Beakman's World

Overview

Beakman's World captivates young audiences with its engaging blend of education and entertainment. Inspired by Jok Church's comic strip You Can with Beakman and Jax, the series first aired on September 18, 1992, on The Learning Channel before transitioning to CBS's Saturday morning lineup a year later. At its height, the show reached nearly 90 countries, delighting kids with science experiments and quirky humor. Although it ended in 1998, reruns resurfaced in September 2006 on various local stations. Host Paul Zaloom continues to bring Beakman to life through live performances worldwide.

Episodes

• 1
  

  Rain, Beakmania & Volcanoes

  In this episode, the eccentric scientist Beakman, along with his assistant Josie and Lester, an actor in a rat costume, explores the question of where...

  Sep 12, 1992
• 2
  

  Gravity, Beakmania & Inertia

  Beakman delves into the principles of gravity, while Galileo demonstrates its impact. Sir Isaac Newton introduces the concept of inertia and discusses...

  Sep 26, 1992
• 3
  

  Noises at Night, Beakmania & The Nose

  In the third episode of Season 1 of "Beakman's World," titled "Noises at Night, Beakmania & The Nose," Beakman and his crew embark on an exciting jour...

  Sep 26, 1992
• 4
  

  Blood, Beakmania and Dreams

  In the fourth episode of Season 1, "Blood, Beakmania & Dreams," Beakman and his crew explore the fascinating world of blood. They break down the circu...
• 5
  

  Leaves, Beakmania, & Paper

  In this episode, Beakman dives into the fascinating world of photosynthesis, revealing the reasons behind the changing colors of leaves. He also takes...

  Oct 10, 1992
• 6
  

  Soap, Beakmania, & Auto Engines

  In this episode, Beakman delves into the fascinating world of soap, revealing the science that makes it effective for cleaning. He also explores the m...

  Oct 17, 1992
• 7
  

  Electricity, Beakmania, & Light Bulbs

  In this episode, Beakman dives into the fascinating world of electricity and explains its principles, shedding light on how light bulbs function. The ...

  Oct 23, 1992
• 8
  

  Sound, Beakmania, & Explosions

  In this episode, Beakman dives into the fascinating world of sound and how it travels. He also explores the science behind explosions, showcasing thei...

  Oct 31, 1992
• 9
  

  Refraction, Attraction & Beakmania

  In this episode, Beakman dives into the fascinating world of light refraction and the principles behind magnetism. He also features a fun Beakmania se...

  Nov 07, 1992
• 10
  

  Levers, Beakmania, & Television

  In this episode, Beakman dives into the mechanics of levers and the science that powers television. He showcases a lively Beakmania segment filled wit...

  Nov 14, 1992
• 11
  

  Boats, Beakmania & Airplanes

  In this episode, Beakman dives into the fascinating principles behind buoyancy and what makes boats stay afloat. He also takes to the skies, unravelin...

  Nov 21, 1992
• 12
  

  Bubbles, Beakmania & Feet

  In this episode, Beakman delves into the fascinating world of bubbles, revealing their formation, the reasons they burst, and the concept of surface t...

  Nov 28, 1992
• 13
  

  Microscopes, Beakmania & Healing

  Beakman dives into the fascinating world of microscopes, revealing how they enable us to observe the minuscule details of our surroundings. The episod...

  Dec 05, 1992
• 14
  

  Scientific Method, Beakmania & Rainbows

  In this episode, Beakman delves into the scientific method, guiding viewers through the process of conducting experiments in a clear, step-by-step man...

  Dec 12, 1992
• 15
  

  Vaccinations, Beakmania & Friction

  In this episode, Beakman breaks down the fascinating process of vaccinations, illustrating how they safeguard our bodies against illnesses by enhancin...

  Dec 18, 1992
• 16
  

  Thermodynamics, Beakmania & Pimples

  In this episode, Beakman breaks down the concept of vaccinations, illustrating how they shield the body against illnesses by enhancing the immune syst...

  Dec 25, 1992
• 17
  

  Fossils, Beakmania & the Human Voice

  In this episode, Beakman delves into the fascinating world of fossils, uncovering how they are created and what they reveal about life in the past. He...

