MythBusters Season 8 Episode 6 Mythssion Control

In season 8, episode 6 of MythBusters, titled "Mythssion Control," the team takes on several intriguing myths ranging from space exploration to superheroes. The first myth they tackle centers around what would happen if an astronaut were to get separated from their spacecraft during a spacewalk. Using a special vacuum chamber to simulate the effects of outer space, the team sets out to determine whether an astronaut would spin uncontrollably or be able to use their suit's thrusters to regain control.

Next, the MythBusters explore the possibility of a superhero being able to scale the side of a building using only suction cups. They begin by testing various household suction cups to see how much weight they can support before moving on to industrial-grade models. Finally, they enlist the help of a professional climber to attempt the feat, determining whether this is something that could realistically be accomplished.

The third myth takes on the idea that a person's body could be used to shield others from an explosion. Using a large-scale replica of a human body, the team sets up an explosives test to see just how much protection someone could provide in this scenario. They also explore the notion of using a phone book as a shield, a common trope in movies and TV shows, to determine whether it could actually stop a bullet as depicted on screen.

The final myth the team tackles involves whether it is possible to jump from a moving car and land safely on a pile of cardboard boxes. To test this myth, the team uses a specially modified car track with a ramp and sets up a stack of boxes to simulate a soft landing. They test various speeds and angles to see whether anyone could survive such a jump.

Throughout the episode, the team uses their expertise and creativity to explore each myth in-depth, using a combination of scientific testing and practical experimentation to determine whether these scenarios are plausible or simply fictional. As always, the episode is both informative and entertaining, showing just how far the MythBusters are willing to go to get to the bottom of these intriguing myths.