emotions. We are looking for the most interesting stories for you to keep expanding your own consciousness. Unbelievable panoramic views, interesting people, exciting stories and adventures – you’ll see all of this in our travel show, Going Beyond! We will visit the Kingdom of Thailand and - most importantly - the city of Bangkok.

We will visit the most incredible markets in Thailand. One of which is directly on the water ... And the second - on the rails of a fully-operating railway! Discover a teak factory, where Thai craftsmen make the most expensive wood products in the world. And in the end we'll ride on one of the biggest Ferris Wheels in Asia!

Cave diving is the most difficult and dangerous type of diving, so the training to become a certified cave diver is arduous. This episode documents Jonathan’s actual cave training in the Bahamas and follows him as he learns how to dive safely in the overhead environment of a cave in an attempt to earn his full cave diver certification.

Jonathan travels to Iceland to investigate a giant crack in the ground filled with frigid runoff from melting glaciers. It’s rumored to be the clearest water in the world. But to find out, Jonathan has to brave some very cold water. Next, he heads down to sunny Florida, not to dive a coral reef or a spectacular shipwreck, but to dive in shallow, murky water under a busy bridge. This secret spot is home to some of the ocean’s most remarkable, and weird, animals.

The Boat Show is a program dedicated to nautical lovers, boat owners, or dreamers, like ourselves. The Boat Show covers water tests, reports from international boat shows, visits to shipyards, boat maintenance and technology, everyday boat repair and maintenance tips, races, events, celebrities, cooking, safety, charters and ports. It is made with passion by a team of experts with more than 15 years of experience.

The Boat Show is a program dedicated to nautical lovers, boat owners, or dreamers, like ourselves. The Boat Show covers water tests, reports from international boat shows, visits to shipyards, boat maintenance and technology, everyday boat repair and maintenance tips, races, events, celebrities, cooking, safety, charters and ports. It is made with passion by a team of experts with more than 15 years of experience.

The six remaining teams split into two groups and play the first ever game of Drone Ball.

Teams create drones that can fly, float, and drive and race through air, sea, and land. A team is eliminated to reveal the final contenders.

Gil celebrates his anniversary with a special surprise.

It's a family affair Katie organizes pizza and games night with the cast. Both caterpillars bring their moms.

RVing with Pets: Nothing makes an RV feel more like home than sharing the lifestyle with your furry family members. But if you’re not careful, it can be a nightmare for them, you, and your neighbors! Working Age RVers: Xscapers’ Travis and Melanie Carr discuss how the fastest growing demographic in RVing have their work/life balance just right.

Entertainment 101: Sure RVing is about the great outdoors, but Cherie and Chris explain how can you scratch that binge watching itch when rainy days keep you inside? Boondocking Newbies: Peter pulls the plug on Anthony and Matt as they embark on true off-the-grid RVing for the first time – a far cry from the constant full hook-ups Anthony has become accustomed to!

International RVing: Peter and John explain several of the unique aspects of RVing from driving to electrical to sewer while on a beautiful journey through Italy. RV Etiquette: Tom and Cait hilariously cover a pretty thorough list of very helpful “Do’s” and not-so-nice “Don’ts” in this can’t miss segment!

The charismatic Southern Ground-Hornbill is a bird that many people already know well. They are culturally important as the ‘thunder' or 'rain’ birds and are a flagship species for the savannah biome. At present, Southern Ground-Hornbills are considered within South Africa as ‘Endangered', with their numbers outside of formally protected areas still declining. It is likely that the birds will soon meet the IUCN Red Data List Criteria as being ‘Critically Endangered’ in South Africa. It’s estimated that only 1500 Ground-Hornbills are left in South Africa, of which half are safe within the protected areas. This means there are only an estimated 417 breeding groups in the whole of South Africa, data shows that, on average, only one chick is raised to adulthood every 9 years. The reasons for their decline are predominantly loss of habitat to croplands, bush-encroachment, overgrazing and plantations, loss of nesting trees, secondary poisoning and electrocution.

It's a family affair Katie organizes pizza and games night with the cast. Both caterpillars bring their moms.

The charismatic Southern Ground-Hornbill is a bird that many people already know well. They are culturally important as the ‘thunder' or 'rain’ birds and are a flagship species for the savannah biome. At present, Southern Ground-Hornbills are considered within South Africa as ‘Endangered', with their numbers outside of formally protected areas still declining. It is likely that the birds will soon meet the IUCN Red Data List Criteria as being ‘Critically Endangered’ in South Africa. It’s estimated that only 1500 Ground-Hornbills are left in South Africa, of which half are safe within the protected areas. This means there are only an estimated 417 breeding groups in the whole of South Africa, data shows that, on average, only one chick is raised to adulthood every 9 years. The reasons for their decline are predominantly loss of habitat to croplands, bush-encroachment, overgrazing and plantations, loss of nesting trees, secondary poisoning and electrocution.

Liesel pinballs around a city known for its gastronomy, the forgotten hub of British East India trading company, Kolkata. From trying out what the bustling city’s vibrant street food scene has to offer, to the lesser known gems, including, venturing into India’s only Chinatown and sampling their delicacies. A tale of walking food tours, hole in the wall joints serving up North Eastern dumplings, messy fish markets, and of course, the pride of Bengal, the Hilsa fish. Is Kolkata up to par with the other major metropolitan cities of India? This episode finds out exactly that!