Modern Marvels

Modern Marvels

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The stories of the doers, the dreamers and sometime-schemers that create everyday items, technological breakthroughs and manmade wonders.

IMDb 8.1/10200016 seasons

Special InterestDocumentarySmart

Special InterestDocumentarySmart

IMDb 8.1/10200016 seasons

Cast: Lloyd SherrHarlan SapersteinAdam Richman

TV-G

2 episodes

7. Polio Vaccine

7. Polio Vaccine

When "poliomyelitis" swept the nation, thousands died or became disabled before American ingenuity, trial and error, and acts of desperation led to one of the greatest scientific breakthroughs in history. See how polio shaped FDR's vision.

When "poliomyelitis" swept the nation, thousands died or became disabled before American ingenuity, trial and error, and acts of desperation led to one of the greatest scientific breakthroughs in history. See how polio shaped FDR's vision.

TV-G

45min

Oct 4, 1997

4. Household Wonders

4. Household Wonders

Reviews the revolution in home improvement and glimpses the kitchen of tomorrow. Included: the development of the stove, sewing machine, refrigerated air, washing machine, vacuum cleaner, toaster, and mixer.

Reviews the revolution in home improvement and glimpses the kitchen of tomorrow. Included: the development of the stove, sewing machine, refrigerated air, washing machine, vacuum cleaner, toaster, and mixer.

TV-G

47min

Mar 15, 2000

Modern Marvels

Special InterestDocumentarySmart

IMDb 8.1/10200016 seasons

The stories of the doers, the dreamers and sometime-schemers that create everyday items, technological breakthroughs and manmade wonders.

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TV-G

Flashing lights and strobing patterns might affect photosensitive viewers

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English

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English [CC]

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