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Curated Video
George Brittain Lyttle: The Bandit who Couldn't Ride a Horse
History is full of criminal masterminds – people who used cunning and skill to outwit the law. And then there is George Brittain Lyttle, the notorious stagecoach robber who couldn’t ride a horse!
Curated Video
Discovering Salem: History, Art, and Coastal Charm
We're taking you on a virtual tour of Salem, a city with a rich history and unique attractions. Join us as we uncover the hidden gems and must-visit spots in this captivating destination.
Makematic
Being Schooled
The conditioning of Girls often begins in School - and exposes much of the discrimination that girls face. But it’s also a place where girls talk back and demand to be heard.
Jabzy
Every British Prime Minister Part 3 (1852-1902)
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about Every British Prime Minister Part 3 (1852-1902)
Institute for New Economic Thinking
The Debt We Don't Talk About
How do you know a major financial crisis is coming? Look for a spike in privately held debt, by households and corporations. That's the argument of Richard Vague, author of The Next Economic Disaster: Why It's Coming and How to Avoid It....
Curated Video
The Ships Beneath the Streets of San Francisco
San Francisco is famous for many things – but what you probably don’t know is that much of the city is made from ships that sank or were repurposed during the Gold Rush.
Curated Video
Country Music of Kentucky
This is the story of Route 23, known as the Country Music Highway that stretches across Eastern Kentucky, the home of some of America's greatest Country Music stars
History Hit
Ottoman Empire with Kate Fleet: The role of women
What was the role of women in Ottoman society? How did they drive it? Ottoman Empire with Kate Fleet, Part 6
Jabzy
Prohibition in Norway - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about Prohibition in Norway
Mr. Beat
Who was the real Daniel Boone?
Who was Daniel Boone? Will the real Daniel Boone step up? Well, there's a lot of misinformation and mythology about him out there, so in this video Mr. Beat hopes to clear some things up. Here is the story of the most interesting man in...
Institute for New Economic Thinking
The Upside of Wasteful Speculative Bubbles and the Downside of Efficiency - William Janeway
William Janeway notes the prevalence (and importance) of speculative bubbles, especially in respect to equity markets and technological breakthroughs. Interviewed by Daniel Erasmus at King's College, April 2010.
Curated Video
Charity and Sylvia: A Federal Era Love Story
Sylvia Drake and Charity Bryant overcame many challenges to become pioneers of LGBTQ+ visibility in the United States.
Jabzy
General Sherman Incident - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the General Sherman Incident
Hip Hughes History
Russian Invasion: The Situation with Crimea and Russia Explained
With armed separatists taking over airports in Crimea and Russian helicopters seemingly on their way, HipHughes explains what's going on in the growing tensions between Ukraine and Russia.
The Art Assignment
Art Must Be Beautiful
Should art be beautiful? Revisit ancient philosophers' thoughts on beauty and consider why we might be skeptical of beauty today.
Curated Video
Nietzsche and the Death of God: Exploring the Philosopher's Views on Religion and Society
This video discusses Friedrich Nietzsche's famous phrase "God is dead" and its implications on society and morality. The philosopher's critique of religion and socialism is explored, along with his call for individuals to face the world...
60 Second Histories
Emily Wilding Davison
Emmeline Pankhurst explains who Emily Davison was, and what she did for the suffrage movement.
Curated Video
Why Africans Never Invented the Wheel
This video explores the history of wheel use in Africa and debunks the misnomer which popularly portrayks it as a pre-historic technology analogous to fire ow shelter.
60 Second Histories
Emmeline Pankhurst – woman registrar
Emmeline Pankhurst talks about her time as a woman registrar
The Wall Street Journal
Katie Stryjewski on How Covid-19 Changed Our Relationship With Alcohol
Author and blogger Katie Stryjewski outlines how pandemic restrictions have influenced our approach to drinking, as well as what this means for the future of cocktail culture.
Jabzy
Selling Your Wife - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about Selling Your Wife
Curated Video
The Cannon: How The Cannon Revolutionised The Way Battles Were Fought
Long range, high calibre weapons – the cannon helped propel the Union to victory. But how did the technological advances that took place during the Civil War change the game?
Curated Video
Experiencing Space, Science, and Sports in Houston
Welcome to Houston, the mysterious city known as a hub for NASA and its outer space curiosities. Explore world-class attractions, indulge in dining and shopping, and immerse yourself in the vibrant sports and arts scene. Whether you're a...
60 Second Histories
The Epsom Derby, 1913
Emmeline Pankhurst talks about death of Emily Wilding Davison at the Epsom Derby in 1913