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The Ups and Downs of Human History
02:04 - 10:33 (08:29)
This podcast episode talks about the cycles of human history, with periods of technological advancements followed by periods of destruction, and the potential for nuclear war as an ongoing threat.
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This podcast discusses the process of arbitrarily separating a show into books and natural breaks, and the unique aspect of telling the story of events that have yet to unfold.
02:04 - 04:06 (02:02)
Summary
This podcast discusses the process of arbitrarily separating a show into books and natural breaks, and the unique aspect of telling the story of events that have yet to unfold.
ChapterThe Ups and Downs of Human History
EpisodeShow 59 - (Blitz) The Destroyer of Worlds
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The continuous improvement of weapons technology has created a dilemma for humanity.
04:12 - 09:08 (04:56)
Summary
The continuous improvement of weapons technology has created a dilemma for humanity. If we continue to create better weapons and use them in warfare, it could lead to catastrophic results.
ChapterThe Ups and Downs of Human History
EpisodeShow 59 - (Blitz) The Destroyer of Worlds
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
This episode discusses the idea of humanity being knocked back on the civilization scale due to various causes, including nuclear war, epidemics, and societal collapse.
09:09 - 10:33 (01:24)
Summary
This episode discusses the idea of humanity being knocked back on the civilization scale due to various causes, including nuclear war, epidemics, and societal collapse. It compares human history to the stock market, with its own ups and downs, and argues that we may be due for a downturn.