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Season 1

  • S01E01 Don't Lose Your Lunch

    • April 9, 2014
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when weightlifting, shooting guns or jumping over cars.

  • S01E02 Ring of Fire

    • April 9, 2014
    • National Geographic

    Learn just how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself while riding a unicycle, running on a treadmill – or jumping off a roof.

  • S01E03 Dancing Disasters

    • April 9, 2014
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when pole dancing, using a pogo stick and cutting down a tree.

  • S01E04 Discus for Dummies

    • April 16, 2014
    • National Geographic

    Science experts reveal exactly how and why adventure can turn into misadventure.

  • S01E05 Airbags vs. Airheads

    • April 23, 2014
    • National Geographic

    Science experts reveal exactly how and why adventure can turn into misadventure.

  • S01E06 Zip Line Fails

    • April 23, 2014
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Richard Hammond explores the humiliating and painful potential of scooter stunts, break dancing and swinging on ropes.

  • S01E07 Karate Flops

    • April 30, 2014
    • National Geographic

    Richard Hammond explores the painful potential of knocking down buildings, sledging and abusing airbags.

  • S01E08 Learning to Fly

    • April 30, 2014
    • National Geographic

    Richard Hammond explores the humiliating and painful potential of karate kicks, urban-biking bunny hops and snowboarding on water. Learn the science behind bike and monster truck tricks and get a crash course in paragliding.

  • S01E09 Rooftop Drops

    • April 30, 2014
    • National Geographic

    Clips featured include embarrassing tubing, taking a ride on a rodeo bull and hanging upside down. Learn the importance of the principles of leverage when jumping on the "batman-ing" craze bandwagon.

  • S01E10 Human Tower Disasters

    • April 30, 2014
    • National Geographic

    Richard Hammond presents clips of people stilt walking, firing a sling slot and playing golf. Learn the secret to a good back swing and walking on stilts.

  • S01E11 Poolside Fails

    • May 7, 2014
    • National Geographic

    Richard Hammond explores the potential to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when riding a zip line or trying to swallow powdered cinnamon.

  • S01E12 Bungee Cord Snaps

    • May 7, 2014
    • National Geographic

    A look at juggling, flying a kite and bungee jumping.

  • S01E13 Pole Vaulting Mishaps

    • May 14, 2014
    • National Geographic

    Richard Hammond explores the potential to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when pole vaulting or just rolling down a hill in a trash can.

  • S01E14 Jet Pack Failure

    • May 14, 2014
    • National Geographic

    Richard Hammond explores the potential to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when abseiling, running up walls or flying with a jet pack.

Season 2

  • SPECIAL 0x4 Christmas Special

    • December 20, 2014
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Ho Ho Ho oh no! The things we do to ourselves in the festive season is just downright silly, harmful and idiotic… but also hilarious! Richard shows us with science how to escape the festive season without a bruise or broken bone in sight!

  • S02E01 Segways and Water Skis

    • April 13, 2015
    • National Geographic

    What do Segways, water balloons and yo-yos have in common? They all pack a pretty powerful punch! In this episode, we’ll discover the science of what happens when centripetal force meets face.

  • S02E02 Episode 2

    • April 13, 2015
    • National Geographic

    Headbanging, dancing ballet and jumping inside a garbage container.

  • S02E03 Kayaks and Dirt Bikes

    • April 20, 2015
    • National Geographic

    The science behind throwing a frisbee, driving a hovercraft, and a hockey stop, showing when momentum meets friction.

  • S02E04 High Lines and Backflips

    • April 20, 2015
    • National Geographic

    Explores horizontal and vertical velocity, moments, and centre of mass. Many people fall spectacularly as the turning effect of a force is explained. Some lessons on using a scooter to grind a rail are offered.

  • S02E05 High Jumps and Shallow Water

    • April 27, 2015
    • National Geographic

    Science explains how people get hurt diving into shallow water, driving a motorcycle while standing and doing a high jump.

  • S02E06 Ice Buckets and Kayaks

    • April 27, 2015
    • National Geographic

    Sliding down a hand rail on a staircase ends on the ground. Ice-bucket challengers take a hit to the head. Tumbling, indoor sky diving and slacklining to test athletic ability leads to face plants and belly flops.

