The BEST episodes of Explorer season 2014
Every episode of Explorer season 2014, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Explorer season 2014!
Now in its third decade, National Geographic Explorer travels around the world exploring topical news stories. Hosted by Lisa Ling, Explorer visits locations with unique events and fascinating stories.
#1 - Inside the Green Berets
Season 2014 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/15/2014
The Green Berets are part of an elite division of the U.S. Army Special Forces. In a remote outpost in south-central Afghanistan known as Firebase Cobra, a group of Americans stand in the breach between the rule of law and the rule of terror. They are Green Berets, part of an elite division of the U.S. Army Special Forces, charged with protecting local civilians from the wrath of the Taliban. These elite soldiers navigate an unforgiving landscape, never certain from one minute to the next if they will make it back to the base alive. For this film, the Pentagon waived their 48-hour limitation on embedded media and allowed the National Geographic Channel to chronicle the lives of these war-hardened Americans for ten days. But their window will be tragically cut short by the costliest IED (improvised explosive device) explosion so far in the war in Afghanistan—killing two soldiers, wounding five others and injuring the NGC crew. The program provides a rare, up-close look at the sacrifices, challenges and deadly risks that American soldiers face on the front lines every day. The film is narrated by producer and director Steven Hoggard, who offers an intimate firsthand account of life on the base and under attack, including his own injuries from the deadly blast. The film also documents daily life for these soldiers, including the mundane passing of time inside the base; the danger-filled missions to surrounding villages; and even a historic gathering of tribal leaders seeking assistance against the Taliban who invaded their homes.
#2 - Anaconda, Queen of the Serpents
Season 2014 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/7/2014
Anaconda - the mere mention of its name brings images of an awesome and terrifying killer snake! For Dr. Jesus Rivas and his wife, Dr Sarah Corey, anacondas represent a challenge as they try to unravel the mysteries surrounding these massive reptiles. Like most snakes, anacondas have suffered greatly from exaggeration and scary folklore. Pound for pound, the South American anaconda is the world’s largest snake. But its reputation as a killer is wrapped in myth and legend.
#3 - James Cameron's Deepsea Challenge
Season 2014 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/26/2014
On March 26, 2012, James Cameron made a record-breaking solo dive to the Earth’s deepest point, successfully piloting a submarine nearly seven miles (11 kilometers) to the bottom of the Mariana Trench in the Pacific Ocean. This documentary chronicles the filmmaker and avid explorer’s groundbreaking diving expeditions in his custom “Deepsea Challenger” submarine.