Season finale: Thursday, January 31, 2019
All episodes in this season are narrated by Brooks Moore.
Season 15 Episode 1: "Skateboard Wheels / Baklava & Galaktoboureko / CO2 Scrubbers / Honeycomb Candles"
Episode 365
Air date: Tuesday, July 25, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year: 2016
Prod. code: 15-01
Episode 365
Air date: Tuesday, July 25, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year: 2016
Prod. code: 15-01
Other air date: Thursday, June 22, 2017 (TV)
Descriptions:
• Skateboard Wheels: Learn how skateboard wheels are designed and made!
• Baklava & Galaktoboureko: This variety of baklava is made from kataifi (shredded wheat dough) instead of phyllo dough. The trick is to ensure the treat comes out just right: not too hard and not too gooey. / See how a master chef creates this delicious Mediterranean dessert.
Video links:
• Skateboard Wheels: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Thursday, January 9, 2020)
Descriptions:
• Skateboard Wheels: Learn how skateboard wheels are designed and made!
• Baklava & Galaktoboureko: This variety of baklava is made from kataifi (shredded wheat dough) instead of phyllo dough. The trick is to ensure the treat comes out just right: not too hard and not too gooey. / See how a master chef creates this delicious Mediterranean dessert.
Video links:
• Skateboard Wheels: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Thursday, January 9, 2020)
• Baklava & Galaktoboureko: Watch the full Baklava & Galaktoboureko segment and the full CO2 Scrubbers segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Saturday, June 17, 2023; titled as Making Baklava & Galaktoboureko and the Process of Apple Preservation)
• CO2 Scrubbers: Watch the full Skateboard Wheels segment and the full CO2 Scrubbers segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Saturday, February 4, 2023; titled as How Skateboard Wheels Are Made & an Inside Look at CO2 Scrubbers)
Notes: This is the first episode to use the modified version of the Season 6 intro. The segment Galaktoboureko is spelled as Galactoboureko.
Season 15 Episode 2: "Nuno Felt / Drum Crushers / Kimchi / Traditional Parquet Floors"
Episode 366
(no sounds on idents)
Air date: Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year: 2016
Prod. code: 15-02
Season 15 Episode 2: "Nuno Felt / Drum Crushers / Kimchi / Traditional Parquet Floors"
Episode 366
(no sounds on idents)
Air date: Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year: 2016
Prod. code: 15-02
Other air date: Thursday, June 29, 2017 (TV)
Descriptions:
• Nuno Felt: Nuno felt is a popular type of fabric that's made by interlocking and compressing different types of fibers.
• Drum Crushers: Want to learn how to crush steel like a pro? Use a special hydraulic press with a sharp point!
• Kimchi: Learn what goes into the making the popular Korean side dish that's full of digestion-friendly probiotics. / Learn how kimchi is made at a processing plant!
Video link:
• Kimchi: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, January 15, 2020)
Descriptions:
• Nuno Felt: Nuno felt is a popular type of fabric that's made by interlocking and compressing different types of fibers.
• Drum Crushers: Want to learn how to crush steel like a pro? Use a special hydraulic press with a sharp point!
• Kimchi: Learn what goes into the making the popular Korean side dish that's full of digestion-friendly probiotics. / Learn how kimchi is made at a processing plant!
Video link:
• Kimchi: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, January 15, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 3: "Wood Watches / Steel Bicycles / Raw Pet Food / Replica Police Lanterns"
Episode 367
Air date: Thursday, July 27, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Prod. code: 15-03
Year: 2017
Descriptions:
• Steel Bicycles: Bicycles are the most popular vehicle used around the world, but what's the process behind building them?
• Raw Pet Food: Find out how raw pet food is made!
Video link:
• Wood Watches and Replica Police Lanterns: Watch the full Wood Watches segment and the full Replica Police Lanterns segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Saturday, June 24, 2023; titled as How Wood Watches and Replica Police Lanterns Are Made)
Year: 2017
Descriptions:
• Steel Bicycles: Bicycles are the most popular vehicle used around the world, but what's the process behind building them?