  • S02E07 Episode 7

    • May 4, 2015
    • National Geographic (UK)

  • S02E08 Hurdles and Head Spins

    • May 4, 2015
    • National Geographic

  • S02E09 Breathing Fire and Running on Water

    • May 11, 2015
    • National Geographic

    Tune in for a smashing time, filled with crashing, falling and exploding. Watch drivers spinning into trees and snowmobiles going off course.

  • S02E10 Ski Tricks and Waterside Drives

    • May 11, 2015
    • National Geographic

    Axis of rotation is studied in relation to skiing; riding a motorbike across water relies on the generation of lift; the importance of drag and momentum while surfing is explained.

  • S02E11 Biking Downhill and Balancing on Balls

    • May 18, 2015
    • National Geographic

    Axis of rotation is studied in relation to skiing; riding a motorbike across water relies on the generation of lift; the importance of drag and momentum while surfing is explained.

  • S02E12 Episode 12

    • May 18, 2015
    • National Geographic

  • S02E13 Episode 13

    • May 25, 2015
    • National Geographic

  • S02E14 Episode 14

    • May 25, 2015
    • National Geographic (UK)

  • S02E15 Surfing on Sand and Walking in Heels

    • June 1, 2015
    • National Geographic

  • S02E16 Episode 16

    • June 1, 2015

  • S02E17 Episode 17

    • June 8, 2015
    • National Geographic (UK)

  • S02E18 Episode 18

    • June 8, 2015
    • National Geographic

  • S02E19 Lawn Mowers and Pinatas

    • June 15, 2015
    • National Geographic (UK)

  • S02E20 Ping Pong and Leg Waxing

    • June 15, 2015
    • National Geographic

  • S02E21 Soccer Balls and Mousetraps

    • June 22, 2015
    • National Geographic (UK)

  • S02E22 Table Dancing and Sock Sliding

    • June 22, 2015
    • National Geographic

  • S02E23 Episode 23

    • June 29, 2015
    • National Geographic (UK)

  • S02E24 Episode 24

    • June 29, 2015
    • National Geographic

  • S02E25 Wall Crashes and Rollerblades

    • July 6, 2015
    • National Geographic (UK)

  • S02E26 Break Dances and Skateboards

    • July 6, 2015
    • National Geographic (UK)

  • S02E27 Episode 27

    • July 13, 2015
    • National Geographic

  • S02E28 Nunchucks and Rollerblades

    • July 13, 2015
    • National Geographic

  • S02E29 Ice Skating and Swing Dancing

    • July 20, 2015
    • National Geographic

  • S02E30 Episode 30

    • July 20, 2015
    • National Geographic

  • SPECIAL 0x2 Cat Special

    • August 19, 2015

    What is it about a cat’s leap that leaves humans for dust? Richard shows us the only way he can, through videos of cute kittens doing amazing things …and humans doing what they do best… putting the ‘stupid’ in science!

  • SPECIAL 0x3 Wild Special

    • September 2, 2015

    We travel the globe in search of all creatures great and small, to find out if they’re intellectual beasts or they’re just as daft as we are! It’s a wild scientific safari.

Season 3

  • S03E01 Episode 1

    • May 11, 2016
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Richard Hammond reveals the science behind a whole host of new and spectacular mishaps. First, he explores the many ways to humiliate yourself when paragliding and riding dirt bikes.

  • S03E02 Episode 2

    • June 15, 2016
    • National Geographic (UK)

    From sword tricks to pulling a wheelie, clips reveal that great stunts can often go terribly wrong. Richard Hammond reveals the science behind such extraordinary misadventures.

  • S03E03 Episode 3

    • May 18, 2016
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Street luge racing and cycling down steps can both have painful and humiliating consequences. Richard Hammond explores how things can go so spectacularly wrong.

  • S03E04 Episode 4

    • May 11, 2016
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Richard Hammond turns his attention to cliff diving, swinging a sledgehammer and riding a motorised scooter as he reveals the science behind dangerous and humiliating misadventures.

  • S03E05 Episode 5

    • May 18, 2016
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Richard Hammond presents an attempt to do a wheelie on a tandem motorbike, plus accidents involving trampolines and giant hamster wheels.

  • S03E06 Episode 6

    • April 15, 2016
    • National Geographic

    Richard Hammond explores why spectacular stunts often turn into embarrassing disasters. He takes a look at what can happen when you motorbike on sand and try to ski on metal rails.

