New technology and the opening of previously closed societies are ushering in a golden age of archaeology, uncovering the secrets of some of history's most famous empires. Smithsonian Channel has gained access to some remarkable discoveries, and will reveal new insights in a major new programming block: BEHIND THE LOST EMPIRES. The block features specials on the lost city of Pompeii, a recently discovered Roman gladiator school in the heart of Europe, China's Han Dynasty and its infamous female Emperor Wu, and Burma, the world's first golden civilization.
At the intersection of violence and stability, of oppression and progress, are women. Gloria Steinem travels the world meeting those whose lives are in the crosshairs.
They’ve solved thousands of murder cases, and now they’re getting together for some killer conversation. Welcome to The Detectives Club: New Orleans—where a group of dedicated homicide investigators recount the most challenging, high profile, and emotional murder cases of their careers. They’ve solved some of the most heinous crimes the city has ever seen. This series combines riveting testimony, emotional interviews, and dramatic recreations with a tone that’s unmistakably New Orleans.
After a decade of trying to have children, Mia and Ro McGhee never imagined that they would have sextuplets! In the new series, Growing Up McGhee, Mia and Ro try their best to balance a hectic life that not only includes raising six children, but also entails running a family business. Life was busy enough when they were babies, but now they can walk, talk, share lots of laughs and mischief.
A married couple who own and operate a cake studio in Austin known for intricate and detailed creations are followed in this reality series, which examines what it takes to make their business and relationship a sweet success.
Vivica A. Fox brings sexy back in a big way as she launches her newest business venture Black Magic, an exotic male revue and ultimate ladies’ night experience featuring her magic men.
In this unique science of attraction dating format, single men and women are given the opportunity to find a partner through blind kissing tests. Does natural physical chemistry pre-determine romantic success? Each step of the format brings participants closer to choosing two final dates that could lead to real love. This series will allow the participants the opportunity to see whether or not their physical instincts are stronger than their mental instincts.
Behind many million-dollar inventions are priceless stories of inspiration, controversy, triumph, and tragedy. Explore inventions large and small, lifesaving and life-taking, scary and playful, and meet the men and women who dedicated, and often risked, their lives to follow their vision and ultimately change the world.
The four-episode, genre breaking series, recreates true stories of murder connecting the victim, accomplice and killer, on a joy ride of suspense, betrayal and obsession.
The stories of three women, Patricia, Prudence and Chantel, who are all about to become grandmothers in their 30’s! Having been young moms themselves, these women now face the reality that their own daughters are all about to give birth as teens. The series will reveal the challenges for the two generations as they try to balance their relationships, career goals and personal dreams. Each family is on an emotional roller coaster as they struggle with the daunting, yet exciting moment that will redefine their lives forever.
A six-part docu-series which follows bear trainer Jeff Watson and his two rescued bears, Bob and Screech, as Watson attempts to return them to the wild where they belong. A crisis of conscience has spurred him to do the unprecedented - introduce his two 700-pound grizzlies, animals that were raised as his kin, to the wild. Jeff must teach the bears every skill they don't currently possess in order to survive the deep wild.
There are parties, and then there are Quinceañeras! "Sweet 15: Quinceañera" celebrates the traditional rite of passage in a Latina's life passed on from generation to generation, and a day of pride for the entire family. Turning 15 is a once in a lifetime event that commemorates the day a young girl enters into womanhood. Cousins Alexis and Jarling are Miami's premiere Quinceañera party experts and dress shop owners who do it all. Along with Alexis' wife Daniela, they work with their clients to create an unforgettable event. From photo shoots to parties, no request is too big or out of the question. While longstanding cultural traditions like finding the perfect dress and the father daughter dance still remain prevalent, new American traditions are becoming a staple, including over-the-top photo shoots, numerous mid-party outfit changes, and music videos that rival those of the bigges