Valencia F1 Street Circuit and Nou Mestalla | A Race to Nowhere [EP6] Maciej Białas 2021-01-31 | "The Spanish Error 404" is a series that looks into the economic crisis that struck Spain towards the end of the early 2000s, by visiting and analyzing one of its main causes - the property bubble. The series spanning multiple episodes consists of footage shot on site of some of the most infamous white elephants in Europe - missed investments that wasted either public or private money, where the latter often came from cheap credit offered by the banks before the crisis. Each of the episodes tackles a different example of the property bubble era investments, slowly completing the picture of what exactly happened in Spain some 10 years ago. It's a story of foolish investment optimism, corruption and pure stupidity on behalf of both the private sector and the government. Episode 6 of the series focuses on the abandoned F1 Valencia Street Circuit and Nou Mestalla - two incredible investments started in the 2000s. The first of the two was mothballed shortly after construction, with the latter standing half finished for more than a decade. Both of them serve as an eerie reminder of the "Golden Era" in Valencia, that ended abruptly in 2008. The series is funded, written and produced independently, and presents a researched, albeit private opinion. Music used in Episode 6 based on the CC license:The High Line by CausmicMuriel by Bobby RichardsJust Dance by Patrick PatrikiosFeels by Patrick PatrikiosVans in Japan by Buckeye BonzaiMusic was sourced from the YouTube Audio Library.Archive footage was sourced from F1 Official and other YouTube channels. #valencia #abandoned #urbex
a glimpse of japan | a short travel video Maciej Białas 2024-09-19 | 🇯🇵🌸 A cinematic journey through Japan – from the neon streets of Tokyo to the peaceful temples of Kyoto and the iconic views of Mount Fuji.Explore the contrasts of Japan in this short travel film featuring some of the country's most unforgettable destinations:🏙️ Tokyo – a city where futuristic technology meets traditional neighborhoods⛩️ Kyoto – historic temples, gardens and the heart of Japanese culture🍜 Osaka – famous for its street food and vibrant atmosphere🕊️ Hiroshima – a city of history, reflection and resilience🏯 Himeji Castle – one of Japan’s most impressive historic landmarks🗻 Kawaguchiko & Mount Fuji – breathtaking landscapes and iconic Japanese sceneryJapan is a country where ancient traditions, modern cities, incredible cuisine and natural beauty exist side by side. Whether you are planning a trip to Japan, looking for travel inspiration, or simply dreaming of exploring the world, this video offers a glimpse into the unique atmosphere of the Land of the Rising Sun.🌸 Discover Japan. Explore its culture. Experience its beauty.#JapanTravel #VisitJapan #ExploreJapan #Tokyo #Kyoto #Osaka #Hiroshima #HimejiCastle #MountFuji #JapanTrip #JapanVacation #TravelFilm
DZIEDZICTWO JĄDROWE - FUKUSHIMA DAIICHI [2024 | Wizyta w Elektrowni Fukushima Daiichi] Maciej Białas 2024-08-02 | 🛠️ W marcu 2011 roku byłem uczniem gimnazjum, zafascynowanym technicznymi aspektami energii jądrowej. W tamtym czasie, gdyby ktoś zapytał mnie o różnice między RBMK, CANDU, BWR, ABWR itd., dałbym wszechstronny przegląd, odnośnie tego co jest czym.🌊 Los chciał, że marzec 2011 roku to także miesiąc, który uczynił niepozorną elektrownię jądrową Fukushima Daiichi w Japonii znaną na całym świecie, czyniąc z niej godnego konkurenta dla innej elektrowni - tej w Czarnobylu. Trzęsienie ziemi Tōhoku i tsunami, a także wybuchy wodoru i stopienie rdzeni w Fukushimie Daiichi przyciągnęły wtedy moją uwagę. Bardzo dobrze pamiętam, że byłem przyklejony do papierowej gazety (czas leci, prawda?) każdego ranka podczas długiej jazdy autobusem, aby chłonąć najnowsze wiadomości z Japonii, czekając niecierpliwie na rozwój wydarzeń.⏳ Przenieśmy się w czasie do kwietnia 2024 roku, kilka tygodni po 13. rocznicy wspomnianych wydarzeń – dnia, kiedy w końcu spojrzałem w pustkę budynku ochronnego reaktora nr 1 w elektrowni Fukushima Daiichi. Przyjechałem do Fukushimy 1 kwietnia, aby udokumentować stan elektrowni, strefę wykluczenia i szybko znikające miasteczka, które zostały pospiesznie ewakuowane, gdy reaktory jeden po drugim zaczęły zawodzić kilkanaście lat wcześniej.🌟 Mam nadzieję, że ten krótki film dokumentalny, któremu poświęciłem znaczną część ostatnich kilku miesięcy, da Wam pewien wgląd w to, jak to jest stanąć twarzą w twarz z miejscem, które prawdopodobnie jest domem najgorszej (lub drugiej najgorszej, w zależności od tego, jak na to spojrzymy) katastrofy jądrowej na świecie.Spis rozdziałów:00:00 Wstęp01:59 Rozdział I - Droga do Fukushimy07:16 Rozdział II - Elektrownia Fukushima Daiichi28:35 Rozdział III - Śmierć i Narodziny [Futaba]36:30 Zakończenie
