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Macbeth 4.2 Performance: Ross, Lines 14b-26
This performance from Act 4, Scene 2 of Shakespeare's "Macbeth" features a poignant interaction where Ross reassures Lady Macduff about her husband's decisions, describing Macduff as "noble, wise, and judicious." Ross reflects on the...
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Macbeth 4.1 Performance: Macbeth, Lines 90-94a
This video explores a critical moment in Act 4, Scene 1 of Shakespeare's "Macbeth," where Macbeth expresses his determination to eliminate Macduff as a threat, despite the witches' prophecy. It highlights his paranoia and his resolve to...
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Macbeth 3.5 Interview: Hecate
In this video, viewers are treated to an interview with Hecate, the goddess of the moon and witches, shedding light on her role in Macbeth's fate. Through discussion on magic, destiny, and the power of illusions, learners gain insight...
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Macbeth 3.4 Performance: Lady Macbeth, Lines 63-71
In this performance, Lady Macbeth addresses her husband's hallucinations during the royal banquet. She tries to stabilize the situation by dismissing Macbeth's visions of Banquo's ghost as mere fits he has suffered since youth.
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Macbeth 3.1 Performance: Macbeth, Lines 46b-70
This video features a performance from Act 3 of Shakespeare's "Macbeth." It delves into Macbeth's internal conflict and fear regarding Banquo's descendants possibly usurping his throne. The video captures the psychological depth of...
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Macbeth 1.5 Discussion: Lady Macbeth's Language
This video delves into the rich use of figurative language in a brief but potent speech by Lady Macbeth in Shakespeare's "Macbeth." The discussion highlights how Lady Macbeth manipulates words to foreshadow Duncan's impending doom and...
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Julius Caesar 3.1 Scene Summary
This video examines a pivotal scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," focusing on the dramatic moments of Caesar's assassination and the immediate aftermath as the conspirators confront the consequences of their actions. The video...
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Julius Caesar 2.2 Performance: Caesar and Calpurnia, Lines 37b-56
This video analyzes a pivotal moment in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," where Caesar decides to ignore the grave warnings presented by the priests who, upon failing to find a heart in a sacrificial animal, advise him not to leave his...
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Julius Caesar 2.2 Performance: Caesar and Calpurnia, Lines 25-37a
This video focuses on a critical scene in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" where Caesar dismisses the ominous omens and prophecies that forewarn his demise, choosing to face his fate with a stoic resolve. It highlights Caesar's perspective...
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Julius Caesar 2.2 Interview: Caesar and Calpurnia
This video examines a pivotal scene in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" where Caesar decides to ignore ominous warnings and attend the Senate, influenced by the interpretations and persuasions of others around him. The discussion highlights...
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Julius Caesar 1.3 Performance: Cassius, Lines 57-78
This video examines a scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" where Cassius critiques Casca's reaction to the unusual and ominous events occurring in Rome. Cassius challenges Casca's fearful response to the supernatural signs, arguing...
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Julius Caesar 1.2 Performance: Caesar, Lines 198-214
This video delves into a crucial moment from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," focusing on Caesar's expressed unease about Cassius. Caesar outlines his suspicions about Cassius' lean and observant nature, indicating that such men who read...
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The Legacy of the Atomic Bomb: From Hiroshima to the Cold War
This video provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of the impact of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II, the subsequent nuclear testing at Bikini Atoll, and the development of nuclear weapons through...
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New Asthma Drug 'Zoe' Offers Hope and Concerns for Patients
The video discusses a new asthma drug called Zoe, which doctors believe could prevent up to 1400 deaths in the UK annually. Costing 300 British pounds per injection every fortnight, this drug has been hailed as a miracle by a patient...
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Slithering Marvels: Unveiling the World of Snakes
Explore the fascinating world of snakes, from the giant Anaconda to the tiny Bramini blind snake. Learn about their diverse habitats, the fear of snakes (Ophidiophobia), and their ecological roles. Discover how some snakes can glide and...
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Rosa Parks: Catalyst for Change in Civil Rights
This video focuses on Rosa Parks' active involvement in the civil rights movement. It recounts the pivotal bus incident that galvanized her commitment, her decision to leave her job for family responsibilities, and her participation in a...
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How to Influence People by Appealing to their Emotion
Nobody ever makes a decision on the facts alone. We make our choices based on emotions, and then use the facts to justify our decision… to others and to ourselves. So, how can you influence people by appealing to emotion?
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What is Transactional Leadership?
Transactional Leadership is the everyday leadership between a manager and colleague, officer and soldier, or any leader and their followers. It is the process of passing on a request or requirement and winning a commitment to meet it.
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The Psychology of Motivation: Understand the Basics
Motivation is a mental and emotional state. So, we need to understand the basics of the psychology of motivation and how motivation works in the brain. That's what we will do in this video.
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Handling Resistance - Masters of Negotiation series
The Handling Resistance Pocketbook is a mini-goldmine of tips and tricks to handle resistance in all sorts of contexts - including negotiation. And I know the author, Mike Clayton, well... It's me! Although not strictly a book about...
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Milestones and Deadlines for Self-Motivation and Greater Productivity
How do you motivate yourself to be productive and get things done? Milestones and deadlines are great motivators. And they work in slightly different ways. So, to understand self-motivation with milestones and deadlines, take a look at...
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Wellbeing A-Z -Needles
What is Belonephobia? It’s a fear of Needles, and is more common than you think!
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Facing Fears: The Power of Zoo Therapy with Spiders
This video discusses the therapeutic benefits of interacting with animals, specifically focusing on the positive effects of owning pets on heart health and reducing hypertension. It also delves into the common phobia of arachnophobia and...