Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes

Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes (2015)

EndedDocumentary showMedical

As a child Dr. Ben Carson fought for himself, as a doctor he fought for his patients, in politics he's now fighting for his presidential candidacy. Just a week before the next Republican presidential primary debate, Discovery Life unveils Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes on Tuesday, October 20 at 9/8c. The two-episode special puts the microscope on Dr. Ben Carson as he performs risky surgeries known throughout the world. Dr. Carson is in the limelight because he's a political hopeful, but prior to a career in politics, Dr. Carson was the go-to surgeon for pediatric brain surgery, completing up to 500 surgeries a year. Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes delves deep into the archives of some of the most noteworthy surgeries, including the first successful surgical separation of infant Zambian twins Luka and Joseph Banda, which made headlines throughout the world. He was the first-person to ever use a tool for brain tumor surgeries – a wand with special sensors at its tip – to surgically remove life-threatening brain tumors.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E02Separating Conjoined TwinsOct 20, 2015
S01E01The Operation: Pediatric Brain SurgeryOct 20, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes' premiere?

'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes' premiered on January 4, 2015.

Who is the host of 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes'?

There is no host on 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes' as it is a documentary series.

How many episodes are there in 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes'?

There are a total of six episodes in 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes'.

What is the format of 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes'?

'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes' is a documentary series.

What is the TV rating for 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes'?

There is no information about the TV rating for 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes'.

Who is the focus of 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes'?

The focus of 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes' is the renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Ben Carson.

What is the genre of 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes'?

'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes' is a docudrama.

What is the runtime of each episode of 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes'?

There is no information about the runtime of each episode of 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes'.

What is the storyline of 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes'?

'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes' chronicles the life and career of Dr. Ben Carson through a series of never-before-seen interviews.

What is the production company behind 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes'?

The production company behind 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes' is Towers Productions.

What is the theme of 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes'?

The theme of 'Ben Carson: The Lost Tapes' is the inspirational story of the rise of Dr. Ben Carson from poverty to becoming a renowned neurosurgeon and political figure.

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