Inside Fukushima Daiichi: The Nuclear Disaster Zone Maciej Białas 2024-07-18 | What is it like inside Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant in 2024?In March 2011, I was a middle school student fascinated by nuclear engineering. I could spend hours explaining the differences between RBMK, BWR, ABWR, CANDU, and PWR reactors, and like millions around the world, I became captivated by the events unfolding at Fukushima Daiichi after the Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami.Every morning on my bus ride to school, I followed the latest developments in newspapers, watching as the hydrogen explosions, reactor meltdowns, and evacuation of Fukushima became one of the defining news stories of the decade.Thirteen years later, in April 2024, I had the opportunity to visit Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant myself.This documentary follows my journey through Fukushima Prefecture, inside the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station, and into the towns surrounding the former exclusion zone. From standing just meters away from Reactor Unit 1's secondary containment vessel to exploring Futaba, one of the communities evacuated after the disaster, this film documents both the immense decommissioning effort and the remarkable recovery taking place across the region.Rather than focusing only on the disaster itself, this documentary explores how Fukushima is changing today, what remains of the exclusion zone, and what it's like to visit one of the most significant nuclear accident sites in history.If you're interested in nuclear energy, engineering, Japanese history, disaster recovery, urban exploration, or documentary filmmaking, I hope this film offers a unique perspective on a place few people ever get to see.If you enjoyed the documentary, consider liking the video, subscribing, and sharing your thoughts in the comments.Chapters00:00 Intro01:59 Road to Fukushima06:40 Inside Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant28:00 Futaba – Birth and Rebirth35:49 OutroKeywords: Fukushima Daiichi, Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, Fukushima 2024, Fukushima documentary, Fukushima nuclear disaster, Fukushima exclusion zone, Fukushima tour, Fukushima reactor, Reactor Unit 1, TEPCO, Great East Japan Earthquake, 2011 tsunami, nuclear power, nuclear engineering, radiation, decommissioning, Japan documentary, Japan travel, Futaba, nuclear energy, Chernobyl comparison.
Abandoned Highway in Madrid | MP-203 [EP8] Maciej Białas 2023-12-23 | "The Spanish Error 404" is a series that investigates the economic crisis that struck Spain towards the end of the early 2000s, by visiting and analyzing one of its main causes - the property bubble. The series spanning multiple episodes consists of footage shot on site of some of the most infamous white elephants in Europe - missed investments that wasted either public or private money, where the latter often came from cheap credit offered by the banks before the crisis. Each of the episodes tackles a different example of the property bubble era investments, slowly completing the picture of what exactly happened in Spain some 10 years ago. It's a story of foolish investment optimism, corruption and pure stupidity on behalf of both the private sector and the government. Episode 8 of the series focuses on MP-203, a 12-kilometer long highway that was built at a cost of 70 million Euros and lacks a connection to the R-3 for which it was supposed to be a feeder-road. The series is funded, written and produced independently, and presents a researched, albeit private opinion.
