Work
Modern energy transformed work over time. From farm to factory to office and the “work from home” revolution, energy is embedded in our systems of employment. What is the future of energy and work?
Episodes
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Work
S2 E3 - 55m 33s
Modern energy transformed work over time. From farm to factory to office and the “work from home” revolution, energy is embedded in our systems of employment. What is the future of energy and work?
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Disasters
S2 E2 - 56m 47s
From oil spills and coal mine explosions to dam failures and nuclear meltdowns, we can learn much from disasters related to energy. At the same time, energy is the key to solving natural disasters and the looming disaster of climate change. In what ways does energy make our lives safer or more dangerous?
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Space
S2 E1 - 56m 49s
Modern energy takes us on a journey to the final frontier. This episode traces the history of space travel, with a focus on the energy innovations making it possible. Lifting off into space depends on modern energy, and surviving in space also requires energy. Energy is required at every step in space exploration, and new forms of energy must be developed to reach other star systems.
Extras + Features
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Entertainment Preview
S2 E4 - 30s
Entertainment both shapes and reflects our attitudes about energy. Modern energy enabled mass entertainment like popular music, movies, TV shows and video games, which impacted our society. Energy changed sports with climate control and modern lighting, and amusement parks help familiarize customers with energy breakthroughs.
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Energy for Sports and Entertainment
S2 E4 - 2m 14s
An excerpt from 'Entertainment.' As fans flock to football stadiums, energy is consumed. How much?
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Energy Transitions and the Workforce
S2 E3 - 3m 13s
An excerpt from 'Work.' Do energy transitions have a negative impact on workers?
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Work Preview
S2 E3 - 30s
Modern energy transformed work over time. From farm to factory to office and the “work from home” revolution, energy is embedded in our systems of employment. What is the future of energy and work?
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Power Grid Disasters
S2 E2 - 2m 47s
An excerpt from 'Disasters.' Wall Street Journal Reporter Katherine Blunt explains the California Wildfires to show how aging power grid failures can lead to disasters
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Disasters Preview
S2 E2 - 30s
From oil spills and coal mine explosions to dam failures and nuclear meltdowns, we can learn much from disasters related to energy. At the same time, energy is the key to solving natural disasters and the looming disaster of climate change. In what ways does energy make our lives safer or more dangerous?
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Space Preview
S2 E1 - 30s
Modern energy takes us on a journey to the final frontier. This episode traces the history of space travel, with a focus on the energy innovations making it possible. Lifting off into space depends on modern energy, and surviving in space also requires energy. Energy is required at every step in space exploration, and new forms of energy must be developed to reach other star systems.
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Energy In Space
S2 E1 - 3m 37s
An excerpt from 'Space.' Astronaut Charles Bolden describes his personal experience of launching into space.
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Extended Preview
S2 - 55s
Take a journey around the world through the past, present, and future of energy in this 6-part documentary series.
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Series Preview
S2 - 30s
Take a journey around the world through the past, present, and future of energy in this 6-part documentary series.
Schedule
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Power Trip: The Story of Energy
Work
Tuesday
Sep 26
1 Hour
The future of energy and work. -
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Power Trip: The Story of Energy
Work
Tuesday
Sep 26
1 Hour
The future of energy and work. -
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Power Trip: The Story of Energy
Entertainment
Tuesday
Sep 26
1 Hour
Modern energy enables mass entertainment like popular music, movies, television and video games. -
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Power Trip: The Story of Energy
Entertainment
Wednesday
Sep 27
1 Hour
Modern energy enables mass entertainment like popular music, movies, television and video games. -
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Power Trip: The Story of Energy
Entertainment
Wednesday
Sep 27
1 Hour
Modern energy enables mass entertainment like popular music, movies, television and video games. -
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Power Trip: The Story of Energy
Entertainment
Tuesday
Oct 3
1 Hour
Modern energy enables mass entertainment like popular music, movies, television and video games. -
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Power Trip: The Story of Energy
Entertainment
Tuesday
Oct 3
1 Hour
Modern energy enables mass entertainment like popular music, movies, television and video games. -
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Power Trip: The Story of Energy
Culture
Tuesday
Oct 3
1 Hour
Impact of modern energy on culture. -
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Power Trip: The Story of Energy
Culture
Wednesday
Oct 4
1 Hour
Impact of modern energy on culture. -
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Power Trip: The Story of Energy
Culture
Wednesday
Oct 4
1 Hour
Impact of modern energy on culture.
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