Beating Death: The Science of Survival

Season 1

TV-PG
These are some of the most shocking accident videos. Specialists break down these accidents and show you how someone might have survived.

Where to Watch Beating Death: The Science of Survival • Season 1

5 Episodes

  • Run Over by a Train
    E1
    Run Over by a TrainIn Mumbai, India, a small girl comes face to face with a massive train. In this amazing video, learn from the experts what happens next and how the astounding outcome is even possible.
  • Driving Off of a Cliff
    E2
    Driving Off of a CliffThe Pikes Peak International Hill Climb rally race is one of the longest car races of its kind in the world. Running on a death-defying course for over 12 miles with 156 turns. What happens if a professional driver makes a small mistake while racing along a 400 ft. cliff?
  • Fiery Plan Crash
    E3
    Fiery Plan CrashThe National Transportation Safety Board indicates that there are on average five small personal plane crashes every day in the United States. How could anyone hope to walk away from something as spectacular as this?
  • Motorcycle vs. Truck
    E4
    Motorcycle vs. TruckTake a thrilling motorcycle ride among the hills of California. Join a novice rider as he experiences what you might call your worst day on the road. How could anyone live to tell this tale?
  • A B.A.S.E Jumping Accident
    E5
    A B.A.S.E Jumping AccidentB.A.S.E. stands for Building, Antenna, Span, and Earth. In Utah, B.A.S.E. jumpers play on the red cliffs of the high desert. But one false move sends a jumper crashing to the ground.

 

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