SciShow
The WHO Says Diet Soda Causes Cancer. Does It?
The World Health organization recently added aspartame, an artificial sweetener used in diet soda and tea, to its list of possibly carcinogenic substances. But will diet soda really give you cancer? We look at the science behind the...
SciShow
Science on Trial in Italy
Hank has some thoughts on the news that several Italian scientists who were convicted of 29 counts manslaughter for making an "inadequate risk-assessment" before an earthquake.
SciShow
Surprising Uses for Fungi You May Not Know
You've probably heard that theres a fungus among us—but how much of fungi are helpful vs harmful? Turns out there's quite a grey area! Join Stefan Chin for a new episode of SciShow and learn more about the multipurpose world of fungi!
SciShow
What We Know About the New Coronavirus January 2020
The WHO has declared the new coronavirus a global public health emergency—but that doesn't mean you should panic.
SciShow
Science on Trial in Italy
Hank has some thoughts on the news that several Italian scientists who were convicted of 29 counts manslaughter for making an "inadequate risk-assessment" before an earthquake.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: What causes panic attacks, and how can you prevent them? | Cindy J. Aaronson
Countless poets and writers have tried to put words to the experience of a panic attack— a sensation so overwhelming, many people mistake it for a heart attack, stroke, or other life-threatening crisis. Studies suggest that almost a...
TED Talks
Emma Belcher: 3 questions we should ask about nuclear weapons
There are more than 10,000 nuclear weapons in existence today, each one capable of causing immense destruction. Why don't we talk about this threat as much as some other major issues? In this practical talk, nuclear security expert Emma...
SciShow
The Bacon Hoax & the Next REAL Food Shortage
Hank eases our minds about the alleged bacon shortage, and informs us of some actual meat shortages we may see the effects of in the coming years.
MinuteEarth
The Secrets of Extreme Breath Holding
Humans can hold our breath longer than we think by taking advantage of our body’s innate survival instincts - and then ignoring them. __________________________________________ To learn more, start your googling with these keywords:...
TED Talks
TED: How to tap into your awareness -- and why meditation is easier than you think | Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche
Meditation asks you to slip into a state of serene presence. But why does something that sounds effortless often feel so difficult? In this lighthearted invitation, spiritual leader Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche shares three steps to help you...
SciShow
Why We Respond to Disasters with Altruism
The idea that humans react to disasters by losing control and acting selfishly is all too prevalent, especially in movies and television. But recent studies on altruism may provide evidence that this isn’t always the case, and this...
Wonderscape
The Beginning of the Great Depression
This video explains the events leading up to the stock market crash of 1929 and the start of the Great Depression. It discusses how easy access to credit and stock investments led to a booming economy in the 1920s, followed by panic and...
Curated Video
Rust Programming 2023 - A Comprehensive Course for Beginners - Error Handling in Rust
This video helps with error handling in Rust. This clip is from the chapter "Intermediate to Advanced Videos in Rust" of the series "Rust Programming 2023 - A Comprehensive Course for Beginners".null
Curated Video
Animal Myths Uncovered: Cucumbers, Frozen Fish, and Painting Elephants
This segment demystifies popular animal videos, including cats terrified of cucumbers, a fish that 'comes back to life' after being frozen, and an elephant that paints. Learn the biological and behavioral truths behind these viral...
Curated Video
Battling Acne: Insights and Innovations
This segment dives into the common issue of acne, exploring its causes and the science behind treatments. Discover how hormonal changes trigger sebum overproduction, leading to clogged pores and breakouts. Learn from experts about the...
Curated Video
Facing Fear: Understanding and Overcoming Phobias
Delve into the intense world of phobias, where everyday objects and situations trigger debilitating fear. Explore the distinction between fear and phobia, understand what happens in the brain during a fearful response, and discover...
Curated Video
CompTIA A+ Certification Core 2 (220-1102) - Kernel Panic
A kernel panic is an unrecoverable error, generated by every operating system, to inform the user that a serious problem has taken place in the system. Kernel panics look scary, but to an informed tech they're often very easy to fix if...
Curated Video
Trek to Vasuki Tal: a Lesson in Overcoming Obstacles
Kovid Mittall and his group find themselves in a dangerous landslide zone. They then face a critical 90-degree vertical climb to reach their final base camp at Vasuki Tal. Despite the danger and the physical strain, Mittall and his team...
The Guardian
Finding a Voice After Years of Silence
After years of surgery and therapy, Sam is finally regaining his voice. It has been an emotional journey that included struggling with speech difficulties, feelings of desperation, and a breakthrough moment. He expresses gratitude and...
The Guardian
A Difficult Journey Through Vocal Recovery
Sam and his bandmates discuss the frustration Sam feels being unable to speak most of the time, despite successful surgery to remove a vocal polyp. He tries voice coaching to address his struggles with vocal strain, fear, panic attacks,...
The Guardian
A Punk Singer Loses His Voice
Sam is a 27-year-old music-teaching, sovereign ring-wearing, chanting Buddhist. He is the lead singer of an up-and-coming punk band - but he’s also mute ... at least for most of the time. After two unsuccessful vocal chord operations,...
Curated Video
REAL Speaking Models for New IELTS - IELTS Energy Podcast 1240
Hear how the IELTS Speaking Exam REALLY happens today, as we give you model answers and handle examiner interruptions with cool, calm, and confidence. Listen and then practice like us.