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.
The History Of Occa
YouthAnimalsHistory Join Mel and Occa the Sulphur-crested cockatoo on a stroll around the zoo and learn about all his amazing history.
Ancient Life as Old as the Universe
AdultsEducationNatureScienceEvolutionHistory Life has existed on one planet for about 4 billion years, for all we know. But it might have started right after the Big Bang, when the universe was much stranger and more fantastic than today.
How a young Bill Clinton made waves during his presidential campaign | Rewind the '90s
AdultsHistoryPoliticsWorldMedia New to the scene, here's how "Clinton's War Room" revolutionized media management in politics.
Egypt and Other African Civilizations Review Rap
YouthHistoryWorldCulture Recap your knowledge of Egypt, Nubia, Ghana, Mali, Zimbabwe, and Axum.
The Man Who Killed Millions and Saved Billions (Clean Version)
AdultsHistoryHumanLifeScience A huge thanks to Dan Charles for writing a fantastic biography of Fritz Haber, for taking the time to talk to us about it, and providing valuable feedback.
How Do We Keep Life's Jenga Tower From Toppling?
AdultsHistoryHumanLifeScienceEnvironment Some scientists believe we are in the middle of Earth’s sixth mass extinction: a big, precarious game of Jenga that involves every ecosystem on the planet.
Titan Implosion Explained with a Soda Can
AdultsEducationMediaScienceHistoryTechnology On June 18th, 2023, OceanGate’s Titan submersible imploded near the wreck of the Titanic. Why? This simple experiment that you can do at home demonstrates the terrifying power of the ocean that ultimately ended Titan’s expedition.
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.
North American Indigenous Games
YouthCultureHistorySportsSociety The 10th edition of the North American Indigenous Games is a celebration and exchange of the various cultures the athletes come from.
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.
In The Future, Death Will Be Different
AdultsHealthHistoryHumanFutureScience In the future, humans will likely die of a very different suite of causes than we do now, thanks to advances in healthcare, an aging population, and changes in the environment.
Japan's 2011 Tsunami
YouthHistoryNatureNatural Disasters The March 11 earthquake and tsunami left more than 28,000 dead or missing. See incredible footage of the tsunami swamping cities and turning buildings into rubble.
Meet The Artist: Abbas Zahedi
KidsArtHistoryCulture Meet Abbas Zahedi and find out all about his journey to becoming an artist.
Life in Alaska: Keeping an eye out for salmon and bears | Alaska: The Next Generation
AdultsHistoryHumanLifeAnimalsNatureEnvironment Joel Jacko checks the waterways filled with spawned salmon that are attracting an abundance of nearby animals and predators.
Explore Ancient Worlds Through Art: Elgin Throne
YouthArtHistoryCulture The Elgin Throne is an ancient Greek artifact from the 3rd century BCE that’s full of symbolism and ancient myths.