The Discovery Channel is a popular television network that airs and produces original documentaries. The programming is made up of science, technology, nature, history, travel, and adventure shows. These educational television shows allow people to maintain a curiosity for the world around them, by bringing the show right to their own living room. http://www.nytimes.com/1985/06/16/movies/cable-tv-notes-a-channel-with-a-difference.html?&pagewanted=all

Since, the premiere of this network, this non-fiction media company has become the most number one watched network on television. This network is now seen in 180 countries and has grown to over 1.5 billion subscribers. http://corporate.discovery.com/our-company/overview/

Additionally, the network is geared towards those people who are described as lifelong learners, who want to feel connected with the world around them. This networks programming seems to appeal to people of all ages, who like to watch educational programming. Furthermore, the network hopes to make a global impact, as they bring the world closer to those who live in it. http://impact.discovery.com/

Discovery Channel was founded by John Hendricks and is currently owned by Discovery Communications. The network was launched in 1985 to cable subscribers, but it has now grown into one of the most popular channels watched around the globe. The programming mission is to empower people, who want to explore their world from their living room. The network headquarters in Silver Springs, MD and they have grown to include over 100 television networks. These networks are seen worldwide and are educational, as well an entertaining to its loyal viewers. Some of these networks are: Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet, Science Channel, Investigation Discovery, Planet Green, Discovery Kids, and HD Theater. http://corporate.discovery.com/our-company/

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