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TERRA 243: When Dol...
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18:11:16 05/30/07

Hardy Jones takes us back into the deep, blue sea as spectators to one of the most amazing shows on earth! Watch, as Japan's dolphins jump, spin and play like ocea...

TERRA 243: When Dolphins Cry PREVIEW

Added 05/30/07
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TERRA 243: When Dolphins Cry PREVIEW

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Hardy Jones takes us back into the deep, blue sea as spectators to one of the most amazing shows on earth! Watch, as Japan's dolphins jump, spin and play like ocean ballerinas. But life is not all fun for these beautiful mamals, they are under constant threat from traditional Japanese fishermen who have been hunting dolphins for generations. Will Hardy and his team be able to intervene to stop this practice?

TERRA 243: When Dol...
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18:05:02 05/30/07

Hardy Jones takes us back into the deep, blue sea as spectators to one of the most amazing shows on earth! Watch, as Japan's dolphins jump, spin and play like oce...

TERRA 243: When Dolphins Cry

Added 05/30/07
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TERRA 243: When Dolphins Cry

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Hardy Jones takes us back into the deep, blue sea as spectators to one of the most amazing shows on earth! Watch, as Japan's dolphins jump, spin and play like ocean ballerinas. But life is not all fun for these beautiful mamals, they are under constant threat from traditional Japanese fishermen who have been hunting dolphins for generations. Will Hardy and his team be able to intervene to stop this practice?

TERRA 325: A Cat Ca...
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19:16:38 05/29/07

In kazakh Mongolia the name for Snow Leopard is "Elvis" and these elusive animals are constantly threatened. Their territory is shrinking as the human population s...

TERRA 325: A Cat Called Elvis PART ONE

Added 05/29/07
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TERRA 325: A Cat Called Elvis PART ONE

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In kazakh Mongolia the name for Snow Leopard is "Elvis" and these elusive animals are constantly threatened. Their territory is shrinking as the human population surrounding them increases, Mongolian Herders kill them for their hides and to keep them away from livestock and there is an ever dwindling supply of prey for them to exist on. Many films have been made about snow leopards in an attempt to understand the behavior and ecology of this mysterious cat. But this is no ordinary snow leopard flick! This documentary is about a filmmaker who went to Mongolia to find and film a rare species and ended up discovering a lot more than he anticipated. Join Charles, Ann and their one and a half year old son Colm as they search Mongolia for "A Cat Called Elvis".

TERRA 325-327: A Ca...
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19:01:36 05/29/07

In kazakh Mongolia the name for Snow Leopard is "Elvis" and these elusive animals are constantly threatened. Their territory is shrinking as the human population s...

TERRA 325-327: A Cat Called Elvis PREVIEW

Added 05/29/07
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TERRA 325-327: A Cat Called Elvis PREVIEW

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In kazakh Mongolia the name for Snow Leopard is "Elvis" and these elusive animals are constantly threatened. Their territory is shrinking as the human population surrounding them increases, Mongolian Herders kill them for their hides and to keep them away from livestock and there is an ever dwindling supply of prey for them to exist on. Many films have been made about snow leopards in an attempt to understand the behavior and ecology of this mysterious cat. But this is no ordinary snow leopard flick! This documentary is about a filmmaker who went to Mongolia to find and film a rare species and ended up discovering a lot more than he anticipated. Join Charles, Ann and their one and a half year old son Colm as they search Mongolia for "A Cat Called Elvis".

TERRA 323: Jewels o...
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00:16:19 05/16/07

The finale of 'Jewels' asks: how does a compound go from the rainforest to the pharmacy? Where Dr. Strobel's research leaves off, the work is just beginning for ph...

TERRA 323: Jewels of the Jungle SERIES 2 PART THREE

Added 05/16/07
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TERRA 323: Jewels of the Jungle SERIES 2 PART THREE

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The finale of 'Jewels' asks: how does a compound go from the rainforest to the pharmacy? Where Dr. Strobel's research leaves off, the work is just beginning for pharmaceutical companies looking to create new drugs. The testing phase may take years and many millions of dollars before a new drug hits the shelves of the local pharmacy. And the odds are remarkably slim: only one in 10,000 compounds are brought to market. But for Dr. Strobel, the process is not just a one-way street. After a compound is licensed, Strobel returns to Australia to share the news of the discovery and to offer a percentage of the profits back to the aboriginal people. In this way, he preserves a mutual relationship of respect between cultures. In turn, this makes the work truly sustainable: knowledge and resources complete the cycle and return to nourish and reward the origin. This cycle guarantees that new shoots will continue to grow.

