How Do They Do It?

An insider's look and interviews show the engineering and scientific miracles behind the things that form the modern world.
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  1. S14 E1 - Cuckoo Clocks and Paddleboards
    June 29, 2021
    22min
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    An insider's look at used aluminium cans are turned into planes and rockets, how they the traditional Black Forest cuckoo clock is carved and how paddleboards are made.
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  2. S14 E2 - Car Shredder and Sarees
    January 5, 2017
    22min
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    An insider's look at how the ultimate car crushing colossus is built, how silk sarees are created and how Lea and Perrins concocted their Worcestershire sauce.
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  3. S14 E3 - Floats and Artificial Teeth
    June 29, 2021
    22min
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    An insider's look at how the floats of the Mardi Gra parade are created, how rock candy is spun and the incredible look behind the fake smiles of artificial teeth.
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  4. S14 E4 - Helmets, Tea, Heating System
    January 12, 2017
    22min
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    An insider's look at the creation of the helmets that can save a race car driver's life, how the finest tea on earth from India is made and how one of the worlds largest under-floor heating systems is produced.
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  5. S14 E5 - British Bike and Radiation
    January 19, 2017
    22min
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    An insider's look at how the classic British bike is made, how radiation can be used to take down crime and the process behind mechanized milk.
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  6. S14 E6 - Crash Test Cars and Umbrella
    June 29, 2021
    22min
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    An insider's look at the life saving science behind crash testing cars, how dutch tableware worth thousands of dollars is made and how pocket-sized umbrellas are created.
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  7. S14 E7 - Iron Mining and Chandelier
    June 29, 2021
    22min
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    An insider's look at iron mining in Australia, and how the world's biggest wave machine is made. Also, a look at how the finest handmade chandeliers are created.
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  8. S14 E8 - Oyster Knives and Diamonds
    January 26, 2017
    22min
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    An insider's look at the world's finest oyster knives, and the revolutionary lights at stadiums. Also, a look at the diamonds grown in a greenhouse.
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  9. S14 E9 - Cheese and Dishwashers
    February 2, 2017
    22min
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    An insider's look at the secrets of the most popular cheese on Earth, and the mannequins that help save lives. Also, a look at the smart dishwashers of tomorrow.
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  10. S14 E10 - Transit Van, Wax Jacket, Cod
    February 2, 2017
    22min
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    An insider's look at building the transit van, and the wax jacket tough enough for the Outback. Also, a look at how dry and salted cod is manufactured.
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  11. S14 E11 - Indigo Dye and Synthesizer
    February 9, 2017
    22min
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    An insider's look at cast iron stones, and the ancient secrets of indigo dye. Also, a look at the legend that is the synthesizer.
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  12. S14 E12 - Sports Car and Toilets
    June 29, 2021
    22min
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    An insider's look at the sports car that is built from wood, and the clothing that is made from bamboo. Also, a look at the factory that makes millions of toilets every year.
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  13. S14 E13 - Wind Turbines and Fungus
    February 16, 2017
    22min
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    An insider's look at the building of wind turbines that are taller than skyscrapers, and the furniture that is made from fungus. Also, a look at the natural rubber that makes tires.
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  14. S14 E14 - Drill Bits and Tree Resin
    June 29, 2021
    22min
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    An insider's look at the armor piercing ammo that can cut through tanks, and the drill bits that can cut tooth enamel. Also, a look at the tree resin that creates road markings.
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  15. S14 E15 - Floating Power Stations
    June 29, 2021
    22min
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    An insider's look at the building of the world's most powerful ships, and the world's smallest aircraft. Also, a look at the floating power stations keeping the lights on around the world.
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  16. S14 E16 - Crayons and Mirrors
    February 23, 2017
    22min
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    An insider's look at how crayons are made, and the handcrafting of India's most cherished mirrors. Also, a look at the creating a chain-less bicycle.
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  17. S14 E17 - Race Cars and Chemistry
    March 2, 2017
    22min
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    An insider's look at race cars that run entirely on electricity, and the oldest alcoholic drink in the world that's made from honey. Also, a look at the chemistry being used to fight the war on drugs.
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  18. S14 E18 - Paddle Steamers and Water
    June 29, 2021
    22min
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    An insider's look the last of the Mississippi Paddle Steamers, and the strongest sewing needles forged in fire. Also, a look at a wall of water that can defeat bombs.
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  19. S14 E19 - Recycled Concrete and Suits
    June 29, 2021
    22min
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    An insider's look at how old concrete is recycled into new roads, and the hand tailored suits that are fit for 007. Also, a look at ovens that clean themselves.
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  20. S14 E20 - Crawfish and Gloves
    December 27, 2016
    22min
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    An insider's look at the process of getting crawfish from ocean to the table quickly, and the firefighters gloves that are fit for handling infernos. Also, a look at the century old recipe for pots and pans.
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Cast
Karl Jenkinson
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discovery plus Pop Science
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