Glitchtory

What If Julius Caesar Had Lived?

What if the assassination of Julius Caesar had failed? In this thought-provoking episode, we explore an alternate history where Caesar survived the Ides of March and reshaped the world. Discover how his continued reign could have created an enduring Roman Empire, altered the course of religion, and transformed millennia of history.Dive into a timeline where Caesar consolidates power, partners with Cleopatra and Caesarian, and merges Roman and Egyptian cultures into a superpower that never falls. Experience the ripple effects on politics, religion, and global society as we journey through this captivating historical "what-if".

What If the Beatles Never Broke Up?

Welcome to an intriguing exploration of music history with Glitchtory's What If series. This episode dives deep into the alternate timeline of The Beatles, the iconic band of the 20th century, examining a world where they never broke up.
This narrative, constructed from meticulous research and archival material, presents an alternate series of events spurred by a slight shift in the decisions surrounding their 1970 breakup. Journey through the complexities of managerial disputes, evolving musical directions, and personal tensions that characterized the band's latter years.
Envision a world where John Lennon suggests a sabbatical instead of a divorce, a pause instead of a split, altering the Beatles' dynamic fundamentally. Experience how this timeline sees them continue to shape music, not by grand comebacks, but through quiet evolution and persistent collaboration. This episode offers a nuanced perspective on how minor changes could have preserved the legacy of The Beatles in an entirely different form.

What if Hitler had been accepted to art school?

Welcome to the What If series by Glitchtory, where we unravel the delicate threads of history and ask, what if? In this episode, we explore the profound implications of a seemingly trivial moment—a rejection letter from an art school. Imagine a century without genocide, without world wars, untouched by the shadow of one of history’s darkest figures. Dive into the fascinating scenario of Adolf Hitler being accepted into art school, altering the course of the 20th century. instead of a political dictator, history might have known him as a middling artist. Unpack how this shift might have changed the world's landscape: avoiding WWII, the Holocaust, and potentially altering the very fabric of human rights development. Tune in as we delve into this captivating alternate history, exploring the intricate web of what might have been.

What If Football was never invented?

Welcome to 'Glitchtory', a fascinating exploration of alternate histories where small changes lead to profound global impacts. In this episode of 'What If', we delve into a world devoid of the world's most beloved sport - football. Explore how a single meeting in 1863 London could alter the fabric of society, geopolitics, and even our everyday language. Instead of football, other sports and pastimes evolve to fill the void, but none match the universal appeal and connection football once brought. Join us as we uncover the ripple effects of a world without the World Cup, Pelé, or the unifying magic of shouting 'goal'.Witness this alternate reality through extensive research and speculative analysis, and consider the broader implications on culture, economy, and community. This isn't just a story about missing a game – it's a reflection on the interconnectedness of our world, and what happens when one of its key threads is removed.

What if 9/11 had never happened?

In this episode of our 'What If' series, we delve into an alternate reality where the tragic events of September 11, 2001, were prevented. We explore the profound impacts of this version of history on domestic life, foreign policy, and global conflicts. Imagine a day that remained ordinary, with flights taking off and landing without incident, and no smoke rising above Manhattan's skyline.
The episode examines how averted catastrophe shapes an entirely different reality. We trace the ripple effects, from shifts in American domestic policies and global alliances to changes in cultural narratives. What if the World Trade Center was just another bustling office building, and the morning commutes were mundane and unremarkable?
This thought experiment pushes us to reevaluate our present, challenging us to see how deeply intertwined our world's current dynamics are with that fateful day. Join us on this compelling journey, as we ponder a history untouched by such a pivotal event and consider whether a future that escaped the terror is necessarily safer or simply more fragile.