21 July 2014 (2014-07-21) – 20 March 2015 (2015-03-20)
Science of Stupid is a comedic television series on the National Geographic Channel. The British version of the show was initially hosted by Richard Hammond, later replaced by Dallas Campbell.[1][2] Localised versions are produced in other territories with hosts such as Seth Herzog in the United States, later replaced by Ben Aaron,[3]Manish Paul in India,[4]Ramon Bautista in the Philippines[5] and Ymke Wieringa in the Netherlands. Versions are also broadcast in Latin America (one in Argentina and other in Mexico, with the same title), Brazil and Germany. The first episode aired on 21 July 2014. The second season of the show debuted on 2 March 2015, and the National Geographic Abu Dhabi Arabic Version are produced in other territories with hosts such as Fadi Shams in Middle East aired on 2018.
Summary
In each episode, viral videos where the subjects typically take on dangerous or silly activities and end up inflicting unintended physical self-harm are analyzed in a comedic way for their underlying scientific principles. The series takes these clips as cautionary tales and real world examples of actions that should not be repeated by the audience.
Localised versions of the series utilize the same viral videos, however the hosts, language, references, and jokes differ by country.
Episodes
A total of 29 episodes have been telecast over two seasons in the UK.[6] A total of 86 episodes were telecast in the Philippines over four seasons, each written by host Ramon Bautista and frequent collaborators Rohit Tharani and Ra Rivera.[7]
The host reveals how adventures turn to misadventures as he explores some of the most spectacular and humiliating scientific mishaps.
2
"Discus for Dummies"
22 July 2014 (2014-07-22)
Learn how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when riding a unicycle or jumping off a roof.
3
"Gravity's Call"
23 July 2014 (2014-07-23)
The host presents experiments gone wrong, revealing how easy it is for scientists to injure themselves while pole dancing, playing on a pogo stick or cutting down trees.
4
"Cannon Ball Ice Dude"
24 July 2014 (2014-07-24)
The host combines science and home footage to reveal how easy it can be for a person to injure or embarrass themselves while walking on ice or riding in a shopping trolley.
5
"What A Drag"
25 July 2014 (2014-07-25)
The host examines footage of people horse-riding, diving and using exercise balls as he reveals how misadventures can occur.
6
"Human Tower Disasters"
28 July 2014 (2014-07-28)
The host uses science and home footage to reveal the humiliating and painful potential of scooter stunts, break-dancing and swinging on ropes.
7
"Airbags vs. Airheads"
29 July 2014 (2014-07-29)
The host examines how accidents can occur while knocking down buildings, sledging and abusing airbags.
8
"Learning to Fly"
30 July 2014 (2014-07-30)
The host uses science and home footage to reveal the humiliating and painful potential of karate kicks, snowboarding on water and urban-biking bunny hops.
9
"Rooftop Drops"
31 July 2014 (2014-07-31)
The host uses science and home footage to reveal the humiliating and painful potential of riding a rodeo bull, and hanging upside down.
10
"Human Tower Disasters"
1 August 2014 (2014-08-01)
The host uses science and home footage to reveal the humiliating and painful ways people can injure themselves walking on stilts, firing a slingshot and playing a round of golf.
11
"Zip Line Fails"
4 August 2014 (2014-08-04)
The host uses science and home footage to reveal the humiliating and painful potential of riding down a zip line, playing on swings or swallowing powdered cinnamon.
12
"Bungee Cord Snaps"
5 August 2014 (2014-08-05)
The host uses science and home footage to reveal the humiliating and painful potential of bungee jumping, juggling and flying a kite - though not all at the same time.
13
"Pole Vault Mishaps"
6 August 2014 (2014-08-06)
The host uses science to reveal the humiliating and painful potential of more YouTube disasters, featuring pole vaulting, ski jumping and rolling down a hill in a dustbin.
14
"Jet Pack Failure"
7 August 2014 (2014-08-07)
The host uses science to reveal the humiliating and painful potential of more YouTube disasters, featuring people abseiling, running up walls and flying with a jet pack.
Season 2 (2015)
No.
Title
Original air date
1
"EPISODE 1"
2 March 2015 (2015-03-02)
What goes up, must come down! Kite surfers launch into the air, hurdlers miss their mark and break dancers lose their balance.
2
"EPISODE 2"
3 March 2015 (2015-03-03)
Revisit your childhood watching others climb trees and play leapfrog. Amateur sand surfers attempt to overcome friction and avoid eating sand.
3
"EPISODE 3"
4 March 2015 (2015-03-04)
Sliding down a hand rail on a staircase means you end up on the ground. And Ice Bucket Challengers take a hit to the head.
4
"EPISODE 4"
5 March 2015 (2015-03-05)
Tune in for flying cars, flying kayaks and flying dirt bikers! A standing jump may seem simple but turns into a nose dive.
5
"EPISODE 5"
6 March 2015 (2015-03-06)
There are many ways to embarrass and humiliate yourself when breathing fire, trying to run on water and performing tricks on a balance beam.
6
"EPISODE 6"
9 March 2015 (2015-03-09)
What do Segways, water balloons and yo-yos have in common? They all pack a pretty powerful punch!
7
"EPISODE 7"
10 March 2015 (2015-03-10)
Wintertime brings snow, ice, and fun when enjoyed wisely, but too much ambition sends some thrill seekers into the snow in a nose dive.
8
"EPISODE 8"
11 March 2015 (2015-03-11)
It's best to learn the laws of physics - if you ignore them you're likely to be on a one-way flight to the pavement.
9
"EPISODE 9"
12 March 2015 (2015-03-12)
Science experts reveal exactly how and why adventure can turn into misadventure.
10
"EPISODE 10"
13 March 2015 (2015-03-13)
Tune in for a smashing time, filled with crashing, falling and exploding! Watch drivers spinning into trees and snowmobiles going off course.
11
"EPISODE 11"
16 March 2015 (2015-03-16)
Exercise caution when headbanging, attempting a swan lift, or jumping into a bin, or you could embarrass and even injure yourself.
12
"EPISODE 12"
17 March 2015 (2015-03-17)
Some people can dive into the sea from giant cliffs and emerge unscathed, while others end up bloody after diving from the bank of a river.
13
"EPISODE 13"
18 March 2015 (2015-03-18)
We see how running downhill, attempting an aerial kick and launching a bottle rocket can all lead to disaster.
14
"EPISODE 14"
19 March 2015 (2015-03-19)
Learn just you can embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when driving over water, operating a crane and performing aerial tricks on skis.
15
"EPISODE 15"
20 March 2015 (2015-03-20)
Prepare yourself as amateurs attempt billiard trick shots and try to show off their Frisbee talents.
