Apparently, the Medici were first among the finer Italian families to perfect the subtle art of offering deals people could not refuse. "The Medici: Godfathers of the Renaissance" happily works the double entendre in its title through all its nuances and ramifications. In its less sinister interpretations, "The Medici: Godfathers of the Renaissance" gives ample testimony to the family's lavish patronage and promotion of the arts and sciences, dragging Europe kicking and screaming out of "the dark ages." The Medici revolutionized banking, commerce, diplomacy, and empire building. It was in that empire-building thing that the term "godfathers" took-on its more sinister connotations. In just four hours of spectacular footage shot on 16mm film, the PBS filmmakers quicken Paul Strathern's best-selling book, creating a suspense thriller out of reliable historical data. In its promotional materials, PBS mastered understatement, suggesting "Travel back in time to see the real human stories behind the European Renaissance and the family that bankrolled it." Had it been HBO, the same thought would have read something like, "Witness the sinister intrigues, the stone-cold violence, and the intensely sexual illicit relationships that drove the first Italian crime family to prominence." Even that description would fall a little short of the super salaciousness built into the story of how "the Medici family would rise to rule Europe"¦ Using charm, patronage, skill, duplicity and ruthlessness, they would amass unparalleled wealth and unprecedented power."

"John Adams" is a seven-part miniseries that aired on HBO in 2008. The series is based on the life of John Adams, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States and the second president of the country. The show follows Adams' life from the time he was a young lawyer to his role in the American Revolution, the creation of the United States, and his presidency.

The Chernobyl miniseries is a television drama that tells the story of the Chernobyl disaster, which occurred on April 26, 1986, at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine. The show focuses on the events leading up to the explosion, the immediate aftermath, and the subsequent investigation into the cause of the disaster. It also portrays the personal stories of the people who were involved, including the firefighters, plant workers, and government officials.

"15: A Quinceañera Story" is a four-part documentary series that premiered on HBO in 2017. It follows the lives of five Latina girls as they prepare for their quinceañera, a traditional coming-of-age celebration in Latin America. The series explores the rich cultural traditions of the Latino community and the challenges that these girls face as they navigate their teenage years.

"Deadly Women" is a television series that airs on the Investigation Discovery network. The show explores real-life cases of women who have committed murder or other violent crimes. The series uses interviews, reenactments, and archival footage to tell the stories of these women and the crimes they committed.

Taboo TV show is a documentary series that premiered in 2002 on the National Geographic Channel. The program follows "taboo" rituals and traditions practiced in some societies, yet forbidden and illegal in others. Each Taboo TV show contains hour long episode details a specific topic, such as marriage or initiation rituals, and explores how such topics are viewed throughout the world. Taboo TV show generally focuses on extreme viewpoints; in the sense that they are the most misunderstood, despised, or disagreed upon in the world.