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What happens after 167 days of orbiting Earth at 71 million miles?The Crew-11 mission has officially returned to Earth. After months of living aboard the International Space Station, a diverse group of astronauts and cosmonauts is now undergoing…
What happens after a paleontologist discovers a dinosaur in the New Mexico desert?Finding a fossil is merely the beginning of a long scientific journey. This video explores the treasure trove of Triassic fossils unearthed at Ghost Ranch, New Mexico, and reveals…
What happens after we die? Religions offer vastly different maps for the afterlife.Death is the ultimate human uncertainty, yet nearly every religion provides a framework for what follows. From the cycle of reincarnation in South Asian traditions to the evolving…
What happens behind the scenes during a long night of election counting?Join mathematician Matt Parker as he explores the unexpected findings and personal encounters experienced while working as an election count agent during a long night at the count…
What happens during the season of twilight in the natural world?National Geographic explores the phenomenon of the season of twilight. This video offers a look at how this specific period unfolds, providing insight into the environmental shift…
What happens if an 8-mile wide asteroid strikes Earth?We often fear the apocalypse, whether through ancient prophecies or modern news cycles. But what does science say about a genuine cosmic threat? From the end of the Maya Long Coun…
What happens if the Federal Reserve pushes interest rates into negative territory?When interest rates drop below zero, the traditional logic of borrowing and saving flips. This video explores the mechanics of negative interest rates, addressing the common confu…
What happens if you jump into a hole drilled through the Earth?Calculating the physics of a theoretical journey through the center of the planet reveals the specific constants required to model such a fall. This exploration breaks down the gr…
What happens in a zombie's brain to drive its hunger?If zombies exist, their behavior must be rooted in biology. This dialogue explores the medical possibilities behind the undead, examining how human brain functions might explain t…
What happens in the hours before a mission to the ISS?Follow the final preparations of Andreas Mogensen, Sergei Volkov, and Aidyn Aimbetov as they prepare for their journey from the Baikonur Cosmodrome to the International Space Stat…
What happens inside the human body during a lethal Ebola virus infection?This video examines the biological conflict triggered by the Ebola virus. It details the specific actions the virus takes within the body and explains the defensive response of th…
What happens to a community's sacred spaces when the last members depart?Magda Haroun, leader of the Egyptian Jewish Community Council, reflects on the dwindling Jewish presence in Egypt. This video captures her perspective from within the empty Sha'ar…
What happens to a country's economy when its labor force suddenly grows?The Rybczynski Theorem explores the economic consequences of an increase in a single factor of production. This video examines how an influx of labor shifts output and exports bet…
What happens to a family when every secret is revealed?In the high-pressure environment of an upper-middle-class Gujarati household, secrets are the invisible glue holding everything together. But what happens when those secrets—from …
What happens to a garden when you step away for seven days?Huw Richards returns from a regenerative farming training course to assess the rapid growth and changes in his garden after a one-week absence. This video documents the state of h…
What happens to a high achiever when the creative drive disappears?Shonda Rhimes, the powerhouse producer behind hits like Grey's Anatomy, explores a pivotal period of her life. Watch her journey through a 'year of yes' to discover how she redisc…
What happens to a market when supply and demand shift together?Most economic models look at one variable moving at a time. This video explores the more complex reality of simultaneous shifts, showing how markets react when both supply and dem…
What Happens to a Photon in Water?Following a single photon of sunlight into the ocean shows that light does not gradually fade in water: it is reflected, bent, scattered or absorbed, and absorbed light hands its …
What happens to a single drop of whisky over half a century?Explore the provenance of Glenfiddich's 50-year-old 'Old and Rare' selection. This video features Global Ambassadors Julie and Ian Millar discussing the unique journey of these ag…
What happens to a Starship after it lands in the Indian Ocean?Scott Manley tracks the recovery of Starship SN40, which was recently towed to Christmas Island. This video explores the complex logistics of transporting massive aerospace hardwa…
What happens to fairytale characters after the traditional happily ever after concludes?The 10th Kingdom reimagines the aftermath of classic fairytales, following a New York waitress and her father who are pulled into a magical realm. In this parallel world, Snow Whi…
