Crash Course
Why Human Evolution Matters: Crash Course Big History 204
This week on Crash Course Big History, Emily is talking about process of human evolution, and the knack for innovation that has allowed humans to become so dominant on the Earth. Human innovation, and the ability to build on those...
TED Talks
Simon Sinek: Why good leaders make you feel safe
What makes a great leader? Management theorist Simon Sinek suggests, it’s someone who makes their employees feel secure, who draws staffers into a circle of trust. But creating trust and safety — especially in an uneven economy — means...
SciShow
Why These Bees Just Keep Staring at Flowers
You might have wondered why bumblebees stop for a moment to stare at the flower they were just interacted with. Are they cherishing all the good times they had together, or is this behavior serving a biological purpose?
SciShow
3 Animals That Are Smarter Than You Thought
Dolphins, crows, apes -- you know the drill about smart animals. But there are lots of animals that are smarter than you think. Not everyone thinks they're pretty, but scientists know they're smart.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Evolution's great mystery: Language | Michael Corballis
What we call language is something more specific than communication. Language is about sharing what's in our minds: stories, opinions, questions, the past or future, imagined times or places, ideas. It is fundamentally open-ended, and...
TED Talks
Natalie Fratto: 3 ways to measure your adaptability -- and how to improve it
When venture investor Natalie Fratto is determining which start-up founder to support, she doesn't just look for intelligence or charisma; she looks for adaptability. In this insightful talk, Fratto shares three ways to measure your...
Be Smart
What This Chart Actually Means for COVID-19
Stay informed. Stay cautious, but not scared. Listen to scientists and public health officials and follow their guidance. By protecting yourself, you’re protecting the most vulnerable among us. Together we can flatten the curve on...
TED Talks
TED: The problem with plastics -- and how they're changing the environment | Patricia Villarrubia-Gómez
Plastics are everywhere -- they're in our favorite electronic devices, they package our food and insulate our homes. Today, the total mass of plastic is twice the total mass of all living organisms on the planet, and it's starting to...
Crash Course
How Are We All Part of Ending Outbreaks? Crash Course Outbreak Science
Over the course of this series, we've seen that outbreak science is actually MANY sciences, including biology, epidemiology, sociology, and even economics! Because outbreak science is an interdisciplinary field, everyone has a role to...
Crash Course
How Does the Healthcare System Work During Outbreaks? Crash Course Outbreak Science
Day to day, hospitals provide all kinds of services to help us get better and stay healthy, but during an outbreak, hospitals are the front line of the emergency. In this episode of Crash Course Outbreak Science, we'll look at how...
Crash Course
Crash Course Outbreak Science Preview
Welcome to Crash Course Outbreak Science! What do pathogens actually do to us that makes us sick? Why do societies respond to outbreaks of infectious diseases the way they do? How can we stop the next outbreak? These are the kinds of...
Curated Video
Adaptability: Lessons from Onai the Octopus
In this video, Onai the octopus discusses the concept of adaptability with the host, Jade. Onai shares examples of how he adapts to different environments and situations, emphasizing the importance of accepting change and finding...
Curated Video
The Marvels of World Cup Stadiums: South Korea's Seoul World Cup Stadium and China's Beijing National Stadium
This video explores two iconic stadiums, the Stangam Stadium in South Korea and the Beijing National Stadium in China. These stadiums not only serve as venues for sporting events but also represent cultural hubs and symbols of national...
Curated Video
The Future of Sporting Stadiums: Cape Town Stadium and Mambala Stadium
This video discusses the rise of multi-purpose stadiums in the world of sports, focusing on the Greenpoint Stadium in Cape Town, South Africa. It explores the features and benefits of these stadiums, including their capacity,...
Curated Video
The Evolution of Wembley Stadium and Park Stadium: From Old to New
This video explores the history and construction of two iconic stadiums - Wembley Stadium in London and Park Stadium in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. It highlights the significance of these stadiums in hosting major sporting events and the...
Curated Video
If you want to go far...
If you want to go far...' is from the African proverb: If you want to go fast, go alone If you want to go far, go as a group In this opinion-video, I muse on how that applies to Project management and the project environment. And I also...
Curated Video
What is Kanban? Project Management in Under 5
Kanban originated in the manufacturing sector. But, recently, it has become a popular approach to managing projects. This is especially as it has been developed into an Agile Project Management methodology. So, what is Kanban and Kanban...
Curated Video
Java Multithreading and Parallel Programming Masterclass - Monitoring the Performance of a ThreadPool
This video explains monitoring the performance of a ThreadPool.
Curated Video
Could The Next Blackout Be More Deadly Than Katrina?
With climate change making temperatures more extreme each year, like we recently saw in the great Texas freeze and the Northwest heatwave, large-scale power outages become a matter of life and death. Could a power grid failure during an...
Wonderscape
Short and Long-Term Health Risks of Smoking
Smoking in teens not only leads to addiction but also poses both immediate and long-term health risks. Learn about the many harmful effects of smoking from coughing and shortness of breath to cancers and coronary heart disease....
Curated Video
Energy
The capacity of a system or a body to do work. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films reinforce abstract concepts...
Curated Video
Electricity: Supply and Demand
As demand for electricity rises, supply can become jeopardised. With electricity difficult to store, how to power companies manage this delicate balancing act? Earth Science - Earth's Resources - Learning Points. Electricity producers...
Curated Video
Little Breathers
Find out how humans can overcome biological responses to hold their breath underwater for several minutes. Biology - Human Body - Learning Points. When we hold our breaths, our lungs signal the brain to start breathing again. The human...