‘Viewers Choice’ Best of 2023 Compilation (2024-01-01)

Welcome 2024!

Relive some of your favorite Closer in Time moments from 2023!

S2 E1 (2024-08-23)

Season 2 premiere! Timelines of Queen Nefertiti, Pharaoh Akhenaten, Sumerian civilization, Gobekli Tepe

Amaze friends, family and total strangers alike with your dominance of history -- past, present and future; the prominent, esoteric and obscure.

S1 E16 (2024-04-12)

Season 1 finale! Timelines of the Athletic Base Ball Club of Philadelphia, Giuseppe Maria Bonaparte I + more!

Discover how the 2024 Major League Baseball Opening Day links back to the founding of the Athletic Base Ball Club of Philadelphia and their timeless avant-garde spirit. Uncover the surprising ties between America’s favorite pastime and Giuseppe Maria Buonaparte, Napoleon’s great-great-grandfather. Learn how the Philadelphia Athletics’ legacy intertwines with the origins of modern baseball, and see how history brings these milestones closer together.

S1 E15 (2024-03-22)

Timelines of Jean Landis and the WASP, Thaddeus Lowe and the US Army Balloon Corps, Elisabeth Thible, first ever woman aeronaut + much more!

Join us as we explore the thrilling world of early aviation, from Civil War military balloon pilots to the pioneering women of World War II. Learn about Thaddeus Lowe’s Union Army Balloon Corps and Jean Landis, one of the first Women’s Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs). Discover how Jean’s journey from college to ferrying P51 Mustangs for the war effort connects with the early days of ballooning and Elisabeth Thible, the first female aeronaut. Witness the surprising intersections of time that bring these historic aviation milestones closer together.

S1 E14 (2024-03-08)

Timelines of the first electric car, Tesla Roadster, GM EV1 + much more!

Explore the fascinating history of electric vehicles and groundbreaking innovation. From the upcoming production of Tesla’s second-generation Roadster to the earliest electric vehicles, dive into the evolution of automotive technology. Learn how Glenn Miller’s ‘Annie’s Cousin Fannie’ and the Ford Model T connect to the electric car revolution. Discover how the GM EV1 and the Model T are intertwined with the pioneering efforts of inventors like Robert Davidson. Join us on ‘Closer in Time’ for a journey through time and technology.

S1 E13 (2024-02-23)

Timelines of John Gorrie and the ‘Ice Wars’, Carta Marina, very early ice skating + more.

Explore the 19th-century battle between Dr. John Gorrie’s mechanical ice-making invention and Frederic Tudor, the Boston ‘Ice King’. Dive into the history of ice skating, from ancient bone skates to modern ice hockey, and learn how the NHL 2023-24 season connects to these icy innovations. Join ‘Closer in Time’ for a captivating exploration of history’s surprising intersections. Like, subscribe, and journey through time with us.

S1 E12 (2024-02-09)

Timelines of early and modern ice hockey, Lidwina’s Fall + much more!

Discover the unexpected intersections of history in this episode of ‘Closer in Time’. From a young girl’s fall on the ice leading to sainthood, to the first modern ice hockey game, and Brahms’ timeless compositions, we unravel the surprising timelines connecting these events. Find out how the NHL’s recent season is closer in time to Brahms’ opus 111 than to the first modern hockey game, and even more astonishingly, how it connects back to a 15th-century saint. Like, subscribe, and join us on this riveting journey through time.

S1 E11 (2024-01-26)

Timelines of Interstellar Space Travel, Wright Flyer and more.

Discover the surprising intersections of human ingenuity and cosmic exploration. From the Wright Brothers’ first flight to NASA’s ambitious plans for Alpha Centauri, and the quirky genius of the Flowbee, see how these timelines converge in ways you never expected. Join us on ‘Closer in Time’ for a journey through innovation and discovery. Like, subscribe, and explore the continuum.

S1 E10 (2024-01-12)

Timelines of Collective Soul, Soul Train and lots more.

