Explained

10 Best Episodes of Explained - Season 2

This documentary series, made in partnership with Vox, explain some of the world's current trends, from politics, to science to pop culture.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 06, 2023.

PS: The following content contains spoilers!

PPS: I will admit that parts of this page was written with the help of AI - it makes my work so much easier to not start from a blank page!

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Explained - S2E9

#10 - Beauty (Season 2 - Episode 9)

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?

The episode was rated 7.14 from 140 votes.

Explained - S2E4

#9 - Athleisure (Season 2 - Episode 4)

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It began with bloomers. Then came spandex. Now we sport leggings and other activewear everywhere. How did comfy, casual clothing go mainstream?

The episode was rated 7.27 from 140 votes.

Explained - S2E10

#8 - Diamonds (Season 2 - Episode 10)

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.

The episode was rated 7.47 from 148 votes.

Explained - S2E6

#7 - Pirates (Season 2 - Episode 6)

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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.

The episode was rated 7.55 from 141 votes.

Explained - S2E3

#6 - Animal Intelligence (Season 2 - Episode 3)

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.

The episode was rated 7.69 from 148 votes.

Explained - S2E5

#5 - Coding (Season 2 - Episode 5)

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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?

The episode was rated 7.78 from 145 votes.

Explained - S2E1

#4 - Cults (Season 2 - Episode 1)

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.

The episode was rated 7.89 from 174 votes.

Explained - S2E2

#3 - Billionaires (Season 2 - Episode 2)

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There are more billionaires than ever. But how does this vast accumulation of wealth affect the world? Mark Cuban and Bernie Sanders offer insights.

The episode was rated 7.94 from 158 votes.

Explained - S2E8

#2 - The Future of Meat (Season 2 - Episode 8)

The planet's current rate of meat consumption is unprecedented -- and becoming unsustainable. In the future, will meat alternatives be the answer?

The episode was rated 8.06 from 156 votes.

Explained - S2E7

#1 - The Next Pandemic (Season 2 - Episode 7)

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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.

The episode was rated 8.26 from 175 votes.

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