Crash Course
Tyranny of the Map: Crash Course Geography
Today we’re going to talk about borders. Borders can bring people together, evoke passion and war, divide, conquer, and solidify power. We’re going to focus on the tyranny of the map which is what happens when those in power draw...
SciShow
5 Ways Orcas Have Earned the Nickname “Killer Whale”
Orcas are some of the most effective predators in the ocean, and each population of them has entirely different prey preferences and hunting techniques, more than earning their nickname “killer whale!” Chapters 1 MAKING WAVES 2:12...
TED Talks
Matt Walker: Sleep is your superpower
Sleep is your life-support system and Mother Nature's best effort yet at immortality, says sleep scientist Matt Walker. In this deep dive into the science of slumber, Walker shares the wonderfully good things that happen when you get...
Crash Course
Hydrocarbon Power! - Crash Course Chemistry
In which Hank introduces us to the world of Organic Chemistry and, more specifically, the power of hydrocarbon. He talks about the classifications of organic compounds, the structures & properties of alkanes, isomers, and naming an...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The dark history of the overthrow of Hawaii | Sydney Iaukea
On January 16th, 1895, two men arrived at Liliʻuokalani's door, arrested her, and imprisoned her. The Missionary Party had recently seized power and now confiscated her diaries, ransacked her house, and claimed her lands. Liliʻuokalani...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Pros and cons of public opinion polls - Jason Robert Jaffe
How do public opinion polls work? And, more importantly, are they accurate? Jason Robert Jaffe reveals the complexities and biases of polls and provides tips on how to think about polls as we make everyday decisions.
Crash Course
The Black Panther Party: Crash Course Black American History #39
Many organizations have made it their mission to expand the rights of Black Americans. The NAACP and the Urban League are examples of influential organizations with long histories. But a long history or extensive membership isn't always...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: These companies with no CEO are thriving | TED-Ed
Co-ops are a big part of the global economy: they employ 10% of the world's workforce and over two trillion dollars flow through their doors every year. At a co-op, there's no single person with overarching, top-down power over everyone...
SciShow
How the First Americans Got There
This week, researches published a genetic analysis of the 11,500-year-old remains of a baby found in Alaska, near where the first Americans crossed the Bering land bridge. That analysis has answered some lingering questions about human...
Bozeman Science
Proteins
Paul Andersen explains the structure and importance of proteins. He describes how proteins are created from amino acids connected by dehydration synthesis. He shows the importance of chemical properties in the R-groups of individual...
PBS
When Whales Walked
We know whales as graceful giants bound to the sea. But what if we told you there was actually a time when whales could walk.
Crash Course Kids
The Zodiac Constellations
We've talked about constellations; groups of stars in the night sky that we assign names to. But there are a certain group of special constellations called The Zodiac that Sabrina is going to chat about. Gemini, Sagittarius, Scorpio?...
Crash Course
Alkanes - Crash Course Organic Chemistry
Alkanes are kind of the wallflowers of organic chemistry, but they still have important functions in the world around us. In this episode of Crash Course Organic Chemistry we’re building our knowledge of organic molecules by learning all...
SciShow Kids
Back To School | Compilation | SciShow Kids
Squeaks is getting ready to head back to school and he couldn’t be more excited! To make sure he’s all set for the first day, he and Jessi are watching some videos so he goes in confident and prepared!
Be Smart
Where Did Humans Come From?
In part 1 of our special series on human ancestry, we tour through our family tree to meet our ancestors and distant cousins, and to find out what made us human along the way. The story of human ancestry is not a simple progression from...
Bozeman Science
Covalent Network Solids
In this video Paul Andersen explains how covalent network solids form elementally (like graphite) or by combining multiple nonmetals (like quartz). Covalent network solids contain elements from the carbon group because they have four...
SciShow
Rogue Planet Discovered!
Today Hank brings us the news of a unique astronomical discovery - a rogue planet. He also allays our fears of an apocalyptic collision with Earth. So, this new planet is awesome, but it needs a different name - CFBDSIR...
TED Talks
David Logan: Tribal leadership
David Logan talks about the five kinds of tribes that humans naturally form -- in schools, workplaces, even the driver's license bureau. By understanding our shared tribal tendencies, we can help lead each other to become better...
Be Smart
The Strange Science of the Placebo Effect
How do sugar pills really interact with our bodies?
SciShow Kids
You Are What You Eat!
Join Jessi and Squeaks as they prepare a special meal for friends. You’ll learn some fun food science facts, like the difference between fruits and veggies and how your tongue works so you can taste food!
TED-Ed
TED-ED: How the food you eat affects your gut - Shilpa Ravella
The bacteria in our guts can break down food the body can't digest, produce important nutrients, regulate the immune system, and protect against harmful germs. And while we can't control all the factors that go into maintaining a healthy...
SciShow Kids
Make the Most of Compost!
Our friend Elliot thought we should do an episode about composting... so we did! Learn all about how you can turn certain types of trash into nutrient packed soil you can use in the garden!
TED Talks
TED: Why corporate diversity programs fail -- and how small tweaks can have big impact | Joan C. Williams
Companies in the US spend billions of dollars each year on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, but subtle (and not so subtle) workplace biases often cost these initiatives -- and the people they're meant to help -- big time by...