Season 1
6 episodes · Sep 30, 2022
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S1E1Breaking the Pain Barrier
Sep 30, 202242mNo pain, no gain: A marathon in the desert, bullfighting, a brutal bicycle race and ice swimming push people to the brink, mentally and physically.
S1E2An Ancient Ritual
Sep 30, 202236mFrom a ritual war game to a nomadic hunting tradition, tests of bravery, skill and strength are fueled by the needs for food, survival and glory.
S1E3Rites of Passage
Sep 30, 202242mYoung men in Madagascar grapple with a zebu to enter adulthood as boys elsewhere try to master Kung Fu, sumo wrestling and reindeer racing.
S1E4In Pursuit of Perfection
Sep 30, 202243mA surfer sets out to ride a massive wave. A diver attempts a deadly plunge. A female racer in Palestine and a wheelchair bodybuilder create spectacles.
S1E5God's Playground
Sep 30, 202241mFrom mountaineering in the face of death to a game for a fruitful harvest, sports are spiritual experiences for those seeking signs from a higher power.
S1E6Big Business
Sep 30, 202241mA popular combat sport in Senegal provides a payday for many, while technology gives rise to games that rake in millions for players and gamblers alike.