About this season
The story of humans is often driven by events from the prehistoric past. How did physics, geology, biology, chemistry shape our history?
Episodes (3)
1. Episode 1: The Rise of Civilization
Aired 22 July 2016 • 51 min
About 8,000 BC, in a few select places some people begin to experiment with a new way of harvesting energy. They’re growing their own crops. An act so simple, it’s hard to believe it will kick start a revolution. But it will. These are the first seeds, literally, of the rise of civilization.
2. Episode 2: The Age of Discovery
Aired 22 July 2016 • 51 min
Columbus has no idea that because of Earth’s geology and geography he won't get to his destination…or how that epic failure will make his voyage one of the most influential expeditions in the history of humankind. Let's add an asteroid hitting the earth billions of years ago and connect the dots...
3. Episode 3: The Industrial Revolution and Modern Warfare
Aired 22 July 2016 • 51 min
The Industrial Revolution and the rise of modern warfare have roots in the depths of time—in the natural process that enriches the soil. How do prehistoric forests link to the development of steam engines, and the rise of modern industry?