CULINARY Title Language Year Format Synopsis The Secret of Italian Food German 2017 HD A risotto with sea urchins on the Gulf of Naples, light sea cuisine in Liguria, braised rabbit in Piedmont and fresh pasta in Emilia Romagna. The great thing about Italian cuisine is the regional variety, the rich culinary heritage and the passionate cooks, who always refresh traditional recipes with new ideas. In Italy, you can have excellent food in the most remote corners, but Italian cuisine outside the country is often still considered to be pizza and spaghetti Pomodoro. But this is not so in Alberico Penati located in Paris: this Italian restaurant combines the traditional cuisines of Sicily and Venice while adding innovative new twists. A success story in the high-rise of French cuisine. Wine - The Future is Organic German 2016 HD Stinging nettle and rock crystal makes for healthy vines: for 40 years now, the Austrian winery, Nikolaihof, has been producing wine bio- dynamically. Its success, however, rests on the shoulders of the winemaking family: Riesling gave wine expert Parker a sensational 100 points for his inventive new wine. The Fattoria Lavacchio in Tuscany has been manufacturing wines organically since the seventies, and this is especially appreciated by American wine lovers. Though the Campogrande wine from the Cinque Terre is not certified, it’s organic - wine is only as good as the land on which the grapes were planted and harvested. At the Lake of Zurich and Lac Léman, you will find more and more organic farmers. They are no longer ridiculed as ecos, but are regarded as trendsetters, especially among the younger generation. Restaurateurs, wine merchants and wine journalists confirm: the future belongs to organic wine. Feathered Delicacies German 2016 HD It flies, it flies! Today, the poultry kitchen is more exotic than Poulet and Trute: the star kitchen, for example, has discovered that pigeons - those birds that are often called bacteria sluices- are actually exquisite delicacies. Small but mouthwateringly exquisite, the quail is an ever more frequently seen guest on their plates. When the goose is on the menu, we know that Christmas is approaching. But that’s not all! The “banal” house-chicken also offers other culinary surprises for the taste buds: chicken feet and cockscomb. From the rats of the skies to the fastest steak in the world, NZZ format pulls the lid off the world of poultry. Barbecue - Meat in German 2016 HD Barbecues, short BBQ, are conquering the world. But we are not talking about barbecuing on a Sunday Perfection evening in the backyard. Yes, meats are prepared with hot air and the characteristic delicate smoky flavour in a smoker for often over twelve hours or more, but here these BBQ-ers compete to make the “Grill master” or "BBQ King" printed on their aprons a reality. Observations at a BBQ competition in Hutchinson, USA, and in Brugg, Switzerland have led many to see a new side to the world of BBQ. Having become a sport for the well-to-do and passionate, BBQs nowadays are competitive and constructed in a tight manner. Giant portions, the special sauce at Arthur Bryant's BBQ temple in Kansas City, a smoker for 2.5 tons of meat: the Swiss cow "Barbe Q" and refined BBQs in private settings – are what you will find on this very hot scene! A very serious and equally amusing insight into the world of barbecues / meat delicacies. The Culinary Tips of the Top German 2016 HD Spinach and bacon instead of caviar and goose liver: Simplicity is the trend among young top chefs. When Chefs Christian Puglisi, the longest running contender on the list of the 50 best Chefs in the world, slaughters an animal, every bit is utilized. The British Starkoch Heston Blumenthal scores major points with his pairing of flavours that have never before been paired by tracing the influence of molecular cuisine and observing other chefs’ interpretation of various food groups. For example, in Bangkok, Gaggan Anand reinterprets the classic curry. On the other hand, one of the oldest and best Japanese cooks, Ono Jiro, remains a trendsetter. From pots, trends and tradition, a culinary journey around the globe. Delicacies from the Sea German 2016 HD The sea has a great wealth of fish and other marine life. But the stock is not infinite: some species are dying because of overfishing. For millions of people, fish is their source of life - not only as food, but also as a source of income. A journey through Asia and Europe: a crab fisherman on Sylt and the oyster farm in Cancale, an Irish television and mussel cook, and a Spanish anchovy canning factory to the legendary fish markets and fortunes of Tokyo and Hong Kong. From the Alpine Kitchen German 2015 HD In South Tyrol, Austrian alpine cuisine meets Italian cooking with Mediterranean refinement. Sweet and salty combinations belonged to Glarner's kitchen long before "sweet and sour" became popular in "Zigerschlitz". The rural Valaisian cuisine is alive, but even traditionally conscious cooks are conjuring up refined delicacies with ingredients from sunny Canton. The barley soup from Grisons, Capuns and Pizzöcar à la pusc’ciavina are true culinary delights for lovers of a nutritious, spicy and surprising cuisine. The most delicious dishes of the Alpine cuisine. Coffee - From the Turkish German 2015 HD Coffee is becoming more refined, be it espresso from exclusive beans or re-discovered filter coffee. The Drink to the Trendy most expensive coffee varieties in the world cost double-digit amounts per cup. The beans are fermented Beverage in the intestine of animals. In Viennese coffee houses you do not order "coffee", but one of many traditional coffee creations. Capsule coffees allow everyone to drink a good espresso at home. The largest coffee producer in the world is Brazil. Small-scale farmers also produce specialty coffees and thus meet the taste of young coffee lovers. Street-Food for Gourmets German 2015 HD Food is now available in cities around the clock, almost everywhere. In the west, they are mostly found in fast food restaurants and come in the form of sausages or sandwiches. However, in Asia, fast food is found in food stall on the roadside. This type of food has a long tradition in Asia and is an integral part of everyday life. The street kitchen is considered a gourmet kitchen and nowadays street food festivals and guides are booming. A stroll through Asia's most exciting street food metropolis. Lemons - Culture and German 2015 HD On lemon trees, blossoms and fruits grow simultaneously. The lemons of the Amalfi Coast in the Gulf of Kitchen Salerno are particularly tasty, but difficult to harvest on steep terraces. Lemons simply belong to the culinary arts: Ernesto Iaccarino from the restaurant Don Alfonso 1890 in Sant'Agata cooks with fruits from his own garden. Heinz Reitbauer uses the rare varieties from the imperial citrus collection in Schönbrunn Palace for the delicate creations made from citrus fruits in the restaurant Steirereck in Vienna. The citrus garden of Mina and Andreas Honegger is an oasis. The two are passionate cooks who use a splash of lemon as a final touch to their lamb, fish and chicken dishes. Glarner Kitchen - From German 2015 HD The Canton of Glarus is special, even in the kitchen. The oldest Swiss branded product, the Schabziger, Ankenzelten to Zigerbrüüt polarizes like no other Swiss cheese. Either you love it, or you make a run for it as soon as you smell it. Sweet and salty combinations belonged to Glarner's kitchen long before "Sweet and Sour" became popular in "Zigerschlitz". There is the Chalberwurst plum jam in the village and in the Glarner pastry, the sweet and sour plums meet crushed almond. People from beyond the cantonal boundaries love unknowns such as Magenträss or Ankenzelten. The latest volume of the culinary heritage in Switzerland is dedicated to Glarner cuisine. Co-author Paul Imhof tells us about the typical dishes. The Variety of Asian Cuisine German 2014 HD Globalization has expanded our eating preferences: what were once pizza and pasta are today sushi, Pad Thai, Tandoori chicken or Dim Sum. Asian cuisine - or what is sold to us as such - is becoming more and more popular in Europe. But is there anything in Asian cuisine that can be compared with Chinese and Japanese or even Indian dishes? A journey through the different cuisines of Asia in search of a common denominator - from India to Thailand and Singapore to China and Japan, from award-winning top chefs to unknown masters of street food. Rice - a Grain Feeds the German 2014 HD Thai cuisine is unthinkable without a bowl of rice, rice noodles or rice dessert. The head of a Swiss rice mill World is growing organic jasmine rice for the Swiss market in Thailand. Top chef Othmar Schlegel cooks in Ascona with Ticino rice, exquisite risotto. The Philippine rice terraces belong to the oldest buildings in the world and are part of the Unesco world cultural heritage. Farmers cultivate them by hand today. At the International Rice Institute more than 100'000 different varieties of rice are stored. They have a lot of potential for future varieties. Hearty and Refined: Valais German 2014 HD Raclette remains raclette. The rural hearty Valais cuisine is alive, but even tradition-conscious cooks Cuisine conjure up today refined delicacies made from the ingredients of the sunny Canton. Thus, a Valais dessert made of coarse rye breadcrumbs and wine becomes an airy foamy mousse. Risotto, parfait and fondue refined with saffron explode in your mouth, taking your breath away. Ripened fine raclette cheese, sausage and meat specialties and the leaven for the best rye bread from the wood oven take their time to slowly cook. A typical stew and a very special beef filet can be found in Evolène. Soy – the Miracle Bean German 2014 HD Almost daily we have them on our plates: the soybean. Their oil is found in many processed foods, and is a popular meat substitute in the form of tofu - especially among vegetarians. Originally the egg-rich bean hails from Asia. The Buddhist monks had soya milk curdled and called the resulting "cheese" tofu. In Japan, a meal without soy products is unthinkable: besides tofu, miso soup or soya sauce belong to almost every meal. As a foodstuff of the future, the soybeans, thanks to their high protein content, could help to ensure the nutrition of the growing world population. Researchers breed new varieties, which can also be cultivated in climatically difficult regions. Crime and Kitchen (1/4) - German 2013 HD Flood in Po. A barge drove down the river without a guide. Murder? In Valerio Varesi's "The Mist River", The Mist River Commissioner Soneri is puzzled by the wall of silence encountered during his investigations. But when hunger strikes, he strikes it lucky. On the menu, he discovers Anolini in brodo, the world famous Culatello ham and untranslatable like pisarei, gras pistes or mezze maniche. Soneri loves the honest regional cuisine of Emilia-Romagna: a few dishes, first-class and prepared according to old tradition. According to Commissario Soneris taste Villiana Zacchi cooks in the Locanda Leon d'Oro in Zibello. A lot of tension and then a tavola! Crime and Kitchen (2/4) - German 2014 HD No one knows why one day the food critic of a famous restaurant guide decided one day to eat in the "Les Devil's Fruit Deux Eglises" located in downtown Luxembourg. And it is a total mystery as to why he keeled over and died at the table. Xavier Kieffer, the head of the restaurant, then a suspect of murder, conducted an investigation on his own time and dime that revealed a monstrous culinary scandal. Tom Hillenbrand wrote a crime novel with "Devil's Fruit", which is a criminal and culinary thriller. And when the famous Luxembourg star cook Léa Linster, the only woman worldwide to be awarded the Bocuse d'Or opts to create Luxembourg classics like Judd mat Gaardebounen, which is cured pork neck with broad beans, the kitchen is also becomes a place of high tension. Crime and Kitchen (3/4) - German 2014 HD A crime novel by the best-selling author Rita Falk: A village policeman is looking for the murderer of an Winter Potato Dumpling entire family, and his once peaceful life turns into chaos. The policeman’s only respite is his grandmother’s roast pork and Kaiserschmarrn. In the restaurant “Gotzinger Trommel” in Bavaria’s Weyarn, the host Hans Triebel, together with the author Rita Falk, shows how a solid menu is conjured according to the grandmother's cooking style. Crime and kitchen (4/4) German 2014 HD Hansjörg Schneider is the author of the Hunkeler novels, who routinely lead the Swiss bestseller list and Hunkeler Does Things were adapted into films with Mathias Gnädinger in the leading role. In "Hunkeler makes things” the case of a murdered prostitute robs the eccentric commissioner of sleep. The search for the murderer takes him through