A Brief History of the Future

Once Upon a Time

How do the stories we tell shape the boundaries of our beliefs about what is possible? From the dawn of time, stories are how humans have made sense of the world. This episode emphasizes the fundamental role stories play in our lives, our inclination towards dystopian narratives, and the potential for bigger, better stories to unleash the power of human imagination and creativity moving forward.

Once Upon a Time

53m 1s

How do the stories we tell shape the boundaries of our beliefs about what is possible? From the dawn of time, stories are how humans have made sense of the world. This episode emphasizes the fundamental role stories play in our lives, our inclination towards dystopian narratives, and the potential for bigger, better stories to unleash the power of human imagination and creativity moving forward.

Previews + Extras

  • An Argument for a More Inclusive, Empowering Climate Story: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    An Argument for a More Inclusive, Empowering Climate Story

    S1 E3 - 9m 13s

    Climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe advocates for more inclusive narratives around climate action, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in bridging political divides and fostering empathy among people. By shifting from a linear economy to a circular one, a new story about sustainability and prosperity emerges.

  • Diverse and Impactful Storytelling to Reimagine Our Futures: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Diverse and Impactful Storytelling to Reimagine Our Futures

    S1 E3 - 9m 59s

    Ari meets Rafael Augustin who is advocating and empowering the next generation to produce new and diverse stories. Additionally, Ari visits a VFX studio to understand how the latest technology is transforming and expanding the limits of how new stores are being made.

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    Episode 3 Preview

    S1 E3 - 30s

    How do the stories we tell shape the boundaries of our beliefs about what is possible? From the dawn of time, stories are how humans have made sense of the world. This episode emphasizes the fundamental role stories play in our lives, our inclination towards dystopian narratives, and the potential for bigger, better stories to unleash the power of human imagination and creativity moving forward.

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