SciShow
Why Psychology Tells Us What We Already Know
Hindsight bias skews our interpretation of events and information, making it seem like they were predictable or just not that surprising. This bias can cause some real problems, but the good news is, once you are aware of it, there are...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Vultures: The acid-puking, plague-busting heroes of the ecosystem | Kenny Coogan
In the African grasslands, a gazelle suffering from tuberculosis takes its last breath. The animal's corpse threatens to infect the water, but for the vulture, this isn't a problem: it's a feast. With a stomach of steel that can digest...
TED Talks
Will Hurd: A wall won't solve America's border problems
"Building a 30-foot-high concrete structure from sea to shining sea is the most expensive and least effective way to do border security," says Congressman Will Hurd, a Republican from Texas whose district encompasses two times zones and...
SciShow
ASMR: That Happy, Tingly Feeling
Hundreds of thousands of people get a tingling sensation, called ASMR, from things like whispering or personal attention. Here's what science has to say about it.
Crash Course
Unit Conversion & Significant Figures: Crash Course Chemistry
A unit is the frequently arbitrary designation we have given to something to convey a definite magnitude of a physical quantity and every quantity can be expressed in terms of the seven base units that are contained in the international...
TED-Ed
What if every satellite suddenly disappeared? | Moriba Jah
What would happen if one day all of humanity's artificial satellites suddenly disappeared? Within hours, most of the planet's traffic would grind to a halt, the world economy would shut down, and most countries would declare a state of...
SciShow
How to Supercool Water: A SciShow Experiment
Water doesn't always freeze when it's supposed to. Learn about supercooling, and how to supercool a bottle of water at home -- and then turn it to ice instantly!
Bozeman Science
Energy Concepts
In this video Paul Andersen explains the different forms and units for energy. A discussion of the laws of thermodynamics is also included. Sample conversion problems using dimensional analysis is also included.
Be Smart
The Superb Owl!
As we get ready to watch that big football game that my lawyers tell me I'm not allowed to say the name of, let's celebrate a champion of the bird world: Stealthy and silent owls! Learn how owls fly so silently, how they see in the dark,...
SciShow
Why Is Only Half of My Nose Working?
Ever notice how one side of your nose always seems to be more stuffed than the other? What's up with that? Quick Questions knows!
TED Talks
TED: These robots come to the rescue after a disaster | Robin Murphy
When disaster strikes, who's first on the scene? More and more, it’s a robot. In her lab, Robin Murphy builds robots that fly, tunnel, swim and crawl through disaster scenes, helping firefighters and rescue workers save more lives safely...
SciShow
What Happens When You Hold Your Pee?
Can holding your pee be bad for you? Learn about your bladder in this Quick Question with Michael Aranda!
TED Talks
TED: 3 ways to create a space that moves you, from a Broadway set designer | David Korins
You don't have to work on Broadway to design a set, says creative director David Korins -- you can be the set designer of any space in your life. Sharing insights from his work on hits like "Hamilton" and "Dear Evan Hansen," Korins...
Bozeman Science
The Factor-Label Method
Mr. Andersen shows you how to use the factor label method to solve complex conversions.
SciShow
4 Important Lessons from the Apollo 11 Moon Landing
SciShow Space celebrates the 45th anniversary of the first moon landing by highlighting just four of the most important things we learned from the Apollo 11 mission.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Reasons for the seasons - Rebecca Kaplan
Why do some regions experience full-time heat while others are reckoning with frigid temperatures and snow? And why are the seasons reversed in the two hemispheres? Rebecca Kaplan explains how the shape of the Earth's orbit around the...
SciShow
Is There Liquid Water on Mars?
Mars might be full of salty liquid water! Plus, a guide to the upcoming Lyrids meteor shower.
TED Talks
Jacqueline Woodson: What reading slowly taught me about writing
Reading slowly -- with her finger running beneath the words, even when she was taught not to -- has led Jacqueline Woodson to a life of writing books to be savored. In a lyrical talk, she invites us to slow down and appreciate stories...
Curated Video
Taking Care of Nature: Protecting Animals, Plants, and the Planet
In this video, a teacher guides children on how to protect and care for nature and the planet. They learn about the importance of respecting and protecting animals, feeding them appropriate food, and not leaving garbage that can harm...
Curated Video
The Fascinating World of Horses: Sleep, Reflexes, and Horsepower
This video provides fascinating insights into the sleeping habits, physical abilities, and history of horses. It reveals that horses can lie down and even sleep standing up due to their unique anatomy. The video also highlights the...
Curated Video
The Evolution of Trains: From Ancient Rails to Hyperloop
This video provides a brief history of trains, from ancient carts on wooden rails to the invention of steam-powered trains and the emergence of electric commuter trains. It highlights the impact of trains on society, making...
Curated Video
Travel Tips and Fun Games for a Family Road Trip
In this video, the speaker discusses different modes of transportation and how to behave while traveling. They cover airplanes, trains, and road trips, providing tips and guidelines for a safe and enjoyable journey. The video also...
Curated Video
Solar Powered Vehicles Brave Adverse Weather in Suzuka Dream Cup Race
The Dream Cup is an annual solar car race held in Suzuka, Japan. Despite adverse weather conditions, 33 solar powered vehicles competed in an endurance race, showcasing the advancements in solar car design and technology. The race, part...
Curated Video
Perseverance: The Key to Achieving Your Goals
In this video, Bolivar the Beaver and Dylan teach us about the importance of perseverance. Bolivar shares his experiences as a hardworking beaver building dams, while Dylan learns to play the guitar and achieve his dream of being in a...