Crash Course
The American Revolution Crash Course Black American History
When we talk about the American Revolution and Revolutionary War, the discussion often involves lofty ideals like liberty, and freedom, and justice. The Declaration of Independence even opens with the idea that "all men are created...
PBS
Are LOLCats and Internet Memes Art?
We've all seen and shared a few LOLCats and Internet Memes in our time, but is it possible that these images and videos are actually a new form of art? Idea Channel takes a closer look at how memes function in our new interconnected...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Vermicomposting: How worms can reduce our waste - Matthew Ross
Nearly one third of our food ends up in the trash can. There is hope, however, in the form of worms, which naturally convert organic waste into fertilizer. Matthew Ross details the steps we can all take to vermicompost at home -- and why...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The first and last king of Haiti | Marlene Daut
The royal couple of Haiti rode into their coronation to thunderous applause. After receiving his ornate crown, Henry Christophe ascended his throne, towering 20 meters in the air. But little did the cheering onlookers know that the first...
Crash Course
Specialization and Trade: Crash Course Economics
In which Adriene Hill and Jacob Clifford teach you about specialization and trade, and how countries decide whether they're going to make stuff or trade for stuff. You'll learn about things like comparative advantage, the production...
TED Talks
TED: How labor unions shape society | Margaret Levi
The weekend. Social Security. Health insurance. What do these things have in common? They all exist thanks to the advocacy of labor unions. Political economist Margaret Levi explains how these organizations forge equality and protect...
Crash Course
The Industrial Revolution: Crash Course European History
We've talked about a lot of revolutions in 19th Century Europe, and today we're moving on to a less warlike revolution, the Industrial Revolution. You'll learn about the development of steam power and mechanization, and the labor and...
Crash Course
Reproductive System, part 4 - Pregnancy & Development: Crash Course A&P
We've reached the grand finale of our four part series on human reproduction: BABIES! Today Hank walks you through the stages of pregnancy, beginning with how a zygote develops into blastomeres to a morula to a blastocyst and finally to...
Crash Course
The Industrial Revolution: Crash Course History of Science
You probably know some of the signs of industrialization in the nineteenth century: Trains connected cities, symbolizing progress. But they also brought about the destruction of rural lands, divisions between social classes, and rapid...
Crash Course
Capitalism and Socialism Crash Course World History
In which John Green teaches you about capitalism and socialism in a way that is sure to please commenters from both sides of the debate. Learn how capitalism arose from the industrial revolution, and then gave rise to socialism. Learn...
Crash Course
Globalization and Trade and Poverty: Crash Course Economics
What is globalization? Is globalization a good thing or not. Well, I have an answer that may not surprise you: It's complicated. This week, Jacob and Adriene will argue that globalization is, in aggregate, good. Free trade and...
Curated Video
Capitalism and Socialism: Crash Course World History
In which John Green teaches you about capitalism and socialism in a way that is sure to please commenters from both sides of the debate. Learn how capitalism arose from the industrial revolution, and then gave rise to socialism. Learn...
Curated Video
Debate on Globalization
New ReviewBecome knowledgeable on the debate regarding globalization, the development of an increasingly integrated global economy. Global business has been growing rapidly in recent decades for a number of political, economic, technical, and...
Curated Video
Mexico Work Ethics
New ReviewWages are often very low in Mexico, and supporting a family is often difficult. For many, the only way to survive is by working six-day, forty-eight-hour weeks, sometimes at two jobs. Driving this industriousness is the belief that...
Curated Video
Economic Development
New ReviewA short video that highlights some changes in the global economy in the postwar era.
Curated Video
SoftBank Robotics America Exec Says Robots Will Augment Retail Jobs, Not Take Them
Adoption of new technology won't necessarily cause jobs to disappear ー even if that technology is a humanoid robot, said Steve Carlin, the chief strategy officer of SoftBank Robotics America. "I think the incorrect assumption is simply...
Curated Video
SoftBank Robotics Exec Says Robots Will Augment Retail Jobs, Not Take Them
Adoption of new technology won't necessarily cause jobs to disappear ー even if that technology is a humanoid robot, said Steve Carlin, the chief strategy officer of SoftBank Robotics America. "I think the incorrect assumption is simply...
Curated Video
Expect Tougher Air Travel as Government Shutdown Drags On: TSA Union Rep
As the government shutdown approaches the milestone of becoming the longest in history, Transportation Security Agency employees are feeling the strain ー and soon, so will travelers, Joe Shuker, a TSA union representative, told Cheddar.
Curated Video
How to Prepare for Your Due Date
Howcast - It's now the third trimester and your due date is fast approaching. Along with packing your bags and arranging the nursery, prepare yourself and your home for your new baby's arrival.
Curated Video
Sex after Childbirth FAQs
Howcast - Learn about sex after childbirth from childbirth expert Elizabeth Mangum-Sarach in this Howcast video. Thumbnail: Minhas meninas by fabiogoveia
Curated Video
How to Support Your Partner during Labor
Howcast - Learn how to support your partner while she's in labor from childbirth expert Elizabeth Mangum-Sarach in this Howcast video.
Curated Video
Pros & Cons of Getting an Epidural during Labor
Howcast - Learn the pros and cons of an epidural from childbirth expert Elizabeth Mangum-Sarach in this Howcast video. Thumbnail: RevisiÃ_n by Daquella manera
Curated Video
How to Induce Labor Naturally
Howcast - Learn about the natural ways to induce labor from childbirth expert Elizabeth Mangum-Sarach in this Howcast video.
Curated Video
How to Know If You're in Labor
Howcast - Learn how to tell you're in labor from childbirth expert Elizabeth Mangum-Sarach in this Howcast video.