Curated Video
The Great Chicago Fire of 1871
Dr. Forrester tells the story of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, and the incredible rebuilding effort that returned Chicago to prominence as one of America’s largest and greatest cities.
Curated Video
Mother Jones and the American Labor Movement
Dr. Forrester tells the stories of Mother Jones and Samuel Gompers. She describes “The Haymarket Affair,” and talks about the accomplishments of our country’s labor movement.
Curated Video
Our Economic System
Dr. Forrester describes the manner with which the economy of the colonies was established and how our country’s economy grew. She talks about the growth of corporations, the rise of labor unions, and the importance of the banking system...
Curated Video
Julius Caesar 1.1 Historical Reference: Clothing Laws
This video explores how William Shakespeare, in his portrayal of ancient Rome in "Julius Caesar," incorporates 16th-century English customs and values, particularly in the domain of clothing and professional identity. Through Flavius's...
Wonderscape
Exploring Communism: Origins, Principles, and Global Impact
This video examines communism, focusing on its origins during the Industrial Revolution, criticisms of capitalism, and the ideas of Karl Marx. It outlines the rise of communism in Russia, the role of dictatorships in communist countries,...
Wonderscape
Life After Ellis Island: Immigrants' Journey in America
Discover what happened to immigrants after leaving Ellis Island. Learn about their challenges and contributions to American society, from settling the West to facing new laws and prejudices. Explore the evolution of immigration policies...
Curated Video
Virus outbreak in a model city: How important is social distancing?
In light of the current corona virus (COVID-19) pandemic, I created a little model to explore different measures to fight viruses. How effective are measures such as tests, quarantine, and social distancing?
Curated Video
WWII POW Camps on U.S. Soil
Between 1942 and 1946, the U.S. government constructed around 700 POW camps on U.S. soil, housing around 400,000 captured enemy soldiers. But what were the conditions like there?
PBS
Why Do We Have Hobbies?
Where did the concept of a hobby come from? And how did humans turn the things they do purely for fun into side hustles and competitions that actually pay the bills?
Curated Video
Industrialization
Industrialization investigates the effects that industrialization has on Earth and its inhabitants by analyzing the pros and cons of industrialization.
Curated Video
Labor Unions
The video Video Introduction “Labor Unions” explains how labor unions formed in the United States and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of labor unions.
Curated Video
Pollution in Your Community
“Pollution in Your Community” explores types of land, water, and air pollution.
Curated Video
Somme Tales
National Archives: Funded by the Friends of The National Archives, Somme Tales is a creative project that took place at the archives from 1-5 August 2016 in partnership with professional film-maker Nigel Kellaway. Applications were...
Organizational Communication Channel
Classical Management Theory
Looks at how the pressures of the industrial revolution led to a new approach to manage emerging factories. The video looks at three key theorists who captured the spirit of the era: Frederick Taylor, Henri Fayol, and Max Weber.
Cerebellum
Emergence Of Modern America: The Gilded Age - Urbanisation
Just the Facts: The Emergence of Modern America: The Gilded Age uses fascinating historical footage to explore six decades that shaped modern America. The series examines the Gilded Age in the late 19th century, the Progressive Era of...
Next Animation Studio
Satellite Vu project aims to become ‘Earth’s energy meter’ by detecting building heat from space
A group of heat-sensing satellites are about to be launched into Earth orbit, using unique infrared cameras that can measure heat emissions from any building on the planet.
Weatherthings
Water Smart: Water as a Natural Resource - Pollution
In Water as a Natural Resource we are introduced to words such as habitat, ecosystem, watershed and estuary. Not only do kids learn that water exists everywhere on Earth, but that it is vital for life in plants, animals, and all other...
KERA
The Last Baseball Glove Factory in America
In a small town in Texas, near cattle pastures and crop fields, is the Nokona baseball glove factory. The family-owned business is now the only baseball glove manufacturer left in the U.S. While Nokona gloves are not as well known as...
Jabzy
Industrial Spies and Traitors - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Industrial Spies and Traitors
Jabzy
Early Football - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Early Football
Curated Video
Why Green Means Go
Colors have certain cultural meanings and associations. Purple, for example, is often associated with royalty or magic. The color green is the universal symbol meaning "go." Throughout the world, drivers understand that a green light...
Next Animation Studio
How the Wuhan virus is impacting airlines and car manufacturers
As the Wuhan virus continues to spread at an alarming rate, it is starting to impact cruise ships, airlines and other international companies.
XKA Digital
Good supplier relationships will get you through tough times
As the founder and Managing Director of JoJo Maman Bebe, Laura has grown the company organically from its start-up in 1993 to become the UK's foremost niche multi-channel specialist in the pregnancy and baby market. Laura Tenison...
Next Animation Studio
El Salvador plans Bitcoin mines fueled by geothermal energy
After becoming the world’s first country to recognize bitcoin as legal tender Wednesday, El Salvador plans to build bitcoin mining factories that use geothermal energy from beneath its volcanoes.