• Raw Pet Food: Find out how raw pet food is made!
Video link:
• Wood Watches and Replica Police Lanterns: Watch the full Wood Watches segment and the full Replica Police Lanterns segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Saturday, June 24, 2023; titled as How Wood Watches and Replica Police Lanterns Are Made)
• Raw Pet Food: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Thursday, January 23, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 4: "Thermoplastic Fire Helmets / Basketry Sculptures / Coffee Roasters"
Episode 368
Air date: Thursday, August 3, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Season 15 Episode 4: "Thermoplastic Fire Helmets / Basketry Sculptures / Coffee Roasters"
Episode 368
Air date: Thursday, August 3, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Prod. code: 15-04
Year: 2017
Descriptions:
• Thermoplastic Fire Helmets: When firefighters run into a burning building, they want these on their heads. / These plastic helmets remain sturdy even when exposed to temperatures of over 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Basketry Sculptures: Contemporary artists are challenging our perceptions of basketry. See how one such work of art is made.
Video links:
• Thermoplastic Fire Helmets: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, January 29, 2020)
Year: 2017
Descriptions:
• Thermoplastic Fire Helmets: When firefighters run into a burning building, they want these on their heads. / These plastic helmets remain sturdy even when exposed to temperatures of over 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Basketry Sculptures: Contemporary artists are challenging our perceptions of basketry. See how one such work of art is made.
Video links:
• Thermoplastic Fire Helmets: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, January 29, 2020)
• Coffee Roasters: Watch the full 2-part segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Saturday, July 15, 2023; titled as The Sophisticated Process of How Coffee Roasters Are Made)
Season 15 Episode 5: "Office Chairs / Vinobrew / Reconditioned Sander Drums / Lithographs"
Episode 369
Air date: Thursday, August 10, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Season 15 Episode 5: "Office Chairs / Vinobrew / Reconditioned Sander Drums / Lithographs"
Episode 369
Air date: Thursday, August 10, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Prod. code: 15-05
Year: 2017
Descriptions:
• Office Chairs: You sit on them every day. Now learn their secrets. / Learn how office chairs are made!
• Vinobrew: Vinobrew is the unique hybird drink containing coffee, wine, and beer.
Video link:
• Office Chairs: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, February 5, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 6: "Fireplace Bellows / Calissons / Diving Watercraft"
Year: 2017
Descriptions:
• Office Chairs: You sit on them every day. Now learn their secrets. / Learn how office chairs are made!
• Vinobrew: Vinobrew is the unique hybird drink containing coffee, wine, and beer.
Video link:
• Office Chairs: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, February 5, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 6: "Fireplace Bellows / Calissons / Diving Watercraft"
Episode 370
Air date: Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Air date: Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Synopsis: Fireplace bellows, calissons and diving watercraft are examined.
Prod. code: 15-06
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, August 27, 2017 (TV)
Description:
• Calissons: Calissons are traditional fruit-flavored French candies dating back to medieval times. / Learn how the traditional French candy calissons are made!
Video link:
• Calissons: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, February 12, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 7: "Artist Brushes / DEF Tank Heaters / Game Tables / Art Glass Wall Sconces"
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, August 27, 2017 (TV)
Description:
• Calissons: Calissons are traditional fruit-flavored French candies dating back to medieval times. / Learn how the traditional French candy calissons are made!
Video link:
• Calissons: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, February 12, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 7: "Artist Brushes / DEF Tank Heaters / Game Tables / Art Glass Wall Sconces"
Episode 371
Air date: Thursday, August 31, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Air date: Thursday, August 31, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Prod. code: 15-07
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, August 27, 2017 (TV)
Descriptions:
• Artist Brushes: Most painters need only two things to make art: their paintbrushes and paint. But making the humble paintbrush is a labor of love by dedicated craftspeople. / See how artist paint brushes are made using red sable hair.
