Mitch and Tom return to where honour and tradition rules above all else, of course… it is Japan! What scientific innovations and technologies did the Japanese culture produce and how did they do it? Mitch looks at their time keeping system and production of intricate water clocks while Tom investigates the making of fabrics and the development of rural aquaculture as a traditional practice. Music: HOME – Above All

This week your hosts take you back in time to where a sword on your hip decided your fate, where the art of calligraphy passed laws, and where tea ceremonies were the norm… Historic Japan! Tom explains why we do not refer to historic Japan as “ancient” before the boys launch into their research. Mitch reveals the impressive metallurgy skills developed in Japan over 500 years ago as well as their method of producing the highest quality ink. Tom investigates the architecture of Japan and how they built earthquake resistant architecture! Music: HOME – Above AllTop of Form

This week Mitch and Tom return to the land of the Nile and all that it touches: Ancient Egypt! This time your hosts actually discuss the making of the pyramids! How were the pyramids of Giza constructed? How were the rocks transported there? Was it Aliens or genius beyond its time? Tom speaks about solar eclipses in ancient times and the effect that it had while Mithc investigates the advancement of mathematics and astronomy Music: HOME – Above AllTop of Form