John Logie Baird, a Scottish inventor, developed an electromechanical TV system in the 1920s, showcasing it in public demonstrations that sparked EMI's development of an all-electronic system.
1. The Secret Life of the Vacuum Cleaner
Aired: Nov 14, 1988The next episode delves into the history of vacuum cleaners, exploring how ca...
2. The Secret Life of the Washing Machine
Aired: Nov 21, 1988The next episode of the show will explore the history of automatic washing, s...
3. The Secret Life of the Sewing Machine
Aired: Nov 28, 1988The next episode explores the early history of sewing machines, starting with...
4. The Secret Life of the Refrigerator
Aired: Dec 5, 1988Next episode, "Cooling Down", takes a trip back in time to explore the origin...
5. The Secret Life of the Central Heating System
Aired: Dec 12, 1988The next episode explores the evolution of Roman homes, from primitive fire p...
6. The Secret Life of the Television Set
Aired: Dec 19, 1988John Logie Baird, a Scottish inventor, developed an electromechanical TV syst...
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Seasons: 3
Current Status: Ended
Network: Channel 4
Genres:Documentary, History
