TV series
Science of action is described in several different daily routine activities like sports, stunts, adventures, and things that should not be done at home. This series shows videos of people hurting themselves and explains the science behind them.
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Science of Stupid premiered June 13, 2014. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Science of action is described in several different daily routine activities like sports, stunts, adventures, and things that should not be done at home. This series shows videos of people hurting themselves and explains the science behind them.
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Episode 1
In this episode host Ben Aaron explains the science behind how to avoid a ditch when cornering in a go-kart, dealing with the power of an outboard motor, and why jumping out of a plane without a parachute might not be the best idea, even if it is for a world record.
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Analyze epic fails, including why some people still don’t understand how to use bridges.
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Learn about the record-breaking attempt to kayak the highest waterfall.
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Learn the secret to carbonated drinks and their crazy bubbles.
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Understand why it is good to wait for concrete to cure before driving over it.
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See why biking along ridges can be extremely slippery, to say the least.
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See why your snowmobile may never forgive you for that 1600-foot cliff drop…
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Learn why it’s important to consider what is in front of you before accelerating a scooter.
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Understand why flying a helicopter near a power line is tricky, to say the least.
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Find out all the facial expressions you can make when eating ghost peppers.
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Seth HerzogSelf - Host
Ben AaronSelf - Host
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