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How We Got to Now With Steven Johnson

How We Got to Now With Steven Johnson

Description: Author Steven Johnson uncovers extraordinary stories behind the ideas that made modern life possible. Broken down into six themes -- cold, time, light, clean, glass and sound -- each episode highlights the men and women whose innovations have impacted nearly every aspect of everyday life. Segments i… MORE
Genre: Factual television
Year Released: 2014
Cast: Steven Johnson
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