Science of Stupid

20141 series
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Scientists reveal how adventures can turn into misadventures by exploring some spectacular mishaps. They apply science to a catalogue of stupidity to discover how and why it happened.

Ice Buckets and Kayaks: Episode Image
Episode 1Ice Buckets and Kayaks

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

Barbecues and Hammocks: Episode Image
Episode 2Barbecues and Hammocks

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

Surfing on Sand and Walking in Heels: Episode Image
Episode 3Surfing on Sand and Walking in Heels

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

Segways and Water Skis: Episode Image
Episode 4Segways and Water Skis

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

High Lines and Backflips: Episode Image
Episode 5High Lines and Backflips

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

Head Bangers and Acrobats: Episode Image
Episode 6Head Bangers and Acrobats

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

Breathing Fire and Running on Water: Episode Image
Episode 7Breathing Fire and Running on Water

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

Kayaks and Dirt Bikes: Episode Image
Episode 8Kayaks and Dirt Bikes

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

Hurdles and Head Spins: Episode Image
Episode 9Hurdles and Head Spins

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

High Jumps and Shallow Water: Episode Image
Episode 10High Jumps and Shallow Water

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

Piggyback Rides and Ladder Climbing: Episode Image
Episode 11Piggyback Rides and Ladder Climbing

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

Ski Tricks and Waterside Drives: Episode Image
Episode 12Ski Tricks and Waterside Drives

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

Bottle Rockets and Aerial Kicks: Episode Image
Episode 13Bottle Rockets and Aerial Kicks

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

Guitars and Snowmobiles: Episode Image
Episode 14Guitars and Snowmobiles

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

Frisbees and Hovercrafts: Episode Image
Episode 15Frisbees and Hovercrafts

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

Biking Downhill and Balancing on Balls: Episode Image
Episode 16Biking Downhill and Balancing on Balls

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

Ostriches and Go Karts: Episode Image
Episode 17Ostriches and Go Karts

Series two of the wince-worthy documentary shining a spotlight on ordinary folk making extraordinary mistakes. Richard Hammond hosts.

Lawn Mowers and Pinatas: Episode Image
Episode 18Lawn Mowers and Pinatas

Calamitous clips prove why dancing on tables, pulling wheelies on quad bikes and sliding on the floor can all end in humiliation and injury. With Richard Hammond.

Table Dancing and Sock Sliding: Episode Image
Episode 19Table Dancing and Sock Sliding

Richard Hammond explores why rollerblading, spinning nunchucks and riding mini motorbikes all have potential for major disaster.

Soccer Balls and Mousetraps: Episode Image
Episode 20Soccer Balls and Mousetraps

From a trip to a waterpark to attempting a spinning karate kick, Richard Hammond examines calamitous clips to discover just how easy it is to humiliate and hurt yourself.

Tennis Racket and Chair Dances: Episode Image
Episode 21Tennis Racket and Chair Dances

Richard Hammond proves why vaulting over walls, bouncing on gym balls and playing beer pong can all come with painful and humiliating perils.

Break Dances and Skateboards: Episode Image
Episode 22Break Dances and Skateboards

Richard Hammond checks out a host of clips to find out why stepping on and off boats can be a tricky business. He also explores why so much can go wrong in a game of table tennis.

Wall Crashes and Rollerblades: Episode Image
Episode 23Wall Crashes and Rollerblades

From standing on your head, to turning on a jet ski or just attending a wedding, Richard Hammond discovers how easy it is to embarrass and injure yourself.

Headstands and Jet Skis: Episode Image
Episode 24Headstands and Jet Skis

From playing racquet sports, to dancing on a chair and riding a bike, Richard Hammond investigates why everyday activities can so easily end in disaster.

Ice Skating and Swing Dancing: Episode Image
Episode 25Ice Skating and Swing Dancing

Science and disastrous clips reveal the many ways you can injure and humiliate yourself when rotating on a pommel horse and trying to jump in rollerblades. With Richard Hammond.

Beer Pong and Wall Vaults: Episode Image
Episode 26Beer Pong and Wall Vaults

Richard Hammond reveals just how easily people can injure and humiliate themselves as he checks out clips of people climbing lamp posts, breakdancing and going off-road on skateboards.

Nunchucks and Rollerblades: Episode Image
Episode 27Nunchucks and Rollerblades

Through wince-worthy clips, Richard Hammond explores why head butting plates, cans and watermelons can all have painful results. Plus, why is sailing such a tough skill to master?

Jet Skis and Pillow Fights: Episode Image
Episode 28Jet Skis and Pillow Fights

The series continues as Richard Hammond explores how easy it is to injure or embarrass yourself while ballet dancing and jet skiing.

Chest Bumps and Karate Kicks: Episode Image
Episode 29Chest Bumps and Karate Kicks

Science and catastrophic clips reveal why leaping through windows can be both dangerous and costly, as well as why go-karters should always know their limits.

Ping Pong and Leg Waxing: Episode Image
Episode 30Ping Pong and Leg Waxing

Science and catastrophic clips reveal the disasters awaiting adults who try to use children's playgrounds.

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