
Modern Marvels — Season 16
You’ve likely heard the saying "dull as dirt"—but that couldn’t be further from the truth! In Las Vegas, witness the astonishing transformation as thousands of tons of earth are sculpted into a Supercross track, and in New Jersey, we'll ven…
Every year in the United States, two hundred eighty million hens produce an astonishing eighty billion eggs—a remarkably accessible source of protein worldwide. We’ll trace the “journey of the egg,” from farm to table… beginning with expans…

The potato stands as one of the world’s most adaptable, nourishing, and diverse foods—the quintessential comfort food. Our journey will trace its enigmatic beginnings in the South American Andes before arriving at the vibrant ethnic neighbo…

Tuna is the most consumed fish in America, appearing everywhere from school lunches to exclusive sushi restaurants and backyard barbecues – it truly transcends all demographics. We’ll join the fishermen who face considerable danger to bring…
Winter sports now incorporate more technology than ever before, from constructing state-of-the-art competition venues to employing the latest advances in sports science training. This program offers a glimpse behind the scenes of the Vancou…
A palpable frustration filled the Myers garage; Burt and Jason faced a mountain of repairs on their cars following last week’s race. In stark contrast, the S & R garage was enjoying a period of ease after rookie Jonathan Brown secured a vic…

At 4 State Trucks in Missouri, the Chrome Shop Mafia embellishes a large commercial vehicle with distinctive touches as we explore their expansive, 35,000 square-foot showroom brimming with polished chrome. In Illinois, viewers witness the …

What’s required to transform twenty tons of steel into exceptional vehicles within a single day? How does a stack of timber evolve into a million-dollar home in just seven days? Each process, from inception to completion, unfolds as a remar…

Join CHS, Inc. as they trace the journey of the soybean from field to refinery, witnessing the transformation of billions into vegetable oils, flour, and soy meal—ingredients found in everything from salad dressings and margarines to baked …
A word of warning for chili enthusiasts! Prepare yourself for intense flavor. Our journey begins with visits to McIlhenny Company in Louisiana, the birthplace of Tabasco sauce, and to McCormick in Baltimore, Maryland—the world’s foremost sp…

Have an unusual item to move? Whether it’s pizza or parcels, we'll demonstrate the process – from packing and labeling to shipping. Observe the transport of enormous wind turbine blades along the open road. Discover how UPS brought China’s …

Experience the thrill of flight across America, beginning in Alabama where you’ll soar with the Apache Longbow, arguably the world's most formidable helicopter, and master the controls of the Blackhawk, renowned for its sophistication and a…

Embark on an exploration of colossal, powerful, and strikingly individual vessels. The Scripps Institution of Oceanography invites viewers aboard their FLIP research vessel to witness its remarkable maneuver: rotating fully ninety degrees, …
Scale is everything. We’ll examine both the grandest machines imaginable and their diminutive counterparts. Our journey begins in France, where we uncover the intricacies of assembling the Airbus A380, the world's largest passenger jetliner…
Either something valuable is being guarded, or there’s inherent risk involved. Witness the world's leading safecracker attempt to breach a bank vault, revealing the sophisticated measures banks employ to safeguard their assets and personnel…
The journey begins at Jay Leno’s garage, where he brings two of his cherished steam cars to life and offers viewers a pair of exhilarating rides. He also showcases an impressive 11-ton steam engine from 1860, recalling a time when its opera…
Prepare to be amazed by the world’s tallest doors, found within the Vehicle Assembly Building at Kennedy Space Center. Journey next to a company specializing in blast-resistant and bulletproof doors, then delve into the surprisingly intrica…
Where in Washington D.C. resides the nation’s most extraordinary repository? It is a library unparalleled anywhere else—the U.S. Library of Congress. Dispel the notion that this two-century-old institution is merely “where members of Congre…
We rely on them now, even though they’re barely two decades old. Join us as we reveal our definitive list of the ten greatest technological advancements of recent years. Have these innovations fundamentally improved human life, or have they…


