PBS
How Cosmic Inflation Flattened the Universe
Although much of the Big Bang Theory is widely accepted to be true, it only gets us part of the way there. Observable truths such as the CMB and the flatness of our universe reveal that there is no way the universe has been expanding at...
TED Talks
Bill Gates: Mosquitos, malaria and education
Bill Gates hopes to solve some of the world's biggest problems using a new kind of philanthropy. In a passionate and, yes, funny 18 minutes, he asks us to consider two big questions and how we might answer them. (And see the Q&A on the...
SciShow
Absolute Zero: Absolute Awesome
Hank explains absolute zero: -273.15 degrees Celsius - and the coldest place in the known universe may surprise you.
SciShow
Why We Didn't Know How Long a Venus Day Was
Researchers have finally determined how long a day on Venus is, give or take an episode of Brooklyn 99.
SciShow
5 Measurements You Might Not Realize Are Named After Scientists
Units are a major way we describe the world around us, and by looking at the scientists some of them are named after, we can get a sense of how we’ve learned so much about our universe.
SciShow
Great Minds We Lost in 2012
Hank pays tribute to some of the great scientific minds we lost in 2012, and then apologizes for some mistakes made in recent SciShow episodes.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: What is the coldest thing in the world? - Lina Marieth Hoyos
The coldest materials in the world aren't in Antarctica or at the top of Mount Everest. They're in physics labs: clouds of gases held just fractions of a degree above absolute zero. Lina Marieth Hoyos explains how temperatures this low...
Curated Video
%$?# Allergies!
Springtime means the arrival of green grass, bright flowers, and buzzing bees. But for many of us, it's also about sneezing, watery red eyes, and a runny nose, thanks to allergies. In this week's video, you'll learn why we get allergies,...
TED Talks
Online learning could change academia -- for good | Tyler Dewitt
Higher education remains rooted in rigid, traditional structures and tracks -- and it's at risk of getting left behind in favor of expanded access, greater flexibility and tailored learning. Educator Tyler DeWitt explains how innovations...
SciShow
Did We Find Longitude Thanks To A...Clock?
The equator is a clear and accurate line around Earth that makes measuring latitude a precise science, but when it came to figuring out how to do that with longitude, British sailors were at a loss. Until they devised a competition.
SciShow
How Do Rainbows Form?
SciShow explains how three important ingredients -- sunlight, water, and you -- interact to create the illusion of a rainbow. The colorful details are inside!
TED-Ed
TED-ED: How the K_nigsberg bridge problem changed mathematics - Dan Van der Vieren
You'd have a hard time finding the medieval city K_nigsberg on any modern maps, but one particular quirk in its geography has made it one of the most famous cities in mathematics. Dan Van der Vieren explains how grappling with...
PBS
Giving students a leg-up with job skills a resume won't show
When applying to a job out of college, having a top-notch resume isn't enough anymore. College graduates from top schools apply alongside dozens of similarly qualified candidates. In light of new hiring trends, a program at Georgetown...
SciShow
Why Do We Call Them 'Astronauts'?
Ever wonder the difference between an 'Astronaut' and a 'Cosmonaut'? Well, have a seat and get comfortable because SciShow Space will tell you all about it.
PBS
Giving students a leg up with job skills a resume won't show
When applying to a job out of college, having a top-notch resume isn't enough anymore. College graduates from top schools apply alongside dozens of similarly qualified candidates. In light of new hiring trends, a program at Georgetown...
Curated Video
Statistics & Mathematics for Data Science and Data Analytics - Dealing with Missing Data
New ReviewIn this lecture, you will learn how to approach this problem of dealing with missing data and look at some practical examples.
Curated Video
Becoming a Cyber Security Professional - A Beginner's Career Guide - You Don't need a Degree?
New ReviewIn this video, you will learn whether it is important to have a degree or not for a career in this industry, if so, what degrees are best suited for these job roles.
Curated Video
Complete Linux Training Course to Get Your Dream IT Job - New to IT (A+ Certification)
New ReviewGuide for newcomers to IT, emphasizing the A+ certification as a foundational credential to kickstart a tech career.
Curated Video
Complete Linux Training Course to Get Your Dream IT Job - College Degree
New ReviewDiscuss the importance of a college degree in IT, weighing its value against experience and certifications in the field.
Curated Video
Complete Linux Training Course to Get Your Dream IT Job - Facts about IT
New ReviewExplore interesting facts about the IT sector, highlighting the industry's growth, diversity, and impact on the global economy.
Wonderscape
Martin Luther King Jr.: The Man Behind the Holiday
New ReviewThis video provides a detailed overview of the life of Martin Luther King Jr., from his upbringing in a segregated America to his education and eventual leadership in the civil rights movement. It highlights key moments in his life, such...
Professor Dave Explains
Life in the Ice Age (Hunter-Gatherers)
Now that humans are all over the world, what do their lives look like? How were they influenced by the Ice Age that occurred at that time? How complex can hunter-gatherer society become? Let's get a closer look!
Professor Dave Explains
The Beginnings of Human Civilization
For a long time humans were hunter-gatherers. But at a certain point, human civilization began to flourish. This involved large cities of thousands of people, social stratification, trade specialization, and record-keeping. Agriculture...
Curated Video
How to Get Hypnosis Training
Howcast - Learn how to get hypnosis training from clinical hypnotherapist Debbie Catz in this Howcast video.