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The Hunt for Planet B premieres this Saturday, Nov. 20

"Since the beginning of time, we have wondered if we are alone in the universe," said Nathaniel Kahn, director of The Hunt for Planet B. The new CNN Film follows scientists as they build and plan for the December launch of NASA's Webb Space Telescope, a massive machine that will be able to peer more than 13 billion light-years into deep space, towards the very first stars and galaxies in the universe. 

"To be able to document the building of a machine that takes a giant step towards answering this question, and to get to know people who are dedicating their lives to this search, has been a high point of my career," Kahn said. "This mission demonstrates that by working together, we can solve even the most complex problems that face us on this planet."

Could there be life in space? Scientists hope this new tool will provide clues. 

Watch the trailer, read how the Webb telescope will change how we see the universe, and tune into the premiere on Saturday, November 20 @ 9 PM ET.

A Pulitzer finalist is on Lisa Ling's bookshelf this week 

While you're watching the new season of This is Life, make sure to open Keep Watching each Monday for hand-curated recommendations from host Lisa Ling! After seeing last night's episode "Gay Panic", Lisa recommends reading:

• The Deviant's War by Eric Cervini (This book is a 2021 Pulitzer Prize finalist in History and Cervini was featured in This is Life)

• The Lavender Scare by David K. Johnson

• Hoover's War on Gays: Exposing the FBI's "Sex Deviates" Program by Douglas M. Charles

• The Gay Revolution: The Story of the Struggle by Lillian Faderman

In the episode, LGBTQ+ individuals shared their stories with Lisa and explained the challenges they've faced in their lives and careers. Listen to a few of their stories here: 

• Helen Grace James: Booted from the Air Force for being gay, now she's speaking out 
• Rep. Ritchie Torres: "I lived in fear of violence and bullying" 
• Roxanne, a transgender woman: "I was a judge and I lost everything"

Watch the seventh episode of This is Life on Sunday, November 21 @ 10 PM ET. In "Osage: Reign of Terror", Lisa investigates the murders of wealthy Native Americans during the 1920's oil boom and witnesses how the descendants are fighting to revive what was nearly lost forever.

The real legacy of Diana, according to a royals expert

If you missed the season finale yesterday, you can still catch up! All six episodes of Diana are available to watch on demand via CNNgo and your cable provider until Tuesday, December 7. 

For more background on Princess Diana:

• Read an article by Max Foster - CNN anchor, correspondent and royals expert - who explains how Prince William and Prince Harry are living out her legacy. "We remember her love, strength and character - qualities that made her a force for good around the world, changing countless lives for the better."
• Watch this video showing how Diana crafted new image of a modern princess, someone with a voice and independence.
• Check out this Us Weekly piece featuring Diana executive producer Emma Cooper. "I think that even after [Diana's] separation in 1992, they still carried on doing engagements," Cooper said. "I don't think Diana ever really wanted to truly give up." 

Rediscover Parts Unknown, now available as a podcast 

One of your favorite series from CNN is now available as a podcast. Join world-renowned chef, bestselling author and Emmy winner Anthony Bourdain to rediscover Parts Unknown: little-known destinations and diverse cultures that make our global community more connected.

Start from the beginning in Myanmar, and listen through the series conclusion on the Lower East Side in New York City. Episodes from the series drop each Monday. Listen and subscribe to Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, CNN Audio or wherever you listen to podcasts.