Going Deep With David Rees Season 1 Episode 1 How to Make an Ice Cube (Pilot)

Going Deep With David Rees is a show that explores everyday activities in depth, breaking them down and teaching the audience just how to perform them at their best. The first pilot episode of the show is titled "How to Make an Ice Cube."

David Rees, the host of the show, begins the episode by stating that he wants to teach people how to do things that they already know how to do, but better. The art of making an ice cube may seem simple enough, but according to Rees, it is a skill that can always be improved upon.

Rees goes through the process step-by-step, starting with the kind of water you should use to make ice. He explains that using filtered water produces a clearer cube while tap water can sometimes contain minerals that form cloudy ice. He then moves on to telling the audience about the different kinds of ice cubes, such as crescent-shaped cubes and crushed ice.

The next step in making the perfect ice cube is timing. Rees sets up an experiment using two trays of ice; one he lets freeze until it's solid, and the other he takes out of the freezer at different intervals, every fifteen minutes. He then measures the temperature of each cube, explaining that the longer you leave the tray in the freezer, the colder the cubes will be.

Rees also delves into the physics of how ice freezing speed can affect the structure of the ice and its utility. Quick freezing makes ice more dense and compact and thus suitable for carrying small delicate objects, while slow freezing makes ice more porous and useful for later melting. Rees tells viewers which kinds of trays and ice makers are the best for making perfectly shaped and sized ice cubes, and shares details about the ideal temperature for freezing water (32°F).

The final segment of the episode emphasizes the importance of properly storing your ice cubes. Rees demonstrates how to make the perfect ice cube by using a cold water bath technique. He emphasizes that airtight storage is crucial to prevent off tastes, and that plastic wrap is instrumental in avoiding freezer burn. For the ultimate drinking experience, Rees recommends making ice cubes with sugar and water to make them clear and glass-like, as well as how to make flavored ice cubes with addition of fruit and herbs.

Overall, "How to Make an Ice Cube" provides a thorough tutorial on the art of making the perfect ice cube, revealing details and nuances that most of us aren't aware of. Rees' approach is methodical and scientific, but it is also playful and fun. His enthusiasm for the subject is contagious, encouraging viewers to try their hand at becoming an ice cube master themselves.