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So here we have another amazing old science video. This time it's about the wonders of light. I really liked the title. Anyway, this video is from 1940 and it covers the basics of physics of light and its applications. By the way I really like the opening, it sounds more like an opening of an old classic movie than a science documentary.
Showing posts with label documentaries. Show all posts
Showing posts with label documentaries. Show all posts
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Friday, December 2, 2011
Physics from the Past: Atom and Biological Science
This one is back from 1952. It describes some of the biological effects of high energy radiations on plants and animal cells. It also explains how typical experiments are conducted and demonstrates some of the protective measures required to insure the safety of the experimenters. Points out some possible applications of nuclear radiation to problems of human health, emphasizing work in the study of cancer.
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Physics from the Past: Electromagnetism in Silence
So here we have something special. It's an educational video back from the late 1920s about electromagnetism. It's the first silent physics video and by far the oldest I've seen so far.
So it's basically basics of electromagnetism, transformators, electricity transportation and stuff like that. It's hard to believe but it's basically the same stuff that we learn in school these days, even some equipment reminds me of high school experiments. So but be sure to check this one out as it is really hard to find such old physics videos these days. Cheers
So it's basically basics of electromagnetism, transformators, electricity transportation and stuff like that. It's hard to believe but it's basically the same stuff that we learn in school these days, even some equipment reminds me of high school experiments. So but be sure to check this one out as it is really hard to find such old physics videos these days. Cheers
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Physics from the Past: X-Rays
So we're back with another edition of the Physics from the Past. This time let's look at this old video about the mysterious form of electromagnetic radiation called X-Rays. The video is back from the 1940, and anybody who has seen some of the old school movies back from that period will notice that the quality is really good. Also I can't help but notice that the video has a quite interesting atmosphere - it feels like something from an episode of the Twilight Zone. Anyway, I think these old videos are really good, as even though they don't have flashy effects or modern animation, they focus on explaining the scientific ideas with simplicity and accuracy. So enjoy and don't forget to comment and subscribe. Cheers
Friday, November 18, 2011
Physics from the Past: The Mystery of Time 1957
Hey folks! As you all might know I'm a big fan of science documentaries. So as I was browsing the internet I've found some interesting old physics & science documentaries. So I decided to do this mini series of old science videos and documentaries.
The first one is called The Mystery of Time and it's back from the 1957. As all stuff from the 50s this documentary has a certain style and one of those classic elegantly sounding narrators. The beginning actually reminds me of the original Twilight Zone show. The quality is relatively good and even though they don't explain much about the nature of time, entropy or any other usual stuff that you hear in such documentaries it's still quite fun and interesting experience.
The first one is called The Mystery of Time and it's back from the 1957. As all stuff from the 50s this documentary has a certain style and one of those classic elegantly sounding narrators. The beginning actually reminds me of the original Twilight Zone show. The quality is relatively good and even though they don't explain much about the nature of time, entropy or any other usual stuff that you hear in such documentaries it's still quite fun and interesting experience.
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Brave New World Episode 2 - Medicine
In the 2nd episode of Brave New World scientists tell a story of the constant battle with killer diseases, the newest advances in medical science and how they change our lives. For more Channel 4 documentaries check out their youtube channel below.
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Friday, November 4, 2011
The Brave New World With Stephen Hawking
Remember those sci-fi movies back in the 80s and 90s where they showed futuristic stuff like modern mobile phones, wireless Internet accessible everywhere, huge LCD or holographic screens, flying cars and so on? Well I don't know how about you but I really do and I still laugh at those hilarious movies, where they show the "far future" of the year 2000 being super futuristic, even though it's only 20 or 10 years in the future. But the funny part is that we are really living in the future when it comes to many parts of our daily lives. I mean try to remember your first mobile phone or first computer. It seems like our lives didn't change that much in the last 20 years, with exception to technologies of communication. Today, wireless Internet is accessible mostly anywhere, whereas not having a mobile phone is just bizarre. We can download stuff with amazing speeds, video calls are a part of our everyday life and you can basically find any information you need on the world wide web. So it seems, we are really living in the future. Well, except the thing about flying cars, which is a shame... But you know it's funny how we all have these magic gadgets, but since they are a part of our routine, we forget how mind blowing our technology really is.
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Oh yeah, what I really wanted to show you is another great documentary with Stephen Hawking and a bunch of other great scientists from many different fields. In this newest work with Stephen Hawking they focus on the way science and technology affects our society. So yeah, it's nothing to fancy, but still a good watch when you get too lazy to watch something more technical.
