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60.
Chemistry
2012-11-12
Chemistry is how science investigates what makes the world around us.
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Forensics
2012-11-05
We've all seen it on television, the glamorous forensic scientists solving case after case thanks to the incredible almost magic abilities of forensic investigation.
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Math
2012-10-29
This episode is all about the unsung hero of the science world, "Mathematics" which is the drive behind the engineering that makes the world tick.
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Animal Behaviours
2012-10-22
The fascinating world of the honey bee, John finds out what makes the common honey bee tick and why their time may be running out.
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Water
2012-10-15
It's the very life force that powers the planet, water, and kiwis can sometimes take this commodity for granted and assume that there's plenty to go round.
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Genetics
2012-10-08
DNA, the little molecules inside ever cell that keep us alive and growing, some could say the fundamental building blocks of life.
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54.
Mysteries of the Deep
2012-10-01
It makes up two thirds of the planet we live on but how much do we really know about our Oceans and their inhabitants?
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53.
Cancer
2012-09-24
How do you make a more effective, less toxic anti cancer drug?
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52.
Virtual Worlds
2012-09-17
How virtual worlds being created by our kiwi scientists are helping in our real world by revolutionising entertainment, medical research and sports?
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51.
Brains
2012-09-10
The human brain, it may feel like tofu and look a lot like a walnut but ultimately it's what's responsible for keeping us alive and functioning.
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New Energy Technology & Alternative Energy Sources
2012-09-03
This week we tackle the pressing issue of what we can do to break away from our dependence on imported liquid transport fuels.
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49.
Mapping NZ's Biodiversity
2012-08-27
This week we're heading underground to discover what part paleontology and archeology play in understanding just who we are as a country and where we might be heading in the future.
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Mans Impact On the Atmosphere
2012-08-20
In this weeks enlightening episode we uncover the impact that humankind and industrialization are having on our earth's atmosphere.
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Kiwis in Space
2012-08-13
In this weeks explosive episode we're looking upwards, way, way up, beyond the clouds, the stars and our very own galaxy.
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46.
What Science & Technology Is Doing to Assist Our Fashion & Textile Industries
2012-08-06
Through a series of insightful interviews and cleverly constructed field trials our country leading experts reveal just what the latest advances in science and technology are doing to aid and abet our burgeoning fashion and textile industries.
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How Science & Technology Is Aiding Medical Research
2012-07-30
In this episode host John Watt discovers just what the latest advances in science and technology are doing to assist the unwell and infirm citizens of our Nation.
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44.
What Science Is Doing to Predict Natural Disasters
2012-07-23
In this episode host John Watt tackles the titans of Mother Nature: the earthquakes, tsunamis and volcanoes that have shaped the very bedrock of New Zealand.
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43.
What Science Is Doing for the Future of Food
2012-07-16
In this episode host John Watt takes us out of the cafes and kitchens and into the laboratory to discover how science is not only changing but also shaping the foods of the future.
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42.
What Science Is Doing to Tackle Air Pollution
2012-07-09
In this episode we take you behind the scenes to look at what kiwi science is doing to tackle air pollution and the effects it is having on our health.
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41.
How Is Science Is Impacting Our Physical Performance
2012-07-02
In this episode we are looking at how science is changing the way we look at physical endurance, and the discoveries that could change our future for the better.
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Episode 40
2007-11-01
First in the show we take a look at what goes into making the useful pepper mill. Then we reveal the ancient art of Japanese drum making.
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Episode 39
2007-10-25
In this show, How It Works looks at how designers study each new race car to create the ever popular scalectrix models. Find out how fine olive oil is produced.
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Episode 38
2007-10-18
In today's episode How It Works takes a look at how the technical ice hockey skate is made. We also follow the production of stripey toothpaste.
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Episode 37
2007-10-11
In today's episode, How It Works takes a look at how an ordinary mirror is made. Find out how violin strings are made out of lamb's intestines and what exactly goes into making a delicious piece of shortbread.
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Episode 36
2007-10-04
Find out how bullet-proof vests are made. We also look at how the all important steel safety barriers are put together to keep us safe on the motorway.
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Episode 35
2007-09-26
We take a close look at the manufacture of the seat belt and how it saves lives. Next, a look at the scented bowling ball.
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Episode 34
2007-09-19
First in this show, find out that vital tool the shopping trolley is put together. Then it's time to take a look at how the modern chain saw developed and is manufactured.
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Episode 33
2007-09-12
First in this show we take a look at how cannula are made. Cannula are a type of needle used to administer drugs or IV drips to patients.
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Episode 32
2007-09-05
Discover how fluorescent light bulbs are made. Then we take a look at how a modern shovel is put together.
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Episode 31
2007-08-29
In this episode, How It Works finds out exactly how secure our bikes are, with a look a heavy-duty steel bike lock being produced. Also, it's time to shine a light on the mass manufacture of tea-candles.
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Episode 30
2007-08-22
In this show, see how a team of skilled glassblowers and amazing robots make glassware for science labs around the world. Then find out how a factory that makes flat pack shelves makes sure that they all fit together perfectly.
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Episode 29
2007-08-15
In this episode of How It Works we take a look at how a regular car is converted into a stretched limousine; How high tech hiking boots are made from scratch. And we explain the production process behind the toughest grip, the humble wall plug.
