TED Talks
TED: 3 kinds of bias that shape your worldview | J. Marshall Shepherd
What shapes our perceptions (and misperceptions) about science? In an eye-opening talk, meteorologist J. Marshall Shepherd explains how confirmation bias, the Dunning-Kruger effect and cognitive dissonance impact what we think we know --...
Crash Course
Psychological Disorders: Crash Course Psychology
In this episode of Crash Course Psychology, Hank takes a look at how the treatment for Psychological Disorders has changed over the last hundred years and who is responsible for getting us on the path to getting us here. -- Table of...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: The law of conservation of mass - Todd Ramsey
Everything in our universe has mass - from the smallest atom to the largest star. But the amount of mass has remained constant throughout existence even during the birth and death of stars, planets and you. How can the universe grow...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: Is there a difference between art and craft? - Laura Morelli
Was da Vinci an artistic genius? Sure, but he was also born in the right place at the right time -- pre-Renaissance, Western artists got little individual credit for their work. And in many non-Western cultures, traditional forms have...
Crash Course
Intro to Psychology - Crash Course Psychology
What does Psychology mean? Where does it come from? Hank gives you a 10 minute intro to one of the more tricky sciences and talks about some of the big names in the development of the field. Welcome to Crash Course Psychology!!!
Crash Course Kids
Let's Take a Hike
Today we're going to take a hike up Mt. Kilimanjaro so we can talk about how the geosphere changes based on many different things. On the same mountain we can travel through many different habitats like rain forests, savannas, and...
TED Talks
Read Montague: What we're learning from 5,000 brains
Mice, bugs and hamsters are no longer the only way to study the brain. Functional MRI (fMRI) allows scientists to map brain activity in living, breathing, decision-making human beings. Read Montague gives an overview of how this...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Why should you read "Hamlet"? - Iseult Gillespie
Explore William Shakespeare’s classic tragedy, “Hamlet,” a play about conspiracy, deception and the tragic consequences of indecision. -- “Who’s there?” Whispered in the dark, this question begins a tale of conspiracy, deception and...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: Who am I? A philosophical inquiry - Amy Adkins
Throughout the history of mankind, the subject of identity has sent poets to the blank page, philosophers to the agora and seekers to the oracles. These murky waters of abstract thinking are tricky to navigate, so it's probably fitting...
TED Talks
Matthieu Ricard: The habits of happiness
What is happiness, and how can we all get some? Biochemist turned Buddhist monk Matthieu Ricard says we can train our minds in habits of well-being, to generate a true sense of serenity and fulfillment.
TED Talks
TED: Wisdom from great writers on every year of life | Joshua Prager
As different as we humans are from one another, we all age along the same great sequence, and the shared patterns of our lives pass into the pages of the books we love. In this moving talk, journalist Joshua Prager explores the stages of...
TED Talks
Hannah Gadsby: Three ideas. Three contradictions. Or not.
Hannah Gadsby's groundbreaking special "Nanette" broke comedy. In a talk about truth and purpose, she shares three ideas and three contradictions. Or not.
Crash Course
The Growth of Knowledge: Crash Course Psychology
How does our knowledge grow? It turns out there are some different ideas about that. Schemas, Four-Stage Theory of Cognitive Development, and Vygotsky's Theory of Scaffolding all play different roles but the basic idea is that children...
Curated Video
Navigating the World
Eight established researchers provide real-world examples of the relevance of TOK (Theory of Knowledge) concepts in their research. This interdisciplinary TOK Sampler explores the challenges of navigating diverse, and sometimes...
Curated Video
Phospholipids: types, structure and function
What exactly are phospholipids, and how do they contribute to the structure and function of cell membranes? In this video, we will explore the world of phospholipids, including their chemical structure, properties, and functions in the...
Curated Video
The Power of Meditation: Ancient Practice for Modern Life
This video provides a brief introduction to the ancient practice of meditation. It explains the concept of focusing the mind on one thing, often the breath, and highlights the various ways in which different religions and cultures have...
Curated Video
Learning About Justice and Fairness in Outer Space
In this video, Nova teaches kids about the concept of justice and fairness. Through engaging visuals and explanations, Nova explains what justice means and why it is important for society. The video also emphasizes the importance of...
Curated Video
Cyber Security for Absolute Beginners - 2022 Edition - Part 02 - Anatomy of a Social Engineering Attack
This video will examine hackers' process of creating an attack using the social engineering technique.
Curated Video
Tips for Becoming an Independent Kid and Staying Safe
In this video, children learn about the importance of staying safe and becoming independent. They are taught how to handle situations with strangers and are encouraged to practice activities that help them become more self-reliant, such...
Curated Video
Feats of Strength and Power: Building Strength in Mind, Body, and Character
In this video, Nova introduces kids to the concept of strength and its different forms. Through personal stories and examples, Nova explains mental strength, physical strength, and strength of character. The video emphasizes the...
Curated Video
How to Remember Names: The Top 7 Ways
Are you one of those people who 'just can't remember names'? The fact is that almost everybody can. It's just that we either don't choose to put in the effort, or we don't know the techniques. So, here are my top 7 ways to remember...
Curated Video
How to Use Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking is defined as the objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment. Whether it’s a CFO brainstorming ways to finance a last-minute project or an intern calculating how many pizzas to order for...
Curated Video
Only In Netherlands 15 - Polar Bear's Surprise Snow Day
Polar Bear's Surprise Snow Day:At a zoo, the only polar bear wakes up in the middle of summer to find that it has snowed overnight, creating an unusual and delightful scene.
Curated Video
If it's Not an Unambiguous Yes... [How to Avoid Disappointment]
A simple thought from me today. It's something I often tell people in live training. If it's not an unambiguous yes... Treat it as a 'no'. An Unambiguous Yes... So, that means: • 'maybe' • 'I thinks so' • 'In principle' • 'Ye-e-e-s-s-s'...