Superskilled with Eva Zu Beck

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Superskilled with Eva Zu Beck

Synopsis

Eva zu Beck travels to some of the world’s most remote locations in search of people who possess extraordinary skills that push the limits of the human mind and body. With the help of these inspiring locals, Eva challenges herself to learn their skills and find her own limits in the process.

Episodes

Season 1
  • Superskilled with Eva Zu Beck: Ultra Running with the Raramuri

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    Eva travels to Mexico’s Copper Canyon to meet the Rarámuri, who are famous for their ability to run long distances on treacherous terrain without the help of cushioned sneakers or high-tech supplements. She challenges herself to run an ultramarathon using their methods and learns that the secret to their superskill isn’t so secret after all.

  • Superskilled with Eva Zu Beck: Wayfinding the Amazon with the Matis

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    Imagine getting lost in the Amazon rainforest … on purpose. Adventurer and YouTuber Eva zu Beck travels to Brazil to learn the ancient secrets of wayfinding from the Indigenous Matis community. Then, she puts her newfound skills to the test as she attempts to find her way out of the deep jungle without using maps or modern technology.

  • Superskilled with Eva Zu Beck: Hunting and Gathering with the Hadza

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    As some of the last hunter-gatherers on Earth, the Hadza hunt and forage for their food every day. After immersing herself in the Hazda way of life, Eva attempts to subsist for 24 hours with only the food and water she can find on her own. But once her trial is over, Eva realizes that survival for the Hadza isn’t meant to be a solitary endeavor.