What happens to gas stations when the world goes fully electric?As the global transition to clean energy begins, we must consider the fate of the massive infrastructure and livelihoods currently built around fossil fuels. This video explores t…
What happens to human society when gender is removed from the biological equation?In her seminal 1969 novel, Ursula K. Le Guin conducted a radical thought experiment: she placed a human envoy on a planet where inhabitants have no fixed sex. By removing the bina…
What happens to humanity after the aliens have already won the war?Most science fiction depicts the chaos of an ongoing invasion, but this series begins six months after the world has already fallen. With major cities destroyed and the power grid…- What happens to humanity when two percent of the world suddenly vanishes without explanation?The Leftovers explores the aftermath of the Sudden Departure, a global event where 140 million people vanished instantly. As mainstream religions falter and nihilistic cults rise,…
What happens to humans during 1.5 years of total isolation?As the Mars500 mission nears its conclusion, crewmembers Diego and Romain reflect on the scientific experiments conducted during their long isolation in an interplanetary spacecra…
What happens to life and physics when gravity disappears?For more than 25 years, the International Space Station has served as a unique laboratory. This video explores the strange scientific discoveries made possible only by the microgr…
What happens to physics when the speed of light simply equals onePhysicists sometimes declare that the speed of light is exactly 1, with no metres or seconds attached. Einstein's famous equation then shrinks to E = m, because mass and energy be…
What Happens to Pressure as You Descend?A calm descent from the sea surface to the Challenger Deep, showing how each 10 metres of seawater adds about 1 atmosphere of pressure, and how living things and engineered submer…
What happens to prime numbers when you redefine the rules of math?Explore the whimsical world of Lunar Arithmetic, also known as Dismal Arithmetic. This video examines how mathematical structures change when we intentionally bend the rules, inve…
What happens to rocket parts after they fall back to Earth?Scott Manley tours a private collection of space hardware, including a panel from the first crewed SpaceX Dragon flight. The video examines the history of various US and Soviet sp…
What happens to the bodies of history's most famous figures?This film investigates the peculiar post-mortem destinies of three prominent figures—Oliver Cromwell, Catherine Parr, and George 'Big Nose' Parrot—to show how human societies have…
What happens to the brain when we sleep is anything but quietExplore the complex neurological processes that occur during the night. This lecture by Guy Leschziner examines how sleep functions and the impact of its disruption on our waking …
What happens to the fabric of reality when gravity enters the room?After exploring constant motion and straight world lines, this final installment of the space-time series introduces the most complex variable of all: gravity. CERN scientists exp…
What happens to the forgotten scraps left behind by early archaeologists?Archaeologists often leave behind more than just artifacts. This lecture explores the Petrie Museum’s collection of mundane items—like food wrappers and old invitations—that revea…
What happens to the government if a major attack occurs?This National Geographic film offers an exclusive look at the federal government's ultimate failsafe: the doomsday plane.- What happens to the human body after 186 days in orbit?Following his return to Earth, ESA astronaut Tim Peake discusses the conclusion of his Principia mission and the ongoing scientific study of his physical and mental adaptation to …
What happens to the human body after 340 days in microgravity?When NASA astronaut Scott Kelly spent a record-breaking year aboard the International Space Station, he wasn't just observing the stars. He was part of a high-stakes biological ex…
What happens to the human body after 340 days in orbit?To prepare for a journey to Mars, NASA needed to know how long-term spaceflight affects our biology. They sent Scott Kelly and Mikhail Kornienko into orbit for a record-breaking y…
What happens to the human body after 365 days in zero gravity?While six-month stays in orbit are common, NASA's year-long mission pushed the boundaries of human endurance. By studying the physiological shifts in astronauts during extended we…
What happens to the human body after spending a full year in orbit?Scott Kelly spent nearly 340 consecutive days aboard the International Space Station, providing NASA with a rare biological case study. By comparing his physiological data against…- What happens to the human body during a year in orbit?In this NASA footage, Expedition 43 Flight Engineers Scott Kelly and Mikhail Kornienko discuss the realities of their year-long mission aboard the International Space Station.
