Xploration Awesome Planet
TVPG
Science
Educational
The grandson of legendary explorer Jacques Cousteau visits diamond and gold mines to see how gems and metals are formed, travels to active volcanoes to observe what happens inside the Earth’s burning core, and checks out weather stations in mountainous areas to get an idea of how weather phenomena form in the atmosphere.
Cast & Crew
Philippe Cousteau Host
Delaney Reynolds Self
Tracy Fanara Self
Greg Skomal Self
Philippe Cousteau Executive Producer
Jason Evans Writer
Liz Reph Writer
Jason Evans Producer
Matt Gibson Producer
Bryan D. Arata Composer
Robert Marish Cinematography
Mark Gambol Cinematography
Anthony Leone Editor
Robby Rotfeld Editor
Tim McCusker Editor
Mike Varga Editor
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Upcoming TV Airings
The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.
Friday, April 17
Natural Disasters
Season 3 • Episode 12
Science helps people prepare for natural disasters: hurricanes, avalanches, floods and earthquakes.
Friday, April 17
Taking Flight
Season 3 • Episode 15
Bats; wood storks; the transformation from caterpillar to butterfly.
Friday, April 17
Microscopic World
Season 3 • Episode 14
The microscopic world of sand; fire ants; soil; some of the smallest known organisms in the ocean.
Friday, April 17
Dramatic Landscape
Season 4 • Episode 1
How Yellowstone National Park wildlife copes with the harsh winter environment.
Saturday, April 18
Guardians of the Environment
Season 4 • Episode 9
Ways in which scientists, students and regular citizens are helping to save the Earth.
Friday, April 24
Artists of the Environment
Season 4 • Episode 2
An environmental painter, a sculptor, a photographer and a craftsman blend nature with art.
Friday, April 24
Science on the Great Barrier Reef
Season 4 • Episode 3
The Great Barrier Reef; the National Sea Simulator at the Australian Institute of Marine Science.
Friday, April 24
New Zealand
Season 4 • Episode 4
In New Zealand, Cousteau explores a volcanic field and sees one of the world's largest insects.
Friday, April 24
Natural Wonders
Season 4 • Episode 5
In Hawaii, an incredibly rare waterfall pours lava into the ocean; the Antelope Canyon of Arizona.
Saturday, April 25
Pennsylvania
Season 4 • Episode 8
A hidden wonder beneath the Appalachian Mountains; air quality; rocks that make a ringing sound.
Friday, May 1
Student Explorer
Season 4 • Episode 6
The winner of the first Student Explorer contest; swimming with whale sharks.
Friday, May 1
Guardians of the Environment
Season 4 • Episode 9
Ways in which scientists, students and regular citizens are helping to save the Earth.
Friday, May 1
Pennsylvania
Season 4 • Episode 8
A hidden wonder beneath the Appalachian Mountains; air quality; rocks that make a ringing sound.
Friday, May 1
Rangers
Season 4 • Episode 7
Rescue dogs at Yellowstone National Park, and how rangers manage trails in harsh winter conditions.
Saturday, May 2
Rangers
Season 4 • Episode 7
Rescue dogs at Yellowstone National Park, and how rangers manage trails in harsh winter conditions.
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