Connections with James Burke: Season 1 Trailer
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Connections with James Burke: Season 1 Trailer
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Meet James Burke. The host of the classic #BBC series "Connections." In this modern version, #Burke connects important people, objects, and ideas to tell the story of humanity and the origin of our species. Premieres November 9th! 🧬 #Connections | Curiosity Stream
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Meet James Burke. The host of the classic #BBC series "Connections." In this modern version, #Burke connects important people, objects, and ideas to tell the story of humanity and the origin of our species. Premieres November 9th! 🧬 #Connections | Curiosity Stream
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Dive into the mind-bending #Connections series with #JamesBurke and explore the fascinating links across the realms of history and technology. ⏳ ⚙️ Watch today, on #CuriosityStream! 📺 https://curiosity.tv/9z9qojb | Curiosity Stream
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Dive into the mind-bending #Connections series with #JamesBurke and explore the fascinating links across the realms of history and technology. ⏳ ⚙️ Watch today, on #CuriosityStream! 📺 https://curiosity.tv/9z9qojb | Curiosity Stream
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In 1978, British science historian James Burke created one of television’s most flawlessly timed moments. While filming the final episode of his BBC series Connections, he stood near a rocket launch site describing the sequence of innovations that shaped modern technology. As he ended with the line, “And that’s what triggered the modern world,” a rocket launched dramatically into the sky behind him. The perfect synchronization made for an unforgettable moment of storytelling and spectacle. Wheth
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In 1978, British science historian James Burke created one of television’s most flawlessly timed moments. While filming the final episode of his BBC series Connections, he stood near a rocket launch site describing the sequence of innovations that shaped modern technology. As he ended with the line, “And that’s what triggered the modern world,” a rocket launched dramatically into the sky behind him. The perfect synchronization made for an unforgettable moment of storytelling and spectacle. Wheth
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In 1978, James Burke achieved “The Greatest Shot in Television” during his BBC series Connections. In the episode “The Trigger Effect,” he threw a stone in Kuwait, perfectly hitting a touch-sensitive lamp to turn it on as the sun set. Unrehearsed, the precisely timed, cinematic shot stunned viewers and crew, becoming a legendary moment in television history for its skill and luck. | Historyinmemes
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In 1978, James Burke achieved “The Greatest Shot in Television” during his BBC series Connections. In the episode “The Trigger Effect,” he threw a stone in Kuwait, perfectly hitting a touch-sensitive lamp to turn it on as the sun set. Unrehearsed, the precisely timed, cinematic shot stunned viewers and crew, becoming a legendary moment in television history for its skill and luck. | Historyinmemes
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Join #JamesBurke on a captivating journey through history and witness a breakthrough that stands to usher in big changes to life as we know it! ⏳🚀 Watch #Connections with James Burke, on #CuriosityStream ⬇️ 📺 https://curiosity.tv/wfb3r6u | Curiosity Stream
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Join #JamesBurke on a captivating journey through history and witness a breakthrough that stands to usher in big changes to life as we know it! ⏳🚀 Watch #Connections with James Burke, on #CuriosityStream ⬇️ 📺 https://curiosity.tv/wfb3r6u | Curiosity Stream
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Asterion Talks | James Burke had just one opportunity to get this moment right. In a clip from the 1978 BBC television series Connections (Season 1, Episode... | Instagram
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In 1978, during the BBC series Connections, science historian James Burke delivered a now-legendary segment that has been hailed as one of television’s greatest shots. While explaining the principles of rocket propulsion—how certain gases combine to create a powerful reaction—a rocket launches dramatically in the background, perfectly timed with his words. This incredible moment was captured in a single take, highlighting Burke’s composure and the production team’s precision. The sequence became
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James Burke protagonizó uno de los momentos más épicos en la historia de la divulgación científica. En su serie Connections, terminó su reflexión sobre la tecnología justo en el instante en que despegaba un Saturno V. Un timing perfecto que quedó grabado para siempre. #JamesBurke #Connections #DivulgaciónCientífica #Historia #SaturnoV #Ciencia | Astronomía infinita
