The Weakness of Strength
AdultsPsychologySocietyRelationshipsSelfWhen people close to us annoy us, and we wonder why we allowed them into our lives, we should draw vital comfort from a theory known as The Weakness of Strength.
The Prisoner's Dilemma
AdultsRelationshipsSocietyPsychologyThe prisoner's dilemma is a canonical example of a game analyzed in game theory that shows why two purely "rational" individuals might not cooperate, even if it appears that it is in their best interests [citation needed] to do so.
How to Build a Trebuchet | MythBusters
AdultsConstructionGadgetsHow-toEngineeringWhat's the secret behind a perfect trebuchet? Adam tinkers with his mini medieval weapon to show us.
How to Open Wine in an Emergency with a Key
AdultsCreativityFoodHow-toHow to remove the cork from a wine bottle using a house key. Fun life hack if you haven't got a cork screw, or use it as a party trick. Works with synthetic corks but not real corks.
Can you solve the locker riddle? - Lisa Winer
AdultsCreativityMathFunYour rich, eccentric uncle just passed away, and you and your 99 nasty relatives have been invited to the reading of his will. He wanted to leave all of his money to you, but he knew that if he did, your relatives would pester you forever. Can you solve the riddle he left for you and get the inheritance? Lisa Winer shows how.
How stress affects your brain
AdultsHealthMental HealthScienceStress isn't always a bad thing; it can be handy for a burst of extra energy and focus, like when you're playing a competitive sport or have to speak in public. But when it's continuous, it actually begins to change your brain. Madhumita Murgia shows how chronic stress can affect brain size, its structure, and how it functions, right down to the level of your genes.
Real Spaghetti Carbonara | Antonio Carluccio
AdultsCreativityFoodCookingThe legendary Antonio Carluccio finally makes his debut on Food Tube! We are honoured to have this incredible chef, author, restauranteur and old friend of Gennaro Contaldo share with us - and you - his authentic Italian carbonara recipe. So simple. So tasty.
Why Anecdotes Trump Data
AdultsData SciencePsychologyEducationA story is worth a thousand data points.
The psychology of narcissism
AdultsPsychologySelfMental HealthNarcissism isn't just a personality type that shows up in advice columns; it's actually a set of traits classified and studied by psychologists. But what causes it? And can narcissists improve on their negative traits? W. Keith Campbell describes the psychology behind the elevated and sometimes detrimental self-involvement of narcissists.
Mind-Blowing Magic Magnets
AdultsPhysicsScienceTechnologyBrace yourselves for some exciting new technology - "Polymagnets"!
Liam - An Innovation Story
AdultsGlobal WarmingTechnologyTrue innovation means considering what happens to a product at every stage of its life cycle. Liam disassembles your iPhone when it's no longer functioning, so the materials inside can live on.
Cardboard Guitar Stratocaster Fender
AdultsCreativityMusicArtDesignCardboard Chaos is here and it's time to riff on a new idea! Rock out with your cardboard stock out!
Drone Parkour
AdultsFilmSportsTechnologyAdventureParkour video using the DJI Inspire 1 Pro drone around Brighton and Newhaven over the space of 2 days. It originally started out as a test project as the equipment is relatively new, but we were so happy with the shots, we compiled them together into a video for you guys.
Edible Cutlery
AdultsEnvironmentGlobal WarmingHealthFoodIndia is one of the world's largest consumers of disposable plastic cutlery, which has the makings of a huge health and environmental crisis written all over it.
How do solar panels work?
AdultsGlobal WarmingTechnologyScienceEnergyThe Earth intercepts a lot of solar power: 173,000 terawatts. That's 10,000 times more power than the planet's population uses. So is it possible that one day the world could be completely reliant on solar energy? Richard Komp examines how solar panels convert solar energy to electrical energy.
Slow Cooked Lamb Shanks | Jamie Oliver
AdultsCreativityFoodCookingThis slow and low one pot recipe guarantees perfect melt in the mouth lamb that will satisfy even the hungriest of diners. Tender shanks cooked in a thick, silky sauce and served with creamy mash and a fresh mint oil. This is such a tasty, comforting dish you'll be asked to make it again and again.
Fingerboarding in a Fancy Restaurant
AdultsCreativityFilmEntertainmentHumorThese Dudes Makes Fingerboarding Look Sick.