How Things Work

How Things Work (2016)

EndedDocumentary show

A introspective look at how everyday machines work.

Network
Scheduleevery Tuesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E10Episode 10Mai 3, 2016
S01E09Episode 9Apr. 26, 2016
S01E08Episode 8Apr. 19, 2016
S01E07Episode 7Apr. 12, 2016
S01E06Episode 6Apr. 5, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'How Things Work' first premiere?

'How Things Work' premiered on January 9, 2016.

Who narrated the show 'How Things Work'?

Michael B. Jordan was the narrator of 'How Things Work'.

What network aired 'How Things Work'?

'How Things Work' aired on National Geographic Channel.

What was the format of 'How Things Work'?

'How Things Work' was a documentary-style television series.

How many episodes were in the first season of 'How Things Work'?

The first season of 'How Things Work' had 8 episodes.

What was the theme of the episode "Cars"?

The theme of the episode "Cars" was explaining how an internal combustion engine works.

What was the theme of the episode "Planes"?

The theme of the episode "Planes" was the history and technology of airplanes.

What was the theme of the episode "Electricity"?

The theme of the episode "Electricity" was the history and science behind electricity.

What was the theme of the episode "Computers"?

The theme of the episode "Computers" was how computers work and their evolution.

Who was interviewed in the episode "Robots"?

In the episode "Robots", Daniel Wilson, a roboticist and science fiction author, was interviewed.

What was the theme of the episode "Food"?

The theme of the episode "Food" was the science and technology that goes into modern food production.

What was the focus of the episode "Music"?

The focus of the episode "Music" was the physics of sound and how it relates to music.

What was the theme of the episode "Ships"?

The theme of the episode "Ships" was the technology and science behind large ships.

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