Sand is the most mined resource in the world. But extracting it from lakes and rivers comes at a deadly cost — and could have dire consequences for the environment.

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00:00 - Introduction
01:13 - On The Way To The Quarry
02:13 - Mining In The Wouri River
05:37 - From Sand Miner To UFC Fighter
06:53 - The Business Of Sand Mining
08:00 - Environmental Consequences
09:43 - Impact On Fishing Industry
10:32 - Sand And Urbanization
11:36 - Mining In The Beki River
12:20 - Manufactured Sand
13:03 - Finding The Silver Lining
14:13 - Credits

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Why Sand Divers Risk Their Lives 300 Times A Day For The World's Most Mined Resource