Explore the beautiful traditions of the Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, a special time in Mexico to remember and honor loved ones who have passed away. Learn how families build colorful altars, decorate with marigolds, and share...

Ever wonder where chocolate comes from? Take a tasty journey through time to discover the history of chocolate! It all began thousands of years ago with the ancient Maya and Aztec people, who made a special drink from cacao beans. Later,...

Let’s travel to the ancient city of Tulum, on the coast of Mexico! Long ago, the Maya people built this city on a cliff overlooking the sea. In this episode, we’ll explore Tulum’s stone walls, pyramids, and watchtowers, and learn how it...

Discover the world of cowboys in this fun and informative video. Learn about the history of cowboys, what life was like on the open range, and how they helped shape the American West. We'll explore cowboy culture, rodeos, cattle drives,...

Travel back in time to discover the history of Cancun, Mexico! Long before it became a popular beach destination, this area was home to the ancient Maya civilization. In this episode, we’ll learn about the Maya people, their amazing...

Step into the heart of the ancient Maya world at Chichen Itza—one of the most iconic archaeological sites in the Americas. In this video, we explore the history, mystery, and incredible engineering behind the Temple of Kukulcán, the ball...

Discover the red kneed tarantula, known for its vibrant colors and the challenges it faces in the wild.

Hurricane Helene in 2024 was a storm with tremendous impact on the southeastern United States, not just to the environment but to people, to communities, and to life, far inland after landfall. Over 200 people were killed, not so much...

Explore the Capilla del Rosario in Puebla, Mexico, a masterpiece of Mexican Baroque architecture and devotion.

An explorer is someone who travels to places they have not been to before, to learn about them. In this video, meet the explorers who came to the place we now call the United States.

In the 1800s, as the United States expanded, thousands travelled well-worn trails on foot and horseback in search of land and opportunity, often at the expense of Indigenous Peoples.

In 1823, President James Monroe redefined U.S. foreign policy with a three-paragraph addition to his State of the Union address. The Monroe Doctrine ultimately led to a new era of U.S. imperialism.

The Mexican-American War saw the U.S. and Mexico fight over Texas between 1846 and 1848, leading to significant territorial changes and setting the stage for future conflicts.

The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848 transferred 55% of Mexican territory to the U.S., and ignited a fierce debate over slavery in these new lands.

Since its birth, the United States has acquired new territories through purchase, conflict and annexation. New territories ensured the country’s growth, but often at the expense of Indigenous peoples.

In 1853, the United States paid Mexico $10 million for less than 30,000 square miles of land, facilitating the completion of a Southern transcontinental railroad and decades of economic growth.

The Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 gave the federal government new powers to capture and return escaped enslaved people, but its failures intensified divisions between Northern and Southern states.

The Texas Revolution of 1835-36 saw American settlers rise up against the Mexican government to achieve their independence. The Republic of Texas stood as an independent nation for almost a decade.

Aztec Emperors Family Tree

Exploring Mexico City, Mexico:Our journey concludes in the historic streets of Mexico City, where we'll embark on a quest to uncover the remnants of ancient civilizations, including the Aztec Empire. Explore the fascinating ruins and...

TEOTIHUACAN FROM ITS FOUNDATION IN THE SECOND CENTURY B.C. TO THE PRESENT DAY, TEOTIHUACAN IN MEXICO HAS OCCUPIED A POWERFUL YET MYSTERIOUS PLACE IN THE CONSCIOUSNESS OF CENTRAL AND SOUTH AMERICANS. SITUATED IN THE HIGHLANDS OF CENTRAL...

The first of the three part documentary about the famous Apache leader Geronimo. Today remembered as a Native American icon and a legendary warrior, originally named Goyahkla, Geronimo was born in present day Arizona near todays Mexican...

Yucatan, Mexico:"We head to Yucatan, the land where the ancient Mayans flourished to visit its majestic pyramids and discover this ancient civilization."

California is a huge state! With almost 40 million people, it's currently larger than the other 10 western states combined. This is due to a wide range of reasons that date all the way back to when California was a remote colony of the...