True stories about MIT. A trove of wonder, discovery, and madness.
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Episode 7 – In The Limelight
In a race between life and death, a loving wife and mother uses her engineering skills to unravel the mystery of her husband’s mysterious disease. [30 min]
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Episode 6 – Coming Full Circle
Host reunites with his Educational Counselor decades after graduation and discovers some surprises. [31 min]
Episode 5 – An Improbable Combination
A sophomore solves an unsolved math problem and bonds with a legendary professor. [27 min]
Episode 4 – Nontrivial Consequences
An alumna is crowned champion on the Jeopardy! game show, only to realize that her well-being is in jeopardy. [27 min]
Episode 3 – Resilience Personified, Part 2
Against all odds, a child Holocaust survivor finds his way to freedom and MIT. Part 2 continues with life under communism, a daring escape, and improbable journey to the Institute. [36 min]