In her new book, "Leadership in Turbulent Times," presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin explores the trajectories of Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin D. Roosevelt and Lyndon B. Johnson, arguing that for all four of...

Developing a vaccine usually takes five to 10 years, costs about a billion dollars and has a failure rate of 93 percent. Under the pressure of the coronavirus pandemic, scientists are being asked to speed that timeline up to 12 to 18...

What accounts for our polarized public life, and how can we begin to heal it? Political philosopher Michael Sandel offers a surprising answer: those who have flourished need to look in the mirror. He explores how "meritocratic hubris"...

Some days, it feels like the only thing we can agree on is that we can't agree -- on anything. Drawing on her background as a world debate champion, Julia Dhar offers three techniques to reshape the way we talk to each other so we can...

Our leaders need to be held accountable, says journalist Heather Brooke. And she should know: Brooke uncovered the British Parliamentary financial expenses that led to a major political scandal in 2009. She urges us to ask our leaders...

Facebook's "like" and "share" buttons are seen 22 billion times a day, making them some of the most-viewed design elements ever created. Margaret Gould Stewart, Facebook's director of product design, outlines three rules for design at...

How do we find fulfillment in a world that's constantly changing? Raymond Tang struggled with this question until he came across the ancient Chinese philosophy of the Tao Te Ching. In it, he found a passage comparing goodness to water,...

Business school professor Amy Edmondson studies ""teaming,"" where people come together quickly (and often temporarily) to solve new, urgent or unusual problems. Recalling stories of teamwork on the fly, such as the incredible rescue of...

The more we read and watch online, the harder it becomes to tell the difference between what's real and what's fake. It's as if we know more but understand less, says philosopher Michael Patrick Lynch. In this talk, he dares us to take...

In 1640 Charles I's personal rule, a period in which he attempted to rule without Parliament, came to an end. In this petition, twelve peers set out the case for calling Parliament. They set out the grievances of the kingdom, present...

Pupil outcome: I can explain and explore the key events of Chapter 6 of 'Lord of the Flies'. Key learning points: - Military airplanes fight above the island and a dead parachutist drifts down onto the island. - The twins, Sam and Eric,...

Pupil outcome: I can explain how Pieter Bruegel’s painting 'Landscape with the Fall of Icarus' was inspired by a Greek myth. Key learning points: - Greek myths are stories originally told by the ancient Greeks as a way of explaining the...

In this video, Kareem the camel from Petra, Jordan, teaches us about the importance of humility. He shares stories and insights about how being humble means recognizing our mistakes, helping others, and being grateful for our talents...

In this video, Kareem the camel, a humble and hardworking animal from India, shares his experiences and insights on humility. He discusses the role of camels in Indian celebrations and their historical origins. Kareem also narrates a...

In this educational video, Kids Planet explores the concept of humility and the importance of recognizing our mistakes. Through relatable examples and engaging storytelling, children learn how to be humble, accept criticism, and...

In this video, Nova takes us on an intergalactic adventure to explore the concept of humility and good sportsmanship. Through examples from his own experiences and the help of his friend Curious, Nova teaches us the importance of...

This video tells the inspiring story of Lionel Messi, highlighting his humble beginnings in Rosario, Argentina, and his unwavering passion for football. Despite facing adversity, including a growth hormone deficiency, Messi's talent and...

Willie Nelson recounts a memorable chess game with Ray Charles that taught him humility.<br/>

Willie Nelson recounts a memorable chess game with Ray Charles that taught him humility.

Aaron Burr's ambition led him from political prominence to infamy. Fueled by hubris, he dueled Hamilton and plotted treason, showcasing the perils of unchecked pride.

When David Ferrucci was introduced to computer programming as a high school student questions flooded his mind … Where does it stop? What can I get the computer to do? "My mind immediately went to the idea of artificial intelligence ......

Cathy's Triumph part 2/4: This video is a personal account of Oprah Winfrey's life experiences and how they influenced her journey to becoming a successful media entrepreneur. She talks about her education at Duchen Academy and the...

Rebekah Modrak is a writer and interventionist artist whose artworks resist consumer culture. Re Made Co. (remadeco.org) poses as an online “company” to recreate actual company Best Made Co. (seller of $350 luxury hand-painted axes) by...

Helena is the founder of A Bird's Eye View, a strategic marketing and business development consultancy working at the intersection of commercial, social and sustainable development.



Helena's career started with Unilever in...