MythBusters' Favorites, Jamie's Picks

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  • 2007
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MythBusters is a popular television show that aired on the Discovery Channel for 14 years. During its run, the show explored various myths and urban legends, using scientific methods to determine whether they were true. As a special compilation, the show put together a collection of Jamie's Picks, highlighting some of the most exciting and memorable moments from the show's history. Jamie Hyneman, who co-hosted the show (along with Adam Savage), handpicked some of his favorite episodes to feature in this special.

The compilation starts with the episode where Jamie and Adam take on the myth of whether a duck's quack echoes. The myth was that a duck's quack is incapable of producing an echo. The episode featured the duo conducting experiments inside an echo chamber and at a pond to determine whether the myth was true or not. The episode was full of humor and fascinating experiments conducted by the team.

The second episode featured in the compilation is where Jamie takes on a myth about whether a snowplow can split a car in two. Jamie put a snowplow to the test by driving it at high speeds towards cars of different sizes, resulting in some dramatic and hair-raising experiments.

Another myth featured in the compilation is whether a tree could be cut down using only a handgun. In this episode, Jamie and Adam used a variety of guns with different calibers to test whether it was possible to cut down a tree using a handgun. This episode is full of excitement and some surprising results.

One of the most interesting myths featured was whether someone could surf a wave created by a boat towing another boat. The episode included Jamie and Adam working with Baywatch star Nicole Eggert to simulate the setup for the Myth. The team used boats with different horsepower and designs to get the right wave to surf. This episode is full of action and humor, making it one of Jamie's favorites.

In addition to the myths mentioned above, Jamie's Picks features episodes where the team tests whether a person could become stuck to a toilet seat, whether a CD could be used to cut a person's throat, and whether an RFID chip implanted in a person could be tracked.

One of the most memorable episodes featured on Jamie's Picks is where the team tested whether it was possible to blow a boat out of the water using household cleaners. The episode was full of delirious laughter and explosions, making it a viewer favorite.

The compilation also features several other humorous moments, including outtake reels and behind-the-scenes clips. These moments show the camaraderie between the hosts and crew and highlight the fun and excitement they had while making the show.

Overall, Jamie's Picks is a great way to experience some of the most memorable moments from MythBusters. The episodes are full of humor, excitement, and fascinating scientific experiments. As a compilation, it showcases some of the best of what the show has to offer and is a must-watch for fans of the show or anyone interested in science and myth-busting.

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Exploding Steak
9. Exploding Steak
August 6, 2008
On this easily digestible episode of MythBusters, we're testing two myths-suggested by the fans: Exploding Meat & Don't Drive Angry. We push the limits of what people are willing to try, and what they simply can't avoid.
Water Stun Gun
8. Water Stun Gun
September 17, 2008
On this episode of Mythbusters, Adam and Jamie investigate a secret agent myth - that you can turn a conventional electric stun gun into a water-powered electric stun gun.
Seesaw Saga
7. Seesaw Saga
May 20, 2009
On this high-flying episode of Mythbusters, the whole team tackles one massive and improbable myth from the fan site: could a skydiver whose parachute failed to open hit a playground see-saw and send a small girl flying seven stories high?
Drain Disaster
6. Drain Disaster
November 2, 2011
The MythBusters go underground to test if a sewer drain full of combustible gas is ignited - would it turn the innocent manhole cover into a missile? Meanwhile, Kari, Grant and Tory put truck bedliner to the test - is it bite, crash, and bomb proof?
Fire vs. Ice
5. Fire vs. Ice
April 1, 2012
Adam and Jamie tackle an internet sensation about an epic duel between a flamethrower and a CO2 fire extinguisher, while Kari, Grant and Tory test if you can spy drone with a dust cloud and pull off a kidnapping like they did in the movie "Body of Lies."
Trench Torpedo
4. Trench Torpedo
October 14, 2012
The guys fire up a myth from World War One - testing if a trench corner can slow down a shockwave and save a soldier. Tory, Kari and Grant crash clown cars to see if balloons can protect you in a crash.
Motorcycle Water Ski
3. Motorcycle Water Ski
June 5, 2013
Jamie puts his life on the line to test the myth that a motorcycle traveling at highway speeds can drive across the surface of a lake. The MythBusters test whether you can survive a jump from a highrise with a parachute made from a hotel room's contents.
Breaking Bad Special
2. Breaking Bad Special
August 12, 2013
Things get volatile when the MythBusters meet creator Vince Gilligan and star Aaron Paul to check the chemistry behind the hit TV show "Breaking Bad". The team recreates two iconic, acidic scenes to see if the science truly holds up, melts down, or blows.
Big Rig Myths
1. Big Rig Myths
June 6, 2007
In Exploding Tyre of Death Adam and Jamie try to find out if an exploding truck tyre can kill. Meanwhile, Kari, Tory and Grant investigate another fuel efficiency fable - Drafting for money.
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    June 6, 2007