many detours bypassing the three-country borders of Basel. Together with Hunkeler, Hansjörg Schneider explores the culinary diversity of the region, in Basel in the "Sommereck", in the Black Forest in Todtnauberg’s "Engel" and in Alsace in Knoeringue with blood sausage and calf tongue in the Oysters & Co. - Hard Shell, German 2013 HD Some"Chausseur". love them while others won’t even go near them: mussels, snails and sea urchins. When properly Soft Core prepared, these crustaceans are absolute delicacies. France is the oyster centre of Europe, both in cultivation and consumption. It is so popular that a young chef has decided to specialize in their preparation. The “oysters of the small man” are mussels and in Northern Ireland is a "Mussel festival" that centres on these shellfish. Encountering two contract fishermen, we learn more about these insects of the sea. While one fisherman breeds abalones and sea snails, aphrodisiacs of the culinary world that are almost extinct in the wild, the other cherishes and cares for sea urchins for four years before making the sale. Sugar: Sweet Temptation German 2013 HD Sugar is a source of joy but it is also a witch’s brew and to make matters worse, it is omnipresent. Refined sugar: what does it take for the bulbous beet to be transformed into the noble white seducer that takes various forms? Sugar is blamed for bad teeth and overweight. But how harmful is sugar to our health? A doctor reveals the secrets of sugar. Therapy is said to help with sugar addiction. Emergency solution or real alternative? What should we observe when baking with artificial sweeteners? Con Amore e Gusto — German 2013 HD Food is the great passion of Italians. Cuscùs in Sicily, Ribollita in Tuscany and Agnolotti in Piedmont offer History of the Italian Cuisine local cuisine that is both rich and diverse. Despite all its differences, Italian historian Massimo Montanari will explains Italian cuisine with many examples from all over Italy. With his collection of recipes, Pellegrino Artusi, the most famous cookbook of Italian cuisine, has managed to unify Italy better than any politician could. In Artusi's hometown, Forlimpopoli is cooked according to his recipes. Lovers of the Italian cuisine from all over the world flock to the cooking school of the Casa Artusi. Once ago, the kitchen was the domain of women says Ninety-year-old farmer, Caterina Busca, as she speaks of a past world. What is the future of Italian cuisine in the families? Carlo Petrini, the founder of Slow Food, is convinced that his movement has saved Italian cuisine. The food chain Eataly has made a lucrative business from Slow Food's philosophy, from New York to Tokyo. Gurus of the Indian Cuisine English, 2013 HD Nothing is simple in India - least of all eating. Beef is often taboo due to religious reasons and many German Indians are vegetarian. India's best chefs are forced to be as colourful and as varied as their homeland's cuisine. Some of the most interesting Indian chefs can be found outside their home country. London's elite meet in the Cinnamon Club and in La Porte des Indes you can enjoy Indian food à la française. The Gaggan in Bangkok is a temple of molecular Indian cuisine. Delicious and Tempting: German 2013 HD A young top chef makes her dreams a reality with top notch exotic fruits. Mangos are native to the Indian- Mango & Co. Malay region and have long been found in the tropics and subtropics worldwide. Today they are successfully grown in Andalusia. Over a thousand farmers deliver their mangoes to large co-operations. The freshly picked fruits are delivered to the consumers in Europe, just like the cherimoyas or lychees cultivated in Spain. However, many fruits such as passion fruit, papayas and goose anemones still thrive best in the tropics. Their transport is therefore very tricky. The point of maturity, storage and transport are of central importance when it comes to intercontinental trade. Exotic High: Pineapple & Co. German 2013 HD The juicy fruit pulp and the seductive aromas of the tropical fruits excite more and more consumers. Those in Ghana, who produce pineapples for the European market, have to meet very high standards of quality. Fairtrade and organic products are becoming increasingly important in international trade. In addition to questions about the nutritional value, the research also focuses on the secrets of aromas. In Seychelles, fruits are produced exclusively for the local market. Like everywhere in the tropics and subtropics, fruit is also a major factor in Seychellois cuisine. A delicious jackfruit curry with papaya chutney must not be missed. A Culinary Journey Through English, 2013 HD Greeks, Arabs, Normans, Swabians, French and Spanish have ruled Sicily over the centuries and left Sicily German traces of their cultures behind in the cuisine. Spanish influences are expressed with empanadas and stuffed dumplings. Arabian couscous is eaten in San Vito Lo Cap and the island of Favignana was once a tuna-fishing venue. The “flying chef” philosophises in the fish market in Catania, and young, ambitious chefs interpret the traditional cuisine. Crabs, Currys, Noodles - The English, 2012 HD For centuries, all sorts of culinary influences have come together on the Malaysian Peninsula, halfway Best of Malaysia and German between India and China. There is also a wealth of food and spices, as found only in tropical coastal Singapore regions. The result is a varied kitchen of superlatives. NZZ Format presents the of the highlights from Malaysia and Singapore. China's Unknown Cuisine English, 2012 HD Chinese cuisine has much more to offer than cheap Chinese take-aways might lead Europeans to believe. (1/2): Hong Kong German Cooking techniques such as steaming, cooking at low temperatures, glazing and wok cookery, which involves cooking freshly prepared ingredients over a very high heat and serving them as quickly as possible, piping hot, were all invented in China. China's cuisine is so diverse that it is even difficult for the Chinese themselves to keep track of it. We visit some of the most innovative chefs and best restaurants in the gourmet paradise that is Hong Kong. China's Unknown Cuisine English, 2012 HD On the subtropical island of Taiwan, all kinds of influences combine to create particularly exciting culinary (2/2): Taiwan German experiences. In this industrious country, people not only work but also eat around the clock, and these healthy, light bites are especially popular. The high quality of these tidbits from the Taiwanese cuisine is making them into another major export for this island republic. Italian Pasta English, 2012 HD Tagliatelle and ravioli: Bologna is the stronghold of fresh pasta. In the Ligurian cuisine aromatic herbs, German such as basil for “trofie al pesto”, play a major role. Pasta production in Gragnano near Naples has a long tradition. The Don Alfonso 1890 restaurant has taken pasta to new heights of success. Thomas Verdillo of Tommaso's Restaurant in Brooklyn is the grandson of immigrants from Naples and brings with him his culinary heritage. The pasta creations of star chef Davide Scabin from Turin resemble futuristic sculptures. The Art of Scientific Cookery English, 2012 HD Physicist, cabaret artist and cookbook author: Werner Gruber and his tips for everyday cookery. Accurate German to the milligram: Rolf Caviezel shows us recipes from molecular cuisine. Modern cooking techniques provide new taste experiences. Thomas Vilgis and his experiments help us understand molecules better. In the laboratory of world-famous chef Heston Blumenthal, we encounter his avant-garde creations, and learn the scientific basis of his cooking. Vietnam's Healthy Cuisine English, 2012 HD The painful history of Vietnam in the second half of the last century has meant that we in the Western German world haven’t had so much contact with this country. Although Vietnam has a great deal to offer from a culinary point of view, its cuisine has never become as popular as that of its neighbor, Thailand. But Vietnam's healthy cuisine has much to offer: light rice rolls, noodle soups, seafood and always fresh and healthy herbs of all kinds. Masters of Modern Cookery English, 2012 HD Ferran Adrià revolutionised modern cuisine in his restaurant “El Bulli”. His 30 to 40-course menus were German riddled with irritations and provocations. Nathan Myhrvold has written the essential treatise on modern cookery. Its 2438 pages tell you everything about the history, principles, techniques, physics and chemistry of modern food preparation. Near San Sebastian in the Basque highlands you will find the restaurant “Mugaritz”. Andoni Luis Aduriz is considered to be one of the great proponents of the culinary arts. Perfect Sushi English, 2011 HD At age 85, Jiro Ono is the oldest 3-star chef in the world. He and his son Yoshikazu run an inconspicuous German sushi restaurant in Tokyo. Although he has been making sushi for almost 70 years now and is seen by many as the king of sushi, he is still not completely satisfied. He tries to improve every day on his mission to create the perfect sushi. South Tyrolean Cuisine English, 2010 HD South Tyroleans cook things their own way. In the northernmost province of Italy, the Austrian-influenced German alpine cuisine meets the lighter Mediterranean culinary arts of Italy. At the intersection of the two culinary cultures quality is the order of the day. Natural, local products play a central role. When South Tyrolean farmers get things steaming and Tyrolean chefs combine hearty alpine specialties with Mediterranean lightness, a unique taste experience is guaranteed. Sweet and Salty, Sour and English, 2009 HD No cuisine is gaining popularity as rapidly as Thai. NZZ Format presents Thailand's best restaurants and Hot: Thai Cuisine German cookery schools. Star chefs show off their tricks and reveal what to look for when shopping and preparing food. Properly cooked Thai food is not only super-healthy, but also helps shed kilos. Pizza - The Most Successful English, 2007 HD Naples is the home of real pizza. At the annual pizza festival, the best pizzerias are selected. Red Fast Food German tomatoes, white mozzarella cheese and green basil are the national colours on the pizza designed for Queen Margherita. This is how the most famous pizza got its name. In New York, Italian immigrants created a sensation with pizza. Tony Muia, son of Calabrian parents, takes participants on his pizza tour to the best pizzerias in Brooklyn. Pizza is by far the most successful fast food. HEALTH . BODY Title Language Year Format Synopsis Vitamins: A Fairytale of German 2017 HD In the field of nutrition, vitamins pose the greatest challenge as there is always a striking gap between Deficiency research results and the behaviour of the population. For years, vitamin products have been a billion-dollar business; a direct result of this being the frequently myths about the hazards of vitamin deficiency. But which vitamins do we really need? Can’t the necessary vitamins be obtained from a healthy diet? Meanwhile, an increasing number of food manufacturers are using so-called functional foods with vitamin enriched foods. But scientists warn that this can lead to overdosing, which would then result in an increase in the mortality rate. A NZZ format programme about the shady business of vitamin supplements. Fog of Oblivion - Life With German 2017 HD "I have Alzheimer". By uttering this statement, more and more victims have managed to come to terms with Dementia the disease. Instead of tirelessly trying to conceal their symptoms, the victims have found that in revealing their condition, they garner understanding from others and overall a better quality of life. But how does one live with dementia? What is it like for the healthy partner to watch their loved one slowly disappear? The disease has proven easy to diagnose, but researchers are feverishly searching for the causes of the disease and a possible cure. Meanwhile, many have noticed that human contact gives these patients a bit of relief from the pains of the disease. Alzheimer's patients flourish when dancing, writing and while under consistent care in an understanding environment. An NZZ format about the fleetingness of life. Dosed Hunger - Fasting as a German 2016 HD Fasting is a powerful weapon against age and disease. What “primitive people” and religions have been New Remedy? doing for millennia is now being scientifically reviewed. The findings are striking: our body has the ability to repair itself and rejuvenate itself. However, only when denied food. The first set of human studies has provided insight into the body’s ability to self-heal. This ability could go as far as to help with the fight against cancer. But what kind of fasting is right? And is there perhaps a pill that could provide the proper fasting effects? An NZZ format about hunger and its essential effects. The Patient - Manager of His German 2016 HD The times when doctors were regarded as demi-gods of wisdom are over. With the evolution of technology, Illness the patient of today is more informed than ever - they know their needs and can assume responsibility for their illnesses. This, however, makes the patient more critical and more challenging. Digitalization gives the average man access to knowledge previously reserved for the medical profession and because it is easier for one to trust one’s self, patients want to be personally responsible for their recovery and expect doctors to take a holistic approach to their healing. From time to time the boundaries between medicine and esotericism become blurred; however, studies show that self-responsibility among patients has a positive effect on the course of the disease and healing. A programme about the loss of authority, equality and self-healing: doctors, patients and experts discuss strategies in dealing with diseases. Phytotherapy - The Healing German 2016 HD Imagine various herbs combating the various diseases suffered by humankind. Whitethorn against heart Powers of Plants problems, St John's wort fighting depression, and Grape-berry candle helping with menopausal symptoms - healing with plants is an alternative for many people. Sufferers of allergy benefit from gentle herbal medicines, and even with burnouts is herbal therapy a good supplement to antidepressants. In the Herbadonna group, doctors are sharing their knowledge of herbs with each other to ensure better medicinal care. Older people have always known a lot about medicinal herbs, and children of our generation are learning the tricks of the trade in a generic project in Maienfeld. Medicinal plants have always been used as teas and tinctures, but nowadays, they are being used more and more as standardized medicines. History, application, impact - the success of medicinal plants; from the monastery Our Back - Strong and German 2016 HD Thegarden back to ishigh-tech a masterly medicine. development of evolution. Gymnast Giulia Steingruber owes her successful career Sensitive to her strong back. Our backs say a lot about us. For example, the slouch indicates sloth and the upright walk signifies an inner attitude. But the most significant feature of the back in the miraculous spine that keeps us extremely stable and mobile. The back can be seen as a mirror of the soul. There are many questions involving the back. Cervical disc prolapse: Why does it happen to one and not the other? Mattress research: Which is the right one? Are high heels really harmful to the back? Find the causes of back pain on the trail. Energy-Refill - Food for Our German 2016 HD In the busy vortex of everyday life, humankind has always found ways by which to recover and gain Soul replenishment. On a journey into the tranquillity of the Moroccan desert, one can find oneself and discover the solutions to many problems. Traditions maintained, such as yodelling in Muotatal, serve to strengthen camaraderie and the cultivation of a cultural heritage. Bathing has a justifiably long tradition, because warm water has been found to both relax and invigorate the senses. And the Indian physical exercises of yoga serve to strengthen muscles and awareness, attitude and personality. Whether you play football, climb or bike, many sports give energy and strength for everyday life. Hymn to the Foot German 2016 HD The foot is far more than just shoes, but even in this function they are quite sexy. High heels, stockings and nail polish enhance the eroticism of the foot. Feet are forms of instruments: the grace and power of the Prim ballerina, the virtuosity of the organist and the drummer and the precision of the footbag world champion - The foot-painter who uses her feet as hands- are owed to the feet. From the performing arts to the medical art and craft of the foot: the evolution from shoe inserts to casts, to life –like prosthetics made from silicone. An entertaining, informative portrait of the foot, which is both insightful and thought- The Game with Addiction German 2015 HD Playingprovoking. is fun! But you can become addicted to playing and with it, destroy your lives - especially when it comes to money. Nowadays, gambling is comparable to alcohol and nicotine addiction and is now recognized as a disease. But the gambling market continues to boom, especially on the Internet. Game protection measures are not implemented in many areas. Three victims of gambling tell their stories: how they became addicts, therapy successes and relapses and their lives as pathological players. Would a gambling ban help them? News From the Intestine German 2015 HD More and more people are suffering from irritable bowels or inflammatory diseases such as ulcerative colitis. While searching for the cause of such diseases, it was discovered that there are connections between the bowel and the brain. The intestine is like a universe of its own - it affects psyche, immune system and is the source of many diseases. Nutrition plays a key role here. From these findings, new, successful therapies, which require no medication, are being developed. Low-irritant helps an unusual diet or abdominal hypnosis, and a stool transplant can cure inflammatory indications such as ulcerative colitis. Cannabis - Intoxication and German 2015 HD The USA before the big Cannabis frenzy and the state of Colorado rising as a pioneer. The legalization of Medicine cannabis for medical purposes as well as for consumption appears to be unstoppable in the USA. The industry is booming and might become the next billion-dollar market. The Dutch model with the coffee shops, where Marijuana and hash can be sold and consumed, is soon 40 years old. The proportion of cannabis users is nevertheless not higher than the European average. In Germany, only critically ill patients with a special permit are allowed to use cannabis. The few cannabis drugs on the market are extremely expensive and are usually not covered by insurance. In desperation, some patients resort to the illegal cultivation of cannabis. Brazilian Butt Lift German 2014 HD No butt is like the other. Ideally it's big and round, especially in Brazil, where they speak openly about beauty operations. Whereas in the German-speaking area one should not see that surgery was done. The tyranny of beauty ideals has extended to the genitals. Intimal Surgery has popped up in the middle of society and has become more than just a side issue. Tightening, corrections, enlargements and reductions have been done for centuries, but the First World War turned cosmetic surgery into a fad. Possibilities, boundaries and ethical aspects of intimal surgery and unembellished pictures from the operating room - Find out about the beginnings of beauty medicine. The Silence German 2014 HD For Brother James, silence is his mission in life. The monk has lived in the monastery for over thirty years and knows exactly how rich silence can be. Christine Dettli leads meditation trips to the Moroccan desert. There, people are looking for the answers to life questions, but not everyone finds their inner peace in the outer silence. Silence as a cure: Patients in the holy field clinics in Bad Kissingen are supposed use the prescribed tranquillity and calmness to recover their health. But too much silence can be unbearable. In a sound-proof room in the Empa in Zurich, even acousticians get a feeling of discomfort. Beauty from Nature German 2013 HD Like Madonna, Julia Roberts and Nicole Kidman, more and more women are demanding cosmetics without synthetic substances and petroleum products. Natural cosmetics have become a socially acceptable trend. With 5.5 percent annual growth, it is constantly expanding its market share. In 2012 in Germany alone, 860 million euros was invested in natural cosmetics. The two traditional companies, Weleda and Dr. Hauschka, are far ahead in this branch. They build the raw materials themselves and use a large network of producers, which helps them have a comprehensive quality control. A major hitch in the natural cosmetics movement, however, is chemical hair dyes. Though hair dyeing without harmful chemicals is possible, not all products can deliver what they promise, therefore many women opt for chemical hair dyes which deliver results but can damage the scalp and hair. Adrenaline German 2013 HD The frantic heartbeat of lovers in the throes of passion is produced by a sudden rush of adrenaline. It causes the high experienced by dare devils and the sudden burst of energy experienced when one takes flight - The hormone makes its presence known in every extreme situation, especially those concerning fear and danger. Adrenaline plays a central role in emergency medicine and in stressful situations it helps us keep a cool head. As Alain Robert climbs the highest skyscrapers in the world, unsecured, extreme adrenaline rushes through her body like an elixir of life. Then we encounter two daring speed- and Wing suit flyers, who find the ultimate kick in the so-called "Adrenal valley" in the Bernese Oberland and meet in One's Weaker Self German 2012 HD Thethe air. weaker self - We blame our lack of willpower when we cannot implement resolutions or when we postpone activities, for example, not working out or succumbing to temptation and eating, when we want to lose weight. Thanks to new brain research, we can build our willpower. The magic word is called counterstrategy. In the case of unwanted automatic behaviours, skilful planning helps to build self-chosen routines. Also, hypnosis can help to reconcile the mind with desires that will result in strengthening the will.

Allergies - The Immune English, 2012 HD More and more people are suffering from allergies. Their immune systems run amok when they are stung System Running Amok German by a bee, if there is pollen in the air, or even when they eat a seemingly harmless apple. Genetic and environmental factors, lifestyle, and the fact that the immune system has too little to do in our modern hygienic world all play an important role. Allergies significantly affect one's quality of life and in extreme cases it can cause a life-threatening allergic shock. Diabetes - Widespread English, 2011 HD 21st century epidemic: more and more people are developing diabetes. The long-term consequences are Disease German severe, and the risk factors more varied than was previously thought. Silent killer: Type 2 diabetes usually goes undetected for many years. Islet cell transplantation: hope for the future? Every kilo increases the risk: Type 2 diabetes and obesity. Why diet and exercise are so important for prevention and treatment. Dementia: Living with the English, 2011 HD The cause of dementia is still not known, but memory clinics can now diagnose the disease accurately. Diagnosis German How do you live with the diagnosis? Should one tell people one has Alzheimer's, the most common form of dementia? Is it possible to slow the progression of the disease? Is it still possible to live a satisfying, full life with the disease? What's it like when you no longer recognise your life partner? Four sufferers and their families give insight into their lives with the disease. Yoga -The Call of Silence English, 2009 HD What was once secret lore and a healing process known only to a few insiders in India has become German common property worldwide for the highly stressed as well as for seekers from all ages and social classes. NZZ Format opens the door to hatha yoga, delves into trends such as Power Yoga and Prana Flow, traces yoga's origins and spiritual background, and explains why cleansing techniques involve more than just swallowing a seven metre-long cloth, for example. Where lifestyle and body cult have reached their limits, yoga quietly beckons. MOTOR Title Language Year Format Synopsis Bentley English, 2013 HD Imposing bodies, exclusive materials and large engines with hundreds of horsepower promise pure luxury German at breath-taking speeds along with fantastic driving comfort. A Bentley is not for the average wage earner, but that's not the intention. In the large VW company, Bentley has its own small cosmos, next to the Phaeton and other brands such as Lamborghini, Bugatti and Porsche - all are designed to cover the top luxury class segment. Italian Dream Cars - Maserati English, 2012 HD The region around the northern Italian city of Modena is the home of super sports cars. & Co German In addition to Maserati, Ferrari and Lamborghini, there are also small manufacturers like Stanguellini and Pagani. All these car makers share a passion for high performance engines, traditional craftsmanship and aesthetics. Maserati is used to show off the history of automobile construction in the region around Modena. A nostalgic look back at the history of motor racing.

