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The Secret Life of Machines

Season 1 Episode 2: The Secret Life of the Washing Machine

The next episode of the show will explore the history of automatic washing, starting with the nautical practice of towing clothes behind a ship. The episode will also feature models of washing machines, including solenoid valves and pressure switches, as well as various cut-away machines and thei...

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 The Secret Life of the Vacuum Cleaner

1. The Secret Life of the Vacuum Cleaner

Aired: Nov 14, 1988

The next episode delves into the history of vacuum cleaners, exploring how ca...

Episode 2 The Secret Life of the Washing Machine

2. The Secret Life of the Washing Machine

Aired: Nov 21, 1988

The next episode of the show will explore the history of automatic washing, s...

Episode 3 The Secret Life of the Sewing Machine

3. The Secret Life of the Sewing Machine

Aired: Nov 28, 1988

The next episode explores the early history of sewing machines, starting with...

Episode 4 The Secret Life of the Refrigerator

4. The Secret Life of the Refrigerator

Aired: Dec 5, 1988

Next episode, "Cooling Down", takes a trip back in time to explore the origin...

Episode 5 The Secret Life of the Central Heating System

5. The Secret Life of the Central Heating System

Aired: Dec 12, 1988

The next episode explores the evolution of Roman homes, from primitive fire p...

Episode 6 The Secret Life of the Television Set

6. The Secret Life of the Television Set

Aired: Dec 19, 1988

John Logie Baird, a Scottish inventor, developed an electromechanical TV syst...

Appearances

Creators

Tim HunkinCreator, Writer

Info about The Secret Life of Machines

Seasons: 3

Current Status: Ended

Network: Channel 4

Genres:Documentary, History