TED Talks
TED: From death row to law graduate | Peter Ouko
Peter Ouko spent 18 years in Kamiti Prison in Kenya, sometimes locked up in a cell with 13 other grown men for 23 and a half hours a day. In a moving talk, he tells the story of how he was freed -- and his current mission with the...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Tower of London
TOWER OF LONDON OVER THE CENTURIES, OUT-OF-FLAVOR QUEENS, POLITICAL CONSPIRATORS, RELIGIOUS DISSIDENTS AND THOSE WHO SIMPLY CROSSED THE RULING MONARCH HAVE ALL BEEN IMPRISONED AT THE TOWER OF LONDON. IT STILL CONTRIBUTES TO A GRUESOME...
Great Big Story
Beware the executioner at harlem’s apollo theater
Experience the electrifying and dramatic world of the iconic Apollo Theatre and its notorious Executioner.
Great Big Story
Beware the Executioner at Harlem’s Apollo Theater
Experience the electrifying and dramatic world of the iconic Apollo Theatre and its notorious Executioner.
Great Big Story
Beware the Executioner at Harlem’s Apollo Theater
Experience the electrifying and dramatic world of the iconic Apollo Theatre and its notorious Executioner.
Mediacorp
Indonesia's Constitution
This video explores the history and significance of Indonesia's constitution, particularly the principles of Pancasila. The video also addresses the growing influence of Islamic conservatives and the potential impact of proposed changes...
Weird History
A Day In The Life Of A Medieval Executioner
The daily life of a medieval executioner was not easy. They did more than simply chop off heads and break prisoners on the wheel. Trying to uphold justice and set an example for their community was only one part of an executioner's...
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The Controversial World of Dangdut and Caning
This video explores the diverse and complex nature of Islam in Indonesia, the largest Muslim nation in the world. The video also delves into a province governed by Sharia law, where strict enforcement and punishment, including public...
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Polygamist Wives in Indonesia Tell their Stories
Learn from the polygamist's wives, how they accepted polygamy and how they get along. Deciphering Indonesia, Religion and Pluralism part 7/8
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Living Under Sharia Law: The Struggles and Creativity of Local Artists
At first, listen to how local graffiti artist balance expression and dissent. Then, learn about how the Sharia police has helped the community. Deciphering Indonesia, Religion and Pluralism part 3/8
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The Controversial World of Polygamy in Indonesia
In this video, the reporter explores the topic of polygamy in Indonesia, where Sharia law allows men to marry up to four women. The reporter interviews a polygamist who openly embraces his lifestyle, and discusses the controversy...
Jabzy
British Executioners - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about British Executioners
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The Immoral Police in Indonesia
Ride along and see how an all female squad looks out for activities against Sharia law. Deciphering Indonesia, Religion and Pluralism part 2/8
Institute for New Economic Thinking
Should there be a market in murder?
We need to talk. Help draw the line between where markets serve the public good and where they don't belong
Curated Video
Madame du Barry part 4: Banishment and Death
Madame du Barry, the mistress of the French King Louis XV, divided opinion in the court at the Palace of Versailles during the later 18th century. In part four of this four-part series, learners will hear about life after her banishment...
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Mystical Islam: Exploring Indonesia's Tolerance and Tradition
This video explores the mystical Islamic practices in Jogjakarta, Central Java, Indonesia. It highlights the syncretism of beliefs, including Hindu, Buddhist, Sufi, and animist, within the Kujawa version of Islam. Deciphering Indonesia,...
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Examining the Focus on the Gay Community in Indonesia
This video discusses a concerned group that focuses on criticizing and opposing the gay community, criminalizing sex outside of marriage, and imposing their own moral values on Indonesian society. It highlights the importance of...
Brave Wilderness
STUNG by an Executioner Wasp!
On this episode of Breaking Trail, witness the EPIC conclusion of Coyote Peterson’s climb up the insect sting pain index! What started as a simple curiosity with Harvester Ant stings has now evolved and captured the world’s attention in...
Weird History
What It Was Like to Witness the Guillotine
Reservedly advocated as a humane killing device by Dr. Joseph-Ignace Guillotin during the 18th century, the guillotine executed people en masse during the French Revolution; France discontinued its use after 1977. The mechanism of death...
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B/W Oct. 16, 1946 military men hanging Nazi convicted of war crimes / Nuremberg / newsreel
B/W Oct. 16, 1946 military men hanging Nazi convicted of war crimes / Nuremberg / newsreel
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French soldiers lead Marie Antoinette to the guillotine.
French soldiers lead Marie Antoinette to the guillotine.
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Villagers chant and taunt as Marie Antoinette walks toward the guillotine.
Villagers chant and taunt as Marie Antoinette walks toward the guillotine.
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Marie Antoinette walks toward the guillotine.
Marie Antoinette walks toward the guillotine.
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French soldiers stand guard at a guillotine.
French soldiers stand guard at a guillotine.