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A Midsummer Night's Dream 5.1 Interview: Theseus and Hippolyta
This video presents a fictional interview with Theseus and Hippolyta, exploring their perspectives at the end of "A Midsummer Night's Dream." The discussion delves into their thoughts on the events of the play, including the enchanted...
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 3.1 Interview:Quince, Snug, Bottom, Flute, Snout, Starveling
This video captures a humorous behind-the-scenes look at the Athenian workers from "A Midsummer Night's Dream" as they prepare for their play in the woods. The segment highlights their quirky problem-solving discussions, emphasizing the...
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 2.2 Interview: Helena and Lysander
This video explores a critical scene from Act 2, Scene 2 of Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," where the complexities of love and desire are vividly examined through the interactions of Helena and Lysander. Viewers gain insight...
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Were These Mythical Warriors Real?
Ancient tales of this tribe of warrior women who fought epic battles and established great cities continue to inspire storytellers in modern times. The legend challenges traditional gender roles and inspires narratives of female...
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Have Humans Always Feared Sharks?
Despite the extreme rarity of attacks on humans, Sharks have become perhaps the most widely feared animals on the planet. How did this happen? They're not naturally aggressive towards humans and kill fewer people each year than falling...
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Slender Man: How The Internet Created a Monster
Dr. Zarka explains the timeline of this Internet folklore sensation, examining how unlike so many other monster origins stories, we know exactly when and why this one was created. From Creepypasta to video games, horror movies to...
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Laugh the Pain Away (Srsly)
Discover the power of laughter yoga and how it can transform lives and create happiness worldwide.
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How Bill Nye Got Into the Rap Game (Sort Of)
Discover the untold story of creating the iconic Bill Nye theme song and the legendary composer behind it.
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Biography:Mary McLeod Bethune: American Educator
Mr. Griot reviews the meanings of the words genre, nonfiction, and biography. After reading a biography of Mary McLeod Bethune, Mr. Griot relates the components of the story to the elements of a biography.
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How the Language From the Sims Was Created
Step into the captivating world of Simlish, the fictional language that breathed life into one of the most iconic life simulation games—The Sims. From its humble beginnings in the year 2000 to becoming a global phenomenon, Simlish has...
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Rapid Harvest, The Rush to Gather a Million Christmas Trees
Dive into the intense, six-week race to harvest a million Christmas trees in Oregon, the U.S.'s top supplier.
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Robert Burns:The Bard of Scotland
Mr. Griot teaches about the poet Robert Burns by reviewing the biography, “The Bard of Scotland.”
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RJ Rappaport, Mastering the Art of Legal Prop Money for Hollywood
Discover how RJ Rappaport creates authentic, legal prop money for top film, TV, and music video productions.
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Boston Typewriter Orchestra, Crafting Music with Vintage Keys
Discover how the Boston Typewriter Orchestra turns vintage typewriters into musical instruments for unique performances.
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Macbeth Context: Witchcraft in Shakespeare's Time
This video examines the significance of witches in Shakespeare's Macbeth, highlighting how King James I's fascination with witchcraft influenced the inclusion of witches in the play. It explores the historical context of witch hunts in...
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Geography of Indonesia
Learn about the geography of the many island that make up the country of Indonesia!
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Macbeth 1.3 Language: Horrible Imaginings
This video examines a pivotal moment in Shakespeare's "Macbeth," where the witches' prophecy leads Macbeth to consider the possibility of becoming king. It delves into Macbeth's psychological turmoil as he imagines the dreadful act of...
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Macbeth 1.1 What the Critics Say
This video explores the varying interpretations of the supernatural elements in Shakespeare's "Macbeth" among different literary critics across centuries. It highlights the debates between critics like Samuel Johnson, who criticized the...
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Climbing Devils Tower, A climber's 50-year journey
Join Frank Sanders in his spiritual and thrilling climbs of the iconic Devils Tower.
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Hamlet 1.2 Why It's Cool
This video, examines the varied reactions audiences may have to Hamlet's intense response to his mother Gertrude's remarriage to Claudius, which he views as incestuous. It compares the situation to the Greek tragedy of Oedipus to...
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The Day Henry Met…A Bathysphere
Today Henry meets an old Bathysphere on the set of a cheesy “Deep Sea Adventurer” B-Movie. Henry learns all about what a bathysphere is, and all the weird and wonderful sea life living at the bottom of the ocean. Bathysphere has had...
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The Day Henry Met…A Library Card
Today Henry meets a Library card in a library. Henry has a school project to do so needs a book on History. Library Card wishes she could experience history herself and not just read about events in books. To do that library card would...
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The Day Henry Met…A Parachute
Henry meets a Parachute in an aeroplane hanger/flight school. it looks like a little duffle bag with a rip cord attached. Henry learns all about skydiving, parachutes and how they work. Parachute wants to do the worlds highest skydive...
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Beyond the Broom, Keanon Kyles' Operatic Triumph
Explore the inspiring journey of Keanon Kyles, a janitor by day and an internationally touring opera singer by night, as he challenges stereotypes and follows his dreams.