• Game Tables: Let the games begin on this finely crafted furniture.
Video link:
• Artist Brushes: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, February 19, 2020; titled as Artist Paint Brushes)
Season 15 Episode 8: "Foosball Tables / Marseille Soap / Laguiole Pocket Knives"
Episode 372
Air date: Tuesday, September 12, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, August 27, 2017 (TV)
Descriptions:
• Artist Brushes: Most painters need only two things to make art: their paintbrushes and paint. But making the humble paintbrush is a labor of love by dedicated craftspeople. / See how artist paint brushes are made using red sable hair.
• Game Tables: Let the games begin on this finely crafted furniture.
Video link:
• Artist Brushes: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, February 19, 2020; titled as Artist Paint Brushes)
Season 15 Episode 8: "Foosball Tables / Marseille Soap / Laguiole Pocket Knives"
Episode 372
Air date: Tuesday, September 12, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Prod. code: 15-08
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, September 10, 2017 (TV)
Description:
• Foosball Tables: Score some knowledge about the crafting of a foosball table from the players to the field. / Learn how foosball tables are made!
Video link:
• Foosball Tables: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, February 26, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 9: "Flying Water Bikes / Throttle Position Sensors / Cinnamon Cordial / Handmade Rasps"
Episode 373
(segment sounds during the episode's introduction)
Air date: Thursday, September 14, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, September 10, 2017 (TV)
Description:
• Foosball Tables: Score some knowledge about the crafting of a foosball table from the players to the field. / Learn how foosball tables are made!
Video link:
• Foosball Tables: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, February 26, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 9: "Flying Water Bikes / Throttle Position Sensors / Cinnamon Cordial / Handmade Rasps"
Episode 373
(segment sounds during the episode's introduction)
Air date: Thursday, September 14, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Prod. code: 15-09
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, September 10, 2017 (TV)
Description:
• Flying Water Bikes: Learn how new flying water bikes are made!
Video link:
• Flying Water Bikes: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Thursday, March 5, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 10: "Berets / Pastis / Stationary Bikes"
Episode 374
(segment sounds during the episode's introduction)
Air date: Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, September 10, 2017 (TV)
Description:
• Flying Water Bikes: Learn how new flying water bikes are made!
Video link:
• Flying Water Bikes: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Thursday, March 5, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 10: "Berets / Pastis / Stationary Bikes"
Episode 374
(segment sounds during the episode's introduction)
Air date: Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Prod. code: 15-10
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, September 17, 2017 (TV)
Description:
• Berets: Learn how Basque-style berets are made!
Video link:
• Berets: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, March 11, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 11: "Steel Bistro Sets / Letterpress Printing / Bamboo Ceramic Lights / Asphalt Compactors"
Episode 375
Air date: Thursday, September 21, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, September 17, 2017 (TV)
Description:
• Berets: Learn how Basque-style berets are made!
Video link:
• Berets: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, March 11, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 11: "Steel Bistro Sets / Letterpress Printing / Bamboo Ceramic Lights / Asphalt Compactors"
Episode 375
Air date: Thursday, September 21, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Prod. code: 15-11
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, September 17, 2017 (TV)
Descriptions:
• Steel Bistro Sets: Learn how metal bistro sets are made!
• Letterpress Printing: Tired of e-cards? This traditional form of correspondence is making a comeback.
Video link:
• Steel Bistro Sets: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, March 18, 2020; titled as Metal Bistro Sets)
Season 15 Episode 12: "Technological Corks / Zinc Gutters / Traditional Basque Ham / Chisteras"
Episode 376
(segment sounds during the episode's introduction)
Air date: Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, September 17, 2017 (TV)
Descriptions:
• Steel Bistro Sets: Learn how metal bistro sets are made!
• Letterpress Printing: Tired of e-cards? This traditional form of correspondence is making a comeback.
