Cultural Developments
Scenarios examining alternate paths for art, literature, music, religion, and social movements
What If Paris's May 1968 Protests Succeeded?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the May 1968 protests in France toppled the de Gaulle government and established a new political order, dramatically reshaping European politics and global social movements.
What If Paul Walker Never Died in a Car Crash?
Exploring the alternate timeline where actor Paul Walker survived the 2013 car accident that claimed his life, potentially altering the landscape of Hollywood, the Fast & Furious franchise, and charitable endeavors worldwide.
What If Peer Review Was Never Established?
Exploring the alternate timeline where formal peer review never emerged as the standard for scientific publishing, radically altering how knowledge is validated and disseminated.
What If Pelé Never Played Soccer?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Edson Arantes do Nascimento never became Pelé, altering the trajectory of global soccer, Brazilian national identity, and the commercialization of sports.
What If Philosophy Remained Central to Education?
Exploring the alternate timeline where philosophy never lost its central position in Western education systems, potentially reshaping critical thinking, civic engagement, and technological development across society.
What If Pokémon Was Never Created?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Satoshi Tajiri never developed the Pokémon franchise, radically altering the landscape of gaming, entertainment, and Japanese cultural exports worldwide.