Does Expensive Coffee actually taste better?
AdultsEducationFoodMediaCultureLife... Coffee beans are one of the most confusing items to purchase, so over the past several weeks, I bought 20+ different kinds of coffee at different price points, visited a local roaster, tried roasting my own beans at home and tested a bunch of types of coffee in order to understand the flavor and price differences of coffee beans.
Gordon Ramsay Heads to Maui to Learn the Secret to Hawaiian Cuisine
AdultsFoodTravelWorldCulture... Gordon Ramsay travels to the Island of Maui, Hawaii, to explore the secrets of Hawaiian cuisine along the rugged Hana coastline.
The true story behind the legend of the 47 Rōnin
AdultsHistoryHumanCulture 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
AdultsArtEducationHistoryCulture... 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
AdultsArtHistoryHumanCulture... Explore Edvard Munch’s masterpiece “The Scream,” and find out why this artwork became one of the world’s most famous paintings.
Is Caviar a scam?
AdultsFilmFoodFunCulture... Does caviar actually taste good or is it only popular because of it's status as a luxury product? In this video, we find out.
How humanity got hooked on coffee - Jonathan Morris
AdultsFoodHistoryHumanCulture... Trace the history of coffee, from its first known origins to its rise in popularity due to trade routes and cultivation.
Inside the Illegal Ape Trade | Trafficked: Underworlds with Mariana van Zeller
AdultsAnimalsLifeNatureCultureEnvironment... Mariana van Zeller follows the ruthless and heartbreaking business of the illegal trade of wild apes. But amidst the darkness, she encounters a beacon of hope – Congolese activists fighting tirelessly to protect these apes from vanishing forever.
Why is rice so popular? - Carolyn Beans
AdultsFoodWorldCultureHistoryEconomy... Dig into how rice became a staple in the world’s diet, and the surprising consequences of its traditional production practices.
Experiencing the Rich History and Food of Canada's Season of Bounty
AdultsFilmFoodMediaTravelCultureHistory... Nat Geo Photographer Matthieu Paley heads to the Maritime Provinces and Quebec in Canada during the season of bounty to connect with the land and rich history through people and food.
New UFO "Evidence" vs. SCIENCE
AdultsCultureMediaPoliticsScienceSpace... Are we alone? Have aliens visited Earth? An age-old question that has been reignited by recent
declassified UFO/UAP footage and intriguing ‘whistleblower’ congressional hearings.
The dark history of werewolves - Craig Thomson
AdultsHistoryWritingCultureMythology... Explore how werewolves have evolved in folklore, literature, and pop culture throughout history, and where these stories originated.
Why Do People Hate Koalas?
AdultsAnimalsLifeNatureCulture... On the Internet, koalas get an unnecessary amount of hate, so let's debunk some of the most pervasive koala myths!
The Power of an Image – and the Mind behind It | Misan Harriman | TED
AdultsEducationHistoryHumanArtCultureMental Health... As a neurodivergent child going to school far from home, Misan Harriman found solace in the internet -- "an endless library of the extraordinary," as he calls it.
What was life like for a court jester? - Beatrice K. Otto
AdultsHistoryHumanPoliticsCultureEntertainment... Contrary to common belief, jesters weren’t just a medieval European phenomenon but flourished in other times and cultures. The first reliably recorded jester is thought to be You Shi, of 7th century BCE China. Jesters had unique relationships to power: they could be viewed as objects of mockery or as entertainers and trusted companions. Beatrice K. Otto digs into history's most infamous jokers.
Who is the fastest creature in mythology?
AdultsCultureHistoryWritingMythology... Witness the clash of mythology’s speediest supernaturals in an epic race and find out which creature is the fastest.
Kung Fu, Star Trek and the Many Paths to Spirituality | Rainn Wilson
AdultsCultureEducationMediaSpirituality... Do you feel overwhelmed by the complex issues facing our world, not to mention your own personal problems? Spirituality is the key to staying grounded and hopeful -- even for skeptics, says actor and author Rainn Wilson.
Sneaker Expert Jeff Staple Answers Sneaker Questions From Twitter
AdultsCultureIndustryMediaFashion... Renowned sneaker expert and designer Jeff Staple answers your sneaker-centric questions from Twitter. Why do Air Jordans remain so enduringly popular?
Why do some artists become famous?
AdultsArtHistoryHumanCulture... Success in the art world can mean different things to different artists. While some artists work solely for the pleasure of producing art, others seek external recognition, such as being shown in prestigious galleries or museums, and selling their craft. The latter — profitability, recognition, demand — is how success is traditionally defined in the field.
Halle Bailey Sits Down with Nat Geo Explorer Aliyah Griffith | National Geographic
AdultsMediaNatureTechnologyScienceCulture... Executive Editor Debra Adams Simmons sits down with Halle Bailey, “Ariel” in Disney’s new movie The Little Mermaid, and Aliyah Griffith, Marine Scientist, National Geographic Explorer, and Founder of Mahogany Mermaids.