Who Invented Money?
YouthBusinessHistory The history of money is fascinating and goes back thousands of years.
The Power of an Image – and the Mind behind It | Misan Harriman | TED
AdultsEducationHistoryHuman... As a neurodivergent child going to school far from home, Misan Harriman found solace in the internet -- "an endless library of the extraordinary," as he calls it.
North American Indigenous Games
YouthCultureHistorySports... The 10th edition of the North American Indigenous Games is a celebration and exchange of the various cultures the athletes come from.
Dino Road Trip
KidsHistoryScienceWorld... Join dinosaur pals Ali the Ankylosaurus and Sean the Iguanodon as they time travel on a Dino Road Trip!
Why Did Megalodon Go Extinct?
YouthAnimalsHistory Dive into the ocean’s depths to see how the gigantic megalodon ruled the seas, and find out what caused its extinction.
What was life like for a court jester? - Beatrice K. Otto
AdultsHistoryHumanPolitics... Contrary to common belief, jesters weren’t just a medieval European phenomenon but flourished in other times and cultures. The first reliably recorded jester is thought to be You Shi, of 7th century BCE China. Jesters had unique relationships to power: they could be viewed as objects of mockery or as entertainers and trusted companions. Beatrice K. Otto digs into history's most infamous jokers.
In The Future, Death Will Be Different
AdultsHealthHistoryHuman... In the future, humans will likely die of a very different suite of causes than we do now, thanks to advances in healthcare, an aging population, and changes in the environment.
Japan's 2011 Tsunami
YouthHistoryNature The March 11 earthquake and tsunami left more than 28,000 dead or missing. See incredible footage of the tsunami swamping cities and turning buildings into rubble.
Meet The Artist: Abbas Zahedi
KidsArtHistory Meet Abbas Zahedi and find out all about his journey to becoming an artist.
Life in Alaska: Keeping an eye out for salmon and bears | Alaska: The Next Generation
AdultsHistoryHumanLife... Joel Jacko checks the waterways filled with spawned salmon that are attracting an abundance of nearby animals and predators.
How Do Great Lakes Form?
KidsHistoryScience Mister Brown is moving away to Wisconsin and wants to teach everyone about the place he's moving to and all the amazing glacial lakes he'll be living near!
Explore Ancient Worlds Through Art: Elgin Throne
YouthArtHistory The Elgin Throne is an ancient Greek artifact from the 3rd century BCE that’s full of symbolism and ancient myths.
Who is the fastest creature in mythology?
AdultsCultureHistoryWriting... Witness the clash of mythology’s speediest supernaturals in an epic race and find out which creature is the fastest.
Explore Ancient Worlds Through Art: Medusa Mirror
YouthArtHistory It was said that Medusa, the mythical monster, could turn people to stone with just a look. So, why did the ancient Greeks put an image of her on a mirror?
Who Is The Fastest Creature In Mythology?
YouthExperimentsFunHistory... Witness the clash of mythology’s speediest supernaturals in an epic race and find out which creature is the fastest.
Building a Sled | Alaska: The Next Generation
AdultsConstructionHealthHistory... Daniel Apassingok, along with Chase and his family and friends help build a sled to help their every day lives.
Explore Ancient Worlds Through Art: Harp Player
YouthArtHistory Created over 4,500 years ago, the Harp Player is an excellent example of Cycladic art and sculpture.
Should More Species Be Extinct?
AdultsAnimalsEducationHistory... Watch these amazing rewilding videos from our friends at Planet Wild, in which they’re saving Europe’s cutest bird from extinction or resurrecting a dying forest.
Becoming An Artist: Bhajan Hunjan
KidsArtHistory Meet Bhajan Hunjan, an artist who does huge paintings, sculptures and runs workshops for others to get creative too!
Are solar panels worth it?
AdultsHealthHistoryTechnology... Today in many countries solar is the cheapest form of energy to produce. Millions of homes are equipped with rooftop solar, with most units paying for themselves in their first seven to 12 years and then generating further savings.
Why do some artists become famous?
AdultsArtHistoryHuman... Success in the art world can mean different things to different artists. While some artists work solely for the pleasure of producing art, others seek external recognition, such as being shown in prestigious galleries or museums, and selling their craft. The latter — profitability, recognition, demand — is how success is traditionally defined in the field.