Technology Connections Season 11 Episode release dates & where to watch

1. The clever feature that makes cheap heaters safe — and why they're actually dangerous

It's best to know what you actually need to be worried about.

2. Algorithms are breaking how we think

This surely won't make me seem like a crank.

3. Power is not energy: why the difference matters

Thinking is fun, actually!

4. Dehumidifiers are confusing. Here's why.

A dry subject that's not so cool.

5. Closed captions on DVDs are getting left behind

Clearly a lot of people forgot about those pesky captions.

6. The "standard" car charger is usually overkill—but your electrician might not know that

Seriously, make your life easier and don't go overboard for no reason.

7. Induction lamps: fluorescent lighting's final form

Magnets.

8. VHS-C: a lazy idea that's also perfect

Never underestimate the usefulness of compatibility.

9. Desiccant dehumidifiers are fascinating... but not for everyone

A whole new meaning to "spin dry"

10. Catalytic converters are simple, but getting them to work is not

It's catalactually a pretty cool idea.

11. Video projectors used to be ridiculously cool

Three of them. That's three times more than usual!

12. I was right about dishwasher pods, and now I can prove it

Some "innovations" really are gimmicks after all.

13. This cassette player is built into an 8-track cartridge

Cool tapes.

14. My car charger can boil water really fast

That title might be the best effort I can pull off.

15. It's the Christmas light video again - 2025 edition

It's the most wonderful time of the year.

16. I made my whole-home humidifier slightly less terrifying

mm mm moist