Science of Stupid, National Geographic Channel, 8.05pm
Richard Hammond introduces a host of new mishaps featuring brave, if misguided individuals and then explains the science behind their failure and humiliation with the use of animations and super slow-motion cinematography. Each episode will feature several themes such as fire-breathing, kitesurfing or taking part in the ice bucket challenge. Clips are paused, re-wound, and re-played as we analyse exactly what went wrong and why.
Dexter, Fox, 8.30pm
Dexter has always managed to get himself out of tough situations. But in season four he finds himself in unfamiliar territory – life in suburbia. Now a husband and father, he struggles to balance his family’s needs with his duties as a blood spatter analyst. The exhaustion is taking its toll, and as sleepless nights threaten his job performance, Dexter wonders if he’s taken on more than he can handle.
Paranormal Wednesdays, Crime & Investigation, 9pm
Watch My Haunted House recount the terrifying experiences of those whose homes have been invaded by the spirits of the dead. Be it a cabin in the woods; an inherited property; or a couple’s first dream house, the paranormal activity within strikes fear into the hearts of their occupants.
StarGist, AfricaMagic Showcase, 10pm
This programme shines the spotlight on African and international celebrities, features the latest news and takes you behind the scenes of magazine, movie and music video shoots. Catch the bubbly Vimbai Mutinhiri who hosts the show and is clued up on who is doing what in the entertainment industry.