Ring of Fire: Unveiling the Planet's Volatile Core

Embark on a breathtaking journey to the edge of our planet's fury. This documentary ventures into the heart of the Pacific Ring of Fire, a colossal geological frontier where continents are forged and destroyed. Witness the raw power of tectonic plates colliding, driving volcanic eruptions and triggering devastating earthquakes that have shaped human history. Professor Nick Eyles guides us from the ice-bound pressures of Alaska to the fiery peaks of the Andes, exploring the profound forces beneath our feet. Discover the science of subduction, the deep past of mega-quakes, and the astonishing process of accretion, as the ocean floor is recycled to create the landmasses of tomorrow. This is the story of a living, breathing planet in constant transformation.