How Do They Do It?

2006•8 series•Entertainment / Factual
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After watching this series you may never look at ordinary objects in the same way again. A tube of toothpaste? Car tires? Tea bags? A lot of technology goes into even the simplest of consumer goods, and this program offers viewers a glimpse at just what that entails.

Harris Tweed, Turntables and Hakarl: Episode Image
Episode 1Harris Tweed, Turntables and Hakarl

How do the islanders of the Outer Hebrides use pedal power to weave world-famous Harris tweed? And, in Iceland, how do they prepare fermented shark? S15, Ep1

Beds, Space Freighters and Underground Farms: Episode Image
Episode 2Beds, Space Freighters and Underground Farms

How do they make the world's most expensive and luxurious beds? And, how do they deliver supplies and equipment to the International Space Station? S15, Ep2

Pencils, Licorice and Lace: Episode Image
Episode 19Pencils, Licorice and Lace

How do they turn trees into pencils? How do they make liquorice? And, how do they use traditional techniques to weave the world's most fashionable lace? S15, Ep19

Platinum, Manga and Limoncello: Episode Image
Episode 20Platinum, Manga and Limoncello

How do they mine one of the world's most valuable metals, platinum? How do they produce manga comics? How do they turn lemons into an Italian after-dinner drinks? S15, Ep20

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