
En pocas palabras · Temporada 3
14 capítulos · 2021
Capítulo 11. Sugar
16 de julio de 202124 min
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?
Capítulo 22. Royalty
23 de julio de 202124 min
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.
Capítulo 33. Flags
30 de julio de 202122 min
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.
Capítulo 44. Dogs
6 de agosto de 202123 min
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.
Capítulo 55. The End of Oil
13 de agosto de 202121 min6.8
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?
Capítulo 66. Chess
20 de agosto de 202123 min
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?
Capítulo 77. Your Skin
27 de agosto de 202121 min
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.
Capítulo 88. Apologies
3 de septiembre de 202122 min
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?
Capítulo 99. Hurricanes
10 de septiembre de 202123 min
As the planet warms, hurricanes could become even more dangerous and destructive.
Capítulo 1010. Plastic Surgery
17 de septiembre de 202124 min
The Instagram face. A shapely posterior. Cosmetic surgery can make the latest beauty trends a reality. Explore its origins and effects, inside and out.
Capítulo 1111. Dance Crazes
24 de septiembre de 202120 min
From the waltz to voguing, dance crazes have connected people throughout history. But when a dance catches on, who gets the credit — and compensation?
Capítulo 1212. Time
1 de octubre de 202125 min
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?
Capítulo 1313. Country Music
8 de octubre de 202125 min
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?
Capítulo 1414. Fairy Tales
15 de octubre de 202124 min
Fairy tales have survived thousands of years for a reason. Explore their far-flung history and how the stories speak to fundamental human concerns.