We're going on a wild ride down the Silk Road, the ancient internet! In this episode, we dive into how this dusty highway connected the world, exchanging not just goods but culture, ideas, and unfortunately, a few bandits and diseases. From China's shiny silk to Rome's fashion revolution, to Buddhism's viral spread - it's a tale of trade, travel, and the world's first viral trends. Buckle up and tune in for an epic journey back in time. No WiFi required! This podcast was generated using artificial intelligence. Music credit: "Renaissance" by Audionautix