This podcast is an excerpt from Yuval Noah Harari's book, Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind. This excerpt explores the development of Homo sapiens from the Cognitive Revolution to the dawn of the 21st century, examining the key milestones in human history such as the Agricultural Revolution, the rise of empires, and the Scientific Revolution. Harari argues that human history is not a linear progression but rather a series of accidental events that have shaped the world in which we live today. He explores themes such as the power of imagined orders, the role of money, and the consequences of our increasing technological power. He highlights the impact of these historical processes on our understanding of human nature, society, and our relationship with the world.