The Works

Host Daniel H. Wilson, who has more than a decade of experience studying artificial intelligence which can create smart houses, explores the world of robots.

Host Daniel H. Wilson uncovers the physics, biology and technology behind skydiving; military, firefighting and law enforcement applications of skydiving; why freefalling is so thrilling physiologically.

The history of tattoos; how tattoos are designed and applied; surprising tattoo applications in law enforcement, mobile digital technology and medicine.

Tracing the history of guns; gun technology found in everyday objects; urine is a key ingredient in gunpowder; the future of ammunition.

Some scientists believe sneakers might represent the next step in human evolution; biomechanical engineers perfect new designs; global industry.

Tracing the history of power tools; power tools that can slice mountains; developments in nanotechnology.

Steel's advantages as material; the secret that makes 3,500 kinds of steel possible; steel's applications in law enforcement, music and art.

Disposing of garbage; following New York City trash to its final destination in a landfill; swirling vortex of trash in the Pacific Ocean; recycling; energy conversion; host: Daniel Wilson.