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Sound

00:00-01:00

Steven Johnson looks at the people and innovations throughout the history of sound.

00:00-01:00 Sound

Steven Johnson looks at the people and innovations throughout the history of sound.

Child Prodigies and Geniuses

01:00-01:30

These young people have come up with some amazing inventions. Where does their talent come from?

01:00-01:30 Child Prodigies and Geniuses

These young people have come up with some amazing inventions. Where does their talent come from?

When Science Revolutionises the Show

01:30-02:00

Robots and special effects have been around for a long time. Now they are becoming even more spectacular! Discover the science behind them.

01:30-02:00 When Science Revolutionises the Show

Robots and special effects have been around for a long time. Now they are becoming even more spectacular! Discover the science behind them.

The Trouble With Space Junk

02:00-03:00

This documentary looks at the threat from space junk and joins the scientists and engineers searching for ways to clean up the debris.

02:00-03:00 The Trouble With Space Junk

This documentary looks at the threat from space junk and joins the scientists and engineers searching for ways to clean up the debris.

Cold

03:00-04:00

Steven Johnson looks at the people and innovations throughout the history of refrigeration and air-conditioning.

03:00-04:00 Cold

Steven Johnson looks at the people and innovations throughout the history of refrigeration and air-conditioning.

04:00-04:05 Monster

Mily and Juliette spot a monster in the park. While running away, they realize they left their school bags behind … Should they go back?

04:05-04:15 Believe in yourself

Mily has been appointed team leader of her basket ball team but wonders if she has what it takes to lead her team to victory.

04:15-04:30 Lemon Meringue Pie

The crowning glory of a lemon meringue pie is the fluffy, foamy topping. Link present tips for ensuring volume in the egg whites.

Rotation

04:30-05:00

Phil looks at the different forces that make things spin. He shows how to make a gyroscopic whirligig and a Magnus Effect flyer.

04:30-05:00 Rotation

Phil looks at the different forces that make things spin. He shows how to make a gyroscopic whirligig and a Magnus Effect flyer.

05:00-05:10 Meteorologist

Mikaela meets meteorologist Ross to discover the science behind weather predictions and how to deliver the forecast on TV.

05:10-05:20 Chocolate Maker

Mikaela meets chocolate-maker Samantha and learns how to turn a cocoa bean into delicious chocolate.

05:20-05:30 Rubik's Cube

This puzzle has become the best-selling toy of the 20th century. How did a simple idea become a global brand? How to solve it in 5 seconds?

Visual Perception

05:30-06:00

You'll never know what is hiding behind or beneath the images you see. First impressions may last, but remember, they aren't always right!

05:30-06:00 Visual Perception

You'll never know what is hiding behind or beneath the images you see. First impressions may last, but remember, they aren't always right!

Zhang Heng - The Science of Earthquakes

06:00-06:30

An earthquake affects the city. Zhang Heng explains how he made the first apparatus for detecting the origin and intensity of earthquakes.

06:00-06:30 Zhang Heng - The Science of Earthquakes

An earthquake affects the city. Zhang Heng explains how he made the first apparatus for detecting the origin and intensity of earthquakes.

The amazing secrets of your favourite sweets

06:30-07:00

Even our favourite treats are made with the help of science. Experiments reveal the secrets of production and fun sweets recipes.

06:30-07:00 The amazing secrets of your favourite sweets

Even our favourite treats are made with the help of science. Experiments reveal the secrets of production and fun sweets recipes.

Three Giants of Renaissance: The Art of High Renaissance in Italy

07:00-07:30

The culture of antiquity was revived in 14th-century Italy. Leading the revival were Leonardo, Michelangelo and Raphael, and their humanism.

07:00-07:30 Three Giants of Renaissance: The Art of High Renaissance in Italy

The culture of antiquity was revived in 14th-century Italy. Leading the revival were Leonardo, Michelangelo and Raphael, and their humanism.

Paint Like a Caveman and Forgotten Code

07:30-08:00

Learn to paint like a caveman. The Romans have fights, the Saxons have strange cures, and the Incredible Incas have a music video exclusive.

07:30-08:00 Paint Like a Caveman and Forgotten Code

Learn to paint like a caveman. The Romans have fights, the Saxons have strange cures, and the Incredible Incas have a music video exclusive.

