Francis J. Gavin, a historian and expert on 1970s American foreign policy, dives into California's transformative decade. He discusses how Silicon Valley emerged as a tech powerhouse, reshaping global economics and entrepreneurship. Gavin highlights the cultural shifts, including the rise of the wine industry and changes in societal norms. He also explores the geopolitical landscape, marked by the Helsinki Accords and economic upheavals affecting the U.S. These factors collectively set the stage for the modern world we live in today.