How to build a fictional world
Adults Creativity Philosophy BooksWhy is J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings trilogy so compelling? How about The Matrix or Harry Potter? What makes these disparate worlds come alive are clear, consistent rules for how people, societies -- and even the laws of physics -- function in these fictional universes. Author Kate Messner offers a few tricks for you, too, to create a world worth exploring in your own words.
Healthy Jam Jar Salads
Adults Food CreativityFor a quick and portable healthy lunch on the go, get creative with Jamie's Jam Jar Salad principle. Perfect for using up leftovers and getting a perfectly balanced meal every day and this British inspired example comes in at under 600 calories! Plump pearl barley, succulent beef, watercress and apple in a horseradish dressing - this salad offers deliciousness with every bite.
The Day of the Dead (Official)
Adults Culture FamilyDay of the Dead is a Mexican holiday celebrated throughout Mexico, in particular the Central and South regions, and acknowledged around the world in other cultures. The holiday focuses on gatherings of family and friends to pray for and remember friends and family members who have died, and help support their spiritual journey.
Science Of Persuasion
Adults Psychology ScienceThis animated video describes the six universal Principles of Persuasion that have been scientifically proven to make you most effective based on the research in Dr. Cialdini's groundbreaking book, Influence. This video is narrated by Dr. Robert Cialdini and Steve Martin, CMCT.
Future Of Practical Power
Adults Environment Science TechnologyThe Wendelstein 7-X was a nightmare to build, but if it works it may light a new path to fusion energy.
GoPro: Palau - Searching for Heroes
Adults Technology TravelPassion meets technology in the search for downed aircraft in the South Pacific. The BentProp Project is a group of volunteers who search for and help repatriate missing World War II Airmen. Their searches were long and arduous until they enlisted the scientific know-how of Scripps Institution of Oceanography-UCSD and The University of Delaware. What they find is truly inspiring.
Vampires: Folklore, fantasy and fact - Michael Molina
Adults History SocietyThe 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.
Choreographed Hand Motions
Adults Art CreativityYou Never Knew Choreographed Hand Motions With Random Objects Could Be This Mind-Blowing
GoPro: Insane Piano POV part Deux
Adults Art Music TechnologyJason Pelsey melts the keys once again with another virtuoso piano solo.
What are the universal human rights?
Adults Philosophy PoliticsThe basic idea of human rights is that each one of us, no matter who we are or where we are born, is entitled to the same basic rights and freedoms. That may sound straightforward enough, but it gets incredibly complicated as soon as anyone tries to put the idea into practice. What exactly are the basic human rights? Who gets to pick them? Who enforces them-and how? Benedetta Berti explores the subtleties of human rights.
Why is my voice different when I hear a recording?
Adults Psychology Science HumanA weekly show where we endeavor to answer one of your big questions. This week, Kristina Bailey asks, "Why does our voice sound different when we hear an audio or video recording of it?"
5 Things You Can Make From Light Bulbs
Adults Design CreativityIf you have upgraded your house to energy efficient light bulbs, you might wonder what to do with those old bulbs.
Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup
Adults Food CreativityInspired by his travels across Vietnam Donal has created this incredible Poached Chicken Noodle Soup or Pho Ga recipe which you can easily recreate in the comfort of your own home.
Blue - Da Ba Dee Remix
Adults Art Technology MusicThis is what happens when I get a go pro, launchpad s and Berklee Studio.
Effective Communication
Adults Education SocietyLearning 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.
Baseball Bat from Rough Sawn Lumber
Adults Design SportsIn this video I make a baseball bat from scratch, using maple and walnut. Most baseball bats are made with a solid piece of wood such as ash, hickory or maple, however I thought it would look really cool to add some walnut. So, I first got three boards, two maple and one walnut, that were at least 40 inches long.