An excellent narration of oil industry since early days to 20th century and up to today. How oil changed the world and shaped our modern world today.
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A unique look inside the mind of an infamous serial killer with this cinematic self-portrait crafted from statements made by Ted Bundy, including present-day interviews, archival footage and audio recordings from death row.
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3 episodes • 2015
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | How Oil Made Us | Feb 10, 2015 | 0.0 |
| 2 | The Carbon Wars | Feb 17, 2015 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Climate Wars | Feb 24, 2015 | 0.0 |