  • S03E07 Episode 7

    • June 8, 2016
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Richard Hammond uses science to reveal the humiliating and painful potential of swerving on motorbikes, bouncing on a bed, or firing your friends into the air with giant catapults.

  • S03E08 Episode 8

    • April 22, 2016
    • National Geographic

    Ever wondered why it is so easy to injure or humiliate yourself on a home-made toboggan or making an emergency stop on a motorbike? Using clips of spectacular sledging mishaps, Richard Hammond investigates.

  • S03E09 Episode 9

    • May 25, 2016
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Richard Hammond uses science to reveal the humiliating and painful potential of accidents involving snowboards, space hoppers and footballs, including a snowboard trick that ends in disaster.

  • S03E10 Episode 10

    • June 15, 2016
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Clips reveal that kayaking down rapids, scaling tall buildings and pulling handbrake turns can all have dangerous or humiliating consequences. Richard Hammond investigates why.

  • S03E11 Episode 11

    • May 25, 2016
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Extraordinary mishaps involving wakeboards, hoverboards and basketballs all come under the spotlight as Richard Hammond explores the science behind spectacular misadventures.

  • S03E12 Episode 12

    • May 6, 2016
    • National Geographic

    Attempting a jump on a dirt bike, fishing or slaloming on skis.

  • S03E13 Episode 13

    • May 13, 2016
    • National Geographic

    Flipping off a springboard and running through mud can both have disastrous consequences. But why? Richard Hammond explores the science behind embarrassing mishaps.

  • S03E14 Episode 14

    • June 22, 2016
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Richard Hammond examines more wince-worthy clips as he investigates how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself when having a food fight or diving from a swimming pool springboard or ramp jumping on a skateboard.

  • S03E15 Episode 15

    • June 29, 2016
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Richard Hammond checks out more wince-worthy clips as he explores the possible perils of caravanning, breakdancing and trial biking.

  • S03E16 Episode 16

    • May 20, 2016
    • National Geographic

    Richard Hammond explores the science behind more spectacular misadventures. This time, he checks out clips of mishaps on ski lifts and explores the perils of wrestling in bubble wrap.

  • S03E17 Episode 17

    • May 27, 2016
    • National Geographic

    Clips reveal that firing a bow and arrow and loading up a trailer can both have dangerous or humiliating consequences. Richard Hammond investigates why.

  • S03E18 Episode 18

    • May 27, 2016
    • National Geographic

    Richard Hammond checks out the extraordinary misadventures of ordinary folk as he asks why attempting a BMX flip, jumping on an inflatable raft or overtaking on a racetrack so often go embarrassingly wrong.

  • S03E19 Most Unsporting Moments

    • July 13, 2016
    • National Geographic (UK)

    From making a touchdown to attempting a high jump, Richard Hammond explains the science behind the world's most jaw-dropping sports matches gone wrong.

  • S03E20 Most Painful Lessons

    • July 13, 2016
    • National Geographic (UK)

    From breathing fire to firing paintballs, Richard Hammond explains the science behind the world's most jaw-dropping amateur stunts gone wrong.

  • S03E21 Episode 21

    • December 2, 2016
    • National Geographic

    Learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when flying remote controlled aeroplanes or attempting to grind rails on a unicycle.

  • S03E22 Episode 22

    • December 2, 2016
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when off-roading, racing in a cycling peloton or attempting to jump between rooftops.

  • S03E23 Episode 23

    • December 2, 2016
    • National Geographic

    Attempting a bicycle wheelie, driving through deep water and trying to extinguish an out of control fire.

  • S03E24 Episode 24

    • December 2, 2016
    • National Geographic

    Attempting a parkour "wall spin," sprinting or trying to use an umbrella as a makeshift parachute can lead to humiliation.

  • S03E25 Episode 25

    • December 9, 2016
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when dancing, sky diving or fire skipping.

  • S03E26 Episode 26

    • December 24, 2016
    • National Geographic

    Playing dodgeball, taking selfies or tackling obstacles on a motorbike.

  • S03E27 Episode 27

    • December 24, 2016
    • National Geographic

    Embarrassing injuries can occur when trying to use a cardboard box as a makeshift toboggan, attempting a mountain bike jump, or cornering a long vehicle.

  • S03E28 Episode 28

    • December 24, 2016
    • National Geographic

    Parking a boat, attempting a rail grind on a bike or simply popping a balloon can have disastrous consequences.

