Dates That Made History

Elizabeth Staton travels around the world with friends

UFO believer Craig Charles and scientist Sarah Cruddas investigate some of the best-known UFO cases of recent years. They examine footage in the studio and bring in experts and witnesses by remote link.

Many believe that the true roots of America can best be experienced by traveling along the country's older trails, paths, and roadways, many of which eventually paved the way for the modern transportation network. Leave the main roads behind for those less traveled and witness how the back roads can leave a lasting impression on you that a trip down the interstate just cannot match.

A docu-drama following a city-dweller who tries to simplify his life by moving to a smallholding (like a acreage) in England. The series combines educational material of him building shelters, raising crops and animals, mending his belongings and such, with humorous interactions with his eccentric neighbors.

Welcome to Rudy Maxa's World, the ultimate travel experience with America's leading high-end travel expert. Join Rudy Maxa, public radio's original Savvy Traveler and contributing editor for National Geographic Traveler magazine.

Follow the rites of passages of young men living in different countries who all share a singular goal: to make the difficult passage into manhood. Each will face a grueling initiation quest. Success will mean new status and responsibilities within each young man's community, but, success isn't guaranteed. If they fail, they will remain children within their community.