DW Documentary S08E65 · Climate change or climate hoax? Skeptics and activists

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Climate change is real, and it is dangerous. Some people are actively trying to stop it. Others deny or intensify it - or suppress information. Most don’t bother at all and continue to contribute to global warming through their lifestyle.

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1. 1 1. The toxic waste from drugs like ecstasy, speed or crystal meth2024-01-02 · 29mWhether it’s ecstasy, speed or crystal meth, producing illicit synthetic drugs generates toxic waste. This often ends up in the local environment, posing a threat to humans, wildli
2. 2 2. How much influence do the super rich have?2024-01-04 · 43m
3. 3 3. The lives of the Amish in the US2024-01-05 · 43m
4. 4 4. How artificial light threatens nature2024-01-11 · 43mMany animals and plants are threatened by artificial light. Numerous organisms have found their evolutionary niche in the dark of night, and now have to adapt to bright nights. Not
5. 5 5. China's growing influence in Europe- Serbia and the New Silk Road2024-01-14 · 43m
6. 6 6. Dancing despite war- From war-torn Ukraine to the big ballet stage2024-01-17 · 41m
7. 7 7. Personalized nutrition- Could genética tests improve your health and your figure?2024-01-18 · 43m
8. 8 8. Mental health and resilience- the secrets of inner strength2024-01-20 · 52m
9. 9 9. Transylvania- The heart of Romania2024-01-25 · 43m
10. 10 10. The mysterious death of an SS officer: a Nazi true crimen story2024-01-27 · 1h 26m
11. 11 11. Behind Asia's cyber slavery2024-01-29 · 29m
12. 12 12. Ticking time bombs- What risk do abandoned oil and gas wells pose?2024-01-31 · 43mThe extraction of gas and oil poses a greater threat than previously thought. Leaks at disused drilling sites can trigger an environmental disaster at any time. If toxic substances
13. 13 13. Russia's energy empire: Putin and the rise of Gazprom2024-02-03 · 51m
14. 14 14. The dark side of the champagne industry2024-02-06 · 29mChampagne: a symbol of glamor and celebration. Tens of thousands of migrant workers head to France every year to harvest grapes in the Champagne region. But some pay a high price t
15. 15 15. Cryptocurrencies- The future of money?2024-02-07 · 43mFor some, cryptocurrencies are a dangerous bubble. For others, they represent the future of money. But what are the actual uses - and risks -- of cryptocurrencies? This documentary
16. 16 16. How mass tourism is endangering the Dolomites2024-02-08 · 43mMass tourism in South Tyrol is endangering the unique beauty of the Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The region has just 530,000 inhabitants, while as many as 33 million ov
17. 17 17. China's grab for the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization2024-02-09 · 43m
18. 18 18. Russia's Gazprom- Corrupt politicians and the greed of the west2024-02-10 · 51m
19. 19 19. Meeting death on our own terms2024-02-15 · 43mModern medicine is making it possible to keep people alive for longer and longer. However, hospitals can also earn a lot of money by treating the seriously ill, especially in inten
20. 20 20. Racism in medicine2024-02-21 · 43mThis documentary hears from people who’ve been turned away or received inadequate care in a medical emergency; from midwives who report on racism in the delivery room; from student
21. 21 21. Ayahuasca boom in Brazil2024-02-25 · 26m
22. 22 22. Barbie: The world's greatest influencer?2024-02-28 · 43mShe’s available in all skin colors, she’s diverse and inclusive. Created by businesswoman Ruth Handler, unveiled in New York in 1959, Barbie’s long been a money-maker. With million
23. 23 23. Extreme climate research- On the road in the icefields of Patagonia2024-03-03 · 26mPatagonia's icefields are very difficult to access. As a result, they remain largely unexplored by climate researchers. Now, a scientist and two extreme mountaineers are venturing
24. 24 24. Can algae save the world?2024-03-10 · 26mThe research project called "Waste to value”, Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences biologist Michael Lakatos and his team are investigating the potential uses of microalga
25. 25 25. New quantum computers- Potential and pitfalls2024-03-12 · 29mA Swiss start-up that produces artificial lungs is looking towards quantum algorithms to become more efficient and, for example, help find a cure for cancer and rendering experimen
26. 26 26. Pyramids, dark matter & the Big Bang theory2024-03-13 · 43m
27. 27 27. AI supremacy: The artificial intelligence battle between China, USA and Europe2024-03-16 · 1h 29mThe documentary follows key figures from the tech industry, science and politics who are working on artificial intelligence around the globe. They are tasked with making far-reachi
