SciShow
How Michael Faraday Changed the World with a Magnet | Great Minds
From a blacksmith's son, to one of the most repeated names in physics textbooks, Michael Faraday epitomized the spirit of scientific exploration
SciShow
How Michael Faraday Changed the World with a Magnet | Great Minds
From a blacksmith's son, to one of the most repeated names in physics textbooks, Michael Faraday epitomized the spirit of scientific exploration
Curated Video
Forging Ahead: The Art and Science of Knife Making
Dive into the craft of knife making, tracing its roots from medieval blacksmiths to today's high-tech forges. Discover how the choice of materials and methods like quenching have evolved to produce blades that are both sharp and durable,...
Curated Video
Life in Colonial Times
Dr. Forrester contrasts the lives of colonial citizens who lived in cities with the lives of pioneer families. She talks about some of their recreational activities.
Curated Video
Life in the Colonies: Work
The Thirteen Colonies were built by a diverse workforce including skilled laborers, indentured servants, enslaved people, and criminals, in stark contrast to modern labor practices.
Curated Video
Sequoyah: Inventor of the Cherokee Syllabary
Cherokee blacksmith, soldier, and community leader Sequoyah ensured that his people’s language and culture would be preserved – by developing the Cherokee syllabary.
Curated Video
Pip: Ambition, Identity, and Redemption
Pip is the main character of Great Expectations by Charles Dickens. He is a young orphan who dreams of becoming a gentleman. While working as a blacksmith's apprentice, he learns that an anonymous benefactor has bestowed him with...
Curated Video
Great Expectations Part I: From Humble Beginning to High Society
A video overview of part I of Charles Dickens' novel Great Expectations. Using excerpts from the 1946 version of the movie, this video introduces the main characters and explores the key events in part I. We meet Pip and his family,...
Curated Video
The Etymology of Traditional Trades
In this video, the teacher explores the etymology of traditional trades and professions. They discuss the origins of words like butcher, baker, candlestick maker, cobbler, carpenter, and blacksmith. The teacher also introduces the...
Mediacorp
Exploring the Formation of Telangana
This video explores the formation of Telangana, a new state in India, and the reasons behind its separation from Andhra Pradesh. It highlights the complexities of Indian society, with its diverse languages, religions, and castes, and the...
Britlish
Hammer (phonetic and Latin transcription)
This video English lesson looks at idioms and expressions associated with the word hammer. Idioms can be tricky for students to learn, but through the use of appropriate visual imagery, this video helps students to quickly learn and use...
Britlish
Hammer (phonetic transcription)
This video English lesson looks at idioms and expressions associated with the word hammer. Idioms can be tricky for students to learn, but through the use of appropriate visual imagery, this video helps students to quickly learn and use...
Mediacorp
Living on the Border: A Tale of Unity and Identity
This video explores a border town between India and Myanmar to see if the nation's boundary has created a distinct Indian sense of self. Through conversations with locals on both sides of the border, he discovers that despite the...
Next Animation Studio
Strike while the iron is hot
Max and Moon play baseball. Max is at bat and swings too late or not at all. Moon tells Max to "strike while the iron is hot," which means to make the most of opportunity.
The Backyard Scientist
Blacksmith Myth - Will a drop of Water on the Anvil make it explode?
I read a myth (below) that said striking a drop of water with a hot iron and hammer will send the hammer flying. luckily I just met a local Blacksmith! Why do blacksmiths ring their anvils? WELL THEN, Once upon a time long long ago and...
Mediacorp
Voices of Protest: Defending Democracy in India
This video explores the importance of freedom of expression and the right to protest in India's democracy. It highlights the ongoing protests and debates surrounding issues such as sedition, nationalism, and the idea of a Hindu...
Out of this Word
Strike While the Iron Is Hot
Max and Moon play baseball. Max is at bat and swings too late or not at all. Moon tells Max to “strike while the iron is hot,” which means to make the most of opportunity.
Britlish
Hammer (subtitles)
This video English lesson looks at idioms and expressions associated with the word hammer. Idioms can be tricky for students to learn, but through the use of appropriate visual imagery, this video helps students to quickly learn and use...
Britlish
Hammer (no subtitles)
This video English lesson looks at idioms and expressions associated with the word hammer. Idioms can be tricky for students to learn, but through the use of appropriate visual imagery, this video helps students to quickly learn and use...
Economics Explained
Grandfather of Economics: Introduction and Economics Explained
This is Adam Smith. Adam Smith was a Scottish philosopher and author who is probably best known for writing a book titled “An Inquiry Into the Nature and Causes of … The Wealth of Nations!” This book effectively marked the beginning of...
Mediacorp
Nagaland: Exploring the Longstanding Separatist Movement for Independence
This video explores the complex issue of separatist movements in Nagaland, India. It delves into the reasons behind the continued desire for a separate country, despite being a part of India for many years. Indian Identity Evolution part...
60 Second Histories
People in a Medieval castle; the constable
This video explores the many people that live and work in a medieval castle, like the marshal, the estate steward, blacksmith farrier and carter.
Mediacorp
Exploring Tribal Communities in Nagaland
This video explores the region of Nagaland in India, known for its high concentration of tribes. He joins the Konyak tribe in the jungle to understand their unique Indian identity and way of life. The video highlights the challenges...
Mediacorp
Politics, Identity, and Nationalism in India
In this video, a sociologist explores the influence of politics on identity in India. He discusses how old divisions of caste and religion are resurfacing and being exploited by politicians. The sociologist emphasizes the importance of...