The Nature of Things

Season 64

14 episodes · Jan 2, 2025

New hosts Sarika Cullis-Suzuki and Anthony Morgan take on The Nature of Things, the world's longest-running science documentary series.

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  • Teenager
    S64E1

    Teenager

    Jan 2, 202544m

    The science of adolescence: understanding this dramatic, mysterious and critically important phase of life, for humans and other animals.

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  • Sweat!
    S64E2

    Sweat!

    Jan 9, 202544m

    As global temperatures rise, Anthony Morgan investigates the human body's natural cooling system; he examines sweat, an often underappreciated bodily function and its crucial role.

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  • Foodspiracy
    S64E3

    Foodspiracy

    Jan 16, 202544m

    Sarika Cullis-Suzuki and Anthony Morgan study ultra-processed foods; they examine why these foods are appealing; they investigate the health effects.

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  • Shared Planet: Cities
    S64E4

    Shared Planet: Cities

    Jan 23, 202544m

    From New York to Kolkata, there are surprising benefits to us that come from sharing space with the wildlife in our cities.

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  • Shared Planet: Open Spaces
    S64E5

    Shared Planet: Open Spaces

    Jan 30, 202544m

    Grasslands account for half of the total land area on the planet and most have been converted for human use; there are some places though where people and wildlife can both prosper by sharing space.

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  • Shared Planet: Waters
    S64E6

    Shared Planet: Waters

    Feb 6, 202544m

    Water provides the largest habitat on Earth, but water-dependent wildlife is declining fast. Learning to share these watery worlds can offer a brighter future for the entire planet.

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  • Shared Planet: Forests
    S64E7

    Shared Planet: Forests

    Feb 13, 202544m

    Forests are essential for life on our planet, but humans are cutting more down every year; these inspiring people are reshaping how we live and work in Earth's forests, sharing space with wildlife.

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  • The Secret Knowledge of Animals
    S64E8

    The Secret Knowledge of Animals

    Feb 20, 202544m

    From goats that can sense upcoming volcanic eruptions to birds that know how to avoid tsunamis and cyclones, scientists are using wearable technology to tap into the "secret knowledge" of animals.

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  • Singing Back the Buffalo
    S64E9

    Singing Back the Buffalo

    Mar 5, 202544m

    A richly visual and deeply uplifting story of humanity’s connections to buffalo how their return to the Great Plains can usher in a new era of sustainability and balance.

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  • Dances with Cranes
    S64E10

    Dances with Cranes

    Mar 13, 202544m

    A year in the life of whooping cranes, and the humans saving them from extinction.

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  • Plastic People
    S64E11

    Plastic People

    Mar 20, 202544m

    Microplastics are everywhere. Sarika Cullis-Suzuki joins science journalist Ziya Tong for an investigation into our addiction to plastic and the growing threat of microplastics on human health.

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  • Animal Pride
    S64E12

    Animal Pride

    May 28, 202544m

    This is nature's coming out story. Connel Bradwell challenges mainstream biology's blindspots and explores the true diversity of gender and sexuality in nature.

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  • Dad Bods
    S64E13

    Dad Bods

    Jun 4, 202544m

    Science is revealing the truth about 'dad bods' and how having a child can dramatically affect the brains and bodies of men. Real dad bods are less about the pudge and more about the smarts.

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  • Implosion: The Titanic Sub Disaster
    S64E14

    Implosion: The Titanic Sub Disaster

    Jun 6, 202544m

    A dive to the Titanic. A fatal implosion. Inside the investigation to uncover the truth about the Titan's final journey.

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