TED Talks
Rives: If I controlled the Internet
How many poets could cram eBay, Friendster and Monster.com into 3-minute poem worthy of a standing ovation? Enjoy Rives' unique talent.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: What yoga does to your body and brain | Krishna Sudhir
There are many different approaches to modern yoga— though most forms have three core elements: physical postures, breathing exercises, and spiritual contemplation.This blend of physical and mental exercise is widely believed to have a...
TED Talks
Thelma Golden: How art gives shape to cultural change
Thelma Golden, curator at the Studio Museum in Harlem, talks through three recent shows that explore how art examines and redefines culture. The "post-black" artists she works with are using their art to provoke a new dialogue about race...
TED Talks
TED: Can home cooking change the world? | Gaston Acurio
When Gaston Acurio started his now world-famous restaurant Astrid & Gaston in the 1990s, no one suspected that he would elevate the Peruvian home-cooking he grew up with to haute cuisine. Nearly thirty years and a storied career later,...
TED Talks
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: The danger of a single story
Our lives, our cultures, are composed of many overlapping stories. Novelist Chimamanda Adichie tells the story of how she found her authentic cultural voice -- and warns that if we hear only a single story about another person or...
Curated Video
Surfing: From Hawaiian Roots to Modern Culture
This video provides an engaging and informative overview of surfing, tracing its origins from Hawaii to its impact on American culture. It explores the connection between surfing and beach culture, highlights the influence of World War 2...
Curated Video
The Power of Faith and Hope: Exploring Cultures and Illusions
In this video, children learn about the concept of faith and its importance in believing in something even when it seems impossible. The video explores how faith can be based on personal beliefs or cultural influences, and emphasizes the...
Curated Video
How Mexico City Grew So LARGE And Why It's Facing An Existential Problem
Mexico City is the largest city in North America by far at about 22 million people in its metro area. But despite being such an overwhelmingly dominant city, it's facing an existential crisis due to some absolutely god awful geography....
Curated Video
Seoul: Music, Culture, and Sports
Seoul, South Korea:"From this peninsula located in Central America we will travel to Seoul, a bustling city full of history and culture."
Curated Video
The Charm and Culture of New Orleans
Discovering New Orleans, USA:Experience the charm of southern hospitality in the vibrant city of New Orleans. Indulge in delectable cuisine and immerse yourself in the soulful rhythms of its music scene. Delve into the city's rich...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Gran Saposoa Discovery
GRAN SAPOSOA DISCOVERY IN THIS ERA OF SOPHISTICATED TECHNOLOGY AND INTENSE ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESEARCH IT S HARD TO BELIEVE THAT THE EARTH CAN STILL HIDE LOST CIVILISATIONS. BUT IT DOES AND THE THRILL OF DISCOVERY WAS RECENTLY GIVEN TO A...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Lake Titicaca
LAKE TITICACA LAKE TITICACA IS THE HIGHEST NAVIGABLE LAKE IN THE WORLD. SPREAD ACROSS THE BORDER BETWEEN BOLIVIA AND PERU IT SPANS OVER 8,000 SQUARE KILOMETRES AT A HEIGHT OF OVER 3,800 METRES ABOVE SEA LEVEL.
Curated Video
7 Ways to Land a Job with a Liberal Arts Degree
Considering a Liberal Arts degree but worried about snagging a job after graduation? Check out what these seasoned professionals have to say, including what the Liberal Arts offered which no other degree could!
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Melissa Tracy - Food Matters
Melissa Tracy is a 2023 top ten finalist for the Global Teacher Prize. She teaches at Odyssey Charter School, an innovative and diverse dual-language Greek School founded in 2006 which is currently the second-largest public charter...
Curated Video
Exploring Dublin: History, Culture, and Cuisine
Discovering Dublin's Treasures:Delve into the rich tapestry of history in Dublin, Ireland's vibrant capital. Explore a historical prison with a poignant past, uncover the secrets of Dublin Castle, and immerse yourself in the lively...
Curated Video
Saint Petersburg: Peter the Great and the Hermitage Museum
Discovering Saint Petersburg, Russia:Next, we journey to Saint Petersburg, the historic capital of Russia. Explore the grandeur of the Hermitage Museum, home to one of the world's largest art collections, boasting nearly three million...
Curated Video
Get Hired: Global Fluency
Building connections and strong relationships is a cornerstone of successful business. Our world is becoming bigger and more diverse every day and your ability to collaborate with individuals of different backgrounds and cultures is...
Curated Video
International Students: Visa Process and Time Frame
The United States visa process can be a confusing path to map out. From CPT vs. OPT to deadlines and conditions, the process sees upwards of 80% of international students returning home to their countries after graduation. The best way...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Easter Island
EASTER ISLAND EASTER ISLAND OR RAPA NUI AS IT IS KNOWN TODAY IS ONE OF THE WORLD'S MOST REMOTE INHABITED ISLANDS. IT IS FAMOUS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD FOR ITS LARGE STONE STATUES, THE MOAI. BUT WHILE THEIR STONY GAZE NEVER SHIFTS, LIFE FOR...
Curated Video
How to Do Issue Management
With any project, things will happen that you don't expect. Issues will emerge. So, how do you do Issue Management? In this video, I describe the following steps: 1. Identify Issues 2. Analyze Issues 3. Plan Issue Response 4. Take...
Curated Video
Charlemagne (Part 2/2) The Carolingian Renaissance
Charlemagne (Part 2/2) The Carolingian Renaissance
Curated Video
Second Round Interviews: Part 2
In the second part of our two part series, we help break down the differences between first and second round interviews as well as highlight some of the bigger mistakes that can end your hiring chances on the spot.
Curated Video
The Importance Of Company Culture
What defines a company's culture? Is it simply the benefits and perks or is it something bigger, like feeling inspired by those around you to do your best. We've asked some of our recent interviewees to chime in on this as well as the...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Red Square
RED SQUARE FOR MOST OF THE 20TH CENTURY, MILITARY PARADES SUCH AS THIS ONE IN MOSCOW S RED SQUARE WERE A FAMILIAR SIGHT TO VIEWERS AROUND THE WORLD. THEY WERE A REGULAR PROPAGANDA EXERCISE DURING THE SOVIET ERA. NOW, LIKE THE SOVIET...