PBS’s acclaimed series Human Footprint returns for its second season this Wednesday, June 25, at 9:00 PM ET, with an episode called Shelf Life. This opening hour takes a deep dive into an everyday institution: the supermarket, examining its widespread impact on our lives and the planet.
Host Shane Campbell-Staton, a scientist known for his keen observations, travels from the bustling aisles of New York City grocery stores to rural landscapes in Thailand. His goal is to understand the intricate connections between our food choices, global supply chains, and the wider environmental consequences. The series aims to provide a clearer picture of how human activity shapes the world around us.
Human Footprint consistently brings an analytical approach to often-overlooked aspects of daily life. This season’s first episode looks to shed light on how our consumer habits, driven by the convenience of modern grocery shopping, contribute to larger ecological trends. Campbell-Staton’s global perspective helps show the far-reaching effects of something as simple as a shopping trip.
Human Footprint: Shelf Life airs Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at 9:00 PM ET on PBS.