Video link:
• Steel Bistro Sets: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, March 18, 2020; titled as Metal Bistro Sets)
Season 15 Episode 12: "Technological Corks / Zinc Gutters / Traditional Basque Ham / Chisteras"
Episode 376
(segment sounds during the episode's introduction)
Air date: Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Prod. code: 15-12
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, September 24, 2017 (TV)
Descriptions:
• Technological Corks: These high-tech stoppers are specially crafted to prevent musty odors.
• Traditional Basque Ham: Learn how they make a variety of traditional Basque ham called Kintoa.
Video link:
• Traditional Basque Ham: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, March 25, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 13: "Pétanque Balls / Biologic Medicines / Asphalt Pavers / Basque Espadrilles"
Episode 377
Air date: Thursday, September 28, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, September 24, 2017 (TV)
Descriptions:
• Technological Corks: These high-tech stoppers are specially crafted to prevent musty odors.
• Traditional Basque Ham: Learn how they make a variety of traditional Basque ham called Kintoa.
Video link:
• Traditional Basque Ham: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, March 25, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 13: "Pétanque Balls / Biologic Medicines / Asphalt Pavers / Basque Espadrilles"
Episode 377
Air date: Thursday, September 28, 2017
Writer: Oisin Curran
Prod. code: 15-13
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, September 24, 2017 (TV)
Description:
• Biologic Medicines: Unlike traditional drugs synthesized from chemicals, biologic medicines are proteins made from living cells.
Video link:
• Asphalt Pavers: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, April 1, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 14: "Leather Basketballs / Flood Gates / Wood Panel Canvases / Shoelaces"
Episode 378
Air date: Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, September 24, 2017 (TV)
Description:
• Biologic Medicines: Unlike traditional drugs synthesized from chemicals, biologic medicines are proteins made from living cells.
Video link:
• Asphalt Pavers: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, April 1, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 14: "Leather Basketballs / Flood Gates / Wood Panel Canvases / Shoelaces"
Episode 378
Air date: Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Prod. code: 15-14
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, October 8, 2017 (TV)
Video link:
• Shoelaces: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, April 8, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 15: "Power Steering Pumps / Asian Bowl Meals / Walking Canes"
Episode 379
Air date: Thursday, October 12, 2017
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, October 8, 2017 (TV)
Video link:
• Shoelaces: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Wednesday, April 8, 2020)
Season 15 Episode 15: "Power Steering Pumps / Asian Bowl Meals / Walking Canes"
Episode 379
Air date: Thursday, October 12, 2017
Prod. code: 15-15
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, October 8, 2017 (TV)
Season 15 Episode 16: "Basque Pelota Balls / Pallet Trucks / Dumplings / Brass Faucets"
Episode 380
Air date: Tuesday, December 18, 2018
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXVIII (2018)
Other air date: Sunday, December 16, 2018 (TV)
Description:
• Dumplings: Dumplings are a popular cuisine made by a variety of flavors from around the world.
Video link:
• Dumplings: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Friday, February 8, 2019; titled as How to Make Dumplings; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 17: "Laptops / Panettone / Saxophones"
Episode 381
Air date: Thursday, December 20, 2018
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXVIII (2018)
Other air date: Sunday, December 16, 2018 (TV)
Description:
• Laptops: Learn how a laptop designed for gaming is built in a factory.
Video link:
• Laptops: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Friday, February 15, 2019; titled as How Laptops Are Made in Factories; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 18: "Spinning Reels / Plasma Proteen Therapies / 3D Cups / Stainless Steel Beer Kegs"
Episode 382
Air date: Thursday, January 3, 2019
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXVIII (2018)
Other air date: Sunday, January 6, 2019 (TV)
Description:
• 3D Cups: Pictures on 3D cups have depth and appear to move depending on the angle you view them. A neat trick made possible by a technology known as lenticular printing.
