SciShow
5 Computer Scientists Who Changed Programming Forever
It's taken the work of many programmers to turn computers into something we carry in our pockets, and here are five (technically 10!) that we think you should be aware of.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The dark history of Mount Rushmore | Ned Blackhawk and Jeffrey D. Means
Between 1927 and 1941, workers blasted 450,000 tons of rock from a mountainside using chisels, jackhammers, and dynamite. Gradually, they carved out Mount Rushmore. Today, the monument draws nearly 3 million people to South Dakota's...
TED Talks
George Monbiot: The new political story that could change everything
To get out of the mess we're in, we need a new story that explains the present and guides the future, says author George Monbiot. Drawing on findings from psychology, neuroscience and evolutionary biology, he offers a new vision for...
TED Talks
TED: The unheard story of the Sistine Chapel | Elizabeth Lev
* Viewer discretion advised. This video includes discussion of mature topics and may be inappropriate for some audiences. The Sistine Chapel is one of the most iconic buildings on earth -- but there's a lot you probably don't know about...
TED Talks
TED: Can we create new senses for humans? | David Eagleman
As humans, we can perceive less than a ten-trillionth of all light waves. "Our experience of reality," says neuroscientist David Eagleman, "is constrained by our biology." He wants to change that. His research into our brain processes...
TED Talks
Aparna Rao: Art that craves your attention
In this charming talk, artist Aparna Rao shows us her latest work: cool, cartoony sculptures (with neat robotic tricks underneath them) that play with your perception -- and crave your attention. Take a few minutes to simply be delighted.
TED Talks
TED: Why you should love statistics | Alan Smith
Think you're good at guessing stats? Guess again. Whether we consider ourselves math people or not, our ability to understand and work with numbers is terribly limited, says data visualization expert Alan Smith. In this delightful talk,...
SciShow
5 Computer Scientists Who Changed Programming Forever
It's taken the work of many programmers to turn computers into something we carry in our pockets, and here are five (technically 10!) that we think you should be aware of.
TED-Ed
Can you win a game of quantum foosball? | Matteo Fadel
After a long day working on the particle accelerator, you and your friends head to the arcade to unwind. The lights go out for a second, and when they come back, there before you gleams a foosball table. Always game, you insert your...
TED Talks
TED: An artist's unflinching look at racial violence | Sanford Biggers
Conceptual artist and TED Fellow Sanford Biggers uses painting, sculpture, video and performance to spark challenging conversations about the history and trauma of black America. Join him as he details two compelling works and shares the...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Everything you need to know to read "The Canterbury Tales" - Iseult Gillespie
A portly Miller, barely able to sit on his horse, rambles on about the flighty wife of a crotchety old carpenter and the scholar she takes as her lover. This might sound like a bawdy joke, but it's part of one of the most esteemed works...
SciShow Kids
Why Does Tickling Make Me Laugh?
If you're ticklish, you know that you can't stop from laughing and wiggling around when you get tickled! But why does your body react this way, and why can't you stop it? Jessi's here to fill you in!
Crash Course
Unit Conversion & Significant Figures: Crash Course Chemistry
A unit is the frequently arbitrary designation we have given to something to convey a definite magnitude of a physical quantity and every quantity can be expressed in terms of the seven base units that are contained in the international...
Crash Course
Netflix & Chill: Crash Course Philosophy
Last week we talked about language and meaning. Today, Hank explores some of the things that complicate meaning and how we get around that. We’ll explain conversational implicature, the cooperative principle, and the four main maxims of...
Curated Video
Understanding Your Paycheck: A Breakdown of Key Components
This video provides a clear and concise explanation of the different components of a typical paycheck, including the pay date, pay period, gross pay, net pay, and various deductions such as taxes and benefits. It emphasizes the...
Curated Video
8-year-old Violinist Excels Despite Hand Disability
How often do we come across situations in our daily lives where we just shake our heads and decide we can’t do something? Typically, we have the luxury of this choice, but for some people, “can’t” is not an option. Meet Nickie Alarie,...
Curated Video
8-Year-Old Violinist Excels Beyond Measure Despite Hand Disability
Nickie Alarie does not know the word 'can't.' Born with a hand deformity she doesn't have use of her second hand like we do. Her 'small' hand only allows her a low range of capability. Nicki, an 8-year-old from a small town in Ontario,...
Curated Video
What Are Spirit Animals?
Howcast - Learn what spirit animals are from Wiccan High Priestess Phyllis Curott in this Howcast video.
Curated Video
How to Memorize Facts & Figures
Howcast - Impress your friends and do better at school or work by memorizing important information. With a few tips and consistent training, you'll soon have an elephant's memory.
Curated Video
How to Make a Diorama
Howcast - A fun craft project for the kids or for a book report, history class, or science project for school, a diorama brings three-dimensional reality to any idea.
Curated Video
UN Report: Home Is The Most Dangerous Place For Women
What Comes To Your Mind When Thinking About The Most Unsafe Place For Women? A Un Report Reveals That Home Is The Most Dangerous Place For Women. Where Are Women Safe, If Not At Home? Where Should They Go? @mollygambhir Discusses The...
Curated Video
Significant Figures: Learn it the Easy Way!
Welcome to our complete high school mathematics tutorial series! Whether you’re a student preparing for exams, a teacher seeking additional resources, or a parent helping your child succeed in math, these videos cover a wide range of...
Curated Video
What did People from the Past REALLY look like? Portraits are the Original Photo Filters
This video uncovers the hidden secrets in historical portraits, like the altered image of Isabella de Medici, and explores how art has long been used to manipulate appearances. We dive into the symbolism, cultural beauty standards, and...
Curated Video
What did Henry VIII really look like? Facial Reconstructions & Portrait Analysis
In this video, we explore the life and portraits of King Henry VIII, one of the most iconic figures in English history. Known for his six wives and lavish lifestyle, Henry’s appearance changed dramatically over his lifetime. We dive into...