Episodes
Taipei
The political, economic and cultural capital of Taiwan is growing and modernizing at an exorbitant rate, but it's the small traditional neighbourhoods that reveal more about the soul of the city. (1 of 13)
Dakar
Known as the metropolis of West Africa, Dakar is a lively city and magnet for youth from all over the African continent. (2 of 13)
Rome
Traveling through Rome's underground makes one realize this chaotic city was built on an exceptional past. (3 of 13)
Valparaiso
Valparaíso suffered greatly with the opening of the Panama Canal, but in recent years it has experienced an urban renewal, a liveliness that can be felt all over the city. (4 of 13)
Budapest
Budapest is an architectural paradise and an eclectic metropolis. Thermal baths found throughout the city play an integral part of daily life. (5 of 13)
Philadelphia
Its diverse neighbourhoods prove that Philadelphia isn't just a simple manufacturing town. It's a vibrant city where public art plays a unique role in the urban landscape. (6 of 13)
Glasgow
Glasgow's transition into a modern metropolis has had an unexpected effect: a renewal of interest in the old city. (7 of 13)
Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur's culturally rich urban centre has experienced incredible growth, allowing it to foster an original and innovative array of architecture. (8 of 13)
Additional Broadcast Dates:
Thu Aug 24, 7:00pm
Thu Aug 24, 11:00pm
Fri Aug 25, 6:00pm
Sat Aug 26, 3:00pm
Sun Aug 27, 11:00pm
Mon Aug 28, 3:00am
Montevideo
Even though Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, remains divided between the haves and the have-nots, the city is united by its progressive vision of the future. (9 of 13)
Additional Broadcast Dates:
Thu Aug 31, 7:00pm
Thu Aug 31, 11:00pm
Fri Sep 1, 6:00pm
Sat Sep 2, 3:00pm
Sun Sep 3, 11:00pm
Mon Sep 4, 3:00am
Nantes
The decline of its naval base could have meant the demise of this small city on the Loire River. However, Nantes was able to bounce back and reinvent itself as a creative capital. (10 of 13)
Additional Broadcast Dates:
Thu Sep 7, 7:00pm
Thu Sep 7, 11:00pm
Fri Sep 8, 6:00pm
Sat Sep 9, 3:00pm
Sun Sep 10, 11:00pm
Mon Sep 11, 3:00am
Toronto
Often thought of as Canada's economic powerhouse, Toronto is fast becoming a vibrant cultural capital. (5 of 11)
Additional Broadcast Dates:
Thu Sep 14, 7:00pm
Thu Sep 14, 11:00pm
Fri Sep 15, 6:00pm
Sat Sep 16, 3:00pm
Sun Sep 17, 11:00pm
Mon Sep 18, 3:00am
Athens
The birthplace of Western philosophy and the Olympic Games, Athens is an ancient city that has always been at the heart of the action. (12 of 13)
Additional Broadcast Dates:
Thu Sep 21, 7:00pm
Thu Sep 21, 11:00pm
Fri Sep 22, 6:00pm
Sat Sep 23, 3:00pm
Sun Sep 24, 11:00pm
Mon Sep 25, 3:00am
Portland
Residents protect their natural surroundings by getting around on bikes and buying locally grown products, making Portland a unique and liveable city. (13 of 13)
Additional Broadcast Dates:
Fri Sep 29, 6:00pm
Sat Sep 30, 3:00pm
