How We Got Here: The Crises That Shaped Us

History

How We Got Here: The Crises That Shaped Us

Explore pivotal events of the 20th and 21st centuries that explain our current world. Learn how historical crises have shaped today’s geopolitical, economic, and cultural landscapes.

8 episodes1h 1min total

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Course outline

Episode 1: 1929 and 2008: When Markets Collapse

Dive into the parallels between the Great Depression of 1929 and the Financial Crisis of 2008. Explore how these economic downturns reshaped government policies and finan...

Episode 2: The Cold War: The Bipolar World That Still Affects Us

Unpack how the Cold War established a bipolar world order that continues to influence international relations and conflicts today. Understand the pervasive cultural and p...

Episode 3: Oil: How Black Gold Shapes Geopolitics

Explore how oil, often dubbed 'black gold', has been a critical factor in shaping global geopolitics, driving conflicts and alliances from the 20th century to the present...

Episode 4: The Fall of the Wall: The End of an Era and the Beginning of Another

Look into the momentous fall of the Berlin Wall as a turning point that marked the end of Cold War divisions in Europe and heralded new political landscapes across the gl...

Episode 5: 9/11: The Day That Changed Everything

Reflect on the September 11 attacks as a critical turning point in 21st-century history, shaping global politics and international security measures. Explore its lasting...

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