TED-Ed
TED-ED: The philosophy of Stoicism - Massimo Pigliucci
What is the best life we can live? How can we cope with whatever the universe throws at us and keep thriving nonetheless? The ancient Greco-Roman philosophy of Stoicism explains that while we may not always have control over the events...
Be Smart
Why Does February Have 28 Days?
Why does February only get 28 days when all the other months get 30 or 31? The answer is part superstition, part politics, and parts astronomy. Basically, it's the Romans' fault.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The Romans flooded the Colosseum for sea battles - Janelle Peters
Starting in 80 CE, residents of Rome and visitors from across the Roman Empire would fill the stands of the Colosseum to see gladiators duel, animals fight and chariots race around the arena. And for the grand finale, water poured into...
Crash Course
Catholic Counter-Reformation: Crash Course European History
When the Protestant Reformation broke out in Western Europe, the Catholic Church got the message, at least a little bit. Pope Paul III called a council to look into reforming some aspects of the Catholic Church and try to stem the tide...
Crash Course
Nostrils, Harmony with the Universe, and Ancient Sanskrit Theater: Crash Course Theater #7
Ancient Sanskrit theater is one of the oldest theater traditions, and thanks to Bharata Muni and his treatise on theater, the Natyashastra, we can tell you quite a bit about it, all the way down to eyebrow and nostril poses. This week...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: The great conspiracy against Julius Caesar - Kathryn Tempest
On March 15th, 44 BCE, Roman dictator Julius Caesar was assassinated by a group of about 60 of his own senators. Why did these self-titled Liberators want him dead? And why did Brutus, whose own life had been saved by Caesar, join in the...
Crash Course
Roman Theater with Plautus, Terence, and Seneca: Crash Course Theater #6
In which Mike delves into the theater of ancient Rome. It wasn't all gladiators and Christian-killing, you know. There was theater, too. Roman drama drew heavily on Greek drama. So heavily, in fact, that many of the stories and...
Curated Video
Spotlight on Italy
New ReviewItaly is a feast for the senses, wherever your travels take you. Explore the highlights of the north and south with a cultural heritage that spans centuries. But Italy is more than its past. It's also a vibrant modern economy, a key...
Curated Video
Shopping in Italy
New ReviewItalians shop with a passion. Nevertheless, shopping in Italy can sometimes feel like a challenge. It's not always convenient or easy, but it's always an interesting experience no matter what you're looking for. It may be frustrating to...
Curated Video
Italy Geography
New ReviewMost schoolchildren can find Italy on a map—it’s the “boot” that’s kicking an island into the middle of the Mediterranean Sea. The island is, of course, Sicily, and the boot is Italy’s mainland. Without a doubt, Italy’s complex natural...
Curated Video
Italian Companies
New ReviewNorthern Italy—and Milan in particular—has been a hub of economic activity since the Middle Ages and is one of the most important financial and industrial centers in the world today. Many businesses have been in families for generations....
Curated Video
Introduction to Rome
New ReviewWith 2.7 million inhabitants, Rome is Italy's most populated city. It is also the nation's capital, and all international embassies are located here. Rome also contains Vatican City, the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church. Home to...
Curated Video
Arriving in Italy
New ReviewIf you’re flying into Italy, in all likelihood you’ll come into either Malpensa Airport or Linate Airport, both located in Milan, or Leonardo da Vinci Airport, located in Rome. These airports are modern, efficient, and easy to negotiate,...
Bedtime History
The Pantheon: Rome’s Ancient Temple
New ReviewStep into the Pantheon, one of the most amazing buildings from ancient Rome! Built nearly 2,000 years ago, the Pantheon was a temple for Roman gods and is now a famous church and tourist site. Its giant dome is still one of the largest...
Bedtime History
The Genius of Leonardo da Vinci
New ReviewLeonardo da Vinci was a painter, inventor, scientist, and dreamer from long ago. He painted the famous Mona Lisa and filled notebooks with sketches of flying machines and ideas far ahead of his time. Come explore the amazing mind of...
Bedtime History
Women of Ancient Rome
New ReviewWomen in ancient Rome lived in a world of strict traditions, yet they played vital roles at home and in society. Roman women raised families, managed households, and passed down cultural and religious practices. Some became influential...
The Daily Conversation
Last King of Rome: Revolutions, Part 1
New ReviewThe Roman Kingdom falls and a Republic is born--Part 1 of history's greatest revolutions that created our modern civilization.
Curated Video
Presenting on Shakespeare
New ReviewThis video, entitled "Presenting on Shakespeare," details how to recognize theme in Shakespeare's work
Curated Video
Warring City States
New ReviewThis World Cultures video discusses warring city states.
Curated Video
The Roman Empire
New ReviewThis World Cultures instructional video discusses the Roman Empire.
Curated Video
Roots in the West
New ReviewThis World Cultures video demonstrates how Roman and Greek ideas took root in the West.
Curated Video
Rise of Christianity
New ReviewThis World Cultures video is about the rise of Christianity.