The Human Effect on Evolution

08:00-08:30

Humans have had an influence on the evolution of animals; from the dog to the horse, and even to the mating patterns of elephants.

08:00-08:30 The Human Effect on Evolution

Humans have had an influence on the evolution of animals; from the dog to the horse, and even to the mating patterns of elephants.

Lightning

08:30-09:00

Phil makes lightning bolts. Plus, he harnesses the power behind lightning to make things stick, float, or make your hair stand on end!

08:30-09:00 Lightning

Phil makes lightning bolts. Plus, he harnesses the power behind lightning to make things stick, float, or make your hair stand on end!

Mind-boggling Brains

09:00-09:30

Dr. Chris and Dr. Xand show how your brain enables you to learn new things. They visit the fire department and Dr. Chris looks at eyes.

09:00-09:30 Mind-boggling Brains

Dr. Chris and Dr. Xand show how your brain enables you to learn new things. They visit the fire department and Dr. Chris looks at eyes.

Wicked Fashion and Old News

09:30-10:00

Matt, Paige and the History Hunters master maths Maya style and discover the wonders of this ancient tribe.

09:30-10:00 Wicked Fashion and Old News

Matt, Paige and the History Hunters master maths Maya style and discover the wonders of this ancient tribe.

True or False? Busting Information Myths

10:00-10:30

Health. Animals. Everyday physics. Sometimes we think we understand them, but are the things we learned just myths?

10:00-10:30 True or False? Busting Information Myths

Health. Animals. Everyday physics. Sometimes we think we understand them, but are the things we learned just myths?

Sound

10:30-11:00

In this episode Steve Spangler shows how to make wacky musical instruments from standard household items such as glasses, pipes, and cars.

10:30-11:00 Sound

In this episode Steve Spangler shows how to make wacky musical instruments from standard household items such as glasses, pipes, and cars.

Mapping

11:00-11:30

Hamza thinks finding his way around is easy - until his smart phone breaks. Now he needs to use maps to get where he's going.

11:00-11:30 Mapping

Hamza thinks finding his way around is easy - until his smart phone breaks. Now he needs to use maps to get where he's going.

Altered Views

11:30-12:00

You've probably played hide and seek. It's difficult to hide while in plain view. All it may take are a few tricks to alter our perception!

11:30-12:00 Altered Views

You've probably played hide and seek. It's difficult to hide while in plain view. All it may take are a few tricks to alter our perception!

12:00-12:15 Lacrosse

Lindyn is a lacrosse player. Dr. Heather sends guest pro Kelsey to demonstrate how torque and the axis of rotation can supercharge a shot.

Zombie Time and Damien Hirst

12:15-12:45

Michelle and Nigel help make a zombie movie and show how to play a great trick on your friends. They check in with artist Damien Hirst.

12:15-12:45 Zombie Time and Damien Hirst

Michelle and Nigel help make a zombie movie and show how to play a great trick on your friends. They check in with artist Damien Hirst.

In Space With Caroline Herschel

12:45-13:15

Dick and Dom reveal the genius of astronomer Caroline Herschel, the first woman to spot a comet. She went on to discover many more.

12:45-13:15 In Space With Caroline Herschel

Dick and Dom reveal the genius of astronomer Caroline Herschel, the first woman to spot a comet. She went on to discover many more.

13:15-13:30 Mother of Bonobos

Claudine and her staff raise orphan bonobos whose parents have ended up as bush meat. Claudine saves them from a life in tiny cages.

Gob-smacking Growth Plates

13:30-14:00

The doctors reveal how your bones grow to make you taller and they become midwives for a day. Dr Chris does some research.

13:30-14:00 Gob-smacking Growth Plates

The doctors reveal how your bones grow to make you taller and they become midwives for a day. Dr Chris does some research.

Stomp Rocket

14:00-14:30

A home-made stomp rocket gets maxed out into a giant version. Plus, Phil makes a vortex cannon and vacuum-seals himself to the wall!

14:00-14:30 Stomp Rocket

A home-made stomp rocket gets maxed out into a giant version. Plus, Phil makes a vortex cannon and vacuum-seals himself to the wall!

Stupid Ways to Win a Battle

14:30-15:00

Winning a battle wasn't easy in olden days. The Kings and Queens of England sing a merry song and pets are better off these days.

