Historian Alba Saenc Challenges Modernity Through Humorous Historical Analysis

Alba Saenc, a 22-year-old history student and digital educator from Salamanca, has gained over 850,000 followers on social media by using humor and pop culture to debunk modern assumptions. Her book '¿Te crees muy moderno?', published by MR, argues that many contemporary ideas have ancient roots, urging readers to reconsider progress narratives. Saenc began creating historical memes during the pandemic, later earning awards like the 2024 Best Digital Art Educator Prize and the 2025 TikTok Education and Culture Award. She collaborates with National Geographic and RNE's Crónica de España, emphasizing that historical dissemination helps bridge academic research with public understanding, despite some academic skepticism. Saenc critiques anachronistic views and highlights the value of humanities in today's digital society.