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The Garden: Commune or CultThe Garden: Commune or Cult
Discovery, 2023 Running | Drama, Reality, Documentary | ► Trailer
Rating: 1/5

An infamous off-grid community that went viral on social media for disturbing allegations is now the subject of a six-part limited series.  On 22 acres of back-country land in the American South lies The Garden - a community that lives by its own laws, free from the pressures of modern society. They maintain an open-door policy to anyone seeking to join their ranks, but new people must submit to an initiation period. Some barely last a week, others are forced to leave, and a chosen few will call The Garden home for good. Questions continue to arise about the cult-like vibes of the controversial community, but this spring is different. Cameras have been granted unprecedented access to The Garden, documenting its spread to new locations deep in the Ozarks. Founded as a cooperative, "leaderless" community, The Garden could be viewed as a post-apocalyptic wonderland free of societal rules. However, when potential members arrive, they quickly realize there's more than meets the eye. New initiates include Tyler, a veteran and self-described doomsday prepper; Tisheila, a truck driver survivalist; "Oak," who wants to toughen up after years behind a desk; and Jessica, a former cheerleader looking to reconnect with nature.  These newcomers have ten days to prove to The Garden that they have what it takes to be part of the community. Did they join a commune working towards a sustainable, off-grid way of life? Or have they just surrounded themselves with members of a mind-controlling cult?


Tiny LuxuryTiny Luxury
HGTV, 2015 On Hiatus | Reality

This is a reality TV show that follows a build-and-design team from Tiny Heirloom Homes, an Oregon City-based company, as they create tiny luxury homes that are 150- to 440-square feet.


Tiny ParadiseTiny Paradise
HGTV, 2017 Cancelled/Ended | Reality, Documentary

In Tiny Paradise, couples build tiny homes in idyllic locations. From a glass house on the beaches of Mexico to a Colorado mountain retreat designed out of a sheep wagon, these adventurous homeowners follow their dreams to build their own small slice of paradise.


Kevin McCloud's Man Made HomeKevin McCloud's Man Made Home
Channel 4, 2012 Cancelled/Ended | Housing/Building, Documentary

The show follows Kevin as he buys himself a piece of woodland, roll up his sleeves and attempts to build himself a cabin in the woods.


BenFogle Make a New Life in the CountryBenFogle Make a New Life in the Country
Channel 5, 2020 On Hiatus | Reality, Documentary
Rating: 5/5

Join Ben Fogle as he explores the lives of brave Brits who have traded their city jobs for a simpler life in the countryside. Experience the ups and downs of starting anew as these individuals pursue their dreams of self-sufficiency and a more fulfilling existence.


River Cottage AustraliaRiver Cottage Australia

After more than 15 years on his English River Cottage farm, Hugh is heading to the other side of the world in search of someone ready to take on the challenge of becoming a self-reliant farmer in a rural location. Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall will pass everything he's learned to a willing "Aussie" disciple- Paul West. Paul will has the same passion and verve for living off the land, he will take on Hugh's good living principles and build on them, he will take forward the message of River Cottage and lay the ground for a sustainable future in Australia


Kevin McCloud: Escape to the WildKevin McCloud: Escape to the Wild
Channel 4, 2015 Cancelled/Ended | Travel, Lifestyle, Documentary | ► Trailer

With cities becoming more crowded, and our lives very stressful, Kevin McCloud attempts to discover whether a simpler life out in the wild could make us happier. He travels to different remote destination to see how others have built their lives and dwellings against the odds.


Container HomesContainer Homes
HGTV, 2016 Cancelled/Ended | Reality

We're crisscrossing the country following builders who are giving their clients the homes of their dreams, out of shipping containers. From simple, affordable tiny homes to a luxurious, tricked-out complex made up of over a dozen containers, there's no end to the creativity of these custom box homes. In each episode of "Container Homes", viewers will be on the edge of their seats to find out what happens when these builders give up traditional design and start thinking inside the box.


Ranch to TableRanch to Table

Seventh-generation cattle rancher and entrepreneur Elizabeth Poett tackles the work of running her family's 14,000-acre ranch while crafting regional dishes using her own fresh ingredients.


