Science of Stupid

Épisode 1 - Don't Lose Your Lunch

9 avril 2014

Learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when weightlifting, shooting guns or jumping over cars.

Épisode 2 - Ring of Fire

9 avril 2014

Learn just how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself while riding a unicycle, running on a treadmill – or jumping off a roof.

Épisode 3 - Dancing Disasters

16 avril 2014

Learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when pole dancing, using a pogo stick and cutting down a tree.

Épisode 4 - Discus for Dummies

16 avril 2014

Science experts reveal exactly how and why adventure can turn into misadventure.

Épisode 5 - Airbags vs. Airheads

23 avril 2014 - 5/5

Science experts reveal exactly how and why adventure can turn into misadventure.

Épisode 6 - Zip Line Fails

23 avril 2014 - 4/5

Richard Hammond explores the humiliating and painful potential of scooter stunts, break dancing and swinging on ropes.

Épisode 7 - Karate Flops

30 avril 2014 - 5/5

Richard Hammond explores the painful potential of knocking down buildings, sledging and abusing airbags.

Épisode 8 - Learning to Fly

30 avril 2014

Richard Hammond explores the humiliating and painful potential of karate kicks, urban-biking bunny hops and snowboarding on water.

Épisode 9 - Rooftop Drops

30 avril 2014

Clips featured include embarrassing tubing, taking a ride on a rodeo bull and hanging upside down.

Épisode 10 - Human Tower Disasters

30 avril 2014

Richard Hammond presents clips of people stilt walking, firing a sling slot and playing golf.

Épisode 11 - Poolside Fails

7 mai 2014

Richard Hammond explores the potential to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when riding a zip line or trying to swallow powdered cinnamon.

Épisode 12 - Bungee Cord Snaps

7 mai 2014

A look at juggling, flying a kite and bungee jumping.

Épisode 13 - Pole Vaulting Mishaps

14 mai 2014

Richard Hammond explores the potential to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when pole vaulting or just rolling down a hill in a trash can.

Épisode 14 - Jet Pack Failure

14 mai 2014

Richard Hammond explores the potential to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when abseiling, running up walls or flying with a jet pack.

Épisode 1 - Horsepower Is Not Your Friend

13 avril 2015

In this episode, Richard Hammond explores the many ways to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when horse riding, diving and playing with exercise balls.

Épisode 2 - Wheelies Gone Wrong

13 avril 2015 - 5/5

In this episode, Richard Hammond explores the humiliating and painful potential of scooter stunts, break dancing and swinging on ropes.

Épisode 3 - The Motion of the Ocean

20 avril 2015 - 5/5

In this episode, host Richard Hammond explores the painful potential of knocking down buildings, sledging and abusing airbags.

