Kateri Tekakwitha's journey from a Mohawk village to Catholic sainthood reflects the intertwined tales of faith and colonization in 17th century America.

As a queer Black lawyer, poet and civil rights activist, Pauli Murray understood how our different identities can overlap to create multiple levels of discrimination. Her groundbreaking work in championing equality for all helped change...

As the political situation in Ndongo worsened, Mbandi slipped into a deep depression and relied on Nzinga more and more for personal and political advice. Nzinga used this as an opportunity to weaken her brother's rule and solidify her...

This video discusses the impact of the declining buffalo population in India on the local economy, particularly in the beef industry. It also explores the controversial beef ban in the country, which has led to unemployment and violence...

In this video, we spend time with a cow protection group to understand why they are so passionate about the cow. The video highlights the deep-rooted cultural and religious significance of cattle in India and the controversy surrounding...

In this video, the owner of a legendary Mumbai restaurant discusses how they continue to serve beef despite a statewide ban. The video also highlights the impact of the ban on the beef industry, including job losses and the exclusion of...

Listen to two individual perspectives on why the cow has polarized India and why compassion for the cow may be missing from both sides.<br/>
Deciphering India, The Sacred Cow part 9/9

In this video, the narrator explores the impact of a recent beef ban in Mumbai, India, imposed by the state government. Learn what it is like to search for a restaurant serving beef in Mumbai.<br/>
Deciphering India, The Sacred Cow part 3/9

"Wise men" or "Magi?" What did this mean for the inhabitants of the ancient Mediterranean?

The history of music in Mesopotamia in the ancient world

The Fourteenth Day

DAY 14 | STORY | The Wicked Tricks of Till Owlyglass - Kids' Poems and Stories With Michael
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When we hear how Till Owlyglass kept up his tricks even on his deathbed, and what a curious event took place...

In this episode we examine the topic: Mandaeism: The Last Gnostic Religion?

Learn of some radical products that could help farmers get out of debt by owning cows. Also, learn how the leather industry has been affected by the ban in a slum in Mumbai.<br/>
Deciphering India, The Sacred Cow part 8/9

In this video, we explore the historical significance of spelt, a grain that was often associated with peasants and the lower class. However, we also discover how spelt has been revered by visionary figures like St Hildegard von...

This short video looks at why the Ancient Maya believed in sacrifice and how they carried it out - not too gruesome but not for the feint-hearted either.

How well do you know your classical composers? Find out with our name the composer quiz! We present ten facts about a random composer, see if you can guess the correct answer by the end of the video.

He fought side-by-side with Joan of Arc, but he also held terrible secret. Meet Gilles de Rais - medieval serial killer.

Zach Linge reads their poem "Fingers on a Gay Man

MOT 1953: BANGKOK, THAILAND: SEVENTH-DAY FUNERAL RITES: Sam Ruay's husband offering prayer, lighting incense, photograph Sam Ruay, VS Monks eating family provided meal, monk reading scroll, female mourners, Sam Ruay's husband offering...

MOT 1935: WASHINGTON TOP REPORTERS: EXT & Garden of upscale private club. Sir Wilmot Lewis of London Times seated in garden w/ Arthur Krock Lewis talking about Father Coughlin Krock saying both the priest & 'Kingfish' (Huey Long)...

Hamlet is back in town! As soon as he arrives in Denmark, however, he discovers some terrible news and is challenged to a deadly duel. As the final scene unravels, will justice finally be restored in Denmark?

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MOT 1939: US TERRITORY OF GUAM: Silhouette of man throwing fishing net into water w/ palm tree FG. Indigenous people praying in church. Priest. Spanish-American War cannon. Chamorro (Mariana Islands Indigenous people) U.S. Navy sailors...

This video covers the romantic relationships, both rumored and real, of Queen Elizabeth and Lady Katherine Grey. It also details the eventual secret wedding ceremony between Lady Katherine and Edward Seymour.

Learn how an ex-diamond trader created a state-of-the-art cow shed. His radical plans and dedication to the well-being of the cows are inspiring and highlight the importance of sustainable farming practices.

Deciphering India, The...