What happens to the human body during a year in orbit?NASA astronaut Scott Kelly and Roscosmos engineer Mikhail Kornienko spent 365 days aboard the International Space Station. This video explores their unprecedented mission to study…
What happens to the human body during a year in orbit?As the final days of a year-long mission approach, NASA Commander Scott Kelly discusses the vital biomedical research being conducted aboard the International Space Station.
What happens to the human body during a year in orbit?As Expedition 45 enters its ninth month, Commander Scott Kelly and Mikhail Kornienko are providing more than just orbital observations. They are serving as human test subjects, ga…
What happens to the human body during a year in orbit?As Expedition 46 enters its final months, Commander Scott Kelly and Flight Engineer Mikhail Kornienko discuss the challenges of long-duration spaceflight and the vital biomedical …- What happens to the human body when gravity disappears?ESA astronaut Luca Parmitano shares his firsthand experience as a human guinea pig in orbit. From monitoring bone density to diagnosing back problems remotely, this look at space …
What happens to the human body when the constant pull of gravity disappears?Astronaut Jay Buckey explores how our physiology relies on Earth's gravitational force. By applying insights from neuroscientists David Hubel and Torsten Wiesel, this video uses a…- What happens to the human mouth when it creates complex beatbox sounds?By filming beatboxer Flula at 1,500 frames per second, this video reveals the rapid, intricate lip movements behind vocal percussion. It explores the physics of sound production, …
What happens to the laws of physics at the universe's most extreme temperatures?Extreme heat and cold are rarely observed, yet they serve as critical testing grounds for our understanding of the universe. This video explores the strange physical phenomena tha…
What happens to the market when there is only one seller?Professor Jonathan Gruber explains the mechanics of monopoly, defining it as a market structure with a single provider. This lecture examines how monopolies maximize profits and t…
What happens to the rubble from your old driveway?This video follows Tom Silva and Kevin O’Connor to a recycling facility to witness the transformation of construction debris. See how truckloads of old foundations and driveways a…
What happens to the wild when humans finally leave?Explore a forgotten private island in Scotland where nature is reclaiming the ruins of human industry. This journey reveals how wildlife adapts to and inhabits spaces once dominat…
What happens to the world's tallest buildings when they reach the end of their life?Demolishing a skyscraper is a complex engineering feat that requires careful planning and execution. This video explores the logistical and structural challenges involved in takin…
What Happens to Tires During a Burnout When Viewed Through Thermal Imaging?A thermal camera reveals the intense physics behind a Honda S2000 burnout. In under five seconds, tire surface temperatures skyrocket from 19 degrees Celsius to over 160 degrees. …
What happens to two minor characters when the main stage lights go dark?Tom Stoppard’s absurdist masterpiece reimagines Shakespeare’s Hamlet from the perspective of two forgotten courtiers. As they drift through the wings of a tragedy they cannot comp…- What happens to your belongings if you are declared dead and then reappear?Every year, tens of thousands of people are accidentally declared dead due to clerical errors. This video explores the legal and personal complexities that arise when someone offi…
What happens to your body when you stop drinking alcohol for one month?Alcohol is deeply embedded in modern culture. This video explores the physiological effects of removing alcohol from your life for a single month, commonly known as Dry January, t…
What happens to your dinner from the first bite to the final exit?Dr. Chris van Tulleken takes us on a visceral tour of the human digestive system. From the initial sensory cues of smell and sight to the complex mechanics of the stomach and inte…
What happens to your mind when you are completely cut off from the world?In this episode of Mind Field, host Michael Stevens locks himself in a windowless, soundproof chamber for three days. The experiment explores the psychological and physiological e…