  Jan 01, 1993
• 18
  

  Lungs, Beakmania & Telephones

  In this episode, Beakman dives into the fascinating world of lungs, illustrating how they function for breathing and how oxygen circulates throughout ...

  Jan 09, 1993
• 19
  

  Tape Recordings, Beakmania & Force Vs. Pressure

  In this episode, Beakman dives into the fascinating world of tape recordings, illustrating how they capture sound and store sound waves. He also clari...

  Jan 15, 1993
• 20
  

  Microwaves, Beakmania & Spiders

  In this episode, Beakman takes a closer look at the mechanics behind microwaves, revealing how they heat our meals by interacting with molecules. The ...

  Jan 23, 1993
• 21
  

  Earwax, Beakmania & Rocket Engines

  Jan 30, 1993
• 22
  

  Ozone, Beakmania & Acid

  Feb 06, 1993
• 23
  

  Plumbing, Beakmania & Roller Coasters

  Feb 12, 1993
• 24
  

  Bees, Beakmania & Earthquakes

  Feb 20, 1993
• 25
  

  Reflection, Beakmania & Madame Curie

  Feb 27, 1993
• 26
  

  Wheels, Beakmania & Finding Answers

  Mar 06, 1993
• 1
  

  Submarines, Beakmania & Digestion

  Sep 18, 1993
• 2
  

  Heart, Beakmania & Helicopters

  Sep 25, 1993
• 3
  

  Batteries, Beakmania & Balloons

  Oct 02, 1993
• 4
  

  Tunnels, Beakmania & Trains

  Oct 16, 1993
• 5
  

  Bats, Beakmania & Energy

  Oct 30, 1993
• 6
  

  Sky, Beakmania & Henry Ford

  Oct 23, 1993
• 7
  

  Sound, Beakmania & Illusions

  Nov 06, 1993
• 8
  

  Lightning, Beakmania & Bones

  Nov 13, 1993
• 9
  

  Moon, Beakmania & Elevators

  Nov 20, 1993
• 10
  

  Video Games, Beakmania & Teeth

  Mar 25, 1995
• 11
  

  Check-Up Time, Beakmania & Oil

  Dec 25, 1993
• 12
  

  Ben Franklin, Beakmania & Chemical Reactions

  Feb 05, 1994
• 13
  

  Ants, Beakmania & Collisions

  Feb 26, 1994
• 14
  

  Pain, Beakmania & Comets

  Oct 15, 1994
• 15
  

  Hydraulics, Beakmania & Dinosaurs

  Oct 29, 1994
• 16
  

  Electronic Motors, Beakmania & Time

  Dec 03, 1994
• 17
  

  Frogs and Toads, Beakmania & Polymers

  Oct 01, 1994
• 18
  

  Money, Beakmania & Water Power

  Nov 12, 1994
• 19
  

  Garbage, Beakmania & Meteorology

  Nov 26, 1994
• 20
  

  Skyscrapers, Beakmania & Indicators

  Nov 19, 1994
• 21
  

  Sharks, Beakmania & Einstein

  Nov 05, 1994
• 22
  

  Mold, Beakmania & Caves

  Apr 16, 1994
• 23
  

  Momentum, Beakmania & Cows

  Sep 24, 1994
• 24
  

  Allergies, Beakmania & Codes

  Oct 08, 1994
• 25
  

  Snakes, Beakmania & Seasons

  Oct 22, 1994
• 26
  

  Tornadoes, Beakmania & Firefighting

  Sep 17, 1994
• 1
  

  Geysers and Hot Springs, Beakmania & Kidneys

  Beakman explores the fascinating world of geysers while also delving into the important role kidneys play in the body.

  Sep 16, 1995
• 2
  

  Gyroscopes, Beakmania & the Heart

  Beakman explores the significance of gyroscopes and shares tips on maintaining a healthy heart.

  Sep 23, 1995
• 3
  

  Sleep, Beakmania & Amplification

  Beakman explores the concept of sleep and delves into the factors that influence the volume of sounds, distinguishing between what is loud and what is...

  Sep 30, 1995
• 4
  

  Seeds, Beakmania & Bridges

  Beakman dives into the fascinating process of how seeds develop and explores the history of bridge construction.

