The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation

September. 27,2014      TV-G
Rating:
8.1
Trailer Synopsis

The Henry Ford’s Innovation Nation is a weekly Saturday morning show on CBS that showcases present-day change-makers from all over the world who are creating solutions to real needs. It is hosted by news correspondent and CBS Sunday Morning regular Mo Rocca. Each episode presents stories related to the process of innovation and also includes one story on The Henry Ford—its Archive of American Innovation, its unique visitor experiences and its unparalleled expertise. The intent is to stimulate curiosity and to inspire audiences with entertaining yet educational stories about yesterday and today’s visionaries and turning points that changed the course of history, as well as innovations and inventions that are changing the world today. The Henry Ford’s Innovation Nation is produced in partnership by The Henry Ford and Litton Entertainment, a leading independent production and distribution company.

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Seasons 10 : 2023

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Episode 1 - Ping Pong Robot
October. 07,2023

A ping pong robot sharpens one's backhand; an underwater scooter on one's arms; the disruptive invention of the digital camera; when mail-order shopping began.

Episode 2 - Seal Whisker Camera
October. 14,2023

Episode 3 - Super Coral Reefs
October. 21,2023

Episode 4 - Snore Pillow
October. 28,2023

Episode 5 - The No Pedal Bike
November. 04,2023

Learning to ride a bike without pedals; tracking one's child's growth with tech; the disruptive invention of colorblind glasses; the women of agriculture.

Episode 6 - Self-Editing Sports Camera
November. 11,2023

The wall vacuum jet to launder one's clothes; a stand-alone camera producing kids' soccer videos; when the cellphone disrupted the world; early home architecture.

Episode 7 - Hip Luggage Cart
November. 18,2023

A hands-free luggage cart; camping off the ground with a two-story tent; the tech of movie star Hedy Lamarr; the history of chandeliers.

Episode 8 - Stone Balancing Beauty
January. 13,2024

The art of stacking boulders; the paper keeping veggies fresh; the Jetman soaring on high; Thomas Edison's actual workshop.

Episode 9 - Wrist Cooling A/C
January. 20,2024

The wrist air conditioner; the technology of spokespeople that aren't people; the disruptive tuner for singers; the innovative art of Lillian Schwartz.

Episode 10 - Launching Salmon
January. 27,2024

The salmon cannon whooshing fish upriver; the resurgence of vinyl records; the flying bird robot scattering the flock; the rivalry between Thomas Edison and Nicola Tesla.

Episode 11 - Off-road Vehicles
February. 03,2024

Our curator of transportation discusses off-road vehicles with host Mo Rocca, who also shows us a portable cold plunge tub, a smart ukelele, and a noninvasive way to harvest honey from beehives.

Episode 12 - The Rosa Parks Bus
February. 10,2024

Our president and former executive vice president discuss Rosa Parks with host Mo Rocca, who also shows us a bracelet designed to repel sharks, the school training a new generation of watchmakers, and a scientist using bananas to address vitamin A deficiency.

Episode 13 - McKinley Thompson
February. 17,2024

Our curator of transportation discusses McKinley Thompson with host Mo Rocca, who also shows us a smart ring designed for women’s health, an independent science safety organization, and the disruptive invention of Mr. Coffee.

Episode 14 - George Washington Carver
February. 24,2024

Our curator of agriculture and the environment discusses George Washington Carver with host Mo Rocca, who also shows us a sonar fish finder, a playground that helps teach physics, and a transforming pizza box.

Episode 15 - Advertising Illustrators
March. 02,2024

Our curator of decorative arts discusses advertising illustrators with host Mo Rocca, who also shows us a device to harness the power of running water, wearable robotic gravity assistance, and the disruptive invention of the Apple 1.

Episode 16 - The Wright Brothers
April. 13,2024

Our curator of transportation discusses the Wright brothers with host Mo Rocca, who also shows us biologically-inspired robots, massage chairs, and a penguin research rover.

Episode 17 - Literacy
April. 20,2024

Our librarian discusses literacy with host Mo Rocca, who also shows us technology for writing in the sky, a soundproof microphone that isolates your voice, and the disruptive power of crowdfunding.

Episode 18 - Henry Ford’s Violins
April. 27,2024

Our curator of domestic life discusses Henry Ford’s violin collection with host Mo Rocca, who also shows us a jet ski that dives under the waves, a security fog machine, and a rolling water barrel.

Episode 19 - Design for Aging
May. 04,2024

Our curator of design discusses design for aging with host Mo Rocca, who also shows us a solar-powered camper, a smart bracelet to help with repetitive behavior, and the disruptive creation of a global seed vault.

Episode 20 - Railroad Roundhouses
May. 11,2024

Our curator of transportation discusses industrial locomotives with host Mo Rocca, who also shows us play balls for horses, clothing designed for extreme cold, and farmers saving water with the tree T-PEE.

Episode 21 - Aerial Photography
May. 18,2024

One of our associate curators discusses aerial photography with host Mo Rocca, who also shows us a smart showerhead, a booster for weak cellular signals, and the disruptive invention of wristwatches.

Episode 22 - Henry Ford and Soybeans
May. 25,2024

Our curator of transportation discusses Henry Ford’s soybean research with host Mo Rocca, who also shows us wheelchairs for pets, shipping container farms, and LED shoe lights for running at night.

Episode 23 - Haptic Gloves
July. 06,2024

Gloves with the tapping touch; recycling paint into paint; the disruptive invention of 3D printing; the history of children's books.

Episode 24 - Pillar Plants
July. 13,2024

The tackle dummy avoiding injuries; surfing above the waves; the plants on highway pillars cleaning the air; Abe Lincoln.

Episode 25 - Mail Order Shopping
July. 20,2024

Searching for sunken treasure with an underwater drone; the paddleboard pumped up with a hydro jet; the ping pong robot sharpening one's backhand; when mail order shopping began.

Seasons 9 : 2022

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23 Episode

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Seasons 8 : 2021

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Seasons 7 : 2021

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26 Episode

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Seasons 6 : 2019

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26 Episode

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Seasons 5 : 2018

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26 Episode

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Seasons 4 : 2017

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26 Episode

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Seasons 3 : 2016

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Seasons 2 : 2015

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Seasons 1 : 2014

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