Secret History of Humans - Season 1
Season 1
Episodes
Lust for Luxury
The gripping story of how 12 surprising forces have shaped human civilisation into what humanity knows today, starting with a look at the lust for luxury in people's lives.
Arms Race
The gripping story of how 12 surprising forces have shaped human civilisation, here looking at man's need for protection and desire to forge weapons.
Connecting the World
How, throughout history, new trade routes and connectivity have opened the way to terrible dangers.
Violent Planet
Over millions of years mankind has evolved from a puny, vulnerable creature to become a dominant force on the planet. Occasionally, however, the planet bites back.
Eat It, Drink It, Smoke It
Plants are used for food, medicine and clothing. This documentary illustrates how they have played a vital role in man's evolution.
Rise of the Machines
Tools and machines have allowed mankind to overcome its physical limitations. However, as this documentary reveals, they are also transforming what it means to be `human".
Man and Metals
Thousands of years ago, man stumbled upon a discovery that would change the world - metal. Copper, tin and bronze would go on to foster incredible change.
Fire, Coal and Oils
Early man rubbed sticks together to create fire. This in turn led to further discoveries, such as various fuels. Armed with such knowledge, incredible capabilities were unlocked - from food to war.
Man and Beast
Fifteen thousand years ago, man and wolf formed a partnership shaping the future of mankind. With man's best friend, more domesticated animals help sow the seeds of farming.
Information Is Power
Communication is a vital ingredient in the building of civilisation. This programme reveals how the ability to share complex ideas allowed early man to expand its horizons.
Building Earth
A journey through the creation of monuments throughout history all the way to today, finding out how the surface of Earth has been shaped to our needs.
Need for Speed
How throughout history, being the fastest enabled empires to be born and capitalism to thrive.
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