Showing posts with label Science Channel. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Science Channel. Show all posts

Friday, March 21, 2025

Space's Deepest Secrets - What Can a Total Solar Eclipse Tell Us About the Sun?

Length: 8:36
Description: Total solar eclipses are a powerful - and for some, emotional - event to witness that shows our connection to nature and the cosmos. Even though they happen on Earth around every 18 months, catching one can sometimes be difficult. But when they are observed from Earth, what can we learn about the Sun from them?

Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Mysteries of the Abandoned - The "Thing" on Hell Mountain

Length: 10:10
Description: A massive, alien-like fortress built into a mountainside is the central node to a network of pipelines that race outwards like tentacles; behind-the-scenes access reveals the secrets of why this strange complex was built and why it was abandoned.

Monday, March 17, 2025

How the Universe Works - Artificial Intelligence: The Next Step in Our Evolution?

Length: 9:48
Description: There are billions of stars in our galaxy, with billions of planets circling them. But, as far as we know, only one planet has life: Earth. By uncovering how life conquered Earth, we may find out if life can conquer the universe. But if we're ever going to find out, humanity itself may have to evolve.

Sunday, March 16, 2025

How It's Made - St. Patrick's Day Special: Gold, Bagpipes and More!

Length: 20:15
Description: Gold isn't the only thing you'll find at the end of a rainbow! Learn how bagpipes, bowler hats, and more are made!

Thursday, March 13, 2025

How It's Made - A Two Hour Get-Ready-for-Spring Marathon!

Length: 2:04:30
Description: Spring is right around the corner! Gear up for warmer weather by watching how these Spring items are made!

00:00: Playground Spring Riders (S11E6B) (2013)
04:57: Lemon Tarts (S14E1B) (2016)
10:01: Lavender Essential Oil (S11E10C) (2013)
14:59: Lawnmowers (S4E7C) (2006)
19:57: Paddle Boats (S9E21C) (2011)
24:55: Fresh Cut Flowers (S2E8A) (2005)
29:41: Garden Forks (S10E1A) (2012)
34:38: Lawn Bowls (S8E5B) (2010)
39:36: Bicycle Seats (S12E11D) (2014)
44:34: Fishing Line (S13E3A) (2015)
49:30: Fly Fishing Reels (S7E23A) (2009)
54:28: Compost (S2E18B) (2005)
59:16: Bicycle Tires (S10E20D) (2012)
01:04:13: Kevlar Canoes (S6E25B) (2009)
01:09:12: Playground Equipment (S9E26C) (2012)
01:14:10: Kites (S3E13B) (2006)
01:19:08: Shovels & Spades (S9E17D) (2011)
01:24:07: Mountain Bikes (S12E13A) (2014)
01:29:06: Irrigation Sprinklers (S13E15C) (2015)
01:34:10: Wooden Kayaks (S4E7B) (2006)
01:39:08: Composite Bicycle Wheels (S10E13D) (2012)
01:44:05: Kayak Paddles (S13E19D) (2015)
01:49:10: Electric Scooters (S10E15D) (2012)
01:54:07: Aluminum Bike Wheels (S9E4D) (2011)
01:59:05: Decorative Eggs (S6E8B) (2008)

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Mysteries of the Abandoned - Ancient Roman Ruins Within the English Countryside

Length: 10:10
Description: On the border of England and Scotland sits Vindolanda, at the northern edge of what was once the Roman Empire. This land was one of mystery to the Romans...especially about who may be residing further north. To keep the northern tribes out, the ruthless Roman emperor Hadrian built a massive wall that spanned from coast to coast. But what purpose did Vindolanda serve to this massive feat of engineering?

Friday, March 7, 2025

Mysteries of the Abandoned - A Nuclear Fallout Bunker Hiding in Plain Sight

Length: 9:49
Description: Near the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, a mysterious bunker lies right beside the highway. Who built this, and more importantly, who or what was it built to protect?

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Space's Deepest Secrets - Can We Colonize Space?

Length: 8:28
Description: The human race has always longed to explore the next frontier, and for many, they believe that next frontier is having people permanently living in space.

Tuesday, March 4, 2025

How It's Made - Pre-Packaged Sandwiches and Fish Replicas

Length: 10:16
Description: See how your quick, on-the-go lunch sandwich was produced and how your big catch at sea becomes a permanent part of your decor!

