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Every long episode from MythBusters, read in minutes: the key takeaways, the chapters, and a digest of the whole conversation. Welcome to the official home of MythBusters! The legendary science show where Hollywood special effects experts Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman put the world's most popular myths, urban legends, and movie moments to the ultimate test. With explosions, engineering, and relentless cu…
Can A Mattress Cushion A Three Story Fall Into A Pool? | MythBusters
The MythBusters investigate a movie myth about surviving a three-story fall into a shallow pool by throwing a mattress in first. They test the myth using crash test dummies and a hyper-realistic cadaver, then explore techniques for safely diving from extreme heights.
Can A Hailstorm Sink A Boat? | MythBusters
The MythBusters tackle a classic fisherman's tale: can a hailstorm really sink a boat? They investigate whether hail can penetrate a boat's hull or if the sheer volume of ice can cause it to lose buoyancy.
Can You Actually Outrun a Falling Bridge? | MythBusters
MythBusters Jamie and Adam tackle the classic movie trope of jumping to safety from a collapsing bridge, testing the feasibility of such a feat in both small-scale and full-scale experiments.
Did The Chinese Really Build The World's First Two Stage Rocket? | MythBusters
The MythBusters tackle the legend of the Fire Dragon, a supposed 14th-century Chinese two-stage rocket. They investigate its aerodynamic viability and the functionality of its arrow-firing second stage.
Should You Really Never Bring A Knife To A Gunfight? | MythBusters
MythBusters Jamie Hyneman and Adam Savage test two dueling myths: 'Don't bring a knife to a gunfight' and 'He who moves first loses' in a samurai sword fight.
Can Bubble Wrap Protect You From a Lethal Fall? | MythBusters
The MythBusters investigate a viral video claiming that a person can survive a three-story fall by wrapping themselves in bubble wrap. They conduct a series of tests, first with a crash test dummy, then with Adam himself, to determine the efficacy of bubble packaging as a protective measure.
The 12 Wettest & Wildest Moments in MythBusters History | MythBusters
MythBusters dives into their wettest and wildest moments, counting down the top 12 water-related experiments and insights from their history.
Could These Two Iconic Action Movie Moments Work In Real Life? | MythBusters
MythBusters tackles Hollywood myths about grenades and pirates, testing if a hero can survive a grenade blast by diving on it, if a bucket of water can contain an explosion, if a refrigerator offers protection, and if a pirate can slide down a ship's sail using a knife.
Could Timing A Jump Save You From An Explosion's Blast Wave? | MythBusters
The Mythbusters investigate a classic action movie trope: can a hero outrun an explosion and use the shockwave to propel themselves further through the air? They put this myth to the test with crash test dummies, long jump experiments, and various explosives.
Can You Ricochet a Bullet Off The Road To Hit A Pursuing Car? | MythBusters
The Mythbusters test the movie trope of bouncing bullets off the ground to disable a chasing car. They investigate whether a direct shot or a ricocheted bullet can penetrate a car's floor and whether shooting out a tire can stop a pursuit.
Can You Survive On a Deserted Island With Only Duct Tape? | MythBusters
The Mythbusters take on a desert island survival challenge using only duct tape to build shelter, find water, catch food, make fire, and ultimately escape.
IT'S TIME TO PLAY WHEEL OF MYTHFORTUNE!!! | MythBusters
MythBusters tackle the Monty Hall problem, testing human psychology and statistical probability in a game show scenario. They also investigate the safety of re-seating a tire with starter fluid and the effectiveness of various firearm stances.
Can Super Glue Actually Turn A Hotel Room Upside Down? | MythBusters
The MythBusters team tests the strength of super adhesive, using it to lift a car and glue an entire room's furniture to the ceiling. They also investigate whether super adhesive can act as a makeshift seatbelt in a car crash.
Can Wearing High Heels Make You a More Dangerous Driver? | MythBusters
The MythBusters tackle two driving myths: whether certain types of footwear are dangerous to drive in, and if driving with a full bladder is as bad as driving while intoxicated.
Can A Turbocharged Go-Kart Outrun A Real Car? | MythBusters
The MythBusters tackle an urban myth about a jet-powered go-kart made from an oil drum, exploring whether it can achieve crazy speeds or if it's just hot air.
Could Six Pirates Really Swing From A Bone Cage Into Freedom? | MythBusters
Adam and Jamie from MythBusters tackle a movie myth from Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest, testing if it's possible for six people to swing a bone cage to a cliff and climb to freedom.
Can You Pull Off A Kidnapping Using Nothing But A Dust Storm? | MythBusters
The Mythbusters team tests whether a dust storm created by cars can fool a spy drone, as seen in the movie "Body of Lies."
Could a Fire Extinguisher Actually Stop a Flamethrower? | MythBusters
The Mythbusters tackle the age-old question of whether fire or ice is stronger by recreating a viral video of a flamethrower versus a fire extinguisher.
Can Someone REALLY Fly Using Only Fireworks? | MythBusters
The MythBusters revisit their "Fireworks Man" myth, attempting to achieve a successful launch with improved aerodynamics and stability. They also tackle the "Bird Balance" myth, testing if a limousine can be tipped off a cliff by a bird.
How Effective is a Water Heater As a Cannon? | MythBusters
MythBusters take on fan requests, first attempting to turn a water heater into a horizontal cannon and then trying out some delicate operations with heavy machinery.
Can You Actually Reinvent The Wheel And Have It Work? | MythBusters
The MythBusters tackle the age-old question of whether square wheels can provide a smooth ride, pushing a truck to its limits with custom-built square wheels and various configurations.
Do Men Actually Drive Better Than Women? | MythBusters
MythBusters tackles the age-old question of whether men or women are better at certain tasks, including driving, grilling, and packing a car for a road trip.
Can You Actually Survive A Bathroom Bomb By Hiding In The Tub? | MythBusters
The MythBusters tackle the classic movie trope of surviving a bomb blast in a bathtub, testing the physics and practicality of a daring escape from a rigged toilet.
Can You Escape Prison Using A Rope Made Of Bedsheets? | MythBusters
In this episode of MythBusters, the team tests the feasibility of escaping prison using ropes made from bed sheets, toilet paper, and human hair. Surprisingly, all three materials prove effective, with the bed sheet escape being confirmed, while the hair and toilet paper methods are deemed plausible for a jailbreak.