A CuriousWorld

A Curious World

1 First Life On Earth 6:51
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.

2 Changing Earth 7:41
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.


3 Why Do We Dream? 5:23
This original, short-form show explores the world of dreams. Why do we need sleep? What does our brain do when we dream?

4 Extraterrestrials 8:50
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?

5 Live Long & Prosper 5:49
This original, short-form show explores the potential to augment our human lifespan. How does the human body age?

6 Super-Volcanoes 5:26
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?

7 The Universe 8:32
This original, short-form show unravels the mysteries of the Universe. What is it made of?

8 Time Tellers 7:37
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.

9 Traits 7:50
This original, short-form show dives into the science of personality. What traits most likely lead to success in life?

10 Underwater Worlds 6:46
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?

11 Weather 7:03
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?

12 Can We Colonize Mars? 8:49
34 million miles away from Earth at its closest, Mars still seems like the next achievable objective in interplanetary travel. What will it take for humans to get to Mars and establish an Earth-independent way of life? Scientists propose housing in lava tubes to changing Mars' atmosphere.

13 Ancient Builders 7:33
This original, short-form show explores the engineering marvels created by ancient civilizations from the Pyramids to Machu Picchu.

14 Beyond Gravity 6:33
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?

15 Black Holes 8:35
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?

16 Human Migration 6:28
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.