Have you ever wondered what inspired the first flame thrower, or when the first brain surgery was performed? Have you ever wondered who invented the kiss, or how humans changed once cities were invented? Ancient Inventions dives deeply into these thought provoking subjects - and some of the answers aren't what you'd expect!
Episode List
S1 • E1
City Life
Ancient Inventions looks at of city life developments in the ancient world including skyscrapers, aqueducts, concrete, entertainment, movable type printing, and restaurants.
S1 • E2
Sex and Love
Ancient Inventions look at the history of kissing, erotic art, make-up, wigs, beauty parlors, the tooth brush, perfume, the gymnasium, and contraception.
S1 • E3
War and Conflict
Ancient Inventions look at the development of the weapons in the ancient world including the boomerang, bow and arrow, armor, tank, Greek fire, and gunpowder.
