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S03 · E01Sugar
Aired Jul 16, 2021Rated 8.0 out of 10
Once crucial for survival, sugar now poses a health risk. Is there a way to satisfy our primeval craving for sweetness in a healthy, balanced way?
S03 · E02Royalty
Aired Jul 23, 2021Rated 7.3 out of 10
How do monarchies survive when they no longer wield power? By presenting a royal fairy tale that may not reflect the reality of the past — or present.
S03 · E03Flags
Aired Jul 30, 2021Rated 7.5 out of 10
A flag can unite, divide and terrorize. Explore how a piece of cloth transformed into a powerful symbol of both love and hate, freedom and oppression.
S03 · E04Dogs
Aired Aug 6, 2021Rated 8.0 out of 10
Who's a good dog? They all are! From puppy-dog eyes to feats of heroism, see how canines evolved into humankind's best friends and sources of pure love.
S03 · E05The End of Oil
Aired Aug 13, 2021Rated 6.8 out of 10
Oil led to huge advancements - and vast inequities. As the planet warms, why is it so hard to turn away from fossil fuels, and can it be done in time?
S03 · E06Chess
Aired Aug 20, 2021Rated 7.0 out of 10
For centuries, chess has captured hearts and minds — and pawns — and it's more popular than ever. What makes this ever-changing board game so special?
S03 · E07Your Skin
Aired Aug 27, 2021Rated 7.0 out of 10
Don’t panic, but our skin plays host to trillions of bacteria, fungi, mites and other microscopic guests. Go beyond skin-deep with our largest organ.
S03 · E08Apologies
Aired Sep 3, 2021Rated 6.5 out of 10
Apologizing is tough, and in this era of public mea culpas, forgiveness isn't guaranteed. What makes for a good apology, and why does it hold such power?
S03 · E09Hurricanes
Aired Sep 10, 2021Rated 7.0 out of 10
As the planet warms, hurricanes could become even more dangerous and destructive.
S03 · E10Plastic Surgery
Aired Sep 17, 2021Rated 7.5 out of 10
The Instagram face. A shapely posterior. Cosmetic surgery can make the latest beauty trends a reality. Explore its origins and effects, inside and out.
S03 · E11Dance Crazes
Aired Sep 24, 2021Rated 7.0 out of 10
From the waltz to voguing, dance crazes have connected people throughout history. But when a dance catches on, who gets the credit — and compensation?
S03 · E12Time
Aired Oct 1, 2021Rated 7.5 out of 10
Time flies… sometimes. Its passage can seem to speed up and slow down. Why do we experience time the way we do, and how do we take back some control?
S03 · E13Country Music
Aired Oct 8, 2021Rated 7.0 out of 10
Dirt roads. Pickup trucks. Hip-hop? As the borders around country music shift, who decides what defines the popular genre, and who gets to be a star?
S03 · E14Fairy Tales
Aired Oct 15, 2021Rated 8.0 out of 10
Fairy tales have survived thousands of years for a reason. Explore their far-flung history and how the stories speak to fundamental human concerns.