Whale Hunting Was Absolutely Crazy
Nightshift – Kurzgesagt After Dark · Season 1 · Episode 2
For centuries, humanity hunted the largest animals that ever lived. Not for food, but for light, machines, and profit. Whale oil powered cities, fueled industrialization, and pushed entire species to the brink of extinction. This is the story of commercial whaling, and what it reveals about progress and destruction.
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Season
1
Episode
2
Air Date
30/Jan/2026
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Runtime
16 min
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For centuries, humanity hunted the largest animals that ever lived. Not for food, but for light, machines, and profit. Whale oil powered cities, fueled industrialization, and pushed entire species to the brink of extinction. This is the story of commercial whaling, and what it reveals about progress and destruction.
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