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Ma'ui, Oceania's Hero: Crash Course World Mythology
In which Mike Rugnetta teaches you about Ma'ui, prominent hero of many cultures in Oceania, aka the Pacific Island nations. Ma'ui is just the kind of hero we're interested in here at Crash Course. He's a culture hero, he's a an...
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Archetypes and Male Divinities: Crash Course World Mythology
This week on Crash Course Mythology, Mike is teaching you about the archetypes that are often associated with male divinities. We're going to talk about Fathers & Sons, Kings & Judges, Saviors & Sages, Shamans, Tricksters, and Lords of...
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Cosmic Sexy Time, Eggs, Seeds, and Water: Crash Course World Mythology
In which Mike teaches you about the creation of the universe, with sex. This week we're talking about creations stories from Egypt, West Africa, Greece, China, and Persia that have a lot in common with human sexual reproduction. And also...
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Humans and Nature and Creation: Crash Course World Mythology
In which Mike Rugnetta brings you the final installation of our unit on creation myths. This week, we're talking about human beings and their relationship to the natural world. It turns out foundational stories have a lot to teach us...
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Creation from the Void: Crash Course World Mythology
Today on Crash Course Mythology we're starting in on creation stories. This week, we'll focus on the creation of the universe out of nothing, or Ex Nihlio creation. Basically, a god decides to make a universe out of nothing. We'll look...
Curated Video
Ecology and Culture of Australia
Australia has been shaped by 30 million years of isolation, adaptation, and evolution, creating a land of extraordinary creatures found nowhere else. At its heart is a cultural legacy upheld by Aboriginal people who have cared for the...
Curated Video
The Mythology, Symbolism, and Conservation of Turtles
This video explores the rich mythology and cultural significance of turtles throughout history, highlighting their portrayal as wise and enduring creatures. It also delves into the contemporary challenges facing turtles, such as...
Food Farmer Earth
Coming Up With the Right Way Forward In Uncertain Times
In this final 4-part series, Claire Hope Cummings shares her honest doubts about the fate of the earth. In referring to her book (Uncertain Peril: Genetic Engineering and the Future of Seeds), Cummings draws from other indigenous...
Englishing
What are Myths?
What is a myth, legend and folktale?. In this video, Mr. P. will find the answers to that question. He will also provide clear explanations on the difference between creation and heroic myths. This lesson is designed for intermediate...
TED-Ed
The Taino Myth of the Cursed Creator
A Taino myth recounts the origins of the oceans. It's the tale of Deminan, the first caracaracols who was both cursed and blessed to be the link between the gods and people.
TED-Ed
The Maya Myth of the Morning Star
The Mayan Myth of the Morning Star is not only a tale of fraternal jealousy but also an astronomy story based on the Mayan calendar and the movements of the planets and the sun. Check out an amazing animated video that details the myth.
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Allison Williams Explains Her Love for Frankenstein's Monster
Ah, but who is the real monster in Frankenstein? Actress Allison Williams shares her reasoning for why Mary Shelly's horror story should be included in The Great American Read series.
TED-Ed
The Aztec Myth of the Unlikeliest Sun God
How did the sun arrive in the sky? Learners watch a short film that describes the myth of Nanahuatl, a weak Aztec god who sacrificed himself to become the fifth sun for his people.
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Creation from the Void: Crash Course World Mythology #2
How did people from ancient civilizations make sense of the world around them? The second installment of the Crash Course World Mythology series explores the creation of the universe. Scholars learn about the creation myths associated...
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Mythical Caves and Gardens: Crash Course World Mythology #32
Myths often have meaningful settings, from cities and temples to mountains and forests. The 32nd video of 41 in the Crash Course World Mythology series takes viewers on an interesting exploration of mythical caves and gardens. Scholars...
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Humans and Nature and Creation: Crash Course World Mythology #6
How did different historical cultures treat the subject of animals in their creation stories? The sixth installment in the 41-part Crash Course World Mythology series discusses the relationship between humans and animals from a...
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Social Orders and Creation Stories: Crash Course World Mythology #5
How do myths help explain people's origins and relationships with one another? The fifth installment in the 41-part Crash Course World Mythology video series explores the topic. Viewers discover dualities in myths, including the...
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Cosmic Sexy Time, Eggs, Seeds, and Water: Crash Course World Mythology #3
Which came first: the chicken or the cosmic egg? With the third video of 41 in the Crash Course World Mythology series, pupils delve into the world of creation myths. Scholars learn about cultures throughout history that have used the...
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What Is Myth? Crash Course World Mythology #1
What are myths, what purpose do they serve, and how do they differ from other types of stories? Scholars watch a 13-minute video to explore an interesting topic in-depth. The video, which is the first in the Crash Course World Mythology...
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Earth Mothers and Rebellious Sons - Creation Part 3: Crash Course World Mythology #4
According to a Norse creation myth, an evil frost giant created humanity from his armpit sweat—and that's the normal part of the story. With the fourth video in the "Crash Course World Mythology: series, scholars explore the myth and...
TED-Ed
The Myth of Cupid and Psyche
What does it mean to love? Is true love possible? Transformative? The myth of Cupid and Psyche asks readers to ponder these questions as does a short video that retells the classic tale.