
Dr Karl lifts the lid on how some of Australia's best loved products are made, stepping behind factory lines to uncover the intricate workings of some of our most productive manufacturing plants.
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6 episodes
1. Toilet PaperThe battle for bog roll during the Covid 19 years showed us just how much we Aussies value the stuff. In this episode Dr Karl lifts the lid to discover how recycled toilet paper is made at the Encore toilet paper factory.GCC29minJan 7, 2025
2. ChocolateAt the Haigh's chocolate factory, Dr Karl gets the full Willy Wonka experience of how this sweet treat is made. Following it from bean to bar he discovers that the future of chocolate is in jeopardy.GCC30minJan 14, 2025
3. Ginger BeerDr Karl takes a peek inside the Bundaberg Ginger Beer Master Brewery. From the ginger farm to the packing line, he examines how this iconic soft drink - made from a spice and then fermented - is produced.GCC27minJan 21, 2025
4. Cricket BallsDr Karl visits the Kookaburra Sport cricket ball factory in Melbourne and learns how this global symbol of Australian sport is crafted from humble beginnings.GCC29minJan 28, 2025
5. LolliesWe know we shouldn't, but most of us can't resist the temptation of a lolly. At the Allen's factory, Dr Karl steps onto the factory floor to see how Snakes Alive are made - spoiler alert, the most popular flavour is red.GCC27minFeb 4, 2025
6. CheeseIn this peep behind Bega's factory doors, Dr Karl learns how cheese is made... and it would appear that he knows more about String Theory, than he does string cheese.GCC26minFeb 11, 2025
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Dr Karl lifts the lid on how some of Australia's best loved products are made, stepping behind factory lines to uncover the intricate workings of some of our most productive manufacturing plants.
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