In Episode 14 of Timelines: The Story of Us, we explore the rise of artificial intelligence, tracing its journey from ancient myths to modern breakthroughs. This episode examines the promises and perils of AI, its impact on society, and the ethical questions it raises. Join us as we reflect on what AI means for humanity’s future.

Sources:

1. Russell, Stuart, and Norvig, Peter. Artificial Intelligence: A Modern Approach (Pearson, 2021).
2. Tegmark, Max. Life 3.0: Being Human in the Age of Artificial Intelligence (Knopf, 2017).
3. Bostrom, Nick. Superintelligence: Paths, Dangers, Strategies (Oxford University Press, 2014).
4. NotebookLM – Research insights on AI history, challenges, and ethical implications.

In Episode 13 of Timelines: The Story of Us, we delve into the story of globalization. From the ancient Silk Road to the digital age, this episode examines how trade, culture, and technology have created an interconnected world. Discover the opportunities and challenges of living in a global village—and the unity that strengthens humanity.

Sources:

1. Frankopan, Peter. The Silk Roads: A New History of the World (Bloomsbury, 2015).
2. Steger, Manfred. Globalization: A Very Short Introduction (Oxford University Press, 2017).
3. Harari, Yuval Noah. Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow (Harvill Secker, 2016).
4. NotebookLM – Comprehensive research on globalization, trade, and cultural exchange.

In Episode 12 of Timelines: The Story of Us, we uncover the birth of the digital age. From the invention of the first computers to the internet that connects billions today, this episode explores the innovations that have transformed human life and connectivity. Discover the stories behind the technology that shapes our world—and the people who made it possible.

Sources:

1. Turing, Alan. On Computable Numbers (1936).
2. Isaacson, Walter. The Innovators: How a Group of Hackers, Geniuses, and Geeks Created the Digital Revolution (Simon & Schuster, 2014).
3. Berners-Lee, Tim. Weaving the Web (Harper, 1999).
4. NotebookLM – Comprehensive research on computing history and the internet’s development.