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Human Footprint

Dammed If You Do

Season 2 Episode 5

Shane Campbell-Staton travels from ancient aqueducts to modern mega-dams, following our age-old quest to tame water. On a journey down the Colorado River, he discovers how humanity’s thirst for control has reshaped rivers — and civilization itself.

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Human Footprint Season 2
55:39
Shane meets species on the brink of oblivion, and the people who won’t let them slip away.
The Honey Trap
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55:09
Shane investigates the future of bees, from honey bees to wild native species, in a changing world.
Dressed to Kill
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55:09
From runway to throwaway, Shane suits up to discover the global impact of our fashion addiction.
The Enemy of My Enemy
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55:13
We enlist allies from nature to fight in our battles. But is the enemy of an enemy always a friend?
Shelf Life
55:07
Shane goes on a global journey to discover how supermarkets have reshaped our lives and our planet.
The Ground Below
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54:52
Shane explores the Human Footprint of cotton, from ancient rocks to 21st-century politics.
The Urban Jungle
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54:41
Shane explores three thriving urban species and envisions a wilder future for our cities.
The Replacements
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54:50
Shane meets five species that made allies of humans.
Man's Best Friend
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54:52
Shane’s love of dogs turns to awe as he discovers their profound impacts on humans.
Top Predator
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54:53
From Yellowstone to Mozambique, discover the impact of the planet’s Top Predator: us.
Earth Month
Strangers In Paradise
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54:40
Shane tracks down four invasive species that make him reconsider what it means to belong.
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