The Nature of Things

1960
The Nature of Things

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EP1 Teenager Jan 02, 2025

The science of adolescence: understanding this dramatic, mysterious and critically important phase of life, for humans and other animals.

EP2 Sweat! Jan 09, 2025

As global temperatures rise, Anthony Morgan investigates the human body's natural cooling system; he examines sweat, an often underappreciated bodily function and its crucial role.

EP3 Foodspiracy Jan 16, 2025

Sarika Cullis-Suzuki and Anthony Morgan study ultra-processed foods; they examine why these foods are appealing; they investigate the health effects.

EP4 Shared Planet: Cities Jan 23, 2025

From New York to Kolkata, there are surprising benefits to us that come from sharing space with the wildlife in our cities.

EP5 Shared Planet: Open Spaces Jan 30, 2025

Grasslands account for half of the total land area on the planet and most have been converted for human use; there are some places though where people and wildlife can both prosper by sharing space.

EP6 Shared Planet: Waters Feb 06, 2025

Water provides the largest habitat on Earth, but water-dependent wildlife is declining fast. Learning to share these watery worlds can offer a brighter future for the entire planet.

EP7 Shared Planet: Forests Feb 13, 2025

Forests are essential for life on our planet, but humans are cutting more down every year; these inspiring people are reshaping how we live and work in Earth's forests, sharing space with wildlife.

EP8 The Secret Knowledge of Animals Feb 20, 2025

From goats that can sense upcoming volcanic eruptions to birds that know how to avoid tsunamis and cyclones, scientists are using wearable technology to tap into the "secret knowledge" of animals.

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8.3| 0h30m| TV-PG| en| More Info
Released: 06 November 1960 Returning Series
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Country: Canada
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Official Website: https://www.cbc.ca/documentaries/the-nature-of-things
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The Nature of Things is a Canadian television series of documentary programs. It debuted on CBC Television on November 6, 1960. Many of the programs document nature and the effect that humans have on it. The program was one of the first to explore environmental issues, such as clear-cut logging. The series is named after an epic poem by Roman philosopher Lucretius: "Dē Rērum Nātūrā" — On the Nature of Things.

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