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The Platinum Age of Television

The Platinum Age of Television

Episode number: 1

Overview: This episode explores the creative renaissance in television as audiences enjoyed groundbreaking shows such as The Sopranos, Mad Men, Breaking Bad, Lost, Survivor, American Idol, Glee and The Office.

Mission Accomplished

Mission Accomplished

Episode number: 2

Overview: This episode explores how George W. Bush faced the attacks of September 11th and launched a global war on terror.

Quagmire

Quagmire

Episode number: 3

Overview: This episode explores President Bush’s desire to end insurgency in Ira while seeking re-election. In his second term, he must respond to Hurricane Katrina, a burgeoning financial meltdown and his own plummeting poll numbers.

The i Decade

The i Decade

Episode number: 4

Overview: This episode explores the rise of Apple, Amazon, Facebook and Google.

The Financial Crisis

The Financial Crisis

Episode number: 5

Overview: This episode explores the financial crisis that threatened the global economy.

Yes We Can

Yes We Can

Episode number: 6

Overview: This episode explores Barack Obama’s presidential campaign and the 2008 presidential election.

I Want My MP3

I Want My MP3

Episode number: 7

Overview: This episode explores how new technologies like Napster disrupted the music industry.