Thanks for reading and don't forget to share and comment. Cheers!
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Oh yeah, what I really wanted to show you is another great documentary with Stephen Hawking and a bunch of other great scientists from many different fields. In this newest work with Stephen Hawking they focus on the way science and technology affects our society. So yeah, it's nothing to fancy, but still a good watch when you get too lazy to watch something more technical.
Thanks for reading and don't forget to share and comment. Cheers!
Friday, September 2, 2011
Dark Matters: Twisted but True Episode Guide
Hey folks, once again we have another brand new science documentary on Science Channel. The new show called "Dark Matters: Twisted but True" focuses on strange and twisted corners of science throughout the history.
So since the 1st episode has already aired let's check out how this science shows holds up. The first episode was about the secret Philadelphia experiment, secret Soviet experiments on apes and humans and the invention of the electric chair. I have to be honest I was hoping for a nice serious science documentary, but when I heard what the first episode will include I kind of lost hopes in this show. After all, what kind of science show, especially one at Science channel could talk about Philadelphia experiment, which most probably never happened plus ufo's and stuff like that.
Unfortunately, my feeling came out to be true, as this brand new documentary looked more like one of those pseudo-science shows where the "investigate" ufo's, teleporting war ships and all that other mumbo jumbo. The part where they talked about secret experiments in the Soviet union where scientists tried to create ape-man soldiers kind of killed the whole seriousness that the show had. The thing is that the show focuses to much on speculation while forgetting the facts. Though I have to admit the host of the show John Noble does a fantastic job as if he was born for such a role. It seems like the Science Channel wanted to quickly boost their rankings by appealing to the wide audience of ufo fans.
So yeah I guess the only good part was the last part of the show where they talked about the creation of the electric chair. It was more serious and accurate in comparison to other two parts of the episode. It kind of makes you wish that the whole show was more like that.
In conclusion, it's not the best choice for the fans of serious documentaries, but if you're a fan ufo's, conspiracy theories and stuff like that, this show is what you're looking for. So here's a short guide of all the six episodes in the first season.
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Episode 1 (airs on August 31): The Philadelphia Experiment, Ape-man Army and Zapped to Death.
Episode 2 (airs on September 7): I Have Einstein's Brain, Unidentified Flying Nazis and Killer Thoughts.
Episode 3 (airs on September 14): Sexy Secret Agent, Full Body Transplant and Honey I Nuked the Planet.
Episode 4 (airs on September 21): It's Alive!, Tripping with uncle Sam and My Hand is Killing Me.
Episode 5 (airs on September 28): 21 Grams, Missing Cosmonauts and Sound of Death.
Episode 6 (airs on October 5): Radio Waves of Death, How to Make a Zombie and Jekyll vs Hyde.
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For more info on every episode check out this link.
So since the 1st episode has already aired let's check out how this science shows holds up. The first episode was about the secret Philadelphia experiment, secret Soviet experiments on apes and humans and the invention of the electric chair. I have to be honest I was hoping for a nice serious science documentary, but when I heard what the first episode will include I kind of lost hopes in this show. After all, what kind of science show, especially one at Science channel could talk about Philadelphia experiment, which most probably never happened plus ufo's and stuff like that.
Unfortunately, my feeling came out to be true, as this brand new documentary looked more like one of those pseudo-science shows where the "investigate" ufo's, teleporting war ships and all that other mumbo jumbo. The part where they talked about secret experiments in the Soviet union where scientists tried to create ape-man soldiers kind of killed the whole seriousness that the show had. The thing is that the show focuses to much on speculation while forgetting the facts. Though I have to admit the host of the show John Noble does a fantastic job as if he was born for such a role. It seems like the Science Channel wanted to quickly boost their rankings by appealing to the wide audience of ufo fans.
So yeah I guess the only good part was the last part of the show where they talked about the creation of the electric chair. It was more serious and accurate in comparison to other two parts of the episode. It kind of makes you wish that the whole show was more like that.
In conclusion, it's not the best choice for the fans of serious documentaries, but if you're a fan ufo's, conspiracy theories and stuff like that, this show is what you're looking for. So here's a short guide of all the six episodes in the first season.
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Episode 1 (airs on August 31): The Philadelphia Experiment, Ape-man Army and Zapped to Death.
Episode 2 (airs on September 7): I Have Einstein's Brain, Unidentified Flying Nazis and Killer Thoughts.
Episode 3 (airs on September 14): Sexy Secret Agent, Full Body Transplant and Honey I Nuked the Planet.
Episode 4 (airs on September 21): It's Alive!, Tripping with uncle Sam and My Hand is Killing Me.