  • S03E29 Episode 29

    • December 30, 2016
    • National Geographic

    Skiing, operating a digger and attempting stunts on a motorbike.

  • S03E30 Episode 30

    • December 30, 2016
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when leaping out of trees, sumo wrestling or attempting a ramp jump on a moped.

  • S03E31 Episode 31

    • December 30, 2016
    • National Geographic

    Kayaking over waterfalls, cross country running, and cycling down mountains can be embarassing. In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when kayaking over waterfalls, cross country running or cycling down mountains.

  • S03E32 Episode 32

    • December 30, 2016
    • National Geographic

    Science demonstrates how cycling through water, attempting tricks on a hoverboard or spinning in a cyr wheel can have humiliating consequences.

  • S03E33 Episode 33

    • January 24, 2017
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when climbing a fence, or trying to backflip off a swing.

  • S03E34 Episode 34

    • January 24, 2017
    • National Geographic

    Learn the science which explains leaping off a sand dune, dribbling a football and driving a motorbike and sidecar.

Season 4

  • S04E01 Episode 1

    • January 23, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    The hit show that explores the science behind humiliating mishaps returns. Host Dallas Campbell finds out what's stopping one daredevil from performing a back flip on a pogo stick.

  • S04E02 Episode 2

    • January 30, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Swimming pool handstands, jumping all terrain vehicles or just going down slides on random objects.

  • S04E03 Episode 3

    • January 30, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Doing flips off a tire, monster truck jumps or just riding a child's scooter.

  • S04E04 Episode 4

    • February 20, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Catching people, doing motorbike burnouts or simply standing on a skateboard.

  • S04E05 Episode 5

    • February 17, 2017
    • National Geographic

    Volcano boarding, swinging on a trapeze, or off-roading in a tiny toy car.

  • S04E06 Episode 6

    • February 6, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Jumping off a boat, cornering on a bicycle or simply attempting a tablecloth pull.

  • S04E07 Episode 7

    • February 13, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Dallas Campbell reveals why going down bumpy slides, horse riding and even twerking can be a bad idea.

  • S04E08 Episode 8

    • February 20, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Scrambling on some rocks, performing circle wheelies or simply smashing your friend's face into a cake.

  • S04E09 Episode 9

    • February 20, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Doing a ski flip, attempting the limbo, or flying down a speedy zipline.

  • S04E10 Episode 10

    • January 30, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Jumping into hedges, stopping a longboard or simply confronting parking gates.

  • S04E11 Episode 11

    • February 27, 2017

    Racing a snowmobile, jumping a skateboard or simply walking in long robes.

  • S04E12 Episode 12

    • February 27, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Jumping into a snowdrift, drumming or simply landing your pogo stick.

  • S04E13 Episode 13

    • January 30, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Steering a boat, roller skating or attempting to clear a dirt jump on your bike.

  • S04E14 Episode 14

    • February 27, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Doing a flip from a bridge, snowboarding, or testing your strength in tug of war.

Season 5

  • S05E01 Episode 1

    • October 23, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Dallas Campbell reveals why your big wheel trike isn't always your friend and why a stunt as simple as balancing items on your head can have painful and embarrassing consequences.

  • S05E02 Episode 2

    • October 16, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Clips reveal how easy it is to injure or humiliate yourself while canoeing, and why pulling tricks while you're on crutches is asking for trouble.

  • S05E03 Episode 3

    • October 2, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Things can often go wrong while bungee jumping, and playing swingball has its risks too.

  • S05E04 Episode 4

    • April 25, 2018
    • National Geographic

    Rally car racing, hammocks and squeezing into small spaces.

  • S05E05 Episode 5

    • October 16, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Taking an inflatable on a water slide, doing a wheelie and even catching a hard hat on your head - all stunts that can go very wrong.

  • S05E06 Episode 6

    • October 9, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Clips reveal why jumping in a river isn't always a good idea, and why carrying a tray can have calamitous consequences. In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself barefoot waterskiing, carrying trays, or jumping a river.

  • S05E07 Episode 7

    • September 25, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Painful accidents involving dipping a dance partner, jumping in the snow, and flipping bottles.

  • S05E08 Episode 8

    • May 2, 2018
    • National Geographic

    Running on sand, carrying a wedding cake and doing a high five.

