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S1·E20 Steinway

Episode
Season 1, Episode 20
Air Date
June 15, 2004
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired June 15, 2004
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Synopsis

First stop is Steinway & Sons, the piano company operating out of Astoria, Queens, New York. Company president Frank Mazurco demonstrates why Steinway is the preferred piano of professional pianists, boy wonder pianist Josh Bouchette mops up the floor with John, and Director of Manufacturing and Engineering Andy Horbachevsky discusses why it's a challenge to continue this business in NYC. Later, Andy takes John into the factory room to see how a Steinway is handbuilt.

Next stop is Middlebury, Vermont, home to Maple Landmark Woodcraft, a family-owned-and-operated handmade toy company best known for their NameTrains. Founder Mike Rainville, his wife, Jill, sons, Adam and Andrew, mother, Pat, sister, Barbara, grandmother, Harriet, and other employees all declare their pride for crafting educational toys for children of all ages. After a tour of the factory, Mike presents John with a laser-engraved train whistle containing the ""Made in America"" name.

Finally, John gives a history lesson on

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 20 of John Ratzenberger's Made in America air?

Season 1, Episode 20 ('Steinway') originally aired on June 15, 2004.

How long is Season 1 Episode 20 ('Steinway')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for John Ratzenberger's Made in America.

What happens in John Ratzenberger's Made in America Season 1 Episode 20?

First stop is Steinway & Sons, the piano company operating out of Astoria, Queens, New York. Company president Frank Mazurco demonstrates why Steinway is the preferred piano of professional pianists, boy wonder pianist Josh Bouchette mops up the floor with John, and Director of Manufacturing and Eng...

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