SciShow
Why Do People Riot?
Peaceful protests can help people have their voices heard, but sometimes a protest becomes a more aggressive riot. How does that happen?
TED Talks
TED: The urgency of intersectionality | Kimberle Crenshaw
Now more than ever, it's important to look boldly at the reality of race and gender bias -- and understand how the two can combine to create even more harm. Kimberle Crenshaw uses the term "intersectionality" to describe this phenomenon;...
SciShow
How DNA Analysis Led Police to the Golden State Killer
The Golden State Killer was finally caught last week after more than 40 years, but the science behind it wasn’t just your everyday DNA forensics.
TED Talks
How technology changes our sense of right and wrong | Juan Enriquez
What drives society's understanding of right and wrong? In this thought-provoking talk, futurist Juan Enriquez offers a historical outlook on what humanity once deemed acceptable -- from human sacrifice and public executions to slavery...
TED Talks
TED: How to be fearless in the face of authoritarianism | Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya
How do you stand up to authoritarianism? And what does it mean to be "fearless"? In this powerful talk, housewife-turned-politician Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya describes her unlikely bid to defeat Belarus's long-time autocratic leader in...
Crash Course
Algorithmic Bias and Fairness
Today, we're going to talk about five common types of algorithmic bias we should pay attention to: data that reflects existing biases, unbalanced classes in training data, data that doesn't capture the right value, data that is amplified...
Crash Course
Marsha P. Johnson and the Stonewall Rebellion: Crash Course Black American History #41
Today we’re learning about Marsha P. Johnson and the Stonewall rebellion. Serving as a pivotal moment in the modern Gay Rights Movement, Stonewall began on June 28th, 1969, and lasted six days in New York City’s Greenwich Village. And...
TED Talks
TED: Is life really that complex? | Hannah Fry
Can an algorithm forecast the site of the next riot? In this accessible talk, mathematician Hannah Fry shows how complex social behavior can be analyzed and perhaps predicted through analogies to natural phenomena, like the patterns of a...
Crash Course
The Black Panther Party: Crash Course Black American History #39
Many organizations have made it their mission to expand the rights of Black Americans. The NAACP and the Urban League are examples of influential organizations with long histories. But a long history or extensive membership isn't always...
TED Talks
TED: How to protect fast-growing cities from failing | Robert Muggah
Worldwide, violence is on the decline, but in the crowded cities of the global south — cities like Aleppo, Bamako and Caracas — violence is actually accelerating, fueled by the drug trade, mass unemployment and civil unrest. Security...
TED Talks
Seyi Oyesola: A hospital tour in Nigeria
Dr. Seyi Oyesola takes a searing look at health care in underdeveloped countries. His photo tour of a Nigerian teaching hospital -- all low-tech hacks and donated supplies -- drives home the challenge of doing basic health care there.
Curated Video
Only In Mexico 1 - Skate Police
Skate Police:Mexico City's police squad takes to the streets on rollerblades, providing a unique and agile approach to patrolling.
Curated Video
Landmarks - Jin Mao Spiderman
JIN MAO SPIDERMAN THIS IS SERIAL SKYSCRAPER CLIMBER, FRENCHMAN ALAIN ROBERT. WHAT HE AND THIS PROGRAM HAVE IN COMMON IS A PASSION FOR MONUMENTAL LANDMARKS, NATURAL AND MAN MADE. THIS TIME DRESSED IN A SPIDERMAN COSTUME, THE TINY...
Curated Video
Internet Control and Cyber Security in Vietnam: Balancing Growth and Control
This video discusses the growing internet usage in Vietnam, with an expected increase in the number of internet users. However, the government maintains strict controls on internet access, monitoring emails and blocking certain websites....
Curated Video
Training Dogs with Fido: Enhancing Safety in Police Raids
This video showcases the use of a new dog camera system called Fido, designed to enhance the safety of police officers during raids. The camera, worn by a trained police dog named Max, provides real-time footage of the search for...
Curated Video
This is how a body is identified in a crime scene
Forensic scientists use different methods to identify a body at a crime scene. This subfield of forensic science is called body identification.
Curated Video
Plane Spotters: Combating Crime and Terrorism at Heathrow Airport
This video discusses how plane spotters, enthusiasts who observe and document aircraft, faced challenges after recent terrorist activities restricted their access to airport property. However, a new initiative called the Aviation...
Curated Video
Combating Football Hooliganism: Lessons from Germany and England
This video discusses the measures taken by Germany and England to combat hooliganism during the 2006 World Cup. It highlights the use of simulated training exercises to teach security forces how to deal with violence, as well as the...
Curated Video
Football Hooliganism: The Ugly Side of the Beautiful Game
This video highlights the issue of football hooliganism, focusing on a violent clash between Turkish and Greek supporters during a match in Istanbul. It emphasizes the disappointment of officials who aimed to demonstrate cooperation...
Curated Video
Football Hooliganism: A Disturbing Reality and Preparations for Security
This video discusses the issue of football hooliganism, exploring its historical roots and the violent behavior it often entails. It highlights the lack of respect for authority and disregard for the safety of others exhibited by...
Curated Video
What If Our Clothes Could Disrupt Surveillance Cameras?
What do you get when you combine mass surveillance with A.I.? It’s a dystopia that’s already a reality in places across the world. Fashion designers are pushing back, crafting clothing and accessories that trick facial recognition...
Curated Video
Can DNA help us solve a crime?
In this video, we explore the incredible world of forensic science and how DNA technology is helping to solve some of the most complex crimes. From the basics of how DNA works, to the cutting-edge techniques used to extract, analyze, and...
Curated Video
Forensics: Tools of CSI
A criminal has committed burglary and escaped the scene without leaving a fingerprint or trace of DNA. How can forensic scientists still solve the crime? Chemistry - Atoms And Bonding - Learning Points. There are many forensic techniques...
Wonderscape
The End of Jim Crow and the Fight for Civil Rights
Follow the relentless struggle for civil rights in the face of Jim Crow laws, from early desegregation efforts to the historic marches in Selma. Learn about the pivotal events that led to the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting...