The Incredible Journey

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...

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 grea...

It might be surprising to many, but the first Europeans to settle in Australia were actually petty criminals or, as they were known then, convicts. It may seem like a tragic beginning, but these prisoners took the opportunity to be exiled to a faraway land to start a new life. From a struggling and starving penal colony, they began to build a nation. There are many stories of courage, resilience,...

For thousands of years, the same yellow sun has risen over the vast collection of people that we have come to call India in the last century. The term country doesn't seem to capture it. Twenty-eight states — more like Twenty-eight countries — with many traditions, languages, and styles stretching over a geography that varies from the soaring Himalayas to the steamy Bay of Bengal. And yet, wi...

Bert Hinkler was a pioneering aviator, innovator, and designer. He is credited with being the first person to fly solo between England and Australia and was the recipient of numerous accolades. Hinkler’s passion was aviation. From a young age, he was fascinated by flight and the aerodynamics that surrounded it. When he was just 19, he invented his first flying machine which he took for a spin near...

How many times have you heard the hymn “Amazing Grace?”  It’s the most popular song in history, sung over 10 million times each year.  Ever wondered where it came from?  Hear the incredible story in our new program, “The Slave Trader – Amazing Grace.” It was written by a notorious blasphemer, a rebellious shipman, a slave trader, who later became a church minister, and an abolitionist who fought p...

On Christmas Eve each year in Austria, thousands of people in Salzburg and the surrounding areas gather together in churches. Their worship services end with the carol “Silent Night”, sung in its original German form. The simple charm of this centuries-old melody has made it a popular hymn for many years. Join Pastor Gary Kent as he pieces together the clues that tell us the mysterious origins of...

On 26 September 1943, a group of six men paddled their folding canoes quietly into the Singapore harbour. All around them, the harbour bustled with activity, but they silently slipped undetected between the massive ships berthed along the docks. They were agents of Special Unit Z deployed by the Allied forces to sabotage shipping inside the Singapore harbour, which was occupied by Japanese forces....

This program is about something men tend to think of as highly complex: the inner workings of women. Most men have burned up lots of energy trying to figure out what a woman wants, what makes her tick, what’s on her mind, and how to make her happy. Well, there’s good news, success is more straightforward than people think. After years of research, Shaunti Feldhahn shows that women can actually be...

There are significant dates that are etched in our collective memories, and one of these dates is 22 November 1963. At 12:30 pm, a gunshot rang out that reverberated right around the world. Years after John F Kennedy’s assassination, people are still captivated by the event that happened on Elm Street in Dallas, Texas. As a young man, J.F.K survived WWII and received a Purple Heart for bravery, on...

Owers’ Corner, about 50km from Port Moresby, the capital of Papua New Guinea, is visited by thousands of Australian pilgrims every year, yet it is not a church. It is forever consecrated in the hearts of Australians, yet it is not Australian soil. It is Australia’s most important military victory, yet it’s relatively unknown. Our men at Kokoda represented the very best of not just Australian value...

In 2015 Queen Elizabeth II became the longest-reigning monarch in British history, exceeding the tenure of her great-great-grandmother, Queen Victoria. And then 7 years later in 2022, Queen Elizabeth II celebrated another milestone—a 70-year reign—a Platinum Jubilee. She was loved and admired by many and was the longest-reigning English monarch ever. She was an anchor for her nation and the Common...

In her desperate search for freedom, Mary of Magdala was drawn to Jesus’ inspirational message. It changed her life and got rid of her demons. She witnessed the Crucifixion. She was present at the tomb. She was the first person to see Jesus alive after His resurrection, and the first to tell others about it. But still, we seem to know so little about Mary of Magdala. To find out more, watch our pr...

What makes our planet unique is that it is teeming with life. As humans, we like to get near these magnificent animals, to watch and admire them in their natural habitat. But many of these animals are not only spectacular but are unpredictable and dangerous; they might look cute and cuddly but could kill you in mere seconds. This program takes us on a journey into the wild in search of the world’s...

Time is the most valuable asset we have. All of us get the same amount of time every week – 168 hours. Often, the difference between people who make their lives count and those who don’t is how they respect and manage their time. The highest achievers manage their time exceptionally well. With the right time-management skills, life becomes easier, because good time management lets you work smarter...

Henry Lawson was one of Australia’s most celebrated literary giants. Best known for his stark and striking poetry and short stories, Lawson’s raw depictions of life in the Australian bush strike a chord in the hearts of anyone who reads his work. Unlike his contemporary Banjo Paterson, whose romanticised portrayals of bush life have captured the hearts and imaginations of so many, Lawson strove to...

Imagine a world full of kindness. A world where kindness is passed on and people care about each other. Where success is measured in selfless acts and kindness is the way of life. Showing kindness makes our world a better place. But more than that, it improves our relationships, makes us happier, and changes our lives.

Addiction is an intense craving for something that you know is bad for you, but you just can’t seem to stop – somehow this thing has gotten a hold on you without you realising it, and now it has you strongly in its grasp.  We long for that state of euphoria and pleasure, so keep coming back for more, only to discover that the more we indulge, the less fulfilled we feel! If you're searching fo...

In 1986, the Thylacine, commonly known as the “Tasmanian Tiger” was officially declared extinct by the Tasmanian Government in Australia. Despite this, over 3000 sightings have taken place since the last one supposedly died in 1936, triggering countless numbers of adventure seekers, trackers, and amateur hikers into the Tasmanian wilderness for a chance at fame and fortune. But the real tragedy is...

Marathons, along with Ironmans, are two of the toughest athletic endeavours on the planet. The ultimate test of strength and endurance. They're considered by most as barely possible, but not for the Team Hoyt, father-son duo. What makes this duo so special is that Rick, the son, was born with cerebral palsy, and is quadriplegic. And so, his father, Dick, pushes and pulls him in specialised wh...

Arthur Stace is one of the legends of Sydney, and the most powerful preacher the city has ever known. Yet his sermons were only one word long: the word “eternity,” written half a million times on the sidewalks of the city. This is the story of how eternity found him and elevated him above a life of rejection, alcoholism, and crime. Stace’s life was dramatically transformed by the message of eterni...

Fraser Island has had many names. To its native Badtjala people, it is known as K’gari. When European settlers first happened upon the island, they named it Great Sandy Island. Then, after a particularly dramatic incident involving a shipwreck, a damsel in distress, and a timely rescue, the island was rechristened Fraser Island, in memory of Eliza Fraser and her adventures there. Join us as we lea...

Florence Nightingale was born into a life of wealth and privilege, in an age when women were expected to simply marry, have children and not do much else. But in response to a call from God, Florence dedicated her life to helping the sick – unheard of in Victorian England. In the Crimean War, she saved countless lives and came back a hero, sought after by royalty and governments around the world....

When contemplating the great manmade wonders of the world, we're filled with admiration and astonishment at the human genius behind these marvellous creations. In this episode, we're going to consider the mastermind behind them all, the source of this human genius, a true wonder of wonders, the human brain. Every one of these manmade wonders had its origin in a human brain. In fact, with...

In 1979, archaeologist Gabriel Barkay peered into the semi-darkness of an ancient burial cave in the heart of Jerusalem. What he saw caused his heart to race with excitement. He had entered a long-lost world never intended to be seen by human eyes. Surrounding him were dozens of grinning skeletons – ancient Israelites, dead for thousands of years. And there was treasure, fabulous treasure, includi...