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Discoveries Series: INDONESIA
EPISODE I: THE RAINBOW VILLAGE
By picking up a paintbrush, the people of the Indonesian village of Kampung Pelangi have transformed where they live from a slum to vibrant landmark. Join Nomad Jo as she explores Indonesia’s Rainbow Village.

EPISODE II: SPIRITUALITY
Indonesia recognizes six official religions, and around 245 non-official religions. How do they co-exist?

EPISODE III: ECO-TOURISM IN NORTHERN SUMATRA
Leuser National Park in Sumatra is the last place on Earth that rhinos, orangutans, elephants and tigers live side-by-side. But in the depths of the Sumatran jungle, Jo comes across land that is being extensively logged and cleared for palm oil plantations.

EPISODE IV: ISLAND LIFE ON KURIMUNJAWA
While many travelers head for Bali, there are countless unspoilt Indonesian islands just waiting to be explored. Follow Nomad Jo as she travels to Karimunjawa for a taste of island life.

EPISODE V: YOUTH CULTURE IN YOGYAKARTA
If Jakarta is the heart of the nation, powering the economy and industry, Yogyakarta is the soul, keeping the spirit of the nation in balance and harmony.

EPISODE VI: WASTE-FREE TRAVEL
Indonesia is facing a waste management crisis and the pressure from tourism is not helping. Nomad Jo discovers how we can take the first step in helping be part of the solution, and how we can reduce our travel footprint.
DIRECTOR: Jesse Chard
PRODUCER: Sean O'Reilly
EDITOR: Brendan Cain
DOP: Jack McAvoy

HOST: Jo Raj