Jun 17, 2015 uranium is a unique element, used in research, medicine, space travel, and of course weapons. I am just now getting caught up on all the things i recorded on my dvr this summer and came across a great two part special on the history of uranium called twisting the dragons tail. Uranium twisting the dragons tail is a new documentary series exploring the incredible story of uranium, from its creation in an exploding star to its deployment in nuclear weapons, nuclear. Twisting the dragons tail is a twopart program that. Uranium, originally sourced from pitchblende, became the subject of intense scientific study. More correctly, its an ore of uranium, a rock, which contains many different minerals one or more of which contains the element uranium. Twisting the dragons tail is a twopart program that provides a fascinating journey through the complex history of the most controversial substance on earth. Twisting the dragons tail lauren mcewan, the washington post get on it, its one of the best science documentaries weve seen in a long time. Uranium twisting the dragons tail by dale cornelius free. Jul 15, 2015 uranium is forged in the explosion of a star some six billion years ago. Derek muller visits a radon spa in the czech republic to take a radioactive bath. Pdf download twisting the lions tail american anglophobia between the world wars read online.
A twopart series exploring the incredible story of uranium, from its creation in an exploding star to its deployment in nuclear weapons, nuclear power and nuclear medicine. Uranium documentary, more about uranium twisting the. Uranium was also a promise of clean limitless power. Some san diego county families arent taking advantage of free school meals. Join physicist and youtube phenomenon dr derek muller as he reveals the untold story of the most wondrous and terrifying rock. It is an element that has profoundly shaped the past, will change the future, and will exist long after humans have left the earth. Uranium twisting the dragons tail is a television documentary series about uranium, its history, and its uses. Australianborn physicist dr derek muller unleashes a historians passion for detail and a physicists understanding of science to tell the.
Uranium twisting the dragons tail now streaming host and physicist dr. Uranium twisting the dragons tail is an australian made series, an epic journey through nine countries and over a century of stories. Born from the collapse of a star, uranium has brought hope, progress and destruction. Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comiccon new york comic con sundance film festival toronto intl film festival awards central. The presented so called scientific facts about chernobyl victims presented and the final conclusion should be openly and widely discussed.
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Uranium twisting the dragons tail is a stunning threepart documentary series exploring the incredible story of uranium, from its creation in an exploding star to its deployment in nuclear weapons, nuclear power and nuclear medicine. A week or so before the 70th anniversary of the atomic bombing of hiroshima, i watched a curious documentary on pbs. But i am way nerdingout to knitpick like this all of these stories cannot be covered in 2 hours of video. Finally, the play on the phrase tickling the dragon s tail and the deaths of louis slotin and harry daghlian to which the phrase relates was not covered in the series. Screen australia film victoria genepool productions. The proposition that in our energyhungry, warming world, uranium both tempts with unbelievable power and threatens all life on earth is explored. Select any poster below to play the movie, totally free. Watch part one of the series at us only and part two at us only airs tuesday. An interesting and entertaining lesson about the history of uranium, the element that became the fuel for nuclear bombs and nuclear reactors. Uranium saves lives, treats cancer and brings hope to millions. Fourthgeneration reactors are basically theoretical at this point, yet twisting the dragons tail gives the impression that a safe nuclear reactor that eats atomic waste is just on the. Uranium twisting the dragons tail host and physicist dr.
On july 29, 2015, a week before the august 6 commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the atomic bombing of hiroshima, pbs public broadcast system in the us aired a documentary titled uranium twisting the dragons tail. Uranium is forged in the explosion of a star some six billion years ago. Will be showing it to my college students for movie night when we study nuclear energy. Jun 03, 2015 uranium twisting the dragons tail is a stunning new documentary series exploring the incredible story of uranium, from its creation in an exploding star to its deployment in nuclear. Using computergenerated dragons as a metaphor for daughter isotopes, the episode shows how uranium turns into lead in the process of radioactive decay. It was produced by gene pool productions for pbs and sbs and premiered on both networks in late july and august 2015. But i am way nerdingout to knitpick like this all of these stories.
Subtitles of different languages may be downloaded for free as a. Muller embarks on an epic journey across the globe to explain the fascinating details of uraniums birth and longevity. Uranium documentary, more about uranium twisting the dragon. Technicalities aside, im looking forward to this documentary. They were accurate in covering the hiroshima bombing as that was an untested u235 fueled device. Uranium twisting the dragons tail by dale cornelius. Twisting the dragons tail is a 2015 pbs series narrated by dr. Finally, the play on the phrase tickling the dragons tail and the deaths of louis slotin and harry daghlian to which the phrase relates was not covered in the series. Unlike many efforts on similar topics, this one is worth watching. Twisting the dragons tail season 1 episode 3 the rock in our future. But the third part about the risks and the future of the use of nuclear energy is provoking. In a remarkable and haunting journey, dr derek muller takes us to chernobyl and fukushima, where uranium became a nightmare.
Are you getting the free resources, updates, and special offers we send out every week in our teacher newsletter. The film takes viewers through place and time, touching on the cultural. Part 2 see how uranium has shaped the past and will change the future. Born from the collapse of a star, uranium has brought hope, progress, and destruction. Stream uranium twisting the dragons tail, a playlist by dale cornelius from desktop or your mobile device. It was produced by gene pool productions for pbs and sbs and premiered on both networks in late july and august 2015 the series was conceived, created, written and directed by wain fimeri, was shot in nine countries and is presented by derek muller. Uranium is a unique element, used in research, medicine, space travel, and of course weapons. Derek muller unlocks the mysteries of uranium, one of the earth s most controversial elements. Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comiccon new york comiccon sundance film festival toronto intl film festival awards central festival central all events. Uranium twisting the dragons tail documentary hd 1 of 2 youtube. The film takes viewers through place and time, touching on the cultural, scientific and natural significance of uranium and its many uses from.
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Muller embarks on a journey across the globe to explain the fascinating details of. Uranium has since been utilized as a source of energy as well as in cancer treatment. Uranium twisting the dragon s tail is a television documentary series about uranium, its history, and its uses. Suchanek, uranium film festival director the quality of the three parted uranium twisting the dragons tail was brilliant. Verne gay, newsday tv highlights physicist derek muller breaks down uraniums history and secrets inuranium.
Episode 2 unlock the mysteries of uranium, one of the earths most. Derek muller to unlock the mysteries of uranium, one of earths. It was very well written and shows not only the history of uranium but many of the applications in a way that might be very useful to my fellow chemistry teachers. More correctly, it s an ore of uranium, a rock, which contains many different minerals one or more of which contains the element uranium.
Aug 01, 2015 on july 29, 2015, a week before the august 6 commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the atomic bombing of hiroshima, pbs public broadcast system in the us aired a documentary titled uranium twisting the dragons tail. Uranium twisting the dragons tail is a stunning new documentary series exploring the incredible story of uranium, from its creation in an exploding star to its deployment in nuclear. Twisting the dragon s tail lauren mcewan, the washington post get on it, it s one of the best science documentaries weve seen in a long time. Teaser season 1 uranium twisting the dragons tail pbs. Visitors of subtitlesbank have given a rating of 8. You may want to use it in shorter segments, or have it available for substitute teacher use.