Discovery channel will be re-airing its show Supervolcano

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The discussion revolves around the re-airing of the Discovery Channel show "Supervolcano," which focuses on the potential catastrophic effects of volcanic eruptions, particularly in relation to Yellowstone National Park. Participants express interest in the scientific accuracy of the show and share their thoughts on volcanic activity and its implications.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants inquire whether the show addresses the Yellowstone National Park catastrophe and express curiosity about its scientific content versus entertainment value.
  • There are concerns about the potential consequences of a Yellowstone eruption, with some participants suggesting it could lead to severe climate change and an ice age.
  • One participant mentions the need to prepare for such an event, humorously suggesting heading south to Mexico.
  • Several participants express a desire to watch the show, with some noting they lack access to cable or American TV.
  • Some participants reflect on the historical context of volcanic activity in Yellowstone and other supervolcanoes, including Toba in Indonesia, discussing their potential dangers.
  • There is a mention of the show's previous airing in the UK and its perceived flaws, yet it is generally regarded as informative.
  • One participant questions the reliability of the show's claims and whether they are backed by scientific evidence.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a mix of curiosity and skepticism regarding the show's content and its scientific basis. There is no consensus on the accuracy of the information presented or the potential implications of volcanic activity.

Contextual Notes

Some participants reference specific past volcanic events and their impacts, while others express uncertainty about the details of the Yellowstone supervolcano and its historical activity. The discussion includes varying levels of knowledge about volcanic science and differing opinions on the show's approach to these topics.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in volcanic activity, disaster preparedness, and the intersection of science and media may find this discussion relevant.

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Discovery channel will be re-airing its show "Supervolcano"

Just as an alert, the Discovery channel will be re-airing its show "Supervolcano" Sunday, April 10, at 8:00 PM amd 11:00 PM.

KM
 
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Kenneth Mann said:
Just as an alert, the Discovery channel will be re-airing its show "Supervolcano" Sunday, April 10, at 8:00 PM amd 11:00 PM.

KM

Is this the program on the yellow stone national park catastrophe?
 
if that thing blows up, we are goners man !
 
stoned said:
if that thing blows up, we are goners man !

yeah pretty much. With USA in ice age, and massie climate change :rolleyes:
 
time to head south to Mexico. :confused:
 
<<<is watching Dora the Explorer to freshen up on my spanish:smile:
 
Kenneth Mann said:
Just as an alert, the Discovery channel will be re-airing its show "Supervolcano" Sunday, April 10, at 8:00 PM amd 11:00 PM.

KM


thanks. :smile:

It will be interesting to see how well they stick to science, and how much is about the special effects.
 
I've got on my to watch list, should be interesting..per Ivans post
 
crap ! i don't have cable TV :cry:
 
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Crap, I don't have American TV! :wink:

if its any good, please let me know and I'll watch out for it in future.
 
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Kenneth Mann said:
Just as an alert, the Discovery channel will be re-airing its show "Supervolcano" Sunday, April 10, at 8:00 PM amd 11:00 PM.

KM


GAHH! That's today! Just means I'll have to stay up late Tuesday night to watch my other show. :wink:
 
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Ivan Seeking said:
thanks. :smile:

It will be interesting to see how well they stick to science, and how much is about the special effects.

Do they have a tendency to make claims without the evidence of science to back up what they are saying?
 
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Bladibla said:
Is this the program on the yellow stone national park catastrophe?

Yellow Stone National Park catastrophe? When was this and what happened? :confused:

Would it be like the movie The Day After Tomorrow ? That would definitely not be good.
 
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hey people ! can someone make a copy of this show, and send it to me? I'm going to pay you back.
 

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Those thumbnails are CUTE!:biggrin:

I'm not sure where you could find a copy of the show.
 
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I thought it was a good show, based mostly in fact of of previous eruptions. A good reminder that no matter how much we know of these things, we still don't know enough.
And ok, I'll stop poking fun of my kids long term food stock, and their emergency water purification system.
 
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Kenneth Mann said:
Just as an alert, the Discovery channel will be re-airing its show "Supervolcano" Sunday, April 10, at 8:00 PM amd 11:00 PM.

KM

This was shown here in the UK early March:http://www.bbc.co.uk/sn/tvradio/programmes/supervolcano/programme.shtml#truth

it may be the same programme you are going to see?

Good, but has some obvious flaws, but agian quite a good show.
 
  • #18
Yes its the same show, but it aired here in one night. The post show information was very accurate.
 
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I hear that there is another supervolcano in Indonesia (sumatra).
How close to the surface is this volcano in yellowstone, 10-20 Km ?
 
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misskitty said:
Yellow Stone National Park catastrophe? When was this and what happened? :confused:

Would it be like the movie The Day After Tomorrow ? That would definitely not be good.

It hasn't happened yet. Basically, there as been extreme volcanic activity in the Yellowstone area in the past as it is above a hotspot. If the program is like the BBC one I saw a while back, then it addresses what could happen if another large scale eruption were to occur.

http://volcanoes.usgs.gov/yvo/
 
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stoned said:
I hear that there is another supervolcano in Indonesia (sumatra).
How close to the surface is this volcano in yellowstone, 10-20 Km ?


Yes, and that one (Toba) is the one that has me most concerned now, considering the other recent activity near to it. It is shown at the following site:

http://volcano.und.nodak.edu/vwdocs/volc_images/southeast_asia/indonesia/toba.html

By the way, on the show, Yellowstone was called the largest. The info at this site seems to dispute that.

Toba last had a giant eruption about 75,000 years ago, when the Human race was still a very young species. That incident wiped out over ninety percent of the people if I recall my info correctly.

KM
 
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