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Explained

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Explained

2018- 2021

3 Seasons

44 Episodes

7.5(129 votes)

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Documentary

Overview

This documentary series, made in partnership with Vox, explain some of the world's current trends, from politics, to science to pop culture.

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Netflix

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Vox Media Studios

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