PBS
New book details U.S. government’s UFO investigations and search for alien life
Since the 1940s, unidentified flying objects have been a part of our nation’s cultural phenomena. But for the U.S. government, UFOs have been a mystery and something the military has been investigating for decades. Amna Nawaz discussed...
MinutePhysics
Confessions of a Youtuber
One Minute Physics provides an energetic and entertaining view of old and new problems in physics -- all in one minute!
TED Talks
TED: How to squeeze all the juice out of retirement | Riley Moynes
Despite common belief, retirement takes more than financial planning. And while you may be beyond ready to go on permanent vacation, you also have to psychologically prepare for when the novelty wears off. Riley Moynes explains the four...
PBS
As Evanston, Illinois Approves Reparations For Black Residents, Will The Country Follow?
The nation's first government-backed reparations initiative was green lit
this week in Evanston, Illinois, a Chicago suburb where about 16 percent of
its 75,000 residents are Black. The city council has promised $10 million
over 10...
PBS
Counting the benefits of teaching math to 3-year-olds
"In Boston public schools, 3, 4 and 5-year-olds are getting their first introduction to math. Before they walk through the kindergarten door, the "Building Blocks" curriculum is designed to encourage very young children to think and talk...
3Blue1Brown
A few of the best math explainers from this summer
Announcement for the results of the first Summer of Math Exposition
TED Talks
TED: Work is not your family | Gloria Chan Packer
You may need to hear this (if you haven't already): your job is not your family. While you can develop meaningful relationships with your colleagues, calling work your family can actually breed burnout and be detrimental to your mental...
SciShow
SciShow Quiz Show: Dave Loos
Hank and the gang return with SciShow Quiz Show, where Sci Show's resident geniuses compete to win prizes for our subscribers!
Bozeman Science
What is the HHMI? Why is it amazing?
I visited the Howard Hughes Medical Institute last week.
TED Talks
TED: A black man goes undercover in the alt-right | Theo E.J. Wilson
In an unmissable talk about race and politics in America, Theo E.J. Wilson tells the story of becoming Lucius25, white supremacist lurker, and the unexpected compassion and surprising perspective he found from engaging with people he...
TED Talks
TED: 5 ways to kill your dreams | Bel Pesce
All of us want to invent that game-changing product, launch that successful company, write that best-selling book. And yet so few of us actually do it. TED Fellow and Brazilian entrepreneur Bel Pesce breaks down five easy-to-believe...
SciShow
Taboos of Science
Hank discusses some of the taboos which have plagued scientific inquiry in the past and a few that still exist today.
TED Talks
Sebastian Wernicke: Lies, damned lies and statistics (about TEDTalks)
In a brilliantly tongue-in-cheek analysis, Sebastian Wernicke turns the tools of statistical analysis on TEDTalks, to come up with a metric for creating "the optimum TEDTalk" based on user ratings. How do you rate it? "Jaw-dropping"?...
TED Talks
TED: Prepare for a good end of life | Judy MacDonald Johnston
Thinking about death is frightening, but planning ahead is practical and leaves more room for peace of mind in our final days. In a solemn, thoughtful talk, Judy MacDonald Johnston shares 5 practices for planning for a good end of life.
SciShow
The Next X Prize: Artificial Intelligence!
Hank takes you to the next frontier of innovation: the XPrize for Artificial Intelligence, talking about how true AI can be measured, and what the future might look like.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: How do you know whom to trust? - Ram Neta
We believe a lot of things because we've been told - from our personal acquaintances and also experts. With so many belief systems being passed to us, how do we know whom to trust? Using contemporary examples, Ram Neta explains when...
TED Talks
TED: Sex education should start with consent | Kaz
Consent can be a tricky topic to talk about in sex education curriculums, but it doesn't have to be. In this hilarious and relatable talk, sex educator and TED Fellow Kaz offers a fresh look at teaching young people about the core...
TED Talks
Lisa Bu: How books can open your mind
What happens when a dream you've held since childhood ... doesn't come true? As Lisa Bu adjusted to a new life in the United States, she turned to books to expand her mind and create a new path for herself. She shares her unique approach...
TED Talks
Liz Kleinrock: How to teach kids to talk about taboo topics
When one of Liz Kleinrock's fourth-grade students said the unthinkable at the start of a class on race, she knew it was far too important a teachable moment to miss. But where to start? Learn how Kleinrock teaches kids to discuss taboo...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Andy Hargreaves - The Age of Identity: Who Do Our Kids Think They Are & How Do We Help Them Belong?
Andy Hargreaves is Visiting Professor at the University of Ottawa in Canada and Research Professor at Boston College in the US. He is an elected member of the US National Academy of Education, former President of the International...
Curated Video
Get Hired: Virtual Networking
The future of communication is upon us with virtual networking that enables us to adapt to social distancing requirements while staying connected. Let's start taking full advantage of this virtual networking smorgasbord by taking action!...
Curated Video
Risk Response Strategies wins PM Update MVP Award
I am proud that the OnlinePMCourses feature article, 'Risk Response Strategies: Full Roundup' has won PM Updates Most Valuable Post (MVP) award in the Risk Management Category.
Curated Video
How to Facilitate a Meeting
As a Project Manager, you’ll often need to facilitate meetings. In this video, we will look at the basic facilitation techniques and the disciplines for how to facilitate a meeting. Here's what this video covers 00:00 - Project Managers...
Curated Video
Where do Ideas Come From? 5 Ways to Get Creative
Where do ideas come from? Creativity and innovation are a little mysterious. But they are important for anyone who works on a project management environment. So, in this video, I will share my thoughts on where ideas come from. And I'll...