Curated Video
The History and Making of Jelly Beans
Have you ever made jelly beans? Follow these simple instructions and learn about the history of the candy too!
Hip Hughes History
What was the Southern Strategy?
How did the two political parties switch? A look at the movement of white Southern Democrats to the Republican Party. Perfect for APGOV students, political science students, life long learners and the cray cray on the internets. WARNING...
Espresso Media
Garwin: Science, Civilization, and the Challenges of Control
Garwin part 11/11: In this video, scientist Richard Garwin reflects on the control and unpredictability of science, the importance of evolving as a civilization, and his experience during the Cold War. He discusses the risks and...
Jabzy
US Invasion of Grenada - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the US Invasion of Grenada
Step Back History
How Can We BEAT Neoliberalism?
Neoliberalism is the defining economic idea of our current moment, and we're all suffering for it. What is it, and how can we beat it?
Ancient Lights Media
Russia: Cold War and the Collapse of the Soviet Union 1953-1991
This clip examines the Cold War Era and the end of the Soviet Union.
History Hit
How the Cold War Shaped Western Democracy with Simon Reid-Henry: The early 1970's
What was the purpose of writing his book? What were the important events of the early 1970's? How the Cold War Shaped Western Democracy with Simon Reid-Henry, Part 1
Espresso Media
Garwin: Reflections on Family, Career, and the Importance of Democracy
Garwin part 9/11: This video provides insights into Richard Garwin's upbringing, his father's career challenges, his own educational journey, and his perspective on various aspects of life. It touches upon topics such as religion,...
Cerebellum
The Executive Branch Of Government - The Executive Branches Role In Law Inforcement And Emergency Powers
This video looks at the roles of the executive branch in inforcing regulations including to execute foreign policy, veto power, faithful execution of laws, departments enforcement of laws, judicial enforcement. It also looks at the...
The Guardian
How a conference call sparked America's abortion obsession
White evangelical Christians are on the frontline of the US's anti-abortion movement. But not so long ago this group was not interested in the politics of terminations. Its members are a crucial faction of Donald Trump's base, motivating...
Communication Coach Alex Lyon
Communication Professor's Reaction to Ronald Reagan's Challenger Shuttle Speech
Reaction to Ronald Reagan's Challenger Shuttle Speech to the nation given the same day (live) the space shuttle exploded. SPEECH TEXT (written by Peggy Noonan) Ladies and gentlemen, I'd planned to speak to you tonight to report on the...
Espresso Media
Garwin: The Role of a Scientist in the Development of Hydrogen Bombs
Garwin part 5/11: This video features scientist Richard Garwin reflecting on his role in developing the hydrogen bomb and the ethical implications of his work. He discusses the process of creating the bomb, witnessing its destructive...
History Hit
How the Cold War Shaped Western Democracy with Simon Reid-Henry: Writing about history
Are there individuals or big currents pushing us along when he is writing about history? How the Cold War Shaped Western Democracy with Simon Reid-Henry, Part 3
Hip Hughes History
Trickle Down Economics Explained: US History Review
A short and sweet explanation of Supply-Side Economics, better known as Trickle Down Economics. Just enough to squeeze past your exam or your next dinner party conversation.
One Minute History
U.S. Presidential Oath of Office - President's Day - One Minute History
The U.S. Presidential Oath of Office, delivered through the presidents of the past
The Wall Street Journal
Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton on the Republican Agenda After the Midterms
Following the midterms, Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton discusses why the Republicans didn’t win over more swing voters and how they’ll use their new share of power in Washington.
Institute for New Economic Thinking
Who Picked the Pockets of America’s Households?
The 2008 financial meltdown wiped out what was left of the savings of millions of American families, but Professor Edward Wolff says decades of income inequality had set the stage for the collapse of their household wealth.
Hip Hughes History
Iran-Contra Affair Scandal Explained: US History Review
Let HipHughes accompany you through a basic understanding of the Reagan era scandal Iran-Contra. A promise of brain wrinkling and laugh lines.
Professor Dave Explains
Richard Nixon: I Am Not a Crook (1969 – 1974)
Richard Nixon is famous for being the only president to ever resign from office. Most also know about the Watergate scandal that prompted this decision. What was Watergate? What other events defined Nixon's presidency, and political...
Curated Video
Japanese American Prison Camps on U.S. Soil
In 1942, at the height of the Second World War, President Franklin D. Roosevelt authorised the incarceration of approximately 110,000 Japanese-Americans in the American West. But was Executive Order 9066 a step too far?
Curated Video
Ronald Reagan: Tear Down This Wall
On June 12, 1987, President Ronald Reagan delivers a speech to the people of West Berlin, calling upon the Soviet Union to tear down the wall that divides the city.
Curated Video
Can America's War on Drugs Ever Be Won?
As our understanding of the consequences of drug abuse has improved, so America’s relationship with drugs has changed. From Nixon to Trump, the so-called 'War on Drugs' has cost the US government billions – but will there ever be an end...
Espresso Media
Garwin: Perspectives from Hiroshima Survivors and Witnesses
Garwin part 3/11:This video discusses the development and deployment of nuclear weapons, specifically the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II. It includes personal accounts from individuals involved in the bombings and...
Professor Dave Explains
Ronald Reagan: The End of the Cold War (1981 – 1989)
Ronald Reagan was the first celebrity to become president, and as we now know, he wasn't the last. His presidency saw huge changes in both economic and foreign policy. What were these changes? What were the ramifications? Let's get a...