Mr. Beat
The Curse of Tippecanoe Explained
Will President Joe Biden die in office? If he does, some will blame the so-called "Curse of Tippecanoe," or "Tecumseh's Curse." That Mr. Beat dude explains.
Mr. Beat
The Great Replacement Theory Explained
Mr. Beat explains the Great Replacement Theory and how manipulative propaganda fools us into believing white nationalist talking points.
PBS
Why Do We HATE Paying Taxes?
America has one of the lowest tax rates in the world, and we each enjoy the benefits of our tax dollars every day... so why do we hate paying them so much?
PBS
Where Have All The Servers Gone?
QR codes, digital menus, phone ordering... why are restaurants suddenly relying so heavily on tech?
PBS
Why Americans Are Failing the Grade at Financial Literacy
Americans tend to get basic financial questions wrong compared to other Western countries… why is that? And what can be done about it?
PBS
The Smart Person's Guide to Giving
Whether you can give a little or a lot, being smart about how you donate your dollars can make them go farther and help more people in need.
PBS
Should You Buy Drugs Abroad? (feat. @pbsvitals )
Prescription drugs cost way more in America than most other countries... but is it wise (or safe) to buy them abroad?
Curated Video
Scientific Credibility
Business school professor Andrew Hoffman, University of Michigan, describes how most Americans do trust science and that, eventually, if scientists remain diligent about communicating their findings about climate change, most people will...
Curated Video
Baby Boom
“Baby Boom” will describe the time period from 1946-1964, which saw an increase in population and, ultimately, stimulated the nation’s economy.
Curated Video
Taco Bell History
Weird History Food is heading for the border for the history of Taco Bell. Everyone's favorite late-night drive-thru destination, Taco Bell had some humble beginnings starting in Southern California. Get your order ready because we are...
Curated Video
Democracy and the Founding Fathers
Political theorist John Dunn (Cambridge) describes how most Americans have a false view of their own political history.
Curated Video
Lewis and Clark Expedition
Lewis and Clark Expedition recognizes how acquiring the Louisiana Territory encouraged Americans to explore the West by reviewing the objectives of the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
Curated Video
Effects of the War of 1812
Effects of the War of 1812 explores the War of 1812 by analyzing the effects of the war.
Curated Video
American Opinions on Artificial Intelligence | 2019 Edition
This week, we're talking about what the average American thinks of artificial Intelligence, from a recent report from the Center for Partnership on AI.
Curated Video
Important People of Canada
A video entitled “Important People of Canada” which examines the lives of several people who were significant in Canada’s history.
Curated Video
The Untold Unbreakable Code
Native American Code Talkers used their own indigenous dialects to bamboozle enemy code breakers and help Allied forces to win two World Wars.
Curated Video
Zitkala-Ša: Advocate for the Rights of Native People
Gertrude Simmons Bonnin, aka Zitkala-Sa, fought against the US government as it forced Native Americans to assimilate into Anglo-American culture.
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.
John D Ruddy
Cuban Missile Crisis (Remastered Edition) - Manny Man Does History
Manny Man Does the history of the Cuban Missile Crisis. It's a quick and easy way to get up to speed on what the crisis was all about! Of course it's five minutes so not every single detail is in there but you get the general gist of...
John D Ruddy
American Revolution (Remastered Edition) - Manny Man Does History
This remastered edition of the American Revolution has a steadier pace and widescreen conversion.
Jack Rackam
The OTHER United States of America | The Life & Times of Tecumseh
America, 1776. The land is abuzz with revolution and you, my friend, you - are supporting the British. That’s because you don’t live here, you live… here. You’re a Shawnee Indian, and to be honest you preferred dealing with the French,...
One Minute History
074 Malcolm X and the Nation of Islam - One Minute History
1964 - Malcolm X publicly announces his break from the Nation of Islam. Expressing his desire to work with other civil rights leaders, he meets with Martin Luther King as the U.S. Senate debates the Civil Rights Act of 1964. He delivers...
One Minute History
112 Tadeusz Kościuszko - One Minute History
Tadeusz Kościuszko leaves his native Poland to join the American Revolution. An accomplished military architect, he serves as a Colonel in the Continental Army under Major General Horatio Gates. When General John Burgoyne and his...