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A Curious World (Season 1)

15 episodes 96%4KCC

Big questions, ancient wonders, and bold science in bite-sized bursts.

This short-form season explores a striking range of subjects, from gravity, the Pyramids, and human aging to the origins of life, the search for habitable worlds, ancient timekeeping, and weather control. Each episode distills complex ideas into sharp, engaging discoveries that reward curiosity and make signing up feel like an easy next step.

Episode guide

15 episodes
1
1Ancient Builders
This original, short-form show explores the engineering marvels created by ancient civilizations from the Pyramids to Machu Picchu.
8 min
2
2Beyond Gravity
This original, short-form show explores the force of gravity and its importance to our existence. What happens to the body in space? Can we ever truly live long-term outside of Earth's atmosphere and in zero gravity?
7 min
3
3Black Holes
This original, short-form show explores the reality of black holes and the most recent controversy surrounding the essence of their existence. Do we know what is at the bottom of a black hole?
9 min
4
4Human Migration
What new technologies and scientific breakthroughs are providing insights into the history of human migration? Geneticists are tracking strains of viruses and other diseases through our DNA to confirm ancient human migration routes.
6 min
5
5First Life On Earth
There are a number of new theories on the origins of life on Earth and other planets - which one is the most plausible? Explore the world of microorganisms and evolution at the molecular level.
7 min
6
6Changing Earth
How are plate tectonics changing land mass and reshaping the Earth? Is the Earth literally changing beneath our feet? This original short form show explores the way the Earth is still actively changing and the effects of those changes.
8 min
7
7Why Do We Dream?
This original, short-form show explores the world of dreams. Why do we need sleep? What does our brain do when we dream?
5 min
8
8Extraterrestrials
This short-form show explores the outer reaches of space to answer one of the great questions of all time: Are we alone in the Universe?
9 min
9
9Live Long & Prosper
This original, short-form show explores the potential to augment our human lifespan. How does the human body age?
6 min
10
10Super-Volcanoes
A recent study found that the eruption of a so-called "super-volcano" is hundreds of times more powerful a than conventional volcanic eruption. What are "super-volcanoes" and where are they found? What consequences could the eruption of one of these super-volcanoes have for the populations nearby?
5 min
11
11The Universe
This original, short-form show unravels the mysteries of the Universe. What is it made of?
9 min
12
12Time Tellers
This short-form show explores the earliest technologies that enabled humans to keep track of their day. Discover how ancient civilizations marked the passage of time.
8 min
13
13Traits
This original, short-form show dives into the science of personality. What traits most likely lead to success in life?
8 min
14
14Underwater Worlds
The ocean covers 70 percent of the Earth's surface, but scientists say they still know shockingly little about the mysterious, deep blue sea. What lies at the bottom of our oceans?
7 min
15
15Weather
Hurricanes, super storms and tornadoes all wreak havoc on human populations across the globe. Will we ever develop the technology to control extreme weather and minimize its damage?
7 min
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