Épisode 4 - Half-Pipe Wipeouts

4 mai 2015 - 5/5

Épisode 5 - Wall Running Face Plants

11 mai 2015 - 5/5

Épisode 6 - Flip Flops and Power Purges

18 mai 2015

Épisode 7 - Roof Jumping: To Infinity and Below

18 mai 2015

Épisode 8 - Ice Buckets and Kayaks

17 juillet 2015

Épisode 9 - Barbecues and Hammocks

17 juillet 2015

Épisode 10 - Surfing on Sand and Walking in Heels

17 juillet 2015

Épisode 11 - Segways and Water Skis

24 juillet 2015

Épisode 12 - High Lines and Back Flips

24 juillet 2015

Épisode 13 - Head Bangers and Acrobats

24 juillet 2015

Épisode 14 - Breathing Fire and Running on Water

31 juillet 2015

Épisode 15 - Kayaks and Dirt Bikes

31 juillet 2015

Épisode 16 - Hurdles and Head Spins

31 juillet 2015

Épisode 17 - High Jumps and Shallow Water

7 août 2015

Épisode 18 - Piggyback Rides and Ladder Climbing

7 août 2015

Épisode 19 - Ski Tricks and Waterside Drives

7 août 2015

Épisode 20 - Bottle Rockets and Aerial Kicks

14 août 2015

Épisode 21 - Frisbees and Hovercrafts

14 août 2015

Épisode 22 - Ostriches and Go Karts

21 août 2015

Épisode 23 - Lawn Mowers and Pinatas

21 août 2015

Épisode 24 - Table Dancing and Sock Sliding

28 août 2015

Épisode 25 - Soccer Balls and Mousetraps

28 août 2015

Épisode 26 - Tennis Racket and Chair Dances

28 août 2015

Épisode 27 - Break Dances and Skateboards

28 août 2015

Épisode 28 - Wall Crashes and Rollerblades

28 août 2015

Épisode 29 - Headstands and Jet Skis

28 août 2015

Épisode 30 - Ice Skating and Swing Dancing

4 septembre 2015

Épisode 31 - Beer Pong and Wall Vaults

4 septembre 2015

Épisode 32 - Nunchucks and Rollerblades

4 septembre 2015

Épisode 33 - Jet Skis and Pillow Fights

4 septembre 2015

Épisode 34 - Ping Pong and Leg Waxing

4 septembre 2015

Épisode 1 - Episode 1

1 avril 2016

Richard Hammond reveals the science behind a whole host of new and spectacular mishaps. First, he explores the many ways to humiliate yourself when paragliding and riding dirt bikes.

Épisode 2 - Episode 2

1 avril 2016

From sword tricks to pulling a wheelie, clips reveal that great stunts can often go terribly wrong. Richard Hammond reveals the science behind such extraordinary misadventures.

Épisode 3 - Episode 3

8 avril 2016

Street luge racing and cycling down steps can both have painful and humiliating consequences. Richard Hammond explores how things can go so spectacularly wrong.

Épisode 4 - Episode 4

8 avril 2016

Richard Hammond turns his attention to cliff diving, swinging a sledgehammer and riding a motorised scooter as he reveals the science behind dangerous and humiliating misadventures.

Épisode 5 - Episode 5

15 avril 2016

From attempting a tandem motorbike wheelie to trampolining with friends, Richard Hammond reveals the science behind a spectacular set of mishaps.

Épisode 6 - Episode 6

15 avril 2016

Richard Hammond explores why spectacular stunts often turn into embarrassing disasters. He takes a look at what can happen when you motorbike on sand and try to ski on metal rails.

Épisode 7 - Episode 7

22 avril 2016

Combining hard science with spectacular mishaps, Richard Hammond reveals why bouncing on beds and catapulting your friends into the air can both end in painful disaster.

Épisode 8 - Episode 8

22 avril 2016

Ever wondered why it is so easy to injure or humiliate yourself on a toboggan? Using clips of spectacular sledging mishaps, Richard Hammond investigates.

Épisode 9 - Episode 9

29 avril 2016

Richard Hammond investigates the science behind a host of new painful and humiliating mishaps, including a snowboard trick that ends in disaster.

Épisode 10 - Episode 10

29 avril 2016

Clips reveal that kayaking down rapids, scaling tall buildings and pulling handbrake turns can all have dangerous or humiliating consequences. Richard Hammond investigates why.

Épisode 11 - Episode 11

6 mai 2016

Extraordinary mishaps involving wakeboards, hoverboards and basketballs all come under the spotlight as Richard Hammond explores the science behind spectacular misadventures.

Épisode 12 - Episode 12

6 mai 2016

Richard Hammond explores the science behind more spectacular misadventures. This time, the perils of skiing and fishing come under the spotlight.

Épisode 13 - Episode 13

13 mai 2016

Flipping off a springboard and running through mud can both have disastrous consequences. But why? Richard Hammond explores the science behind embarrassing mishaps.

Épisode 14 - Episode 14

13 mai 2016

Richard Hammond examines more wince-worthy clips as he investigates why food fighting and diving from springboards can both have painful and embarrassing consequences.

Épisode 15 - Episode 15

20 mai 2016

Richard Hammond checks out more wince-worthy clips as he explores the possible perils of caravanning, breakdancing and trial biking.

Épisode 16 - Episode 16

20 mai 2016

Richard Hammond explores the science behind more spectacular misadventures. This time, he checks out clips of mishaps on ski lifts and explores the perils of wrestling in bubble wrap.

