Why It Is What Time It Is (The History of Time)
Adults History Science TechnologyHow did we come up with our system of telling time? Why do we divide the day into 24 hours of 60 minutes each, and put 60 seconds in each minute? Where does the definition of a second come from? And who decides what clock shows the correct time? There's clearly a lot of questions when it comes to time.
Binging with Babish: Cailles en Sarchophage from Babette's Feast
Adults Creativity FoodIn the 1987 holy grail for film-foodies and old-people-staring-at-things-wistfully enthusiasts, Babette's Feast, some highfalutin dishes are prepared for some haughty aristocrats. Twirl your handlebar mustache, throw on your dinner habit, and try your best not to say aloud how delicious everything is.
Kids Describe Scary Monsters
Adults Art CreativityKids Describe is back with Koji the Illustrator! In this episode, kids describe their version of a monster! Check it out!
Barriers Are in Your Mind | The Spark
Adults Human Mental Health SelfAfter Albert Lin lost his leg in an accident, he chose to become bionic and rethink his entire world.
What If You Are Stressed Everyday?
Adults Human Mental Health PsychologyCan everyday stress literally kill you? Find out!
The dangerous and daring race for the South Pole - Elizabeth Leane
Adults Environment Human SportsBy the early 1900’s, nearly every region of the globe had been visited and mapped, with only two key locations left: the North and South Poles.
These Names Can Kill Animals
Adults Animals History PsychologyJust like the names of products and companies, animals' names can affect how we feel about them...and changing the name of a species might actually help us save it.
Non-Invasive Brain Surgery
Adults Biology Science TechnologyScientists have combined ultrasound, viruses and synthetic drugs to control regions of the brain.
What are the Effects of Tablets and Smartphones on Babies’ Brains?
Adults Addiction Health TechnologyOften we concentrate on showing the negative effective of new technologies on the development of babies, but could tablets, smartphones and other touchscreen devices help improve their motor skills?