Ep 10. Wet and Wild

In season 11 episode 10 of MythBusters, titled "Wet and Wild," hosts Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman take on several water-related myths to test their validity. The episode begins with a common summer activity: water balloon fights. The MythBusters attempt to determine whether a water balloon filled with gasoline would ignite upon impact. They construct a wooden frame to suspend the balloon and fill it with gasoline before launching it with a catapult. The resulting explosion surprises even the hosts.

Next, Adam and Jamie investigate the myth that a person can skip across water like a stone. They build a rig to simulate the effect and test it on a lake. The hosts also explore the concept of "water walking," which involves standing on the surface of a body of water supported only by buoyancy. They recreate the experiment using large drums filled with water and decide to up the ante by attempting the feat while wearing chain mail armor.

In another segment, Adam and Jamie test the age-old advice that swimming after eating can lead to cramps and drowning. They enlist the help of professional swimmers to test their physical abilities after eating a large breakfast. The hosts also investigate whether it is possible to survive a fall from a great height into water. They experiment with different heights and diving techniques to determine the optimal way to survive such a fall.

The episode concludes with a revisit to a previous myth: whether a person can hang onto the back of a speedboat while riding a surfboard. While they were unsuccessful in their initial attempt, Adam and Jamie are determined to make it work this time. They enlist the help of a professional wakeboarder and build a custom board to increase stability. The hosts face their fear of falling and hitting the water at high speeds and ultimately succeed in riding behind the boat on the board.

Overall, "Wet and Wild" explores a variety of water-related myths in a fun and entertaining way while incorporating scientific experimentation and expertise. The episode provides insight into the physical properties of water and the ways in which humans interact with it. Viewers will be engaged by the hosts' willingness to take risks and push the boundaries of what is possible.