Thomas Edison Secret Lab Season 1 Episode 110 Dunkin' Zombies
- October 1, 2015
- 12 min
Thomas Edison Secret Lab is an educational animated series that follows a group of young scientists as they explore the world around them and conduct experiments in their secret laboratory under the guidance of none other than Thomas Edison himself. In season 1 episode 110, titled "Dunkin' Zombies," the team has a Halloween-themed adventure that also teaches them about the science of the brain.
The episode begins with the group of young scientists, consisting of Angie, JD, Nicky, and Kent, deciding to throw a Halloween party in the Secret Lab. However, things quickly go awry when the group's assistant Von Bolt accidentally spills a new growth formula into the lab's coffee pot, creating a batch of supercharged coffee that turns anyone who drinks it into a "Dunkin' Zombie." The group of scientists are quickly turned into zombies themselves after a few sips of the tainted coffee.
However, instead of being the mindless brain-eaters that most people associate with zombies, the group still retains their intelligence and are able to think and communicate with each other. The problem is that their basic desires, like the need for caffeine, override their good judgment and reasoning skills. The team is tasked with finding a cure for the zombie outbreak while still acting like zombies themselves.
Throughout the episode, the group learns about different parts of the brain and how it affects their behavior. They learn how the amygdala controls their emotions and the prefrontal cortex affects decision making. The group also creates an MRI machine, showcasing how the device can create an image of the brain to identify which part was affected by the formula and how to reverse its effects. In the end, they are able to undo the effects of the growth formula and cure themselves of their zombification.
Overall, "Dunkin' Zombies" is an entertaining episode that teaches children about the science of the brain and how different parts of our brain can affect our behavior. Additionally, it shows the importance of quick thinking and problem solving in a high-pressure situation. With the help of Thomas Edison and his team of young scientists, children can learn about science and how it can be used to tackle real-world problems in a fun and engaging way.