History Hit
Michael Scott on Classical Connections: Humanities interest then and now
How different is the ancient world from the modern world? Why is cherry picking history not a good thing compared to looking at the big picture of it? ***The interviewers audio is lower than the guest speaker*** Michael Scott on...
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China, Bezeklik Thousands Caves
The complex of Buddhist cave grottos dating from the 5th to 14th century between the cities of Turpan and Shanshan at the north-east of the Taklamakan Desert near the ancient ruins of Gaochang in the Mutou Valley, a gorge in the Flaming...
The Africa Channel
The Soul of Ashanti: Inside the amazing Ashanti Grand Durbur in Ghana.mp4
Trace the history of the Ashanti Kingdom’s Golden Stool -- one of the most important sacraments of the kingdom -- from the time it is believed to have arrived in 1695 to present day Ghana.
Espresso Media
Walls of Venice: Battling Tourism and Climate Change
Walls of Venice part 1/8: This video discusses the challenges faced by the city of Venice due to its unique geographical location and the impact of tourism and climate change. Overall, the video provides a comprehensive overview of the...
Independent Producers
Hebrew: An Evolving Language
Modern Hebrew is one of the two official languages of Israel. But for 1,700 years it wasn't spoken. This radio story describes how new words are added to the Hebrew language today. It also explores the history of Hebrew, its decline over...
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Greek Theatre, Delos Island
The ancient Greek drama was a theatrical culture that flourished in ancient Greece from 700 BC. The city-state of Athens, which became a significant cultural, political, and military power during this period, was its center, where it was...
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Italy, Venice - Santa Maria della Salute church
There are more than 250 churches in Venice, both consecrated and desecrated. Obviously, the sacred ones are first of all places of worship, but all together they make up a cultural, artistic and human heritage of inestimable value.
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Turkey, Sardis - ancient Roman bath-gymnasium
The Bath-Gymnasium complex, one of at least two monumental bath buildings in the city, is located near the northwestern city limits and covers 23,000 square meters. In plan, the complex belongs to a Roman bath type called "Imperial"...
Brave Wilderness
You'll NEVER guess how I caught this lizard!
On this episode of Breaking Trail, Coyote makes the craziest lizard catch of his life when he scales a 30ft tree after a huge Sand Monitor! Monitor lizards are far and away the largest lizards on earth and a variety of their species can...
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Unlocking the Mysteries of Dreams
This video explores the fascinating world of dreams, discussing their nature, purpose, and the various theories surrounding them. Explore the vivid experiences during the rapid eye movement stage of sleep and the role dreams play in...
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Slovenia, Sempeter Roman necropolis
_empeter is best known for its ancient necropolis. The Roman road from Aquilea to Poetovio ran through the area, and the location at _empeter is in line with the Roman custom of burial grounds near main roads outside their cities. It was...
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Italy, Venice - San Giacomo di Rialto church
There are more than 250 churches in Venice, both consecrated and desecrated. Obviously, the sacred ones are first of all places of worship, but all together they make up a cultural, artistic and human heritage of inestimable value.
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Exploring the Ancient Wonders of Luxor, Egypt
Explore the ancient wonders of Luxor, Egypt. Travel into the desert to witness the Valley of the Kings and Queens, where legendary pharaohs and royalty rest in sacred tombs adorned with mesmerizing reliefs and hieroglyphics. Luxor offers...
The Africa Channel
The Soul of Ashanti: Ghanas' Ashanti people prepare of the Grand Durbur festival
Trace the history of the Ashanti Kingdom’s Golden Stool -- one of the most important sacraments of the kingdom -- from the time it is believed to have arrived in 1695 to present day Ghana.
NASA
NASA | Measuring Mars' Ancient Ocean
For decades, planetary scientists have suspected that ancient Mars was a much warmer, wetter environment than it is today, but estimates of just how much water Mars has lost since its formation vary widely. Now, new isotopic measurements...
Independent Producers
Citizenship in Athens
In ancient Greece, people were thrown out or ostracized from the city because they broke the rules. Anyone could get ostracized – kicked out of the city for 10 years – based on voting done by the citizens using broken pieces of pottery....
Next Animation Studio
Ancient enemy built big neighborhood in Mayan city
Researchers used laser technology to scan a hill next to an ancient Mayan city and were shocked to find the hill was actually ruins of structures from a different civilization.
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Italy, Venice - San Vidal church
There are more than 250 churches in Venice, both consecrated and desecrated. Obviously, the sacred ones are first of all places of worship, but all together they make up a cultural, artistic and human heritage of inestimable value.
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Italy, Venice - Santa Maria Zobenigo church
There are more than 250 churches in Venice, both consecrated and desecrated. Obviously, the sacred ones are first of all places of worship, but all together they make up a cultural, artistic and human heritage of inestimable value.
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Bulgaria, Starosel - Horizon Thracian Tomb
The Thracian Temple Complex at Starosel covers six underhill temples, four of which are unique, as well as a few royal burials. The large temple at Chetinyova Mogila and the Horizon temple are open for tourist visits
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Croatia, Salona ancient city - Roman baths
Salona, the capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia, is situated in one of the most beautiful baysof the East Adriatic coast. Salona, as stated by Strabo, had originally been a coastal base, fortification and a port used by the...
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Italy, Pompeii - House of the Faun
The House of the Faun was built in the 2nd century BC during the Samnite period (80 BC). There is evidence, most notably in the eastern walls of the tetrastyle atrium, that after the great earthquake in AD 62, the House of the Faun was...
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Exploring Naples: Pizza, History, and Sweet Delights
Join us on a captivating journey to Naples, Italy - a city steeped in history, bursting with vibrant culture, and renowned for its delectable cuisine. In this video, we delve into the many facets that make Naples a must-visit destination.
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Vocabulary for IELTS: Stop Using ‘Ancient’ Wrong!
Today you’ll learn to stop using the word ‘ancient’, and learn better vocabulary for your IELTS score.