Curated Video
Democracy: Understanding the Power of the People
This video explores the concept of democracy, its origins, and how it functions in modern society. It discusses the challenges and complexities of democratic systems, emphasizing the importance of citizen participation through voting and...
Curated Video
Global March for Science raises concern over Trump policies
Scientists and their supporters marched in hundreds of cities around the world Saturday, protesting against proposed U.S. government funding cuts to scientific research
Curated Video
How to Give a Speech like Barack Obama
Howcast - Find out what you can learn from Barack Obama's speaking style from media coach TJ Walker in this Howcast public speaking video.
Curated Video
Mass Effect 3 Walkthrough Part 36 - Utukku - Rachni Queen
Howcast - Go and rescue the krogan scout team on Utukku with Aralakh Company in this walkthrough of Bioware's new release, Mass Effect 3.
Curated Video
How Ontario's major parties are preparing for a possible early election
With rumours of an early Ontario election swirling at Queen’s Park, all of the major parties are kicking preparations into high gear with a key focus on getting their candidates in place. CBC’s Shawn Jeffords breaks down their next steps.
Curated Video
This Quebec mayor had a brick thrown at his car. Politicians say violence against them needs to stop
The mayor of Saint-Paul-de-Montminy, Que., says he never thought he’d be physically attacked when he got into politics. He and others are warning that the increased violence against elected officials could deter people from seeking office.
Curated Video
Should it be illegal for politicians to lie?
How can voters be sure politicians are telling the truth during election campaigns? In Wales, parliament is introducing a law that would effectively make it illegal for politicians to lie. Barrister Sam Fowles explains the legislation,...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Agustina Paglayan - Raised to Obey: The Rise and Spread of Mass Education
Agustina Paglayan is a political science professor at the University of California, San Diego, specializing in the intersection of politics and education policy. She is the author of Raised to Obey: The Rise and Spread of Mass Education...
Wonderscape
The Legacy of the Reconstruction Era and Its Lasting Impact
This video explores the Reconstruction Era, focusing on the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments and the political strides made by Black Americans. Learn about the challenges and achievements of the time, including the rise of Black political...
Wonderscape
Understanding Gerrymandering: What It Means and How It Works
This video explores the concept of gerrymandering, explaining how it shapes election districts to favor certain political parties. Learn how the term originated, how redistricting affects representation, and the different types of...
Curated Video
Julius Caesar 3.2 Background: The Power of the Roman Mob
Julius Caesar 3.2 Background: The Power of the Roman Mob
Financial Times
Davos: why stakeholder capitalism is under attack
FT Moral Money - For decades some of the world’s most powerful people have gathered at the Swiss resort Davos for the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum. As FT Moral Money editor Simon Mundy explains, many follow the philosophy...
Curated Video
The Teapot Dome Scandal, Untold
The Teapot Dome Scandal in the 1920s stunned the American public by exposing the large-scale greed of some US politicians, and empowered Congress to launch investigations - reaffirming that no one is above the law.
Curated Video
Towards An Open Debate
Historian David Hollinger (UC Berkeley) relates his frustration of having religious beliefs being simultaneously private and independent of the American political culture.
Curated Video
Always Lying
Historian Martin Jay (UC Berkeley) discusses how our consistent complaint that politicians lie more today than in the past doesn't bear up to historical scrutiny.
Curated Video
Deceptive Language and Theatrical Metaphors
Historian Martin Jay (UC Berkeley) highlights the importance of wrestling with the subtle and often deceptive nature of language in order to fully appreciate the cultural values of any particular society.
Curated Video
Decline?
UC Berkeley historian Martin Jay describes how the idea that ‘lying in politics is getting worse’ is a constant refrain without any real evidence to support it, and muses on the role of the media in contemporary society.
Curated Video
Prohibition: Capitol Hill Secret
While Prohibition made it to illegal to sell, transport or make alcohol in the United States, the top brass in the US Congress were able to stay well-lubricated – thanks to the nefarious work of famed bootlegger, George Cassiday.
Vlogbrothers
We're Thinking About Facebook Wrong
Usually I'm up in the description being like, "here are a bunch of things I wasn't really able to fit in the video" but actually...turns out, if you let me go for 20 minutes, I get most of it out. OK, I guess the one insight I had...
TMW Media
All about the Texas State Capital Building
Situated in Central Texas along the Colorado River is a city known for its eclectic style and diverse culture. As the capital of Texas, Austin is home to a music, art and food centered community that has shaped the city into one of the...
ACDC Leadership
Vote for The Economics Party- Clifford vs Trump & Clinton
Two points. First, politicians shouldn't make economically unrealistic promises. A single-payer health care system would be nice, so would free college education, lower taxes, paid maternity, a balanced budget, services for senior...
Soliloquy
How would the UK House of Commons look under MMP?
The UK House of Commons uses the first past the post voting system. This system doesnât proportionally represent the votes cast by the population as there is only one winner in each seat. Hypothetically if one party gained 51% of the...
Seven Dimensions
Skills for Lobbying Government
In this video, two individuals discuss the importance of lobbying in everyday business and how it has become a crucial skill for senior managers. They share their own experiences of lobbying for different causes and discuss the...