006. The Pattern of Collapse: Four Revolutions, Four Reckonings
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006. The Pattern of Collapse: Four Revolutions, Four Reckonings
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260 years. Four technological revolutions. Each nearly destroyed civilization. Each created new jobs—until now.
Industrial Revolution (1760-1860): Steam displaced handloom weavers. Recovery: 90 brutal years. New jobs: factories, railways, clerks.
Electrical Revolution (1880-1940): Assembly lines displaced farmworkers. Great Depression hit 25% unemployment. Recovery: Required FDR's New Deal government intervention. New jobs: skilled trades, technicians.
Internet Revolution (1990-2010): Digital platforms killed retail, media, travel agents. Recovery: 20 years. New jobs: web developers, digital marketers, UX designers.
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