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David Blaine: Do Not Attempt | Official First Look | National Geographic

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David Blaine: Do Not Attempt is a cinematic journey following magician David Blaine as he chases little-known magic within our world. David is searching for real magic by tracking down incredible people across the globe and learning their closely guarded secrets in order to push his craft to the next level.

This Disease is Deadlier Than The Plague

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The white death has haunted humanity like no other disease following us for thousands, maybe millions of years.

Origins of Color (Trade & Exchange)

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How can the color “red” be a global commodity? How can the way a statue stands be a sign of cultural exchange?

The Apollo 11 Moon Landing

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In the months leading up to the historic take-off, Nasa put the crew through gruelling, relentless simulations in order to prepare them.

Were Humans Destined to Exist?

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This is a snippet of a larger conversation taking place on Crash Course Pods: The Universe. Over 11 episodes, John Green and Katie Mack walk through the entire history of the universe…even the parts that aren’t written yet.

A Very Colourful Release

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After some time in care, recovering at the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital it is finally time to release some lorikeets back to the wild.

How we can revive Planet Earth in less than 20 years

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“If given a chance, nature can rebound, and nature can rebound dramatically.” Biologist Sean B. Carroll discusses the resilience of nature and how humans can help it thrive.

12 Predictions for the Future of Technology

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Techno-optimist Vinod Khosla believes in the world-changing power of "foolish ideas." He offers 12 bold predictions for the future of technology — from preventative medicine to car-free cities to planes that get us from New York to London in 90 minutes — and shows why a world of abundance awaits.

The Rock That's Helping Us Find the Origin of Life

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Epidote might just look like a pretty little crystal, but it has a secret. thanks to the high-pressure circumstances where it forms, we can use it to help us uncover the origins of life on our planet, and maybe even find signs of life on Mars.

How Did Minecraft Start?

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30 years of Minecraft! How did Minecraft evolve?

Is This Why Venus Lost Its Ocean?

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The Earth and Venus are made of similar material and are about the same size. Yet one planet has an abundance of water and the other is bone dry. When and how did this happen?

The History Of Crocs

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Whether you rock them all summer for their comfortable cushion-like feel or despise their awkward shape and bright colours, Crocs have an interesting history.

The true story behind the legend of the 47 Rōnin

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Dig into one of Japan’s most infamous stories about the 47 samurai who take revenge for the loss of their leader.

Crash Course Art History Preview

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Welcome to Crash Course Art History! Over the next 22 episodes, Sarah Urist Green will explore the hidden stories behind artworks.

This person isn't actually screaming - Noah Charney

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Explore Edvard Munch’s masterpiece “The Scream,” and find out why this artwork became one of the world’s most famous paintings.

One of the world’s oldest condiments - Dan Kwartler

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Trace the history of ketchup, from the condiment’s origins in 3rd century China to becoming a staple of American cuisine.

What’s Eating The Titanic?

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When a ship sinks, lots of factors, like the ship’s materials, the water quality, and the depth of the seafloor all play a role in determining how long the ship will last down there - as a result, the Titanic will be gone in fifty years, while Byzantine wrecks in the Black sea remain.