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off- 90's Tech
- Modern Marvels: 90s Tech will take you way back to the end of the 20th century and the beginning of today's trendy technologies. From DVDs to TIVO to GPS, we'll see how the gadgets we can't live without all started in the 90s. [ read more ]
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off- Assembly Line DVD
- From the Model T to fully robotic factories, take a 100-year tour of the most important component of modern industrial production. [ read more ]
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off- Black Gold DVD
- It is the most valuable substance on earth. It has brought riches to poor nations and bankrupted wealthy ones. It has spurred wars, and given immense fortunes and power to the men who control it Filled with interviews with industry insiders and industrial historians, BLACK GOLD is the… [ read more ]
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off- Boneyard: Battlefield DVD
- When the military's heavy-duty machinery completes its last tour of duty, there's no 21-gun salute, just a surprisingly useful afterlife. Check it out in this latest episode. An innovative look at the ultimate in "reuse, recycle, reduce." Scrap or treasure? What happens to machines… [ read more ]
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off- Edison Tech DVD
- From his famous successes to false starts and failures, examine the inventing career of the "father of the future." Rare footage and photos from his lab show Edison at work. Learn the fascinating stories behind his incredible inventions - and frequent failures. See how today's engineers are sti [ read more ]
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off- Explorers: From the Titanic to the Moon DVD
- Journey into the unknown with James Cameron and Buzz Aldrin on an unforgettable exploration honoring the visionary work of science-fiction author, Jules Verne. From the odyssey of the first moon voyage to the spectacular rediscovery of the Titanic in the depths of the abyss, come along as… [ read more ]
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off- Instant Expert: Ancient History: Egypt DVD
- History introduces Instant Expert, an exciting new line of titles offering on-the-spot knowledge to students and lifelong learners on a wide variety of topics. Long before the Romans built their first mud huts, ancient Egypt's mighty pharaohs began commissioning and building monumental… [ read more ]
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off- Modern Marvels Aluminum DVD
- You can tear it with two fingers; you can build space ships with it. In this DVD get all the fascinating info about this endlessly versatile material. For over a decade, MODERN MARVELS has brought grand stories to life. The ultimate celebration and investigation of engineering excellence. From [ read more ]
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off- Batteries DVD
- You'll get a charge out of this electrifying exploration of the wondrous energy cells that power the world. From space travel to channel-surfing, we would be lost without batteries. For over a decade, MODERN MARVELS has brought grand stories to life. The ultimate celebration and investigation o [ read more ]
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- The science behind the sublime. Here are all the technical glories of the ultimate treat wrapped up in a sweet package. For over a decade, MODERN MARVELS has brought grand stories to life. The ultimate celebration and investigation of engineering excellence. Chocolate is everybody's favorite d [ read more ]
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off- Modern Marvels Chrome DVD
- It’s Chrome, in all its shining glory, starting with a 30-foot-long chrome hot rod. At 4 State Trucks in Missouri, the Chrome Shop Mafia adds some truckers' "bling" to a big rig as viewers tour its 35,000 square-foot treasure trove of chrome. At Arlington Plating Company in Illinois,… [ read more ]
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off- Extreme Aircraft II DVD
- Take to the skies aboard some amazing flying machines! The phenomenal technology showcased in this thrilling episode will blow you away! For over a decade, MODERN MARVELS has brought grand stories to life. The ultimate celebration and investigation of engineering excellence. From swarms of mi [ read more ]
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off- Modern Marvels Rollercoasters Search for Ultimate Thrill DVD
- They are the centerpiece of all great amusement parks, heart-stopping rides with names like The Cyclone and the Beast. [ read more ]
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off- Modern Marvels The Erie Canal DVD
- This is the fascinating chronicle of the engineering wonder that forever transformed American history. [ read more ]
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off- The Link DVD and Book
- The Link DVD Scientists have discovered the oldest and most complete fossil of a human ancestor. An incredible 95 percent complete fossil of a 47-million-year-old human ancestor dubbed Ida has been discovered and, after two years of secret study, an international team of scientists… [ read more ]
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off- 101 Gadgets That Changed the World DVD
- What is the most influential gadget in ever invented? In conjunction with Popular Mechanics Magazine, HISTORY has assembled a panel of the world's most renowned tech gurus to generate the definitive list of 101 gadgets. The history of the gadget is both the history of invention and the… [ read more ]
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off- 70's Tech DVD
- The 1970s were a decade of excess. Dust off your mirror ball, put on your leisure suit, and rediscover the gadgets of the era. Play PONG with its inventor and learn how this simple game created a billion dollar empire. Texas Instruments engineers explain how the technology behind the Speak &… [ read more ]
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off- 900 Ton Building DVD
- The record-setting Matyiko Brothers race against time to transport a 900-ton building to a new location. A step-by-step look at the challenging work of moving structures. Watch as industry heavyweights the Matyiko Brothers tackle two challenging projects. See how a 900-ton building is lifted f [ read more ]
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off- Ancient China: The Personal Weapon DVD
- Today's modern armies employ missiles, machine guns, smart weapons and clever strategies to use on the battlefield. These weapons may seem like cutting edge technology, but the ancient Chinese invented these weapons--in some cases thousands of years ago. Host Michael Guillen will… [ read more ]
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off- Ancient Mystery Moves DVD
