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- Previous episode S01E75 - Candle Trick
- Number S01E76
- Country United States
- Genre Special Interest
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5 juillet 2023 - 09:05
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What Is The Coastline Paradox?
How long is the coastline of Australia? One estimate is that it's about 12,500 km long. However the CIA world factbook puts the figure at more than double this, at over 25,700 km. How can there exist such different estimates for the same length of coastline? Well this is called the coastline paradox. Your estimate of how long the coastline is depends on the length of your measuring stick - the shorter the measuring stick the more detail you can capture and therefore the longer the coastline will be.
In today's digital age, where information is at everyone's fingertips, it's easy to get swept away by seemingly unbelievable content that inundates our screens daily. Whether it's a mind-boggling viral video or an uncanny photo circulating online, distinguishing fact from fiction has become increasingly challenging. Enter 'Captain Disillusion,' a TV series that not only entertains but educates viewers on deciphering the truth behind visual fakery.
The first season of 'Captain Disillusion' introduces us to a world where appearances are often deceptive, and what you see isn't always what you get. Our titular hero, Captain Disillusion, steps up to guide audiences through this labyrinth of digital deception with his signature blend of humor and analytical prowess. With 106 episodes in its debut season, there's no shortage of content for eager minds ready to learn about the intricate art of debunking.
Each episode serves as a masterclass in skepticism and critical thinking, starting with Episode 1, where Captain Disillusion confronts the bizarre concept of violent penguins and tackles attention-seeking visual effects creators. As we move into Episode 2, the captain turns his vectorscope towards Japan's digital curiosities, unraveling their mysteries with precision.
