The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation

The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation

2014
The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation
The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation

The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation

8.1 | TV-G | en | Documentary

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 & Episodes

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EP25  Mail Order Shopping
Jul. 20,2024
Mail Order Shopping

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.

EP24  Pillar Plants
Jul. 13,2024
Pillar Plants

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

EP23  Haptic Gloves
Jul. 06,2024
Haptic Gloves

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

EP22  Henry Ford and Soybeans
May. 25,2024
Henry Ford and Soybeans

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.

EP21  Aerial Photography
May. 18,2024
Aerial Photography

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.

EP20  Railroad Roundhouses
May. 11,2024
Railroad Roundhouses

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.

EP19  Design for Aging
May. 04,2024
Design for Aging

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.

EP18  Henry Ford’s Violins
Apr. 27,2024
Henry Ford’s Violins

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.

EP17  Literacy
Apr. 20,2024
Literacy

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.

EP16  The Wright Brothers
Apr. 13,2024
The Wright Brothers

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.

EP15  Advertising Illustrators
Mar. 02,2024
Advertising Illustrators

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.

EP14  George Washington Carver
Feb. 24,2024
George Washington Carver

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.

EP13  McKinley Thompson
Feb. 17,2024
McKinley Thompson

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.

EP12  The Rosa Parks Bus
Feb. 10,2024
The Rosa Parks Bus

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.

EP11  Off-road Vehicles
Feb. 03,2024
Off-road Vehicles

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.

EP10  Launching Salmon
Jan. 27,2024
Launching Salmon

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.

EP9  Wrist Cooling A/C
Jan. 20,2024
Wrist Cooling A/C

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

EP8  Stone Balancing Beauty
Jan. 13,2024
Stone Balancing Beauty

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

EP7  Hip Luggage Cart
Nov. 18,2023
Hip Luggage Cart

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.

EP6  Self-Editing Sports Camera
Nov. 11,2023
Self-Editing Sports Camera

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.

EP5  The No Pedal Bike
Nov. 04,2023
The No Pedal Bike

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.

EP4  Snore Pillow
Oct. 28,2023
Snore Pillow

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EP3  Super Coral Reefs
Oct. 21,2023
Super Coral Reefs

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EP2  Seal Whisker Camera
Oct. 14,2023
Seal Whisker Camera

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EP1  Ping Pong Robot
Oct. 07,2023
Ping Pong Robot

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.

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8.1 | TV-G | en | Documentary , Family , Kids
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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Cast

Mo Rocca , Alie Ward , Adam Yamaguchi

Director

Producted By

Litton Entertainment , Ampersand Media