Intelligence Squared
Michael Weiss and Rana Kabbani: The weakness of the Syrian Army
Michael Weiss and Rana Kabbani on the weakness of the Syrian Army - IQ2 discussions.
History Hit
Africa, The Unknown History of Humankind: African culture and communities
How does the culture vary across the continent? How has colonialism affected African culture and its development? Africa, The Unknown History of Humankind, Part 2
The March of Time
1952: MIDDLE EAST: WS Egyptian pyramids, MS Arab man sitting, HA PAN Large protesting crowd, Oil field gas fire, young school boy holding up index finger, woman w/ girl child, blonde haired boy sitting BG. Questionable quality, poor focus.
MOT 1952: MIDDLE EAST: WS Egyptian pyramids, MS Arab man sitting, HA PAN Large protesting crowd, Oil field gas fire, young school boy holding up index finger, woman w/ girl child, blonde haired boy sitting BG. Questionable quality, poor...
The March of Time
Communal farming
MOT 1935: JERUSALEM: Guard gesturing outside walls of Jerusalem. WS Internationl YMCA building. Road crew breaking rocks w/ hammers. Dead Sea potash plant, people working. Orchestra giving outdoor performance for large seated crowd.
The March of Time
1952: BEIRUT, LEBANON: VS American University of Beirut students sitting outside talking (No SOT). MS Arab Legion border guards w/ weapon, MS Refugee, CU Arabic males, WS Arab male in traditional clothing sitting FG w/ oil field gas fires burning BG.
MOT 1952: BEIRUT, LEBANON: VS American University of Beirut students sitting outside talking (No SOT). MS Arab Legion border guards w/ weapon, MS Refugee, CU Arabic males, WS Arab male in traditional clothing sitting FG w/ oil field gas...
Hip Hughes History
The Iran Hostage Crisis of 1979 Explained
HipHughes explains the causes and effect of the Iran Hostage Crisis.
History Hit
The Ottoman Empire with Kate Fleet
The region stretching from eastern Europe and sweeping right across into Arabia and the north coast of Africa, was home to one of the most extraordinary empires in history: the Ottoman Empire. Along its routes flowed ideas, goods,...
History Hit
Africa, The Unknown History of Humankind: Unknown African history and its influences
What are the very early histories of Africa that are important that are unknown to us? How has African culture influenced the west over the centuries? Africa, The Unknown History of Humankind, Part 3
History Hit
Africa, The Unknown History of Humankind: African history
What drew Gus Casely-Hayford to researching African history? What aspects of African history and culture are commonly overlooked? Africa, The Unknown History of Humankind, Part 1
Weird History
Did Homosapiens Mate With Neanderthals?
Neanderthals coexisted with modern humans for tens of thousands of years, and the two groups certainly met. Evidence shows that Homo sapiens not only procreated with Neanderthals - they also slew and ate them.
NASA
Landsat 9, part 4: Plays Well With Others
Landsat is not the only satellite orbiting Earth and sending back data. It takes a team of data sets to get the full picture of what’s happening down on the surface of Earth. Episode 4 shows how Landsat is combined with other data sets...
Economics Explained
Why Turkey Is Not Fixing It's Hyperinflation Problem | Economics Explained
Turkey is one of the largest economies in the world and was up until recently growing rapidly every year. Why is it now driving itself into a hyperinflation crisis?
Australian Children's Television Foundation
Bushwhacked! - Series 2 - Episode 6 (Camels)
Back on terra firma this week, we’re exploring the red desert, mustering a camel before Kayne has to catch its urine and comb his hair with it!
Epic History TV
World War One: 1917
Epic History TV's year-by-year account of World War One continues into 1917. It is the year Germany makes a desperate gamble by reintroducing unrestricted submarine warfare. They hope to knock Britain out of the war in 6 months by...
Hip Hughes History
The Truman Doctrine Explained
A super quick overview of the Truman Doctrine and the beginning of the Cold War taking place in Turkey and Greece.
JJ Medicine
Schistosomiasis | Bilharziasis | Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Lesson on schistosomiasis (bilharziasis): Causes, Symptoms and Treatment. Schistosomiasis is caused by parasitic blood flukes from the genus schistosoma. Schistosoma cercariae penetrate human skin and enter the bloodstream of the...
Curated Video
Are There More Men Or Women In The World?
While the population statistic is around 102 men : 100 women, the birth rate is more skewed. Approximately 107 men are born for every 100 women. However, over time that number seems to even out. Over the course of millions of years of...
The Wall Street Journal
KIND Snacks Founder Daniel Lubetzky on Socially Conscious Leadership
Daniel Lubetzky explains why, in 2021, business leaders need to prioritize social impact more than ever, as well as his thoughts on the key traits needed to successfully lead a company-and a team-through challenging times.
Kult America
What Does Middle East Really Look Like?
In this episode of Kult America, we explore my first impressions of the middle eastern country of Qatar. Having spent 4 days in Doha, I found that as is the case in most places people are people. I was not approached or harassed by...
Hip Hughes History
The Persian Gulf War Explained: US History Review
HipHughes explains the major events that encompass the Persian Gulf War.
Institute of Art and Ideas
Are some cultural values better than others?
Western values have been extraordinarily successful. Yet now, we seem on the backfoot unsure of ourselves and sometimes embarrassed at our own past. Beset with postmodern doubts, do we need to revive belief in the value and importance of...
Curated Video
Disappearance and Rediscovery of Khorasan Wheat
This video explores the journey and various names of Khorasan wheat, an ancient grain that has traveled across continents and acquired different monikers. It highlights the importance of preserving and protecting not just this grain, but...
Religion for Breakfast
Göbekli Tepe: The World's Oldest Temple?
Göbekli Tepe is a massive monolithic complex in southeastern Turkey. Archaeologists have hypothesized that the site is the oldest temple known to humanity. But what do we know about it? And why do archaeologists think it is a religious...