Discovery Science
Ireland
Discovery Science is available to viewers in Ireland through various television providers. The channel focuses on factual programming related to science, technology, engineering, and natural history. Its schedule typically includes documentary series and specials covering topics such as space exploration, physics, biology, and technological innovation. Content is presented in English and aims to inform rather than entertain, with an emphasis on real-world phenomena and scientific explanations. The channel does not air news, sports, or religious programming, and its output is drawn from the broader Discovery network library. Viewers can access Discovery Science via satellite and cable platforms operating within Ireland.
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How the Universe Works
Stars That Kill
Science, Documentary
Countdown of NASA's top six deadliest stars - 'vampire' stars that drain their neighbours, supernovas and white dwarfs that destroy planets.
LIVE 01:00 - 02:00
How the Universe Works
Secret History of Pluto
Science, Documentary
Despite Pluto's appearance as a dark and frozen world, scientists are investigating whether there might be warm liquid water beneath the surface.
02:00 - 03:00
Killers of the Cosmos
Little Green Men
Documentary, Science
Aliens could be lethal killers who want to invade and plunder our world; a team of experts investigates extra-terrestrial beings and their threat to human life.
03:00 - 04:00
Killers of the Cosmos
Dark Star
Documentary, Science
Until recently, black holes were only theoretical; scientists know that millions exist and some of them have the potential to be lethal to earth.
04:00 - 04:30
How It's Made: Dream Cars
Pagani Huayra
Science, Documentary
The crew go to the birthplace of the Pagani Huayra in order to explore its inner workings and gorgeous exterior.
04:30 - 05:00
How It's Made: Dream Cars
Caterham Seven
Science, Documentary
The crew go to the birthplace of the Caterham Seven in order to explore its inner workings and gorgeous exterior.
05:00 - 05:30
How It's Made: Dream Cars
Bugatti Veyron
Science, Documentary
A look into the inner workings of the Bugatti Veyron.
05:30 - 06:00
How It's Made: Dream Cars
Morgan 3-Wheeler
Science, Documentary
The crew head to the birthplace of the Morgan 3-Wheeler in England where the car's inner workings and gorgeous exterior are examined.
06:00 - 06:30
Teleshopping
Shopping, Consumer
Presenting the latest products live on television that can be ordered directly. The product range extends from vacuum cleaners and bath towels to sports equipment.
06:30 - 07:00
Teleshopping
Shopping, Consumer
Presenting the latest products live on television that can be ordered directly. The product range extends from vacuum cleaners and bath towels to sports equipment.
07:00 - 07:30
Cruise TV with LoveitBookit
Shopping, Consumer
A one-stop shop for all things cruise, presenting the hottest destinations and the latest deals.
07:30 - 08:00
Teleshopping
Shopping, Consumer
Presenting the latest products live on television that can be ordered directly. The product range extends from vacuum cleaners and bath towels to sports equipment.
08:00 - 09:00
How the Universe Works
Life & Death on the Red Planet
Science, Documentary
Once there was life on Mars - but scientists believe a series of devastating mass extinctions transformed a watery planet into a desert.
09:00 - 10:00
How the Universe Works
Stars That Kill
Science, Documentary
Countdown of NASA's top six deadliest stars - 'vampire' stars that drain their neighbours, supernovas and white dwarfs that destroy planets.
10:00 - 11:00
How the Universe Works
Secret History of Pluto
Science, Documentary
Despite Pluto's appearance as a dark and frozen world, scientists are investigating whether there might be warm liquid water beneath the surface.
11:00 - 12:00
Arctic Rescue
Bracing for the Storm
Reality, Documentary
A storm warning is in effect for Fairbanks, making driving on the treacherous roads even more dangerous. The recovery teams prepare for emergencies.
12:00 - 13:00
Arctic Rescue
The Thaw
Reality, Documentary
Unseasonably warm weather has arrived in Fairbanks and the recovery teams of Lucky 7, Ron's, and Borealis know that a rise in temperature does not guarantee safety on the roads.
13:00 - 14:00
Secrets of the Underground
American Stonehenge
Science
Rob Nelson investigates the mysterious rocks at the bottom of Lake Michigan known as Underwater Stonehenge. Plus, the search for escape tunnels in Alcatraz.
14:00 - 15:00
Secrets of the Underground
Mystery of the Serpent Mound
Science
Rob Nelson investigates mysterious tunnels under Denver's airport. Plus, in Ohio he tries to uncover the secrets of a giant serpent-shaped mound.
15:00 - 16:00
How the Universe Works
Dark History of Earth
Science, Documentary
Earth's history is marked by one cosmic disaster after another, forging the path of human evolution; now, experts explore how the Earth has teetered on the verge of destruction.
16:00 - 17:00
How the Universe Works
Voyager's Ultimate Mission
Science, Documentary
As the two Voyager spacecraft reach interstellar space, experts explore their astonishing discoveries and how their extended operation has transformed into the ultimate mission.
17:00 - 18:00
How the Universe Works
Hunt for Dark Matter
Science, Documentary
Dark Matter is thought to be the cosmic glue that holds the universe together, yet the search for it continues to eluded scientists today.
18:00 - 18:30
How Do They Do It?
Vinyl Records, Bumper Cars; Tiger Balm
Documentary, Science
How do they make the groovy vinyl LP? How do they build the world's most crashed car, the dodgem? And what goes into creating one of the world's oldest pain remedies, tiger balm?
18:30 - 19:00
How Do They Do It?
Axes, Messenger Bags; Fast-Rescue Boats
Documentary, Science
How do they forge the axe? How do they put together a courier's messenger bag, and how are the fastest lifeboats built?
19:00 - 19:30
How Do They Do It?
Wensleydale Cheese; Paintbrushes; Eucalyptus Oil; Plastic Wrap
Documentary, Science
How do they make Wensleydale cheese, turn pig hair into paintbrushes, and distil aromatic oils from eucalyptus?
19:30 - 20:00
How Do They Do It?
The Tesla; Horse-Hair Fabrics; Pool Cleaners
Documentary, Science
How do they build the 700 horsepower Tesla Model S (the world's fastest electric car), turn horses' tails into fine fabrics, and clean the largest swimming pools in the world?
20:00 - 20:30
How Do They Do It?
Snails, Cutlery, And Fishing Kayaks
Documentary, Science
How do they feed France's appetite for snails, turn slabs of steel into shiny cutlery, and craft a kayak you can paddle with your feet?
20:30 - 21:00
How Do They Do It?
Emergency Bridges, Marker Pens
Documentary, Science
How do they build emergency bridges that can take the weight of a tank, make a marker pen that never fades, and design a 200 mph superbike?
21:00 - 22:00
Truth Behind the Moon Landing
CIA's Secret Space War
Documentary, History
Confidential CIA files reveal a top-secret war for space between the US and the Soviets, and a team of experts investigates if new discoveries about American espionage during the Apollo program provide evidence of a conspiracy.
22:00 - 23:00
Truth Behind the Moon Landing
Killing Armstrong
Documentary, History
Experts investigate Apollo 11's lunar module that nearly killed Neil Armstrong during training. Some believe this proves why the moon landing is fake.
23:00 - 00:00
How the Universe Works
Hunt for the Universe's Origin
Science, Documentary
Determining the age of the universe continues to be an elusive endeavour for scientists as their results are conflicting, and without a definitive answer, everything that's known about the cosmos could be completely wrong.