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Daily Planet

Daily Planet

Description: Quirky yet well-versed host Jay Ingram and co-host Ziya Tong demystify the magical wonders of science and its everyday applications. In an attempt to bridge the gap between the lab and living room, they help keep everyone abreast of the newest high-tech gadgets, the science of food and a plethora of technical advances in sports.
Genre: Documentary, Adventure, Mystery, News
Year Released: 1996
Number of seasons: 6
Number of episodes: 783
First episode air date: October 13, 1996
Awards: Gemini Award for Best Photography in an Information Program or Series, MORE
Network: Discovery Channel
Executive Producers: Penny Park, Alex Bystram, Agatha Rachpaul, MORE
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Plot: Scholastic's "The Magic School Bus" follows Ms. Frizzle and her class as they set off on field trips. Based on the best-selling book series of the same name, "The Magic School Bus" takes kids on a virtual bus ride. Magically transforming into a plane, submarine, spaceship or surfboard, this bus carries...

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Cosmos: Possible Worlds

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Curb Your Enthusiasm

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Origins: The Journey of Humankind

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Win the Wilderness

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Parks and Recreation

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