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How to Survive: Man-Made Disasters

14 episodes 87%4KCC

When modern catastrophe strikes, every decision becomes a test of survival.

Explore practical survival strategies for accidents, failures, and modern threats through vivid worst-case scenarios. From nuclear war and asteroid impact to road emergencies and crowd danger, the series breaks down how people might respond when systems fail. Sign up to watch a smart, high-stakes guide that turns fear into useful knowledge.

Episode guide

14 episodes
1
1A.I. Predicts
Explore how artificial intelligence predicts risks and future threats, revealing how data and algorithms may help anticipate and respond to dangerous situations.
20 min
2
2It Happens Every Day
Examine everyday events that can quickly turn hazardous, showing how awareness and preparation can help prevent small incidents from becoming disasters.
27 min
3
3Close Calls
Real-life near disasters reveal how quickly situations escalate, highlighting the importance of fast thinking and practical survival skills in critical moments.
21 min
4
4Escaping Control
When control is lost, survival depends on quick decisions. Explore strategies for escaping dangerous situations and regaining control under pressure.
16 min
5
5Defying Gravity
From extreme environments to high-risk scenarios, discover how gravity challenges survival and what it takes to endure in situations where physics pushes limits.
19 min
6
6An Unstable Society
Examine the vulnerabilities in our modern society, exploring the factors that contribute to instability and the challenges faced when systems begin to unravel.
17 min
7
7Hidden Hazards
Uncover hidden dangers in everyday environments, from unseen hazards to overlooked risks that can suddenly become life-threatening.
18 min
8
8Drive
High-speed environments and dangerous roads test survival instincts, revealing how skill and awareness can mean the difference between safety and disaster.
21 min
9
9Escape Plan
Discover the critical thinking and planning needed to escape life-threatening situations—from accidents to high-risk encounters—where every second matters.
25 min
10
10Accidents Happen
From everyday mishaps to major accidents, discover how preparation and response can reduce risk and improve chances of survival.
18 min
11
11People Are Strange
Human behavior can create unexpected danger. Explore how unusual actions and decisions affect safety and survival in unpredictable situations.
18 min
12
12Chilling Predictions
Explore unsettling predictions about future risks, from environmental threats to technological dangers that could reshape how we live.
18 min
13
13Not Safe for Kids
Examine high-risk scenarios and dangerous activities that highlight the importance of awareness and caution in extreme situations.
20 min
14
14Death Row to World War
Delve into extreme human experiences, from incarceration to war, revealing how individuals endure and survive under the harshest conditions.
24 min
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