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Engines of Our Ingenuity

Houston Public Media
Crystal Palace
World War II
Nevil Shute
Hall
University Of Houston
Engineering
Fermat's Last Theorem
Aerial Warfare
Civilians
Macbeth
Hooker's Green
Model Building
Windows 95
Ford
Microsoft
Model A
Queen Victoria
The Battle Of Britain
Ordeal
Shakespeare

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.

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Alex Rowland
Historian discussing colonial inventions and technologies
Episode: The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1385: Bushnell’s Submarine
Michael Blackwell
Manager of container operations for the shipper's stevedoring company.
Episode: The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2458: The Container Port of Houston
William Mulholland
Autocratic Water Superintendent of Los Angeles responsible for the dam's construction
Episode: The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1325: The Day the Dam Broke
Kermit Pattison
Tells the story of the St. Francis Dam collapse
University of Houston's College of Engineering
Episode: The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1325: The Day the Dam Broke
Warren Belasco
Historian and expert on global food issues
University of Houston
Episode: The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1315: Algae Burgers
Fitz Walker
NASA engineer
NASA
Episode: The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2770: Building the Mustang
Shuzo Ishida
Professor at Kyoto Institute of Technology, known for his expertise on pagodas
Kyoto Institute of Technology
Episode: The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1299: Stability of Pagodas
Julie Anderson
Medical historian
University of Manchester
Episode: The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2279: Babies in Sideshows
Morton Briggs
Historian who narrated the episode
Episode: The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1262: Eighteenth-Century Environmental Disaster

Host

John Lienhardt
Host and contributor known for storytelling that weaves together the history of innovation and technological progress. Lienhardt provides engaging narratives that are both educational and entertaining.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 207 ratings
  • This cannot end

    I have been listening to this for 3 years and I cannot get enough. I listen to it in the car with my kids, although they are very young they are hearing about the wonders of engineeringand how inventive minds work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fatnessmonster8
    United States4 years ago
  • My First Exposure to Science

    I remember listening to this show everyday on my way to elementary school. Thank you, John Lienhart for the great memories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Evanpf
    United States5 years ago
  • Each episode is packed with knowledge, like an espresso bean.

    Great starting point for exploring new subjects.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jbjrcatches
    United States5 years ago
  • Broad range of subjects

    The podcasters cover an amazing array of subjects, but each presented in an engaging short format.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Eitz
    United States5 years ago
  • Favorite

    Been a long-time fan. Tremendous breadth in selection of topics. Highly recommended to anyone with curiosity!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JhnnyBeeGud
    United States6 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling style that makes complex subjects accessible and enjoyable. Many praise the breadth of topics ranging from history and science to the arts and technology, noting the seamless connection made between these fields.
The podcast has received positive feedback for its ability to draw in audiences with varying backgrounds, fostering curiosity about the relationship between humanity and technology.
Some listeners express concern over potential biases in sponsorship and its impact on educational content. However, overall feedback remains favorable regarding the quality and relevance of the discussions.

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Exploring the rich tapestry of technological progress, this series covers a wide array of topics including notable figures in engineering, the philosophical implications of innovation, and the societal impact of scientific advancements. Episodes illuminate both historical and contemporary stories, addressing everything from the evolution of inventions to the complexities of human interaction with technology. Unique features of this series include its short, engaging narrative format that makes complex subjects accessible to a broad audience and its focus on the interplay between technology and various aspects of culture, creativity, and history.

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