Bedtime History
The War Between Athens and Sparta
The roots of today’s global society reach back over 2,500 years, to Athens and Sparta, two powerful city-states of ancient Greece. The two states, though geographically close, differed greatly in their societal structure and values....
AllTime 10s
10 Christmas Traditions With Shocking Origins
When you think of Christmas you tend to think of family together and presents under the tree. You maybe don't think of horrifying creatures and human sacrifice.
Weird History
What It Was Like to Be Egyptian Royalty
What was everyday life like for Egyptian royals? In a word: busy. Though they lived in the lap of luxury and enjoyed a standard of living that most other ancient Egyptians didn't, Egyptian royalty generally didn't have much downtime.
Encyclopaedia Britannica
Did you Know? Greek Mythology
Learn more about the mythology, legends, and folktales of ancient Greece.
Weird History
Discovery of the Aztec Emperor's Tomb
The Templo Mayor excavation in present-day Mexico City has unearthed an exciting site; in March 2019, archaeologists found a cache of sacrifices and offerings that may indicate the burial of royalty. The trove was discovered near the...
After Skool
THOTH's PROPHECY read from the Hermetic Texts by Graham Hancock
Graham Hancock is a British author who specializes in theories involving ancient civilizations, Earth changes, stone monuments or megaliths, altered states of consciousness, ancient myths, and astronomical or astrological data from the...
60 Second Histories
Maya sport - the ball court
A Maya warrior describes the game of ulama, the Ancient Maya sport played in a ball court.
Jabzy
Homosexual Samurai - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Homosexual Samurai
Professor Dave Explains
Saturn: Best Rings in the Solar System
I think that nine out of ten people, if you ask them to picture a planet in their minds, will picture Saturn. Why? It's those rings! They are irresistible. Rings are to planets as peanut butter is to chocolate. The perfect complement....
60 Second Histories
Ancient Greek gods
A priestess describes the Olympians; the Ancient Greek gods like Zeus, Apollo, Artemis and Poseidon.
5 Minutes English
Hinduism | 5 MINUTES
Hinduism is the world’s oldest religion, dating back over 4,000 years: Its early origins are ambiguous: with no single founder or definite starting point –in fact, many Hindus believe the religion is eternal, as old as time itself.
Professor Dave Explains
Early Pharmacopeia: Medical Practices in Ancient Civilizations
If we are going to tell the story of medicine, we had better start at the beginning, which means we need to go all the way back to the start of recorded history. Every since we've been writing things down, we've been documenting our...
Weird History
What Life Was Like as a Mayan
You may have scrolled past one of their haunting, crumbling pyramids in the background of your well-traveled friend's Instagram posts. But chances are, you have no idea what everyday life was really like for the ancient Mayans.
60 Second Histories
Egyptian gods - part 1
An Egyptian priestess describes some of the Egyptian gods and what they represented; covering Ra, Geb, Nut and Shu
Mythology & Fiction Explained
The Worst Punishments of Greek Mythology - Mortal Edition (Greek Mythology Explained)
Mythology & Fiction Explained explores the most shocking punishments dished out by the gods & godesses of Greek mythology
60 Second Histories
Anglo Saxon gods
This video covers some of the Anglo Saxon gods that were worshipped before Christianity arrived and the way their names are still used today.
60 Second Histories
Canopic jars
An Egyptian high priest describes the organs that are retained from the body during the mummification process, and explains how they are stored in canopic jars.
Boulder Creek International
Celebrate St. Patrick: Performance of "Come by the Hills" at St. Patrick's Cathedral
Celebrate St. Patrick part 12/21: The choir The Clare Chorale perform Come by the Hills, which has lyrics written by Scottish playwright Gordan Smith to the tune of the traditional Irish song, Buachaill o'n Éirne Mé.
Curated Video
Study reveals cricket played in dangerously hot, humid environments
Study reveals cricket played in dangerously hot, humid environments. 50% of IPL 205 games in extreme heat. Climate change is becoming a threat to cricket.
Curated Video
Tears of the gods for sale
The most valuable earrings to ever be put up for auction have gone on display. They are called Apollo and Artemis – because if you are looking for top dollar when selling very special diamonds you have to give them catchy names. Apollo...
Curated Video
Hong Kong's 'Sky Full of Gods'
Locals call it "The Sky Full of Gods". We met the man guarding 8,000 religious statues in Hong Kong.
Curated Video
Anupam Kher calls Rajinikanth, 'God's gift to mankind'; video goes viral
Actor Anupam Kher lauded superstar Rajinikanth in a recent video. Both actors were present at PM Modi's swearing-in ceremony in Delhi on June 9. Anupam Kher shared a video featuring himself with 'Thalaivar' expressing deep admiration,...
Curated Video
Summer blockbusters are supposed to be back, but so far it's a season of flops
This year is supposed mark the post-COVID return of the summer blockbuster at the movies, but many big titles with inflated budgets have underperformed. Experts speculate this could change what Hollywood produces in the future.
Curated Video
Cast & Creator of Disney+ Action-Comedy 'American Born Chinese' on What the Series Brings
Disney+ will premier a new action-comedy series called 'American Born Chinese' that debuts in May and is based on the novel by Gene Luen Yang. The series creator, Kevin Yu, along with actors Chin Han and Ben Wang joined Cheddar News to...