NORTH 02: The Story of Our Species
Episodes
I Made the Weapon that Broke the Mongols
This episode investigates whether a Chinese crossbow could have killed Mongol Khan Möngke in 1259 by recreating the weapon from scratch.
The Ancient Cave Anomalies Iceberg Explained
This episode explores ancient cave anomalies, including the Chauvet cave art, Dead Sea Scrolls, and the discovery of Homo floresiensis and Homo naledi.
The Human Evolution Iceberg Explained
This episode explores various "made us human" theories, including persistence hunting, stone throwing, and the role of meat and cooking in brain development.