Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity

Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity (2011)

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Professor Jim Al-Khalili tells the electrifying story of our quest to master nature's most mysterious force - electricity. Until fairly recently, electricity was seen as a magical power, but it is now the lifeblood of the modern world and underpins every aspect of our technological advancements. Without electricity, we would be lost. This series tells of dazzling leaps of imagination and extraordinary experiments - a story of maverick geniuses who used electricity to light our cities, to communicate across the seas and through the air, to create modern industry and to give us the digital revolution.

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Scheduleevery Thursday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E03Revelations and RevolutionsOkt. 20, 2011
S01E02The Age of InventionOkt. 13, 2011
S01E01SparkOkt. 6, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity premiered in what year?

Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity premiered in 2011.

Who narrated Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity?

Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity was narrated by actor Jim Al-Khalili.

What is the premise of Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity?

Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity explores the history and science behind one of the most important discoveries in human history: electricity.

How many episodes are there in Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity?

Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity consists of three episodes.

Who produced Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity?

Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity was produced by BBC Four.

What is the focus of the first episode of Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity?

The first episode of Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity examines the origins of electricity and the early pioneers who made groundbreaking discoveries in the field.

What is the focus of the second episode of Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity?

The second episode of Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity explores the ways in which electricity has transformed our society over the centuries, from the invention of the telegraph to the development of the internet.

Who are some of the historical figures featured in Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity?

Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity features historical figures such as Benjamin Franklin, Alessandro Volta, Michael Faraday, and Thomas Edison.

What is the focus of the third episode of Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity?

The third episode of Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity focuses on the cutting-edge research and technology being used to power the modern world, including nuclear reactors and solar power.

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Also known as

  • Az elektromosság története (Hungary)
  • История электричества (Russian Federation)

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