About this season
A fascinating documentary series that celebrates and explores great accomplishments through a unique lens: by instantly removing them and speculating on possible alternate realities. Famous and little-known stories come to life – and their importance explored - as they are peeled away and erased from our world’s timeline.
Episodes (4)
1. The World Without: Sweden
Aired 6 December 2019 • 60 min
From early exploration to cutting-edge technologies, Sweden has helped define the modern world through innovations from Viking ship design to IT, dynamite & Nobel prizes, and the music of ABBA.
2. The World Without: Korea
Aired 13 December 2019 • 60 min
Massive and sophisticated contributions from Korea have shaped our modern world - from ancient advances like the greenhouse and armoured boats to modern screen technology, online gaming, E-sports and K-Pop.
3. The World Without: Netherlands
Aired 20 December 2019 • 60 min
Dutch inventions & innovators have changed the world, from artists like Rembrandt & Van Gogh to Anne Frank, from the first stock exchange to telescopes & submarines; and windmills, flowers and gin.
4. The World Without: Mexico
Aired 27 December 2019 • 60 min
Mexico’s gifts to the world include the tomato & avocado, tacos & tequila; Frida Kahlo & Oscar-winning directors, Mexican wrestling & Latino pop music, silver & rubber, and Mayan astronomy.