Video link:
• 3D Cups: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Thursday, February 21, 2019; titled as How Kids 3D Cups Are Made; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 19: "Steamer Baskets / 3-Wheel Scooter / Prefabricated Conservatories / Copper Cookware"
Episode 383
Air date: Friday, January 4, 2019
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXVIII (2018)
Other air dates: Thursday, January 3, 2019 (compilation), Sunday, January 6, 2019 (TV)
Description:
• Steamer Baskets: Perfected by generations of craftsmen, traditional bamboo steamers are lightweight, strong and durable.
Video link:
• Steamer Baskets: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Thursday, February 28, 2019; titled as How Bamboo Steamer Baskets Are Made; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 20: "Mountain Bike Tires / Leaf & Debris Vacuums / Canned Meat / Fillet Knives"
Episode 384
Air date: Thursday, January 10, 2019
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXIX (2019)
Other air date: Sunday, January 13, 2019 (TV)
Descriptions:
• Mountain Bike Tires: Wider than regular road tires, mountain bike tires have raised knobs or lugs that add stability on uneven terrain. Built to withstand the trail, these tires can handle it all.
• Canned Meat: With so much on their plates, busy people rely on shortcuts to help prepare meals. Nowadays you can stock your pantry with cans of pre-cooked meat.
Video links:
• Mountain Bike Tires: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Friday, May 24, 2019; titled as How Mountain Bike Tires Are Made; includes CC)
• Canned Meat: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Thursday, March 7, 2019; titled as How Factories Produce Canned Meat; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 21: "Rice Cookers / Concealment Furniture / Promotional Origami / Hedge Shears"
Episode 385
Air date: Friday, January 11, 2019
Year code: MMXIX (2019)
Other air dates: Thursday, January 10, 2019 (compilation), Sunday, January 13, 2019 (TV)
Description:
• Rice Cookers: Rice cookers use indirect heat to circulate steam around rice and water, from the outer pot to an inner pot.
Video link:
• Rice Cookers: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Thursday, March 14, 2019; titled as How Rice Cookers Are Made; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 22: "Glass Faucets / Firetruck Ladders / Antique Clock Restoration / Barbecue Utensils"
Episode 386
Air date: Thursday, January 17, 2019
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXIX (2019)
Other air date: Sunday, January 20, 2019 (TV)
Description:
• Glass Faucets: Glass faucets elevate indoor plumbing to an art form! See how they're made.
Video link:
• Glass Faucets: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Friday, March 22, 2019; titled as How to Design and Construct a Glass Faucet; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 23: "Educational Robots / Boxing Belts / Boat Radar Mounts / European Style Radiators"
Episode 387
Air date: Friday, January 18, 2019
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXIX (2019)
Other air dates: Thursday, January 17, 2019 (compilation), Sunday, January 20, 2019 (TV)
Description:
• Boxing Belts: When professional boxers win a title, they're crowned the champ and rewarded with a belt to be worn around the waist.
Video link:
• Boxing Belts: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Friday, March 29, 2019; titled as How Boxing Championship Belts Are Made; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 24: "Cotton / Rodeo Roping Chutes / Asian Noodles / Rotary Engines"
Episode 388
Air date: Thursday, January 24, 2019
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXIX (2019)
Other air date: Sunday, January 27, 2019 (TV)
Description:
• Cotton: Through the centuries, cotton fiber was traditionally processed by hand, until the early 18th century when the first automated processing machine was invented.
Video link:
• Cotton: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Friday, April 5, 2019; titled as How Cotton is Processed in Factories; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 25: "Sleeper Rigs / Pecans / Steel Pulleys / Acetate Eyewear"
Episode 389
Air date: Friday, January 25, 2019
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXIX (2019)
Other air dates: Thursday, January 24, 2019 (compilation), Sunday, January 27, 2019 (TV)
Description:
• Pecans: Find out how pecans get from trees to your local supermarket.
Video link:
• Pecans: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Friday, April 12, 2019; titled as How Pecans Are Manufactured; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 26: "Wood Slat Baskets / Bells / Gyroscopic Stabilizers"
Episode 390
Air date: Thursday, January 31, 2019
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXIX (2019)
Other air date: Sunday, February 3, 2019 (TV)
Description:
• Bells: Every bell has a distinctive ring: from the festive jingle of sleigh bells to the clang of the boxing bell that marks the beginning of a fight.
