Retro Tech
Plot Summary
Follow tech guru Marques Brownlee as he uncovers how iconic technology of the past came to life and shaped history. In each episode, Marques meets with fellow YouTube creators, experts, and celebrity guests, to explore the impact each piece of vintage tech has had on our culture and why these pieces remain so revolutionary.
Cast & Characters
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Seasons (3)
Season 1
6 episodes
Aired: 2019
In Retro Tech, Marques Brownlee uncovers the origin and nostalgia of iconic tech.
Season 2
5 episodes
Aired: 2021
Futurists predicted that the tech of today would surround us with flying cars, robot maids, and teleportation. While some of these predictions are still sci-fi, others like mobile video calls, virtual reality, and even A.I. and quantum computers are quickly becoming a part of daily life. In season two, Brownlee unravels these retro tech promises and sees just how close we've come in 2021 and the direction revolutionary tech is headed next.
Production
Vox Media Studios