US Classic Cars in Cuba English, 2009 HD The 50,000 U.S. oldtimer cars in Cuba almost all date from the period before the socialist revolution in German 1959. Most are in daily use, primarily as taxis. As spare parts are almost impossible to find, due to the U.S. trade embargo, Cuban auto mechanics have become the most innovative in the world. With a lot of improvisation they have managed to keep capitalism's former status symbols alive. They are considered part of the Cuban heritage and cannot be sold. English Dream Cars - Aston English, 2008 HD England has a rich tradition of sports car construction, but Morgan is the only manufacturer that is still Martin & Co. German family-owned, even after 100 years. Ulrich Bez, a German, turned Aston Martin from a slightly quirky niche producer into a prestigious sports car manufacturer. Jensen once built England's most technically innovative sports cars. At the Land's End Trial, valuable cars have been driving through mud and puddles from London to Cornwall for over 100 years.

SCIENCE . TECHNOLOGY Title Language Year Format Synopsis Rush of Air - The Dream of German 2017 HD The dream of flying has existed since man began walking on two legs. To this day, hobbyists and Flying engineers are working on devices that can bring them closer to that dream. Be it "rotary wing aircrafts" that propel pilots into the air as would a helicopter or paragliders and wing suits with which man can soar seamlessly and effortlessly through the air like birds. A bush pilot in South Africa was fortunate enough to make his passion into a profession. By extracting the last bit from his plane, he was able to land securely on an extremely small area. Majestic airships are coming back a hundred years after their invention by Graf Zeppelin and the project "Solarimpuls 2016" has shown that one can power one’s machine with solar energy and make a secure trip around the world. Countdown in the Gotthard German 2016 HD In June, we can look forward to the opening of the world's longest railway tunnel. The spectacular SBB Base Tunnel mountain route has fallen into disuse. The European North-South axis is now a flat track with speeds of up to 250 km/h. A railway era of great expectations has begun: short travel times, longer freight trains and more operational safety. The film shows how SBB is preparing for “zero hour” in the Gotthard base tunnels with rescue exercises, test drives and simulations, and shows what challenges the 57 kilometres of darkness will bring to the travellers. Sly Packaging: From Waste German 2016 HD Packaging has a bad image. Consumers usually only notice them when they are stock piled in the garbage to High-Tech Products can. But the inconspicuous protective cover will assume more functions in the future than we can imagine. Smart packaging is one of the big trends. Packaging will in the future independently fight bacteria and communicate with us. What can and should packaging do in the future? Can you possibly even get along without them? Science is constantly trying to develop the perfect packaging that meets our requirements in terms of sustainability, comfort and safety. Plastic-producing bacteria, interactive films and intelligent boxes - A NZZ format on the latest trends in the packaging market. Lithium German 2016 HD The white salt desert, the Salar de Uyuni, in the highlands of Bolivia is considered a spectacular tourist attraction. And the dried-up salt lake at 3670 meters above sea level contains a valuable treasure: lithium - A raw material that is used for electric batteries and whose price has quadrupled almost last year alone. The Bolivian government places great hope in the precious light metal. The lithium mine is to provide jobs and economic growth in the poor Andean region. While the government invests nearly one billion dollars in pilot projects, some observers are sceptical. They fear the destruction of the largest salt pan on the earth. Corn: Pop and Power German 2016 HD You can do a lot with maize - including genetic engineering. Genetic engineering, which is banned in Switzerland, is particularly popular in the USA, where 90 percent of the maize varieties are already genetically modified. Both countries carry large meadows, and narrow valleys of corn but corn cultivation in Minnesota is completely different from that in Canton Zurich. In Switzerland, it’s the task of the air force to deploy drones that attack the voracious European corn borer - the archenemy of the yellow crop. Popcorn, fuel, toys: An NZZ format about the yellow power crop. Power of Images - The German 2016 HD The digital universe offers us completely new visual possibilities. The graphical representation of complex Graphics Boom facts therefore has been experiencing a boom. Today, there is hardly a scientist, journalist, designer or artist who does not rely on the power of the images to convey his concerns. Images help us to capture and store the meaning of information more easily. NZZ format makes a journey through the world of images: from information to art, from drawing to motion graphics, from the seriousness of facts to the irony of exaggeration. We show you just what graphics can do. Backstage German 2016 HD The most powerful engines in the world, a span of nearly 65 meters, a list price of 300 million dollars. NZZ Boeing 777 - Ready for Take format accompanies the new giant bird of the SWISS, the Boeing 777-300ER, to its acceptance in the Off Boeing shipyard in Seattle and on one of the first long-haul flights to Bangkok. For most, flying have long since become a daily routine, but behind a successfully completed flight, there is a huge expenditure of technology, economy and safety. How are ticket prices generated? How do pilots prepare for crisis situations? How does the Swiss Air Traffic Control Division work? A look behind the scenes of the aviation industry. Innovation - Switzerland at German 2016 HD Switzerland has the most patents per capita, gives more to research and development than other countries the Top and is attractive to the most accomplished from all over the world. As far as innovation is concerned, it is at the top of the list globally and across Europe, thus securing the basis for its prosperity. How has the small country managed to achieve this, and why does it go a step further every year? NZZ format visits small and large companies, innovation parks, research institutes, spin-offs and start-ups. We talk to entrepreneurs, scientists and politicians and ask about the reasons for the Swiss success model. Generation Screen - How German 2016 HD Instead of climbing trees, more and more children spend their free time with computer games. The concept Children Play of free play, which important for children’s development of fantasy and independence, is becoming too short. In the Bungertwies kindergarten in Zurich, the kindergarten teachers observe that children who spend a lot of time playing computer games are struggling with free play. Daphne Bavelier, a neuroscientist in Geneva, examines the effects of computer games on the brain and notes that certain games can have positive effects. Also the paediatrician and author, Remo Largo sees potential in certain computer games, but believes that not many parents are equipped to help. A glance at a family shows that computer games almost always lead to uncertainty. Tokyo-Zurich: New Housing German 2014 HD Tokyo with its 36 million inhabitants and Zurich with only 400,000 have one thing in common: Both are Forms looking for new forms of compacted construction. Riken Yamamoto, architect of the 'Circle' at Zurich Airport, has built a settlement in Tokyo to promote contact between residents. Ryue Nishizawa or the architect team Bow Wow demonstrate in Tokyo how small areas can be maximized. When it comes to new housing forms, the Japanese architects also familiarize themselves with Zurich, which has made a name for itself internationally in recent years. The Zurich architect Andreas Hofer, who plays a major role in pioneering buildings in Zurich, can hardly save himself from inquiries. Light Visions What is light? The physical phenomenon is approached in Technorama in Winterthur. The light bulb and its successors - why it is so hard to find the right light? Lighting concepts with LEDs: The museum lighting in the Lenbachhaus in Munich is based on individual and gentle light moods. Regensburg saves energy with new light in the old town and combats light pollution. Luminous surfaces and windows - at the Fraunhofer Institute COMEDD in Dresden, organic light-emitting diodes are being developed. Light for life: Cancer surges can be detected earlier with molecular imaging and phase contrasting. The revolution of production processes: vehicle parts are printed with light. The artistic side of the light: The International Light Art Centre is located in a former brewery in Unna. The artist's light factor conjures fascinating light paintings into the air. Artificial Fibers - Illuminate, German 2013 HD Fabrics have become all-rounders. They protect smartphone speakers from dirt and can convert light into Direct, Filter electricity as transparent fabrics. Light textiles have inspired researchers and the textile industry. Textiles illuminate paths, textile fibres fluoresce and allow concrete facades to shine in colour. Thanks to light- and current-conducting yarns, LEDs on textiles alleviate pain. Saving energy with lightweight cars: The carbon car bodies of Formula 1 racing cars made of fabric still require a great deal of manual labour. The use of robots could also make this technology interesting for the mass production of cars. Car bodies and electrodes for batteries are now also embroidered. Modern textiles capture many areas of life thanks to their flexibility and ease and contribute to energy efficiency. The Tongue - The Intelligent German 2013 HD Suck, taste, swallow, talk, kiss, lick, grope and feel: the list of skills of which our tongue is capable is long. Organ Everything you ever wanted to know about kissing - An interview with Bremen's kiss researcher Ingelore Ebberfeld. Can bitter foods and medicines taste less bitter in the future? At the Potsdam Institute for Nutrition Research, everything is about the bitter taste. On another note, Flavourists in Wädenswil compose aromas that imitate our nature. And a case from Zurich University Hospital shows how operations and therapies for tongues can help. The tongue is a key organ: In the USA the tongue is tested as an "assistant" for the blind and cross-section paralysis. The Charité in Berlin implanted tongues pacemaker against respiratory stillness in sleep. Traditional Chinese medicine can recognize diseases with the tongue diagnosis. In the Intoxication of the German 2013 HD The team of architects from Sauerbruch Hutton impresses with sensual coloured buildings. For painter Colors Stefan Muntwyler, colour has become the leitmotif in his art and the exploration of colouring is his greatest passion. Psychologist Markus Maier researches the effect of colours. He is most interested in the man’s unconscious perception of colour. Christine Söffing has extraordinary sensory experiences. The synesthetic sees colours and forms when she hears tones. 88 Keys, 1000 Emotions - English, 2013 HD Stefan Knüpfer, piano tuner, is always searching for the perfect sound. The piano makers at Steinway work The Piano German for a year on a single instrument. At the University Hospital of Barcelona stroke patients are successfully treated with piano-therapy. Experience at the Hug Music School in Zurich show that children become more confident through playing the piano. Designers from the car manufacturer Peugeot and the French piano maker Pleyel have made a piano from carbon fibre. The End of the Runway - German 2012 HD The iron birds are lined up by the dozens in the raging heat of New Mexico. And the passengers of the two Aircraft Cemeteries daily scheduled flights at Roswell Airport perceive them as gleaming silver bodies flickering in the desert heat. While some aircrafts prepare to once again take flight, others are laid to eternal rest. Visitors never pay close attention to the isolated concrete place with excavators and monstrous claws. And the screeching noise produced in the body of a wrecked aircraft as it is being torn apart does not penetrate the airport terminal in Tucson, Arizona. 