Curated Video
The History and Recipe of Hamburgers
Hambugers are made by mixing minced meat with spices, then forming the meat into patties and cooking it on a grill or stove. While the hamburger is often considered an American food, it's believed to have originated in Germany. Learn...
Intelligence Squared
Does Islam fail women?
The panel answer questions from the audience. The debate "Europe is failing its Muslims" took place on February 23rd at Cadogan Hall in London. IQ2 Debate: "Europe is failing its Muslims" - Audience Q&A2. (5 of 6)
Independent Producers
Using DNA to Catch Poachers
Game wardens in California are now using DNA fingerprinting analysis to help protect illegal poaching of wildlife. There are many species, from large game to shellfish, which are being illegally caught or killed for food. Since there are...
Curated Video
America: Nation of Immigrants
"Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses..." It's true that the United States has always been a nation of immigrants, but as the debate around border control becomes louder and more polarised, will we be in the future?
Jabzy
British Riots and Xenophobia - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the British Riots and Xenophobia
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Coming to America - English Learners Speak Out
Immigrant students describe what it was like to come to America. They talk about their difficulties and challenges learning English and making new friends. They even offer advice for teachers of new arrivals.
Curated Video
How donuts have benefitted America's immigrants
Donuts are the all-American confectionery. They have also helped a group of immigrants from Cambodia pursue the American dream.
Curated Video
Why startups are leaving Silicon Valley
The future of Silicon Valley is The Economist's cover story this week. Why are people leaving, and startups going elsewhere?
Curated Video
The Bloodiest Race Riot in US History
It began as a protest against the Conscription Act of 1863 – but quickly descended into the bloodiest race riot in US history. So why did New York’s White working class kill at least 120 people during the New York Draft Riots?
Curated Video
The Life and Career of Harry Houdini
Learn all about Harry Houdini, a renowned magician and escapologist. The video explores Houdini's early career as a sleight of hand magician and his journey to becoming a household name through his incredible escape stunts.
Healthcare Triage
Does Universal Coverage Drive Immigration?
Combining immigration and healthcare leads to an uproar of opinions, with data often taking a backseat. In light of this we’re focusing on the results of a new study this week examining whether offering healthcare coverage affects rates...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Creating Global Citizens: The Walk a Mile in My Shoes Migration Simulation
The video features Jeff Hendrickson, the executive director of the Global Human Project and the creator of Walk A Mile In My Shoes Migration Simulation, explaining the importance of teachers and educators in helping communities navigate...
Cerebellum
Emergence Of Modern America: The Roaring Twenties - Nativism
Just the Facts: The Emergence of America Uses fascinating historical footage to explore six decades thats shaped Modern America. The series examines the Gilded Age in the late 19th century, the Progressive Era of the early 20th century,...
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: The Middle Atlantic Region - New York
This clip explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of New York.
Curated Video
America's Untold Immigration Story
When you think of America's immigration story, you think of Ellis Island New York... right? Think again, because over 2,500 miles away is Angel Island, where immigrants coming into the West Coast were processed for entry to the US, but...
Cerebellum
Emergence Of Modern America: The Progressive Era - Working Conditions
Just the Facts: The Emergence of Modern America: The Progressive Era uses fascinating historical footage to explore six decades that shaped modern America. The series examines the Gilded Age in the late 19th century, the Progressive Era...
Encyclopaedia Britannica
Immigration
Immigration, a 1947 production of Encyclopaedia Britannica Films.
Mazz Media
Immigrant
This live-action video program is about the word Immigrant. The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the word Immigrant through use of video footage, photographs, diagrams and colorful,...
Curated Video
Has migration gone too far?
Migrants from the EU into Britain are more likely to be paying taxes than claiming benefits. So why do some people think migration is harmful, and how should this divisive issue be dealt with? The Economist's Emma Hogan offers her thoughts
Curated Video
What is a Citizen? From Ancient Athens to the US
Citizenship allows people to participate in the democratic process, but the road to inclusive citizenship has not been a smooth one.
Hip Hughes History
History of Immigration in the US for Dummies
Let HipHughes escort you through a few hundred years of United States immigration, simple, stupid and aimed at the heart of big ideas.
Independent Producers
Immigration Policy Then and Now
The United States is a nation of immigrants. European immigrants in the late 1800s populated our nation and were granted citizenship upon entry. The immigration system has changed dramatically since, and America’s borders are no longer...
Institute for New Economic Thinking
Why We Need Solidarity Economics
Economists have gone to great lengths to write humans out of economics, pushing self-interest and generally providing two choices—faith in markets or the state. INET grantee and University of Southern California Sociologist Manuel Pastor...
Cerebellum
Emergence Of Modern America: The Progressive Era - Immigration In The Progressive Era
Just the Facts: The Emergence of Modern America: The Progressive Era uses fascinating historical footage to explore six decades that shaped modern America. The series examines the Gilded Age in the late 19th century, the Progressive Era...