Jim Al-Khalili | How We Mapped The Infinite Universe
Join Jim Al-Khalili on a breathtaking journey across space and time as we explore one of humanity’s greatest intellectual achievements: understanding the universe from our tiny place within it.
2025-06-21 02:00:00 - Cosmic
From ancient beliefs of a fixed celestial shell to the groundbreaking discoveries of Thomas Digges, William Herschel, Henrietta Leavitt, Edwin Hubble, and Albert Einstein, this episode reveals how we uncovered the true scale, structure, and origin of the cosmos.
Featuring stunning visuals, historical insights, and cutting-edge science, this episode tells the epic story of how we came to understand everything - and the truth about where it's all heading.
With everything from breathtaking cosmic vistas to fascinating insights into the lives of astronauts, Cosmic has the perfect documentary for any space lover out there.
Whether you're an expert astronomer or a novice at the beginning of your extra-terrestrial journey, we've got just the thing for you.