Weatherthings
Hurricane Harvey - The Meteorology, and the Impact on Society
Hurricane Harvey rapidly strengthened in the Gulf of Mexico in 2017, before making landfall in Texas, as one the strongest hurricanes there in over 50 years. The high wind quickly faded after landfall, but the rain continued as the storm...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Jim Carl - Freedom of Choice Vouchers in American Education
Before he was appointed Dean of the Farrington College of Education, Carl served on the faculty of education at John Carroll University in University Heights, Ohio and as chair of the Department of Curriculum and Foundations at Cleveland...
Mr. Beat
Worst 10 American Governors
Here are the 10 worst governors in American history, according to Mr. Beat.
Cerebellum
America: Growth Of A New Nation 1798-1814 - The Louisiana Purchase
American democracy has a lineage of written records that we can trace to show the development of our nation, and how each document builds on those before it to make our foundation of freedom stronger. In this episode the Louisiana...
Brave Wilderness
The Louisiana Dragon Pit
On this episode of Dragon Tails, Coyote and the crew head South to Minden, Louisiana in search of America's largest Mud Dragon, the Alligator Snapping Turtle! Their first stop is at the home of the Louisiana Turtleman Adam Remedies,...
Weatherthings
Hurricane Laura and Hurricane Delta
Louisiana was struck by two hurricanes within six weeks in 2020. Hurricane Laura was a powerful Category 4. Hurricane Delta was a Category 2. The two hurricanes made landfall in almost the same location. Combined, they took dozens of...
Curated Video
Discover the Vibrant Culture of New Orleans
Join us as we explore the vibrant city of New Orleans, Louisiana. Known for its rich cultural heritage and lively atmosphere, New Orleans is a melting pot of diverse cultures, including French-speaking Cajuns, Creoles, Italians, Irish,...
The March of Time
1953: NEW ORLEANS: PORT: WS Cargo ships, VS Ship names, Swedish 'Uddeholm Goteborg', 'Inhambane' Portugal , Norwegian 'Thalatta Tonsberg', 'Farmsun Amsterdam', 'Anapoy' on stern TU Greek flag, 'Emsriff Hamburg', 'Nichirei Maru'.
MOT 1953: NEW ORLEANS: PORT: WS Cargo ships, VS Ship names, Swedish 'Uddeholm Goteborg', 'Inhambane' Portugal , Norwegian 'Thalatta Tonsberg', 'Farmsun Amsterdam', 'Anapoy' on stern TU Greek flag, 'Emsriff Hamburg', 'Nichirei Maru'.
Brave Wilderness
Lair of the Alligator Snapping Turtle
On this episode of Dragon Tails, Coyote and the crew are back in Minden, Louisiana in search of America’s largest Mud Dragon, the Alligator Snapping Turtle! After meeting up with local turtleman, Adam Remedies, the crew sets off into the...
Weatherthings
Hurricane Katrina: The Meteorology
Hurricane Katrina was historic, not just for size and strength but for way it hit the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and southeastern Louisiana. It led to death, destruction, displacement, and suffering, particularly in New Orleans. See the...
The March of Time
Gerald L.K. Smith...
MOT 1936: SMITH: Gerald L.K. Smith (1898-1976) w/ photo of Huey Long talking to photograph 'one man one gun one bullet...' CU Smith signing at Warwick Hotel desk sitting at table in restaurant striking matches. CU Italian Fascist...
The March of Time
1952: NEW ORLEANS: FRENCH QUARTER: HA WS Neon 'Jimmy Moran's Food for Kings' (809 St. Louis Street) restaurant sign standing on top of flat roof building. Famous, fettuccine, historic neighborhood.
MOT 1952: NEW ORLEANS: FRENCH QUARTER: HA WS Neon 'Jimmy Moran's Food for Kings' (809 St. Louis Street) restaurant sign standing on top of flat roof building. Famous, fettuccine, historic neighborhood.
Mr. Beat
Plessy v. Ferguson (Story Time with Mr. Beat)
Here's the story of the famous Supreme Court case Plessy v. Ferguson.
Weatherthings
Termite Swarm on the Gulf Coast
An annual swarm of termites on the Gulf Coast of the United States.
NASA
NASA | In Katrina's Wake
Hurricane Katrina took the world by storm when it ravaged Louisiana and surrounding states in late August of 2005. Katrina's effects were far reaching, and researchers continue to uncover new areas of devastation left in her wake. Using...
The March of Time
1952: NEW ORLEANS: FRENCH QUARTER: TU WS 'Historical Old Absinthe House' sign w/ Bourbon St. on lamppost FG, MS Sign. VS 'Defaite de l'armee Anglaise' by engraver Philibert-Louis Debucourt (1815?) Battle of New Orleans in War of 1812.
MOT 1952: NEW ORLEANS: FRENCH QUARTER: TU WS 'Historical Old Absinthe House' sign w/ Bourbon St. on lamppost FG, MS Sign. VS 'Defaite de l'armee Anglaise' by engraver Philibert-Louis Debucourt (1815?) Battle of New Orleans in War of 1812.
IDG TECHtalk
How to simplify ggplot2 with ggeasy
See some easier-to-remember ways of customizing R data visualizations – plus the super-simple patchwork package to visualize multiple plots side by side.
Cerebellum
America: Growth Of A New Nation 1798-1814 - Declaration Of The War Of 1812
American democracy has a lineage of written records that we can trace to show the development of our nation, and how each document builds on those before it to make our foundation of freedom stronger. This episode looks into President...
Cerebellum
American Transformation And Industrialisation: 1868-1890 - The Compromise (1877)
American democracy has a lineage of written records that we can trace to show the development of our nation, and how each document builds on those before it to make our foundation of freedom stronger. In this video, documents conceived...
Curated Video
Fashionable Rebellion: Tignons: From Oppressive Attire to Creative Accoutrement
How free Black women in Spanish Louisiana turned an oppressive headscarf law into a celebration of individuality and culture.
Curated Video
Lewis and Clark: the Making of an Expedition
Lewis and Clark’s Corps of Discovery opened the American West up to expansion and settlement – but it all rested on the expert planning and preparation.
Curated Video
Sacagawea: Intrepid Indigenous Explorer
Native American interpreter Sacagawea was the only woman on Lewis and Clark’s expedition into the West. She played a vital role, but was subsequently forgotten.
Step Back History
What Was the Colfax Massacre?
I am going to try to avoid names, but right now in Europe and the US there is a lot of political violence that has become very racial. One of the presidential candidates in the 21st century is campaigning on as close to an openly racist...
AllTime 10s
10 Iconic American Things That Aren't Actually American
Next time you sit down for a hotdog at a football game, you might be surprised to know that what you're doing isn't nearly as red, white and blue as you think. So have a sit down and find out why all your favourite American things aren't...