Through the prism of Jeff Goldblum's always inquisitive and highly entertaining mind, nothing is as it seems. Each episode is centered around something we all love — like sneakers or ice cream — as Jeff pulls the thread on these deceptively familiar objects and unravels a wonderful world of astonishing connections, fascinating science and history, amazing people, and a whole lot of surprising big ideas and insights.
Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 08, 2023.
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Jeff Goldblum is buzzed about Coffee as he learns the secrets behind its popularity and ubiquity. From driving cattle on the Texan plains to enjoying a late-night cup of Joe and meeting the brains behind ‘Latte Art,’ Jeff delves into a drink that’s becoming both an art and a science,while he also plays a crucial role in facilitating social interaction.
The episode was rated 7.19 from 75 votes.
Jeff Goldblum takes his tastebuds on a delectable trip within the world of ice cream. He forages for ingredients in the wild and serves the treat from a van at the Las Vegas Rockabilly Festival.
The episode was rated 7.20 from 156 votes.
Jeff measures perfectly manicured lawns and sets sail with swashbuckling pirates before scaling some of the tallest trees in the world and linking up with the Wood Wide Web. Along the way, Jeff also helps a community garden and discovers how nurturing nature helps plants and humans to grow together.
The episode was rated 7.20 from 30 votes.
Jeff gets under the skin of the tattoo community and discovers a world of passionate artists, deep history and eccentric personalities.
The episode was rated 7.21 from 122 votes.
Jeff Goldblum plugs in to the world of GAMING and all it has to offer.
The episode was rated 7.24 from 105 votes.
Jeff Goldblum grabs his magnifying glass for a close-up at our love of tiny things. From discovering how LEGOs help kids to be adults and adults to be kids to cooking a gourmet meal for a panel of discerning judges and diving for some marvelous microorganisms, Jeff reveals there’s more to small stuff than toys and cuteness. These miniatures actually shape the world around us.
The episode was rated 7.24 from 41 votes.
Jeff sets out to investigate the multi-million billion dollar industry of sneakers. His journey includes the basketball court, the boardroom, the country's sneaker convention - Sneaker Con - and Adidas' high tech labs.
The episode was rated 7.25 from 216 votes.
Jeff discovers the frightening truth behind why we love to be scared: We need monsters in our lives. Without them, the world would be a whole lot more terrifying.
The episode was rated 7.30 from 47 votes.
Jeff Goldblum rolls into the RV capital of the world to investigate the unique mode of transport and the lifestyle that goes with it. He witnesses the RV Summer Super Show; tours an RV manufacturing factory; and rides with a family who has chosen to live permanently on the road. Through it all, he ponders the conflict between our need for stability and desire to roam free.
The episode was rated 7.31 from 80 votes.
Jeff Goldblum faces the truth about cosmetics and discovers that it is a vehicle for both embracing who you are or becoming someone else entirely. From taking a crash course on all things cosmetic and learning the spiritual meaning behind Native American face designs to getting groovy at a drag-queenshow, Jeff gets to the root of why the world is crazy for cosmetics.
The episode was rated 7.32 from 71 votes.
Jeff Goldblum slips into the tight-fitting, powerful world of DENIM.
The episode was rated 7.33 from 102 votes.
Now a billion-dollar industry, Jeff learns the fireworks business is booming as he encounters pyrotechnics superfans and gets a private audience with the "First Family of Fireworks".
The episode was rated 7.35 from 43 votes.
Jeff Goldblum gets acquainted with man’s best friend and uncovers our obsession with DOGS.
The episode was rated 7.40 from 53 votes.
Jeff Goldblum takes a dip into the world of pools and follows his curiosity about its impact and ability to break boundaries. Jeff’s journey includes experiencing an LA water park, an aqua-therapy center and NASA’s neutral buoyancy lab, where he discovers firsthand the unique qualities of water and our relationship to it. He even tries his hand at synchronized swim routines in the process.
The episode was rated 7.50 from 70 votes.
Prepare to be amazed as Jeff Goldblum investigates the ancient secrets of MAGIC. Jeff learns some mind-bending tricks from Las Vegas icons Penn & Teller and has his perception of reality destroyed by viral superstar Zach King.
The episode was rated 7.52 from 48 votes.
