Brainwaves Video Anthology
Benjamin Abelow Teachers Make a Difference: Norman Miller & Marc Trachtenberg
Benjamin Abelow holds a B.A. in modern European history from the University of Pennsylvania, where he participated in an honors seminar on U.S. Cold War foreign policy taught by the scholar Marc Tractenberg. He then worked in Washington,...
Brave Wilderness
Would You Enter a Snake Infested Forest?
Snakes on snakes on snakes. Coyote and Will Robertson are heading to the Appalachian Mountains to showcase some of the amazing snake diversity of the eastern U.S. They’ll catch and handle a hognose snake, a black racer, a rat snake, a...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Colin Campbell - Teachers Make a Difference - Dr. Ira Harvaky
COLIN CAMPBELL is a writer and director for theater and film. The short film he wrote and directed with his beautiful and talented wife, Seraglio, was nominated for an Academy Award. Campbell teaches screenwriting at Chapman University...
TLDR News
Are Democrats Turning The Midterm Tide?
History suggests that incumbent presidents usually lose midterm elections, but recent polling has seen Democrats closing the gap. So which races are they set to win, and why are they bucking the trend? Could Biden do the impossible and...
Hip Hughes History
The Whiskey Rebellion Explained: U.S. History Review
The 1791-1794 Whiskey Rebellion broken down and explained for students, life long learners and the cray cray on the internet. I apologize for calling General John Neville, George a few times during the lecture. Although most historians...
Curated Video
Exploring Philadelphia: A Rich History, Art, and Sports Hub
In this educational video, we explore the fascinating city of Philadelphia, the fifth most populous state in America. Known for its rich history and vibrant culture, Philadelphia offers a unique blend of past and present.
TLDR News
More Documents Found: How Much Trouble is Biden in?
With Biden's recent mishandling of classified Vice Presidential documents, many are comparing the situation with Trump's Mar-a-Lago scandal. So what exactly happened? How similar are these situations? And what does this mean for Biden's...
TLDR News
Trump's Endorsements: Will Donald Play Kingmaker This Election Season?
Trump might not be running in any elections (at least not until 2024) but that doesn't mean he isn't having an influence, with Trump endorsed candidates winning primaries across the country. So we discuss Trump's continued impact in 2022.
TLDR News
Midterm 2022 Results: Why did the Republicans Flop?
With most of the results in it looks like the Republicans have done a lot worse than expected. So we run down the biggest results, how the republicans fumbled the ball and if this could bring an end to Trumpism.
TLDR News
Trump vs DeSantis: The Battle that could kill the Republicans
With the midterm results in, Florida's Ron DeSantis looks set up for a battle with former President Trump. The pair's determination to take over the Republican party could actually tear the whole party in two... so who's going to win &...
TLDR News
Could Trump Really Win the Republican Nomination?
Yesterday, Trump announced that he would indeed be running to become the Republican Presidential Nominee in 2024. However, it does seem that the GOP has moved on from their Trump Era, so we outline the latest midterm updates & Trump's...
TLDR News
Can the Democrats Snatch the Midterms?
We're moments away from the midterm results, so we wanted to breakdown the latest data. We'll examine who's most likely to win each of the chambers, the states to watch and what to expect...
Curated Video
Catalina Trico: New Netherland's Founding Mother
Catalina Trico was a young trailblazer and the first European mother in what would become New York State.
Science360
Researchers discover the Earth's inner-inner core-Science Now 32
In this week's episode we also explore spot fires, haptic technology for touchscreens, and finally we examine the recent water contamination in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Check it out!
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: The Middle Atlantic Region - Delaware
This clip explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of Delaware.
Hip Hughes History
Fries Rebellion Explained: US History Review
The third of your early American domestic rebellions, following Shay's Rebellion and everybody's favorite Whiskey Rebellion. A short lecture on the causes of this Southeastern PA rebellion, the actual event and most importantly the effects.
TLDR News
Election Fraud Fact Checked: Is Biden Actually Trying to Steal the Election - TLDR News
As many predicted the last couple of days have been filled with misinformation and claims from the President about voter fraud. So in this video, we tackle that exact issue & respond to our viewers. We go through the comments from our...
Next Animation Studio
Fracking linked to increased methane in water
A recent study from Duke University has suggested a link between shale gas extraction or 'fracking' and methane contamination in drinking water in Northeast Pennsylvania. The study found concentrations of Methane 17 times higher in wells...
Curated Video
Thomas Garrett and the Underground Railroad
By day he worked as an iron merchant – but by night, Thomas Garrett helped thousands escape slavery as a station master on the Underground Railroad.
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Joe Mazza - Community Engagement
Dr. Joseph Mazza is a lifelong learner, leader, and innovator. Joe currently serves as the Leadership Innovation Manager at The University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education. In this role, Joe works with faculty, students,...
Curated Video
Rachel Carson's Fight for the Environment
Marine biologist and writer Rachel Carson demanded that the US government take responsibility to protect people and the planet. Her book Silent Spring was a turning point in the modern environmental movement.
Book Club for Kids
Race and "Maniac Magee"
In Jerry Spinelli’s Maniac Magee, a twelve-year-old orphan runs away in search of a home and finds himself in a small Pennsylvania town segregated by race. There, the mysterious stranger, who earns the nickname “Maniac” for his legendary...