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Episode 28
2007-08-08
In this show, see the making of world famous electric guitars. Find out how tampons are actually made and go behind the scenes at a radiator factory.
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Episode 27
2007-08-01
Today's episode takes a look at paper recycling. Everything from padded envelopes to glossy magazines are sent to be recycled.
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Episode 26
2007-07-25
First in this show is the complicated process of refrigeration. Then we take you on a journey looking at the design and manufacture involved in putting together a bobsleigh.
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Episode 25
2007-07-19
In today's episode, How It Works gets its leathers on as we look at how Harley Davidson's are made, and we look at how the luxury leather chair goes from drawing board to your living room.
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Episode 24
2007-07-12
In today's episode, How It Works finds out how both German beer and Brooks saddles are made, along with the high-tech world of DVD and Tupperware production.
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Episode 23
2007-07-05
In today's show, How It Works looks at the radical transformation from coconut husk to doormat and also we take a look at environmental ways of saving money on petrol and putting old tires to use.
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Episode 22
2007-06-28
In today's episode, How It Works takes a gamble and discovers how fruit machines are made. Also, a look at how a basic block of ice can be transformed into a striking sculpture.
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Episode 21
2007-06-21
In this first episode, How It Works looks at the design and manufacture of bicycle helmets and the iconic Zippo lighter. Plus a look at tailor made suits and the modern production of a delicious...
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Episode 20
2007-06-13
In the twentieth episode, How It Works discovers the amazing processes involved with turning milk into the world famous Parmesan cheese, and learns more about the sophisticated, anti-fraud technology hidden within the 2 Euro coin.
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Episode 19
2007-06-06
In the nineteenth episode, How It Works follows the dedicated efforts of a group of car restorers as they rebuild a classic 1970's Jaguar Coupe.
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Episode 18
2007-05-30
In the eighteenth episode, How It Works finds out how supermarkets can transport bananas all around the world, but still get them onto the supermarket shelves just when they ripen.
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Episode 17
2007-05-23
In the seventeenth episode, How It Works discover the secrets behind the everyday AA battery and how it works. And we learn how maple syrup is made from the sap of thousands of Canadian maple trees.
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Episode 16
2007-05-16
In the sixteenth episode, How It Works watches the in-depth cooking process involved in making tasty Tortilla chips, and we learn about the fascinating processes involved in making a genuine cowboy hat.
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Episode 15
2007-05-09
In this, the fifteenth episode of How It Works we take a closer look at the handmade spring roll from China and we follow the high-tech construction processes involved in the development and construction of a brand new design of ski goggles.
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Episode 14
2007-05-02
First in this show, find out how a diamond drill cuts out a contact lens to fit a patient's eye to perfection, and then see how a team of workers race against the clock to resurface the tarmac on an airport runway.
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Episode 13
2007-04-25
First in this show, we see the state of the art production line which churns out mobile phones. Then, discover how scaffolders in Hong Kong build colossal towers - out of bamboo and plastic straps!
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Episode 12
2007-04-18
First in this show is an amazing machine which harvests dead trees from the bottom of lakes and reservoirs. Then we go to India to discover the secrets of making the right blend for a perfect cup of tea.
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Episode 11
2007-04-11
First in this show is the complicated process of building a simple but sturdy object, the padlock. Then we take the plunge to show you how the largest mobile log flume in the world is built.
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Episode 10
2007-04-05
Today's episode begins by looking at the single-unit production of pool tables. The first stage is the sawing of the plywood side panels, followed by the construction of the frame and the fitting of the rubber cushions.
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Episode 9
2007-03-29
Today's episode begins with the manufacture of corkscrews. The parts are all made separately, starting with the bell which is made from zinc and ground by a finishing machine.
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Episode 8
2007-03-22
In today's episode, How It Works looks at the creation of toilets: a process that starts with the soft mineral gypsum, which is used to make the molds themselves.
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Episode 7
2007-03-15
Today's episode looks at the tall task of constructing a skyscraper. Steel struts form the frame of the building and are surrounded by enormous steel towers, crossbars are then fitted, and the process is repeated level by level and welded into place.
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Episode 6
2007-03-08
In today's episode, How It Works looks at the birth of a book. This frantic process begins with a CD-ROM of the book that is then transferred to a chrome printing plate onto which the letters of the text are imprinted in copper.
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Episode 5
2007-02-28
This episode of How It Works looks at the economical process of making bikinis. The first stages are a computer design and the testing of both the potential fabrics and the fasteners.
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Episode 4
2007-02-21
In today's episode, How It Works looks at the production of charcoal. 25 tons of wood is dried in a huge silo and then heated in an alembic until it becomes carbonized.
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Episode 3
2007-02-14
Today's episode starts with a peek behind the scenes of the fashion industry. In a designer jeans factory a cutting pattern is plotted out on a computer and then up to 20 layers of denim are cut out with an electric saw.
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Episode 2
2007-02-07
This episode starts with the story of how a pile of aluminum tubes is handcrafted into a customized mountain bike.
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Episode 1
2007-01-31
This first episode begins with a close look at the design, manufacture and mass production of a wine glass.
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How It Works is a series categorized as a currently airing. Spanning 1 seasons with a total of 60 episodes, the show debuted on 2007. The series has earned a mostly positive reviews from both critics and viewers. The IMDb score stands at 8.0.
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Mark Miodownik, Owen Bush, Stuart Cook
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