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The Secret Genius of Modern Life episode 15 - Rollercoaster

The Secret Genius of Modern Life episode 15 – Rollercoaster

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The Secret Genius of Modern Life episode 15 – Rollercoaster: Have you ever felt that glorious, terrifying mix of excitement and dread? You know the feeling. It happens right as you crest the hill of a giant rollercoaster. Your heart pounds like a drum against your ribs. Your stomach seems to vanish entirely. Then, suddenly, you plunge downwards, screaming with pure, unadulterated joy. For well over a century, these incredible machines have offered us this unique blend of fear and fun.

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The Architecture the Railways Built episode 4

The Architecture the Railways Built episode 4

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The Architecture the Railways Built episode 4: Railways are more than just steel tracks and locomotives—they are a testament to human ingenuity, engineering mastery, and the power of connection. In episode four of The Architecture the Railways Built, railway historian and presenter Tim Dunn embarks on a breathtaking journey through two iconic railway sites, each with its own unique story to tell.

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The Sky at Night - The Search for Alien Life

The Sky at Night – The Search for Alien Life

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The Sky at Night – The Search for Alien Life – The Sky at Night team delves into the latest scientific advancements in the search for extraterrestrial life. With a heightened obsession for finding aliens, scientists are employing the most sophisticated engineering and technology to explore bizarre and fascinating areas across the universe.       Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock visits Professor Mark Sephton at Imperial College London, who is leading the Perseverance Rover mission to Mars. This mission is remarkable as it will bring samples of rock from another planet back to Earth. Mark showcases how images sent from the

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