The Incredible Journey

Jesus Christ may be the most famous person who ever lived. But how do we know he did? While billions of people believe Jesus was the most important figure in world history, many others reject the idea that he even existed at all. Join Gary Kent on a journey through the land of Israel as we follow in the footsteps of Jesus, and look at the top 10 discoveries related to him and consider the evidence to determine if Jesus was a real p...

Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a German theologian, is a Christian hero for many. Executed by the Nazis just days before the end of WWII for his participation in a plot to kill Hitler, Bonhoeffer is hailed as a 20th century martyr. But Bonhoeffer struggled with a moral dilemma – his religious views and the courage to face the evil around him. He chose to face possible imprisonment and execution and to remain faithful to the principles of his...

Ignaz Philipp Semmelweis was a Hungarian doctor, now known as an early pioneer of antiseptic procedures. Described as the "saviour of mothers", Semmelweis discovered that the incidence of puerperal, or childbed fever, could be drastically cut if doctors washed their hands before delivering babies in maternity wards. However, he was ridiculed and persecuted for his discovery and died an outcast. This program tells his amaz...

On the 20th of August 1860, laden with what seemed like a sea of camels, horses and supplies, the Victorian Exploring Expedition set off from Royal Park in Melbourne. The party, led by Robert O’Hara Burke was intent on chasing the ultimate and as yet unmet goal on the heart of every Australian explorer; to be the first to cross the continent from south to north. Pushing through inclement weather, sick animals, cantankerous team-mat...

In a dark and oppressive period of history under Roman rule, the early Christians faced torture, brutality and the threat of death. But they displayed a courageous and unyielding spirit. There was one thing they refused to do - denounce their faith. But what was it that gave them such unshakable conviction?

Join us as we explore their resilience, and uncover their untold stories of faith and courage.
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The siege of Jerusalem is best remembered for the horrors of famine that came with it. Thousands of people died of starvation and illness while those who struggled to survive did so at a terrible cost. Husbands turned on their wives; mothers cannibalised their children and people resorted to eating their shoes. Join us as we delve into this little-known chapter of history that serves as a chilling reminder of the horrors of war.

The birth of the Roman Empire was fraught with war and bloodshed. At the heart of the struggle lay the assassination of Julius Caesar on the Ides of March in 44 B.C at the hands of some of his most trusted friends. This was followed by a season of internal strife which culminated in the crowning of Caesar’s adopted son Octavian as Augustus Caesar, the first emperor of Rome. Rome went on to dominate the world, covering millions of s...

The most complicated and advanced computer on earth cannot be purchased in any shop. It is known as the most complex object in the universe today. This astonishing device is so unique and yet is responsible for storing and retrieving vast quantities of information, forming relationships with other people, adapting too rapidly changing circumstances, and amazingly can be accessed at a moment’s notice.  It is, of course, the human Br...

The Australian bushfire season of 2019 and 2020 was one of the worst in living memory. Millions of hectares of land were ravaged by the terrible firestorm and billions of animals were either displaced or destroyed. In an effort to rescue these vulnerable animals, veterinarians and carers across the countries worked tirelessly. But it wasn’t just human assistance that made a difference in the lives of some of Australia’s most vulner...

The First World War is infamous for its slaughter on the battlefields of Gallipoli, France and Belgium. We've all heard the terrible stories of soldiers caught in the war. Despite the horrors, Australian and New Zealand soldiers forged a legend built on their resourcefulness, bravery, and undying mateship, which helped bring the survivors through the conflict.

While the Anzac legend focuses on the heroic ordinary sold...

In March 1942, General Douglas MacArthur was forced to leave the Philippines. The Japanese were advancing rapidly and their forces appeared to be almost invincible. It seemed that all hope was lost. The Allied forces conceded victory to the Japanese and although MacArthur was reluctant, he finally agreed to escape to Australia. But General Douglas MacArthur vowed that he would return to the Philippines and liberate the country from...

This programme presents the little-known but important story of the Great Flood of Gundagai, in which a third of the inhabitants of the town perished. This story is one of great compassion and heroism, because it was a few of the Wiradjuri men who courageously saved a third of the townspeople from certain death. Despite their heroism, they were quietly forgotten until recently. This program invites people not to forget Jesus Christ...

William Carey and his family sailed to India in 1793. There he often faced hardship and sorrow, but he didn't abandon his mission and stayed for over 40 years. He oversaw more translations of the Bible than had been done in all previous Christian history combined. Life was never easy for William Carey. But he simply refused to quit, even when a devastating fire destroyed years of his literary work. His legacy has inspired coun...

The battle fought in and around Gettysburg, was the deadliest battle ever fought on U.S. soil. As Confederate soldiers approached Gettysburg on the first day of July, they were unaware that Union troops were already occupying the town. As opposing forces collide, a skirmish erupts almost by accident. It quickly escalates into the largest battle ever fought in the western hemisphere. Over the next three days, a total of 170,000 sold...

Dame Nellie Melba was one of the most celebrated opera singers of all time. She was the first Australian vocalist to achieve international stardom and her work was showcased at some of the most prominent opera houses of her time. But this wasn’t all she was known for. She was created Dame of the Order of the British Empire for her significant charitable work during World War I and she spent a great deal of her time teaching and inv...