Name: How Do They Do It?
Released: 2006-05-06T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Chris Broyles, Robert Llewellyn, Rupert Degas

TV Show · Documentary

An exploration of the scientific engineering processes and technology behind ordinary objects, showing just what goes into making simple consumer goods.

2006 · 21m

Starring Chris Broyles, Robert Llewellyn, Rupert Degas

EPISODE 1

Harris Tweed, Turntables and Hakarl

Observes how the islanders of the Outer Hebrides use pedal power to weave world-famous Harris tweed, and how, in Iceland, they prepare fermented shark.
EPISODE 2

Beds, Space Freighters and Underground Farms

How they make the world's most expensive and luxurious beds; how they deliver supplies and equipment to the International Space Station.
EPISODE 3

Borsalino Hats, Folding Bicycles and Skyr

Explores the production processes of folding bicycles and the distinctive Borsalino hat worn by Indiana Jones.
EPISODE 4

Stratocaster Guitars, Kalles Caviar and Aston Martin Racing

How they make the world's most famous electric guitar, the Fender Stratocaster; how they make Swedish fermented cod roe Kalles caviar.
EPISODE 5

Leaning Tower of Pisa, Eider Down and Digestive Biscuits

Examines the gravity-defying magic behind the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and how chocolate digestive biscuits are manufactured.
EPISODE 6

Parchment, Shuttlecocks and Sea Salt

Explores how the ancient Greeks invented techniques to produce parchment, and how shuttlecocks for badminton are made.