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Meet the ancient, snake-like marine reptiles that thrived in the Jurassic seas of EuropeLong before modern snakes evolved, a unique family of sphenodontian reptiles took to the water. Known as Pleurosauridae, these creatures traded their limbs for elongated, serpenti…
Meet the ancient, tail-wagging ancestor that paved the way for every modern frogBefore frogs mastered the art of the leap, they were ten-centimeter creatures with long tails and stiff spines. Triadobatrachus, discovered in Madagascar, serves as a vital bridge…
Meet the astronauts preparing for the next chapter of orbital lifeNASA recently hosted a news conference featuring the crew set to launch to the International Space Station this spring. This look at the upcoming expedition highlights the seasone…
Meet the Australian anglerfish that prefers walking on the sea floor to swimmingHandfish are bizarre, ray-finned creatures that use modified pectoral fins to stroll across the ocean floor. While they belong to the anglerfish order, they do not use their dorsa…
Meet the Australian guitarfish that wears a translucent snout and a unique nasal curtain.Fiddler rays, or banjo rays, are gentle, bottom-dwelling creatures found along the Australian coast. These cartilaginous fish are easily identified by their rounded pectoral discs…
Meet the Babylonian perfumer who may be history's first chemistDiscover the legacy of Tapputi-Belatekallim, an ancient Babylonian perfumer whose chemical techniques remain in use today. This video explores her role as a possible pioneer in th…
Meet the biotechnologist preparing for the future of European space explorationAmelie Schoenenwald, a PhD in structural biology and business expert, is training as part of the European Space Agency's Astronaut Reserve. This episode explores the rigorous prep…
Meet the blind, subterranean hexapods that have thrived for millions of years undergroundHidden beneath your feet in moist soil and leaf litter live the diplurans. These tiny, eyeless creatures are not insects, though they share a six-legged body plan. With their myst…
Meet the blind, twenty-one-legged centipedes thriving in the shadows of the forest floorCryptopidae are a distinct family of scolopendromorph centipedes defined by their lack of sight and a consistent physical structure. While often grouped with other centipede famil…
Meet the botanist who has ten species and two genera named in his honorExplore the life and suburban sanctuary of Alex George AM, a renowned botanist and plant historian. This classic Gardening Australia segment visits his Western Australian garden t…
Meet the Cambrian arthropod with whip-like appendages and a mysterious, multi-eyed gazeLeanchoilia was a marine arthropod that thrived during the Cambrian period, leaving fossils in Canada and China. Measuring only five centimetres long, this creature featured disti…
Meet the citizen scientist capturing the vibrant world of Australia's peacock jumping spiders.Host Costa Georgiadis profiles photographer and citizen scientist Michael Lun, whose work focuses on the intricate beauty of Australia's peacock jumping spiders. This segment offe…
Meet the colossal Sphinx of Ramses currently residing at the Penn MuseumJoin Egyptologists and museum staff to uncover the history of the massive Sphinx of Ramses. This presentation offers a unique look at the artifact, accompanied by a rare display o…
Meet the coneheads: the tiny, sightless soil-dwellers you have never noticed beforeHidden beneath your feet in moist forest soil, thousands of microscopic, legless-looking creatures called proturans are hard at work. These ancient, sightless hexapods lack antenn…
Meet the duck-faced predators that roamed the Cretaceous deserts of North AfricaDuring the Late Cretaceous, a bizarre family of crocodylomorphs known as Stomatosuchidae prowled Egypt, Morocco, and Niger. These ancient reptiles possessed uniquely flattened, du…
Meet the earliest known Australopithecus, a creature that walked upright but climbed like an ape.Australopithecus anamensis lived over four million years ago, bridging the gap between ancient ancestors and later hominins. While its tibia proves it walked on two legs, its anat…- Meet the elusive microwhip scorpions that thrive in the shadows of the earthPalpigrades are tiny, pale arachnids that rarely exceed three millimeters in length. Lacking eyes and sporting a long, brush-like tail, these mysterious creatures dwell in damp, h…
Meet the emergency physician and engineer preparing for his first mission to spaceNASA astronaut Anil Menon discusses his upcoming journey to the International Space Station. This news conference provides insight into his background as a physician and engineer,…
Meet the Eocene beast that looked like a manatee but was actually an elephant.Long before the majestic trunked giants of today, the Moeritherium roamed the swamps of ancient Egypt. This small, long-bodied mammal lacked a trunk and likely spent its days wadi…- Meet the explorers redefining the boundaries of human possibilityStep inside the lives of National Geographic's 2015 Adventurers of the Year. This video showcases the individuals who have pushed physical limits and ignited global environmental …
