Photograph by Pete Chinn
About the Show
Technology is all around us. From computers to cameras, cell phones to satellite navigation—our dependence on technology has never been greater. But how many of us ever stop to question how these inventions actually came about? Challenging the commonly held view, that they appear fully formed, out of nowhere, The Link reveals the surprising origins of some of the most important technological breakthroughs of the modern world.
Meet the Host
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Meet Josh Klein
Technology consultant Josh Klein doesn’t do things “by the book.” From computer networks to consumer hardware, Josh is an expert at taking things apart and putting them back together to produce something even better. Get to know more about the host.
Photo Galleries
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Ploughs to Supercars
From Racing to Reenacting the Black Plauge
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Fireworks to Forensics
Robots, War Planes, and Everything in Between
Follow the Links
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Making Connections
On the surface, ancient Chinese fireworks and modern-day forensic science seem to have very little in common. But they are connected in ways you might not expect. Follow the incredible journey of technology from fireworks to forensics.
Facts
Fridays at 7P et/pt
Featured Episode
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Swords to Spy Planes
How ancient Chinese technology set the stage for high-tech military drones
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Book & DVD
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Companion to the Show
Get Brainworks, the show's official companion book, full of optical illusions and other mental tricks.
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Brain Games DVD
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