309th AMARG is the world's largest cemetery for military aircraft. Over 400 jets and helicopters are delivered annually to the site and treated against heat and decay. The film gives a glimpse into the hall, where veteran F4C fighter jets are converted to drones after spending more than 20 years in storage. The New Data World German 2012 HD “Open Government Data,” a concept which in many places in Europe is still in its infancy, is spreading rapidly in the USA. For example, in Seattle, anyone with access to the internet can retrieve records from the municipal authorities, including Crime Maps. In the era of data explosion, info graphics is trending. Ole Häntzschel and Matthias Stolz introduce a whole new level to info graphics by using irony and humour, to simplify the complex nature of the concept. Thanks to the huge amounts of data now readily available at our fingertips, the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Genetics in Berlin hopes to use this information to finally create individualized patient-oriented medicines. At the ETH Zurich, existing data will be used to gain new insights into a multitude of aspects in the global networks of the world. And in the new world of data, legislation must not lag behind in technical developments. Poetry of Mechanics - German 2012 HD Before the 18th century, when rulers and lords wanted to shock their guests, they would have a coach ride Automata across the dinner table. In the 18th century, a pianist playing live or a small lightshow with ladies were the most popular forms of entertainment, while magicians were the hits of the 19th century. Inventive watchmakers and engineers have been designing automatons for centuries that use mechanical means to imitate and entertain human beings. They combine the precision of mechanics with music and creativity. Airship Fascination German 2012 HD A unique documentary about the history of technology: The grandiose world-wide cruise of the "Graf Zeppelin" airship in 1929, the spectacular American navy aircrafts, the Russian bouncers and the tragedy of "Italia" on the journey to the Arctic. Not to mention the Hindenburg catastrophe in America’s Lakehurst that led to the end of traditional airship. The first airship of the modern age was the Zeppelin NT, which took flight over Lake Constance. And the Minizepp made its debut on the world’s market as a small, remote-controllable advertising airship from Vaud. But the history would not be complete without mentioning the inventor of the first inflatable aircraft and his project “Skylift”. He showed us how an observation deck filled with lifting gas could be built at dizzying heights. Textiles of the Future English, 2012 HD Researchers and the textile industry are working hard on the clothing of tomorrow. Intelligent fabric German provides the skin with feel-good substances or pharmaceutical products. Thanks to integrated insect protection, ticks and mosquitoes will stay away. Protective jackets have built-in air conditioning systems to make work more comfortable. Textile sensors monitor body functions in patients and athletes. Clothing fabrics in the near future will contain genuine gold and surprising innovations from precious, unusual The Artificial Human Being English, 2012 HD Theingredients. human genome was recently decoded. Are we now in possession of the blueprint of life? Will it lead to German an improved version of homo sapiens, an "artificial man"? Kindy, a robot at the University of Osaka, weighs 27 kilos, has 42 motors and 100 tactile sensors. He feels when he is taken by the hand and apparently loves it. He can sense his surroundings through microphones in his ears and cameras in his eyes. Bamboo - Nature's Super English, 2007 HD Bamboo fibres are uniquely flexible and shock-resistant, which means that bamboo has many uses beyond Fibre German the construction of cheap, earthquake-proof houses and bridges. In China there is an emerging bamboo industry producing paper and high quality fabrics. Bamboo serves millions of people as a source of energy and a building material. Thanks to its fine root network, which is able to act as a water reservoir, bamboo can also raise groundwater levels.

SOCIETY . CULTURE Title Language Year Format Synopsis Who Am I - How We Become German 2017 HD Me-Incorporated, Selfies and self-realization- Our society is characterized by egocentricism. But we may Who We Are not be as “individual” as we think. Do we ever have the choice of becoming who we want to be or are we just marionettes of our genes? Identical twins, despite their clear physical similarities, sometimes have completely different personalities, but what causes the difference? The evil lies in each of us, says Thomas Elbert from the University of Konstanz, a neuropsychologist who is investigating what turns people into criminals. On another note, there is Andreas Reimann – a man who for years denied his identity by living romantically with a woman. Now, he is married to a man. A NZZ format programme about the search for the ego and the difficulties encountered while searching for one’s identity Operation Sovereign German 2017 HD Australia's migration policy is considered one of the toughest in the world. Anyone without a visa trying to Borders: Australia's Strict get to the 5th continent via the sea is either forced by mariners to return or detained on a remote island. Migration Policy The number of boat evaders has since fallen to zero. However, officially Australia accepts about 14,000 refugees every year and integrates them into an internationally accepted system. And above all, Australia's population is growing thanks to the annual immigration of some 200,000 people. Does the strict system of selection serve as a model for other countries? Does the rigorous management of immigration only bring advantages? An NZZ format about Australia's handling of immigration. We Were the Tschinggeli - German 2016 HD After the end of WWII, Switzerland was in urgent need of a labour force. This force was found in the war- Italians in Post-War ravaged Italy, where destruction and unemployment were at an all-time high. The first group of workers Switzerland were women and they came by the thousands from Trentin. Many were recruited by Migros in the course of the "Trentino Action", and in Switzerland they were primarily mediated as household aids. Laura, Leda, Alessia and Agnese were among the group. The four, now 90-year-old women, recall their experiences as foreign workers in an NZZ format and how it was then to be the "Tschinggeli". Old Craft, Golden Soil German 2016 HD Is it nostalgia or a reflection on quality? The traditional crafts of yesteryear seemed to have become extinct. But now, skilled craftsmen are sharing their know-how with the young people of this generation. This preserves a piece of culture and history that would otherwise be irretrievably lost. Can one still live - or live again - from craft? A blacksmith, a potter, a horse hair mattress -maker, a dressmaker, a coffin-maker, a wagon maker and a rope-maker have deliberately chosen their craft. They are between late 20s and early 60s, using their skills to earn their keep. An NZZ format on the rediscovery of craftsmanship. The End of the Cash? German 2016 HD Money – the kind that jingles or the kind that folds? Or none at all? In many situations, purses and wallets have long been replaced by credit cards and mobile phones. Are we on the way to a cashless society? Kenya makes it clear that in nowhere else in the world is the use of the mobile phone as a payment instrument as common as in East Africa. Thanks to payment via mobile phone, even those in the most remote huts are connected to the global market. In "Crypto-Valley Zug”, start-ups are working meticulously with Bitcoin & Co on the future of payment transactions. The Swiss National Bank is also making some changes: they are creating counterfeit-proof banknote series. Even in a cashless society, cash is still king: thousands are still placed on the table for cattle auctions. Plus valuable paper is coveted now more than ever: collectors pay high prices for rare historical banknotes and coins. An NZZ format about the future of money. The Myth of Gingers German 2016 HD There have always been myths surrounding the signature red hair. The world's rarest hair colour invites certain prejudices and prohibitions. Red-heads are considered sex bombs and men with red-hair are “barbarians”. But do red-haired people actually have abilities that the blondes and the brunettes do not have? Mary Magdalene and Judas are mostly depicted with red hair, why? Today a lot of red-haired people are fighting against stigmatization and for reconnaissance. One of these is the English author, Jacky Colliss, whose "story of the redhead" has landed on the New York Times bestseller list. Another is photographer Thomas Knights, who with his book 'Red Hot’ shows red-haired men into a completely new light. In the Irish town of Cork, there is an annual festival for redheads where they embrace and celebrate their uniqueness. An NZZ format about the most fiery hair colour and its special features. Flamenco - Faces of a Dance German 2016 HD Flamenco with all your senses - in the heart of Andalusia is Flamenco much more than dancing and music. Rather, flamenco is understood as a language with which to express the emotional stories of the past and the future. In the search for the musical heritage of the Gypsies, NZZ Format is in Seville, the capital of Andalusia, following the different faces of the flamenco. From the eloquent teacher, El Torombo, to the family clan of the Montoyas, where a Gitano dynasty characterizes the flamenco as well as the elegant María Pagés to the slanting avant-gardist Andrés Marín. The success story of the flamenco: from the backyard to the great stages of the world. Have a Seat! German 2016 HD Chairs have personalities. It is true. They tell you about the essence of the time and the society in which they are designed. Plus, with their arms, back, legs and feet, they are man’s alter ego. With a collection of over 7,000 objects, the Vitra Design Museum is one of the most important furniture design collections in the world. And recently, Vitra Schaudepot made 400 of their revolutionary, pioneering and future-oriented seating furniture accessible to the public. Take a seat as NZZ format time travels through the world of chairs - From the beginning of modernity to the classics of Eames to the chair from the 3D printer. Indonesia - Islam Between German 2016 HD Of its 250 million inhabitants - 90% follow the Muslim faith. Indonesia is the largest majority Islamic country Tolerance and Terror in the world. Traditionally, Islam is a liberal part of the society; Churches and temples are often located right next to mosques, and different religions could be practiced within one family. Nevertheless radicalized Islamists are not tolerated in the society. Fundamentalist fighters for the purity of the faith are also active in Indonesia under various banners. They are still in the minority, but their influence is growing. An NZZ format about the fight for the interpretive authority between fanaticism and tolerance in the largest Islamic state in the world. Above the Abyss: Suicide German 2016 HD Viktor Staudt sees no more meaning in his life and jumps in front of a train. He survived. Although he lost from Four Perspectives his legs, he now feels that his life is worth living. Engine driver Frank Zörkler has inadvertently ran over five people who were looking to end their lives on the railway tracks. Due to the trauma incurred from these instances, he is a frequent visitor of a clinic that helps him process the experience. Petra Hohn lost her son Carsten to suicide. Without as much as a farewell letter, the 18-year-old took his own life. His mother lives tormented with the agonizing question of "Why?" Is suicide selfish? Suicide is a special condition in the brain, concludes psychiatrist Konrad Michel. If you detect the signs early enough and treat those affected correctly, many suicides can be prevented. An NZZ format about death ailment, feelings of guilt and life after suicide. The Persian: A carpet, a German 2016 HD The Persian carpet is a symbol for a country in transition, a country balancing between tradition and King, a Country in Transition modernity. It is emblematic of the thousand years of artful weaving that is a product of Tehran and Isfahan. The bazaar is a place of memories. Young avant-garde artist, Hossein Rezvani dusts off the classic carpet. Here hanseatic coolness meets Persian aesthetics. Ancestral research: The German 2016 HD The search for one's own roots often begins with a random find: photos, letters, souvenirs etc. Many hobby Search for the Roots genealogists often begin their research with church records and today, these records can be found on the Internet. The largest database with eight billion entries is operated by the Mormons in the American Salt Lake City. And as the US is a country of immigrants, many have found traces of their ancestors on Ellis Island in Upper New York Bay, the island that was once the gateway for many immigrants. Genealogy is also a business. Historians explore family histories, create chronicles and tribal trees. But DNA analysis goes back even further - It doesn’t just show one’s genetic makeup, it tells the origin of one’s ancestors.

