Curated Video
Mysteries of the Palate: Unveiling the Science Behind Food Quirks
Delve into the curious world of food-related phenomena as science explains why certain foods can affect us in unexpected ways. From the pungent aftermath of eating asparagus to the persistent odor of garlic and the unpleasant taste of...
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The Surprising Benefits of Chewing Gum: Dental Health, Appetite Control, and Brain Function
Explore the multifaceted benefits of chewing gum, from improving dental hygiene to enhancing brain function. This video delves into scientific experiments that reveal how chewing gum can clean teeth, neutralize mouth acidity, suppress...
Healthcare Triage
Fraud and Dysfunction in American Healthcare: The 2022 Shkreli Awards
The 2022 Shkreli Awards have been released! Each year, the Lown Institute passes out awards as a way of reporting on dysfunction in the US health care system. Dysfunction in healthcare is one of our foundational pillars here at...
Curated Video
I WONDER - Why Was The Baryonyx's Snout Special?
This video is answering the question of why was the baryonyx's snout special.
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Fragments, Run-ons, and Complete Sentences
Mr. Griot provides an overview of sentence fragments, run-on sentences, and complete sentences.
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Make the Right Choice
Dr. Forrester teaches about making healthful choices to keep your body in top shape.
Great Big Story
The Man Behind Zoltar, the Famous Fortune Teller
Discover how Olaf Stanton brings the iconic Zoltar fortune teller machines to life.
Great Big Story
Meet Aiya and Shigu, Adorable Yet Elusive Clouded Leopard Cubs
Discover the shy and mysterious clouded leopards, Aiya and Shigu. These rare, elite climbers from Asia face a declining population due to habitat loss and poaching.
Great Big Story
Ask NYPL, Your curious questions answered by librarians
Discover the Ask NYPL service, where librarians answer intriguing queries, from moon phases to historic art.
Great Big Story
Philip Briales, 100 Years of Training Dentists with Columbia Dentoform
Dive into the world of dental education with Philip Briales as he explains the crucial role of mannequins at Columbia Dentoform.
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Hamlet 3.3 “Tis Not So Above”
This video delves into a section of Claudius' monologue from Act 3, Scene 3 of Shakespeare's "Hamlet," where he contrasts earthly and heavenly justice. It explores the theme of unavoidable divine reckoning, where one must...
PBS
Have Humans Always Feared Sharks?
Despite the extreme rarity of attacks on humans, Sharks have become perhaps the most widely feared animals on the planet. How did this happen? They're not naturally aggressive towards humans and kill fewer people each year than falling...
PBS
Taotie: The Mystery of Chinese Mythology’s Famous Glutton
This influential ancient monster from Chinese mythology predates the written word. Inspired by ancient bronze and jade iconography detailing the face of a bulging-eyed, gapping-mouthed beast, the Taotie creature is both mysterious and...
Great Big Story
The New York Public Library Has a Human Google
Discover the fascinating world of the New York Public Library's Ask Nypl department, where 10 librarians answer 30,000 calls per year!
Curated Video
“Turn Off the Water!” Music Video
“Turn Off the Water” is an energetic, upbeat song showcasing some simple ways kids can be part of the solution right now - at home and at school - simply by turning off the water when they're not using it. Use this song to introduce the...
Great Big Story
The Unlikely Tour, Jimi Hendrix Opens for The Monkees
Discover the bizarre tale of Jimi Hendrix's brief stint as The Monkees' opening act in 1967.
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Elephant Tooth Fairy
Jimmy loses his first ever baby tooth and is excited for the Tooth Fairy’s visit.
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The Day Henry Met... a Toothbrush
Today Henry meets a friendly toothbrush in the bathroom. Henry's first tooth falls out and he can’t wait until the tooth fairy comes. But the tooth fairy ate sweets and has a toothache! Henry becomes the tooth fairy and learns all about...
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The Day Henry Met... a Sock
Today Henry meets left Sock, he’s very excited but his best friend's right sock has gone missing! Henry follows the clues to find right sock who wasn’t missing after all she was off planning a lovely secret surprise party for Best...
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Discovery of Skeleton Sparks Debate About Early Human Ancestors
Meave Leakey and her team discovered a nearly complete skull and face in Kenya, claimed to be 3.5 million years old, sparking scientific debate. While they argue it represents a new species of early human, critics question the...
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The Role of Female Hunters in Ancient Societies
Anthropologist Randy Haas and his team discovered the remains of a teenage female who was buried with her hunting tools at a site in Wilamaya Patjxa, Southern Peru. Her remains date back almost 9,000 years and are part of a broader study...
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Revolutionary Bead Offers Long-Term Relief for Sensitive Teeth
Introducing the revolutionary tiny bead that could cure sensitive teeth by slowly releasing fluoride into the mouth. With a special glass composition, this innovative solution helps build up a new protective cap on the teeth, providing...