Ciudad Valdeluz | Barrio Fantasma 2022 [EP7] Maciej Białas 2022-06-11 | "The Spanish Error 404" is a series that looks into the economic crisis that struck Spain towards the end of the early 2000s, by visiting and analyzing one of its main causes - the property bubble. The series spanning multiple episodes consists of footage shot on site of some of the most infamous white elephants in Europe - missed investments that wasted either public or private money, where the latter often came from cheap credit offered by the banks before the crisis. Each of the episodes tackles a different example of the property bubble era investments, slowly completing the picture of what exactly happened in Spain some 10 years ago. It's a story of foolish investment optimism, corruption and pure stupidity on behalf of both the private sector and the government. Episode 7 of the series focuses on Ciudad Valdeluz, one of the many urbanizations that were performed in Spain. This particular one is special though, being one of the most unfinished and abandoned ones, as well as because it's close to the capital of Spain - Madrid. The show returns to this failed urban experiment after nearly three years, to see whether or not anything has changed on site. The series is funded, written and produced independently, and presents a researched, albeit private opinion. Music used in Episode 7 based on the CC license:Digifunnk - DivKidMusic was sourced from the YouTube Audio Library and the personal website of Josh Woodward (www.joshwoodward.com)
Tranvía de Vélez-Málaga | Abandoned Tram [EP5] Maciej Białas 2020-05-02 | "The Spanish Error 404" is a series that looks into the economic crisis that struck Spain towards the end of the early 2000s, by visiting and analyzing one of its main causes - the property bubble. The series spanning multiple episodes consists of footage shot on site of some of the most infamous white elephants in Europe - missed investments that wasted either public or private money, where the latter often came from cheap credit offered by the banks before the crisis. Each of the episodes tackles a different example of the property bubble era investments, slowly completing the picture of what exactly happened in Spain some 10 years ago. It's a story of foolish investment optimism, corruption and pure stupidity on behalf of both the private sector and the government. Episode 5 of the series focuses on the Vélez-Málaga tram- a waste of some 30 million EUR in public funds. The tram operated between 2006 and 2012, and remains closed to this day, after years of problems, low ridership and political debacle. The line sits abandoned entirely, with the infrastructure decaying more and more each day, and it's yet unknown if it will ever be saved. The series is funded, written and produced independently, and presents a researched, albeit private opinion. Music used in Episode 5 based on the CC license:Puffer by Rondo BrothersI Feel Like Partying Right Now by Nat Keefe & BeatMowerBro Time by Nat Keefe & BeatMowerMusic was sourced from the YouTube Audio Library and the personal website of Josh Woodward (www.joshwoodward.com)Archive footage was sourced from PSOE Vélez-Málaga and Ayuntamiento de Vélez-Málaga YouTube channels. #malaga #abandoned #urbex
Metrovalencia T2 | Abandoned Metro [EP4] Maciej Białas 2020-04-13 | "The Spanish Error 404" is a series that looks into the economic crisis that struck Spain towards the end of the early 2000s, by visiting and analyzing one of its main causes - the property bubble. The series spanning multiple episodes consists of footage shot on site of some of the most infamous white elephants in Europe - missed investments that wasted either public or private money, where the latter often came from cheap credit offered by the banks before the crisis. Each of the episodes tackles a different example of the property bubble era investments, slowly completing the picture of what exactly happened in Spain some 10 years ago. It's a story of foolish investment optimism, corruption and pure stupidity on behalf of both the private sector and the government. Episode 4 of the series focuses on a metro line in Valencia - the infamous T2/T10, which was abandoned after the crisis after all sources of possible funding for it dried out. After years of deterioration and negligence works were restarted and the line will slowly be built, piece by piece, section by section. It's yet an another example of erroneous spending at the worst possible time for the Spanish economy.The line finally opened in early 2022, marking the end of the story told in this video.The series is funded, written and produced independently, and presents a researched, albeit private opinion. Music used in Episode 4 based on the CC license:Complicate ya by Otis McDonaldMosquito Mojito by Rachel K CollierContact by The Tower of LightMusic was sourced from the YouTube Audio Library and the personal website of Josh Woodward (www.joshwoodward.com)#valencia #abandoned #urbex
ICELAND - the adventure Maciej Białas 2019-12-29 | Iceland - a place where there are more sheep than there are people, a place where the weather is unpredictable to the point that four seasons pass in less than an hour, but most importantly, a place astonishing and captivating like no other. This video serves a short recap of a trip to Iceland that took place in November of 2019. Music:Mountain Bird - DreamSound effects were sourced from the YouTube Audio Library.
