In this episode we turn to Big History, and explore humanity's transition from a nomadic foraging (i.e. hunter-gatherer) way of life to the more settled existence of farming. Historians call this transition the agricultural revolution. It is a pity that certain school curricula don't include a broader view of our past. There are brilliant Big History and World History websites one can access (e.g. www.oerproject.com) that really takes you on an epic journey through time and space. We look at some of the features of forager societies, and consider the advantages and disadvantages of farming.

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