Contemporary History
Scenarios from 1945 CE to present day
What If Nashville Had Democratized Its Music Industry in the Digital Era?
Exploring how Nashville might have developed if it had pioneered a more equitable, artist-centered music ecosystem during the digital disruption of the early 2000s.
What If India and China Formed a Strategic Alliance?
Exploring how global geopolitics would transform if Asia's two giants overcame their historical tensions to form a comprehensive strategic partnership, challenging Western dominance and reshaping the international order.
What If Austin Had Implemented Comprehensive Housing Reform During Its Tech Boom?
Exploring how Austin, Texas might have developed if the city had enacted bold housing policies at the beginning of its tech industry explosion, preventing the affordability crisis that transformed the city.
What If India's Farmer Protests Led to a New Political Movement?
Exploring how India's political landscape might have transformed if the 2020-2021 farmer protests had evolved into a powerful nationwide political movement that reshaped the country's democratic structure and economic policies.
What If India's Digital Rupee Replaced the Dollar in Asian Trade?
Exploring how global financial systems and geopolitical power would transform if India successfully launched a digital currency that became the dominant medium of exchange across Asia, challenging the US dollar's seven-decade hegemony.
What If Portland Had Expanded Its Urban Growth Boundary in 2015?
Exploring how Portland, Oregon might have developed if it had significantly expanded its urban growth boundary to address housing affordability while implementing innovative environmental protections.