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90s Heartthrobs: Behind the Crushes
Revisit the golden era of '90s heartthrobs as Great Big Story takes you on a journey through the iconic crushes of that time. From Clayton Snyder's Ethan Craft in Lizzie McGuire to Robert Ri'chard's Arnaz from One on One, and Dante...
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Defying Gravity: The Resilience of Elite Disability Gymnast Natasha Coates
Meet Natasha Coates, an elite disability gymnast who defies the odds and gravity in pursuit of her passion. Despite battling mass activation syndrome, a rare condition triggering life-threatening allergic reactions, Natasha soars through...
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Sweet Innovations: The Junk Food Wizard
Discover the fascinating journey of William A. Mitchell, an All-American food chemist and junk food wizard whose creations revolutionized the world's taste buds. From the infamous Pop Rocks to the beloved Tang and Cool Whip, Mitchell's...
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Walking Across Continents: Tom's Journey with Savannah
Join Tom and his faithful dog, Savannah, on an extraordinary adventure as they walk across 35 different countries, covering 18,000 miles over five years. Tom's journey began with a desire for adventure and a realization of life's...
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From NFL to Opera Singer
Experience the incredible journey of Tor Papua, an operatic tenor whose life story harmonizes the worlds of opera and football. In this collaboration with Great Big Story, actress and singer Minnie Driver guides us through the...
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How the Language From the Sims Was Created
Step into the captivating world of Simlish, the fictional language that breathed life into one of the most iconic life simulation games—The Sims. From its humble beginnings in the year 2000 to becoming a global phenomenon, Simlish has...
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Defying Odds, The Pitcher with Proteus Syndrome
Discover Dylan's inspiring journey as a baseball pitcher overcoming Proteus syndrome to excel on the field.
Curated Video
Julius Caesar 1.1 Caesar’s Rise to Power
This video explores the dramatic rise of Julius Caesar against the backdrop of the Roman Republic's political dynamics, highlighting his early alliance with Pompey, his unparalleled military successes in Gaul, and the consequential civil...
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Hamlet 1.5 Discussion: "Eternal Blazon"
The ghost uses the term "eternal blazon", which has a connection to heraldry and can be metaphorically extended to depict the afterlife. This video dives into these ideas and use of imagery. It also further explores Shakespeare's...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Stephanie Burt - Teachers Make a Difference - John Burghardt & Helen Vendler
In this video, Stephanie Burt, a literary critic and poet at Harvard University, recounts how two influential teachers, John Burkhart and Helen Vendler, profoundly impacted her educational journey. John Burkhart, a high school English...
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On a Quest to Understand Bipolar Disorder
Dara Sanandaji delves deeper into his first manic episode and the onset of his bipolar disorder by reviewing his old medical files with his therapist. He and his therapist discuss the unique details of Dara's experience as well as...
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Forbidden Archaeology Challenges the Timeline of Civilization
In the book, "Forbidden Archeology," authors Richard Thompson and Michael Cremo argue that academic science has suppressed evidence about the true age and origins of the human race. They highlight instances where researchers, such as Dr....
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The Video Game Genius Behind Chuck E. Cheese’s
Discover the extraordinary journey of Nolan Bushnell, the visionary behind the Video Game Revolution and the creation of Chuck E. Cheese. As the co-founder of Atari, Nolan Bushnell pioneered the gaming industry with the iconic game Pong,...
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Nail Transphobia Breaking Barriers One Manicure at a Time
Join trans activist Charlie Craggs in her campaign against transphobia, offering free manicures and fostering understanding.
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Mosey Through Town With Mad Dog McCree
Step back in time to 1990, the dawn of a new era in video gaming. Explore the unique story behind "Mad Dog McCree," the first live-action interactive video arcade game that changed the industry forever. This documentary unveils the...
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Nail Transphobia Breaking Barriers One Manicure at a Time
Join trans activist Charlie Craggs in her campaign against transphobia, offering free manicures and fostering understanding.
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Mosey Through Town With Mad Dog McCree
Step back in time to 1990, the dawn of a new era in video gaming. Explore the unique story behind "Mad Dog McCree," the first live-action interactive video arcade game that changed the industry forever. This documentary unveils the...
Great Big Story
The Video Game Genius Behind Chuck E. Cheese’s
Discover the extraordinary journey of Nolan Bushnell, the visionary behind the Video Game Revolution and the creation of Chuck E. Cheese. As the co-founder of Atari, Nolan Bushnell pioneered the gaming industry with the iconic game Pong,...
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This Man Escaped the Iron Curtain by Zip Line
Join Daniel Paul on an extraordinary journey from the oppressive grip of Czechoslovakia's Communist regime to the dazzling lights of Las Vegas. In this captivating narrative, Daniel recounts his daring escape alongside physicist Robert...
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Queen of the Ring The Champion Wrestler in Drag
Professional wrestler Cassandro El Exotico shares his journey of embracing his true identity and wrestling against societal stereotypes.
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Inside the Library Fighting Homelessness
A powerful journey of hope and transformation from the streets to the library
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Homeless Girl Scouts Find Home Amongst Each Other
Follow the journey of NYC shelter girls finding sisterhood & strength in Girl Scouting
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From Football Safety to Neurosurgeon
Follow Myron Rolle's journey from the NFL to becoming a neurosurgeon, defying stereotypes and pursuing his passion for medicine.
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Journey of LGBTQ+ Rights: A Personal and Historical Perspective
This video intertwines personal narratives with the history of the LGBTQ+ rights movement in the United States. It follows the experiences of individuals realizing and accepting their sexuality, set against the backdrop of the broader...