Synopsis
Popular Mechanics for Kids is an educational Canadian television series based on Popular Mechanics magazine. It was notable for starting the careers of both Elisha Cuthbert and Jay Baruchel. The show's purpose was to teach viewers how things work. It was awarded the Parents Choice Award in 2003, and was nominated for the Gemini Awards. The show was filmed primarily in Montreal, Quebec, and is currently distributed on VHS / DVD by Koch Vision.
Episodes
1E1UndergroundJay and Elisha explore dark tunnels and stinky sewers to check out where the stuff we flush down the toilet really ends up!23m2
SubmarinesJay and Elisha find subs you paddle, subs going to Jupiter, and even the world's largest 15-story submarine.23m3
Special EffectsDemonstrations of Saloon Brawls are shown, Information on fake Blood and gun fights are told. Learning about how Boat Chases work.23m4
ZoosTake a walk on the wild side with Elisha and Jay, who go to work behind-the-scenes at some of the world's coolest zoos.23m5
Cool CarsOur adventurous co-hosts check out the coolest cars around from monster trucks and solar cars to cars that drive by themselves.23m6
CoastersAdventure-seekers Elisha and Jay brave ear-popping heights.23m7
SportsBuild your own skateboard ramp and shoot hoops with NBA Rookie of the year!23m8
GarbageJay and Elisha plug their noses and put on grubby clothes for a trip into the smelly world of garbage.23m9
BoatsA very special boy, David McPhee, gets to go on a "really big boat!"23m10E10BuildingsJoin Elisha and Jay as they go on a building (and demolishing!) adventure when they must face any fear of heights.23m11E11Aircraft CarriersJay and Elisha discover a few odd and incredible things including jet fighter planes and parachutes.23m12E12ElectricityGet charged up with Jay and Elisha as they explore the shocking world of electricity!23m13E13Food ProductionOur young hosts learn the important food facts by visiting Baskin Robbins and a potato chip factory.23m14E14EmergencyOur young hosts explore the fascinating world of fire-fighting, both on the ground and above it. It's going to be one hot show!23m15E15AquariumsElisha and Jay explore Monterey Bay aquarium to learn about the care and feeding of whales, sea lions and other denizens of the deep.23m16E16Toys and GamesGet transported to a world of toys as our young hosts tour companies including Lego and Nintendo.23m17E17SpaceshipsJay and Elisha blast off for outer space and get a rare space program experience.23m18E18RobotsJay and Elisha explore the hightech world of robots.23m19E19Our Greatest HitsAll the grossest, scariest and most exciting moments of past shows as our co-hosts travel the continent to learn how things work.23m20E20MoneyJay and Elisha observe how millions change hands in the Stock Exchange and how coins are made!23m21E21Air TransportationBuckle up as Elisha and Jay fly like eagles, checking out hot air balloons and jet engines.23m22E22Music ProductionBoogie into the world of music as Jay and Elisha learn how to 'scratch' like a professional DJ.23m23E23Fly At Your Own RiskBike plane, body-flying, wing-walking, and boomerangs.30m
SubmarinesJay and Elisha find subs you paddle, subs going to Jupiter, and even the world's largest 15-story submarine.23m3Special EffectsDemonstrations of Saloon Brawls are shown, Information on fake Blood and gun fights are told. Learning about how Boat Chases work.23m4ZoosTake a walk on the wild side with Elisha and Jay, who go to work behind-the-scenes at some of the world's coolest zoos.23m5Cool CarsOur adventurous co-hosts check out the coolest cars around from monster trucks and solar cars to cars that drive by themselves.23m6CoastersAdventure-seekers Elisha and Jay brave ear-popping heights.23m7SportsBuild your own skateboard ramp and shoot hoops with NBA Rookie of the year!23m8GarbageJay and Elisha plug their noses and put on grubby clothes for a trip into the smelly world of garbage.23m9BoatsA very special boy, David McPhee, gets to go on a "really big boat!"23m10E10BuildingsJoin Elisha and Jay as they go on a building (and demolishing!) adventure when they must face any fear of heights.23m11E11Aircraft CarriersJay and Elisha discover a few odd and incredible things including jet fighter planes and parachutes.23m12E12ElectricityGet charged up with Jay and Elisha as they explore the shocking world of electricity!23m13E13Food ProductionOur young hosts learn the important food facts by visiting Baskin Robbins and a potato chip factory.23m14E14EmergencyOur young hosts explore the fascinating world of fire-fighting, both on the ground and above it. It's going to be one hot show!23m15E15AquariumsElisha and Jay explore Monterey Bay aquarium to learn about the care and feeding of whales, sea lions and other denizens of the deep.23m16E16Toys and GamesGet transported to a world of toys as our young hosts tour companies including Lego and Nintendo.23m17E17SpaceshipsJay and Elisha blast off for outer space and get a rare space program experience.23m18E18RobotsJay and Elisha explore the hightech world of robots.23m19E19Our Greatest HitsAll the grossest, scariest and most exciting moments of past shows as our co-hosts travel the continent to learn how things work.23m20E20MoneyJay and Elisha observe how millions change hands in the Stock Exchange and how coins are made!23m21E21Air TransportationBuckle up as Elisha and Jay fly like eagles, checking out hot air balloons and jet engines.23m22E22Music ProductionBoogie into the world of music as Jay and Elisha learn how to 'scratch' like a professional DJ.23m23E23Fly At Your Own RiskBike plane, body-flying, wing-walking, and boomerangs.30mCast
