Discovery Channel HD Thursday

How skateboards are manufactured and braided pastry produced, and how techniques have changed with the passage of time

The manufacturing process behind plasma gems are manufactured and a look at how special effects snow is made

Atz Lee and Jane rush to the aid of a neighbour who has lost access to fresh water on her homestead. Elsewhere, Charlotte takes measures to protect her herd from predators

Otto and Eivin fight to douse a raging coal fire on Kilcher beach that threatens the homestead. Meanwhile, Atz Sr attempts an unconventional bear hunt

Ed tackles the dangers of Botswana's Okavango Delta in southern Africa. He's stranded with nothing - no food, no water, not even a knife, buy has to cope for 10 days

Ed Stafford tries to survive in extreme environments. He is marooned in a rainforest in Venezuela, and he tries to cope for 10 days without food or water

Carl would love to own a classic Fiesta RS Turbo, but he spends all his spare cash on his family. Mike is willing to take a big gamble to secure this dream car

The guys try to hunt down a classic Nissan Patrol for surfer Kerry. She hands over her daily motor, a VW Touran, which breaks down en route to the garage

Johnathan sets mile-deep pots and pulls up a mystery species. Jake's niece gets injured on the Saga, and Clark takes the helm in Sig's wheelhouse

Mandy's shocking news forces Sig and Clark to reconsider their decision to keep fishing. Jake teams up with Rip but powerful Aleutian tidal currents cause crossed lines

Rick's landlord demands 50 ounces of gold by the end of the week. Plus, an unexpected visit to Tony's Indian River claim brings devastating news

Parker goes ditch digging on his Dominion Creek claim. Tony finally gets his first gold of the year. Rick prospects for a new cut to keep his season alive

A couple want to build an underground home in Denver. They want it to be solar powered, open-plan and they want to make sure there is plenty of light

At the Port of Algeciras, a man tries to drive away while the Civil Guard inspect his lorry. Plus, officers question suspected drug mules in Barcelona

At Madrid Airport, a husband storms off when his wife can't pay their tax bill. Plus, the Civil Guard uncovers fake branded clothes and jewellery

Mike gets his hands on a car that has evaded him for decades, a Mark 1 Ford Transit. Elvis is delighted - until he realises everything he needs to do

In Yorkshire, an old factory mill is demolished. Meanwhile, in south Wales scrap materials are recycled, and in Essex an artist makes a metal manta ray

Matt's tactics spark tension. Survivalists must craft primitive axes. The physical and mental strain of the challenge sends a competitor home

Follows the interventions of the Security and Customs Services at the borders of Spain who are under the constant threat from drugs, weapons, and suspected terrorists.

Follows the interventions of the Security and Customs Services at the borders of Spain who are under the constant threat from drugs, weapons, and suspected terrorists.

Documentary following the efforts of illegal whiskey brewers, providing an insight into their lifestyles

Matt's tactics spark tension. Survivalists must craft primitive axes. The physical and mental strain of the challenge sends a competitor home

After a difficult end to last season's list racing, the 405 agree to a list shakeup, meaning everyone loses their spot on the list and has to race to earn a new place

Stunning 'blow apart' CGI animation and the latest archaeological investigations reveal how the most iconic buildings of the ancient worlds were built, stone by stone

Buying goods from home

Buying goods from home

More everyday items are put under the microscope, featuring how three-wheel electric bikes are manufactured and skin cream is made

More everyday items are put under the microscope, featuring how Wild West holsters are manufactured and water video housings are made