Hosted by Morgan Freeman, Through the Wormhole explores the deepest mysteries of existence - the questions that have puzzled mankind for eternity. What are we made of? What was there before the beginning? Are we really alone? Is there a creator? These questions have been pondered by the most exquisite minds of the human race. Now, science has evolved to the point where hard facts and evidence may be able to provide us with answers instead of philosophical theories. Through the Wormhole brings together the brightest minds and best ideas from the very edges of science - Astrophysics, Astrobiology, Quantum Mechanics, String Theory, and more - to reveal the extraordinary truth of our Universe.
Written by Sophie and last updated on jan 18, 2023.
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The show takes a look at a new theory that says instead of passing on genes, humans have another purpose.
The episode was rated 7.56 from 140 votes.
The brains of pathological liars may provide insights on whether the human brain is wired for lying; technology can either make it easier for us to be dishonest, or could it someday instantly reveal someone is lying.
The episode was rated 7.59 from 109 votes.
Scientists, in various of fields, are taking seriously the possibility that this world maybe a virtual reality.
The episode was rated 7.61 from 173 votes.
The ticking clock could just be a trick of the mind; looking at the possibilities that science can make the clock move backwards.
The episode was rated 7.68 from 177 votes.
Odds are pretty good that extraterrestrial life exists; new research shows we should look closer to home, possibly inside our bodies.
The episode was rated 7.70 from 144 votes.
If you had less than one second to make a life-or-death decision to shoot a man who might be armed with a lethal weapon, what would you do? Would the ethnicity of the man affect your decision? Are you sure? The outcome – whatever your race – will surprise you. Brain imaging studies are showing that negative cultural stereotypes hijack everyone’s subconscious decision-making. But some science says we can overcome bigotry through exposure, self-awareness and flexible social networks… and, most controversially of all, ultra-violent video games!
The episode was rated 7.74 from 140 votes.
