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Your School Lunch in 1996
Travel back to the 90s lunchtime with Lunchables, Mondo, and Dunkaroos. The story behind iconic nostalgic snacks and drinks.
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The United States Government
Dr. Forrester describes some of the goods and services that our government provides. She explains the ways that the government receives money, and how the government must decide how best to spend the money.
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How Government Affects Us
Dr. Forrester explains how state government functions, and lists some of the public services it provides through tax revenue. She talks about members of the community and how common citizens can make important changes. She closes by...
Great Big Story
Celebrating the ordinary, Inside the Dull Men's Club
Discover how the Dull Men's Club finds joy in life's simple pleasures, from milk bottles to roundabouts.
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The Nuclear Arms Race: From First Lightning to Limited Test Ban Treaty
This video provides an overview of the nuclear arms race between the United States and the Soviet Union following the end of World War II. It highlights key events such as the testing of atomic and hydrogen bombs by both superpowers, the...
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The Iranian Hostage Crisis: A Turning Point in US-Iran Relations
This video provides a detailed account of the 1979 Iranian hostage crisis, where Islamic student militants held 52 American embassy staff hostage for 444 days in Tehran. The crisis, stemming from the aftermath of the Iranian Revolution...
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The Rise and Fall of Idi Amin: Uganda's Dictator
This video provides a detailed account of Idi Amin's rise to power and brutal dictatorship in Uganda from 1971 to 1979. Amin's reign was marked by widespread human rights violations, economic decline, and social disintegration, resulting...
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The Watergate Scandal: Nixon's Downfall and Resignation
This video provides a detailed account of the Watergate scandal, highlighting how President Richard Nixon became the first American president to resign from office in 1974 due to his involvement in the cover-up of the break-in at the...
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Harold Wilson's Diplomatic Efforts to End the Vietnam War
This video provides a detailed account of British Prime Minister Harold Wilson's efforts to end the Vietnam War in 1966. It highlights Wilson's diplomatic initiatives, including his travels to Moscow to seek Soviet assistance in...
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The Egyptian Revolution of 1952: Overthrowing the Monarchy and Establishing a Republic
This video outlines the 1952 Egyptian Revolution led by the Free Officers, resulting in the abolishment of the monarchy and the establishment of a Republic in Egypt. The revolution was fueled by grievances against King Farooq's perceived...
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The Boeing 707: A Giant of Aviation History
This video tells the inspiring story of Boeing's rise to aviation giant status. Through the perseverance and vision of founder William E. Boeing, the company transformed from a garage airplane manufacturing business into a leader in...
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The Rise and Reign of Fidel Castro: A Revolutionary Journey in Cuba
This video provides a detailed account of Fidel Castro's rise to power in Cuba, from his early political activism to the Cuban Revolution and his subsequent leadership as President. It highlights key events such as the overthrow of...
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The Legacy of John F. Kennedy: The Assassination That Shook the Nation
This video provides a detailed account of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963 in Dallas, Texas. It explores the events leading up to the assassination, the immediate aftermath, and the lasting impact on...
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Launching the Space Race: The Legacy of Sputnik One
This video recounts the historic launch of Sputnik One by the Soviet Union in 1957, marking the beginning of the space race between the USSR and the United States. This event led to increased focus and investment in space exploration by...
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The Assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.: A Tragic Moment in American History
This video provides a detailed account of the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. on April 4th, 1968, and the aftermath that followed, including the impact on the Civil Rights movement and the controversial trial of James Earl Ray,...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Larry Sabato - Teachers Make a Difference - Edgar F. Shannon, Jr.
In this video, Larry Sabato, the director of the University of Virginia Center for Politics and a university professor, reflects on his mentors and their influence throughout his educational and professional journey, particularly...
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Kate Warne: The Woman Who Saved Lincoln
Uncover the story of Kate Warne, America's first female detective, and her pivotal role in saving Abraham Lincoln.
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Let's Go There Santa Fe New Mexico and the Republic of Texas
Travel to Sante Fe, New Mexico and learn about its history and relationship to Texas
Wonderscape
Nelson Mandela's Legacy: From Freedom to Presidency
This video covers Mandela's transition from prisoner to president, focusing on his dedication to rebuilding South Africa and fostering unity post-apartheid. It highlights his Nobel Peace Prize win, his election as the first Black...
Wonderscape
Tragedy of the Indian Removal Act: The Muskogee and Seminole Resistance
This vieo explores the devastating consequences of the Indian Removal Act of 1830, focusing on President Andrew Jackson's aggressive policies towards indigenous peoples. It details the violent removal and forced migration of the Muskogee...
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The Impact of Internet and Technology on South Korea's Presidential Election
This video discusses how the recent South Korean presidential election utilized the power of the internet to target the crucial youth vote. With South Korea being the most wired country in the world, the campaign organizers recognized...
Financial Times
General Stanley McChrystal’s risk management lessons
Highlights of the retired general’s FT Board Director conversation with Andrew Hill, senior business writer, on how to assess and respond to risk, drawing on examples from the pandemic to Russia's Ukraine war.
Financial Times
Controversy clouds US solar development
FT Energy Source - To cut greenhouse gas emissions US President Joe Biden wants solar energy to provide 45 per cent of the nation’s power supply by 2050. It’s a hugely ambitious target, which will require millions, maybe billions of new...