Explained

2018–2021 · Ended · 3 seasons · 44 episodes · Documentary · United States

Creator Ezra Klein · Channel Netflix · Starring Barack Obama, Estelle Caswell, Joe Biden

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.
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Episodes

14 episodes · July 2021 – October 2021
  1. Episode 1: 1. SugarJuly 16, 2021 · 24 min
    Once 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?
  2. Episode 2: 2. RoyaltyJuly 23, 2021 · 24 min
    How 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.
  3. Episode 3: 3. FlagsJuly 30, 2021 · 22 min
    A 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.
  4. Episode 4: 4. DogsAugust 6, 2021 · 23 min
    Who'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.
  5. Episode 5: 5. The End of OilAugust 13, 2021 · 21 min
    Oil 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?
  6. Episode 6: 6. ChessAugust 20, 2021 · 23 min
    For 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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  1. Episode 7: 7. Your SkinAugust 27, 2021 · 21 min
    Don’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.
  2. Episode 8: 8. ApologiesSeptember 3, 2021 · 22 min
    Apologizing 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?
  3. Episode 9: 9. HurricanesSeptember 10, 2021 · 23 min
    As the planet warms, hurricanes could become even more dangerous and destructive.
  4. Episode 10: 10. Plastic SurgerySeptember 17, 2021 · 24 min
    The Instagram face. A shapely posterior. Cosmetic surgery can make the latest beauty trends a reality. Explore its origins and effects, inside and out.
  5. Episode 11: 11. Dance CrazesSeptember 24, 2021 · 20 min
    From the waltz to voguing, dance crazes have connected people throughout history. But when a dance catches on, who gets the credit — and compensation?
  6. Episode 12: 12. TimeOctober 1, 2021 · 25 min
    Time 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?
  7. Episode 13: 13. Country MusicOctober 8, 2021 · 25 min
    Dirt 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?
  8. Episode 14: 14. Fairy TalesOctober 15, 2021 · 24 min
    Fairy 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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FIRST AIRED
May 23, 2018
LAST AIRED
October 15, 2021
PRODUCTION COMPANIES
Vox Entertainment, Vox Media Studios

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