Season 1
16 episodes · 2010
1Coin-Operated
Host John McCalmont dissects a pinball machine, a slot machine and a pool table to determine if it's still possible to cheat games.
2Armored Vehicles
Host John McCalmont puts an armored van to the test with guns and explosives, and he investigates how such vehicles manage to keep people alive.
3Toys
The surprising technology behind some toys; Magic 8-Ball; Etch a Sketch; fastest toy car.
4Confidential Kitchen
Host John McCalmont examines how kitchen appliances work, including refrigerators, stoves and garbage disposals.
5Power Tools
John puts power tools to the test, including chainsaws, nail guns and power lifters.
6Fire Truck
John tests firefighting equipment and cuts a full-size fire truck in half.
7Bathroom Diaster
John uncovers hidden bathroom dangers by cutting up toilets, hair dryers and a shower.
8Saloon
John steps behind the bar at his favorite waterhole to dissect beer taps, shred a jukebox and carve up a mechanical bull.
9Spy Car
John has a custom spy car built to test out how different features work.
10Golf
John investigates whether technology can help improve a golfer's game.
11Garbage Truck
A garbage truck is put to the test.
12Vending Machines
The increasing complexity of vending machines.
13All Terrain
John's putting the pedal to the metal on a Jet Ski, an ATV, and a racing motorcycle to slice open the secrets to their power and speed
14Bowling Alley
John's slicing up bowling balls, a bowling alley, a ball return, and the mysterious pin setter to discover this ancient game's secrets.
15Bank Heist
John slices into locks, safes, and bank vaults to find out the secret to keeping valuables in and the criminals out.
16Electronicsfinale
John's slicing up televisions, stereos, and camera--seeking the shocking truths inside.