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New Orleans and the Mississippi River
Dr. Forrester informs the student about the effects of the Mississippi River on the city of New Orleans.
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First Ladies
The role of the First Lady of the United States has changed over the years. These women have shaped the White House as well as the nation.
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Madeleine L'Engle
For Madeleine L’Engle, the starry night sky sparked profound questions about life, the universe, and her place in it. Inspired by science and spirituality, her extraordinary works of fiction have captured the hearts and minds of millions.
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7 Principles of Psychological Persuasion
The principles of persuasion are a set of psychological rules to influence others. In his book "Influence", Robert Cialdini outlines 6 main principles: Reciprocity, scarcity, authority, consistency, liking and consensus. He later added a...
PBS
Beyond the Supernatural Horror of the Nishi Daak Ghost
The lines between demon, spirit, and deity are often blurred in the cultures of the Indian subcontinent, where the clear “good vs. evil” dualism that is seen more commonly in the Western hemisphere don’t exist in quite the same way. The...
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Why the Dragon is Central to Chinese Culture
The Chinese dragon is one of the world’s most globally recognized monsters. Playing a major role throughout Chinese history, they were both creators and destroyers and controlled the elements. They've influenced everything from politics...
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Julius Caesar 2.3 Interview: Artemidorus
This video presents a critical conversation where Artemidorus emphasizes the power of effective communication and its pivotal role in politics and personal influence. As Artemidorus prepares to deliver a warning to Caesar about a...
Seven Dimensions
Speak Clearly and Concisely
Use language that everyone understands and avoid jargon; Don't mumble, articulate words clearly and vary your tone; Pause between phrases and thoughts rather than using filler words like “um, ah, like, basically, you know”; Use relevant...
Great Big Story
The Legendary Cartoonist Changing the Face of Comics
Discover the remarkable journey of Daniel Clowes, an influential figure in the world of comics whose creations like 'Ghost World' and 'Eightball' reshaped the landscape of graphic storytelling. Narrated by Woody Harrelson, this...
Visual Learning Systems
Volcanic Eruptions
This video describes the causes of volcanic eruptions and some of the different ways eruptions can occur.
Great Big Story
The Legendary Cartoonist Changing the Face of Comics
Discover the remarkable journey of Daniel Clowes, an influential figure in the world of comics whose creations like 'Ghost World' and 'Eightball' reshaped the landscape of graphic storytelling. Narrated by Woody Harrelson, this...
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Evolution of Music Production: From Home Studios to Global Collaboration
The video explores the evolution of music production in the digital age, showcasing how technology has democratized the industry and blurred the lines between amateur and professional musicians. It follows the journey of individuals who...
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What is the Paradox of Choice? Influencing through Selection
Have you ever had so many choices that you simply could not make up your mind? It’s called ‘overchoice’. And we are less happy when we have more choices. Barry Schwarz called this ‘the Paradox of Choice’. The Paradox of Choice:...
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The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: the Ethics of Influence and Persuasion
Before we get into the detail of techniques for Influencing and persuading, it’s important to acknowledge that they can be used for good or for ill. And that there is an ethical dimension to the methods you choose. So, lets look at the...
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Appearance Matters in Influence & Persuasion
First impressions matter. My father said: ‘you only get one chance to make a first impression’. And we judge each other when we first meet. So, let’s look at why appearance matter and how to optimize your appearance for persuasion.
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How to Use Your Authority to Influence and Persuade
I am not sure if it’s mostly society or psychology, but most of us feel a sense of duty to authority. When we perceive someone has a higher status in hierarchy, social standing, or intellect, we tend to defer to them. To do otherwise is...
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How to Build Trust. And Why it Matters in Influence & Persuasion
There is no way you can persuade someone who does not trust you. Trust is a vital part of Influence and persuasion. So, let’s look at how to build Trust. We already have a very popular video about trust, that discusses Maister, Green,...
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How to Use Reason and Logic in Influence & Persuasion
It may be that nobody ever makes a decision based solely on the facts. But they do need the facts and the reasons to justify their decision. Maybe to the people around them. Or perhaps just for themselves. As a result, we need to use...
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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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Tit-for-Tat: How to Influence with Reciprocation
Human beings are wired for fairness. If I do something for you, you will likely feel some obligation to return the favor. This tit for tat behavior is what psychologists call reciprocation. And it is a powerful way to influence people.
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KISS: Keep It Short & Simple when You Want to Influence & Persuade
Aren’t people impressed by expertise, jargon, science, and technical detail? Well, yes. And no. Let me explain why it pays to keep it short and simple when you want to influence or persuade.
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Help them Persuade Themselves: the Influence of Questions
Questions are a great way to influence somebody. Asking a question focuses their attention. And, if you ask the right question, you are likely to get the right answer. Let’s look at how to use questions to influence and persuade...