- The towering 80-ton statues on Easter Island and the 800-ton trilithon stones of the Roman God of Thunder's Temple are examples of ancient engineering miracles that would appear to be too heavy to move. Scientists and engineers search for clues and set out to solve the mysteries of how… [ read more ]
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off- Ancient Secret Agents DVD
- Investigate the systems by which ancient intelligence services transmitted messages over thousands of miles--the fire beacon, the horse and the pigeon. This episode sets up a great race between these three systems to see which communicates the swiftest. Learn how ancient spies sent secret… [ read more ]
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off- Axe DVD
- We take a look at specialized axes through the years, from the firefighter's pickhead axe to a 17th century Persian parade axe. [ read more ]
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off- Beauty of the Beast / Why is this Dolphin Smiling? DVD
- Swim with dolphins and get up-close with the largest and most dangerous predator in the Americas the awesome grizzly bear. [ read more ]
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off- Bedroom Tech DVD
- You'll have no trouble staying awake during this refreshing look at the latest and greatest in sleeping breakthroughs. For over a decade, MODERN MARVELS has brought grand stories to life. The ultimate celebration and investigation of engineering excellence. Don't let the bedbugs bite! This is [ read more ]
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off- Beyond the Looking Glass / The New Language of Science DVD
- Go to the cutting-edge of technology to see the latest in virtual reality, and how supercomputers are helping scientists visualize complex scientific concepts. [ read more ]
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off- Blowtorch DVD
- We'll visit Bernzomatic, where they manufacture the T7000 instant-on torch at a rate of 1 torch every six seconds. [ read more ]
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- MODERN MARVELS traces the evolution of the deadliest weapons ever made. [ read more ]
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off- Boneyard: Biowaste DVD
- With every flush we deliver one more load to this amazing - and utterly critical - BONEYARD. See how we're keeping our heads above water (and worse) in this captivating episode. Scrap or treasure? What happens to materials once their useful life has ended? The ultimate waste has been… [ read more ]
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off- Boneyard: Demolition DVD
- It's almost impossible to build anything these days without knocking something down first. But what becomes of an entire building's worth of waste? Scrap or treasure? What happens to machines once their useful life has ended? An innovative look at the ultimate in ''reuse, recycle, reduce.'' B [ read more ]
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off- Boneyard: Garbage DVD
- When you throw out your trash, it's only the beginning. You'll be surprised how useful your waste can be! An innovative look at the ultimate in "reuse, recycle, reduce." Scrap or treasure? What happens to machines once their useful life has ended? Trash takes on a whole new life after a trip [ read more ]
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off- Boneyard: Mines DVD
- See how an industry with a long history of ecological destruction has vastly improved its long-term impact on the planet. Scrap or treasure? What happens to machines once their useful life has ended? Mines are better than ever, thanks to the BONEYARD. An innovative look at the ultimate in "reu [ read more ]
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off- Boneyard: Oil Rigs DVD
- How do you dispose of one of the largest structures made by man? That's tough enough to withstand hurricanes? That's in the middle of the ocean? An innovative look at the ultimate in "reuse, recycle, reduce." Decommissioning these phenomenal man-made islands poses unique challenges. Scrap or t [ read more ]
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off- Boneyard: Ships DVD
- Mothball fleet, shipwreck, scuttling? Discover the fate awaiting the sea's glorious vessels when they've crested their final wave. Scrap or treasure? What happens to machines once their useful life has ended? Without proper disposal, every mothballed ship is a potential ecological disaster. A [ read more ]
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off- Breaking Vegas: The Gadget Gambler DVD
- Meet a devout Baptist who became obsessed with using technology to stack the deck in his favor. An exciting new series inspired by the bestselling book about the legendary MIT Blackjack Team. Meet a church choir director who became the "mad scientist" of gambling. Get the inside story of the g [ read more ]
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off- Buried Secrets: Digging For DNA DVD
- From Jesse James to Thomas Jefferson to the Unknown Soldier, see how DNA evidence is changing the way we look at history. [ read more ]
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off- Christmas Tech DVD
- Twinkling lights, tinsel, artificial Christmas trees and snow globes, it just wouldn't be the holiday season without them. Technological advancements have made them cheaper, easier and safer. We'll visit Rockefeller Center for a look at their yearly tree preparations and then take a walk to… [ read more ]
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off- Computers DVD
- The incredible breakthroughs and refinements that have marked the development of the computer are so familiar that they have lost some of their power to amaze. But the fact that we can now create a single, coin-sized chip boasting more power than early computers that filled entire rooms is… [ read more ]
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off- UFO Files: Day After Roswell DVD
- This exposé explores the possibly alien origins of some of today’s common technologies. A fascinating new look at the most famous UFO incident in history. Based on the book of the same name by Lt. Col. Philip J. Corso and William Birnes. Includes extensive interview with government officials a [ read more ]
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off- Deep Sea Salvage Heavy Metal DVD
- Who do you call when you've got thousands of tons of gnarled metal over 100 feet deep in the water, threatening to wreak environmental havoc if you don't get it out? The Bisso family of Louisiana has been the answer for more than a century, assembling a long history of expertise at… [ read more ]
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off- Drilling DVD
- Engineers attempt to drill the world's deepest hole and roughnecks work rigs in the Gulf of Mexico. Go on the job as roughnecks attempt to dig the deepest hole in history. For over a decade, MODERN MARVELS has brought grand stories to life. The ultimate celebration and investigation of enginee [ read more ]
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