The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd “Outrageous Experiments” (History, Friday, January 31, 2025)

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Prepare for a deep dive into the weird side of science as Dan Aykroyd unearths some truly “Outrageous Experiments.” From the surprising link between sword swallowers and modern endoscopy to the unexpected upsides of sleep deprivation, this episode is guaranteed to make you question humanity’s sanity. Or perhaps affirm it, depending on how you feel about doctors who voluntarily consume vomit in the name of research.

“Outrageous Experiments” will also explore just what prompted one doctor to drink vomit for science, along with some other strange and historic tales. It’s the kind of television that makes you glad you’re just watching from the safety of your couch.

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“The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd” airs Friday at 9:00 PM EST on History.

Andrew Martins, reviewer, recapper, deep diver, scifi specialist. Thinks Blakes 7 is better than Star Trek. Yes I do go to fan conventions and no I don't dress up. Well okay maybe I do a bit.