The Victorian Era lasted throughout most of the 1800s. This period of time was known for its technological advancements and for its increased social mobility. And with that came new beauty trends that spread from Britain to the United...

Loch Ness, the largest lake along Scotland's Great Glen, is famously known for its legendary resident, the Loch Ness Monster, or "Nessie." Described as having a small head, long neck, and flippers, the creature's legend dates back to a...

As science and formal education spread, belief in trolls began to fade until a resurgence of folklore interest in the 19th century. Danish author Hans Christian Andersen included trolls in his fairy tales, and Norwegian illustrators like...

In the 19th century, advancements in trade and greenhouse technology enabled the global transport of plants, sparking fascination with exotic and sometimes dangerous flora. This led to a rise in fictional tales of carnivorous plants,...

There are many common depictions of extraterrestrials, but the "gray aliens," which are known for their humanoid forms, large black eyes, and gray skin are among the most common. This video traces the origins of extraterrestrial...

How do we know how powerful the Sun's energy is from here on Earth? Measuring the surface area of an imaginary giant sphere holds the answer. Maths - Shape A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the curriculum....

Learn about the history of the bicycle including early versions called the laufmachine and penny-farthing, and inventors such as Karl Drais and Karl Kech.

This video explores the escalating tensions between the United States and Spain, influenced by yellow journalism and public sentiment. It also delves into the historical context of Cuba's struggle for independence and America's growing...

As Paris grew into an industrial hub, bistros emerged to serve the city's expanding working-class population, many of whom migrated from regions like Auvergne and Brittany. These establishments offered affordable meals and a sense of...

Discover how Parisian bouillons revolutionized dining in the late 19th century, offering affordable, efficient meals to the working class. Meanwhile, the emergence of luxury hotels like the Ritz transformed Paris into a global center for...

Discover how the invention of the restaurant during the Age of Enlightenment revolutionized dining, spreading haute cuisine from the court to the bourgeoisie. Explore the role of French gastronomy in diplomacy, its influence on European...

Rumored to roam some of the world’s most desolate places the poisonous, killer death worm can trace its history in folklore back thousands of years. Made more famous and frightening with science fiction series like Dune and Tremors,...

Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board, Bloody Mary and Ouija are scary and entertaining rites of passage for kids and teens to participate in. But do these games actually work? And why do we love to scare each other so much at sleepovers?

Christmas isn’t just a time for presents, cookies, and holiday cheer, but the hunting period of Iceland’s murderous monster feline, the Yule Cat. This giant, fluffy cat towers over buildings, roaming the snowy countryside for human...

In the late 18th century, British soldiers and colonists in India were thirsty for beer. Traditional English ales would spoil on the way to India, so British brewers began experimenting with hops and alcohol levels. An increase in hops...

Dive into the intriguing world of legendary characters like Quasimodo, Robin Hood, and Merlin to uncover the truths and myths behind their stories. This video explores the historical and cultural origins of these characters, blending...

With modern philosophy covered, let's cross over into contemporary philosophy. And let's begin by introducing the continental tradition in this time period. This included philosophers like Husserl, Bergson, Heidegger, and Jaspers. Let's...

Dr. Forrester teaches the student about rural, urban, and suburban communities and how they have developed and changed over time.

Deep within the Amazon rainforest lurks a mysterious creature called the Mapinguari. Notoriously elusive, this cave-dwelling giant leaves a trail of broken trees and trampled ferns in its wake. Massive, hairy, and pungent, this beast...

You better watch out, you better not cry, and you certainly must behave—or else face the brutal beating of the Krampus. Why does this demonic, horned Yuletide monster exist? This episode looks at the historical origins of Krampus in the...

The “Terror of the Plain,” this emaciated, whistling devil is cursed to wander the South American countryside carrying the bones of his victims. Intimately tied to the cattle ranching history of Latin America, the myth of El Silbón...

He can grow higher than the trees, or smaller than a blade of grass. Both demon and deity, guardian and antagonist, the Leshy is rooted deep in the cultural and religious history of the Slavic people.

Step into the world of Franz Liszt, the 19th-century Hungarian composer and pianist who revolutionized the very concept of stardom. Unravel the phenomenon of 'Lisztomania' that swept across Europe, turning Liszt into the world's first...

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