Seasons and episodes
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Season 1 May 24, 2026
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1 - 1Above and Beyond May 24, 2026 -
1 - 2Into the Depths May 31, 2026 -
1 - 3After the Flood June 07, 2026 -
1 - 4Bridging the Divide June 14, 2026 -
1 - 5Rise of the Supertalls June 21, 2026 -
1 - 6Atomic Power June 28, 2026
Overview
Engineering by Catastrophe explores how today’s most advanced structures are shaped by the disasters of the past. From spacecraft and skyscrapers to tunnels and flood barriers, each episode unpacks the engineering innovations behind modern marvels - and the catastrophic failures that inspired them.

