Bill Nye the Science Guy is an American science education television program created by Bill Nye, James McKenna, and Erren Gottlieb. The show features Bill Nye portraying a fictionalized, hyper-kinetic scientist character who explains scientific concepts with humor and fast-paced action, often using quirky demonstrations and parodies. It originally aired from September 10, 1993, to February 5, 1999, spanning six seasons and 100 episodes. The program was produced by Seattle public television station KCTS and McKenna/Gottlieb Producers, with significant funding from the National Science Foundation

. The show was designed to make science accessible and entertaining for children and young viewers, combining serious science with MTV-style pacing. Each episode focused on a specific scientific topic, with Bill Nye explaining concepts through experiments, interviews, and field visits. The show was critically acclaimed, winning 19 Emmy Awards out of 23 nominations, and studies have shown that regular viewers could better explain and extend scientific ideas than non-viewers

. Bill Nye's persona originated from his work as an engineer at Boeing and his comedy background, which led to the creation of this unique educational show. The theme song, known for its catchy "Bill! Bill! Bill!" chant, was written and performed by Mike Greene, inspired by artists like Danny Elfman and House of Pain

. The show aired on both PBS and commercial stations, becoming a staple in U.S. schools as educational material. After the original series ended, Bill Nye continued to promote science through other media, including the Netflix show Bill Nye Saves the World (2017-2018)

. For more detailed episode guides and resources, Bill Nye's official website and YouTube channels provide extensive content related to the show