TED Talks
David Hoffman: Sputnik mania
Filmmaker David Hoffman shares footage from his feature-length documentary Sputnik Mania, which shows how the Soviet Union's launch of Sputnik in 1957 led to both the space race and the arms race -- and jump-started science and math...
TED Talks
TED: What happens when you lose everything | David Hoffman
Nine days before TED2008, filmmaker David Hoffman lost almost everything he owned in a fire that destroyed his home, office and 30 years of passionate collecting. He looks back at a life that's been wiped clean in an instant -- and looks...
SciShow
Space Trash: The Next Big Pickle
Earth's orbit has a bit of a litter problem. Hank outlines a few ways scientists have thought of to help clean things up.
SciShow
The Baffling Viruses That Infect... Other Viruses
Scientists have discovered viruses that infect viruses... virusception, if you will. Does this mean viruses qualify as life yet? Or are they still hanging out in the misfits drawer with sporks and Pluto?
TED-Ed
TED-ED: Who won the space race? - Jeff Steers
On October 4, 1957, the Soviet Union launched the satellite Sputnik and, with it, an international space race. The United States and the Soviet Union rushed to declare dominance of space for 18 years, until the two countries agreed to a...
Crash Course
Air Travel and The Space Race: Crash Course History of Science
Like the Industrial or the Einsteinian Revolution, the Space Race is a trope, or way of organizing historical events into a story that makes sense. In this story, the two great powers that emerged after World War Two—the United States...
Curated Video
The Satellite Story
What is a satellite, why are they important, and how have satellites changed our understanding of the Solar System? Physics - Universe - Learning Points. Any object orbiting a planet is called a satellite. Moons are examples of natural...
Wonderscape
Exploring the Space Race: From Sputnik to Apollo
Delve into the captivating history of the Space Race, a pivotal era marked by intense competition between the United States and the Soviet Union. From the launch of Sputnik to the monumental Apollo 11 mission, discover the political...
Curated Video
Sputnik and the Space Race
In October 1957 the Soviet Union made a giant technological advance they successfully launched the first man-made satellite, known as Sputnik.
Curated Video
Launching the Space Race: The Legacy of Sputnik One
This video recounts the historic launch of Sputnik One by the Soviet Union in 1957, marking the beginning of the space race between the USSR and the United States. This event led to increased focus and investment in space exploration by...
Curated Video
The Technology to Get us to Space
Dr. Forrester examines the technological innovations in the study of space by giving examples of innovations which have led to advances in space programs. She also identifies space travel programs by exploring NASA and the efforts that...
Curated Video
Now I See It
Dr. Forrester examines the history of the telescope and discusses the parts of the telescope and the functions of each. She also explores different types of space technology such as the telescope, satellite, rocket, and space probe.
Curated Video
A Race Like No Other
Dr. Forrester describes the history of the space race and space exploration. She summarizes Alan Shepard’s contribution to space exploration by recognizing him as the first man in space. She also recognizes Neil Armstrong by recognizing...
Curated Video
NASA: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, aka NASA, has been at the forefront of science, technology, and space exploration since 1958. Its work remains an inspiration to millions of people around the world.
Curated Video
The Johnson Space Center
A video entitled “The Johnson Space Center” which discusses the history and current operations of the Johnson Space Center.
Curated Video
The Space Race: A Cold War Competition That Shaped the Future
This video provides a historical overview of the space race between the United States and the Soviet Union during the Cold War. It highlights how both countries competed to achieve milestones in space exploration, such as launching...
Next Animation Studio
Pluto's frozen heart gives rise to planetary nitrogen winds
Pluto’s frozen heart of nitrogen ice may be the main driver of the dwarf planet’s winds.
Espresso Media
Sputnik: The Shocking Launch that Changed History
This video discusses the impact of the launch of the first artificial satellite, Sputnik, by the Soviet Union in 1957. It covers the panic it caused in the United States, the response of the American military, and the eventual launch of...
Curated Video
I WONDER - What Was The First Man-Made Satellite?
This video is answering the question of what was the first man-made satellite.
NASA
NASA | We Did All That in 50 Years!
Humans have always looked up at the sky. They used astronomy to track time, orient their cities, decide when to plant their crops, and even based their religious practices on their celestial world. But there was much more to learn.
Ancient Lights Media
Russia: Cold War and the Collapse of the Soviet Union 1953-1991
This clip examines the Cold War Era and the end of the Soviet Union.
Curated Video
The Search for Extraterrestrial Life: A Brief History of SETI
This video provides a brief overview of the history and ongoing efforts of the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI). It highlights the curiosity of scientists and amateur enthusiasts in seeking out intelligent life beyond our...
Curated Video
Satellites: Exploring Space and Enhancing Communication
This video provides a brief overview of satellites, their history, and their various purposes. It explains how satellites are used for military missions, astronomical observations, navigation, and communications. By floating in space and...