What makes a poem … a poem? - Melissa Kovacs
Adults History
What exactly makes a poem … a poem? Poets themselves have struggled with this question, often using metaphors to approximate a definition. Is a poem a little machine? A firework? An echo? A dream? Melissa Kovacs shares three recognizable characteristics of most poetry.
Valkyries: The Real Story Behind These Warriors of Legend | Fate & Fabled
Adults History
Vikings were some of the fiercest fighters in human history, using their impressive battle prowess to spread Norse influence between the 8th and 11th centuries.
The Future of Public Health: Crash Course Public Health #10
Adults History
We don’t know what the next big scientific breakthrough is going to be or what futuristic diseases we’ll encounter. But when it comes to our health, we actually have a pretty good idea of what could be next.
Witchcraft: Crash Course European History #10
Adults History
During our last several episodes, Europe and the European-controlled world have been in crisis. Wars, disease, climate changes, and shifts in religious and political power threw the European world into turmoil.
Flavor Science: What's Really in a Pumpkin Spice Latte
Adults History
If you take a look at an ingredients list, odds are you’ll find natural and artificial flavors somewhere in there.
Which Healthcare System is Best?
Adults History
Are you ready for the understatement of the century? Health care is complicated. Across the 200 or so countries on Earth, there are a lot of different ways people receive health care.
These companies with no CEO are thriving
Adults History
Get to know the different kinds of co-ops, how they work, and how they differ from traditional companies.
The Man Who Killed Millions and Saved Billions
Adults History
Fritz Haber is the scientist who arguably most transformed the world. Part of this video is sponsored by Wren.
The 11 Year Old World War 2 Soldier
Adults History
How young is too young to fight for your country? Check out today's insane video to find out how a kid managed to find himself in the thick of World War 2! Don't miss this epic true story of the youngest WW2 soldier!
Can the economy grow forever?
Adults History
Is infinite economic growth possible on a planet with finite resources? Explore how countries can balance efficiency with sustainability.
Retrospective Ageing
Adults History
Did People Used To Look Older?
The Last Human – A Glimpse Into The Far Future
Adults History
Because of the potential size of the future, the most important thing about our actions today might be their impact on future generations.
All the Insane Ways El Chapo Has Escaped Prison
Adults History
El Chapo is best known for his time serving as the Mexican drug Kingpin, but we could also add escape artist to his resume. Check out today's insane video to see how the drug lord pulled off multiple epic prison escapes!
A brief history of dumplings - Miranda Brown
Adults History
Trace the diverse and delicious history of dumplings, from their first recorded origins to their spread across the Asian continent and beyond.
Truth Decay
Adults History
Trust is eroding, in part, due to the over-abundance of opinion-based content; we must all develop better tools and habits for consuming information to regain a shared understanding of what is true.
Why are People Moving to Cities?
Adults History
ccording to the UN, people living in urban places now outnumber those in rural areas — which is a pretty new phenomenon for many parts of the world.
How the Suez Canal changed the world - Lucia Carminati
Adults History
Dig into the construction of the Suez Canal, and discover how it became one of the world’s busiest maritime passages.
Smart FBI Negotiation Techniques You Can Actually Use
Adults History
Wouldn't it be nice to be able to win any argument you may find yourself in? Don't miss today's revealing video that exposes FBI interrogation techniques you can actually use to give yourself the high ground in any confrontation!
Greatest Last Stands In History
Adults History
There have been countless bloody battles in history, but sometimes the outnumbered army can find a way to come out victorious! Don't miss today's epic video all about the underdog to discover the greatest "Last Stands" in history!
HISTORY OF IDEAS - Consumerism
Adults History
It’s only very recently in history that we’ve been able to buy more than the bare necessities.