Instructional Video2:45
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Could We Breed Giant Spiders?

12th - Higher Ed
If, for some wild reason, we decided that breeding humongous spiders was a good idea, could we actually pull it off?
Instructional Video2:49
SciShow

Chimera Cats and Your Mom

12th - Higher Ed
Hank talks about chimeras, and why Venus the cat probably isn't one - but your mom might be!
Instructional Video2:43
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Catfish Walking on Land Find Water by its Smell

12th - Higher Ed
There’s a reason behind the saying “fish out water.” Fish don’t tend to do well if they’re not immersed in liquid. But walking catfish are surprisingly adept at making their way on land.
Instructional Video2:43
SciShow

Can You Rip a Phone Book in Half?

12th - Higher Ed
If you can find a phone book these days, science is here to help you rip it in half with your bare hands!
Instructional Video3:16
SciShow

Can You Drink Snake Venom?

12th - Higher Ed
Can you actually drink that steaming mug of snake venom? The science comes down to the difference between poisons and venoms, and to the oral toxicity of the venom itself.
Instructional Video4:02
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Can Vitamin C and Zinc Help Cure Colds?

12th - Higher Ed
You’ve probably heard that taking vitamin C or zinc will keep you from getting sick, but it turns out that those popular cure-alls don't actually work.
Instructional Video3:08
SciShow

Can Cold Showers Actually Change Your Life?

12th - Higher Ed
Many people swear that a cold shower every morning has the power to change your life, and improve your health- but can this be proved by science? Join us as Hank Green dives into the world of cold showers and discusses whether these...
Instructional Video3:28
SciShow

Brood Parasites

12th - Higher Ed
What if you could just drop your kids off at someone else’s place and let them have the responsibility? Well, there are some animals that do just that. They’re called brood parasites, and they lay their eggs in other animals’ nests and...
Instructional Video4:14
SciShow

Body Parts You’ve Never Heard Of

12th - Higher Ed
You might think that you’re pretty familiar with your body, but it turns out that our bodies still have some surprises for us!
Instructional Video3:44
SciShow

Bananas Are Losing the War on Fungus

12th - Higher Ed
The Gros Michel banana lost the battle with fungus in the 1950s, but was replaced by the Cavendish. This time we might not have a new banana to come to the rescue. Could this be the end of bananas? Hosted by: Hank Green
Instructional Video3:23
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Are Soft Cheeses Dangerous During Pregnancy?

12th - Higher Ed
You may have heard the oddly specific advice that pregnant people shouldn't eat soft cheeses, but there's a very good reason for that, and it applies to more than just dairy products.
Instructional Video3:30
SciShow

Are Blue Eyes Endangered?

12th - Higher Ed
SciShow explains the genetics -- and physics -- behind why blue eyes are blue, and what the future may be for the trait. Spoiler alert: Blue eyes aren’t really blue! SciShow explains!
Instructional Video4:05
SciShow

A Plastic That Conducts Electricity?

12th - Higher Ed
Plastics usually stop electricity in its tracks, but scientists have figured out a way to keep the electrons flowing. Hosted by: Hank Green
Instructional Video8:00
SciShow

8 Elements You Might Not Know That Are Extremely Useful

12th - Higher Ed
There are 118 elements on the periodic table, but it seems like only a handful of them get any attention. But just because you haven't heard of an element doesn't mean that it isn't a vital part of everyday life! Learn about these lesser...
Instructional Video9:05
SciShow

7 Species That Were Saved From Extinction

12th - Higher Ed
Humans are pretty good at destroying things. Like habitats, animal populations... you catch my drift. But, there have been a few species that humans have helped bring back from the brink of extinction.
Instructional Video9:39
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7 of the Most Uniquely FIERCE Sharks

12th - Higher Ed
You've heard of the Great White and the Hammerhead—but what about the lesser known but equally fierce sharks? Join Hank Green for a biting look at 7 weird sharks you're sure to love (and fear!)
Instructional Video8:17
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7 Animals Called By The Wrong Name

12th - Higher Ed
7 Animals Called By The Wrong Name
Instructional Video9:44
SciShow

6 Ways to Accessorize Animals for the Sake of Science

12th - Higher Ed
Decking out your pets with miniature hats is a sure recipe for a great photo. But scientists are accessorizing animals with various technological trinkets to help us learn more about the animals themselves and the places they live.
Instructional Video10:05
SciShow

6 Types of Odd Body Armor

12th - Higher Ed
From medieval knights to face shields, humans are pretty big fans of armor. But it turns out that other organisms use armor, too! Except sometimes, their armor doesn’t look like anything we’d expect. Hosted by: Rose Bear Don't Walk
Instructional Video9:55
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6 Stupid and Dangerous Things Scientists Did to Themselves

12th - Higher Ed
From poking their own eyes, to drinking a patient's vomit, some extremely passionate scientists have done pretty outrageous things to themselves in the name of science.
Instructional Video5:16
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6 of the Coolest New Species Discovered in the Last Year

12th - Higher Ed
Check out Ms. Spider Hat and five other new species scientists have discovered and classified in the last year!
Instructional Video8:38
SciShow

6 Non-Mammal "Milk" Producers

12th - Higher Ed
When you think of milk, you might think of mammals like humans and cows, but there are other species that give food to their young, in their own weird ways.
Instructional Video10:24
SciShow

6 Delightfully Goth Animals

12th - Higher Ed
When you see a black cat, you might think of witches and goth bands, but they're also a great example of a melanistic animal, and they're not the only ones!
Instructional Video9:38
SciShow

5 Things Your Hair Can Tell You About Your Health

12th - Higher Ed
Your hair isn't just something you have to deal with every morning, it's a part of who you are, and there are things it can tell you about your personal health. Hosted by: Hank Green