Can Adam endure the effects of subsonic sound, or will he find himself utterly helpless against the infamous Brown Note? And is the relentless persistence of a single drop of water upon one’s head truly an instrument of agonizing torment?

Adam and Jamie face off in a spirited, chaotic attempt at a Mexican prison escape, putting the "Salsa Escape" theory to the test. The question arises: could dynamite be employed to dislodge hardened cement from within a concrete mixing drum…

Could someone sustain severe, third-degree burns from lighting a cigarette within a portable toilet? And if a car's front driveshaft were to fracture at its connection, might the vehicle launch itself like a pole vaulter upon striking a dee…

Is it possible to “catch” a yawn, just as one might catch a chill? Does a slice of toasted bread invariably land buttered-side down? And could a child’s toy automobile triumph over a genuine car—specifically, a Dodge Viper—in a contest of s…

Employing ice, water, refrigerators, freezers, and even flames, the MythBusters set about determining the quickest method for chilling a six-pack of drinks. Following this experiment, the team constructed a fresh crash-test dummy, which the…

Could a stray bullet fired during the Civil War have somehow penetrated a soldier’s groin and, impossibly, impregnated a woman standing close by? And is there genuine risk in using the telephone or showering when lightning strikes?

Are there singers who can shatter glass with their vocal power? Could one conceivably construct a powerful jet engine from the components of a vacuum cleaner? And does a life constantly in motion, as the saying goes, genuinely avoid stagnat…

Adam and Jamie embark on a project, constructing a working flying machine entirely from their own designs. Elsewhere, they investigate a compelling question: could the distinctive form of the pyramid hold the key to the ancient Egyptian pra…

Does speaking on a mobile phone behind the wheel pose a greater risk than driving under the influence? The MythBusters investigate the effectiveness of the bracing posture demonstrated in airline safety briefings.

Just how far would one have to plunge beneath the surface to escape a bullet’s reach? And with sufficient force, could a child's swing ever complete a full revolution on its frame?

Could a living shark truly possess the brute strength portrayed by Spielberg’s Jaws? Would striking a shark offer any hope of survival? And could a single bullet trigger an explosion, sending a scuba tank rocketing into the air?

Is it conceivable that individuals crossing the border unlawfully could propel themselves two hundred yards into the United States using a slingshot of such remarkable precision as to deliver them, unharmed, onto a precisely positioned matt…

Could items stored on the back shelf of your car be launched forward during an accident with sufficient force to cause a fatal head injury?

Might an aircraft’s emergency flotation device function as a parachute? Could a lethal mixture arise from the combination of oxygen, an electrical discharge, and hair pomade? Is it conceivable for a person to endure a descent at terminal ve…

Adam and Jamie confront their critics directly, returning to explore some of their most cherished myths. Their aim is to settle these questions definitively and finally quiet the voices that challenge them.

Could an age-old Chinese manuscript hint at a hidden underwater detection network, seemingly capable of identifying and thwarting attacks launched from beneath the surface? And is the widely accepted “five-second rule” regarding dropped foo…

The American Civil War unfolded amidst the clash of bayonets, muskets, and cannon fire. Yet, appearances can be deceiving. As the MythBusters might attest, there was more to the story than met the eye.

Could two vehicles colliding at high speed, traveling directly toward one another, become inextricably joined, trapping their drivers within the twisted metal? Elsewhere, Kari shares a collection of local folklore surrounding Russia’s iconi…

Do work boots with reinforced toes pose a greater risk than standard footwear? And is it true that an Australian laborer’s safety boots were transformed into brutal, cutting instruments when crushed beneath a falling load?

From electroshock treatments to the gentle touch of homeopathic remedies, could the MythBusters uncover a solution for seasickness? And does lowering the tailgate of a truck while driving truly conserve fuel—and therefore, save money?