NOVA Wonders
Overview
“NOVA Wonders” invites audiences to explore the cutting-edge realms of science, highlighting researchers who seek answers to profound questions about life and the universe. Over six compelling hours, the series delves into topics ranging from the complexities of astrophysics to the intricacies of the human body, and the quest for groundbreaking technologies that could surpass human intellect. Viewers will discover the progress made in these fields, the journey to get there, and the visionary scientists striving to expand our understanding of the cosmos while showcasing the extraordinary individuals shaping our future.
Episodes
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1
Pilot
Joey lands in Los Angeles after his new agent presents him with a selection of roles from two different TV shows. He quickly bonds with his neighbor, ...
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What Are Animals Saying?
The series premiere examines animal communication. Some animals demonstrate they can learn human language—like Chaser the dog, who recognizes hundre...
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2
Joey and the Student
Gina struggles to allow Michael the freedom to live independently, often showing up at Joey's apartment. At the same time, Joey grows increasingly fru...
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2
What's Living In You?
Whether they make you fat, fart, or freak out, microbes play a central role in your life. Right beneath your nose—on your face, in your gut, and eve...
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3
Joey and the Party
Struggling to connect with others in Los Angeles, Joey decides to host a party to meet his neighbors. However, his attention is diverted when he notic...
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3
Are We Alone?
The search for extraterrestrial life is examined. Included: the discovery of thousands of extrasolar planets; the exploration of planetary ecosystems ...
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4
Can We Build a Brain?
Artificial intelligence is examined. Included: the effort to build intelligent machines by reverse-engineering the brain and by inventing completely n...
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4
Joey and the Book Club
Joey decides to join Michael's book club in hopes of meeting attractive women. However, much to Michael's dismay, the girl he's infatuated with seems ...
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5
Can We Make Life?
Creating life in the lab, which may become possible due to advances in genetic engineering and synthetic biology, is examined. Also: using the newest ...
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5
Joey and the Perfect Storm
In the apartment complex, a unit becomes available, and Joey and Michael decide to keep it a secret from Gina, worried she might want to move in to be...
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6
What's the Universe Made of?
Nova follows the efforts of scientists to unravel the mysteries of dark matter, which holds our universe together, and dark energy which is making it ...
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6
Joey and the Nemesis
Michael falls ill, and Gina is thrilled to have a chance to care for him, feeling important once more. This new dynamic annoys Joey, as his sister's c...
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7
Joey and the Husband
Frustrated with her job, Gina constantly voices her dissatisfaction, prompting Joey to offer her a loan to help her start her own salon. However, Gina...
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8
Joey and the Dream Girl (1)
Gina's old friend Donna visits, having just ended her marriage. Joey, who has secretly liked Donna for a long time, is thrilled when they begin dating...
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Joey and the Dream Girl (2)
Despite Donna's pleas, Gina can't resist sharing with Joey that Donna's husband is seeking a reconciliation. In an attempt to spark romance, Joey trea...
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10
Joey and the Big Audition
Feeling down about his career, Joey is on the hunt for a promising audition. At Alex's alumni gathering for Northwestern, he’s confused for another ...
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11
Joey and the Road Trip
Bobbie secures a gig for Joey as a celebrity judge at the Miss Southwestern U.S.A. pageant in Las Vegas. He brings along Gina, Michael, and Alex for t...
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12
Joey and the Plot Twist
Joey encounters Lauren Beck, the executive producer of Deep Powder, and begins to fret about potentially losing his job after accidentally revealing a...
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13
Joey and the Taste Test
Joey finds himself in a predicament as his connection with co-star Katie risks his job on the show, leaving him to figure out how to convince her to l...
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14
Joey and the Premiere
Joey finds himself torn between choosing who to invite to the premiere of Deep Powder as he searches for tickets for Gina, Michael, and Alex. Meanwhil...
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15
Joey and the Assistant
After taking Bobbie's suggestion to hire an assistant, Joey finds the perfect fit in Glen. However, complications arise when Glen begins dating Gina, ...
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16
Joey and the Tonight Show
Bobbie secures Joey a spot on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, but as he heads to the studio, he's caught in a huge traffic jam. After Michael gives th...
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17
Joey and the Valentine's Date
Joey unwittingly schedules a Valentine's Day date with a reporter from "People." To sabotage the evening, he orchestrates a chance encounter with the ...
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18
Joey and the Wrong Name
Joey receives a nomination for a Daytime Soap Award due to his dramatic death scene on Days of Our Lives, where he was stabbed. In addition to this ho...
