Royal Institution Christmas Lectures
Royal Institution Christmas Lectures is a TV show on BBC4. Great scientists, even greater questions. Mind-expanding talks and hands-on science, inspiring children and adults alike since 1825. The program has been available since 2025. A total of 4 episodes have been broadcast, most recently in December 2025.
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Royal Institution Christmas Lectures
Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock, with the help of the world’s most powerful telescope, ventures through the Milky Way and into the universe beyond, on the hunt for alien worlds.
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Space scientist Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock continues her search for alien life with a grand tour of our solar system. Could any other planets or moons out there be habitable?
Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock begins her search for extraterrestrial life with an exploration of our nearest neighbour, and her favourite space rock, the moon.
Dr Chris van Tulleken is joined by leading experts, including his twin brother Xand, to explore the incredible journey food takes through our bodies.