Wednesday, October 15th TV listings for Smithsonian Channel Canada HD
Cosmic Vistas Stargazer's Paradise
Advanced telescopes capture images of the night sky from the Atacama Desert.
Paid programming.
History by the Numbers Heists
The inside track on five of the greatest heists in history; these are not petty robberies, but high-stakes operations meticulously planned and audaciously executed, with a cast of colorful characters from the mastermind to the snitch.
Cosmic Vistas Virtual Universe
Using computer simulations, it is possible to fly over other worlds and see how galaxies interact.
Cosmic Vistas Seasons of Saturn
The second largest planet is also a mini-solar system with 60 moons and those crazy rings.
Inside Hampton Court Palace Quest for an Heir
An inside look at how Hampton Court's warders and staff open and close the palace to the public; a look at the marriage of Henry VIII and Jane Seymour.
The Pyramids: Solving The Mystery Medium and the Mystery of The False Pyramid
Meidum is the least-known of the pyramids of Egypt as it stretches skywards to resemble a castle keep.
ArtNation Rebels
A look at controversial and provocative artists whose works are meant to push boundaries and influence social justice around the world.
Inside Hampton Court Palace Quest for an Heir
An inside look at how Hampton Court's warders and staff open and close the palace to the public; a look at the marriage of Henry VIII and Jane Seymour.
The Pyramids: Solving The Mystery Medium and the Mystery of The False Pyramid
Meidum is the least-known of the pyramids of Egypt as it stretches skywards to resemble a castle keep.
Untold Arctic Wars Hitler's Big Gamble
Investigate the costs of Hitler's Soviet invasion, which aims to give the Nazis control over a key nickel mine and a transportation hub; seeing how this summer battle turns into a bitter winter war as the Allies tighten their grip on the Arctic.
How Did They Fix That? Reef Rescue
Mike in north eastern Australia, going on and under the water, into labs and onto construction projects working with specialized teams as they tackle the daunting challenge of saving dying coral on the incredible Great Barrier R.
How Did They Build That? Floating Parks & Upcycled Towers
On inadequate foundations, San Francisco's MOMA triples in size creating an exterior light enough to prevent collapse; a 1970s Sydney skyscraper is recycled into a 21st century tower; in Dallas, a five acre park is created.
Engineering Repurposed Coal Drop to Retail Complex & Gasometers to Housing
Two industrial buildings once helping to fuel the Victorian era are reimagined as a sophisticated retail complex and a unique living space; old buildings taken from grime to glory.
Mysteries of the Mogao Caves The Shining Beacon
Dunhuang's transformation from desert outpost to Silk Road stronghold.
Legends of the Pharaohs Egypt's First Pyramid
The story of the construction of ancient Egypt's first pyramid, built 4,700 years ago to help the Pharaoh Djoser achieve immortality.
Engineering Repurposed Coal Drop to Retail Complex & Gasometers to Housing
Two industrial buildings once helping to fuel the Victorian era are reimagined as a sophisticated retail complex and a unique living space; old buildings taken from grime to glory.
Mysteries of the Mogao Caves The Shining Beacon
Dunhuang's transformation from desert outpost to Silk Road stronghold.
Legends of the Pharaohs Egypt's First Pyramid
The story of the construction of ancient Egypt's first pyramid, built 4,700 years ago to help the Pharaoh Djoser achieve immortality.
Abandoned Engineering Roads to Nowhere
A crumbling hill in the Peak District and dunes in California causes the closure of two roads; a route used by the French Resistance is closed in 2003.
Engineering Repurposed Coal Drop to Retail Complex & Gasometers to Housing
Two industrial buildings once helping to fuel the Victorian era are reimagined as a sophisticated retail complex and a unique living space; old buildings taken from grime to glory.
Mysteries of the Mogao Caves The Shining Beacon
Dunhuang's transformation from desert outpost to Silk Road stronghold.
Legends of the Pharaohs Egypt's First Pyramid
The story of the construction of ancient Egypt's first pyramid, built 4,700 years ago to help the Pharaoh Djoser achieve immortality.