Draft:Mike Davidson
Canadian television producer and host
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Mike Davidson is a Canadian television producer, director, and host known for factual and engineering-focused documentary programming. He is the creator and host of the documentary series How Did They Fix That?, which follows large-scale engineering repairs and the teams responsible for maintaining complex infrastructure.[1]
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The series was originally developed and released under the title Impossible Repairs before being rebranded as How Did They Fix That? in subsequent seasons.[2][3] The program is produced for the Smithsonian Channel and distributed internationally, including on Paramount+ and other platforms.[4]
The series explores major engineering and infrastructure projects around the world, including transportation systems, industrial machinery, and large-scale repair operations.[5] It premiered in 2021 and has continued through multiple seasons, with a fifth season in production as of 2026.[6]
Davidson has worked in documentary television for more than two decades, contributing to productions for international broadcasters including Discovery Channel and National Geographic. His work has focused on engineering, transportation, and large-scale industrial systems, including series such as Mighty Ships and Mighty Planes.
In addition to his television work, Davidson is a keynote speaker on science, exploration, and engineering storytelling. He has collaborated with the Boston Museum of Science, including live presentations such as How Did They Fix That? – Live.[7]
In 2025, Davidson ran the Boston Marathon as part of the Boston Museum of Science team, supporting science education initiatives.[8]
Davidson’s work focuses on the intersection of human ingenuity and complex mechanical systems, with an emphasis on the individuals and teams responsible for maintaining and advancing critical infrastructure.
Career
Davidson’s career spans more than 20 years in factual television production, with a focus on engineering and industrial storytelling. He has directed, produced, and hosted programming for major international broadcasters, including the Discovery Channel and National Geographic. His work frequently involves embedded access with engineering teams and technical specialists operating in complex and high-risk environments.
Filmography
- How Did They Fix That? (creator, host)
- Impossible Repairs (creator, host)
- Mighty Ships (producer/director)
- Mighty Planes (producer/director)