American Innovations

by Wondery

Category

Science

Frequency

Series

Language

English

DNA science. Artificial intelligence. Smartphones and 3D printers. Science and technology have transformed the world we live in. But how did we get here? It wasn’t by accident. Well, sometimes it was. It was also the result of hard work, teamwork, and competition. And incredibly surprising moments. Hosted by bestselling author Steven Johnson (“How We Got To Now”), American Innovations uses immersive scenes to tell the stories of the scientists, engineers, and ordinary people behind the greatest ...

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Recent Reviews

Shame

Volfgang57•4/7/2026

Wanted to listen to some new episodes but quickly realized everything except for the first episode is locked behind a subscription now. Even older episodes I had listened to before. Will be unfollowing sadly

Used to be great….

Spladlesrus•12/20/2025

This show used to be fantastic. Now it seems like all of the episodes are locked behind an additional subscription. What used to be my go to show on car rides is now a show that I have unfollowed. How unfortunate.

Great history of innovation

JTWNSC•9/3/2025

Great history on innovation in America from Wondery. A must listen for history fans.

Requires subscription??

chiah also•8/16/2024

I don't mind ads in podcasts. But subscriptions are bogus. Sad to say goodbye to this podcast.

Well done

Teon77•8/1/2024

Very important podcast to help locate those that have vanished.