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The Biggest Reason To Feel Hopeful About Climate Change

Season 2 Episode 1 | 13m 02s

Join Joe in this exploration of a true titan of modern engineering: the world's largest crane. With a lifting capacity of 5,000 tons, this giant ring crane at Rotterdam's Mammoet headquarters is a true powerhouse that plays a crucial role in the renewable energy revolution, building massive offshore wind turbines that help combat climate change. And yes, they may let Joe drive it.

Aired: 06/19/24
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The relationship between Rudolf Nureyev and legendary ballerina Margot Fonteyn.
Explore key military technologies in the American colonies’ fight for freedom.
Trixie cares for a single mother recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital.
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