NEW Shows and more with BeamZ this week!
NEW Shows Travel A Nature Walk in the Canadian Rockies Wednesday, October 26th Let's join Patrick at the breathtaking Canadian Rockies, just looking at this photo I can tell it is one of the most beautiful places on earth, and our host will make the best out of it. We'll go through its most famous trails, see some wildlife and more!
My Birthday Tour in Medieval Fortress by the Sea Wednesday, October 26th Let's celebrate Anna's birthday! She wants us to join her at a special location to commemorate, a fortress and along the beach of the Mediterranean to share some history and enjoy the sweeping views. This fortress is located in the Southern part of the city of Ashdod on a ridge of sand dunes along the seafront. It was known as early as the beginning of the Arab period (640-1099 AD). It is called "Kal'at-al-Mina" or The Port Citadel.
Bolivia's Dino Park Thursday, October 27th Let's join Renan to see REAL dinosaur footprints and life-sized Dinosaur models! Close to the city of Sucre in Bolivia, we will see around 12,000 footprints of 4 groups of dinosaurs and a lot of "dinosaurs". Join us!
The highest altitude wildlife bio park in the world Thursday, October 27th Let's join Renan for an exciting tour, he is taking us to the zoo, I just love seeing wild animals so up close. And don't worry a large part of this zoo is made of animals rescued from traffic. The La Paz Bolivia Zoo is an institution that promotes conservation, education and recreation of the biodiversity of regional and national fauna.
Quirky houseboats - British eccentrics at their best Friday, October 28th Let's join Ginny in the UK for a very unique show, you may have seen houseboats in Amsterdam, but these ones are unique. Along the river Adur at Shoreham-by-sea, a group of people have created the most unique and artsy houseboats, using parts of buses, missiles, planes and more. Each different from the other, let's see!
"Day of the dead" market in Bolivia Friday, October 28th As we all know Halloween is here, and so all over the world each country celebrates in a different way! Let's join Renan to see how they celebrate the date in Bolivia. There, the festivities are called “Todos Santos” which translates to “All Saints” and Bolivian celebrate the dead with traditional altars, clothings, pastries, and much more.
The Chelsea of Mark Twain (and many, many others) Wednesday, October 26th How about seeing the famous London trough the eyes of Mark Twain and other famous characters. Gerard will walk us to the areas where the famous writer lived in while we learn more about his life.
Art Young African Artists + Gulu Market Thursday, October 27th Join Karol to enjoy some local Ugandan Art. We will visit the Gulu Factory Art Gallery, that started over six years back with a focus of arts that were to bring healing from the war experienced in the region. We will discover different art pieces and craft by young African artists.
History The Spanish Golden Age (7 Pt Series) - Spanish Monarchy Pt 2 Friday, October 28th You may have seen the first episode of this series with Lillian, but if not, don't you worry, you can enjoy this one separately. Episode 2 features and overview of every single ruler of Spain during this period, as well as other important Habsburg family members that held incredible power in the country - mostly the women!
Series - NEW Episodes Paris Chronicles with Patrick Thursday, October 27th Discover Paris with your favorite host Patrick! Every week he'll take you to a new place, filled with different stories, and show you some only known to locals gems. Don't miss this week's episode, it will be a surprise.
Politics
"Does Putin Have to Die?" with Ilya Ponomarev Wednesday, October 26th Our hosts Ilya Ponomarev and Gregg Stebben have some exciting news, they just launched a book together! “Does Putin Have to Die? The Story of How Russia Becomes a Democracy after Losing to Ukraine." is already available to purchase below. But let me tell you more about it. You may already know that Ponomarev was a member of the Russian Parliament. He was the only member of the Russian Parliament to vote against the annexation of Crimea, predicting that this would lead to an invasion of Ukraine by Russia. This vote lead to him being forced into exile from his own country. He is today fighting for Ukraine. "I’m not fighting against Russia, I'm fighting against Putin and Putinism and Russian fascism.” And in this book, Ponomarev offers his plan for how the Russian people can purge their country of Putin, Putinism, and dictatorship, and turn it into a democracy. Join us in the show to know more.
Coming Soon
Travel One-Off Experience: Enchanting Town of Eger, Hungary Saturday, October 29th Explore Eger, one of Hungary’s most famous towns, characterised by superior wines, natural healing water springs, and noteworthy monuments. The town has a charming medieval atmosphere, where a thousand-year-old castle, thirty-eight temple towers and hills with vineyards provide a compelling backdrop.
Bet Shearim most mysterious Jewish cemetery In the World? Sunday, October 30th Beit Shearim is a national park in Israel. Beit Shearim is known for the remains of a Roman city located on a hilltop and the ancient Jewish burial catacombs located within it. Today the Beit Shearim National Park incorporates both the ruins of the city and the burial tombs. And host Anna will show you all!
Witches, Golems & Other Creepy Jewish Stories - Live in Park Monday, October 31st Did you know as a rule, Halloween is not celebrated in Israel? But that doesn't stop our host Anna from doing spooky themed shows! Join her at the Ashkelon park where she will tell you some tales of witches, ghosts and more in the Jewish history.
Halloween Crafts Market in Israel Monday, October 31st Anna is not letting go of Halloween decorations either, nowadays there are crafts for Halloween in Israel and she will show us. Let's do some shopping at a Halloween Crafts Market. We’re going to see jewelry, clothing, decorations and a lot more.
Halloween the Bolivian Way Day of the Dead, part II Tuesday, November 1st As we know Halloween is celebrated differently in every country (or not celebrated at all). On this show Renan will continue to show us how Bolivia celebrates. In the Andean tradition, death does not exist and is understood as a transition because life is eternal. Around this beautiful belief, Bolivians cultivate one of Latin America's most deeply rooted celebrations of this date with all sorts of rituals and more.
Imperial Bath and Roman Throne Hall in Trier Monday, October 31st Juliane is going in big next Monday, she will show us two UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a palace. We will see the old Imperial baths from the 3/4th century AD, the Roman Throne Hall from the 3rd century AD, and the Palace of the former Prince Elector, with the prettiest Rococo facades you will ever see.
Food Discover Italy in America at Your Table - On the Road Part 1 Saturday, October 29th John and Patty are doing two special shows this Saturday! We will be joining them from the Leaning Ladder Kitchen in Woodstock, GA. First, they will show you how to make Minestra with Escarole and Beans and Mushroom Ragu over Pappardelle. You don't want to miss on these delicious dishes.
Discover Italy in America at Your Table - On the Road Part 2 Saturday, October 29th If you can't watch the first show or want two more recipes from our beloved chefs, join us on this one. They will again be at the Leaning Ladder Olive Oil store and on this show they will make Crespelle with Ricotta and Neapolitan Meatballs.
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