History

How We Got Here: The Story of the Modern World

The events that shaped the world you live in

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7 episodes52 min total

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Episode 1: 1900: The World Before Everything Changed

Explore the world as it was at the dawn of the 20th century. This episode sets the stage for modern history by examining the geopolitical landscape, key empires, and soci...

Episode 2: The World Wars: Global Conflict Reshapes Everything

This episode delves into the profound impact of the two World Wars on global politics, economics, and society. We explore how these conflicts set the stage for sweeping c...

Episode 3: Decolonization: The End of Empires

Discover the end of colonial empires and the emergence of new nations. This episode focuses on the process of decolonization, the challenges faced by newly independent co...

Episode 4: The Cold War: Ideology Divides the World

Examine the Cold War era where ideology split the globe into two camps. We investigate the political tensions, key conflicts, and how these ideological battles influenced...

Episode 5: The Information Revolution: Technology Transforms Society

Explore how the digital revolution brought an unprecedented transformation in society and economy. This episode covers the rise of the internet, the impact of information...

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1900: The World Before Everything Changed

Explore the world as it was at the dawn of the 20th century. This episode sets the stage for modern history by examining the geopolitical landscape, k...

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Ep 2

The World Wars: Global Conflict Reshapes Everything

This episode delves into the profound impact of the two World Wars on global politics, economics, and society. We explore how these conflicts set the...