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Jamie Hyneman  

MythBusters Host, Special Effects Expert, Innovator in Defense & Energy Technologies

As one of the hosts of the mega-hit Discovery show "MythBusters," Jamie Hyneman, along with fellow host Adam Savage, mixed scientific method with gleeful curiosity and plain old-fashioned ingenuity to create their own signature style of explosive experimentation. Best known as the host and Executive Producer, Hyneman's work on "MythBusters" involved testing unusual and dangerous situations, often involving literal trials by fire.

Jamie's diverse background ranges from being a wilderness survival expert, boat captain, diver, and linguist, to animal wrangler, machinist, and cook. He also earned a degree in Russian languages and ran a sailing/diving charter business in the Caribbean before moving to the visual-effects industry. With a notable career progression, he eventually managed the production of models and special effects at Colossal Pictures' model shop, leading to him taking over the business and creating M5 Industries, Inc.

Currently, Jamie focuses on developing cutting-edge projects such as remote-controlled fireproof firefighting tanks, blast-proof armor, and ultra-fast naval vessels through M5 Industries. His latest ventures also include creating a new type of personal protective equipment (PPE) and developing technologies for harnessing geothermal energy. As a lifetime member of the International Association of Bomb Technicians and Investigators and the National Science Teachers Association, Jamie continues to contribute to fields ranging from defense to green technology, ensuring that M5’s business prospers through innovative and diversified projects.

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A Conversation With Jamie Hyneman and Adam Savage

Thinkers, tinkerers, inventors, problem solvers, backyard engineers, special effects wizards, pyromaniacs..and co-hosts of the hit series MythBusters on the Discovery Channel. Revered by educators for redefining the way science is taught in the classroom, Adam and Jamie have invigorated interest in the subject for every age group. They have proven that it's cooler than ever to be a geek.

Audiences are as enthusiastic about their live presentations as they are about their show. Corporations, educational organizations and non-profit groups all over the country have invited Adam and Jamie to keynote their events. Audiences have included MIT, IBM, HP, Lockheed, Symantec, RSA, the California Science Teachers Association, the Commonwealth Club, and many more.

Expert communicators and storytellers, their topics are endless and there is much fun to share. From the unique way they think, to their unique experiences with the show and their varied histories, their interactive moderated Q&A sessions are insightful, entertaining and unforgettable.

They encompass science and innovation, problem solving (both individually and as a team), collaboration and partnership, risk taking, planning and the importance of looking at things in new ways--lessons applicable to all types of businesses and organizations.

News


'Mythbusters' host Jamie Hyneman to speak at IU commencement
A co-host of the Discovery Channel program “Mythbusters” will be the featured speaker at Indiana University's undergraduate commencement ceremony.
"Mythbusters" to end with final season
There’s no debunking this one: The next season of Discovery’s Mythbusters will be its last, EW has learned exclusively.

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