TERRA 324: Greenscr...
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13:59:18 05/14/07

Montana is a "microcosmos" of today's politics. Though low in population, Montana is rich in energy resources. These resouces are both conventional (oil and gas) a...

TERRA 324: Greenscreen Montana PREVIEW

Added 05/14/07
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TERRA 324: Greenscreen Montana PREVIEW

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Montana is a "microcosmos" of today's politics. Though low in population, Montana is rich in energy resources. These resouces are both conventional (oil and gas) and renewable (solar, wind, and biofuels). With a population dedicated to preserving the inherited quality of life in this strikingly beautiful place, the stage is set for a convergence of politics, business, and ideals. Senators Max Baucus and Jon Tester along with Governor Brian Schweitzer help us to navigate the drama, pitfalls, and ambitions of this political moment. Can we build a sustainable society around green ideals? Is the macro microcosm at a turning point? A tipping point? Or a point of no return?

TERRA 324: Greenscr...
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13:58:11 05/14/07

Montana is a "microcosmos" of today's politics. Though low in population, Montana is rich in energy resources. These resouces are both conventional (oil and gas) a...

TERRA 324: Greenscreen Montana

Added 05/14/07
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TERRA 324: Greenscreen Montana

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Montana is a "microcosmos" of today's politics. Though low in population, Montana is rich in energy resources. These resouces are both conventional (oil and gas) and renewable (solar, wind, and biofuels). With a population dedicated to preserving the inherited quality of life in this strikingly beautiful place, the stage is set for a convergence of politics, business, and ideals. Senators Max Baucus and Jon Tester along with Governor Brian Schweitzer help us to navigate the drama, pitfalls, and ambitions of this political moment. Can we build a sustainable society around green ideals? Is the macro microcosm at a turning point? A tipping point? Or a point of no return?

TERRA 322: Jewels o...
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16:13:55 05/07/07

This installment of Jewels sees Dr. Gary Strobel travel from the lush forest of South America to the clinical world of the laboratory. But the lab is no less excit...

TERRA 322: Jewels of the Jungle SERIES 2 PART 2

Added 05/07/07
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TERRA 322: Jewels of the Jungle SERIES 2 PART 2

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This installment of Jewels sees Dr. Gary Strobel travel from the lush forest of South America to the clinical world of the laboratory. But the lab is no less exciting than the field, especially since some of the samples Strobel collected on his trip are providing dramatic experimental results. One particular endophyte under investigation prevents fungal growth - not that interesting by itself - but truly remarkable when we learn what else this compound is capable of. Is this micro-organism the missing link in finding a cure for the world's most deadly disease? Find out in part 2 of "Jewels of the Jungle".

TERRA 321: Jewels o...
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18:21:33 04/29/07

"Jewels of the Jungle" is back by popular demand! Picking up where we left off from the first half of Jewels, the second series continues plant scientist Dr. Gary ...

TERRA 321: Jewels of the Jungle SERIES 2 PART 1

Added 04/29/07
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TERRA 321: Jewels of the Jungle SERIES 2 PART 1

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"Jewels of the Jungle" is back by popular demand! Picking up where we left off from the first half of Jewels, the second series continues plant scientist Dr. Gary Strobel's amazing journey around the world to discover the next super drug! He's looking for endophytes, which are organisms that live in tropical plants and which might hold the key to curing some of our most deadly diseases. Dr. Strobel's research has already revealed an organism that helps supply the world with cancer drugs and he is on a new mission to find the next major cure. This time we go deep into the drug manufacturing process to see how microorganisms can lead to huge pharmaceutical breakthroughs, join Dr. Strobel in the field to learn which plants he samples and why and head to the outback for a didgeridoo lesson!

TERRA 321-323: Jewe...
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18:15:23 04/29/07

"Jewels of the Jungle" is back by popular demand! Picking up where we left off from the first half of Jewels, the second series continues plant scientist Dr. Gary ...

TERRA 321-323: Jewels of the Jungle - Series 2 PREVIEW

Added 04/29/07
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TERRA 321-323: Jewels of the Jungle - Series 2 PREVIEW

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"Jewels of the Jungle" is back by popular demand! Picking up where we left off from the first half of Jewels, the second series continues plant scientist Dr. Gary Strobel's amazing journey around the world to discover the next super drug! He's looking for endophytes, which are organisms that live in tropical plants and which might hold the key to curing some of our most deadly diseases. Dr. Strobel's research has already revealed an organism that helps supply the world with cancer drugs and he is on a new mission to find the next major cure. This time we go deep into the drug manufacturing process to see how microorganisms can lead to huge pharmaceutical breakthroughs, join Dr. Strobel in the field to learn which plants he samples and why and head to the outback for a didgeridoo lesson!