Goddesses in India German 2016 HD The traditional beliefs in wide parts of India say that widows who follow their husband on the pyre into death become goddesses. Although these beliefs are still honoured to this day, the burning of widows has long been forbidden. But many widows still remain true to their traditions by deliberately making themselves outcasts in their communities. In the town of Vrindavan alone, ten thousand widows either live in nursing homes and on the street. In order to lead a supposedly godly life, they seek oblivion or salvation through enlightenment. Common to all are poverty and renunciation. But the treatment of the widows is only one aspect of the ubiquitous discrimination of women in India. India - Land of the Gurus German 2015 HD Spirituality in India always includes gurus, seemingly enlightened people, who offer themselves as leaders. Some gurus attract millions of followers; others are worshiped as living gods. Almost every Indian knows the Guru Morari Bapu, from whom even India's President await enlightenment. Pujya Swamiji believes himself to live in the light and that he is merely an instrument in God's hand. Sadhu Maharaja turned his life away from business and became a guru. Swami Balendu does not want to be a guru anymore and after a long break has become a committed atheist. On the Pulse of Time - German 2015 HD From the tower clock of the medieval age where sports time was measured in thousandths of a second till Watches now - The time keeping apparatus has always been a search for optimal precision and beauty. Today, what was once the ornate table clock for the nobility has become a Swiss manufactured, technologically sophisticated watch! It promises respect and personality. The Swatch, the quartz watch for all, rescued the Swiss watch industry in the 1980s and is still successful. Now the Smartwatch, the computer for the wrist, is being launched on the market – does it spell trouble for the traditional clock? When Others Sleep - Might German 2015 HD Alarm or false alarm? These people of the night have to be alert! Nina F. sits night watch in the nerve Watchmen centre of a security company. The nursing specialist Claudia C. on night shift in the hospital has no time for fatigue. Like on the picturesque streets of Zurich, where the historical night watchman Martin H. watched out for the evil boys, Max L. sits watch by his patient’s bed. At night, Securitas employee Thomas A. is part of a huge company. For many women, the car park after midnight is a total nightmare. But for Tamara R. it is pure routine; this along with a walk through an abandoned football stadium. Heroes of the Night? En route with night watchmen. Johannesburg - the New German 2015 HD Johannesburg is no longer one of the most dangerous cities in the world. No city in South Africa has York of Africa changed as much as Johannesburg has and the city has grown into the image of a vibrant metropolis. The man responsible for the economic development in the city’s government explains how he made it happen. And the die heart fans of Johannesburg record its newly emerging urbanity on Instagram. Johannesburg is still a city of contrasts. One of South Africa's richest women knits clothes for the poorest in the slums. Some people even spend days illegally searching abandoned galleries for remains of the wealth of gold that made the city famous. Garden Dreams German 2015 HD A piece of nature, with flowers, vegetables and a cosy place to relax is the dream of many. We visit the gardens of stately Villas by the lake, family gardens, roof terraces in the old town and natural and medicinal herb gardens. They all reflect the character of the owners who rave to us about their gardening: the political journalist in his elegant city garden, the author in her biotope full of wildflowers and insects, the couple and their New York church roof garden for socially disadvantaged people and refugees who create a piece of home with their gardens. Waves, Wind and Wide German 2015 HD Sylt is rough and windy and the islanders are rather taciturn. Nevertheless, Sylt is addictive. Is it the Space - The Island of Sylt intense light, the infinite expanse, or the sense of freedom that people find attractive? Thomas Diedrichsen is a born Sylter. He is an active seal hunter and is fighting for the protection of the island. Paul Walter is the last shrimper on Sylt. With his cutter, he takes to the water regardless of wind conditions, because the sea is his home. The grey seal Willy lives in the harbour of Hörnum. He loves herring and knows where to get it. The true luxury of the island is untouched nature, but Sylt is shrinking. The North Sea raises yearly, taking with it small segments of the land. By constantly dumping the land with sand, the islanders are trying to keep their island from becoming the next Atlantis. Masquerade - Hide, Change, German 2015 HD The desire to slip into another role, to be someone else, is as old as humanity itself. Masks can either Intensify conceal or lay bare, and often the true-self emerges when the mask is on. This game of transformation can be seen at the carnival in Venice, where the traditional masks from the 17th and 18th century dominate. The abstract masks of the legendary masquerade in Switzerland are inspired by the visual arts. At the Bavarian Theatre Academy in Munich, students learn about special effects and how to change people. Golf - Big Game with Small German 2015 HD There are over 60 million golfers worldwide. In the traditional golf club Portstewart in Ireland, etiquette and Ball "game spirit" are still being upheld today. A Swiss landscape architect is building a golf course in the middle of the desert. It was easier to create a green lawn on sand than in it was in the Swiss midlands. Especially when the green is white and the balls are colourful. Snow golf is what it’s all about. Above all, boys like to play on alternative golf courses like these in cities or on gravel pits. Golf can be therapeutic. Christian Nachtwey is a successful disabled golfer and has developed a special wheelchair for golfers. Less is More - Mini-Houses German 2015 HD The famous architect Renzo Piano has created the smallest miniature house in Europe. It is only seven square meters in size. Tanja Schindler, a Swiss citizen, has implemented ecology and sustainability on 35 square meters and has been testing for two years how to live with it. Living in a mini house is the dream of more and more people. Some want to free themselves of unnecessary expenses, while others just cannot afford expensive housing. The Californian Jay Shafer, one of the founders of the mini-house movement, has been living in a ten-square-meter cottage for years. He successfully sells blueprints for mini-houses in the USA , because in the USA these houses are often built by their owners themselves. Tasmania - At the Edge of German 2015 HD In Tasmania, visitors will find unique animals and plant life in the unspoiled wilderness. Only the vast the World expanses of the storm-swept southern ocean separates the island from the Antarctic. This causes Tasmania's capital Hobart to be the most important starting point for expeditions into the perennial ice. The young history of the smallest state of Australia is changing: once established as a convict colony, the island came to great wealth by whaling in the 19th century. Today, Tasmania is a magnet for unconventional people like artists and entrepreneurs who want to lead a self-determined life. Sharing is Caring German 2015 HD Share instead of own - in recent years, numerous initiatives and companies have emerged under this motto - they have built a sharing economy. The trend hails from the US, but sharing is now also an established form of consumption in Europe, where property and status symbols have drifted into the background. Cars, apartments, everyday life and food are shared. The motivation for this is manifold: the pursuit of ecological sustainability, the testing of solidary forms of life, the desire for encounters with like- minded people and last but not least financial motivations. Sharing is 'in'. But who and what are behind it? The Meaning of Life German 2015 HD Viktor Staudt saw no more meaning in his life and jumped in front of a train. He survived. Although he lost his legs, he now finds his life worth living. Daniel Kleinfeldt looks after a boy who grew up without a father. He regards his honorary position as meaningful and enriching. Mario Julen is a successful entrepreneur. He seems to possess all that one can wish for, but he suffers a severe crisis of meaning. Angelika Saul lost her entire family in an accident. Does she still see a meaning in her life? The psychologist Tatjana Schnell researches the meaning of life. But is there any at all? Mission accomplished? 200 German 2015 HD In 1815, hundreds of young men - and some women - moved from Basel to Africa and Asia to spread the Years of Basler Mission gospel. The success story of the Basel missionaries: they translated the Bible into local languages, founded schools and hospitals, and carried out trade. The most important land was the gold coast, today's Ghana in West Africa. In the Missionshaus in Basel there is a huge treasure of historical photographs and documents from the mission areas. The publicist and theologian Al Imfeld examines critical aspects of missionary activity. Between Heaven and Earth - German 2015 HD When dervishes turn around on their axis and the white skirts fly, they spread peace and serenity. Whether Dance of the Dervish she is alone on stage or with others, when the Swiss dancer Maya Farner dances she evokes the most profound peace. Her dance is a prayer. Dervish dancers are often encountered as a tourist attraction in Turkey, but the revolving dervishes were once a forbidden order, and at the root of it all lie the tomb of the world-famous poet and mysticist Rumi in Konya. In the 13th century, he saw love as the main force of the universe. For him that dance was the ultimate expression of his pleasure. Made in Tokio – Art, Fashion German 2015 HD Keiichi Tanaami, one of the most famous pop art artists of Japan, works in Tokyo. His colorful pictures are and Music inspired by childhood memories and dream worlds. Tokyo streets are catwalks for originally designed women clothing. One of the most successful fashion bloggers is Juno Suzuki. She photographed fashion and previously worked as a photomodel. Just as important as fashion is the music in Tokyo. Thousands of young Japanese people hope to become successful as musicians. The singer Megumi Mori is among the few who have been contracted by a big label. But in the evenings, she still likes to hit a few notes in the shopping mall with the hope that her music relaxes the tired workers on their way home. Men's Worlds by Timetable German 2014 HD Silently, the Orient express winds up the Lötschberg ramp, the Rothornbahn climbs up the Alps panorama: Switzerland is a model of good standards. Whether in the railway amateurs in Erstfeld, in the club of the Tüftler in Thun or in the life of the Chemins de Fer du Kaeserberg in Friborg: Men screw, solder and dream into a world of perfect standards. When its "driving day", bankers become gardeners, civil servants become bridge builders and construction workers become scoundrels. Everybody’s role is twofold. And when it is time to head home, the night train rides through the small world of men. All aboard, the Swiss A Place of Life - The German 2014 HD Thereexpress! are only wrought-iron crosses in the cemetery. No tombstones disturb the unit. A magical place. And Cemetery of Lenz with the fog rising from the depths of the lower reaches, the moisture settles on the "pregnant mother earth," the mounds" of the graves. The cemetery with its church, just outside the village of Lantsch/Lenz, is unique. You meet with the cemetery-gardener, Father Felicissimo, with inhabitants who cultivate the graves of their relatives. If you do not have a cross in your family, you can rent one from Father Felicissimo. And whoever sees and understands the symbols of Gothic and Renaissance, opens themselves to the wonderful world of life behind the crosses. Inspiring Leadership - Can German 2014 HD A successful company is founded on the energy of its employees. But how does enthusiasm come into the Managers Learn to Lead? company? How can executives motivate employees? You could also be taught how to lead. To be a boss is to communicate, to decide and always to enter into new things. Good employee performance is achieved through trust, respect and creative freedom. Chefs and bosses at different levels of a textile