Invisible Threads

Join Maya Patel as she traces the intriguing journey of shadows, from their use in ancient sundials to their critical role in modern satellite imagery. Discover how our ancestors' simple understanding of shadows has shaped our modern world, influencing everything from timekeeping to geography, and even espionage. Learn about the surprising ways in which shadows continue to shape our understanding of the world and the universe beyond.

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Show Notes

Join Maya Patel as she traces the intriguing journey of shadows, from their use in ancient sundials to their critical role in modern satellite imagery. Discover how our ancestors' simple understanding of shadows has shaped our modern world, influencing everything from timekeeping to geography, and even espionage. Learn about the surprising ways in which shadows continue to shape our understanding of the world and the universe beyond. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What is Invisible Threads?

Everything is connected, but most connections remain hidden. Journalist Maya Patel uncovers the surprising links between seemingly unrelated events, people, and phenomena. How did a medieval plague influence modern urban planning? What connects a 1970s song to today's tech billionaires? Each episode follows one invisible thread through history, science, and culture, revealing the intricate web that shapes our world in ways we never imagined.