Non Fiction DVDs
How-Tos and documentaries. Everything from Qi Gong to Viking Warrior Women!
12 days of Tudor Christmas
2020
Lucy Worsley recreates how Christmas was celebrated during the age of Henry VIII, eating, drinking, singing, dancing and partying as people did 500 years ago. On each of the traditional twelve days of Christmas, Lucy reveals a different aspect of the festivities, uncovering fresh insights into the Tudor mind and casting a captivating new light on Christmas itself.
Capitalism a love story
2009
Michael Moore explores the root causes of the global economic meltdown and takes a comical look at corporate and political shenanigans. Along the way he tries to answer the question: What is the price that America pays for its love of capitalism?
For they know not what they do
2019
Looks at four faith-based families with LGBTQ children as they struggle with issues of scripture, sexuality, and identity.
Humboldt : the new season
2020
A look at how families, survivors, and a community pull together to heal after the devastating bus crash of their local hockey team.
If a tree falls a story of the Earth Liberation Front
2011
On December 7th, 2005, federal agents conducted a nationwide sweep of radical environmentalists involved with the Earth Liberation Front, an organization the FBI has called America's "number one domestic terrorism threat". This is the story of the group's rise and fall told through the transformation and radicalization of one its members, Daniel McGowan.
Inside job
2011
Provided is an analysis of the global financial crisis of 2008, which at a cost over $20 trillion, caused millions of people to lose their jobs and homes in the worst recession since the Great Depression, and nearly resulted in a global financial collapse. Through exhaustive research, and extensive interviews with key financial insiders, politicians, journalists, and academics, traces the rise of a rogue industry which has corrupted politics, regulation, and academia.
Let's talk menopause
2020
Dr. Tara Allmen provides the tools every woman needs to enter this phase of their lives triumphantly. Dr. Allmen and other women's health experts explain common symptoms, health risks, and therapeutic options. Also, women share their firsthand experiences, personal journeys, and successful strategies to effectively cope with perimenopause and menopause.
Science kids. Viruses, vaccines and COVID-19 : prepare and prevail.
2020
In the new 2020 high-definition program, young people will learn how to keep themselves safe from viruses like COVID-19. What is a virus and how does it spread? How do vaccines work? What is a pandemic? How using strategies from past pandemics to fight COVID-19? The answers to all of these questions and more are covered in-depth with detailed graphics, engaging examples, and video. On-screen, multiple-choice reviews at the end of each segment reinforce important concepts.
Seahorse : the dad who gave birth
2020
One trans man's pioneering quest to fulfill an age-old desire: to start his own family. Freddy yearns to start a family but for him, this ordinary desire comes with unique challenges. He is a gay transgender man. Deciding to carry his own baby took years of soul searching, but nothing could prepare him for the reality.
Seven worlds, one planet
2020
Millions of years ago, incredible forces ripped apart the Earth's crust, creating our seven continents, each with its own distinct climate, its own distinct terrain, and its own unique animal life. From the colorful paradise of South America to the scorching heat of Africa, this showcases the true character of each continent in turn and reveals just how it has shaped all life there.
Strong Medicine
2018
By weaving together Indigenous knowledges of culture and wellness and Western knowledge of HIV testing and treatment, this video shares accurate information about HIV testing and treatment. It encourages people to get tested and to start, resume or stay on HIV treatment for their own health and wellness. This video is a positive and supportive educational tool for all Indigenous people living with HIV and those affected by HIV.
Tegan & Sara
2020
When one feels pain, the other does. They can read each other's minds. They do everything together. These are just some of the misconceptions about identical twins that Tegan and Sara Quin want to change. W5 speaks with Canadian Indie pop duo Tegan and Sara as they reflect on coming out and discuss their work as LGBTQ ambassadors.
Viking warrior women
2020
It has always been thought that all Viking warriors were men, but new discoveries are challenging everything that to be known. Scientist and National Geographic Explorer Ella Al-Shamahi take on a quest, using cutting-edge science and technology to reveal evidence that elite Viking warrior women lived and fought more than 1,000 years ago.
We heard the bells : the influenza of 1918
2010
A documentary that explores the experiences of Americans during the influenza pandemic of 1918. The documentary features stories from survivors of the influenza pandemic that swept the United States in 1918, information about seasonal versus pandemic influenza, symptoms, immunizations, treatment, and research.
The year in science. 2020
2020
Get ready for exciting up-to-the-minute, high-definition video of the latest discoveries in the world of science. Whether it be the latest advances in technology or medical research, this video brings it to children courtesy of the National Science Foundation. Young viewers will be inspired, empowered and challenged.