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How An Ancient Ocean Shaped Us History

From ancient seas to fertile soils, evolutionary biologist Shane Campbell-Staton explores the remarkable journey that transformed the Cretaceous coastline into the fertile “Black Belt” region of the American South. He joins oceanographer Craig McClain, professor Sven Beckert, and geneticist Steven Micheletti to learn how millions of years of deposits shaped the events of Black American history.
Length 16:54 Premiere: 02/20/24

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Strangers in Paradise - S1 E1

Shane tracks down four "invasive species" that make him reconsider what it means to belong.

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Top Predator - S1 E2

From Yellowstone to Mozambique, Shane discovers the impact of the planet's top predator - us.

  • Sunday June 21, 2026 10:00 pm ET on KET2
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Man's Best Friend - S1 E3

Shane discovers why dogs are more than man's best friend - evolution has reshaped them into the perfect partner for our species.

  • Sunday June 28, 2026 10:00 pm ET on KET2
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