TED Talks
TED: The sustainable brilliance of Indigenous design | Manu Peni
When human rights advocate Manu Peni returned to Papua New Guinea from abroad, he built a home for himself using modern techniques -- and promptly learned a harsh lesson on how the newest ideas aren't always the best ideas. Peni calls...
TED Talks
TED: Lasting conservation, led by Indigenous heritage | Adjany Costa
Conservation champion and TED Fellow Adjany Costa is on a mission to empower Indigenous communities. Instead of imposing pre-designed policy and plans on local people, she says, conservation efforts should center those who know the land...
TED Talks
TED: The architectural mastermind behind modern Singapore | Liu Thai Ker
Cities designed like families can last for generations. Skeptical? Look to master architect Liu Thai Ker, who transformed Singapore into a modern marvel with his unique approach to sustainable urban design. Liu shares creative wisdom and...
TED Talks
Sheikha Al Mayassa: Globalizing the local, localizing the global
Sheikha Al Mayassa, a patron of artists, storytellers and filmmakers in Qatar, talks about how art and culture create a country's identity -- and allow every country to share its unique identity with the wider world. As she says: "We...
Crash Course
Racial/Ethnic Prejudice & Discrimination: Crash Course Sociology
What’s the difference between race and ethnicity? Today we’ll look at how definitions of races and ethnicities have changed over time and across places. We also discuss the terms minority and minority-majority and how races are defined...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Blenheim Palace
BLENHEIM PALACE BLENHEIM PALACE, NEAR OXFORD, IS SITED ON OVER TWO THOUSAND ACRES OF STATELY GARDENS. FOR NEARLY 300 YEARS IT HAS BEEN ONE OF BRITAIN S GRANDEST HOMES. BUT WITH THE COSTS OF MAINTAINANCE RUNNING INTO MILLIONS OF POUNDS A...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Parthenon
PARTHENON THE PARTHENON INATHENS IS ONE OF THE BEST-KNOWN LANDMARKS IN THE WORLD TOWERING OVER CENTRAL ATHENS ON ACROPOLIS HILL IT IS KNOWN TO BE ONE OF, IF NOT THE ACTUAL, BIRTH PLACE OF DEMOCRACY. BUILT AT THE HEIGHT OF GREEK...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Bauhaus Israel
BAUHAUS ISRAEL SINCE THE EARLY 1920 S THE NAME BAUHAUS HAS BEEN ASSOCIATED WITH THE AVANTE GARDE. THE BAUHAUS ARCHITECTS HAVE GONE DOWN IN HISTORY AS A GERMAN ART MOVEMENT THAT INFLUENCED THE WORLD BUT IT MAY SURPRISE MANY THAT THE BEST...
Wonderscape
Lascaux: Discovering the Ancient Cave of Wonders
Explore the remarkable cave paintings of Lascaux, discovered by four teenage boys in 1940. These 20,000-year-old Paleolithic artworks reveal the artistic skill of early humans and offer a glimpse into their lives and beliefs. Learn about...
Great Big Story
The melody of cowboys, hawaii's paniolo tradition
Dive into the rich cowboy culture of Hawaii with Leabert Lindsey, a Paniolo preserving the art of slack-key music.
Curated Video
The Oldest Aqueduct in the World
In Britain there is over 2000 miles of Aqueduct canals running around the country and they became the transport option of the day two centuries ago. Today more than 10 million visitors use the canals for leisure and holidays.
Curated Video
Coming to America
Dr. Forrester describes how immigrants from all over the world came to America to make up what is now a melting pot of American people. She describes why many of the immigrants came and what they found when they immigrated to the New World.
Great Big Story
Journey Through the Capitals of Swords_ Scents and MORE _ A New Series_ Coming Soon
Explore the cities preserving humanity's greatest traditions and craftsmanship. Join us on a cultural odyssey.
Great Big Story
This German Castle Has Been One Family’s Home for 850 Years
Journey through the heart of Germany and discover the unparalleled beauty and rich history of Eltz Castle. Privately owned by the Eltz family since 1157, this medieval masterpiece stands as a testament to resilience and enduring legacy....
Great Big Story
Roaring With the Lion Dancers of New York’s Chinatown
Embark on a cultural journey to Chinatown, where lion dancing, a tradition dating back to the Tang dynasty in China, is kept alive by passionate individuals like our storyteller. In this Great Big Story inspired by Genesis, discover the...
One Minute History
193 - Monarchy - One Minute History
A monarchy is a form of government where a monarch, such as a king or queen, functions as the head of state. (~3273 BCE) Narmer became the first Pharaoh, or king, of Egypt after unifying upper and lower Egypt; establishing the First...
Great Big Story
The Melody of Cowboys, Hawaii's Paniolo Tradition
Dive into the rich cowboy culture of Hawaii with Leabert Lindsey, a Paniolo preserving the art of slack-key music.
Curated Video
Historical Tour of Bratislava's Old Town, Slovakia
Embark on a captivating historical tour of Bratislava's Old Town in Slovakia. Discover the rich heritage, cultural landmarks, and architectural gems that define this charming European city. Immerse yourself in the captivating stories and...
Curated Video
Vincent Van Gogh - The Art & the Artist
See Post-Impressionist Vincent Van Gogh brought to Life in this cutting-edge animation, as you go on a journey alongside both the Art and the Artist. This animation not only features an array of Van Gogh’s masterpieces but delves into...
Curated Video
The Blowouts
In 1968, thousands of Latino students walked out of school in Los Angeles to protest against racial inequality in the classroom. Their collective action, known as the Blowouts, was a defining moment of the Chicano Movement.
Curated Video
Gwendolyn Brooks
The first African-American woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry, Gwendolyn Brooks wrote about the hardship and struggles of ordinary people.
PBS
What is Ethnicity?
What's the difference between race and ethnicity? Can a person have more than one ethnic identity? Today Danielle explores the history and evolution of different ethnicities that make up America.
PBS
The Problem with Museums
Are museum collections ethical? How did these institutions end up with their vast array of artifacts and remains from every corner of the globe? Well, chances are there was some definite shadiness involved. Today, Danielle examines this...