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Arches & Opera Houses

How Did They Build That?

S1, EP6 "Arches & Opera Houses"

The inside stories behind a new, horseshoe-shaped complex in Rotterdam, a rock-shaped opera house in China and a makeover of the British Museum.

How Did They Build That?

S4, EP8 "Facelifts & Scaffolds"

A museum building bends 1,100-glass tubes to form a facade and tunnels below the water table; a vast 11-storey glass atrium HQ is built on the former Berlin Wall site to represent unity.

How Did They Fix That?

S4, EP2 "Volcano Power"

Mike is in Iceland, where teams harness the power of volcanos to keep the geothermal energy flowing; they battle harsh weather to maintain and upgrade giant power systems, fixing miles of steam pipes, and bringing a dead well back to life.

How Did They Fix That?

"How Did They Fix That?"

An in-depth look at how things are repaired.

How Did They Fix That?

S2, EP8 "Philadelphia Transit"

In Philadelphia, Mike is on streets, in tunnels, on tracks and in trolley restoration garages; he is working shoulder-to-shoulder with the team that keeps one of America's largest and oldest mass transit systems running smoothly and on time.

How Did They Fix That?

S4, EP3 "Water Work"

In Florida, Mike tackles one of the dangerous jobs on the planet, commercial diving; he helps a specialized team keep waterways safe; fixing construction site leaks and removing dangerous structures, all while hurricane season is in full swing.

How Did They Build That?

S3, EP10 "Boxes & Birds"

The American Museum of Natural History in NYC gets a cave-like extension; an arts center inspired by migrating birds is built on a lake in China; Boston University gains a fossil-free, Jenga-like tower.

How Did They Build That?

S3, EP5 "Heights & Balance"

A 1.2-million-square-foot office building balances precariously on a 39-foot wide base in Chicago; a building named Pterodactyl lands on top of a Los Angeles parking garage; the world's longest suspension footbridge.

Aerial America

S1, EP49 "Washington D.C."

A soaring tour over Washington, D.C. explores the unique landscape, rich history and colorful story of the Nation's Capital.

Aerial America

S1, EP23 "Colorado"

Alpine valleys; Rocky Mountains; Denver's towering skyscrapers.

Aerial America

S1, EP33 "Ohio"

An aerial journey over Ohio showcases the Buckeye State's autumnal vistas, majestic rivers, epic skyscrapers and battlegrounds.

Aerial America

S1, EP41 "Utah"

An amazing aerial tour over Utah reveals a state full of otherworldly landscapes and landmarks, including a history steeped in Mormonism, pioneering tragedy, and Olympic glory.

Aerial America

S1, EP43 "Wyoming"

An aerial exploration of Wyoming reveals the Cowboy State's controversial history while highlighting its breathtaking canyons and volcanic formations.

Aerial America

S1, EP27 "Kansas"

An aerial tour of Kansas shows a state with varied landscapes, scenic areas and historical conflict sites.

Aerial America

S1, EP56 "On the Water"

Taking flight for a bird's eye tour of America's rivers, lakes and canals.

Aerial America

S1, EP18 "New York"

Beauty of the Empire State; Central Park; tallest skyscrapers; mighty rivers; 17th century explorer Henry Hudson.

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