The 2000s
Explore the cultural and political milestones of the 2000s decade, including technological triumphs like the iPhone and social media, President George W. Bush’s war on terror and response to Hurricane Katrina, Barack Obama’s presidential election and the financial crisis, hip-hop’s rise to dominance and a creative renaissance in television.
Episodes
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.
This episode explores how George W. Bush faced the attacks of September 11th and launched a global war on terror.
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.
This episode explores the rise of Apple, Amazon, Facebook and Google.
This episode explores the financial crisis that threatened the global economy.
This episode explores Barack Obama’s presidential campaign and the 2008 presidential election.
This episode explores how new technologies like Napster disrupted the music industry.
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