company, an administration and an IT group reveal their strategies. Sailing: Freedom, Tradition German 2014 HD A sailboat is his home. Marc Bielefeld has escaped the hustle and bustle of the big city and has reduced and Sustainability his possessions to a minimum. Sailing means deceleration and freedom for the Hamburg native. Andreas Lackner wants to revolutionize freight shipping. The Austrian is the only one to transport goods across the sea by transatlantic shipping. Now he is planning to build an environmentally friendly hybrid sailing ship. What unites the sailors is the love of wooden boats. In a Flensburg shipyard, historical sailing ships are restored and rebuilt after loads of manual work. Sex Work - Criminalise or English, 2014 HD The sex worker Undine from Hamburg and her colleagues fight back against feminists and politicians who Legalise German seek to put a ban on the buying of sex in Hamburg, like that now implemented in Sweden. The Swedish model is seen as exemplary, but a look behind the scenes revealed that it is far from ideal, as not only johns but also prostitutes are criminalised and endangered. Swedish sex workers talk about their fears, and a leading official from the social services department admits that he is becoming increasingly sceptical about the ban on buying sex. Rotterdam - Europe's English, 2013 HD In 1940 and 1943, parts of Rotterdam were destroyed by the German Air Force. For this reason and many Gateway to the World German more, Rotterdam was rebuilt into a modern cosmopolitan city. Nowadays, over 60 percent of its 600,000 residents are foreigners. Even one their mayors, Mayor Ahmed Aboutaleb, hails from Morocco. The city is a gateway into the world: A new 20 square kilometre dock, completely reclaimed from the sea, provides space for giant ships, 400 metres long with a draught of 20 metres. European Straits: Oresund English, 2012 HD The Öresund is the shortest sea route between the North and the Baltic Seas. For centuries it was a bone German of contention for many maritime nations. But not all ships can sail through it, because the shipping channel is only eight metres deep in some places. This means that heavy commercial ships and fully laden tankers have to navigate the twists and turns of the Great Belt. Denmark and Sweden have been connected by the Oresund Bridge for ten years. The result is that Copenhagen and Malmö have almost merged. Istanbul - Orient and English, 2012 HD Istanbul is the third largest city in the world. The "Istanbul Modern Music ensemble" converts traditional folk Occident German music for Western ears. The Hagia Sofia is a national museum joining East and West. In the high-class Istiklal shopping street, Muslims and Christians go to the same stores but do not sit in the same restaurants. Journalist Niyazi Dalyanci is proud to have served three years in prison, as he would otherwise have no credibility as an intellectual. Omotenashi: Hospitality in English, 2011 HD Omotenashi is Japanese hospitality at its finest. There is a relationship between guest and host are that of Japanese German equals and is based on mutual respect. The perfect host must recognize a guest's particular needs and meet them discreetly, without the guest needing to express his wishes explicitly. Traditional inns called ryokan, which provide this unique kind of hospitality, can still be found in Japan's ancient imperial city of Kyoto. Sardinia - Island of English, 2010 HD Giovanni Vacca is 100 years old and has not lost his sense of humour. Mariantonia Loddo, 103 years old, Centenarians German is proud of her beautiful hands and sings of youth, which passes much too fast. Rosa Frau is an impressive 108 years old. Every day she puts on her headphones and listens to the radio. In Sardinia there are an above-average number of centenarians, not only women but also men. The phenomenon is being studied by a research team. Is it genetics? The diet? It seems that the mystery has at last been solved.

The Dream of Provence English, 2009 HD Provence has always captured people's imagination. We spend a weekend with France's oldest princely German family and follow a bullfighter into the arena. Why does a lawyer prefer to be a winegrower and a university professor turn to goat cheese making? What moves Europe's super-rich to invest tens of millions in Provence property? We also take a look at people who live their own personal dream of Provence. Etiquette Lives - Correct English, 2009 HD Manners promote better communication and create a higher quality of life. Correct behaviour brings Behaviour German success in business and private life. In the business arena, the flight crew is trained how to stay polite under pressure. Dance schools show many how to treat each other respectfully. Teenagers learn how to behave properly on public transport and parents are taught what they should do when they eat out with their children. Healthy Cows, Good Milk - English, 2008 HD Local farmers are again giving the Alps high priority after years of disregard: the cows are getting healthier, Summer in the Alps German there is more time to make hay, and the milk fetches a higher price after being made into Alpine cheese. An old tradition is experiencing a resurrection: the return from the Alps. Even the Alsatian cheese guru Bernard Antony confirms that alpine cheese tastes better. Researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich are trying to find out why.

TRAVEL Title Language Year Format Synopsis South Sea - Tahiti and Its German 2016 HD The Marquesas Islands are one of a kind. Every four years, the inhabitants celebrate a cultural festival in Islands hopes of attracting tourists to the remote island, which is home to the painter Paul Gauguin and singer Jacques Brel. No atoll is more beautiful than Tetiaroa, which belonged to Marlon Brando until his death and on which one of the most luxurious resorts worldwide were built. No animal is as sacred to the Polynesians as the turtle. They established "turtle hospitals", where injured and sick turtles are nursed back to health. And no distance was too great for the Swiss couple Bratschi to find paradise: Welcome to Bora Bora. Zurich - Magnet, Metropolis, German 2016 HD Zurich is considered to be one of the cities with the highest quality of life and sees itself as the smallest Model City metropolis in the world. Since the turn of the century, Zurich has been one of the fastest growing cities in Europe. Internationally, the city is known as a financial center. But today, Zurich is increasingly represented as a center of knowledge and research and is more than ever the undisputed center of Switzerland. The somber and austere Zurich, a synonym of Swiss perseverance, is largely a thing of the past - even if this image sometimes reverberates. One third of the city's inhabitants are foreigners, and more and more people are making their way to the city. What are the reasons for Zurich's attraction? How does the city deal with its success and how has this success changed it? Safari - A Search German 2015 HD A safari in Africa is at the top of the wish list of many Europeans. One hundred years ago, this was reserved only for the elite, but today there are safaris for every budget. If you are looking for peace and comfort, an exclusive lodge with a personal safari guide is available. Equally memorable can be a low- budget safari in your own car. Those who share the streets in the Kruger Park with buffaloes, lions and elephants have experienced a safari in the original sense of the word: They have gone on a journey. And if you want to train yourself as a safari leader, you can acquire the complex knowledge in multi-month courses, for example how to behave in a dangerous situation or what is the art of tracing. Where the Winter Warms - German 2014 HD When the hotelier Johannes Badrutt in 1864 encouraged his mostly aristocratic English summer guests to 150 Years of Holidays in the go on holiday in St. Moritz during the winter, he probably did not suspect that he was creating a future Snow trend. The winter sport boom could not to be stopped by two world wars. Filmstars like Charlie Chaplin, potentates like the Shah of Persia, industrialists such as Niarchos and Onassis, Gunter Sachs, Herbert von Karajan, Willy Bogner - the list of the celebrities who fuelled the winter business in St.Moritz is infinitely long. Today it is a balancing act between quality and quantity, both in the offer as well as in the amount of guests. Castle Stories German 2014 HD Castle Tarasp in the Unterengadin, Castle Spiez on Lake Thun, Castle Chillon on Lake Geneva and the Castles of Bellinzona: The four castles of all the Swiss speaking regions stand for the great wealth of monuments from the time of knights and nobles. Each castle has its very special appeal. The Castles of Bellinzona were a mighty stronghold against the menace of the Swiss Confederate, Tarasp Castle was awakened by a German manufacturer from its beauty sleep, the fairytale Castle of Chillon trumps all with its position on the lake, and Castle Spiez enchants with its courtly elegant atmosphere. There are more than a thousand castles in Switzerland. Many visitors can visit and experience history first hand. Bhutan - Kingdom in the German 2014 HD In Bhutan, the increase in the so-called "Gross National Happiness" and not the gross social product is Himalayas declared as a constitutional goal. Since the King successfully introduced a democratic system in 2008, Bhutan is becoming an increasingly popular, tourist destination for those who want to see it all. NZZ format meets the Prime Minister, the opposition leader and cultural exponents of Bhutan, and discusses with them whether Bhutan can become a role model for other countries. The small kingdom between India and China has undergone profound changes in recent years. Just recently, the Himalayan state was completely cut off from the outside world. Outlook - German 2014 HD Sunrise on the Rigi: An unforgettable experience that fascinated Goethe. The Harder Kulm near Interlaken The Most Beautiful offers an impressive view of the rock massif of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. On Mount San Salvatore, Panoramas of Switzerland where monks once accompanied the condemned to death at the scaffold, one has a 360 degree panoramic view over Lake Lugano. In less than an hour you will travel from the palm trees of the Riviera in Montreux to the wild rocks of the Rochers-de-Naye with a view of Lake Geneva. The Muottas Muragl above Pontresina offers a view over the magical lake landscape of the Oberengadins and the Berninagruppe. Five spectacular viewpoints in Switzerland, all easily accessible by train. Burma - The Burglary of German 2014 HD After about fifty years of standstill and repression under military dictatorship, the Southeast Asian Modernity multiethnic state of Burma, also called Myanmar, has awaken from the bad dream. There is still a lack of almost everything. The infrastructure is almost complete demolished and the conversion to a democratic society is far from being completed. A sign of change is the freedom of the press: one newspaper after another is founded. The international community is here to help. But this is not always about altruism - the country has many raw materials and is in an important key position between India and China. Rio de Janeiro: Games, German 2014 HD Sport is as important in Rio as the Copacabana, Carnival and Caipirinha. The upcoming Soccer World Cup Beach and Samba and the Olympic Games taking place here in summer 2016 will not only trigger euphoria, but also violent protests. Whether the two major events will ensure the hoped economic upswing is extremely controversial. Drugs and violence are still a central issue in the city on the Sugar Loaf, the pacification of the favelas is by no means complete. Despite all the problems and controversies, Rio is a city of the joy of life, in which one knows how to celebrate festivals Bangkok - Megalopolis German 2014 HD Bangkok - for decades, the name of the Thai capital has stood for exoticism and adventure. And the old Between Order and Chaos clichés have survived. But Bangkok has undergone unprecedented growth and is now one of the largest cities on earth. Despite political uncertainty, Thailand remains a coveted tourist destination and Bangkok is the most important hub in Southeast Asia. Bangkok is the largest city in the world that practices Buddhism. They are tolerant and tolerate a lot, but the stranger will always remain a stranger. Anyone who wants to understand Bangkok must be able to deal with contradictions without wanting to dissolve them.