Épisode 17 - Episode 17

27 mai 2016

Clips reveal that firing a bow and arrow and loading up a trailer can both have dangerous or humiliating consequences. Richard Hammond investigates why.

Épisode 18 - Episode 18

27 mai 2016

Richard Hammond checks out the extraordinary misadventures of ordinary folk as he asks why BMX stunts so often go embarrassingly wrong.

Épisode 19 - Most Unsporting Moments

3 juin 2016

From making a touchdown to attempting a high jump, Richard Hammond explains the science behind the world's most jaw-dropping sports matches gone wrong.

Épisode 20 - Most Painful Lessons

3 juin 2016

From breathing fire to firing paintballs, Richard Hammond explains the science behind the world's most jaw-dropping amateur stunts gone wrong.

Épisode 21 - Episode 21

2 décembre 2016

Learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when flying remote controlled aeroplanes or attempting to grind rails on a unicycle.

Épisode 22 - Episode 22

2 décembre 2016

In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when off-roading, racing in a cycling peloton or attempting to jump between rooftops.

Épisode 23 - Episode 23

2 décembre 2016

In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when attempting a bicycle wheelie, or driving through deep water.

Épisode 24 - Episode 24

2 décembre 2016

In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when attempting a parkour 'wall spin', sprinting or trying to use an umbrella.

Épisode 25 - Episode 25

9 décembre 2016

In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when dancing, sky diving or fire skipping.

Épisode 26 - Episode 26

24 décembre 2016

Richard Hammond reveals how and why adventures turn to misadventures as he explores the science behind painful and humiliating mishaps.

Épisode 27 - Episode 27

24 décembre 2016

In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when attempting a jump on a mountain bike, or cornering a long vehicle.

Épisode 28 - Episode 28

24 décembre 2016

In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when parking a boat or attempting a rail grind on a bike.

Épisode 29 - Episode 29

30 décembre 2016

Richard Hammond reveals how and why adventures turn to misadventures as he explores the science behind painful and humiliating mishaps.

Épisode 30 - Episode 30

30 décembre 2016

In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when leaping out of trees, sumo wrestling or attempting a ramp jump on a moped.

Épisode 31 - Episode 31

30 décembre 2016

In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when kayaking over waterfalls, cross country running or cycling down mountains.

Épisode 32 - Episode 32

30 décembre 2016 - 5/5

In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when cycling through water, or spinning in a cyr wheel.

Épisode 33 - Episode 33

24 janvier 2017 - 5/5

In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when climbing a fence, or trying to backflip off a swing.

Épisode 34 - Episode 34

24 janvier 2017 - 5/5

In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to embarrass, injure and humiliate yourself when leaping off a sand dune, dribbling a football or driving a motorbike and sidecar.

Épisode 1 - Episode 1

3 février 2017 - 5/5

Épisode 2 - Episode 2

3 février 2017 - 5/5

Épisode 3 - Episode 3

10 février 2017 - 5/5

Épisode 4 - Episode 4

10 février 2017 - 5/5

Épisode 5 - Episode 5

17 février 2017 - 5/5

Épisode 6 - Episode 6

17 février 2017 - 5/5

Épisode 7 - Episode 7

24 février 2017 - 5/5

Épisode 8 - Episode 8

24 février 2017 - 5/5

Épisode 9 - Episode 9

3 mars 2017 - 5/5

Épisode 10 - Episode 10

3 mars 2017 - 5/5

Épisode 11 - Episode 11

10 mars 2017 - 5/5

Épisode 12 - Episode 12

10 mars 2017 - 5/5

Épisode 13 - Episode 13

17 mars 2017 - 5/5

Épisode 14 - Episode 14

17 mars 2017 - 5/5

Épisode 1 - Episode 1

29 septembre 2017 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself unicycling off-road, mounting a Segway, and arm-wrestling.

Épisode 2 - Episode 2

29 septembre 2017 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself dipping your dance partner, jumping in the snow and bottle flipping.

Épisode 3 - Episode 3

6 octobre 2017 - 5/5

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself with blindfolds, punch bags, or riding an inflatable down a water slide.