28. 28 28. The Mississippi - A journey through the heart of America2024-03-21 · 43m
29. 29 29. NATO - The largest military alliance in the world2024-04-04 · 1h 29m
30. 30 30. Colonial roots of the genocide in Rwanda2024-04-05 · 1h 26m
31. 31 31. A Holocaust survivor returns - Margot Friedländer in Germany2024-04-10 · 43m
32. 32 32. Mars - Life on the Red Planet?2024-04-12 · 43mThe new robot NASA sent to Mars is called "Perseverance". Its mission? To search for evidence of past life on the Red Planet - an important and ambitious endeavor. It took years to
33. 33 33. Burnout - When does work start feeling pointless?2024-04-27 · 52mSuperfluous meetings, endless paperwork and incompetent managers - sound familiar? Jobs that entail a steady stream of seemingly pointless demands can damage our health in the long
34. 34 34. Illegal leather - How the car industry is threatening the rainforest2024-05-03 · 43mBrazil’s tannery industry exports products worth 1.5 billion Euros every year. Cattle meat and hides are a huge economic driver. But this business often involves the illegal destru
35. 35 35. The International Space Station: a unique space project2024-05-07 · 29mThis documentary explores the singular historical situation that made the construction of the ISS possible and hears firsthand from crew members from various nations. It sheds ligh
36. 36 36. Women as spoils of war at the end of World War Two2024-05-08 · 43mIn early 1945, at least 860,000 women and girls in Germany were sexually abused by Allied soldiers. The victims, and the children they bore after being raped, suffer trauma to this
37. 37 37. Between the desert and the Pacific Ocean2024-05-16 · 43mThere are men on this planet who challenge death every day to feed their families. Between the desert and the Pacific Ocean, in the region of Huarmey in Peru, stand vertiginous cli
38. 38 38. Birds - Survivalists with special powers2024-05-22 · 43mAlmost of a third of all birds in the US have disappeared since 1970. That’s just under three billion animals. In Europe, the number has been decimated by around 25 per cent. Clima
39. 39 39. How car tires drive deforestation2024-05-23 · 29mRainforests are sacrificed to provide the rubber used in tires, even though alternatives exist. 70% of the global rubber harvest goes to the tire industry, which must now meet new
40. 40 40. Floods, heavy rain, extreme weather - Why we need to build differently2024-05-26 · 26mBillions of people in cities around the world are affected by climate change. Sustainable urban planning can help reduce risks and improve life in urban centers.
41. 41 41. What is life like without smells?2024-05-30 · 43mSince Covid-19 and the symptoms of loss of smell and taste, many people have begun to realize just how important smell is in our lives. Our sense of smell is the oldest sense we h
42. 42 42. India's new generation between luxury and poverty2024-06-04 · 45mIndia, a nation on the verge of becoming a superpower? The country has overtaken China and is now the world’s most populous nation. The average age is 28. What dreams and what oppo
43. 43 43. European migration? How a continent is sealing itself off2024-06-06 · 45mThere’s hardly a more divisive topic in Europe than the issue of immigration. When the refugee crisis began in 2015, the EU welcomed many with open arms. Now, tightened borders hav
44. 44 44. Ozempic - What’s the truth behind the hype?2024-06-25 · 29mThe hype is enormous: A new weight-loss drug is being aggressively marketed on social media - promising patients a quick fix for obesity. But what’s the truth behind the hype?
45. 45 45. Melting wetlands - How can nature slow down climate change?2024-07-03 · 43mPeatlands and wetlands play an important role in global warming because they influence the greenhouse gas cycle. But not all bogs are the same. Some bind carbon, while others relea
46. 46 46. Isolation and dementia - Why we should protect our ears2024-07-07 · 43mIf you’re young, you don’t usually do enough to protect your hearing. But more than a billion youngsters are at risk of hearing loss worldwide. People often turn to assistive devic
47. 47 47. Raid on the Atlantic - Overfishing and exploitation of the sea2024-07-11 · 43mWest African waters once had some of the richest fish stocks in the world. Today they are severely depleted. Fishermen in Senegal fear for their livelihoods. Europeans, Chinese, Ru
48. 48 48. Nuclear fusion's hope - The dream of endless clean energy2024-07-12 · 43mCould nuclear fusion generate an infinite amount of clean energy? In contrast to nuclear fission, nuclear fusion looks favorable when it comes to environmental and safety concerns.
