

Dhani Tackles the Globe
2009–2010 · Travel Channel · 60 min · 2 seasons
S02E10 · Nepal
Tue, 22 June, 1:00 pm
Dhani Jones endures 8-hour days battling acclimatization and an endless uphill climb to the world¿s highest peak, Mt. Everest, located in the Himalayan kingdom of Nepal.
About
Dhani Jones will need more than shoulder pads where he's going. This NFL linebacker and Renaissance man is about to embark on a global sports odyssey that will take him anywhere with a scoreboard. By trying his hand at beloved national pastimes from around the globe, Dhani explores the way sports help to define culture. As a top athlete, Dhani will be able to demonstrate the thrills and challenges of each game by playing it himself. Off the field, Dhani immerses himself fully in each city, getting the locals' take on the best places to eat, drink, shop and sleep. Throughout his travels, Dhani finds the love of sports to be universal, providing common ground wherever he lands.
Episodes
- E01
Italy
Tue, 20 Apr· 60 minDhani embraces Italy's natural beauty through its national passion, cycling, as he trains with Olympic and professional cyclists to conquer the mountainous Monte Grappa.
- E02
Senegal
Tue, 27 Apr· 60 minIn an attempt to learn the country's national sport of lutte, a form of traditional wrestling, Dhani joins the prestigious stable of one of Senegal's most popular champions, the great 'Bombardier'.
- E03
Iceland
Tue, 4 May· 60 minDhani stops in Iceland, a small yet beautiful country littered with majestic waterfalls and legendary hot springs. Although small in population, Iceland hosts more champions in the sport of Strongman than any other nation. Dhani will put every single muscle in his body to the test as he trains with elite Icelandic athletes in preparation for a local Strongman tournament.
- E04
Jamaica
Tue, 11 May· 60 minWhether it's music, religion, or sports, Jamaicans have a unique approach to life. NFL linebacker Dhani Jones experiences first-hand what makes Jamaica so distinctive. Under the guidance of world-class cricket player Jimmy Adams, Dhani learns how to bat, bowl and field Jamaican style.
- E05
Croatia
Tue, 18 May· 60 minDhani dives into Dubrovnik, Croatia, the medieval walled city along the Adriatic Sea coastline, where he will learn from world class athletes and compete in front of 5,000 fans in the sport of water polo.
- E06
Scotland
Tue, 25 May· 60 minDhani tackles the ancient sport of the Highland Games. The games celebrate a thousand years of Scottish roots, and Dhani will test his limits not only in the games, but in eating Scotland's famed haggis.
- E07
Brazil
Tue, 1 June· 60 minDhani's adventures take him to Rio de Janiero, Brazil -- the Marvelous City -- as he tries to bump-set-spike his way through the sand volleyball courts of world famous Ipanema Beach.
- E08
South Africa
Tue, 8 June· 60 minDhani travels to the African continent's southern-most city to train with Premier Soccer League club, Ajax Cape Town. Off the pitch, the Bengal comes face-to-face with lions, leopards, and even a great white shark.
- E09
Mexico City
Tue, 15 June· 60 minDhani experiences Lucha Libra, Mexico's version of professional wrestling, and takes in the culture of Mexico City where he trains for his Lucha Libre match.
- E10
Nepal
Tue, 22 June· 60 minDhani Jones endures 8-hour days battling acclimatization and an endless uphill climb to the world¿s highest peak, Mt. Everest, located in the Himalayan kingdom of Nepal.









