The Burkean Chain
Blog
The written chains, every connection traced from an ancient spark to a modern wonder.
Intro
Welcome to The Burkean Chain, Where History Links to Tomorrow
The story behind the project and a peek at the categories of connections we'll chase.
Episode 1
Did a Sundial Spark the Supercomputers Behind Your Tech?
How a stick in the sand in ancient Egypt started a chain of precision that ends in the supercomputers powering your phone.
Episode 2
Did a Bread Oven Spark Your Feed?
Medieval village ovens were the original social network. Trace the chain of human connection from hearths to hashtags.
Episode 3
Did a Compass Point the Way to GPS?
From a medieval needle pointing north to satellites tracking your every move. The navigation chain from the unknown seas to your phone.
Episode 4
Did a Wheel Roll the Road to Your Car?
From a Sumerian cart wheel in 3500 BCE to the car in your driveway. The transportation chain from spokes to speed.