May 26, 2020 · 55m
Every century in human history has been marked by conflicts. Yet we began this age with something different — a joyous celebration of freedom in Berlin in 1989 that led to the collapse of the Soviet Union.
Road to Now
The world has changed profoundly in the past 30 years. From the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, to now, with new walls going up in Europe and the U.S. This series explores how we went from hope to our uncertain present.
Season 1 Episodes
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Jun 2, 2020 · 55m
History is sometimes determined by individual leaders as much as by nations. We look to heroes for inspiration and guidance, but too often they disappoint with their all-too-human flaws.
Jun 9, 2020 · 55m
The quest for personal and political freedoms has shaped much of the past thirty years so why is 'democracy in retreat?'
Jun 16, 2020 · 55m
Why are walls of steel and razor wire going up in Europe and the US? And, what happened to the international commitment to give refugees asylum?
Jun 23, 2020 · 56m
Globalisation, technology and the spread of economic power from West to East have profoundly changed the world of money.
Jun 30, 2020 · 56m
Natural disasters causing death and destruction are intensifying as the earth's climate changes, leaving billions of people in harm's way.
Season 1 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did Road to Now Season 1 premiere?
Road to Now Season 1 premiered on May 26, 2020.
How many episodes are in Road to Now Season 1?
Road to Now Season 1 has 6 episodes.
What is the first episode of Road to Now Season 1?
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Age of Conflict". It aired on May 26, 2020.
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