Join us on ‘Closer in Time’ as we explore the surprising intersections of musical legends and an intellectual titan. Discover how Soul Asylum’s raw 90s alt-rock, Collective Soul’s polished grunge, and Soul Train’s revolutionary rhythm TV all align with the enduring legacy of economist Thomas Sowell. Uncover the hidden timelines and connections that make these iconic names closer in time than you’d ever imagine. Like, subscribe, and dive deep into a world where culture, music, and intellect collide.

S1 E9 (2023-12-22)

Timelines of the development of geometry, algebra and more.

Experience the incredible progression of mathematical ideas in ‘Closer in Time’. In this installment we explore how the ancient foundations of Geometry laid the groundwork for future breakthroughs, bridging thousands of years in the quest for knowledge and understanding. This video is a must-watch for anyone even remotely interested in the timeless journey of mathematical thought.

S1 E8 (2023-12-08)

Timelines of Attila The Hun, Glenn Miller’s Tomorrow’s Another Day and more.

Dive into ‘Closer in Time’, where the fierce legacies of Genghis Khan and Attila the Hun meet the swing beats of Glenn Miller. This installment bridges centuries, uncovering surprising parallels and chronological connections.

S1 E7 (2023-11-24)

Timelines of Mary Shelley’s novel Frankenstein, the movie Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and much more.

Discover the fascinating evolution of Mary Shelley’s iconic ‘Frankenstein’ through the lens of cinema. From the silent era’s mystical portrayal to the grandiose adaptations of modern times, witness how each film reflects its era’s creative pulse and the timeless allure of a literary masterpiece.

S1 E6 (2023-11-10)

Timelines of ZAO, ZOA, Ausso, and more.

Explore a fascinating blend of music, mystery, and refreshment with ‘Closer in Time’. This intallment takes you on an eclectic journey through the undulating rhythms of the underrated band ZAO, the refreshing zest of ZOA energy drink, the aromatic allure of Ouzo, and the enigmatic tales of Ausso. Enjoy this multisensory experience that intertwines the distinct worlds of melody, taste, and extraterrestrial intrigue!

S1 E5 (2023-10-27)

Timelines of Rolling Stones Hackney Diamonds, The First World Series + much more.

Discover the remarkable intersections of history and music in ‘Closer in Time’. This installment connects the Rolling Stones’ groundbreaking journey, from their first single ‘Come On’ to their latest album ‘Hackney Diamonds’, with pivotal historical events like the first World Series and presidential assassinations. Witness how the Stones’ timeless music resonates through the decades, bridging gaps between seemingly distant moments in time.

S1 E4 (2023-10-13)

Timelines of Woodstock and more.

Travel through time with ‘Closer in Time’. This installment stunningly contrasts the legendary Woodstock festival, an epitome of counterculture and musical innovation, with the groundbreaking yet devastating era of the First World War. Discover how these significant periods, seemingly distant, punctuate history, revealing the relentless march of time and societal change.

S1 E3 (2023-09-22)

Timelines of The Tyrannosaurus Rex, The Stegosaurus and more.

Dive into the depths of Earth’s prehistoric timeline with ‘Closer in Time’. Uncover staggering facts about the history of dinosaurs and giant insects. This intallment offers a unique glimpse into the vastness of geological time, illustrating the immense span of life‘s evolution on Earth.

S1 E2 (2023-09-08)

Timelines of The Simpsons, Eisenhower, and lots more!

Take a captivating journey through time with ‘Closer in Time’, where the enduring legacy of Matt Groening and The Simpsons is intertwined with key moments in American presidential history.

S1 E1 (Pilot) (2023-08-25)

Timelines of The Great Pyramid of Giza, Cleopatra, Caesar Augustus, and more!

Embark on a journey through the corridors of time with ‘Closer in Time’, the series that offers a unique perspective on the vast tapestry of history. Witness the surprising chronological closeness between us and Cleopatra. Is it possible that wooly mammoths overlapped with ancient human marvels like the Pyramids?