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This enlightening series from Vox digs into a wide range of topics such as the rise of cryptocurrency, why diets fail, and the wild world of K-pop.
- Created by:
- Ezra Klein
- Language:
- English
- Country:
- United States of America
- Network:
- Netflix
Episode guide
Seasons
Season 3
Episodes
E01
Episode 1
★ 8.0Sugar
2021-07-16 · 24mOnce crucial for survival, sugar now poses a health risk. Is there a way to satisfy our primeval craving for sweetness in a healthy, balanced way?
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E02
Episode 2
★ 7.3Royalty
2021-07-23 · 24mHow do monarchies survive when they no longer wield power? By presenting a royal fairy tale that may not reflect the reality of the past — or present.
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E03
Episode 3
★ 7.5Flags
2021-07-30 · 22mA flag can unite, divide and terrorize. Explore how a piece of cloth transformed into a powerful symbol of both love and hate, freedom and oppression.
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E04
Episode 4
★ 8.0Dogs
2021-08-06 · 23mWho's a good dog? They all are! From puppy-dog eyes to feats of heroism, see how canines evolved into humankind's best friends and sources of pure love.
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E05
Episode 5
★ 6.8The End of Oil
2021-08-13 · 21mOil led to huge advancements - and vast inequities. As the planet warms, why is it so hard to turn away from fossil fuels, and can it be done in time?
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Episode 6
★ 7.0Chess
2021-08-20 · 23mFor centuries, chess has captured hearts and minds — and pawns — and it's more popular than ever. What makes this ever-changing board game so special?
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E07
Episode 7
★ 7.0Your Skin
2021-08-27 · 21mDon’t panic, but our skin plays host to trillions of bacteria, fungi, mites and other microscopic guests. Go beyond skin-deep with our largest organ.
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E08
Episode 8
★ 6.5Apologies
2021-09-03 · 22mApologizing is tough, and in this era of public mea culpas, forgiveness isn't guaranteed. What makes for a good apology, and why does it hold such power?
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E09
Episode 9
★ 7.0Hurricanes
2021-09-10 · 23mAs the planet warms, hurricanes could become even more dangerous and destructive.
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E10
Episode 10
★ 7.5Plastic Surgery
2021-09-17 · 24mThe Instagram face. A shapely posterior. Cosmetic surgery can make the latest beauty trends a reality. Explore its origins and effects, inside and out.
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E11
Episode 11
★ 7.0Dance Crazes
2021-09-24 · 20mFrom the waltz to voguing, dance crazes have connected people throughout history. But when a dance catches on, who gets the credit — and compensation?
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E12
Episode 12
★ 7.5Time
2021-10-01 · 25mTime flies… sometimes. Its passage can seem to speed up and slow down. Why do we experience time the way we do, and how do we take back some control?
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Episode 13
★ 7.0Country Music
2021-10-08 · 25mDirt roads. Pickup trucks. Hip-hop? As the borders around country music shift, who decides what defines the popular genre, and who gets to be a star?
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E14
Episode 14
★ 8.0Fairy Tales
2021-10-15 · 24mFairy tales have survived thousands of years for a reason. Explore their far-flung history and how the stories speak to fundamental human concerns.
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