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What do duct tape and instant coffee have in common? Or GPS navigation and Kleenex tissues? Prepare to be surprised. This fascinating pop science series looks at some of the most common everyday items that surround us and the surprising ways in which they began. The way we manufacture and use many items unlocks fascinating histories of these items and the changing world around us. The series tells the stories of how and why items were invented and how their applications and manufacture have changed, often beyond recognition.

30 episodes

In this episode we’ll race the viewer through the fascinating background to the nylon stocking, the LED and the toaster.

In this episode we’ll race the viewer through the fascinating background to the Bicycle, Encryption and Energy food bars.

Taxi, GPS, Lava lamp

Flag, Hovercraft, Fitness machine

Drum, Fool spring, Sword

Computer, Frisbee, Cutlery

Glider, Instant glue, AGA stove

Zippo lighter, Margarine, Folpack

Jeep, Duct tape, Pilot jacket

Biscuits, Sun oil, Hammock

Parachute, Rocket, Solar panel

How things originally created in the Human race for supremacy and exploration have found their way into our everyday lives. In this episode we take a look at the creation of tents, the fire extinguisher and synthetic oil.

Bow, Ferrofluid, Pool table

Velcro, Radar, Kite

Diving suit, Respirator, Lipstick

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