S01E01 Rain, Beakmania & Volcanoes
Wacky scientist Beakman and his assistant Josie, and Lester, an actor dressed as a mangy rat, answers an inquiry about where puddles go after it has rained. Although Lester suggests they are licked up by...
Beakman's World
Overview
Beakman's World is an educational children's television show. The program is based on the Universal Press Syndicate syndicated comic strip You Can with Beakman and Jax created by Jok Church. The series premiered September 18, 1992 on The Learning Channel cable network and in national syndication.
On September 18, 1993 it moved from national syndication to CBS Saturday morning children’s lineup. At the peak of its popularity, it was seen in nearly 90 countries around the world. The series was canceled in 1998. Reruns returned to national syndication in September 2006, after which it was transferred to local stations such as KICU. The show debuted a year prior to Bill Nye the Science Guy, which covered similar topics. The show's host, Paul Zaloom, still performs as Beakman in live appearances around the globe.
Episodes
S01E02 Gravity, Beakmania & Inertia
Beakman explains the laws of gravity; Galileo shows the effects of gravity;. Sir Isaac Newton explains inertia; how a seat belt helps save lives.
S01E03 Noises at Night, Beakmania & The Nose
The "Beakman's World" episode titled "Noises at Night, Beakmania & The Nose" is part of Season 1, Episode 3. In this episode, Beakman and his team dive into fun and educational experiments to explain the...
S01E04 Blood, Beakmania and Dreams
The Beakman's World episode titled "Blood, Beakmania & Dreams" is from Season 1, Episode 4. In this episode, Beakman and his team dive into the science of blood, explaining how it circulates through the body,...
S01E05 Leaves, Beakmania, & Paper
"Leaves, Beakmania & Paper": Beakman explains photosynthesis, why leaves change color, and how paper is made, alongside fun experiments and a Beakmania segment.
S01E06 Soap, Beakmania, & Auto Engines
"Soap, Beakmania & Auto Engines": Beakman explains how soap works, the science behind cleaning, and dives into how auto engines run, with a fun Beakmania segment filled with humor and experiments.
S01E07 Electricity, Beakmania, & Light Bulbs
"Electricity, Beakmania & Light Bulbs": Beakman explores how electricity works, the science behind light bulbs, and includes a fun Beakmania segment with quirky experiments and facts.
S01E08 Sound, Beakmania, & Explosions
"Sound, Beakmania & Explosions": Beakman explains how sound travels, the science of explosions, and features a Beakmania segment with fun experiments and comical demonstrations.
S01E09 Refraction, Attraction & Beakmania
"Refraction, Attraction & Beakmania": Beakman explores light refraction, the science of attraction (magnetism), and includes a Beakmania segment with humorous experiments and quirky questions.
S01E10 Levers, Beakmania, & Television
"Levers, Beakmania & Television": Beakman explains how levers work, the science behind television, and features a fun Beakmania segment with engaging experiments and humorous antics.
S01E11 Boats, Beakmania & Airplanes
"Boats, Beakmania & Airplanes": Beakman explores how boats float, the science of flight, and includes a fun Beakmania segment with experiments and quirky demonstrations.
S01E12 Bubbles, Beakmania & Feet
"Bubbles, Beakmania & Feet": Beakman dives into the science of bubbles, explaining how they form, why they pop, and their surface tension. The episode also explores the science behind feet, including how they help us...
S01E13 Microscopes, Beakmania & Healing
"Microscopes, Beakmania & Healing": Beakman explains how microscopes work and how they help us see tiny things. The episode also explores the science of healing, including how our bodies repair themselves. In Beakmania, Beakman answers...
S01E14 Scientific Method, Beakmania & Rainbows
"Scientific Method, Beakmania & Rainbows": Beakman explains the scientific method, showing how experiments are conducted step-by-step. The episode also explores how rainbows form, with fun Beakmania segments and experiments.
S01E15 Vaccinations, Beakmania & Friction
"Vaccinations, Beakmania & Friction": Beakman explains how vaccinations work to protect the body from diseases, exploring how they boost the immune system. The episode also dives into the science of friction, showing how it affects...
S01E16 Thermodynamics, Beakmania & Pimples
"Vaccinations, Beakmania & Friction": Beakman explains how vaccinations work to protect the body from diseases, exploring how they boost the immune system. The episode also dives into the science of friction, showing how it affects...
S01E17 Fossils, Beakmania & the Human Voice
"Fossils, Beakmania & the Human Voice": Beakman explores how fossils form and what they tell us about ancient life. The episode also dives into the science of the human voice, explaining how we produce sound....
S01E18 Lungs, Beakmania & Telephones
"Lungs, Beakmania & Telephones": Beakman explains how lungs work to breathe and how oxygen travels through the body. The episode also explores the science behind telephones, demonstrating sound transmission. In Beakmania, Beakman answers quirky questions...
S01E19 Tape Recordings, Beakmania & Force Vs. Pressure
"Tape Recordings, Beakmania & Force vs. Pressure": Beakman explains how tape recordings capture sound and how sound waves are stored. The episode also explores the difference between force and pressure, showing how they affect objects....
S01E20 Microwaves, Beakmania & Spiders
"Microwaves, Beakmania & Spiders": Beakman explores how microwaves work to heat food and how they affect molecules. The episode also delves into the fascinating world of spiders, explaining how they spin webs and catch prey....
S01E21 Earwax, Beakmania & Rocket Engines
S01E22 Ozone, Beakmania & Acid
S01E23 Plumbing, Beakmania & Roller Coasters
S01E24 Bees, Beakmania & Earthquakes
S01E25 Reflection, Beakmania & Madame Curie
S01E26 Wheels, Beakmania & Finding Answers
Cast
Paul Zaloom
Beakman
Mark Ritts
Lester
Senta Moses
Phoebe
Bert Berdis
Don (voice)
Alan Barzman
Herb (voice)
