SciShow
The Truth About the Keto Diet: Does Science Support It?
Keto was all the rage... until it wasn't. If you haven't heard of keto, welcome to the diet that promotes the consumption of ground beef, olive oil and lots of cheese... sounds like a dream, right? Maybe not. Join Michael Aranda for a...
SciShow
The Majestic Grolar Bear
Although polar bears and grizzly bears aren't all that similar and are definitely separate species, they can interbreed and create fertile offspring in the wild. Hank brings us the story of these misfit bears, which he likes to call...
TED Talks
Paul Nicklen: Animal tales from icy wonderlands
Diving under the Antarctic ice to get close to the much-feared leopard seal, photographer Paul Nicklen found an extraordinary new friend. Share his hilarious, passionate stories of the polar wonderlands, illustrated by glorious images of...
SciShow
How the Keto Diet Went from Arctic Staple to Bro-Science
The keto diet is a high fat, low carb diet that proponents say is not just great for losing weight, but is good for your brain health, too. Does the science behind the diet back those claims up? We delve into the origin of the keto diet...
TED Talks
Wade Davis: Dreams from endangered cultures
With stunning photos and stories, National Geographic Explorer Wade Davis celebrates the extraordinary diversity of the world's indigenous cultures, which are disappearing from the planet at an alarming rate.
Curated Video
The Real Impacts of Archaeology on Native Americans: Ep 7 of Crash Course Native American History
New ReviewArchaeology and anthropology are amazingly interesting fields, but they also have a legacy of dehumanizing and mistreating Native peoples. In this episode of Crash Course Native American History, we’ll uncover the dark history of Native...
Curated Video
State-of-the-art flight simulator lands in Edmonton
Inuit-owned Canadian North Airlines has revealed a new Boeing 737 flight simulator at the Edmonton International Airport. As the industry faces a pilot shortage, they say this facility is a huge step forward toward training the next...
Curated Video
Homage or appropriation: Inuit groups protest traditional knife knocks-offs
Inuit groups are criticizing the U.S.-based company Totchop for selling mass-produced plastic versions of the traditional Inuit ulu knife – a curved cutting tool with thousands of years of history. They say non-Inuit companies shouldn’t...
Curated Video
Calls for France to extradite former priest accused of sexual assault
A delegation has traveled to France to pressure the French government to extradite a former Oblate priest to Canada to face accusations of committing sexual assaults against Inuit children and youth while working as a priest in the...
Curated Video
Calls for France to extradite former Canadian priest accused of sexual assault
A delegation has traveled to France to pressure the French government to extradite a former Oblate priest to Canada to face accusations of committing sexual assaults against Inuit children and youth while working as a priest in the...
Curated Video
He moved from India to Labrador's most northern hotel, and checked into his best life
After five days with no flights in or out of Nain, every guest at the Atsanik Hotel has somewhere they're trying to go. But the person who’s furthest from home is right where they want to be. Pushpinder Behall has lived in some of the...
Curated Video
Indigenous doctor says CMA apology is an 'early first step'
The Canadian Medical Association apologized Wednesday for the past and present harms the medical profession has caused to First Nation, Inuit and Métis peoples. Dr. Mike Anderson, interim executive medical officer at Toronto’s Inner City...
Curated Video
Living in the Arctic
Pupil outcome: I can understand how people adapt to living in the harsh environments like the Arctic and can give an example. Key learning points: - Greenland is the largest non-continent island in the world, and nearly 80,000 people...
Bedtime History
The Inuit Peoples & Culture for Kids | The Arctic
In this episode, we explore the rich traditions of the Inuit, an Indigenous people who live in the Arctic regions of North America. We’ll learn how they build homes called igloos, travel across ice and snow, and hunt for food like seal...
Curated Video
Greenland: Brief Facts
What is Greenland, and why is it called that if it’s mostly covered in ice? In this video, we explore the basics of Greenland—its location, history, geography, and why it matters today. Learn about the world’s largest island, how it was...
Makematic
Indigenous Peoples in North America: West
Indigenous Peoples have thrived across the western portion of present day United States for more than 10,000 years, forming hundreds of distinct cultures and Nations. In this video, learn about the Inuit, Chinook, and Pueblo Nations.
Curated Video
Why Greenland Is So Incredibly Empty... It's Not Just The Ice
Greenland is a spectacle to behold! It's almost entirely covered in ice, yet there are some "green" areas. Still, the largest island in the world is home to only about 56,000 people making it one of the least densely populated regions of...
Curated Video
The Nez Perce last stand | Chief Joseph (Part 1)
The incredible story of the Nez Perce last stand in 1877 and their leader Chief Joseph.
Curated Video
Extreme Living: The Frozen North
How the inhabitants of one of the coldest environments on the planet have adapted their lifestyle to survive. Human Geography - Orientation And Settlements - Learning Points. People native to northern Canada, Greenland, Alaska and...
Curated Video
Omega-3: Healthy Fat?
The story of an extreme experiment which reversed scientific opinion on the health effects of omega-3 fatty acids. Chemistry - Chemical Industries - Learning Points. In 1979, Prof Sinclair conducted an extreme experiment to prove his...
Mythology & Fiction Explained
Sedna: The Sea Goddess and Spirit of the Underworld
Sedna is a central deity in Inuit mythology, known as the goddess of the sea and ruler of the underworld. Her origin stories vary but often involve a betrayal by her father, leading to her transformation into a powerful spirit who...
Mythology & Fiction Explained
Guardians and Legends of the Arctic: Polar Bears, Qallupilluit, and the Mahaha
Polar bears are apex predators in the Arctic and have been revered by the Inuit who relied on them for sustenance and clothing. Through rituals and offerings to Nanuk, the "Great Polar Bear," Inuit hunters sought favor for successful...
Mythology & Fiction Explained
Spirits of the Arctic: Exploring Inuit Beliefs and Mythology
The Arctic is far more than an icy tundra; it's home to the Inuit, a people with a rich cultural heritage. In this video, we're going to explore some of the deities, spirits, and legends of Inuit mythology. These stories reflect a...
Mythology & Fiction Explained
Torngarsuk: Guardian of the Underworld in Inuit Mythology
Torngarsuk is a powerful Inuit deity associated with death, the sea, and the underworld, often depicted as a one-armed man or a bear. While sometimes seen as a mischievous figure in outside interpretations, for the Inuit, he serves as a...