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19
Joey and the Fancy Sister
Joey and Gina are preparing for a visit from their sister Mary Theresa, but Gina is dreading it because she finds Mary Theresa incredibly self-centere...
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20
Joey and the Neighbor
While checking out the attractive women leaving the apartment across the courtyard, Joey meets his stunning new neighbor, Sara, a photographer. To his...
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21
Joey and the Spying
As Eric relocates to an apartment just across the courtyard, Alex settles into Joey's room armed with binoculars to spy on him as he welcomes a new wo...
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22
Joey and the Temptation
As Joey and Sara take their relationship to the next level, Joey finds himself in a challenging situation when he has to film a romantic scene with Ca...
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23
Joey and the Breakup
Joey reaches out to Bobbie for assistance in helping Sara secure a job. Eventually, Sara lands a position with Newsweek in Washington DC. In a bid to ...
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24
Joey and the Moving In
After inviting Sara to move in with him, Joey panics. Sara also feels overwhelmed and leaves abruptly without a word, leaving Joey devastated. On her ...
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Joey and the Big Break (1)
On the set of "Deep Powder," Joey anxiously awaits news about his character's future. An extra named Zach attempts to lift his spirits, hoping that in...
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2
Joey and the Big Break (2)
Joey rushes back into an audition room, eager to plead with the producers for another opportunity, having accidentally stepped into a different room t...
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3
Joey and the Spanking
Joey encounters a disruptive child actor while working on his latest film. When things get out of control, he decides to step in and handle the situat...
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Joey and the Stuntman
Joey is gearing up to film an intense fight scene and is determined to perform his own stunts, despite the director suggesting a stuntman. Chuck, Joey...
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5
Joey and the House
Joey is eager to purchase a house now that he's earning significant money from his movie role, but he faces the challenge of persuading the homeowner ...
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Joey and the ESL
Joey opts to sign up for an English as a second language course, motivated by his desire to impress a stunning woman. Meanwhile, Gina takes it upon he...
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Joey and the Poker
Alex decides to teach Joe how to play Texas hold 'em, but she invents rules that ensure he wins every time. Confident in his newfound skills, Joe acce...
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Joey and the Sex Tape
Joey's former girlfriend puts him in a tough spot by threatening to make an embarrassing tape public. To avoid this disaster, he has to publicly apolo...
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Joey and the Musical
Gloria, Candace's grandmother, is performing in a musical at her senior living facility. When the musical's director unexpectedly steps down, Joey ste...
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Joey and the Bachelor Thanksgiving
Gina is organizing a Thanksgiving gathering for the family. Meanwhile, Joey and Zach stumble upon some old Native American artifacts on Joey's land an...
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11
Joey and the High School Friend
Joey's high school best friend is in town for a visit. Meanwhile, Gina is planning a significant surprise for Michael.
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12
Joey and the Tijuana Trip
Following Michael and Abby's split, Joey decides to take Michael on a trip to Tijuana to help him move on. Meanwhile, Alex and Gina are looking for a ...
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Joey and the Christmas Party
Joey is hosting a holiday gathering at his former apartment, and Bobbie has brought her boyfriend along to celebrate.
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14
Joey and the Snowball Fight
Joey begins to behave strangely around Alex, struggling with his feelings since she’s still dating Dean. Meanwhile, his action figure finally arrive...
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15
Joey and the Dad
Joe's father visits for Joey's movie premiere, making snide comments about Joey's career that his son doesn't catch onto—until Alex brings them to h...
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16
Joey and the Party for Alex
Joey is losing his mind over his feelings for Alex. Meanwhile, Dean organizes a birthday celebration for Alex and plans to pop the question. In a show...
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17
Joey and the Big Move
As Joey is in the process of moving into his new home, he discovers that a fire has engulfed the house, resulting in its complete destruction. At the ...
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18
Joey and the Beard
Bobbie arranges a date for Joey with Edie, a well-known actress. Unbeknownst to him, Edie is only using him as a cover for her true intentions.
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19
Joey and the Critic
Joey stumbles upon an online food critic and decides to pay her a visit, only to find out that she’s just an 11-year-old girl.
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20
Joey and the Actor's Studio
Joey is eager to date Alex, but she’s uncertain about her feelings for him.
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21
Joey and the Holding Hands
Joey is eager to deepen his connection with Alex, but Alex is solely interested in a physical relationship. Meanwhile, Gina discovers that Jimmy is ac...
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Joey and the Wedding
Jimmy and Gina get married.