14:30-15:00 Stupid Ways to Win a Battle

Winning a battle wasn't easy in olden days. The Kings and Queens of England sing a merry song and pets are better off these days.

Pastry as You've Never Seen it Before

15:00-15:30

Pastry is more than something that looks good; there is a science and art associated with it.

15:00-15:30 Pastry as You've Never Seen it Before

Pastry is more than something that looks good; there is a science and art associated with it.

Flying With Marconi

15:30-16:00

Dick and Dom reveal the genius of Italian inventor Guglielmo Marconi, the man behind wireless communication.

15:30-16:00 Flying With Marconi

Dick and Dom reveal the genius of Italian inventor Guglielmo Marconi, the man behind wireless communication.

A Powerful Worm and a Whole New Brain

16:00-16:30

Eureka Girl, Doc K and Nash go in search of the power of regeneration. They meet a scientist who managed to grow a whole new brain.

16:00-16:30 A Powerful Worm and a Whole New Brain

Eureka Girl, Doc K and Nash go in search of the power of regeneration. They meet a scientist who managed to grow a whole new brain.

16:30-16:40 Iceland - Living on a Powder Keg

Iceland is the land of volcanoes. Children learn a lot about volcanoes in school, particularly, what to do if the neighbouring Katla erupts.

16:40-17:00 Inti Wara Yassi - Bolivia's Ark

A Bolivian project takes care of neglected animals but also parentless children. 14-year-old street child Miguel is given a young puma.

Evolution From Inside Out

17:00-17:30

Some of the most interesting adaptations in the animal world are invisible - internal changes that have helped them survive.

17:00-17:30 Evolution From Inside Out

Some of the most interesting adaptations in the animal world are invisible - internal changes that have helped them survive.

Ellenor

17:30-18:00

Thirteen-year-old Ellenor manages her family's budget for a month and hopes to save enough money to buy a new bed.

17:30-18:00 Ellenor

Thirteen-year-old Ellenor manages her family's budget for a month and hopes to save enough money to buy a new bed.

Tomorrow's Food Part 1

18:00-19:00

Some of the latest innovations in food are presented: cloud seeding, a high-tech greenhouse with no soil and a special seaweed pill.

18:00-19:00 Tomorrow's Food Part 1

Some of the latest innovations in food are presented: cloud seeding, a high-tech greenhouse with no soil and a special seaweed pill.

Farnsworth vs Sarnoff

19:00-19:45

Philo Farnsworth dedicated his life to developing television but is not eager to sell his patent to the RCA Corporation.

19:00-19:45 Farnsworth vs Sarnoff

Philo Farnsworth dedicated his life to developing television but is not eager to sell his patent to the RCA Corporation.

19:45-20:00 The Science of Super-Absorbency

What does salt have to do with a baby's diaper? Discover the science of super-absorbency!

The Joy of AI

20:00-21:00

Prof. Jim al-Khalili takes an optimistic look at the developments in artificial intelligence.

20:00-21:00 The Joy of AI

Prof. Jim al-Khalili takes an optimistic look at the developments in artificial intelligence.

Banishing Our Insecurities

21:00-21:30

Modern science can provides solutions to many things that give us complexes.

21:00-21:30 Banishing Our Insecurities

Modern science can provides solutions to many things that give us complexes.

Can You Predict the Future?

21:30-22:00

Is it possible to predict your future or the lottery numbers? How can prediction be used to ease traffic?

21:30-22:00 Can You Predict the Future?

Is it possible to predict your future or the lottery numbers? How can prediction be used to ease traffic?

Tomorrow's Food Part 1

22:00-23:00

Some of the latest innovations in food are presented: cloud seeding, a high-tech greenhouse with no soil and a special seaweed pill.

22:00-23:00 Tomorrow's Food Part 1

Some of the latest innovations in food are presented: cloud seeding, a high-tech greenhouse with no soil and a special seaweed pill.

Farnsworth vs Sarnoff

23:00-23:45

Philo Farnsworth dedicated his life to developing television but is not eager to sell his patent to the RCA Corporation.

23:00-23:45 Farnsworth vs Sarnoff

Philo Farnsworth dedicated his life to developing television but is not eager to sell his patent to the RCA Corporation.

23:45-23:59 The Science of Super-Absorbency

What does salt have to do with a baby's diaper? Discover the science of super-absorbency!