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How dramatic twists in Earth’s story enabled humans to go from being part of nature to controlling it, and what can be learnt from this tale before it’s too late.
Today, Earth is a human world, home to eight billion people and counting. Humans now have a greater effect in shaping Earth’s surface than many natural processes. Chris Packham explores how dramatic twists in Earth’s story enabled humans to go from being part of nature to controlling it and what can be learnt from this epic tale before it’s too late.
On TV
Sunday14:35
BBC Two Wales & Wales HD only
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The Rain of Terror
Duration: 03:39
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Humanity’s Future
Duration: 03:21
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Chris Packham |
| Line Producer | Raewyn Dickson |
| Composer | Paul Saunderson |
| Executive Producer | Andrew Cohen |
| Executive Producer | Rob Liddell |
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