Supersized Earth
Overview
Supersized Earth reveals the remarkable transformation of our planet as humanity shapes it to create the modern landscape. Hosted by Dallas Campbell, this captivating journey highlights our most ambitious engineering feats and innovations. Viewers will meet the visionaries behind these extraordinary projects, uncovering the challenges they've overcome to turn seemingly unattainable ideas into reality. With stunning visuals and inspiring narratives, the show showcases the ingenuity that defines our era and reshapes the Earth itself.
Episodes
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1
A Place to Live
In this episode, Dallas delves into the remarkable ways we've reimagined living spaces around the globe. He scales the world’s tallest building in ...
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Alaska and Russia
Michael Palin embarks on a journey around the Pacific rim, beginning his adventure on the Diomede Islands situated in the Bering Strait. He continues...
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The Way We Move
In this episode, Dallas delves into humanity's quest for faster and farther travel, highlighting remarkable engineering feats inspired by our desire t...
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Japan and Korea
In this episode, Michael Palin explores the unique and diverse aspects of Eastern culture as he journeys through Japan and South Korea. He encounters ...
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Food, Fire and Water
In this concluding episode, Dallas investigates the intricate systems required to sustain seven billion people with food, energy, and water. Currentl...
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China
Michael Palin begins his journey into China, arriving by boat from Korea. He explores the vibrant cities of Qingdao and Shanghai, immersing himself in...
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Vietnam and the Philippines
In this episode, Michael Palin explores Hanoi, where he embarks on a sampan journey along the scenic Perfume River. He encounters the intriguing pract...
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Borneo and Java
Michael Palin embarks on an adventurous journey starting from the Philippines, where he navigates the Sulu Sea aboard a rickety ferry. After reaching...
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Australia and New Zealand
In this episode, Michael Palin arrives in Australia, where he makes a brief appearance in the popular soap opera Home and Away. His adventure continue...
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Chile and Bolivia
In the episode titled "Chile and Bolivia," Michael Palin arrives at the rugged Cape Horn before enjoying festivities on the picturesque island of Chil...
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Bolivia and Peru
In this episode, Michael Palin embarks on an adventure in Bolivia and Peru, starting with a ride on a traditional reed boat across the stunning Lake T...
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Peru and Colombia
Michael Palin embarks on an adventure through the Peruvian rainforest, navigating by canoe to explore the Machiguenga Indian communities in one of th...
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Mexico, USA, Canada and Alaska
In this episode, Michael Palin embarks on a journey from Mexico City to the Diomede Islands, retracing the steps of his earlier adventure. Along the w...
