Rifkin, Jeff

Over the past century electricity has dramatically changed human lifestyles in much of the world ? but how does it work? Segments cover television technology, controlling electricity for different applications, and electromagnetic power..

Science educator Bill Nye details the history of development in home technology, discussing prefabricated houses, house paint, plumbing, air conditioning, dishwashers, washing machines, microwave ovens, cosmetics, razors, frozen food, and Tupperware. Includes introductions to George Washington Carver and a student inventor.

Science educator Bill Nye details the history of various materials, including concrete, glass, steel, rubber, Kevlar, and carbon fiber, and discusses how they are made and used. Includes an introduction to a student inventor.

Science educator Bill Nye details the history of inventions and innovations related to business and industry, discussing the development of numbers and currency, the stock exchange, farm equipment, and the assembly line.