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.
Schedule
00:00 - 01:00
How the Universe Works
Secrets of the Cosmic Web
Science, Documentary
New astronomical research is beginning to reveal an invisible scaffold of dark matter known as the Cosmic Web, an intergalactic network that transformed the universe from a chaotic Big Bang into the structured beauty of the present day cosmos.
01:00 - 02:00
How the Universe Works
Curse of the Cosmic Rays
Science, Documentary
Cosmic rays capable of destroying human DNA are hurtling through outer space like subatomic bullets, causing space crews radiation damage.
02:00 - 03:00
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.
03:00 - 04:00
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.
04:00 - 05:00
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.
05:00 - 06:00
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.
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
The Dark Matter Enigma
Science, Documentary
Dark matter is one of the greatest mysteries of the universe facing scientists today. Could it be the cause of supermassive black holes and mass extinctions?
09:00 - 10:00
How the Universe Works
Strangest Alien Worlds
Science, Documentary
Astronomers have discovered bizarre planets very different to Earth out in the galaxy, but will we ever locate a planet similar to our own?
10:00 - 11:00
Alien Highway
UFO Terror
Travel, Paranormal
A Missouri man who claims UFOs are stalking him contacts Chuck and the team for help. Their investigation uncovers a dark secret which may explain this reported activity.
11:00 - 12:00
Codes and Conspiracies
Las Vegas
History
Why was Las Vegas a Nazi target for wartime sabotage, a test ground for Atomic Bombs, and a meeting place for 9/11's terrorists? Explore its secrets.
12:00 - 13:00
Codes and Conspiracies
American Nazis
History
From the rallies held at Madison Square Garden, to the plots to steal the secrets to the nation's weapons of war, the American Nazis terrorised the USA in the 1930s.
13:00 - 14:00
Secrets of the Underground
America's Buried Massacre
Science
Rob Nelson hunts for a mass grave that could expose a dark secret. Plus, a giant lake is mysteriously disappearing and Rob set off to find out why.
14:00 - 15:00
Secrets of the Underground
Rocky Mountain Monsters
Science
Rob examines bizarre markings that suggest a violent clash between prehistoric beasts. In California, he explores a bizarre lake for alien life.
15:00 - 16:00
Truth Behind the Moon Landing
Fire in the Cockpit
Documentary, History
Experts investigate to see if the fire on Apollo 1 that killed three astronauts was a cover-up. Was it a tragic accident or part of the moon landing conspiracy?
16:00 - 17:00
Truth Behind the Moon Landing
NASA Nazi Conspiracy
Documentary, History
A team of experts investigate if there was a conspiracy to fake the moon landing, and uncover a secret report on hundreds of Nazis involved in the Apollo space programme.
17:00 - 18:00
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.
18:00 - 18:30
How Do They Do It?
Crystal Glass; Flat Screen TVs
Documentary, Science
How do they blow the world's finest crystal, make the slimmest TVs, heat the deepest swimming pool, and fill a million bottles a day of the world's favourite ketchup?
18:30 - 19:00
How Do They Do It?
Sydney Opera House, Handsaws
Documentary, Science
How do they cool Sydney Opera House, turn Sheffield steel into a carpenter's handsaw, make a microphone that can pick up a whisper, and steer a safe course through a frozen river?
19:00 - 19:30
How Do They Do It?
Gemstones, Cowboy Boots
Documentary, Science
How do they mine one of the rarest gemstones in the world, craft the classic cowboy boot, and build a monster road sweeper that can pick up seven tonnes of rubbish?
19:30 - 20:00
How Do They Do It?
Duvets, Drill Pipes, Rubber Bands
Documentary, Science
How do they make the world's softest duvets, drill for oil thousands of metres below ground, and put the stretch in the world's stretchiest rubber bands?
20:00 - 20:30
How Do They Do It?
Aircraft Engines, Fisherman's Friend, Plastic Bank Notes, Ice Cream
Documentary, Science
How do they build a diesel engine that can fly, make cough sweets, turn clear plastic into unforgeable banknotes, and whip up the world's favourite ice cream flavours?
20:30 - 21:00
How Do They Do It?
Aluminium Cans, Cuckoo Clocks, Paddleboards
Documentary, Science
How do they turn used aluminium cans into planes and rockets? Plus, how do they carve the traditional Black Forest cuckoo clock?
21:00 - 22:00
Incredible Engineering Blunders: Fixed
Episode 5
Documentary
Justin braves the turbulent North Sea as he goes inside an offshore wind turbine to see how engineers are fixing a fault that could cause these structures to fall into the sea.
22:00 - 23:00
Incredible Engineering Blunders: Fixed
Episode 6
Documentary
Justin's in for a bumpy ride as he investigates gigantic potholes in Louisiana. Later, he heads to London to get a sneak preview of London's vast Crossrail project.
23:00 - 00:00
The Explosion Show
Fireworks Declassified
Science, Education
Tory Belleci and Streetbike Tommy go behind the scenes at one of the world's largest fireworks companies to reveal the explosive secrets and cutting-edge innovations of its world-class pyrotechnics experts.