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Primitive Technology: Rock-Throwing Catapult (Trebuchet)

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I built a trebuchet, a type of catapult that uses a counter weight to store gravitational potential energy which is then used to fire a projectile via a sling.

Why Weather Forecasts Suck

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There are two types of rain, and one of them is almost impossible to forecast.

The Deadliest Virus on Earth

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In the 1970s thousands of Chickenheads rained from the sky in Europe, making foxes and other wildlife confused and very happy. Why?

Why is Rain So Hard to Predict?

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There are two types of rain, and one of them is almost impossible to forecast.

The Man Who Killed Millions and Saved Billions

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Fritz Haber is the scientist who arguably most transformed the world. Part of this video is sponsored by Wren.

Bill Nye Breaks Down Webb Telescope Space Images | WIRED

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The James Webb Space Telescope has dazzled us with its first batch of images. WIRED got in touch with the one and only Bill Nye to break down some of these astonishing photos, explaining what we're really looking at.

The 4 things it takes to be an expert

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Which experts have real expertise?

The Nucleus

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Hank does his best to convince us that chemistry is not torture, but is instead the amazing and beautiful science of stuff.

Photosynthesis

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Hank explains the extremely complex series of reactions whereby plants feed themselves on sunlight, carbon dioxide and water, and also create some by products we're pretty fond of as well.

The 4 greatest threats to the survival of humanity

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Dig into the 4 biggest existential risks that threaten the survival of humanity, and explore how we can safeguard our future.

The Scientist Who Killed Millions and Saved Billions

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Fritz Haber is the scientist who arguably most transformed the world. Part of this video is sponsored by Wren.

Tagging Tiger Sharks | SharkFest | National Geographic

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To uncover the secret gathering of Maui tiger sharks, a team of scientists dive in and collect crucial data to help crack the case.

The Riddle That Seems Impossible Even If You Know The Answer

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The 100 Prisoners Riddle feels completely impossible even once you know the answer. This video is sponsored by Brilliant.

Paleontologist Answers Dinosaur Questions From Twitter

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Paleontologist Dr. Hans Sues answers the internet's burning questions about dinosaurs. Why did T-Rex have such tiny arms?

Why can parrots talk? - Grace Smith-Vidaurre and Tim Wright

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Explore the specialized anatomy that allows parrots to talk, scream, curse, and recite facts like humans.

The Actual Reason Men Die First

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Because females often outlive males, behavior is often blamed - but there is a decent chance our sex chromosomes might be to blame instead.

Biologist Answers More Biology Questions From Twitter | Tech Support | WIRED

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Biologist Thor Hanson is back to answer even more of the internet's burning questions about biology.

How Sommeliers Can Taste Which Year Wine is From

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How to Taste Wine Like a Sommelier

Do Other Diseases Have "Long" Versions?

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This video was made in partnership with Bill Gates. COVID isn’t the only virus to cause long-lasting symptoms. Other viruses - including the flu - can have similar enduring effects on our tissues and immune systems.

The Absurd Search For Dark Matter

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Astronomers think there should be 5 times as much dark matter as ordinary matter – a shadow universe that makes up most of the mass in the universe.

How Trash Goes From Garbage Cans to Landfills (Every Step Explained) | WIRED

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Every day New York City picks up 12,000 tons of refuse and recycling. How does all this trash go from the garbage can to its final destination? Former New York City Sanitation Commissioner Ed Grayson is here to explain.