Marrakech - The Dream of German 2013 HD Marrakech means Orient, Exoticism and Adventure. Morocco's former capital has fascinated the the Orient Europeans for a long time. In the alleys of the winding and car-free old town, scenes from the Middle Ages can still be observed today. The densely packed but spacious palatial houses with their courtyards and gardens are popular second residences of the Paris fashion and design scene. Marrakesh is surprisingly tolerant despite full veiled women and ancient traditions, and offers space for the realization of very individual life drafts. Stories from the Bernese German 2012 HD Summit, glacier, railways, cows and tourists - but also a rich tradition of master craftsmanship in the Oberland Simmental, which tells of its richness through horse and cattle breeding. The joy of the mountains with their long-range vision triggered a mountain railway boom around 1900.The water supply at Grimsel led to the construction of imposing dams and hydroelectric power plants. Today, both the nature and the technique on the Grimsel offer impressive experiences. The Highest Parish in English, 2010 HD There are no clubs, no police, no doctors and no cinemas. Juf in the Grisons community of Avers is the Europe German highest settlement in Europe to be permanently inhabited. Here, at 2126 meters above sea level, winter lasts seven months. Ecotourism, the unspoilt countryside, and the peace of Avers are its major assets. The Avners are Walser and proud to have survived in this Alpine valley for so long, but there is the looming threat of emigration if jobs run out. The Most Beautiful Train in English, 2009 HD Shortly after the construction of the Gotthard tunnel, Switzerland pulled off another pioneering the Alps German achievement: the construction of the Thusis - a St. Moritz railway line built between 1899 and 1903. This opened the Upper Engadine to tourists. The Rhaetian Railway still passes over the same bridges and through the same loop tunnels. A still greater challenge was the subsequent construction of the Bernina Railway. No other railway in the world overcomes such steep gradients and winds through such steep curves without the help of a cogwheel. NATURE . WILDLIFE Title Language Year Format Synopsis Trees Between Burnout and German 2016 HD The tree is often an underappreciated and underrated living organism. Peter Wohlleben, a forester in the Relationship Stress Eifel, knows that trees can communicate with each other, that they make friends and that they educate their descendants. Plus to ensure survival, they warn each other of certain dangers. Urban trees are exposed to a lot of stress factors, because of their enemies: exhaust gases, asphalt and drought. The Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology has taken special interest in these organisms and has researched the elaborate defense mechanisms of trees. In the meantime, the natural sciences have acknowledged their healing effects: the Berlin Charité is the first clinic worldwide to simulate a forest in its intensive care unit. Healing power, power source, survivor. The other view of the forest and its humanlike features.

The Maldives and the Whale German 2016 HD Until 1996 the whale shark was hunted in the Maldives. Since tourism has recognized its economic Shark potential, it is now being hunted with Selfie-Sticks and photographic cameras. The "Maldive Whale Shark Research Program" explores the whale sharks of the Maldives and promotes sustainable management of the gentle sea giants and their environment. With an annual science festival and a whale shark festival, the youthful population is sensitized to environmental issues. The "Whale Shark Festival" is a colorful festival in which the inhabitants of different islands meet and take part in a competition. How to Understand Animals German 2015 HD Norbert Siegele with his dog Billy tends to 700 sheep every summer- A big challenge for both human and animal. Donkeys are used as tools of therapy in the Saxerriet penitentiary as prisoners learn through the animals to increase their social skills. And the Bayern Auguste's research has shown that jackdaws and crows can interpret and adapt human behaviours. Dogs, birds and sheep are the stars of this film as they work with animal trainer Tatjana Zimek. One of their chickens even got a big break in the commercial industry. Flower Charm German 2015 HD Every year, it fascinates us again and again: the fireworks of nature - the beautiful flowers and plants blossoming into full bloom. The leading producer of flowers is Holland, not only in the tulip department, but also the orchids. But flowers and plants are not only beautiful, they are also useful. They supply bees and butterflies with vital pollen and nectar and people with tasty leaves and flowers. They also have healing powers, which are used for medicine and natural cosmetics. Dragons and Dwarfs - The German 2015 HD For hundreds of thousands of years pygmies lived on the island of Flores - amidst gigantic birds, Island as a Laboratory of overgrown rats and giant snakes and komodo dragons. It was a volcanic eruption 14,000 years ago that Evolution destroyed this fantasy like world. To date, the Komodo dragons and myths have survived in the memories of the population. Plus excavations have brought sensational things to light. In prehistoric times, this island group in the east of Indonesia was cut off from the large land mass by deep sea trenches. But most interesting is that evolution took a completely different form here than in the rest of the world. From Malawi into the World - German 2014 HD The Malawi Sea is considered the most beautiful fresh water aquarium in Africa. Nowhere else in the world the Cichlid is there so many species of cichlids. Ornamental fish are now more coveted than ever. They are exported to Germany and the USA and for quite some time now also to China. Scarcely does anyone know the cichlids as well as the Dutch biologist Ad Konnings. As a renowned expert, he is invited by aquarium clubs around the world, including Cleveland, Ohio, where every year the biggest gathering of cichlids fans takes place. The German Oliver Knott makes dreams of spectacular home aquariums a reality. He turns aquariums into designer pieces. The Giants from Asia: A German 2014 HD Elephants on the move: In the new elephant park of the Zurich zoo, the animals can move freely about day Future for Zoo Elephants and night. For this reason zookeepers and elephants have learned a new "language" for communication without direct contact. Is the approach to elephant keeping found in circuses now gone obsolete? How will the Circus in Knie face this challenge when there is also a new elephant park opening in Knies Children Zoo in Rapperswil? A great researcher, Fred Kurt has devoted his life to the Asian elephant Kalaya. Can he provide answers? Sugar Cane - The Power Brazil celebrates with the juice of the sugar cane: Ethanol for the car and Cachaça, the liquor, for the Stalk mood. The company Usina Batatais processes over 30 varieties of sugar cane annually to thousands of tons of crystal sugar and millions of liters of ethanol. The place for sugar, cachaça and slave history is the picturesque harbor town of Paraty. The small Cachaça distillery Engenho D'Agua made history: the trail leads to Julia Mann, the mother of Heinrich and Thomas Mann. The Last Tigers German 2013 HD By 1900, there were well over 100,000 tigers in almost all of Asia, up to the borders of Europe. Today there are just over 3000 wild tigers, and their survival in the wild is by no means assured. The biggest threat to the tiger is poachers, because a single tiger can go for around 100,000 USD on the black market. Wild tigers require a considerable number of beasts for food and large areas of unspoiled nature. Whoever wants to save the tiger, therefore, will automatically also protect nature and other species of animals.

War on the Rhino German 2013 HD In Africa, a rhinoceros is killed by poachers daily. The hunt is now more frequents as ever, because one kilo of rhino powder costs more than one kilo of gold in China and Vietnam. How can the animals survive? Do they need to be protected with armed units and personal guards, as in Lewa Animal Park in Kenya? The Zurich Zoo is active in Lewa for the safety of the rhinoceros and for a better understanding of this rare animal. In the future, zoos could be the only places where one can find rhinos. The saviour of the African broad mouth bull is a South African: the animal protectionist Ian Player. In the 70s, he brought rhinoceroses to parks and zoos all over the world. In South Africa, he established also the first home for rhinoceroses, whose mothers have been slaughtered by poachers who wish to procure their horns. Malaysian Wildlife English, 2013 HD The Malaysian jungle is an ecosystem of great biodiversity. In the shelter of the forest wild elephants, German tigers, tapirs, and a rich bird life can be found. But rapid deforestation is threatening the future of many species of wildlife. While willingness to protect the rainforest is growing as prosperity increases, nature and species protection conflicts with the need to improve living conditions for the rural population. In the Realm of Sharks German 2012 HD Australia 1955: The attractive and fearless blonde Valerie is Australia's best underwater hunter and the handsome Ron Taylor is the world champion in spear fishing. Ron and Valerie Taylor were among the first to begin photographing and filming underwater. They worked for Time, Life, National Geographic and many other leading publications and became Hollywood's leading underwater specialists. What Jean-Jacques Cousteau was for Europe, the Taylors were for Australia: the leading experts who brought the miracles of the seas into the dubious TV room. Even at the age of 77, the Taylors still dive, preferably in inaccessible regions, far away from the popular diving districts. After half a century of underwater experiences they are shocked at the poor condition of the seas and the strong decimation of marine life forms. They are now warning of the consequences further overfishing will have on the world's oceans. Smart Donkeys English, 2012 HD Donkeys were domesticated five thousand years ago and the last wild specimens are extremely German vulnerable. There are now Somali wild asses in the Basel Zoo. Around the Mediterranean, the donkey used to be indispensable as a working animal. Now it has outlived its usefulness. On Cyprus, hundreds of old donkeys live in a shelter. New tasks for donkeys include providing rides for children and acting as trekking companions. In the Saxerriet detention centre donkeys are used in therapy for the prisoners. An organic farm in Italy with eight hundred donkeys produces milk and cosmetics. Clever Ravens English, 2009 HD The film "The Birds" by Alfred Hitchcock has not been good to these once highly revered black fellows. German Today, however, science is mending their reputation by proving just how savvy these birds are. Ravens deliberately mislead their enemies when they hide their loot, jackdaws are highly aware of people watching them, and New Caledonian crows don't just use tools, but even make them themselves. How to Understand Horses English, 2009 HD To understand horses, you have to know how they behave in the wild. The observation of wild horses has German revolutionised the way horses are kept. Incorrect keeping of horses makes them ill. Horses, like humans, associate of sex with love. Research shows that if they can choose freely, horses pick the most genetically suitable partner and that their fertility then increases significantly. They are also athletes and money machines: racehorses and horse racing at Newmarket. The challenge, however, is maintaining traditional horse breeds. Poisonous Animals - Refined English, 2008 HD It is at the same both frightening and fascinating: venomous animals have preoccupied people's minds for Killers German millennia. Almost 90 percent of poisonous animals live in the tropics, where the competitive pressure is greatest, both on land and in water. These animals need refined strategies for foraging and to protect themselves from predators, and each poisonous animal has its own special ecological role. People are actually not high on the list of prey for poisonous animals but they can also become their victims.