  Oct 07, 1995
• 5
  

  Vacuums, Beakmania & Weaving

  Beakman explains the mechanics behind vacuum cleaners and dives into the process of how fabric is created.

  Oct 14, 1995
• 6
  

  Crustaceans, Beakmania & Bernoulli

  The episode delves into intriguing inquiries surrounding lobsters and crabs, while also exploring the contributions of Swiss scientist Daniel Bernoull...

  Oct 21, 1995
• 7
  

  Carbon, Beakmania & Inventions

  Beakman explores the fascinating world of carbon while also sitting down for a chat with the young inventor Thomas Edison. Their conversation delves i...

  Oct 28, 1995
• 8
  

  Balance, Beakmania & Camoflage

  Beakman explores the concept of balance while demonstrating how various animals utilize camouflage to blend into their surroundings.

  Nov 04, 1995
• 9
  

  Islands, Beakmania & Energy

  Beakman delves into the fascinating reasons behind why islands remain anchored to the ocean floor instead of floating. He also uncovers the mechanics ...

  Nov 11, 1995
• 10
  

  The Sun, Beakmania & Metamorphysis

  Beakman explores the Sun and its influence, delving into the fascinating ways certain animals undergo transformations during their lifetimes.

  Nov 18, 1995
• 11
  

  Alligators and Crocodiles, Beakmania & Robots

  Beakman dives into the distinctions between alligators and crocodiles, highlighting their unique features and habitats. Following that, he shifts gear...

  Nov 25, 1995
• 12
  

  Steel, Beakmania & Developing Film

  Beakman and his team explore the history of steel production and delve into the process of creating photographs.

  Dec 02, 1995
• 13
  

  Snow, Beakmania & Natural Selection

  Beakman and his crew explore the wonders of snow while diving into the concept of natural selection.

  Dec 09, 1995
• 1
  

  Sweat, Beakmania & Weighing a Car

  Sep 14, 1996
• 2
  

  Migration, Beakmania & Living Space

  Sep 21, 1996
• 3
  

  Bunsen, Beakmania & Sewage

  Oct 05, 1996
• 4
  

  Cats, Beakmania & Dynamite

  Nov 08, 1997
• 5
  

  The Mouth, Beakmania & Scale

  Oct 19, 1996
• 6
  

  Catalysts, Beakmania & Aerosal Cans

  Sep 20, 1997
• 7
  

  Rubber, Beakmania & Hair

  Dec 14, 1996
• 8
  

  Camels, Beakmania & Density

  Nov 29, 1997
• 9
  

  Boomerangs, Beakmania & Circus Science

  Jan 18, 1997
• 10
  

  Elephants, Beakmania & X-Rays

  Sep 28, 1996
• 11
  

  Skin, Beakmania & Oxygen

  Nov 30, 1996
• 12
  

  Bread, Beakmania & Measurement

  Nov 16, 1996
• 13
  

  Electromagnets, Beakmania & Senses

  Nov 09, 1996
• 14
  

  Chimps, Beakmania & Eye Exams

  Sep 13, 1997
• 15
  

  Magic, Beakmania & Cosmetic Chemistry

  Dec 28, 1996
• 16
  

  Pigs, Beakmania & Sound Frequency

  Sep 27, 1997
• 17
  

  Sunken Treasure, Beakmania & Archimedian Screw

  Oct 11, 1997
• 18
  

  Whales, Beakmania & Optical Illusions II

  Oct 18, 1997
• 19
  

  Sound Barrier, Beakmania & Healthy Living

  Oct 25, 1997
• 20
  

  Polar Exploration, Beakmania & Circular Motion

  Oct 04, 1997
• 21
  

  Dogs, Beakmania & Bio-Medical Engineering

  Jan 11, 1997
• 22
  

  Human Growth, Beakmania & Solutions and Suspensions

  Nov 15, 1997
• 23
  

  Action-Reaction, Beakmania & Talking Birds

  Nov 22, 1997
• 24
  

  Protozoology, Beakmania & Movie Stunts

  Dec 06, 1997
• 25
  

  Horses, Beakmania & Refrigerators

  Nov 01, 1997
• 26
  

  Fingerprints, Beakmania & Flatulence

  Jan 04, 1997