49. 49 49. America’s right-wing radicals - US veterans against democracy2024-07-13 · 1h 23mOn 6 January 2021, hundreds of Donald Trump supporters stormed the Capitol in Washington. Five people were killed and many injured. Some 15 per cent of those involved were former
50. 50 50. Turning vapor into drinking water2024-07-17 · 43mTurning vapor into drinking water: a bizarre response to the impact of climate change? Or a stroke of genius? It’s hoped that the cloud catchers - nets that fish water out of the a
51. 51 51. Nicaragua - 45 years after the revolution, a return to dictatorship2024-07-20 · 1h 26mThis is documentary film about the eventful period following the victory of the Sandinista revolution in Nicaragua and the commitment of thousands of West German supporters who tra
52. 52 52. Toxic and tenacious - How "forever chemicals” are damaging our health2024-07-26 · 43mCoated pans, waterproof clothing, refrigerants for air conditioning systems. All these everyday items contain PFAS. This group of chemical compounds makes life more convenient. But
53. 53 53. Building in harmony with nature2024-07-31 · 43mBuilding in harmony with nature, using renewable materials from the region. Sustainable building is still an adventure. But in future, it’s likely to be necessary. The future lies
54. 54 54. Protecting the climate2024-08-02 · 43mCan the climate still be saved? Scientists like oceanologist Mojib Latif are disillusioned. Neither the warnings from climate researchers nor public protests have prompted sufficie
55. 55 55. Mental health and body image2024-08-04 · 26mFor years, Sofia suffered from eating disorders and depression. By talking openly about the issue, she hopes to help others. Like many young people, 22-year-old Sofia struggled wi
56. 56 56. Trophy hunting2024-08-08 · 43mElephants, antelopes, lions. Rich people kill animals threatened with extinction, then hang them on their walls as trophies. On the face of it, trophy hunting seems morally reprehe
57. 57 57. How the Nazis concealed their atrocities2024-08-09 · 43mThe Nazis meticulously planned and documented their acts of mass murder. They were just as meticulous when it came to covering their tracks. Their systematic, cruel methods are a c
58. 58 58. Endometriosis2024-08-18 · 26m190 million women around the world suffer from endometriosis, a chronic disease of the abdomen. For a long time, medicine didn’t take these women’s complaints seriously. But now, t
59. 59 59. Varanasi - Facing death without fear2024-08-22 · 43m
60. 60 60. Urban rats2024-08-23 · 43mRats are seen as transmitters of disease and are hated in the West. But to this day, we don’t know very much about this feared animal. Science is only just beginning to properly de
61. 61 61. Butchers fighting cheap meat2024-08-30 · 43mMark Junglas is disgusted by conventional factory farming. The trained butcher wants to do better. Eating meat is fine, he says. But only if the animals have led a good, species-ap
62. 62 62. Will artificial intelligence save us or kill us?2024-09-01 · 29mWill artificial intelligence make life better for humans or lead to our downfall? As developers race toward implementing AI in every aspect of our lives, it is already showing prom
63. 63 63. The fight against exploitation of migrant workers in Italy2024-09-17 · 29mYvan Sagnet has been campaigning against the exploitation of migrant workers in Italy for years. His organization No Cap works to ensure fair conditions for laborers in the agricul
64. 64 64. Smart insects2024-09-18 · 43mThe latest research shows we’ve long underestimated the intelligence of insects. Bumblebees, for example, succeed at behavioral tests also passed by intelligent crows. They use too
65. 65 65. Climate change or climate hoax? Skeptics and activists2024-09-29 · 36mClimate change is real, and it is dangerous. Some people are actively trying to stop it. Others deny or intensify it - or suppress information. Most don’t bother at all and continu
66. 66 66. How climate change threatens coffee production2024-10-01 · 29mClimate change could halve the amount of land suitable for coffee production by 2050. In a bid to save one of the world’s most popular drinks, many people are busy experimenting wi
67. 67 67. Trauma in the Middle East: The terror of Hamas and Israel's war in Gaza2024-10-05 · 1h 26mHow was the attack on the Israeli state prepared? How was it even possible? To mark the first anniversary of the Hamas attack, the documentary film analyzes the failures of intelli
68. 68 68. How can ships become cleaner?2024-10-06 · 26mSoot, particle pollution and heavy fuel oil: freighters and cruise liners are real climate killers. It’s high time for a change of course on the seas. The film shows how both innov
69. 69 69. Tel Aviv and October 72024-10-07 · 43mThe Hamas terror attack of 7 October 2023 has had profound consequences in Israel, Gaza and beyond. This film asks how those in Tel Aviv have reacted to the subsequent war, and wha
70. 70 70. How pandemics, wars and disasters jeopardize global trade2024-10-27 · 26mPandemics, wars and natural disasters jeopardize trade and supply chain security. Even in the best of times, international supply chains often lack the necessary transparency, espe
71. 71 71. Is prosperity without economic growth possible?2024-10-30 · 43mCritics of growth want to bring the economy into harmony with the environment and social well-being. They see a world that functions without constantly wanting more. But is that re
72. 72 72. Hiding and surviving - Growing up under National Socialism2024-11-06 · 43m"Everyone who survived has a story that you simply can't believe.” Charlotte Knobloch survived the Holocaust - because farmer's wife Kreszentia Hummel passed her off as her own, il
73. 73 73. Europe’s deadly migration policy2024-11-09 · 52mThe European Union is investing money in equipping and training North African security forces with the aim of stopping migrants to Europe before they reach the Mediterranean coast.
