Curiosity
Watch Curiosity Season 2
Episode 11
11. Sun Storm
aired: Sun, Dec 30, 2012
Curiosity presents: Our star is entering a new phase of violent activity But what do we really know about the sun and its inner workings? In a visual first, we create a virtual sun and set the world's solar scientists on an expedition through the sun.
Episode 10
10. X-Ray Yellowstone
aired: Sun, Dec 23, 2012
Curiosity presents:From predicting a volcanic eruption, to why wolves are decimating the elk population, Yellowstone researchers have many questions.New imaging technologies and live unfolding events, allow scientists to expose the wonders of this park.
Episode 9
9. What Destroyed the Hindenburg?
aired: Sun, Dec 16, 2012
Curiosity presents: There are dozens of theories about how Hindenburg blew in May 1937. Now, a team of aeronautical engineers will build 3 perfectly accurate 50 ft. replicas and put leading theories to the test to find what really destroyed Hindenburg.
Episode 8
8. Volcano Time Bomb
aired: Sun, Dec 9, 2012
Predicting volcanic eruptions is nearly impossible. Using CGI and the latest technologies, leading experts take us into the heart of a volcano to show how they work and reveal the latest methods that might help predict the next eruption.
Episode 7
7. Mankind Rising
aired: Sun, Nov 25, 2012
Captured in a single, animated time lapsed shot, and based on the latest archeological findings, we trace our epic journey from the first spark of life billions of years ago up to our present status as the most successful species on the planet.
Episode 6
6. Megastorm
aired: Sun, Nov 18, 2012
Hurricane Sandy is one of the most treacherous storms to hit the US. CURIOSITY goes on the ground with those who experienced the event first hand and uncovers how distinct phenomena combined to create the perfect storm and how to prepare for the next one.
Episode 5
5. Sex in America
aired: Sun, Nov 11, 2012
The Univ. of Indiana conducted the most thorough census of Americans' sex life since the 1940's. In partnership with the Kinsey Institute, Discovery Channel conducts exclusive research and experiments that explore what Americans are really up to in bed.
Episode 4
4. Brainwashed
aired: Sun, Oct 28, 2012
Are we truly in command of our own minds? To find out, a group of leading experts and researchers embark on an audacious experiment to see if ordinary people can be brainwashed and turned into assassins.
Episode 3
3. I Was Mummified
aired: Mon, Oct 22, 2012
One scientist is on a quest to answer an ancient mystery: how did the Egyptians perfectly preserve mummies? A terminally ill man offers up his body. Now, for the first time in over a millennium, researchers practice the art of mummification.
Episode 2
2. The Devil's Triangle
aired: Sun, Oct 14, 2012
Ships disappear, planes vanish into thin air. Researchers turn to science to explain the mysteries surrounding the Bermuda Triangle. Could methane bubbles, rogue waves or lightening be responsible? Scientists put all 3 theories to the ultimate test.
Episode 1
1. Plane Crash
aired: Sun, Oct 7, 2012
In a TV first, Discovery Channel remote control crashes a 727 plane into the desert...all in the name of science. With cameras and crash test dummies on board, leading experts attempt to capture a plane crash as it unfolds to help improve airline safety.
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Episode 14
14. Your Body on Drugs
aired: Sun, Nov 20, 2011
Robin Williams, who's experienced both the highs and lows of substance abuse, hosts a groundbreaking TV experiment. 4 heavy users on 4 of America's most abused drugs perform a series of physical tests to show exactly how drugs work.
Episode 13
13. What's America Worth?
aired: Sun, Nov 13, 2011
Ever thought how much America is worth? Imagine putting a dollar amount on everything in America -all the land, the resources under our feet, our homes, even the water we drink. For the first time, Donald Trump puts a value on it all.
Episode 12
12. Life Before Birth
aired: Sun, Nov 6, 2011
It's meant to be a joyous event - in reality, it's a gripping battle for survival. Using cutting edge technology, we go inside the womb and follow the story from conception to birth, showing how the struggle for life turns into the miracle of birth.
Episode 10
10. World's Dirtiest Man
aired: Sun, Oct 23, 2011
Mike Rowe (Dirty Jobs) becomes a human lab rat to learn firsthand to uncover the hidden world of creepy crawlies that live on the human body. Revealing a wild jungle of unseen creatures, you'll never look at your body the same way again.
Episode 9
9. Can You Live Forever?
aired: Sun, Oct 16, 2011
What would it be like to be immortal? It's the year 2967 and Adam Savage is 1000 years old. He reflects on his long life revealing how science in the 21st century transformed his body, creating a supercharged cyber-human, allowing him to live forever.
Episode 8
8. I, Caveman: The Great Hunt
aired: Sun, Oct 2, 2011
Morgan Spurlock ("Super Size Me") and his group continue their experiment to live in the wild only stone-age technology. Hunger and deprivation push the group to the brink of failure. Can a successful elk hunt save them?
Episode 7
7. I, Caveman: Back to the Stone Age
aired: Sun, Oct 2, 2011
Were we better off as cavemen? Morgan Spurlock ("Super Size Me") joins nine ordinary men and women in an attempt to survive in the wild using only stone-age technology. Cold, dehydration, and hunger threaten to derail the experiment from the start.
Episode 6
6. How Will the World End?
aired: Sun, Sep 18, 2011
The Mayans predict that time will end on December 21, 2012. But how likely is a global apocalypse from a scientific point of view? When, where and will it happen, if at all? Samuel L. Jackson hosts this CGI spectacular.