Épisode 4 - Episode 4

6 octobre 2017 - 5/5

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself while heading a ball, bungee jumping, or playing tetherball.

Épisode 5 - Episode 5

13 octobre 2017 - 5/5

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself getting out of vehicles, clearing snow off roofs, or stalling a skateboard.

Épisode 6 - Episode 6

13 octobre 2017 - 5/5

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself barefoot waterskiing, carrying trays, or jumping a river.

Épisode 7 - Episode 7

20 octobre 2017 - 5/5

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself whilst canoeing, jumping over nets, or trying tricks while on crutches.

Épisode 8 - Episode 8

20 octobre 2017 - 5/5

n this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself using inflatables on water slides, trying 12 o'clock wheelies, or catching a hard hat on your head.

Épisode 9 - Episode 9

27 octobre 2017 - 5/5

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself while riding your big wheel trike, 'ghosting' your motorbike, or simply balancing things on your head.

Épisode 10 - Episode 10

27 octobre 2017 - 5/5

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself with stacked push ups, dive bombs or frisbee golf.

Épisode 11 - Episode 11

25 avril 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself with moped wheelies, splashless dives, or using kettlebells.

Épisode 12 - Episode 12

25 avril 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself while squeezing into small spaces, rally car racing, or getting into a hammock.

Épisode 13 - Episode 13

2 mai 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself running on sand, carrying wedding cakes, and doing high 5's

Épisode 14 - Episode 14

2 mai 2018 - 5/5

Épisode 15 - Episode 15

9 mai 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself bench pressing another person, tapping a beer keg, or walking in snow.

Épisode 16 - Episode 16

9 mai 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself with golf richochets, jumping into moving vehicles, or ski racing.

Épisode 17 - Episode 17

16 mai 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself standing on chairs, pushing a car, or doing spins on a unicycle.

Épisode 18 - Episode 18

16 mai 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself doing trampoline drop-ins, pool trick shots, or skateboard nose slides.

Épisode 19 - Episode 19

23 mai 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself jumping a park bench, tandem pole dancing or surfing.

Épisode 20 - Episode 20

23 mai 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we learn how many ways there are to injure and humiliate yourself doing backflips into pools, using tandem bikes, or attempting burpees.

Épisode 1 - Episode 1

4 juin 2018 - 5/5

We learn just how many ways there are to humiliate yourself while doing yoga on a paddle board, injure yourself playing with bo-staffs, or do both with aerial silks.

Épisode 2 - Episode 2

20 juin 2018 - 5/5

We learn all about the science behind bobsledding, the dangers of the standing backflip, and the ways you can hurt and humiliate yourself on a Segway.

Épisode 3 - Episode 3

27 juin 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we find out all about the dangers of cracking whips, the perils of jumping people, and the surprising hazards of pushing a swing.

Épisode 4 - Episode 4

27 juin 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we discover the pitfalls of sliding your kayak into the water, the inherent dangers of swinging from a bridge, and the hidden hazards of flipping from a mini trampoline.

Épisode 5 - Episode 5

4 juillet 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we discover the secrets to wakesurfing, the hidden dangers with water slides, and the hidden hazards to watch out for when practicing your sparring kicks.

Épisode 6 - Episode 6

4 juillet 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we find out the best way to avoid injury when kayaking over a waterfall, what to watch out for when putting your feet behind your head, and the secrets of the avalanche.

Épisode 7 - Episode 7

11 juillet 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we discover the secrets to landing a plane, the best way to catch a fish, and the hidden hazards of chair handstands.

Épisode 8 - Episode 8

11 juillet 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we find out the best way to drive a jet ski over land, the worst way to ride a bicycle, and the dangers of slack lining.

Épisode 9 - Episode 9

18 juillet 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we discover the secrets of the BMX front flip, the dangers of ice, and what not to do when walking along a log.

Épisode 10 - Episode 10

18 juillet 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we learn just how many ways there are to humiliate yourself while leaning on a fence, injure yourself playing with dinghies, or do both while landing a hang glider.

Épisode 11 - Episode 11

25 juillet 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we discover the secrets of Ninja grip, the best way to swing onto a bank, and what to avoid when parasailing behind a boat.