Meet the fairyfly, a microscopic wasp that swims through water and hunts insect eggs.Fairyflies are among the smallest insects on Earth, often measuring less than a millimeter. Despite their delicate, feathery wings and brief lifespans, these tiny parasitoids are …
Meet the fish that traded the open ocean for a life on landMudskippers are fish that defy expectations by spending significant time out of water. This video explores how these unique creatures navigate the mudflats, breathe air, and defen…
Meet the fishapod: the 375-million-year-old creature that bridged the gap to landTiktaalik is a remarkable fossil that blurs the line between fish and four-legged animals. Discovered in Arctic Canada, this ancient predator possessed both gills and scales, yet …
Meet the forgotten founder of sociology and the roots of gender conflict theoryThis video explores the foundations of gender conflict theory through the lens of Harriet Martineau, a pioneer often overlooked in sociological history. It also traces the evoluti…
Meet the former space shuttle commander now leading NASA's future visionNASA Deputy Administrator Col. Pam Melroy outlines her perspective on the agency's path forward. With a career spanning military test piloting and extensive spaceflight experience…
Meet the Four Astronauts Preparing for NASA's Upcoming SpaceX Crew-13 Mission to OrbitAs the current Expedition 75 crew conducts critical spacewalk preparations and health research, NASA has introduced the four-person team slated for the SpaceX Crew-13 mission. Lau…
Meet the frontline rangers risking everything to protect Earth's most vulnerable wildlife speciesThis documentary series follows the rangers who stand between endangered animals and poachers. From South African rhino sanctuaries to the remote Himalayas, it reveals the daily d…
Meet the gladiators: ancient, wingless insects hidden in plain sight until 2001.Discovered only in 2001, the Mantophasmatidae family—often called gladiators—are wingless, carnivorous insects that look like a hybrid of mantises and phasmids. Though they were o…
Meet the Godfather of Ska, the Cuban-Jamaican pioneer who defined a global sound.Before ska became a worldwide phenomenon, it was shaped by the voice of Lorenzo Aitken. From singing mento to tourists in Kingston to becoming a cult icon for British skinheads an…
Meet the Goliath Birdeater, the largest spider currently roaming our planetRichard encounters the Goliath Birdeater tarantula in the wild. This video documents the search for and discovery of the world's largest spider, offering a rare look at a creature…- Meet the gray seal who served as a veteran in the U.S. NavyGo behind the scenes at the Smithsonian National Zoo to observe the intelligence of seals and sea lions. Caretakers demonstrate their unique interactions with these marine mammals…
Meet the hell ants: ancient predators with scythe-like jaws and hornsLong before modern ants dominated, a group of bizarre predators known as hell ants roamed the earth. Featuring unique head-mounted horns and massive, scythe-like mandibles, these …
Meet the hoofed, galloping crocodile that once hunted mammals on landLong before modern crocodiles were strictly aquatic, Boverisuchus roamed the Eocene landscape. With hoof-like toes, serrated teeth, and a body built for running, this terrestrial …
Meet the Ictonychinae: The Mustelid Subfamily That Sprays Like a SkunkWhile often confused with their cousins, the Ictonychinae subfamily stands apart through a distinct evolutionary trait. Found across Africa, the Neotropics, and Eurasia, these mam…
Meet the jaguar-sized ferret that once dominated the prehistoric North American landscapeImagine a creature with the body of a ferret but the sheer scale of a jaguar. Megalictis, an extinct giant mustelid, roamed North America millions of years ago. With a bone-crushi…- Meet the Japanese engineer who turned a childhood dream into space flight realityAkihiko Hoshide is a veteran astronaut who has traveled aboard both the Space Shuttle and Soyuz. This profile covers his background and his role as a mission specialist on the Spa…
Meet the Japanese voice actress who brings iconic, gravelly characters to life on screen.Born in Tokyo on April 1, 1960, Wakako Matsumoto is a celebrated voice actress known professionally as Kujira. Represented by 81 Produce, she has carved out a distinct career by v…- Meet the Kite-Rhombus Hectapentacontahedron, a complex geometric shape built for reflection.This video documents the collaborative construction of a unique geometric object known as the Kite-Rhombus Hectapentacontahedron. Featuring a team of mathematicians and festival p…
Meet the legendary space telescope team hunting for worlds beyond our solar system.NASA has assembled a fleet of space telescopes, each with unique observational powers, to uncover the secrets of distant exoplanets. This video introduces the team, including the …
Meet the majestic raptors thriving in the wild landscapes of West YellowstoneJoin a live exploration of raptors in West Yellowstone, Montana. Featuring an owl named Acadia and active bald eagles, this session offers a rare look at these predators alongside…