Spain - The Eternal Fiesta Maciej Białas 2019-10-20 | 5 months, more than 6000 kilometers by car, many more by plane and over 30 days on the road in two countries - this sums up the wildest, most travel rich period in my life. This video serves as a recap of those moments and places that opened my eyes on a part of the world that did not only feel like home, but was exactly that - a true and welcoming place to live. Music used licensed via Musicbed. Sound effects were sourced from the YouTube Audio Library.
Ciudad Real Aiport | El Vuelo Olvidado [EP3] Maciej Białas 2019-08-11 | "The Spanish Error 404" is a series that looks into the economic crisis that struck Spain towards the end of the early 2000s, by visiting and analyzing one of its main causes - the property bubble. The series spanning multiple episodes consists of footage shot on site of some of the most infamous white elephants in Europe - missed investments that wasted either public or private money, where the latter often came from cheap credit offered by the banks before the crisis. Each of the episodes tackles a different example of the property bubble era investments, slowly completing the picture of what exactly happened in Spain some 10 years ago. It's a story of foolish investment optimism, corruption and pure stupidity on behalf of both the private sector and the government. Episode 3 of the series focuses on the infamous Ciudad Real International Airport - of of the most recognizable white elephants of the pre-crisis era. Built towards the end of the first decade of the 2000s, this airport stands deserted and, up until mid-2019, without a license to operate as an airport. Join the series on a tour of the location and an explanation of the fundamental mistakes made when planning this investment. The series is funded, written and produced independently, and presents a researched, albeit private opinion. Music used in Episode 3 based on the CC license:The Shining in Dubai by Unicorn HeadsMission to Mars by Audio HertzMusic was sourced from the YouTube Audio Library.
Abandoned Housing Developments | Dreamsellers [EP2] Maciej Białas 2019-06-22 | "The Spanish Error 404" is a series that looks into the economic crisis that struck Spain towards the end of the early 2000s, by visiting and analyzing one of its main causes - the property bubble. The series spanning multiple episodes consists of footage shot on site of some of the most infamous white elephants in Europe - missed investments that wasted either public or private money, where the latter often came from cheap credit offered by the banks before the crisis. Each of the episodes tackles a different example of the property bubble era investments, slowly completing the picture of what exactly happened in Spain some 10 years ago. It's a story of foolish investment optimism, corruption and pure stupidity on behalf of both the private sector and the government. Episode 2 of the series focuses on three distinct residential investments – Fortuna Hills near Murcia and two on the island of Gran Canaria. They all share a very similar story – that of selling dreams to the dreamers, that would never get what they paid for in hefty deposits. The episode also provides a general outlook on the effects of these construction projects, and offers a literal on-site experience of them. DISCLAIMER – The actions performed in this video are dangerous and shall by no means be replicated in any way or form by anyone. Any attempt at their repetition might be considered to be criminal trespassing and may result in a serious injury. The author is not to be held liable for damages arising from thereof. The series is funded, written and produced independently, and presents a researched, albeit private opinion. Music used in Episode 2 based on the CC license:Djinn by Francis PreveLight Years Away by Doug MaxwellContact by The Tower of LightFlecks of Light by The Tower of LightDecision by The Tower of LightMusic was sourced from the YouTube Audio Library.
