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Explained (2018) is a documentary web series in English. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch Explained online in HD.

Explained — Storyline

This enlightening series from Vox digs into a wide range of topics such as the rise of cryptocurrency, why diets fail, and the wild world of K-pop.

Cast & Crew

• Created by: Ezra Klein

Explained — Series Details

Explained — Episode Guide

Season 1

• E1: The Racial Wealth Gap (2018-05-23) — Cory Booker and others discuss how slavery, housing discrimination and centuries of inequality have compounded to create a racial wealth gap.
• E2: Designer DNA (2018-05-23) — Scientific feat or terrifying social experiment? Specialists in the field discuss the high stakes and ethical controversies of gene editing.
• E3: Monogamy (2018-05-23) — What do biology, human history and the promiscuity of bonobos reveal about monogamy? Experts and everyday couples weigh in on shifting cultural norms.
• E4: K-Pop (2018-05-30) — Elaborate music videos, adoring fans, killer choreography. Learn about the global music phenomenon from South Korea that goes beyond "Gangnam Style."
• E5: Cryptocurrency (2018-06-06) — Cryptocurrency has made people billionaires, but is digital cash the next revolution? Learn about this anonymous currency and how it's coveted.
• E6: Why Diets Fail (2018-06-13) — Atkins. Paleo. Keto. Do any work in the long term? Experts look at marketing, food environments and genes to explain why diets are often unsuccessful.
• E7: The Stock Market (2018-06-20) — Does the stock market accurately reflect the status of the economy? Finance specialists discuss market history, valuations and CEO incentives.
• E8: eSports (2018-06-27) — Is fake violence a sport? Fans, shoutcasters, and eSports icons break down today's video games and the explosive popularity of competitive gaming.
• E9: Extraterrestrial Life (2018-07-04) — Despite decades of searching, we have yet to discover extraterrestrial life. Scientists discuss the reasons, including: Are aliens just too snobby?
• E10: ! (2018-07-11) — Do we overuse exclamation points!? Linguists and copy editors look at how the punctuation has adapted across history, literature and internet-speak.
• E11: Cricket (2018-07-18) — Cricket experts look at how the confusing sport became so popular and discuss its evolution in becoming more accessible entertaining and profitable.
• E12: Weed (2018-07-25) — Marijuana experts discuss the rise of potent "sexually frustrated" cannabis plants, the quests for consistency in weed strains and the history of hemp.
• E13: Tattoo (2018-08-01) — They've been used to command respect, punish criminals and mark achievements. Tattooists speak about the origins of tattoo traditions and rituals.
• E14: Astrology (2018-08-08) — Do zodiac signs prescribe your fate? Or do horoscopes' accuracy lie in the placebo effect? Take a look at the science, history and lure of astrology.
• E15: Can We Live Forever ? (2018-08-15) — Can we uncover the secrets to extending the human lifespan? Experts discuss how developments in science — even the French lilac — hold some clues.
• E16: The Female Orgasm (2018-08-22) — The female orgasm is more elusive when a man is involved. Discover the reasons why and how women are embracing hands on solutions.
• E17: Political Correctness (2018-08-29) — Political correctness can sometimes feel like a tug-of-war between inclusivity and free speech. Experts discuss the concepts behind the fraught term.
• E18: Why Women Are Paid Less (2018-09-05) — Hillary Clinton and Anne-Marie Slaughter discuss the cultural norms at the center of the worldwide gender pay gap, including the "motherhood penalty."
• E19: The World's Water Crisis (2018-09-12) — The global water crisis is at an inflection point. How do we price our most valuable resource, while also ensuring access to it as a human right?
• E20: Music (2018-09-19) — When does sound become music? Why are humans so uniquely able to master musicality? Researchers talk rhythm, octaves and the magic of song and dance.

