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Connections

James Burke embarks on a 10-part journey through the history of science and technology, beginning with "The Trigger Effect".

Exploring the diverse trajectories of technological progress and their profound impacts on Western culture.

Episodes:

Episode 1

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A blackout in New York City sets off a chain of unpredictable occurrences, re...

Episode 2

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Next episode, we'll uncover the surprising ways Ancient Egyptian traders cont...

Episode 3

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The next episode explores the groundbreaking technological developments that ...

Episode 4

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The next episode delves into the transformative period between the Middle Age...

Episode 5

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The next episode delves into the Wheel of Fortune's rich history, tracing its...

Episode 6

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The unusually cold climate of the 13th century in Europe had a profound impac...

Episode 7

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Materials discovered by accident can have a profound impact on the world.

Episode 8

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Food preservation takes center stage in the next episode, exploring the evolu...

Episode 9

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Thomas Edison's pioneering work in motion pictures is explored in the next ep...

Episode 10

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The next episode investigates the key motivators of change, analyzing their p...

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If the Chinese invented everything, why didn't they rule the world instead of Europe?

If the Chinese invented everything, why didn't they rule the world instead of Europe?

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Genres:Documentary, History