The Great Acceleration(2020)
An extraordinary journey of human endeavor.
Overview
This remarkable science-history series investigates the blistering pace of human endeavour in space exploration, computing, energy, resources, Earth science and our understanding of the evolution of life itself.
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Season 1
6 episodes • 2020
Season 1
6 episodes • 2020
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exploring the Universe | Aug 18, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Rise of the Machines | Aug 25, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Energy Revolutions | Sep 1, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Food, Water, Waste | Sep 8, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Blue Marble | Sep 15, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Life | Sep 22, 2020 | 0.0 |
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