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Host Daniel H. Wilson uncovers the physics, biology and technology behind skydiving; military, firefighting and law enforcement applications of skydiving; why free falling is so thrilling physiologically.
Host Daniel H. Wilson uncovers the physics, biology and technology behind skydiving; military, firefighting and law enforcement applications of skydiving; why free falling is so thrilling physiologically.
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