The Secret Genius of Modern Life

A cheerful, curiosity-driven tour of everyday gadgets that makes engineering feel friendly and quietly astonishing.

Created by

Alastair Duncan, Declan Healy

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Hannah Fry

Overview

Hannah Fry uncovers the secrets behind the miraculous technologies of the modern world, revealing the mind-blowing stories behind their invention.

How it feels

Warm, light and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Technology, science, exploration, work

Content

No violence, gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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