Inside the mind of a master procrastinator
AdultsPsychologySocietyTim Urban knows that procrastination doesn't make sense, but he's never been able to shake his habit of waiting until the last minute to get things done.
The Prisoner's Dilemma
AdultsRelationshipsSocietyThe prisoner's dilemma is a canonical example of a game analyzed in game theory that shows why two purely "rational" individuals might not cooperate, even if it appears that it is in their best interests [citation needed] to do so.
The Weakness of Strength
AdultsPsychologySocietyWhen people close to us annoy us, and we wonder why we allowed them into our lives, we should draw vital comfort from a theory known as The Weakness of Strength.
The Speed of Life Veritasium
AdultsPsychologySocietyWhy does time appear to speed up as we get older? Can we slow it down?
Why are some people left-handed?
AdultsData ScienceHistory...Today, about one-tenth of the world's population are southpaws. Why are such a small proportion of people left-handed -- and why does the trait exist in the first place? Daniel M. Abrams investigates how the uneven ratio of lefties and righties gives insight into a balance between competitive and cooperative pressures on human evolution.
People react to being called beautiful
AdultsPsychologySocietyI conducted an independent project, which evidently turned into a social experiment halfway through, regarding beauty at my performing arts high school in Chicago. I want to clarify that my intentions were not to get a reaction out of people. I was simply filming beauty and this is the result. Here it is.
Four sisters in Ancient Rome - Ray Laurence
AdultsHistorySocietyHow did the young, wealthy women of Ancient Rome spend their days? Meet Domitia and her sister Domitia and her sister Domitia and her sister Domitia. Ray Laurence sketches the domestic life of leisure that these young girls lived, despite little recorded information on women from this otherwise well-documented era.
A portrait session with a twist
AdultsPhotographySocietyA photograph is shaped more by the person behind the camera than by what's in front of it.
Vampires: Folklore, fantasy and fact - Michael Molina
AdultsHistorySocietyThe myth of the bloodsucking vampire has stalked humans from ancient Mesopotamia to 18th-century Eastern Europe, but it has differed in the terrifying details. So, how did we arrive at the popular image we know, love and fear today? And what truly makes a vampire...a vampire? Michael Molina digs up the science and the superstition.
Effective Communication
AdultsEducationSocietyLearning how to better communicate and interact with others can really help to improve your life -- from ensuring you enjoy parties more to turning you into a roaring success magnet. Bestselling author of How to Succeed with People Paul McGee takes us through a host of different situations and explains how to deal with other people and get the best out of them.
Would You Rather Be Rich Or Happy?
AdultsPhilosophySocietyKids say the darndest things - but sometimes they offer some serious insight. We played "Would You Rather" with kids ages 3 to 11 to see if they had anything to teach us adults. Visit aplus.com/s/readresssuccess for more.
The Science of Six Degrees of Separation
AdultsRelationshipsSocietyAre all people on Earth really connected through just six steps?
How false news can spread
AdultsSocial MediaInternet Culture...In previous decades, most news with global reach came from several major newspapers and networks with the resources to gather information directly. The speed with which information spreads now, however, has created the ideal conditions for something called circular reporting.
What If Money Was No Object?
AdultsEconomySocietyA remastered version of "What if money was no object". After our original video, which reached almost 2,000,000 views was taken down due to copyright. Many emails were received to remake and re-upload this profound advice from the late Alan Watts. Thanks too everyone for the support!
Remove labels this Ramadan
AdultsMarketingPsychology...A person's appearance is usually the first thing we observe about then, but how would people react if you meet someone without actually being able to see them? This is exactly what Coca-Cola set out to find out. 6 strangers were huddled together in a dark room and had interacted with zero visibility in total darkness.
A Simple Way of Life in The Coromandel
AdultsLifeSociety...Discover one of New Zealand's most mysterious, rugged, and best kept secrets, The Coromandel. Home to some of the best surf, diving, coastline, and landscapes, the locals will show you how time slows down, and why they prefer the simple way of life.
Misconceptions about Sharks
AdultsAnimalsPsychology...A weekly show where we debunk common misconceptions. This week, Elliott discusses some misconceptions about sharks!
Amazing Balloon Skewer Party Trick
AdultsCreativitySocietyHow to thread a balloon onto a skewer. Fun magic trick perfect for parties. Impress adults and children with this simple trick. All you need is a balloon, a skewer and some washing up liquid.