Épisode 12 - Episode 12

25 juillet 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we learn all about the science behind the parkour press, the dangers of moving about on a boat, and the ways you can hurt yourself bike jumping from a ledge.

Épisode 13 - Episode 13

1 août 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we learn all about icebergs, the many ways to hurt yourself jumping off a pier, and what to watch out for the next time you are biking over a teeter-totter.

Épisode 14 - Episode 14

1 août 2018 - 5/5

In this engineering special, we discover the secrets behind explosive demolitions, exactly how dams work, and what you need to look out for when operating a ladder.

Épisode 15 - Episode 15

8 août 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we learn the science behind the snow half-pipe, the secrets behind party poppers, and how not to hurt or humiliate yourself when wrestling.

Épisode 16 - Episode 16

8 août 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we learn the science behind hurricanes, the secrets to skiing a box rail, and how to run backwards without humiliating yourself.

Épisode 17 - Episode 17

15 août 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we learn all about surface tension, the best way to catch a drone, how to foot-grab a pogo stick, and the secrets behind bike river jumps.

Épisode 18 - Episode 18

15 août 2018 - 5/5

In this engineering special, we discover the workings of the combustion engine, the secrets of airfoils, how pumps work, and the proper way to operate a chainsaw.

Épisode 19 - Episode 19

22 août 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we take a deep dive into entropy, learn the secrets of bowling lane etiquette, and discover the best way to carve on a snowboard.

Épisode 20 - Episode 20

22 août 2018 - 5/5

In this episode we learn about motorcycle flips, how to avoid hurt when attempting to parkour lache, and how to avoid humiliation when walking up stairs.

Épisode 1 - Episode 1

4 avril 2019 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when driving on black ice, using food blenders, and attempting to bounce off giant inflatables.

Épisode 2 - Episode 2

4 avril 2019 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when driving tracked vehicles, jumping down stairs on unicycles, and getting into kayaks.

Épisode 1 - Episode 1

29 avril 2020 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when cornering in a go-kart, using an outboard motor, and jumping out of plane without a parachute.

Épisode 2 - Episode 2

29 avril 2020 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when throwing a fishing net, building your own snow luge track, and diving into shallow water.

Épisode 3 - Episode 3

6 mai 2020 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when using inflatable slides, trying swing burpees, and attempting a kitesurf roll.

Épisode 4 - Episode 4

6 mai 2020 - 5/5

Learn the science behind the fails when attempting a ski double backflip, the chemistry of carbonisation, and walking downstairs on your hands.

Épisode 5 - Episode 5

9 avril 2020 - 5/5

In this episode, we examine champagne towers, paragliding take-off, and vortices.

Épisode 6 - Episode 6

13 mai 2020 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when urban downhill cycling, smashing eggs, and surfing the biggest wave ever.

Épisode 7 - Episode 7

20 mai 2020 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when snowboarding without snow, building a boat, and walking the plank.

Épisode 8 - Episode 8

20 mai 2020 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when grass-boarding, attempting aerial splits, and kayaking over waterfalls.

Épisode 9 - Episode 9

20 mai 2020 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when kayak surfing, biking along ridges, and felling trees.

Épisode 10 - Episode 10

9 avril 2020 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when attempting vehicle donuts, pouring water, and doing raised handstands.

Épisode 11 - Episode 11

3 juin 2020 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when attempting scooter bunny hops, putting up roofs, and jumping with a snowmobile.

Épisode 12 - Episode 12

3 juin 2020 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when unloading a truck, multitasking, and backflipping on a motorbike.

Épisode 13 - Episode 13

10 juin 2020 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when driving on the beach, long distance running, and freediving.

Épisode 14 - Episode 14

10 juin 2020 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when learning to kite surf, rollerblade flipping, and using compressed air.

Épisode 15 - Episode 15

17 juin 2020 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn the science behind the fails when towing a boat, building a tree swing, and attempting a barefoot water-ski tumble.

Épisode 16 - Episode 16

17 juin 2020 - 5/5

In this episode, we learn the science behind predators hunting, how to control a helicopter, and flammability.