Cultural Developments
Scenarios examining alternate paths for art, literature, music, religion, and social movements
What If Evolution Was Never Taught in Schools?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Darwin's theory of evolution was successfully suppressed from educational curricula worldwide, dramatically altering the development of science, religion, and culture throughout the 20th and 21st centuries.
What If Extraterrestrial Life Was Discovered?
Exploring the alternate timeline where scientific evidence of extraterrestrial life is discovered, fundamentally altering humanity's understanding of our place in the universe and transforming numerous fields from science to religion.
What If Extreme Sports Never Became Popular?
Exploring the alternate timeline where extreme sports remained niche activities, never entering the mainstream and transforming youth culture, entertainment, and corporate sponsorship landscapes.
What If Fantasy Sports Never Developed?
Exploring the alternate timeline where fantasy sports never emerged as a cultural phenomenon, dramatically altering modern sports fandom, media coverage, and a multi-billion dollar industry.
What If Fez Leveraged Its Cultural Heritage Differently?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Morocco's ancient city of Fez implemented a comprehensive heritage preservation and development strategy in the 1960s, potentially transforming it into a global cultural capital and economic powerhouse.
What If Florence Leveraged Its Cultural Heritage Differently?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Florence pursued a more balanced approach to cultural heritage management, potentially transforming itself into a global model for sustainable cultural tourism rather than facing overtourism challenges.