The Big What IF?

In the hyper-connected world of 2025, we've gamified desire and turned the search for love into an endless scroll. But what is the true cost of this digital convenience? In this complete four-part series, "The Philosopher's Gaze" dares to ask: What if Friedrich Nietzsche, history's most unflinching critic of modern values, analyzed our dating apps?

Host Dr. Alistair Finch and philosopher Dr. Isabella Rossi t...

Have you ever wondered what Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., one of history's greatest moral leaders, would say about the challenges we face today? In this thought-provoking three-part series from "The Dream Deferred," host Dr. Evelyn Reed and historian Dr. David Chen embark on a journey to apply Dr. King's powerful philosophy to the turbulent global stage of 2025.

Together, they explore how Dr. King's analysis o...

What would Tupac Shakur have to say about today’s world? In this episode of The Big What If, we imagine a deep, thought-provoking interview with one of hip-hop’s most influential voices. From his struggles and rise in the 1990s to how he might view modern music, social media, activism, and culture, this fictional conversation explores Tupac’s philosophy, passion, and timeless perspective. It’s a journey into art, legacy, and the vo...

What if Scrooge McDuck were a real financial tycoon? In this episode of The Big What If, we dive into the world of wealth, business strategy, and financial cunning through the lens of one of the most famous comic characters. From investment tactics to economic influence, we imagine how Scrooge’s legendary fortune and mindset would play out in the modern financial world. Join us for a playful yet insightful exploration of money, amb...

What if dinosaurs never went extinct and roamed the modern world? In this episode of The Big What If, we explore a planet where prehistoric giants share cities, forests, and oceans with humans. From ecological challenges to societal adaptations, we imagine how life, technology, and culture might evolve alongside these incredible creatures. Join us for a mix of science, speculation, and imagination as we bring the past into the pres...

Step into the world of Tony Montana like never before. In this episode of The Big What If, we conduct a fictional, immersive interview with the infamous Scarface, exploring his rise to power, his ambitions, and how he might navigate the modern world of business, crime, and influence. From loyalty and betrayal to wealth and strategy, we dive deep into the mind of one of cinema’s most iconic antiheroes. Brace yourself for a mix of st...

What would Sigmund Freud think of modern psychology? In this episode of The Big What If, we explore how one of history’s most influential minds might interpret today’s world of mental health, therapy, and human behavior. From social media’s impact on the psyche to the latest advancements in neuroscience, we imagine Freud navigating the challenges and discoveries of the 21st century. Join us for a mix of historical insight, playful ...

What if Julius Caesar had access to modern technology? In this episode of The Big What If, we imagine how one of history’s greatest leaders might navigate the 21st century with AI, social media, and modern tools at his disposal. From political strategy to military tactics, we explore how Caesar’s world—and ours—could have been completely transformed. Join us for a mix of history, speculation, and playful imagination as we bring the...