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World History | 1000 Moments on Instagram: "In 1978, James Burke stood in front of a Saturn V rocket for the BBC series ‘Connections.’ With no digital timers or earpieces, he had to time his speech perfectly so that the rocket would ignite the moment he finished his sentence. ​He didn’t just nail the shot; he created the most iconic moment in TV history. ​How many takes do you think this would take today? 👇 ​#JamesBurke #Connections #SaturnV #NASA #HistoryInTheMaking"
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Brilliant Bytes on Instagram: "In 1978, James Burke created television history in Connections, Season 1, Episode 8: ”Eat, Drink, and Be Merry.” Known for his unmatched storytelling, Burke delivered one of the most iconic shots ever—executed with flawless timing as he walked into frame, perfectly synchronized with the action and his narration. ⏱️✨ This unforgettable scene, produced by the BBC, highlighted the fascinating connections between science, history, and culture. Burke’s precision and cha
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@past.vue on Instagram: "James Burke filmed this moment in 1978 for his BBC series Connections, a program that explored how scientific ideas develop and link together over time. Near the end of an episode, he stands beside a launch tower and explains how modern technology can be traced back to earlier discoveries. As he finishes speaking, a rocket lifts off behind him at the exact perfect moment. The timing was not edited or added during post-production, and it happened exactly as shown. The sho
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O homem que aparece no vídeo é James Burke, apresentador que estava narrando uma serie científica da BBC chamada Connections, em 1978. Burke conseguiu um timing perfeito ao finalizar a narração de seu programa com o incrível momento do lançamento da sonda Voyager 2, da NASA . . Quer aprender mais sobre o universo? Siga @dreamers_astronomy !!✨🌌🔭 #curiosidades #universo #cosmos #astronomia #espaço #explore #misterio | Dreamers Astronomy
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El hombre en la imagen es James Burke, un periodista británico conocido por su serie documental “Connections” y otras producciones científicas y tecnológicas de la BBC.Este momento específico es famoso en la historia de la televisión por la increíble sincronización y precisión: mientras él está hablando frente a la cámara, en una sola toma, un cohete (Saturno V) es transportado lentamente detrás de él. No hay cortes, efectos visuales ni repeticiones: fue un único intento perfectamente ejecutado.
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Es James Burke en la serie Connections (BBC, 1977). La escena se volvió histórica porque un lanzamiento real de cohete aparece perfectamente sincronizado en la pantalla detrás de él, reforzando en tiempo real lo que explicaba. Fue icónica porque mostró una narración científica dinámica, conectando tecnología, historia y espectáculo televisivo de forma magistral. | Sabiduría Cósmica
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FBOY on Instagram: "bro had one chance to film this and nailed it 🔥 In 1978, during the BBC series “Connections,” science historian James Burke delivered a now-iconic segment that has been lauded as “the greatest shot in television.” In this meticulously timed scene, Burke discusses the principles of rocket propulsion, explaining how combining certain gases can result in a powerful reaction. As he gestures towards the launch pad, a rocket dramatically lifts off in the background, perfectly sync
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QUANTUM SOCIETY on Instagram: "James Burke protagonizó uno de los momentos más épicos en la historia de la divulgación científica. En su serie de la BBC "Connections" (1978), episodio 8, terminó su reflexión justo en el instante en que despegaba el cohete Titán IIIE 🤯🚀 . #nasa #ciencia #espacio #ingenieria #spacex"
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Teaching the Universe | Science and Facts on Instagram: "Source: Connections (1978), Episode 8, "Eat, Drink and be Merry." Copyright BBC, starring James Burke ❗ Follow @science.mp4 for more science videos.❗ #science #engineering #rocket #satisfying #spaceship #oddlysatisfying"
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In a legendary moment from the 1978 BBC series Connections, host James Burke delivered what many call the best timed shot in television history. In episode 8, titled “Eat, Drink, and Be Merry,” Burke had just one chance to land his line—and he did it flawlessly as a rocket launched behind him at the exact right moment. With no edits or retakes, the scene became iconic for its precision and perfect timing. DM FOR CREDITS OR REMOVAL. NO COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT IS INTENDED.�#NewsGuru #JamesBurke #TV
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