Curated Video
Dia de Muertos: Honoring the Lives of Loved Ones
This video explains Dia de Muertos, or Day of the Dead, a Mexican tradition that honors the deceased. It explains the cultural significance of the holiday, including the belief that spirits of the dead are reunited with their loved ones....
Espresso Media
Preserving Craftsmanship: The Art of Handmade Creations
This video highlights the importance of craftsmanship and the impact of technology on traditional art forms. It emphasizes the value of handmade creations and the preservation of cultural heritage. The speaker shares personal experiences...
Mazz Media
Exploring Communities Long Ago
Take students on a journey to early Native American communities, Colonial towns and early American cities to explore the variety of communities, as they existed in the past. They'll learn how schools of the past are different from their...
Amor Sciendi
A Building with An American Accent
The Flatiron building had been painted and photographed by artists for over a century because it looks so different, but the parts that draw on tradition are just as interesting.
Wonderscape
Social Studies Kids: Cultural Diversity
This video explores the importance of cultural diversity and multiculturalism. It discusses the definition of culture, the benefits of embracing diverse perspectives, and the barriers to multiculturalism. It also provides suggestions for...
The Africa Channel
The Soul of Ashanti: The challenges of modern Ashanti chiefmanship in Ghana
Trace the history of the Ashanti Kingdom’s Golden Stool -- one of the most important sacraments of the kingdom -- from the time it is believed to have arrived in 1695 to present day Ghana.
Religion for Breakfast
What is the Hagia Sophia?
The Hagia Sophia is a super famous building in Istanbul. Officially, at least according to the Turkish government, it is a museum. But it was originally built as a church and then was converted into a mosque after the Ottoman conquest of...
Wonderscape
Holiday Kids - All About Hanukkah
Learn all about the origins of Hanukkah. What is Hanukkah? What is the history of Hanukkah? What are the major symbols of Hanukkah? What is a menorah? What foods are eaten during Hanukkah? When does Hanukkah occur each year? The answers...
Wonderscape
Holiday Kids: All About Halloween
In this video, we explore the history and traditions of Halloween, one of the most popular holidays in the United States. We also delve into the traditions of trick-or-treating, carving pumpkins, and dressing up in costumes....
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Richard F. Thomas - Why Bob Dylan Matters
Richard F. Thomas, George Martin Lane Professor of the Classics, was born in London and brought up in New Zealand. He was educated at the University of Auckland (B.A. 1972; M.A. 1973), and at the University of Michigan (Ph.D. 1977). He...
The Africa Channel
The Soul of Ashanti: The Grand Durbur celebration of the 16th King of the Ashanti Kingdom
Trace the history of the Ashanti Kingdom’s Golden Stool -- one of the most important sacraments of the kingdom -- from the time it is believed to have arrived in 1695 to present day Ghana.
The Africa Channel
Acoustic Ancestry
ACOUSTIC ANCESTRY is a music series of 3-5 minute pieces in which the sounds of little known, surprising, or perhaps lost indigenous African musical instruments are highlighted, along with the stories of their contributions to music....
Amor Sciendi
Every Brush Stroke a Testimony
The Banjo Lesson by Henry Ossawa Tanner is a vindication of culture and art in an oppressed population.
Wonderscape
Holiday Kids: All About Thanksgiving
This video is a lesson about the history and traditions of Thanksgiving in the United States. It covers topics such as the voyage of the Mayflower, the help provided by Native Americans, the first Thanksgiving feast, the establishment of...
Curated Video
Biden pardons turkeys Peach and Blossom, continuing White House Thanksgiving tradition
Turkeys Peach and Blossom receive pardons from President Joe Biden ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. (Scripps News)
Curated Video
What to expect during the Trump transition
The peaceful transfer of power is a hallmark of American democracy, and The White House is the physical symbol of that process. President Biden has committed to ensuring a smooth transition next year. (Scripps News)
Curated Video
Hot dog champ Miki Sudo feeling 'extra round' 1 day after setting record
Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest champion Miki Sudo gave an interview to Scripps News one day after setting the women's division record. (Scripps News)
Press Association
Micheal Martin speaks to troops in Lebanon
Minister for Foreign Affairs, and Minister for Defence Micheal Martin talks to Irish peacekeeping troops in southern Lebanon.
Mr Martin in his speech praised the Irish troops and called for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Press Association
Yousaf celebrates 90 years of SNP with ‘confident’ election message
Humza Yousaf has said he is “very confident” in his general election candidates as the SNP celebrates its 90th birthday.
The SNP leader and Scotland’s First Minister campaigned in Prestwick, Hamilton and East Kilbride on Saturday to...
Curated Video
Beyond the celebration: What is the cultural history of Carnival?
Carnival's origins vary from country to country, and even differ across the islands that make up the USVI.
Press Association
Biden welcomes Varadkar to White House for St Patrick's Day tradition
US President Joe Biden welcomed Leo Varadkar to the Oval Office on Friday as the Taoiseach made the traditional visit by Ireland's premier to the White House before St Patrick's Day.
Press Association
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt appears outside 11 Downing Street as he prepares to deliver Budget
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has appeared outside 11 Downing Street for a traditional photocall as he prepares to deliver his Budget.
He is widely expected to unveil a 2p cut in national insurance as the Government tries to shore up support...
Press Association
Justin Welby likens General Synod to Conservative Party Conference in Guildhall speech
The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby shows his funny side in a speech filled with humour at the annual Lord Mayor's banquet at London's Guildhall. Full speech.