Engines of Our Ingenuity

By: Houston Public Media
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  • Summary

  • The story of technological progress is one of drama and intrigue, sudden insight and plain hard work. Let’s explore technology’s spectacular failures and many magnificent success stories.

    This content is in service of Houston Public Media’s education mission and is sponsored by the University of Houston. It is not a product of our news team.
    ℗ & © 2023 Houston Public Media
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Episodes
  • The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1338: The Last Masts

    The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1338: The Last Masts
    Mar 1 2025
    Episode: 1338 The century-long retention of masts and sails on steamships. Today, we wonder about sails on steam-powered ships.
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    4 mins
  • The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1337: Frankenstein

    The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1337: Frankenstein
    Feb 28 2025
    Episode: 1337 Frankenstein -- the monster of our obsessiveness. Today, we consider a favorite nightmare.
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    4 mins
  • The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2429: The Birth of Betty Crocker

    The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2429: The Birth of Betty Crocker
    Feb 27 2025
    Episode: 2429 The Birth of Betty Crocker. Today, America's First Lady of Food.
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    4 mins

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