Human Footprint
Explore the global impact of Earth’s most ingenious, destructive, and adaptable species.
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The Birth of the Supermarket: How Convenience Took Over the Way We Shop
Shane and Ben Lorr trace the supermarket’s rise — and what it says about what we value.
Shane and Ben Lorr trace the supermarket’s rise — and what it says about what we value.
The True Cost of Shrimp: What the Grocery Store Doesn’t Show You
Shane uncovers the hidden labor behind shrimp — and the global systems that keep us in the dark.
Shane uncovers the hidden labor behind shrimp — and the global systems that keep us in the dark.
How Cereal, Sugar, and Big Business Rewired Our Diets
Shane and Michael Moss examine how processed food took over our shelves — and our willpower.
Shane and Michael Moss examine how processed food took over our shelves — and our willpower.
Why the Boll Weevil is this Alabama Town's Mascot
Shane learns how the boll weevil became an icon in Enterprise, Alabama.
Shane learns how the boll weevil became an icon in Enterprise, Alabama.
The Wild Horses of Nevada's Deserts
Shane ventures into the vast deserts of Nevada to learn about wild horses on public lands.
Shane ventures into the vast deserts of Nevada to learn about wild horses on public lands.
Making 'Human Footprint': The Grind
Find out how making "Human Footprint" challenged our minds and broke our bodies.
Find out how making "Human Footprint" challenged our minds and broke our bodies.
The 'Human Footprint' Soundtrack
There’s nothing quite like Human Footprint, and Adrian Younge’s score is a big reason why.
There’s nothing quite like Human Footprint, and Adrian Younge’s score is a big reason why.
What Is 'Human Footprint'?
"Human Footprint" is a deep dive into a world reshaped by one remarkable species: us.
"Human Footprint" is a deep dive into a world reshaped by one remarkable species: us.
The Making of Episode 1: Strangers in Paradise
An inside look at "invasive" species that make Shane reconsider what it means to belong.
An inside look at "invasive" species that make Shane reconsider what it means to belong.
A Day at a Canine Freestyle Dance Class
Shane joins a “canine freestyle” dance class.
Shane joins a “canine freestyle” dance class.
Hunting Urban Rats with a Pack of Dogs
Discover how Scott and Angie Mullaney use their loyal canines take on the urban rat race.
Discover how Scott and Angie Mullaney use their loyal canines take on the urban rat race.
Reimagining Green City Living in Singapore
In Singapore, nature is the blueprint. Green spaces aren't just an afterthought.
In Singapore, nature is the blueprint. Green spaces aren't just an afterthought.
Meet the 'Puff Daddy' of Cotton
Shane visits Julius Tillery's cotton farm to learn about the legacy behind the brand.
Shane visits Julius Tillery's cotton farm to learn about the legacy behind the brand.
Tracking a Burmese Python with Biologists in Florida
Biologists work tirelessly to radio track Burmese Pythons deep in Florida's marshland.
Biologists work tirelessly to radio track Burmese Pythons deep in Florida's marshland.
How Geology Influenced Cotton Production
Shane explores the remarkable journey that transformed the ancient Cretaceous seas.
Shane explores the remarkable journey that transformed the ancient Cretaceous seas.
City vs. Forest Anole Adaptations of Puerto Rico
Meet Kristin Winchell, the urban evolution guru who's unraveling the secrets of anoles.
Meet Kristin Winchell, the urban evolution guru who's unraveling the secrets of anoles.
Our Impact on Planet Earth
Shane Campbell-Staton explores how humans have impacted the planet in this first look.
Shane Campbell-Staton explores how humans have impacted the planet in this first look.
The Cat Tracking Device of the Future
Dr. Roland Kays uses a global GPS tracker plan to unleash the secret lives of wild cats.
Dr. Roland Kays uses a global GPS tracker plan to unleash the secret lives of wild cats.
The Top Secret Vault for Ancient Maize
Shane dives into Mexico's cornucopia with geneticist Sarah Hearne.
