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Shakespeare's The Tempest: Act 1, Scene 1 Analysis
This video explores Act 1 of Shakespeare's "The Tempest," focusing on the dynamics of authority and rebellion. It delves into how the act sets up the play's central tensions, particularly the nature of authority and its various...
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Shakespeare's Othello: Act 3, Scene 4 Analysis
This video analyzes Act 3, Scene 4 of Othello, focusing on the symbolism of Desdemona's handkerchief and how it serves as a catalyst for Othello's growing jealousy and mistrust, reflecting broader themes of vision, proof, and cultural...
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Shakespeare's Othello: Act 3, Scene 3, Lines 1-220 Analysis
This video analyzes Act 3 of Othello, focusing on the recurring motifs of vision and perception. It explores how Iago manipulates Othello's view of the world and how subjective experiences shape their interpretations of reality.
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Shakespeare's Othello: Act 2, Scene 3 Analysis
This video analyzes Act 2, Scene 3 of Othello, focusing on Iago's manipulation of Cassio and Desdemona's reputations. It explores the ways characters construct and interpret reputations through dialogue and actions, and how Iago uses...
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Marriage, Male Friendship, and Desire in A Midsummer Night's Dream
This video discusses the assumptions about marriage and male friendships in early modern England, exploring how committed relationships between men could be seen as more important than marriages. It examines how Shakespeare's plays,...
Great Big Story
TC Wait, a life dedicated to sled dogs
Discover TC Wait's journey as a dog musher, rescuing and caring for sled dogs while exploring the wilderness.
Great Big Story
Ian Levy, transforming lives through rap therapy
Discover how Ian Levy uses hip-hop as therapy to help students at New Visions Charter High School express and heal.
Great Big Story
Building iconic movie cars, from Bat Car to Mach Five
Explore the craft of transforming junk into iconic movie cars like the Bat Car and Mach Five.
Great Big Story
François Clemmons, breaking barriers on children's TV
Discover the story of François Clemmons, who as Officer Clemmons, became a trailblazer for racial representation on children's TV.
Great Big Story
From shelter to sanctuary, transforming lives with Humble Design
Kristen Suhy shares her journey from shelter life to creating nurturing homes for others with Humble Design.
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UniverCity: A Model for Sustainable Living in Vancouver
UniverCity, a community built near Vancouver, Canada, integrates eco-friendly, affordable housing with nature, focusing on social and environmental sustainability. Designed to encourage walking and communal interactions, it features...
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Growing Green in the Desert: Sustainable Farming at Wolwedans
The Wolwedans eco lodge has found a way to grow organic vegetables in the desert. The initiative is spearheaded by Herunga, an enthusiastic gardener who found a deeper love for sustainability and ecology at Wolwedans. The garden produces...
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Meet President Kevin Baugh, ruler of the micronation Molossia
Discover Molossia, a unique micronation founded by Kevin Baugh, featuring its own currency, time zone, and space program.
Great Big Story
Breaking barriers, Dexter Mayfield's journey in dance and fashion
Discover Dexter Mayfield, the plus-size model and dancer defying stereotypes and championing body positivity.
The Guardian
Mental Health Advocacy and Action: Seni's Law
After Seni Lewis died from being restrained by 11 police officers at Bethlem Royal Hospital, his family worked tirelessly for justice and reform. In this video, Seni's mother sits down with the families of other people who died in police...
The Guardian
Death and Legacy of LGBTQ+ Activist, Sarah Hegazi
On June 14th, 2020, Sarah Hegazi, a LGBTQ+ rights activist from Egypt died by suicide. Hear from those who knew her and others inspired by her. Two months later, on August 4th, 2020, Beirut was rocked by one of the largest, non-nuclear...
The Guardian
Life After Kingsway House Shelter
As the Kingsway House shelter prepares to close to protect Lawrence's business interests, guests reflect on the positive impact the shelter had on their lives. We hear from some former guests who have taken on new responsibilities...
The Guardian
Keeping Community as Kingsway House Prepares to Close
With only two weeks left until the scheduled closure of the Kingsway House shelter, Lawrence is in discussions with the council to find solutions for the roughly 35 remaining guests. However, issues arise due to new arrivals and concerns...
The Guardian
Kingsway House: A Shelter's Struggle to Survive
Kingsway House, a shelter in Liverpool that has become a beacon of hope for the homeless and a rallying point for volunteers. While it has garnered support from the community, it has also attracted the scrutiny of authorities. The guests...
The Guardian
From Luxury Hotels to Homeless Shelter
Brian was down on his luck and sleeping rough in Liverpool. Lawrence was a successful hotelier and property developer. David was a self-proclaimed hippy in a dead-end job. Together they formed an unlikely alliance and created a homeless...
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Guarding Our Coastline
Mr. Griot chooses a branch of the military and walks through the steps of planning and researching the topic.
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Act It Out, Liven It Up: The Play
Mr. Griot explains the characteristics of a play and describes the parts necessary to create a play. He also shares an example of a play.
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Take Me Out to the Ball Game
Mr. Griot explains where to locate sources for research. He demonstrates taking notes, creating a graphic organizer, and writing a rough draft about baseball.