Episodes

• Frozen Wasteland

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  Frozen Wasteland: Potential discoveries far outweigh the dangers for scientists in Antarctica as they brave its brutal elements to unlock the secrets of our planet's future. (1 of 2)

• Icy Seas

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  Icy Seas: Scientists and survival experts head out onto Antarctica's frozen waters, braving perilous conditions to study the area's fragile ecosystems. (2 of 2)

• Storming Antarctica

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  Storming Antarctica: Scientists explore the planet's southernmost volcano and a France-size piece of floating ice. Two thousand miles across the wilderness, a team tracks whales. (S1, ep 1)

• Not Fit For Human Life

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  Not Fit for Human Life: A deadly storm strikes stranding scientists miles from the base. On the water, snow stops a team studying minke whales from reaching their main boat. (S1, ep 2)

• Antarctic Aftermath

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  Antarctic Aftermath: The storm ends and the Ross Ice Shelf team dig their way out. The cold hinders the Mount Erebus scientists. Bad luck strikes the USS Coast Guard Polar Star. (S1, ep 3)

• Take Your Best Shot

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  Take Your Best Shot: Whale biopsies reveal the impact of climate change in Antarctica. But life is dangerous for scientists exploring the planet's most extreme wilderness. (S1, ep 4)

• Science Of Survival

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  Science of Survival: With just two weeks left to finish their missions, the scientist race to wrap up their research. Plus, a year's worth of supplies arrive into the part. (S1, ep 5)