Frozen Tears at the South Pole - Cas & Jonesy

For some adventurers, the thrill of discovery propels them to the unknown with as little preparation as possible. But Australian adventurers James Castrissian and Justin Jones, also known as Cas and Jonsey, find that their expeditions are most successful when they prepare meticulously. Despite careful planning, things still manage to go wrong. While completing a 1,400 mile unsupported crossing of Antarctica, Castrissian lost over 60 pounds and while paddling 2,000 miles unsupported from Australia to New Zealand, blisters and wet seats proved problematic. The friends are tight-lipped about the next adventure but they say whatever it is, they'll be ready for their challenge.

Antarctica: Of Water and Ice - DJ Spooky

What do Antarctica, quantum physics, climate change and hip hop have in common? The answer: DJ Spooky, aka Paul Miller. The musician visited the frozen continent to create his most recent album, "Of Water and Ice," using climate data and sound he collected from Antarctica to inform the patterns that he incorporates into his songs. His songs "Of Water and Ice" and "Check Your Math" speak to the themes that drove this album, with Miller discussing the fact that many people don't believe in human-caused climate change; however, "You can't debate with a storm that just smashed your house." Miller, who grew up in Washington, D.C. says the city's many museums were a perfect escape from the city's punishing heat, while feeding his curiosity.