Earth Day - Slimy Y...
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23:01:41 04/23/07

A "springtime in Paris" salute to Lumbricus terrestris, the EARTHworm . . . life just wouldn't be the same without them.

Earth Day - Slimy Yet Satisfying: Darwin's Worms

Added 04/23/07
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Earth Day - Slimy Yet Satisfying: Darwin's Worms

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A "springtime in Paris" salute to Lumbricus terrestris, the EARTHworm . . . life just wouldn't be the same without them.

TERRA 320: The Curs...
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19:35:48 04/23/07

What kind of environmental and social impacts are likely from the proposed copper mine? Serious rifts have already disturbed the community: "Before, everyone got o...

TERRA 320: The Curse of Copper PART THREE

Added 04/23/07
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TERRA 320: The Curse of Copper PART THREE

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What kind of environmental and social impacts are likely from the proposed copper mine? Serious rifts have already disturbed the community: "Before, everyone got on well in Intag - they shared everything - their jobs, their friendship - this doesn't exist anyomore - and most of us don't feel happy." (Norma Bolanos) Practices like sustainable agriculture, eco-tourism, and traditional craftsmanship offer alternatives to mining and, as such, they reveal a "way out" for local economies and communities.

Special Feature: TE...
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17:02:09 04/17/07

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Special Feature: TERRA is a Webby Awards Nominee!

Added 04/17/07
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Special Feature: TERRA is a Webby Awards Nominee!

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TERRA 319: The Curs...
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16:59:45 04/17/07

With cries of: "We are hungry for an ecologist!" Ronald Andrade, leader of CODEGAM, the organization funded by Ascendant Copper, violently forces his way into a mu...

TERRA 319: The Curse of Copper PART TWO

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TERRA 319: The Curse of Copper PART TWO

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With cries of: "We are hungry for an ecologist!" Ronald Andrade, leader of CODEGAM, the organization funded by Ascendant Copper, violently forces his way into a municipal meeting. Fearing violence, fifteen representatives are forced to hide and the meeting is canceled. Next, Gary Davis, president and CEO of Ascendant Copper arrives on the scene offering "transparency" but refusing to discuss details. Finally, the mayor of Cotacachi, Auki Tituana, supported by the community, works to establish Cotacachi as an "ecological county" based on "responsibility towards nature."

TERRA 318-320: The ...
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07:44:04 04/10/07

In 1997, noted Harvard ecologist E.O. Wilson wrote to a small community in the remote cloud forest region of Ecuador, urging them to continue their fight against t...

TERRA 318-320: The Curse of Copper PREVIEW

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TERRA 318-320: The Curse of Copper PREVIEW

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In 1997, noted Harvard ecologist E.O. Wilson wrote to a small community in the remote cloud forest region of Ecuador, urging them to continue their fight against the scourge of copper mining in perhaps the most biodiverse hotspot on Earth. Ten years later, the fight continues amid allegations of bribery, threats and coercion by the mining company. In conjunction with Earth Day, we celebrate this community-led resistance as an example of how even the smallest village can stand up against the most powerful forces of industrial exploitation.

TERRA 318: The Curs...
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07:24:06 04/10/07

In 1997, noted Harvard ecologist E.O. Wilson wrote to a small community in the remote cloud forest region of Ecuador, urging them to continue their fight against t...

TERRA 318: The Curse of Copper PART ONE

Added 04/10/07
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TERRA 318: The Curse of Copper PART ONE

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In 1997, noted Harvard ecologist E.O. Wilson wrote to a small community in the remote cloud forest region of Ecuador, urging them to continue their fight against the scourge of copper mining in perhaps the most biodiverse hotspot on Earth. Ten years later, the fight continues amid allegations of bribery, threats and coercion by the mining company. In conjunction with Earth Day, we celebrate this community-led resistance as an example of how even the smallest village can stand up against the most powerful global forces of industrial exploitation.

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TERRA 243: When Dolphins Cry PREVIEW

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TERRA 243: When Dolphins Cry PREVIEW
05/30/07

Hardy Jones takes us back into the deep, blue sea as spectators to one of the most amazing shows on earth! Watch, as Japan's dolphins jump, spin and play like ocean ballerinas. But life is not all fun for these beautiful mamals, they are under constant threat from traditional Japanese fishermen who have been hunting dolphins for generations. Will Hardy and his team be able to intervene to stop this practice?

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