  • S05E09 Episode 9

    • September 25, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    A selection of painful accidents involving unicycling off-road, mounting a segway, and arm-wrestling.

  • S05E10 Episode 10

    • October 2, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Planning to take an inflatable down a waterslide? Think again. Dallas Campbell reveals why this stunt can go so wrong. Working out with a punch bag can have humiliating consequences too.

  • S05E11 Episode 11

    • May 9, 2018
    • National Geographic

    Bench pressing another person, tapping a beer keg or walking in snow.

  • S05E12 Episode 12

    • October 23, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    When it comes to push-ups, Dallas Campbell reveals why it's best to keep things simple. Frisbee golf can easily end in disaster too.

  • S05E13 Episode 13

    • May 23, 2018
    • National Geographic

    Pole dancing and surfing.

  • S05E14 Episode 14

    • May 16, 2018
    • National Geographic

    Spinning on a unicycle and standing on a chair

  • S05E15 Episode 15

    • May 9, 2018
    • National Geographic

    Ski racing, playing golf and jumping into moving vehicles.

  • S05E16 Episode 16

    • October 9, 2017
    • National Geographic (UK)

    Clips reveal that stalling a skateboard, clearing snow and even getting out of a car can prove both painful and humiliating.

  • S05E17 Episode 17

    • May 2, 2018
    • National Geographic

    GT sledding, dismounting from a high bar or driving a golf ball.

  • S05E18 Episode 18

    • April 25, 2018
    • National Geographic

    Moped wheelies, splashless dives and kettlebells.

  • S05E19 Episode 19

    • May 23, 2018
    • National Geographic

    Backflipping into pools, riding tandem bikes and doing burpees.

  • S05E20 Episode 20

    • May 16, 2018
    • National Geographic

    Trampoline drop-ins, pool trick shots and skateboard nose slides.

Season 6

  • S06E01 Episode 1

    • June 4, 2018
    • National Geographic (UK)

    We learn just how many ways there are to humiliate yourself while doing yoga on a paddle board, injure yourself playing with bo-staffs, or do both with aerial silks.

  • S06E02 Episode 2

    • June 5, 2018
    • National Geographic (UK)

    We learn all about the science behind bobsledding, the dangers of the standing backflip, and the ways you can hurt and humiliate yourself on a Segway.

  • S06E03 Episode 3

    • June 6, 2018
    • National Geographic (UK)

    In this episode we find out all about the dangers of cracking whips, the perils of jumping people, and the surprising hazards of pushing a swing.

  • S06E04 Episode 4

    • June 7, 2018
    • National Geographic (UK)

    In this episode we discover the pitfalls of sliding your kayak into the water, the inherent dangers of swinging from a bridge, and the hidden hazards of flipping from a mini trampoline.

  • S06E05 Episode 5

    • July 4, 2018
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we discover the secrets to wakesurfing, the hidden dangers with water slides, and the hidden hazards to watch out for when practicing your sparring kicks.

  • S06E06 Episode 6

    • July 4, 2018
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we find out the best way to avoid injury when kayaking over a waterfall, what to watch out for when putting your feet behind your head, and the secrets of the avalanche.

  • S06E07 Episode 7

    • July 11, 2018
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we discover the secrets to landing a plane, the best way to catch a fish, and the hidden hazards of chair handstands.

  • S06E08 Episode 8

    • July 11, 2018
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we find out the best way to drive a jet ski over land, the worst way to ride a bicycle, and the dangers of slack lining.

  • S06E09 Episode 9

    • July 18, 2018
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we discover the secrets of the BMX front flip, the dangers of ice, and what not to do when walking along a log.

  • S06E10 Episode 10

    • July 18, 2018
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to humiliate yourself while leaning on a fence, injure yourself playing with dinghies, or do both while landing a hang glider.

  • S06E11 Episode 11

    • July 25, 2018
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we discover the secrets of Ninja grip, the best way to swing onto a bank, and what to avoid when parasailing behind a boat.

  • S06E12 Episode 12

    • July 25, 2018
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we learn all about the science behind the parkour press, the dangers of moving about on a boat, and the ways you can hurt yourself bike jumping from a ledge.

  • S06E13 Episode 13

    • August 1, 2018
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we learn all about icebergs, the many ways to hurt yourself jumping off a pier, and what to watch out for the next time you are biking over a teeter-totter.

