In this Thanksgiving edition of the Hard Fork podcast, the hosts countdown the 100 most iconic technologies in history. They explore everything from ancient innovations like fire and the wheel to contemporary breakthroughs such as the iPhone and AI. With a lively debate, they discuss the benefits and unintended consequences of each technology, ultimately celebrating human creativity and the profound impact of technology over time. Fire is crowned the most iconic technology, recognized for its essential role in shaping civilization and its lasting influence.
