Ep 8. Rock n Roll Hall of Fame/Wright Medical Orthopedics
- April 23, 2008
John Ratzenberger's Made in America is a show that explores the manufacturing process behind everyday products and iconic American brands. In season 5, episode 8, John Ratzenberger visits two very different manufacturers, the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame and Wright Medical Orthopedics.
The Rock n Roll Hall of Fame, located in Cleveland, Ohio, is a museum dedicated to the history and celebration of rock music. In this episode, John Ratzenberger takes a tour of the museum and learns about the process of creating exhibits that showcase the history of rock music. We see how the museum designers use technology like 3D printing and interactive displays to bring the exhibits to life.
John also speaks with the people responsible for collecting and preserving the artifacts of rock music history, from stage costumes to guitars used by famous musicians. He learns about the challenges of preserving these items for future generations and how the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame has become a cultural institution that celebrates the history and impact of rock music on American culture.
In the second half of the episode, John travels to Memphis, Tennessee, to visit Wright Medical Orthopedics. Wright Medical is a global medical device company that specializes in creating surgical devices and technologies to treat orthopedic injuries and conditions. John takes a tour of the manufacturing facility and learns about the process of creating these life-changing devices.
He sees the different stages of production, from the research and development stage to the final assembly of the devices. John meets with the engineers and designers who develop the products, as well as the workers who assemble them.
In addition to learning about the manufacturing process, John also speaks with patients who have been helped by Wright Medical devices. He hears firsthand how these products have improved their lives by allowing them to walk again or reducing their pain.
Through these two vastly different companies, John Ratzenberger showcases the diversity and ingenuity of American manufacturing. The show highlights the importance of innovation, quality, and attention to detail in creating products that can change lives or shape the culture of our society.