  • S06E14 Episode 14

    • August 1, 2018
    • National Geographic

    In this engineering special, we discover the secrets behind explosive demolitions, exactly how dams work, and what you need to look out for when operating a ladder.

  • S06E15 Episode 15

    • August 8, 2018
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we learn the science behind the snow half-pipe, the secrets behind party poppers, and how not to hurt or humiliate yourself when wrestling.

  • S06E16 Episode 16

    • August 8, 2018
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we learn the science behind hurricanes, the secrets to skiing a box rail, and how to run backwards without humiliating yourself.

  • S06E17 Episode 17

    • August 15, 2018
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we learn all about surface tension, the best way to catch a drone, how to foot-grab a pogo stick, and the secrets behind bike river jumps.

  • S06E18 Episode 18

    • August 15, 2018
    • National Geographic

    In this engineering special, we discover the workings of the combustion engine, the secrets of airfoils, how pumps work, and the proper way to operate a chainsaw.

  • S06E19 Episode 19

    • August 22, 2018
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we take a deep dive into entropy, learn the secrets of bowling lane etiquette, and discover the best way to carve on a snowboard.

  • S06E20 Episode 20

    • August 22, 2018
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we learn about motorcycle flips, how to avoid hurt when attempting to parkour lache, and how to avoid humiliation when walking up stairs.

Season 7

  • S07E01 Episode 1

    • April 4, 2019
    • National Geographic (UK)

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when driving on black ice, using food blenders, and attempting to bounce off giant inflatables.

  • S07E02 Episode 2

    • April 4, 2019
    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when driving tracked vehicles, jumping down stairs on unicycles, and getting into kayaks.

  • S07E03 Episode 3

    • National Geographic

    We learn the science behind the fails when driving through snow, cycling around velodromes, and the terrifying effect of a malfunctioning powerline.

  • S07E04 Episode 4

    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when attempting a BMX 720 stunt, having fun on playground spinners, and trying to parallel park.

  • S07E05 Episode 5

    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when riding a horse through water, and underestimating the power of ocean tides.

  • S07E06 Episode 6

    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when attempting to flambe dinner, riding a balance bike, and confronting a Dust Devil.

  • S07E07 Episode 7

    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when attempting a snowmobile ridge jump, cycling over a pump track, and lighting fires.

  • S07E08 Episode 8

    • National Geographic

    Take a look at the fails when launching off snow ramps on inflatable tubes, driving through water on ATVs, and when animals tackle staircases.

  • S07E09 Episode 9

    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when mogul skiing, attempting to throw someone in the air, and running on floating logs.

  • S07E10 Episode 10

    • National Geographic

    We learn the science behind the fails, when attempting a doughnut spin on an ATV, riding river rapids, and working out with medicine balls.

  • S07E11 Episode 11

    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when bouldering on rock faces, doing flips on wakeboards, and diving into foam pits.

  • S07E12 Episode 12

    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when 'mud bogging' in off-roaders, dancing in circles, and riding undersized bikes.

  • S07E13 Episode 13

    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when 'water skipping' on a motorbike, skiing downstairs, and golfing at the driving range.

  • S07E14 Episode 14

    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when 'tractor pulling', motorbiking through snow, and riding a monowheel.

  • S07E15 Episode 15

    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when riding an electric scooter, building a homemade zipwire, and jumping on hay bales.

  • S07E16 Episode 16

    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when driving off-road buggies, cartwheeling into a backflip, and jumping on a swing seat.

  • S07E17 Episode 17

    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when flying with a paramotor, flipping downstairs, and driving a motorboat.

  • S07E18 Episode 18

    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when racing in a motocross event, jumping on tables, and dealing with fluid jets.

  • S07E19 Episode 19

    • National Geographic

    In this space special episode, we launch into the cosmos to explore principles like gravity, G-force, habitable zones, and impact events.

  • S07E20 Episode 20

    • National Geographic

    In this space special episode, we launch into the cosmos to explore principles like orbits, light speed, weightlessness, and intergalactic docking.

Season 8

  • S08E01 Episode 1

    • April 29, 2020
    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when cornering in a go-kart, using an outboard motor, and jumping out of plane without a parachute.

  • S08E02 Episode 2

    • April 29, 2020

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when throwing a fishing net, building your own snow luge track, and diving into shallow water.