Extreme HomesExtreme Homes

The word "extreme" means different things to different people, and to these homeowners it means pushing the envelope as far as possible. From construction to completion, take an up-close look at some of the world's most spectacular houses ever built - including a modern Italian castle, a seaside house made of refrigerator panels, a floating home that was a ferry boat and a spherical house that revolves with the sun - and find out what makes them all so unique.


Room to ImproveRoom to Improve
RTE ONE, 2007 Running | Housing/Building, Reality

Presented by architect Dermot Bannon, Room to Improve is about changing how we live through design and adaptation in simple ways without spending vast amounts of money.


Growing FloretGrowing Floret

Erin and Chris Benzakein have spent the last decade building their family-run business, Floret Farms, in the fertile Skagit River Valley of Washington State. Now, they're risking everything to add and rehabilitate 24 new acres and expand the business.


Matt Baker: Our Farm in the DalesMatt Baker: Our Farm in the Dales
MORE4, 2021 On Hiatus | Documentary
Rating: 3/5

Matt Baker and his wife and kids move back to the organic sheep farm where he grew up in the Durham hills to help secure its future.


The Laundry GuyThe Laundry Guy
HGTV, 2021 On Hiatus | Housing/Building, Reality

Life is messy and stains happen - and that's where THE LAUNDRY GUY comes to the rescue. Patric Richardson is an expert in getting out everything from red wine to rust using natural products and household staples, while following the tried and true methods handed down by his beloved granny. It's an emotional journey for Patric and his clients as together, they tackle stains on sentimental items - from wedding dresses, to lucky jerseys, to heirloom furniture and even beloved childhood toys - with stunning results. Chock full of heart and filled with tips you can put to use in your own laundry room, THE LAUNDRY GUY proves everything comes out in the wash - you'll see.


Escape to the Farm with Kate HumbleEscape to the Farm with Kate Humble

Join Kate Humble on her farm in Monmouthshire and experience the joys of rural life. From caring for animals to growing produce, this series is a celebration of sustainable living. Escape to the Farm with Kate Humble is a heartwarming and informative show that will inspire you to reconnect with nature. Learn about the challenges and rewards of farming in modern times.


River CottageRiver Cottage
Channel 4, 1999 Cancelled/Ended | Cooking/Food, Documentary

In 1999 Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall decided to quit the bustle of London and take on the life of a smallholder at River Cottage, a former gamekeeper's cottage in Dorset. The aim: self-sufficiency; to grow his own vegetables and raise his own animals for food. Over the years several series have been produced covering his experiences and watching his rural empire grow.


China: Nature's Ancient KingdomChina: Nature's Ancient Kingdom
BBC America, 2021 Cancelled/Ended | Documentary

The world's largest conservation project has been created in China. Discover the breathtaking wildlife hidden inside its stunning national parks. This stunning series opens with China's mountainous terrains, where foxes, antelopes, and snow leopards thrive in harsh conditions. It then moves to dense forests that host the extraordinary snub-nosed monkeys and iconic giant pandas. Finally, on the fringes of the city, people must make space for nature and find a way to live alongside some spectacular animals. With 20% of China designated as protected land, how are the Chinese people adapting to their country's conservation efforts? And could this landmark project inspire similar projects across the globe?


MasterClass: Ron Finley Teaches GardeningMasterClass: Ron Finley Teaches Gardening
Other, 2020 Cancelled/Ended | Housing/Building, Documentary

When Ron Finley first grew a garden on a curbside dirt strip, he got cited-and then a warrant was issued for his arrest. He fought back, got the laws changed, and started a movement. Now the community activist and self-proclaimed "Gangster Gardener" is teaching you how to grow your own food, keep your plants alive, and find beauty and freedom in gardening no matter the size of your space. Start planting a revolution.


Marcus Wareing's Tales from a Kitchen GardenMarcus Wareing's Tales from a Kitchen Garden

Marcus Wareing steps back from his hectic schedule to spend more time expanding his smallholding in East Sussex with the help from the country's very best British producers.


Kirstie's Fill Your House for FreeKirstie's Fill Your House for Free
Channel 4, 2013 Cancelled/Ended | Family, Lifestyle, Arts & Crafts, Documentary

The show follows Kirstie Allsopp as she takes over a shop in Glasgow and fills it with furniture that's all been sourced for free. Each week two families are helped to transform their homes, and shown that with some clever sourcing and upcycling, things can be obtained for a lot less than they would cost if purchased new.


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