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  • Puppy Academy season 1 - 1

    Puppy School: Join 6 pups & humans from first class to graduation! Learn basics & party tricks. This week: relaxed confidence, socialization, sit command (with hand signal) & toilet training.

  • Discover China ep44 - Huizhou Merchants

    In remote ancient southeast China, a new breed of merchants arose from poor village boys. Thrust early into the turbulent world of finance, they mastered trade against all odds. Rising from hardship, these once-unknown youths transformed into some of China’s most successful traders, reshaping reg...

  • Discover China ep09 - Suzhou Gardens

    Suzhou’s classical gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Jiangsu, China, are elegant landscapes of majestic waterscapes. They embody a timeless Chinese tradition: living in harmony with nature.

  • Discover China ep12 - A Lost Empire

    Discover China unveils a magical journey to uncover the origins behind a mountain’s name and trace a lost empire within the ruins of the Minyue Kingdom.

  • Discover China ep01 - Four Wonders of Yellow Mountain

    Yellow Mountain, China’s sacred peak, lures hikers, painters, and nature lovers. Located in Huangshan—meaning “yellow mountain”—its granite cliffs, twisted pines, and seas of mist have inspired art and poetry for centuries. A timeless realm of awe.

  • Discover China ep34 - Two Cities I

    Discover China’s two-part series follows two people in Macau and Kashgar—cities shaped by the Silk Road. One thrived as a port on the maritime route, the other as a bustling hub along the ancient overland path.

  • Discover China ep03 - Beauty and the Beacon

    Though little remains of these once-magnificent beacons, they marked the birth of the Great Wall of China. Their story intertwines with a legendary figure who bridged two warring kingdoms, uniting them through strategy and vision—laying the foundation for one of history’s greatest monuments.

  • Discover China ep37 - Seeking the Peking Man

    Unearthed in 1929 by paleontologist Pei Wen Zhong, the celebrated Peking Man skull was discovered in Southwest Beijing. This pivotal find offered crucial insights into human evolution, establishing early Chinese archaeology on the world stage.

  • Puppy Academy season 1 - 4

    Watch 6 furry students & their humans go from first-day nerves to graduation. This week: "stay," "stand up," household safety & kennel training. Learn the basics & fun party tricks

  • Puppy Academy season 1 - 8

    Watch 6 pups & humans from first day to graduation! Learn basics & party tricks. This week: pet injuries, hoop jumping, vacation prep & grad review.

  • Puppy Academy season 1 - 6

    Follow 6 furry students from first day to graduation! Learn basics & fun party tricks. This week: food bowls, cleaning, bedding & bonding.

  • Discover China ep47 - Wartorn Frontiers

    Stretching thousands of miles, the Great Wall of China is history’s longest military structure. Built over dynasties, it has withstood over two thousand years of war, weather, and invasions—a silent sentinel guarding ancient civilization through countless storms.

  • Discover China ep21 Cities and Walls

    Forged by the strike of hammers, China’s history built the spine of the Middle Kingdom. Through tumultuous eras, ancient walls and cities stood firm, silent witnesses to countless wars and tribulations.

  • Discover China ep16 - Nine Kingdoms

    In ancient China’s great floods, one man rose above all, leading the nation to safety. Celebrated as a hero, he took the throne and divided the land into nine kingdoms.

  • Discover China ep45 - The Sutra Caves

    Hidden within the Gobi Desert, the Sutra Caves hold a baffling mystery. Buddhist monks once crossed this harsh landscape, seeking refuge and spreading their faith by carving countless caves. What secrets do these silent sanctuaries keep? This documentary delves into their puzzling past, exploring...

  • Discover China ep35 - Two Cities II

    Discover China’s two-part series follows two people in Macau and Kashgar—cities shaped by the Silk Road. One thrived as a port on the maritime route, the other as a bustling hub along the ancient overland path.

  • Discover China ep04 - The First Emperor

    Qin Shi Huang founded the Qin dynasty and became unified China’s first emperor. First ruling as King Zheng from 247 to 221 BC, he conquered rival states, centralized power, and introduced sweeping reforms. His legacy includes standardized writing, currency, and the Terracotta Army.

  • Discover China ep07 - Dazu Rock Carvings

    The Dazu Rock Carvings in Chongqing, China, are a renowned series of religious sculptures dating back to the 7th century AD.

  • Discover China ep11 - Life in Drama

    Kunqu, known as the "Mother of Chinese Opera," once rested its survival on younger generations embracing its ancient art. Now taught across China and performed worldwide, this cherished tradition has found new life—honoring heritage while captivating global audiences with its timeless beauty.

  • Discover China ep10 - A Haven of Peace

    Before its 1970s global debut, Zhangjiajie was virtually unknown—even to locals. This hidden wonder revealed stunning rock pillars and breathtaking natural masterpieces, transforming it into one of the world’s most extraordinary landscapes.

  • Discover China ep13 - Humble Administrators Garden

    A dejected Imperial official poured his life into creating a Suzhou Garden of unrivaled beauty. Amid Southern China’s famed landscapes, his masterpiece stands—a testament to one man’s lifelong devotion, making it second to none among the city’s many classical gardens.

  • Discover China ep20 - Potala Palace II

    Potala Palace, a grand complex and Tibet’s holiest Buddhist site, served as the Dalai Lamas’ winter palace from 1649 to 1959. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1994, it remains a sacred symbol of Tibetan heritage.

  • Discover China ep08 - Homeland Harmonies

    Discover China journeys to the Uyghur homeland: a vibrant land of oasis towns and desert sands, once central to Silk Road trade. The Uyghurs trace their roots to Turkic peoples on China’s northwestern frontiers.

  • Discover China ep19 - Potala Palace I

    Potala Palace, a grand complex and Tibet’s holiest Buddhist site, served as the Dalai Lamas’ winter palace from 1649 to 1959. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1994, it remains a sacred symbol of Tibetan heritage.