74. 74 74. How heatwaves impact our lives2024-11-10 · 43mHeatwaves. They are occurring more and more frequently, lasting longer and becoming more intense. In Europe, temperature records are constantly being broken. One question has scien
75. 75 75. What are the consequences of Germany's ban on chick killing?2024-11-14 · 26mRoosters bring little profit on the poultry market. They lay no eggs and produce little meat. So, many German hatcheries sell millions of chicks abroad. But what are conditions lik
76. 76 76. Teaching in the isolated Venezuelan Andes2024-11-20 · 43mRodolfo Dugarte Sanchez has a dream. The young teacher from the Venezuelan Andes wants the children of the remote village of Las Plumas to learn to read and write. He regularly wal
77. 77 77. Pakistan: Pashtun kids fight for their education2024-11-24 · 31mIn Pakistan, every third child is out of school – and the situation is dire in particular for children belonging to the ethnic group of the Pashtuns. Poverty, corruption, terrorist
78. 78 78. Siberia: Gazprom, a pipeline and the last nomads2024-11-30 · 52mThe Yamal Peninsula in the Arctic is the heart of the Russian energy empire. It is home to the world's largest natural gas reserves. But this is also where the migration routes of
79. 79 79. The missing Van Gogh2024-12-05 · 43m
80. 80 80. Indonesia’s environmental disasters2024-12-07 · 52mIndonesia is grappling with grave ecological problems. While pollution caused by plastic waste threatens ecosystems, Jakarta is sinking into the sea. The city is quite literally go
81. 81 81. Europe's shark trade2024-12-10 · 29mEurope is the largest exporter of shark meat and fins - in an industry worth several billion euros per year. The tons of shark meat found on sale by marine biologist Lukas Müller a
82. 82 82. Battle for the Amazon2024-12-11 · 43mIn the Amazon, the Yanomami staunchly oppose the destruction of their habitat. Since the 1970s, illegal gold mining in particular has posed a threat and destroyed the indigenous pe
83. 83 83. Smoking - Anatomy of an addiction industry2024-12-13 · 43mThe World Health Organization says smoking results in the death of eight million people every year. That’s one reason why you’ll now often hear tobacco companies promoting the swit
84. 84 84. Lost on the run between Belarus and Poland2024-12-18 · 43mMore and more people are taking the migratory route through Belarus - and disappearing without a trace. Relatives from their home countries, such as Iraq, Syria and Egypt, are look
85. 85 85. Cyberbullies - Online hate unmasked2024-12-19 · 43mFor the first time, a documentary film penetrates deep into the most extreme levels of online hate. Cyberbullies engage in a series of campaigns intended to provoke an intense emot
86. 86 86. The dark side of mass-produced fashion jewelry from China2024-12-24 · 29mCheap fashion jewelry is a booming business, but its shine hides a dark side. Workers endure starvation wages, and toxic materials in the jewelry endanger customers' health. This f
87. 87 87. Collecting, storing and preserving2024-12-25 · 43mWe humans like to preserve everything, whether we’ve collected or created it. We want to preserve objects, memories and even microorganisms. How can we preserve our current flood
88. 88 88. Fake steak - Future-proof food and lab-grown meat2024-12-27 · 43mIndustrial livestock farming is responsible for around 15 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. It also requires huge amounts of land and water and is thought to be contribut