Call of Duty, Fortnite, Animal Crossing.... The video game industry generates billions of dollars each year. But not so long ago, video games were mostly played by the programmers who made them. On our new season, we’re telling the story of how video games broke out of university computer labs and found their way straight to the heart of popular culture.
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Aug 2020
Keeping Cool | A Chilly Reception | S35-E1
<p>Muggy. Sticky. Miserable. </p><p>For eons, that’s just what summer was. In fact, when air conditioning first became available, few people took advantage of it. Wasn’t summer <em>supposed</em> to be uncomfortable? </p><p>This is the story of how people finally warmed ... Show More
38m 53s
Oct 2020
The Fight Against AIDS | The Epidemic Begins | S37-E1
<p>In the early 1980s, a mysterious new disease spread like wildfire through the gay communities of major U.S. cities. Before it even had a name, AIDS had already killed over half its victims. Public response was hampered by ignorance, fear, and homophobia. This is the story of t ... Show More
42m 23s
Apr 2022
What was the Indus Valley Civilization? Interview with Dr. Adam Green
<p>The Indus Valley Civilization doesn’t get much attention compared to Mesopotamia or Egypt, but it covered an area of a million square kilometers, was home to hundreds of thousands or millions of people and a unified culture, and lasted for the better part of a millennium. More ... Show More
49m 48s
May 2024
Leveling Up Nintendo | Jumpman | 1
<p>Nintendo launches an American subsidiary, but the company struggles until it releases an innovative platform game that introduces the world to an iconic new hero.</p><p>Need more Business Movers? With Wondery+, enjoy exclusive seasons, early access to new ones, and they’re alw ... Show More
36m 36s