Episode 5
5. What's Beneath America?
aired: Sun, Sep 11, 2011
Everything which has made America bountiful and powerful is a product of forces which date back billions of years. How have earth's ancient forces made America what it is today?
Episode 4
4. What Sank Titanic?
aired: Sun, Aug 28, 2011
It's almost 100 years since the Titanic sank. We think we know the story but how much do we actually know? Drawing on detailed trial records that describe the sinking, we recreate both the science and human drama of one of history's greatest stories.
Episode 3
3. Why Is Sex Fun?
aired: Sun, Aug 21, 2011
Orgasm - one of the most intense pleasures. But what are orgasms actually for? In men, the answer's simple- reproduction. But women don't need an orgasm to get pregnant. With cutting edge science, Maggie Gyllenhaal hosts a revealing investigation.
Episode 2
2. Alien Invasion: Are We Ready?
aired: Sun, Aug 14, 2011
Aliens attacking Earth -- it's the stuff of sci-fi stories, but what if it really happened? Host Michelle Rodriguez (Avatar, Battle: LA) brings together top scientists and military strategists to dramatize what would happen if and when aliens attack.
Episodes
Episode 14
Curiosity: Your Body on Drugs
aired: Tue, Apr 3, 2012
Robin Williams, who's experienced both the highs and lows of substance abuse, hosts a groundbreaking TV experiment. 4 heavy users on 4 of America's most abused drugs perform a series of physical tests to show exactly how drugs work.
Episode 13
Curiosity: What's America Worth?
aired: Tue, Apr 3, 2012
Ever thought how much America is worth? Imagine putting a dollar amount on everything in America -all the land, the resources under our feet, our homes, even the water we drink. For the first time, Donald Trump puts a value on it all.
Episode 12
Curiosity: Life Before Birth
aired: Tue, Apr 3, 2012
It's meant to be a joyous event - in reality, it's a gripping battle for survival. Using cutting edge technology, we go inside the womb and follow the story from conception to birth, showing how the struggle for life turns into the miracle of birth.
Episode 11
Curiosity: How Evil Are You?
aired: Tue, Apr 3, 2012
Eli Roth, director of horror classic Hostel, is searching for the true nature of Evil. In a series of experiments, he examines what causes people to perform evil acts, then the daring test - could ordinary people perform acts of violence on strangers.
Episode 10
Curiosity: World's Dirtiest Man
aired: Tue, Apr 3, 2012
Mike Rowe (Dirty Jobs) becomes a human lab rat to learn firsthand to uncover the hidden world of creepy crawlies that live on the human body. Revealing a wild jungle of unseen creatures, you'll never look at your body the same way again.
Episode 9
Curiosity: Can You Live Forever?
aired: Tue, Apr 3, 2012
What would it be like to be immortal? It's the year 2967 and Adam Savage is 1000 years old. He reflects on his long life revealing how science in the 21st century transformed his body, creating a supercharged cyber-human, allowing him to live forever.
Episode 8
Curiosity: I, Caveman: The Great Hunt
aired: Tue, Apr 3, 2012
Morgan Spurlock ("Super Size Me") and his group continue their experiment to live in the wild only stone-age technology. Hunger and deprivation push the group to the brink of failure. Can a successful elk hunt save them?
Episode 7
Curiosity: I, Caveman: Back to the Stone Age
aired: Tue, Apr 3, 2012
Were we better off as cavemen? Morgan Spurlock ("Super Size Me") joins nine ordinary men and women in an attempt to survive in the wild using only stone-age technology. Cold, dehydration, and hunger threaten to derail the experiment from the start.
Episode 6
Curiosity: How Will the World End?
aired: Tue, Apr 3, 2012
The Mayans predict that time will end on December 21, 2012. But how likely is a global apocalypse from a scientific point of view? When, where and will it happen, if at all? Samuel L. Jackson hosts this CGI spectacular.
Episode 5
Curiosity: What's Beneath America?
aired: Tue, Apr 3, 2012
Everything which has made America bountiful and powerful is a product of forces which date back billions of years. How have earth's ancient forces made America what it is today?
Episode 4
Curiosity: What Sank Titanic?
aired: Tue, Apr 3, 2012
It's almost 100 years since the Titanic sank. We think we know the story but how much do we actually know? Drawing on detailed trial records that describe the sinking, we recreate both the science and human drama of one of history's greatest stories.
Episode 3
Curiosity: Why Is Sex Fun?
aired: Tue, Apr 3, 2012
Orgasm - one of the most intense pleasures. But what are orgasms actually for? In men, the answer's simple- reproduction. But women don't need an orgasm to get pregnant. With cutting edge science, Maggie Gyllenhaal hosts a revealing investigation.
Episode 2
Curiosity: Alien Invasion: Are We Ready?
aired: Tue, Apr 3, 2012
Aliens attacking Earth -- it's the stuff of sci-fi stories, but what if it really happened? Host Michelle Rodriguez (Avatar, Battle: LA) brings together top scientists and military strategists to dramatize what would happen if and when aliens attack.
Episode 1
Curiosity: Did God Create the Universe?
aired: Tue, Apr 3, 2012
Are the earliest moments of existence a question for science? Or religion? The world's most famous living scientist takes on the ultimate question: Did God create the universe?