  • S08E03 Episode 3

    • May 6, 2020
    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when using inflatable slides, trying swing burpees, and attempting a kitesurf roll.

  • S08E04 Episode 4

    • May 6, 2020
    • National Geographic

    Learn the science behind the fails when attempting a ski double backflip, the chemistry of carbonisation, and walking downstairs on your hands.

  • S08E05 Episode 5

    • April 9, 2020
    • National Geographic (UK)

    In this episode, we examine champagne towers, paragliding take-off, and vortices.

  • S08E06 Episode 6

    • May 13, 2020
    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when urban downhill cycling, smashing eggs, and surfing the biggest wave ever.

  • S08E07 Episode 7

    • May 20, 2020
    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when snowboarding without snow, building a boat, and walking the plank.

  • S08E08 Episode 8

    • May 20, 2020
    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when grass-boarding, attempting aerial splits, and kayaking over waterfalls.

  • S08E09 Episode 9

    • May 20, 2020
    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when kayak surfing, biking along ridges, and felling trees.

  • S08E10 Episode 10

    • April 9, 2020
    • National Geographic (UK)

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when attempting vehicle donuts, pouring water, and doing raised handstands.

  • S08E11 Episode 11

    • June 3, 2020
    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when attempting scooter bunny hops, putting up roofs, and jumping with a snowmobile.

  • S08E12 Episode 12

    • June 3, 2020
    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when unloading a truck, multitasking, and backflipping on a motorbike.

  • S08E13 Episode 13

    • June 10, 2020
    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when driving on the beach, long distance running, and freediving.

  • S08E14 Episode 14

    • June 10, 2020
    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when learning to kite surf, rollerblade flipping, and using compressed air.

  • S08E15 Episode 15

    • June 17, 2020
    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when towing a boat, building a tree swing, and attempting a barefoot water-ski tumble.

  • S08E16 Episode 16

    • June 17, 2020
    • National Geographic

    In this episode, we learn the science behind predators hunting, how to control a helicopter, and flammability.

Additional Specials

  • SPECIAL 0x1 Dog Special

    • August 26, 2015
    • National Geographic

    An episode dedicated to our wet nosed, floppy eared companions, where Richard sniffs out the scientific explanations behind canine calamities and doggy disasters. Man’s best friend but their own worst enemy!

  • SPECIAL 0x5 Science of Stupid Sports 1

    • National Geographic

  • SPECIAL 0x6 Science of Stupid Sports 2

    • National Geographic

  • SPECIAL 0x7 Science of Stupid Sports 3

    • National Geographic

  • SPECIAL 0x8 Science of Stupid Sports 4

    • National Geographic

  • SPECIAL 0x9 Engineering 1

    • November 13, 2017
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we learn how to life a space shuttle, what bridges and planes have in common, and why brakes are so important.

  • SPECIAL 0x10 Engineering 2

    • November 14, 2017
    • National Geographic

    In this episode we learn how to build a trebuchet, what keeps a crane upright, and the marvels of hydraulics.

  • SPECIAL 0x11 Extreme Sports

    • May 30, 2018
    • National Geographic

    We went to the fringe of the Science of Stupid universe to show what happens when these adrenaline junkies engage in acts of death defying logic.

  • SPECIAL 0x12 Snow

    • May 30, 2018
    • National Geographic

    Glide through the winter wonderland of skiing and graceful ice skating to reveal what happens when you ignore the cold hard science.

  • SPECIAL 0x13 Flight

    • June 6, 2018
    • National Geographic

    Flight seems to be the ultimate dream for humans, but lacking vital body parts like wings, means that when attempting to conquer the sky our researchers find it impossible to pass with flying colors.

  • SPECIAL 0x14 The City

    • June 6, 2018
    • National Geographic

    A look at the science behind some of our metropolitan wonders, like escalators and cranes, and the unscientific ways our researchers sometimes use them.

  • SPECIAL 0x15 In the Country

    • June 13, 2018
    • National Geographic

    Between endless sky and natural wonders, the great outdoors is full of beauty. Except when you ignore the science, then it is full of pain, as the free spirits in these videos prove.

  • SPECIAL 0x16 The Beautiful Game

    • June 13, 2018
    • National Geographic

    Twenty-two players, two goals, and one ball: football, or soccer, is a truly international sport. We've picked a team of researchers to demonstrate that science can improve anyone's game.