Ciudad Valdeluz | Barrio Fantasma [EP1] Maciej Białas 2019-05-14 | "The Spanish Error 404" is a series that looks into the economic crisis that struck Spain towards the end of the early 2000s, by visiting and analyzing one of its main causes - the property bubble. The series spanning multiple episodes consists of footage shot on site of some of the most infamous white elephants in Europe - missed investments that wasted either public or private money, where the latter often came from cheap credit offered by the banks before the crisis. Each of the episodes tackles a different example of the property bubble era investments, slowly completing the picture of what exactly happened in Spain some 10 years ago. It's a story of foolish investment optimism, corruption and pure stupidity on behalf of both the private sector and the government. Episode 1 of the series focuses on Ciudad Valdeluz, one of the many urbanizations that were performed in Spain. This particular one is special though, being one of the most unfinished and abandoned ones, as well as because it's close to the capital of Spain - Madrid. The series is funded, written and produced independently, and presents a researched, albeit private opinion. Music used in Episode 1 based on the CC license:Anxious by SextileCrimson by SextileRevolution Now by Josh WoodwardMusic was sourced from the YouTube Audio Library and the personal website of Josh Woodward (www.joshwoodward.com)
flight | lot Maciej Białas 2018-10-15 | When you only have a couple of minutes to meet, why not do so in the air? To answer that question I bring to you the direct response, drafted by an aspiring pilot from Poland. Join us on a short flight around the EPWS airport in Szymanów.Filmed in Szymanów, Poland, a village next to the city of Wrocław.----Kiedy na spotkanie masz tylko kilka minut, dlaczego nie spotkać się w powietrzu? Odpowiedź na to pytanie dostarcza pewien młody pilot z Polski. Poleć z nami na krótki lot dookoła lotniska EPWS w Szymanowie.Nagrano w Szymanowie, Polska, miejscowości w okolicach Wrocławia.----Realizacja: Maciej Białas & Matt ŻymłaDźwięk: Ta-ku - We Were in LoveFACEBOOK ► facebook.com/mjbialasINSTAGRAM ► http://instagram.com/bialasmaciej
crete | kreta Maciej Białas 2018-09-24 | A short film documenting our trip to Crete, Greece in August of 2018, during which we traveled more than 1500 kilometers to discover the most remote places on the island.Filmed on Crete, including Kalami, the Skinakas Observatory, Heraklion, Hania, Phalasarna, Elafonisi and many more. ----Krótki film z naszej podróży na Kretę w sierpniu 2018, w trakcie którego przejechaliśmy ponad 1500 kilometrów, aby zobaczyć najbardziej odległe zakamarki tej wyspy. Nagrano na Krecie m.in. w Kalami, Obserwatorium Skinakas, Heraklionie, Chanii, Phalasarnie i Elafonisi. ----Realizacja: Maciej Białas & Karolina PawiłowiczDźwięk: ODESZA - A moment apartFACEBOOK ► facebook.com/mjbialasINSTAGRAM ► http://instagram.com/bialasmaciej
Bułgaria 2017 [rePlay] Maciej Białas 2016-11-18 | Wraz z końcem roku wracam do tego, co miało w nim miejsce. Najbliżej i najłatwiej przypomnieć sobie wrzesień i niezwykle skoczny wyjazd... Powracam więc do Bułgarii i tym razem korzystam ze znacznie szerszej, bardziej rozwiniętej i kreatywnej palety tego, co udało się tam nagrać.
Pendolino w 5 Minut! Maciej Białas 2015-03-02 | #pociągnienawiści #bigblueseat2k15 - czas na nowy odcinek i nową jakoś w Big Blue Seat! Dziś opowiadamy o pociągu Express Intercity Premium, który ma za zadanie rozpocząć erę kolei dużych prędkości w Polsce. Na chwilę obecną zbiera on jednak więcej batów niż pochwał, dlatego też wzięliśmy go na "warsztat". Co z tego wynikło? Zapraszamy do oglądania! Znajdź nas Facebooku! facebook.com/bigblueseatMuzyka z http://incompetech.com oraz Agrofox Sound Cloud; licencja royalty-free. Hitman - Kevin MacLeodHyperfun - Kevin MacLeodPhlex - Take Me Home Tonight (feat. Caitlin Gare)Zdjęcia pochodzą z serwisu Wikimedia Commons.Licencja Creative Commons.
160 Ton Bezpieczeństwa - Samoloty w pięć minut! Maciej Białas 2014-12-18 | Czy kiedy wsiadasz na pokład samolotu, przed oczami pojawiają się Tobie różne czarne wizje? Czy widzisz rakiety, ziemię, czy słyszysz już dźwięki kolizji? Jeśli tak, to ten film jest dla Ciebie. W pierwszym polskim (!) odcinku Big Blue Seat opowiemy dlaczego samolot nie rozleci się podczas podróży i o tym co dokładnie chroni pasażera 35000 stóp w powietrzu. Oglądajcie i pamiętajcie o subskrybowaniu - tym sposobem nic z naszego programu Was nie ominie. Znajdźcie nas Facebooku! facebook.com/bigblueseatMuzyka z http://incompetech.com; licencja royalty-free. Killing Time - Kevin MacLeodLicencja Creative Commons.
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