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Science 34 summaries
Mar 09 - Mar 15, 2026
5 videos
Mummies Frozen in Time (Full Episode) | DOCUMENTARY SPECIAL | National Geographic thumbnail

Mummies Frozen in Time (Full Episode) | DOCUMENTARY SPECIAL | National Geographic

The video compares several ancient mummies from different regions, showing how modern science uncovers their stories and what they reveal about past rituals, diets, and connections across civilizations.

00:00:45 read 00:44:24 video 8 chapters
Global Illegal Trades | Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller MEGA Episode | National Geographic thumbnail

Global Illegal Trades | Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller MEGA Episode | National Geographic

The video investigates how hash and other illicit goods are produced, moved, and sold across Europe and beyond, highlighting the scale, the key power brokers, and the risks involved in this global black market. It also expands to wildlife and human body parts trafficking to show how legal industries can enable or conceal crime, and ends with calls for reform and ethical action.

00:00:50 read 02:12:33 video 9 chapters
Lost in the Bermuda Triangle (Full Episode) | Witness to Disaster | National Geographic thumbnail

Lost in the Bermuda Triangle (Full Episode) | Witness to Disaster | National Geographic

The video recounts the sinking of El Faro during Hurricane Joaquin, exploring the crew's experiences, the storm's rapid intensification, and the investigation that followed, which led to reforms in maritime safety and crew communication.

00:00:47 read 00:44:24 video 9 chapters
Riding the Avalanche (Full Episode) | Edge of the Unknown with Jimmy Chin | National Geographic thumbnail

Riding the Avalanche (Full Episode) | Edge of the Unknown with Jimmy Chin | National Geographic

The video follows Travis Rice and his collaborators as they explore pushing the boundaries of big mountain snowboarding, the dangers involved, and the personal reflection after a near fatal avalanche in Alaska. It contrasts artistic pursuit with risk, showing how discipline, preparation, and mindset shape the choice to continue chasing extreme goals.

00:00:38 read 00:22:18 video 5 chapters
Jamaica's Incredible Caribbean Food in 24 Hours | Epic Food Journeys with Mark Wiens | Nat Geo thumbnail

Jamaica's Incredible Caribbean Food in 24 Hours | Epic Food Journeys with Mark Wiens | Nat Geo

A journey through Jamaica's honest, home-cooked flavors beyond the tourist scene, meeting locals and tasting a range of dishes—from fresh seafood and ackee with saltfish to ital vegetarian meals and iconic jerk. The host and friends uncover the culture behind the food, exploring market stalls, street grills, and family-owned kitchens that reveal Jamaica’s love of sharing, tradition, and fiery, flavorful seasoning.

00:01:13 read 00:27:58 video 8 chapters
Mar 02 - Mar 08, 2026
5 videos
Narco Wars, Bernie Madoff, & More | In Their Own Words MEGA Episode | National Geographic thumbnail

Narco Wars, Bernie Madoff, & More | In Their Own Words MEGA Episode | National Geographic

The video juxtaposes the rise and fall of Pablo Escobar and the Bernie Madoff saga to reveal how drug cartels and fraudulent finance can wield vast power, terrorize societies, and corrupt institutions. It tracks Escobar’s brutal campaign, the global crackdown, and his surrender and demise, then shifts to Madoff’s decades-long Ponzi scheme, the emotional toll on victims and families, and the legal reckoning that followed. Across both stories, themes of crime, corruption, accountability, and the human cost of greed are explored through interviews and archival footage.

00:01:04 read 02:12:20 video 3 chapters
To The Grinder (Full Episode) | To Catch a Smuggler thumbnail

To The Grinder (Full Episode) | To Catch a Smuggler

The video follows a multiagency operation targeting meth trafficking at the US-Mexico border, combining undercover busts, vehicle searches, and advanced testing to seize narcotics and weapons while educating the public about regulations. It also showcases border and agriculture inspections and the use of forensic tools to pursue leads and prosecute traffickers.

00:00:45 read 00:44:05 video 9 chapters
Examining the Queens of Ancient Egypt | Lost Treasures of Egypt MEGA Episode | National Geographic thumbnail

Examining the Queens of Ancient Egypt | Lost Treasures of Egypt MEGA Episode | National Geographic

The video follows multiple modern archaeological expeditions across Egypt that uncover how Cleopatra, Hatshepsut, Nefertiti and their era’s culture were shaped by power, religion, and myth, through tunnels, temples, tombs, and priceless artifacts.

00:00:46 read 02:12:21 video 7 chapters
Rescue Arrives (Full Episode) | Tsunami: Race Against Time | National Geographic thumbnail

Rescue Arrives (Full Episode) | Tsunami: Race Against Time | National Geographic

The video recounts a devastating tsunami and its immediate aftermath through personal survivor accounts, highlighting the chaos, medical crises, heroic rescues, and the lasting push to improve warning systems for future disasters.

00:00:39 read 00:44:18 video 8 chapters
Senegal Food Tour: 24 Hours of Unforgettable Cuisine | Epic Food Journeys with Mark Wiens | Nat Geo thumbnail

Senegal Food Tour: 24 Hours of Unforgettable Cuisine | Epic Food Journeys with Mark Wiens | Nat Geo

Mark Wiens explores Dakar’s vibrant food scene, moving from quiet neighborhood breakfasts to bustling markets and grill houses. He savors a range of Senegalese staples—ndambe sandwiches, thiéboudienne, mafe, yassa shrimp—and spicy goana sauces, while meeting locals like Fatou Bintou and Pape, highlighting hospitality, family, and community through shared meals.

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