Video link:
• Bells: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Saturday, April 20, 2019; titled as How Bells Are Made; includes CC)
Year: 2017
Other air date: Sunday, October 8, 2017 (TV)
Season 15 Episode 16: "Basque Pelota Balls / Pallet Trucks / Dumplings / Brass Faucets"
Episode 380
Air date: Tuesday, December 18, 2018
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXVIII (2018)
Other air date: Sunday, December 16, 2018 (TV)
Description:
• Dumplings: Dumplings are a popular cuisine made by a variety of flavors from around the world.
Video link:
• Dumplings: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Friday, February 8, 2019; titled as How to Make Dumplings; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 17: "Laptops / Panettone / Saxophones"
Episode 381
Air date: Thursday, December 20, 2018
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXVIII (2018)
Other air date: Sunday, December 16, 2018 (TV)
Description:
• Laptops: Learn how a laptop designed for gaming is built in a factory.
Video link:
• Laptops: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Friday, February 15, 2019; titled as How Laptops Are Made in Factories; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 18: "Spinning Reels / Plasma Proteen Therapies / 3D Cups / Stainless Steel Beer Kegs"
Episode 382
Air date: Thursday, January 3, 2019
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXVIII (2018)
Other air date: Sunday, January 6, 2019 (TV)
Description:
• 3D Cups: Pictures on 3D cups have depth and appear to move depending on the angle you view them. A neat trick made possible by a technology known as lenticular printing.
Video link:
• 3D Cups: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Thursday, February 21, 2019; titled as How Kids 3D Cups Are Made; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 19: "Steamer Baskets / 3-Wheel Scooter / Prefabricated Conservatories / Copper Cookware"
Episode 383
Air date: Friday, January 4, 2019
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXVIII (2018)
Other air dates: Thursday, January 3, 2019 (compilation), Sunday, January 6, 2019 (TV)
Description:
• Steamer Baskets: Perfected by generations of craftsmen, traditional bamboo steamers are lightweight, strong and durable.
Video link:
• Steamer Baskets: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Thursday, February 28, 2019; titled as How Bamboo Steamer Baskets Are Made; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 20: "Mountain Bike Tires / Leaf & Debris Vacuums / Canned Meat / Fillet Knives"
Episode 384
Air date: Thursday, January 10, 2019
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXIX (2019)
Other air date: Sunday, January 13, 2019 (TV)
Descriptions:
• Mountain Bike Tires: Wider than regular road tires, mountain bike tires have raised knobs or lugs that add stability on uneven terrain. Built to withstand the trail, these tires can handle it all.
• Canned Meat: With so much on their plates, busy people rely on shortcuts to help prepare meals. Nowadays you can stock your pantry with cans of pre-cooked meat.
Video links:
• Mountain Bike Tires: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Friday, May 24, 2019; titled as How Mountain Bike Tires Are Made; includes CC)
• Canned Meat: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Thursday, March 7, 2019; titled as How Factories Produce Canned Meat; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 21: "Rice Cookers / Concealment Furniture / Promotional Origami / Hedge Shears"
Episode 385
Air date: Friday, January 11, 2019
Year code: MMXIX (2019)
Other air dates: Thursday, January 10, 2019 (compilation), Sunday, January 13, 2019 (TV)
Description:
• Rice Cookers: Rice cookers use indirect heat to circulate steam around rice and water, from the outer pot to an inner pot.
Video link:
• Rice Cookers: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Thursday, March 14, 2019; titled as How Rice Cookers Are Made; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 22: "Glass Faucets / Firetruck Ladders / Antique Clock Restoration / Barbecue Utensils"
Episode 386
Air date: Thursday, January 17, 2019
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXIX (2019)
Other air date: Sunday, January 20, 2019 (TV)
Description:
• Glass Faucets: Glass faucets elevate indoor plumbing to an art form! See how they're made.
