SciShow
Buddha's Birthplace, Poop Transplants & 'Cryptic Cats'
Michael Aranda relays the latest in science news, including an archaeological discovery about the earliest days of Buddhism, a new species of Brazilian wildcat, and new insights into the effects of fecal transplants.
TED Talks
Robert Thurman: Expanding your circle of compassion
It's hard to always show compassion -- even to the people we love, but Robert Thurman asks that we develop compassion for our enemies. He prescribes a seven-step meditation exercise to extend compassion beyond our inner circle.
TED Talks
Robert Thurman: We can be Buddhas
In our hyperlinked world, we can know anything, anytime. And this mass enlightenment, says Buddhist scholar Bob Thurman, is our first step toward Buddha nature.
Curated Video
Bangkok: History, Culture, and Attractions
Bangkok, Thailand:"From one iconic city to another, we will arrive at Bangkok, Thailand. We will climb the Skytrain, and travel to one of the most legendary snake farms on the planet ... calm! The extraction of the poison and...
Curated Video
The Ancient Landmarks of Sri Lanka
Exploring Spiritual Depths in Sri Lanka:Our journey begins in Southeast Asia, immersing us in many cultures as we find spirituality in a rock temple in Sri Lanka.
Curated Video
Life's Lemons Through Philosophers' Eyes
Should we seize the day or reflect deeply on our actions? This video takes viewers on a journey through the perspectives of great thinkers on how to live a fulfilling life. Beginning with a metaphor of squeezing a lemon, the video...
Curated Video
Landmarks - The Leshan Buddha
THE LESHAN BUDDHA THE MINJIANG RIVER IN SHICHUAN PROVINCE IS HOME TO ONE OF CHINA S GREAT TREASURES, DA FO, THE LESHAN BUDDHA. 160 KILOMETERS FROM CHENGDU CITY, THE STATUE OF MAITREYA BUDDHA OVERLOOKS THE BEAUTIFUL CONFLUENCE OF THE...
Bedtime History
History of The Buddha for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about Siddhartha Gautama Buddha, the founder of the world religion Buddhism and revered by many as the "Enlightened One."
Curated Video
Rise of the Mauryan Empire
By the fourth century BC, India had emerged as a nation of 16 autonomous states, with the Mauryan Empire, founded by Chandragupta Maurya, rising as the dominant force. Under Chandragupta and his successors, the empire expanded...
Curated Video
The Wonders of Bamiyan
The Bamiyan Valley north west of the Afghan capital Kabul lies on the old silk trading route that ran from China to western Asia. It is known for its two giant statues of Buddha.
PBS
Werehyena: The Terrifying Shapeshifters of African Lore
African folklore dictates that unlike other werecreatures this monster is an animal that disguises itself in human form. By day it walks the earth nearly indistinguishable from humans, but at night it returns to its true hyena shape. We...
Curated Video
Prince Eugene's baptism of fire The Great Siege of Buda, 1686 Part 1
Prince Eugene's baptism of fire The Great Siege of Buda, 1686 Part 1
Curated Video
Chinese New Year Traditions and Customs Explained
Chinese New Year is a vibrant and festive celebration that marks the beginning of the lunar year with traditions such as giving red envelopes for good luck, enjoying delicious food with loved ones, and watching colorful parades featuring...
Learn German with Herr Antrim
The MOST Awesome German Words EVER! - Learn German with Herr Antrim
Learn the coolest, most awesome German words ever to grace your YouTube viewing screen. These German words are by far the coolest words ever. Some of them are compound nouns and other words are just German words I think sound cool. See...
Curated Video
Rediscovering Buddhism
Award-winning author Pankaj Mishra describes how many people educated in the Western tradition, himself included, have only recently come to appreciate the intellectual significance of many aspects of Buddhist thought.
Curated Video
Asian Values?
Author and independent scholar author Pankaj Mishra gives his views on whether the East and the West have a fundamentally different set of values.
Curated Video
A Sense of Crisis
Award-winning author Pankaj Mishra describes how his outlook to life has been irrevocably affected by a deep sense of crisis that is common to many people who grow up in Asia.
Curated Video
Discovering Buddhism
Author and independent scholar Pankaj Mishra describes how, despite being born not far from where the Buddha lived and preached, he had to make a special effort to learn about Buddhism.
Curated Video
United in Crisis
Author and independent scholar Pankaj Mishra describes how his own upbringing in India is marked by a sense of crisis that he shares with other figures in other places and times.
Hip Hughes History
Jainism 101: Religions in Global History
A short overview of Jainism. Please support the World History Playlist!
Hip Hughes History
Buddhism Explained: Religions in Global History
What does a Buddhist believe? What are the basic beliefs of Buddhists? An introductory lecture to the basics of Buddhism. Please consider support HHH this summer for more World History vids for the kiddies!
Curated Video
Buddhistische Schulbildung
Die buddhistische Schulbildung ist eine Bewegung, die vor langer Zeit in Tempelschulen in ganz Süd- und Ostasien begann und sich erst vor kurzem zu offizielleren, modern organisierten Einrichtungen entwickelt hat. Da wir nicht so viel...
Religion for Breakfast
What is Tibetan Buddhism?
Tibetan Buddhism is a unique expression of Buddhism that has developed over centuries in the high Himalayan region of Tibet and the surrounding areas. The Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people, is perhaps the most...
Curated Video
I WONDER - What Sort Of Festival Is Songkran?
This video is answering the question of what sort of festival is Songkran.