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Trace humankind's long journey from hunter-gatherer to dominant global species. From the perspective of space, this special uses mind-boggling data and CGI to disclose the breathtaking extent of humanity's influence, revealing how we've transformed our planet and produced an interconnected world of extraordinary complexity.

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Humanity from Space
Earth Seen From Space
See the impact on our planet of the development of our modern civilization.
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Humanity from Space
The Black Marble
View the world’s interconnected networks lit up from space.
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Humanity from Space
Preview
Learn how seemingly small flashes of innovation have changed the course of civilization.
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Humanity from Space
Humanity from Space
Follow the long human journey from hunter-gatherer to dominant global species.
Episode: S1 E1 | 1:54:40
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Humanity from Space
The Connected Planet
Learn about the problems facing humanity as a result of our global interconnectivity,
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Humanity from Space
The Modern World
Discover our interconnected technological world from the perspective of space.
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Humanity from Space
The Population Clock
Can Humanity meet the population challenges ahead without destroying Earth?
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