Why the Fork: Everyday design for curious minds
D2M Product DesignDo you ever find yourself staring at a tin opener, washing machine or backpack and thinking "how did this end up like this?", "Who decided this was the best design" or even "How on earth did this come to be?!"
Why the Fork is dedicated to looking at the hidden stories of the mundane objects in your home, that have an illustrious and fascinating past.
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| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 7 | Founded | 3 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsDesignHistory | |||
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What object signifies a unified world, a world where we work together for the good of everyone (and a tastier breakfast)?
Few other objects combine affordability, years of manufacturing advancement and the global trade system better than the toaster... more
Your bathroom is home to something that has been with us for just a few hundred years, but without it, our health would be so much poorer.
The toothbrush has become part of our daily routine, but it’s roots go way beyond what lives in your bathroom ... more
Under your worktop there's an icon quietly sitting there, transforming people's lives.
Without it, you would be still taking a weekly trip down to your local river, or washhouse, to get your clothes clean.
Adding hours of domestic chores to everyon... more
The backpack is something that's interwoven into our lives. They grow with us, from our early days at school, to our holidays and our daily commute.
It's always there, happily carrying all the stuff we cram into it. But it's one of those bits of des... more
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What a fantastic podcast! Why the Fork takes the ordinary and makes it extraordinary. From the surprising history to the imaginative future of items we often overlook, this show is a fun, educational, and genuinely inspiring listen. The first episode on the humble tin opener is packed with fascinating insights—from Napoleon’s role in the invention of the tin can to the possibility of laser-powered openers in the future. I loved the expert interviews and clever storytelling. Can’t wait for the ne... more
Apple Podcasts5Dave Sunter
United Kingdom3 months ago - The best tin opener based podcast ever!
The best tin opener based podcast ever!
Apple Podcasts5IlluminatatusUnited Kingdom3 months ago - Amazing
I love this podcast already, it’s brilliant! Well done Ben.
Apple Podcasts5Maya_247United Kingdom3 months ago
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