DEEP LOOK is a science video series that explores big science by going very, very small, from KQED and PBS Digital Studios.

We use macro photography and microscopy in glorious 4K resolution, to see science up close ... really, really close.

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Margaret Katcher: Host/Writer
Joshua Cassidy: Lead Producer / Cinematographer @Jkcassidy
Rosa Tuirán: Producer
Mimi Schiffman: Producer / Post-production Coordinator
Mike Seely: Producer
Seth G. Samuel: Composer @sethgsamuel
Kia Simon: Editor and Motion Graphics @KiaSimon

Alumni: Laura Klivans, former Host/Writer, Gabriela Quiros, Craig Rosa, Jenny Oh, Teodros Hailye, Sevda Eris, Elliott Kennerson.

KQED, an NPR and PBS affiliate in San Francisco, serves Northern California and beyond with a public-supported alternative to commercial TV, radio and web media.


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🕸️ When it comes to keeping a cozy home, there are nesters, minimalists, and … weavers? 🕸️

If you’re curious what ‘home inspo’ looks like to crustaceans, arachnids, and insects, come take a house tour! 🏚️🔧 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNDU6...

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🧹🏡 Housekeeping can be a challenge - even for this caddisfly. 🧹🏡

From underwater hideouts to silk canopies, we’ve found four creatures that boast abodes that are clearly worth the sweat.

Although bugs don’t actually sweat like we do, one thing is for sure: they’re expert homemakers.

Don’t miss our next episode, dropping tomorrow. 🛠️

2 days ago | [YT] | 604

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🦀🐚 Whether made of silk, stones or shell, there's no place like home - especially for the four creatures featured in our next episode. 🦀🐚

Find out more on our upcoming episode dropping January 6th.

5 days ago | [YT] | 809

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Hey Deep Look! Now is your chance to let us know what you want to see coming! Each year PBS conducts an audience survey where we ask what kinds of things you watch. You get to help pick new shows, tell us your favorite topics, and much more. We hope to hear your feedback! to.pbs.org/2025SurveyDL

1 week ago | [YT] | 420

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🥂🎉 Tis the Holiday Season for peppermint delights, unless you’re an ant trying to mess with a peppermint stick insect! We’ll see you all in the New Year! We have some big ideas for 2026 and we can’t wait to share with you. Happy Holidays! 🥂🎉 https://youtu.be/BmPCRIwi0mg

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 524

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💦💦 Being a stick is not so easy breezy. Gotta have your pepper spray. Peppermint spray that is. https://youtu.be/BmPCRIwi0mg 💦💦

4 weeks ago | [YT] | 571

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💦💦 Though mint may remind us of a relaxing cup of herbal tea, to some insects it's a noxious smell and irritating chemical. New episode of Deep Look dropping tomorrow. 💦💦

4 weeks ago | [YT] | 786

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🍬🍬 While a peppermint mocha might be a festive holiday themed drink, the peppermint-scented spray this stick insect unleashes is anything but delicious, Find out more on our upcoming episode of Deep Look dropping on December 9th. 🍬🍬

1 month ago | [YT] | 920

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💩💩 The Mealybugs pay their ant body guards in poop (honeydew) to protect them as they spread a disease that can take our a whole wine vineyard! But they are no match for the Mealybug Destroyer on this episode of Deep Look: https://youtu.be/M_XicEEBvGU 💩💩

1 month ago | [YT] | 682

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🦸🦸 On November 18th, a hero will rise on a brand new episode of Deep Look! 🦸🦸

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