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The Secret Genius of Modern Life Episodes

    TrainerSeries 1

    6/6 Hannah Fry visits eBay authentication, where they are waging war against fake trainers.

    Fitness TrackerSeries 1

    5/6 Hannah Fry finds out how 1970s car crashes helped us to count our steps.

    Electric CarSeries 1

    4/6 Hannah Fry discovers why innovations in meat packing almost derailed the electric car.

    Virtual AssistantSeries 1

    3/6 Hannah Fry delves into the inner workings of virtual assistants.

    Food Delivery AppSeries 1

    2/6 Hannah Fry tucks into the tech behind food delivery apps.

    Bank CardSeries 1

    1/6 Hannah Fry takes a look at the bank card, the digital key to accessing cash.