S1 E1 • Other Voices

Can plants communicate? Do our actions influence their growth and reproduction? Do our feelings influence them? Researchers discuss their findings and ideas concerning our relationship with plants.

Première diffusion : 17 avril 1977

S1 E2 • Strange Visitors (aka Oracle Chamber)

New Hampshire's Mystery Hill and the "Oracle Chamber" - was it built by ancient Phoenicians, who traveled to America thousands of years ago? Native Americans? Aliens? Or is it an elaborate hoax? Scientists and archaeologists discuss their theories.

Première diffusion : 24 avril 1977

S1 E3 • Ancient Aviators (aka Ancient Flight)

This episode investigates the Nazca Lines in Peru. The symbols of various birds and insects are only discernible from the air, so how was this possible without an aerial view? Who created them and why? Were they an ancient landing field for aliens?

Première diffusion : 24 avril 1977

S1 E4 • The Bermuda Triangle

We examine that expanse of the Atlantic bounded by Miami, the Bahamas, and Puerto Rico. Filled with mysterious fogs and lights, erroneous compass readings, and time warps, ships and planes vanish without a trace, dating from the time of Christopher Columbus.

Première diffusion : 27 avril 1977

S1 E5 • Bigfoot

This episode investigates Bigfoot, called "Sasquatch" by Native Americans. Scientists and cryptozoologists discuss the possibility that this creature may inhabit the thousands of miles of timberland in the American Northwest.

Première diffusion : 28 avril 1977

S1 E6 • Killer Bees

"Killer Bees," originally imported to South America from Africa, moved north into Central America, Mexico, and are expected to enter the United States. This episodes is dated since the bees have now been responsible for the deaths of humans and animals in the U.S.

Première diffusion : 1 mai 1977

S1 E7 • Earthquakes

We investigate earthquakes, the natural phenomenon caused by movements in the earth's crust. The famous Californian San Andreas Fault is covered in detail as well as new methods that are hoped will enable scientists to predict quakes.

Première diffusion : 7 mai 1977

S1 E8 • The Mummy's Curse

In this episode we examine the fates of members of the Carnarvon and Carter expedition that discovered the tomb of King Tutankhamen in 1922. Was a "curse" responsible for several mysterious deaths, including that of Lord Carnarvon himself?

Première diffusion : 14 mai 1977

S1 E9 • Martians

Does life exist or did it ever exist on the Red Planet? Do the changes that have taken place over the eons raise the possibility that the same fate could await Earth? Scientists discuss the past and future exploration of our neighbor in space.

Première diffusion : 21 mai 1977

S1 E10 • Atlantis

This episode investigates the island that was supposed to have existed "beyond the Pillars of Hercules" (Straits of Gibraltar). Could it have been Santorini, that was blown into oblivion by a volcanic eruption? Scientists discuss underwater archaeology and historians debate the accuracy of Plato's dialog.

Première diffusion : 22 mai 1977

S1 E11 • Psychic Detectives

We investigate Extrasensory Perception and its possible uses in law enforcement. A psychic discusses her work in several criminal investigations. Also, a detective squad that has been trained in not only ESP but other forms of psychic methods is detailed.

Première diffusion : 26 mai 1977

S1 E12 • A Call from Space

We investigate various methods to communicate with life in outer space. Could we converse on their level or would talking to them be like talking to a garden slug? What language or code do we use? And, have they been trying to reach us?

Première diffusion : 28 mai 1977

S1 E13 • Learning ESP

Does ESP exist and can if be taught and learned? It is a trait that we all used to have, before language took its place? A study at the University of California, Davis is reviewed in detail and both believers and non-believers weigh in on the subject.

Première diffusion : 28 mai 1977

S1 E14 • Nazi Plunder

In this episode we investigate the items stolen by the Nazis during World War II,to be used in Hitler's new capital in Linz, Austria. We discuss where the items may be hidden, the impact this loss has on our culture, and the chances that some of it will never be found.

Première diffusion : 29 mai 1977

S1 E15 • Amelia Earhart

After breaking multiple aviation records, Amelia Earhart set her sights on a trip around the world. Tragically, she vanished, with her navigator, Fred Noonan. Or did she? Theories abound that she was really on a spy mission - or that she is alive and well and living under a new identity.

Première diffusion : 1 juin 1977

S1 E16 • Dracula

In this episode we investigate Dracula, the fictional character from Bram Stoker's novel. But was there a real Dracula? The life of Vlad "The Impaler", the Romanian Count who lived in Transylvania during the 18th century must have surely been the model for Bram Stoker's Count Dracula.

Première diffusion : 8 juin 1977

S1 E17 • The Easter Island Massacre

This episodes explores the Moi of Easter Island. Who built them, why were some left unfinished, and, more mysteriously, why were some of them mutilated and destroyed?

Première diffusion : 15 juin 1977

S1 E18 • Ghosts

Ghosts: Studies specters and a parapsychologist's theory that they are troubled earthbound souls in need of help.

Première diffusion : 22 juin 1977

S1 E19 • Life After Death (aka Near Death Experiences)

A visit to a soul research institute for firsthand accounts of people who claim they have died and come back to life.

Première diffusion : 29 juin 1977

S1 E20 • The Loch Ness Monster

A hunt for the leviathan which has so far eluded all expeditions to prove that it truly exists.

Première diffusion : 6 juillet 1977

S1 E21 • UFOs

An evaluation of reports by people who have seen "saucers", and the growing body of evidence that America is regularly being visited by UFOs.

Première diffusion : 13 juillet 1977

S1 E22 • Voodoo

Experience an actual voodoo rite, and meet a priest dedicated to disarming its effects.

Première diffusion : 26 juillet 1977

S1 E23 • Inca Treasures

Camera crews accompany a Peruvian excavation party in quest of a great Inca city believed lost for 300 years.

Première diffusion : 11 août 1977

S1 E24 • The Magic of Stonehenge

The mysteries of Stonehenge, a circular arrangement of prehistoric megaliths and lintels in southwestern England are investigated.

Première diffusion : 10 septembre 1977