Wonderscape
History Kids: World War II
This video provides a comprehensive overview of the causes and events of World War Two, highlighting the rise of fascist regimes, the atrocities committed by the Nazis, and the eventual Allied victory. It emphasizes the importance of...
The March of Time
Genoa port coal unloaded
MOT 1948: GENOA ITALY: HA XWS Port city of Genoa w/ docks FG mountains BG. Busy port of Genoa w/ Lanterna (the lighthouse) on high rock BG. Coal being crane dumped into containers. workers carrying coal baskets unloading into railroad...
Curated Video
I WONDER - Who Was Florence Nightingale?
This video is answering the question of who was Florence Nightingale.
Professor Dave Explains
The History of Olive Oil Part 1: From the Ancients to Today
We all love olive oil! It's great for cooking, it's great for snacking, especially with fresh bread, it's just the best. Where did it come from? Most people know that it is quite ancient, but where did it come from precisely, and what...
Curated Video
Empress Matilda part 4: The Young Queen Copes with Loss
Matilda began settling into her role as a ruler in Italy during her husband's absence. But she soon had to deal with the deaths of her mother, younger brother, husband, and the loss of her role as Queen of Germany. Because she never had...
Curated Video
Empress Matilda part 3: "Coronation" of Holy Roman Empress
Though Matilda and Heinrich received warm welcomes from some as they worked to gain control of Italy, not all, including Pope Pascat II in Rome, were quite as happy. This led to Matilda being crowned as Holy Roman Empress in symbol only.
The March of Time
Foog, drinks, gas available
MOT 1940: VATICAN CITY SUPPLIES: INT Post Office w/ people sorting mail affixing seal. VS INT Food shops people buying bread CU tins of biscotti people at food counter. EXT Bar. INT Bar men standing drinking. Car pulling up to gas pumps.
Curated Video
I WONDER - What Does The Word Italy Mean?
This video is answering the question of what does the word Italy mean.
Economics Explained
Could The Whole World Use Just One Currency? part 2: Frictions
Could The Whole World Use Just One Currency? part 2/4: This video discusses the history and problems of bartering and the importance of financial innovation in facilitating trade and increasing prosperity. The video also touches on the...
Curated Video
The Arnolfini Portrait by Jan Van Eyck: Great Art Explained
The Arnolfini Portrait by Jan Van Eyck has baffled art historians ever since it was painted in 1434. It has been dissected and analysed, maybe more than any other painting in history, and in the process, become even more mysterious....
Curated Video
Italy, Pompeii - Marina gate
Researchers believe that the town was founded in the 7th or 6th century BC by the Osci or Oscans. It came under the domination of Rome in the 4th century BC, and was conquered and became a Roman colony in 80 BC after it joined an...
Bill Carmody
Creating Impactful Travel Reports
This video emphasizes the importance of creating travel reports that allow readers to feel like they were actually there. He highlights the significance of understanding and documenting the local culture, unique experiences, and insights...
Healthcare Triage
Making Drugs Cheaper Without Stifling Innovation -- Euro Style
Can we keep drug prices low without hurting innovation? Well, drugs are a lot cheaper in Europe than in the US, and there's still plenty of innovation over there. So what's going on? It's called reference pricing, and it's pretty much...
Bedtime History
Galileo Galilei, the Father of Science
Galileo Galilei is known as the “father of modern science.” Fascinated by gravity, motion, and the movement of heavenly bodies, Galileo’s work influences how we understand our own world and the solar system. His contributions include...
Curated Video
I WONDER - When Was Pasta Invented?
This video is answering the question of when was pasta invented.
OverSimplified
The War of the Bucket
The War of the Bucket - A war in Medieval Italy that started over the theft of a bucket...or did it?
TLDR News
Are the Tories to Blame for the Cost of Living Crisis?
While inflation and energy prices have been a global issue, the UK seems particularly badly affected by the cost of living crisis. So why is this? Is it simply bad luck on the UK's part? Or are successive Conservative governments to...
Professor Dave Explains
Italian Vocabulary: Gelato Just Means Ice Cream!
What is Italian ice cream like?
The March of Time
Ambassador Alberto Tarchiani
MOT 1948: WASHINGTON D.C.: EXT Italian Embassy. Etched building sign 'Cancelleria' (papal chancery). Italian Ambassador to United States Alberto Tarchiani (1885-1964) sitting in office talking to two men. SOT saying Italy struggling for...
The March of Time
Partisans militia British officer
MOT 1944: ITALY: PARTISANS: WS Italian partisan military men at attention British officers (L). VS Italian soldiers w/ weapons helmet standing at attention. VS British officer inspecting soldiers saluting. WWII militia
Jabzy
Italian Wars - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Italian Wars
Professor Dave Explains
Parmigiano Reggiano: The King of Cheeses
Do you like a little parmesan cheese on your pasta? Yes, it's true that the stuff from the plastic green container from the supermarket is pretty good, but it's nothing compared to Parmigiano Reggiano, the artisanal product of the Emilia...
Curated Video
Pyramid Shape Composition of the Mona Lisa
Mona Lisa's stature and expression seem normal today, but were rather groundbreaking at the time. Portraits of Italian women usually depicted them in profile or looking down. Never looking at the audience as da Vinci does with Mona Lisa....
TLDR News
Britain's Economy is Falling Behind the G7... why? - TLDR News
Britain is struggling a bit at the moment. Politics is a mess, public confidence is falling and despite claims from Number 10 the UK economy is far from world beating. So in this video we'll explain what's going on with the UK economy...