TED Talks
How to turn moments into momentum | Renee Montgomery
Inspired by the rising movement against racism in the US, WNBA champion Renee Montgomery made an unexpected decision: she opted out of her dream job. As she says in this stirring talk, she wanted to "make it felt," and that meant turning...
TED Talks
TED: St. James Infirmary Blues | Silk Road ensemble + Rhiannon Giddens
Singer Rhiannon Giddens joins international music collective Silk Road ensemble to perform "St. James Infirmary Blues," spiking the American folk song that Louis Armstrong popularized in the 1920s with Romani influence and mischievous...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: The science of stage fright (and how to overcome it) - Mikael Cho
Heart racing, palms sweating, labored breathing? No, you're not having a heart attack -- it's stage fright! If speaking in public makes you feel like you're fighting for your life, you're not alone. But the better you understand your...
TED Talks
Amanda Palmer: The art of asking
Don't make people pay for music, says Amanda Palmer: Let them. In a passionate talk that begins in her days as a street performer (drop a dollar in the hat for the Eight-Foot Bride!), she examines the new relationship between artist and...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The Higgs Field, explained - Don Lincoln
One of the most significant scientific discoveries of the early 21st century is surely the Higgs boson, but the boson and the Higgs Field that allows for that magic particle are extremely difficult to grasp. Don Lincoln outlines an...
TED Talks
Derek Sivers: How to start a movement
With help from some surprising footage, Derek Sivers explains how movements really get started. (Hint: it takes two.)
TED Talks
Frances Larson: Why public beheadings get millions of views
In a disturbing — but fascinating — walk through history, Frances Larson examines humanity's strange relationship with public executions … and specifically beheadings. As she shows us, they have always drawn a crowd, first in the public...
MinuteEarth
Why Can't We Get Power From Waves?
Wave power hasn’t yet made a splash because it’s hard to use waves to spin turbines, and because the sea is a harsh place to build things.
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SciShow
Why Do People Riot?
Peaceful protests can help people have their voices heard, but sometimes a protest becomes a more aggressive riot. How does that happen?
SciShow
Why Our Brains Recognize Faces So Easily... or Fail at It
We are constantly recognizing faces countless times a day, but how do our brains distinguish those faces so easily?
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: How two decisions led me to Olympic glory - Steve Mesler
From setback and injury to an Olympic gold medal -- see how confidently making decisions led one bobsledder down an unexpected pathway to victory.
TED-Ed
TED-ED: Why do animals form swarms? - Maria R. D'Orsogna
When many individual organisms come together and move as one entity, that's a swarm. From a handful of birds to billions of insects, swarms can be almost any size. They have no leader, and members interact only with their neighbors or...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: What did democracy really mean in Athens? - Melissa Schwartzberg
While we might consider elections to be the cornerstone of democracy, the Athenians who coined the term actually employed a lottery system to choose most of their politicians. Melissa Schwartzberg describes the ins and outs of the...
SciShow Kids
Amazing Animal Groups
Groups of animals have some really interesting names! Learn about them with Jessi and Squeaks!
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The story behind the Boston Tea Party - Ben Labaree
In 1776, American colonists were taxed heavily for importing tea from Britain. The colonists, not fans of "taxation without representation", reacted by dumping tea into the Boston Harbor, a night now known as the Boston Tea Party. Ben...
Curated Video
Only In Greece 9 - Outdoor Ice Skating in Central Athens
Outdoor Ice Skating in Central Athens:At the Royal Gardens in central Athens, people of all ages take advantage of the rare sight of an outdoor ice skating rink.
Curated Video
Only In Malaysia 6 - Nail Dancer
Nail Dancer:A dance artist aims for a record by performing on a bed of 10,000 nails, showcasing the fusion of artistry and physical endurance.
Curated Video
The Berlin Air Show: A Showcase of Aerospace Technology
The Berlin Air Show is a leading international aerospace exhibition held every two years at the Berlin Schoenfeld Airport. It showcases the latest advancements in aerospace technology, both civil and military, attracting exhibitors and...
Curated Video
Football Unites for Charity: Rebuilding Communities and Changing Lives
This video highlights two charity football matches that brought together international football legends to raise money for communities in need. The first match supported the rebuilding of a province in Indonesia after a devastating...
Curated Video
Charity Football Matches: Uniting Legends for a Good Cause
This video highlights the importance of using fame for a good cause in the football world. It showcases charity football matches, auctions, and campaigns that raise funds and awareness for various charitable initiatives. The video...
Curated Video
The Evolution of Wembley Stadium and Park Stadium: From Old to New
This video explores the history and construction of two iconic stadiums - Wembley Stadium in London and Park Stadium in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. It highlights the significance of these stadiums in hosting major sporting events and the...
Curated Video
The Glittering Career of Louis Figo: A Shining Example of Football Excellence
Louis Figo, a legendary footballer, rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most renowned players in the world. Known for his brilliance on the pitch and gentlemanly demeanor, Figo's career serves as an inspiration for young...
Curated Video
Maradona: A Football Legend's Impact on the World
This video highlights the post-retirement contributions of legendary footballer Diego Maradona. From sharing his knowledge with Boca Juniors to participating in charity events and friendly matches, Maradona's impact on and off the field...
Curated Video
Counting Crowds
When measuring very large data sets, like the crowd of 1.8 million who attended Obama's inauguration, often exact counting is impossible. Find out how statisticians use density samples to estimate their statistics. Maths - Accuracy And...