Curated Video
Julius Caesar 3.1 Interview: Brutus and Cassius Part 1
This video delves into the dramatic lead-up to Julius Caesar's assassination as he arrives at the Capitol, highlighting key interactions with ominous figures and foreshadowing his fate. It explores Caesar's disregard for the soothsayer's...
Curated Video
Julius Caesar 2.3 Performance: Artemidorus, Lines 1-13
This video highlights a scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" where Artemidorus attempts to warn Caesar of the conspiracy against him. He lists the conspirators by name, urging Caesar to be cautious and distrustful of those around...
Curated Video
Julius Caesar 2.1 Portia's Song
This video explores the theme of exclusion and secrecy in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" from the perspective of the play's characters. Through a poetic monologue, it delves into the emotional turmoil and suspicion that arises as...
Curated Video
Dishonor: Benedict Arnold
Benedict Arnold's once-valiant reputation soured as he betrayed the American Revolution for greed. His name now represents dishonor and the dangers of lost trust.
One Minute History
129 The Gunpowder Treason - One Minute History
Persecuted by the Protestant monarchy, English Catholic revolutionaries conspire to assassinate King James I and his entire government. The conspirators smuggle two and a half tons of gunpowder into a cellar below the Palace of...
Schooling Online
F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby - Context
Ever heard of the phrase ‘life imitates art’? Well, in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s case, it was ‘art imitates life’! If you think The Great Gatsby is a wild tale, wait until you hear about Fitzgerald’s ride from rags to riches and back again!...
Schooling Online
F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby - Chapters 8-9 Summary
It’s the day after an ugly scene in which tempers flared and someone lost their life. Things seem to be unravelling and a grieving man seeks revenge, but Gatsby clings to hope. Then Nick gets a hunch: something’s not right. By the end of...
Schooling Online
F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby - Chapters 6-7 Summary
While Gatsby’s preoccupied with his lady-love, Nick tells us more about Gatsby’s past. Then, Gatsby’s lover and her husband show up at one of Gatsby’s lavish parties! The husband becomes curious about Gatsby’s sudden wealth and vows to...
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F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby - Plot Summary
The Roaring 1920’s was an era marked by fabulous wealth, mesmerising glamour and wild parties. In the summer of 1922, Nick Carraway had just moved to America’s East Coast to be part of it all. But he soon discovers that not all is what...
Makematic
Peggy Shippen
In this video, viewers will learn about Peggy Shippen, the Philadelphia IT Girl who spied for the British during the American Revolution.
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Jennifer Freyd - Betrayal Trauma
Jennifer J. Freyd, PhD, is a researcher, author, educator, and speaker. Freyd is the Founder and President of the Center for Institutional Courage, Professor Emerit of Psychology at the University of Oregon, and Faculty Affiliate of the...
Schooling Online
Shakespeare Today: The Tempest - Theme of Forgiveness
Watch this lesson today to discover how Shakespeare explores forgiveness, an overarching theme in The Tempest. See the transformation of characters as they grow beyond revenge and learn the value of forgiveness. Along the way, learn how...
Schooling Online
Shakespeare Today: The Tempest - Theme of Justice
Watch this lesson today to discover how Shakespeare explores the complex nature of justice in The Tempest. See that justice can be a slippery matter of perspective, changing in different circumstances. Along the way, learn how to analyse...
Schooling Online
Shakespeare Today: Julius Caesar - Theme of Loyalty
Watch this lesson today to discover how Shakespeare explores the relative importance of loyalty in Julius Caesar. See how characters like Brutus and Antony struggle with loyalty and betrayal in the midst of a dangerous political...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz "Yolie's Return"
Dr. Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz is an award-winning Associate Professor at Teachers College, Columbia University. Her research focuses on racial literacy in teacher education, Black girl literacies, and Black and Latinx male high school...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Jennifer Freyd - Institutional Courage
Jennifer J. Freyd, PhD, is a researcher, author, educator, and speaker. Freyd is the Founder and President of the Center for Institutional Courage, Professor Emerit of Psychology at the University of Oregon, and Faculty Affiliate of the...
60 Second Histories
Death of Richard III - part 2
A medieval soldier describes how bravely King Richard fought and died, how he was killed by traitors and was finally laid to rest in a pauper's grave at Grey Friars in Leicester
Oxford Comma
Chapter by Chapter (Never Let Me Go): Chapter Eleven
Welcome to the eleventh video in our chapter by chapter analysis of Kazuo Ishiguro's Never Let Me Go! In this video we'll look at the the reason why Kathy and Ruth are friends in the first place and if their friendship can survive its...
Jabzy
Khmelnytsky Uprising - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Khmelnytsky Uprising
Hip Hughes History
The Compromise of 1877 Explained: US History Review
Understand the deal which ended Reconstruction and finalized the election of 1876. Known as the Compromise of 1877, its name in African American circles is the Great Betray, find out why.
Curated Video
Caravaggio's Taking of Christ: Great Art Explained
The Taking of Christ is a painting by Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio. The subject is the moment that the son of God is betrayed with a kiss, and arrested in the garden of Gethsemane. Caravaggio’s approach to religious art was shocking...
One Minute History
The Gunpowder Treason - One Minute History_4k
Persecuted by the Protestant monarchy, English Catholic revolutionaries conspire to assassinate King James I and his entire government. The conspirators smuggle two and a half tons of gunpowder into a cellar below the Palace of...
One Minute History
The Gunpowder Treason - One Minute History_1080
Persecuted by the Protestant monarchy, English Catholic revolutionaries conspire to assassinate King James I and his entire government. The conspirators smuggle two and a half tons of gunpowder into a cellar below the Palace of...
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Oshawa contemplates life without General Motors
The sudden announcement that General Motors will stop making cars in Oshawa, Ont., after next year sent shockwaves through the auto industry.