Episode 5 (airs on September 28): 21 Grams, Missing Cosmonauts and Sound of Death.
Episode 6 (airs on October 5): Radio Waves of Death, How to Make a Zombie and Jekyll vs Hyde.
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For more info on every episode check out this link.
Friday, August 19, 2011
Curiosity Episode Guide
So, as you might already know, a brand new science documentary show has just came out on Discovery channel. "Curiosity" is a unique show that focuses on a variety scientific and even daily questions, such as whether there is a god, how could we fight an alien invasion or why sex is pleasurable and so much more.
There episodes during the first season which will air on a number of channels all around the world. So let's check what the first season is all about.
by the way). In conclusion, it's a great episode for physics fans.
Episode 2: Alien Invasion: Are We Ready?
Host Michelle Rodriguez brings together a bunch of great scientists to tackle the question of what would happen if aliens would invade our planet.
Episode 3: Why is Sex Fun?
Males have orgasms to release semen but what about females? Why do they have orgasms? These questions will be tackled by the guest host Maggie Gyllenhaal.
Episode 4: What Drowned the Titanic?
This great episode focuses on the science and drama behind the real story of Titanic.
Episode 5: Is There a Parallel Universe?
This great episode is hosted by Morgan Freeman (from another great documentary "Through the Wormhole"). He explores the science behind parallel universes.
Episode 6: How did America Get Its Shape?
As the name of the episode says, this one explores the story behind the formation of the continent.
Episode 7: Birth of America
This episode dives deep into the history of America.
Episode 8: Time Bomb Earth
I guess this one's about the end of planet Earth and how and when is it most likely to occur.
Thanks for checking this out guys. Please comment and follow. Cheers
PS. This is not an official episode guide so if you notice any mistakes feel free to tell me.
There episodes during the first season which will air on a number of channels all around the world. So let's check what the first season is all about.
- Episode 1: Did God Create the Universe?
by the way). In conclusion, it's a great episode for physics fans.Episode 2: Alien Invasion: Are We Ready?
Host Michelle Rodriguez brings together a bunch of great scientists to tackle the question of what would happen if aliens would invade our planet.
Episode 3: Why is Sex Fun?
Males have orgasms to release semen but what about females? Why do they have orgasms? These questions will be tackled by the guest host Maggie Gyllenhaal.
Episode 4: What Drowned the Titanic?
This great episode focuses on the science and drama behind the real story of Titanic.
Episode 5: Is There a Parallel Universe?
This great episode is hosted by Morgan Freeman (from another great documentary "Through the Wormhole"). He explores the science behind parallel universes.
Episode 6: How did America Get Its Shape?
As the name of the episode says, this one explores the story behind the formation of the continent.
Episode 7: Birth of America
This episode dives deep into the history of America.
Episode 8: Time Bomb Earth
I guess this one's about the end of planet Earth and how and when is it most likely to occur.
Thanks for checking this out guys. Please comment and follow. Cheers
PS. This is not an official episode guide so if you notice any mistakes feel free to tell me.
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
"Curiosity" - a Brand New Science Show on Discovery
Guess what - there's another great science documentary coming soon. A brand new show tackling the mysteries of the universe is going on air this Sunday ( August 7th) on 8 pm.
Discovery announced that it's going to be a multicast show translated to 44 different languages. In addition, it will be broadcasted on Animal Planet, Science Channel and TLC.
Producer of the show during the press conference said that the show will be focusing on three main areas - ourselves, our world and our place in the universe. The first episode is going to be called "Did God Create the Universe?" So be sure to check this show out because it sounds promising.
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Discovery announced that it's going to be a multicast show translated to 44 different languages. In addition, it will be broadcasted on Animal Planet, Science Channel and TLC.
Producer of the show during the press conference said that the show will be focusing on three main areas - ourselves, our world and our place in the universe. The first episode is going to be called "Did God Create the Universe?" So be sure to check this show out because it sounds promising.
Thanks for reading! Please follow and comment. Cheers
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Saturday, July 23, 2011
God vs Science
Have you ever wondered where did the universe come form? It seems that for thousands of years only religion could try to tackle this question. As every religion was based on a belief of a god or group of gods who created everything including the universe and Earth. However, these days, the situation has changed radically.
These days science is closer than ever to answering many important questions about the universe. We even have a solid theory of the big bang, which explains the beginning of the universe (though it can't explain the cause of it). The development of science has brought us many important answers about the universe and if his keeps up, we might find even more fascinating answers to the biggest questions about the universe in the near future.
