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At the Mercy of Giants

Friday, March 19, 2010

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At the Mercy of Giants

From free-dives to whales in heat, Roger Munns endures it all to capture shots for Discovery's new series Life.

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My Favorite Things: Jeff Bridges

Monday, March 8, 2010

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My Favorite Things: Jeff Bridges

The newly-minted Oscar winner — for his role in the pitch-perfect Crazy Heart — on his art, his game, and his dad.

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Q&A: Kathryn Bigelow

Monday, March 8, 2010

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Q&A: Kathryn Bigelow

The first female to win an Academy Award for Best Director talks about shooting this year's Best Picture, The Hurt Locker, in Jordan and her decision to cast relatively unknown actors.

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Survival Skills: Anthony Bourdain

Friday, January 8, 2010

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Survival Skills: Anthony Bourdain

The chef, who begins his sixth season hosting the Travel Channel's "No Reservations" on January 11th, talks about the impact of Japanese cuisine on his own cooking, his favorite drink, and his near-death ATV accident.

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It’s All In The Smoke

Sunday, May 31, 2009

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It’s All In The Smoke

You’ve mastered the marinade and dry rub. Now elevate your grilling repertoire with unusual fuels for your fire.

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The Biggest Drop — Then Another

Sunday, April 26, 2009

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As a film crew watched, he took a tight line on the right side of the falls and, thanks to the water's churning aeration, made a surprisingly soft landing, narrowly avoiding getting pulled into caves on either side.

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Alone Across the Ice

Friday, April 24, 2009

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Alone Across the Ice

Todd Carmichael set out to become the fastest person to reach the South Pole on foot. He didn’t count on having to fight for his own life.

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Your Perfect Weekend: April 17-19

Thursday, April 16, 2009

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Your Perfect Weekend: April 17-19

Weekends are about freedom and the dawn of Spring means a glut fresh of choices: put your endurance to the test in the Western mountains of Montana, revel in the final days of winter at a snowboard festival in British Columbia, or stuff yourself with Oysters at the French Quarter Festival in New Orleans.

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The World’s Toughest Camera

Monday, April 13, 2009

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The World’s Toughest Camera

It can be slammed against rocks, dunked in 30 feet of water, and used as a footstool by a 220-pound man-and will still snap crystal-clear shots.

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Survival Skills: Jack LaLanne

Thursday, April 9, 2009

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Survival Skills: Jack LaLanne

The king of fitness on what to eat, how to live, and keeping your woman happy — even in your 90s.

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Your Perfect Weekend: April 10-12

Thursday, April 9, 2009

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Your Perfect Weekend: April 10-12

Fight the urge to spend your Easter Weekend lazing around eating chocolate bunnies and instead opt for some sunshine at Cocoa Beach, guzzle some suds in Oregon, or catch some of the best skateboarders on the planet compete for the coveted title of Ultimate Boarder.

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The Money Wrench

Monday, March 23, 2009

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The Money Wrench

With thousands of acres of Utah wilderness at stake, Tim DeChristopher resurrected the lost art of civil disobedience.

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Your Perfect Weekend: February 27 - March 1

Friday, February 27, 2009

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Your Perfect Weekend: February 27 - March 1

Spring is in our crosshairs. Until the weather improves, stay warm with hot barbecue in the desert, belly-warming wine in the city, or the strongest beer you'll ever taste in Boulder. And if still in the mood for something wintery, head to Squaw Valley.

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Your Perfect Weekend: February 20-23

Thursday, February 19, 2009

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Your Perfect Weekend: February 20-23

Since the last days of February provide some of the deepest powder of the year, we give you the best places to get your skiing, sled dog racing, and even snowkiting fix this weekend.

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Your Perfect Valentine’s Weekend

Thursday, February 12, 2009

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Your Perfect Valentine’s Weekend

Four retreats where you can impress your better half while still getting your adventure fix, whether it’s skiing or conquering a hot tub.

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