Faster! Humanity's Quest to Save Time
Season 1, Episode 5: Episode 5 - The Microwave
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Discovered by accident in 1946, the microwave oven revolutionized kitchens and today is one of the most ubiquitous household appliances in the world. But the technology behind it is about so much more than popping popcorn.
All Episodes - Season 1
Episode 1
Episode 1 - The Elevator
Episode 2
Episode 2 - The Highway
Episode 3
Episode 3 - The Shopping Mall
Episode 4
Episode 4 - The Plastic Container
Episode 5
Episode 5 - The Microwave
Episode 6
Episode 6 - The Disposable Cup
Episode 7
Episode 7 - The Bar Code
Episode 8
Episode 8 - The Dishwasher