The Joy of Techs

Alexis Conran tries to convince Marcus Brigstocke that technology is an added bonus when attempting an epic, cross-country adventure in the French Alps.

Marcus puts Alexis's supposedly 'indestructible' gadgets to the test by creating three spectacular 'Acts of God:' a flood, a hurricane and an earthquake. Will Marcus succeed in destroying the USB key with his embarrassing video stored on it?

Alexis Conran tries to convince Marcus Brigstocke that technology will help them survive even the end of the world by forcing him to live 'off grid'.

Alexis pushes new technology to its limits as he attempts to improve Marcus's chances in the dating game. He and his gadgets attempt to make Marcus look fitter, sort out his hair-related issues and rid him of his numerous bad habits.

Alexis ruins Marcus's Alpine skiing holiday by bringing lots of unwanted gadgets along with him. Can Alex's snowball fight weaponry, survival tech and snowman-building gadgets convince Marcus to invite him back again next year?

Alexis spends a Sunday trying to convince Marcus that technology will help reduce the time spent on chores on his day of rest.

Alexis lures Marcus into trying out the latest two-wheeled tech with the promise of a visit to one of the world's most famous restaurants. But will Marcus get more... or less, than he bargained for?

Alexis tries to convince Marcus that his cutting edge gadgets will enhance their camping weekend. Can Alex's tech help him win a fishing challenge against Marcus and his low-tech gear?

Alexis attempts to prove to Marcus that cutting edge tech can only improve a boys' road trip around The Lakes. But will a state-of-the-art camper van, a sheep-herding drone and the offspring of a quad bike and a jet ski impress?

Alexis disrupts Marcus's weekend by attempting to modernize his mate's traditional country cottage. From hybrid cars to self-watering plant pots, will Marcus succumb to 21st Century gadgetry?