Monday, March 3, 2025

How the Universe Works - Explaining Saturn's Rings

Length: 8:00
Description: Saturn is the second-largest planet in the Solar System, featuring a complex system of rings and moons that have captivated us for centuries. But where did Saturn's rings come from? How old are they? And how exactly are they staying in place?

Mysteries of the Abandoned - An Iron-Producing Giant Born Out of the Civil War

Length: 9:36
Description: In the wake of the Civil War, the Sloss Furnaces were built in Birmingham, Alabama. Its history is one that shows the beginning of the New South Movement where industry would grow in the South to avoid relying on goods coming down from the North. However, what remains of the site shows a structure of racial hierarchy and segregation that was still common in the aftermath of the Civil War. This segregation, both at the Sloss Furnaces and in the city of Birmingham, would put the city on the international stage as a key center for the Civil Rights Movement.

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Space's Deepest Secrets - Can We Stop Asteroids from Hitting Us?

Length: 9:17
Description: Meteors are a deadly threat for our planet, including some invading our atmosphere in the not-so-distant past. However, new technology may provide a way for Earth to fight back when they attack.

Monday, February 24, 2025

How It's Made - Smart Electric Meters and Blue Stilton Cheese

Length: 10:16
Description: See how smart electric meters are manufactured and how blue Stilton cheese is produced!

Friday, February 21, 2025

Mysteries of the Abandoned - The Abandoned Pirate Capital of Jamaica

Length: 9:20
Description: An abandoned coastal town in Jamaica has left behind imposing walls, cannons and more...but what were they protecting? And who were the people defending it? A city once steeped in indulgence and vice, its abandonment might be linked to Jamaica's geological history.

Thursday, February 20, 2025

How the Universe Works - Dark Matter vs. Dark Energy

Length: 8:53
Description: Since the dawn of time, two invisible forces, dark matter and dark energy, have been locked in an epic battle for control of the cosmos. At first, dark matter controlled the early universe, helping build stars, galaxies, and the cosmic web. Five billion years later, dark energy became the universe's most powerful force and will determine the fate of all creation.

Saturday, February 15, 2025

How It's Made - Top Hats, Newspapers, Fountain Pens & More for Presidents' Day!

Length: 1:00:33
Description: See how items you may associate with past, present and future presidents are created!

00:00: Top Hats and Bowler Hats (S9E25A) (2011)
04:47: Horse-Drawn Carriages (S1E11A) (2005)
09:45: Stamps (S4E10C/D) (2006)
19:41: Fountain Pens (S7E11D) (2009)
24:41: Tea (S11E5A) (2013)
29:38: Lapel Pins (S3E9B) (2006)
34:36: Fireworks (S1E10D) (2005)
40:06: Newspapers (S1E22D) (2005)
45:30: Collectible Coins (S2E2D) (2005)
50:41: False Teeth (S1E25B) (2005)
55:25: Pre-inked Stamps (S2E15A) (2005)

Friday, February 14, 2025

Mysteries of the Abandoned - Secret Caves Filled with Pagan Arts and Debauchery

Length: 8:41
Description: An abandoned system of caves was once the meeting place of a secret society that worshiped Satan and performed black magic, and new discoveries at this mysterious site reveal what really happened here and why a Founding Father was a frequent guest.

What on Earth? - Most Mysterious Formations on Earth

Length: 21:00
Description: Embark on an adventure as we unravel the captivating stories behind Earth's most mysterious formations.

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Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Mysteries of the Abandoned - Ghostly Secrets in a Haunted West Virginia Prison

Length: 9:54
Description: A haunted prison with a terrifying past once housed America's most notorious criminals, but today, the fortress stands in ruin, and experts reveal evidence of ghostly secrets hidden in the crumbling jailhouse walls.

Saturday, February 8, 2025

Space's Deepest Secrets - Searching the Galaxy for Life on Other Planets

Length: 9:14
Description: Astronomers and researchers are on the hunt for the groundbreaking discovery that confirms extraterrestrial life. Using state-of-the-art technology like the Kepler telescope, scientists have examined thousands of exoplanets in search of another Earth. Is one closer than we think?