Weird History
How Hawaii Was Stolen by a Fruit Juice Company
Why did the US want Hawaii? With even a glance at its sensual beaches and lush jungles, it's no surprise that the scenic islands have always been desirable. But as with any story of settlement, the development of Hawaii didn't come about...
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How the Hostess and The Twinkie Almost Died
Weird History Food is getting snacky with the History of Hostess. Maker of some of our favorite cakes and snacks, including Twinkies, Ding Dongs, Cup Cakes, and Ho Ho's, Hostess has been the mainstay of America's cupboards for decades....
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Why the Heck Do People Love Pumpkin Spice So Much?
Weird History Food is getting you Fall-ready with the History of Pumpkin Spice. Now, seemingly everywhere, Pumpkin Spice has a surprisingly long history. Pumpkin spice—also known as pumpkin pie spice—is typically made from a combination...
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Where Did Starbucks Coffee Get Their Name From?
Weird History Food is giving you a pick-me-up with the History of Starbucks Coffee. Founders Jerry Baldwin, Gordon Bowker, and Zev Siegl sought to open up a coffee store. They knew they wanted it to reflect both the culture of the...
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How Has Coca-Cola Kept It's Formula a Secret for All These Years?
Weird History Food is giving you the secrets to the Coca-Cola formula. Since its invention by John Pemberton in 1886, Coca-Cola has become the most well-known soft drink in the world. Yet who actually knows the Coca-Cola recipe?
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10 Innovative Schools Changing Education
Alternative approaches to education have emerged since the beginning of the 20th century and in the last 20 years, globalization and technology has supercharged that trend. Here are 10 types of innovative schools we've covered in our...
Science ABC
Can We Really Build Cars That Run Only On Water?
While it is certainly enticing when a company or individual claims that they have developed technology that can power cars purely on the water when it comes to science, there is a fundamental restriction to this very idea. Simply put,...
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Cumulative Frequency: You're Fired?
Revealed: Enron's brutal 'rank or yank' policy, and how employees could use cumulative frequency graphs to find out whether they were in the top 20% to be rewarded, or the bottom 20% to be fired. Maths - Statistics And Probability A Twig...
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Namibia: Ecotourism
How an alliance between government, an international tour operator, and a local community has created a mutually beneficial tourism business venture. Human Geography - Orientation And Settlements - Namibia, in southern Africa, now enjoys...
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Why Do Shares Change Price?
What are shares, and what affects their price? Discover why share price is not only dictated by monetary value, and why this makes trading a risky business. Maths - Statistics And Probability A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the...
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Who Was the Doctor Behind Dr Pepper?
Weird History Food is going to crack open a can and tell you the History of Dr. Pepper. While maybe not quite as popular as Coca-Cola or Pepsi, Dr. Pepper has been around just as long as its bigger rivals. But how did Dr. Pepper start?...
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How Campbell's Soup Has Stood The Test of Time
Weird History Food is giving you a warm bowl of nostalgia with the History of Campbell's Soup. Probably one of the most recognizable food designs, the Campbell's Soup can is both part of modern pop culture and in just about every...
Bedtime History
Stan Lee for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about the childhood and life of Stan Lee, the famous comic book writer, from his early days at a publishing company to the rise of the MCU.
Bedtime History
Rosa Parks Story for Kids
Learn about the courageous, black woman who stood up for herself and was key to the Civil Rights Movement.
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History of Steve Jobs for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about Steve Jobs and his journey to the creation of Apple computers and modern devices such as the iPad and iPhone.
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History of Milton Bradley for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about the life and career of the famous game designer of Life and many other popular games, Milton Bradley.
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History of Minecraft for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about the history of the creation of Minecraft, from its original version by Markus Persson to the many mods and newer versions now built by Microsoft.
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History of Computer Science for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about the history of computer technology, from the abacus of the ancient world to smartphones of the modern age.
Wonderscape
Understanding the Global Supply Chain and Its COVID-19 Disruptions
Learn how the global supply chain operates, from sourcing raw materials to delivering finished products like jeans to customers. Discover the impact of COVID-19 on this complex system, leading to empty store shelves and delayed...
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Amelia Earhart’s Journey into Aviation
This video details how Amelia Earhart became fascinated with aviation after her first biplane ride in 1920. It highlights her early flying lessons, the purchase of her first plane, Canary, and her rise to fame in the world of aviation as...
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The Beginning of the Great Depression
This video explains the events leading up to the stock market crash of 1929 and the start of the Great Depression. It discusses how easy access to credit and stock investments led to a booming economy in the 1920s, followed by panic and...
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Fast Food Chains That Failed Outside the U.S.
Weird History Food is going worldwide. From greasy fried chicken and pizzas covered in cheese, to super sweet and sugary treats, Americans love their fast food. There's a McDonald's on the corner streets of even the smallest towns in the...
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Popular Food Brands That Have Been Around Longer Than We Thought
Weird History Food is going to shock you with some news about the age of your favorite food brands. Some of the most common foods you see on grocery store shelves have been around for decades - if not centuries. These items have been...
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How Ben and Jerry Built Their Ice Cream Empire
Weird History is going to cool off with some history about Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream. Founded in Burlington, Vermont, Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield were childhood friends who decided to make an ice cream business happen. And man did it...