Of course there are people who believe that science cannot answer anything related to the creation and the purpose of the universe. This is natural, as religion often conflicts with science. But is there no place for god in science? Or is belief in god compatible with science? This Horizon documentary tackles these questions. Enjoy!
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These days science is closer than ever to answering many important questions about the universe. We even have a solid theory of the big bang, which explains the beginning of the universe (though it can't explain the cause of it). The development of science has brought us many important answers about the universe and if his keeps up, we might find even more fascinating answers to the biggest questions about the universe in the near future.
Of course there are people who believe that science cannot answer anything related to the creation and the purpose of the universe. This is natural, as religion often conflicts with science. But is there no place for god in science? Or is belief in god compatible with science? This Horizon documentary tackles these questions. Enjoy!
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Sunday, July 17, 2011
The Hawking Paradox aka Hawking vs Susskind
When it comes to modern cosmology not many physicists are more unique and popular than Stephen Hawking. Besides being a great scientists, Hawking has also become a world wide celebrity - he's often featured in science documentaries, radio shows and even science fiction. But what made Hawking so popular?
Perhaps Stephen Hawking became so popular due to his most controversial discovery of the so called black hole information paradox. Long story short, Hawking discovered that black possibly destroy the information of what fell into them. This great Horizon documentary tells the story of this great discovery. In addition it has some interesting biographical facts about Stephen Hawking plus all the cool stuff that usual comes with Horizon documentaries like cool visuals and great narration.
What is really great about this documentary is that it also features the famous theoretical physicist from Stanford - Leonard Susskind. Susskind, as many of the physicists of the time, did not believe that black holes might swallow the information, so he, for many years, tried to created a theory, which would resolve the information paradox. This gave rise to a very interesting professional competition between these two great scientists.
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Perhaps Stephen Hawking became so popular due to his most controversial discovery of the so called black hole information paradox. Long story short, Hawking discovered that black possibly destroy the information of what fell into them. This great Horizon documentary tells the story of this great discovery. In addition it has some interesting biographical facts about Stephen Hawking plus all the cool stuff that usual comes with Horizon documentaries like cool visuals and great narration.
What is really great about this documentary is that it also features the famous theoretical physicist from Stanford - Leonard Susskind. Susskind, as many of the physicists of the time, did not believe that black holes might swallow the information, so he, for many years, tried to created a theory, which would resolve the information paradox. This gave rise to a very interesting professional competition between these two great scientists.
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Saturday, July 16, 2011
Einstein's Unfinished Symphony
When it comes to physics, the first person that comes to our heads is Albert Einstein. The famous picture of this colossal figure of science taken in 1951 shows the charismatic and humorous side of the genius. In a sense, this picture captures the whole essence of Einstein as a scientists - a brave risk taker and a rebel among the genii of physics.
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Everybody these days knows about the successful theories of Einstein. However, not many people know about the most important and definitely the hardest theory that Einstein never finished - the theory of everything. This grand theory would be the greatest achievement of theoretical physics, as it would combine all the known laws of physics, explain all the forces and behaviour of particles and large objects such as planets, galaxies and the universe itself.
So let's check out this great documentary, that tells a story of Einstein's unfinished theory of everything. It contains great actors as well as interesting biographical facts. Enjoy.
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Everybody these days knows about the successful theories of Einstein. However, not many people know about the most important and definitely the hardest theory that Einstein never finished - the theory of everything. This grand theory would be the greatest achievement of theoretical physics, as it would combine all the known laws of physics, explain all the forces and behaviour of particles and large objects such as planets, galaxies and the universe itself.
So let's check out this great documentary, that tells a story of Einstein's unfinished theory of everything. It contains great actors as well as interesting biographical facts. Enjoy.
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Thanks for watching. If you like my stuff feel free to subscribe and comment. Cheers!
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Watch Science Programs at BBC iPlayer Live
So once again I found another great way to watch your favourite documentaries about science and all that interesting stuff. Yeah of curse you can watch them on youtube, but there's another great website where you can find high quality science videos. Also you can watch them live.
The website is called BBC iPlayer and it contains a variety of programs as well as live BBC 1 - 4 channels. So you can basically find everything on this website starting with your favourite TV show ending with amazing Horizon documentaries.
So thanks for reading and I hope this will be useful to you.
BBC iPlayer
The website is called BBC iPlayer and it contains a variety of programs as well as live BBC 1 - 4 channels. So you can basically find everything on this website starting with your favourite TV show ending with amazing Horizon documentaries.
So thanks for reading and I hope this will be useful to you.
BBC iPlayer
