Beakman's World Season 4 Episode 16
Beakman's World
Season 4

Ep 16. Pigs, Beakmania & Sound Frequency

  • January 4, 1997

In season 4 episode 16 of Beakman's World, titled "Pigs, Beakmania & Sound Frequency," Beakman and his trusty assistants, Josie and Lester, explore the fascinating world of sound and frequencies.

The wacky trio begins by investigating the inner workings of the human ear and how sound waves travel through it. Beakman breaks down the complex science behind pitch and volume, using a series of visual demonstrations and sound experiments to show how different frequencies affect our hearing.

But the real fun starts when Beakman introduces a special guest to the show: a talented pig named Porky who can play the piano by pressing buttons with his snout. Porky provides a perfect example of the incredible range of sounds that animals can produce, and Beakman takes the opportunity to explain how different creatures use sound for communication, hunting, and even navigation.

Next up in the episode is a segment on Beakmania, a musical quiz game that tests contestants' knowledge of popular songs and musical trivia. Beakman quizzes Josie and Lester on their music know-how, using clips and sound bites to stump them and educate viewers on the history and science of music.

Finally, Beakman delves into the concept of resonance, showing how sound waves can cause objects to vibrate and even shatter like glass. He demonstrates the effects of different sound frequencies on various objects, from everyday items like glasses and plates to plaster figurines and balloons.

Throughout the episode, Beakman's unique brand of humor and quirky delivery makes even the most complex scientific concepts easy to understand and entertaining to watch. The combination of music, animals, and experiments creates a fun, engaging episode that teaches viewers about the fascinating world of sound and its effects on our daily lives.

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Description
  • First Aired
    January 4, 1997
  • Language
    English