Brainwaves Video Anthology
Gary Peller - Teachers Make a Difference - Dr. Rudolf Makkreel
Gary Peller received his B.A. from Emory University and J.D. from Harvard University. After graduating from law school, where he served on the Harvard Law Review and won the Sears Prize, Professor Peller clerked for the Honorable Morris...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Lewis Gordon & Jason Stanley - When Philosophers Talk - Part 5
Lewis Gordon graduated in 1984 from Lehman College, CUNY, through the Lehman Scholars Program, with a Bachelor of Arts degree, magna cum laude and as a member of Phi Beta Kappa. He completed his Master of Arts and Master of Philosophy...
Amor Sciendi
The School of Athens: Visually Representing the Flow of Knowledge
We begin a two part series on Raphael's The School of Athens, located inside the Vatican Museum in Vatican City. Originally this painting sat above the philosophy books owned by Pope Julius II.
Nature League
Nature + Philosophy
In this special, 5th week edition of Nature League, Brit explores the concept of nature and life on Earth in the context of another discipline in a segment called "Nature+". In this episode, Brit is joined by philosophy professor Dr....
Mediacorp
The Guru of Yoga and Faith in India
This video explores the mass appeal and influence of Baba Ramdev, a renowned yoga guru in India. From his millions of followers to his claims of curing various ailments through yoga, the video delves into the world of faith,...
Five Thousand Years
History and Traditions of the Dragon Boat Festival (Duanwu Festival)
The Dragon Boat Festival is officially known as the Duanwu Festival in Chinese. Why is Duanwu Festival called the Dragon Boat Festival? Why do we celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival?
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Lewis Gordon & Jason Stanley - When Philosophers Talk - Part 6
Lewis Gordon graduated in 1984 from Lehman College, CUNY, through the Lehman Scholars Program, with a Bachelor of Arts degree, magna cum laude and as a member of Phi Beta Kappa. He completed his Master of Arts and Master of Philosophy...
Five Thousand Years
Dos and Don'ts of Chinese Etiquette Things You Should NEVER Do According to Chinese Tradition!
I grew up with many etiquette rules in my family, and I definitely think these rules helped shape me into a better version of myself. So today I’m going to share some of these with you, from posture, Chinese table manners, chopstick...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Dennis Littky - Follow Your Passion
Dennis Littky is co-founder and co-director of The Big Picture Company, The Met School and College Unbound. He is nationally known for his extensive work in secondary education in urban, suburban and rural settings, spanning over 40...
Mediacorp
Exploring the World of Babas
In this video, the narrator explores the world of babas and their promises to solve various problems through black magic and divine intervention. Through this journey, the video highlights the allure and potential dangers of relying on...
Five Thousand Years
What Makes A Great Emperor, President, Or Leader
The 2020 US election made me think, what makes a good president or leader? I thought what better way than to learn from ancient Chinese emperors who ruled China for thousands of years and see what worked and what did not? I looked into...
Institute of Art and Ideas
Is morality about thinking or feeling?
We think empathising with others is the route to a better world. But studies show that empathy encourages us to help one named child over ten anonymous others. Is morality strangely not about empathy at all? Does the moral way to act...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Lewis Gordon & Jason Stanley - When Philosophers Talk - Part 2
Lewis Gordon graduated in 1984 from Lehman College, CUNY, through the Lehman Scholars Program, with a Bachelor of Arts degree, magna cum laude and as a member of Phi Beta Kappa. He completed his Master of Arts and Master of Philosophy...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Lewis Gordon & Jason Stanley - When Philosophers Talk - Part 1
Lewis Gordon graduated in 1984 from Lehman College, CUNY, through the Lehman Scholars Program, with a Bachelor of Arts degree, magna cum laude and as a member of Phi Beta Kappa. He completed his Master of Arts and Master of Philosophy...
After Skool
PLAYING GOD - The Story of Synthetic Life
In 2016, the first synthetic organism of original design was created. When you hear this statement, what does it make you think of? The word synthetic does imply that something was built by man. But if you're imagining artificial...
After Skool
Social Media is Destroying Us - Joe Rogan & Elon Musk
Elon Musk is the founder, CEO, and lead designer of SpaceX; co-founder, CEO, and product architect of Tesla, Inc.; co-founder and CEO of Neuralink; co-founder of PayPal; and founder of the Boring Company. He is revolutionizing the auto...
After Skool
Is SeaWeed The Crop of the Future?
Despite its recently trendy, superfood status, seaweed has been used all over the world for thousands of years, but has most notably been a prominent part of Asian diets for the longest period of time, particularly in Japan, Korea and...
Five Thousand Years
How Confucius Created Emojis
Have you ever wondered where these monkey emojis come from? And why they are covering parts of their faces? And what does it have anything to do with Chinese philosopher Confucius (孔子 Kongzi)? In this video, I’ll explain the origin of...
Five Thousand Years
How to Wear Hanfu: Quju Shenyi (曲裾深衣) from the Han Dynasty
Quju Shenyi or Quju Pao (曲裾深衣/曲裾袍) is a common style during the Qin (221- 206 BCE) and subsequent Han (202 BCE- 220 CE) dynasties. This video will show you a step-by-step tutorial on how to wear Quju Shenyi or Quju Pao. I will also talk...
Five Thousand Years
This 4,700-Year-Old Calendar System is Still in Use Today!
The Chinese calendar has been in use for more than 4,700 years. And it incorporates the Chinese zodiac, the Yin and Yang, the Five Elements, Chinese astrology and much more. According to this system, this year 2020 is the year gengzi and...