Meet the man who provides the perfect soundbite for every news storySince the mid-1990s, one man has become a reliable fixture in American news, appearing as the quintessential 'man on the street' for hundreds of different reports.- Meet the man whose face was hidden under plaster for 9,500 years.Curator Alexandra Fletcher explores the Jericho Skull, a human skull from an ancient city that may be the oldest portrait in the British Museum. Modern technology has finally allo…
Meet the Master Grower specializing in rare alpines and woodland perennialsDiscover the expertise of Harperley Hall Farm Nurseries, recognized as an RHS Master Grower. This feature explores their focus on unique plant varieties like Anemone and Primula, …
Meet the master growers behind the award-winning displays at RHS Malvern SpringDiscover the dedication behind Pheasant Acre Plants, a nursery recognized as a Master Grower at the RHS Malvern Spring show. This look into their operations reveals the passion fo…
Meet the Megalodon, a predator dwarfing the modern Great White SharkThis video explores the immense scale of the Megalodon, an ancient shark thought to resemble a stockier, much larger version of the Great White Shark.- Meet the microscopic assassins hiding in plain sight within your own backyardThis video showcases four miniature predators that rely on extreme stealth and specialized weaponry to hunt. By examining the lethal tactics of turret spiders, wormlions, assassin…
Meet the microscopic marine worm that functions like a solar-powered animalSmaller than a single grain of rice, the acoel flatworm possesses two extraordinary biological superpowers. These tiny organisms inhabit coral reefs and maintain a complex interna…
Meet the mud dragon, a microscopic powerhouse thriving in the ocean floor's hidden depths.Known as mud dragons, Kinorhyncha are tiny, segmented marine invertebrates that navigate the seafloor by retracting and thrusting their spiny heads. Though they measure only a mil…
Meet the mysterious, ear-heavy creature that became a Soviet icon and a Russian legend.Created in 1965, Cheburashka is an animal unknown to science with oversized ears and a penchant for tumbling. Though he began as a children's book character, he evolved into a nat…
Meet the new boss, same as the old bossBorn from a cynical reaction to the Woodstock festival, this anthem of defiance critiques the cyclical nature of revolution. Pete Townshend transformed spiritual concepts and expe…- Meet the pademelon, the tiny, elusive marsupial hiding in Australia’s dense forest undergrowth.Often mistaken for a small wallaby, the pademelon is a distinct member of the macropod family. These shy, forest-dwelling marsupials are defined by their compact size and short, t…
- Meet the polka-dotted worm that thrives in the hidden world of the micro-cosmos.Worms are a surprisingly diverse group of organisms. This video explores the lesser-known Aeolosoma, a worm species distinguished by its unique polka-dot patterns and vacuum-like …
Meet the predator that prefers its meals delivered on frozen volcanoesHigh atop the frozen mini volcanoes of Maunakea, Hawai'i, a unique scavenger-predator thrives in an extreme environment by utilizing a specialized ecological strategy.
Meet the prehistoric aquatic mammals that looked and swam like mammalian crocodilesLong before whales dominated the oceans, the Remingtonocetidae family thrived as semi-aquatic predators. With elongated snouts, shark-like teeth, and muscular tails, these creatur…
Meet the prehistoric devil frog that lived alongside dinosaursDiscover the mystery of Beelzebufo, a massive, predatory amphibian. This video explores the complex origins of the 'devil frog' and the scientific puzzles regarding how such a gia…
Meet the prehistoric giant beaver that likely lacked the skills to build dams.This video examines the giant beaver, a massive, semiaquatic creature that shared some traits with modern beavers but likely lacked their famous engineering capabilities. It is wo…
Meet the Pudu, the world's smallest deer that thrives in the Andean rainforests.Standing no taller than a medium-sized dog, the pudu is a master of the dense South American underbrush. These secretive, solitary creatures navigate the Andes with surprising agi…- Meet the pug-nosed crocodile: a tiny, herbivorous reptile from the Late CretaceousImagine a crocodile that ditched the river for the forest floor. Simosuchus, a pug-nosed creature from Madagascar, traded sharp, conical teeth for maple-leaf-shaped grinders. At j…
Meet the researcher who feeds hundreds of mosquitoes with his own arm daily.Dr. Perran Ross is a University of Melbourne researcher developing innovative methods to control insect pests. To sustain his laboratory colonies, he performs a unique task: offer…
Meet the resilient veterans who defied age to leave their mark on historyThis video examines the lives of some of the oldest soldiers to serve in combat. By profiling figures like Walter Earnest Brown and Adrian Carton De Wiart, it highlights the remar…