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HISTORY BEHIND THE WORKS

Turning recycled bottles into fashion wear

Garbage

Watch how turning recycled bottles into fashion wear is a complicated and dirty task.

Blasting iron with coke to make steel

Steel

Learn about the secrets of blasting iron with coke just hot enough to make steel.

The best power tools invented today.

Powertools

Originally used by primitive man, see the best power tools invented today.

Beer brewing - from the fields to the fridge.

Beer

Beer's journey from the fields to your fridge is a modern process derived from an ancient recipe.

Guns and Ammo

Guns N' Ammo

Uncover the evolution of gun technology and its incredible role in history.

Motorcycles

Motorcycles

Take a look at the history behind customized motorcycle rides that started in the U.S.

Tattoos.

Tattoos

The ancient art of tattooing continues to be practiced with symbolic meaning today.

Skydiving

Skydiving

Watch jumpers sky surf through the air, using technology that takes them to dizzying heights.

MEET THE HOST

Daniel H. Wilson

Host Daniel H. Wilson takes you on a journey throughout the U.S. to uncover the mysterious yet simple facts and history hidden within the incredibly complex systems of everyday life. Learn more about his technical qualifications and what makes him so unique.

INSIDE THE WORKS

tatoo

Did You Know?

Uncover the rare facts and history behind extraordinary items we use everyday.

bike

About The Series

Take a closer look at the sneakers on your feet, the power tools in your garage or that beer you're about to drink.

tatoo

Episode Guide

Find out when to tune in to watch Daniel reveal the next unseen secrets behind The Works.

episode guide

Image Gallery

See photos of Daniel in action deconstructing The Works. Brewing beer or grinding steel has never been so intense.

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