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Will Smith's Epic Journey Explores Climate and Cultures

1/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

Will Smith (the actor) premieres Pole to Pole With Will Smith on National Geographic on January 13, 2026.
The seven-part series follows a 100-day journey across all seven continents, with physical challenges and ecosystem exploration.
Smith engages Waorani in the Amazon and the San people in the Kalahari Desert while making scientific discoveries.
The series shows the human–environment relationship and the impact of climate change on indigenous cultures.

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Story summary

Will Smith (the actor) premieres Pole to Pole With Will Smith on National Geographic on January 13, 2026.
The seven-part series follows a 100-day journey across all seven continents, with physical challenges and ecosystem exploration.
Smith engages Waorani in the Amazon and the San people in the Kalahari Desert while making scientific discoveries.
The series shows the human–environment relationship and the impact of climate change on indigenous cultures.