Mapping Disaster

Season 1

2023 · 6 episodes · 5h 20m in all

Episodes

1. 1

   1. Danger Beyond the Horizon

   26 Jun 2023 · 55 min

   What happens when humanity does not prepare for the worst that mother nature can unleash, and how we can better prepare for the disasters of tomorrow?

2. 2

   2. The Topography of Terror

   26 Jun 2023 · 55 min

   From catastrophic weather events to deadly pandemics and historic disasters, witness the resilience of humanity in the face of unimaginable chaos.

3. 3

   3. Built to Fail

   28 Jun 2023 · 54 min

   Some of the worst catastrophes in history, from the Liverpool Blitz of 1941 to the cataclysmic Banqiao Dam collapse and the devastating Haitian earthquake.

4. 4

   4. The Contours of Destruction

   28 Jun 2023 · 52 min

   A look into the impact of disasters on society, the science behind these events, the role of engineering in disaster prevention and response, and the need for continued efforts to prevent similar disasters in the future.

5. 5

   5. The Meridian of Doom

   29 Jun 2023 · 52 min

   A poignant reminder of the power of nature and the impact of human actions on the environment, and the importance of understanding the science behind natural disasters and the need for engineering solutions to prevent future disasters.

6. 6

   6. When the Levees Break

   29 Jun 2023 · 52 min

   From catastrophic weather events to deadly pandemics and historic disasters, witness the resilience of humanity in the face of unimaginable chaos.