Why doesn’t the Leaning Tower of Pisa fall over?
Adults History
Dig into the 800 year history and architecture of the Leaning Tower of Pisa and find out what gives the tower its infamous tilt.
The history of the world according to corn
Adults History
Trace the 9,000 year old history of the domestication of corn, or maize, and its effects on global agriculture.
The Ancient City of Sela | Lost Cities With Albert Lin
Adults History
Albert Lin is in the ancient city of Sela, Jordan looking for clues that the Nabateans once inhabited this area.
What Happens After You're Released From Prison?
Adults History
Getting out of prison for some people can bring about a long list of complications. Would society treat you the same? What really happens once you're released from prison?
Are the illuminati real?
Adults History
The year was 1776. In Bavaria, new ideals of rationalism, religious freedom and universal human rights competed with the Catholic church’s heavy influence over public affairs.
How to Colonize The Outer Worlds | Because Space
Adults History
In The Outer Worlds humanity has built colonies on the farthest reaches of the galaxy. But what truly stands in the way of humanity making our place in the stars?
What causes an economic recession?
Adults History
How can factors like inflation, supply and demand, and interest rates trigger recessions? Learn the economic basics of modern markets.
Crossing US border
Adults History
Some people have risked their lives trying to cross the American-Mexican border, but what are some of the craziest ways people have attempted to get past border patrol?
Peatlands Critical In Climate Change Fight | National Geographic
Adults History
Peatlands lock in more carbon than forests—and a new mapping effort suggests that the Democratic Republic of Congo’s might be the world’s largest.
The first and last king of Haiti - Marlene Daut
Adults History
Dive into the life of Henry Christophe, a former slave and leader in the Haitian Revolution and the only king of Haiti.
Australia's Most Notorious Outlaw
Adults History
The John Dillinger of the Australian outback, Ned Kelly, was wanted dead or alive with a large bounty placed on his head to attract desperate killers, but they weren't prepared to find Kelly and his gang rigged out in Iron Man outfits!
A day in the life of an ancient Celtic Druid
Adults History
Join the Celtic druid Camma in her village as she conducts religious rites, serves as a healer, and mediates conflict between tribes.
What makes neon signs glow?
Adults History
In this 360° animation, explore the vibrant world of neon signs and learn the science of what makes them glow.
A brief history of chess - Alex Gendler
Adults History
Trace the storied history of the game of chess, from its origins in 7th century India to the computer software we use today.
Does Planet 9 Exist?
Adults History
A planet has been predicted to orbit the sun with a period of 10,000 years, a mass 5x that of Earth on a highly elliptical and inclined orbit.
Science Experiments That Went Horribly Wrong
Adults History
Some of the worst experiments have been conducted in the name of science. In today's educational cartoon we are looking into the worst accidents to happen during an experiment.
Shark Tagged From Submarine For First Time In History | National Geographic
Adults History
For the past year, a research team has developed a new strategy to study the near threatened bluntnose sixgill shark in deep waters.
The secret student resistance to Hitler - Iseult Gillespie
Adults History
Learn the story of the WWII student resistance group, called the White Rose, fighting against Hitler in Nazi Germany.
The dust bunnies that built our planet
Adults History
Investigate the theories surrounding cosmic dust bunnies and discover how the tiny particles could hold the key to the formation of life on Earth.
The mysterious origins of life on Earth
Adults History
Where on Earth did life begin? Explore the hydrothermal vents in Earth’s crust as simple compounds gave way to complex life.
Our Best View Of Bacteria Is...From Space?!
Adults History
Observing the effects of microbes using satellites can give us all sorts of useful information about life on Earth ... and other planets too.