Season 2

• E1: Cults (2019-09-26) — How do cults lure people in and exert control? Learn a cult’s telltale signs, and how loneliness and life online makes indoctrination easier than ever.
• E2: Billionaires (2019-10-03) — There are more billionaires than ever. But how does this vast accumulation of wealth affect the world? Mark Cuban and Bernie Sanders offer insights.
• E3: Animal Intelligence (2019-10-10) — What goes on inside an animal's mind? Figuring out how they think and feel might just be the key to understanding our own place in the world.
• E4: Athleisure (2019-10-17) — It began with bloomers. Then came spandex. Now we sport leggings and other activewear everywhere. How did comfy, casual clothing go mainstream?
• E5: Coding (2019-10-24) — Computer code now controls how we live. But how did these programming languages evolve? And how can they be used to build a new and better world?
• E6: Pirates (2019-10-31) — In pop culture, pirates are often depicted as booty-looting rogues, but their history is far more complicated. See how they became enemies of humanity.
• E7: The Next Pandemic (2019-11-07) — If you're not worried about a looming global pandemic, you probably should be. Are we prepared for an outbreak? Bill Gates and other experts weigh in.
• E8: The Future of Meat (2019-11-14) — The planet's current rate of meat consumption is unprecedented — and becoming unsustainable. In the future, will meat alternatives be the answer?
• E9: Beauty (2019-11-21) — Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but what exactly makes things such as art and architecture aesthetically pleasing, and why do we like looking?
• E10: Diamonds (2019-11-28) — A diamond is forever. But why is that? Dig into how these mined pieces of carbon became both a status symbol and a sparkly sign of everlasting love.

Season 3

• E1: Sugar (2021-07-16) — Once crucial for survival, sugar now poses a health risk. Is there a way to satisfy our primeval craving for sweetness in a healthy, balanced way?
• E2: Royalty (2021-07-23) — How do monarchies survive when they no longer wield power? By presenting a royal fairy tale that may not reflect the reality of the past — or present.
• E3: Flags (2021-07-30) — A flag can unite, divide and terrorize. Explore how a piece of cloth transformed into a powerful symbol of both love and hate, freedom and oppression.
• E4: Dogs (2021-08-06) — Who's a good dog? They all are! From puppy-dog eyes to feats of heroism, see how canines evolved into humankind's best friends and sources of pure love.
• E5: The End of Oil (2021-08-13) — Oil led to huge advancements – and vast inequities. As the planet warms, why is it so hard to turn away from fossil fuels, and can it be done in time?
• E6: Chess (2021-08-20) — For centuries, chess has captured hearts and minds — and pawns — and it's more popular than ever. What makes this ever-changing board game so special?
• E7: Your Skin (2021-08-27) — Don’t panic, but our skin plays host to trillions of bacteria, fungi, mites and other microscopic guests. Go beyond skin-deep with our largest organ.
• E8: Apologies (2021-09-03) — Apologizing is tough, and in this era of public mea culpas, forgiveness isn't guaranteed. What makes for a good apology, and why does it hold such power?
• E9: Hurricanes (2021-09-10) — As the planet warms, hurricanes could become even more dangerous and destructive.
• E10: Plastic Surgery (2021-09-17) — The Instagram face. A shapely posterior. Cosmetic surgery can make the latest beauty trends a reality. Explore its origins and effects, inside and out.
• E11: Dance Crazes (2021-09-24) — From the waltz to voguing, dance crazes have connected people throughout history. But when a dance catches on, who gets the credit — and compensation?
• E12: Time (2021-10-01) — Time flies… sometimes. Its passage can seem to speed up and slow down. Why do we experience time the way we do, and how do we take back some control?
• E13: Country Music (2021-10-08) — Dirt roads. Pickup trucks. Hip-hop? As the borders around country music shift, who decides what defines the popular genre, and who gets to be a star?
• E14: Fairy Tales (2021-10-15) — Fairy tales have survived thousands of years for a reason. Explore their far-flung history and how the stories speak to fundamental human concerns.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many seasons does Explained have? 3 season(s) with 44 episodes.

Who created Explained? Ezra Klein.

Where can I watch Explained? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.