Shane dives into Mexico's cornucopia with geneticist Sarah Hearne.
Changing the World with Corn
Shane meets with local Mexican chefs committed to reviving the sacred heritage of maize.
Shane meets with local Mexican chefs committed to reviving the sacred heritage of maize.
Puppy IQ: How Canine Smarts Evolved with Humans
Vanessa Woods studies the wonders of canine cognition at Duke Puppy Kindergarten.
Vanessa Woods studies the wonders of canine cognition at Duke Puppy Kindergarten.
Shane Meets an Inuit Sled Dog Hunter
Chilling in the Arctic: Shane explores the role of how sled dogs in Resolute Bay.
Chilling in the Arctic: Shane explores the role of how sled dogs in Resolute Bay.
The Wolves Among Us in Yellowstone
As Top Predator, we eliminate competition, like America's wolves.
As Top Predator, we eliminate competition, like America's wolves.
Exploring the Epic Whale Warehouse with Shane
Shane meets Nick Pyenson, a biologist studying ancient and living whales.
Shane meets Nick Pyenson, a biologist studying ancient and living whales.
Searching for the Tuskless Elephants of Gorongosa
Shane's research reveals how our actions can change the course of evolution.
Shane's research reveals how our actions can change the course of evolution.
Cruising the Everglades with a Burmese Python Hunter
Shane’s journey begins in Florida, where he joins Donna Kalil on a Burmese python hunt.
Shane’s journey begins in Florida, where he joins Donna Kalil on a Burmese python hunt.
How Corn Took Over the World
Watch the rise of a productive crop that has managed to replace itself, but at what cost?
Watch the rise of a productive crop that has managed to replace itself, but at what cost?
The Watery Price Of Golf Courses & Lawns
The cultural and resource costs for manicured lawns and golf courses are quite shocking.
The cultural and resource costs for manicured lawns and golf courses are quite shocking.
How Dogs Are Shaping The Future Of Medicine
Observe the rich diversity of dog breeds, shaped by genes and human intervention.
Observe the rich diversity of dog breeds, shaped by genes and human intervention.
We Brought This Fish To America. Now We Can't Get Rid Of It
Expose Asian carp for disrupting native fish species and shrinking their populations.
Expose Asian carp for disrupting native fish species and shrinking their populations.
How Humans Are Reshaping Elephant Evolution
Uncover the impact of hunting on elephant genetics.
Uncover the impact of hunting on elephant genetics.
Secrets of the World’s Only Whale Warehouse
Uncover the history of whaling and its impact on our oceans.
Uncover the history of whaling and its impact on our oceans.
How Giant Pythons Became Florida’s Biggest Invasive Species
Ever heard of the phrase "when pet pythons outgrow their owners"?
Ever heard of the phrase "when pet pythons outgrow their owners"?
Sled Dogs: The Most Extreme Distance Athletes on Earth
In the Arctic, it's not just about muscle power, but brainpower too.
In the Arctic, it's not just about muscle power, but brainpower too.
Singapore: Designing a Megacity in Harmony with Nature
Green spaces aren't just an afterthought here - they're mandatory!
Green spaces aren't just an afterthought here - they're mandatory!
Your Cat’s Secret Life (as a Deadly Predator)
Cats have been winning the hearts of humans for years....but can devastate ecosystems.
Cats have been winning the hearts of humans for years....but can devastate ecosystems.
How This Frog Changed Science
What happens when frogs become indispensable?
What happens when frogs become indispensable?
How NYC Became a Rat Kingdom
When it comes to NYC, the rat is the undisputed king!
When it comes to NYC, the rat is the undisputed king!
How An Ancient Ocean Shaped Us History
Learn how millions of years of deposits shaped the events of Black American history.
Learn how millions of years of deposits shaped the events of Black American history.
Why Are These Urban Lizards Evolving in Overdrive?
Examine city-dwelling anoles with remarkable evolutionary changes.
Examine city-dwelling anoles with remarkable evolutionary changes.