"How We Got To Now with Steven Johnson" is a six-part documentary series that reveals the story behind the remarkable ideas that made modern life possible; the unsung heroes that brought them into the world, and the unexpected and bizarre consequences each of these innovations has triggered.

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Where do good ideas come from?

Rather than a series of 'lightbulb moments', ideas can sometimes take a little longer!

Introducing How We Got to Now on Learning Media

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Introducing How We Got to Now on Learning Media

Steven introduces how the series can be used to inspire innovation in the classroom.

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