One in three workers globally will see their jobs disrupted by AI and tech advancements this decade — but there's a way to stay ahead of the curve. Skill-building strategist Sagar Goel shares practical examples from a partnership with...

Economic crises can and do happen. But for every true crisis, there are many false alarms, says economist Philipp Carlsson-Szlezak. He explains how to live with the media's pervasive economic doomsaying, why we should stop treating...

From Pokémon, to fMRI, to the relationship between masculine norms and mental health, 2016 left us with some interesting psych news to ponder.

There's a downside to the upside, and believe it or not, an upside to the downside. Here's why considering the worst case might lead to better outcomes. Hosted by: Hank Green (he/him)

How does psychological trauma affect children's developing brains? In this powerful talk, social worker Luis H. Zayas discusses his work with refugees and asylum-seeking families at the US-Mexico border. What emerges is a stunning...

How do con artists manage to scam millions? Why do people choose to follow great leaders, or horrible ones? How do CEOs get better deals in the boardroom? Influence. In this episode of Crash Course Business, Evelyn chats to us about what...

From Pokémon, to fMRI, to the relationship between masculine norms and mental health, 2016 left us with some interesting psych news to ponder.

Are we born to be optimistic, rather than realistic? Tali Sharot shares new research that suggests our brains are wired to look on the bright side -- and how that can be both dangerous and beneficial.

John Green teaches you about Voltaire's hugely important Enlightenment novel, Candide. Candide tells a pretty wild story, but for the most part, it's about the best of all possible worlds. Which, spoiler alert, doesn't seem to be the...

What would you do if your job was to save the planet? When Christiana Figueres was tapped by the uN to lead the Paris climate conference (COP 21) in December 2015, she reacted the way many people would: she thought it would be impossible...

Every great and difficult thing has required a strong sense of optimism, says editor and author Kevin Kelly, who believes that we have a moral obligation to be optimistic. Tracing humanity's progress throughout history, he's observed...

Some days, it's hard to be optimistic. But cynicism -- the idea that people are inherently selfish, greedy and dishonest -- is making humanity lonelier and more divided, says psychologist Jamil Zaki. Presenting fascinating research on...

This decade is a moment of choice unlike any we have ever lived, says Christiana Figueres, the architect of the historic 2015 Paris Agreement. The daughter of Costa Rica's beloved President José Figueres Ferrer, she shares how her...

It’s nice to think that every rover we land on Mars is totally unique, but isn’t it even nicer to know that they’ve got a twin or even a triplet here on Earth making sure they’re up for the job ahead?

Pupil outcome: I can understand and explain the presentation and significance of Sheila in ‘An Inspector Calls’. Key learning points: - Sheila’s journey in the play can be described as transformative. - The Inspector emotionally impacts...

Pupil outcome: I can explore the theme of collaboration in the story. Key learning points: - A theme is a big idea or lesson that the author wants you to explore & understand through reading the story. - Readers can interpret themes and...

Pupil outcome: I can explain how Rupert Brooke presents the experience of dying at war. Key learning points: - Brooke's poem is arguably patriotic - the soldier loves his homeland - The poem is also quite idealistic - the soldier...

Pupil outcome: I can explain how Sheila's character development could reflect changing attitudes towards gender and class expectations. Key learning points: - Priestley initially presents Sheila as naive and entitled. - Other characters...

The Roaring 20s was a decade of extremes in the United States, as the country slowly moved from boom to bust. So how did an era of peace and prosperity end with the Great Depression?

In this video, the host Jade interviews Beatrice the Bear, who represents love and shares her insights on the importance of love in our lives. Through a heartwarming story, Beatrice emphasizes the significance of showing love to others,...

In this video, Melissa, a guest from the Maasai Mara in Kenya, discusses the importance of sincerity. Through a story about two friends and their project, Melissa highlights the value of being honest without hurting others' feelings. She...

In this video, Allegra the Ant teaches us about the importance of cooperation and teamwork. Through a story about volleyball, we learn how a group of children came together to fix their worn-out court by organizing, seeking donations,...

In this video, Paco the Macaw teaches children about the importance of communication. Through examples and storytelling, Paco explains how communication involves both verbal and nonverbal signals, and how it helps build relationships and...

I guess we all know - in broad terms - what psychology is. But what about Positive Psychology? It sounds like it should be a force for good. And it is. So, what is Positive Psychology?