Video link:
• Glass Faucets: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Friday, March 22, 2019; titled as How to Design and Construct a Glass Faucet; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 23: "Educational Robots / Boxing Belts / Boat Radar Mounts / European Style Radiators"
Episode 387
Air date: Friday, January 18, 2019
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXIX (2019)
Other air dates: Thursday, January 17, 2019 (compilation), Sunday, January 20, 2019 (TV)
Description:
• Boxing Belts: When professional boxers win a title, they're crowned the champ and rewarded with a belt to be worn around the waist.
Video link:
• Boxing Belts: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Friday, March 29, 2019; titled as How Boxing Championship Belts Are Made; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 24: "Cotton / Rodeo Roping Chutes / Asian Noodles / Rotary Engines"
Episode 388
Air date: Thursday, January 24, 2019
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXIX (2019)
Other air date: Sunday, January 27, 2019 (TV)
Description:
• Cotton: Through the centuries, cotton fiber was traditionally processed by hand, until the early 18th century when the first automated processing machine was invented.
Video link:
• Cotton: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Friday, April 5, 2019; titled as How Cotton is Processed in Factories; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 25: "Sleeper Rigs / Pecans / Steel Pulleys / Acetate Eyewear"
Episode 389
Air date: Friday, January 25, 2019
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXIX (2019)
Other air dates: Thursday, January 24, 2019 (compilation), Sunday, January 27, 2019 (TV)
Description:
• Pecans: Find out how pecans get from trees to your local supermarket.
Video link:
• Pecans: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Friday, April 12, 2019; titled as How Pecans Are Manufactured; includes CC)
Season 15 Episode 26: "Wood Slat Baskets / Bells / Gyroscopic Stabilizers"
Episode 390
Air date: Thursday, January 31, 2019
Writer: Oisin Curran
Year code: MMXIX (2019)
Other air date: Sunday, February 3, 2019 (TV)
Description:
• Bells: Every bell has a distinctive ring: from the festive jingle of sleigh bells to the clang of the boxing bell that marks the beginning of a fight.
Video link:
• Bells: Watch the full segment here (uploaded to the official Science Channel YouTube channel on Saturday, April 20, 2019; titled as How Bells Are Made; includes CC)
Summaries
For summaries of each segment, click here.
Segment musics
For segment musics featured in this season, as well as 16, click here.
See also
Credits (Canada • USA)
Products throughout season 15
• Thai Barbecues (S15E1A) (#1406)
• Diving Masks & Fins (S15E1B) (#1407)
• Bassoons (S15E1C/D) (#1408)
• Wooden Utensils (S15E2A) (#1409)
• Transport Refrigeration Units (S15E2B) (#1410)
• Moccasins (S15E2C) (#1411)
• Electronic Impact Drills (S15E2D) (#1412)
• Wood Watches (S15E3A) (#1413)
• Steel Bicycles (S15E3B) (#1414)
• Raw Pet Food (S15E3C) (#1415)
• Replica Police Lanterns (S15E3D) (#1416)
