Explore the cultural and political milestones of the 2000s, including tech triumphs, the war on terror, Barack Obama's election, the financial crisis and more.
EPISODE 1
The Platinum Age of Television
In the 2000s, television entered the Platinum Age, as storytellers had license to take the medium to new heights. The creative renaissance in television enjoyed groundbreaking shows such as The Sopranos, Mad Men, Breaking Bad, Lost, Survivor, American Idol, Glee and The Office.
EPISODE 2
Mission Accomplished
Explore how George W. Bush faced the attacks of September 11th and launched a global war on terror.
EPISODE 3
Quagmire: Bush's 2nd Term
Explore President Bush's desire to end insurgency in Iraq while seeking re-election. In his second term, he must respond to Hurricane Katrina, a burgeoning financial meltdown and his own plummeting poll numbers.
EPISODE 4
The i Decade
Explore the rise of Apple, Amazon, Facebook and Google.
EPISODE 5
The Financial Crisis
Explore the financial crisis that threatened the global economy.
EPISODE 6
Yes We Can
Explore Barack Obama's presidential campaign and the 2008 presidential election.
Tom Hanks
Gary Goetzman
Mark Herzog
Jane E. Russell
Talleah Bridges McMahon