• Thermoplastic Fire Helmets (S15E4A) (#1417)
• Basketry Sculptures (S15E4B) (#1418)
• Coffee Roasters (S15E4C/D) (#1419)
• Office Chairs (S15E5A) (#1420)
• Vinobrew (S15E5B) (#1421)
• Reconditioned Sander Drums (S15E5C) (#1422)
• Lithographs (S15E5D) (#1423)
• Fireplace Bellows (S15E6A) (#1424)
• Calissons (S15E6B) (#1425)
• Diving Watercraft (S15E6C/D) (#1426)
• Artist Brushes (S15E7A) (#1427)
• DEF Tank Heaters (S15E7B) (#1428)
• Game Tables (S15E7C) (#1429)
• Art Glass Wall Sconces (S15E7D) (#1430)
• Foosball Tables (S15E8A) (#1431)
• Marseille Soap (S15E8B) (#1432)
• Laguiole Pocket Knives (S15E8C/D) (#1433)
• Flying Water Bikes (S15E9A) (#1434)
• Throttle Position Sensors (S15E9B) (#1435)
• Cinnamon Cordial (S15E9C) (#1436)
• Handmade Rasps (S15E9D) (#1437)
• Berets (S15E10A) (#1438)
• Pastis (S15E10B) (#1439)
• Stationary Bikes (S15E10C/D) (#1440)
• Steel Bistro Sets (S15E11A) (#1441)
• Letterpress Printing (S15E11B) (#1442)
• Bamboo Ceramic Lights (S15E11C) (#1443)
• Asphalt Compactors (S15E11D) (#1444)
• Technological Corks (S15E12A) (#1445)
• Zinc Gutters (S15E12B) (#1446)
• Traditional Basque Ham (S15E12C) (#1447)
• Chisteras (S15E12D) (#1448)
• Petanque Balls (S15E13A) (#1449)
• Biologic Medicines (S15E13B) (#1450)
• Asphalt Pavers (S15E13C) (#1451)
• Basque Espadrilles (S15E13D) (#1452)
• Leather Basketballs (S15E14A) (#1453)
• Flood Gates (S15E14B) (#1454)
• Wood Panel Canvases (S15E14C) (#1455)
• Shoelaces (S15E14D) (#1456)
• Power Steering Pumps (S15E15A) (#1457)
• Asian Bowl Meals (S15E15B) (#1458)
• Walking Canes (S15E15C/D) (#1459)
• Basque Pelota Balls (S15E16A) (#1460)
• Pallet Trucks (S15E16B) (#1461)
• Dumplings (S15E16C) (#1462)
• Brass Faucets (S15E16D) (#1463)
• Laptops (S15E17A) (#1464)
• Panettone (S15E17B) (#1465)
• Saxophones (S15E17C/D) (#1466)
• Spinning Reels (S15E18A) (#1467)
• Plasma Proteen Therapies (S15E18B) (#1468)
• 3D Cups (S15E18C) (#1469)
• Stainless Steel Beer Kings (S15E18D) (#1470)
• Steamer Baskets (S15E19A) (#1471)
• 3-Wheel Scooter (S15E19B) (#1472)
• Prefabricated Conservatories (S15E19C) (#1473)
• Copper Cookware (S15E19D) (#1474)
• Mountain Bike Tires (S15E20A) (#1475)
• Leaf & Debris Vacuums (S15E20B) (#1476)
• Canned Meat (S15E20C) (#1477)
• Fillet Knives (S15E20D) (#1478)
• Rice Cookers (S15E21A) (#1479)
• Concealment Furniture (S15E21B) (#1480)
• Promotional Origami (S15E21C) (#1481)
• Hedge Shears (S15E21D) (#1482)
• Glass Faucets (S15E22A) (#1483)
• Firetruck Ladders (S15E22B) (#1484)
• Antique Clock Restoration (S15E22C) (#1485)
• Barbecue Utensils (S15E22D) (#1486)
• Educational Robots (S15E23A) (#1487)
• Boxing Belts (S15E23B) (#1488)
• Boat Radar Mounts (S15E23C) (#1489)
• European Style Radiators (S15E23D) (#1490)
• Cotton (S15E24A) (#1491)
• Rodeo Roping Chutes (S15E24B) (#1492)
• Asian Noodles (S15E24C) (#1493)
• Rotary Engines (S15E24D) (#1494)
• Sleeper Rigs (S15E25A) (#1495)
• Pecans (S15E25B) (#1496)
• Steel Pulleys (S15E25C) (#1497)
• Acetate Eyewear (S15E25D) (#1498)
• Wood Slat Baskets (S15E26A) (#1499)
• Bells (S15E26B) (#1500)
• Gyroscopic Stabilizers (S15E26C/D) (#1501)
